Toshiba Qosmio G50 - Manual (Page 164)

9-2 User’s Manual
Qosmio G50
ExpressCard
The computer is equipped with a single ExpressCard slot into which any
ExpressCard device that meets industry standards, either manufactured by
TOSHIBA or another vendor, can be installed. The slot supports hot plug
connection and utilizes the PCI Express interface that supports the reading
and writing of data at a theoretical maximum rate of 2.5Gbps.
Slim size remote controller is contained in the ExpressCard slot. Some
models are equipped with a Slim size remote controller.
Inserting an ExpressCard
The Windows hot-install feature allows you to insert ExpressCards while
the computer is turned on.
To insert an ExpressCard, follow the steps as detailed below:
1. Insert the ExpressCard into the ExpressCard slot on the side of the
computer.
2. Press the ExpressCard gently to ensure a firm connection is made.
Figure 9-1 Inserting the ExpressCard
3. After inserting the ExpressCard you should refer to its documentation
and also check the configuration in Windows in order to ensure that it is
correct.
Do not insert an ExpressCard while the computer is in Sleep Mode or
Hibernation Mode as you may find that some cards do not work properly.
In order to use the computer’s ExpressCard slot, open the left side cover.
Open the cover by pressing the top right section of the cover to unlock it.
ExpressCard
ExpressCard slot