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1 Welcome
After you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps:
1.Set up your wired or wireless network. For more information, refer to Networking on page 13.
2.Update your antivirus software. For more information, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. For information on finding this guide, refer to Finding information on page 1.
3.Create recovery discs or a recovery flash drive. For more information, refer to Backup and recovery on page 29.
4.Get to know your computer. For more information, refer to Getting to know your computer on page 3 and Keyboard and pointing devices on page 16 for additional information.
5.Discover the software that is already loaded on the computer by selecting Start > All Programs.
Finding information
The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks.
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Instructions for setting up the computer | ● How to set up the computer | ||
| ● Identification of computer components | ||
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Getting Started | ● | Computer features | |
To access this guide: | ● Instructions for the following: | ||
Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. |
| ◦ | Connecting to a wireless network |
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| ◦ | Using the keyboard and pointing devices |
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| ◦ | Replacing or upgrading the hard drive and memory |
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| ◦ | Performing a backup and a recovery |
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| ◦ | Contacting customer support |
| ● | Computer specifications | |
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HP Notebook Reference Guide | ● | Power management features | |
To access this guide: | ● Instructions for the following: | ||
Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. |
| ◦ | Maximizing battery life |
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| ◦ | Using the multimedia features of the computer |
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| ◦ | Protecting the computer |
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| ◦ | Caring for the computer |
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| ◦ | Updating the software |
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