HP SR1440UK, a1005.uk, a1029.uk manual Consolidating Scattered Files and Folders, Click Defragment

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Consolidating Scattered Files and Folders

Consolidating Scattered Files and Folders

Over time, as you add, move and remove files and folders on your PC, the bits of data become scattered over the hard disk drive. This can slow down the performance of the PC. With the Disk Defragmenter program you can gather these bits of data together. This improves PC performance. Gathering your files and folders with the Disk Defragmenter does not affect the way you have them organised on your PC.

NOTE: Using the Disk Defragmenter to gather the data on your PC may take a long time to complete.

1Close all programs running on your PC. This includes background programs, such as virus scanners.

2Click the Start menu, choose All Programs, choose Accessories, choose System Tools and then click Disk Defragmenter.

3Click Defragment.

4Follow the onscreen instructions.

NOTE: If Disk Defragmenter starts itself over and over, this means a hidden background program is still running. To fix this issue, restart the PC and press F8 on your keyboard as soon as the first logo screen appears. On the Windows Advanced Options menu, use the arrow keys to select Safe Mode and press Enter. Press Enter again to select the operating system. Log on to Windows. When the Desktop message appears, click Yes to continue in Safe Mode. After Windows starts up, use the steps above to start Disk Defragmenter.

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Contents PC Basics Guide The information in this document is subject to change without notice Introducing the PC Table of ContentsManaging Files Using the InternetIntroducing the Software Cleaning Up Your Hard Disk Drive Improving PC PerformanceIndex Uninstalling Programsvi PC Basics Guide PC Base Components Introducing the PCExternal PC Components PC OperationAdditional PC Base Components Protecting Your PC Using a Power Surge SuppressorUsing Virus Protection Programs 4 Click Turn Off Using Windows UpdateTurning Off the PC Standby Mode2 Click Turn Off Computer Hibernation Mode2 Click Turn Off Computer 3 Click Stand By 2 Click Control Panel 3 Click Performance and Maintenance, if it is presentRestarting the PC Automatic Standby or HibernationUsing the Mouse Buttons Using the MouseDouble-click means to press the left button on the mouse two A ScrollingAutoscrolling Click means to press the left button on the mouse oncePanning Using the KeyboardSwitching Mouse Button Functions 5 Tick Switch primary and secondary buttons on the Buttons tabFunction Keys Standard Keyboard FeaturesKeyboard Shortcuts Alphanumeric KeysNumeric Keys Edit KeysArrow Keys Special Keyboard Buttons Keyboard IndicatorsVolume Control a ef Adjusting the MonitorMedia Control Keys Viewing the PC Image on Your TV Screen Using a TV as a MonitorUsing Speakers Cables You May NeedAdjusting Speaker Volume Using a Microphone3 In Adjust volume for, click Recording Adjusting Microphone VolumeInserting and Removing CDs and DVDs Using Media DrivesUsing Your CD and DVD Drives Handling 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 Learning More about Software Using the DesktopIntroducing the Software Retrieving Desktop Icons Removing Desktop Icons2 Choose All Programs Using the Start MenuUsing the All Programs Menu Organising Your All Programs ListControl Panel Using the Control PanelFeature Resizing WindowsWorking with Digital Images Organising Files with Folders Managing Files3 Click Move this file Moving FilesCreating Folders 3 Under File and Folder Tasks, click Make a new folder2 Under what do you want to search for?, click All files and folders Copying FilesFinding Files 3 Under File and Folder Tasks, click Copy this fileRename Renaming FilesDeleting Files Getting Files Out of the Recycle BinConnecting the Modem Using the InternetConnecting to the Internet About the Internet Setting Up the Ethernet ConnectionUsing a Browser Searching the Internet Restricting Internet Content3 Double-click Internet Options Sending and Receiving E-Mail2 Click Network and Internet Connections, if it is present 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 Viewing the Amount of Used and Free Disk Space 4 Double-click Administrative ToolsImproving PC Performance Increasing Available Hard Disk Drive Space2 Click Control Panel 3 Double-click Add or Remove Programs Uninstalling ProgramsCleaning Up Your Hard Disk Drive Emptying the Recycle Bin3 Click Defragment Consolidating Scattered Files and Folders4 Click Check Now Fixing Hard Disk Drive ErrorsIndex 44 PC Basics Guide

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