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P/N MAS001602-00, TransPort LT,
BGJ, 01-20-2000
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  • Page 1: User's Guide

    User’s Guide TransPort LT User’s Guide Copyright Notice P/N MAS001602-00, TransPort LT, BGJ, 01-20-2000 The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve reliability, design, and function and does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer.
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introducing Your TransPort LT... 17 TransPort LT Features... 17 Using Your Computer for the First Time ... 19 Connecting the AC Adapter... 19 Turning on the TransPort LT ... 20 Understanding POST... 21 Adjusting the LCD Display... 22 Turning Off Your Computer ... 22 APM Mode...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Using Options ... 63 AC Adapter ... 63 Auto Adapter ... 63 Battery Pack ... 64 Memory Modules... 64 Before You Install Memory ... 64 Installing a Memory Module... 65 CD-ROM Drive ... 67 DVD-ROM Drive Module ... 67 Secondary Battery ...
  • Page 5 Table of Contents Creating Bootable Partitions... 121 To Create a Partition ... 122 Scenarios ... 125 Deleting Partitions ... 125 Changing Partition Labels ... 126 Formatting Partitions ... 127 Converting FAT to FAT32 ... 128 Converting FAT to NTFS ... 128 Drive Copy...
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  • Page 7: Chapter 1 - Welcome

    The purpose of this manual is to help you enjoy all the features the TransPort LT offers and information to help you operate and setup the computer for optimal performance.
  • Page 8 Using Options: This section provides an overview to numerous options with which you can increase the uses for your TransPort LT. If you have purchased accessories, refer to this chapter for instruction, if not, you may want to find out what kinds of options you have with your TransPort LT.

  • Page 9: Manual Conventions

    Welcome Manual Conventions AUTION ARNING Special Text Manual Comments The following conventions are used throughout this manual: Notes: Important information and useful tips concerning the operation of your computer. Caution: Failure to follow directions could result in loss of data or damage to equipment.
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  • Page 11: Chapter 2 - Getting Started

    Whether you are new to using a notebook computer or are an experienced user, this user manual can help you get the most from your computer. The TransPort LT comes securely packaged in a sturdy shipping carton. Open the box and carefully remove the contents. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact Micron Electronics immediately.

  • Page 12: Personal Inventory

    Getting Started Personal Inventory System Information This TransPort LT computer system is designed for years of productive and pleasurable computing. Use this section to keep notes about details of your purchase. Update this section when you add new options. Please record your computer’s operating information. If you should require...

  • Page 13: Heat, Cold, Humidity, And Glare

    It will help shield your computer from lightning strikes, surges, shorts, and other electrical hazards. Your TransPort LT generally will run well in conditions you are comfortable in. But extremes of temperature and humidity can be challenging to your system’s parts.
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  • Page 15: Operating Environment

    Getting Started Operating Environment You can use your computer under a wide range of environmental conditions. However, to ensure long use and continued high performance, consider the following factors when setting up your computer: • Set the computer on a flat, stable surface. To prevent damage to the computer’s hard disk drive avoid using the computer where it will be exposed to strong vibration.
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  • Page 17: Chapter 3 - Introducing Your Transport Lt

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Chapter 3 - Introducing Your TransPort LT TransPort LT Features Your computer is a lightweight portable computer that includes features to meet your computing needs at home or on the road. Figure 1, Figure 2, and Figure 3 illustrate the features of your computer.
  • Page 18 Introducing Your TransPort LT Modem jack (Optional) Figure 2. Bottom View of Computer Power Line-in Connector PS/2™ mouse and keyboard port Microphone Headphone LAN port jack jack (Optional) Figure 3. Back View of Computer TransPort LT Features Hard drive compartment...

  • Page 19: Using Your Computer For The First Time

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Using Your Computer for the First Time Connecting the AC Adapter This section gives you detailed information on using your computer for the first time. Your computer runs on power from the battery in the computer or from an electrical outlet.

  • Page 20: Turning On The Transport Lt

    AUTION Turning on the TransPort LT The best kind of AC power source to connect your TransPort LT to is a UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply). If you do not have an UPS, use a power strip with a built-in surge protector. Do not use inferior extension cords as this may result in damage to your TransPort LT.

  • Page 21: Understanding Post

    ARNING Understanding POST Never turn off or reset your TransPort LT while the hard disk or floppy disk is in use and the FDD and/or HDD status icon is lit; doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data. Always wait at least five seconds after turning off your TransPort LT before turning it back on.

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Lcd Display

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Adjusting the LCD Display Turning Off Your Computer APM Mode Restarting Your Computer Support (1.888.FIXMYPC or 1.888.349.6972). (See ”Troubleshooting” on page 139.) You may wish to adjust the LCD (Liquid-Crystal Display) when you begin using your computer. A TFT (Thin-Film Transistor) LCD does not require adjustment for contrast because the contrast is set to remain at maximum.

  • Page 23: Tips For Using Your Computer

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Tips for Using Your Computer AUTION prompts you to save your files, turns off the computer, and then restarts the computer. A cold boot turns off the computer without saving your files. To perform a warm (or soft) boot: 1.

  • Page 24: Traveling With Your Computer

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Traveling with Your Computer sure the fan vent on the right side of your computer is not blocked when you use the computer. (See Figure 1 on page 17 and Figure 2 on page 18 for the location of the vent.) Occasionally check the vents and remove any accumulated dust on the outside.

  • Page 25: Handling Spills

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Handling Spills Storing the Computer for Long Periods Using the Keyboard Do not spill anything on your computer. The best way to avoid spills is to avoid eating and drinking around your computer. If you do spill something on your computer, turn off your computer, unplug it immediately, and do the following: •...
  • Page 26 Introducing Your TransPort LT Function and Special Purpose Hotkeys Function Key Alphanumeric Keys Figure 6. Keyboard Although the layout of the keys on your computer’s keyboard is different from that of a desktop computer’s keyboard, the keyboard feels like a full-sized keyboard when you use it.

  • Page 27: Using The Embedded Numeric Keypad

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad Using Special Function Keys Your keyboard includes a numeric keypad, which is a group of keys that you can set to type numbers and mathematical symbols, such as the plus sign (Figure 7).

