HP Pavilion Dv6 3300 Entertainment Notebook Pc Series Manual

Before moving the computer, HP recommends shutting down the computer or initiating Sleep or
Hibernation.
Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software
The HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software:
●Enables and disables HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection.
NOTE:Depending on your user privileges, you might not have the rights to enable or disable
HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. Additionally, members of an Administrator group can
change the privileges for non-Administrator users....

Replacing a drive in the primary hard drive bay
CAUTION:To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system:
Shut down the computer before removing the hard drive from the hard drive bay. Do not remove the
hard drive while the computer is on or in Sleep or Hibernation.
If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn on the computer by pressing the
Power button, and then shut down the computer through the operating system.
NOTE:The cover of the primary hard drive bay is marked...

10.Using the tab (2) on the right side of the hard drive, lift the hard drive to a 45-degree angle, and
then remove the hard drive (3) from the computer.
To install the primary hard drive:
1.Insert the hard drive into the hard drive bay (1).
2.Using the tab (2), pull the hard drive to the right so that the rubber spacers tuck into the
openings on the right side of the hard drive bay.
3.Connect the hard drive cable (3) to the hard drive connector on the system board.
4.Align the tabs on the hard drive...

6.Tighten 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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7 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, see 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, connect...

Removing a USB device
CAUTION:To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, adhere to the instructions in
“Removing a USB device.”
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
“Removing an eSATA device.”
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...

8 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
“Removing a digital card.”
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...