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Table of Contents

Setting Up Your Computer........................................................................... 1

Checking the Computer Installation .............................................................................. 1

Connecting Speakers or Microphone ........................................................................... 4

Connecting to a Network............................................................................................ 7

Connecting a Modem ................................................................................................ 8

Connecting the Television Signal and Video Cables....................................................... 8

Turning On Your Computer for the First Time ............................................. 15

Turning Off the Computer ......................................................................................... 16

Restarting the Computer............................................................................................ 18

Connecting to the Internet ......................................................................................... 18

Adjusting the Speaker Volume................................................................................... 20

Selecting the Microphone ......................................................................................... 21

Protecting Your Computer ......................................................................................... 22

Configuring the Computer for Automatic Microsoft Software Updates............................. 23

Setting Up User Accounts.......................................................................................... 24

Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware Devices ............................................. 25

Transferring Files and Settings from an Old Computer to Your New Computer ................ 26

Special Features of Your Computer ............................................................ 27

Using the Memory Card Reader ................................................................................ 27

Using a Vertical CD/DVD Drive................................................................................. 29

Using LightScribe Technology.................................................................................... 30

Using the Remote Control.......................................................................................... 31

HP Easy Backup ...................................................................................................... 32

Peripheral Device Landing Pad and Cable Routing....................................................... 32

Using Software........................................................................................................

Getting More Information ......................................................................... 35

Using the Onscreen Help and Support Center ............................................................. 35

Accessing Support on the Web ................................................................................. 35

Finding Guides on the Web...................................................................................... 35

Finding Onscreen Guides ......................................................................................... 36

Using the PC Help & Tools Folder .............................................................................. 36

Using HP Total Care Advisor Software ....................................................................... 37

Using the Computer with Safety and Comfort .............................................................. 37

HP Pavilion a6826 Getting Started Guide

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