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NOTE: You must have a network set up in order to share an optical drive; refer to Wireless and local area network on page 12 for additional information on setting up a network.

NOTE: Some discs, such as DVD movies and game discs, may be copy-protected and therefore unusable through DVD or CD sharing.

To share an optical drive:

1.From the computer with the optical drive you are sharing, select Start > Computer.

2.Right-click the optical drive you want to share, and click Properties.

3.Select the Sharing tab > Advanced Sharing.

4.Select the Share this folder check box.

5.Type a name for the optical drive in the Share name text box.

6.Click Apply, and then click OK.

7.To view the shared optical drive on your computer, select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center.

External devices

Using a USB device

A USB port connects an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the computer.

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 computer has 2 USB ports, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. To add more USB ports, connect an optional hub.

Connecting a USB device

CAUTION: To prevent damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect a USB device.

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Contents HP Envy 13 User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Pointing devices and keyboard Power management Drives and external devices Appendix B Backup and recovery Page Top components Identifying hardwareComponents TouchPadTouchPad buttons DescriptionLights Component DescriptionButton Front components KeysRight-side components Left-side componentsBottom components Wireless antennas Display componentsAdditional hardware components Labels Using HP QuickWeb software select models only Using wireless devices Wireless and local area networkIdentifying wireless and network status icons Using the wireless controls Using the wireless keyUsing Wireless Assistant software Using a WlanUsing operating system controls Setting up a Wlan Protecting your WlanConnecting to a Wlan Use a wireless transmitter with built-in securityUsing the Voodoo Power Adapter select models only Roaming to another networkConnecting the adapter Identifying the adapter componentsTroubleshooting the Voodoo Power Adapter Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Using Bluetooth wireless devicesTroubleshooting wireless connection problems Cannot connect to a preferred networkNetwork icon for Wlan is not displayed Current Wlan network security codes are unavailableCannot connect to the wireless router Connecting to a local area network LANWlan connection is very weak Using the TouchPad Using pointing devicesSetting pointing device preferences Using TouchPad gesturesScrolling Using the action keys Icon DescriptionUsing the hotkeys Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Hotkey DescriptionPage Adjusting the volume Multimedia featuresMultimedia Using the media activity keys Multimedia softwareUsing multimedia software Using HP MediaSmart softwareInstalling multimedia software from a disc Audio Connecting external audio devicesChecking your audio functions Using Beats Audio Select Start All Programs Accessories Sound RecorderVideo Connecting an external monitor or projectorIdentifying Beats Audio icons Connecting an Hdmi device Configuring audio for Hdmi WebcamAdjusting webcam properties Webcam tipsPage Using power-saving states Power managementSetting power devices Initiating and exiting SleepUsing the battery meter Conserving powerInitiating and exiting Hibernation Selecting a different power plan Using power plansViewing the current power plan Customizing power plansUsing external AC power Setting password protection on wakeupConnecting AC power Testing an AC adapter Using battery powerIdentifying batteries Displaying the remaining battery charge Finding battery information in Help and SupportUsing Battery Check Removing or inserting the primary batteryCharging a battery Managing low battery levels Maximizing battery discharge timeIdentifying low battery levels Page Using the accessory battery select models only Resolving a low battery levelIdentifying the accessory battery components Inserting or removing an accessory batteryPage Calibrating a battery Battery charging and discharging sequenceReplacing the battery Storing a batteryDisposing of a used battery Shutting down the computerClick Shut down Drives Identifying installed drivesDrives and external devices Handling drivesUsing Disk Cleanup Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection statusManaging power with a parked hard drive Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection softwareUsing the external optical drive select models only Using external drivesConnecting optional external drives Removing an optical disc when the disc tray will not open Sharing optical drivesConnecting a USB device Using a USB deviceExternal devices Using Digital Media Slot cards Removing a USB deviceInserting a digital card Removing a digital cardPull the digital card from the slot External devices Security Using passwordsProtecting the computer Setting passwords in Windows Setting passwords in Setup UtilityAdministrator password Managing an administrator passwordUsing antivirus software Power-on passwordInstalling critical security updates Using firewall softwareInstalling an optional security cable Page Using Setup Utility Setup Utility BiosStarting Setup Utility Changing the language of Setup UtilityRestoring default settings in Setup Utility Navigating and selecting in Setup UtilityDisplaying system information System Configuration menu Setup Utility MenusExiting Setup Utility Main menuDiagnostics menu Updating the BiosUpdating the Bios Determining the Bios version Downloading a Bios updatePage Backup and recovery Creating recovery discsBacking up your information When to create restore points Using Windows Backup and RestoreUsing system restore points Create a system restore pointRecovering from the recovery discs Performing a recoveryRestore to a previous date and time Click System Recovery in the Recovery Manager window Index USBWlan Hdmi