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  • Page 1 UltraBookIIi User Guide 431107302A...
  • Page 2 Copyright 2000 Tadpole Technology, Inc. All rights reserved. Tadpole-RDI Part # 431107302, Revision A Printed in the United States of America UltraBookIIi is a trademark of Tadpole Technology, Inc. Sun, Sun Microsystems, NFS, the Sun Logo, DeskSet, Solaris, SunOS, SunView, OpenWindows, Sun-4, and Sun-5, are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Check the ambient air temperature....2–1 Open the UltraBookIIi ......2–2 Install the Lithium-Ion battery.
  • Page 4 Shutting UltraBookIIi Down ..... . 3–10 Moving UltraBookIIi ......3–12 Using UltraBookIIi Features .
  • Page 5 SPARC Compatibility......A–2 UltraBookIIi 400 ....... . . A–3 Flash Memory .
  • Page 6 E–1 UltraBookIIi ATI Display Controller ....E–1 Changing Resolutions ......E–4 UltraBookIIi Creator 3D Display and Resolution Control .
  • Page 7 Tadpole-RDI assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Nor is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Further, this publication and features described herein are subject to change without notice. UltraBookIIi User Guide...
  • Page 8 However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. viii UltraBookIIi User Guide...
  • Page 9 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Shielded Cables Connections between the UltraBookIIi workstation and peripherals must be made using shielded cables in order to maintain compliance with FCC radio frequency emission limits. The connection of nonshielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels that exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment.

  • Page 10: Important Safety Instructions

    WARNING: All service and upgrades to the UltraBookIIi workstation must be performed by a trained technician only. Otherwise, you may encounter personal injury and/or damage your workstation. Sicherheitshinweise WARNUNG: Beim Betrieb der UltraBookIIi Workstation treten hohe Spannungen innerhalb des Gehäuses auf. Bitte befolgen Sie...
  • Page 11 Betreiben Sie das Gerät nie auf Betten, Sofas oder anderen, weichen Unterlagen. 4. Stecken Sie keine Gegegenstände (Schraubenzieher, Büroklammern, etc.) in die Öffnungen. Sie würden damit Kurzschlüsse herbeiführen, die zur Zerstörung des Gerätes führen, sich der Gefahr eines Stromschlages aussetzen oder das Gerät in Brand setzen. UltraBookIIi User Guide...
  • Page 12 Wenn Sie das Gerät öffnen müssen (Abnahme der verschraubten Haube), ist unbedingt folgendes zu beachten: 1. Das Netzkabel muss aus der Steckdose gezogen werden und zwar bevor Sie das Gerät öffnen. 2. Die Haube muss wieder montiert und verschraubt werden. Erst dann darf das Netzkabel wieder eingesteckt werden. UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 13: Preface

    Preface Welcome to the UltraBookIIi User Guide. This manual contains valuable information about using your new UltraBookIIi. Conventions in this User Guide The following conventions are used in this Guide: Procedures Procedures are numbered. Example: 1. Turn on your workstation.

  • Page 14: Keyboard Conventions

    Screen Messages Screen messages appear in type within a Courier box. Example: After the UltraBookIIi passes its self-test, the following initial message appears: UltraBookIIi ROM Rev. x.xx, xx, Serial #xxxxxxx xxMB memory installed, Keyboard Present Ethernet address x:x:xx:x:x:xx, Host ID: xxxxxxxx Variables Variables appear as an italicized x.

  • Page 15: Supplemental Documentation

    Supplemental Documentation For more information about the Solaris operating system, refer to the UltraBookIIi Software Installation Guide on the Tadpole-RDI Web Site. For more information on related UltraBookIIi features, refer to the other documents also on the Tadpole-RDI Web Site by visiting: http://www.tadpolerdi.com...
  • Page 16 Notes UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 17: Introducing Ultrabook

    A list of features for the UltraBookIIi. • Customer Service and Support. Introducing UltraBookIIi Components As you unpack your UltraBookIIi, check the shipping carton and the components inside it for damage. Figure 1-1 shows the items you should find in your shipping carton.
  • Page 18 If either the shipping carton is damaged or the UltraBookIIi components are missing or damaged, please contact your shipper or dealer immediately. Each carton contains: 1. UltraBookIIi portable workstation 2. AC adapter and power cord 3. Rechargeable battery pack 4. Removable hard drive 5.

  • Page 19: Introducing Ultrabookiii Features

    Introducing UltraBookIIi Features Your new UltraBookIIi includes the following features: • An UltraSPARC-IIi-compatible motherboard, running at 400 MHz with a 2 MB data and instruction cache • 256 MB of high-speed RAM, upgradeable to 1 GB • 14.1 inch display with 1024 x 768 resolution,...
  • Page 20 TIA/EIA-232-F and Centronics devices For more information about the features listed here, see Appendix A of this guide. For tips on using the features listed here, see Chapter 3 of this guide. 1–4 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 21: Customer Service And Support

    Fax: +44 1223 428201 E-mail: support@tadpolerdi.com Before you call, have the serial number for your UltraBookIIi nearby. This number appears on the bottom of the UltraBook. If you received an error message, it will also help if you write down the following information: 1.
  • Page 22 Notes 1–6 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 23: Chapter 2 Quick-Start

    Quick-Start Quick-Start provides a brief, pictorial introduction to get you started. The next chapter, Using UltraBookIIi, describes more detailed information about these features. A few minutes spent on these two chapters will ensure you get the most out of UltraBookIIi. For more detailed hardware descriptions, see Appendix A of this manual.

