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user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 2
APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OF THIS PRODUCT OR SERVICE TO YOU. HP assumes no responsibility for the use or reliability of its software on equipment only. Other brand or product names are trademarks of their respective holders. HP supports lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 3
13 installing software and hardware devices 13 transferring your old pc information and files to your new pc 14 learning the basics 15 beginning to use your software 15 using the desktop 16 using the start menu 16 learning to use your pc 17 using the all programs menu 17 organising your all - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 4
help 39 help and support center 39 using updates from hp 39 getting messages 40 turning off messages 40 re-enabling messages 40 resolving problems 41 upgrading and servicing the pc 41 warranty & support guide 41 online guides 41 web sites about your pc 42 microsoft windows xp operating - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 5
protecting your pc from power surges 73 using virus protection programs 73 increasing available hard disk drive space 74 unavailable hard disk drive space 74 emptying the recycle bin 75 uninstalling programs 75 removing desktop icons 75 cleaning up your hard disk drive 76 troubleshooting 77 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 6
servicing the pc 97 upgrading and servicing the pc (1 99 opening and closing the pc 99 preparing the pc 99 before opening the pc 100 after closing the pc hard drive 115 adding memory 116 about installing ddr dimms 117 removing a memory module 117 installing a memory module 118 add-in - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 7
and servicing the pc (2 121 chassis features of the pc 121 opening the computer 122 before you begin 122 removing the side panel 123 removing the fan duct 124 removing the drive cage 124 adding memory 126 dimms 126 ddr dimms 127 installing a memory module 127 removing a memory module - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 8
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back a day (System Restore), page 92 • Recovering your PC, page 87 • Adding memory, page 97 NOTE: This guide contains details on options that may not be included with your PC. Your PC may look different from the illustrations in this guide. The monitor and the speakers are sold separately. Speakers - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 10
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 damage 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 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 11
power cable to the power outlet, but do not turn on the monitor. Connect the monitor cable to the PC. 3 Position the keyboard and the mouse and connect each to the PC. NOTE: Your PC uses active speakers only. Active speakers have a power cable and connect to the green Audio Out connector on - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 12
details. 6 Turn on the monitor. Turn on the PC. Turn on the speakers. Follow the onscreen instructions, and complete the initial windows until you see the desktop. Refer to "turning on your pc for the first time" on page 10 for details. 7 Restart the PC: Click the Start button on the taskbar, click - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 13
connectors on the front of the PC. SERIAL A B C D E OUT F IN G M H K N L P NOTE: PCs use software drivers to control peripheral devices. When you add a Plug and Play (ready to use) peripheral, memory or add-in card, the PC automatically loads the correct driver for the device. setting up - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 14
: For peripherals that are not Plug and Play, follow the instructions that came with your peripheral device to load the appropriate driver. Connector Symbol Description Mouse (PS/2) Keyboard (PS/2) Universal Serial for video cameras or other devices with very fast transfer rates. 6 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 15
or DVD Writer drive D Diskette (floppy) drive E 7-In-1 memory card reader F FireWire (IEEE 1394) G USB 2.0 (two shown) H Audio line in I Microphone K On button/indicator M Hard disk drive activity indicator light N Door opened to show connectors pc front The front of your computer has the drives - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 16
Back of PC D Modem Your PC may not service line to the modem, which is inside the PC. The quick setup poster shows you how to plug in a modem/telephone cable to the PC modem connector and to your telephone line wall socket connector. To identify the modem connector, look at the back panel of the PC - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 17
Your modem driver can be upgraded to enable certain V.92 features. For information, go to the Support Web site listed in the Warranty & Support Guide, click the support link, type modem upgrade into the search box, and then click the arrow to the right of the box. Follow the instructions provided - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 18
the Ethernet connector (A) on the back of the PC. WARNING: Do not plug the telephone service line cable or modem cable into the Ethernet connector. on the front of the PC (see the following figure). 3 Press the Power button on the speakers, if they are present. 10 user's guide A 4 Click an option - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 19
can receive changes, updates, and support. You can register any of these ways: • Double-click the registration icon on your desktop, and follow the on-screen instructions. • Register online at http://register.hp.com turning off the pc For best results, turn off the PC without pressing any buttons on - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 20
, it saves everything that is in PC memory to the hard disk drive, turns off the monitor and the hard disk drive, and then turns itself off. When you turn on the PC again, your programs, folders and documents are restored to the screen. To put the PC into hibernation manually: 1 Click Start on the - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 21
