HP Pavilion Dv6 3100 Select Edition Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

6.Replace the hard drive cover screws (3).
7.Replace the battery.
8.Turn over the computer.
9.Connect external devices to the computer.
10.Connect the computer to AC power.
11.Turn on the computer.
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8 External devices
Using a USB device
A USB port connects an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer,
scanner, or hub, to the computer or to an optional expansion product.
Some USB devices might require additional support software, which is usually included with the device.
For more information about device-specific software, refer to the manufacturers instructions.
The computer has 3 USB ports, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices. To add more
USB ports,...

Removing a USB device
CAUTION:To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, adhere to the instructions in
this section.
CAUTION:To prevent damage to a USB connector, do not pull on the cable to remove the USB device.
To remove a USB device:
1.Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area at the far right
of the taskbar.
To display the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon, click the Show hidden icons icon,
which is the arrow at the left of the...

Connecting an eSATA device
CAUTION:To prevent damage to an eSATA port connector, use minimal force to connect an eSATA
device.
To connect an eSATA device to the computer, connect the eSATA cable for the device to the eSATA
port.
A sounds alerts you that the device is connected to the computer.
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Removing an eSATA device
CAUTION:To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, adhere to the instructions in
this section.
CAUTION:To prevent damage to an eSATA connector, do not pull on the cable to remove the eSATA
device.
To remove an eSATA device:
1.Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area at the far right
of the taskbar.
To display the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon, click the Show hidden icons icon,
which is the arrow at the left of the...

9 External media cards
Using Digital Media Slot cards
Optional digital cards provide secure data storage and convenient data sharing. These cards are used
with digital media-equipped cameras and PDAs, as well as with other computers.
The Digital Media Slot supports the following digital card formats:
●Memory Stick (MS)
●Memory Stick Pro (MSP)
●MultiMediaCard (MMC)
●Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
●Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card
●xD-Picture Card (XD)
●xD-Picture Card (XD) Type H...

2.Insert the card into the Digital Media Slot, and then push in on the card until it is firmly seated.
A sounds alerts you when a device is detected, and a menu of options appears.
Removing a digital card
CAUTION:To prevent loss of data or an unresponsive system, adhere to the instructions in this
section.
NOTE:To stop a data transfer, click Cancel in the operating system Copying window.
To remove a digital card:
1.Save all information and close all programs associated with the digital card.
2.Click the...

10 Memory modules
The computer has one memory module compartment, which is located on the bottom of the computer.
The memory capacity of the computer is upgraded by adding a memory module to the vacant expansion
memory module slot or by upgrading the existing memory module in the primary memory module slot.
WARNING!To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the equipment, disconnect the power
cord and remove all batteries before installing a memory module.
CAUTION:Electrostatic discharge (ESD)...

8.Lift the memory module compartment cover (2) away from the computer.
9.If replacing a memory module, remove the existing memory module by:
a.Pulling away the retention clips (1) on each side of the memory module.
The memory module tilts up.
CAUTION:To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the
edges only. Do not touch the components on the memory module.
b.Grasping the edge of the memory module (2), and gently pulling the module out of the memory
module slot.
To protect a memory...

CAUTION:To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges
only. Do not touch the components on the memory module, and do not bend the memory module.
a.Aligning the notched edge (1) of the memory module with the tab in the memory module slot.
b.With the memory module at a 45-degree angle from the surface of the memory module
compartment, pressing the module (2) into the memory module slot until it is seated.
c.Gently pressing the memory module (3) down, applying pressure to both...