  • Page 24: Open The Ultrabookiii

    As shown in Step 1, the operating temperature range is 4° to 40° C. Step 2: Open the UltraBookIIi Open the UltraBookIIi display screen by sliding the display cover latches as shown in Step 2. Step 3: Install the Lithium-Ion battery.

  • Page 25: Plug In The Ac Power Adapter

    PCMCIA and parallel and serial ports. Warning: Never use alkaline batteries with the UltraBookIIi. Alkaline batteries cannot be recharged and may explode if you try to recharge them. Only use the Lithium- Ion battery supplied with the system.

  • Page 26: Open The Ultrabookiii Back And Side Panels

    Step 5: Open the UltraBookIIi back and side panels. Step 5 continued. Step 5 shows the back panel. Although the UltraBookIIi is completely self-contained, the back panel provides access for connecting the workstation to a wide variety of external devices, including Ethernet networks. Lower the cover plate and connect the external device to the appropriate connector.

  • Page 27: Turn The Power Switch On

    Then system messages scroll as the operating system loads. If the system is booted with the factory software load intact, the Common Desktop Environment (CDE) login banner appears. Log on at this time and follow the prompts. UltraBookIIi User Guide 2–5...

  • Page 28: Log On To The System

    At this point, you may start your application. This concludes Quick-Start. The next chapter, Using UltraBookIIi, provides more detailed information about the Quick-Start tasks. 2–6 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 29: Using Ultrabookiii

    Start tasks described in Chapter 2. A few minutes spent here will ensure you get the most out of UltraBookIIi. Setting Up The UltraBookIIi is designed to provide many years of error-free operation. The workstation will last longer by following these guidelines: •...
  • Page 30 You can adjust the screen up to 27 degrees from vertical for a better viewing angle. Use the backlight intensity keys on the integral keyboard to adjust the brightness of the backlight to achieve the best viewing conditions. 3–2 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 31: Providing Power

    2. Carefully press the back of the cover down toward the keyboard until both case latches “click” into their closed positions. At this point, you can connect the UltraBookIIi to your selected optional equipment and power up the workstation. Providing Power The UltraBookIIi can operate from an AC power adapter or a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery pack.
  • Page 32 After installing a new battery pack, use the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. It takes about 3 hours to recharge a new battery when the UltraBookIIi is turned off. After fully charging the battery pack, you can operate the UltraBookIIi for about 1 hour, depending on your configuration and application.

  • Page 33: To Install The Battery Pack

    PCMCIA and parallel and serial ports. Figure 3-3 Installing the Battery Pack To remove the battery pack: 1. Shut down the UltraBookIIi according to the instructions on page 3-10. 2. Turn the UltraBookIIi over. UltraBookIIi User Guide...
  • Page 34 3. Press the battery latch (see Figure 3-4) away from the battery. Figure 3-4 Removing the Battery Pack 4. Grasp the battery’s faceplate and gently pull it out of the battery bay. Figure 3-5 Removing the Battery Pack (cont’d) 3–6 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 35: Operating Ultrabookiii

    To start the UltraBookIIi: 1. Make sure the UltraBookIIi is at room temperature before powering up. This is particularly important when the worksta- tion is brought from a very cold environ- ment into a warm room.

  • Page 36: Ethernet Network

    You may also need to consult your SCSI device documentation. 6. Use the UltraBookIIi’s power switch to turn on your workstation. The UltraBookIIi begins its self-test diagnostics and starts to boot. It is normal for the screen to be blank for...

  • Page 37: Restarting Ultrabookiii

    “hostname console login” prompt. hostname console login: If the UltraBookIIi does not respond when the power switch is turned on, refer to Chapter 4 of this guide for troubleshooting suggestions. After powering-up the UltraBookIIi for the first time, you are ready to configure your workstation.

  • Page 38: Shutting Ultrabookiii Down

    5. Enter your password at the “Password” prompt and press Enter. Shutting UltraBookIIi Down Before turning off your UltraBookIIi for the day, save your work, close all programs and databases, and shut down its operating system. You may also want to power down any peripheral devices you have connected to the UltraBookIIi.
  • Page 39 RDIuts from the VWA Install CD-ROM or downloading it via FTP from www.tadpolerdi.com. To shut down the UltraBookIIi safely if RDIuts is NOT installed: 1. Save your work and close any application or database that may have work in progress.

  • Page 40: Moving Ultrabookiii

    Moving UltraBookIIi 1. If you want to move the UltraBookIIi after shutting down, disconnect all cables and connectors (including the AC adapter cable) from the UltraBookIIi. 2. Close and latch the rear panel cover, then fold the display cover down and close and latch the case.

  • Page 41: Using Ultrabookiii Features

    Using UltraBookIIi Features This section contains operational tips and other information unique to the UltraBookIIi feature set. For more detailed information on a listed feature, refer to Appendix B, “UltraBookIIi Specifications”. Removing Hard Disk Drives The UltraBookIIi comes equipped with up to three removable hard disk drives.
  • Page 42 4. Grasp the drive’s faceplate and gently pull it out of the drive bay. Figure 3-7 Removing the Hard Disk Drive (cont’d) 3–14 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 43: Recording With The External Microphone

    To insert a hard disk drive: 1. Shut down the UltraBookIIi according to the instructions on page 3-10. 2. Insert the drive into the drive bay. Figure 3-8 Installing a Hard Disk Drive 3. Press gently until you hear the drive click into place.

