HP : LY849UA, : LW883AW, : G4 1107NR Using optional external devices, Removing an eSATA device

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Removing an eSATA device

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to an eSATA connector, do not pull on the cable to remove the eSATA device.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of information or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safely remove the device.

1.To remove an eSATA device, save your information and close all programs associated with the device.

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.Remove the device.

Using optional external devices

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

To connect an external device to the computer:

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 computer.

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 computer. To disconnect a powered external device, turn off the device, disconnect it from the computer, 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 can be added by connecting the drive to a USB port on the computer.

NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be connected to the powered USB port on the computer.

USB drives include the following types:

●1.44-megabyte diskette drive

●Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached)

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

●MultiBay device

Using the expansion port (select models only)

The expansion port connects the computer to an optional docking or expansion device, so that additional ports and connectors can be used with the computer.

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Contents HP Notebook Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents VGA External cards and devices Security Page Page Introduction Finding more information about your new computerNetworking select models only Creating a wireless connectionIdentifying wireless and network status icons Turning wireless devices on or off Using HP Connection Manager select models onlyUsing a Wlan Using operating system controlsConnecting to an existing Wlan Setting up a new WlanProtecting your Wlan Inserting a SIM Using HP Mobile Broadband select models onlyRoaming to another network Using GPS select models only Removing a SIMUsing Bluetooth wireless devices Connecting to a wired networkBluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Using a modem select models onlyConnecting a modem cable Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapterSelecting a location setting Viewing the current location selectionConnecting to a local area network LAN select models only Select Start Devices and PrintersPage Audio Using the media activity controlsMultimedia Checking audio functions on the computer Adjusting the volumeWebcam select models only Video DisplayPortHdmi Configuring audio for Hdmi Using CyberLink PowerDVD select models onlyIntel Wireless Display select models only Power management Shutting down the computerSetting power options Using power-saving statesInitiating and exiting Sleep Initiating and exiting HibernationUsing the power meter Using power plansViewing the current power plan Selecting a different power planCustomizing power plans Using HP Power Manager select models onlySetting password protection on wakeup Using Battery Check Using battery powerFinding battery information Displaying the remaining battery charge Maximizing battery discharge timeManaging low battery levels Identifying low battery levelsResolving a low battery level Conserving battery powerStoring a battery Replacing the battery Using external AC powerDisposing of a used battery Using HP CoolSense select models only Testing an AC adapterInserting a digital card Using Digital Media Slot cards select models onlyExternal cards and devices Using ExpressCards select models only Configuring an ExpressCardRemoving a digital card Inserting an ExpressCardRemoving an ExpressCard Using smart cards select models only Inserting a smart cardRemoving a smart card Using a USB deviceConnecting a USB device Removing a USB device Using 1394 devices select models onlyConnecting a 1394 device Removing a 1394 device Using an eSATA device select models onlyConnecting an eSATA device Using optional external devices Using optional external drivesUsing the expansion port select models only Removing an eSATA deviceUsing optional external devices Drives Handling drivesUsing hard drives Using Disk DefragmenterUsing Disk Cleanup Improving hard drive performanceManaging power with a parked hard drive Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection statusUsing optical drives select models only Identifying the installed optical driveUsing HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Inserting an optical discRemoving an optical disc Slot loadWhen the disc tray opens normally Slot load Using RAID select models only Sharing optical drivesProtecting the computer Using passwordsSecurity Setting passwords in Windows Setting passwords in Setup Utility BiosManaging an administrator password Entering an administrator passwordUsing antivirus software Using firewall softwareManaging a power-on password Entering a power-on passwordInstalling critical security updates Installing an optional security cableUsing the fingerprint reader select models only Locating the fingerprint readerMaintenance Cleaning your computerCleaning the display Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboardUsing SoftPaq Download Manager Setup Utility Bios and System Diagnostics Using Setup Utility BiosStarting Setup Utility Bios Changing the language of Setup Utility BiosDisplaying system information Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility BiosRestoring factory settings in Setup Utility Bios Determining the Bios version Exiting Setup Utility BiosUpdating the Bios Downloading a Bios update Select Start Help and Support MaintainUsing System Diagnostics Traveling with the computer Page Troubleshooting resources Electrostatic Discharge Symbols/Numerics IndexPasswords