Using optional external devices | HP ZBook 15 Mobile specification

Some USB devices may require additional support software, which is usually included with the device. For more information about device-specific software, see the manufacturer's instructions.

The computer has at 3 USB ports that support USB 1.0, 1.1, 2.0, or 3.0 devices. Your computer also has a USB charging port that provides power to an external device. An optional docking device or USB hub provides additional USB ports that can be used with the computer.

Connecting a USB device

CAUTION: To prevent damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect a USB device.

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

▲To connect a USB device to the computer, connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port.

NOTE: When you connect a USB storage device, you may see a message in the notification area to let you know that the device is recognized by the system.

Using optional external devices

NOTE: For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, see the manufacturer's instructions.

To connect an external device to the computer:

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when connecting a powered device, be sure that the device is turned off and the AC power cord is unplugged.

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.

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HP ZBook 15 Mobile manual Using optional external devices, Connecting a USB device

Contents

HP Notebook Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents VGA Vii Security Input power Operating environment Page Welcome Resources For information about Finding information Getting to know your computer TopTouchPad Lights Select Computer Control Center Buttons and fingerprint reader select models only Fn key Keys Front Environmental Notices Right Left See Using a USB device on Rear Display Bottom Bottom Identifying wireless and network status icons Using an Internet service provider ISPCreating a wireless connection Turning wireless devices on and off Connecting to an existing Wlan Using a WlanSetting up a new Wlan Using the operating system controls Protecting your Wlan Connecting to a wired network Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models onlyConnecting to a local area network LAN select models only Roaming to another networkPage Using the keyboard Keyboard and pointing devicesIdentifying the hot keys Using keypads Using the TouchPadUsing the integrated numeric keypad Using an optional external numeric keypad Using TouchPad gestures NavigatingSelecting Scrolling Tapping Rotating select models only Pinching/Zooming Using the pointing stick Setting pointing device preferences Using the audio features Adjusting the volumeMultimedia Using the webcam select models only Using video devicesChecking your audio functions Select Configure Display Settings Click Detect Monitors DisplayPort Setting power options Power managementUsing power-saving states Shutting down the computer Using power management Using the Power iconInitiating and exiting Suspend Initiating and exiting Hibernation Displaying the remaining battery charge Using battery powerInserting or removing the battery Viewing the current power management settings Charging a battery Maximizing battery life Managing low battery levelsIdentifying low battery levels Conserving battery power Storing a batteryResolving a low battery level Disposing of a used battery Using external AC powerReplacing the battery Testing an AC adapterPage Removing or replacing the service cover DrivesHandling drives Replacing the service cover Removing the service cover Removing the hard drive Replacing or upgrading the hard drivePage Installing a hard drive External cards and devices Using memory cardsInserting a memory card Removing a memory card Using smart cards select models only Using ExpressCards select models only Inserting a smart cardRemoving a smart card Inserting an ExpressCard Configuring an ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCard Using a USB device Connecting a USB device Using optional external devices Using optional external drives Using the docking connector Memory modules Page Page Using passwords SecurityProtecting the computer Setting passwords in the operating system Setting passwords in Computer SetupManaging a Bios administrator password Entering a Bios administrator password Using a Computer Setup DriveLock passwordManaging a DriveLock password Entering a DriveLock password Using Computer Setup Automatic DriveLock Using firewall softwareManaging an Automatic DriveLock password Installing an optional security cable Using the fingerprint reader select models onlyEnabling fingerprint authentication during logon Select the Use Fingerprint Reader option Enrolling your fingerprint Creating backups Backup and RecoveryCreating restore media Backing up your information Performing a system recovery Remove everything and reinstall Sled Starting Computer Setup Computer Setup Bios and Advanced System DiagnosticsUsing Computer Setup Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup Updating the Bios Restoring factory settings in Computer SetupDetermining the Bios version Downloading a Bios update Using Advanced System Diagnostics About the boot device order MultiBoot Considering boot order changes Enabling boot devices in Computer Setup Setting a new boot order in Computer Setup Choosing MultiBoot preferences Dynamically choosing a boot device using the f9 prompt Setting a MultiBoot Express promptEntering MultiBoot Express preferences Troubleshooting Troubleshooting and support Wireless network connection is not working Computer is unusually warmAn external device is not working Computer does not detect the optical drive Disc does not playMovie is not visible on an external display Contacting support Labels Serial number Product number Cleaning products Cleaning your computerCleaning procedures Cleaning the display Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse Specifications Input powerOperating environment Electrostatic discharge