  • Page 44: Using An External Keyboard Or Pointing Device

    Using an External Keyboard or Pointing Device • When the UltraBookIIi is on and an external keyboard is connected, the system returns to OBP. Typing go and pressing Enter returns you to the Sun operating system. • An external keyboard and the on-board...

  • Page 45: Using An External Display

    Using an External Display To connect an external monitor: 1. Shut down the UltraBookIIi according to the instructions on page 3-10. 2. To connect a Sun-type external monitor, connect it directly to the UltraBookIIi’s external video port. Refer to Appendix E, External Monitor Matrix, for more information.

  • Page 46: Using The Serial/Parallel Port

    3. Attach a twisted-pair cable to the Ultra- BookIIi’s 10-Base T/100-Base T Ethernet connector (see Figure 3-9). Using the Serial/Parallel Port The UltraBookIIi back panel has a 50-pin connector housing two serial ports and a parallel port (see Figure 3-10). To access serial and parallel ports: 1.

  • Page 47: Using The Ultra/Fast-Wide Scsi Port

    For a list of pin assignments for the UltraBookIIi connector and I/O break-out cable, refer to Appendix C. The two serial ports are designated A and B on the I/O break-out cable. When you connect serial devices to the I/O break-out cable, make sure the device...
  • Page 48 See Terminating De- vices Attached to the SCSI Port later in this section. For a list of pin assignments for the UltraBookIIi Ultra/ Fast-Wide SCSI port, refer to Appendix C. Terminating Devices Attached to the SCSI Port...

  • Page 49: Upgrading Memory (Ram)

    3-10, then turn on the SCSI devices and start the UltraBookIIi again. Upgrading Memory (RAM) UltraBookIIi can support up to 1 GB of random access memory (RAM). To upgrade RAM, add or replace RAM modules, available from Tadpole-RDI or authorized dealers in 128 MB, 256 MB, and 512 MB sizes.
  • Page 50 5. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove exist- ing mounting screws before inserting mem- ory board. 6. Insert the new module in the available slot (as shown in Figure 3-10) pressing gently but firmly until it is fully seated in the con- nector. 3–22 UltraBookIIi User Guide...
  • Page 51 8. Replace the memory access cover and tighten screw. To replace or upgrade existing memory modules: 1. Shut down the UltraBookIIi according to the instructions on page 3-10. 2. Unplug the AC adapter/charger and re- move the battery pack from the system.
  • Page 52 Prying at other points of contact may damage your memory modules or the main system board and void your warranty with Tadpole-RDI. a. Using a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the mounting screws on the memory module(s) you are replacing. 3–24 UltraBookIIi User Guide...
  • Page 53 Figure 3-13 or you may damage your memory modules or the main system board and void your system warranty. The leverage points are numbered and you must pry gently upward in the order shown to remove the memory modules without damaging them. UltraBookIIi User Guide 3–25...
  • Page 54 Grasping the memory module by its outer edges, carefully lift the memory module away from its RAM connector and the unit. Replace the memory module(s) as described on page 3-21. g. Install the memory mounting screws. 3–26 UltraBookIIi User Guide...
  • Page 55 Figure 3-14. Figure 3-14 Removing the Main Memory Module Caution: Pry gently upward at the leverage points shown in Figure 3-14 or you may damage your memory modules or the main system board and void your system UltraBookIIi User Guide 3–27...
  • Page 56 Grasping the memory module by its outer edges, carefully lift the memory module away from its memory connector and the unit. Replace the memory module as described on page 3-21. 3–28 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 57: Maintaining Ultrabookiii

    Maintaining UltraBookIIi It is important to maintain the UltraBookIIi. This chapter provides information for cleaning, packing, and storing the workstation, and battery maintenance. Warning: Any service and upgrades to the UltraBookIIi which require opening and removing the unit’s case must be performed by a trained technician only.

  • Page 58: Cleaning The Ultrabookiii

    (Apres le couverde a encleve, visse le couverde en place et remettre le cordon d'alimentation.) Cleaning The UltraBookIIi As a portable workstation, the UltraBookIIi may collect dust and dirt, requiring occasional cleaning. To clean the UltraBookIIi: 1. Shut down the UltraBookIIi according to the instructions on page 3-10.

  • Page 59: Packing And Shipping

    Packing and Shipping To pack the UltraBookIIi for shipment: 1. Disconnect all cables from connectors on the UltraBookIIi rear panel. Do not pack the UltraBookIIi with cables still attached to connectors. 2. Verify the connector panel on the back of the UltraBookIIi and the battery compart- ment are closed.

  • Page 60: Storage

    3. Close and lock the display cover. 4. Pack the UltraBookIIi in the original ship- ping container. Follow the instructions printed on the container for proper packing order and configuration. Caution: Damage caused by shipping the UltraBookIIi workstation in containers other than the original shipping container is NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY.

  • Page 61: Low Battery Shutdown

    When you want to start using the UltraBookIIi again: 1. Give the UltraBookIIi enough time to stabi- lize at room temperature before operating. This is particularly important when the workstation is brought from a very cold en- vironment into a warm room. In such cases, moisture can condense on and inside the workstation and can cause problems.
  • Page 62 Attaching AC adapter tion system shut- will still require you to down boot the UltraBookIIi sequence, after after the shutdown. which it enters PROM Moni- tor (OBP). Power 1-2 minutes System Connect the AC adapter...

