Connecting a usb storage device, Removing a usb device – HP ProBook 6465b Notebook-PC User Manual

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Connecting a USB storage 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.

NOTE:

When you connect a USB device, you may see a message in the notification area to let you

know that the device is recognized by the system.

Removing a USB device

CAUTION:

To prevent damage to a USB connector, do not pull on the cable to remove the USB

device.

CAUTION:

To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system, use the following procedure

to safely remove a USB device.

To remove a USB device:

1.

Open File Browser by selecting Computer > Nautilus.

2.

Click the Eject icon next to the name of the device in the Places list on the left pane of File
Browser.

NOTE:

Ejecting a USB device from Nautilus is only required if it is a storage device.

3.

Remove the device.

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