Optional Devices
Additional battery pack (6 Cell and 9
Cell)
You can increase the portability of the computer with additional battery packs (6
Cell: PA3534U-1BRS/PA3534U-1BAS, 9 Cell: PA3535U-1BRS/PA3535U-
1BAS). If you're away from an AC power source, you can replace a low battery
with a fully charged one. See Chapter 6,
Additional AC adaptor
If you frequently transport the computer between different sites such as your
home and office, purchasing an AC adaptor for each location will reduce the
weight and bulk of your carrying load.
USB FDD Kit
The 3 1/2" external FDD drive module can be connected to the USB port.
External monitor
An external analog monitor can be connected to the external monitor port on the
computer, Port Replicator. The computer supports VGA and Super VGA video
modes. To connect a monitor, follow the steps below.
CAUTION: If an external monitor is connected to the computer, do
not connect the Port Replicator. First disconnect the external moni-
tor from the computer then connect the Port Replicator and use its
external monitor port.
Note: The Resume feature can be used with an external monitor.
Simply enable Resume and the computer will maintain the data as it
is displayed on the external monitor.
1. Connect the monitor to the external monitor port.
2. Turn the monitor's power on.
When you turn on the power, the computer automatically recognizes the monitor
and determines whether it is color or monochrome.
You can use the HW Setup to select between Auto-Selected and Simultaneous
displays. Refer to Chapter 7,
8-12
Power and Power-Up
HW Setup and
Passwords.
Modes.
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