- check the operating system, memory, and other requirements listed for the new software for compatibility with your PC. Install the new software according to the directions provided by the software manufacturer. Check the manufacturer's documentation or customer service information for help if you - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 22
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. transferring your old pc information and files to your new pc See the built-in Microsoft Windows Help and Support Center, described on page - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 23
system, which displays the desktop on the monitor and controls your PC's hardware, peripherals, and manuals and online Help. For Microsoft Windows, you can also press the Help button, labelled with a question mark icon on your keyboard (select models only), to open the built-in Help and Support - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 24
button on the taskbar B Log Off button C Turn Off Computer button D All Programs 16 user's guide using the desktop The desktop has shortcut icons that make it easy to find the things you need. Icon Opens Help and Support (select models only) Use it to View on-screen Help information about your - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 25
programs included with your PC. • Access to the Internet. • Help and Support. • Recovery of the operating system and software programs. For detailed instructions and information about your PC (select models only): 1 Click Start. 2 Choose Help and Support. 3 Choose HP Pavilion PC Help. using the all - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 26
4 Click an item to view it or use it. NOTE: If there are no guide titles listed in PC Help & Tools, your PC has no onscreen guides. using the mouse Your PC includes a mouse for directing the cursor (pointer) on the Windows desktop. The mouse uses a roller ball or optics (a light and sensor) to sense - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 27
right buttons for left-handed use. Refer to "switching mouse button functions" on page 20. If your mouse does not work properly, refer to "troubleshooting" on page 77. scrolling Click the left mouse button to place the cursor in a document, and then: • To scroll toward the beginning of a document - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 28
20 user's guide autoscrolling 1 Place the cursor anywhere in the text, and press the scroll wheel button once. An autoscroll icon appears. 2 Move the mouse in the direction - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 29
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 Internet Web sites. • Get support information. • Find a file or program on the hard disk drive. learning the basics 21 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 30
• Find a file or program on the hard disk drive. • Place the PC into standby to save power. • Get support information. • Connect to the Internet (if you have an established Internet account). internet keyboard 3 22 user's guide This keyboard enables you to: • Adjust speaker volume. • Customise the - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 31
(-) buttons adjust the speaker volume. C The moon icon button places the PC into standby mode or wakes the PC from standby mode. A Wireless receiver B Wireless keyboard C Wireless mouse standard If your keyboard does not work properly, refer to "troubleshooting" on page 77. learning the basics 23 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 32
being used. • Pressing F3 displays a search window. F1 and F3 are available at all times. Other function key operations vary by software program. 24 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 33
edit keys The edit keys are Insert, Home, Page Up, Delete End, and Page Down. Use these keys to insert and delete text and to quickly move the cursor on your screen. They function differently with some software programs. arrow keys The arrow keys are controls for up, down, right, and left. You can - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 34
keys and arithmetic functions. Caps Lock Alphanumeric keys are locked to uppercase. Scroll Lock Scroll function is locked. special keyboard buttons 26 user's guide There are special buttons (select models only) at the top of the keyboard. (Some models have some of these special buttons on the - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 35
, press the Esc key, or press standby again. May take 10-30 seconds before screen reappears. Switches between the PC users. Links to HP Web site. Opens the Help and Support Center. Opens an imaging software program. Can be reconfigured. Starts MusicMatch Jukebox or Windows Media Player. Can be - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 36
. media control keys a open and close disc tray(s) a b record c play or pause d stop e skip to the previous track f skip to the next track b d c 28 user's guide a e f NOTE: The number, location, and labelling of buttons vary by keyboard model. - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 37
than one display device (CRT monitor, flat panel monitor, TV, etc.) to the PC (select models only). 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 does not work, restart - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 38
manual that came with your printer for instructions on connecting and using the printer. Printers receive instructions from your PC via software called printer drivers. In many cases your PC automatically finds the necessary printer driver , odd or even pages in a range. 4 Click OK. 30 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 39
, and its operators choose which files to make available to users of the Internet. To connect your PC to the Internet, and use the information and services available there, you need an Internet Service Provider (ISP). ISPs are businesses that give you access to the Internet, and most of them provide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 40
millions of Web pages in support of their activities. A extension (for example, http://www.hp.com). The URL may include on page 8 for instructions. • If you will be using instructions. 2 Choose an ISP. Before you can connect to the Internet, you must sign up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP). HP - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 41
