Toshiba Tecra S2 - Manual (Page 136)

TECRA A3/S2 8-2
Optional Devices
PC cards
The computer is equipped with a PC card expansion slot that can
accommodate a 5 mm Type II card or, two 5 mm Type II or one 10.5 mm
Type III card depending on the model you purchased. Any PC card that meets
industry standards (manufactured by TOSHIBA or other vendor) can be
installed. The slots support 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.
Installing a PC card
One PC card connector or two PC card connectors is located on the left side
of the computer. The computer's hot-install feature lets you install PC cards
while the computer's power is on.
To install a PC card, follow the steps below.
1. Insert the PC card.
2. Press gently to ensure a firm connection.
Installing a PC card
After installing the card, refer to the card's documentation and check the
configuration in Windows to make sure it is appropriate for your card.
■ Furthermore, an Hard disk drive 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.
Do not install a PC card while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation
mode. Some cards might not work properly.