HP Compaq Presario SG3245IN, Compaq Presario SR5350AP, Compaq Presario SR5351AP Getting Started Guide
Getting Started
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Table of Contents
Setting Up the Computer ..........................................................................1
Putting the 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)...........................................................4
Connecting Other Devices .......................................................................................6
Storing Documentation and Recovery Discs................................................................6
Adjusting the Monitor..............................................................................................6
Adjusting the screen resolution by using Vista .......................................................6
Adjusting the screen resolution by using the NVIDIA Control Panel ..........................7
Setting Up a Local Area Network ............................................................................. 8
Setting Up a Wired (Ethernet) Connection .................................................................9
Integrated Wireless Devices.....................................................................................9
Connecting the Wireless LAN Device......................................................................10
Checking the wireless LAN device installation .....................................................11
Using wireless security features .........................................................................11
Connecting a Modem ...........................................................................................12
Getting Help ..........................................................................................13
Finding Onscreen Guides......................................................................................13
Finding Guides on the Web...................................................................................13
Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center.......................................................... 14
Using the PC Help & Tools Folder...........................................................................14
Using the hardware diagnostic tools .................................................................. 14
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Turning On the Computer for the First Time ............................................15
Turning Off the Computer ...................................................................................... 16
Using Shut Down.............................................................................................16
Using Lock......................................................................................................17
Using Sleep mode ...........................................................................................17
Using Hibernate mode .....................................................................................18
Automatic Sleep, Hibernate, or Away mode .......................................................19
Restarting the Computer ........................................................................................19
Connecting to the Internet......................................................................................20
Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort...........................................................21
Setting Up User Accounts ......................................................................................21
Protecting the Computer ........................................................................................22
Using passwords .............................................................................................23
Using antivirus software....................................................................................24
Using firewall software.....................................................................................24
Configuring the computer for automatic Microsoft software updates.......................25
Installing critical security updates.......................................................................25
Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware Devices..........................................26
Transferring Files and Settings from an Old Computer to a New Computer.................. 27
Using the Keyboard...............................................................................29
Identifying Keyboard Features................................................................................29
Alphanumeric keys ..........................................................................................29
Function keys .................................................................................................. 30
Edit keys.........................................................................................................30
Arrow keys .....................................................................................................30
Numeric keys..................................................................................................31
Keyboard indicators ........................................................................................31
Special keyboard buttons .................................................................................32
Identifying Special Keyboard Buttons ......................................................................32
Customizing the keyboard buttons .....................................................................34
Keyboard Shortcuts...............................................................................................35
Wireless Mouse and Keyboard Troubleshooting.......................................................36
Synchronizing a wireless mouse and keyboard ................................................... 36
Using the Mouse ....................................................................................39
Using the Mouse Buttons .......................................................................................40
Scrolling.........................................................................................................40
Autoscrolling...................................................................................................41
Panning..........................................................................................................41
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Changing Mouse Settings......................................................................................41
Switching mouse button functions.......................................................................41
Changing mouse pointer speed.........................................................................42
Changing the double-click speed.......................................................................42
Turning on the ClickLock option.........................................................................42
Changing the scroll wheel speed....................................................................... 43
Wireless Mouse and Keyboard Troubleshooting.......................................................43
Introducing Your Computer Software .....................................................45
Learning More About Software...............................................................................45
Using the Desktop.................................................................................................45
Removing desktop icons ...................................................................................46
Retrieving desktop icons ...................................................................................46
Removing files permanently...............................................................................46
Using the Windows Start Button Menu .................................................................... 46
Using the All Programs menu ............................................................................46
Organizing the All Programs list........................................................................47
Using the Control Panel.........................................................................................47
Resizing Windows................................................................................................48
Working with Digital Images .................................................................................48
About the Internet .................................................................................................49
Using a Browser...................................................................................................50
Searching the Internet ......................................................................................50
Restricting Internet content.................................................................................51
Sending and Receiving E-Mail................................................................................52
Using Windows Mail .......................................................................................52
Using the e-mail program provided by your ISP................................................... 52
Managing Files ......................................................................................53
Organizing Files with Folders.................................................................................53
Creating Folders...................................................................................................54
Moving Files ........................................................................................................54
Finding Files ........................................................................................................55
Renaming Files.....................................................................................................56
Deleting Files ....................................................................................................... 56
Retrieving Files from the Recycle Bin .......................................................................57
Copying Files....................................................................................................... 57
Using a Printer .....................................................................................................58
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Using the Memory Card Reader .............................................................59
Media Insertion Guide .......................................................................................... 60
Understanding the Activity Light .............................................................................63
Formatting a Memory Card ...................................................................................63
Troubleshooting the Memory Card Reader............................................................... 64
Index.....................................................................................................65
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Setting Up the 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
for your new location before plugging the computer into an AC power outlet.
