Using The I.link® Port - Toshiba M1 User Manual

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Connecting Other External Devices
Using the i.LINK® port
Using the i.LINK
The i.LINK
extremely fast data transfer rate (up to 400 mega bits per
second [Mbps]). You can connect up to 63 external devices to
the i.LINK
In addition to high speed, the i.LINK
isochronous data—the delivery of data at a guaranteed rate.
This makes it ideal for devices that transfer high levels of data
in real-time, such as video devices.
As with USB ports, the i.LINK
Play (automatic configuration) and hot swapping (the ability
to connect and disconnect devices while the computer is on).
The main difference between i.LINK
that i.LINK
®
port
port on the rear of the computer provides an
®
port.
®
supports faster data transfer rates.
®
port also supports
®
port supports both Plug-and-
®
and USB technology is
®