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HP Pavilion 8290 User Manual

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  • Page 1 HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 HP shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material. HP assumes no responsibility for the use or reliability of its software on equipment that is not furnished by HP.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Finding a Place for Your Computer... 1 Putting Your Computer Together ... 2 Getting Comfortable ... 2 Your System is Working... 3 Chapter 2 Starting Out with HP ... 5 My Software Folder... 6 Personal Guide... 7 HP Support Center ...11 Chapter 3 Operating Your Computer ...
  • Page 4 Using Headphones ...54 Using Your Computer with Your Stereo System...55 Replacing the Battery ...56 Reconfiguring Keyboard Buttons and the Display...59 HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide Adding More Memory... 61 Installing Add-in Cards ... 64 Using the BIOS Setup Program ... 66 FCC Regulatory and Safety Information ...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Setting Up Your System

    Provide access to the back of the computer and the display during setup. Use grounded, three-prong electrical outlets for the computer and display. HP recommends that you also use a power strip with surge protection. Place the computer near a phone jack so that you can connect the modem.

  • Page 6: Putting Your Computer Together

    When in doubt, match the colors. Getting Comfortable Refer to the manual Working in Comfort With Your HP Computer Equipment, which was provided with your HP Pavilion PC, for important ergonomic information. Note: You should take frequent, short breaks while using the computer;...

  • Page 7: Your System Is Working

    It is important to register with HP, so that you can be notified of changes and updates for your HP Pavilion PC. After you register online, a roadmap points out and describes several important icons on your desktop.
  • Page 8 HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide...

  • Page 9: Chapter 2 Starting Out With Hp

    An Internet service provider has been provided. Upon registration, you will receive 50 free hours to Internet Access use the Internet with HP’s customized browser. Be sure to explore the HP At Home Web site, designed for HP Pavilion PC owners. To access the Internet, double-click the Internet Access icon on your Windows 95 desktop.

  • Page 10: My Software Folder

    My Software Folder Your HP Pavilion PC comes with a number of preinstalled software programs. The programs vary, depending on which system you purchased. To see what programs you have and run them: Double-click the My Software folder on your Windows 95 desktop.

  • Page 11: Personal Guide

    Personal Guide For those who are new to Windows 95, Personal Guide provides an easy way to start using your HP Pavilion PC. It offers easy access to a variety of on-screen tutorials and multimedia demos that will help you get up and running quickly with your new computer.
  • Page 12 Suspend mode. In Case of a Problem Takes you directly to the HP Support Center so that you can get any additional questions answered. Take Me to the Internet Launches a demo summarizing the benefits of the Internet.
  • Page 13 Easy Internet Access HP has made it easy for you to explore the world of the Internet by providing: A customized Internet browser that points you to some of the most interesting sites on the Web. Free Internet access for up to 50 hours. E-mail...
  • Page 14 After you sign up, you will see the HP At Home Web site, which was created especially for HP Pavilion PC owners. It’s filled with questions and answers, tips, tricks, and activities for fun with your HP Pavilion PC. The custom browser...

  • Page 15: Hp Support Center

    HP Support Center If you are having trouble learning a new software program or diagnosing a hardware problem, the HP Support Center is the place to go. Your support options, online documentation, tutorials, and system maintenance tools have been grouped in this one convenient location.
  • Page 16 Common Questions Common questions that HP Support Center personnel are frequently asked are listed and answered here. Subjects range from modems to the Internet to MS-DOS and more. Check here if you have a question about your computer.

  • Page 17: Chapter 3 Operating Your Computer

    Operating Your Computer The basics of operating your HP Pavilion PC are covered in this chapter: Learning computer basics Turning off your computer Suspending your computer Using the one-touch multimedia keyboard Using the Intel Connect™ phone and answering machine Using the fax machine...

  • Page 18: Learning Computer Basics

    An online manual called ABCs of Windows 95 covers the basics of this operating system. How Windows 95 works To see ABCs of Windows 95: 1 Double-click the HP Support Center icon on the desktop. 2 Click HP Pavilion Library. 3 Click Online Books.

