Asus B1A, Hardware Reference Manual

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Knowing the Parts
Right Side
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the right side of the Notebook PC.
Left Side
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the left side of the Notebook PC.
Fast Infrared Port (IrDA)
The fast infrared (IrDA) communication port allows convenient wireless data communication with
infrared-equipped devices or computers up to 4 Mbits/sec. This allows easy wireless synchronization
with PDAs or mobile phones and even wireless printing to printers. If your office supports IrDA net-
working, you can have wireless connection to a network anywhere provided there is a direct line of
sight to an IrDA node. Small offices can use IrDA technology to share a printer between several closely
placed Notebook PCs and even send files to each other without a network.
PC Card (PCMCIA) Sockets and Eject
Two PCMCIA 2.1 compliant sockets for two type I/II or one type III PC card is available. The socket
supports 32-bit CardBus. This allows accommodation of all Notebook PC expansion options such as
memory cards, ISDN, SCSI, Smart Cards, and wireless network adapters.
Left Audio Speaker
The built-in stereo speakers allow you to separately hear left and right channel audio without additional
attachments. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces
rich, vibrant sound in high quality 16-bit stereo. All audio features are software controlled.
Fast IrDA Port
PC Card
(PCMCIA)
Sockets
PC Card
Eject
Volume Control
Hard Drive
Compartment
(see bottom side)
Left Audio
Speaker
DC Power
Input Jack
Mic-In Head-Out / SPDIF
Air Vent
& Fan
Audio In
2 USB Ports Right Audio
Speaker
Kensington ®
Lock Port
PS/2
Port