Sony PCG-GRX690P - Manual (Page 115)

Using the Port Replicator
Connecting the port replicator
You must use the AC adapter to power the computer when it is connected to the port replicator. However, you can insert
the battery to charge it while you are using the AC adapter to power the port replicator. Make sure you insert the battery
before you connect the port replicator. Lifting and turning the computer with the port replicator attached could disconnect
the AC adapter or unplug the AC outlet and cause the computer to lose power and malfunction.
To connect the port replicator
1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all peripheral devices.
2. Plug the AC adapter connector into the DC IN port on the port replicator, and plug the power cord into the AC
adapter and an AC outlet. You will know the power is on when the power indicator located on top of the port
replicator turns on.
The port replicator is powered only by the AC adapter, so the AC adapter must remain connected to the port
replicator at all times while it is in use.
Connecting AC Adapter to Port Replicator
3. Close the tilt stands before attaching the computer to the port replicator.
4. Align the connector on the bottom of the computer with the port replicator connector, and push the computer
down until it clicks into place.
Attaching the Port Replicator
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