  • Page 63: Battery Pack Maintenance

    The Ultra- BookIIi will continue to remind you about the low battery status if you continue to use battery power. Refer to Chapter 3, Shutting UltraBookIIi Down, for more information on shutting down the UltraBookIIi. • Swapping battery packs—One way to...
  • Page 64 When this occurs, you must replace the worn out battery pack with a new one. Replacement battery packs can be obtained from an UltraBookIIi representative. Caution: Worn battery packs should be discarded in accordance with the disposal requirements for your area.

  • Page 65: Power Management

    Power Management Understanding the PowerTool The UltraBookIIi PowerTool allows you to control the power management behavior of your system. The main program dialog provides an overview of critical power management areas, including available battery capacity, estimated battery time remaining, current processor speed, and LCD status.
  • Page 66 /etc/pm/pm.cf is reached. However, you can run the PowerTool at any time using: • RDI Icon Application Pop Up Menu • CDE by executing the command /usr/ openwin/bin/powertool • OpenWindows 5–2 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 67: Powertool Fields

    This command grants other utilities (such as the PowerTool) access to the screen. Refer to the xhost(1) man page for more information. Caution: If power to the UltraBookIIi is suddenly turned off and there is no available battery power, the unit’s power management...
  • Page 68 This functionality is designed to conserve critical computational resources where screen display is not immediately required and prevent interruptions to critical computations. Exit Pressing Exit allows you to quit or halt the PowerTool dialog. 5–4 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 69: Powertool Menus

    It takes about 3 hours to recharge a new battery when the UltraBookIIi is turned off. After fully charging the battery pack, you can operate the UltraBookIIi for about 1 hour with a single battery, depending on your configuration and applications.
  • Page 70 You can reach this dialog by opening the main Battery pull-down menu and selecting Battery Management from the PowerTool dialog. Figure 5-2 shows the Battery Management dialog. Figure 5-2 Battery Management 5–6 UltraBookIIi User Guide...
  • Page 71 You can reach this dialog by opening the main Battery menu and selecting Battery Priority from the PowerTool dialog. Figure 5-3 shows the Battery Priority dialog. Figure 5-3 Battery Priority UltraBookIIi User Guide 5–7...
  • Page 72 Figure 5-1. You can calibrate the main system battery by pressing Calibrate at the Calibration dialog. You can reach this dialog by opening the main Battery menu and selecting Calibration from the PowerTool dialog. Figure 5-4 shows the Calibration dialog. Figure 5-4 Calibration 5–8 UltraBookIIi User Guide...
  • Page 73 Restore Defaults. You can reach this dialog by opening the System menu and selecting System Control from the PowerTool dialog. Figure 5-5 shows the System Control dialog. Figure 5-5 System Control UltraBookIIi User Guide 5–9...
  • Page 74 You can reach this dialog by opening the Profile menu and selecting Power Management Profile from the PowerTool dialog. Figure 5-6 shows the Power Management Profile dialog. Figure 5-6 Power Management Profile 5–10 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 75: The Powertool Configuration File

    PowerTool software. Contact your authorized Tadpole- RDI representative for current updates and related product information. The PowerTool Configuration File The following shows the contents of the Power Management Configuration file distributed on the VWA CD. UltraBookIIi User Guide 5–11...
  • Page 76 Valid are POWER_DOWN, SCREEN_BLANK and SUSPEND for BUTTON_ACTION and LID_ACTION BUTTON_ACTIONPOWER_DOWN - Lid Close Action LID_ACTIONPOWER_DOWN - Volume to play the audible file at (0 to 120): VOLUME - Delay between Audible Warnings AUDIBLE_TIMER5 - File to use for audible warning 5–12 UltraBookIIi User Guide...
  • Page 77 # not recommended to be changed. Battery levels in percentage (%): Warning Shutdown BLEVELS # Intervals to sample available battery power Normal Warning BATTERY_TIMER # When power gets into the Low Battery Interval execute: WARN_ACTION/usr/openwin/bin/powertool -iconic UltraBookIIi User Guide 5–13...
  • Page 78 Notes 5–14 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 79: Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

    SCSI port Ethernet Serial Ports External video port External keyboard/mouse port Starting and Booting Symptom: The UltraBookIIi will not power up from the AC adapter. Make sure that: • The power-on icon is displayed on the Status LCD after pushing the power button.
  • Page 80 • The workstation’s operating system is correctly configured for the network, if this is a new network node. Symptom: The UltraBookIIi will not boot from the hard disk drive. If the hard drive activity icon • Does not display, indicating a hard disk problem exists, contact Tadpole-RDI Customer Service and Support.
  • Page 81 Symptom: The UltraBookIIi halts during boot and displays the following messages: boot device:/PCI Bus/le@0,00000 File andargs: lost carrier (transceiver cable problem?) ARP/RARP send failed. Check Ethernet cable and transceiver. Lost carrier (transceiver cable problem?) ARP/RARP send failed. Check Ethernet cable and transceiver.

  • Page 82: Blank Lcd Display Panel

    Symptom: Low battery warning occurs when the workstation is started or shortly after power-up. a. Connect the AC adapter, shut down the system according to the instructions on page 3-10, and recharge the battery for 3 hours, then try using the UltraBookIIi again. 6–4 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 83: Scsi Port

    If recharging fails to correct the problem, test the AC adapter by removing the battery pack from the UltraBookIIi and trying to operate from the adapter only. Try to calibrate the battery. For more informa- tion about battery calibration, see “Calibra- tion,”...

  • Page 84: Ethernet

    Ethernet Symptom: The UltraBookIIi fails to access Ethernet. 1. Check for the Ethernet icon in the status LCD display. 2. If you have the “console” window active, the Ethernet cable can be removed or inserted any time. When inserted, the speed and duplex conditions of the con- nection are displayed.

