HP SR5611F, SR5556AP, SR5501P, SR5502FH Understanding the Activity Light, Formatting a Memory Card

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Understanding the Activity Light

The memory card reader activity light is off when there are no media cards plugged into the slots.

The light turns on when a media card is inserted into a slot.

The light blinks when data is being transferred between the card and the computer.

Formatting a Memory Card

If you have not used the memory card before, or if the card has become corrupted, you may need to format the card before using it.

NOTE: Some memory cards have a lock position. To view or edit your picture files, make sure that the memory card is in the unlocked position.

1Format the memory card in your digital camera. Follow the instructions that came with your digital camera.

Or

Insert the media into the correct card slot on the reader until it stops and locks into place. The activity light on the memory card reader lights, and the computer automatically detects the media.

2Click the Windows Start Button on the taskbar, and then click Computer.

3In the Devices with Removable Storage area, right-click the correct memory card icon.

4Select Format, and then type a label name into the label box.

5For best compatibility, select FAT as the file system settings.

6Click Start.

7Click OK in the Format Complete window, and then click Close.

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Contents Getting Started USA Table of Contents Getting Help Connecting Speakers or MicrophoneTurning On the Computer for the First Time Using the Mouse Using the KeyboardIntroducing Your Computer Software Configuring Speaker and Sound OptionsUsing the Memory Card Reader 109 Using CD and DVD Media Drives 101Managing Files Playing CDs, DVDs, or VCDs 123 Creating Movies by Using muvee autoProducer 139Creating Audio and Data Discs 129 Index 155Using surge protection Setting Up the ComputerPutting the Computer Together Placing the computer in the proper locationConnector Icon/Label Description and function Connecting to the computerConnector Icon/Label Description and function Connecting a Digital Camera Photo or Video Setting Up the Computer Storing Documentation and Recovery Discs Connecting Other DevicesAdjusting the screen resolution by using Vista Adjusting the MonitorClick Display Settings Setting Up a Local Area Network Integrated Wireless Devices Setting Up a Wired Ethernet ConnectionChecking the wireless LAN device installation Connecting the Wireless LAN DeviceSelect models only Using wireless security features Connecting a Modem Sound Connector Types Connecting Speakers or MicrophoneIllustrations Sound connector Illustration TypeSound connector Type 3 Type 6 Type S Description Connecting a Microphone Name Speaker system See Speaker ConfigurationsSpeaker types Connecting 2/2.1 Two speakers and a subwoofer audio speakersConnecting 4.1 Four speakers and a subwoofer audio speakers Connecting 5.1 Five speakers and a subwoofer audio speakers Connecting Speakers or Microphone Connecting 7.1 Seven speakers and a subwoofer audio speakers Color Description Connecting your home stereo system optionalComputer to 2.1 multichannel audio system connection Home stereo installationHome audio installation procedure Home audio installationComputer to 5.1 multichannel audio system connection Getting Started features vary by model Computer to 7.1 multichannel audio system connection Home audio installation procedure Connecting digital audio Using a 2.1 speaker system with headphones Connecting HeadphonesUsing a 5.1 to 7.1 speaker system with headphones Connector Description Connecting the speakersConnecting the FlexiJack connector Finding Onscreen Guides Getting HelpFinding Guides on the Web Click All Programs Click User GuidesUsing the PC Help & Tools Folder Using the Onscreen Help and Support CenterUsing the hardware diagnostic tools Click All Programs Click PC Help & ToolsClick All Programs Click HP Total Care Advisor Using HP Total Care Advisor SoftwareGetting Started features vary by model Turning On the Computer for the First Time Turning Off the Computer Using Shut DownClick Shut Down Using Sleep mode Using LockUsing Hibernate mode Restarting the Computer Automatic Sleep, Hibernate, or Away modeClick Online Services and then click Easy Internet Services Connecting to the InternetSetting Up User Accounts Using the Computer with Safety and ComfortProtecting the Computer Computer risk Security featureUsing passwords Password Function Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Installing critical security updates Click Recover factory settings Guidelines for Installing Software and Hardware DevicesClick Help and Support Identifying Keyboard Features Using the KeyboardAlphanumeric keys Edit keys Function keysNumeric keys Arrow keysSpecial keyboard buttons Keyboard indicatorsIcon Name Description Identifying Special Keyboard Buttons Icon Feature DescriptionCompaq Icon Feature Description Icon Label Description Media control or playback buttonsCustomizing the keyboard buttons Keyboard ShortcutsClick Control Panel Click KeyboardSynchronizing a wireless mouse and keyboard Wireless Mouse and Keyboard TroubleshootingGetting Started features vary by model Using the Mouse Scrolling Using the Mouse ButtonsSwitching mouse button functions Changing Mouse