HP (Hewlett-Packard) KQ497AA, s3650f User Manual

Getting Started

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Getting Help ............................................................................................1

Finding Onscreen Guides........................................................................................1

Finding Guides on the Web.....................................................................................1

Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center............................................................2

Using the PC Help & Tools Folder.............................................................................2

Using the hardware diagnostic tools ....................................................................2

Using HP Total Care Advisor Software ......................................................................3

Turning On the Computer for the First Time ..............................................5

Turning Off the Computer ........................................................................................6

Using Shut Down...............................................................................................6

Using Lock........................................................................................................7

Using Sleep mode .............................................................................................7

Using Hibernate mode .......................................................................................8

Automatic Sleep, Hibernate, or Away mode .........................................................9

Restarting the Computer ..........................................................................................9

Connecting to the Internet......................................................................................10

Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort...........................................................11

Setting Up User Accounts ......................................................................................11

Protecting the Computer ........................................................................................12

Using passwords .............................................................................................13

Using antivirus software....................................................................................14

Using firewall software.....................................................................................14

Configuring the computer for automatic Microsoft software updates.......................15

Installing critical security updates.......................................................................16

Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware Devices..........................................16

Transferring Files and Settings from an Old Computer to a New Computer.................. 17

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Using the Keyboard...............................................................................19

Identifying Keyboard Features................................................................................19

Alphanumeric keys ..........................................................................................19

Function keys ..................................................................................................20

Edit keys.........................................................................................................20

Arrow keys .....................................................................................................21

Numeric keys..................................................................................................21

Keyboard indicators ........................................................................................22

Special keyboard buttons .................................................................................22

Identifying Special Keyboard Buttons ......................................................................23

Customizing the keyboard buttons .....................................................................25

Keyboard Shortcuts...............................................................................................26

Wireless Mouse and Keyboard Troubleshooting.......................................................26

Synchronizing a wireless mouse and keyboard ...................................................26

Using the Mouse ....................................................................................29

Using the Mouse Buttons .......................................................................................30

Scrolling.........................................................................................................30

Autoscrolling...................................................................................................30

Panning..........................................................................................................31

Changing Mouse Settings......................................................................................31

Switching mouse button functions.......................................................................31

Changing mouse pointer speed.........................................................................31

Changing the double-click speed.......................................................................32

Turning on the ClickLock option.........................................................................32

Changing the scroll wheel speed.......................................................................32

Wireless Mouse and Keyboard Troubleshooting.......................................................33

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Configuring Speaker and Sound Options ...............................................35

Adjusting speaker volume.................................................................................36

Selecting a microphone....................................................................................37

Configuring audio output..................................................................................37

Using the Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi or X-Fi Fatality audio card............................38

Configuring the FlexiJack connector ...................................................................39

Sound Blaster X-Fi configuration modes ..............................................................39

Configuring speakers with Realtek HD Audio Manager ........................................40

The Realtek HD Audio Manager control screens ..................................................41

Configuring sound for recording with the Realtek HD Audio Manager....................43

Retasking front panel audio connectors ..............................................................44

Configuring multistreaming audio ...................................................................... 45

When to use multistreaming audio.....................................................................46

Setting up multistreaming audio......................................................................... 46

Configuring audio for Windows Media Center ...................................................47

Selecting recording devices ..............................................................................48

Resolving sound issues .....................................................................................48

Using the Windows Media Center Remote Control ..................................49

Remote Control Buttons Overview...........................................................................50

About the Remote Control......................................................................................52

Troubleshooting the Remote Control........................................................................53

Remote sensor is not receiving a signal from the remote control.............................53

Introducing Your Computer Software .....................................................55

Learning More About Software...............................................................................55

Using the Desktop.................................................................................................55

Removing desktop icons ...................................................................................56

Retrieving desktop icons ...................................................................................56

Removing files permanently...............................................................................56

Using the Windows Start Button Menu ....................................................................56

Using the All Programs menu ............................................................................56

Organizing the All Programs list........................................................................57

Using the Control Panel.........................................................................................57

Resizing Windows................................................................................................58

