CAUTION
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Connecting External Devices
To use a port replicator
A port replicator provides your computer with external connections that you can leave in place whenever you remove the computer from your desk. Instead of disconnecting and reconnecting peripheral devices, you can simply undock and dock the computer.
Use only the F4600, F4814, or
Do not use a
Using the wrong AC adapter could damage the computer or adapter and may void your warranty (see “Limited Warranty Statement" on page 130).
You can dock or undock the computer in any power state: on, off, standby, or hibernation. Make sure, however, that the computer is not entering into or resuming from standby or hibernation when you dock or undock, or the computer could lock up.
Before docking or undocking your computer, save your data and close any applications associated with external connections that might be affected. Do this as a precaution against an unlikely docking problem.
To dock to the port replicator
1.Plug in the AC adapter, and then connect it to the back of the port replicator. You can also operate the port replicator using power from the computer battery.
2.Remove the rubber cover from the docking connector on the bottom of the computer.
