HP Pavilion Dv3 4300 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

							Using antivirus software
When you use the computer to access e-mail, a network, or the Internet, you expose it to computer
viruses. Computer viruses can disable the operating system, programs, or utilities, or cause them to
function abnormally.
Antivirus software can detect most viruses, destroy them, and in most cases, repair any damage they
have caused. To provide ongoing protection against newly discovered viruses, antivirus software
must be kept up to date.
Norton Internet Security, an antivirus program, is preinstalled on the computer. The software includes
60 days of free updates. It is strongly recommended that you protect the computer against new
viruses beyond 60 days by purchasing extended update service. Instructions for using and updating
Norton Internet Security software and for purchasing extended update service are provided within the
program. To view and access Norton Internet Security, select Start > All Programs > Norton
Internet Security.
For more information about computer viruses, type viruses in the Search box in Help and Support.
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							Using firewall software
When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, unauthorized persons may be
able to gain access to the computer, your personal files, and information about you. Use the firewall
software preinstalled on the computer to protect your privacy.
Firewall features include logging and reporting of network activity, and automatic monitoring of all
incoming and outgoing traffic. Refer to the firewall user guide or contact your firewall manufacturer for
more information.
NOTE:Under some circumstances a firewall can block access to Internet games, interfere with
printer or file sharing on a network, or block authorized e-mail attachments. To temporarily resolve the
problem, disable the firewall, perform the task that you want to perform, and then reenable the
firewall. To permanently resolve the problem, reconfigure the firewall.
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							Installing critical security updates
CAUTION:Microsoft sends alerts regarding critical updates. To protect the computer from security
breaches and computer viruses, install all critical updates from Microsoft as soon as you receive an
alert.
Updates to the operating system and other software may have become available after the computer
was shipped. To be sure that all available updates are installed on the computer, observe these
guidelines:
●Run Windows Update as soon as possible after you set up your computer. Use the update link
at Start > All Programs > Windows Update.
●Run Windows Update monthly thereafter.
●Obtain updates to Windows and other Microsoft® programs, as they are released, from the
Microsoft Web site and through the updates link in Help and Support.
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							Installing an optional security cable
NOTE:A security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from
being mishandled or stolen.
1.Loop the security cable around a secured object.
2.Insert the key (1) into the cable lock (2).
3.Insert the cable lock into the security cable slot on the computer (3), and then lock the cable lock
with the key.
Using the fingerprint reader (select models only)
NOTE:The location of the fingerprint reader varies by computer model.
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							Locating the fingerprint reader
The fingerprint reader is a small metallic sensor that is located in one of the following areas of your
computer:
●Near the bottom of the TouchPad
●On the right side of the keyboard
●On the upper-right side of the display
●On the left side of the display
Depending on your computer model, the fingerprint reader may be oriented horizontally or vertically.
Both orientations require that you swipe your finger perpendicular to the metallic sensor.
Registering fingerprints
A fingerprint reader allows you to log on to Windows using a fingerprint that you have registered using
DigitalPersona Personal software, instead of using a Windows password.
To register one or more fingerprints, follow these steps:
1.In Windows, click the DigitalPersona Personal icon in the notification area, at the far right of
the taskbar.
2.Read the welcome text, and then click Next.
The “Verify Your Identity” page opens.
3.Type your Windows password, if one has been established, and then click Next.
NOTE:If you do not have a Windows password, the “Protect Your Windows Account” page
opens. You can create a Windows password at this time, or you can skip this step by clicking
Next. However, setting a Windows password optimizes the security of your computer.
The “Fingerprint Registration Training” page opens.
4.View the demonstration, and then click Next.
The “Register a Fingerprint” page opens.
5.Click the finger on the screen that corresponds to the finger you want to register.
The next page opens, outlining that finger in green.
6.Slowly swipe your chosen finger over the fingerprint sensor.
