External devices and external media cards | HP G72-B66US manual

7External devices and external media cards

Using a USB device

A USB port connects an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the computer or to an optional expansion product.

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 a USB port which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. To add more USB ports, connect an optional hub or expansion product.

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.

You will hear a sound when the device has been detected.

NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, the "Installing device driver software" message is displayed in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.

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Page Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Pointing devices and keyboard Power management Drives Adding or replacing a memory module Security 113 Identifying hardware Features TouchPad ComponentsTop components Num lk light Lights Button and speakers Keys Right-side components Left-side components Bottom components Display components Wireless antennasPage Additional hardware components Component Labels Using wireless devices Wireless, local area network, and modem Using the wireless action key Identifying wireless and network status iconsUsing the wireless controls Using operating system controls Using HP Wireless Assistant Setting up a Wlan Using a Wlan Work behind a firewall Use a wireless transmitter with built-in securityUse wireless encryption Protecting your Wlan Roaming to another network Connecting to a Wlan Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models only Cannot connect to a preferred network Troubleshooting wireless connection problemsCannot connect to a Wlan Current network security codes are unavailable Network icon is not displayed Wlan connection is very weak Cannot connect to the wireless router Connecting a modem cable Using the modem select models only Viewing the current location selection Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapterSelecting a location setting Select Start Devices and Printers Adding new locations when traveling Set the modem to ignore dial tones Solving travel connection problemsCheck the telephone line type Check for pulse or tone dialing Clear the check box for Wait for dial tone before dialing Connecting to a local area network Pointing devices and keyboard Using the TouchPad Turning the TouchPad on and off Using TouchPad gestures Pinching Scrolling Rotating Setting pointing device preferencesUsing the keyboard Function Action key or hotkey Press f11 to mute or restore speaker sound Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Multimedia Multimedia features Multimedia Identifying your multimedia components Adjusting the volume Using the media activity action keys Using the media activity functions Multimedia software Using CyberLink PowerDVD softwareUsing other preinstalled multimedia software Installing multimedia software from a disc Checking your audio functions Connecting external audio devicesSelect Start All Programs Accessories Sound Recorder Audio Video Connecting an Hdmi device select models only Configuring audio for Hdmi select models only Optical drive Webcam tips Adjusting webcam propertiesWebcam select models only Page Using power-saving states Power managementSetting power options Initiating and exiting Hibernation Initiating and exiting Sleep Selecting a different power plan Using the battery meterUsing power plans Viewing the current power plan Setting password protection on wakeup Using external AC power Connecting the AC adapter Testing an AC adapter Using Battery Check Using battery powerFinding battery information in Help and Support Inserting or removing the battery Displaying the remaining battery charge Charging a battery Identifying low battery levels Maximizing battery discharge timeManaging low battery levels Fully charge the battery Calibrating a batteryResolving a low battery level Disable Hibernation and Sleep Fully recharge the battery Discharge the battery Reenable Hibernation and Sleep Conserving battery powerStoring a battery Replacing the battery Disposing of a used battery Switching between graphics modes select models only Click Shut down Shutting down the computer Handling drives Drives Select Start Computer Identifying the installed optical drive DVD±RW/R Using optical discs DVD±R discs Selecting the right disc CDs, DVDs, and BDsCD-R discs CD-RW discs Blu-ray Disc BD Playing a CD, DVD, or BDLightScribe DVD+R discs Page Select Start Default Programs Change AutoPlay settings Configuring AutoPlayChanging DVD region settings Copying a CD, DVD, or BD Select Start All Programs CyberLink DVD Suites Power2GoObserving the copyright warning Creating or burning a CD or DVD Removing a CD, DVD, or BD Troubleshooting drive and device driver problems DVD movie stops, skips, or plays erratically Click Start Default Programs Change AutoPlay SettingsSelect Advanced Settings Monitor tab Disc does not play automatically DVD movie is not visible on an external display Obtaining the latest HP device drivers Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers Using external drives Improving hard drive performance Using Disk DefragmenterUsing Disk Cleanup Replacing the hard drive Page Page Page External devices and external media cards Using a USB deviceConnecting a USB device Removing a USB device Inserting a digital card Using Digital Media Slot cards Removing a digital card Adding or replacing a memory module Page Page Protecting the computer Security Setting passwords in Setup Utility Using passwordsSetting passwords in Windows Managing an administrator password Administrator password Managing a power-on password Power-on password Using firewall software Using antivirus software Installing an optional security cable Installing critical security updates Starting Setup Utility Setup Utility Bios Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility Using Setup UtilityChanging the language of Setup Utility Displaying system information Restoring default settings in Setup Utility Security menu Setup Utility menusExiting Setup Utility Main menu Diagnostics menu System Configuration menu Software updates Determining the Bios version Updating the Bios Downloading a Bios update Updating programs and drivers Backup and recovery Creating recovery discs Backing up your information Select Start All Programs Maintenance Backup and Restore Using Windows Backup and Restore Restore to a previous date and time Using system restore pointsWhen to create restore points Create a system restore point Click System Recovery in the Recovery Manager window Performing a recoveryRecovering from the recovery discs Select Start All Programs Recovery Manager Recovery Manager Index Symbols/Numerics DVD Ssid