SettingsAutoscrolling PanningChanging the double-click speed Changing mouse pointer speedTurning on the ClickLock option Click the Pointer Options tabChanging the scroll wheel speed Getting Started features vary by model Configuring Speaker and Sound Options Adjusting speaker volume Adjusting microphone volume Configuring audio outputSelecting a microphone Configuring the audio card software Sound Blaster X-Fi configuration modes Configuring the FlexiJack connectorUsing Audio Creation Mode Using Entertainment ModeUsing Game Mode Configuring speakers with Realtek HD Audio ManagerClick the Speaker Configuration tab More informationRealtek HD Audio Manager control screens Getting Started features vary by model Click Digital In tab, and then select Set Default Device Retasking front panel audio connectors Audio output overview Configuring multistreaming audioAudio input overview Setting up multistreaming audio When to use multistreaming audioExample 1 For online gaming Selecting recording devices Type 6 connectors onlyExample 2 For digital home entertainment Resolving sound issues Introducing Your Computer Software Using the DesktopLearning More About Software Using the All Programs menu Using the Windows Start Button MenuRemoving desktop icons Retrieving desktop iconsOrganizing the All Programs list Using the Control PanelResizing Windows Feature Name DescriptionAbout the Internet Working with Digital ImagesSearching the Internet Using a BrowserClick Internet Explorer Restricting Internet contentManually running a scan Using the Norton Internet Security Antivirus SoftwareClick the Norton Internet Security tab Click Run a ScanSetting up a Custom Scan time Setting a Full System Scan timeClick Configure a Scan Click Schedule Full System Scan Click Configure a Scan Click Manage Custom ScansUsing the e-mail program provided by your ISP Using Windows MailSending and Receiving E-Mail Click All Programs Click Windows MailWith this program You can Software Quick Reference TableCyberLink PowerDirector select models only With this program You can Getting Started features vary by model Organizing Files with Folders Managing FilesMoving Files Creating FoldersFinding Files Deleting Files Renaming FilesCopying Files Retrieving Files from the Recycle BinUsing a Printer Using the CD and DVD Drives Using CD and DVD Media DrivesBlu-ray Allows you to Inserting and removing CDs and DVDs Handling CDs and DVDsUsing CD and DVD Media Drives Compatibility Information Disc Features and Compatibility Table CD-ROM CD-RW ROM RAM DVD-RW/-R DVD+RW/+R Optical Drive Quick Reference TableUsing Blu-ray and HD Disc Drives Getting Started features vary by model Using the Memory Card Reader Slot memory card reader select models only Media Insertion GuideCard Insert the media Location Slot readerMiniSD MMC PlusSlot reader Card Insert the media Location Formatting a Memory Card Understanding the Activity LightTroubleshooting the Memory Card Reader Using the HP Personal Media Drive and HP Pocket Media Drive Inserting the Drive into an HP Drive Bay Connecting the DriveHP Media Drive fronts Connecting the Drive to a Computer Without a Drive BayClick Computer Locating the Drive and Assigning a Drive LetterTransferring files to another computer manually Using the DriveDisconnecting the Drive Microsoft updates Drive does not appear on my computer Troubleshooting the HP Media DriveWrite Cache Enable does not stay enabled Data transfer rate seems slow with my USB 2.0 adapter cardAdministrator privilege for installing software Playing Music CDs Playing CDs, DVDs, or VCDsPlaying CDs with Windows Media Player Playing DVDs Troubleshooting poor playback when playing DVDsPlaying DVDs with Windows Media Player Using country/region codesGetting Started features vary by model Playing CDs, DVDs, or VCDs Playing video CDs VCDs with Windows Media Player Playing Video CDs VCDsCreating Audio and Data Discs Working with Audio CDs Erasing Rewritable Discs Before RecordingAudio CD tips Creating audio CDs Before you begin creating discsCreating video discs Copying a disc using one disc drive Copying a disc using two disc drivesCopying a disc Creating data discs What is LightScribe? Making a disc label using LightScribe TechnologyMaking a LightScribe label by using CyberLink LabelPrint LightScribe requirementsUnder Select the label’s layout and background Making a paper disc labelBack of Front Cover paper insert label Basic steps for making a movie Creating Movies by Using muvee autoProducerGetting Started features vary by model Getting started Using muvee autoProducerCamera Button Enables you to See Get Video fromAdd Video Add PicturesCapturing live video from a DV camera Capturing video from a digital video cameraCapturing pictures from a DV camera Capturing recorded video from a DV camera Adding videosClick Media Screen Creating Movies by Using muvee autoProducer Adding pictures Adding music Changing the settingsSelecting the style Response to music Cutting rate Film color Previewing the movie Making the movieModifying the movie Recording the movie project to disc Saving the movie projectClick Play muvees Click Burn Now Supported muvee autoProducer output file types Upgrading muvee autoProducerGetting Started features vary by model Index Headphones using Multichannel audio connecting Part number
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