HP a300n, a307x manual Using a browser

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Click Start, choose All Programs, choose Online Services, and click Internet Explorer.

Use Easy Internet Sign-up (available on select models only) to sign up for a new or an existing ISP account; see “signing up for a new or an existing isp account using easy internet sign-up“ on page 33. The software programs for available ISPs are part of your PC.

The Windows desktop may have a folder called Online Services, which includes icons for accessing various online services. These icons are part of the Windows operating system, but they are not functional in all countries/regions.

signing up for a new or an existing isp account using easy internet sign-up

Using Easy Internet Sign-up (available on select models only) you can:

Sign up for a new Internet account.

Set up an existing account.

Read about Internet access using a LAN (Local Area Network), cable modem, or DSL (Digital Subscriber Line).

If you decide to use a DSL or cable Internet connection, contact your ISP for any specific software and hardware you may need.

To open Easy Internet Sign-up:

Double-click the Easy Internet Sign-upicon on the desktop.

Or

1Click Start on the taskbar.

2Choose All Programs. Choose Online Services.

3Click Easy Internet Sign-up.

Follow the onscreen instructions.

NOTE: Your modem cable must be connected to the telephone service line in order for Easy Internet Sign-up to find and obtain updated information about services.

NOTE: If you are using MSN or AOL and have questions, refer to the information in Easy Internet Sign-up or contact the ISP directly.

using a browser

A Web browser program searches for, finds, and displays Web site information. How you explore the Internet depends on whether you are using an ISP that provides the browser or an ISP that allows you to use any browser.

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Contents User’s guide USA Table of contents Using the internet Troubleshooting Using application recovery and system recovery Index 145 Viii user’s guide Finding answers to commonly asked questions Safety information Putting your pc together Setting up your pcSafety and comfort Pc back Computer safety warningSerial Connector Symbol DescriptionPc front Other ways to connect Connecting the modemUpgrading your 56k modem Setting up the ethernet connectionTurning on your pc for the first time Turning off the pc Registering your pcHibernation mode Standby modeClick Turn Off Computer Automatic standby or hibernationHp products work better together Making recovery cds/dvdsInstalling software and hardware devices Beginning to use your software Learning the basicsIcon Opens Use it to Using the desktopUsing the start menu Learning to use your pc Using hp organize softwareOrganizing your all programs list Using the all programs menuUsing pc help & tools Using the mousePanning ScrollingAutoscrolling Switching mouse button functions Using the keyboardChanging mouse pointer speed About your keyboardInternet keyboard Standard keyboard Alphanumeric keys Wireless keyboard setStandard keyboard features Arrow keys Function keysEdit keys Numeric keys Keyboard indicatorsSpecial keyboard buttons Icon Name DescriptionUser Key Icon Feature DescriptionPhoto MusicCD/DVD/MP3 Media control keysCustomizing the buttons Adjusting the monitor Using a printer About the internet Using the internetSetting up your internet account Using a browser Searching the internet Restricting internet contentSending and receiving e-mail If using outlook expressReceiving e-mail messages with outlook express If your isp provides the e-mail programSending e-mail messages with outlook express Instant support Getting helpHelp and support center Turning off messages Using updates from hpGetting messages Warranty & support guide Resolving problemsRe-enabling messages Upgrading and servicing the pcMicrosoft windows xp operating system Online guidesWeb sites about your pc Working with sound, pictures, and video Using speakersConnecting a multi-channel speaker system to your pc Adjusting speaker volumeConnect speaker plugs for To PC Connector Icon Speaker Mode Configuring the multi-channel sound managerConfiguring multi-channel audio output for the dvd player Using a microphone Using the microphone with multi-channel audio Adjusting microphone volumeWorking with digital images Using hp image zoneProjects in Help Tab or button DescriptionAbout the 7-in-1 memory card reader Using the 7-in-1 memory card readerSpecial note about the safely remove hardware utility Card Slot ReaderCard Insert Into 4-slot reader Slot memory card readerYour drive options Using your cd, dvd, and diskette drivesCard Insert Into 2-slot reader Drive What it doesInserting and removing cds and dvds Handling cds/dvdsUsing the combo drive Playing music cds with musicmatch jukebox Using the diskette floppy drivePlaying cds and dvds Playing cds and dvds with windows media player Dvd terms Playing dvd movies with the intervideo windvd playerClick InterVideo WinDVD Player Using country/region codesGetting started with recordnow Creating burning cds with recordnowCreating a data cd Creating a music cdCreating burning music cds with windows media player Creating burning data cds using windows xp programCables you may need Creating burning dvds using the dvd writer driveUsing a tv as a monitor Connecting to a tv set Viewing the pc image on your tv screen Disabling the tv option Using your multi-storage bayDisconnecting the tv Docking a peripheral device Storing cds, dvds, or memoryPlacing a peripheral device on the multi-storage bay top Using the optional camera station pc top Writer Hp dvd Bay expansion User’s guide Taking care of your pc Protecting your pc from power surgesUsing virus protection programs Unavailable hard disk drive space Increasing available hard disk drive spaceViewing the amount of used and free disk space Uninstalling programsEmptying the recycle bin Removing desktop icons Cleaning up your hard disk driveTroubleshooting Audio Symptom Problem SolutionClick Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices, if it is DevicesManager button Click Performance and Maintenance, if it isCd-rom, cd-rw, dvd-rom, or dvd writer drive Diskette floppy drive select models only Display monitor End Task Hardware installationHard disk drive Hardware tab Click Start and choose Control PanelInternet access Keyboard and mouse Click Turn Off Computer MemoryMulti-storage bay Power Miscellaneous Using application recovery and system recovery Using application recovery and system recoveryUser’s guide Using application recovery and system recovery Creating recovery cds/dvds To run the recovery cd-dvd creator program Using recovery cd-dvd creatorRecovery program Using the recovery tools cdSystem restore To start system restore Application recoveryStarting system recovery if the pc is responding System recoveryStarting system recovery using recovery discs Starting system recovery if the pc is not respondingSystem recovery using recovery discs To run system recovery program using recovery discs Upgrading and servicing the pc User’s guide Upgrading and servicing the pc 1 Preparing the pc Opening and closing the pcBefore opening the pc After closing the pcReplacing the side panel Removing the side panelLocating components inside the pc Removing the front panel Replacing the front panel Removing and replacing drives Removing an optical drive Installing an optical driveCS SL MA Upgrading and servicing the pc 1 User’s guide Removing the preinstalled hard drive Slave Replacing the preinstalled hard drive Installing a second hard drive Slave User’s guide Removing a second hard drive Adding memory About installing ddr dimmsRemoving a memory module Add-in cards Installing a memory moduleRemoving an add-in card Installing an add-in cardReplacing the battery BB B Chassis Chassis features of the pcAlways replace the cover before turning on the system Opening the computerBefore you begin Removing the side panel Removing the fan duct Removing the drive cage User’s guide Dimms Dimm Ddr dimmsDimm DDR Dimm Installing add-in cards Upgrading and servicing the pc 2 If the new card or device isn’t working What is plug and play?Adding and removing drives Replacing the diskette drive Upgrading and servicing the pc 2 Replacing the optical drive Upgrading and servicing the pc 2 Chassis I and Chassis Chassis I and Chassis II only User’s guide Replacing the battery Closing the computer Replacing the drive cage User’s guide Replacing the fan duct Replacing the side panel CD/DVD IndexDVD Reinstalling, 93 operating system help Pointer speed, adjusting, 21 power management settings Speakers, 41 multi-channel User’s guide
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