Getting Started

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Setting up your computer

To connect the mouse to your computer or the optional Slim Port Replicator, plug its cable into one of the USB ports. You can connect it while the computer is on.

The operating system automatically detects the mouse. The mouse and TouchPad can be used at the same time.

Connecting a printer

You can connect a USB-compatible printer to your computer. To determine if the printer is USB-compatible, check its documentation. If it is USB-compatible, you can connect the printer while the computer is on.

To make the connection, you need a suitable USB cable, which may come with your printer. Otherwise, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store.

To connect a printer to your computer or the optional Slim Port Replicator:

1Connect the USB cable to the printer and to one of the USB ports.

2Connect the printer’s power cable to a wall outlet and turn on the printer.

See your printer documentation for additional configuration steps, or see “Setting up a printer” on page 52.

Connecting the modem

Your computer comes with an integrated V.90 56K modem, which you can connect as follows:

1Locate the modem port on the back of your computer.

2Plug one end of the telephone cable (provided) into the port.