Toshiba Portege 3500, User Manual

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Optional Devices
User’s Manual 8-17
Portégé 3500
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You can increase the portability of the computer with Battery Packs
(PA3228U). If you’re away from an AC power source, you can replace a
low battery with a fully charged one. See Chapter 6,
Power and Power-Up
Modes .
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If you frequently transport the computer between different sites such as
your home and office, purchasing an AC adaptor (PA3241 or PA3083) for
each location will reduce the weight and bulk of your carrying load. The
AC adaptor (PA3241) is included in the product when purchased.
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The battery charger (PA3091U) provides a convenient way to charge
battery packs without requiring the use your computer. The battery
charger holds up to two Lithium-ion battery packs.
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The 3 1/2" external diskette drive module can be connected to the USB
port. For details on connecting the 3 1/2" external diskette drive module,
refer to Chapter 4,
Operating Basics .
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An external analog monitor can be connected to the external monitor port
on the computer. The computer supports VGA and Super VGA video
modes. To connect a monitor, follow the steps below.
1. Turn the computer off.
2. Connect the monitor to the external monitor port.
3. Turn the monitor’s power on.
4. Turn the computer on.
When you turn on the power, the computer automatically recognizes the
monitor and determines whether it is color or monochrome.
To change the display settings, press
Fn + F5
. If you disconnect the
monitor before you turn the computer off, be sure to press
Fn + F5
to
switch to the internal display. Refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard , for
details on using hot keys to change the display setting.