User’s Manual
8-2
Optional Devices
PC card
The computer is equipped with a PC card slot that can accommodate one
5 mm Type II card. Any PC card that meets industry standards
(manufactured by TOSHIBA or other vendor) can be installed. The slot
supports 16-bit PC cards, including PC card 16’s multifunction card and
CardBus PC cards.
CardBus supports the new standard of 32-bit PC cards. The bus provides
superior performance for the greater demands of multimedia data
transmission.
Inserting a PC card
The PC card slot is located on the left side of the computer.
Windows hot-install feature lets you insert PC cards while the computer’s
power is on.
To insert a PC card, follow the steps below:
1. Insert a PC card in the PC card slot.
2. Press gently to ensure a firm connection.
Inserting the PC card
3. After inserting the PC card, refer to the PC card’s documentation and
check the configuration in Windows to make sure it is appropriate for
your PC card.
Q
Do not insert a PC card while the computer is in standby or hibernation
mode. Some cards might not work properly.
Q
An HDD or CD-ROM connected to a 16-bit PC card, might affect the
performance of the computer’s sound system and data transmission,
including slower transmission speeds and dialing errors.
PC card
PC card slot