Working with Digital Images .................................................................................58

About the Internet ................................................................................................. 59

Using a Browser...................................................................................................60

Searching the Internet ......................................................................................60

Restricting Internet content.................................................................................61

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Using the Norton Internet Security Antivirus Software ................................................ 62

Configuring and registering Norton Internet Security software ...............................62

Manually running a scan ..................................................................................62

Setting a Full System Scan time .........................................................................63

Setting up a Custom Scan time..........................................................................63

Sending and Receiving E-Mail................................................................................64

Using Windows Mail ....................................................................................... 64

Using the e-mail program provided by your ISP...................................................64

Software Quick Reference Table.............................................................................65

Managing Files ......................................................................................69

Organizing Files with Folders.................................................................................69

Creating Folders...................................................................................................70

Moving Files ........................................................................................................ 70

Finding Files ........................................................................................................71

Renaming Files.....................................................................................................72

Deleting Files .......................................................................................................72

Retrieving Files from the Recycle Bin .......................................................................72

Copying Files....................................................................................................... 73

Using a Printer .....................................................................................................73

Using CD and DVD Media Drives ............................................................75

Using the CD and DVD Drives................................................................................ 75

Handling CDs and DVDs ..................................................................................76

Inserting and removing CDs and DVDs............................................................... 76

Compatibility Information ......................................................................................78

Disc Features and Compatibility Table ....................................................................79

Optical Drive Quick Reference Table ......................................................................80

Using Blu-ray and HD Disc Drives...........................................................................81

Using the Memory Card Reader .............................................................83

Media Insertion Guide ..........................................................................................84

Understanding the Activity Light .............................................................................87

Formatting a Memory Card ...................................................................................87

Troubleshooting the Memory Card Reader............................................................... 88

Using the HP Personal Media Drive and HP Pocket Media Drive .............89

Connecting the Drive ............................................................................................90

Inserting the Drive into an HP Drive Bay ..................................................................90

Connecting the Drive to a Computer Without a Drive Bay .........................................91

Locating the Drive and Assigning a Drive Letter ........................................................92

Using the Drive ....................................................................................................93

Transferring files to another computer manually...................................................93

Disconnecting the Drive.........................................................................................94

Troubleshooting the HP Media Drive.......................................................................95

vi Getting Started (features vary by model)

Using Windows Media Center ................................................................97

Setting Up Windows Media Center ........................................................................98

Completing the setup wizard.............................................................................98

Windows Media Center Start Menu......................................................................100

Windows Media Center Start menu items .........................................................100

Windows Media Center Features .........................................................................101

Watch and record live TV............................................................................... 102

The right music for the moment........................................................................103

Playing FM or Internet radio............................................................................103

Sharing your digital memories.........................................................................103

Transforming your living space into a theater ....................................................104

Online media................................................................................................104

Navigating Windows Media Center.....................................................................104

Opening Windows Media Center with a mouse................................................104

Opening Windows Media Center with the Windows Media Center remote control105

Using the Windows Media Center menu bars ...................................................105

Selecting items in Windows Media Center........................................................106

Windows Media Center control menu..............................................................107

Changing Windows Media Center Settings ........................................................... 108

Windows Media Center Settings categories...................................................... 108

Using Windows Media Center power settings...................................................109

Playing CDs, DVDs, or VCDs .................................................................111

Using Music.......................................................................................................111

Using Music with Windows Media Center.............................................................112

Using the music library........................................................................................113

Adding music to the music library ....................................................................113

Adding music files from the hard disk drive....................................................... 113

Adding music files from a CD..........................................................................114

Deleting music files from the music library.........................................................115

Using supported music file types......................................................................115

Playing Music Files in Windows Media Center.......................................................116

Changing the visualization settings .................................................................. 117

Playing an album in Windows Media Center....................................................117

Playing a song in Windows Media Center .......................................................118

Creating a Queue in Windows Media Center........................................................ 118

Finding and Playing an Album in Windows Media Center ......................................119

Using album details .......................................................................................119

Using Search in Windows Media Center...............................................................120

Searching for music tracks and files .................................................................120

