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Notebook PC Hardware
Manual Revision: 1.00 E774
Release Date:
Oct 2001

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  • Page 1 Notebook PC User’s Manual Product Name: Notebook PC Hardware Manual Revision: 1.00 E774 Release Date: Oct 2001...

  • Page 2: Safety Statements

    Safety Statements Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 3: Macrovision Corporation Product Notice

    Nordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery) CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. (English) VORSICHT! Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ.
  • Page 4 Safety Statements Safety Statements WARNING! The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals.

  • Page 5: Transportation Precautions

    Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external periph- erals to prevent damage to the connectors. The hard disk drive’s head retracts when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of the hard disk surface during transport. Therefore, you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is still ON.
  • Page 6 Safety Statements CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish...

  • Page 7: Ul Safety Notices

    UL Safety Notices Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connected to a telecommunication network that has an operating voltage to ground that does not exceed 200V peak, 300V peak-to-peak, and 105V rms, and installed or used in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70).

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Introducing the Notebook PC ... 11 About This User’s Manual ... 12 Notes For This Manual ... 12 2. Knowing the Parts ... 13 Top Side ... 14 Bottom Side ... 16 Left Side ... 18 Right Side ...
  • Page 9 4. Using the Notebook PC ... 35 Pointing Device ... 36 Using the Touchpad ... 36 Touchpad Usage Illustrations ... 36 Caring for the Touchpad ... 38 Floppy Disk Drive Module (Included) ... 39 Laser Safety ... 40 Using the CD-ROM Drive ... 41 DVD-ROM Drive Information ...
  • Page 10 Hard Disk Drive ... 54 Important Handling Note ... 54 Processor & Hard Disk Drive Upgrades ... 54 System Memory Expansion ... 54 Vehicle/Air & Vehicle-Only Power Adapters (Optional) ... 57 Securing Your Notebook PC (Optional) ... 58 5. Configuring the BIOS ... 59 BIOS Setup Program ...

  • Page 11: Introducing The Notebook Pc

    1. Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual Notes For This Manual...

  • Page 12: About This User's Manual

    Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information on the various components in the Notebook PC and how to use them. The following are major sections of this User’s Manuals: 1.

  • Page 13: Knowing The Parts

    2. KNOWING THE PARTS Top Side Bottom Side Left Side Right Side Rear Side Front Side...

  • Page 14: Top Side

    Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the top side of the Notebook PC. Air Vent & Fan Opening the Display Panel One spring-loaded latch on the front of the Notebook PC locks the display panel in the closed position when the Notebook PC is not in use.

  • Page 15: Display Panel

    Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that of desktop monitors. Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is easier on the eyes. Display Panel Care The LCD screen is very delicate and requires careful handling.

  • Page 16: Bottom Side

    Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the bottom side of the Notebook PC. Name Card Holder Battery Compartment WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when han- dling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation.

  • Page 17: Reset Button

    Knowing the Parts The following describes the components on the bottom side of the Notebook PC as shown by the illustration on the previous page. Battery Compartment The battery compartment’s surface is actually combined with the battery pack in order to reduce thick- ness.

  • Page 18: Left Side

    Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the left side of the Notebook PC. DC IN 2 USB Ports ® Kensington Lock Port The Kensington ® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington book PC security products.

  • Page 19: Right Side

    Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the right side of the Notebook PC. Optical Drive IEEE 1394 Port The following describes the components on the right side of the Notebook PC as shown by the illustra- tion above.

  • Page 20: Rear Side

    Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the rear side of the Notebook PC. External Monitor Port The following describes the components on the rear side of the Notebook PC as shown by the illustra- tion above.

  • Page 21: Usb Port

    Knowing the Parts PS/2 Port The PS/2 port is for connecting an external PS/2 mouse or PS/2 keyboard to the Notebook PC if you do not want to use the built-in pointing device and keyboard. Simultaneous use of two PS/2 devices re- quires an optional PS/2 Y-adapter.

