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							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 sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the
power button. Then shut down the computer through the operating system.
To remove an optical drive from the upgrade bay:
1.Save your work.
2.Shut down the computer and close the display.
3.Disconnect all external hardware devices connected to the computer.
4.Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
5.Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the upgrade bay toward you.
6.Remove the battery from the computer.
7.Loosen the upgrade bay screw (1).
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							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 docking device or a USB hub provide additional USB ports that can be used with the
computer.
Connecting a USB device
CAUTION:To prevent damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect a USB device.
▲To connect a USB device to the computer, connect the USB cable for the device to the USB
port.
You will hear a sound when the device has been detected.
NOTE:The first time you connect a USB device, a message is displayed in the notification area to let
you know the device is recognized by the computer.
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							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 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.
Using USB legacy support
USB legacy support (enabled at the factory) permits the following actions:
●Using a USB keyboard, mouse, or hub connected to a USB port on the computer during startup or
in an MS-DOS-based program or utility
●Starting or restarting from an optional external MultiBay or an optional USB bootable device
To disable or reenable USB legacy support in Computer Setup, follow these steps:
1.Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu”
message is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
2.Press f10 to enter Computer Setup.
3.Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select System Configuration > Device
Configurations.
4.To disable USB legacy support, click Disabled next to USB legacy support. To reenable USB
legacy support, click Enabled next to USB legacy support.
5.To save your changes and exit Computer Setup, click Save in the lower-left corner of the screen,
and then follow the on-screen instructions.
– or –
Use the arrow keys to select File > Save changes and exit, and then follow the on-screen
instructions.
Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts.
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							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 a 1394 port connector, use minimal force when connecting a 1394
device.
▲To connect a 1394 device to the computer, connect the 1394 cable for the device to the 1394
port.
You will hear a sound when the device has been detected.
Removing a 1394 device
CAUTION:To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure to
safely remove a 1394 device.
CAUTION:To prevent damage to a 1394 connector, do not pull on the cable to remove the 1394
device.
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							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 instructions.
To connect an external device to the computer:
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when connecting a powered device, be
sure that the device is turned off and the AC power cord is unplugged.
1.Connect the device to the computer.
2.If you are connecting a powered device, plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet.
3.Turn on the device.
To disconnect an unpowered external device, turn off the device, and then disconnect it from the
computer. To disconnect a powered external device, turn off the device, disconnect it from the computer,
and then unplug the AC power cord.
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