  • Page 19: Turning Off Your Computer

    Tips When you aren’t using them, return diskettes, CDs, and DVDs to their protective cases. Be careful not to spill liquids on the keyboard. Keep magnetic material away from your computer and disks. Remove diskettes only after the indicator light on the diskette drive goes off.

  • Page 20: Suspending Your Computer

    PC to automatically retrieve your e-mail messages and download information from the World Wide Web HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide (if you have programmed your computer to do so). To suspend the computer: Press the Suspend button on the front of the computer.

  • Page 21: Using The One-Touch Multimedia Keyboard

    Using the One-Touch Multimedia Keyboard You have a special multimedia keyboard that can: Adjust the volume on your speakers. Mute all sound on the computer. Play back your phone messages. Answer the phone. Connect you directly to the Internet (if your telephone line is connected to the computer).
  • Page 22 The screen display will reappear just as you left it. Information Press Information to see HP support options. You can choose to launch either Personal Guide or the HP Support Center. For information on configuring this key, see page 59.
  • Page 23 Media Player These buttons work like the controls on an audio CD player. Use these buttons to open and close the carrier, to skip tracks, to pause, and to stop the CD player or DVD player. Mute Press Mute to turn off all sound on the computer.
  • Page 24 For a full explanation of your phone operation, consult the online Intel Connect™ manual: Double-click the HP Support Center icon on the desktop. Click HP Pavilion Library. Click Online Books. Click Intel Connect™. To start the Intel Connect™ tutorial: Start Intel Connect™.
  • Page 25 When a person answers the phone, speak directly into the microphone. The microphone is located on the top of your display (HP Pavilion Multimedia Display) or is connected to your computer. Press Phone again to hang up.
  • Page 26 Note: You can access your messages remotely, set up pager notification, or screen your calls. Refer to the online Intel Connect™ manual for these instructions. The manual is in the online HP Pavilion Library under HP Support Center.

  • Page 27: Using The Fax Machine

    Sending a fax to a listing in the Address Book Selecting a fax cover page Printing a fax Forwarding a fax To access the Intel Connect™ manual: Double-click the HP Support Center icon on the desktop. Click HP Pavilion Library. Click Online Books. Click Intel Connect™.

  • Page 28: Sending A Fax

    Click Unlisted, and then fill in the name and fax number in the unlisted dialog box. In the Description field, choose Fax. HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide To include your default cover page, click Include Cover Page. Click OK to return to the Message Manager window.

  • Page 29: Chapter 4 Running Programs And Creating Files

    (also called applications). You’ll learn about: Running software programs Using documents and folders Adding new software programs to your computer Removing programs from your computer Removing icons from the Windows 95 desktop Running MS-DOS Chapter 4 Running Programs and Creating Files...

  • Page 30: Running Software Programs

    Running Software Programs Your HP Pavilion PC comes with a number of preinstalled software programs. The programs vary, depending on which system you purchased. To see what programs you have and run them: Double-click the My Software folder on your Windows 95 desktop.

  • Page 31: Using Documents And Folders

    For more instructions, complete the tutorial Managing Your Computer in Personal Guide. Creating Folders To create folders: Go to the place in which you want the folder to appear (on the desktop or inside another folder). Click the right mouse button. Select New. Click Folder.
  • Page 32 Click Find Now. The magnifying-glass animation means the search is in progress. If there are any matches, a list of files appears. HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide Double-click the document (or folder) to open it. For more instructions, complete the online tutorial Managing Your Computer in Personal Guide.

  • Page 33: Adding New Software Programs To Your Computer

    Adding New Software Programs to Your Computer There are two ways to install a new program: using the install utility that comes with the new program, or using the Add/Remove Programs utility in Windows 95. To install new programs by running Add/Remove Programs: Put the CD in the media drive, or put the diskette in the diskette drive.

  • Page 34: Removing Icons From The Windows 95 Desktop

    Click Control Panel. Double-click Add/Remove Programs. Click the program you want to remove. Click Add/Remove. Click OK. HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide Removing Icons from the Windows 95 Desktop There are two types of icons, and they are removed differently: Shortcut icons These are identified by an arrow in the lower-left corner of the icon.

  • Page 35: Running Ms-Dos

    To remove program icons: Make sure that all documents are saved and all programs are closed. Click Start on the Windows 95 taskbar. Select Settings. Click Control Panel. Double-click Add/Remove Programs. Click Windows Setup. Find the software whose icon you want to delete.
  • Page 36 HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide...

