HP dv4-1225dx manual Installing multimedia software from a disc

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Installing multimedia software from a disc

To install any multimedia software from a CD or DVD, follow these steps:

1.Insert the disc into the optical drive.

2.When the installation wizard opens, follow the on-screen instructions.

3.Restart the computer if you are prompted to do so.

NOTE: For details about using software included with the computer, refer to the software manufacturer’s instructions, which may be provided on disc, in the software Help, or on the manufacturer's Web site.

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Contents Multimedia Product notice Table of contents Webcam Troubleshooting Multimedia features Identifying your multimedia componentsMultimedia features Using the MediaSmart button Adjusting the volumeUsing the media activity functions Click the Notification Area tabUsing the media activity buttons Previous/rewind buttonUsing the media activity hotkeys Next/fast forward buttonUsing HP MediaSmart software Using other preinstalled multimedia softwareMultimedia software Installing multimedia software from a disc Connecting external audio devices AudioChecking your audio functions Select Start Control Panel Click Hardware and SoundSelect Start All Programs Accessories Sound Recorder Connecting an external monitor or projector VideoConnecting an Hdmi device Configuring the audio using HdmiSelect Start Computer System properties Watching TV select models only Select Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Sound iconPage Identifying the installed optical drive Using optical discsOptical drive Select Start ComputerSelecting the right disc CD-R discsCD-RW discs Playing music DVD±R discsDVD±RW discs LightScribe DVD+R discsWatching a movie Changing DVD region settings Creating or burning a CD or DVD Removing an optical disc CD or DVD Webcam Troubleshooting Optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD orComputer does not detect the optical drive Disc does not playDisc does not play automatically DVD movie stops, skips, or plays erraticallyDVD movie is not visible on an external display Page Select Start All Programs HP HP Update Click Security & UpdatesObtaining the latest HP device drivers Obtaining the latest Windows device driversPage Index DVD