A500/A500D series

Chapter 8

Optional Devices

Optional devices can expand the computer’s capabilities and its versatility. This chapter describes the connection or installation of the following devices:

To connect optional devices (such as USB device or External monitor) to the computer, be sure to check the shape and orientation of the connector before connecting.

Cards/memory

ExpressCard

Bridge media slot

Secure Digital (SD) Card (SD memory card, SDHC memory card, miniSD Card, microSD Card)

Memory Stick (Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo)

xD picture card

MultiMediaCard

SIM card

Memory expansion

Power devices

Battery packs

Universal AC Adaptor

Battery Charger

Peripheral devices

Hard disk drive pack

USB floppy diskette drive

eSATA

External monitor

HDMI

DisplayPort

Other

Security lock

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