NOTE:If the swipe is not completed correctly, a message explains why the swipe was
unsuccessful.
NOTE:For best results, swipe the same finger in the same direction each time you use the
fingerprint reader.
7.Continue swiping the same finger over the fingerprint sensor until you have completed 4
successful swipes.
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							When the fingerprint is registered successfully, the “Register a Fingerprint” page opens again,
allowing you to register more fingerprints. Repeat steps 5 through 7 to register additional
fingerprints.
8.When you are finished registering fingerprints, click Next.
If you register only one fingerprint, a message recommends that you register additional
fingerprints. Click Yes to register more fingerprints, and then repeat steps 1 through 8 for each
fingerprint registered.
– or –
Click No if you do not want to register additional fingerprints. The “Registration Complete” page
opens.
9.Click Finish.
NOTE:Each user who wants fingerprint access to the computer must repeat steps 1 through 9.
Using your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows
To log on to Windows using your fingerprint, follow these steps:
1.Immediately after you have registered your fingerprints, restart Windows.
2.Swipe any of your registered fingers to log on to Windows.
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							A Setup Utility
Starting Setup Utility
Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your
Windows® operating system is not working.
NOTE:The fingerprint reader (select models only) cannot be used to access Setup Utility.
The utility reports information about the computer and provides settings for startup, security, and
other preferences.
To start Setup Utility:
▲Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for
Startup Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10.
– or –
1.Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for
Startup Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc.
2.When the Startup Menu is displayed, press f10.
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							Using Setup Utility
Changing the language of Setup Utility
The following procedure explains how to change the language of Setup Utility. If Setup Utility is not
already running, begin at step 1. If Setup Utility is already running, begin at step 2.
1.Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for
Startup Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10.
– or –
Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for
Startup Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. When the
Startup Menu is displayed, press f10.
2.Use the arrow keys to select System Configuration > Language, and then press enter.
3.Use the arrow keys to select a language, and then press enter.
4.When a confirmation prompt with your language selected is displayed, press enter.
5.To save your change and exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving
Changes, and then press enter.
Your change goes into effect immediately.
Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility
Because Setup Utility is not Windows based, it does not support the TouchPad. Navigation and
selection are by keystroke.
●To choose a menu or a menu item, use the arrow keys.
●To choose an item in a list or to toggle a field, for example an Enable/Disable field, use either the
arrow keys or f5 or f6.
●To select an item, press enter.
●To close a text box or return to the menu display, press esc.
●To display additional navigation and selection information while Setup Utility is open, press f1.
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							Displaying system information
The following procedure explains how to display system information in Setup Utility. If Setup Utility is
not open, begin at step 1. If Setup Utility is open, begin at step 2.
1.Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for
Startup Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10.
– or –
Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for
Startup Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. When the
Startup Menu is displayed, press f10.
2.Select the Main menu. System information such as the system time and date, and identification
information about the computer is displayed.
3.To exit Setup Utility without changing any settings, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit
Discarding Changes, and then press enter.
Restoring default settings in Setup Utility
The following procedure explains how to restore the Setup Utility default settings. If Setup Utility is not
already running, begin at step 1. If Setup Utility is already running, begin at step 2.
1.Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for
Startup Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10.
– or –
Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for
Startup Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. When the
Startup Menu is displayed, press f10.
2.Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Load Setup Defaults, and then press enter.
3.When the Setup Confirmation is displayed, press enter.
4.To save your change and exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving
Changes, and then press enter.
The Setup Utility default settings go into effect when the computer restarts.
NOTE:Your password, security, and language settings are not changed when you restore the
factory default settings.
Exiting Setup Utility
You can exit Setup Utility with or without saving changes.
●To exit Setup Utility and save your changes from the current session:
If the Setup Utility menus are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display. Then use the
arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter.
●To exit Setup Utility without saving your changes from the current session:
If the Setup Utility menus are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display. Then use the
arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter.
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							After either choice, the computer restarts in Windows.
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