Compaq dx2200 - Microtower PC Page 3 Quick Setup & Getting Started Manual Download

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About This Book

This guide provides basic information about setting up and maintaining your computer.

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Summary of Contents for dx2200 - Microtower PC

Page 1: ...Quick Setup Getting Started HP Compaq Business PC...

Page 2: ...roducts and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty HP shall not be...

Page 3: ...this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life CAUTION Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in dama...

Page 4: ...iv About This Book ENWW...

Page 5: ...the Computer and Install the Microsoft Operating System 6 Step 7 Turn Off the Computer 7 2 Getting Started Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates 8 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers 8 Customizing...

Page 6: ...vi ENWW...

Page 7: ...fort Guide It describes proper workstation setup posture and health and work habits for computer users and provides important electrical and mechanical safety information This guide is located on the...

Page 8: ...he correct voltage for your region 115 volts or 230 volts CAUTION You should not need to change the voltage setting however you should verify that the voltage selection is compatible with your local p...

Page 9: ...ctor blue 6 Serial Connector 12 RJ 45 Network Connector NOTE If a PCI graphics card is installed the connectors on the card and the system board may be used at the same time Some settings may need to...

Page 10: ...ight 8 Microphone Connector 3 5 25 Expansion Bay 9 USB Universal Serial Bus Ports 4 3 5 Expansion Bay optional Media Card Reader shown 1 10 Optical Drive Eject Button 5 Dual State Power Button 11 Powe...

Page 11: ...nding plug The grounding plug is an important safety feature Plug the power cord into a grounded earthed outlet that is easily accessible at all times Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging...

Page 12: ...til the operating system is successfully installed Doing so may cause errors and prevent the operating system from installing properly Press the power button to turn on the computer The first time you...

Page 13: ...ally turning the power off This allows you to conserve energy without closing software applications later you can start using the computer immediately without having to restart the operating system an...

Page 14: ...packs 5 After the updates have been installed Windows will prompt you to reboot the computer Be sure to save any files or documents that you may have open before rebooting Then select Yes to reboot t...

Page 15: ...tal Software CDs NOTE HP highly recommends that you create a Recovery Disc Set immediately before using the computer and schedule regular automatic Recovery Point backups To create the Recovery Disc S...

Page 16: ...ete the installation The menu and books are displayed in the language chosen during initial system setup or as specified later in the Windows Regional Settings If the Regional Settings do not match on...

Page 17: ...the computer If the system will not shut down unplug the power cord wait a few seconds then plug it in again The computer will restart if automatic start on power loss is set in Computer Setup If it d...

Page 18: ...ftware uninstall the software and see if the computer functions properly Boot the computer to the Safe Mode to see if it will boot without all of the drivers loaded When booting the operating system u...

Page 19: ...the monitor serial number before calling Spend time troubleshooting the problem with the service technician Remove any hardware that was recently added to your system Remove any software that was rece...