  • Page 85: Serial Ports

    Symptom: External monitor display remains blank. • Check the monitor connection to the UltraBookIIi. If you use an external monitor, be sure that your monitor cable uses a Sun 13W3 type connector. A J13W3- to-VGA adapter is required to connect non Sun-type external monitors to the UltraBookIIi.

  • Page 86: External Keyboard/Mouse Port

    Tel: +44 1223 428200 Fax: +44 1223 428201 E-mail: support@tadpolerdi.com Before you call, have the UltraBookIIi serial number nearby. This number appears on the bottom of the UltraBookIIi. If you received an error message, it will also help if you write down the following information: 1.
  • Page 87 SunOS xxxxxxx x.x Generic_xxxxxx-xx sun4u SUNW,Ultra-x_x Use more /etc/release to obtain • release information including the release date on the install CD. Solaris 7 x/xx xxxxx_xx_xxxxx_xx SPARC Copyright xxxx Sun Microsystems, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Assembled xx xxxxx xxxx UltraBookIIi User Guide 6–9...
  • Page 88 Notes 6–10 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 89: Physical Packaging

    Detailed Hardware Description This chapter provides a detailed description of the UltraBookIIi hardware. Physical Packaging The UltraBookIIi provides a slim, clamshell-style package, while maintaining full workstation capability. The UltraBookIIi laptop form-factor weighs 7.5 pounds and has a footprint of 11 inches deep by 13 inches wide.

  • Page 90: Sparc Compatibility

    The 400 series UltraBookIIi uses a SPARC-compatible motherboard, based on the Sun UltraSPARC-IIi processor, and runs at 400 MHz, depending on your configuration. The 400 series UltraBookIIi also uses the Sun LSI chipsets for compatibility. As a result, any hardware or peripheral device compatible with Sun workstations is fully compatible with the UltraBookIIi.

  • Page 91: Flash Memory

    At 400 Mhz, the CPU delivers 17.9 SPECint95 and 20.6 SPECfP95. Flash Memory The UltraBookIIi includes 1 MB of flash memory for use during system bootup. Also included is a Flash Write-Protect and Write-Enable (WP/WE) switch located between the external keyboard/mouse connector and the parallel/serial port.

  • Page 92: System Memory

    Memory on the UltraBookIIi is accessed through a 288- bit data path. UltraBookIIi memory includes ECC protection. The memory subsystem supports memory of 60 ns access time. The UltraBookIIi accepts 128 MB, 256 MB, and 512 MB expansion modules using the following 64 MBit DRAM configurations: •...

  • Page 93: Display Technology

    Display Technology The UltraBookIIi 400 series workstations support high resolution 1024 x 768 LCD panels. The UltraBookIIi can also come equipped with the Creator 3D graphics options. The Creator 3D graphics options support refresh rates of 120 Mhz or higher and require an external monitor for display resolutions greater than 1024 x 768 pixels.
  • Page 94 Sun-type or other self-sensing monitors with J13W3 connectors plug directly into the external video port on the UltraBookIIi back panel, as shown in Figure A-8. If you have a different type of monitor, check your monitor manual and Appendix E for compatibility and use the included adaptor to connect the monitor.

  • Page 95: Creator 3D Display Controller (Optional

    Creator 3D Display Controller (Optional) The UltraBookIIi can be configured with a Sun Creator 3D display controller for two or three dimensional computer aided drawing or modeling (CAD/CAM). The Sun Creator 3D graphics options provide accelerated 24- bit color. The UltraBookIIi provides a high-performance output jack for 3-D glasses in place of a hard disk device bay, if the Creator 3D Graphics option is installed.

  • Page 96: Status Liquid Crystal Display (Lcd

    The Status LCD provides a running status on the following items and conditions: • Hard disk • Floppy disk • Network • External Monitor • Caps Lock • Compose • Battery • AC cord • Power Button • Over temperature indicator A–8 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 97: Hard Disk

    Caps Lock key on the keyboard. It continues to display until the key is pressed again and released. This symbol displays after you press the Compose key on the keyboard. It continues to display until the key is pressed again and released. UltraBookIIi User Guide A–9...

  • Page 98: Power Status

    If the temperature continues to exceed acceptable parameters, the over temperature symbol turns a solid color and the workstation shuts down. Caution: Do not allow the UltraBookIIi to reach a state of critical high temperature—this will damage the unit.

  • Page 99: Input-Output Devices

    Input-Output Devices Input-output devices are supported through device bays and access panels. The UltraBookIIi has three device bays and three access panels. Device bays are cavities in the unit into which you can install modular devices such as a hard disk drive or a single lithium-ion battery.

  • Page 100: External Floppy (Optional

    External Floppy (Optional) The UltraBookIIi supports an optional 3.5-inch 720 KB/ 1.44 MB external floppy disk drive via a standard 15-pin floppy drive connector. The external floppy drive provides media ejection via a manual push button.

  • Page 101: Pcmcia (Pc Card

    PCMCIA (PC Card) The UltraBookIIi has two PCMCIA slots, as shown in Figure A-9. The PCMCIA slots are located above the external floppy drive connector, on the right side of the workstation. The workstation supports two Type I or Type II cards or one Type III card.
  • Page 102 Scroll Again Undo Copy Paste Pause Lock Mute Vol+ Vol- Bri+ Bri- HELP F10 F11 F12 & Back Space Caps " Enter Lock < > Shift Shift Compose Alt Graph Control Figure A-2 UltraBookIIi Keyboard Layout A–14 UltraBookIIi User Guide...
  • Page 103 Figure A-9 on page A-25. You can connect an external Sun Type-5 or newer keyboard when the UltraBookIIi is turned on or off. If you connect an external domestic keyboard to the UltraBookIIi's external keyboard connector, the on- board keyboard is unaffected.