  • Page 22: Front Side

    Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. Left Audio Speaker Display Panel Latch One display panel latch is used to lock the display panel in the closed position. To open the display panel, slide the latch to the right with your thumb and lift up the display panel at the same time.

  • Page 23: Getting Started

    3. Getting Started Installing/Removing Battery Pack Using the Battery Pack Operating Systems Power Connection Powering ON The Notebook PC Power Management - Stand By/Hibernate Restarting or Rebooting Powering OFF The Notebook PC Using the Keyboard Instant Launch Keys and Status Indicators...

  • Page 24: Installing And Removing The Battery Pack

    Getting Started Installing and Removing the Battery Pack Your Notebook PC may or may not have its battery pack installed. If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed, there will be a large opening at the bottom of the Notebook PC. Use the following procedures to install or remove the battery pack.

  • Page 25: Using The Battery Pack

    Using the Battery Pack Before you use your Notebook PC on the road, you will have to charge the battery pack. The battery pack begins to charge as soon as the Notebook PC is connected to external power. Fully charge the battery pack before using it for the first time.

  • Page 26: Power Connection

    Getting Started Power Connection Your Notebook PC comes with a universal AC-DC adapter. That means that you may connect the power cord to any 110V-120V as well as 220V-240V outlets without setting switches or using power converters. Different countries may require that an adapter be used to connect the provided US-stan- dard AC power cord to a different standard.

  • Page 27: Powering On The Notebook Pc

    Powering ON The Notebook PC The Notebook PC’s power-ON message appears on the screen followed by a short beep when you turn it ON. If necessary, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. If you need to run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup.

  • Page 28: Power Management - Stand By & Hibernate

    Getting Started Power Management - Stand By & Hibernate Power management settings can be found in the Windows control panel. The following shows the power options properties in Windows ME. You can define Stand By or Power Off for closing the display panel, pressing the power button, or activating sleep mode.

  • Page 29: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC’s keyboard. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with a colored command. NOTE: The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same.

  • Page 30: Instant Launch Keys And Status Indicators

    Getting Started Instant Launch Keys and Status Indicators Instant Launch Keys Email Launch Key Pressing this button will launch your Email application. If your Notebook PC is OFF while pressing this button, this function will first turn ON your Notebook PC. Internet Launch Key Pressing this button will launch your Internet browser application.

  • Page 31: Status Indicators

    Status Indicators Power Indicator The green LED lights to indicate that the Notebook PC is turned ON and blink when the Notebook PC is in the Suspend-to-RAM (Standby) mode. This LED is OFF when the Notebook PC is OFF or in the Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mode.

  • Page 32: Microsoft Windows™ Keys

    Getting Started Microsoft Windows™ Keys There are two special Windows™ keys on the keyboard as described below. The key with the Windows™ Logo activates the Start menu located at the bottom left of the Windows™ desktop. The other key, that looks like a Windows™ menu with a small cursor, activates the proper- ties menu and is equivalent to pressing the right mouse button on a Windows™...

  • Page 33: Keyboard As Cursors

    Keyboard as Cursors The keyboard can be used as cursors while Number Lock is ON or OFF in order to increase navigation ease while entering numeric data in spreadsheets or similar applications. With Number Lock OFF, press up, [Fn][K] for down, [Fn][U] for left, and [Fn][O] for right. With Number Lock ON, use [Shift] and one of the cursor keys shown below.

  • Page 35: Using The Notebook Pc

    4. Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device USB Floppy Disk Drive (optional) Optional External Connections PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket Modem and Network Connections IR Wireless Communication AC Power System Battery Power System Power Management Modes System Memory Expansion Hard Disk Drive Processor &...

  • Page 36: Pointing Device

    Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device The Notebook PC’s integrated touchpad pointing de- vice is fully compatible with all two/three-button and scrolling knob PS/2 mice. The touchpad is pressure sensitive and contains no moving parts; therefore, me- chanical failures can be avoided. A device driver is still required for working with some application software.
  • Page 37 Using the Notebook PC Clicking/Tapping - With the cursor over an item, press the left button or use your fingertip to touch the touchpad lightly, keeping your finger on the touchpad until the item is selected. The selected item will change color.