Creating a Playlist in Windows Media Center........................................................ 120

Copying Music Files to CD in Windows Media Center............................................ 122

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Listening to Online Radio Stations......................................................................... 123

Listening to FM Radio Stations.............................................................................. 124

Setting Up the TV Signal...................................................................................... 125

Playing FM Radio Stations ...................................................................................126

Organizing and Using Preset Radio Stations..........................................................128

Using preset radio stations.............................................................................. 129

Using the FM Radio and the TV Signal at the Same Time.........................................129

Playing Music CDs .............................................................................................129

Playing CDs with Windows Media Player..............................................................130

Playing DVDs.....................................................................................................130

Using Windows Media Center to play DVDs.....................................................131

Troubleshooting poor playback when playing DVDs ..........................................131

Using country/region codes............................................................................ 132

Playing DVD Movies in Windows Media Center ....................................................132

Changing the DVD Settings..................................................................................133

Changing the DVD movie language.................................................................133

Changing DVD remote control options .............................................................134

Changing DVD closed captioning....................................................................135

Changing DVD Audio Settings .............................................................................136

Playing DVDs with Windows Media Player............................................................ 136

Using DVD Play to Play DVDs, Videos, High-Definition DVDs, and Blu-ray DVDs......... 137

Playing Video CDs (VCDs)...................................................................................139

Playing video CDs (VCDs) with Windows Media Player .....................................139

Creating Audio and Data Discs.............................................................141

Erasing Rewritable Discs Before Recording ............................................................142

Working with Audio CDs ....................................................................................142

Audio CD tips ...............................................................................................143

Before you begin creating discs.......................................................................143

Creating audio CDs.......................................................................................144

Creating video discs ......................................................................................144

Copying a disc .............................................................................................145

Creating data discs........................................................................................146

Making a disc label using LightScribe Technology .............................................147

Making a paper disc label..............................................................................149

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Working with Pictures and Videos .......................................................151

Working with Digital Images ...............................................................................151

Viewing Pictures in Windows Media Center ..........................................................152

Adding Pictures in Windows Media Center ...........................................................152

Adding picture files from the hard disk drive ..................................................... 152

Viewing Pictures in Windows Media Center ..........................................................153

Viewing pictures as a slide show .....................................................................154

Viewing a slide show with music .....................................................................154

Using supported picture file types in Windows Media Center..............................155

Editing Pictures in Windows Media Center ............................................................ 156

Fixing red eye or contrast ............................................................................... 156

Cropping pictures in Windows Media Center ...................................................156

Rotating pictures............................................................................................157

Printing Pictures in Windows Media Center ...........................................................158

Copying Pictures to CDs and DVDs in Windows Media Center ................................ 158

Playing Videos in Windows Media Center ............................................................159

Playing digital videos.....................................................................................159

Using supported video file types......................................................................160

Transferring and Recording Video Files .................................................................160

Recording analog and digital video files ..........................................................160

Creating a DVD from Video Files in Windows Media Center ................................... 161

Creating Movies by Using muvee autoProducer....................................163

Basic steps for making a movie .......................................................................163

Using muvee autoProducer ..................................................................................165

Getting started ..............................................................................................165

Capturing video from a digital video camera....................................................167

Adding videos...............................................................................................168

Adding pictures.............................................................................................170

Adding music................................................................................................ 171

Selecting the style ..........................................................................................171

Changing the settings.....................................................................................171

Making the movie.......................................................................................... 173

Previewing the movie .....................................................................................173

Modifying the movie ...................................................................................... 174

Saving the movie project ................................................................................175

Recording the movie project to disc .................................................................176

Upgrading muvee autoProducer ......................................................................177

Supported muvee autoProducer output file types ................................................177

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Watching and Recording TV Programs .................................................179

Navigating TV + Movies .....................................................................................179

Watching TV .....................................................................................................181

Watching live TV...........................................................................................181

Controlling TV playback ................................................................................. 182

Using the remote control in TV + Movies...........................................................183

Using the Television Program Guide .....................................................................184

Using Windows Media Center without the guide...............................................184