  • Page 104: Onboard Audio

    An external mouse or other pointing device will disable the on-board touchpad. Onboard Audio The UltraBookIIi provides a variety of onboard audio services and connectors, including: • Audio and microphone jacks •...

  • Page 105: External Connections

    Positron compatible recording device for recording audio input. Internal Speaker The UltraBookIIi includes a built-in audio speaker which reproduces monophonic sound generated by application programs. External Connections This section describes the UltraBookIIi’s available external connections. For information on external devices, see Input-Output Devices earlier in this guide.

  • Page 106: Ethernet

    Ethernet The UltraBookIIi rear panel provides a built-in twisted pair (10-Base T/100-Base T) Ethernet network port as shown in Figure A-8. This industry-standard RJ-45 telephone-type connector allows connection to twisted pair Ethernet networks. A twisted-pair Ethernet cable is similar in appearance to a modular telephone cord.

  • Page 107: Ultra/Fast-Wide Scsi

    Termination External devices can have a maximum SCSI bus length of 2 meters and must use active termination installed at the last device on the external bus. The UltraBookIIi provides 5 VDC termpwr for SCSI terminators. UltraBookIIi User Guide A–19...

  • Page 108: Video

    External SCSI Connections When using external SCSI devices with your UltraBookIIi, you need an active terminator with the appropriate connector. Video The UltraBookIIi supports Sun-type or other self- sensing monitors equipped with J13W3 connectors. For more information on external display capabilities, see External Monitor Support in Chapter 2.

  • Page 109: Battery Technology

    Battery Technology The UltraBookIIi uses a lithium-ion battery module to power the workstation when AC power is not available. TADPOLE-RDI Figure A-6 Lithium-Ion Battery Module...
  • Page 110 The battery module contains a five element LED power gage allowing you to check the charge status of the battery module before installing it in the UltraBookIIi. The power gage displays remaining capacity in increments of 20%. As battery power decreases, the workstation monitors performance and warns you of low battery power.

  • Page 111: Device Bays And Access Port Locations

    This section shows you where to connect external devices to the UltraBookIIi and where to install modular components. You can make connections to the UltraBookIIi at the rear and right-side access ports, or through the unit's audio input and output jacks. Open UltraBookIIi User Guide...
  • Page 112 UltraBookIIi’s access ports. To install modular components, insert the component in the appropriate device bay or see page A-11 for more information. Hard Disk Device Bays Figure A-7 UltraBookIIi Device Bays Figure A-8 UltraBookIIi Rear Access Ports A–24...

  • Page 113: Options

    UltraBookIIi workstations. Languages Standard C, C++, FORTRAN, ADA, and a wide selection of other languages are available from SunPro or third parties for use on the UltraBookIIi. Sources UltraBookIIi replacement parts and options are available from your authorized UltraBookIIi dealer.
  • Page 114 Laser printers • Serial port cables • Answer Book CDs The following items are available from third-party suppliers: • Ethernet transceiver cables • Three-button mouse • High-performance color, monochrome, and grayscale video monitors • Video monitor cables A–26 UltraBookIIi User Guide...
  • Page 115 External SCSI devices (hard disk drives, CD-ROMs, cartridge tape drives, etc.) • Laser printers • External modems • Serial port cables • Audio input/output devices (amplifiers, microphones, etc.) • PCMCIA cards (modems, flash memory, disk drives, etc.) UltraBookIIi User Guide A–27...
  • Page 116 Notes A–28 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 117: Appendix B Ultrabookiii Specifications

    ECC Memory expansion using daughter boards (user installable) Cache 2 MB secondary cache 16 KB data and 16 KB instruction on CPU chip Media External floppy drive (Optional): 3.5 inch 720 KB or 1.44 MB capacity auto-sensing UltraBookIIi User Guide B–1...
  • Page 118 Screen aspect ratio Dot pitch .28mm Dots per inch 90.7 Display height 8.36in (214 mm) Display width 11.14 in (286 mm) Display diagonal 14.1 in (358 mm) Keyboard 97 full-travel keys Sun-5 compatible keyboard Touchpad Three-button integrated B–2 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 119: Other Features

    System Dimensions Height 2.3 inches (58 mm) Width 12.84 inches (326 mm) Length 11.66 inches (296 mm) Volume 0.18 cu. ft. (0.05 cu. m) Weight 7.5 pounds (3.4 kg) without battery Battery weight 1 pound UltraBookIIi User Guide B–3...

  • Page 120: Operating Temperature

    2.28 in (57.10 mm) Height 1.15 in (29.21 mm) Weight 9.3 oz (0.263 kg) AC cord Two wire, UL/CSA approved IEC 320/c8 connector, 6 ft (1.8 m) SPT1 type cable with right DC cord angle, 3 ft (.9m) B–4 UltraBookIIi User Guide...
  • Page 121 Class B, CE (EN55022) Class B, (EN 50081-1, EN50082-1, IEC801-2, IEC801-3, IEC 801-4) Options Expansion memory daughter boards Internal disk drive upgrades Nylon carrying case Extra battery pack Hard carrying case Extra manual set Floppy disk drive FAX/MODEM UltraBookIIi User Guide B–5...
  • Page 122 Notes B–6 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 123: Appendix C Connector Pin Assignments

    This appendix describes the pin assignments for the UltraBookIIi connectors listed in the table below. The connectors are listed in the order they appear on the UltraBookIIi, beginning with the front- most access port on the right side of the unit.