of your PC. The Windows desktop may have a folder called Online Services, which includes icons for accessing various online services. These icons desktop. Or 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs. Choose Online Services. 3 Click Easy Internet Sign-up. Follow the on-screen instructions - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 42
to a different Web site by entering its address (such as http://www.hp.com) in the address box in the Web browser, and then pressing .) 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 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 43
up a password. • Set up a list of Web sites that people who use your PC cannot view. • Adjust the type of content people can view with or without your permission you have set. This means that any unrated page, even Help and Support or Internet Explorer, is not viewable if the user doesn't know the - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 44
mail) allows you to send and receive letters, pictures, postcards and even music and video clips. Your PC comes with an e-mail program from Microsoft called Outlook Express (select models only). You may also use e-mail tool on the toolbar to send any messages stored in the Outbox. 36 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 45
Your ISP receives e-mail messages for you automatically, even when your PC is turned off. The ISP then stores your messages until you connect to the program. if your isp provides the e-mail program Follow the ISP's instructions to install its Web browser and e-mail program and to set up and - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 46
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Start on the taskbar and choose Help and Support. 2 Choose HP Pavilion PC Help. using updates from hp Updates from HP (select models only) is an Internet-based service provided by HP to bring you important information about your PC: • Product notices • System updates • Tips • Special offers for - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 48
, and you receive messages as they become available. To turn on the service: Double-click the Re-enable Updates from HP icon on the desktop. Or 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs. 3 Choose PC Help & Tool. 4 Choose Updates from HP. 5 Click Re-enable Updates from HP. 40 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 49
to "troubleshooting" on page 77. upgrading and servicing the pc Information about the internal parts of the PC chassis is in the chapter "upgrading and servicing the pc." Some model PCs have this servicing information printed as a separate guide and included with the PC. warranty & support guide The - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 50
keyboard. microsoft windows xp operating system For questions about the Microsoft Windows XP operating system, refer to: • Help and Support. For on-screen help and troubleshooting, click Start and then Help and Support. • The Microsoft Windows XP guide, included with your PC documentation. 42 user - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 51
the quick setup poster. NOTE: Speakers may be passive (no power button and no power cable) or active (power button or power cable). Your PC supports only active (powered) speaker systems; the speaker system must have its own power cable. A stereo speaker set is a left-right, 2-channel speaker system - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 52
on page 5, or "pc front" on page 7 for the location of the connectors. 1 Turn off the PC and the speakers. 2 Connect the three audio cable plugs from the speaker system to the connectors on the back of the PC. (See the following table.) 3 Turn on the PC. 4 Turn on the speaker system. 44 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 53
opens. NOTE: If you do not see the Speaker Configuration tab, your PC does not have the multi-channel capability. However, it still has two-channel WinDVD to match your speaker configuration (if your InterVideo WinDVD program supports more than two channels): 1 Insert a DVD, or start InterVideo - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 54
46 user's guide 4 Click the option for the number of speakers to match your multi use unless you have the multi-channel audio speakers option. For PCs with the multi-channel audio speakers option, the microphone connector in the front of the PC, if present, is ready to use. See "using the microphone - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 55
system. To use the microphone connector on the back of the PC with a multi-channel audio speaker system, you must disconnect the memory cards used by digital cameras and other digital imaging devices by using the 7-In-1 memory card reader (select models only). Refer to "about the 7-in-1 memory - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 56
C Work area, or Gallery, showing images on the PC D Selection tray using hp image zone HP Image Zone is an easy-to-use software program for images. To open HP Image Zone: • Click the HP Image Zone icon on your desktop. Or • Click Start on the taskbar and click My Pictures. The HP Image Zone window - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 57
HP Memories Disc tab HP Instant Share tab Backup and Restore Preferences button Go to My Pictures button / HP can order professional quality prints from an online service. For more information, see share your images backup discs of all the images on your PC and restoring images (either from a backup - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 58
PC or located inside the front cover of the PC. It has two or four horizontal card slots which accept the memory memory card reader from your PC; you must restart the PC to see your memory MultiMediaCard (MMC), and the Memory Stick (MS) card and the PC automatically detects the media. 2 The PC opens a - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 59
C E Card CompactFlash type I media CompactFlash type II media IBM Microdrive disk drive Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card MultiMediaCard (MMC) Memory Stick (MS) Memory Card SmartMedia (SM) Memory Card Insert Receptacle edge (holes) Receptacle edge (holes) Receptacle edge (holes) Facing up Facing up - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 60
