HP n400c manual Setting Up the Software, Read the following guidelines, then set up the software

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Hardware and Software Setup

Setting Up the Software

Read the following guidelines, then set up the software:

ÄCAUTION: To prevent file corruption and ensure that the correct drivers install during initial setup:

Do not unplug the computer from the electrical outlet

Do not shut down the computer.

Do not remove or insert a drive.

When you begin software setup, online instructions guide

you through the setup process.

After you have begun software setup, you must complete the entire process. Setup time varies by computer configuration.

If you are prompted to select a language or operating system, choose carefully.

The languages and operating systems that you do not choose will be deleted from the system and cannot be restored during initial setup. An operating system available during initial setup is enhanced by Compaq. When an operating system is deleted, the enhancements are also deleted.

You may be prompted to accept the Product Key.

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Contents Hardware Guide Hardware Guide First Edition April Part Number Contents Battery Packs External Device Connections Specifications Hardware and Software Setup Setting up the HardwareHardware and Software Setup Hardware Guide Hardware and Software Setup Hardware Guide Setting Up the Software Read the following guidelines, then set up the softwareAfter Software Setup Hardware and Software Setup Look at the Computer Front Panel ComponentsFront Panel Components Top Components Top ComponentsLight, Button, or Component Function Top Components Top Components Right Side Components Right Side ComponentsDevice for wireless communication Left Side Components Left Side ComponentsLeft Side Components Bottom Components Bottom ComponentsBottom Components Rear Panel Components Rear Panel ComponentsAdditional Standard Components Additional Standard Components Additional Standard Components Look at the Computer Using the TouchPad TouchPad Models Keyboard and Pointing DevicesUsing the Pointing Stick Pointing Stick Models Using Hotkeys and Shortcut Keys Fn KeyHotkeys Hotkey and Shortcut Key Procedures Shortcut KeysAdjust System Volume Fn+F5 Set Power Conservation Level Fn+F7 Stretch Text Fn+T Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad Enabling the Numeric KeypadDisabling the Numeric Keypad Converting the Numeric Keypad Keys to Standard KeysEnabling the Numeric Keypad at Startup Using the Easy Access Buttons Keyboard and Pointing Devices Battery Packs Charging Battery PacksUsing a New Battery Pack Replacing a Battery Pack Replacing the Primary Battery PackBattery Packs Hardware Guide Replacing an Optional External Battery Pack Hardware Guide Battery Packs Hardware Guide Storing a Battery Pack Recycling a Used Battery PackDrives Caring for DrivesRemoving a Hard Drive Drives Hardware Guide Drives Hardware Guide Changing the Startup Sequence with MultiBoot Inserting a Hard DriveEnabling Bootable Media and Devices for MultiBoot Using the Default Search Sequence Hardware Guide Selecting a MultiBoot Utility Planning Changes to the Startup SequenceChanging the Startup Sequence Computer Setup Setting a Continuing Startup SequenceSetting the MultiBoot Express Prompt Responding to the Express Boot MenuChanging the Startup Sequence Compaq Computer Security Drives Using Audio Features Audio and VideoConnecting a Stereo Speaker/Headphone Audio ComponentsConnecting a Microphone Adjusting VolumeUsing Video Features Connecting a Device to the Composite Video-Out Jack Changing the Video Mode Connecting an External Monitor External Device ConnectionsConnecting a Video Device Connecting a Serial PrinterConnecting a Parallel Printer Connecting Infrared EquipmentInfrared Connection Guidelines Infrared Configuration Guidelines Enabling the Infrared PortConnecting USB Equipment Connecting a Docking BaseAttaching a Mobile Expansion Unit Connecting a Modem or NIC Connecting to Wireless DevicesExternal Device Connections Computer Upgrades and Add-ons Before Removing or Installing ComponentsUpgrading Memory Removing and Inserting a Memory Expansion Board Computer Upgrades and Add-ons Hardware Guide Installing a Memory Expansion Board on the System Board Hardware Guide Computer Upgrades and Add-ons Hardware Guide Removing a Memory Expansion Board Upgrading or Adding a Modem or NIC Computer Upgrades and Add-ons Hardware Guide Computer Upgrades and Add-ons Hardware Guide Adding and Using PC Cards Configuring a PC CardInserting a PC Card Removing a PC Card Conserving Energy Installing Additional Device Drivers Attaching the Mobile Expansion UnitDocking Bases Using an External Diskette Drive Connecting the External Diskette DriveAdding a Second Battery Pack Adding Wireless DevicesDisconnecting the External Diskette Drive Upgrading the Hard DriveSpecifications Regulatory Agency Series NumbersAgency Series Numbers Computer Dimensions Operating EnvironmentRated Power Input Port and COM Port SettingsModem Specifications COM2Index Index Hardware Guide USB