1.1 Features 1 Hardware Overview
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Batteries
The computer has two batteries: a rechargeable Lithium-Ion main battery pack and RTC
battery (that backs up the Real Time Clock and CMOS memory.
Universal Serial Bus (USB2.0)
Two USB ports are provided. The ports comply with the USB2.0 standard, which enables
data transfer speeds 40 times faster than USB1.1 standard. USB1.1 is also supported.
eSATA/USB combo
One eSATA/USB combo port, which complies to. The USB 2.0 standard is provided. This
port has eSATA (External Serial ATA) function.
A power supply is always supplied to one USB ports on the left side of a computer.
External monitor (RGB) port
The port enables connection of an external monitor, which is recognized automatically by
Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) Display Data Channel (DDC) 2B
compatible functions.
ExpressCard slot
The internal ExpressCard slot is a Universal slot. This slot supports ExpressCard/54 and
ExpressCard/34 modules.
PC card slot (Japanese model only)
PC card slots are provided. The PC card slot (PCMCIA) accommodates one Type II card.
SD/ SDHC memory card slot
One SD/ SDHC memory card slot. Data can be read and written by inserting each media
to the slot.
Fingerprint sensor
The computer is equipped with a fingerprint sensor and fingerprint authentication utility.
They enable only person who has registered his/her fingerprint to use the computer.