Exploring Your Computer’s Features

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Using the i.LINK® port

To play back sound files through external speakers or headphones:

1Locate the headphone or audio out jack on the front of the computer.

2Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the headphones or external speakers into the jack.

The headphone jack requires a 16-ohm stereo mini-jack.

To adjust the volume:

❖For external speakers, use the volume controls on each speaker.

❖For headphones, use the computer’s volume control dial.

Using the i.LINK® port

The i.LINK® port on the left side of the computer provides an extremely fast data transfer rate.

In addition to high speed, the i.LINK® port also supports isochronous data transfer (the delivery of data at a guaranteed rate). This makes it ideal for devices that transfer high levels of data in real-time, such as video devices.

As with USB ports, the i.LINK® port supports both Plug-and- Play (automatic configuration) and hot swapping (the ability to connect and disconnect devices while the computer is on).

Using PC Cards

Your computer comes with one PC Card slot and supports two types of PC Cards:

❖Type I cards—You can install one of these cards.

❖Type II cards—You can install one of these cards.