Technical data

Getting started
Connecting external devices to the parallel
(optional) or serial port
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External devices can be c onnected to the parallel or serial port (e.g. a printer or a modem).
► Connect the data cable to the external device.
► Depending on the device, conn
ect the data cable to the parallel port or the serial port.
For an e xact descripti o n o
f how to connect external devices to the corresponding
port, please refer to the d
ocumentation of the external device.
Port settings
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You can change the port settings (e.g. add ress, interrupt) in the BIOS Setup.
Device drivers
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The devices connected to t he parallel or serial port require drivers. Your operating
system already includes many drivers. If the required drive is missing, install it. Current
drivers are usually available on the Internet or will be supplied on a data carrier.
Connecting external devices to the USB ports
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You can connect a wide range of external devices to the USB p orts (e.g.
printer, scanner, modem or keyb oard).
USB devices are hot-pluggable. This means you can connect and disconnect
USB cables while your device is switched on.
Additional information can be found in the documentation for the USB devices.
► Connect the data cable to the external device.
► Connect the data cable to one of the USB p orts on your device.
Device drivers
The external USB devices you connect to the USB ports usually require no driver of their
own, as the required software is already included in the operating system. If the device
requires separate software, please note the information in the manufacturer’s ma nual.
To ensure the transmission capacity of USB 2.0, t he cable from the external USB d evice
to the USB port of your device must not be longer than 3 m / 118.11 inches.
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