II media IBM Microdrive disk drive Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card MultiMediaCard (MMC) Memory Stick (MS) Memory Card SmartMedia (SM) Memory Card Insert Receptacle edge (holes) Receptacle edge (holes) reader F (upper) F (upper) F (upper) G (lower) G (lower) G (lower) G (lower) 52 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 61
dvd, and diskette drives your drive options Your PC has one or more of the following drives: Drive disk). handling cds/dvds To avoid damaging a disc, follow these guidelines: • Return the disc to the case when you are finished using it. • Handle the disc by its outside edges or centre hole only. - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 62
the drive to open the disc tray. A A B NOTE: On some PCs, the drive is located behind a door (B) on the front of the PC. 2 Remove the CD/DVD from its case, holding the disc edges only. 3 Gently place the disc in the tray with the label facing up for the side you want to play. 54 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 63
tray. 3 Place the disc in its case. 4 Close the disc tray by gently pushing the tray into the PC. using the combo drive The combination drive or to the diskette. Refer to the Windows Explorer section of Windows Help for instructions on copying files to and from a diskette. 4 When you are ready to - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 64
guide CAUTION: Removing a diskette when the drive is reading from or writing to the diskette can damage the diskette or the information stored on it. playing cds and dvds Your PC to the Internet - MusicMatch Jukebox displays the song titles from memory. To play a music CD: 1 Insert the music CD - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 65
to music or view a music video over the Internet. • Play DVD movies (if your PC has a DVD drive). To play a music CD: 1 Insert the music CD into the buttons on the keyboard (select models). 3 When you click the Media Guide or the Radio Tuner features, Windows Media Player connects to the Internet - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 66
the tray with the label facing 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 video window, and the WinDVD control panel appears. Or If the program does not automatically open: 1 Click Start - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 67
You may want to start WinDVD and adjust the settings before inserting the disc and starting the movie. To start WinDVD without a disc in the drive: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs. 3 Choose Video. 4 Click InterVideo WinDVD Player. 5 Click InterVideo WinDVD 4. The WinDVD video - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 68
only. If the country/region code locks, and you need help, contact Support. WinDVD is not pre-set to a particular country/region - the country/ on page 58. NOTE: The InterVideo WinDVD Player program is included only with PC models that have a DVD drive. If you have a dual-language Video CD guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 69
back to the centre. creating (burning) cds with recordnow! NOTE: HP supports lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of those permitted by national copyright law. If your PC has a CD-RW or DVD Writer (select models only), your PC has recording software and you can make your - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 70
62 user's guide 4 Click RecordNow!, and then click RecordNow! again. NOTE: Previously option: • Audio CD for Car or Home CD Player • Exact Copy • Jukebox CD 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to finish recording your disc. creating a data cd Use RecordNow! to copy a data disc or to copy personal - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 71
windows media player NOTE: HP supports lawful use of technology, and to copy music files to a portable device or memory card. Use a CD-R disc if you or Device. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to select the music files and the cds using windows xp program Your PC has recording software to record - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 72
to view a movie, see "playing dvd movies with the intervideo windvd player" on page 58. The guide for this drive is printed and included in the PC box (select models). using a tv as a monitor Your PC may have TV-out (select models only) capability, which means you can connect it to a television to - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 73
, connect an S-video cable from the S-video In socket on the TV to the S-video socket on the back of the PC. C A B • If your TV has a composite video socket and your PC has a composite video socket, connect a composite video cable to the Video In socket on the TV to the composite video - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 74
where the PC desktop appears by pressing Alt+F5. (Press the Alt key and the F5 key on the keyboard at the same time.) Each time you press the Alt+F5 key combination, the PC desktop appears on the next device. If Alt+F5 does not work, restart the PC and try again. 66 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 75
connector) on the back of the computer. using your multi-storage bay Your PC may have a multi-storage bay (select models only) on the top of the PC chassis. You can use it to: • Store CDs and DVDs or store memory cards. • Dock a peripheral device in the bay, such as a digital camera docking - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 76
(A) and gently lift the two sections to form the spindle (B). You can store up to ten discs. To store memory cards, open the top cover and, if necessary, lower the two spindle sections (A). A B docking a peripheral device device, and place the peripheral in the bay. 68 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 77
3 Connect the data cable to the USB or FireWire (IEEE 1394) connector on the back of the PC. Plug the power cable for the peripheral device into a power outlet. C D placing a peripheral device on the multi-storage bay (top) To use the chassis top - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 78
DockSpot camera station (sold separately). The DockSpot includes instructions and cables. This topic describes how to: • Install the special bay cover on your PC chassis. • Assemble the camera cradle (included with camera cradle (H) (included with the camera) onto the DockSpot (J). 70 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 79