WARNING: Please read “Safety Information” in the Limited Warranty
and Support Guide before installing and connecting the computer to
the electrical power system.
Putting the Computer Together
Follow the steps on the setup poster to set up the computer. Read the topics in this section
to learn more about the location of components and connectors on the computer, and to
learn about some setup alternatives.
Look in the computer box for printed details or updates regarding the computer.
Placing the computer in the proper location
When setting up your new computer, place it where ventilation openings are unobstructed.
Make sure that all connections are secure and that all cabling is out of the way. Do not
place cabling in walkways or where it can be stepped on or damaged from placing
furniture on it.
Setting Up the Computer 1
Using surge protection
Help protect the monitor, computer, and accessories by connecting all power cords for the
computer and peripheral devices (such as a monitor, printer, or scanner) to a surge
protection device, such as a power strip with surge protection or an uninterruptible power
supply (UPS). Many surge protection devices have surge protection inputs and outputs for
modem or telephone lines. Telephone lines are a common path for lightning spikes to get
into the system. Some surge protection devices have surge protection for television cable
connections as well. Use those if the 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 replaces the equipment if surge protection fails.
Connecting to the computer
Connect the main hardware devices, such as the monitor, keyboard, and mouse, to the
back of the computer. Other peripheral devices, such as a printer, scanner, or camera,
also plug into connectors on the back of the computer. Some computers also have
connectors on the front of the computer. The following table shows some, but not all,
connectors:
NOTE:
Connector Icon/Label Description and function
The location, availability, and number of connectors on the computer may vary.
Mouse (PS/2 connector).
Keyboard (PS/2 connector).
Universal Serial Bus (USB) for mouse, keyboard,
digital cameras, or other devices with USB
connectors.
Printer (parallel).
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Connector Icon/Label Description and function (continued)
Serial port for some digital cameras or other
Serial
serial devices.
Audio Line Out (powered speakers).
Audio Line In.
Headphones.
Microphone.
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FireWire
(IEEE 1394) for video cameras or other
devices with very fast transfer rates.
NOTE: You must use a 6-pin FireWire (IEEE 1394)
transfer cable with this 6-pin connector.
Digital audio in and digital audio out.
Side speaker out.
Rear speaker out.
Center/Subwoofer.
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Connecting 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 came with your digital photo camera or digital video
camera.
To connect a digital photo camera or a digital video camera:
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1 Turn on the computer, and wait for the Microsoft
to start.
NOTE: If a Digital Video Device AutoPlay window appears when you connect the
camera, click Cancel.
2 Connect the 6-pin video camera transfer cable into the camera, and then into an open
port on the front or back of the computer. Most digital video cameras use either the
FireWire (IEEE 1394) port or the USB port.
Windows Vista® operating system
3 A Found New Hardware message appears. Wait 2 or 3 minutes for Windows Vista to
make the necessary settings for the new device. When installation is complete, a
message appears, indicating that the camera is ready to use.
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4 You may need to install driver software for your camera. If so, Windows displays a
message asking if you want to locate and install driver software. Insert the driver
software CD, click Locate and install driver software, and then follow any
onscreen instructions to install the software.
If the computer does not recognize the digital photo camera or the digital video camera:
1 Click the Windows Start Button
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on the taskbar, and then click
Control Panel.
