User manual HP COMPAQ NW8440

[. . . ] Getting Started HP Compaq Notebook PC Document Part Number: 406853-001 April 2006 This guide explains how to set up your hardware and software, and begin using the computer in Microsoft® Windows®. Enhanced for Accessibility © Copyright 2006 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L. P. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. 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 additional warranty. [. . . ] To change these and other power settings, select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options. To transfer the image to the computer screen, press fn+f4. On most models, when an optional external display device, such as a monitor, is connected to the computer, the image can be displayed on the computer screen or the external display, or on both devices simultaneously. When you press fn+f4 repeatedly, the image alternates among the computer display, one or more external display devices, and simultaneous displays on all devices. Press the display switch on the computer to confirm that it moves freely. The display switch is normally located on the upper-left corner of the keyboard. Getting Started 3­3 Troubleshooting Software is functioning abnormally If the software becomes unresponsive or responds abnormally: Restart the computer: In Windows XP Home, select Start > Turn Off Computer > Restart. In Windows XP Professional, select Start > Turn Off Computer > Restart > OK. (If you have been registered to a domain, the button you click will be called Shut Down instead of Turn Off Computer. ) If you cannot restart the computer using these procedures, refer to the next section, "The computer is turned on but not responding. " Run a virus scan. For information about using the antivirus resources on your computer, refer to "Protect the computer from viruses" in Chapter 2, "Next steps. " 3­4 Getting Started Troubleshooting The computer is turned on but not responding If the computer is turned on, but not responding to software or keyboard commands, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1. Shut down the computer through the operating system by selecting Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off. a network domain, the button If you have been registered toDown instead of Turn Off you click will be called Shut Computer. If you are unable to shut down the computer with these procedures, try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided: Ä CAUTION: Emergency shutdown procedures result in the loss of unsaved information. 1. Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. Getting Started 3­5 Troubleshooting The computer is unusually warm It is normal for the computer to feel warm to the touch while it is in use. But if the computer feels unusually warm, it may be overheating because a vent is blocked. If you suspect that the computer is overheating, allow the computer to cool to room temperature. Then be sure to keep all vents free from obstructions while you are using the computer. Ä CAUTION: To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Do not allow another hard surface, such as such as an adjoining printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or thick rugs or clothing, to block airflow. computer internal The fan in theand preventstarts up automatically to coolthe components overheating. It is normal for internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. 3­6 Getting Started Troubleshooting An external device is not working If an external device does not function as expected: Turn on the device as instructed in the device user guide. Some devices may not be powered by the computer, and must be turned on before the computer is turned on. Be sure that All device connections are secure. The device, especially if it is an older one, is compatible with your operating system. For compatibility information, refer to the device manufacturer's Web site. The correct drivers are installed and updated. Drivers may be available on a CD included with the device or on the device manufacturer's Web site. For more information about updating drivers, select Start > Help and Support. Getting Started 3­7 Troubleshooting The home wireless network connection is not working If a home wireless network connection is not working as expected: Be sure that the wireless light on the computer is on. If the light is off, press the wireless button to turn it on. Be sure that the computer wireless antennae are free from obstructions. Be sure that the cable or DSL modem and its power cord are properly connected, and the lights are on. Be sure that the wireless router (access point) is properly connected to its power adapter and the cable modem, and the lights are on. Disconnect and then reconnect all cables, and turn the power off and then back on. For information on setting up a home wireless network connection, refer to http://www. hp. com/go/techcenter/wireless (English only). 3­8 Getting Started Troubleshooting Help and Support Center If the preceding questions and solutions did not address your problem, access the Help and Support Center by selecting Start > Help and Support. In addition to providing information about your operating system, the Help and Support Center provides Information about the computer, such as model and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications. Answers to questions about using the computer. Product information to help you learn to use the computer and operating system features. Updates for the operating system, device drivers, and software provided on your computer. Checkups for computer functionality. Automated and interactive troubleshooting, repair solutions, and system recovery procedures. Links to community forums of IT experts. Getting Started 3­9 Troubleshooting Customer Care If you are unable to find the help you need by using the Help and Support Center, you may need to contact Customer Care. Prepare to contact Customer Care For the fastest possible resolution of your problem, have the computer and the following information available when you call or e-mail: Product name located on the display or keyboard. To display the service tag information on the computer screen, select Start > Help and Support > My HP Computer. Date the computer was purchased. [. . . ] You can perform a full system recovery or recover important files from a recovery partition on the hard drive or from recovery discs that you create. C­6 Getting Started Backup and recovery 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) your computer and restore the operating system and software applications to factory settings in case of system failure or instability. Ä CAUTION: After you create the recovery discs, you can increase the amount of space on the hard drive by deleting the recovery partition. However, doing this is not recommended. If you delete this partition, you will lose any information that is on the partition. Only one set of recovery discs can be created for this computer. Before creating recovery discs: Use high quality CD-R, DVD-R, or DVD+R media. [. . . ]