Swann 410769-001 manual Protect the computer from viruses, Protect your system files

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Protect the computer

The information in this section is designed to protect the computer from damage caused by a virus, a security breach, a power surge, or unsafe operation.

Protect the computer from viruses

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

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

Norton AntiVirus is preinstalled on the computer. For information about using the Norton AntiVirus software, click Start > All Programs > Norton Internet Security > Help and Support.

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

Protect your system files

The HP Backup and Recovery Manager provides several ways to back up the system and to recover optimal system functionality. Refer to Appendix C, “Backup and recovery,” for additional information.

Getting Started

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Contents Getting Started Page Contents Troubleshooting Index First-time setup Identify required hardwareComponent Set up the computer Refer to Appendix C, Backup and recovery, for instructionsInsert 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 Install additional hardware and software Identify and install hardwareNext steps Locate and install software Computer includes software that may beProtect the computer Protect the computer from virusesProtect your system files Protect the computer from power surges Protect your privacyUse the computer safely Next steps Connect to a computer network Update your software Locate the user guidesTurn off the computer correctly Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resourcesQuick troubleshooting Computer is unable to start upComputer 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 Customer Care Prepare to contact Customer CareContact Customer Care by e-mail or telephone Getting Started Top components Keys Pointing devices Front components Rear componentsRight-side components Left-side components Bottom components Connect to the Internet from your home Choose an ISPUse the New Connection Wizard Choose the type of Internet connection Backup and recovery Safeguard your dataBack up the system Back up specific files or folders Back up the entire system Back up modifications made to the system Click Next to back up your entire hard driveSchedule backups Click Expert Mode Click Schedule BackupsRecover the system Create recovery discs recommended Click Factory image recovery discs, and then click Next Perform a recovery Performing a recovery from the recovery discsBackup and recovery Specifications Operating environmentRated input power Index Windows applications A-3 Windows logo A-3 Index-3 Regulatory, Safety, and Envi­ ronmental Notices Index-5