HP Probook 6450 B User Guide

To install a hard drive in the upgrade bay:
1.Insert the hard drive into the upgrade bay.
2.Tighten the upgrade bay screw.
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3.Replace the 4 hard drive screws (1), and then replace the protective screw caps (2).
4.Replace the battery.
5.Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect external power and external devices.
6.Turn on the computer.
Replacing an optical drive
CAUTION:To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system:
Shut down the computer before removing the optical drive from the upgrade bay. Do not remove the
optical drive while the computer is on, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation.
If you are not...

8.Using a flat-bladed screwdriver, gently push the tab to release the optical drive (2).
9.Remove the optical drive from the upgrade bay.
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To install an optical drive in the upgrade bay:
1.Insert the optical drive into the upgrade bay.
2.Tighten the upgrade bay screw.
3.Replace the battery.
4.Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect external power and external devices.
5.Turn on the computer.
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7 External devices
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.
Your computer model has 4 USB ports, which support USB 1.0, USB 1.1, and USB 2.0 devices.
An optional...

Removing a USB device
CAUTION:To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to
safely remove 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.
NOTE:To display the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon, click the Show hidden
icons icon (the arrow at the left side...

Using a 1394 device
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.
Connecting a 1394 device
CAUTION:To prevent damage...

To remove a 1394 device:
1.Click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon in the notification area, at the far right
of the taskbar.
NOTE:To display the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon, click the Show hidden
icons icon (the arrow at the left side of the notification area).
2.Click the name of the device in the list.
You are prompted that it is safe to remove the device.
3.Remove the device.
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Using a serial device (select models only)
Select computer models include a serial port that connects optional devices such as a serial modem,
mouse, or printer.
Some serial 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.
▲To connect a serial device, connect the device cable to the serial port on the computer.
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Using external drives
Removable external drives expand your options for storing and accessing information. A USB drive can
be added by connecting the drive to a USB port on the computer.
USB drives include the following types:
●1.44-megabyte diskette drive
●Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached)
●External optical drive
Using optional external devices
NOTE:For more information about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to
use, refer to the manufacturers...