Toshiba Tecra A3X - Manual (Page 130)

User’s Manual 8-11
Optional Devices
Connecting
1. Make sure the connectors are properly aligned and plug the
i.LINK (IEEE1394) cable into the computer.
2. Plug the other end of the cable into the device.
Note the following when you use i.LINK:
■ You may need to install drivers for your i.LINK devices.
■ Not all i.LINK devices have been tested. Therefore, compatibility with all
i.LINK devices cannot be guaranteed.
■ Use S100, S200 or S400 cables no longer than three meters.
■ Some devices might not support standby or automatic off functions.
■ Do not connect or disconnect an i.LINK device while it is using an
application or when the computer is automatically shutting it down to
save power. Data might be destroyed.
■ When multiple IEEE1394 devices are connected to a PC, the devices
may not correctly be identified. This problem may occur when
Windows
® XP is restarted while the devices are connected or when the
power to the IEEE1394 devices is turned on before the PC is turned on.
If it occurs, disconnect the IEEE1394 cables and then reconnect them.
Disconnecting
1. Open the Safety Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar.
2. Point to i.LINK (IEEE1394) device and click.
3. Disconnect the cable from the computer then from the i.LINK device.
Advanced Port Replicator IIl
In addition to the ports available on the computer, the Advanced Port
Replicator lll provides serial port and separate ports for PS/2 mouse and
PS/2 keyboard. The Port Replicator connects directly to the docking
interface on the bottom of the computer. The AC adaptor connects the Port
Replicator to a power source.
Refer also to the documentation that came with your i.LINK device.
The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN.
Logging onto a LAN using the computer’s default settings could cause a
malfunction in LAN operation. Check with your LAN administrator
regarding set-up procedures
.
■ You must connect the AC adaptor before you connect to a Advanced
Port Replicator III.
■ When a Port Replicator III is connected to the computer, you can not
use the following computer’s ports: Modem jack, LAN jack, DC IN 15V
port, USB port, Parallel port, External monitor port.