  • Page 28: Using The Touchpad

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Touchpad [Fn+F4] Standby: Puts the computer into standby mode. To resume normal operation from standby, press the power button. KeyLock: Locks the keyboard and activates password protection. [Fn+F5] Type your password and press [Enter] to unlock the keyboard.

  • Page 29: Reading The System Status Lights

    Mouse properties in the Control Panel. For information on attaching and using another pointing device or keyboard with your Transport LT, see “Connecting Peripheral Devices” on page 31. System Status lights show the status of computer functions. The lights appear on the left edge of the computer and left side of the power button (Figure 9).
  • Page 30 Introducing Your TransPort LT Table 3 describes the meaning of the lights. TABLE 3. System Status Lights Icon Function of Light E-mail : Light is on when e-mail arrives. To enable this function, you need to register your E-mail Account in the Register E-mail Account window.

  • Page 31: Connecting Peripheral Devices

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Connecting Peripheral Devices AUTION The connectors on your computer enable you to attach peripheral devices to the computer (Figure 10). Turn off your computer before you connect a peripheral device. Connecting a peripheral device with your computer turned on may seriously damage the device or your computer and may void the warranty.
  • Page 32 Introducing Your TransPort LT Table 4 shows the icons located near each connector and describes the devices that you can attach to the connectors. TABLE 4. Connecting Peripheral Devices Icon Connector PS/2 (Personal System/2) mouse and keyboard port: Connect a PS/2-compatible mouse or external keyboard or keypad to this port.

  • Page 33: Using The Flex-Bay

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Flex-Bay Parallel port: Plug a parallel device, such as a parallel printer or network adapter, into this 25-pin port. Video port: Plug the interface cable of an external monitor into this 15-pin connector and then plug the monitor power cord into a grounded outlet.

  • Page 34: To Remove A Device From The Flex-Bay

    Introducing Your TransPort LT AUTION To Remove a Device from the Flex- To Install a Device in the Flex-Bay Using the SmartBay Utility If your Operating System is Windows 98, you can use the SmartBay Utility to hot-swap the devices. If you do not use Windows 98, make sure that the computer’s power is off before you remove or install any devices.

  • Page 35: Using The Floppy Drive

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Floppy Drive To start the SmartBay utility: 1. Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar. 2. Select SmartBay Hotswap Utility . To remove a device: 1. Open the SmartBay Hotswap Utility. 2. Select Remove Device and click OK.
  • Page 36 Introducing Your TransPort LT AUTION AUTION The external USB FDD Drive is recognized as the last drive. For example, the drive letter will be E: in case the CD-ROM drive is installed into Flex Bay. To use the floppy drive and the CD-ROM at the same time, install the CD-ROM drive in the Flex-Bay.

  • Page 37: Using The Cd-Rom Drive

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the CD-ROM Drive AUTION • Do not write directly on a label on your disk; instead, write on a disk label first and then attach the label to the disk. • Make copies of all your important disks.
  • Page 38 C and D and the CD-ROM drive is drive E. Your Transport LT comes from the factory with the CD/DVD set as R:\. Do not place reflective objects in the disc slot because of possible hazardous laser emissions.

  • Page 39: Using The Hard Drive

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Hard Drive AUTION To remove the CD: 1. Click the CD Player button on the Windows task bar to open the CD Player window (Figure 14). Figure 14. CD Player Window 2. Click the Stop button in the CD Player window.

  • Page 40: Removing The Hard Drive

    Introducing Your TransPort LT AUTION Removing the Hard Drive AUTION Although Windows 98 can work with FAT-16 or FAT-32 (a 32-bit file allocation table), your computer has been supplied with FAT-32. Older software that you may have (16-bit software) may require FAT-16 to run. Similarly, Windows NT 4.0 can use FAT-16 or NTFS (the Windows NT file system).

  • Page 41: Installing A Hard Drive

    5. Format your drive and reinstall your files. See ”MCRC (Micron Customer Resource Center)” on page 99 for instructions on re-installing the Operating System and drivers for your Transport LT notebook computer. Your computer uses a smart rechargeable Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery pack for power when the AC adapter is not attached to an electrical outlet.

  • Page 42: Safely Using The Battery

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Safely Using the Battery Removing the Battery When you use a new battery pack for the first time or use a battery after a long period of storage, the initial battery life is shorter than normal. Normal battery life resumes after a few discharge-recharge cycles.

  • Page 43: Installing The Battery

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Installing the Battery AUTION Monitoring the Battery Charge 2. Close the LCD panel, and turn the computer over so that the bottom of the unit faces up. 3. Push down the battery latch and hold it, then pull the battery pack from the computer.

  • Page 44: Using The Battery Gauge

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Battery Gauge Using PowerProfiler to Monitor the Battery You can monitor the charge of the battery pack installed in your computer through the battery gauge. Press [Fn+F2] to display the battery gauge on the LCD. You can display the battery gauge while you are in any program.

  • Page 45: Battery Warnings

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Battery Warnings To set battery monitoring options in PowerProfiler: 1. Double-click the PowerProfiler battery icon to open the software. 2. Click the Battery tab. 3. Set options under Battery Status and Alarm Settings. For more information on PowerProfiler, see the Help option in the PowerProfiler software.

  • Page 46: Using The Modem

    All TransPort LT notebooks ship with an internal modem installed. The combination Modem/NIC is optional. The Transport LT Modem with a PCI interface does not support DOS mode. You can use DOS box in Windows 98 instead of pure DOS mode.

  • Page 47: Description Of 56K

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Description of 56K Figure 18. Modem Properties Dialog Box 5. Click OK to close the dialog box. 6. Click OK to close Modem Properties dialog box. There are different standards regarding 56K technology. • K56Flex Technology developed by Rockwell Semiconductor Systems and Lucent Technologies •...

  • Page 48: Modem Specifications

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Modem Specifications 1. Due to FCC limitations, speeds of 53kbps are the maximum permissible transmit power levels during download transmissions. Actual data speeds will vary depending on line conditions. 2. In order to use the 56K feature, be sure to check if the standards supported by the on-line service provider and the modem are identical.

