Downloading Microsoft Windows updates

1.To set up your Internet connection, click Start > Internet Explorer and follow the instructions on the screen.

2.In Windows 7, POSReady 7, Windows XP, and POSReady 9, click Start > All Programs > Windows Update.

In Windows 7 and POSReady 7, the Windows Update screen appears. Click view available updates and make sure all critical updates are selected. Click the Install button and follow the instructions on the screen.

In Windows XP and POSReady 2009, you will be directed to the Microsoft Windows Update Web site. If you see one or more pop-up windows that ask you to install a program from http://www.microsoft.com, click Yes to install the program. Follow the instructions on the Microsoft Web site to scan for updates and install critical updates and service packs.

In Windows 8.x and Industry 8.1, point to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the Start screen to display the charms. Select Settings > Change PC Settings > Windows Update and follow the instructions on the screen.

It is recommended that you install all of the critical updates and service packs.

3.After the updates have been installed, Windows will prompt you to reboot the machine. Be sure to save any files or documents that you may have open before rebooting. Then select Yes to reboot the machine.

4.Run Windows Update monthly thereafter.

Installing or upgrading device drivers (Windows systems)

When installing optional hardware devices after the operating system installation is complete, you must also install the drivers for each of the devices.

If prompted for the i386 directory, replace the path specification with C:\i386, or use the Browse button in the dialog box to locate the i386 folder. This action points the operating system to the appropriate drivers.

Obtain the latest support software, including support software for the operating system from http://www.hp.com/support. Select your country and language, select Drivers & Downloads, enter the model number of the computer, and click the Go button.

Customizing the monitor display (Windows systems)

If you wish, you can select or change the monitor model, refresh rates, screen resolution, color settings, font sizes, and power management settings.

To change display settings in Windows XP, right-click on the Windows Desktop and select Properties.

To change display settings in Windows 7 and POSReady 7, right-click on the Windows Desktop and select Personalize.

In Windows 8.x and Industry 8.1, you can customize display settings for the Start screen and Desktop. To customize the Start screen, point to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the Start screen to display the charms. Select Settings > Change PC Settings > Personalize and change the

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