Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product Compaq 18-1200ix HP
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Copyright and License © Copyright 2011 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to chang e without notice. The only warranties for Hewlett-Packard products and services are set forth in the express statements accompanying such products and services.
1 Getting information Type of information Where to find ● Set up you r compute r. Quick Setup (t his Guide) ● Use the comp uter. ● Connect to th e Internet. Quick Setup (t his Guide) ● See how-to videos about using the features of your computer.
2 Setting up your computer WARNING! To reduce the risk of electr ical shock or damage to your equipment: • Place the computer in a location away from water, dust, moisture, and soot. These can increase the inside temperatur e, or can cause fire or electrocution.
Connecting to the Internet Steps to connect to the Internet: 1. Connect the hardware as shown on the setup view. 2. Get Internet service. ● Sign up with an Internet Service Pr ovider (ISP). If you already have an account with an ISP , skip this st ep and follow the instructi ons provided by the ISP.
3 Setting up additional features Using an HDMI monitor (select models only) If your computer has a graphics card with an HDMI (High Defi nition Multimedia Interface) connect or, Hewlett-Packa rd recommend s using a DVI or VGA connector for a monitor, and using HDMI to conn ect a TV.
4 Maintaining your computer Cleaning procedures Keeping your computer system free o f dust, dirt, and heat wil l prolong its life. ● Dust, pet hair, and other particles can build up, creating a bl anket effect; as a result, compo nents can overheat or, in the case of the keyboard and mouse, not work sm oothly and effectiv ely.
Cleaning the keyboard and mouse When cleani ng the keyboard k eys, use a low setting on a battery-powered v acuum cleaner , to avoid r emoving key cap s and spr ings.
5 Troubleshooting Refer to the documentation provided by the product manufactur er for information about peripheral-s pecific problems, s uch as issu es with a monitor or a printer. The following tables present some issues you might encounter while installing, startin g up, or using your comput er and possible solutions.
Power Symptom Possible solution Computer doe s not turn off when the Power button is presse d. Press an d hold the Power button until the computer tu rns off. Check Power Settings. Computer s huts down automatically. ● The computer might be in an exc eedingly hot e nvironment.
Keyboard and mouse (general) Symptom Possible solution Keyboard commands and typing are not recognized by the computer . Use the mouse to turn off the computer, unpl ug and reconn e ct the keyboard to the back of your computer, and then restart your computer.
Keyboard and mouse (wireless) Symptom Possible solution Wireless keyboard or mouse does not work or is not detected. ● Ensure that you are us ing the wireless keyboa rd or wireless mouse within rang.
Speakers and sound Symptom Possible solution If you use an High-Definitio n Multime dia Interfa ce (HDMI) co nnector on the g raphics card (select models onl y) to connec t your monit or to the comput.
Symptom Possible solution I cannot conn ect to the Internet. Verify that you a re using the prop er cables for your Internet connection type. Your computer m ight have a dial-u p modem and an Ethe rnet n etwork ada pter (als o called a network interface ca rd, or NIC).
6 Support information Ways to get help Easy to reach. Easy to use. Award-winn ing HP Customer Support is our promise to help you get the most from your comput er. Whether with tools located on your computer, from information on th e web, by phone, or through your local retailer, you’ll find what you need.
These services are cov ered during the warranty period. There are a few limitations and exclusions to the warranty (as well as some important details), which are descri bed in the Hardware Limited Warranty section of the Limited Warranty and Support Guide .
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Printed in The pow e r to m ake a c hange Th ank you for your pu r chase. HP is dedi ca ted to pr oduc ing the highest qua lity, best performi ng , an d ea si est to use co mputers in the world. HP also d es igned this product with the en vi ronment in mind.
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