Connecting The Lan Cable; Optional Devices - Toshiba NB520 User Manual

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 cable.

Connecting the LAN cable

To connect the LAN cable, follow the steps as detailed below:
1.
2.
3.

Optional devices

Optional devices can expand the computer's capabilities and its versatility.
This section describes the connection or installation of the following
devices:
User's Manual
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.
Turn off the power to the computer and to all external devices
connected to the computer.
Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack. Press gently until you
hear the latch click into place.
Figure 3-8 Connecting the LAN cable
1
1. LAN cable
Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector or router.
Check with your LAN administrator and hardware or software vendor
before using or configuring a network connection.
2
2. LAN jack
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