Swann 410769-001 manual

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Getting Started

HP Compaq Notebook Series

First Edition: April 2006

Document Part Number: 410769-001

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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 Next steps Install additional hardware and softwareIdentify and install hardware Locate and install software Computer includes software that may beProtect your system files Protect the computerProtect the computer from viruses 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 Back up the system Backup and recoverySafeguard your data 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