Connecting hardware, Using a USB device | HP 6720t Mobile manual

9 Connecting hardware

Using a USB device

Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that can be used to connect an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub. Devices can be connected to the computer or an optional docking device.

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 3 USB ports. The USB ports on the right side of the computer are standard USB ports. Depending on your computer model, the USB port on the left side of the computer is either a standard USB port or a powered USB port. A powered USB port provides power to an external device, if it is used with a powered USB cable. The USB ports on the computer support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. An optional docking device or USB hub provides additional USB ports that can be used with the computer.

NOTE: For information regarding the status of the USB ports, contact your network administrator.

Connecting a USB device

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

▲To connect a USB device to the computer, connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port.

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HP Compaq 6720t Mobile Thin Client Page Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Product notice Vi Product notice Table of contents Multimedia Appendix a Routine care Page Pointing devices Identifying the hardwareTop components Lights Component Description Buttons and switches Adjust Power Properties Keys Fn key Left-side components Front componentsRight-side components Rear components Bottom components Wireless antennae Identifying the labels Using the Enhanced Write Filter Enhanced Write Filter Connecting an external mouse Using pointing devicesSetting pointing device preferences Pointing devices Displaying system information fn+esc Using the keyboardUsing hotkeys Initiating Standby fn+f3 Switching the screen image fn+f4Viewing battery charge information fn+f8 Decreasing screen brightness fn+f9 Enabling and disabling the embedded numeric keypad Using the keypadsUsing the embedded numeric keypad Using an optional external numeric keypad Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad Power Power control and light locations Shutting down the computer Properties Initiating and exiting Standby Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Using battery power Using the battery meter Displaying the remaining battery charge Inserting or removing the battery Charging a battery Identifying low battery levels Managing low battery levelsConserving battery power Resolving a low battery level Disposing of a used battery Using external AC powerStoring a battery Connecting the AC adapter Multimedia Using multimedia hardwareUsing the audio features Adjusting the volume Using the audio-in microphone jackUsing the audio-out headphone jack Opening preinstalled multimedia software Using multimedia softwareUsing the video features Using the external monitor port Observing the copyright warning Using multimedia softwarePreventing playback disruptions Using wireless controls WirelessAbout integrated wireless devices Using Wlan Setting up a Wlan Identifying a Wlan device Connecting to a WlanUsing wireless security features Modem and LAN Using a modemConnecting a modem cable Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter Viewing the current location selection Selecting a location settingSolving travel connection problems Connecting to a local area network Set the modem to ignore dial tonesPage Security Protecting the computer Using a power-on password Using passwordsSetting passwords in Windows Requiring a power-on password at restart Managing a power-on passwordEntering a power-on password Installing a security cable Connecting a USB device Connecting hardwareUsing a USB device Removing a USB device Using the docking connectorUsing PC Cards Inserting and removing a PC CardPage Page Handling drives Hardware upgradesIdentifying installed drives Using optical drives select models only Inserting an optical disc CD or DVD When the disc tray opens Removing an optical disc CD or DVD When the disc tray does not open Routine care Cleaning the displayCleaning the keyboard Traveling and shippingPage Index USB Wlan