Using The Quickdock; Quickdock Guidelines - HP KN744AA - Notebook QuickDock Port Replicator User Manual

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Using the QuickDock

QuickDock guidelines

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Operating systems—For optimal performance, use the QuickDock with HP or Compaq computers
running Microsoft® Windows® XP or the Windows Vista® operating system.
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Power—To use QuickDock features, AC power must be connected to the QuickDock. The
QuickDock supplies power to the computer while the computer and QuickDock are connected.
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Connecting and disconnecting—The computer can be connected or disconnected from the
QuickDock whether the computer is on or off. The good dock connection light on the expansion
cable shows a successful connection and turns on when the computer turns on. The power light
on the QuickDock turns on when the computer turns on.
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External devices—When the computer is connected to the QuickDock, you may attach external
devices to the ports on the rear panel of the QuickDock or to the ports on the computer.
NOTE:
computer is disabled. Use the external monitor port on the QuickDock instead.
When the computer is connected to the QuickDock, the external monitor port on the
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