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NOTEBOOK COMPUTER
PC-TN1 Series
OPERATION MANUAL

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  • Page 1 NOTEBOOK COMPUTER PC-TN1 Series OPERATION MANUAL...
  • Page 2: Notice For Users In The Usa

    A shielded I/F cable is required to insure compliance with FCC regulation for Class B computing equipment. ® * As an ENERGY STAR Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets ® the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Declaration of Conformity SHARP PERSONAL COMPUTER, PC-TN Series.
  • Page 3: About The Modem

    If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact Sharp Electronics Corp. for repair and (or) warranty information (refer to the provided Consumer Limited...
  • Page 4 For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org Copyright It is the intent of Sharp that this product be used in full compliance with the copyright laws of the United States and that prior permission be obtained from copyright owners whenever necessary.
  • Page 5 CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DISCONNECT THE AC CORD AND THE BATTERY BEFORE SERVICING. CAUTION: FOR A COMPLETE ELECTRICAL DISCONNECTION, PULL OUT THE MAINS PLUG AND THE BATTERY. VORSICHT: UM DIE STROMZUFUHR VOLLSTÄNDIG ZU UNTERBRECHEN, DEN NETZSTECKER HERAUSZIEHEN UND DIE BATTERIE ÈNTFERNEN. ATTENTION: POUR UN ARRET TOTAL DU SYSTEME, DECONNECTEZ LA PRISE DE COURANT SECTEUR ET LA BATTERIE.
  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions General • Follow all cautions and instructions, which may be marked, on your computer. • Except as described elsewhere in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Immediately shut off your computer and seek servicing under the following conditions: when the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed •...
  • Page 7: Battery Precautions

    • Check the AC power cord and power connectors periodically for damage. Change the power cord immediately if damage is found. • Be careful not to get burned by the heated air from the ventilation openings when using your computer on your lap or in your arms for extended period. If you feel uncomfortable, stop using it until it becomes cool.
  • Page 8 • Do not allow liquids to come in contact with the battery pack. • Care must be taken not to drop the pack. A violent shock damages the pack. • Do not solder anything to the battery terminals. Charging • Charge the battery pack only with the AC adapter and AC power cord included with your computer.
  • Page 9: Other Precautions

    Wireless LAN Precautions • Disable the integrated antennas and do not communicate with wireless LAN in specific environment where radio-susceptible equipment is nearby such as on airplanes, in hospitals, etc. Other Precautions • Your computer is integrated with a magnet on the left side of the display. Be sure to keep the magnetic cards or floppy disks away from the left side of your computer.
  • Page 10: About This Manual

    Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of SHARP Corporation and its sales subsidiaries. SHARP Corporation and its sales subsidiaries shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
  • Page 11: Recording Important Information

    Recording Important Information For future reference, please record the following information in the spaces provided below. Model Number: Serial Number: Date of purchase: Dealer’s Name: Place of purchase: Password: The serial number is printed on a sticker located on the bottom of your computer.
  • Page 12: Manual Conventions

    Manual Conventions This manual uses a set of style conventions described below. Notes and Cautions are italicized with icons: A note icon informs you of a special technique or information that may help you perform a task or better understand a process. A caution icon alerts you to something that may cause problems or damage to hardware, software or data.
  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Notice for Users in the USA ..................i Safety Precautions......................v About This Manual .....................ix Recording Important Information ................x Manual Conventions ....................xi Table of Contents.......................xii Overview of Computer .....................xiv Quick Setup Installing Battery Pack....................1-1 Turning On Your Computer......……………………………………….1-3 Setting Up Windows....................1-5 Turning Off Your Computer..................1-7 Basic Operations...
  • Page 14 Peripherals Peripheral Device Connectors...................5-1 Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit ...............5-3 External Display .......................5-6 Audio System......................5-8 USB Device ......................5-10 PC Card........... …………………………………………5-11 Compact Flash Card........ …………………………………………5-15 Printer ........................5-19 IEEE1394 Device ....................5-20 Communication Functions Built-in Modem ......................6-1 LAN Unit ........................6-4 Wireless LAN ......................6-9 Network Setup Utility .....................6-13 Setup Utility Running Setup Utility ....................7-1...
  • Page 15: Overview Of Computer

