Connecting external devices

Connecting USB devices

On the USB ports, you can connect external devices that also have a USB port (e.g. a DVD drive, a printer, a scanner or a modem).

USB devices are hot-pluggable. This means you can connect and disconnect devices while your operating system is running.

USB 1.x has a maximum data transfer rate of 12 Mbit/s. USB 2.0 has a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbit/s. USB 3.0 has a data transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s.

Additional information can be found in the documentation for the USB devices.

► Connect the data cable to the external device.

► Connect the data cable to a USB port of the notebook.

Device drivers

USB devices will be automatically recognised and installed by your operating system.

How to remove USB devices correctly

Always correctly remove the device according to the rules described below, to ensure that none of your data is lost.

Left click on the icon to safely remove hardware, located in the taskbar.

Select the device which you want to shut down and remove.

Press the Enter key.

Wait for the dialogue box which tells you that it is now safe to remove the device.

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A512, AH512 specifications

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The AH512 variant offers similar specifications but comes with enhanced features tailored for advanced business needs. It includes a comprehensive set of security features, such as a fingerprint reader and TPM (Trusted Platform Module) for secure data encryption. This is particularly important for organizations that prioritize data protection and need to comply with various regulatory standards.

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