Using ExpressCards select models only | HP XU103UT guide

Removing a digital card

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safely remove the digital card.

1.Save your information and close all programs associated with the digital card.

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

3.Press in on the card (1), and then remove it from the slot (2).

NOTE: If the card does not eject, pull the card out of the slot.

Using ExpressCards (select models only)

An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that is inserted into the ExpressCard slot.

Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are designed to conform to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA).

Configuring an ExpressCard

Install only the software required for the card. If you are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer to install device drivers:

●Install only the device drivers for your operating system.

●Do not install additional software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers, that are supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer.

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HP XU103UT manual Using ExpressCards select models only, Removing a digital card, Configuring an ExpressCard

Contents

HP Notebook Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents VGA Hdmi External cards and devices Security Computer Setup Bios and Advanced System Diagnostics Appendix C Electrostatic discharge Index Select Start All Programs HP HP Documentation IntroductionFinding more information about your new computer Creating a wireless connection Identifying wireless and network status iconsNetworking select models only Windows Windows Vista Turning wireless devices on or off Using HP Connection Manager select models onlyUsing operating system controls Select Start All Programs HP HP Connection Manager Select Start Connect to Using a WlanConnecting to an existing Wlan Setting up a new Wlan Protecting your Wlan Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Roaming to another network Inserting a SIM Removing a SIM Using GPS select models only Using Bluetooth wireless devicesConnecting to a wired network Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Connecting a modem cable Connecting a country- or region-specific modem cable adapter Selecting a location setting Adding new locations when traveling Windows Select Start Devices and Printers Connecting to a local area network LAN select models only Page Audio Using the media activity controlsMultimedia Adjusting the volume Select Start All Programs Accessories Sound RecorderChecking audio functions on the computer Select Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Sound Webcam select models only VideoPage Hdmi Configuring audio for Hdmi Intel Wireless Display select models only Windows 7-SelectStart Shut down Power managementShutting down the computer Initiating and exiting Sleep Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Using the power meter Using power plansViewing the current power plan Initiating and exiting Hibernation Selecting a different power plan Customizing power plans Setting password protection on wakeup Using HP Power Assistant select models only Using battery powerFinding additional battery information Select Start All Programs HP HP Power Assistant Using Battery Check Displaying the remaining battery chargeMaximizing battery discharge time Managing low battery levels Conserving battery power Resolving a low battery level Using external AC power Storing a batteryDisposing of a used battery Replacing the battery Testing an AC adapter Switchable graphics/dual graphics select models only Using switchable graphics select models only Using dual graphics select models only Inserting a digital card Using Media Card Reader cards select models onlyExternal cards and devices Removing a digital card Using ExpressCards select models onlyConfiguring an ExpressCard Inserting an ExpressCard Using smart cards select models only Removing an ExpressCard Removing a smart card Using a USB deviceInserting a smart card Removing a USB device Using 1394 devices select models onlyConnecting a USB device Removing a 1394 device Using an eSATA device select models onlyConnecting a 1394 device Connecting an eSATA device Removing an eSATA device Using optional external drives Using a serial device select models onlyUsing optional external devices Using the expansion port select models only Using the docking connector select models only Drives Handling drives Using hard drives Using Disk DefragmenterUsing Disk Cleanup Improving hard drive performance Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status Using HP 3D DriveGuard select models onlyManaging power with a parked hard drive Using optical drives select models only Identifying the installed optical driveUsing HP 3D DriveGuard software Inserting an optical disc Removing an optical disc Slot-load When the disc tray opens normally Slot-load Using RAID select models only Sharing optical drives Security Protecting the computer Using passwords Setting passwords in Windows Password Function Setting passwords in Computer Setup Managing a Bios administrator passwordSetting a new Bios administrator password Changing a Bios administrator password Deleting a Bios administrator password Managing a Computer Setup DriveLock passwordEntering 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 Installing critical security updates Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager select models only Installing an optional security cable Using the fingerprint reader select models only Locating the fingerprint reader Maintenance Cleaning your computerCleaning products Cleaning procedures Updating programs and drivers Cleaning the sides and coverCleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Using SoftPaq Download Manager Computer Setup Bios and Advanced System Diagnostics Using Computer SetupStarting Computer Setup Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup Updating the Bios Determining the Bios versionDownloading a Bios update Select Start Help and Support Maintain Using Advanced System Diagnostics Page 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 Entering MultiBoot Express preferences Dynamically choosing a boot device using the f9 promptSetting a MultiBoot Express prompt Computer Management Using Client Management SolutionsConfiguring and deploying a software image Managing and updating software HP Client Manager for Altiris select models only HP CCM Client Configuration Manager select models only HP SSM System Software Manager Using Intel Active Management Technology select models only Enabling the iAMT solutionUsing the MEBx setup utility menus Intel ME Configuration IAMT Configuration Change Intel ME Password Traveling with the computer Page Troubleshooting resources Electrostatic discharge Symbols/Numerics Index Keys SIM