HP SR1460UK, a1005.uk manual Turning Off the PC, Using Windows Update, Standby Mode, Click Turn Off

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Using Windows Update

Using Windows Update

The Microsoft Windows XP operating system has a Windows Update software program that scans your PC, identifies necessary updates, and helps you to download them. Install critical updates to maintain your PC security and operation.

To open Windows Update, click Start on the taskbar, click Help and Support, and then click Windows Update. Your PC must be connected to the Internet to display the Windows Update home page. Click Yes if you are prompted to install required software or controls. Click Scan for Available Updates, and follow the onscreen instructions.

Turning Off the PC

NOTE: For information about the Start button, see “Using the Start Menu” on page 23.

For best results, turn off the PC using Windows without pressing any buttons on the

PC chassis.

1Close any open software programs. To close programs, click the X at the upper-right corner of each program window.

2Click Start on the taskbar.

3Click Turn Off Computer, at the bottom of the menu.

4Click Turn Off.

5Turn off the monitor.

As an alternative to turning off the PC, you can put the PC in either standby or hibernation mode. To conserve power, you can set the power management timers to put the PC automatically into standby, and then hibernation. See the following sections for more information on putting your PC in standby or hibernation mode.

Standby Mode

When the PC is in standby mode, it goes into a low-power state, and the monitor is blank, as if it is turned off. The advantages of using standby mode include:

•You save time and electricity without having to wait for the PC to go through the normal startup routine when you wake it again. The next time you use the PC, any programs, folders and documents that were open before you put the PC in standby are available.

•Your PC can receive faxes while in standby mode, if you set it to do so.

•Your PC can retrieve e-mail messages and download information from the Internet automatically, if you set it to do so.

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Contents PC Basics Guide The information in this document is subject to change without notice Table of Contents Introducing the PCIntroducing the Software Using the InternetManaging Files Uninstalling Programs Improving PC PerformanceIndex Cleaning Up Your Hard Disk Drivevi PC Basics Guide Introducing the PC PC Base ComponentsAdditional PC Base Components PC OperationExternal PC Components Using Virus Protection Programs Using a Power Surge SuppressorProtecting Your PC Standby Mode Using Windows UpdateTurning Off the PC 4 Click Turn Off2 Click Turn Off Computer 3 Click Stand By Hibernation Mode2 Click Turn Off Computer Automatic Standby or Hibernation 3 Click Performance and Maintenance, if it is presentRestarting the PC 2 Click Control PanelUsing the Mouse Using the Mouse ButtonsClick means to press the left button on the mouse once ScrollingAutoscrolling Double-click means to press the left button on the mouse two A5 Tick Switch primary and secondary buttons on the Buttons tab Using the KeyboardSwitching Mouse Button Functions PanningAlphanumeric Keys Standard Keyboard FeaturesKeyboard Shortcuts Function KeysArrow Keys Edit KeysNumeric Keys Volume Control Keyboard IndicatorsSpecial Keyboard Buttons Media Control Keys Adjusting the Monitora ef Cables You May Need Using a TV as a MonitorUsing Speakers Viewing the PC Image on Your TV ScreenUsing a Microphone Adjusting Speaker VolumeAdjusting Microphone Volume 3 In Adjust volume for, click RecordingHandling CDs and DVDs Using Media DrivesUsing Your CD and DVD Drives Inserting and Removing CDs and DVDs3 Gently place the disc in the tray with the label facing up Using a Diskette Floppy Drive Using a Printer20 PC Basics Guide Introducing the Software Using the DesktopLearning More about Software Removing Desktop Icons Retrieving Desktop IconsOrganising Your All Programs List Using the Start MenuUsing the All Programs Menu 2 Choose All ProgramsUsing the Control Panel Control PanelResizing Windows FeatureWorking with Digital Images Managing Files Organising Files with Folders3 Under File and Folder Tasks, click Make a new folder Moving FilesCreating Folders 3 Click Move this file3 Under File and Folder Tasks, click Copy this file Copying FilesFinding Files 2 Under what do you want to search for?, click All files and foldersGetting Files Out of the Recycle Bin Renaming FilesDeleting Files RenameConnecting to the Internet Using the InternetConnecting the Modem Setting Up the Ethernet Connection About the InternetUsing a Browser Restricting Internet Content Searching the Internet2 Click Network and Internet Connections, if it is present Sending and Receiving E-Mail3 Double-click Internet Options If Using Outlook Express Sending E-Mail Messages with Outlook ExpressIf Your ISP Provides the E-Mail Program Receiving E-Mail Messages with Outlook Express38 PC Basics Guide Increasing Available Hard Disk Drive Space 4 Double-click Administrative ToolsImproving PC Performance Viewing the Amount of Used and Free Disk SpaceEmptying the Recycle Bin Uninstalling ProgramsCleaning Up Your Hard Disk Drive 2 Click Control Panel 3 Double-click Add or Remove ProgramsConsolidating Scattered Files and Folders 3 Click DefragmentFixing Hard Disk Drive Errors 4 Click Check NowIndex 44 PC Basics Guide

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