2 Click System and Maintenance, and then click System.
3 Click Device Manager.
4 Click the plus sign (+) next to the camera port. If the name of the camera appears, the
device is ready. If the name is not there, try the following:
Click Action, and then click Scan for hardware changes. Look in Device
Manager for a new addition under the port.
Unplug the video camera transfer cable from the computer, and plug it into a
different port. Look in Device Manager for a new addition under the port.
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Connecting Other Devices
Other peripheral devices can be connected to the front or back of the computer by 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
assistants) or handheld computers. Refer to the documentation that came with your device.
NOTE: Some peripheral devices are not included with the computer.
NOTE: You must use a 6-pin (not a 4-pin) FireWire (IEEE 1394) cable with the 6-pin
FireWire (IEEE 1394) connector on the computer.
Storing Documentation and Recovery Discs
Store all computer user manuals and warranty information in an easy-to-find, safe location.
It is a good idea to store the system recovery discs with the documentation. This allows
easy access to all important computer documents and files.
Adjusting the Monitor
Adjusting the screen resolution by using Vista
To change the screen resolution by using Vista:
1 Right-click an empty area of the desktop, and then click Personalize.
2 Click Display Settings.
3 If necessary, select the monitor, and then adjust the screen resolution by using the
slider under Resolution.
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4 Click Apply.
5 Click Yes, if it is present.
6 Click OK.
NOTE: You can connect more than one display 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, restart the computer and try again.
Adjusting the screen resolution by using the NVIDIA Control Panel
To change the screen resolution by using the NVIDIA Control Panel:
1 Right-click an empty area of the desktop, and then click NVIDIA Control Panel.
2 Select Standard or Advanced and then click OK.
3 Under Display, click Change resolution.
4 If necessary, select the display, and then adjust the screen resolution by using the
slider under Display resolution.
5 Click Apply, and then click Yes if you want to apply that resolution.
Or
Click No, and change the resolution by using the slider under Display resolution
again, click Apply and then click Yes.
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Setting Up a Local Area Network
A home local area network (LAN) may consist of either a wired or a wireless network that
you can use to connect the computer to other devices on the network, including other
computers. The network components may include a hub or a switch, which can connect
multiple devices to the network, or a router, which can connect computers or a broadband
Internet connection to the network. This network connection also enables you to share data
and printers or other devices among your computers. The network connection to the
Internet is usually through a dial-up or cable modem.
A wired network uses Ethernet cables to connect the devices on the network. For example,
the Ethernet cable plugs into the computer network interface adapter and the router.
A wireless network uses radio waves to connect the devices on the network. For example,
both the computer and the router have an antenna and adapter that use the same
Wi-Fi industry standard: 802.11n, 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11a.
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.
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Setting Up a Wired (Ethernet) Connection
The Ethernet connection, which may be called network interface adapter, Network
Interface Card, or NIC, provides a high-speed or broadband connection to an
Ethernet (10BaseT) or Fast Ethernet (100BaseT) network. After you connect this interface to
a network, such as a LAN, you can connect to the Internet through the network.
1 Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet connector (A) on the back of the computer,
and to the network router or LAN device.
NOTE: Your computer may not come with an Ethernet connector.
A Ethernet connector (RJ-45 port)
B Ethernet indicator lights
2 With the computer turned on, check the indicator lights (B) next to the Ethernet
connector for the status:
ACTIVITY — Lit yellow during network data transfer activity
LINK — Lit green when there is a valid network connection
NOTE: Your Ethernet connector may have only one indicator light.
Integrated Wireless Devices
Wireless technology transfers data across radio waves instead of wires. Your computer
may be equipped with one or more of the following integrated wireless devices:
Wireless local area network (WLAN) devices connect the computer to
wireless local area networks (commonly referred to as wireless networks, wireless
LANs, or WLANs) in corporate offices, your home, and public areas such as airports
and restaurants. In a WLAN, each mobile wireless device communicates with a
wireless access point, which can be several hundred feet away.
Computers with WLAN devices may support one or more of the four IEEE physical
layer industry standards: 802.11n, 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11a.
Bluetooth devices create a personal area network (PAN) to connect to other
Bluetooth-enabled devices such as computers, phones, printers, headsets, speakers,
and cameras. In a PAN, each device communicates directly with the other devices,
and the devices must be relatively close together—within 33 feet (10 meters) of each
other.
