Toshiba A9 Mode D'Emploi
135
Exploring Your Computer’s Features
Using the i.LINK® port
Using the i.LINK
®
port
(Available on certain models)
The i.LINK
®
port on the side of the computer provides an
extremely fast data transfer rate.
In addition to high speed, the i.LINK
®
port also supports
isochronous data transfer (the delivery of data at a guaranteed rate).
This makes it ideal for devices that transfer high levels of data in
real-time, such as video devices.
This makes it ideal for devices that transfer high levels of data in
real-time, such as video devices.
As with USB ports, the i.LINK
®
port supports both Plug-and- Play
(automatic configuration) and hot swapping (the ability to connect
and disconnect devices while the computer is on).
and disconnect devices while the computer is on).
Using an expansion device
The expansion port is used to connect your computer to an
expansion device. This is an excellent investment if you are using
your computer both in and out of the office.
expansion device. This is an excellent investment if you are using
your computer both in and out of the office.
When you return to your desk, you can then connect to your
network, print reports from your computer, or use a mouse instead
of your computer’s pointing device. Connecting cables for each of
these devices every time you return to the office can be time
consuming.
network, print reports from your computer, or use a mouse instead
of your computer’s pointing device. Connecting cables for each of
these devices every time you return to the office can be time
consuming.
With an expansion device, you can leave external devices connected
while you are using your computer away from your desk. When
you return, you can quickly connect your computer and have
immediate access to all the devices.
while you are using your computer away from your desk. When
you return, you can quickly connect your computer and have
immediate access to all the devices.
For more information, see the accessories information package that
comes with the device or visit
comes with the device or visit
Using an Optional Toshiba Express Port Replicator with your computer
If you purchase an optional Toshiba Express Port Replicator (not
shipped with your system), you can connect this device to your
computer’s expansion port. In order to achieve a proper connection,
the Toshiba Express Port Replicator must be properly aligned with
your computer. To properly connect the Toshiba Express Port
Replicator to your computer, see the Toshiba Express Port
Replicator User’s Guide or visit
shipped with your system), you can connect this device to your
computer’s expansion port. In order to achieve a proper connection,
the Toshiba Express Port Replicator must be properly aligned with
your computer. To properly connect the Toshiba Express Port
Replicator to your computer, see the Toshiba Express Port
Replicator User’s Guide or visit
.