L) and power cable (M) through the cable tunnel opening at the back of the bay, and then connect them to the DockSpot. T L K H J M hp dvd writer & cd-writer expansion / bay hp pavilion 0000xxx 4 To prepare the new cover, push the two black dots on the inside to free the insert section of the - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 80
the power cable (M) into a power outlet. 7 Insert the camera: Hold the camera over the camera cradle (R) with the viewer window toward the front of the PC, and then lower the camera onto the cradle. R 72 user's guide hp dvd writer & cd-writer expansion / bay hp pavilion 0000xxx - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 81
power surges Power surges, for example voltage spikes, power outages or blackouts, may cause software problems. Symptoms of voltage spikes include a flickering video display, unexpected PC startups, and the PC not responding to your commands. A voltage spike can occasionally corrupt or destroy files - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 82
74 user's guide The virus-scanning program manufacturer provides free virus scan updates through your Internet connection for an initial period after your PC purchase. You can purchase a subscription service for updates after the initial free period expires. You should take the following - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 83
Double-click Disk Management (Local). Information displays for each drive on your PC. You may need to scroll the window to the right to see /Remove button, and then follow the on-screen instructions. removing desktop icons You can remove most desktop icons by either deleting them or moving them to - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 84
Desktop. 6 Under Desktop cleanup, click Clean Desktop Now. 7 Follow the on-screen instructions. Retrieve a desktop icon by opening the Unused Desktop Shortcuts folder on your desktop and dragging the icon onto the desktop. cleaning up your hard disk drive As you use your PC window. 76 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 85
(Monitor) • Hard Disk Drive • Hardware Installation • Internet Access • Keyboard and Mouse • Memory • Power • Miscellaneous Some of the symptoms listed may not apply to your PC. For problems relating specifically to the monitor or printer, refer to the equipment documentation. troubleshooting 77 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 86
DVD+RW/+R drive cannot read a disc or takes too long to start. Problem Disc is upside down in the drive tray. DVD drive takes longer to with a CD cleaning kit, available from most PC stores. Windows does not detect CD-ROM or DVD-ROM driver. Driver program may be corrupted. Force the software - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 87
create (burn) a CD. Problem The PC is turned off. Problem with disc. Problem with drive. Problem with PC operation. Solution Turn on your PC, and then press the Eject Help & Support Center, or refer to the Warranty & Support Guide to contact Support for replacement details. troubleshooting 79 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 88
Problem encounter display (monitor) problems, refer to the documentation the images are fuzzy. Problem Monitor power cable is not connected the PC. The turn on the PC. Inspect the monitor video connector PC. Adjust the monitor resolution setting in Windows. See "adjusting the monitor" on page 29 for instructions - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 89
PC. Then, press the On button. Press the Help ? button on the keyboard to open the Help & Support Center, or refer to the Warranty & Support Guide to contact Support for replacement details. hardware installation Symptom A new device is not recognised as part of the system. Problem Device driver - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 90
driver driver: problem device and problem with the device. Exclamation marks do not always appear when a device is not working properly. 6 If there is an old or unnecessary device driver Troubleshoot button, and follow the on-screen instructions in the device troubleshooter wizard. 10 Restart the PC - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 91
the Internet. Problem Internet Service Provider (ISP not set up properly. The AOL program comes up The PC is still trying to use even it is not being used enabled. 7 If there are further problems, click the Troubleshoot button and follow the on-screen instructions. You may want to remove the AOL - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 92
and mouse Symptom Problem Keyboard commands and typing are not recognised by the PC. Keyboard connector is Help & Support Center, or refer to the Warranty & Support Guide to contact Support for replacement details. Try unplugging and then reconnecting the mouse cable to your PC. Replace the - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 93
). Adjust the mouse speed. See page 20. memory Symptom Insufficient memory message is displayed. Problem All memory in the PC is being used by open programs, and memory is needed for a desired task. Solution Close toward the back of the chassis, then lift off the cover. A troubleshooting 85 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 94
by using the Control Panel. If the problem persists, replace the battery. See the "upgrading and servicing the pc" for instructions, or refer to the Warranty & Support Guide to contact Support for replacement details. If you encounter printer problems, refer to the documentation that came with - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 95
need them. You should also make the HP PC Recovery Tools CD. This CD contains PC to copy the operating system into its memory and to clear some tracking information. This may eliminate some problems that can remain after performing a Restart. Refer to "turning off the pc" on page 11. • Driver - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 96
adds the software. Use System Restore to return the PC to the settings the PC had before you installed the program. For more information, type System Restore into the Search box in Help and Support. • Application and Driver Recovery If the problem with the PC seems to be with only one program or one - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 97