    Overview of Computer Each number after an arrow indicates the page referring to the part. Actual appearance of your computer may be slightly different depending on the model. Front Windows Security Button →3-12 LCD Screen →2-8, 3-10 Keyboard →2-6 Battery Indicator →2-1, 4-3 Programmable Buttons →3-12...
  • Page 16 Right USB Ports Security Slot External Monitor Port →A-4 →5-3,10,19 →5-6 EJECT Pen Eject Switch →3-8 Pen Housing→3-7 Power Switch→1-4 Left CARD PC Card Slot CF Card Slot →5-11 →5-15 Back Microphone Jack Headphone/ →5-9 Audio Output Jack Ventilation Openings→v →5-8,9 Modem Jack→6-2 AC Adapter Jack...
  • Page 17 Bottom Ventilation Openings→v Reset Switch R E S E T →2-3 Speaker Battery Pack→4-1...
  • Page 18: Quick Setup

    CHAPTER 1 Quick Setup Your computer is designed and pre-configured for easy setup and use. This chapter describes the steps to set up and run your computer as quickly as possible. Read this chapter first. Installing Battery Pack Your computer is powered with either the rechargeable battery pack or AC power source.
  • Page 19 Insert the battery pack into the battery compartment by matching the projected parts of the battery with the notched parts on your computer. Projected Part Notched Part Push the battery pack until it is locked into the place. Turn your computer over and go to the next section.
  • Page 20: Turning On Your Computer

    Turning On Your Computer Connecting to AC Power Source • Always use the AC adapter and AC power cord included with your computer. Using others may damage your computer. • Always hold the AC power cord by its plug when removing it from the wall outlet.
  • Page 21 Opening Display Unlock the display cover fastened with the hook and raise the cover. Set it in comfortable view position. Hook Slide the power switch, located on the right side of your computer, backward you to turn it on. Power Switch Power Indicator When you power on your computer, the power indicator ( ) turns green, your...
  • Page 22: Setting Up Windows

    Setting Up Windows To set up Windows, follow the instructions on the screen. See also the Windows quick start guide. It takes approximately 5-10 minutes to complete the entire setup process. Use the keyboard and the glide pad for Windows setup. The tablet pen is not available for the setup.
  • Page 23 After completing the Windows setup: • Confirm Time Zone is correctly selected, and set date and time by double-clicking the time appearing on the right of the taskbar to open Date and Time Properties dialog box. • When you want to activate the integrated antennas for wireless networking, press Fn+F1 ( ) keys.
  • Page 24: Turning Off Your Computer

    Turning Off Your Computer When you’ve finished using your computer, turn it off with one of the following ways: • From the start menu Click start – Turn Off Computer. In the Turn off computer dialog box, click Turn Off. •...
  • Page 25 Closing Display After turning off your computer, close the display cover ensuring that the LCD faces down and is aligned with the base cabinet and then, lock it with the hook. Be sure that the display cover and the base cabinet are aligned vertically before locking it.
  • Page 26: Basic Operations

    CHAPTER 2 Basic Operations This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer. Choosing Power Source You can use your computer with one of the following power sources: • AC power from a wall outlet Use AC power whenever possible; rely on the battery only when AC power is not available.
  • Page 27 The battery indicator is always off when your computer is turned off and not connected to AC power source. • When the battery is hot, the battery indicator may turn off and stay off until the battery becomes cool. • For more information on System standby/hibernate, see Chapter 4. Using AC Adapter When connected to a wall outlet, the AC adapter provides power for operation and charges the battery.
  • Page 28: Resetting System

    Resetting System You may need to restart the system if your computer becomes inoperable or after adding new hardware or software. When the message appears after the installation, click OK, Yes, etc. to restart Windows. Resetting may cause data loss. Use the resetting process only if the normal Windows Shut Down does not work because of software malfunction.
  • Page 29: Using Glide Pad

    Using Glide Pad Your computer is equipped with an integrated pointing device called a glide pad. Using the glide pad, you can move the pointer, select an item from a menu, and perform other tasks in the same way you would with a mouse. Pointer Glide Pad •...
  • Page 30 Click, Double-click, and Right-click To click or double-click, you can use the left button just like that of a mouse. Instead of clicking or double-clicking the left button, you can also just tap gently or tap twice quickly anywhere on the rectangular pad. For right-clicking, you must use the right button.
  • Page 31: Using Keyboard

