Setting Up The Apr To Connect To A Network; Power Protection Devices; Surge Protectors - Dell Inspiron 4100 Solution Manual

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A network adapter
is also referred to as a
network interface
controller (NIC).
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Setting Up the APR to Connect to a
Network
NOTICE:
Do not install a network adapter or a network adapter/modem
combination PC Card until you complete the advanced port replicator (APR)
setup.
NOTICE: To prevent serious operating system problems, do not dock your
computer to an APR until the Windows operating system setup on the
computer is complete.
An APR lets you more fully integrate your portable computer into a desktop
environment.
For instructions and details on setting up an APR, refer to the
documentation that came packaged with the device.

Power Protection Devices

Several devices are available that protect against power fluctuations and
failures. Power protection devices include:
•

Surge protectors

• Line conditioners
• Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)
Surge Protectors
Surge protectors and power strips equipped with surge protection help to
prevent damage to your computer from voltage spikes that can occur during
electrical storms or following power interruptions. The level of protection is
usually commensurate with the cost of the surge protector. Some surge
protector manufacturers include warranty coverage for certain types of
damage. Dell recommends that you carefully read the device warranty when
choosing a surge protector. Compare joule ratings to determine the relative
effectiveness of different devices.