USB and 1394 Devices
What Is 1394?
IEEE 1394 is a hardware interface that can be used to connect a high-speed multimedia or data storage device to the notebook. Scanners, digital cameras, and digital camcorders often require a 1394 connection.
A 1394 port is available on select notebook models.
1394 Device Connection
Connect a 1394 device to the notebook 1394 port, shown in the following illustration. The port supports IEEE 1394a devices.
You may have to load device-specific drivers and other software before using some 1394 devices. For information about device-specific software, refer to the device documentation or to the Web site of the device manufacturer or provider.
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