Making Connections Connecting External Devices To connect a serial device The OmniBook’s serial port uses a standard 9-pin serial port. Serial connections typically are to external modems and fax modems. You can make such connections using standard serial cables and adapters available at computer dealers and electronic supply stores. • Connect the serial cable to the serial port. The OmniBook has one serial port. Its address can be set in the BIOS Setup Utility. For a serial mouse, you need to select Standard Serial Mouse in Control Panel, Mouse, General, Change.
Serial port To connect an external keyboard or PS/2 mouse The 6-pin PS/2 port allows you to attach an external keyboard or a PS/2-compatible mouse to the OmniBook. 1. Press the power button for one second to suspend the OmniBook. 2. Plug the mouse or keyboard PS/2 cable into the PS/2 port on the OmniBook. If the device has a PC-type jack, first connect its cable to an adapter cable with a PS/2 jack. 3. Press the power button to turn on the OmniBook. PS/2 mouse or keyboard 5-12