HP 14-in-1 Media Card Reader User Guide
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About This Guide This guide provides information on setting up and using the HP 14-in-1 Media Card Reader. WARNING! Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life. CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information. NOTE: Text set off in this manner provides important supplemental information.
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Table of contents 1 Product Features ............................................................................................................................................ 1 HP 14-in-1 Media Card Reader ............................................................................................................ 1 HP 14-in-1 (USB) Media Card Reader Kit Contents ............................................................................ 1 Installing the Media Reader 13.3-cm (5.25-inch) Adapter Kit .....
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1 Product Features HP 14-in-1 Media Card Reader The HP 14-in-1 Media Card Reader reads and writes files from your computer to different types of media. Files can be copied, edited, stored and transferred. The media card reader: ● Reads/Writes up to 14 different industry standard media types ● Capable of using USB 3.0 (4.8Gbps) or USB 2.0 (480Mbps) to provide superior performance to transfer pictures, music, video and data between flash memory cards and the computer ● Fits conveniently in the 8.
Installing the Media Reader 13.3-cm (5.25-inch) Adapter Kit The Media Card Reader can be installed in a 8.9-cm (3.5-inch) or 13.3-cm (5.25-inch) computer drive bay. If installing the 8.9-cm (3.5-inch) media card reader into a 13.3-cm (5.25-inch) drive bay, you must first install the 13.3-cm (5.25-inch) accessory kit to the reader. 1. Remove the four screws (two on each side) from the media card reader. Figure 1-1 Removing screws from Media Card Reader 2.
2 Installing the Media Card Reader Accessing the Internal Components of the Computer CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the computer or optional equipment. Before beginning these procedures, ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object. Refer to the documentation included with your computer for additional information on preventing electrostatic discharge.
4. Remove the 8.9-cm (3.5-inch) or 13.3-cm (5.25-inch) bezel blank cover from the computer’s drive bay (or remove the 8.9-cm (3.5-inch) or 13.3-cm (5.25-inch) drive from the bay if you are replacing a drive with the media card reader and do not have an empty drive bay). NOTE: Some computer models may require that the screws on the sides of the media card reader be removed before inserting the reader into the drive bay. The screws are then reinstalled after the reader is inserted.
Connecting the Media Card Reader (USB 3.0 Only) Connect the USB cable from the media card reader directly into the USB connector on the system board. Figure 2-4 Connecting to the USB 3.0 System Board CAUTION: Some system boards do not have an available USB connector. If you unplug the USB cable that is connected to the system board to free up a connector for the HP Media Card Reader, the front USB ports on the computer will not function. Connecting the Media Card Reader (USB 3.
Connecting the Media Card Reader (USB 2.0 Only) The Media Reader includes a USB 3.0 to 2.0 adapter for use with computers using USB 2.0 technology. Connect the USB cable from the media card reader to the USB adapter (1) and then connect the adapter to the USB 2.0 connector on the system board (2). CAUTION: Some system boards do not have an available USB connector.
3 Identifying Media Slots Front Panel Components The media slots accept the following cards. Figure 3-1 HP 14-in-1 USB Media Card Reader Table 3-1 Front Panel Components No.
A Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems The following table lists possible problems, the possible cause of each problem, and the recommended solutions. Table A-1 Solving Common Problems 8 Problem Possible Cause Solution No available USB connector on the system board. All USB ports on the computer are used or none are available. Purchase and install a USB expansion card with an internal USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 port(s) that is appropriate for your system.
Using the Worldwide Web For the online access to technical support information, self-solve tools, online assistance, community forums or IT experts, broad multivendor knowledge base, monitoring and diagnostic tools, go to http://www.hp.com/support. Preparing to Call Technical Support If you can not solve a problem using the troubleshooting tips in this section, you can contact Technical Support. For U.S. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP. For worldwide support go to http://welcome.hp.
