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Your computer includes preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play music, watch movies, and view and edit pictures. The following sections provide details about HP MediaSmart and other preinstalled multimedia software.

Using HP MediaSmart software

HP MediaSmart turns your computer into a mobile entertainment center. With MediaSmart, you can enjoy music and DVD movies. You can also view Internet TV and live TV, and manage and edit your photo collections.

NOTE: You must purchase an optional external TV tuner to watch, record, and pause live TV on the computer.

MediaSmart includes the following features:

●Internet TV—With an Internet connection, play classic oldies, choose from a range of TV shows and channels, and watch the HP-TV channel streamed in full-screen.

●Playlist upload support:

◦Upload your photos to Internet photo albums, such as Snapfish.

◦Upload your home videos directly to YouTube.

◦Upload videos you created with the webcam to the Internet.

●Pandora Internet radio (North America only)—Listen to music selected just for you, streamed from the Internet.

To start MediaSmart:

▲Press the MediaSmart button on the right side of the computer display.

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Use a 2-finger “wave” gesture on the touch screen.

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Use your finger or the digitizer pen to double-tap the MediaSmart icon on the computer desktop.

For more information on using MediaSmart, select Start > Help and Support, and then type MediaSmart in the Search field.

Using HP MediaSmart software

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