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- Page 1 HP USB Media Port Replicator User Guide...
- Page 2 The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents 1 Getting started Identifying components ........................2 Rear components ........................ 2 Setting up the port replicator ........................ 3 Step 1: Connect to AC power ....................3 Step 2: Connect the computer ..................... 3 Step 3: Prevent the computer from sleeping ............... 4 2 Using the port replicator Port replicator guidelines ........................ -
Page 5: Getting Started
Getting started This chapter identifies the visible hardware features of the HP USB Media Port Replicator and provides the instructions for setting up the port replicator. NOTE: The port replicator may have features that are not supported by your computer. -
Page 6: Identifying Components
Identifying components Rear components Component Description Power connector Connects the AC adapter to the port replicator. NOTE: The port replicator does not provide power to the computer. USB ports (4) Connect optional USB devices. Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. -
Page 7: Setting Up The Port Replicator
Setting up the port replicator Step 1: Connect to AC power WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment: Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at all times. Disconnect power from the product by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on the power cord, plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3- pin outlet. -
Page 8: Step 3: Prevent The Computer From Sleeping
Connect the USB cable to a USB port on the computer (2). NOTE: The location of the USB port on your computer varies by computer series and model. Step 3: Prevent the computer from sleeping To ensure that the computer does not initiate Sleep or Standby when the display is closed: Open the Windows Control Panel Power Options page, and then click the Advanced tab. -
Page 9: Using The Port Replicator
Using the port replicator Port replicator guidelines ● Operating systems—For optimal performance, use the port replicator with HP or Compaq computers running Microsoft® Windows® 7, Windows XP, or Windows Vista® operating systems. ● Power—To use port replicator features, AC power must be connected to the port replicator. -
Page 10: Connecting To A Network
Connecting to a network You can connect your computer through the port replicator to a network. This requires an Ethernet cable (purchased separately). Connect the port replicator to your computer. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 (network) jack on the port replicator (1) and the other end to a RJ-45 wall jack (2) or router. -
Page 11: Connecting Usb Devices
Connecting USB devices The port replicator has 4 USB ports. Use these ports to connect optional external USB devices, such as a keyboard or mouse. Connecting USB devices... -
Page 12: Connecting To A Vga Display Device
Connecting to a VGA display device The port replicator can also be connected to an external VGA display device, such as a monitor or a projector, through the external monitor port. To connect an external VGA display device: Connect the device cable to the external monitor port on the back of the port replicator. If using Windows 7, press fn+f4 on the computer one or more times to switch the screen image to... -
Page 13: Connecting Audio
Do not connect more than one audio device to the port replicator. NOTE: The headphone jack on the computer is disabled when an audio device is connected to the port replicator, or when the port replicator is connected to the HP USB Notebook Speaker (purchased separately). Connecting analog audio devices... -
Page 14: Connecting An Optional Security Cable
Connecting an optional security cable NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the port replicator from being mishandled or stolen. To install a security cable: Loop the security cable around a secured object. Insert the key (1) into the cable lock (2). -
Page 15: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Solving common problems The following tables list possible problems and the recommended solutions. General use and connection problems Problem Possible cause Solution The ports or jacks on the port replicator The port replicator is not connected to Connect the AC adapter to the power are not working. -
Page 16: Audio Problems
Audio problems Problem Possible cause Solution Headphones or other audio device Headphones or another audio device is Disconnect the headphones or other connected to the computer does not connected to the headphone jack on the audio device from the headphone jack on produce sound. -
Page 17: Getting More Information
Help and Support by clicking Start, and then clicking Help and Support. ● The HP Web site (http://www.hp.com) provides product news and software updates. Technical support If you cannot solve a problem using the troubleshooting tips in this chapter, you may need to contact technical support. -
Page 18: Index
Index analog audio 9 ports audio connection external monitor 2 analog 9 USB 2, 7 troubleshooting 12 power connector 3 audio-out (headphone) jack 9 RJ-45 (network) jack 2, 6 computer, connecting 3 computer, sleeping 4 S/PDIF audio jack 2 connector, power 2, 3 security cable, connecting 10 external devices 5 technical support 13...