  • Page 37: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter discusses your options for resolving problems you may have with your HP Pavilion PC: Fixing common problems Solving software issues Using system tools Using SystemWizard Calling HP support Using the HP Pavilion Recovery CD(s) Fixing Common Problems This section lists problems you might experience when using your computer.
  • Page 38 Click Setup. Click Answering. Choose either Answer as a voice mail system or Answer as an answering machine. HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide Answering machine The answering machine grabs calls before I can answer the phone. Increase the number of rings before Intel Connect™...
  • Page 39 Answering machine I can’t hear messages as they are left. Check the following: Make sure that the Screen button is lit on the Intel Connect™ main window. Make sure that the mute feature is not on. Press the keyboard Mute button repeatedly until Mute Off flashes on your screen.
  • Page 40 Are you trying to play a DVD in a CD player? A DVD will not play in a CD player. To play a DVD, you must have a special DVD player. HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide Display My display doesn’t work, even though the computer appears to work.
  • Page 41 Fax and phone I can’t dial out. Check to make sure that a phone cable connects from the back of the computer to the wall. The cable must be plugged into the rightmost socket on the computer. The left socket is there to plug in a phone if you want to.
  • Page 42 (and vice versa). In the Address Book window: Click Other Number. Choose Home Phone or Business Phone. HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide Keyboard My keyboard doesn’t work, even though the computer and display seem to work. Make sure that the keyboard is connected to the keyboard port, not the mouse port.
  • Page 43 Make sure that you are in Windows 95, not MS-DOS. (The MS-DOS interface is a plain screen with a prompt that looks like this: C>) If you are in MS-DOS, type EXIT and press the Enter key. Does the pointer move on the screen when you move your mouse? If not, try this: Remove the mouse ball by unscrewing the bottom of the mouse.
  • Page 44 The subwoofer (optional third speaker) has its own volume control on the back; turn it clockwise to increase the volume. HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide Make sure that headphones are not plugged into the keyboard. If they are, sound goes to the headphones.
  • Page 45 I’m having trouble understanding Windows 95. You have Windows 95 tutorials on your computer. To access them: Double-click the HP Support Center icon on the desktop. Click Tutorials. You also have an online book called ABCs of Windows 95. To read it: Double-click the HP Support Center icon on the desktop.
  • Page 46 (You can also see the program button for your open program on the Windows 95 taskbar—click on the button.) HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide Windows 95 My taskbar disappeared. You may have accidentally removed your taskbar.
  • Page 47 General problem I can’t turn on my computer at all. Make sure that the power cord and all cables are securely plugged into the computer. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a grounded, three-prong outlet. Check to see whether the outlet works by plugging another item (such as a lamp) into the outlet.
  • Page 48 Try resetting the system first (see below). If the problem persists, reload the software. (For HP software, use the Recovery CD(s) discussed on page 49.) A voltage spike can occasionally corrupt or destroy files, so it is a good idea to consistently make backup copies of your data files.
  • Page 49 General problem A “Non-System Disk” error occurred. If you have a diskette in the disk drive, remove the diskette, and then press any key to continue. General problem I need more space on my disk. Run a hard disk space check (DriveSpace) to find out exactly how much space you have.
  • Page 50 HP. To find these manuals: Double-click the HP Support Center icon on the desktop. Click HP Pavilion Library. Using Online Support Documents The HP Pavilion library on your system may contain these and other online manuals. Fax/Modem User’s The manufacturer’s manual for your Guide modem.

  • Page 51: Using System Tools

    Note: The HP Pavilion Technical Guide is located on the HP At Home Web site (http://www.hp-at-home.com/). To read or print these documents: Double-click the HP Support Center icon on the desktop. Click HP Pavilion Library. Click Online Books. Click the book you would like to read or print.
  • Page 52 HP Pavilion Before you got your computer, HP did a backup of your entire system. The backup CD is included with your Recovery CD(s) system in case you need to restore any software that was originally on your computer.

