Toshiba Portege A 100 User Manual page 123

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Make sure data transfer has ended or turn off the computer, before
you:
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Connect/disconnect an iLINK device to/from the computer.
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Connect/disconnect an iLINK device to/from another iLINK device
that is connected to the computer.
Connecting
1. Make sure the connectors are properly aligned and plug the i.LINK
(IEEE1394) cable into the computer.
2. Plug the other end of the cable into the device.
Note the following when you use i.LINK:
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You may need to install drivers for your i.LINK devices.
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Not all i.LINK devices have been tested, therefore, compatibility with
all i.LINK devices cannot be guaranteed.
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Use S100, S200 or S400 cables no longer than three meters.
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Some devices might not support standby or automatic off functions.
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Do not connect or disconnect an i.LINK device while it is using an
application or when the computer is automatically shutting it down to
save power. Data might be destroyed.
Disconnecting
1. Open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar.
2. Point to i.LINK (IEEE1394) device and click.
3. Disconnect the cable from the computer then from the i.LINK device.
Refer also to the documentation that came with your i.LINK device.
Portégé A100
Connecting the i.LINK cable
Optional Devices
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