17. Managing Hardware

What You’ll Do

Understand Plug and Play Hardware

View Hardware Devices

Install Hardware Devices

View System Hardware Settings

Change Windows Update Driver Settings

Change Keyboard Settings

Change Mouse Settings

Change Phone Dialing Options

Change Modem Options

Mange Storage Spaces

Manage Color

Use the Windows Mobility Center

Add a Secondary Monitor

Control Power Options

Remove Hardware Devices

Remove Plug and Play Hardware

Troubleshoot Problems

Introduction

A hardware device is any physical device that you plug into and is controlled by your personal computer or mobile device. This device can be a network or modem card that you install inside your system. It can be a printer or a scanner that you plug into the outside ...

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