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    services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. HP in the United States and/or other countries/regions. HP supports lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage
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    Table of Contents Setting Up Your Computer 1 Putting Your Computer Together 1 Placing the computer in the proper location 1 Using surge protection 2 Connecting to the computer 2 Connecting a Digital Camera (Photo or Video 8 Connecting Other Devices 9 Storing Documentation and Recovery Discs
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    or satellite box to VCR and TV, using S-video cable or composite video cable between the box and the VCR or TV 46 Using Your TV as a Monitor 48 Cables for connecting the computer to a TV 48 Connecting the computer to a TV 48 Viewing the computer desktop on a TV screen 49 Adjusting the screen
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    Getting Help 59 Finding Onscreen Guides 59 Finding Guides on the Web 59 Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center 60 Using the PC Help & Tools Folder 60 Using HP Connections or Compaq Connections 60 Getting messages 61 Turning off messages 61 Reactivating messages 62 Index...63 Table of
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    Your Computer WARNING: The power supply is preset for the country/region in which you purchased your computer. If you move, please check the voltage requirements before plugging your computer into an AC power outlet. WARNING: Please read "Safety Information" in the Warranty and Support Guide before
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    for television cable connections as well. Use those if your computer has a television tuner installed. Not all power strips provide surge protection; the power strip must be specifically labeled as having this capability. Use a power strip whose manufacturer offers a damage replacement policy that
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    (continued) Monitor Serial Serial port for some digital cameras or other serial devices Audio Line Out (powered speakers) Audio Line In Headphones Microphone FireWire® (IEEE 1394) for video cameras or other devices with very fast transfer rates Digital audio in and digital audio out Side
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    video connector to connect your VCR, S-video S-Video 2 video camera, or other analog source to the computer. Composite Video 2 Secondary Composite video connector (yellow) to connect to a VCR, video the motherboard and located on the back of the computer, to record audio only. (Select models
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    connector. Ethernet LAN connector is a network interface adapter (also called a network interface card, or NIC) which connects to an Ethernet (10BaseT) or Fast Ethernet (100BaseT) network hub. Connect this adapter in your computer to your local area network (LAN) hub or any broadband connection. The
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    system (7.1). S-Video Composite Video A/V In Audio 1 L S-video In connector to connect from a set-top box output connector. Composite Video In connector ( the motherboard. Some computers include this primary left audio input connector on the front of the computer. (Select models only.) 6 Start
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    (red). NOTE: Audio can be recorded by using this Audio In connector which is connected to the motherboard. Some computers include this primary right audio input connector on the front of the computer. (Select models only.) TV In (TV antenna or cable input from wall outlet with no set-top box.) FM
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    a Digital Camera (Photo or Video) The following instructions apply only to digital photo cameras and digital video cameras. NOTE: When connecting an analog video camera to the computer, use the Video and Audio In connectors on the front or back of the computer. Refer to the documentation that
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    using USB or FireWire (IEEE 1394) ports. These peripheral devices include printers, scanners, video cameras, digital photo cameras, memory card readers, and PDAs (personal digital assistant) or handheld computers. Refer to the documentation that came with your device. NOTE: Some peripheral devices
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    device (CRT monitor, flat panel monitor, TV, and so on) to the computer at a time (select models only). You can quickly change which device displays the computer desktop by pressing Alt+F5. Each time you press Alt+F5, the computer desktop appears on the next device. If pressing Alt+F5 does not work
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    The preceding illustration shows a home LAN. The desktop computer has a wired connection to a wireless router. The desktop computer also has a printer that it shares with the other computers on the network. Each notebook computer has a wireless connection to the network router. Setting Up Your
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    Ethernet connection, which may be called network interface adapter, Network Interface Card, or NIC, provides a high-speed or broadband connection to an access point, which can be several hundred feet away. Computers with WLAN devices may support one or more of the three IEEE physical layer industry
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    , or even entire countries/regions. For more information about wireless technology, go to: http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/wireless Connecting the Wireless LAN Device (Select models only) You can connect the computer to an 802.11b or 802.11g wireless network by using the external antenna that was
