Swann 410769-001 manual Locate and install software, Computer includes software that may be

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Next steps

Locate and install software

The computer includes software that may be

■� Preinstalled on your hard drive. To see a list of the ready-to-use software preinstalled on the computer:

1.Click Start > All Programs.

2.Double-click the program you want to open.

■� Provided on a CD or DVD. To install a software program from a disc:

1.Insert the disc into your optical drive.

2.When the installation wizard opens, follow the on-screen instructions.

3.Restart the computer if prompted to do so.

■� Preloaded software. This is software provided on the hard drive, but not ready to use. To locate or install preloaded software or drivers:

1.Select Start > All Programs > Software Setup.

2.Follow the on-screen instructions and select the check box next to the software program or driver you want to install.

✎For details about using software included with the computer, refer to the software manufacturer’s instructions, which may be provided on disc, as online Help files, or on the manufacturer’s Web site.

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Contents Getting Started Page Contents Troubleshooting Index Identify required hardware First-time setupComponent Refer to Appendix C, Backup and recovery, for instructions Set up the computerInsert the battery Connect the computer to external power First-time setup Turn on the computer First-time setup Set up the software Create recovery discs recommended Next steps Install additional hardware and softwareIdentify and install hardware Computer includes software that may be Locate and install softwareProtect your system files Protect the computerProtect the computer from viruses Protect your privacy Protect the computer from power surgesUse the computer safely Next steps Connect to a computer network Locate the user guides Update your softwareTurn off the computer correctly Troubleshooting resources TroubleshootingComputer is unable to start up Quick troubleshootingComputer screen is blank Software is functioning abnormally Computer is turned on but not responding Computer is unusually warm An external device is not working Home wireless network connection is not working Help and Support Center Prepare to contact Customer Care Customer CareContact Customer Care by e-mail or telephone Getting Started Top components Keys Pointing devices Rear components Front componentsRight-side components Left-side components Bottom components Choose an ISP Connect to the Internet from your homeUse the New Connection Wizard Choose the type of Internet connection Back up the system Backup and recoverySafeguard your data Back up specific files or folders Back up the entire system Click Next to back up your entire hard drive Back up modifications made to the systemClick Expert Mode Click Schedule Backups Schedule backupsRecover the system Create recovery discs recommended Click Factory image recovery discs, and then click Next Performing a recovery from the recovery discs Perform a recoveryBackup and recovery Operating environment SpecificationsRated input power Index Windows applications A-3 Windows logo A-3 Index-3 Regulatory, Safety, and Envi ronmental Notices Index-5