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Wireless wide area network (WWAN) devices provide access to information
anytime and anywhere that you have cellular (data) coverage. In a WWAN, each
mobile device communicates to a public carrier’s base station. Public carriers install
networks of base stations (similar to cell phone towers) throughout large geographic
areas, effectively providing coverage across entire states, 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 802.11n (select models only), 802.11b or
802.11g wireless network by using the external antenna that was included with the
system. This device enables you to establish a wireless network using the computer as a
wireless access point, or you can use the computer as a wireless client (Station Mode) if
you already have a wireless network running.
You need an existing wireless LAN with an Internet connection (consult your Internet
Service Provider for further information). An external antenna is supplied with the system;
you must connect it to the 802.11 module to increase the range and sensitivity of
the radio.
To connect the wireless LAN antenna:
1 Screw the wireless LAN antenna
cable into the wireless LAN
connector on the back of
the computer.
2 For the best wireless performance,
place the antenna on the computer
or in an elevated and open area.
NOTE: The appearance of your wireless antenna may vary.
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Checking the wireless LAN device installation
To set up your wireless network, verify that the integrated WLAN device is installed on the
computer correctly:
1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.
2 Type Device Manager into the Start Search box, and then click Device Manager to
open the Device Manager window.
3 Click Network adapters. Your WLAN device should be listed here. The WLAN
device may include the term wireless, wireless LAN, or 802.11.
NOTE: If no WLAN device is listed, either the computer does not have an integrated
WLAN device, or the driver for the device is not properly installed.
4 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.
5 Type Network and Sharing Center into the Start Search box, and then click Network
and Sharing Center to open the Network and Sharing Center window.
6 Click Connect to a network, and then follow onscreen instructions.
For more information about setting up a wireless network:
Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click Help and Support,
and then type Setting up a wireless network into the Search Help box.
Go to: http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/wireless (English only).
Go to: http://hp.com/support and search for wireless topics.
Using wireless security features
When you set up a home WLAN or access an existing public WLAN, always enable
security features to protect the network from unauthorized access. The most common
security levels are Wi-Fi Protected Access Personal (WPA-Personal) and Wired Equivalent
Privacy (WEP).
When setting up a network, Hewlett-Packard recommends that you use one or more of the
following security measures:
Enable WPA-Personal or WEP security encryption on the router.
Change the default network name (SSID) and password.
Set up a firewall.
Set security on your Web browser.
For more information about setting up wireless security features, go to:
http://www.hp.com/go/techcenter/wireless
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Connecting a Modem
For information on connecting to the Internet, see “Connecting to the Internet” in this guide.
The modem is used for connecting to an ISP that provides a telephone dial-up connection
to the Internet.
NOTE: Your computer may not come with a modem.
Before you can use telephone dial-up to connect to the Internet and send or receive e-mail
and 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 plug a modem/telephone
cable into the computer modem connector and into the telephone service line wall jack
connector.
A Modem connector
B Back of computer
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Finding Onscreen Guides
Onscreen guides are available in the User’s Guides folder (select models only).
1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.
2 Click All Programs.
3 Click User Guides.
4 Click an item to view it or use it.
NOTE: If there are no guide titles listed in the folder, your computer has no onscreen
guides.
Finding Guides on the Web
You can find guides and information for your computer by using the Internet to access the
Support Web site.
Getting Help
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 Enter the model number of your computer, and then click Search .
5 Click Manuals.
6 Locate the manual you want, and then do one of the following:
Click the title to display the file in Adobe Acrobat Reader (which you can
download from the Manuals page if it is not currently installed on your computer).
Right-click the title, click Save Target As, specify a location on the computer
where you want to save the file, rename the file (retaining the .pdf extension), and
then click Save.
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Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center
Information about your computer is in the onscreen Help and Support Center (select
models only). Here, you can find links to driver updates, access to technical support
options, and information about commonly asked questions.
To open the Help and Support Center:
Press the Help button (select models only) on your keyboard.
Or
Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Help
and Support.
