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Enhanced for Accessibility © Copyright 2006 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Windows is a U.S. registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Getting Started HP Notebook PC First Edition: October 2006 Document Part Number: 433664-001 Contents 1 First-time setup Identifying required hardware 1–1 Setting up the computer 1–3 Step 1: Insert the battery 1–4 Step 2: Connect the computer to external power 1–5 Step 3: Turn on the computer 1–6 Step 4: Set up the software 1–8 Step 5: Create recovery discs (recommended) 1–8 2 Quick tour Identifying required hardware 2–1 Top components 2–2 Front components 2–3 Left components 2–4 Right components 2–4 3 Next steps Protecting the computer 3–1 Protecting the computer from viruses 3–1 Protecting your system files 3–2 Protecting your privacy 3–2 Protecting the computer from power surges 3–2 Using the computer safely 3–3 Connecting to a computer network 3–5 Installing additional hardware and software 3–6 Identifying and installing hardware 3–6 Locating and installing software 3–6 Updating the software installed on the computer 3–7 Finding the user guides 3–8 Turning off the computer correctly 3–8 4 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources 4–1 Quick troubleshooting 4–2 The computer is unable to start up 4–2 The computer screen is blank 4–3 Software is functioning abnormally 4–4 The computer is turned on but not responding 4–4 The computer is unusually warm 4–5 An external device is not working 4–6 The home wireless network connection is not working 4–6 Help and Support Center 4–7 Contacting Customer Care 4–8 A Connect to the Internet from your home Choosing an ISP A–1Using the New Connection Wizard A–2Choosing the type of Internet connection A–2 B Backup and recovery Safeguarding your data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–1Backing up the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–1Backing up specific files or folders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–2Backing up the entire hard drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–3Backing up modifications made to the system . . . . . B–4Scheduling backups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–5 Contents Recovering the system B–5Creating recovery discs (highly recommended) B–6Performing a recovery B–8 C Specifications Operating environment C–1Rated input power C–2 Index 1 First-time setup Identifying required hardware To set up the computer for the first time, you will need the computer, the AC adapter, the power cord, and the primary battery. Note . Components included with the computer may vary by region and by model. This illustration shows the computer hardware, which icludes the AC Adapter, power cord, and primary battery pack. Component 1 Power cord 2 AC adapter 3 Primary battery Note . Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer or one approved for this computer. First-time setup Setting up the computer Computer setup involves the following tasks: 1. Inserting the battery into the computer. 2. Connecting the computer to external power Note . The battery begins to charge. 3. Turning on the computer. 4. Setting up the software. 5. Creating recovery discs (recommended) Note . Refer to Appendix B, “Backup and recovery,” for instructions. caution A CAUTION: Prevent file corruption and ensure correct driver installation by observing the following practices during the hardware and software setup procedures: bullet Do not unplug the computer from external power. bullet Do not shut down the computer or initiate standby or hibernation. Step 1: Insert the battery To insert a primary battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you. 2. Slide the battery 1 into the battery bay until it is seated. The battery release latches 2 automatically lock the battery into place. This illustration shows inserting the battery pack. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with battery bay toward you. Slide the battery pack into the battery bay until seated. The battery pack release latches automatically lock into place. First-time setup Step 2: Connect the computer to external power Note . Power cords and AC outlets vary in appearance by region and country. To connect the computer to external AC power: 1. Plug the AC adapter into the power connector 1 on the computer. 2. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter 2. 3. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet 3. This illustration shows connecting the computer to external power. Plug the AC adapter into the power co...

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