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7 USB devices 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 system, an optional docking device, or an optional expansion product. 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 device has 2 USB ports, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. Depending on the model, the device may also have a USB SmartDrive, which supports an optional HP Disk-On-Key. An optional USB hub, optional docking device, or an optional expansion product provides additional USB ports that can be used with the device. 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, connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. NOTE: When you connect a USB device, you may see a message in the notification area to let you know that the device is recognized by the system. Using a USB device 49

Section	Page
Knowing the parts	9
Identifying the hardware	9
Top components	9
TouchPad	9
Light	10
Keys	11
Front components	11
Right-side components	13
Left-side components	13
Display components	14
Bottom components	15
Wireless antennae	16
Additional hardware components	17
Identifying the labels	17
Power management	19
Setting power options	19
Using power-saving states	19
Initiating and exiting Standby	19
Initiating and exiting Hibernation	20
Using power schemes	20
Viewing the current scheme	20
Selecting a different power scheme	21
Customizing power schemes	21
Setting password protection upon exiting Standby	21
Using external AC power	21
Connecting the AC adapter	22
Using battery power	22
Displaying the remaining battery charge	23
Inserting or removing the battery	23
Charging a battery	24
Maximizing battery discharge time	25
Managing low battery levels	25
Identifying low battery levels	25
Resolving a low battery level	26
Resolving a low battery level when external power is available	26
Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available	26
Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available	26
Resolving a low battery level when the device cannot exit Hibernation	26
Calibrating a battery	26
Step 1: Fully charge the battery	26
Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Standby	27
Step 3: Discharge the battery	27
Step 4: Fully recharge the battery	28
Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Standby	28
Conserving battery power	28
Storing a battery	28
Disposing of a used battery	28
Shutting down the device	29
Internet	30
Connecting to a wired network	31
Connecting to a wireless network	32
Using wireless devices	32
Identifying wireless and network status icons	32
Using the wireless controls	33
Using the wireless switch	33
Using HP Connection Manager software (select models only)	33
Using HP Wireless Assistant software	33
Using a WLAN	34
Setting up a WLAN	34
Protecting your WLAN	35
Connecting to a WLAN	36
Roaming to another network	36
Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only)	37
Inserting a SIM	37
Removing a SIM	38
Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only)	40
Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS)	40
Multimedia	41
Multimedia features	41
Identifying your multimedia components	41
Adjusting the volume	43
Multimedia software	44
Using other preinstalled multimedia software	44
Installing multimedia software from the Internet	44
Audio	45
Connecting external audio devices	45
Checking your audio functions	45
Video	46
Connecting an external monitor or projector	46
Webcam	47
Security	48
Protecting the device	48
Using passwords	48
Setting passwords in Windows	49
Setting passwords in Setup Utility	49
Administrator password	50
Managing an administrator password	50
Entering an administrator password	50
Power-on password	50
Managing a power-on password	51
Entering a power-on password	51
Using antivirus software	52
Using firewall software	53
Installing critical updates	54
Digital cards	55
Inserting a digital card	55
Stopping and removing a digital card	56
USB devices	57
Using a USB device	57
Connecting a USB device	57
Stopping and removing a USB device	58
Using the HP Mini Mobile Drive Bay (select models only)	59
Inserting the HP Mini Mobile Drive	59
Stopping and removing the HP Mini Mobile Drive	59
Pointing devices and keyboard	61
Setting pointing device preferences	62
Using pointing devices	62
Using the TouchPad	62
Connecting an external mouse	62
Using the keyboard	62
Using hotkeys	62
Initiating Standby (fn+f1)	63
Switching the screen image (fn+f2)	64
Decreasing screen brightness (fn+f3)	64
Increasing screen brightness (fn+f4)	64
Initiating QuickLock (fn+f6)	64
Muting speaker sound (fn+f8)	64
Decreasing speaker sound (fn+f10)	64
Increasing speaker sound (fn+f11)	65
Drives	66
Identifying installed drives	66
Handling drives	66
Using external drives	67
Using optional external devices	67
Memory modules	68
Updating software	71
Updating the BIOS	72
Determining the BIOS version	72
Downloading a BIOS update	72
Updating programs and drivers	74
Setup Utility	75
Starting the Setup Utility	75
Using the Setup Utility	75
Changing the language of the Setup Utility	75
Navigating and selecting in the Setup Utility	75
Displaying system information	76
Restoring default settings in the Setup Utility	76
Exiting the Setup Utility	76
Setup Utility menus	77
Main menu	77
Security menu	77
System Configuration menu	77
Diagnostics menu	78

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USB devices

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 system, an optional docking device, or an optional expansion product.

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 device has 2 USB ports, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. Depending on the

model, the device may also have a USB SmartDrive, which supports an optional HP Disk-On-Key. An

optional USB hub, optional docking device, or an optional expansion product provides additional USB

ports that can be used with the device.

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, connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port.

You will hear a sound when the device has been detected.

NOTE:

When you connect a USB device, you may see a message in the notification area to let you

know that the device is recognized by the system.

Using a USB device