HP 435816-001 manual Connect to the Internet from your home, Choosing an ISP

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Connect to the Internet from your home

The computer includes hardware and software that allows you to connect to the Internet. Before you can access the Internet, you must choose an Internet service provider (ISP) and choose the type of Internet connection you want, such as broadband (wired or wireless) or dial-up.

✎Internet hardware and software features vary depending on the computer model and your location.

Choosing an ISP

You must set up Internet service before you can connect to the Internet. The computer includes the New Connection Wizard to help you set up a new Internet account or configure the computer to use an existing account.

Getting Started

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Contents Getting Started Page Contents Next steps Index Identifying required hardware First-time setupComponent Refer to Appendix B, Backup and recovery, for instructions Setting up the computerInsert the battery Connect the computer to external power Turn on the computer First-time setup Create recovery discs recommended Set up the softwareQuick tour Top components Front components Left-side components ComponentComponent Right-side componentsRear components Bottom components Wireless antennae select models only Next steps Protecting the computerProtecting the computer from viruses Protecting the computer from power surges Protecting your system filesProtecting your privacy Using the computer safely Next steps Connecting to a computer network Installing additional hardware and software Identifying and installing hardwareLocating and installing software Select Start All Programs Software Setup Updating the software installed on the computerTurning off the computer correctly Finding the user guidesNext steps Troubleshooting resources TroubleshootingComputer is unable to start up Quick troubleshootingComputer screen is blank Computer is turned on but not responding Software is functioning abnormallyComputer is unusually warm Wlan connection is not working An external device is not workingHelp and Support Contacting technical support Choosing an ISP Connect to the Internet from your homeChoosing the type of Internet connection Using the New Connection WizardConnect to the Internet from your home Creating recovery discs Backup and recoveryBacking up your information When to back upBack up suggestions Backing up the entire hard drive Backing up specific files or foldersCreating recovery points Scheduling backups Performing a recovery from the recovery discs Performing a recoveryInitiating a recovery in Windows Performing a recovery from the hard driveOperating environment SpecificationsRated input power Index Index Regulatory, Safety and Envi ronmental Notices Index-4