Owner's manual

Multimedia software
Your computer includes preinstalled multimedia software that allows you to play music, watch movies,
and view pictures.
Using HP MediaSmart software
HP MediaSmart turns the computer into a mobile entertainment center. Enjoy music and DVD and BD
movies, view Internet and live TV, and manage and edit your photo collections.
NOTE: Use an optional external TV tuner (purchased separately) to watch, record, and pause live TV
on the computer.
MediaSmart includes:
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Listen to Internet radio stations, such as Pandora Internet radio (North America only).
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Photo and video upload support
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Upload photos to Internet photo storage sites, such as Snapfish.
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Upload home videos to YouTube.
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Internet TV—With an Internet connection, play music and watch television or the HP-TV channel.
To start MediaSmart, click the MediaSmart icon in the task bar.
Using other preinstalled multimedia software
To locate other preinstalled multimedia software:
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Select Start > All Programs, and then open the multimedia program you want to use. For example,
if you want to use Windows Media Player (select models only), click Windows Media Player.
NOTE: Some programs may be located in subfolders.
Installing multimedia software from the Internet
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To install multimedia software from the Internet, go to the software manufacturer’s Web site and
follow the instructions.
NOTE: Software downloaded from the Internet may contain viruses. Refer to the “Security” chapter
for more information.
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