CDs or DVDs. 1 2 3 4 5 The recovery discs can be used only with the specified PC model. The discs are licensed for use only with your PC. The recovery CDs/DVD can install the operating system and software on your PC hard disk drive if the software becomes corrupted or is accidentally erased - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 98
creator Make recovery CDs or DVDs for your PC by using the HP PC Recovery CD-DVD Creator program before you experience any problem. The recovery discs set may also be ordered at a charge through Support. Refer to the Warranty & Support Guide for Support contact information. The recovery discs set is - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 99
upper-right corner of each window. 2 Click Start on the taskbar. 3 Choose All Programs. 4 Choose PC Help & Tools. 5 Click HP PC Recovery CD-DVD Creator. The creator window appears. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions. Label each disc as you make it. Store the System Recovery discs in a safe place - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 100
on-screen instructions. application recovery NOTE: Not all models include the Application Recovery program. Perform steps 3 through 5 of the following procedure. If HP Application Recovery appears in the folder, your PC includes the program. If an individual factory-installed application or driver - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 101
5 Choose PC Help & Tools. 6 Click HP Application Recovery, and then click Yes. 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 on-screen instructions. 10 Repeat steps 7 through 9 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 102
program: When the blue screen with the HP Invent logo appears, press the F10 key on the keyboard. (You have only a few seconds to press the F10 key before the normal startup process continues.) 5 The PC starts the recovery; wait for the on-screen instructions to display, and then follow those - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 103
discs provide two recovery options: • Standard Recovery: This option recovers factory-shipped programs, drivers and the operating system without affecting any data files that you may have created since purchasing this PC. Some data files may be difficult to find after the System Recovery, so it is - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 104
6 The PC starts the recovery; wait for the on-screen instructions to display, and then follow those instructions: • For standard recovery, press Restart to restart the PC. 8 Before the PC restarts, the drive tray ejects. Remove the disc. 9 After the PC restarts, a series of startup screens appears. - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 105
and servicing the pc This chapter provides instructions on how to remove and replace the hardware components of your PC. • Use "upgrading and servicing the pc (1)" on page 99 if your PC looks like A. • Use "upgrading and servicing the pc (2)" on page 121 if your PC looks like B. • If your PC does - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 106
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upgrading and servicing the pc (1) The "upgrading and servicing the pc (1)" chapter provides instructions on how to remove and replace hardware components of your PC. opening and closing the pc preparing the pc Read the following items before attempting to upgrade or service the PC: • These - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 108
PC: 1 Reconnect the power cable and all other attached cables (such as the keyboard, mouse and monitor). 2 Reconnect the modem/telephone cable. 3 Turn on the PC and all peripherals. 4 If you installed an add-in card, install any software drivers supplied by the card manufacturer. 100 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 109
NOTE: You do not need to remove the other side panel to replace the hardware listed in this guide. replacing the side panel 1 Align the notches inside the side panel with the holes on the chassis on the side panel. 3 See "after closing the pc" on page 100. upgrading and servicing the pc (1) 101 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 110
locating components inside the pc A Upper optical drive bay B Lower optical A drive bay C Diskette (floppy) drive B (select models), or 7-In-1 memory card C reader (select models) or empty D D 7-In-1 memory card E reader (select models) or empty F E Memory sockets G F Primary hard - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 111
the front panel This procedure is only necessary when removing or replacing an optical drive, a 7-In-1 memory card reader, or a diskette drive. 1 Remove the side panel with the thumbscrews. See "removing the bottom tab, and then gently remove the front panel. upgrading and servicing the pc (1) 103 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 112
sure the tab on the bottom of the front panel is inserted into the slot on the bottom of the chassis. 2 Guide the three small tabs (B) on both sides of the front panel into the correct holes, until the panel snaps into place tab points to lock when it is in the lock position. 104 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 113
sure you have the correct software and drivers for the optical drive to work with the operating system. Your PC model may come with: • One under the lower optical drive bay. • One 7-In-1 memory card reader (select models), or no drive (a blank) located PC (D). upgrading and servicing the pc (1) 105 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 114
on each side of the drive cover, and then pulling it toward you and out of the PC. 4 Make sure the jumper on the new drive is in the CS (Cable Select) position. 106 user's guide CS SL MA NOTE: A jumper is a small plastic connector or wire that electrically connects two pins - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 115
drive fits properly into the PC, be sure to purchase the replacement diskette drive from HP. Refer to the Warranty & Support Guide for contact information. To remove the 7-In-1 memory card reader drive or the cage provides more space to remove the cables. F E upgrading and servicing the pc (1) 107 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 116