  • Page 49: Installing The Modem Driver In Windows 95/98

    Installing the Modem Driver in Windows 95/98 You can install the modem drive as shown in the following instructions. Refer to the MRestore CD that comes with your Transport LT for Modem installation instructions for your Operating System. The Transport LT Modem includes the basic commands used by the Smart Modem of the Hayes Corporation.

  • Page 50: Using At Commands

    Introducing Your TransPort LT AUTION AUTION Using AT commands Installing the Modem Driver in Windows 95/98 Command Mode If you turn on your computer and start communication by a communication program, you can see a prompt on the terminal screen. Under such conditions, you can use AT commands like calling, etc.

  • Page 51: Basic At Commands

    Introducing Your TransPort LT Basic AT Commands Installing the Modem Driver in Windows 95/98 Display the result value After entering AT commands, the result value is displayed on the screen. The result value can be displayed during communication. Generally, the result will be OK.
  • Page 52 Introducing Your TransPort LT Installing the Modem Driver in Windows 95/98 Enables always Enables until carrier has been detected after connection ATS0=nSets S0 register value (n range: 0~255). Sets the number of incoming ring signals before answering. The Modem responds after as many incoming rings as specified in n value.

  • Page 53: Chapter 4 - Video Features And Configuration

    Video Features and Configuration Chapter 4 - Video Features and Configuration Resolution and Color Depth Your computer includes a TFT LCD or active-matrix display. The capabilities of the screen plus the video drivers installed on the computer determine the quality of the image your LCD can display.

  • Page 54: Configuring Display Features

    Video Features and Configuration Configuring Display Features Selecting a Monitor Type TABLE 6. Video Driver Capabilities Software Resolution Supported with 4MB(8MB) SGRAM Drivers Windows 98 640x480, 720x480, 800x600, 848x480, 1024x768, 1152x864, 1280x1024, 1600x1200 640x480, 720x480, 800x600, 848x480, 1024x768, 1152x864, 1280x1024, 1600x1200 640x480, 720x480, 800x600, 848x480, 1024x768, 1152x864, 1280x1024, (1600x1200) 640x480, 720x480, 800x600, 848x480, 1024x768,...

  • Page 55: Changing Color Depth And Resolution

    Video Features and Configuration Changing Color Depth and Resolution 4. Double-click the Display icon. The Display Properties window appears. 5. Click the Settings tab. The Settings screen appears. 6. Click the Advanced button. The Advanced Properties screen appears. 7. Click the Monitor tab. 8.

  • Page 56: Changing The Video Driver

    Video Features and Configuration Changing the Video Driver Windows 98: 5. Click the Settings tab. The Settings screen appears. Figure 19. Display properties in Windows NT 4.0 6. To change the color depth, click the arrow next to Color palette and select the color depth you want.
  • Page 57 Video Features and Configuration Windows NT 4.0: 5. Click the Change button. The Update Device Driver Wizard window appears. 6. Click the Next button. 7. Select Display a list of all the drivers in a specific location , so you can select the driver you want.

  • Page 58: Working With Pc Cards

    Video Features and Configuration Working with PC Cards A line similar to the following line appears under the Display option: ATI 3D RAGE Mobility . 8. Click OK. The Third-Party Drivers warning window appears. 9. Click Yes. The driver is copied. A window appears informing you the driver has been successfully copied.

  • Page 59: Maintaining Pc Cards

    Video Features and Configuration Maintaining PC Cards Using PC Cards video and audio systems without going through the microprocessor. Video conferencing and real-time multimedia devices, such as video cameras, are supported by zoomed video. To use the CardBus and zoomed video technology with Windows NT, install the CardBus and zoomed video drivers provided with your PC Card.
  • Page 60 Video Features and Configuration Windows 98 Windows NT Figure 21. Inserting a PC Card Windows 98 automatically assigns computer resources (such as communication ports and memory addresses) to a PC Card installed in your computer. For further information on configuring a PC Card in Windows 98, see the index entry PC card in the Windows Help.
  • Page 61 Video Features and Configuration AUTION If CardWizard cannot automatically configure your PC Card, the computer beeps once and a message appears telling you that the card has not been configured. Click the Wizard button on the CardWizard window. CardWizard then analyzes why the card was not configured and fixes the problem or gives you information to help fix the problem.
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  • Page 63: Chapter 5 - Using Options

    Using Options Chapter 5 - Using Options AC Adapter Auto Adapter You can order the following options for your Notebook computer from your authorized reseller: • An extra AC adapter. • An auto adapter that enables you to charge the computer’s battery and operate the computer in an automobile.

  • Page 64: Battery Pack

    Using Options Battery Pack Memory Modules AUTION Before You Install Memory ARNING If the adapter is plugged in and the adapter light does not turn on: • Check the adapter connections. • If you are in an automobile, turn on the automobile’s ignition to supply power to the adapter.

  • Page 65: Installing A Memory Module

    Using Options Installing a Memory Module AUTION AUTION Take the following precautions when installing a memory module: • Before you remove the memory module compartment door, turn off the computer, unplug the power cord, and remove the battery. Also, disconnect any peripheral devices.
  • Page 66 Using Options a. Pull the tabs on the connector slot outward slightly, until the edge of the memory module pops up (Figure 23). Figure 23. Removing a Memory Module b. Hold the memory module by the edges and pull it forward out of the compartment.

  • Page 67: Cd-Rom Drive

    Using Options CD-ROM Drive DVD-ROM Drive Module Secondary Battery 8. Align the memory module compartment door with the compartment and push the door down until it snaps into place. 9. Reinstall the screw you removed in step 2. 10.Turn the computer on and perform a complete POST to check the memory integrity.

  • Page 68: Port Replicator

    Using Options Port Replicator Features of the Port Replicator Connect directly to the AC adapter. Figure 25. Secondary Battery Connecting the computer to peripheral devices on a regular basis has become quick and easy with the 100-pin Port Replicator. Eject button Figure 26.

  • Page 69: Installing A Port Replicator

    Using Options Installing a Port Replicator USB device Joystick/MIDI PS/2 Mouse Microphone Headphone Serial port PS/2 Keyboard Figure 27. Back view of the port replicator 1. Turn off your system and disconnect all the devices. 2. Adjust the connecting part of the system and the port replicator. Eject button Figure 28.

