Using ExpressCards select models only | HP 14-3010nr manual

Removing a digital card

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

1.Save your information and close all programs associated with the digital card.

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

3.Press in on the card (1), and then remove it from the slot (2).

NOTE: If the card does not eject, pull the card out of the slot.

Using ExpressCards (select models only)

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

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.

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 reduce the risk of 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.

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HP 14-3010nr manual Using ExpressCards select models only, Removing a digital card, Configuring an ExpressCard

Contents

HP Notebook Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents VGA External cards and devices Security Using System Diagnostics Page Finding more information about your new computer Introduction Networking select models only Creating a wireless connectionIdentifying wireless and network status icons Using HP Connection Manager select models only Turning wireless devices on or off Setting up a new Wlan Using a WlanUsing operating system controls Connecting to an existing Wlan Protecting your Wlan Roaming to another network Using GPS select models onlyUsing Bluetooth wireless devices Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Connecting a modem cable Connecting to a wired networkUsing a modem select models only Selecting a location setting Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter Select Start Devices and Printers Connecting to a local area network LAN select models onlyPage Audio Using the media activity controlsMultimedia Checking audio functions on the computer Adjusting the volumeWebcam select models only DisplayPort Video Hdmi Configuring audio for Hdmi Using CyberLink PowerDVD select models onlyIntel Wireless Display select models only Shutting down the computer Power management Initiating and exiting Hibernation Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting Sleep Selecting a different power plan Using the power meterUsing power plans Viewing the current power plan Customizing power plans Using HP Power Manager select models onlySetting password protection on wakeup Displaying the remaining battery charge Using battery powerFinding battery information Using Battery Check Resolving a low battery level Managing low battery levelsIdentifying low battery levels Using a factory-sealed battery Using external AC powerConserving battery power Testing an AC adapter Using HP CoolSense select models only Inserting a digital card Using Digital Media Slot cards select models onlyExternal cards and devices Inserting an ExpressCard Using ExpressCards select models onlyConfiguring an ExpressCard Removing a digital card Removing an ExpressCard Inserting a smart card Using smart cards select models only Removing 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 Removing an eSATA device Using optional external devicesUsing optional external drives Using the expansion port select models only External cards and devices Handling drives Drives Improving hard drive performance Using hard drivesUsing Disk Defragmenter Using Disk Cleanup Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status Managing power with a parked hard drive Inserting an optical disc Using optical drives select models onlyIdentifying the installed optical drive Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Slot load Removing an optical disc When the disc tray opens normally Slot load Sharing optical drives Using RAID select models only Protecting the computer Using passwordsSecurity Setting passwords in Setup Utility Bios Setting passwords in Windows Entering an administrator password Managing an administrator password Entering a power-on password Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Managing a power-on password Installing an optional security cable Installing critical security updates Locating the fingerprint reader Using the fingerprint reader select models only Cleaning the Imagepad and keyboard MaintenanceCleaning your computer Cleaning the display Using SoftPaq Download Manager Changing the language of Setup Utility Bios Setup Utility Bios and System DiagnosticsUsing Setup Utility Bios Starting Setup Utility Bios Displaying 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 Select Start Help and Support Maintain Downloading a Bios update Using System Diagnostics Traveling with the computer Page Troubleshooting resources Electrostatic Discharge Index Symbols/Numerics Keys