Pc Cards; Installing A Pc Card - Toshiba 5000 Series User Manual

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PC Cards

The computer is equipped with a PC Card expansion slot that can accommodate
two 5 mm Type II cards or one 10.5 mm Type III 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

Two PC Card connectors are located one above the other on the left side of the
computer. Both connectors are accessed from the same slot. You can install two
Type II cards, one in each connector, or one Type III card in the bottom connector.
Windows' hot-install feature lets you install PC Cards while the computer's power
is on.
NOTE: Do not install a PC Card while the computer is in standby or
hibernation mode. Some cards might not work properly.
To install a PC Card, follow the steps below.
1. Insert the PC Card.
2. Press gently to ensure a firm connection.
After installing the card, refer to the card's documentation and check the configura-
tion in Windows to make sure it is appropriate for your card.
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Figure 8-1 Installing a PC Card