  • Page 70: Removing A Port Replicator

    Using Options AUTION AUTION Removing a Port Replicator The system power must be turned off before connection or disconnection of the port replicator from the system, or both devices could be damaged. While the TV is ON, do not press [Fn+LCD/CRT] key. Pressing [Fn+LCD/ CRT] key may cause malfunction on TV-Out.

  • Page 71: Chapter 6 - Drivers And System Resources

    Drivers and System Resources Chapter 6 - Drivers and System Resources Drivers IRQs This section provides basic information about drivers and system IRQs. A driver is a program that enables the Operating System to work with a hardware device. Your computer includes drivers for the audio, video, infrared, touchpad, keyboard, CD-ROM drive, hard drive, floppy drive, and PC Card controller.

  • Page 72: Service Pack 6A For Windows Nt 4.0

    Drivers and System Resources Service Pack 6A for Windows NT 4.0 ARNING Windows 98 Windows NT 4.0 Reserved Reserved CardBus/Modem CardBus/Modem Touchpad, PS/2 mouse Touchpad, PS/2 mouse Numeric data processor Numeric data processor IDE 1 (hard drive) IDE 1 (hard drive) IDE 2 (CD-ROM drive) IDE 2 (CD-ROM drive) In Windows 98, you can configure a device so that the device is disabled when...

  • Page 73: Installing The Lan Driver In Windows 98

    Drivers and System Resources Installing the LAN Driver in Windows 98 Refer to the MRestore CD that came with your Transport LT for LAN installation instructions specific to your Operating System. Installing the LAN Driver in Windows 98...
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  • Page 75: Chapter 7 - Using System Setup

    Using System Setup Chapter 7 - Using System Setup Starting System Setup The System Setup program enables you to configure your computer hardware and set security and power-savings options. The settings you choose are stored in the battery-maintained CMOS memory that saves the information even when the computer’s power is turned off.
  • Page 76 Using System Setup To open a menu, use the left or right arrow keys to select the menu name and press [Enter]. Table 9 lists the keys you can use to navigate through System Setup. TABLE 9. System Setup Navigation Keys Navigation Alternate Function...

  • Page 77: Main Menu

    Using System Setup Main Menu A pointer symbol appearing to the left of a field indicates that you can open a submenu from this field. A submenu contains additional options for a field. To open a submenu, highlight the field and press [Enter]. Use the same keys to enter values and move from field to field within submenus as you use within menus.
  • Page 78 Using System Setup AUTION TABLE 10. (Continued) Main Menu Feature Options Description Legacy Diskette 1.44 MB, 3 1/2 Specifies a drive type for floppy drive A. 1.44 MB, 3 1/2 inch ( default ) floppy disk can be used. inch Primary Master Primary Master Your computer can support two IDE drives.
  • Page 79 Using System Setup The Primary and Secondary Master fields calls up a submenu. The following fields are found in the submenu: TABLE 11. Primary and Secondary Master Fields Submenu Feature Option Description Type: Auto Configures the hard drive type. Normally, select Auto at this field to have your computer attempt to automatically User detect the drive type and set the values for the remaining...
  • Page 80 Using System Setup TABLE 11. (Continued) Primary and Secondary Master Fields Submenu Feature Option Description 32 Bit I/O: Enabled Enables or disables 32-Bit I/O (input/output). When Enabled, your hard drive can work with applications with Disabled 32-bit input and output. If the field is Disabled (default), your computer works with 16-bit input and output and has lower performance.

  • Page 81: Advanced Menu

    Using System Setup Advanced Menu Selecting Advanced from the menu bar displays the Advanced menu. TABLE 13. Advanced Menu Feature Option Description Installed O/S: Select the Operating System installed on your system which you will use most commonly. An incorrect setting can cause unexpected system behavior.
  • Page 82 Using System Setup The I/O Device Configuration submenu contains these fields: TABLE 14. I/O Device Configuration Submenu Feature Option Description Serial port: Enabled Configures serial port. The options for this field are Enabled (default), and Disabled. If you set this field to Disabled Enabled , you can set the Base I/O Address field to 3F8 IRQ4 (default), 2F8 IRQ3 , 3E8 IRQ4 , or 2E8 IRQ3.

  • Page 83: Security Menu

    Using System Setup Security Menu Selecting Security from the menu bar displays the Security menu. Your computer’s advanced security system allows you to set two different passwords to prevent unauthorized access to system resources, data, and System Setup. From the Security menu, you can enable a boot password, disk access, a system backup reminder, and a virus check reminder.

  • Page 84: Power Menu

    Using System Setup Power Menu ARNING TABLE 15. (Continued) Security Menu Feature Option Description Fixed disk boot Normal Enables you to write-protect the hard drive boot sector to sector:* protect against viruses and alterations. Only a user with Write Protect the supervisor password can access this field.
  • Page 85 Using System Setup TABLE 16. Power Menu Feature Option Description Power Maximum Enables and disables Maximum Performance mode. The options are Maximum Performance , Maximum Power Savings Performance Mode: Saving (default) , Customized and Disabled. If you set Maximum this field to Maximum Performance , the microprocessor Power and hard drive run at full speed, unless affected by other Saving...
  • Page 86 Using System Setup TABLE 16. (Continued) Power Menu Feature Option Description Suspend Save To RAM Specifies the type of rest mode your computer enters: Mode: Save To Disk • Save to RAM : Saves power by turning off the microprocessor and all devices except system memory and controller, and video memory and controller.

  • Page 87: Boot Menu

    Using System Setup Boot Menu TABLE 16. (Continued) Power Menu Feature Option Description Resume hh:mm:ss Specifies the time for your computer to automatically Time: resume from rest mode. Enter two-digit numbers to indicate the hour, minutes, and seconds in the format hh:mm:ss .

  • Page 88: Exit Menu

    Using System Setup Exit Menu If you want to start the system using a bootable CD, change the ATAPI CD-ROM Drive to be the first priority and make sure the Auto is set in the Type field of the Secondary Master Submenu at Main page, and also make sure that Enabled is set in the Bootable CD check field at Boot page.

