Install The Operating System; Installing Or Upgrading Device Drivers; Transferring Files And Settings - HP Compaq dx2250 Service & Reference Manual

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Install the Operating System

CAUTION:
operating system is successfully installed. Doing so may cause errors and may prevent the
operating system from installing properly. Once the automatic installation has begun, DO NOT
TURN OFF THE COMPUTER UNTIL THE PROCESS IS COMPLETE. Turning off the computer
during the installation process might damage the software that runs the computer or prevent its
proper installation.
NOTE:
monitor to permit the required airflow.
The first time the computer is turned on, the operating system is automatically installed. This takes
approximately 10 minutes, depending on the operating system being installed. Carefully read and follow
the instructions that appear on the screen to complete the installation.
NOTE:
drive, the installation process could take up to 60 minutes.
If the computer was not shipped with a Microsoft operating system, some portions of this documentation
do not apply. For complete operating system installation and configuring instructions, refer to the
operating system documentation. Additional information is available in online help.
Microsoft security updates are available on the Microsoft Web site.

Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers

When installing optional hardware devices after the operating system installation is complete, you must
also install the drivers for each of the devices.
If prompted for the i386 directory, replace the path specification with C:\i386, or use the Browse button
in the dialog box to locate the i386 folder. This action points the operating system to the appropriate
drivers.
Obtain the latest support software, including support software for the operating system from
http://www.hp.com/support. Select your country and language, select Download drivers and
software, enter the model number of the computer, and press Enter.

Transferring Files and Settings

Use the Microsoft Windows XP Professional/Home Files and Settings Transfer Wizard to move files and
settings from the old computer to the new one. Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > System
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Do not add optional hardware or third-party devices to your computer until the
Be sure there is a 10.2-cm (4-inch) clearance at the back of the unit and above the
If the computer shipped with more than one operating system language on the hard
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