HP CQ36-108TX manual Using ExpressCards, Configuring an ExpressCard, Inserting an ExpressCard

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Using ExpressCards

An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that is inserted into the ExpressCard slot.

Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are designed to conform to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA).

Configuring an ExpressCard

Install only the software required for your device. If you are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer to install device drivers:

●Install only the device drivers for your operating system.

●Do not install other software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers, supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer.

Inserting an ExpressCard

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer and external media cards, do not insert a PC Card into an ExpressCard slot.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the connectors:

Use minimal force when inserting an ExpressCard.

Do not move or transport the computer when an ExpressCard is in use.

The ExpressCard slot may contain a protective insert. To remove the insert:

1.Press in on the insert (1) to unlock it.

2.Pull the insert out of the slot (2).

To insert an ExpressCard:

1.Hold the card label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer.

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Contents User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Pointing devices and keyboard Power management Drives External media cards 120 Top components Identifying the hardwareTouchPad Lights Buttons and fingerprint reader select models only Panel System and Security Power Options Keys Front componentsRight-side components Left-side components Bottom components Display components Wireless antennasAdditional hardware components Identifying the labels Page Wireless and local area network Identifying wireless and network status icons Using wireless devicesUsing the wireless button Using the wireless controlsUsing Wireless Assistant software select models only Using operating system controls Setting up a Wlan Using a WlanProtecting your Wlan Use a wireless transmitter with built-in security Connecting to a WlanRoaming to another network Inserting a SIM Using HP Mobile Broadband select models onlyPage Page Removing a SIM Page Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models onlyCannot connect to a Wlan Troubleshooting wireless connection problemsNetwork icon is not displayed Cannot connect to a preferred Wlan networkCurrent Wlan network security codes are unavailable Wlan connection is very weak Cannot connect to the wireless routerConnecting to a local area network LAN Setting pointing device preferences Using pointing devicesUsing the TouchPad Pointing devices and keyboardPinching select models only Rotating select models onlyUsing hotkeys Function Hotkey Description Fn+f5 Fn+f9 Using keypadsEnabling and disabling the embedded numeric keypad Using the embedded numeric keypadUsing an optional external numeric keypad Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboardSwitching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad Multimedia Multimedia featuresIdentifying your multimedia components Multimedia features Adjusting the volume Using the media activity hotkeys Using the media activity functionsInstalling multimedia software from a disc Using multimedia softwareMultimedia software Audio Connecting external audio devicesChecking your audio functions Page Connecting an Hdmi device Connecting an external monitor or projectorVideo Configuring audio for Hdmi select models only Webcam Adjusting webcam propertiesDisc tray does not open for removal of a disc TroubleshootingComputer does not detect the optical drive Disc does not play Movie stops, skips, or plays erratically Disc does not play automaticallyMovie is not visible on an external display Obtaining the latest HP device drivers Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers Setting power options Power managementUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting SleepInitiating and exiting Hibernation Using the battery meterSetting password protection on wakeup Using power plansViewing the current power plan Selecting a different power planConnecting the AC adapter Using external AC powerTesting an AC adapter Using battery powerUsing Battery Check Finding battery information in Help and SupportDisplaying the remaining battery charge Identifying batteriesInserting or removing the battery Charging a battery Managing low battery levels Maximizing battery discharge timeIdentifying low battery levels Resolving a low battery levelFully charge the battery Calibrating a batteryDischarge the battery Disable Hibernation and SleepFully recharge the battery Conserving battery powerReenable Hibernation and Sleep Disposing of a used battery Storing a batteryReplacing the battery Shutting down the computerClick Shut down Drives Identifying installed drivesHandling drives Identifying the installed optical drive Using an optical driveSelecting the right disc CDs, DVDs, and BDs Using optical discsCD-RW discs CD-R discsDVD±R discs DVD±RW discsPlaying a CD, DVD, or BD Configuring AutoPlayObserving the copyright warning Changing DVD region settingsCreating burning a CD or DVD Copying a CD or DVDImproving hard drive performance Using Disk DefragmenterRemoving an optical disc CD, DVD, or BD Using Disk Cleanup Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive ProtectionIdentifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status Replacing the hard drive Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection softwarePage Page Close the cover Tighten the 3 hard drive cover screws Drives Connecting a USB device Using a USB deviceExternal devices Removing a USB devicePage Connecting an eSATA device Using an eSATA deviceRemoving an eSATA device External media cards Inserting a digital card Using Digital Media Slot cardsRemoving a digital card Configuring an ExpressCard Using ExpressCardsInserting an ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCard Using ExpressCards Memory modules Adding or replacing memory modules Page Page Upgrading a memory module in the primary memory module slot Page Page Security Protecting the computer Computer risk Security featureSetting passwords in Windows Using passwordsAdministrator password Setting passwords in Setup UtilityManaging an administrator password Power-on passwordManaging a power-on password Using antivirus software Using firewall software Installing critical security updates Using the fingerprint reader select models only Installing an optional security cableRegistering fingerprints Locating the fingerprint readerUsing your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows Setup Utility Starting Setup Utility Changing the language of Setup Utility Using Setup UtilityNavigating and selecting in Setup Utility Exiting Setup Utility Restoring default settings in Setup UtilityDisplaying system information Page System Configuration menu Setup Utility MenusMain menu Security menuPrimary Hard Disk Self Test Diagnostics menuSoftware updates Determining the Bios version Updating the BiosDownloading a Bios update Page Updating programs and drivers Index Symbols/NumericsDVD SIM SIM

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