  • Page 89: Chapter 8 - Using System Security

    Using System Security Chapter 8 - Using System Security System Passwords Creating a Password This section describes the security options provided with your computer. The computer provides two levels of password security: administrative-level (supervisor) and user-level (user). Either password prevents unauthorized access to the computer.

  • Page 90: Deleting A Password

    Using System Security Deleting a Password Requiring a Boot Password Locking the Hard Drive Boot Sector Locking the Floppy Drive To delete the password: 1. At startup, press [F2] to open System Setup. 2. When prompted type your password and press [Enter]. 3.

  • Page 91: Locking The Keyboard

    Using System Security Locking the Keyboard To enable the floppy lock, select the option Supervisor in the Lock Floppy field in System Setup. For more information about the Lock Floppy field, see “Security Menu” on page 83. The keyboard lock enables you to protect your system when you walk away from it for a time.
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  • Page 93: Chapter 9 - Using Power Management Options

    Using Power Management Options Chapter 9 - Using Power Management Options Maximum Power Saving Mode Standby Mode Your computer includes power-management options that can help the battery charge last longer and extend the life of the battery, LCD panel, and other components.

  • Page 94: Suspend Mode

    Using Power Management Options Suspend Mode Suspend Mode Precautions If you enable both standby and rest modes, your computer enters standby when the delay time you chose for standby has elapsed, and then enters rest mode when the delay time you chose for rest mode has elapsed. The Auto Suspend Timeout field in System Setup enables you to specify the time period the computer can remain idle (no user input or device activity) before the computer enters Suspend mode.

  • Page 95: Using Powerprofiler

    Using Power Management Options AUTION Using PowerProfiler • Save all open files before you press [Fn+F4] to manually place your computer into Suspend mode. • If you purchased a new hard drive, make sure that you create a save to disk partition equal to the amount of system memory plus the amount of video memory plus 2 MB, before you enable save to disk mode.
  • Page 96 Using Power Management Options • If you disable the Resume on Time field in System Setup, the same field in PowerProfiler is also automatically disabled. An easy way to work with these two fields is to set the resume time to 0 in System Setup and set the actual resume time that you desire in PowerProfiler.

  • Page 97: Chapter 10 - Creating A Save-To-Disk Partition

    Creating a Save-To-Disk Partition Chapter 10 - Creating a Save-To-Disk Partition The hard drive shipped in your computer has a save-to-disk partition in which data from system and video memory is stored during save-to-disk mode. The partition is the maximum size needed for your computer and supports system memory of 256 MB.
  • Page 98 Creating a Save-To-Disk Partition 1. Turn off the computer, remove your old hard drive, and insert the new one into your computer. (See ”Using the Hard Drive” on page 39 for instructions.) 2. Insert the PHDISK disk into the floppy drive and start your computer. 3.

  • Page 99: Chapter 11 - Software Utilities

    Software Utilities Chapter 11 - Software Utilities MRestore CD-ROM MCRC (Micron Customer Resource Center) PartitionMagic Drive Image 3.0 Included with your notebook computer is a CD-ROM titled MRestore. This CD is only functional on Micron systems with an approved Micron BIOS. Included on this CD-ROM are the following: •...
  • Page 100 Software Utilities compressible image of the entire hard drive or individual partition on a Jaz, Zip, secondary hard drive, or other removable media device. The image can then be restored from the source and used for complete Operating System application and data recovery.

  • Page 101: Drive Image Professional

    Software Utilities Drive Image Professional Drive Image System Requirements Creating Image Files If you want the absolute fastest way to clone workstations, a Drive Image Professional version is available for use on multiple PCs. For more information or for upgrades contact PowerQuest sales at 801-226-8977 or visit their web site at http:www.powerquest.com.
  • Page 102 Software Utilities 2. Before running Drive Image, use a disk utility program such as ScanDisk or Norton’s Disk Doctor to identify and repair any errors on your hard drive. NT users should run CHKDSK /F. 3. You may also choose to run a disk defragmenting utility to further optimize your hard drive.
  • Page 103 Software Utilities 6. Click Next. At any point prior to actual image file creation, you can click Back to return to the previous step and change your settings. 7. Select the source drive partition you wish to include in the image file, or click Select All to automatically select all partitions.
  • Page 104 Software Utilities hard drives, network drives, and removable media storage devices such as Jaz, Zip, MO, and SyQuest drives. Network drives must be visible as a drive letter. 10.(Optional) Type brief comments about your image file in the Image File Comments field.
  • Page 105 Software Utilities In general, compressed image files created with new versions of Drive Image are not compatible with earlier versions. 12.Click Next. Drive Image displays all the information you have entered to this point: • Source Drive • Source Partitions (partitions to be included in the image file are marked with an “X”) •...
  • Page 106 Software Utilities 14.Click Advanced Options to set such options as disabling file system error- checking or password-protecting your image file. 15.Click Finish to begin creating the image file. If you entered a name of a current file, Drive Image displays a message that < path and filename > already exists. You can replace the existing file or choose a new filename.

  • Page 107: Advanced Options

    Software Utilities Advanced Options Disable SmartSector Copying Verify Disk Writes The Create Image Advanced Options dialog box appears when you click Advanced Options at the Ready To Create Image File screen. Clear the Check for File System Errors check box if you want to disable file system error checking.

