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Using the i.LINK ® port<br />
Exploring Your Computer’s Features<br />
Using the i.LINK ® port<br />
139<br />
Do not remove memory media while data is being written or read.<br />
Even when the Windows ® message “copying...” disappears, writing<br />
to the media might still be in progress and your data could be<br />
destroyed. Wait for the indicator light to go out.<br />
The i.LINK ® port on the side of the computer provides an<br />
extremely fast data transfer rate.<br />
In addition to high speed, the i.LINK ® port also supports<br />
isochronous data transfer (the delivery of data at a guaranteed rate).<br />
This makes it ideal for devices that transfer high levels of data in<br />
real-time, such as video devices.<br />
As with USB ports, the i.LINK ® port supports both Plug-and-Play<br />
(automatic configuration) and hot swapping (the ability to connect<br />
and disconnect devices while the computer is on).<br />
Using the eSATA/USB combo port<br />
NOTE<br />
Your computer includes an eSATA/USB combo port, which can be<br />
used with both eSATA (external Serial Advanced Technology<br />
Attachment) devices and USB devices. The eSATA interface<br />
supports fast data transfer rates, which is especially useful for<br />
transferring and storing large files such as digital photo, music or<br />
video files. Like the USB and i.LINK interfaces, the eSATA<br />
interface supports hot swapping (connecting and disconnecting<br />
devices while the computer is on). eSATA devices require an<br />
external power source.<br />
Your eSATA interface supports USB Sleep and Charge. For more<br />
information about USB Sleep and Charge, please see “USB Sleep and<br />
Charge Utility” on page 158.
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