Video, Displayport, Connecting a thunderbolt port – HP ZBook 17 Mobile Workstation User Manual

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Video

Your HP computer is a powerful video device that enables you to watch streaming video from your
favorite websites and download video and movies to watch on your computer without needing to
connect to a network.

To enhance your viewing enjoyment, use one of the video ports on the computer to connect an
external monitor, projector, or TV. Your computer may have an high-definition multimedia interface
(HDMI) port, which allows you to connect a high-definition monitor or TV.

Your computer has a DisplayPort external video port.

IMPORTANT:

Be sure that the external device is connected to the correct port on the computer,

using the correct cable. Check the device manufacturer's instructions if you have questions.

NOTE:

Refer to the

Getting to know your computer on page 4

section for information about your

computer's video ports.

DisplayPort

The DisplayPort connects the computer to an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition
television, or to any compatible digital or audio component. The DisplayPort delivers higher
performance than the VGA external monitor port and improves digital connectivity.

NOTE:

To transmit video and/or audio signals through the DisplayPort, you need a DisplayPort

cable (purchased separately).

NOTE:

One DisplayPort device can be connected to the DisplayPort port on the computer. The

information displayed on the computer screen can be simultaneously displayed on the DisplayPort
device.

To connect a video or audio device to the DisplayPort:

Connect one end of the DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort port on the computer.

Connect the other end of the cable to the video device, and then see the device manufacturer’s
instructions for additional information.

NOTE:

To remove the device cable, press down on connector release button to disconnect it on the

computer.

Connecting a Thunderbolt port

The Thunderbolt port connects an optional high-resolution display device or a high-performance data
device. This port delivers higher performance than the VGA external monitor port and improves digital
connectivity.

Chapter 5 Multimedia