Toshiba Tecra M9 - Manual (Page 76)

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M9
Serial port
The serial connector can be used to connect to RS-232C compatible
devices.
RS-232C compatible devices include the following:
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Modem
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Mouse
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Printer
To connect a serial port, follow the steps as detailed below:
1. Turn the computer’s power off.
2. Connect the serial connector to the serial port and tighten the screws on
the left and right hand side.
Connecting the serial connector to the serial port
TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator
In addition to the ports available on the computer, the TOSHIBA Express
Port Replicator. The TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator connects directly to
the docking interface on the underside of the computer. The AC adaptor
connects the TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator to a power source.
Serial connector
Serial port
The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN.
Logging onto a LAN using the computer’s default settings could cause a
malfunction in LAN operation. Check with your LAN administrator
regarding set-up procedures.
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You must connect the AC adaptor before you connect to a TOSHIBA
Express Port Replicator.
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When a TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator is connected to the
computer, you can not use the following computer’s ports: LAN jack,
DC IN 15V jack and External monitor port.
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When connecting an AC Adaptor to the TOSHIBA Express Port
Replicator, use only the AC Adaptor included with TOSHIBA Express
Port Replicator. Do not use the computer’s AC Adaptor.