HP Pavilion Dv7t 4100 Cto Select Edition Entertainment Notebook Pc Manual

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...

9 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...

10.Insert a new memory module by:
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...

13.Insert and tighten the five memory module compartment screws (3).
14.Replace the battery.
15.Turn over the computer.
16.Connect external devices to the computer.
17.Connect the computer to AC power.
18.Turn on the computer.
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10 Security
Protecting the computer
Standard security features provided by the Windows operating system and the non-Windows Setup
Utility protect your personal settings and data from a variety of risks.
Follow the procedures in this guide to use:
●Passwords
●Antivirus software
●Firewall software
●Critical security updates
●Optional security cable
●Fingerprint Reader (select models only)
NOTE:Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents, but they might not deter software attacks
or prevent the...

Using passwords
A password is a group of characters that you choose to secure computer information. Several types of
passwords can be set, depending on how you want to control access to your information. Passwords
are set in Windows or in the non-Windows Setup Utility preinstalled on the computer.
CAUTION:To prevent being locked out of the computer, record each password set. Because most
passwords are not displayed as they are set, changed, or deleted, it is essential to record each password
immediately...

Setting passwords in Setup Utility
PasswordFunction
Administrator password●Protects access to Setup Utility.
●After this password is set, it is entered each time you
access Setup Utility.
CAUTION:If you forget your administrator password, Setup
Utility cannot be accessed.
Power-on password
●Protects access to the computer contents.
●After this password is set, it must be entered each time
you turn on or restart the computer, or exit Hibernation.
CAUTION:If you forget your power-on password, the
computer...

Changes go into effect when the computer restarts.
Entering an administrator password
At the Enter Password prompt, type your administrator password, and then press the enter key. After
three unsuccessful attempts to enter the administrator password, restart the computer and try again.
Power-on password
Your power-on password prevents unauthorized use of the computer. After this password is set, it must
be entered each time you turn on or restart the computer, or exit Hibernation. A power-on password is...