HP Pavilion dv8-1000 - Entertainment Notebook PC User Manual

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  • Page 1 External Devices User Guide...
  • Page 2 © Copyright 2009 Hewlett-Packard Product notice Development Company, L.P. This user guide describes features that are The information contained herein is subject common to most models. Some features to change without notice. The only may not be available on your computer.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 Using a USB device Connecting a USB device ........................2 Removing a USB device ........................2 2 Using an eSATA device Connecting an eSATA device ......................3 Removing an eSATA device ........................ 4 3 Using a 1394 device Connecting a 1394 device ........................
  • Page 5: Using A Usb Device

    Using a USB device A USB port connects an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub, to the computer or to an optional expansion product. 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.
  • Page 6: Connecting A Usb Device

    Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To prevent damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect a USB device. 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.
  • Page 7: Using An Esata Device

    Using an eSATA device An eSATA port connects an optional high-performance eSATA component, such as an eSATA external hard drive. Some eSATA 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. NOTE: The eSATA port also supports an optional USB device.
  • Page 8: Removing An Esata Device

    Removing an eSATA device CAUTION: To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to safely remove the device. CAUTION: To prevent damage to an eSATA connector, do not pull on the cable to remove the eSATA device.
  • Page 9: Using A 1394 Device

    Using a 1394 device IEEE 1394 is a hardware interface that connects a high-speed multimedia or data storage device to the computer. Scanners, digital cameras, and digital camcorders often require a 1394 connection. Some 1394 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.
  • Page 10: Connecting A 1394 Device

    Connecting a 1394 device CAUTION: To prevent damage to a 1394 port connector, use minimal force when connecting a 1394 device. To connect a 1394 device to the computer, connect the 1394 cable for the device to the 1394 ▲ port.
  • Page 11: Using The Expansion Port

    Using the expansion port The expansion port connects the computer to an optional docking device or expansion product, so that additional ports and connectors can be used with the computer. NOTE: The computer has only one expansion port. The term expansion port 3 describes the type of expansion port.
  • Page 12: Index

    Index Symbols/Numerics USB ports, identifying 1 1394 cable, connecting 6 1394 devices connecting 6 description 5 stopping 6 1394 port 5 cables 1394 6 eSATA 3 USB 2 eSATA cable, connecting 3 eSATA devices connecting 3 description 3 removing 4 stopping 4 expansion port 7 hubs 1...

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