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    If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer does not have an integrated WLAN device, or the driver for the device is not properly installed. 4 onscreen instructions. For more information about setting up a wireless network: Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Help and Support,
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    Getting Started guide. The modem is used for connecting to an ISP that provides a telephone dial-up connection to the Internet. NOTE: Your computer may faxes, you must connect your telephone service line to the modem (A), which is on the back of the computer (B). The setup poster shows you how to
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    : http://www.hp.com/support Using Speakers Speakers are included with the monitor (select models only) or are sold separately. For details on connecting stereo speakers to the computer, see the setup poster. NOTE: Speakers may be passive (no power button and no power cord) or active (power button or
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    for each connector type, as noted in the instructions. Sound Connector Illustration Three connectors Your computer model may include three sound connectors. You can connect up to a 5.1 audio system to the computer. Six connectors Your computer model may include six sound connectors on the back
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    computer model when installing cables, as shown in the installation procedure steps. The following table shows the sound connectors on the back panel of computer as a CD player for input into computer. (Type 3 also functions as rear or digital speakers (select models only). NOTE: Type 3 is three
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    the microphone connector in the front of the computer, if present, is ready to use. To use a microphone connected to the front of your computer (select models only), select the working microphone. See "Selecting a Microphone." HP computers support many different audio options, sound connections, and
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    " "Configuring Multi-streaming Audio" Speaker types Speakers may be included with the monitor (select models only) or are sold separately. Refer to the product documentation for your speakers. Your computer supports only an active (powered) speaker system. An active speaker system must have its own
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    3 6 S NOTE: Type 3 is three connectors. Type 6 is six connectors. Type S is sound card. 3 Connect the cable to the audio system. For 2.1 speakers that were shipped with your computer (select models only), connect the Audio Line Out connector to the subwoofer. 4 Connect the left and right speakers
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    Turn off the computer. 2 Connect the computer. 3 6 S NOTE: Type 3 is three connectors. Type 6 is six connectors. Type S is sound card . 3 Connect the rear speaker cable to the black connector that matches the back of your computer computer. NOTE: Always turn on the computer before you turn
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    the audio software for sound output for your computer model. See "Configuring Speaker and Sound Options." Type 3: See "Configuring Audio Output with Multichannel Sound Manager." Type 6: See "Configuring Audio Output with Sound Effect Manager." Sound card: See "Configuring Audio Output with a Sound
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    power. 9 Turn on the speaker system. 10 After the speakers are connected to the computer, configure the audio software for sound output for your computer model. Output with Sound Effect Manager." Sound card: See "Configuring Audio Output with a Sound Card." Connecting Speakers or Microphone 25
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    : Connecting 7.1 (Seven Speakers and a Subwoofer) Audio Speakers (Select models only) To connect two front speakers, two side speakers, two rear speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer for eight-channel (7.1 speaker) output: 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Connect the front speaker cable to the lime
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    you turn on the speaker system. 9 Plug in the speaker system power. 10 Turn on the speaker system. 11 After the speakers are connected to the computer, configure the audio software for sound output for your computer model. See "Configuring Speaker and Sound Options." Type 6: See "Configuring Audio
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    system depends on the number of speakers you install: 2/2.1 speaker system: One Y adapter cable 4/4.1 speaker system: Two Y adapter cables 6/5.1 speaker system: Three Y adapter cables 8/7.1 speaker system: Four Y adapter cables Connecting a home stereo to a computer typically requires audio cables
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    . Your system may be different. A B Center C Front Surr. Back Sub E C DE Computer to 2.1 multichannel audio system connection A Computer back-panel connectors (type 3, type 6, or sound card) B Y adapter cables C Receiver/amplifier (audio input jacks) D Subwoofer E Front speakers (left
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    . Your system may be different. A B Center C Front Surr. Back Sub F E C D G Computer to 5.1 multichannel audio system connection A Computer back-panel connectors (type 3, type 6, or sound card) B Y adapter cables C Receiver/amplifier (audio input jacks) D Subwoofer E Center speaker F Front