Television Program Guide errors...................................................................... 185

Viewing the Television Program Guide ............................................................. 186

Setting up how Windows Media Center downloads the guide ............................187

Adding a postal code to receive the correct guide ............................................. 188

Adding missing channels to the guide ..............................................................188

Editing and removing channels in the guide......................................................189

Searching for TV Programs ..................................................................................189

Searching for TV programs by using categories................................................. 190

Recording TV Programs.......................................................................................191

Recording TV by using the guide .....................................................................192

Recording programs manually without using the guide .......................................192

Recording quality and hard disk drive storage space .........................................193

Watching TV programs stored on the HP Media Drive .......................................194

About recording TV to the HP Media Drive .......................................................195

Recording TV programs to the HP Media Drive..................................................195

Changing the TV recording path to the HP Media Drive .....................................196

Changing the TV recording path to the local hard disk drive...............................196

Add TV recording folder for Windows Media Center to find ............................... 197

Changing disk space for recording TV programs...............................................197

Updating recorded TV list after removing the HP Media Drive ............................. 197

System requirements to view recorded TV programs on other computers...............198

Copying recorded TV programs to DVD or CD..................................................198

Media copy protection ...................................................................................199

Playing Recorded TV Programs.............................................................................200

Playing DVDs in Windows Media Center ..............................................................200

Index...................................................................................................201

x Getting Started (features vary by model)

Finding Onscreen Guides

Onscreen guides are available in the User’s Guides folder (select models only).

1 Click the Windows Start Button

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.

on the taskbar.

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.

Getting Help 1

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.

 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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Using HP Total Care Advisor Software

HP Total Care Advisor is a desktop tool you use to monitor and access system health information about key areas of your computer. HP Total Care Advisor has four major areas:

 PC Health & Security provides a dashboard view of the status of key areas of

your computer.

 PC Action Center receives messages and alerts that inform you of changes in

the status of your computer health.

 PC Help provides simple access to help and support information for your

computer.

 Products Showcase provides a listing of products and services available for

your computer, and presents comparison shopping information about those items.

To ope n HP Tota l Care A dviso r:

1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

2 Click All Programs.

3 Click HP Total Care Advisor.

Getting Help 3

4 Getting Started (features vary by model)

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

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.

Windows Vista® by following the onscreen instructions.

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.

Turning On the Computer for the First Time 5

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.

1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

2 Click the Power button.

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.

 Quickly press the On button on the front of the computer.

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If the computer does not work properly when you wake it from Sleep mode, restart the computer.

1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

2 Click the Arrow button next to the Lock button.

3 Click Restart.

Quickly press the On button on the front of the computer.

Using Hibernate mode

Hibernate mode is available as an advanced power setting. When the computer is in Hibernate mode, it saves to the hard disk drive everything that is in computer memory, turns off the monitor and the hard disk drive, and then turns itself off. When you turn on the computer again, your programs, folders, and documents are restored to the screen.

To put the computer into Hibernate mode manually:

1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

2 Click the Arrow button next to the Lock button.

3 Click Hibernate, if it is present.

NOTE: If Hibernate is not present, you can set up the computer to go into Hibernate

mode automatically; see “Automatic Sleep, Hibernate, or Away mode.”

To wake the computer from Hibernate mode, press the On button on the front of the computer.

If the computer does not work properly when you wake it from Hibernate mode, restart the computer.

1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

2 Click the Arrow button next to the Lock button.

3 Click Restart.

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Automatic Sleep, Hibernate, or Away mode

You can set the computer to go into Sleep, Hibernate, or Away modes automatically when it is idle for a specified number of minutes. To put the computer into a mode automatically, modify the power management settings.

1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

2 Click Control Panel.

3 Click System and Maintenance.

4 Click Power Options.

5 Click Change when the computer sleeps.

6 For Sleep or Away mode, select an option from the Put the computer to sleep

drop-down menu, and click Save changes.

For Hibernate or Away mode:

a Click Change advanced power settings.

b Click the plus sign (+) next to Sleep.

c Click an item and make selections, and then click Apply.

d Click OK.

