8Diagnostics and Minor Troubleshooting
Calling support
At times you might encounter an issue that requires support. When you call support:
●Have the computer readily accessible.
●Write down the computer serial numbers, product numbers, model names, and model numbers and have them in front of you.
●Note any applicable error messages.
●Note any
●Note the operating system.
●Note any
●Note the details of any blinking LEDs on the front of the computer (tower and desktop configurations) or on the side of the computer
●Note the applications you were using when you encountered the problem.
NOTE: When calling in for service or support, you might be asked for the product number (example: PS988AV) of the computer. If the computer has a product number, it is generally located next to the 10- or
NOTE: On most models, the serial number and product number labels can be found on the top or side panel and at the rear of the computer (tower and desktop configurations) or on a
For a listing of all worldwide support phone numbers, go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your region, and click Connect with HP in the
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