Using the PC Help & Tools Folder
The PC Help & Tools folder contains special utilities for computer owners, such as
support information and programs.
To see the items in the PC Help & Tools folder:
1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.
2 Click All Programs.
3 Click PC Help & Tools.
4 Click Hardware Diagnostic Tools to view or use these tools.
Using the hardware diagnostic tools
The hardware diagnostic tools help you to do the following:
View the computer system information, such as memory usage, drive capacity
and CPU usage.
Find alerts about your computer.
Show information, and run diagnostic tests on computer hardware and some
computer peripheral hardware, such as printers, monitors, speakers, and
network adapters.
Run a computer system test.
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Turning On the Computer for the First Time
After you have completed the steps on the setup poster, you are ready to turn on the
computer.
1 Press the Power button on the monitor.
2 Press the On button on the front of the computer.
3 Turn on the speakers, if they are present.
4 Set up the computer by following the onscreen instructions. If prompted, select the
country/region in which you are physically located, and wait while the computer
makes preparations. (When you select an alternate language, it may take up to
30 minutes for this one-time language setup on the computer.)
5 Set up Microsoft Windows Vista by following the onscreen instructions.
6 Follow the onscreen instructions to register with HP or Compaq, sign up for updates,
and get online. If you do not want to set up an Internet connection at this time, you can
do so later by manually starting Easy Internet Services. See “Connecting to the
Internet.”
7 Norton Internet Security automatically opens. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up
this tool, which protects the computer and your privacy.
NOTE: If you stop the setup procedure, when you are ready to finish, double-click the
Easy Setup icon on the desktop to run the first-time wizard.
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Turning Off the Computer
For best results, when using Microsoft Windows Vista, do not shut down the computer,
except when you must turn off the power for safety reasons, such as to make repairs, install
new hardware or cards in the computer chassis, or change a battery.
As an alternative to shutting down the computer, you can lock it or put it into either Sleep
or Hibernate mode, if it is available. You can set the power management timers to put the
computer automatically into Sleep or Hibernate mode.
Sleep and Hibernate modes are power states. Sleep mode saves your work to memory, so
you can resume quickly; saves your work to the hard disk; and then goes to a
reduced-power state. During Sleep mode, the computer hardware light remains on, and
the computer is ready to wake quickly and resume your work where you left off. Hibernate
mode saves the system memory to a temporary file on the hard disk and then turns off the
hardware.
Some computers also have a reduced-power state called Away mode. Away mode turns
off the display and mutes the audio, but otherwise keeps the computer operational. During
Away mode, the computer can perform tasks such as recording a scheduled TV program
or streaming video and music files to a remote location.
Using Shut Down
For best results, when using Windows Vista, turn off the computer without pressing any
buttons on the computer chassis.
NOTE: For information on the Windows Start Button , see “Using the Windows Start
Button Menu.”
1 Close any open software programs by clicking the X at the upper-right corner of each
program window.
2 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.
3 Click the Arrow button next to the Lock button.
4 Click Shut Down.
5 Turn off the monitor.
To turn on the computer after a shut down:
1 Press the power button on the monitor.
2 Press the On button on the front of the computer.
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Using Lock
If you lock the computer, only you or the administrator can log on to it.
1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.
2 Click the Lock button.
3 To unlock this computer, you must enter your password.
Using Sleep mode
When the computer is in Sleep mode, it goes into a reduced-power state. The monitor is
blank, as if it were turned off. By using Sleep mode:
You save time, because you do no have to wait for the computer to go through the
normal startup routine when you wake it again. The next time that you use the
computer, any programs, folders, and documents that were open before you put the
computer into Sleep mode are available.
The computer can receive faxes, if you set it to do so.
The computer can retrieve e-mail messages and download information from the
Internet automatically, if you set it to do so.
To put the computer into Sleep mode manually:
Press the Sleep button on the keyboard, if it is present.
Or
1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.
2 Click the Power button.
Or
1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.
2 Click the Arrow button next to the Lock button.
3 Click Sleep.
To wake the computer from Sleep mode:
Press the Sleep button on the keyboard.
Or
Quickly press the On button on the front of the computer.
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