drives in the drive cage. 7 Remove the screw from each side of the drive cage to remove the 7-In-1 memory card reader. Or Remove the screws from each side of the drive cage to remove the diskette drive. 8 Pull of the drive you installed. 6 Replace the side panel. See page 101. E 108 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 117
the preinstalled hard drive: 1 Remove the side panel that has thumbscrews. See page 101. 2 Gently lay the PC on its side. 3 Make a note of each cable attached to the hard drive before removing the cables. 4 then pull it out of the hard drive bracket (J). H J upgrading and servicing the pc (1) 109 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 118
hard drive, make sure the IDE cable labelled Slave is connected to the second hard drive. If the IDE cable is not connected correctly, the PC will not be able to locate the hard drives and data may be lost. 110 user - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 119
(K). K L 4 Push the release tab on the top of the hard drive bracket into the locked position (L). 5 Replace the side panel. See page 101. upgrading and servicing the pc (1) 111 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 120
. 1 Remove the side panel. See page 101. 2 Remove the front panel. See page 103. 3 Gently lay the PC on its side. 4 See "removing the preinstalled hard drive" on page 109. NOTE: You do not need to remove the is a drive with a Cable Select jumper installed. Your drive may vary. 112 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 121
hard drive, make sure the IDE cable labelled Slave is connected to the second hard drive. If the IDE cable is not connected correctly, the PC will not be able to locate the hard drives and data may be lost. upgrading and - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 122
the screw holes (P) on the front of the chassis. Use four regular 6/32 x ¼" (equivalent length is 0.64 cm) screws (not included with your PC) to secure the hard drive to the front of the PC. Insert the screws from the front of the PC chassis into the drive. Tighten the screws. 114 user - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 123
the end of the IDE cable labelled CPU to the motherboard. 12 Place the hard drive bracket over the new Remove the side panel. See page 101. 2 Remove the front panel. See page 103. 3 Gently lay the PC on its side. 4 See "removing the preinstalled hard drive" on page 109. NOTE: You do not need to - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 124
rate dual inline memory modules). To determine the memory capacity and speed of the memory module your PC model uses, and for specific memory module information and specifications, go to the Web site listed in your Warranty & Support Guide and click the Support link. The motherboard contains 184-pin - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 125
). The HP Pavilion ships with one or more memory modules, but you can replace the existing memory modules with higher-capacity ones. You can install 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB or 1024 MB (1GB) memory modules in the PC. NOTE: Some memory configurations vary, depending on your PC model. 512 MB and 1024 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 126
memory socket. 3 Hold the memory module in alignment with the socket, aligning the notches with the bumps. 4 Push straight down on top of the memory when the memory module is fully AGP card to the PC to accommodate a new each board/card in the PC. The total +5 V 2 Gently lay the PC on its side. 3 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 127
: If the new card or device isn't working, read through the card manufacturer's installation instructions, and recheck all connections, including those to the card, power supply, keyboard, and monitor. If the problem still exists, run the BIOS setup program and load the default settings, and then - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 128
battery on the motherboard provides backup power for the PC's timekeeping capability. instructions. To replace the battery: 1 Remove the side panel that has the thumbscrews. See page 101. 2 Gently lay the PC on its side. 3 Remove any cabling, if necessary, to reach the battery. 4 Remove any memory - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 129
upgrading and servicing the pc (2) chassis features of the pc Before you begin, identify your computer chassis them. This feature is not available on all models. To connect components to the front of the PC, flip open the port cover (B), and plug the cables into the corresponding connectors. A A - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 130
or service the and examine the system. • HP recommends that you use an PC. To gain access to the inside of the computer, remove the side panel. WARNING: Before installing and connecting your system to the electrical power system, please read the safety information in the Warranty & Support Guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 131
removing the side panel You must remove the side panel to add memory, insert add-in cards, install or remove drives, or change the battery: 1 Turn off the computer and all peripherals toward you until it stops. 7 Lift the panel up and out. Set the panel aside. A upgrading and servicing the pc (2) 123 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 132
have a fan, skip this procedure. To access some components on the motherboard, you may need to remove the fan duct. NOTE: Make sure duct down and out to remove it from the chassis. removing the drive cage The PC has two drive cages. The top cage that holds the CD or DVD B drive user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 133
5 Push down on the drive cage release tab (D). D 6 Hold the release tab down as you rotate the cage up and lift it out. upgrading and servicing the pc (2) 125 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 134
model you have. To determine which type of memory module your PC uses, and for specific memory module information and specification, go to the Web site listed in your Warranty and Support Guide and click the Support link. The motherboard contains 168-pin DIMM sockets or 184-pin DDR DIMM sockets. The - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 135
socket, aligning the notches with the bumps. 10 Push straight down on top of the memory module until it is fully seated in the socket. The retaining clips on the ends of the socket automatically lock it into position when the memory module is fully seated. upgrading and servicing the pc (2) 127 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 136