  • Page 53: Calling Hp Support

    Click SystemWizard. Follow the directions given. Calling HP Support If you need further support, call the HP Customer Care Center (24 hours a day, 365 days a year). If you can, have your support ID number ready. To find your support ID number, either press...
  • Page 54 The CD(s) contain a copy of the software originally installed on your system and can be used only on an HP Pavilion PC. There are two ways to use the CD(s): You can restore the software that came with your system without reformatting the hard disk.

  • Page 55: Chapter 6 Upgrading And Servicing Your Computer

    Adding more memory Installing an add-in board Using the BIOS Setup program Your HP Pavilion PC comes with everything you need to get started right away. However, you may want to add a scanner or more memory at some point.
  • Page 56 For more details on the topics in this chapter, check the section “HP Pavilion Library” in the HP Support Center on your computer. The following manuals, and other online manuals, can be found there: K56flex™ Fax/Modem User’s Guide The manufacturer’s manual for the K56flex™...

  • Page 57: Connecting Components To Your Pc

    Connecting Components to Your PC This illustration points out all the connections on the back of your computer. You may need to refer to this drawing in case you ever move your computer and need to reconnect the components, or if you purchase new accessories. AC Power Connector Mouse Keyboard...

  • Page 58: Using Headphones

    < Shift Ctrl HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide The HP Pavilion one-touch multimedia keyboard is equipped with a standard mini (3.5mm) headphone jack. This jack supports most portable headphones. If you would like to use headphones equipped with the larger .25-inch phone jack, inexpensive adapters are available at most consumer electronics stores.

  • Page 59: Using Your Computer With Your Stereo System

    Using Your Computer with Your Stereo System Sending Output to a Stereo System Your computer can be connected to your stereo system for games or multimedia applications. Connect the line output from the audio card to any unused line-level input connector on the stereo system.

  • Page 60: Replacing The Battery

    .WAV file. After the material has been recorded, stop the recorder and save the file. HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide Replacing the Battery A lithium battery on the motherboard provides backup power for the computer’s timekeeping capability.
  • Page 61 Replacing the battery To replace the battery: Turn off the computer and all peripherals. Disconnect the power cord and modem cable. Remove the computer cover according to the directions in the booklet Removing the Computer Covers. If necessary, remove any full-length add-in cards to gain access to the socket.
  • Page 62 Single Edge Contact Slot (Pentium II) DIMM Socket 1 (64-bit, 168-pin module) Memory DIMM Socket 2 (64-bit, 168-pin module) DIMM Socket 3 (64-bit, 168-pin module) AMC Port Buzzer Floppy Drive Connector Secondary IDE Connector Infrared Primary IDE Connector (IrDA) Battery HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide...

  • Page 63: Reconfiguring Keyboard Buttons And The Display

    Reconfiguring Keyboard Buttons and the Display Reconfiguring Keyboard Buttons Five buttons on the keyboard are programmable. Four of these buttons can be completely reconfigured; the fifth button (Information) has two different options. The following four buttons on your keyboard can be reconfigured to start different applications.
  • Page 64 Shortcut 3 button originally had a Demo sticker on it. You can remove it. You can choose to have the Information button launch either Personal Guide or HP Support Center: Click the small keyboard icon in the lower-right corner of your screen.

  • Page 65: Adding More Memory

    DIMMs, Intel specification v1.0 compliant. HP Pavilion PCs with two DIMM sockets can support up to 256 MB of SDRAM and HP Pavilion PCs with three DIMM sockets can support up to 384 MB of SDRAM.
  • Page 66 DIMM socket. Hold the DIMM perpendicular to the socket, aligning the notches with the bumps. HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide Push straight down on top of the DIMM until it is fully seated in the socket. The retaining...

  • Page 67: Removing A Dimm

    Removing a DIMM To remove a DIMM: Turn off the computer and all peripherals. Disconnect the power cord and modem cable. Remove the computer cover. (See the booklet Removing the Computer Cover.) Push down on the two retaining clips on the ends of the DIMM socket until the DIMM pops out of the socket.

  • Page 68: Installing Add-In Cards

    At some point, you may add an ISA or PCI card to your computer to accommodate a new component such as a scanner. Depending on which HP Pavilion PC model you purchased, the computer may have as many as five slots and connectors for installing new cards.

