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HP C1E67UT Using an eSATA device, Connecting an eSATA device, Removing an eSATA device

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Using an eSATA device

An eSATA port connects an optional high-performance eSATA component, such as an eSATA external hard drive.

Some eSATA devices may require additional support software, which is usually included with the device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions.

NOTE: The eSATA port also supports an optional USB device.

Connecting an eSATA device

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to an eSATA port connector, use minimal force to connect the device.

▲To connect an eSATA device to the computer, connect the eSATA cable for the device to the eSATA port.

NOTE: When you connect an eSATA device, you may see a message in the notification area to let you know that the device is recognized by the system.

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.

To remove an eSATA device:

1.Open File Browser by selecting Computer > Nautilus.

2.In the Places list in the left pane of File Browser, click the Eject icon next to the name of the device.

3.Remove the device.

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Contents

Page Page Safety warning notice Page Table of contents Page Page Page Page Page 1 Welcome Finding information Page 2 Getting to know your computer Top TouchPad Page Lights Buttons and fingerprint reader (select models only) Page Keys Front Right Page Left Rear Display Page Bottom Page 3 Networking Using an Internet service provider (ISP) Identifying wireless and network status icons Creating a wireless connection Turning wireless devices on and off Using a WLAN Connecting to an existing WLAN Setting up a new WLAN Protecting your WLAN Roaming to another network Using Bluetooth wireless devices (select models only) Connecting to a wired network Using a modem (select models only) Connecting a country- or region-specificmodem cable adapter Connecting to a local area network (LAN) (select models only) 4 Keyboard and pointing devices Using the keyboard Identifying the hot keys Using keypads Using an optional external numeric keypad Using the TouchPad Turning the TouchPad off and on Navigating Selecting Using TouchPad gestures Scrolling Setting pointing device preferences Using the pointing stick 5 Multimedia Using the audio features Adjusting the volume Checking your audio functions Using the webcam (select models only) Using video devices VGA DisplayPort Page 6 Power management Shutting down the computer Setting power options Using power-savingstates Initiating and exiting Suspend Initiating and exiting Hibernation Using the Power icon Using power management Using battery power Displaying the remaining battery charge Inserting or removing the battery Charging a battery Maximizing battery life Managing low battery levels Conserving battery power Storing a battery Disposing of a used battery Replacing the battery Using external AC power Testing an AC adapter 7 Drives Handling drives Removing or replacing the service door Removing the service door Replacing the service door Replacing or upgrading the hard drive Removing the hard drive Page Installing a hard drive Page Replacing an optical drive Page Using optical drives (select models only) Identifying the installed optical drive Inserting an optical disc Removing an optical disc Page Page 8 External cards and devices Using Media Card Reader cards (select models only) Inserting a digital card Removing a digital card Using ExpressCards (select models only) Configuring an ExpressCard Inserting an ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCard Using a USB device Connecting a USB device Removing a USB device Using 1394 devices Connecting a 1394 device Removing a 1394 device Using an eSATA device Connecting an eSATA device Removing an eSATA device Using optional external devices Using optional external drives Using the docking connector 9 Memory modules Page Page 10 Security Protecting the computer Using passwords Setting passwords in the operating system Setting passwords in Computer Setup Using a Computer Setup DriveLock password Using Computer Setup Automatic DriveLock Managing an Automatic DriveLock password Using firewall software Installing an optional security cable Using the fingerprint reader (select models only) Enabling fingerprint authentication during logon Enrolling your fingerprint 11 Backup and Recovery Performing a system recovery Page Backing up your information 12Computer Setup (BIOS) and Advanced System Diagnostics Starting Computer Setup Using Computer Setup Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup Updating the BIOS Determining the BIOS version Downloading a BIOS update Using Advanced System Diagnostics 13 MultiBoot About the boot device order Enabling boot devices in Computer Setup Considering boot order changes Choosing MultiBoot preferences Setting a new boot order in Computer Setup Dynamically choosing a boot device using the f9 prompt Setting a MultiBoot Express prompt Entering MultiBoot Express preferences A Troubleshooting and support Troubleshooting The computer is unable to start up The computer screen is blank Software is functioning abnormally The computer is on but is not responding The computer is unusually warm An external device is not working The wireless network connection is not working The optical disc tray does not open for removal of a CD or DVD The computer does not detect the optical drive A disc does not play A movie is not visible on an external display The process of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion Contacting support Labels B Cleaning your computer Cleaning products Cleaning procedures Cleaning the display Cleaning the sides and cover Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard C Specifications Input power Operating environment D Electrostatic discharge Index