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    cable into the lime green Audio Line Out connector that matches the back of your computer. 3 6 S NOTE: Type 3 is three connectors. Type 6 is six connectors. Type S is sound card. NOTE: Receiver/amplifier input connectors may be labeled Surround, 5.1 Channel inputs, 6 Channel inputs, CD, DVD
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    the audio software for sound output for your computer model. See "Connecting Speakers or Microphone." Type 3: See "Configuring Audio Output with Multichannel Sound Manager." Type 6: See "Configuring Audio Output with Sound Effect Manager." Sound card: See "Configuring Audio Output with a Sound
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    cable into the lime green Audio Line Out connector that matches the back of your computer. 3 6 S NOTE: Type 3 is three connectors. Type 6 is six connectors. Type S is sound card. NOTE: Receiver/amplifier input connectors may be labeled Surround, 7.1 Channel inputs, 6 Channel inputs, CD, DVD
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    the audio software for sound output for your computer model. See "Connecting Speakers or Microphone." Type 3: See "Configuring Audio Output with Multichannel Sound Manager." Type 6: See "Configuring Audio Output with Sound Effect Manager." Sound card: See "Configuring Audio Output with a Sound
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    for sound output for your computer model. See "Configuring Speaker and Sound Options." Audio card with digital output and type 3 connectors: See "Configuring Audio Output with Multichannel Sound Manager." Follow the instructions to enable digital audio output. Audio card with digital output and type
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    (white) for Line In, Microphone, Digital In/Out The FlexiJack supports three functions. You must select the function in the Creative Console Launcher the sound card. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Plug in and turn on the speaker system power. After connecting the speaker system to the sound card, follow
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    Connecting the FlexiJack connector The FlexiJack connector performs three functions: Digital Input/Output Line In Microphone You must select the function in the Creative Console Launcher. NOTE: If you are using the FlexiJack as your Digital In connection and you want to connect digital speakers as
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    . Use the video and audio cables to connect: Video out from the computer to the TV. TV signal source video in to the computer. Audio out from the computer to the TV. TV signal source audio in to the computer. NOTE: The location and number of connectors may vary by model. Audio and Video Cables The
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    . You may need to purchase extra cables separately. Your computer may not include all the cables you need for your computer setup, and the cables included may vary by model. For example, if your TV has an S-video input connector, you may want to use an S-video cable to connect the TV-out on the
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    . NOTE: The location and number of connectors may vary by model. 1 Plug the connector of a coaxial cable from your TV cable into the TV/Cable Ant connector on the back of the computer, and then turn the connector to tighten it. Or Plug a cable into the S-video or composite video In connector on the
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    Connecting a dual tuner (Select models only) NOTE: The Television (Electronic) Program Guide is not available in all countries/regions. The computer records television programs and enables you to control the television channels. The computer supports two tuner configurations: TV Tuner Single-tuner
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    The remote sensor is a small device that connects to the computer and enables the remote control to work with the Windows Media 3 Plug the remote control sensor cable into a USB connector (D) on the back of the computer. 4 Place the remote sensor so that you can easily point at it with the remote
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    to the input of the VCR, and the other to the TV connector on the back of the computer. Existing setup A Setting the computer with a splitter A B B C C D G H H C C J D E E C C A Wall F F B Cable outlet C Coaxial cable D VCR In E VCR Out F TV In G Splitter In H Splitter Out
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    the back of the computer. 4 Connect the remote control sensor cable channel on the box. See "Connecting the Remote Sensor." Existing setup Setting the computer with a splitter A A B C D B C M D E C F computer M Remote control sensor cable N Remote control sensor Connecting the Television Signal and
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    -top box or satellite box. Connect the other end to the S-video to composite video adapter cable, and then connect the adapter to the S-video In connector on the back of the computer. 3 If you are using a composite video or S-video cable, you must also connect audio cables (not included) from your
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    B Cable outlet C Set-top box/Satellite In D Set-top box/Satellite Out E S-video or composite cable F VCR In G VCR Out H TV In J Add an S-video or composite cable with adapter K S-video In on back of computer L Remote control sensor cable M Remote control sensor N Set-top box/second output O R-Audio
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    jacks on your TV. NOTE: There may be two S-video connectors on the back of the computer: S-video Out on the video card (select models only), and S-video In on the TV tuner card. If your TV has an S-video jack, connect an S-video cable (A) (not included) from the S-video In jack on the TV to the
