External Device Connections
Connecting USB Equipment
The computer comes equipped with a port that connects Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices to the computer.
The computer supports certain USB devices without special drivers. These devices include hubs and keyboards. To connect USB devices for which the device manufacturer does not provide special drivers, you need an operating system with USB support, such as Windows 98 or Windows 2000, preinstalled by Compaq.
A USB keyboard and mouse, optionally connected through a hub, offer the same functionality as a standard keyboard and mouse connected through the keyboard, mouse, or single keyboard/mouse connector.
Attaching a Mobile Expansion Unit
To attach the computer to an optional Mobile Expansion Unit, refer to the documentation included with the Mobile Expansion Unit.
Connecting a Docking Base
The computer must be attached to the optional Mobile Expansion Unit before it can be connected to a docking base. The docking connector connects the system (computer and Mobile Expansion Unit) to one of several compatible Compaq docking bases. When the system is docked, most external devices can be connected to the docking base, eliminating the need to disconnect external devices when the system is removed from the workstation. To connect the computer to a port replicator, Mobile Expansion Unit, or docking base, refer to the documentation included with the docking device.
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