What you need to know before you get started
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88
Using the HP Recovery partition (select products only)
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88
Using HP Recovery media to recover
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89
Changing the computer boot order
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89
Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only)
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89
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POST error messages
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91
POST numeric codes and text messages
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92
Interpreting POST diagnostic front panel LEDs
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98
10
Password security and resetting CMOS
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101
Resetting the password jumper
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101
Establishing a setup or power-on password
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102
Resetting the setup and power-on password
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103
Changing a setup or power-on password
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104
Clearing and resetting the CMOS
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104
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Maintaining peak performance
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107
Performing routine maintenance
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107
Using Disk Cleanup
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107
Using Disk Defragmenter
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107
Updating programs and drivers
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107
Cleaning your Sprout
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108
Cleaning procedures
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108
Cleaning the display and glass surfaces
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108
Cleaning the sides or cover
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108
Cleaning the Touch mat
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109
Cleaning the keyboard or mouse
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109
Appendix A
Power cord set requirements
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111
General requirements
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111
Japanese power cord requirements
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111
Country-speciļ¬c
requirements
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112
Appendix B
Statement of memory volatility
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113
Nonvolatile memory usage
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115
Questions and answers
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118
Using HP Sure Start (select models only)
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119
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