Setting Up Your Computer; Protecting Your Computer - HP TouchSmart 320-1030 Getting Started Manual

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Setting up your computer

Follow the steps in the setup documentation included with your computer.
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Place the computer so that all ventilation openings are unobstructed and cabling is not in a walkway or
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where it can be stepped on or damaged by placing furniture on it.
Connect all power cords from the computer and accessories to a power surge protection device that is
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specifically labeled as having surge protection, an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), or a similar device. If
the computer has a television tuner or telephone connection, protect the computer by using surge
protection with these signal inputs as well. Connect the television cable or the telephone line cord to the
surge protection device, and then connect the device to the computer.
Download and install operating system updates.
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❑ Look in the computer box for additional printed details or updates.
Safety and Regulatory Information
Read the
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tap User Guides.
Read the Safety & Comfort Guide
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electrical and mechanical safety information. Tap the Start button, tap All Programs, and then tap User
Guides or visit www.hp.com/ergo.

Protecting your computer

Computer risk
Unauthorized use of the
computer or user account
Unauthorized access to
Setup Utility, BIOS settings,
and other system
identification information
Computer viruses
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document. Tap the Start button, tap All Programs, and then
for proper workstation setup, posture, health and work habits, and
Computer feature
User password
password
A is a group of characters that you choose to secure computer
information.
Administrator password
Antivirus software
The free trial antivirus software that is preinstalled on your computer can detect
most viruses, remove them, and, in most cases, repair damage caused by
viruses. For protection against new viruses beyond the trial period, purchase an
extended update service.
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