EUROCOM 4200 San Marino, User Manual

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SD (Secure Digital) Memory Cards - SD memory cards are one of a type of
next generation memory devices that offer a combination of high storage capac-
ity (currently 16, 32 and 64 MB), fast data transfer rates, flexibility and security
in a memory card about the size of a postage stamp. SD memory cards are non-
volatile, which means they do not require power to retain the information stored
on them. They are solid-state devices, so they have no moving parts to skip or
break down.
SDRAM ( S ynchronous DRAM ) - A type of DRAM that can run at much higher
clock speeds than conventional memory.
serial port - A socket on a computer used to connect a modem, mouse, scanner
or other serial device to the computer.
setup - (1) A utility program which modifies the BIOS.
(2) Assembly and adjustment of a computer’s components.
(3) The preparation of the system for normal operation.
Sony Memory Stick - Sony’s digital portable storage medium. The Memory
Sticks are used for storing and transferring images from digital cameras and dig-
ital music players to personal computers and laptops. These will be added to
PDAs or data-enabled mobile phones.
S/PDIF - (Sony/Philips Digital Interface Format) output, which allows you to
connect your DVD-capable PC to a Dolby AC-3 compatible receiver producing
high quality sound.
suspend - To stop an operation with the hard disk turned off and the CPU idling