HP a1742n, a1712n, a1709n, a1700n, a1767c, a1530a Using surge protection, Connecting to the computer

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Using surge protection

Help protect your monitor, computer, and accessories by connecting all power cords for your computer and peripheral devices (such as a monitor, printer, or scanner) to a surge protection device such as a power strip with surge protection or an uninterruptible power supply (UPS). Many surge protection devices have surge protection inputs and outputs for modem or telephone lines. Telephone lines are a common path for lightning spikes to get into your system. Some surge protection devices have surge protection for television cable connections as well. Use those if your computer has a television tuner installed.

Not all power strips provide surge protection; the power strip must be specifically labeled as having this capability. Use a power strip whose manufacturer offers a damage replacement policy that replaces your equipment if surge protection fails.

Connecting to the computer

Connect your main hardware devices, such as the monitor, keyboard, and mouse, to the back of the computer. Other peripheral devices, such as a printer, scanner, or camera, also plug into connectors on the back of your computer. Some computers also have connectors on the front of the computer. The table shows some, but not all, connectors.

NOTE: The location, availability, and number of connectors on your computer may vary.

Connector

Icon/label

Description and function

 

 

 

Mouse (PS/2 connector)

Keyboard (PS/2 connector)

Universal Serial Bus (USB) for mouse, keyboard, digital cameras, or other devices with USB connectors

Printer (parallel)

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Contents Start Here USA Table of Contents Connecting the Television Signal and Video Cables Getting Help IndexVi Start Here Putting Your Computer Together Placing the computer in the proper locationConnector Icon/label Description and function Using surge protectionConnecting to the computer Connector Icon/label Description and function Rear speaker out Center/subwoofer Connector Icon/label Description and function Line Rear black connector to connect rear speakers Connector Icon/label VGAConnecting a Digital Camera Photo or Video Connecting Other Devices Setting Up a Local Area Network Click the Display SettingsSetting Up Your Computer Setting Up a Wired Ethernet Connection Integrated Wireless DevicesConnecting the Wireless LAN Device Select models onlyChecking the wireless LAN device installation Using wireless security featuresConnecting a Modem Getting Started guideStart Here Connecting Speakers or Microphone Using SpeakersSound Connector Types Sound Connector Illustration TypeSound connector Type 3 Type 6 Type S Description Line Out lime green for front speakersName Speaker system See Connecting a MicrophoneSpeaker Configurations Speaker types Name Speaker systemConnecting 2/2.1 Two Speakers and a Subwoofer Audio Speakers Connecting 4.1 Four Speakers and a Subwoofer Audio Speakers Connecting 5.1 Five Speakers and a Subwoofer Audio Speakers Connecting Speakers or Microphone Connecting 7.1 Seven Speakers and a Subwoofer Audio Speakers Connecting Speakers or Microphone Connecting the Computer to a Home Audio System Adapter cablesHome stereo installation Computer to 2.1 multichannel audio system connectionComputer to 5.1 multichannel audio system connection Home audio installationHome audio installation procedure Connecting Speakers or Microphone Computer to 7.1 multichannel audio system connection Home audio installation procedure Connecting Digital Audio Connecting Speakers or Microphone Connecting the speakers Connector DescriptionConnecting the FlexiJack connector Start Here Using TV Cables Audio and Video CablesCable Name Description Connecting the TV Signal Source Connecting a dual tuner TV Tuner Description RequirementsConnecting the Remote Sensor Wall to VCR to TV, using coaxial cable Existing setup Setting the computer with a splitter Start Here Connecting the Television Signal and Video Cables Connecting the computer to a TV Using Your TV as a MonitorCables for connecting the computer to a TV Adjusting the screen resolution Click the Display Settings tabClick Display Settings Viewing the computer desktop on a TV screenConnecting more than one display Disabling the TV-out Option Disconnecting the TVClick the Advanced Settings button Connecting to a Monitor or High-Definition TV Choosing the AV connection to useCable Port Connection description Connecting an Hdmi device HdmiConnecting a DVI device Connector on the Computer Connector on the ComputerConnecting to a Standard TV Connecting to component videoConnecting to S-video Start Here Click All Programs Click User Guides Finding Onscreen GuidesFinding Guides on the Web Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center Using the PC Help & Tools FolderUsing HP Connections or Compaq Connections Click All Programs Click PC Help & ToolsGetting messages Turning off messagesReactivating messages Index Connecting 43 Remote IR cable Index Part number
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