    Using Keyboard Your computer, equipped with the Windows Enhanced Keyboard, provides all the functionality of a full-sized desktop keyboard. Special Keys Windows Key Opens the Windows start menu. Opens an application-specific short-cut menu. Application Key Equivalent to right-clicking. System Function Keys When pressed together with the Fn key, function keys set specific system parameters.
  • Page 32: Controlling Volume

    Controlling Volume You can adjust the output volume of your computer with the following steps. Click start - Control Panel. Click Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices; then, Sounds and Audio Devices. If Classic view is selected, double-click Sounds and Audio Devices icon. In Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box, slide the lever to control the output volume.
  • Page 33: Adjusting Display

    Adjusting Display You can adjust the brightness, resolution, and number of colors of the internal LCD display for more comfortable viewing. Changing Brightness of Display Press and hold Fn key and then, press F6 ( ) key to decrease the brightness of the internal LCD display.
  • Page 34 Advanced button. Click Intel(R) Extreme Graphics tab and Graphics Properties… button. Check the box of Full Screen [No Border] and click OK. Click OK three times, and then, close the window. • You cannot switch to display resolutions and number of colors that are not available.
  • Page 35: Sharing Your Computer

    Sharing Your Computer If you are sharing your computer with your colleagues or family members, set a user account for each person. Every user can choose his/her favorite desktop setting, web site lists, or make his/her own My Documents folder etc., and save them to his/her user account.
  • Page 36 Select Switch User or Log Off. If you select Log Off, the dialog box that asks you to save your data may appear. • If you cannot see Switch User in Log Off Windows dialog box, click Change the way users log on or off string in User Accounts dialog box, and check Use Fast User Switching and click Apply Options.
  • Page 37 Click Create Password. If you are asked whether you want to make your files and folders private, click Yes, Make Private or No. If not, go to the next step. Close the User Accounts dialog box; then, the Control Panel window. Changing Password Follow the steps 1-2 on Setting Password section.
  • Page 38 Type your password and click Remove Password. If you log on your computer as a member of the Computer administrators group and want to delete the password of another user account, just click Remove Password. Close the User Accounts dialog box; then, the Control Panel window. 2-13...
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  • Page 40: Tablet Mode

    CHAPTER 3 Tablet Mode This chapter explains how to use your computer in tablet mode and the tablet pen. In this chapter, you often see the expression “Tablet and Pen Settings dialog box.” To open the dialog box, use one of the following ways: •...
  • Page 41: Switching To Tablet Mode

    Switching to Tablet Mode Open the display at an angle around 90 degrees. Be sure to set the display at an angle around 90 degrees. Otherwise the keyboard or cabinet of your computer will be damaged when rotating the display. Hold the front left part of the cabinet with your left hand and the right side of the display with your right hand, then, softly rotate the display 180 degrees clockwise until it is set into place.
  • Page 42 Fold the display over the keyboard ensuring it is aligned with the base cabinet and then, lock the display with the hook. Hook Be sure that the display cover and the base cabinet are aligned vertically before locking it. Trying to lock forcedly with the LCD placed out of alignment will damage the hook.
  • Page 43 Switching to Notebook Mode Lift the display at an angle around 90 degrees. Be sure to set the display at an angle around 90 degrees. Otherwise the keyboard or cabinet of your computer will be damaged when rotating the display. Hold the cabinet with one hand and the display with other hand, then, rotate the display 180 degrees counterclockwise until it is set into place.
  • Page 44: Using Tablet Pen

