HP Compaq Presario CQ56-110US Notebook PC - Manual (Page 9)

1 Welcome
● Finding information
After you set up and register the computer, take the following steps:
● 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 14 .
● Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. Refer to Getting to know your
computer on page 3 and Pointing devices and keyboard on page 21 for additional information.
● Find installed software—Access a list of the software preinstalled on the computer. Select
Computer > More Applications. The list of preinstalled software is displayed.
NOTE: For details about using the software included with the computer, select Computer >
Help. You can also refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with
the software or on the manufacturer's website.
● Update programs and drivers—Update your programs and drivers with the latest versions on a
regular basis. When your computer is registered, it will automatically be updated with the latest
versions. When you register, you can choose to receive automatic notifications when updates
become available. The automatic notifications for operating system updates are available for 90
days. You can also go to
http://www.hp.com/support to download updates from HP.
Finding information
The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks.
Resources For information about
Quick Setup poster ● How to set up the computer
● How to identify computer components
Linux Help
To access the Linux Help, select Computer > Help.
● Computer software
● Computer settings
● Connecting to the Internet
● Computer utilities
Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices
To access the notices, select Computer > Help.
● Regulatory and safety information
● Battery disposal information
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