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After you set up and register the computer, take the following steps:

●Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the Internet. For more information, see Networking on page 19.

●Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. See Getting to know your computer on page 4 and Keyboard and pointing devices on page 26 for additional information.

●Find installed software—Access a list of the software preinstalled on the computer. Select Computer > More Applications.

NOTE: For details about using the software included with the computer, select Computer > Help. You can also see the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software or on the manufacturer's Web site.

●Update programs and drivers—Update your programs and drivers with the latest versions on a regular basis. When your computer is registered, it will automatically be updated with the latest versions. When you register, you can choose to receive automatic notifications when updates become available. The automatic notifications for operating system updates are available for 90 days. For U.S. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP. For worldwide support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html.

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