HP tc4400 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 Internet Security software is preinstalled on the computer (select models only). For information about using and updating your Norton Internet Security 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 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 Next steps Install additional hardware and softwareIdentify and install hardware Computer includes software that may be Locate or install softwareProtect your system files Protect the computerProtect the computer from viruses 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