System Expansion; External Connections; Connecting An External Monitor - HP Compaq 100 Reference Manual

Chapter 4

System Expansion

This chapter introduces the optional devices for your notebook provide
instructions on how to install some of the devices.

External Connections

Connectors on the rear and side panels of the notebook allow you to connect
external devices. See Figure 1-1 and Figure 1-3 for connector locations and the
descriptions that follow. This section provides notes on using some of the
connectors.

Connecting an External Monitor

If you want the benefits of a larger color display screen, you can connect an
external VGA-compatible monitor to your notebook. Follow these steps to
connect a monitor to your notebook:
1. Make sure that your monitor is configured for analog operation and that the
voltage setting corresponds to that of the electrical outlet. Consult the
monitor's manual for instructions.
2. Make sure the notebook is not turned on or connected to AC power.
3. Open the cover on the rear of the notebook. Plug the monitor's D-type
signal connector to the notebook's VGA port, marked as
4. Plug one end of the monitor's power cord into the power socket on the
monitor and the other end to an electrical outlet.
5. To use the monitor, turn on the monitor before turning on the notebook.
6. The monitor should respond by default. If not, you can switch the display to
the monitor by pressing [Fn]+[F5].
Supplied with your notebook are several video utilities and drivers that offer
extended video modes. See Chapter 6 for additional information.
System Expansion
(Figure 1-3 #7).
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