  • Page 108: Imageshield

    Software Utilities ImageShield Split Image File Into Multiple Files Restoring Image Files To password-protect your image file, click Password Protect Image File and type a password in the Password field. Record image file passwords and store them in a safe place. If you forget an image file’s password, you cannot restore the file.
  • Page 109 Software Utilities 3. In the Image File field, enter the path and filename of the image file you want to restore, or click Browse to select the path and image file. 4. Click Next. At any point prior to actual image file restore, you can click Back to return to the previous step and change your settings.
  • Page 110 Software Utilities 7. Click Next. If you have more than one hard drive, select the drive where you want to restore the image file. 8. Click Next. 9. Select an existing partition or free space (non-partitioned disk space). 10.If the destination partition or free space is not large enough to accommodate the partitions you wish to restore, or if you are restoring the image file to a larger drive and want to set a specific size for partitions rather than use the proportional resize option, you may want to resize the partitions.
  • Page 111 Software Utilities 11.Click Resize Source Partitions. The Resize Partitions window displays. The Selected Source Partitions group box displays the partitions you selected to restore. The Totals field displays the disk space for the source partitions. A formula box below the Totals field displays: •...
  • Page 112 Software Utilities 14.Click OK. Since partitions must end on a cylinder boundary, Drive Image rounds the New Size up to the next cylinder boundary. 15.Click Accept. Later, when you restore the image file, Drive Image resizes the partition. 16.Click Next. If you selected an existing partition as the destination, the following message appears.
  • Page 113 Software Utilities • Safe checks for bad sectors and enables DOS disk write verification. You can also enable the safe options independently using the Advanced Options button in Step 19 page 113. For example, if you want to enable DOS disk write verification but not check for bad sectors, you can use Advanced Options instead of clicking Safe mode in this dialog box.

  • Page 114: Resize Options

    Software Utilities Resize Options Advanced Options • Information about current partition (volume, type, size MB, used MB, free • Sub-process progress bar • Transfer rate for current partition • Total megabytes copied for current partition • Time elapsed • Estimated time remaining Upon completion, the message “Image was restored successfully”...

  • Page 115: Check For File System Errors

    Software Utilities Check for File System Errors Skip Bad Sector Check Verify Check Writes PartitionMagic Clear the Check for File System Errors check box to disable file system error checking. If you have already used a disk utility program such as ScanDisk to check your hard drive for errors, it is not necessary to have Drive Image check for file system errors.

  • Page 116: Partition Information

    Software Utilities Partition Information Partition Map Partition List In the PartitionMagic main window, the menu bar and a toolbar appear at the top of the window. The menu bar gives you access to all of PartitionMagic’s features, while the toolbar gives you quick access to commonly-used options. The partition area displays information about the selected hard disk’s partitions.

  • Page 117: Partitionmagic Help

    Software Utilities PartitionMagic Help ReadMe File Completing Tasks Manually Selecting a Hard Disk You can navigate PartitionMagic using the mouse or the keyboard. The partition size, used space, and free space values are displayed in megabytes. To navigate using a mouse, position the mouse pointer on the item you want to select and click the primary (usually the left) mouse button.

  • Page 118: Selecting A Partition

    Software Utilities Selecting a Partition Applying Changes to Your System To select a disk: • On the toolbar, click the arrow button to the right of the currently selected disk to open a drop-down list of all the disks on your system, and then click the disk you want to select.

  • Page 119: Changing Partitionmagic Preferences

    Software Utilities Changing PartitionMagic Preferences Ignore OS/2 EA Errors on FAT You can tell when changes have been made but not yet applied to your system when: (1) the Apply option appears in the main window, and (2) the status box in the lower right corner of the main window indicates that operations are pending.

  • Page 120: Skip Bad Sector Checks

    Software Utilities ARNING Skip Bad Sector Checks ARNING Set as Read-Only for PartitionMagic If OS/2 is on your computer, do not enable this preference. Data loss could occur because problems might go undetected. To enable or disable this preference: 1. In the main window, click General > Preferences. 2.

  • Page 121: Creating Partitions

    Software Utilities Creating Partitions Creating Bootable Partitions 1. In the main window, click General > Preferences. 2. In the Set as Read-Only for PartitionMagic box, click the box next to the disk(s) you want enabled or disabled. 3. Click OK. The Create operation lets you create primary partitions, extended partitions, and logical partitions.

  • Page 122: To Create A Partition

    Software Utilities ARNING To Create a Partition TABLE 20. Bootable Partitions Operation Boots from Supported System Primary or Logical Partition Types DOS 6.22 Primary and earlier Windows 95 Primary FAT or FAT32** 8 GB Windows 98 Primary FAT or FAT32 Windows NT Primary* FAT or NTFS Linux...
  • Page 123 Software Utilities 2. On the partition map or in the partition list, select a block of free space.If no free space exists, you must resize or delete an existing partition to create free space. 3. On the toolbar, click C:. The Create Partition screen appears. You can also click Operations >...
  • Page 124 Software Utilities the new partition is smaller than the available free space, you can position the partition at the beginning or end of the free space. Generally, it is best to position the partition at the beginning of the free space. In the Position box, click Beginning of free space or End of free space.

  • Page 125: Scenarios

    Software Utilities Scenarios Deleting Partitions ARNING Sample System Configuration Disk 1 — One 4 GB disk containing: • One active primary FAT32 partition (C:) running Windows 95. • One extended partition enclosing one logical FAT partition (E:). Disk 2 — One 2 GB hard disk containing: •...

  • Page 126: Changing Partition Labels

    Software Utilities Changing Partition Labels Assigns Drive Letters” and “Problems Caused by Drive Letter Changes” in Basic Concepts in Help. To delete a partition: 1. From the Disk drop-down list (located on the toolbar), select the disk with the partition you wish to delete. 2.

  • Page 127: Formatting Partitions

    Software Utilities Formatting Partitions 3. On the toolbar, click the Label icon. The Label Partition dialog appears: 4. In the New Label box, type the new label. Labels cannot contain these special characters: [*?:<>|+=;\/”,]. 5. Click OK. In the lower right corner of the PartitionMagic main window, click Apply.

  • Page 128: Converting Fat To Fat32

    Software Utilities Converting FAT to FAT32 Converting FAT to NTFS The Convert FAT to FAT32 operation converts a FAT partition to FAT32. FAT32 partitions have less wasted disk space than FAT partitions. However, you should be aware of these issues: •...
  • Page 129 Software Utilities If NTFS is the full size of your drive and no DOS partition is available, you must copy the pqmagic files to a bootable floppy and at the command line type Pqmagic/PQB=a:Pqbatch.pqb. Because NTFS is not accessible from DOS it is unable to copy the batchfile process to the hard drive.