    Using Tablet Pen An electronic pen called tablet pen comes with your computer. With it, you can select items just like mouse clicks, perform the program, and write characters or draw images directly on the screen. Use only the tablet pen provided with your computer. Using other objects, such as a fingernail, pencil or others, may damage the screen surface.
  • Page 45 Care must be taken for children not to swallow the pen tip. Replacing Tip of Tablet Pen The tablet pen tip will become sharp and short as used. The sharp tip may damage the surface of the LCD screen. Replace the pen tip if necessary.
  • Page 46 Clasp the old pen tip with a tip-replacing tool and pull it straight out of the pen. Pen Tip Tip Replacing Tool Clasp one of the extra tips with the tip-replacing tool and slide it straight into the barrel of the pen until it stops. Inserting or Ejecting Tablet Pen The provided tablet pen can be stored in the pen housing on the right side of your computer.
  • Page 47 Ejecting Slide the pen eject switch toward you so that the tablet pen will pop out and gently pull it straight out. Pen Eject Switch Using Tablet Pen as Mouse Tapping, writing or dragging on the screen may cause the ink to seem spreading for a moment.
  • Page 48 Drag and Drop To drag and drop an item as you would with the mouse, double-tap and hold the pen tip pressed against the screen, then, move it. When the item reaches its destination, lift the pen tip from the screen. Using Tablet Pen to Input Data Your computer supports handwriting recognition technology and a software keyboard (or an on-screen keyboard) allowing you to write characters or draw images directly on...
  • Page 49: Adjusting Screen Orientation

    Hold the tablet pen upside down. Rub the ink data with the tale switch just like you would with the eraser on the paper or press on a stroke of the ink data until the tale switch is pushed in. Do not rub or press the data on the screen strongly.
  • Page 50 • Be sure to use the Primary landscape view when you play 3D games, 3D screensavers, animations or DVD videos. Otherwise, they cannot be displayed properly. • You cannot rotate the screen image when running one of the following items on the screen. End the task, then, rotate the screen. •...
  • Page 51: Using Programmable Button

    You can change the hot key combination with the following steps: Open Display Properties dialog box. 2. Tap Settings tab – Advanced button – Intel(R) Extreme Graphics tab. 3. Tap Graphics Properties button - Hot Keys tab. 4. Tap the key combination in the right column to be changed so that a pull-down menu will appear.
  • Page 52 To run the utility, tap Programmable Buttons Enhanced Utility icon ( ) on the taskbar and select Settings. When the icon is not there, tap start – All Programs – Sharp Utilities – Programmable Buttons Enhanced Utility. Be sure to always use the Programmable Buttons Enhanced Utility to configure the programmable button settings.
  • Page 53 Programmable Buttons Enhanced Utility Menu When you tap Programmable Buttons Enhanced Utility icon ( ) on the taskbar, the pop-up menu will appear. It provides information such as which applications have their own programmable button actions, how to configure the settings, etc. When you have assigned new actions to the buttons in a non-registered application, the application name will appear in the menu.
  • Page 54 In Settings of Programmable Buttons Enhanced Utility dialog box, tap New button. Set Button Actions dialog box will open. Tap Browse button to display all currently running applications. Select an application you want to register, then, tap OK. Confirm the application name appeared in Name of Setting field is correct.
  • Page 55 In Settings of Programmable Buttons Enhanced Utility dialog box, select the source application in Name column and then, tap Copy button. Set Button Actions dialog box will open. Tap Browse button to display a destination application(s). Select a destination item, then, tap OK. Confirm the application name appeared in Name of Setting field is correct.
  • Page 56 • Disabling this function for the registered applications individually Tap the Programmable Buttons Enhanced Utility icon on the taskbar. Select Settings. In Settings of Programmable Buttons Enhanced Utility dialog box, uncheck the box of the application in Auto Change column. Tap OK button.
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  • Page 58: Battery And Power Management

    CHAPTER 4 Battery and Power Management This chapter explains how to manage your computer’s power effectively and use the battery pack. In this section, you often see the expression “Power Options Properties dialog box”. To open the dialog box: 1. Click start - Control Panel. 2.
  • Page 59: Checking Battery Level

    Charging Battery Pack Connect the AC adapter to your computer. While the battery is being charged, the battery indicator lights orange. When the battery is fully charged, the battery indicator turns green. Charging time may vary according to the status of your computer. •...
  • Page 60 Low Battery Indication When the battery power becomes significantly low, the battery indicator ( ) blinks red, the warning beep sounds. Save your data and turn off your computer, or connect your computer to AC power immediately. Otherwise, your computer will be shut down and the data may be lost.
  • Page 61 Conditioning Battery Pack When the actual remaining power in your battery is less than what Windows Power Meter indicates, you need to condition the battery pack or buy a new one. Make sure your computer is turned off. Connect your computer to AC power and wait until the battery is fully charged.
  • Page 62 Unlock the battery stopper of your computer to the left and hold it; then, unlock the battery release lever of the battery pack to the left and hold it; then, pull out the battery pack. Battery Release Lever Battery Stopper Insert a new battery pack into your computer by matching the projected parts of the battery with the notched parts on your computer.
  • Page 63: Power Management

