Getting Started - Windows 7

1Welcome

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Finding information

After you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps:

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Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the

Internet. For more information, refer to

Networking on page 15.

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Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The

software is preinstalled on the computer and includes a limited subscription for free updates. For

more information, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. For instructions on accessing this

guide, refer to

Finding information on page 2.

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Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. Refer to

Getting to know your

computer on page 4 and Keyboard and pointing devices on page 19 for additional information.

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Create recovery discs—Recover the operating system and software to factory settings in case

of system instability or failure. For instructions, refer to

Backup and recovery on page 34.

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Find installed software—Access a list of the software preinstalled on the computer. Select

Start > All Programs. For details about using the software included with the computer, refer to the

software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software or on the

manufacturer's website.