Connecting An Esata Device; Removing An Esata Device; Using Optional External Devices - HP Notebook pc User Manual

Connecting an eSATA device

CAUTION:
the device.
▲ To connect an eSATA device to the computer, connect the eSATA cable for the device to the
eSATA port.
You will hear a sound when the device has been detected.

Removing an eSATA device

CAUTION:
remove the eSATA device.
CAUTION:
procedure to safely remove the device.
1. To remove an eSATA 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 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:
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 off the device.
To reduce the risk of damage to an eSATA port connector, use minimal force to connect
To reduce the risk of damage to an eSATA connector, do not pull on the cable to
To reduce the risk of loss of information or an unresponsive system, use the following
To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when connecting a powered device, be
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