Using the Port Replicator

Making Connections

To connect a serial mouse

1. Attach the serial mouse cable to the serial port.

To switch back to the TouchPad, see page 1-16.

Serial port

2.Dock the OmniBook in the port replicator.

3.Using the TouchPad, click Start, Settings, Control Panel, Mouse, General.

4.Click Change, then select Standard Mouse Types.

5.Select your mouse type from the list, or select Standard Serial Mouse.

6.Click OK, Close, then click Yes when prompted to restart.

To connect a serial device

Use standard serial cables and adapters available at computer dealers and electronic supply stores to connect serial devices.

1.Attach the serial cable to the serial port.

2.Dock the OmniBook in the port replicator.

3.If necessary, install your serial device driver.

See your Windows or device manual for instructions.

The serial port is COM1.

Serial port

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