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    your TV set. 5 Turn on the computer. Enable the computer desktop for the TV. For more information, see "Viewing the computer desktop on a TV screen." Viewing the computer desktop on a TV screen The type of video card on your computer determines how the computer selects the TV-out option. When you
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    what to do within the Windows Media Center setup, and how to use the Windows Desktop Properties window to adjust the settings for your TV display: NOTE: The type of video card on your computer determines how the computer selects the TV-out option. Some options and menus in this procedure may be
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    for your graphics card. (Your tab may be labeled Displays, ATI Displays, Ge Force xxx, nView, or Devices.) 13 Choose the TV option, and follow the on-screen instructions. Disabling the TV-out Option When you want to disconnect the TV from the computer and view your computer desktop on the original
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    playback image. For best results, choose the best-quality connection type that is supported by your optional equipment. NOTE: Some graphic cards have a DVI connector and a DVI-to-VGA converter included in the box (select models only). If your monitor has a VGA connector but no DVI connector, use the
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    video and S-video connections. Example: A DVD/VHS player to a TV. The remainder of this chapter describes how to connect optional equipment, including the audio connections when applicable. The order follows that of the preceding table. WARNING: Before connecting optional equipment, unplug the power
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    HDMI device This is the recommended connection for video and audio. The HDMI cable is sold separately. 1 Connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI connector on the computer. (There are no separate audio inputs for HDMI.) HDMI Output HDMI Connector on the Computer 2 Connect the cable to the HDMI device
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    the DVI equipment and to the computer. Digital Video (DVI) Digital Video (DVI) Output HDMI Output Digital Video Connector on the Computer Connector on the Computer 3 Turn on the DVI device, and start play. 4 Plug in the computer. 5 Turn on the computer. Connecting the Television Signal and
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    2 each have both Component and Video connectors, which share the left and right Audio connectors. Connect only one video input for each input set. 1 Connect the component video cable to the Component (Y, Pb, on the device, and start play. 5 Plug in the computer. 6 Turn on the computer. 56 Start Here
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    the S-video equipment to the S-video connector, Input 3 in this example: 2 Connect the audio cable connectors to the left and right Audio connectors for Input 3. 3 Connect the cables to the device. 4 Turn on the device, and start play. 5 Plug in the computer. 6 Turn on the computer. Connecting
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    1 Go to http://www.hp.com/support in your Web browser. 2 Select your country/region and language. 3 Click Support and Drivers. 4 Click See support and troubleshooting information, enter the model number of your computer, and then click Search . 5 Click Manuals. 6 Locate the manual you want, and then
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    display an alert or a notice on your desktop. You can view messages as they arrive or read them later. Most support updates that HP Connections or Compaq Connections messages deliver are also available to you through the support Web site under the information for your computer model. 60 Start Here
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    of your computer, while the service is off. To turn off the HP Connections or Compaq Connections service: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click All Programs. 3 Click PC Help & Tools. 4 Click HP Connections or Compaq Connections. HP Connections or Compaq Connections window
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    receive messages as they become available. To turn on the service: 1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar. 2 Click All Programs. 3 Click PC Help & Tools. 4 Click HP Connections or Compaq Connections. HP Connections or Compaq Connections displays. 5 Click Activate to reactivate the
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    B Bluetooth devices 12 C cables Component Video 52 Composite video 52 connecting computer to TV 48 DVI 52 HDMI 52 included 39 S-video 52 TV 39 coaxial cable connecting the TV signal source 45 Composite video cable 40 Composite video connector 4, 6 computer connecting the remote sensor 43 connecting
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    D devices connecting 9 digital camera connecting 8, 9 digital video camera connecting to a computer 8 troubleshooting 9 Disabling the TV-Out Option 51 Disconnecting the TV 51 documentation, onscreen 59 DVI-I or DVI-D cable 40 E Ethernet connection 12 Ethernet network hub 5 F FireWire (
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    to computer 48 signal source 41 U updates from Compaq Connections, using 60 updates from HP Connections, using 60 USB connector 4, 5 Using coaxial cable 44 Using TV Cables 39 using your TV as a monitor 48 V Video Cables 39 videos working with home videos
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    Part number: 5991-6997 Part number: 5992-0382
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