Options This chapter provides some basic information on options available for your Extensa computer. For more detailed information and instructions please refer to the installation instructions that come with your option. To get the most up to date list of options available with your Extensa computer, please call 1-800-816-2237 in the United States or Canada.
AC Adapter Your Extensa uses a small lightweight external AC adapter to charge and power the computer. The AC adapter can be operated anywhere between 100 - 240 volts AC and has a detachable AC power cord. You can order power cords with specific plugs for the region you will be operating the computer Caution: Use only the AC adapter supplied with your comput er.
PC Cards Your Extensa computer supports all PCMCIA and Cardbus PC Cards. These PC cards are used to add functionality to your computer, such as communicating over a telephone or connecting to a network. The computer has built-in slots that support one Type III or two Type II/I PC Cards.
PS/2 Devices You Extensa computer supports external devices that connect to a PS/2 port. Such devices include an external numeric keypad, external keyboards, or external mouse.
Your Extensa computer supports standard analog external monitors with resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 modes. The computer also supports DDC compatible monitors allowing you to use the “Green” monitors (those monitors that meet the Energy Star standards). When the computer is connected to an external monitor, you can use the computer with the display closed.
External Mouse Your Extensa computer comes with a pointing device already installed, but you can use an external PS/2 or serial mouse. To connect a PS/2 mouse, insert the connector into the PS/2 port in the rear of the Extensa. To connect a serial mouse, attach the connector to the 9-pin serial port in the rear of the Extensa.
Your Extensa computer comes with 16 MB of dynamic random access memory (DRAM). Your computer also has two memory upgrade slots. You can increase memory by installing an upgrade module into either or both slots. You can expand RAM from 16 MB up to 80 MB. Caution: TI does not warrant the use of any memory other than that supplied by TI specifically for the Extensa computer.
Audio Options Your computer comes with a set of built-in stereo speakers and a monaural microphone, but if you wish to use other stereo equipment, the computer comes with three audio jacks — Line-out, Line-in and Microphone-in. Line-out allows you to use a headset or amplified external speakers.
Docking Option The docking option is a full-featured port replicator that duplicates all of the ports on your computer plus some additional ports. The port replicator allows you to have an easy one step connect/disconnect to the various cables in the back of your computer.
Miscellaneous Options Your Extensa computer can accept many additional options, and Texas Instruments is the best source for these options. Some of the additional options include: Batteries Carrying Case Printers Feature Upgrade 4-10 You can purchase spare batteries — Duracell NiMH or Li-Ion — from your local computer store or directly from Duracell.
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