HP XU016UT Using ExpressCards select models only, Removing a PC Card, Configuring an ExpressCard

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NOTE: To conserve power, stop or remove a PC Card when it is not in use.

Removing a PC Card

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, stop a PC Card before removing it.

1.Save your information and close all programs associated with the PC Card.

2.Click the remove hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

3.Release and remove the PC Card:

a.Press the PC Card eject button (1).

This action extends the button into position for releasing the PC Card.

b.Press the PC Card eject button again to release the PC Card.

c.Pull the PC Card (2) out of the slot.

Using ExpressCards (select models only)

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

PCMCIA.

Configuring an ExpressCard

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

●Install only the device drivers for your operating system.

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

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Contents HP Notebook Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents VGA Hdmi External cards and devices Cleaning your computer Cleaning products Viii Computer Setup Bios and System Diagnostics Page Finding more information about your new computer IntroductionWindows Creating a wireless connectionIdentifying wireless and network status icons Networking select models onlyWindows Vista Click Start All Programs HP HP Connection Manager Turning wireless devices on or offUsing HP Connection Manager select models only Using operating system controlsSelect Start Connect to Using a WlanConnecting to an existing Wlan Roaming to another network Setting up a new WlanProtecting your Wlan Inserting a SIM Using HP Mobile Broadband select models onlyRemoving a SIM Using GPS select models onlyUsing Bluetooth wireless devices Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICSConnecting a modem cable Connecting to a wired networkUsing a modem select models only Page Selecting a location setting Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapterWindows Select Start Device and Printers Adding new locations when travelingConnecting to a local area network LAN select models only Page Audio Using the media activity controlsMultimedia Select Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Sound Adjusting the volumeSelect Start All Programs Accessories Sound Recorder Checking audio functions on the computerSelect Start All Programs Accessories Sound Recorder Webcam select models only VGA VideoHdmi Configuring audio for HdmiIntel Wireless Display select models only Windows 7-SelectStart Shut down Power managementShutting down the computer Initiating and exiting Hibernation Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting SleepSelecting a different power plan Using the power meterUsing power plans Viewing the current power planCustomizing power plans Setting password protection on wakeupClick Require a password recommended Click Save changes Select Start All Programs HP HP Power Assistant Using Power Assistant select models onlyUsing battery power Finding additional battery informationManaging low battery levels Using Battery CheckDisplaying the remaining battery charge Maximizing battery discharge timeResolving a low battery level Conserving battery powerReplacing the battery Using external AC powerStoring a battery Disposing of a used batteryPage Testing an AC adapter Switching between graphics modes select models onlyInserting a digital card Using Media Card Reader cards select models onlyExternal cards and devices Removing a digital card Using PC Cards select models onlyConfiguring a PC Card Inserting a PC Card Removing a PC Card Using ExpressCards select models onlyConfiguring an ExpressCard Inserting an ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCard Using smart cards select models onlyRemoving a smart card Using a USB deviceInserting a smart card Removing a USB device Using 1394 devices select models onlyConnecting a USB device Removing a 1394 device Using an eSATA device select models onlyConnecting a 1394 device Removing an eSATA device Connecting an eSATA deviceUsing optional external drives Using a serial device select models onlyUsing optional external devices Using the docking connector select models only Using the expansion port select models onlyExternal cards and devices Handling drives DrivesImproving hard drive performance Using hard drivesUsing Disk Defragmenter Using Disk CleanupIdentifying HP 3D DriveGuard status Using HP 3D DriveGuard select models onlyManaging power with a parked hard drive Inserting an optical disc Using optical drives select models onlyIdentifying the installed optical drive Using HP 3D DriveGuard softwareSlot load Removing an optical discWhen the disc tray opens normally Slot load Sharing optical drives Using RAID select models onlyProtecting the computer SecuritySetting passwords in Windows Using passwordsChanging a Bios administrator password Setting passwords in Computer SetupManaging a Bios administrator password Setting a new Bios administrator passwordDeleting a Bios administrator password Managing a Computer Setup DriveLock passwordEntering a Bios administrator password Setting a DriveLock password Removing DriveLock protection Entering a DriveLock passwordChanging a DriveLock password Removing Automatic DriveLock protection Using Computer Setup Auto DriveLockEntering an Automatic DriveLock password Page Using antivirus software Using firewall software Installing critical security updates Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager select models only Installing an optional security cable Locating the fingerprint reader Using the fingerprint reader select models onlyMaintenance Cleaning the display Cleaning your computerCleaning products Cleaning proceduresUpdating programs and drivers Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboardCleaning a tablet PC pen and pen holder Using SoftPaq Download Manager Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup Computer Setup Bios and System DiagnosticsUsing Computer Setup Starting Computer SetupRestoring factory settings in Computer Setup Select Start Help and Support Maintain Updating the BiosDetermining the Bios version Downloading a Bios updateUsing System Diagnostics About the boot device order MultiBootEnabling boot devices in Computer Setup Considering boot order changes Dynamically choosing a boot device using the F9 prompt Choosing MultiBoot preferencesSetting a new boot order in Computer Setup Entering MultiBoot Express preferences Setting a MultiBoot Express promptManagement Using Client Management SolutionsConfiguring and deploying a software image HP Client Manager for Altiris select models only Managing and updating softwarePage HP SSM System Software Manager HP CCM Client Configuration Manager select models onlyUsing Intel Active Management Technology select models only IAMT Configuration Enabling the iAMT solutionUsing the MEBx setup utility menus Intel ME ConfigurationChange Intel ME Password Traveling with the computer Page Troubleshooting resources Electrostatic Discharge Index Symbols/NumericsKeys SIM