HP Pavilion Dv1700 Notebook Pc Series Manual

Security
Hardware and Software Guide 6–11
Firewall Software
When you use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet 
access, it is possible for unauthorized persons to obtain 
information about you, your computer, and your information. To 
protect your privacy, it is recommended that you use
 firewall 
software.
Firewalls monitor all incoming and outgoing traffic on your 
computer by including features such as logging and reporting, 
automatic alarms, and user interfaces for configuring the firewall....

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Security
Optional Security Cable
✎The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but may not 
prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
To install a security cable:
1. Loop the security cable around a secured object.
2. Insert the key 1 into the cable lock 2.
3. Insert the cable lock into the security cable slot on the 
computer 3, and then lock the cable lock with the key. 

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Hardware Upgrades and 
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Device Connections
Connecting a Powered Device
To connect the computer to an optional external device that has a 
power cord:
1. Be sure the device is turned off.
2. Connect the device to the jack or port on the computer 
specified by the device manufacturer.
3. Plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet.
4. Turn on the device.
✎If an optional monitor that is properly connected to the monitor 
port does not display an image,...

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Hardware Upgrades and Replacements
Connecting a USB Device
Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a hardware interface that can be 
used to connect an external device such as a USB keyboard, 
mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub to the computer or an 
optional expansion product. 
A hub is a connecting device that can be either powered or 
unpowered. USB hubs can be connected to a USB port on the 
computer or to other hubs. Hubs support varying numbers of 
USB
 devices and are...

Hardware Upgrades and Replacements
Hardware and Software Guide 7–3
To connect a USB device to the computer, slide the USB 
connector into the USB port. (The operating system will issue a 
sound to indicate that a device has been detected.)
✎The first time you connect a USB device, the “New Hardware 
Found” message is displayed in the lower-right corner of the 
display.
Stopping a USB Device
ÄCAUTION: To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, 
stop a USB device before removing it.
To stop...

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Hardware Upgrades and Replacements
Connecting a 1394 Device
IEEE 1394 is a hardware interface that can be used to connect a 
high-speed multimedia or data storage device to the computer. 
Scanners, digital cameras, and digital camcorders often require 
a
 1394 connection.
You may have to load device-specific drivers and other software 
before using some 1394 devices. For information about 
device-specific software, refer to the device user guides or to the 
Web site of the...

Hardware Upgrades and Replacements
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Stopping a 1394 Device
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CAUTION: To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, 
stop a 1394 device before removing it.
To stop a 1394 device:
1. Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the 
notification area (at the far right of the taskbar).
2. Click the 1394 device listing.
✎To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon, click Show 
hidden icons in the notification area.
Connecting a Communication Device
For...

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Hardware Upgrades and Replacements
Digital Cards
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 other computers.
The Digital Media Slot in the computer supports the following 
digital card formats: 
■Memory Stick and Memory Stick Pro
■xD-Picture Card (XD)
■MultiMediaCard
■SmartMedia (SM) card
■Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
ÄCAUTION: To avoid damaging your...

Hardware Upgrades and Replacements
Hardware and Software Guide 7–7
Using the Digital Media Slot Light
The Digital Media Slot light is turned on when an inserted digital 
card is
 being accessed. The Digital Media Slot light is turned off 
when an inserted digital card is inactive or when the Digital 
Media Slot is vacant. 

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Inserting an Optional Digital Card
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CAUTION: To prevent damage to digital card connectors, use minimal 
force when inserting a digital card into the Digital Media Slot.
To insert a digital card:
1. Hold the card label-side up with the connectors facing 
the
 computer.
2. Slide the digital card into the Digital Media Slot until the card 
is seated. 
The operating system will issue a sound to indicate that a 
device has been detected.
✎The...