Locate And Install Software - HP Invent Compaq Series Getting Started

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Locate and install software

The computer includes software that may be
Preinstalled on your hard drive. To see a list of the
ready-to-use software preinstalled on the computer:
1. Click Start > All Programs.
2. Double-click the program you want to open.
Provided on a CD or DVD. To install a software program
from a disc:
1. Insert the disc into your optical drive.
2. When the installation wizard opens, follow the on-screen
instructions.
3. Restart the computer if prompted to do so.
Preloaded software. This is software provided on the hard
drive, but not ready to use. To locate or install preloaded
software or drivers:
1. Select Start > All Programs > Software Setup.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions and select the check box
next to the software program or driver you want to install.
For details about using software included with the computer,
refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be
provided on disc, as online Help files, or on the manufacturer's
Web site.
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