  • Page 130: Drive Copy

    Software Utilities ARNING Drive Copy Copying Entire Drives NTFS does NOT convert to anything. You must stay with this partition format or reinstall the Operating System. Because of the above example, we recommend that you create an image of your hard drive before modifying or installing anything. (Create an image of hard drive while using the FAT file system.) DriveCopy is an easy-to-use utility for copying the contents of one hard drive to another.
  • Page 131 Software Utilities 5. If you wish to alter any settings, click Previous to backtrack and make changes. 6. If you wish to set options such as disabling file system error-checking or hiding partitions after copy, click Advanced Options. Copying multiple logical partitions can cause the drive letters of subsequent partitions to change.

  • Page 132: Phdisk Utility

    Do not remove this partition, labeled “non-DOS” from your hard drive using FDISK. This would disable the TransPort LT’s ability from saving to disk. The following table lists the PHDISK command line options and additional parameters.

  • Page 133: Automatic Memory Size Calculation

    Software Utilities Automatic Memory Size Calculation User-specified Memory Size /Partition or /P /CREATE Option Syntax REFORMAT Option INFO Option PHDISK automatically measures all system and video memory and calculates the exact amount of hard disk space required to store the maximum amount of data present in memory.

  • Page 134: Phdisk Sign-On Message

    Software Utilities PHDISK Sign-on Message Unrecognized Option PHDISK/CREATE Failed to Execute Fatal Error Partition Exits Save-To-Disk First Two Sectors Bad TABLE 23. INFO Option Command Description PHDISK/INFO/PARTITION Displays the size (in kilobytes) and PH/DISK/I/P location of the partition A PHDISK sign-on message will appear. The following text is displayed when an invalid option or parameter is entered on the command line.
  • Page 135 Software Utilities PHDISK Utility Execute PHDISK /PARTITION /DELETE, and PHDISK /PARTITION / REFORMAT. The following text is displayed when a hard disk error is detected during any Save-To-Disk operation. (The word fatal simply means that the program was terminated, not that your hard disk is damaged.) Error-A fatal hard disk error has occurred.
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  • Page 137: Chapter 12 - Restoring Your Computer

    Restoring your Computer Chapter 12 - Restoring your Computer To (re)install your Operating System: Windows 98: Notebook computers that ship from the factory include one Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 2000, or Windows NT 4.0 CD-ROM and System utility CD-ROM, which contains a copy of the applications and drivers needed for a computer’s Operating System.

  • Page 138: Windows Nt 4.0 Workstation

    Restoring your Computer Windows NT 4.0 Workstation: To (re)install your original applications and drivers: To (re)install your original applications and drivers: 7. Type FDISK at the prompt and partition your hard drive. 8. Restart your computer to allow it to recognize the new partitions. 9.

  • Page 139: Chapter 13 - Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Chapter 13 - Troubleshooting Operating Problems If you ever have difficulty running your computer, consult the following sections for advice on how to handle system problems. If this section does not help you resolve the problem, contact micronpc.com Technical Support at 1-888-FIX-MYPC (1-888-349-6972). The computer does nothing when you turn it on.

  • Page 140: Infrared Problems

    Advanced menu in Setup is set to the Operating System you are running on your TransPort LT. Make sure that you are using the correct driver for your PC card. The System Setup settings are not retained when you turn off the computer.

  • Page 141: Modem Problems

    Troubleshooting Modem Problems If you are unable to transfer files with the infrared port, check the following: • Make sure the setting of Serial port B is set to the Windows\System\Properties\Network\IrDA driver. • The sending and receiving devices need to be on the same level vertically. Place the infrared ports on the sending and receiving devices so they face each other, with no more than a 30 degree angle between the two infrared ports.
  • Page 142 Troubleshooting After your modem has connected to the on-line service, your screen may display garbage characters or after-images in screen transitions. This problem is caused by a mismatch of the terminal modes between communications service and communications programs. You need to match the terminal modes to each other. Refer the user's guide of the communications program you're using.

  • Page 143: Chapter 14 - Specifications

    Specifications Chapter 14 - Specifications System Specifications TABLE 24. Hardware Specifications Dimension LCD viewing area LCD viewing area (12.1 TFT) LCD viewing area (13.3 TFT) Width Height Depth Weight (12.1” with floppy drive) Weight (13.3” with floppy drive) Environment Ambient temperature, operating Ambient temperature, storage Relative humidity (noncondensing), operating...
  • Page 144 Specifications Capacity, typical 3200 mAhr Charging time, approximate, with 2.5 hr. computer turned off, typical Charging time, approximate, with 4.0 hr. computer turned on, typical Average battery life, with no power 2.5 hr. management enabled External AC Adapter Operating voltage 100-240 VAC Line frequency 50/60 Hz...

  • Page 145: Chapter 15 - Recording The Computer Hardware Configuration

    Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration Chapter 15 - Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration In the spaces provided, write the System Setup program settings. If your computer ever loses configuration information, you can enter the information from this section into System Setup to restore it. MAIN MENU Diskette A: LS-120...
  • Page 146 Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration ADVANCED MENU Installed O/S: Other/WinNT4.0 Win98/Win2000 PS/2 Mouse Configuration: Disabled Screen Expansion: Enabled TV Standard: NTSC Dual Display: I/O DEVICE CONFIGURATION SUBMENU Serial port A: Enabled Base I/O Address 3F8, IRQ 4 3E8, IRQ 4 Serial port B: Enabled Base I/O Address...
  • Page 147 Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration Local Bus IDE adapter: Both Large Disk Access Mode: SECURITY MENU Set password Password on boot: Fixed disk boot sector: Diskette access: Virus check reminder: System backup reminder: POWER MENU Idle Mode: Standby Timeout: Rest Mode: Disk Rest Timeout: Hard disk Timeout:...
  • Page 148 Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration BOOT MENU QuietBoot Mode: QuickBoot Mode: Floppy check: Bootable CD Check: Summary screen: Wake On Lan: Boot Device Priority: Boot option 1:________________________ Boot option 2:________________________ Boot option 3:________________________ System Specifications Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled...

  • Page 149: Appendix A - Regulatory

    Appendix A - Regulatory Appendix A - Regulatory FCC Notice Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 68 Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 150 Appendix A - Regulatory Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 68 Statement A FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this equipment. This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or promises wiring using a compatible modular jack which is Part 68 compliant. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to telephone line.

