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Appendix
PortBar Accessory
This section is provided for the optional PortBar accessory for the Notebook PC. The main purpose
of the PortBar is to provide a simple inexpensive desktop docking solution as compared to tradi-
tional bulky port replicators.
Features
The PortBar features a DC-in pass-through for powering the PortBar and the Notebook PC, serial port,
parallel port, two PS/2 ports, VGA port, and two USB ports.
Usage
If you require a simple inexpensive docking solution, just use a PortBar to connect your desktop devices
and then quickly connect or disconnect all the devices through a single easy-to-use connector. The PortBar’s
Plug & Play feature allows it to be connected or disconnected while the Notebook PC is ON or OFF (hot-
dockable). Except for the device connected to the serial port, other devices should function normally
while hot-dockable. If any device does not function or cannot be seen, you can refresh devices by: (1)
right clicking the “My Computer” icon on the desktop, (2) selecting “Properties” on the menu, (3) select-
ing the “Device Manager” tab, (4) clicking the “Refresh” button, and (5) clicking “OK” button to finish.
Serial Port
Monitor Port
PS/2 Mouse
PS/2 Keyboard
USB Port 1
USB Port 2
Parallel Port
DC
Power
Input
Docking Cable
Press the
sides to
release
Triangular
icon or brand
name faces up.