Connecting external devices
Connecting an external SATA hard disk (eSATA)
The notebook itself does not have an eSATA port. The optional Port Replicator
available for your notebook provides this port .
An extern al SATA hard disk can be connected at the eSATA port. This allows you
to expand the internal hard disk capacity as y ou wish.
The length of the eSATA cable must not exceed 2 me tres. Consult a specialist
dealer for advice on which eSATA data cable is suitable for your external eSATA
hard disk. Make sure that the hard disk has its own external power s upply.
The data transfer rate is up to 2,400 Mbit/s.
eSATA
► Co nnect the da ta cable to the external
device.
► Co nnect the data cable to the eSATA port.
Device drivers
The eSATA ha rd disk is automatically recognised by your operating system and installed.
You will find more information in the documentation for the external SATA
hard disk and the operating system.
Safe removal of eSATA and USB devices
Always correctly r emove the device according to the rules described below,
to ensure that none of your data is lost.
► Le ft-click on the symbol to remove hardware safely.
► Select the device you w ish to shut down and remove.
► Press the "Ente r" key.
Wait for the dialogue box which tells you that it is now safe to remove the device .
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