AJ-e.book Page 46 Friday, April 11, 2003 5:18 PM 46 2 Operating on battery power conservation and maximum performance at the same time. Windows handles all power-saving chores for your computer. Advanced Configuration and Power Interface Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) is a power management specification jointly developed by Compaq/Intel/Microsoft/Phoenix/Toshiba. ACPI enables Windows to control the amount of power given to each device attached to the computer.
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AJ-e.book Page 48 Friday, April 11, 2003 5:18 PM Your computer offers excellent expansion capabilities with its built-in ports and connectors. This chapter describes how to connect peripherals and hardware options that help you use your computer with ease. When connecting peripherals, read the manual included with the peripheral for operating instructions. You can purchase most of these and other options directly from authorized dealers. This chapter also includes sections on how to upgrade key components.
AJ-e.book Page 49 Friday, April 11, 2003 5:18 PM 49 External monitor You can connect an external monitor to the CRT port. Read the monitor manual for additional instructions. Note: If an external monitor is not connected, closing the display cover puts the computer into Standby mode. Using simultaneous display Your computer takes advantage of Windows multi-display capability, allowing you to use your computer for presentation purposes.
AJ-e.book Page 50 Friday, April 11, 2003 5:18 PM 50 3 Peripherals and options S-video The S-video port allows you to output to a television or display devices that support S-video input. This is important if you want to do some presentations.
AJ-e.book Page 51 Friday, April 11, 2003 5:18 PM 51 External keyboard This computer has a keyboard with full-sized keys and an embedded keypad. If you feel more comfortable using a desktop keyboard, you can connect a USB external keyboard. To connect an external keyboard, plug the external keyboard into the USB port.
AJ-e.book Page 52 Friday, April 11, 2003 5:18 PM 52 3 Peripherals and options External pointing device This computer accepts either a USB mouse or a similar pointing device.
AJ-e.book Page 53 Friday, April 11, 2003 5:18 PM 53 Printer You can also connect a USB printer to your computer USB port. See your printer manual for operating instructions.
AJ-e.book Page 54 Friday, April 11, 2003 5:18 PM 54 3 Peripherals and options Audio devices Audio devices are easy to connect with the audio ports accessible from the rear side of the computer. You can plug an external microphone into the microphone jack. Audio line-in device into the line-in jack. Amplified speakers or headphones connect to the line-out jack.
AJ-e.book Page 55 Friday, April 11, 2003 5:18 PM 55 PC Card The computer has a built-in CardBus PC Card slot that can accommodate one type II PC Card. Please consult your dealer for PC Card options available that you can purchase for your computer. PC Card slot The type II CardBus PC Card slot found on the left panel of the computer accepts credit-card-sized cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer.
AJ-e.book Page 56 Friday, April 11, 2003 5:18 PM 56 3 Peripherals and options Ejecting a card Before ejecting a PC Card: • Exit the application using the card. • Left-click on the PC Card icon on the taskbar and stop the card operation. Press the slot eject button once to pop it out; then press it again to eject the PC Card.
AJ-e.book Page 57 Friday, April 11, 2003 5:18 PM 57 USB devices The computer has two USB (Universal Serial Bus) (2.0) ports that allow you to connect peripherals without occupying too many resources. Common USB devices include a mouse, keyboard, and digital camera.
AJ-e.book Page 58 Friday, April 11, 2003 5:18 PM 58 3 Peripherals and options IEEE 1394 devices The computer's fast IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect IEEE 1394 supported devices like a digital video camera or optical drive. The computer comes with 2 kind of IEEE 1394 ports, 4-pin and 6-pin for more flexibility. See your peripheral's documentation for details.
AJ-e.book Page 59 Friday, April 11, 2003 5:18 PM 59 Miscellaneous options Additional power packs You can order an AC adapter and spare batteries. Battery pack It is a good practice to have a spare battery around, especially when you travel. The Li-ion battery, coupled with the power management features of your computer, supplies you with more power on-the-go. You can also purchase a secondary battery pack to install in the module bay.
