Computer Setup—Security ............................................................................................................... 65
Computer Setup—Power .................................................................................................................. 68
Computer Setup—Advanced ............................................................................................................ 69
Safety and comfort .............................................................................................................................................. 72
Before you call for technical support .................................................................................................................. 72
Helpful hints ........................................................................................................................................................ 73
Solving general problems ................................................................................................................................... 74
Solving power problems ...................................................................................................................................... 78
Solving hard drive problems ............................................................................................................................... 79
Solving media card reader problems .................................................................................................................. 81
Solving display problems .................................................................................................................................... 82
Solving audio problems ....................................................................................................................................... 86
Solving printer problems ..................................................................................................................................... 88
Solving keyboard and mouse problems ............................................................................................................. 89
Solving Hardware Installation Problems ............................................................................................................ 91
Solving Network Problems .................................................................................................................................. 93
Solving memory problems .................................................................................................................................. 97
Solving processor problems ................................................................................................................................ 98
Solving CD-ROM and DVD problems .................................................................................................................... 99
Solving USB flash drive problems ..................................................................................................................... 101
Solving front panel component problems ........................................................................................................ 101
Solving Internet access problems ..................................................................................................................... 102
Solving software problems ............................................................................................................................... 103
POST numeric codes and text messages .......................................................................................................... 105
Interpreting POST diagnostic front panel LEDs and audible codes .................................................................. 112
Resetting the password jumper ........................................................................................................................ 115
Clearing and resetting the CMOS ....................................................................................................................... 116
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