External Devices; Using A Usb Device; Connecting A Usb Device; Stopping And Removing A Usb Device - HP EliteBook User Manual

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External devices

Using a USB device

Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that can be used to connect an optional external
device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub.
Some USB 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.
Your computer model has 5 USB ports, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, USB 2.0, and USB 3.0 devices.
A USB hub provides additional USB ports that can be used with the computer.

Connecting a USB device

CAUTION:
To connect a USB device to the computer, connect the USB cable for the device to the USB
▲
port.
You will hear a sound when the device has been detected.
NOTE: The first time you connect a USB device, a message is displayed in the notification area to let
you know the device is recognized by the computer.

Stopping and removing a USB device

CAUTION:
removing it.
To prevent damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect a USB device.
To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, stop a USB device before
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