  • Page 69: What Is Plug And Play

    Remove the slot cover by inserting a screwdriver into the opening and rocking gently. Insert the screwdriver under the top edge of the slot cover and press down. Hold the card by the top edge or upper corners, and position the board. Align the card with the card guides and firmly press the card into the expansion slot connector.

  • Page 70: Using The Bios Setup Program

    Starting the BIOS Setup Program Start the BIOS Setup program by pressing the F1 key after you see the blue HP logo screen during startup but before Windows 95 starts. You have only a few seconds to press the F1 key before the startup process continues.

  • Page 71: Bios Settings

    Save or discard changes. Use the left arrow and right arrow keys to make a selection, and then press the Enter key. For a more detailed explanation, see the online HP Pavilion Technical Manual available on the HP At Home Web site (http://www.hp-at-home.com/).
  • Page 72 To enable the Auto Suspend feature: Reboot your computer by shutting down and restarting it. When you see a blue screen with an HP logo, press the F1 key on the keyboard; this starts the BIOS Setup program. HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide Press to go to the Power menu.

  • Page 73: Fcc Regulatory And Safety Information

    Hewlett-Packard’s system RFI and Radiated Immunity tests were conducted with HP-supported peripheral devices and HP-shielded cables, such as those you receive with your system. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 74 Personal Computer Dealer Repair center. It is the responsibility of users requiring service to report the problem to HP’s Home Products Division, or to one of our authorized agents. Service can be obtained by calling HP’s Customer Care Center at 1-208-323-HOME (1- 208-323-4663).
  • Page 75 protective, operational and safety requirements. The department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, the user should ensure it is permissible to connect it to the facilities of the local communications company. The equipment must be installed using an acceptable method of connection.

  • Page 76: Declaration Of Conformity

    Hewlett-Packard Company Manufacturer’s Address: 10500 Ridgeview Ct. Cupertino, CA 95015-4010 declares, that the product Product Name: HP Pavilion Multimedia Computer System Model Number(s): 8XXXY (X is any number 0-9, Y is any alphanumeric character or blank) Product Options: conforms to the following Product Specifications:...

  • Page 77: Safety Information

    AC Power Safety Warning Locate the computer near an AC outlet. The AC power cord is your HP Pavilion PCs main AC disconnecting device and must be easily accessible at all times. For your safety, the power cord provided with your system has a grounded plug.

  • Page 78: Products Provided With External Television Antenna Connectors

    Warning: Use of controls, adjustments or performance procedures other than those specified in the HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure of the CD-ROM or DVD.
  • Page 79 Lightning Protection For added protection of any Hewlett-Packard product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug the product from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges.
  • Page 80 HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide...

  • Page 81: Index

    73 location 58 replacing 56-57 BIOS Setup Program 66-67 CALL button on keyboard 21 calling HP support 49 can’t turn on my computer at all 43 card, installing 64-65 control keys 17, 19 problems 36 changing your desktop 8...
  • Page 82 54 Help application 46 hardware 12, 47-48 software 12, 46, 47-48 HP At Home Web site 10 HP Customer Care Center 49 HP Pavilion Technical Manual 66 HP Support Center 5, 11-12, 49 starting from keyboard 18 Information button on keyboard 59...
  • Page 83 install a new program 29 installing Add-in cards 64-65 Intel Connect™ manual 23 Intel Connect™ tutorial 20 Internet access 5, 8, 9 key on keyboard 18 Internet browser 9 accessing 9 free trial 5, 9 launching 18 Internet button 9 Internet service provider 5 “Invalid phone number”...
  • Page 84 59-60 Recovery CD(s) running 50 using 50 reformat the hard disk 50 HP Pavilion PC User’s Guide register 3 remove programs from hard disk 29-30 removing computer cover 61-63 removing icons 30-31 restore operating system 50...
  • Page 85 taskbar disappeared 42 technical support 12 telephone answering machine 19, 22-23 troubleshooting 33-50 turn off computer 15 tutorials 5, 7-8, 12 uninstall 29-30 upgrading 51-75 video phone 23 video receive 23 virus 45 protection 48 volume control knob 18, 35, 39-40 icon 35, 40 .WAV files 55-56 Windows Explorer 5...
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