Pc Cards; Inserting A Pc Card - Toshiba Portégé M200 User Manual

User's Manual

PC cards

The computer is equipped with a PC card expansion slot that can accommodate one
5 mm Type II 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 Card Bus PC cards.
Card Bus supports the new standard of 32-bit PC cards. The bus provides superior
performance for the greater demands of multimedia data transmission.

Inserting a PC card

The PC card connector is located on the left side of the computer.
Windows' not-installed feature lets you insert a PC card while the computer's
power is on.
NOTES: 1. Do not insert a PC card while the computer is in standby
or hibernation mode. Some cards might not work properly.
2. An HDD or CD-ROM connected to a 16-bit PC card, might
affect the performance of the computer's sound system and
data transmission, including slower transmission speeds
and dialing errors.
To insert a PC card, follow the steps below:
1. Insert the PC card.
2. Press gently to ensure a firm connection.
After inserting the card, refer to the card's manual and check the configuration in
Windows to make sure it is appropriate for your card.
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Figure 8-1 Inserting the PC card