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Table of Contents
4. Using the Notebook PC
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Pointing Device
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36
Using the Touchpad
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36
Touchpad Usage Illustrations
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36
Caring for the Touchpad
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38
Caring for the Touchpad
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38
Optional External Connections
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PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket
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47
32-bit CardBus Support
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47
Inserting a PC Card (PCMCIA)
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48
Removing a PC Card (PCMCIA)
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49
Modem and Network Connections
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49
Modem Connection
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49
Network Connection
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50
IR Wireless Communication
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Guidelines for using IR communication
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51
Enabling Infrared
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51
AC Power System
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Battery Power System
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53
Charging the Battery Pack
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53
Using Battery Power
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Power Management Modes
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54
Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance
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54
ACPI
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Suspend Mode
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Thermal Power Control
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55
Power Savings
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Power State Summary
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55
Hard Disk Drive
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Important Handling Note
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Processor & Hard Disk Drive Upgrades
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57
System Memory Expansion
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57
Vehicle/Air & Vehicle-Only Power Adapters (Optional)
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57
Securing Your Notebook PC (Optional)
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