  • Page 38: Caring For The Touchpad

    Using the Notebook PC Dragging - Dragging means to pick up an item and place it anywhere on the screen you wish. You can move the cursor over the item you select, and while keeping the left button depressed, moving the cursor to the desired location, then release the button.

  • Page 39: Floppy Disk Drive Module (Included)

    Floppy Disk Drive Module (Optional) For an All-In-One configuration, use a floppy disk module connected to the parallel port using the provided cable. This is the same floppy disk module that fits in the Notebook PC’s internal module drive bay. NOTE: The floppy disk drive module does not support plug and play, you must shut down the Notebook PC when connecting or disconnecting the floppy disk drive mod- ule either from the parallel port or from the module drive bay.

  • Page 40: Laser Safety

    Using the Notebook PC Inserting an optical disc 1. While the Notebook PC’s power is ON, press the drive’s eject button and the tray will eject out partially. 3. Hold the disc by the edge and face the disc’s printed side up. Push down on both sides of the disc’s center until the disc snaps onto the hub.

  • Page 41: Using The Cd-Rom Drive

    Using the CD-ROM Drive CD-ROM discs and equipment must be handled with care because of the precise mechanics involved. Keep in mind the important safety instructions from your CD suppliers. Unlike desktop CD-ROM drives, the Notebook PC uses a hub to hold the CD in place regardless of the angle. When inserting a CD, it is important that the CD be pressed onto the center hub or else the CD-ROM drive tray will scratch the CD.

  • Page 42: Regional Playback Information

    Using the Notebook PC Regional Playback Information Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video, digital AC3 audio and decryption of CSS protected content. CSS (sometimes called copy guard) is the name given to the content protection scheme adopted by the motion picture industry to satisfy a need to protect against unlawful content duplication.

  • Page 43: Listening To Audio Cd

    Using the Notebook PC Using a CD A CD drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a CD disc in the drive. After the CD is properly inserted, data can be accessed just like with hard disk drives; except that nothing can be written to or changed on the CD.

  • Page 44: Optional External Connections

    Using the Notebook PC Optional External Connections Monitor Out Connection Connecting an external monitor is just like on a stan- dard desktop PC. Just plug in the VGA cable and its ready to use (some Notebook PC configurations may require additional display driver settings). You can view the Notebook PC display panel while simultaneously allowing others to view the external monitor.

  • Page 45: Optional External Connections

    Using the Notebook PC Optional External Connections TV-Out Example The TV-out connector provides output to standard video devices that do not support the personal com- puter 15-pin RS-232 interface. The TV-out can be used with the S-Video interface (cable not included) or RCA interface (with the provided adapter).

  • Page 46: Pc Card (Pcmcia) Socket

    Using the Notebook PC PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket The Notebook PC supports PC Cards (or sometimes referred to as PCMCIA cards) to allow expansion like PCI cards on desktop computers. This allows you to customize your Notebook PC to meet a wide range of application needs.

  • Page 47: Removing A Pc Card (Pcmcia)

    Inserting a PC Card (PCMCIA) 1. Insert the PC card with the connector side first. When the PC card is fully inserted, the PC card bay door can close normally with- out striking the PC card. Be sure the PC card is level when inserting.

  • Page 48: Modem And Network Connections

    Using the Notebook PC Modem and Network Connections The built-in modem and network model comes with both an RJ-11 and an RJ-45 port. RJ-11 telephone cables have two or four wires and are used to connect telephones to telephone outlets found in the walls of residential homes and some commercial buildings (some commercial buildings may have telephone wir- ing designed for dedicated phone systems that may not be compatible).

  • Page 49: Network Connection

    Using the Notebook PC Network Connection Connect a network cable, with RJ-45 connectors on each end, to the modem/network port on the Note- book PC and the other end to a hub or switch. For 100BASE-TX speeds, your network cable must be category 5 (not category 3) with twisted-pair wiring.

