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4. Using the Notebook PC ......................................................................... 35
Operating System .................................................................................................... 36
Support Software ................................................................................................. 36
Models with Sonoma chipset .............................................................................. 36
Pointing Device ........................................................................................................ 37
Using the Touchpad ............................................................................................. 37
Touchpad Usage Illustrations .............................................................................. 38
Caring for the Touchpad ...................................................................................... 39
Storage Devices ....................................................................................................... 40
ExpressCard ........................................................................................................ 40
Optical Drive ........................................................................................................ 41
Flash Memory Card Reader ................................................................................ 43
Hard Disk Drive ................................................................................................... 43
Connections ............................................................................................................. 44
Modem Connection ............................................................................................. 44
Network Connection ............................................................................................ 45
Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models) ................................................. 46
Bluetooth Wireless Connection (on selected models) ........................................ 47
Power Management Modes ..................................................................................... 48
Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance ........................................................ 48
Suspend Mode .................................................................................................... 48
Power Savings .................................................................................................... 48
Power State Summary ........................................................................................ 49
Thermal Power Control ....................................................................................... 49
Stand by and Hibernate....................................................................................... 50
Appendix ..................................................................................................... 51
Optional Accessories ............................................................................................... 52
Glossary ................................................................................................................... 55
Declarations and Safety Statements ....................................................................... 58
Notebook PC Information ......................................................................................... 70
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