  • Page 124: Headphones Connector

    The Audio In Connector is a standard female, 1/8”, audio miniature jack. The following table lists the pin assignments for this connector. For illustration purposes, Figure C-2 shows the 1/8” male connector. Signal LEFT CHANNEL Ring RIGHT CHANNEL Shield C–2 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 125: Audio Line Out Connector

    1/8”, audio miniature jack. The following table lists the pin assignments for this connector. For illustration purposes, Figure C-3 shows the 1/8” male connector. Signal LEFT CHANNEL Ring RIGHT CHANNEL Shield Figure C-3 Audio Line Out Mating Connector Shield Ring UltraBookIIi User Guide C–3...

  • Page 126: Microphone Connector

    The following table lists the pin assignments for this connector. For illustration purposes, Figure C-4 shows the 1/8” male connector. Signal LEFT CHANNEL Ring RIGHT CHANNEL Shield Figure C-4 Microphone Mating Connector Shield Ring C–4 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 127: External Floppy Drive Connector

    The following table lists the pin assignments for this connector. Figure C-5 shows this connector. Signal FD_HD_SEL_L FD_RD_DAT_L FD_WR_PROT_L FD_TRK0_L FD_WR_GATE_L FD_WR_DAT_L FD_STEP_L FD_DIR_L FD_DSK_CHNG_L FD_DRV0_SEL_L FD_INDEX_L Figure C-5 External Floppy Drive Connector UltraBookIIi User Guide C–5...

  • Page 128: Keyboard/Mouse Connector

    The Keyboard/Mouse Connector is a female, 8-pin miniature (DIN-8) connector. The following table lists the pin assignments for this connector. Figure C-6 shows this connector. Signal Mouse Data Keyboard Data Out Keyboard Data In PowerOn_L Figure C-6 Keyboard/Mouse Connector C–6 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 129: Dual Serial/Parallel Connector

    Dual Serial/Parallel Connector The Dual Serial/Parallel Connector on the UltraBookIIi back panel is a female, 50-pin double-row polarized connector. The following table lists the pin assignments and Figure C-7 shows this connector. Signal Signal PAR_DS_L SER_DIR_B PP_DAT0 SER_DCD_B PP_DAT1 SER_TXC_B...

  • Page 130: Ultrabookiii User Guide

    Signal Signal SER_TRXC_B SER_SYNC_B SER_RXC_B Figure C-7 Dual Serial/Parallel Connector C–8 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 131: Serial Port-A Connector

    25-pin (DB25) connector. The following table lists the pin assignments for this connector. Figure C-8 shows this connector. Signal Signal SERIAL_TXD_A SERIAL_TRXC_A SERIAL_RXD_A SERIAL_RTS_A SERIAL_RXV_A SERIAL_CTS_A SERIAL_DSR_A SERIAL_DTR_A SERIAL_DCD_A SERIAL_TXC_A Figure C-8 Serial Port-A Connector UltraBookIIi User Guide C–9...

  • Page 132: Serial Port-B Connector

    25-pin (DB25) connector. The following table lists the pin assignments for this connector. Figure C-9 shows this connector. Signal Signal SERIAL_TXD_B SERIAL_TRXC_B SERIAL_RXD_B SERIAL_RTS_B SERIAL_RXV_B SERIAL_CTS_B SERIAL_DSR_B SERIAL_DTR_B SERIAL_DCD_B SERIAL_TXC_B Figure C-9 Serial Port-B Connector C–10 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 133: Parallel Port Connector

    Figure C-10 shows this connector. Signal Signal P_DATA-STROBE-L P_ACKNOWLEDGE_L P_DATA_<0> P_BUSY P_DATA<1> P_PE P_DATA<2> P_SLCT P_DATA<3> P_AUTO_FEED_L P_DATA<4> P_ERROR_L P_DATA<5> P_INIT_L P_DATA<6> P_SELECT_IN_L P_DATA<7> Figure C-10 Parallel Port Connector UltraBookIIi User Guide C–11...

  • Page 134: Dc Input Connector

    DC Input Connector The DC Input Connector provides DC power to the unit. Figure C-11 shows this connector. Figure C-11 DC Input Connector C–12 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 135: Scsi Connector

    SCSI Connector The UltraBookIIi SCSI Connector is a female, 68-pin double-row polarized SCSI connector. The following table lists the pin assignments for this connector. Figure C-12 shows this connector. Signal Signal 1-16, TERM_PWR 17, 18 TERM_PWR TERM_PWR 20-34 SCSI_DAT_L<12> SCSI_DAT_L<13>...
  • Page 136 Figure C-12 SCSI Connector C–14 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 137: External Monitor Connector

    J13W3 connector. The following table lists the pin assignments for this connector. Figure C-13 shows this connector. Signal Signal VIDEO_GND MONITOR_ID<1> VSYNC MONITOR_ID<2> MONITOR_ID<0> VIDEO_GND VIDEO_GND CSYNC_L GREEN/MONO HSYNC BLUE VIDEO_GND Figure C-13 External Monitor Connector UltraBookIIi User Guide C–15...

