Knowing the Parts 2

1394 Port

IEEE1394 is a high speed serial bus like SCSI but has simple connections and hot-plugging capabilities like USB. The interface IEEE1394 has a bandwidth of 100-400 Mbits/sec and can handle up to 63 units on the same bus. IEEE1394 is also used in high-end digital equipment and should be marked “DV” for Digital Video port.

TV-Out Port

For times when you need a really big display, try the TV-Out function. TV-Out allows a high definition connection to a television or video projection device using a Super VHS (S-Video) cable (not pro- vided). An adapter is provided for use with RCA inputs available on all standard video devices. This port support NTSC or PAL formats.

2.0USB Port (2.0/1.1)

The Universal Serial Bus is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, video cameras, modems, hard disk drives, printers, monitors, and scanners connected in a series. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer.

Power (DC) Input

The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use the supplied power adapter.

Power Switch

The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. Push the switch once to turn ON and once to turn OFF the Notebook PC. The power switch only works when the display panel is opened.

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