  • Page 50: Ir Wireless Communication

    Using the Notebook PC IR Wireless Communication The Notebook PC is equipped with a conveniently located Infrared (IR) Communication Port (see for location). The IR port comes with IrDA (Infrared Data Association) Serial Knowing the Parts Infrared Data Link Version 1.1 compliance, that allows you to perform point-to-point wireless commu- nications.
  • Page 51 CAUTION! Disable the infrared communication when you are not using the IR for long periods because the IR consumes a great deal of Windows resources which will de- crease the Notebook PC’s performance. AC Power System The Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system. The power adapter converts AC power from a wall outlet to the DC power required by the Notebook PC.

  • Page 52: Using Battery Power

    Using the Notebook PC Using Battery Power A fully-charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours of working power. But the actual figure varies depending on how you use the power saving features, your general work habits, the CPU, system memory size, and the size of the display panel.

  • Page 53: Power Management Modes

    Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). You can control some of these fea- tures through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. ACPI power management settings are made through the operating system.

  • Page 54: Thermal Power Control

    Using the Notebook PC Power Savings In addition to reducing the CPU clock, this mode puts devices including the LCD backlight in their lower active state. The Notebook PC enters Standby mode (low priority) when the system remains idle for a specified amount of time. The timeout can be set through BIOS setup (lower priority) and Win- dows power management (higher priority).

  • Page 55: System Memory Expansion

    System Memory Expansion Additional memory is optional and not required to use the Notebook PC. Additional memory will increase application performance by de- creasing hard disk access. This is more noticeable on newer software that require more and more system resources. The Notebook PC comes with some built-in memory.
  • Page 56 Using the Notebook PC Tip: You can use a USB keyboard with a hub to allow easy connection of a USB mouse or other USB devices to the keyboard. This allows you to use only a single connection to the Notebook PC. External Keyboard Connection To allow easier data entry, you may connect any PS/ 2 keyboard as shown here.

  • Page 57: Vehicle/Air & Vehicle-Only Power Adapters (Optional)

    Vehicle/Air & Vehicle-Only Power Adapters (Optional) The main purpose of the vehicle/air or vehicle-only power adapters is to provide a source of power for using the Notebook PC and/or charging the Notebook PC’s battery from while in transit when no AC power is available.

  • Page 58: Securing Your Notebook Pc (Optional)

    Using the Notebook PC Securing Your Notebook PC (Optional) For system and hard disk drive security, see BIOS setup “Security”. A third party lock such as the ones ® by Kensington can be used to secure your Notebook PC physically to an unmovable object. The cable ®...

  • Page 59: Configuring The Bios

    5. Configuring the BIOS BIOS Setup Program Main Menu Primary Master Secondary Master Advanced Menu I/O Device Configuration Security Menu Power Menu Boot Menu Exit Menu...

  • Page 60: Bios Setup Program

    Configuring the BIOS BIOS Setup Program This Notebook PC supports a programmable EEPROM that stores the BIOS software and can be up- dated using the provided flash memory writer utility. This Section will guide you through the BIOS setup program by providing clear explanations for all the options. A default configuration has already been set.

  • Page 61: Updating Your Bios

    Updating your BIOS This Notebook PC supports an easy-to-use BIOS update software called “WINFLASH” which is in- stalled through the provided support CD. If you need help installing or using “WINFLASH”, refer to the “Driver & Utility Manual”. BIOS Menu Bar The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections: MAIN Use this menu to make changes to the basic system configuration.

  • Page 62: General Help

    Configuring the BIOS General Help In addition to the Item Specific Help window, the BIOS setup program also provides a General Help screen. This screen can be called up from any menu by simply pressing [F1] or the [Alt] + [H] combi- nation.

  • Page 63: Main Menu

    Main Menu When the Setup program is accessed, the main menu screen appears as shown: System Time System Date Primary Master Secondary Slave Secondary Master Secondary Slave Installed Memory Video Frame Buffer Size NOTE: In the following BIOS item descriptions, the item headings in square brackets represent the default settings for those fields.
  • Page 64 Configuring the BIOS Installed Memory [128 MB] (display field) This field displays the amount of extended memory as detected by the system. Unfortunately, this will not tell you how much is onboard and how much is added to the SO-DIMM socket. You must visually inspect the SO-DIMM socket if you are considering expanding your memory.

