HP 2 Base Model manual Using optional external devices, Using optional external drives

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Using optional external devices

NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which port to use, refer to the manufacturer's instructions.

To connect an external device to the Slate:

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when connecting a powered device, be sure that the device is turned off and the AC power cord is unplugged.

1.Connect the device to the Slate.

2.If you are connecting a powered device, plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet.

3.Turn on the device.

To disconnect an unpowered external device, turn off the device, and then disconnect it from the Slate. To disconnect a powered external device, turn off the device, disconnect it from the Slate, and then unplug the AC power cord.

Using optional external drives

Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. A USB drive (purchased separately) can be added by connecting the drive to a USB port on the Slate or the HP Slate Dock.

USB drives include the following types:

●1.44-megabyte diskette drive

●Hard drive module

●External optical drive (CD, DVD, and Blu-ray)

●MultiBay device

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Contents User Guide Product notice Software termsSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Multimedia Using Disk Defragmenter Using Disk Cleanup Viii Input power Operating environment Page Welcome Finding information Resources For information aboutLimited Warranty ResourcesChanging the view Using the touch screenGetting to know your Slate Landscape view Portrait view Flicking Adjusting the screen brightnessTapping Dragging ScrollingRotating PinchingSetting touch screen preferences Using the on-screen keyboard On-screen keyboard optionsUsing the Swype keyboard Using the digital pen select models only Updating the software installed on the Slate Identifying the software on the SlateKnowing the parts Top edgeBottom edge Component DescriptionTap Control Panel , tap System and Security , Then tap Power OptionsRight edge Wlan Left edge Opening the label trayDisplay RearUsing an Internet service provider ISP Networking select models onlyConnecting to a wireless network Connecting to an existing WlanSetting up a new Wlan network Configuring a wireless routerProtecting your Wlan Roaming to another networkCreating a wireless connection Identifying wireless and network status iconsTurning wireless devices on or off Icon Name DescriptionUsing HP Connection Manager select models only Using operating system controlsBluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Using GPS select models onlyUsing Bluetooth wireless devices select models only Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Inserting a SIM Removing a SIMMultimedia Identifying your multimedia componentsAdjusting the volume AudioChecking audio functions on the Slate Tap Hardware and Sound, and then tap SoundUsing HP Slate Camera CamerasHP Slate Camera IconDescriptionMultimedia Power management Shutting down the SlateInitiating and exiting Sleep Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Using the power meter Initiating and exiting HibernationUsing power plans Viewing the current power planSelecting a different power plan Customizing power plansSetting password protection on wakeup Using battery power Displaying the remaining battery chargeMaximizing battery discharge time Managing low battery levelsConserving battery power Resolving a low battery levelUsing external AC power Protecting the Slate from power surgesDrives Using Disk DefragmenterUsing Disk Cleanup Inserting a digital card Using Media Card Reader cards select models onlyExternal cards and devices Removing a digital card Using a USB device Connecting a USB deviceRemoving a USB device Using optional external devices Using optional external drivesDocking the Slate to the HP Slate Dock select models only Securing your Slate and information Slate risk Security featureKeeping your Slate safe Password Function Using passwordsSetting Windows passwords Setting Setup Utility Bios passwords BiosUsing antivirus software Using firewall softwareInstalling software updates Managing Internet privacySecuring your wireless network Installing Windows security updatesInstalling HP and third-party software updates Backing up your software applications and informationBackup and recovery Backing up your information Performing a system recovery Using the Windows recovery toolsUsing a Windows 7 operating system DVD purchased separately Select Repair your computerMaintenance Cleaning your SlateCleaning products Cleaning proceduresCleaning the sides and cover Cleaning a tablet PC pen and pen holder select models onlyUpdating programs and drivers Using SoftPaq Download Manager Starting Setup Utility Setup Utility Bios and System DiagnosticsUsing Setup Utility Bios Using Setup Utility Changing the language of Setup UtilityNavigating and selecting in Setup Utility Displaying system informationRestoring factory settings in Setup Utility Exiting Setup UtilityUpdating the Bios Determining the Bios versionDownloading a Bios update Tap Start, tap Help and Support, and then tap MaintainBios Setup Menu Diagnostics menuMain menu Security menuSystem Configuration menu Using System Diagnostics Traveling with the Slate Page Troubleshooting resources Electrostatic discharge Operating environment SpecificationsInput power Bios IndexPasswords Wlan

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