HP 820 Operation & User’s Manual

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WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surf ...

IMPORTANT: Select computer models are configured with an Intel® Pentium® N35xx series or a Celeron® N28xx/N29xx series processor and a Windows® operating system. If your computer is configured as described, do not change the processor configuration setting in msconfig.exe from 4 or 2 processors to 1 processor. If you do so, your computer will not restart. You will have to perform a factory reset to r ...

1 Welcome ....................................................................................................................................................... 1 Finding information ............................................................................................................................................... 2 2 Getting to know your computer ............................................................................. ...

Using pointing devices ......................................................................................................................................... 25 Setting pointing device preferences ................................................................................................. 25 Using the pointing sti ...

Shutting down the computer .............................................................................................................................. 41 Setting power options ........................................................................................................................... ...

Using the expansion port (select models only) ................................................................................ 55 8 Drives ......................................................................................................................................................... 56 Handling drives ...... ...

Adding or replacing memory modules ................................................................................................................ 73 Cleaning your computer ............................................................................................................................ ...

Using HP Sure Start (select models only) ........................................................................................................... 90 14 Support ....................................................................................................................................... ...

smart investment: ● Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the Internet. For more information, see Connecting to a network on page 17. ● Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The software is preinstalled on the computer. For more information ...

that provide product details, how-to information, and more, use this table. Resources For information about Setup Instructions poster ● How to set up the computer ● Help to identify computer components Help and Support To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support. To access the latest user guide, go to http://ww ...

IMPORTANT: Do NOT return your HP product to the addresses above. For U.S. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP. For worldwide support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html. Finding information 3 ...

Right NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. Component Description (1) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also connects an optional headset microphone. This jack does not support optional microphone-only devices. WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volu ...

(7) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. Component Description (1) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also connects an optional headset microphone. This jack does not support optional microphone-only devices. WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, a ...

Component Description (1) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. (2) Vents Enables airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. ...

Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. (2) Vents Enables airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operatio ...

Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLAN). (2) WWAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide area networks (WWAN). (3) Internal microphones Record sound. (4) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. (5) Webcam Records video and captures photographs. Some models allow you to video conference and chat online using stream ...