Pc Cards; Inserting A Pc Card; Removing A Pc Card - Toshiba Tecra M2 User Manual

Optional Devices

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 slot supports 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.

Inserting a PC card

The PC card connector is located on the left side of the computer.
Windows' hot-install feature lets you insert PC cards while the computer's
power is on.
Do not insert a PC card while the computer is in standby or hibernation
mode. Some cards might not work properly.
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 documentation and check the
configuration in Windows to make sure it is appropriate for your card.

Removing a PC card

To remove the PC card, follow the steps below.
1. Open the Safety Remove Hardware icon on the system tray and
disable the PC card.
2. Press the PC card eject button to extend it.
3. Press the extended eject button to pop the card out slightly.
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Figure 8-1 Inserting the PC card
PC card
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