Fujitsu Laptop manual Device Ports

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Device Ports

Your LifeBook and Port Replicator come equipped with multiple ports to which you can connect an external device including: disk drives, keyboards, modems, printers, etc.

MODEM (RJ-11) TELEPHONE PORT

The modem (RJ-11) telephone port is used for an internal modem. To connect the telephone cable follow these easy steps: (See figure 2-6 on page 10 for location)

1.Align the connector with the port opening.

2.Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

3.Plug the other end of the telephone cable into a telephone outlet.

W A R N I N G

The internal modem is not intended for use with Digital PBX systems. Do not connect the internal modem to a Digital PBX as it may cause serious damage to the internal modem or your entire LifeBook. Consult your PBX manufacturer’s documentation for details. Some hotels have Digital PBX systems. Be sure to find out BEFORE you connect your modem.

C A U T I O N S

■The internal modem is designed to the ITU-T V.90 standard. Its maximum speed of 53000bps is the highest allowed by FCC, and its actual connection rate depends on the line conditions. The maximum speed is 33600bps at upload.

■The internal modem on all LifeBooks from Fujitsu PC Corporation are certified for use in the United States and Canada.

INTERNAL LAN (RJ-45) PORT

The internal LAN (RJ-45) port is used for an internal Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-T/Tx) connection. If your LifeBook has been configured with internal LAN capability you will need to configure your LifeBook to work with your particular network. (Please refer to your network administrator for information on your network configuration.) To connect the LAN cable follow these easy steps: (See figure 2-6 on page 10 for loca-

tion)

P O I N T

Note that the Port Replicator is designed to cover the LAN port located on the system. This design ensures that the LAN port on the Port Replicator is the only one used when the Port Replicator is installed.

1.Align the connector with the port opening.

2.Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

3.Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN outlet.

PARALLEL PORT

The parallel port, or LPT port, located on the Port Repli- cator allows you to connect parallel devices, such as a printer to your LifeBook. In order to connect a parallel interface device follow these easy steps: (See figure 4-9 on page 44 for location)

1.Align the connector with the port opening.

2.Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

3.Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each end of the connector.

SERIAL PORT

The serial port, or COMM port, located on the Port Replicator allows you to connect serial devices, such as printers or scanners. In order to connect a

serial interface device follow these easy steps: (See figure 4-9 on page 44 for location)

1.Align the connector with the port opening.

2.Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

3.Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each end of the connector.

PS/2 PORT

The PS/2 port located on the Port Replicator allows you to connect an external keyboard, and/or numeric keypad and mouse. In order to connect a PS/2 interface device follow these easy steps: (See figure 4-9 on page 44 for location)

1.Align the connector with the port opening.

2.Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

P O I N T

A mouse, keyboard, or keypad may be installed and automatically recognized by your LifeBook without restarting or changing setups.

P O I N T

The use of two PS/2 devices simultaneously from the port requires a PS/2 splitter.

DOCKING PORT

The docking port is used for the connection of your Life- Book to an optional port replicator or docking station. In order to connect your LifeBook to one of these devices follow the instructions that came with your docking port. (See figure 2-8 on page 12 for location)

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