Acer a-550 Series Laptop User Manual


 
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Expansion devices
PC Card slots
The computer has built-in CardBus PC Card slots that can accommodate
one type III or two type II/I PC Cards. Please consult your dealer for PC
Card options available that you can purchase for your computer.
The PC Card slots found on the right of the computer accepts credit-
card-sized cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the
computer.
PC Cards (formerly PCMCIA) are add-on cards for portable computers,
giving you expansion possibilities long afforded by desktop PCs.
Popular type II cards include flash memory, SRAM, fax/data modem,
LAN and SCSI cards. CardBus improves on the 16-bit PC Card
technology by expanding the data path to 32 bits.
Note: Refer to your cards manual for details on how to install and
use the card and its functions.
Inserting a card
Note: Insert a type III PC Card in the lower slot.
Insert the card into the appropriate slot and make the proper
connections (e.g., cable), if necessary. See your card manual for details.
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