Restarting the Computer

When you restart the computer, the computer clears some settings and starts over using the operating system and software in its memory. Restarting is the easiest and most effective way to solve many software issues for the computer.

Also, you may want to install additional software programs or hardware devices onto the computer, and doing so may require that you restart the computer after installation.

1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

2 Click the Arrow button next to the Lock button.

3 Click Restart.

Quickly press the On button on the front of the computer.

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Connecting to the Internet

The computer can connect to the Internet through the telephone modem. There are other ways to connect to the Internet that do not use the telephone modem, such as a LAN (local area network) or DSL (digital subscriber line). Check with your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for specific information on the connection. See “About the Internet” for more information about using the Internet.

Refer to “Setting Up the Computer” in the other setup information that came with your computer to make the hardware connections: for a modem, see “Connecting a Modem” and for a network see “Setting Up a Local Area Network.”

To connect to the Internet, you must have:

 A computer.  A dial-up modem, a cable modem, or a DSL modem for high-speed broadband

connections. Contact your ISP for any specific software and hardware that you may need.

 Internet service with an ISP.  A Web browser.

To connect to the Internet:

1 Sign up with an ISP. If you already have an account with an ISP, skip this step and

follow the instructions provided by the ISP.

2 If you did not set up for Internet service during the initial setup of the computer, set it

up now by using Easy Internet Services.

a Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

b Click All Programs.

c Click Online Services and then click Easy Internet Services.

d Follow the onscreen instructions to select an ISP and set up Internet service.

NOTE: Easy Internet Services provides a list of ISPs; however, you may choose

another ISP or transfer an existing account to this computer. To transfer existing accounts, follow the instructions provided by the ISP.

3 Connect to the Internet. You must connect through your ISP.

 Double-click the ISP-provided icon on the desktop, and log in.

4 Open your Web browser and browse the Internet.

You can use any Web browser; most computers have Microsoft Internet Explorer. To open Internet Explorer:

a Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

b Click Internet Explorer.

NOTE: If you have questions, contact your ISP directly.

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Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. It describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for computer users. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information.

Before you begin using the computer, arrange the computer and your work area to maintain your comfort and productivity. Refer to the Safety & Comfort Guide for important ergonomic information:

 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, click All Programs, click

User Guides, and then click Safety & Comfort Guide.

 Type

http://www.hp.com/ergo

into the Web browser address box, and then press Enter on the keyboard.

Setting Up User Accounts

User accounts enable you to set the privileges for each user of the computer. For example, you can set the software programs that each user is allowed to access.

Windows Vista provides three types of user accounts:

 Administrator:

Is allowed to change account types for other users, change passwords, change system-wide settings, access all files on the computer, and install software and drivers that are compatible with Windows Vista.

 Limited - Standard User:

 Is not allowed to change other user settings or passwords. A Limited account may

not be able to install or run some software.

 Is allowed to change the limited account picture, and to create, edit, or delete the

account password.

 Guest:

 Is allowed to use most software and change system settings that do not affect other

users or the security of the computer.

 Is not allowed to change other user settings or passwords, or install software.

 Does not have access to password-protected files, folders, and settings.

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Creating multiple user accounts on the same computer has certain advantages, as well as some drawbacks.

 Advantages to multiple user accounts:

 Ability to create individual user settings

 Ability to limit access to software for certain users

 Drawbacks to multiple user accounts:

 More memory (RAM) usage

 Multiple Temporary Internet Files folders to remove during Disk Cleanup

 More data to back up

 Longer time to complete virus scan

Protecting the Computer

Protect the computer, personal settings, and data from a variety of risks by using:

 Passwords.

 Antivirus software.

 Firewall software.

 Critical security updates.

NOTE: Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents, but they may not be able to prevent software attacks or to prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.

Computer risk Security feature

Unauthorized use of the computer

User password

or user account

Computer viruses Norton Internet Security software (antivirus

program)

Unauthorized access to data Norton Internet Security software (firewall program)

updates

Unauthorized access to Setup

Windows Vista

Administrator password Utility, BIOS settings, and other system identification information

Ongoing or future threats to the

Critical security updates from Microsoft computer

12 Getting Started (features vary by model)

Using passwords

A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure the computer information. Several types of passwords can be set, depending on how you want to control access to your information. Passwords can be set in the Microsoft Windows on the computer.

