Using a Diskette Floppy Drive, Using a Printer

HP a1029.uk, a1005.uk, m7181.uk, SR1420UK, SR1460UK Using a Diskette Floppy Drive, Using a Printer

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Using a Diskette (Floppy) Drive

The diskette (floppy) drive is available on select model PCs. If your PC does not already have a diskette drive, you cannot add one to the PC chassis as an internal drive. Instead, purchase an external USB diskette drive or other external storage device to suit your needs.

If your PC has a diskette drive (select models only), you can use a 3.5-inch diskette (floppy disk) to store files:

1Insert the diskette with the round metal disk facing down, and the arrow on the top pointing into the drive.

2Gently push the diskette into the drive until it locks in place.

3You can copy files from or to the diskette.

CAUTION: Removing a diskette when the drive is reading from or writing to the diskette can damage the diskette or the information stored on it.

4When you are ready to remove the diskette, make sure that the light on the drive is off. When it is off, the PC is not reading from or writing to the diskette.

5Press the Eject button on the PC to remove the diskette. Remove the diskette from the drive prior to turning off the PC.

Using a Printer

Refer to the user manual that came with your printer for instructions on connecting and using the printer.

Printers receive instructions from your PC via software called printer drivers. In many cases your PC automatically finds the printer driver necessary for the printer to work with your PC. If it does not, follow instructions that come with your printer to install the specific printer driver that it requires.

You can print text and graphics from most software programs and Internet sites, if you have a printer connected to your PC and the necessary software installed for the printer.

To print:

1Click File on the menu bar.

2Click Print.

3Select your printing options:

•Select the printer.

•Choose the page range (for example, all pages, current page, range of pages).

•Determine the number of copies.

•Select all, odd, or even pages in a range.

4Click OK.

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Contents

PC Basics Guide The information in this document is subject to change without notice Introducing the PC Table of ContentsIntroducing the Software Using the InternetManaging Files Index Improving PC PerformanceUninstalling Programs Cleaning Up Your Hard Disk Drivevi PC Basics Guide PC Base Components Introducing the PCAdditional PC Base Components PC OperationExternal PC Components Using Virus Protection Programs Using a Power Surge SuppressorProtecting Your PC Turning Off the PC Using Windows UpdateStandby Mode 4 Click Turn Off2 Click Turn Off Computer 3 Click Stand By Hibernation Mode2 Click Turn Off Computer Restarting the PC 3 Click Performance and Maintenance, if it is presentAutomatic Standby or Hibernation 2 Click Control PanelUsing the Mouse Buttons Using the MouseAutoscrolling ScrollingClick means to press the left button on the mouse once Double-click means to press the left button on the mouse two ASwitching Mouse Button Functions Using the Keyboard5 Tick Switch primary and secondary buttons on the Buttons tab PanningKeyboard Shortcuts Standard Keyboard FeaturesAlphanumeric Keys Function KeysArrow Keys Edit KeysNumeric Keys Volume Control Keyboard IndicatorsSpecial Keyboard Buttons Media Control Keys Adjusting the Monitora ef Using Speakers Using a TV as a MonitorCables You May Need Viewing the PC Image on Your TV ScreenAdjusting Speaker Volume Using a Microphone3 In Adjust volume for, click Recording Adjusting Microphone VolumeUsing Your CD and DVD Drives Using Media DrivesHandling CDs and DVDs Inserting and Removing CDs and DVDs3 Gently place the disc in the tray with the label facing up Using a Printer Using a Diskette Floppy Drive20 PC Basics Guide Introducing the Software Using the DesktopLearning More about Software Retrieving Desktop Icons Removing Desktop IconsUsing the All Programs Menu Using the Start MenuOrganising Your All Programs List 2 Choose All ProgramsControl Panel Using the Control PanelFeature Resizing WindowsWorking with Digital Images Organising Files with Folders Managing FilesCreating Folders Moving Files3 Under File and Folder Tasks, click Make a new folder 3 Click Move this fileFinding Files Copying Files3 Under File and Folder Tasks, click Copy this file 2 Under what do you want to search for?, click All files and foldersDeleting Files Renaming FilesGetting Files Out of the Recycle Bin RenameConnecting to the Internet Using the InternetConnecting the Modem About the Internet Setting Up the Ethernet ConnectionUsing a Browser Searching the Internet Restricting Internet Content2 Click Network and Internet Connections, if it is present Sending and Receiving E-Mail3 Double-click Internet Options Sending E-Mail Messages with Outlook Express If Using Outlook ExpressReceiving E-Mail Messages with Outlook Express If Your ISP Provides the E-Mail Program38 PC Basics Guide Improving PC Performance 4 Double-click Administrative ToolsIncreasing Available Hard Disk Drive Space Viewing the Amount of Used and Free Disk SpaceCleaning Up Your Hard Disk Drive Uninstalling ProgramsEmptying the Recycle Bin 2 Click Control Panel 3 Double-click Add or Remove Programs3 Click Defragment Consolidating Scattered Files and Folders4 Click Check Now Fixing Hard Disk Drive ErrorsIndex 44 PC Basics Guide

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