  • Page 138: Ethernet Twisted-Pair Connector

    The Ethernet Twisted-Pair Connector is a female, 8-pin miniature RJ-45 telephone jack. The following table lists the pin assignments for this connector. Figure C-14 shows this connector. Signal TXD+ TXD– TXD– RXD+ TXD_COM TXD_COM RXD– RXD_COM RXD_COM Figure C-14 Ethernet Twisted-Pair Connector C–16 UltraBookIIi User Guide...
  • Page 139 NVRAM Settings The following table lists the UltraBookIIi NVRAM settings. When you receive your UltraBookIIi, the factory-preset values are configured to their default settings using the “set-defaults” command. Parameter Values Default Value ati-pgx24? true true ide-timeon psm-min-batt tpe-link-test? true true...
  • Page 140 4290212323 oem-logo oem-logo? false false oem-banner oem-banner? false false hardware-revision 92 86 last-hardware-update 80 a2 a0 88 82 22 a8 86 . . . diag-switch? false false D–2 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 141: Appendix E External Monitor Matrix

    Only 1024 x 768, 800 x 600, and 1152 x 900 pixel resolutions are supported with this function. The UltraBookIIi is delivered with a 1024 x 768 pixel resolution 14.1 inch Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). It also has the option to drive the external monitors. In some combinations, the UltraBookIIi can drive both the LCD and an external monitor simultaneously.
  • Page 142 NO CHANGE ENABLED AT CURRENT RESO- LUTION csync-on COMPOSITE SYNC ENABLED csync-off COMPOSITE SYNC DISABLED * = NOT SUPPORTED BY WINDOW MANAGER DISPLAY CONTROL ** = SHOULD BE USED WHEN EXTERNAL MONITOR IS SET TO 1024x768 60Hz E–2 UltraBookIIi User Guide...
  • Page 143 ENABLED AT CUR- NO CHANGE RENT RESOLUTION monitor-off NO CHANGE monitor-on NO CHANGE ENABLED AT CURRENT RESO- LUTION csync-on COMPOSITE SYNC ENABLED csync-off COMPOSITE SYNC DISABLED * = NOT SUPPORTED BY WINDOW MANAGER DISPLAY CONTROL UltraBookIIi User Guide E–3...

  • Page 144: Changing Resolutions

    3. Press Enter to resume using the Ultra- BookIIi. UltraBookIIi Creator 3D Display and Resolution Control The UltraBookIIi with Creator 3D Graphics option supports a 14.1" 1024x768 LCD as well as an external 13W3 connector for driving CRT monitors and projection display devices. Simultaneous output to the LCD and external port are supported at 1024x768 60 Hz only.

  • Page 145: Configuring The Display Automatically

    “Configuring the Display Using Window Manager Utilities,” on page E-7) Configuring the Display Automatically The UltraBookIIi system automatically configures the LCD and external video port when powered up based on the type of external device that you connected. These devices fall into two broad categories: •...

  • Page 146: Configuring The Display Using Boot Prom Commands

    SUN device, sense=14 1024x768 60 Hz 1024x768 60 Hz If you connect a non-SUN device to the UltraBookIIi at power up, the results of the automatic configuration are undefined. For non-Sun devices, leave the external device and 13W3 adapter disconnected from the system and follow the steps for manual configuration in the next section.

  • Page 147: Configuring The Display Using Window Manager Utilitiese-7

    OK prompt. 8. Boot UNIX by typing boot at the OK prompt. Take particular note of the csync-on and csync-off commands. The UltraBookIIi external video interface can provide video sync information in discrete or composite form. In general, SUN-compatible display...

  • Page 148: Changing Display Resolution

    2. Select Utilities|Display Resolution Controls. 3. Select the appropriate display control command. Changing Display Resolution In some combinations, the UltraBookIIi can drive both the LCD and an external monitor simultaneously. This list charts the various combinations and the OBP commands to activate them.
  • Page 149 NO CHANGE ENABLED AT CURRENT RESO- LUTION csync-on COMPOSITE SYNC ENABLED csync-off COMPOSITE SYNC DISABLED * = NOT SUPPORTED BY WINDOW MANAGER DISPLAY CONTROL ** = SHOULD BE USED WHEN EXTERNAL MONITOR IS SET TO 1024x768 60Hz UltraBookIIi User Guide E–9...
  • Page 150 Notes E–10 UltraBookIIi User Guide...

  • Page 151: Index

    ... . A–17 brightness ..A–5, B–3 line out, connectorC–1, C–3 microphone ..A–17 Index–1 UltraBookIIi User Guide...
  • Page 152 ....3–3 UltraBookIIi ..3–3 CPU ....A–1 configuration file, PowerTool.
  • Page 153 ... . B–2 SCSI devices, terminate . . . dual serial/parallel connector . 3–20 C–1, C–7 video port ... 6–7 Index–3 UltraBookIIi User Guide...
  • Page 154 Internet address ..3–7 external ... . . 1–4 introduce UltraBookIIi ..1–1 FPU processor... B–1 components .

  • Page 155: Lcd Display

    ... . 4–7 B–2, B–3 UltraBookIIi ..4–1 and touchpad ..A–13 manage batteries..5–5 connector .
  • Page 156 ... 2–4 CPU speed ...5–4 UltraBookIIi ..2–2, 3–1 exit ....5–4 UltraBookIIi back and side fields .
  • Page 157 UltraBookIIi ..4–3 existing memory module . . shut down ..3–10, 3–11 3–23 low battery ..4–5 resolution operating system .
  • Page 158 SCSI ..A–19 ultra/fast-wide SCSI port . 3–19 UltraBookIIi ... . 3–1 400....A–3 ATI display controller .E–1...

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