Installing And Customizing The Software; Installing The Operating System - HP Pro 2110 Small Form Factor Maintenance & Service Manual

1 Installing and Customizing the
Software
If your computer was not shipped with a Microsoft operating system, some portions of this
documentation do not apply. Additional information is available in online help after you install the
operating system.
NOTE:
If the computer was shipped with Windows Vista or Windows 7 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.
CAUTION:
system is successfully installed. Doing so may cause errors and prevent the operating system from
installing properly.
NOTE:
Be sure there is a 10.2-cm (4-inch) clearance at the back of the unit and above the monitor to
permit the required airflow.

Installing the Operating System

The first time you turn on the computer, the operating system is installed automatically. This process
takes about 5 to 10 minutes, depending on which operating system is being installed. Carefully read
and follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.
CAUTION:
THE PROCESS IS COMPLETE. Turning off the computer during the installation process may damage the
software that runs the computer or prevent its proper installation.
NOTE:
If the computer shipped with more than one operating system language on the hard drive, the
installation process could take up to 60 minutes.
If your computer was not shipped with a Microsoft operating system, some portions of this
documentation do not apply. Additional information is available in online help after you install the
operating system.
Do not add optional hardware or third-party devices to the computer until the operating
Once the automatic installation has begun, DO NOT TURN OFF THE COMPUTER UNTIL
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