Sony PCG-F680 Manual
Connecting the Port Replicator
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Connecting the Port Replicator
Your notebook supports the use of an optional port replicator (PCGA-PRF1A).
Attaching a port replicator enables you to connect additional peripherals to your
computer.
Attaching a port replicator enables you to connect additional peripherals to your
computer.
To attach your computer to the port replicator
To supply power to your computer while it is connected to the port replicator, you
can connect the AC adapter directly to the port replicator.
can connect the AC adapter directly to the port replicator.
Port replicator
Network (Ethernet 10 Base T)
USB
Monitor
Printer
Serial
DC In
/
Mouse/Keyboard
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The port replicator can be powered only with an AC power adapter. Do not remove the
AC adapter from the port replicator or the AC outlet while using the port replicator; this
may cause data damage or hardware malfunctions.
AC adapter from the port replicator or the AC outlet while using the port replicator; this
may cause data damage or hardware malfunctions.
When you attach your computer to the port replicator for the first time, the installation
of the network driver starts automatically.
of the network driver starts automatically.
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When attaching your computer to the port replicator, do not attempt to insert or
remove the battery pack. Lifting and turning the computer with an attached port
replicator could cause a temporary loss of power.
remove the battery pack. Lifting and turning the computer with an attached port
replicator could cause a temporary loss of power.
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