Fujitsu Siemens Computers LifeBook S6010 User Manual page 38

Caution in using PC cards
CAUTION
FAILURE
• A PC card is composed of parts very sensitive to static electricity, and it may be
damaged even by static built up in a human body. Before handling a PC card, always
touch a metal object with your hand to discharge static.
You should pay attention to the following points when you use PC cards in order to prevent
failure
• Avoid exposing PC cards to direct sunlight or high temperature.
• Avoid subjecting PC cards to shocks.
• Do not place heavy objects on top of them.
• Avoid getting PC cards wet.
• Store PC cards in their cases when not in use.
PC cards that can be used with your computer
Your computer is compatible with PC Card Standard-compliant Type I PC cards and Type II PC
cards. Here are some examples of these types of cards.
• Adapter card
This PC card is needed to load pictorial data from a smart media for digital cameras into
the computer.
• SCSI Card
This PC card is needed to connect a SCSI device, such as a SCSI hard disk or MO
(Magneto-Optical) drive.
Critical Points
Your computer does not support PC cards with a working voltage of 12V.
Preparing necessary items
PC card
PC card driver
Manual of the PC card
Prepare a PC card that meets your need.
A CD or floppy disk that contains the PC card driver is supplied with
some PC cards.
Setting procedures vary depending on the PC card used. So be
sure to read also the manual of your PC card.
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