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11 Hardware upgrades 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 may have up to 3 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. NOTE: To view the status of the USB ports, use the USB Storage Options utility. Refer to the "Securing USB ports" section in this chapter for additional information. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To prevent damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect a USB device. ▲ To connect a USB device to the computer, connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port. Using a USB device 69

Section	Page
Notebook tour	11
Identifying the hardware	11
Top components	11
Pointing devices	11
Lights	12
Buttons and switches	13
Keys	14
Display	15
Front components	16
Right-side components	17
Left-side components	18
Rear components	19
Bottom components	20
Wireless antennas	21
Identifying the labels	22
Enhanced Write Filter (EWF)	23
Using the Enhanced Write Filter (EWF) command line control utility	24
Using the Enhanced Write Filter (EWF) utility	26
Using the Enhanced Write Filter (EWF) status utility	27
Configuration	28
Local drives	28
Drive Z	28
HP RAMDisk	28
Drive C	28
Saving files	29
Mapping network drives	29
Roaming profiles	29
User accounts	30
Creating a new user account	30
Creating user profiles	30
Applications	32
Remote Desktop Connection	32
HP Virtual Client Essentials	33
HP Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) Multimedia and USB Enhancements	33
HP Remote Graphics Software (RGS)	33
HP Session Allocation Manager (SAM)	33
TeemNT Terminal Emulation	33
Altiris Client Agent	34
HP Device Manager	34
HP Client Automation	34
HP DHCP Settings Update Client	34
HP ThinState Capture	35
HP ThinState Deploy	36
Microsoft Internet Explorer	37
Windows Media Player 11	37
Macromedia Flash Player (select models only)	37
Pointing devices and keyboard	38
Using pointing devices	38
Setting pointing device preferences	38
Using the TouchPad	38
Using the pointing stick	38
Connecting an external mouse	38
Using hotkeys	39
Displaying system information (fn+esc)	39
Initiating Standby (fn+f3)	40
Switching the screen image (fn+f4)	40
Viewing battery charge information (fn+f8)	40
Decreasing screen brightness (fn+f9)	40
Increasing screen brightness (fn+f10)	40
Using the HP Quick Launch Buttons	41
Accessing the Quick Launch Buttons control panel	42
Displaying the Q Menu	42
Using the keypads	43
Using the embedded numeric keypad	43
Enabling and disabling the embedded numeric keypad	43
Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad	44
Using an optional external numeric keypad	44
Power	45
Power control and light locations	45
Shutting down the computer	46
Setting power options	47
Using power-saving states	47
Initiating and exiting Standby	47
Setting password protection upon exiting Standby	48
Using battery power	48
Displaying the remaining battery charge	48
Inserting or removing the battery	49
Charging a battery	50
Managing low battery levels	51
Identifying low battery levels	51
Resolving a low battery level	51
Resolving a low battery level when external power is available	51
Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available	51
Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available	51
Conserving battery power	51
Storing a battery	52
Disposing of a used battery	52
Using external AC power	53
Connecting the AC adapter	53
Multimedia	55
Using multimedia hardware	55
Using the audio features	55
Using the audio-in (microphone) jack	56
Using the audio-out (headphone) jack	56
Adjusting the volume	57
Using the video features	58
Using the external monitor port	58
Using multimedia software	59
Opening preinstalled multimedia software	59
Using multimedia software	59
Preventing playback disruptions	59
Changing DVD region settings	60
Observing the copyright warning	60
Wireless	61
About integrated wireless devices	61
Using wireless controls	61
Using the wireless button	61
Using operating system controls	61
Using WLAN	61
Setting up a WLAN	62
Connecting to a WLAN	63
Using wireless security features	63
Identifying a WLAN device	63
Modem and LAN	64
Using a modem	64
Connecting a modem cable	64
Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter	65
Selecting a location setting	66
Viewing the current location selection	66
Adding new locations when traveling	67
Solving travel connection problems	68
Connecting to a local area network	69
Security	70
Protecting the computer	70
Using passwords	71
Setting passwords in Windows	71
Using administrator and user passwords	71
Automatic logon	71
Manual logon	72
Administrator logon	72
Setting passwords in Computer Setup	72
Using a setup password	72
Managing a setup password	73
Entering a setup password	73
Using a power-on password	73
Managing a power-on password	74
Entering a power-on password	74
Requiring a power-on password at restart	74
Using Microsoft Windows Firewall	75
Configuring Microsoft Windows Firewall	75
Gathering configuration information	76
Troubleshooting applications	76
Identifying failure symptoms	76
Adding exceptions	76
Adding a program	77
Adding a port	77
Installing a security cable	78
Hardware upgrades	79
Using a USB device	79
Connecting a USB device	79
Removing a USB device	80
Securing USB ports	80
Using the USB Storage Options utility	80
Using the expansion port	80
Using PC Cards	81
Inserting and removing a PC Card	81
Using SD Card Reader cards	83
Inserting a digital card	83
Removing a digital card	84
Adding a printer	85
Adding printers using a text-only print driver	85
Using manufacturer print drivers	86
Drives	87
Identifying installed drives	87
Handling drives	87
Using optical drives (select models only)	88
Inserting an optical disc (CD or DVD)	88
Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD)	89
When the disc tray opens	89
When the disc tray does not open	90
Using external drives	92
Using optional external devices	92
Using an optional external MultiBay or external MultiBay II	92
Memory modules	93
Multiboot	97
About the boot order device	97
Enabling boot devices in Computer Setup	98
Considering boot order changes	99
Choosing Multiboot preferences	100
Setting a new boot order in Computer Setup	100
Choosing a boot device using the F9 prompt	100
Computer Setup	101
Starting Computer Setup	101
Using Computer Setup	102
Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup	102
Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup	103
Computer Setup menus	104
File menu	104
Security menu	104
Diagnostics menu	104
System Configuration menu	105
Routine care	106
Cleaning the display	106
Cleaning the keyboard	106
Traveling and shipping	106

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Hardware upgrades

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 may have up to 3 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.

NOTE:

To view the status of the USB ports, use the USB Storage Options utility. Refer to the “Securing

USB ports” section in this chapter for additional information.

Connecting a USB device

CAUTION:

To prevent damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect a USB device.

▲

To connect a USB device to the computer, connect the USB cable for the device to the USB

port.

Using a USB device