HP 2700 Ultra-Slim Expansion Base
User Guide
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First Edition: July 2007
Document Part Number: 443762-001
Table of contents
1 Identifying components
Top components ................................................................................................................................... 1
Rear components ................................................................................................................................. 2
Left-side components ........................................................................................................................... 3
Getting more information ...................................................................................................................... 4
2 Docking and undocking
Connecting to the AC adapter .............................................................................................................. 5
Docking the computer .......................................................................................................................... 7
Undocking the computer ...................................................................................................................... 8
3 Using the expansion base
Using the optical drive .......................................................................................................................... 9
Inserting an optical disc ....................................................................................................... 9
Removing an optical disc when running on battery or external power .............................. 10
Removing an optical disc when no computer power is available ....................................... 11
Using the optional HP 2700 Ultra-Slim Battery .................................................................................. 12
Connecting the optional accessory battery ........................................................................ 12
Disconnecting the optional accessory battery ................................................................... 13
Connecting an optional security cable ................................................................................................ 15
4 Troubleshooting
Docking and undocking problems and solutions ................................................................................ 17
External device problems and solutions ............................................................................................. 18
Technical support ............................................................................................................................... 19
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 20
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1 Identifying components
Top components
Component Description
(1) Docking posts (4) Align and secure the computer for proper connection to the
expansion base.
(2) Computer connect/release mechanisms (4) Connect the computer when you press it down and release the
computer when you pull the connection latch.
(3) Security cable switch When used with an optional security cable, slide the switch to
secure the expansion base either when a computer is docked or
when a computer is not docked.
(4) AC power connect light On: The expansion base is connected to AC power.
(5) Docking connector Connects the computer to the expansion base.
(6) Connection light On: The computer is docked.
(7) Connection latch Pull the connection latch outward to release the computer.
Top components 1
Rear components
Component Description
(1) External monitor port Connects an optional external VGA monitor or projector.
(2) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
(3) USB ports (4) Connect optional USB devices.
(4) S-Video-out jack Connects an optional S-Video device such as a television, VCR,
camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card.
(5) Audio-out jack Produces computer sound when connected to optional powered
stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television
audio.
(6) Audio-in jack Connects home audio equipment such as CD and MP3 players.
(7) Power connector Connects the computer's AC adapter or an optional adapter.
(8) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the expansion base.
NOTE: Security solutions are designed to act as deterrents.
These deterrents may not prevent a product from being mishandled
or stolen.
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Left-side components
The optical drive is located on the left side of the expansion base.
Left-side components 3
Getting more information
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For comprehensive information about your computer, as well as governmental agency and safety
information about the use of your computer, access Help and Support by selecting Start > Help
and Support.
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The HP Web site (
http://www.hp.com) provides product news and software updates.
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