Elitegroup G733G - Manual (Page 35)

PCMCIA Cards and Expansion Sockets
The Notebook features one PCMCIA expansion socket design to interface with one Type II card.
Inserting a PCMCIA Card
The computer will emit a medium tone followed by a high tone when a PC card is inserted. When you
eject a card, the computer will emit a high tone followed by a medium tone. You can insert and remove a
PC card whether the computer is turned On or Off.
Follow these instructions to insert a PCMCIA card:
Hold the PCMCIA card with the arrow side up and the connector side toward the socket.
Align the card connectors with the socket and carefully slide into the socket until it locks into place.
The system will beep once to indicate that it has detected the PC card.
To remove a PC card push the eject button, the button will pop-out, push the button again to eject the
PCMCIA.
When inserting a Type II PC card, make sure the connector is inserted in the socket. Before ejecting a PC
card, ensure that it is not being accessed by the System. For example, if the message “Write protect error
writing Drive x” is displayed, the user has to change the write protect switch setting on the memory card.
To change the switch setting, (a) eject the card, (b) change the switch setting, and (c) re-insert the card.
Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before servicing or disassembling this
equipment. To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.
Power Saving Modes
This section contains information on the Notebook’s power system, including the AC Adapter, the battery
system, recharging the battery, and tips for conserving battery power.
The power system is comprised of two parts, the AC Adapter and the battery system. The AC Adapter
converts AC power from a wall outlet to the DC power required by the computer.
The Battery Power System
A fully charged pack will provide approximately 1.5 hours of battery life depending on your system
configuration application it runs.
Before using the computer on battery power for the first time, check the battery status icon on the Windows
Toolbar to make sure the battery is fully charged.
See Battery Status later in this section for a description and explanation of the Windows Battery icon.
Charging the battery takes about 4-5 hours to charge when the system is in off state. If possible, always
charge the battery completely.
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