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Quick Setup & Getting Started HP Business PCs and Personal Workstations...
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Refer to Accessing Hewlett-Packard Vision Diagnostics in this guide. ▲ To access the Safety and Comfort Guide: Select Start > All Programs > HP Safety and Comfort Guide. ▲ Accessing User Guides (Linux systems) Locate the desktop icon labeled HP User Manuals and double-click. Select the folder for your language.
Launching Windows XP from Windows 7 ... 3 Accessing Disk Image (ISO) Files ... 3 Setting up Red Hat Enterprise Linux (HP Workstations only) ... 4 Installing with the HP Driver CD ... 4 Installing and Customizing Red Hat-enabled Workstations ... 4 Verifying Hardware Compatibility ...
If the computer was shipped with Windows Vista or Windows 7 NOTE: loaded, you will be prompted to register the computer with HP Total Care before installing the operating system. You will see a brief movie followed by an online registration form. Fill out the form, click the Begin button, and follow the instructions on the screen.
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 (and firmware), enter the model number of the computer, and press Enter.
The software and image file names are: ● Corel WinDVD SD and BD – installation software for WinDVD – used to play DVD movies ● HP Insight Diagnostics OR Vision Diagnostics – software to perform diagnostic activities on your PC ENWW Installing and Customizing the Software...
Kit for Linux CDs are currently available for download at http://www.hp.com/support/workstation_swdrivers. Installing with the HP Driver CD To install the HP driver CD, see “Installing with the HP Installer Kit for Linux” in the HP Workstations for Linux manual at workstation_manuals.
If you cannot create system recovery CDs or DVDs, you can order a recovery disk set from the HP support center. To obtain the support center telephone number for your region see contactHP.
NOTE: Accessing HP Vision Diagnostics (Windows systems) To access HP Vision Diagnostics, you must burn the utility onto a CD or copy it onto a USB flash drive then boot to the CD or USB flash drive. It can also be downloaded from or installed to a USB flash drive.
If running HP Vision Diagnostics, select the appropriate language and click Continue. In the End User License Agreement page, select Agree if you agree with the terms. The HP Vision Diagnostics utility launches with the Survey tab displayed. Downloading the Latest Version of HP Vision Diagnostics Go to http://www.hp.com.
Guide (English only) for more information about using the Computer Setup utility. Finding More Information The following publications are available on the computer hard drive. To access the publications, select Start > All Programs > HP User Manuals. Not all of the publications listed are included on all models. NOTE: ●...
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To assist you in resolving problems online, HP Instant Support Professional Edition provides you with self-solve diagnostics. If you need to contact HP support, use HP Instant Support Professional Edition's online chat feature. Access HP Instant Support Professional Edition at: ispe.
HP experts. If it becomes necessary to call for technical assistance, be prepared to do the following to ensure that your service call is handled properly: ●...
You can find troubleshooting information in the comprehensive Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) available under the reference library at http://www.hp.com/support. Select your country and language, select See support and troubleshooting information, enter the model number of the computer, and press Enter.
Interpreting POST Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes If you see flashing LEDs on the front of the computer or if you hear beeps, see the Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for interpretation and recommended action. Quick Setup & Getting Started ENWW...
Add a device or printer and change other system settings ● Get help and support for your specific model ● Install HP support software for your computer ● Purchase supplies and accessories for your computer To access the centralized PC management location, click Start > Devices and Printers then double-click on the picture of your PC.