Everex StepNote XT5300T User's Guide download pdf (Page 61)

Using Your Notebook 3

ExpressCard modules to be included in smaller host systems. Designed for

both desktop and mobile use, ExpressCard use either USB 2.0 or a single lane

PCI Express technology.

The ExpressCard standard was developed by PCMCIA member companies

including technology leaders, system manufacturers, card manufacturers, from

all other parts of the PC Card industry.

Dimensions of ExpressCard

Current CardBus PC cards are 54 millimeters wide. ExpressCard can divided

into two categories, based on width. Most designs will use the ExpressCard 34

design, which sets the width at 34 millimeters. For some applications, the wider

ExpressCard 54 standard will be used to produce cards that can handle the

higher thermal requirements of those applications.

All ExpressCard modules are 5mm thick but the standard also allows for card

developers to build longer 'extended' modules.

INSERTING AND REMOVING A EXPRESSCARD

Your computer includes hot swapping capability, that allows you to exchange

cards while the computer is turn on and start using it immediately.

Inserting ExpressCard

To insert a ExpressCard into the ExpressCard slot:

1. Locate the ExpressCard slot cover on the right side of the computer.

2. Insert the side of ExpressCard with the 26-pin socket into the

ExpressCard slot. The face label of the card should also be facing up.

3. When the full length of the card is almost inside the slot, push firmly but

slowly, to ensure full connection with the computer. The ExpressCard will

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