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Table of Contents
Setting Up Your Computer
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1
Checking the Computer Installation
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1
Connecting Speakers or Microphones
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4
Connecting to a Network
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6
Connecting a Modem
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7
Connecting the Television Signal and Video Cables
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7
Preparing to Use Your Computer
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13
Turning Off the Computer
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14
Restarting the Computer
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14
Connecting to the Internet
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14
Adjusting the Speaker Volume
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16
Selecting the Microphone
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16
Protecting Your Computer
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17
Configuring the Computer for Automatic Microsoft Software Updates
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18
Setting Up User Accounts
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19
Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware Devices
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19
Transferring Files and Settings from an Old Computer to Your New Computer
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20
Special Features of Your Computer
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21
Using the Memory Card Reader
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21
Using a Vertical CD/DVD Drive
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23
Using LightScribe Technology
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23
Using the Remote Control
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24
Getting More Information
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25
Using the Help and Support Center
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25
Accessing Support on the Web
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25
Finding Guides on the Web
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25
Finding Onscreen Guides
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26
Using the PC Help & Tools Folder
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26
Using HP Advisor Software
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26
Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort
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27
Troubleshooting and Maintenance
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29
Troubleshooting Computer Problems
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29
Software Troubleshooting
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45
Maintenance
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48
Keeping the Computer Free of Dust, Dirt, and Heat
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49
System Recovery
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50
Performing the Post-Recovery Procedure
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54
Additional Troubleshooting
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54
Index
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