Toshiba a210 user manual Lan, Connecting LAN cable

OPERATING BASICS

Operating Basics

LAN

The computer has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T) or Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE- TX)(depending on model you purchased). This section describes how to connect/

disconnect to a LAN.

Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake- up on LAN is enabled.

The Wake-up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off. Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature.

Connecting LAN cable

The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN. Logging onto a LAN using the computer’s default settings could cause a malfunction in LAN operation. Check with your LAN administrator regarding set-up procedures.

If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN (100 Mbit/s, 100BASE-TX), be sure to con- nect with a category 5 cable, CAT5, or higher.

If you are using Ethernet LAN (10 Mbit/s, 10BASE-T), connect with a category 3 cable, CAT3, or higher.

To connect the LAN cable, follow the steps below.

1.Turn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to the computer.

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