Toshiba Satellite 1405-S151 Satellite 1400/1405-S151/S152 Users Guide (PDF) - Page 166

166 Exploring Your Options Using your computer at the office Using your computer at the office By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard and an external mouse, you can work with your notebook as if it were a standard office computer. An external monitor connects to the RGB (monitor) port. An external mouse and keyboard connect to the USB ports. In addition, you can connect your notebook to the office network. See "Connecting your computer to a network" on page 168. Exchanging data with another computer There are several ways in which you can transfer information between your notebook and another computer: ❖ Locally, using a direct cable link ❖ Locally, over a network ❖ Remotely using a dial-up connection Setting up a direct cable connection To establish a direct cable connection with another computer: 1 Click Start, All Programs. 2 Point to Accessories, Communications, and click New Connection Wizard. 3 Click Next. 4 Select Set up an advanced connection. 5 Click Next. 6 Select Connect directly to another computer. 7 Choose the appropriate role for your computer: ❖ Guest ❖ Host