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    External Devices Document Part Number: 419666-001 January 2007 This guide explains how to use optional external devices with the computer.
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    Contents 1 Using a USB device Connecting a USB device 1-2 Stopping a USB device 1-2 Required USB software 1-3 USB legacy support 1-3 2 Using a 1394 device Connecting a 1394 device 2-1 Stopping a 1394 device 2-2 Required 1394 software 2-2 3 Using the docking connector External Devices ii
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    , drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the computer or to an optional docking device. A hub provides additional USB ports for the system and can be connected to the computer or to another hub. The computer has 3 standard USB ports that support USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices. An optional docking device
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    system will issue a sound to indicate that a device has been detected. ✎ The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is displayed in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. Stopping a USB device Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of information or
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    enter. 3. Use the arrow keys to enable or disable USB legacy support, and then press f10. 4. To save your preferences and exit Computer Setup, use the arrow keys to select File > Save changes and exit. Then follow the instructions on the screen. Your preferences go into effect when the computer
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    to the computer. Scanners, digital cameras, and digital camcorders often require a 1394 connection. The computer 1394 port, illustrated below, also supports IEEE 1394a devices. Connecting a 1394 device Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to the 1394 port connectors, use minimal force to connect a 1394
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    the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. ✎ To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon, click the Show Hidden Icons icon (< or >>) in the notification area , refer to the manufacturer's instructions included with the device. 2-2 External Devices
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    3 Using the docking connector The docking connector on the bottom of the computer allows you to connect the computer to an optional docking device. An optional docking device provides additional ports and connectors that can be used with the computer. External Devices 3-1
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    2007 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements
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External Devices
Document Part Number: 419666-001
January 2007
This guide explains how to use optional external devices with the
computer.