HP 430239-001 Next steps, Install additional hardware and software, Identify and install hardware

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Next steps

Install additional hardware and software

Identify and install hardware

To see a list of hardware installed on the computer:

1.Select Start > Computer > System properties.

2.In the left pane, click Device Manager.

✎Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Windows online Help for more information.

You can also add hardware or modify your device configurations using Device Manager.

To install additional hardware, such as an optional printer, follow the instructions provided by the hardware manufacturer to install the device and any required drivers.

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Contents Getting Started Page Contents Troubleshooting Index First-time setup Identify required hardwareComponent Set up the computer Refer to Appendix C, Backup and recovery, for instructionsInsert the battery Connect the computer to external power First-time setup Turn on the computer First-time setup Set up the software Create recovery discs recommended Identify and install hardware Install additional hardware and softwareNext steps Locate and install software Computer includes software that may beProtect the computer from viruses Protect the computerProtect your system files Protect the computer from power surges Protect your privacyUse the computer safely Next steps Connect to a computer network Update your software Locate the user guidesTurn off the computer correctly Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resourcesQuick troubleshooting Computer is unable to start upComputer screen is blank Software is functioning abnormally Computer is turned on but not responding Computer is unusually warm An external device is not working Home wireless network connection is not working Help and Support Customer CarePrepare to contact Customer Care Contact Customer Care by e-mail or telephoneGetting Started Top components Keys Pointing devices Wireless antennae select models only Front components Rear componentsRight-side components Left-side components Bottom components Connect to the Internet from your home Choose an ISPUse the New Connection Wizard Choose the type of Internet connection Backup and recovery Safeguard your dataBack up the system Back up specific files or foldersBack up the entire hard drive Back up modifications made to the system Schedule backups Recover the system Create recovery discs highly recommended To create a set of recovery discs Perform a recovery Performing a recovery from the recovery discsInitiating a recovery from the hard drive recovery partition Specifications Operating environmentRated input power Index Index Keys Embedded numeric keypad A-3 Regulatory, Safety Environmental Notices Index-5