Lenovo ThinkPad T550, User Manual

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Chapter 3. Enhancing your computer
This chapter provides instructions on how to use hardware devices to expand your computer capabilities.
• “Finding ThinkPad options” on page 43
• “ThinkPad docking stations” on page 43
Finding ThinkPad options
If you want to expand the capabilities of your computer, Lenovo has a number of hardware accessories
and upgrades to meet your needs. Options include memory modules, storage devices, network cards, port
replicators or docking stations, batteries, power adapters, printers, scanners, keyboards, mice, and more.
You can shop at Lenovo 24 hours a day, 7 days a week directly over the World Wide Web. All you need is an
Internet connection and a credit card.
To shop at Lenovo, go to:
http://www.lenovo.com/essentials
ThinkPad docking stations
You can attach your computer to a supported docking station to expand working capability.
Your computer supports the following USB docks:
• ThinkPad USB 3.0 Dock
• ThinkPad Basic USB 3.0 Dock
For detailed information about how to use the USB docks, refer to the user manuals that come with the
USB docks.
Your computer also supports the following docking stations:
• ThinkPad Basic Dock
• ThinkPad Pro Dock
• ThinkPad Ultra Dock
CAUTION:
When the computer is attached to a docking station, never pick up the assembly by taking hold of the
computer alone. Always hold the whole assembly.
Locating controls and connectors on the ThinkPad docking stations
This section introduces the locations of controls and connectors on the ThinkPad docking stations.
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