Lan Cable Types; Connecting Lan Cable - Toshiba Satellite R10 User Manual

LAN cable types

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.
If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-TX),
be sure to connect with a CAT5 cable or higher. You cannot use a CAT3
cable.
If you are using Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), you can
connect with a CAT3 or higher.

Connecting LAN cable

To connect the LAN cable, follow the steps below.
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Connect the AC adaptor before connecting the LAN cable. The AC
adaptor must remain connected during LAN use. If you disconnect the
AC Adaptor while the computer is accessing a LAN, the system may
hang up.
■
Do not connect any other cable to the LAN jack except the LAN cable.
Otherwise, malfunctions or damage may occur.
■
Do not connect any power supplying device to the LAN cable that is
connected to the LAN jack. Otherwise, malfunctions or damage may
occur.
1. Turn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected
to the computer.
2. Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack. Press gently until you hear
the latch click into place.
3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector. Check with
your LAN administrator before connecting to a hub.
When the computer is exchanging data with the LAN, the LAN Active
indicator glows orange. When the computer is connected to a LAN hub but
is not exchanging data, the Link indicator glows green.
Satellite R10
LAN
JACK
Connecting the LAN cable
Operating Basics
LAN
CONNECTOR
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