Pc Cards; Installing A Pc Card - Toshiba Satellite P30-132 User 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 CardBus PC cards. CardBus supports the new standard of 32-bit PC
cards. The bus provides superior performance for the greater demands of
multimedia data transmission.
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Do not install a PC card while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation
mode. Some cards might not work properly.
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Furthermore, 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.

Installing a PC card

One PC card connector is located on the right side of the computer. The
computer's hot-install feature lets you install PC cards while the computer's
power is on.
Do not install a PC card while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation
mode. Some cards might not work properly.
To install a PC card, follow the steps below.
1. Insert the PC card.
2. Press gently to ensure a firm connection.
After installing the card, refer to the card's documentation and check the
configuration in Windows to make sure it is appropriate for your card.
User's Manual
Installing a PC card
Optional Devices
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