User`s guide

Chapter 6: Expansion and Option Devices
6-18 Digital HiNote VP 500 Series
Adding the Minidock Port Replicator
The optional Minidock Port Replicator features innovative advances in notebook personal
computing technology. Much consideration has gone into the design of the Minidock in order to
meet your requirements for versatility as well as quality.
Identifying the Ports and Connectors
Before attempting to connect your notebook to any modules, peripheral devices, or serial devices,
make sure you are familiar with the Minidock’s various I/O ports and controls. The function of
each port is indicated by its icon. A description of each icon is listed below.
Icon Description
Connect a PS/2 mouse to this port.
Connect an external keyboard to this port.
Connect a MIDI device to this port.
Connect a serial device to this port.
Connect a parallel device, such as a printer , to this
port.
Connect an external monitor to this port.
Connect a pair of stereo speakers to this port.
Connect an external microphone to this port.
Connect an audio-in device, such as a CD player to
this port.
Connect the AC Adapter to this port.
Connect network cabling to this port.
Connecting the AC Adapter
1. Connect the AC Adapter cable to the Minidock’s AC port.
2. Connect the power cord to the AC Adapter. Plug the power cable into a wall
outlet.