Pc Cards; Installing A Pc Card - Toshiba Satellite M40 User Manual

PC Cards

The computer is equipped with a PC Card expansion 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 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

The PC Card slot is located on the left side of the computer. You can install
one Type II card in the slot.
Windows' hot-install feature lets you install PC Cards while the computer's
power is on.
Do not install a PC Card while the computer is in Standby Mode or
hibernation mode. Some cards might not work properly.
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.
To install a PC Card, follow the steps below.
1. Insert the PC Card.
2. Press gently to ensure a firm connection.
3. Check the configuration in the HW Setup window to make sure it is
appropriate for your card.
User's Manual
PC card
Inserting the PC Card
Optional Devices
PC card slot
8-2