HP Pavilion t500 HP Pavilion Desktop PCs - Updated User's Guide Information - Page 1

Updated User's Guide Information Please review this updated information and keep it with your guides. The information describes: • Using the Headphone Connector • Running Tests for PC-related Problems Using Instant Support • Using Memory Cards • Using the Software Repair Wizard • Removing and Installing the 7-In-1 Memory Card Reader Using the Headphone Connector On some systems, the headphone connector is located on the front of the PC. Look for the headphone symbol and match its color code to connect a headphone to the PC. Running Tests for PC-related Problems Using Instant Support (Select models only) Included with your PC are tests to help you diagnose a PC-related problem you might be experiencing. To run tests for PC-related problems: 1 Click Start on the taskbar, and click Help and Support. 2 Click HP Pavilion PC Help. 3 Click PC Information and Maintenance and then click PC Tests. Using Memory Cards In addition to the memory cards listed in your user's guide, see "about the 7-in-1 memory card reader" in the "working with sound, pictures, and video" chapter of your user's guide, you can also use a Memory Stick® (MS-PRO) Memory Card. The card can be used in the lower right slot of the 4-slot Reader, inserted facing up. It can also be used in the lower slot of the 2-card Reader, inserted upside down (gold connector fingers facing up). Using the Software Repair Wizard If your PC experiences software problems, you may be able to repair it using the Software Repair Wizard. This tool helps guide you through your available choices. The Software Repair Wizard guides you through the process of selecting and starting the right tool for fixing: • Software programs that have stopped working. • Printers or other peripherals that are no longer working properly with your PC. • Erratic PC behavior. There are several software tools included with your PC that can fix software conflicts or restore application programs that have been accidentally erased or damaged. The tools available are: • Microsoft® System Restore - returns your system to a restore point when it worked correctly without losing any recent work. • Software and Driver Recovery - reinstall a software program or device driver originally preinstalled on your PC. • System Recovery - a complete recovery of your system using the recovery partition that stores an image of the original software. WARNING: Warning: The HP PC System Recovery program should only be used as a last resort as it will delete any data or programs you installed after purchased. Note: It is recommended that you backup your PC files before using the Software Repair Wizard. To start the Software Repair Wizard, doubleclick the desktop icon or: 1 Click Start on the taskbar. 2 Choose All Programs. 3 Choose PC Help & Tools. 4 Click Software Repair Wizard. 5 Follow the onscreen instructions.