Contents

 

Getting Started with Your HP Notebook .....................................................................

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Taking Inventory.........................................................................................................

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What’s in the box? ................................................................................................

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To buy accessories ................................................................................................

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To find more information......................................................................................

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Identifying Parts of the Computer...............................................................................

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Front View ............................................................................................................

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Back View.............................................................................................................

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Bottom View .........................................................................................................

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Status Lights..........................................................................................................

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Setting Up Your Computer .........................................................................................

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Step 1: Install the battery ......................................................................................

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Step 2: Connect AC power....................................................................................

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Step 3: Connect a phone line.................................................................................

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Step 4: Turn on the computer................................................................................

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Step 5: Set up Windows ........................................................................................

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Step 6: Register your notebook .............................................................................

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To connect to the Internet .....................................................................................

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What to do next .....................................................................................................

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Basic Operation ..............................................................................................................

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Operating Your Computer ..........................................................................................

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To turn the computer on and off ...........................................................................

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To reset the computer............................................................................................

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To change the boot device.....................................................................................

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To use the touch pad .............................................................................................

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To use the Fn hot keys ..........................................................................................

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To use the One-Touch buttons ..............................................................................

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To use the Windows and Applications keys .........................................................

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To use the embedded keypad ................................................................................

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To use the ALT GR key ........................................................................................

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To adjust the display .............................................................................................

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To adjust the volume.............................................................................................

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To change computer settings for a presentation....................................................

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Using CDs or DVDs ...................................................................................................

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To insert or remove a CD or DVD........................................................................

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To play DVD movies ............................................................................................

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To create or copy CDs ..........................................................................................

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Securing Your Computer ............................................................................................

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To set up password protection...............................................................................

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To lock your computer ..........................................................................................

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To attach a security cable......................................................................................

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Reference Guide

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