Using External Drives - HP 2230s - Notebook PC Hardware Manual

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Using 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 on the computer.

USB drives include the following types:

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1.44-megabyte diskette drive

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Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached)

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DVD-ROM Drive

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DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive

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DVD+RW and CD-RW Combo Drive

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DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive

NOTE:

For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to

use, refer to the manufacturer's instructions.

To connect an external drive to the computer:

CAUTION:

that the AC power cord is unplugged.

Connect the drive to the computer.

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

To disconnect a powered external drive, disconnect it from the computer, and then unplug the AC power

cord.

To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when connecting a powered drive, be sure

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