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6HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideMy Software FolderYour HP Pavilion PC comes with a number ofpreinstalled software programs. The programsvary, depending on
Chapter 2 • Starting Out with HP7Personal GuideFor those who are new to Windows 95, PersonalGuide provides an easy way to start using your HPPavilio
8HP Pavilion PC User’s GuidePersonal Guide CategoriesOrganizing Your FilesHelps you get acquainted with the Windows 95 desktop, creating folders, savi
Chapter 2 • Starting Out with HP9Easy Internet AccessHP has made it easy for you to explore the worldof the Internet by providing:◆ A customized Int
10HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideAfter you sign up, you will see the HP At HomeWeb site, which was created especially for HPPavilion PC owners. It’s fille
Chapter 2 • Starting Out with HP11HP Support CenterIf you are having trouble learning a new softwareprogram or diagnosing a hardware problem,the HP
12HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideHP Support Center OptionsSoftware HelpEach software package shipped with your computer is listed here, along with its man
Chapter 3 • Operating Your Computer13The basics of operating your HP Pavilion PC arecovered in this chapter:◆ Learning computer basics◆ Turning off
14HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideLearning Computer BasicsGeneral computer skills are not covered in this book. To learn computer basics, try the suggestio
Chapter 3 • Operating Your Computer15Tips◆ When you aren’t using them, return diskettes,CDs, and DVDs to their protective cases.◆ Be careful not to
The information in this document is subject to change without notice.Hewlett-Packard® Company makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this materi
16HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideSuspending YourComputerAs an alternative to shutting down your computer,you can put your PC in Suspend mode. When yoususp
Chapter 3 • Operating Your Computer17Using the One-TouchMultimedia KeyboardYou have a special multimedia keyboard that can:◆ Adjust the volume on yo
18HP Pavilion PC User’s GuidePhone This key works like a speakerphonebutton on a regular phone. Press Phone to startyour phone software, and then di
Chapter 3 • Operating Your Computer19Media Player These buttons work like thecontrols on an audio CD player. Use these buttonsto open and close th
20HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideFor a full explanation of your phone operation,consult the online Intel Connect™ manual:1 Double-click the HP Support Cen
Chapter 3 • Operating Your Computer212 Dial one of two ways: Either click the numberson the phone handset or enter the numbersfrom the keyboard keyp
22HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideLetting the Answering MachineTake CallsKeep Intel Connect™ running to answer calls(remember that more than one program ca
Chapter 3 • Operating Your Computer23Note: Your version of Intel Connect™ may have VideoPhone with Intel ProShare™ Technology (special videoreceive
24HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideSending a FaxThere are two ways to compose a fax. You cantype a message on the Quick Fax notepad, or youcan fax a file fr
Chapter 4 • Running Programs and Creating Files25This chapter helps you start using your softwareprograms (also called applications). You’ll learnab
ContentsiiiChapter 1 Setting Up YourSystem ... 1Finding a Place for Your Computer...
26HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideRunning SoftwareProgramsYour HP Pavilion PC comes with a number ofpreinstalled software programs. The programsvary, depen
Chapter 4 • Running Programs and Creating Files27Using Documents andFoldersSaving DocumentsTo initially save documents created byWindows 95 programs
28HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide6 Click elsewhere to end the procedure.7 You can drag documents or other foldersinto the new folder.For more instructions
Chapter 4 • Running Programs and Creating Files29Adding New SoftwarePrograms to YourComputerThere are two ways to install a new program:using the in
30HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideTo use the Windows 95 Add/Remove Programsutility:1 Click Start on the Windows 95 taskbar.2 Select Settings.3 Click Contro
Chapter 4 • Running Programs and Creating Files31To remove program icons:1 Make sure that all documents are saved andall programs are closed.2 Click
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Chapter 5 • Troubleshooting33This chapter discusses your options for resolvingproblems you may have with your HP Pavilion PC:◆ Fixing common problem
34HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideAnswering machine The answering machinenever answers the phone.Make sure that the software is running. (Thescreen with
Chapter 5 • Troubleshooting35Answering machine I can’t hear messagesas they are left.Check the following:◆ Make sure that the Screen button is lit
ivHP Pavilion PC User’s GuideChapter 4 Running Programsand Creating Files ...25Running Software Programs ...
36HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideAnswering machine I can’t record anoutgoing message.Use the phone you connected to your computer,rather than the microp
Chapter 5 • Troubleshooting37Fax and phone I can’t dial out.Check to make sure that a phone cable connectsfrom the back of the computer to the wal
38HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideFax and phone I can’t enter a name or aphone number in the To: box when composinga fax.In the Message Manager window:1
Chapter 5 • Troubleshooting39◆ Make sure that you are in Windows 95, notMS-DOS. (The MS-DOS interface is a plainscreen with a prompt that looks like
40HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideThe Volume knob affects all sound on yourcomputer, but each input can be turned up ordown individually by adjusting the s
Chapter 5 • Troubleshooting41Speakerphone The volume is eithertoo loud or too soft.◆ Turn the Volume knob on the keyboard.◆ To set the sound on th
42HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide◆ The printed Microsoft book IntroducingMicrosoft Windows 95 is included with yourcomputer.Windows 95 My program window
Chapter 5 • Troubleshooting43General problem I can’t turn on mycomputer at all.◆ Make sure that the power cord and all cablesare securely plugged
44HP Pavilion PC User’s Guidesystem startups, and the system not responding toyour commands. Try resetting the system first (seebelow). If the problem
Chapter 5 • Troubleshooting45General problem A “Non-System Disk”error occurred.If you have a diskette in the disk drive, remove thediskette, and t
Chapter 1 • Setting Up Your System1Thank you for choosing a Hewlett-PackardPavilion PC. To maximize your comfort andproductivity, it is important th
46HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideGeneral problem I installed a new printer orother device, and it won’t work.Be sure that you installed the device drive
Chapter 5 • Troubleshooting47Note: The HP Pavilion Technical Guide is located on theHP At Home Web site (http://www.hp-at-home.com/).To read or prin
48HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideUtilities Available in the HP Support CenterSystemWizardDetect, diagnose, and resolve problems with your computer hardwar
Chapter 5 • Troubleshooting49Using SystemWizardIf you have a system component that isn’tworking, and you tried the suggestions in thischapter, refer
50HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideUsing the HP PavilionRecovery CD(s)The HP Pavilion Recovery CD(s) are provided incase you accidentally lose system files
Chapter 6 • Upgrading and Servicing Your Computer51These topics are covered in this chapter:◆ Connecting Components to Your PC◆ Using headphones◆ Us
52HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideFor more details on the topics in this chapter,check the section “HP Pavilion Library” in theHP Support Center on your co
Chapter 6 • Upgrading and Servicing Your Computer53Connecting Componentsto Your PCThis illustration points out all the connections onthe back of you
54HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideUsing HeadphonesF3F1 F2InformationEscF4 F5TabCaps Lock Enter ShiftCtrl Alt Alt CtrlF6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12Print
Chapter 6 • Upgrading and Servicing Your Computer55Using Your Computerwith Your Stereo SystemSending Output to a StereoSystemYour computer can be co
2HP Pavilion PC User’s GuidePutting YourComputer TogetherFor step-by-step instructions on putting yourcomputer together, refer to the Welcome Posterth
56HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide2 Set recording properties for the desiredrecording quality. Be aware that the higherthe recording quality, the larger th
Chapter 6 • Upgrading and Servicing Your Computer57Replacing the batteryTo replace the battery:1 Turn off the computer and all peripherals.2 Disconn
58HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideFloppy Drive ConnectorSecondary IDE ConnectorPrimary IDE ConnectorIDE LEDInfrared (IrDA)Intel PIIX4PCIsetOnboardATI VGAC
Chapter 6 • Upgrading and Servicing Your Computer59Reconfiguring KeyboardButtons and the DisplayReconfiguring Keyboard ButtonsFive buttons on the ke
60HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide7 When you turn off your computer (by clickingStart and then Shut Down), answer Yes tothe question Would you like to save
Chapter 6 • Upgrading and Servicing Your Computer61Adding More MemoryYour motherboard contains two or three 168-pinDIMM sockets, depending on which
62HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide4 Holding the DIMM by its edges only, removeit from its antistatic packaging. A DIMM hastwo small notches on the lower ed
Chapter 6 • Upgrading and Servicing Your Computer63Removing a DIMMTo remove a DIMM:1 Turn off the computer and all peripherals.Disconnect the power
64HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideInstalling Add-in CardsAt some point, you may add an ISA or PCI card toyour computer to accommodate a new componentsuch a
Chapter 6 • Upgrading and Servicing Your Computer657 Remove the slot cover by inserting ascrewdriver into the opening and rockinggently. Insert the
Chapter 1 • Setting Up Your System3Your System is WorkingWhen you first turn on your computer, a seriesof startup screens, including a mouse tutoria
66HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideTroubleshooting hints specifically for ISA add-incards can be found in the HP Pavilion TechnicalManual located on the HP
Chapter 6 • Upgrading and Servicing Your Computer67BIOS SettingsThe BIOS Setup program initially displays the Main Menu screen. In each screen, ther
68HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideSetting Auto Suspend in the BIOSIf you would like your computer to automaticallygo into Suspend mode after a long period
Chapter 6 • Upgrading and Servicing Your Computer69FCC Regulatory andSafety InformationRegulatory Information Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC)
70HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide◆ If this device is malfunctioning, it may also cause harm tothe telephone network; this device should bedisconnected un
Chapter 6 • Upgrading and Servicing Your Computer71protective, operational and safety requirements. Thedepartment does not guarantee the equipment w
72HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideDeclaration ofConformityaccording to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014Manufacturer’s Name: Hewlett-Packard CompanyManufacture
Chapter 6 • Upgrading and Servicing Your Computer73Safety InformationThis product has not been evaluated for connection to an“IT” power system (an A
74HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideWarning: Use of controls, adjustments or performanceprocedures other than those specified in the HP Pavilion PCUser’s Gui
Chapter 6 • Upgrading and Servicing Your Computer75Lightning ProtectionFor added protection of any Hewlett-Packard product duringa lightning storm,
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Index77AABCs of Windows 95 • 14, 46, 52AC Power Safety Warning • 73Add/Remove Programsutility • 29-31Add-in cards installing • 64-65adding more memory
78HP Pavilion PC User’s GuideDdate, modifying • 67demoInternet • 9keyboard key • 14demo sticker on keyboard • 14, 60demos • 7-8, 9, 14Personal Guide d
Index79install a new program • 29installing Add-in cards • 64-65Intel Connect™ manual • 23Intel Connect™ tutorial • 20Internetaccess • 5, 8, 9key on k
80HP Pavilion PC User’s GuidePlug and Play • 65modifying • 67Plug and Play cards • 65Pocket PC User’s Guide • 14power lines • 75power-saving mode • 67
Index81Ttaskbar disappeared • 42technical support • 12telephone answering machine • 19,22-23troubleshooting • 33-50turn off computer • 15tutorials • 5
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Chapter 2 • Starting Out with HP5To help you get started, HP provides simple solutions for discoveringyour software, learning Windows 95, getting su
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