Using a modem
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Connecting a modem cable
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31
Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter
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32
Selecting a location setting
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33
Viewing the current location selection
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33
Solving travel connection problems
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33
Connecting to a local area network
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8
Security
Protecting the computer
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Using passwords
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37
Setting passwords in Windows
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37
Using a power-on password
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37
Managing a power-on password
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38
Entering a power-on password
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38
Requiring a power-on password at restart
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38
Installing a security cable
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39
9
Connecting hardware
Using a USB device
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40
Connecting a USB device
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40
Removing a USB device
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41
Using the docking connector
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41
Using PC Cards
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41
Inserting and removing a PC Card
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41
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Hardware upgrades
Identifying installed drives
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44
Handling drives
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44
Using optical drives (select models only)
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45
Inserting an optical disc (CD or DVD)
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Removing an optical disc (CD or DVD)
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47
When the disc tray opens
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When the disc tray does not open
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Appendix A
Routine care
Cleaning the display
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49
Cleaning the keyboard
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49
Traveling and shipping
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49
Index
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