Using optional external drives | HP x2 1011 G1 (Windows 8.1)

1.Connect the device to the computer.

2.If you are connecting a powered device, plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet.

3.Turn on the device.

To disconnect an unpowered external device, turn off the device, and then disconnect it from the computer. To disconnect a powered external device, turn off the device, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power cord.

Using optional external drives

Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. A USB drive can be added by connecting the drive to a USB port to the computer.

NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be connected to the powered USB port to the computer.

USB drives include the following types:

●1.44-megabyte diskette drive

●Hard drive module

●External optical drive (CD, DVD, and Blu-ray)

●MultiBay device

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HP x2 1011 G1 (Windows 8.1) manual Using optional external drives

Contents

User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Using an optional external numeric keypad Identifying low battery levels Resolving a low battery level Security Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB device Appendix C Electrostatic discharge Index Welcome Finding information Resources For information about Finding information Getting to know your computer Tablet edge components Tablet edge components States on Display Display User Guides Keyboard Top TouchPad Models only on Lights Keys Esc key Right USB device on Left Releasing the tablet from the keyboard Changing your tablet’s settings Adjusting your tablet’s autorotate lockAdjusting your tablet’s screen brightness Changing your tablet’s view Using the wireless controls Connecting to a networkConnecting to a wireless network Using Intel Wireless Gigabit Dock Manager Using a WlanUsing the wireless button Using operating system controls Using an Internet service provider Protecting your Wlan Setting up a WlanConfiguring a wireless router Connecting to a Wlan Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Using GPS select models only Inserting and removing a SIM Using Bluetooth wireless devices Using the Wireless Dock WiDock Connecting to a wired network Connecting to a local area network LAN Using the TouchPad and gestures Using pointing devicesSetting pointing device preferences Tapping Scrolling Finger pinch zoom Finger click Rotating select models only Flicking select models only Edge swipes select models only Right-edge swipe Left-edge swipe Using touch screen gestures Using the digitizer pen select models onlySetting touch screen preferences Identifying the pen components Using the keyboard Turning the embedded numeric keypad on and off Using an optional external numeric keypad Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad Using the media activity controls Connecting speakersMultimedia Audio Checking audio functions on the computer Adjusting the volumeConnecting headphones and microphones Webcam Video DisplayPort keyboard only Connecting wired displays using MultiStream Transport Power management Shutting down turning off the computer Setting power options Using power-saving statesIntel Rapid Start Technology select models only Initiating and exiting Sleep Enabling and exiting user-initiated Hibernation Using the power meter and power settingsSetting password protection on wakeup Finding additional battery information Using battery powerFactory-sealed battery select models only Using Battery Check Displaying the remaining battery chargeMaximizing battery discharge time Managing low battery levels Using external AC power Conserving battery power Testing an AC adapter Inserting a memory card Using memory card readersExternal cards and devices Removing a memory card Using smart cards keyboard only Inserting a smart card Removing a smart card Using a USB device Removing a USB device Using optional external devicesConnecting a USB device Using optional external drives Security Protecting the computer Using passwords Setting passwords in Windows Setting passwords in Computer Setup Managing a Bios administrator password Managing a Computer Setup DriveLock password Entering a Bios administrator password Setting a DriveLock password Removing DriveLock protection Entering a DriveLock passwordChanging a DriveLock password Removing Automatic DriveLock protection Using Computer Setup Automatic DriveLockEntering an Automatic DriveLock password Page Installing critical security updates Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Locating the fingerprint reader Using HP Client SecurityUsing the fingerprint reader select models only Maintenance Cleaning your computerCleaning procedures Cleaning the display All-in-Ones or Notebooks Updating programs and drivers Using SoftPaq Download Manager Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse Backing up your information Backup and recoveryPerforming a system recovery Using the Windows recovery tools Using f11 recovery tools Using Windows operating system media purchased separately Using Windows Refresh or Windows Reset Using HP Software Setup Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup Using Computer SetupStarting Computer Setup Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup Select Main Restore Defaults Downloading a Bios update Updating the BiosDetermining the Bios version Synchronizing the tablet and keyboard Using MultiBootAbout the boot device order Choosing MultiBoot preferences Setting a new boot order in Computer Setup Entering MultiBoot Express preferences Dynamically choosing a boot device using the f9 promptSetting a MultiBoot Express prompt Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB devicePage Support Contacting support Labels Operating environment SpecificationsInput power Traveling with the computer Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resourcesResolving issues Computer is unable to start up Computer screen is blank Software is functioning abnormallyComputer is on but not responding Computer is unusually warm Wireless network connection is not working An external device is not working Electrostatic discharge Symbols/Numerics Index Wlan