Toshiba Tecra M9 PTM90C-TG609C Users Manual Canada; English - Page 86

Hardware, Utilities and Options Serial port The serial connector can be used to connect to RS-232C compatible devices. RS-232C compatible devices include the following: ■ Modem ■ Mouse ■ Printer To connect a serial port, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Turn the computer's power off. 2. Connect the serial connector to the serial port and tighten the screws on the left and right hand side. Serial port Serial connector Figure 3-26 Connecting the serial connector to the serial port TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator In addition to the ports available on the computer, the TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator. The TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator connects directly to the docking interface on the underside of the computer. The AC adaptor connects the TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator to a power source. The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN. Logging onto a LAN using the computer's default settings could cause a malfunction in LAN operation. Check with your LAN administrator regarding set-up procedures. ■ You must connect the AC adaptor before you connect to a TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator. ■ When a TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator is connected to the computer, you can not use the following computer's ports: LAN jack, DC IN 15V jack and External monitor port. ■ When connecting an AC Adaptor to the TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator, use only the AC Adaptor included with TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator. Do not use the computer's AC Adaptor. User's Manual 3-35