HP Pavilion Dm3 3100 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

							5 External cards and devices
Using Digital Media Slot cards (select models only)
Optional digital cards provide secure data storage and convenient data sharing. These cards are
often used with digital media–equipped cameras and PDAs as well as with other computers.
To determine the digital card formats that are supported on your computer, refer to the Getting
Started guide.
Inserting a digital card
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to the digital card connectors, use minimal force to insert
a digital card.
1.Hold the card label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer.
2.Insert the card into the Digital Media Slot, and then press in on the card until it is firmly seated.
You will hear a sound when the device has been detected, and a menu of options may be
displayed.
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							Removing a digital card
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following
procedure to safely remove the digital card.
1.Save your information and close all programs associated with the digital card.
2.Click the remove hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. Then
follow the on-screen instructions.
3.Either press in on the card (1), and then remove it from the slot (2).
– or –
Pull the card out of the slot.
Using PC Cards (select models only)
A PC Card is a credit card–sized accessory designed to conform to the standard specifications of the
Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA). The PC Card slot supports the
following types of PC Cards:
●32-bit (CardBus) and 16-bit PC Cards
●Type I and Type II PC Cards
NOTE:Zoomed video PC Cards and 12-V PC Cards are not supported.
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							Configuring a PC Card
To reduce the risk of loss of support for other PC Cards during configuration, install only the software
required for the device. If you are instructed by the PC Card manufacturer to install device drivers:
●Install only the device drivers for your operating system.
●Do not install other software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers, supplied by
the PC Card manufacturer.
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.Press 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.
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							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 you connect a PC Card, a message in the notification area lets you know
that the device is recognized by the computer.
NOTE:To conserve power, stop or remove a PC Card when it is not in use.
Removing a PC Card
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, stop a PC Card before
removing it.
1.Save your information and close all programs associated with the PC Card.
2.Click the remove hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then
follow the on-screen instructions.
3.Release and remove the PC Card:
a.Press the PC Card eject button (1).
This action extends the button into position for releasing the PC Card.
b.Press the PC Card eject button again to release the PC Card.
c.Pull the PC Card (2) out of the slot.
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							Using ExpressCards (select models only)
An ExpressCard is a high-performance PC Card that is inserted into the ExpressCard slot.
Like standard PC Cards, ExpressCards are designed to conform to the standard specifications of the
Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA).
Configuring an ExpressCard
Install only the software required for the card. If you are instructed by the ExpressCard manufacturer
to install device drivers:
●Install only the device drivers for your operating system.
●Do not install additional software, such as card services, socket services, or enablers, that are
supplied by the ExpressCard manufacturer.
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							Inserting an ExpressCard
CAUTION:To prevent damage to the computer and external media cards, do not insert a PC Card
into an ExpressCard slot.
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to the connectors:
Use minimal force when inserting an ExpressCard.
Do not move or transport the computer when an ExpressCard is in use.
The ExpressCard slot may contain a protective insert. To remove the insert:
1.Press in on the insert (1) to unlock it.
2.Pull the insert out of the slot (2).
To insert an ExpressCard:
1.Hold the card label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer.
2.Insert the card into the ExpressCard 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 options may be
displayed.
NOTE:The first time you connect an ExpressCard, a message in the notification area lets you
know that the card is recognized by the computer.
NOTE:To conserve power, stop or remove an ExpressCard when it is not in use.
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							Removing an ExpressCard
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following
procedure to safely remove the ExpressCard.
1.Save your information and close all programs associated with the ExpressCard.
2.Click the remove hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then
follow the on-screen instructions.
3.Release and remove the ExpressCard:
a.Gently press in on the ExpressCard (1) to unlock it.
b.Pull the ExpressCard out of the slot (2).
Using smart cards (select models only)
NOTE:The term smart card is used throughout this chapter to refer to both smart cards and Java™
Cards.
A smart card is a credit card–sized accessory that carries a microchip containing memory and a
microprocessor. Like personal computers, smart cards have an operating system to manage input
and output, and they include security features to protect against tampering. Industry-standard smart
cards are used with the smart card reader (select models only).
A personal identification number (PIN) is needed to gain access to the contents of the microchip. For
more information about smart card security features, refer to Help and Support.
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							Inserting a smart card
1.Hold the card label-side up, and gently slide the card into the smart card reader until the card is
seated.
2.Follow the on-screen instructions for logging on to the computer using the smart card PIN.
Removing a smart card
▲Grasp the edge of the smart card, and then pull it out of the smart card reader.
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 manufacturers instructions.
These instructions may be provided with the software, on disc, or on the manufacturer’s Web site.
The computer has at least 1 USB port that supports USB 1.0, 1.1, 2.0, or 3.0 devices. Your computer
may also have a powered USB port that provides power to an external device if it is used with a
powered USB cable. An optional docking device or USB hub provides additional USB ports that can
be used with the computer.
Connecting a USB device
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect the
device.
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							▲Connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port.
You will hear a sound when the device has been detected.
NOTE:The first time you connect a USB device, a message in the notification area lets you know
that the device is recognized by the computer.
Removing a USB device
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, do not pull on the cable to remove
the USB device.
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of loss of information or an unresponsive system, use the following
procedure to safely remove the USB device.
1.To remove a USB device, save your information and close all programs associated with the
device.
2.Click the remove hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then
follow the on-screen instructions.
3.Remove the device.
Using 1394 devices (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 manufacturers instructions.
The 1394 port also supports IEEE 1394a devices.
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							Connecting a 1394 device
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to a 1394 port connector, use minimal force to connect the
device.
▲To connect a 1394 device to the computer, connect the 1394 cable for the device to the 1394
port.
You will hear a sound when the device has been detected.
Removing a 1394 device
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of loss of information or an unresponsive system, stop the 1394
device before removing it.
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to a 1394 connector, do not pull on the cable to remove
the 1394 device.
1.To remove a 1394 device, save your information and close all programs associated with the
device.
2.Click the remove hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar, and then
follow the on-screen instructions.
3.Remove the device.
Using an eSATA device (select models only)
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 manufacturers instructions.
NOTE:The eSATA port also supports an optional USB device.
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