HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7 and Windows Vista
Table Of Contents
- Introduction
- Networking (select models only)
- Multimedia
- Power management
- Shutting down the computer
- Setting power options
- Using Power Assistant (select models only)
- Using battery power
- Finding additional battery information
- Using Battery Check
- Displaying the remaining battery charge
- Maximizing battery discharge time
- Managing low battery levels
- Conserving battery power
- Storing a battery
- Disposing of a used battery
- Replacing the battery
- Using external AC power
- Switching between graphics modes (select models only)
- External cards and devices
- Using Media Card Reader cards (select models only)
- Using PC Cards (select models only)
- Using ExpressCards (select models only)
- Using smart cards (select models only)
- Using a USB device
- Using 1394 devices (select models only)
- Using an eSATA device (select models only)
- Using a serial device (select models only)
- Using optional external devices
- Drives
- Security
- Protecting the computer
- Using passwords
- Using antivirus software
- Using firewall software
- Installing critical security updates
- Using HP ProtectTools Security Manager (select models only)
- Installing an optional security cable
- Using the fingerprint reader (select models only)
- Maintenance
- Computer Setup (BIOS) and System Diagnostics
- MultiBoot
- Management
- Traveling with the computer
- Troubleshooting resources
- Electrostatic Discharge
- Index
Inserting a PC Card
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer and external media cards, do not insert an
ExpressCard into a PC Card slot.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the connectors:
Use minimal force when inserting a PC Card.
Do not move or transport the computer when a PC Card is in use.
The PC Card slot may contain a protective insert. The insert
must
be
removed before you can insert a
PC Card:
1. Pres
s the PC Card eject button (1).
This action extends the button into position for releasing the insert.
2. Press the PC Card eject button again to release the insert.
3. Pull the insert out of the slot (2).
To insert a PC Card:
1. Hold the card label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer.
2. Insert the card into the PC Card slot, and then press in on the card until it is firmly seated.
You will hear a sound when the card has been detected, and a menu of available options may
be displayed.
NOTE: The first time y
ou connect a PC Card, a message in the notification area lets you know
that the device is recognized by the computer.
36 Chapter 5 External cards and devices