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Getting Started
HP Compaq Notebook PC
Document Part Number: 430239-001
January 2007
This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software,
and begin using the computer in Windows®.
Enhanced for Accessibility
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© Copyright 2007 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Windows is a U.S. registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additi
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Contents 1 First-time setup Identify required hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1 Set up the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–3 Step 1: Insert the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4 Step 2: Connect the computer to external power. . . . 1–5 Step 3: Turn on the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–7 Step 4: Set up the software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–9 Step 5: Create recovery discs
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Contents 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1 Quick troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2 The computer is unable to start up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2 The computer screen is blank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3 Software is functioning abnormally . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4 The computer is turned on but not responding . . . . . 3–5 The computer is unusually warm. . . . . . . .
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Contents C Backup and recovery Safeguard your data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–1 Back up the system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–2 Back up specific files or folders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–2 Back up the entire hard drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–3 Back up modifications made to the system . . . . . . . . C–4 Schedule backups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–5 Recover the system . . . .
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1 First-time setup Identify required hardware To set up the computer for the first time, you will need the computer, AC adapter, power cord, and the battery. Components included with the computer may vary by region ✎ and by model. Getting Started 1–1
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First-time setup Component 1 Battery 3 Power cord 2 HP Smart AC Adapter Modem cable 4 (optional for setup) Use only the included AC adapter or one approved for this ✎ computer. Unless you use dial-up networking, the modem cable is ✎ optional for setup. 1–2 Getting Started
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First-time setup Set up the computer To set up the computer, you will 1. Insert the battery into the computer. 2. Connect the computer to external power. The battery begins to charge. ✎ 3. Turn on the computer. 4. Set up the software. 5. Create recovery discs (recommended). Refer to Appendix C, ”Backup and recovery,” for ✎ instructions. CAUTION: To prevent file corruption and to ensure that the correct drivers Ä are installed: ■ Do not set up the computer for the first time while t
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First-time setup Step 1: Insert the battery To insert a battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you. 2. Slide the battery 1 into the battery bay until it is seated. The battery release latches 2 automatically lock the battery into place. 1–4 Getting Started
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First-time setup Step 2: Connect the computer to external power Power cords and AC outlets vary in appearance by region and ✎ country. To connect the computer to external AC power: 1. Plug the AC adapter into the power connector 1 on the computer. 2. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter 2. 3. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet 3. Getting Started 1–5
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First-time setup When the computer receives AC power, the battery begins to charge and the battery light (on the front of the computer) is turned on. When the battery is fully charged, the battery light is turned off. Leave the computer connected to external power until the battery is fully charged and the battery light is turned off. A partially charged new battery can run the computer after ✎ software setup is complete, but battery charge displays will not be accurate until the new ba
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First-time setup Step 3: Turn on the computer To turn on the computer: 1. Slide the display release latch 1 to the right to release the display. 2. Raise the display 2. Getting Started 1–7
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First-time setup 3. Press the power button 1. The power light next to the power button 2 and the power light on the front of the computer 3 are turned on, and you are prompted to begin software setup. 1–8 Getting Started
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First-time setup Step 4: Set up the software After the computer is turned on, it will go through a brief software setup. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the software. Note the following: ■ After you respond to the setup prompt, you must complete the entire setup process without interruption. Setup time varies. ■ During software setup, the computer may pause periodically for several minutes. These normal pauses are indicated by an hourglass icon. CAUTION: If you are promp
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First-time setup Step 5: Create recovery discs (recommended) After setting up the computer for the first time, you can create a set of recovery discs of your full factory image using HP Backup and Recovery Manager. The recovery discs are used to start up (boot) the computer and restore the operating system and software programs to factory settings in case of system failure or instability. Refer to Appendix C, ”Backup and recovery,” for detailed instructions. 1–10 Getting Started
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2 Next steps Install additional hardware and software Identify and install hardware To see a list of hardware installed on the computer: 1. Select Start > Computer > System properties. 2. In the left pane, click Device Manager. Windows includes the User Account Control feature to ✎ improve the security of your computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Windows onlin
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Next steps Locate and install software The computer includes software that may be ■ Preinstalled on your hard drive. To see a list of the ready-to-use software preinstalled on the computer: 1. Select Start > All Programs. 2. Double-click the program you want to open. ■ Provided on a CD or DVD. To install a software program from a disc: 1. Insert the disc into your optical drive. 2. When the installation wizard opens, follow the on-screen instructions. 3. Restart the computer if pro
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Next steps Protect the computer The information in this section is designed to protect the computer from damage caused by a virus, a security breach, a power surge, or unsafe operation. Protect the computer from viruses When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, you expose it to computer viruses that can disable the operating system, programs, or utilities or cause them to function abnormally. Antivirus software can detect most viruses, destroy them, and in mos
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Next steps Protect your privacy When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, it is possible for unauthorized persons to obtain information about you or the computer. To optimize the privacy protection features included with the computer: ■ Keep the operating system and software updated. Many software programs contain security enhancements. ■ Use a firewall. A firewall is software that monitors incoming traffic on the computer. Some firewalls also monitor outgoin
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Next steps Use the computer safely WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to Å your equipment: ■ Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at all times. ■ Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by unplugging the power cord from the computer). ■ If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on your power cord, plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3-pin outlet. Do not disable the power cord groundin