on page 124). 5 Locate the memory sockets on the motherboard. 6 Move any cabling out of memory module by its edges only, lift it away from the socket. Store it in its antistatic packaging. To install a new memory module in this socket, see "installing a memory module" on page 127. 128 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 137
of the expansion slot. 10 Insert the new card into the slot and push straight down. Make sure the card is properly seated. upgrading and servicing the pc (2) 129 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 138
computer and all peripherals. 5 Install any software drivers supplied by the card manufacturer. what is add and remove add-in cards, memory, and peripherals without any special instructions, and recheck all connections, including those to the card, power supply, keyboard, and monitor. If the problem - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 139
the secondary hard drive. 11 Connect the IDE cable to the motherboard. To reassemble the computer: 1 Replace the side panel (see "replacing the computer and all peripherals. 5 Install any software drivers supplied by the drive manufacturer. removing the preinstalled hard drive servicing the pc (2) 131 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 140
remove the existing drive and install a new one. To ensure that the drive fits properly into the PC, be sure to purchase the replacement diskette drive from HP. Refer to your Warranty & Support Guide for contact information. To remove the existing diskette drive: 1 Turn off the computer and all - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 141
or pen into the hole. The front cover pops open. Pull the cover up and out to remove. A A A Chassis I Chassis II Chassis III upgrading and servicing the pc (2) 133 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 142
on the computer chassis you have. Make sure to identify your chassis on page 97, and refer to the appropriate optical drive drawings. 134 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 143
cables attached to the back of the drive you want to replace. 11 Pull the drive out through the front of the computer. upgrading and servicing the pc (2) 135 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 144
door of the CD holder before you attach the front cover, the front cover will not fit properly and could break, if forced. 136 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 145
the power cable and all other cables. 10 Reconnect the modem/telephone cable. 11 Turn on the computer and all peripherals. 12 Install any software drivers supplied by the drive manufacturer. upgrading and servicing the pc (2) 137 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 146
the battery A lithium battery on the motherboard provides backup power for the computer's or equivalent, type of battery. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. To replace the battery: 1 Turn off the computer and all peripherals. reset the date and time. 138 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 147
the side panel. replacing the drive cage 1 Holding the drive cage at a 45-degree angle, slide the two nubs (A) on the drive cage into the guides (B) on the chassis. A B NOTE: The second nub (A) is on the other side of the drive cage (not pictured). upgrading and servicing the pc (2) 139 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 148
2 Align the track (C) on the drive cage with the guide (D) on the stationary drive cage. D C 3 Push the removable drive cage firmly against the stationary cage as you rotate the removable drive down into position. 140 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 149
able to remove the drive cage without pressing the release tab, you didn't properly align the track with the guide. Repeat steps 1-4 above. replacing the fan duct NOTE: If your computer does not have a fan, skip position and make sure it's securely locked. upgrading and servicing the pc (2) 141 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 150
replacing the side panel 1 Lay the side panel on top of the chassis, aligning the notches on the panel with the holes on the chassis. 2 Slide the side panel forward until it locks in place. 3 Tighten the thumbscrews on the side panel. 142 user's guide - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 151
97 adding memory, 97 adjusting microphone volume, 47 adjusting speaker volume, 44, 78 All Programs menu, 17 America Online, troubleshooting, 83 29 Eject, 54 E-Mail, 28 Help, 27 HP, 27 mouse, 19 mouse scroll wheel, 19 Mute, 28 Off. See turning off PC On, 10 Power, 10 Search, 28 special keys, - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 152
7 removing and replacing, 97 types, 53 driver recovery, 88 driver rollback, 87 DSL (Digital Subscriber Line), 32 DVD country/region codes, 59 creating, 64 discs, 64 inserting, 54 keyboard button, 28 opening drive, 54 playing, 58 terminology, 58 troubleshooting, 77 DVD player, multi-channel audio, 45 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 153
28 N Net. See Internet, about network interface about, 9 no sound, 78 O Off button. See turning off PC On button, 7 online manuals, 41 onscreen guides, 18 opening and closing the PC, 97 operating system, 15 reinstalling, 95 operating system help, 42 Outlook Express, 36 receiving e-mail, 37 P panning - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 154
user's guide setting it up, 3 settings, 16 sleep mode. See hibernation mode standby mode, about, 11 standby mode, automatic, 13 standby mode, manual, 11 System Recovery, 88 System Restore, 88 transferring files and settings to new PC, 14 troubleshooting, 77 turning off, 11 turning on, 10 viewing PC - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 155
software, 75 Updates from HP, using, 39 updating, system, 39 upgrading PC, 41, 97 upgrading to V.92 modem features, 9 URL, defined, 32 User button, 27 using 7-In-1 memory card reader, 49 V V.92 modem, 9 Video CD dual-language, 60 playing, 60 viewing onscreen guides, 18 virus protection, 73 - HP Pavilion t300 | HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - (English) Users Guide 5990-6416 - Page 156
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