Contents

 

 

Notices ...........................................................................................................

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Safety information..........................................................................................

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Conventions used in this guide......................................................................

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Where to find more information......................................................................

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Package contents.........................................................................................

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Chapter 1

Getting started

 

Welcome!......................................................................................................

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Getting to know your computer.....................................................................

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Setting up your computer.............................................................................

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Turning your computer ON/OFF...................................................................

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Chapter 2

Using Windows® 7

 

Starting for the first time...............................................................................

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Using Windows® 7 desktop..........................................................................

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Managing your files and folders...................................................................

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Restoring your system..................................................................................

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Protecting your computer.............................................................................

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Getting Windows® Help and Support............................................................

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Chapter 3

Connecting devices to your computer

 

Connecting a USB storage device...............................................................

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Connecting microphone and speakers.........................................................

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Connecting multiple external displays..........................................................

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Connecting an HDTV...................................................................................

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Chapter 4

Using your computer

 

Proper posture when using your Desktop PC..............................................

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Using the memory card reader.....................................................................

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Using the optical drive..................................................................................

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Using the keyboard (on selected models only)............................................

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Chapter 5

Connecting to the Internet

 

Wired connection..........................................................................................

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Wireless connection (on selected models only)...........................................

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