CAUTION: To avoid being locked out of the computer, record each password you set. Because passwords are not displayed as they are set, changed, or deleted, it is essential to record each password immediately and store it in a secure place.

Use the following list as a basic guide when choosing a password:

 Choose a password that is easy for you to remember but difficult for others to guess.  Choose a long password (minimum of six characters).  Use a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.  Don’t use personal information that others can easily figure out, such as your birthday,

child’s name, or phone number.

 Don’t write down passwords unless you store them in a secure place away from the

computer. Do not store passwords in a file on the computer.

You can use the same password for more than one Windows Vista security feature.

 A password can have any combination of up to eight letters and numbers, and it is not

case sensitive.

Vista operating system

 A password must be set and entered with the same keys. For example, if you set the

password with number keys on the keyboard, the password is not recognized if you subsequently try to enter it with the embedded numeric keypad.

NOTE: Select models include a separate numeric keypad, which functions exactly like the keyboard number keys, except in the case of passwords.

 A password set in Windows Vista must be entered at a Windows Vista prompt.

The following table lists the Windows Vista passwords and describes their functions. For information on how to set passwords, see “Using passwords.” For additional information on Windows Vista passwords, such as screen saver passwords, type passwords into the Search Help box in the Help and Support Center.

Password Function

Windows Vista Administrator password

Protects administrator-level access to computer contents.

Windows Vista User password Protects access to a Windows Vista user account and

the computer contents. It must be entered when you resume from Sleep or Away mode.

CAUTION: If you forget the Administrator password, you cannot access Setup Utility.

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Using antivirus software

When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, you expose it to computer viruses. Computer viruses can disable the operating system, software programs, or utilities, or cause them to function abnormally.

Antivirus software can detect most viruses, destroy them, and in most cases repair any damage that viruses may have caused. To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software must be kept up to date.

The Norton Internet Security program, which is preinstalled on the computer, includes antivirus and firewall components. The software includes a free update period. It is strongly recommended that you protect the computer against new viruses beyond the free period by purchasing extended update service. Instructions for using and updating Norton Internet Security software, and for purchasing extended update service, are provided within the program.

To open and access Norton Internet Security:

1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

2 Click All Programs.

3 Click Norton Internet Security, and then click Norton Internet Security in

the list.

See “Using the Norton Internet Security Antivirus Software” for more information about using the Norton antivirus software.

For more information about computer viruses, type viruses into the Search Help box in the Help and Support Center.

Using firewall software

When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, unauthorized persons may be able to gain access to information about you, the computer, and your data. To protect your privacy, use firewall software. Microsoft Windows Vista includes firewall software preinstalled on the computer. Also, Norton Internet Security, which is preinstalled on the computer, includes a firewall program.

Firewall features include logging, reporting, and automatic alarms to monitor all incoming and outgoing communications.

To open and access Norton Internet Security:

1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

2 Click All Programs.

3 Click Norton Internet Security, and then click Norton Internet Security in

the list.

Under some circumstances, a firewall can block access to Internet games, interfere with printer or file sharing on a network, or block authorized e-mail attachments. To solve the problem temporarily, disable the firewall, perform the task that you want to perform, and then enable the firewall again. To resolve the problem permanently, reconfigure the firewall.

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Configuring the computer for automatic Microsoft software updates

Microsoft continually updates the Windows Vista operating system. HP recommends that you run Windows Vista Update monthly to install these updates. One way to keep the operating system up to date is to use the Automatic Updates feature.

When you are connected to the Internet, Windows Vista Update automatically notifies you through a pop-up message or icon in the notification area when critical updates are available. When you see the Windows Vista Update message, allow the updates to download to your system. If you update the system weekly, or even monthly, the time required for download is minimal.

