HP tc4400 manual Set up the software

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First-time setup

Step 4: Set up the software

After the computer is turned on, it will go through a brief software setup. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the software. Note the following:

■� After you respond to the setup prompt, you must complete the entire setup process without interruption. Setup time varies.

■� During software setup, the computer may pause periodically for several minutes. These normal pauses are indicated by an hourglass icon.

ÄCAUTION: If you are prompted to select an operating system language before the Welcome to Windows page is displayed, choose carefully. On some models, the languages that you do not choose are deleted from the system and cannot be restored during software setup.

✎To register the operating system and the computer, you must be connected to the Internet. For more information about connecting to the Internet, refer to Appendix B, “Connect to the Internet from your home,” in this guide. If you do not register during software setup, you can do so at any time after software setup is complete

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Contents Getting Started Page Contents Troubleshooting Index Identify required hardware First-time setupComponents Set up the computer Insert the battery pack Connect the computer to external power Turn on the computer First-time setup Set up the software Create recovery discs recommended Identify and install hardware Install additional hardware and softwareNext steps Computer includes software that may be Locate or install softwareProtect the computer from viruses Protect the computerProtect your system files Protect your privacy Protect the computer from power surgesUse the computer safely 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 Computer is turned on but not responding Software is functioning abnormallyComputer is unusually warm An external device is not working Home wireless network connection is not workingCustomer Care Help and Support CenterContact Customer Care by e-mail or telephone Prepare to contact Customer CareGetting Started Top components Keys Component Pointing devicesFingerprint reader Wireless antennae Front components Rear components Left-side components Right-side components Bottom components Choose an ISP Connect to the Internet from your homeUse the New Connection Wizard Choose the type of Internet connection Safeguard your data Backup and recoveryBack up specific files or folders Back up the systemBack up the entire system Click Next to back up your entire hard drive Back up modifications made to the system Click 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 Index Index-3 Safety and Comfort Guide 2-5 security cable slot A-8 Index-5