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Using a USB device

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1 Using a USB device Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that can be used to connect an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub. Devices can be connected to the computer or an optional docking device. Some USB devices may require additional support software, which is usually included with the device. For more information about device-specific software, refer to the manufacturer's instructions. The computer has two USB ports. The USB port on the right side of the computer is a standard USB port. Depending on your computer model, the USB port on the left side of the computer is either a standard USB port or a powered USB port. A powered USB port provides power to an external device if used with a powered USB cable. The USB ports on the computer support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. An optional docking device or USB hub provides additional USB ports that can be used with the computer. ENWW 1

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Using a USB device
Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that can be used to connect an optional external
device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub. Devices can be connected to
the computer or an optional docking device.
Some USB devices may require additional support software, which is usually included with the device.
For more information about device-specific software, refer to the manufacturer's instructions.
The computer has two USB ports. The USB port on the right side of the computer is a standard USB
port. Depending on your computer model, the USB port on the left side of the computer is either a
standard USB port or a powered USB port. A powered USB port provides power to an external device
if used with a powered USB cable. The USB ports on the computer support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB
2.0 devices. An optional docking device or USB hub provides additional USB ports that can be used
with the computer.
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