Using a modem
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35
Connecting a modem cable
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35
Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter
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36
Selecting a location setting
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37
Viewing the current location selection
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37
Solving travel connection problems
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38
Connecting to a local area network
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39
8
Security
Protecting the computer
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40
Using passwords
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41
Setting passwords in Windows
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41
Using a power-on password
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41
Managing a power-on password
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41
Entering a power-on password
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42
Requiring a power-on password at restart
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42
Installing a security cable
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43
9
Connecting hardware
Using a USB device
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44
Connecting a USB device
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44
Removing a USB device
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45
Using the docking connector
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45
Using PC Cards
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46
Inserting and removing a PC Card
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46
10
Hardware upgrades
Identifying installed drives
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48
Handling drives
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48
Using optical drives (select models only)
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49
Inserting an optical disc (CD or DVD)
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49
Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD)
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50
When the disc tray opens
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50
When the disc tray does not open
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51
Appendix A
Routine care
Cleaning the display
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53
Cleaning the keyboard
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53
Traveling and shipping
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53
Index
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