HP 8730w - EliteBook Mobile Workstation User Manual

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  • Page 1 External Media Cards User Guide...
  • Page 2 © Copyright 2009 Hewlett-Packard Product notice Development Company, L.P. This user guide describes features that are Java is a U.S. trademark of Sun common to most models. Some features Microsystems, Inc. SD Logo is a trademark may not be available on your computer.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 Using Media Card Reader cards Inserting a digital card .......................... 2 Removing a digital card ........................3 2 Using smart cards Inserting a smart card ........................... 5 Removing a smart card ........................6 3 Using ExpressCards Configuring an ExpressCard ........................
  • Page 5: Using Media Card Reader Cards

    Using Media Card Reader cards Optional digital cards provide secure data storage and convenient data sharing. These cards are often used with digital media–equipped cameras and PDAs as well as with other computers. The Media Card Reader supports the following formats: ●...
  • Page 6: Inserting A Digital Card

    Inserting a digital card CAUTION: To avoid damaging the digital card or the computer, do not insert any type of adapter into the SD Card Reader. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the digital card connectors, use minimal force to insert a digital card. Hold the digital card label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer.
  • Page 7: Removing A Digital Card

    Removing a digital card CAUTION: To prevent loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safely remove the digital card. Save your information and close all programs associated with the digital card. NOTE: To stop a data transfer, click Cancel in the operating system Copying window. To remove a digital card: Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.
  • Page 8: Using Smart Cards

    Using smart cards NOTE: The term smart card is used throughout this chapter to refer to both smart cards and Java™ Cards. A smart card is a credit card–sized accessory that carries a microchip containing memory and a microprocessor. Like personal computers, smart cards have an operating system to manage input and output, and they include security features to protect against tampering.
  • Page 9: Inserting A Smart Card

    Inserting a smart card To insert a smart card: Holding the smart card label-side up, gently slide the card into the smart card reader until the card is seated. Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on to the computer using the smart card PIN. Inserting a smart card...
  • Page 10: Removing A Smart Card

    Removing a smart card To remove a smart card: Grasp the edge of the smart card, and pull it out of the smart card reader. ▲ Chapter 2 Using smart cards...
  • Page 11: Using Expresscards

    Using ExpressCards An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that is inserted into the ExpressCard slot. Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are designed to conform to the standard specifications of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). Configuring an ExpressCard Install only the software required for your device.
  • Page 12: Inserting An Expresscard

    Inserting an ExpressCard CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer and external media cards, do not insert a PC Card into an ExpressCard slot. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the connectors: Use minimal force when inserting an ExpressCard. Do not move or transport the computer when an ExpressCard is in use. The ExpressCard slot may contain a protective insert.
  • Page 13: Removing An Expresscard

    Removing an ExpressCard CAUTION: To prevent loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safely remove the ExpressCard. Save your information and close all programs associated with the ExpressCard. NOTE: To stop a data transfer, click Cancel in the operating system Copying window. To remove an ExpressCard: Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.
  • Page 14: Index

    Index configuring ExpressCards 7 digital card defined 1 inserting 2 removing 3 stopping 3 ExpressCard configuring 7 defined 7 inserting 8 removing 9 removing insert 8 stopping 9 Java Card defined 4 inserting 5 removing 6 smart card defined 4 inserting 5 removing 6 Index...

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