  • Page 65: Primary Master (Sub-Menu)

    Primary Master (sub-menu) This field is used to configure the primary IDE drive installed in the system. To configure a hard disk drive, select this sub-menu from the Main menu and press the Enter key to enter this sub-menu. Primary Master Type: Cylinders Heads...

  • Page 66: Ultra Dma Mode

    Configuring the BIOS Cylinders [ This field configures the number of cylinders. Refer to your drive documentation to determine the correct value to enter into this field. NOTE: To make changes to this field, the Type field must be set to User Type HDD and “Translation Method”...

  • Page 67: Secondary Master (Sub-Menus)

    Secondary Master (sub-menus) This field is used to configure the secondary IDE drive installed in the system. To configure a hard disk drive, select this sub-menu from the Main menu and press the Enter key to enter this sub-menu. The fields and options on this sub-menu are the same as the previous menu described earlier. Leave on the default setting of Auto.

  • Page 68: Advanced Menu

    Configuring the BIOS Advanced Menu Selecting Advanced from the main menu bar display the Advanced menu as shown below. I/O Device Configuration LCD Expansion Internal Pointing Device Processor Serial Number Quick Power On Self Test PC Beep Sound Volume CD/DVDROM Resuming Wait TV Type Select >I/O Device Configuration (described on next page) Pressing [Enter] when this field is highlighted calls up a sub-menu for configuring the Notebook PC’s...
  • Page 69 Configuring the BIOS Processor Serial Number [Enabled] (only shows on PIII CPU) The Processor Serial Number is a unique number that is added to every Pentium III processor to help verify the identity of the user across the Internet. Set this field to [Enabled] when you need increased security for doing business online or e-commerce.

  • Page 70: I/O Device Configuration (Sub-Menu)

    Configuring the BIOS I/O Device Configuration (sub-menu) Onboard Parallel Port: Parallel Port Mode: ECP DMA Select: NOTE: The presence of sub-items in this menu is dependent on certain relevant settings. WARNING! Changing the default address and IRQ settings for Serial Port or Parallel Port can cause conflicts with other system devices or installed peripherals.
  • Page 71 ECP DMA Select: [3] The DMA select field allows you to configure the Parallel port DMA channel for the selected ECP mode. NOTE: This field is only available when the Parallel port “mode” is set to ECP. The con- figuration options are: [1] [3] NOTE: After using the legend keys to make your selections for the I/O Device Con- figuration sub-menu, press the [Esc] key to exit back to the Advanced menu.

  • Page 72: Security Menu

    Configuring the BIOS Security Menu The Notebook PC’s advanced system of security allows you to set a password to prevent unauthorized access to system resources, data, and the BIOS Setup Program. This Section covers each parameter of the Security Setup. Selecting Security from the menu bar displays the following menu: System Password Password on boot Hard disk Password...
  • Page 73 System Password [Enter] The system password protects the BIOS settings. When “Enabled”, you will be prompted for a pass- word after you press [F2] to enter BIOS setup. To Enable: Select “Enter” and press [Enter], type a password and press [Enter], type the same pass- word again and press [Enter] to confirm.

  • Page 74: Power Menu

    Configuring the BIOS Power Menu The power management settings are controlled by the operating system. This menu only has one func- tion as follows: Power Management: CPU Auto Power Saving LCD Auto Power Saving Start Battery Refreshing Power Management [User Define] This option must be enabled to use any of the automatic power saving features.

  • Page 75: Start Battery Refreshing

    Configuring the BIOS LCD Auto Power Saving [Enabled] Enabling this item will decrease the LCD brightness when the AC power is not connected in order to conserve battery power. The configuration options are: [Disabled] [Enabled]. Start Battery Refreshing This function will start a software program to remove memory effects in the battery and recalibrate the battery gauge.

