Using 1394 devices select models only | HP XU016UT, XU053UT instruction

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 following illustration may look slightly different on your computer.

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

NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, a message in the notification area lets you know that the device is recognized by the computer.

Removing a USB device

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, do not pull on the cable to remove the USB device.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of information or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safely remove the USB device.

1.To remove a USB device, save your information and close all programs associated with the device.

2.Click the remove hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

3.Remove the device.

Using 1394 devices (select models only)

IEEE 1394 is a hardware interface that connects a high-speed multimedia or data storage device to the computer. Scanners, digital cameras, and digital camcorders often require a 1394 connection.

Some 1394 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 1394 port also supports IEEE 1394a devices.

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HP Notebook Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents VGA Hdmi External cards and devices Cleaning your computer Cleaning products Viii Computer Setup Bios and System Diagnostics Page Finding more information about your new computer Introduction Windows Creating a wireless connectionIdentifying wireless and network status icons Networking select models only Windows Vista Click Start All Programs HP HP Connection Manager Turning wireless devices on or offUsing HP Connection Manager select models only Using operating system controls Using a Wlan Connecting to an existing WlanSelect Start Connect to Setting up a new Wlan Protecting your WlanRoaming to another network Inserting a SIM Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Removing a SIM Using GPS select models onlyUsing Bluetooth wireless devices Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Connecting to a wired network Using a modem select models onlyConnecting a modem cable Page Selecting a location setting Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter Windows Select Start Device and Printers Adding new locations when traveling Connecting to a local area network LAN select models only Page Using the media activity controls MultimediaAudio Select Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Sound Adjusting the volumeSelect Start All Programs Accessories Sound Recorder Checking audio functions on the computer Select Start All Programs Accessories Sound Recorder Webcam select models only VGA Video Hdmi Configuring audio for Hdmi Intel Wireless Display select models only Power management Shutting down the computerWindows 7-SelectStart Shut down Initiating and exiting Hibernation Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting Sleep Selecting a different power plan Using the power meterUsing power plans Viewing the current power plan Customizing power plans Setting password protection on wakeup Click Require a password recommended Click Save changes Select Start All Programs HP HP Power Assistant Using Power Assistant select models onlyUsing battery power Finding additional battery information Managing low battery levels Using Battery CheckDisplaying the remaining battery charge Maximizing battery discharge time Resolving a low battery level Conserving battery power Replacing the battery Using external AC powerStoring a battery Disposing of a used batteryPage Testing an AC adapter Switching between graphics modes select models only Using Media Card Reader cards select models only External cards and devicesInserting a digital card Removing a digital card Using PC Cards select models only Configuring a PC Card Inserting a PC Card Using ExpressCards select models only Configuring an ExpressCardRemoving a PC Card Inserting an ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCard Using smart cards select models only Using a USB device Inserting a smart cardRemoving a smart card Using 1394 devices select models only Connecting a USB deviceRemoving a USB device Using an eSATA device select models only Connecting a 1394 deviceRemoving a 1394 device Removing an eSATA device Connecting an eSATA device Using a serial device select models only Using optional external devicesUsing optional external drives Using the docking connector select models only Using the expansion port select models only External cards and devices Handling drives Drives Improving hard drive performance Using hard drivesUsing Disk Defragmenter Using Disk Cleanup Using HP 3D DriveGuard select models only Managing power with a parked hard driveIdentifying HP 3D DriveGuard status Inserting an optical disc Using optical drives select models onlyIdentifying the installed optical drive Using HP 3D DriveGuard software Slot load Removing an optical disc When the disc tray opens normally Slot load Sharing optical drives Using RAID select models only Protecting the computer Security Setting passwords in Windows Using passwords Changing a Bios administrator password Setting passwords in Computer SetupManaging a Bios administrator password Setting a new Bios administrator password Managing a Computer Setup DriveLock password Entering a Bios administrator passwordDeleting a Bios administrator password Setting a DriveLock password Entering a DriveLock password Changing a DriveLock passwordRemoving DriveLock protection Using Computer Setup Auto DriveLock Entering an Automatic DriveLock passwordRemoving Automatic DriveLock protection Page Using antivirus software Using firewall software Installing critical security updates Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager select models only Installing an optional security cable Locating the fingerprint reader Using the fingerprint reader select models only Maintenance Cleaning the display Cleaning your computerCleaning products Cleaning procedures Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Cleaning a tablet PC pen and pen holderUpdating programs and drivers Using SoftPaq Download Manager Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup Computer Setup Bios and System DiagnosticsUsing Computer Setup Starting Computer Setup Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup Select Start Help and Support Maintain Updating the BiosDetermining the Bios version Downloading a Bios update Using System Diagnostics About the boot device order MultiBoot Enabling boot devices in Computer Setup Considering boot order changes Choosing MultiBoot preferences Setting a new boot order in Computer SetupDynamically choosing a boot device using the F9 prompt Entering MultiBoot Express preferences Setting a MultiBoot Express prompt Using Client Management Solutions Configuring and deploying a software imageManagement HP Client Manager for Altiris select models only Managing and updating softwarePage HP SSM System Software Manager HP CCM Client Configuration Manager select models only Using Intel Active Management Technology select models only IAMT Configuration Enabling the iAMT solutionUsing the MEBx setup utility menus Intel ME Configuration Change Intel ME Password Traveling with the computer Page Troubleshooting resources Electrostatic Discharge Index Symbols/Numerics Keys SIM