HP USB Media Port Replicator, User Manual

Page 1: ...HP USB Media Port Replicator User Guide ...

Page 2: ...ion contained herein is subject to change without notice The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein First Edition January 2010 Document Part Num...

Page 3: ...Using the port replicator Port replicator guidelines 5 Connecting to a network 6 Connecting USB devices 7 Connecting to a VGA display device 8 Connecting audio 9 Connecting analog audio devices 9 Connecting an optional security cable 10 3 Troubleshooting Solving common problems 11 General use and connection problems 11 Audio problems 12 Video problems 12 Getting more information 13 Technical suppo...

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Page 5: ...er identifies the visible hardware features of the HP USB Media Port Replicator and provides the instructions for setting up the port replicator NOTE The port replicator may have features that are not supported by your computer 1 ...

Page 6: ... headphone jack Produces computer sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers headphones ear buds a headset or television audio 5 USB connector Connects the port replicator to the computer 6 RJ 45 network jack Connects a network cable 7 External monitor port Connects an optional external VGA monitor or projector 8 Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the port rep...

Page 7: ...ed earthed 3 pin outlet Do not disable the power cord grounding pin for example by attaching a 2 pin adapter The grounding pin is an important safety feature It is possible to receive an electric shock from a system that is not properly grounded 1 Connect the computer AC adapter to the power connector 1 2 Connect the AC power cord to the AC adapter 2 3 Connect the AC power cord to the AC outlet 3 ...

Page 8: ...omputer does not initiate Sleep or Standby when the display is closed 1 Open the Windows Control Panel Power Options page and then click the Advanced tab 2 In the Power Buttons section click Do nothing from the When I close the lid of my portable computer list and then click OK NOTE For instructions on accessing the Power Options page refer to Help and Support on the computer 4 Chapter 1 Getting s...

Page 9: ...o use port replicator features AC power must be connected to the port replicator Connecting and disconnecting The computer can be connected or disconnected from the port replicator whether the computer is on or off External devices When the computer is connected to the port replicator you may attach external devices to the ports on the rear panel of the port replicator or to the ports on the compu...

Page 10: ... network This requires an Ethernet cable purchased separately 1 Connect the port replicator to your computer 2 Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the RJ 45 network jack on the port replicator 1 and the other end to a RJ 45 wall jack 2 or router 6 Chapter 2 Using the port replicator ...

Page 11: ...Connecting USB devices The port replicator has 4 USB ports Use these ports to connect optional external USB devices such as a keyboard or mouse Connecting USB devices 7 ...

Page 12: ...ws 7 the computer will automatically detect the external device Refer to Help and Support for more information NOTE To use extended display refer to the operating system display settings of the computer NOTE If the computer lid switch is set to initiate Standby or Sleep when the display is closed do not close the computer display while the computer is connected to an external display device You ca...

Page 13: ...evice is connected to the port replicator or when the port replicator is connected to the HP USB Notebook Speaker purchased separately Connecting analog audio devices To connect analog audio 1 Connect one end of an audio Y cable purchased separately to the headphone jack on the port replicator 1 2 Connect the other end to the red and white audio in jacks on your television or stereo equipment 2 Re...

Page 14: ...event the port replicator from being mishandled or stolen To install a security cable 1 Loop the security cable around a secured object 2 Insert the key 1 into the cable lock 2 3 Insert the cable lock into the security cable slot on the port replicator 3 and then turn the key 10 Chapter 2 Using the port replicator ...

Page 15: ...lution The ports or jacks on the port replicator are not working The port replicator is not connected to AC power Connect the AC adapter to the power connector on the port replictor and to an AC outlet The computer is not connected to the port replicator correctly Disconnect the USB cable from the computer and then reconnect the cable to the computer Solving common problems 11 ...

Page 16: ...phone is connected to the port replicator While a microphone is connected to the port replicator the microphone jack on the computer is disabled Either use the microphone connected to the port replicator or disconnect it A connected home entertainment system does not have audio Audio is not connected properly Be sure that the port replicator is properly connected to the home entertainment system V...

Page 17: ... following information available when you call or e mail The computer and port replicator model types Serial numbers for the computer and port replicator Dates the computer and port replicator were purchased Conditions under which the problem occurred Error messages that have been displayed Hardware configuration of the computer Hardware and software you are using The manufacturer and model of the...

Page 18: ... out jack 9 Help and Support 13 J jacks audio out headphone 9 RJ 11 modem 6 RJ 45 network 2 6 S PDIF 2 L lock security cable 10 M monitor port external 2 N network RJ 45 jack 2 6 O operating systems supported 5 P ports external monitor 2 USB 2 7 power connector 3 R RJ 45 network jack 2 6 S S PDIF audio jack 2 security cable connecting 10 T technical support 13 U USB devices connecting 7 USB ports ...

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