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User’s Guide/Warranty and Support Guide
HP Media Center Extender
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Before contacting HP Total Care, it’s important to have the following information handy. Please take a moment to write down your product information for future reference. Product Name: _________________________________________________________ Model Number: ________________________________________________________ System or Product Number: ________________________________________________________ Serial Number: _________________________________________________________ Purchase Date:
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Media Center Extender User’s Guide System Requirements The Media Center Extender has the following system requirements: Must have an HP Media Center PC or HP Digital Entertainment Center running Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005. Must have a high speed network connection between the HP Media Center PC or HP Digital Entertainment Center and the Media Center Extender device. If you are using a wireless network, the HP Media Center PC or HP Digital Entertainment Center must still be conne
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Media Center Extender Tools Three tools are available for you to maintain the Media Center Extender and monitor its performance. These tools are installed onto the HP Media Center PC or HP Digital Entertainment Center. Media Center Extender Manager Use the Media Center Extender Manager to add another Media Center Extender to your HP Media Center PC or HP Digital Entertainment Center, or to update the software for the Media Center Extender. To use the Media Center Extender Manager, go to th
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Windows Media Center START button The Windows Media Center START button is a green button located on the front panel of the Media Center Extender. Press the button to display the Media Center Start page on the Media Center Extender. No matter what page you are viewing, you can press the button to return to the Start page. NOTE: The Media Center START button on the front of the Media Center Extender works the same as the Media Center Start button on the remote control. Arrow keys On the
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Troubleshooting The Media Center Extender might display an error code on screen such as the following picture: If this screen appears, the number in the triangle on the lower-left corner will be a 1, 2, 3, or 4. Use the following table to determine what the error means and action you need to take to correct the error. Error Code Error Action Required 1 The Media Center Extender is defective and must Contact HP to determine how to return the Media be returned for repair. Center Exten
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Don’t Forget to Register! Go to: http://register.hp.com Registration is quick, easy and offers: E-mail updates containing notifications about product enhancements, the most recent support alerts, and • driver updates specific to the product(s) you own. The HP newsgram, our monthly online magazine packed full of product news, support tips, project ideas, • and much more. Visit us at: http://subscription.support.hp.com Where to Get Help HP offers a wide variety of service and support
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Warranty and License Information HP Total Care HP Total Care provides fast, friendly, and effective expert advice for all your HP products. If you have a question or if a problem arises, we offer extensive service and support options around the clock to better handle your needs. For more information on your support and services options visit: http://www.hp.com/home/ownerservices When should I contact HP phone service and support? You either do not have Internet access, or cannot connect t
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HP Out-of-Warranty Support Options Even after your warranty has ended, HP can still provide you with service and support options: For Visa and MasterCard holders in the United States or calls from Canada, please call • 1-(800)-474-6836 [1-(800) HP invent] or 905-206-4663 (local to Mississauga). 1 time technical support, $40* U.S. per call • 1 year unlimited technical support $75* U.S. • *Prices are subject to change without notice and may vary based on your product. Fees are charged t
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This Limited Warranty is applicable in all countries/regions and may be enforced in any country/region where HP or its authorized service providers offer warranty service subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Limited Warranty. However, warranty service availability and response times may vary from country/region to country/region and may also be subject to registration requirements in the country/region of purchase. If so, your HP authorized service provider can provide you w
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YOU SHOULD MAKE PERIODIC BACKUP COPIES OF THE DATA STORED ON YOUR HARD DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AS A PRECAUTION AGAINST POSSIBLE FAILURES, ALTERATION, OR LOSS OF THE DATA. BEFORE RETURNING ANY UNIT FOR SERVICE, BE SURE TO BACK UP DATA AND REMOVE ANY CONFIDENTIAL, PROPRIETARY, OR PERSONAL INFORMATION. HP IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY PROGRAMS, DATA, OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA. HP IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE RESTORATION OR REINSTALLATION OF ANY PROGRAMS OR DATA OTHER T
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Types of Warranty Service To enable HP to provide the best possible support and service during the Limited Warranty Period, you may be directed by HP to verify configurations, load most recent firmware, install software patches, run HP diagnostics tests, or use HP remote support solutions where applicable. HP strongly encourages you to accept the use of, or to employ available support technologies provided by HP. If you choose not to deploy available remote support capabilities, you may inc
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EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THE APPLICABLE SOFTWARE END-USER LICENSE OR PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENT, OR IF OTHERWISE PROVIDED UNDER LOCAL LAW, SOFTWARE PRODUCTS, INCLUDING ANY SOFTWARE PRODUCTS OR THE OPERATING SYSTEM PREINSTALLED BY HP ARE PROVIDED “AS IS”. HP’s only warranty obligations with respect to software distributed by HP under the HP brand name are set forth in the applicable end-user license or program license agreement provided with that software. If the removable media on which HP dist
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer’s Name: Hewlett-Packard Company Manufacturer’s Address: Hewlett-Packard Company 10500 Ridgeview Court Cupertino, CA 95014 declares, that the product(s) Product: Personal computer Model Number(s): S0000, SR1000, SA3000, m000, m1000, m5000, d1000, a000, t000, 8000, 9000, x5000 series Product Options: All conforms to the following Product Specifications: Safety: IEC 60950: 1999 / EN609
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Regulatory and Safety Information WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment, loss of information, bodily harm, or loss of life. WARNING: Please read the “Additional Safety Information” located later in this document before installing and connecting your device to the electrical power system. FCC Regulatory and Safety Information (USA Only) Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interfe
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Additional Safety Information This product has not been evaluated for connection to an “IT” power system (an AC distribution system with no direct connection to earth, according to IEC 60950). AC Power Safety Warning WARNING: Install the device near an AC outlet. The AC power cord is your device’s main AC disconnecting device and must be easily accessible at all times. For your safety, the power cord provided with your device has a grounded plug. Always use the power cord with a proper