  • Page 76: Boot Menu

    Configuring the BIOS Boot Menu The Boot menu allows the user to specify the order in which the Notebook PC is to check for a device to boot the system. To make changes, select Boot from the menu bar and the following screen appears: 1.

  • Page 77: Exit Menu

    Exit Menu Once you have made all of your selections from the various menus in the Setup program, you should save your changes and exit Setup. Select Exit from the menu bar to display the following menu: Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes...

  • Page 78: Load Setup Defaults

    Configuring the BIOS Load Setup Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When this option is selected or if [F9] is pressed, a confirmation is requested. Select Yes to load default values programmed into the BIOS file (the default values may change from one BIOS version to another).
  • Page 79 APPENDIX Appendix Internal Modem Compliancy Glossary Index Owner Information...

  • Page 80: Internal Modem Compliancy

    Appendix Internal Modem Compliancy Protocols and Compliancy The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiwan), and CTR21. The internal modem has been approved in accordance with Council Decision 98/ 482/EC for pan-European single terminal connection to the public switched telephone network (PSTN). However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries, the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point.
  • Page 81 This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard. Country Applied Austria Belgium Czech Republic Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Iceland Ireland Italy Pending Israel Lichtenstein Luxemburg The Netherlands Norway Poland Portugal Spain Sweden Switzerland United Kingdom This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http://www.cetecom.de/technologies/ctr_21.html National requirements will apply only if the equipment may use pulse dialling (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which would...

  • Page 82: Glossary

    Appendix Glossary ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface) Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers. APM (Advanced Power Management) Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers. AWG (American Wire Gauge) Gauge Diam Area (mm) (mm2) (ohm/km) (mA) 0.04 0.0013 13700...
  • Page 83 Appendix BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) BIOS is a set of routines that affect how the computer transfers data between computer components, such as memory, disks, and the display adapter. The BIOS instructions are built into the computer’s read-only memory. BIOS parameters can be configured by the user through the BIOS Setup program. The BIOS can be updated using the provided utility to copy a new BIOS file into the EEPROM.
  • Page 84 Appendix IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) IDE devices integrate the drive control circuitry directly on the drive itself, eliminating the need for a separate adapter card (in the case for SCSI devices). UltraDMA/66 or 100 IDE devices can achieve up to 33MB/Sec transfer. IEEE1394 Also known as iLINK (Sony) or FireWire (Apple).
  • Page 85 Appendix POST (Power On Self Test) When you turn on the computer, it will first run through the POST, a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests. The POST checks system memory, the motherboard circuitry, the display, the key- board, the diskette drive, and other I/O devices. PS/2 Port PS/2 ports are based on IBM Micro Channel Architecture.
  • Page 86 Appendix...

  • Page 87: Index

    Index AC Power System 50 APM and ACPI 53 Battery Pack 24 Battery Power System 50 BIOS Advanced Menu 68 BIOS Legend Bar 61 BIOS Menu Bar 61 BIOS Setup Program 60 Boot Menu 76 Boot Sequence 76 Cylinders 66 Discard Changes 78 Exit Discarding Changes 77 Exit Menu 77...
  • Page 88 Appendix Keyboard 15 Laser Safety 40 Macrovision Notice 3 Microphone Jack 22 Microsoft Windows™ Keys 32 Modem and Network Connections 48 Modem Port 20 Monitor Out Connection 44 Mouse or Keyboard Connection 56 Network Connection 49 Nordic Cautions 3 Numeric Keypad, alternate 32 Owner Information 90 Parallel Port 20 PC Card (PCMCIA) Sockets 46...
  • Page 89 Appendix...

  • Page 90: Owner Information

    Appendix Owner Information This page is provided for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference or for technical support. Keep this User’s Manual in a secured location if passwords are filled out. Owner’s Name:________________________ Owner’s Telephone:___________________ Manufacturer:____________________________________ Model:___________________ Retailer:_____________________________________ Telephone:___________________ Display Size:______Purchase Date:___________ Serial Number:___________________ Hard Disk Drive Manufacturer:____________________ Capacity:___________________...

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