HP 430239-001 manual Next steps

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ÅWARNING: To avoid potential discomfort or burns, do not block the air vents or place the computer on your lap for extended periods. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin for extended periods during operation. The computer is designed to run demanding programs at full power. As a result of increased power consumption, it is normal for the computer and the AC adapter to feel warm or hot when used continuously. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).

ÅWARNING: To reduce potential safety issues, only the AC adapter or battery provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from HP should be used with the computer.

For more safety and regulatory information, and for battery disposal information, refer to Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices located in Help and Support. To access this document, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides.

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Contents Getting Started Page Contents Troubleshooting Index Identify required hardware First-time setupComponent Refer to Appendix C, Backup and recovery, for instructions Set up the computerInsert 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 Install additional hardware and software Identify and install hardwareNext steps Computer includes software that may be Locate and install softwareProtect the computer Protect the computer from virusesProtect your system files Protect your privacy Protect the computer from power surgesUse the computer safely Next steps Connect to a computer network Locate the user guides Update your softwareTurn off the computer correctly Troubleshooting resources TroubleshootingComputer is unable to start up Quick troubleshootingComputer 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 Customer Care Help and SupportContact Customer Care by e-mail or telephone Prepare to contact Customer CareGetting Started Top components Keys Pointing devices Wireless antennae select models only Rear components Front componentsRight-side components Left-side components Bottom components Choose an ISP Connect to the Internet from your homeUse the New Connection Wizard Choose the type of Internet connection Safeguard your data Backup and recoveryBack up specific files or folders Back up the systemBack 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 Performing a recovery from the recovery discs Perform a recoveryInitiating a recovery from the hard drive recovery partition Operating environment SpecificationsRated input power Index Index Keys Embedded numeric keypad A-3 Regulatory, Safety Environmental Notices Index-5