  • Page 151: Ctr21 Statement

    Appendix A - Regulatory CTR21 Statement Canadian Radio Interference Regulations CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION WARNING ADVARSEL any number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax machine, refer to your communications software user manual.

  • Page 152: Power Cord Requirement

    Appendix A - Regulatory ADVARSEL VAROITUS! VARNING Labels appearing on the drives: Power Cord Requirement USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES OG SIKKERHEDSLÅS BRYTES. STIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN ELLER SE DIREKTE MED OPTISKE INSTRUMENTER. LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN MUULLA KUIN TÄSSÄ KÄYTTöOHJEESSA MAINITULLA TAVALLA SAATTAA ALTISTAA KÄYTTÄJÄN TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1 YLITTÄVÄLLE NÄKYMÄTTöMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE.
  • Page 153 Appendix A - Regulatory Power cord sets for use in other countries must meet the requirements of the country where you use the computer. For more information on power cord set requirements, contact your authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. General Requirements The requirements listed below are applicable to all countries: •...
  • Page 154 Appendix A - Regulatory Sweden SEMKO Switzerland United kingdom United States Notes: * Flexible cord must be <HAR> Type HO5VV-F, 3-conductor, 1.0 mm² conductor size. Power cord set fittings (appliance coupler and wall plug) must bear the certification mark of the agency responsible for evaluation in the country where it will be used.

  • Page 155: Appendix B - Important Safety Instruction

    Appendix B - Important Safety Instruction Appendix B - Important Safety Instruction Read all of these instructions, and save these instructions for later use. • Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. • Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
  • Page 156 Appendix B - Important Safety Instruction • Except as explained elsewhere in this manual, do not attempt to service this product yourself. • Handle batteries, CD-ROM, hard drives and any drives with care. If dropped, they may be damaged. • Do not allow the battery to be exposed to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.

  • Page 157: Battery Disposal

    Appendix B - Important Safety Instruction Battery Disposal ARNING Do not put rechargeable batteries or products powered by non-removable rechargeable batteries in the garbage. Contact your customer service representative for information on how to dispose of batteries that you cannot use or recharge any longer. Follow all local regulations when disposing of old batteries.
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  • Page 159: Appendix C - Abbreviations

    Appendix C - Abbreviations Appendix C - Abbreviations Your computer’s documentation uses the following abbreviations: Amperes Alternating Current ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power management Interface Advanced Power Management AT attachment (refers to the hard-drive interface in an AT-compatible computer) ATAPI AT Attachment Packet Interface Bulletin Board System BIOS Basic Input/Output System...
  • Page 160 Appendix C - Abbreviations Microprocessor Unit Millisecond Portable Document Format Personal Computer Peripheral Component Interconnect PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association POST Power-On Self-Test Plug and Play PS/2 Personal System/2 Random-Access Memory Read-Only Memory SVGA Super Video Graphics Array S-VHS Super VHS Thin-Film Transistor Universal Serial Bus...

  • Page 161: Appendix D - Glossary

    Appendix D - Glossary Appendix D - Glossary AC Adapter The AC (or alternating current) adapter regulates current coming into your computer from the wall outlet. The current at the wall outlet is alternating current and needs to be changed by the adapter to DC (direct current) before your computer can use it for power.
  • Page 162 Appendix D - Glossary Conventional memory The first 640 KB of system memory. Operating systems and application programs can directly access this memory without using memory-management software. Disk The device used by the computer to store and retrieve information. Disk can refer to a floppy disk, hard disk, or CD- ROM disk.
  • Page 163 Appendix D - Glossary MB (megabyte) 1,024 kilobytes. Megabit 1,048,576 bits or about 128 kilobytes. Operating system A program that supervises the computer's operation, including handling I/O. Application programs and users can request operating-system services. A user might request operation-system services to copy files or format a disk. An application program might use the operating system to obtain keyboard input, write data to a file, or write data to a screen.
  • Page 164 Appendix D - Glossary executed much faster in RAM than in ROM. The BIOS remains in shadow RAM until you turn off the computer. TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD A TFT LCD uses a separate transistor circuit to control each pixel.
  • Page 165 Index Index Numerics 32 Bit I/O field 80 56K 47 Abbreviations used in documentation 159 AC adapter 11, 15, 20, 161 optional 63 Active Matrix Display 161 Adjusting brightness 22, 28 display 22 Advanced menu, System Setup 81 Application and Driver Restore CD-ROM 137 Apply Changes 118 asterisk (*) in partition list, explained 116 Auto/airline adapter 63...
  • Page 166 Index CPU 13 Central Processing Unit 13 Create 121 partition, free space required 121 Creating save to disk partition 97 Cursor control keys 26 Cylinders field 79 data loss, causes of 120 protection 115 Delete 125 Deleting save to disk partition 98 Disassembly warning 23 Disc 161 Disk 162...
  • Page 167 Index configuring 78 installing 41 locking the boot sector 90 removing 40 using 39 Hardware specifications 143 HDD 21 hard disk drive 132 Heads field 79 Hot swapping 34 I/O (input/output) 162 I/O Device Configuration field 81 Icons port 32 Ignore OS/2 EA Errors on FAT 119 image files compressing 104...
  • Page 168 Index Format 127 Label 126 selecting 118 Options 63 OS/2 1 Ignore OS/2 EA Errors on FAT 119 Parallel port field 82 partition applying changes to 118 creating 121 deleting 125 extended, deletion of 125 formatting 127 list 116 map 116 naming 126 selecting 118 status 116...
  • Page 169 Index PS/2 Mouse Configuration Menu 81 QuietBoot Mode field 87 RAM (random access memory) 163 Rebooting the computer 23 Refresh rate 163 removable drives 115 Removing hard drive 40 resizing partitions 110 Resolution 53, 55, 163 Rest mode 94 precautions 94 requiring a password for resume 90 Rest Mode field 86 Rest Timeout field 85...
  • Page 170 Index System Time field 77 TFT (thin film transistor) LCD (liquid crystal display) 53, 164 Tips for using the computer 23 Touchpad 29, 32 Transfer Mode field 80 Traveling with the computer 24 Troubleshooting external monitor 139 getting help 139 LCD (liquid-crystal display) 139 numeric keypad 139 parallel device 140...

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