HP CQ56-134CA, CQ56-110US, CQ56-100XX, CQ56-104CA, CQ56-112NR manual Welcome, Finding information

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●Finding information

After you set up and register the computer, take the following steps:

●Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the Internet. For more information, refer to Networking on page 14.

●Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. Refer to Getting to know your computer on page 3 and Pointing devices and keyboard on page 21 for additional information.

●Find installed software—Access a list of the software preinstalled on the computer. Select Computer > More Applications. The list of preinstalled software is displayed.

NOTE: For details about using the software included with the computer, select Computer > Help. You can also refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software or on the manufacturer's website.

●Update programs and drivers—Update your programs and drivers with the latest versions on a regular basis. When your computer is registered, it will automatically be updated with the latest versions. When you register, you can choose to receive automatic notifications when updates become available. The automatic notifications for operating system updates are available for 90 days. You can also go to http://www.hp.com/support to download updates from HP.

Finding information

The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks.

Resources

For information about

 

 

Quick Setup poster

● How to set up the computer

 

● How to identify computer components

 

 

 

Linux Help

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Computer software

To access the Linux Help, select Computer > Help.

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Computer settings

 

● Connecting to the Internet

 

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Computer utilities

Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices To access the notices, select Computer > Help.

●Regulatory and safety information

●Battery disposal information

Finding information

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Contents
HP Notebook User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Multimedia Memory modules Security Appendix B Routine care Finding information WelcomeWelcome Getting to know your computer Top TouchPadLights Top Button and speakers Keys Right side Left side Display Wireless antennas Bottom Additional hardware Networking Using an Internet service provider ISP Creating a wireless connection Identifying wireless and network status iconsUsing a Wlan Turning wireless devices on and offSetting up a new Wlan Connecting to an existing WlanRoaming to another network Protecting your WlanConnecting to a local area network LAN Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models onlyPage Pointing devices and keyboard Using the keyboardFunction Action key Setting pointing device preferences Using the TouchPadMultimedia Using the media activity controlsAudio Adjusting the volume Webcam select models onlyChecking your audio functions VGA VideoShutting down the computer Power managementUsing power-saving states Setting power optionsUsing battery power Using the Power iconUsing power management Displaying the remaining battery charge Inserting or removing the battery Charging a battery Managing low battery levels Maximizing battery lifeStoring a battery Conserving battery powerUsing external AC power Disposing of a used batteryReplacing the battery Testing an AC adapter Handling drives DrivesRemoving the hard drive Replacing or upgrading the hard driveInstalling the hard drive Page Identifying the installed optical drive Using optical drives select models onlyPlaying a CD Removing a CDPage Using a USB device Connecting a USB deviceExternal devices Using a USB device Using optional external devices Using optional external drivesRemoving a USB device Memory modules Page Page Page Using passwords SecurityProtecting the computer Operating system passwords Function Setting passwords in the operating systemBackup and Recovery Performing a system recovery Backing up your information Starting Setup Utility Setup Utility BiosUsing Setup Utility Changing the language of Setup UtilityRestoring factory default settings in Setup Utility Exiting Setup UtilityDisplaying system information Troubleshooting Troubleshooting and supportComputer is unable to start up Computer screen is blankComputer is on but not responding Software is functioning abnormallyComputer is unusually warm An external device is not workingOptical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD Wireless network connection is not workingComputer does not detect the optical drive Disc does not playMovie is not visible on an external display Contacting customer support Component LabelsRoutine care Cleaning the display Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Specifications Input powerOperating environment Appendix C Specifications Electrostatic discharge LAN USB IndexWlan
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