To configure Automatic Updates:

1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

2 Click Control Panel.

3 Click Security.

4 Click Windows Update.

5 Click Change settings.

6 Select the desired configuration:

 Install updates automatically (recommended) — This is the default

setting, and it enables you to specify a day and time to automatically download and install recommended updates.

 Download updates but let me choose whether to install them

 Check for updates but let me choose whether to download and

install them

 Never check for updates (not recommended) — This option makes the

computer more vulnerable to security threats and performance problems and is not recommended.

7 Click OK.

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Installing critical security updates

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of information damage or loss from security breaches and computer viruses, install all critical updates from Microsoft as soon as you receive an alert.

Additional updates to the operating system and other software may have become available after the computer was shipped. Download all available updates and install them onto the computer.

To get the latest updates for the computer:

1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

2 Click Help and Support, and then click Software, drivers, and BIOS

updates.

3 Follow any onscreen instructions to complete downloading and installing the

latest updates.

Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware Devices

After you set up the computer, you may want to install additional software programs or hardware devices. Keep in mind the following important guidelines:

 Before installation, make a restore point by using the Microsoft System Restore

program.

a Make sure you are logged in as an Administrator.

b Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

c Click Control Panel.

d Click System and Maintenance.

e Click Backup and Restore Center.

f Click Create a restore point or change settings.

g In the System Properties window, on the System Protection tab, click Create.

Follow the onscreen instructions.

The restore point is a snapshot of the computer settings. By using System Restore, you ensure that you have a stable set of settings to use. For information on System Restore, go to the Microsoft Web site at: http://www.microsoft.com/worldwide

 Choose software that is compatible with the computer; check the operating system,

memory, and other requirements listed for the new software.

 Install the new software according to the directions provided by the software

manufacturer. If you need help, check the manufacturer’s documentation or customer service information.

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 If you need to restore factory settings after you install a program that is incompatible:

a Make sure you are logged in as an Administrator.

b Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

c Click Help and Support.

d Click Recover factory settings.

e Choose an option, and then follow the onscreen instructions.

 For antivirus software, uninstall the existing software program before reinstalling it or

installing a new antivirus program.

NOTE: Use only licensed original software. Installing copied software may be illegal, or it may result in an unstable installation or infect the computer with a virus.

Transferring Files and Settings from an Old Computer to a New Computer

You can copy files from the old computer to a new computer by using media such as CDs or DVDs, memory sticks, or personal media drives. You can also copy certain settings such as Web browser Favorites and address books by using Windows Easy Transfer software, which is included with Microsoft Windows Vista.

To transfer your files and settings:

1 Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar.

2 Click Help and Support.

3 Type transfer files into the Search Help box.

4 Click the overview article Transfer files and settings from another computer.

This article describes a Microsoft solution for moving your files to your new computer.

5 Click Windows Easy Transfer.

6 Follow the onscreen instructions in the Windows Easy Transfer wizard to transfer your

files from an old computer to a new one.

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Using the Keyboard

IMPORTANT: Please see the documentation that came with the keyboard for additional

information about using the keyboard, customizing keyboard buttons, and using any special keyboard keys. You may need to install keyboard software and drivers to access all the special features and functions of the keyboard.

Your computer may include either a standard keyboard or a wireless keyboard. Using the keyboard is the primary way that you enter text and commands for the computer.

A standard keyboard connects to the keyboard connector in the back of the computer.

A wireless keyboard (select models only) uses a receiver/transmitter, instead of a connector cable, to communicate with the computer. A light on the receiver indicates receiver activity.

Identifying Keyboard Features

The keyboard contains an arrangement of standard keys, indicator lights, and special buttons (select models only). Your keyboard may vary from the illustrations that follow.

Alphanumeric keys

The alphanumeric keys are the main keys found on a standard typewriter.

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Function keys

The function keys, located above the main keys, are labeled F1 through F12. Most function key operations vary by software program. F1 and F3 are available at all times:

 Pressing F1 opens a Help window for the software program being used.

 Pressing F3 opens a search window.

Edit keys

The edit keys are Insert, Home, Page Up, Delete, End, and Page Down. Use these keys to insert and delete text, and to quickly move the cursor on the screen. The edit keys function differently with some software programs.

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