External Devices User Guide
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Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer.
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Table of contents 1 Using a USB device Connecting a USB device .................................................................................................................... 1 Stopping and removing a USB device .................................................................................................. 1 Using USB legacy support ...................................................................................................................
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1 Using a USB device Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that can be used to connect an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub. 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. Depending on the model, the computer may have up to 4 USB ports, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices.
To stop and remove a USB device: 1. Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. NOTE: To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon, click the Show Hidden Icons icon (< or <<) in the notification area. 2. Click the name of the device in the list. NOTE: If the USB device is not listed, you do not have to stop the device before you remove it. 3. Click Stop, and then click OK. 4. Remove the device.
2 Using a 1394 device(select models only) 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. The 1394 port also supports IEEE 1394a devices.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to a 1394 connector, do not pull on the cable to remove the 1394 device. 1. Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. NOTE: To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon, click the Show Hidden Icons icon (< or <<) in the notification area. 2. Click the name of the device in the list. NOTE: If the device is not listed, you do not have to stop the device before you remove it. 4 3. Click Stop, and then click OK. 4.
3 Using the docking connector The docking connector connects the computer to an optional docking device. An optional docking device provides additional ports and connectors that can be used with the computer.
Index Symbols/Numerics 1394 cable, connecting 3 1394 devices connecting 3 description 3 stopping 3 1394 port 3 C cables 1394 3 USB 1 D docking connector 5 H hubs 1 P ports 1394 3 USB 1 U USB cable, connecting 1 USB devices connecting 1 description 1 removing 1 stopping 1 USB hubs 1 USB legacy support 2 USB ports, identifying 1 6 Index ENWW
