Add-On Devices
Using Plug-In Modules
Using Plug-In Modules
You can use any compatible plug-in module with the multimedia expansion base’s module bays, such as:
| • CD-ROM, DVD, or similar drive. |
| • | Zip drive. |
| • | Second hard drive. |
| • | Floppy disk drive. |
| • | Secondary battery. |
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CAUTION | Never install or remove a plug-in module without first notifying Windows, or you |
| could lose data. See “To replace a plug-in module” on page 46. |
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To install hot-swap support (Windows 98)
If your computer uses Windows 98, it also includes the BayManager “hot-swap” software that lets you disconnect most modules from a plug-in bay in the expansion base without needing to shut down and reboot the computer.
If a plug-in module icon is displayed in the taskbar, BayManager is already installed. If the icon is not present, you can install the software as follows:
• Click Start, Programs, Softex BayManager, Setup, then follow the onscreen instructions.
To replace a plug-in module
Windows 98 uses “hot-swap” software to let you remove or replace most plug-in modules without shutting down the computer. Before replacing a hard drive module, however, you must first shut down the computer.
When a drive module is present, Windows 2000 displays the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon—and Windows XP displays the Safely Remove Hardware icon—at the right end of the taskbar.