HP dc5700 - Manual (Page 9)

Service Reference Guide, dc5700 437804-001 1–1
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Installing the Operating System
Ä CAUTION: Do not add optional hardware or third-party devices to your computer until the operating
system is successfully installed. Doing so may cause errors and may prevent the operating system from
installing properly.
Once the automatic installation has begun, DO NOT TURN OFF THE COMPUTER UNTIL THE PROCESS
IS COMPLETE. Turning off the computer during the installation process might damage the software that
runs the computer or prevent its proper installation.
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Be sure there is a 10.2-cm (4-inch) clearance at the back of the unit and above the monitor to
permit the required airflow.
The first time the computer is turned on, the operating system is automatically installed. This
takes approximately 10 minutes, depending on the operating system being installed. Carefully
read and follow the instructions that appear on the screen to complete the installation.
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If the computer shipped with more than one operating system language on the hard drive, the
installation process could take up to 60 minutes.
If the computer was not shipped with a Microsoft operating system, some portions of this
documentation do not apply. For complete operating system installation and configuring
instructions, refer to the operating system documentation. Additional information is available in
online help.
Microsoft security updates are available on the Microsoft Web site.
1.1 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers
To install optional hardware devices after the operating system installation is complete, the
drivers for each of the devices must also be installed.
If prompted for the I386 directory, replace the path specification with C:\i386, or use the Browse
button in the dialog box to locate the i386 folder. This action points the operating system to the
appropriate drivers.
Obtain the latest support software, including support software for the operating system from
www.hp.com/support
. Select the appropriate country and language then, select Download
drivers and software, enter the model number of the computer, and press
Enter
.
You can also obtain the latest support software on CDs. The following Web site provides
information on how to purchase a support software CD subscription:
http://h18000.www1.hp.com/support/files/desktops/us/purchase.html.
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If the computer has a writable optical drive, install the appropriate application to be able to write
to the drive.