Connecting a USB device

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect the device.

Connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port.

NOTE: The USB port on your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.

A sound indicates that the device has been detected.

NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, a message displays on the Windows desktop and an icon appears in the notification area, letting you know that the device is recognized by the computer.

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