HP 3111000NR manual Multimedia software, Using preinstalled multimedia software

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If the Volume icon is not displayed in the notification area, follow these steps to add it:

a.Select Start > Control Panel > Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices > Sounds and Audio Devices > Volume tab.

b.Select the Place volume icon in the taskbar check box.

c.Click Apply.

●Program volume control:

Volume can also be adjusted within some programs.

Multimedia software

Your computer includes preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play music, watch movies, and view pictures.

Using preinstalled multimedia software

To locate other preinstalled multimedia software:

▲Select Start > All Programs, and then open the multimedia program you want to use. For example, if you want to use Windows Media Player (select models only), click Windows Media Player.

NOTE: Some programs may be located in subfolders.

Installing multimedia software from the Internet

▲To install multimedia software from the Internet, go to the software manufacturer’s Web site and follow the instructions.

NOTE: Software downloaded from the Internet may contain viruses. Refer to the “Security” chapter for more information.

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Contents Mini User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Multimedia Power management Software updates Hardware features Identifying the hardwareTop components TouchPadLights Component DescriptionPanel System and Security Power Options ButtonsFront components KeysRight-side components Left-side components Display components Bottom components Wireless antennas Identifying the labels Additional hardware componentsPage Using HP QuickWeb software select models only Wireless and local area network Using wireless devicesIdentifying wireless and network status icons Using the wireless controlsUsing the wireless button Using HP Connection Manager software select models only Using Wireless Assistant software select models onlyUsing operating system controls Using a Wlan Setting up a WlanProtecting your Wlan Connecting to a Wlan Use a wireless transmitter with built-in securityUsing HP Mobile Broadband select models only Roaming to another networkInserting a SIM Using Bluetooth wireless devices Removing a SIMTroubleshooting wireless connection problems Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICSCannot create a Wlan connection Cannot connect to a preferred network Current network security codes are unavailableConnecting to a local area network LAN Cannot connect to the wireless routerWlan connection is very weak Page Multimedia features MultimediaIdentifying your multimedia components Multimedia Adjusting the volume Using preinstalled multimedia software Installing multimedia software from the InternetMultimedia software Connecting external audio devices AudioChecking your audio functions Page Connecting an external monitor or projector Connecting an Hdmi deviceVideo Configuring audio for Hdmi select models only Webcam Identifying installed drives Drives and external devicesDrives Handling drivesUsing Disk Defragmenter Using Disk CleanupImproving hard drive performance Replacing the hard drive in the hard drive bay Page Using external drives Connecting optional external drives Sharing optical drivesUsing a USB device Connecting a USB deviceExternal devices Removing a USB deviceUsing Digital Media Slot cards Inserting a digital cardStopping and removing a digital card Memory modules Page Page Page Setting pointing device preferences Using pointing devicesUsing the keyboard Pointing devices and keyboardInitiating Standby Function HotkeySwitching the screen image Decreasing screen brightnessIncreasing screen brightness Initiating QuickLockDecreasing speaker volume Increasing speaker volumeMuting speaker sound Power management Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting StandbyUsing power schemes Initiating and exiting HibernationViewing the current scheme Using external AC power Setting password protection upon exiting StandbySelecting a different power scheme Customizing power schemesUsing battery power Connecting the AC adapterDisplaying the remaining battery charge Inserting or removing the batteryCharging a battery Maximizing battery discharge time Managing low battery levelsIdentifying low battery levels Page Calibrating a battery Resolving a low battery levelFully charge the battery Disable Hibernation and Standby Discharge the batteryConserving battery power Storing a batteryFully recharge the battery Reenable Hibernation and StandbyDisposing of a used battery Shutting down the computerUsing passwords SecurityProtecting the computer Passwords set in Windows Passwords set in Setup UtilityAdministrator password Power-on passwordManaging a power-on password Using antivirus software Using firewall software Installing critical updates Software updates Updating the Bios Determining the Bios versionDownloading a Bios update Page Updating programs and drivers Setup Utility Starting Setup UtilityUsing Setup Utility Changing the language of Setup UtilityRestoring default settings in Setup Utility Exiting Setup UtilityDisplaying system information Setup Utility menus System Configuration menuMain menu Security menuDiagnostics menu Index VGALabels Wlan