    Power Management Power management saves electricity and extends battery life by controlling power supply to built-in devices. You can set the following power management properties on Windows. • Stopping power supply to the hard disk • Stopping power supply to the display •...
  • Page 64 Controlling CPU Speed Windows XP controls the processor performance to reduce power consumption. Do not control the processor performance, or connect/disconnect the AC adapter while communicating, or reading/writing data. Otherwise your computer may malfunction. In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Power Schemes tab. Select an appropriate power scheme in Power schemes according to the table below, and click OK.
  • Page 65 • Note that Power schemes includes other power management settings (such as a timer for System standby, etc.) appearing on Power Schemes tab. Confirm those settings are set to the appropriate value when you select the processor performance using power schemes facility. •...
  • Page 66 Supporting System Hibernate If your battery becomes completely discharged during System standby, you will lose unsaved data and will need to reboot your computer. Therefore, if you are planning to leave your computer powered by battery for long periods of time, we recommend System hibernate. Confirm that System hibernate is supported with the following steps.
  • Page 67 • You slide the power switch. The above functions if you perform the following: In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Advanced tab. Select Hibernate or Stand by in When I press the power button on my computer field. Click OK, then, close the Control Panel window.
  • Page 68: Peripherals

    CHAPTER 5 Peripherals This chapter describes how to use peripheral devices with your computer. You can connect a floppy disk drive unit, a printer, an external monitor, an IEEE1394 device, or other devices to your computer. To ensure proper use, be sure to read the instructions for each peripheral device before connecting it to your computer.
  • Page 69 Connectors for Peripherals Headphone/ Audio Output Jack USB Ports Microphone Jack External Monitor Port IEEE1394 Connector Connector Shape Connector shape Connector name USB Port IEEE1394 Connector External Monitor Port Headphone/ Audio Output Jack Microphone Jack...
  • Page 70: Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit

    Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit You can use double-density (2DD) 720KB or high-density (2HD) 1.44MB floppy disks with the optional external floppy disk drive unit (CE-FD05). Connecting Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit • Do not place the floppy disk drive unit on its side or upside down. •...
  • Page 71 Inserting Floppy Disk Hold the floppy disk with the arrow facing up, toward the drive. Slide the disk into the drive until it locks into place. Arrow Facing Up Indicator • Always insert a floppy disk straight into the floppy disk drive. •...
  • Page 72 Formatting Floppy Disk Make sure the floppy disk is not write-protected, and insert it into the floppy disk drive. Click start - My Computer. Right-click 3 ½ Floppy (A:) icon; then, click Format… from the pop-up menu. Select the appropriate formatting options. Click Start to start formatting.
  • Page 73: External Display

    External Display You can use an external monitor with your computer. To display the images on both displays simultaneously, use the 1024x768 resolution. • Some monitors, which are not compatible with your computer, may not display correctly. • In this section, you often see the expression “Display Properties dialog box.”...
  • Page 74 Displaying on External Monitor To display the image on an external monitor, you may need to install the driver for the external monitor. Before using the external monitor, refer to the manual included with it. Switching Display In Display Properties dialog box, select Settings tab; then, click Advanced button. Select Intel(R) Extreme Graphics tab;...
  • Page 75: Audio System

    Audio System You can output sound to speakers, audio equipment or headphones. Connecting Speakers You can connect stereo speakers with an amplifier to the audio output jack on the rear side of your computer. Speakers with an Amplifier Headphone/ Audio Output Jack Stereo Mini Plug Connecting Audio Equipment You can connect analog audio equipment to the audio output jack on the rear side of...
  • Page 76 Connecting a Headphone Use the headphone with an impedance of more than 8Ω. (32Ω is recommended.) Headphone/ Audio Output Jack Stereo Mini Plug Connecting Microphone You can input sound using an external microphone connected to the microphone jack. Use an electret condenser microphone with an impedance of 2.2kΩ and an allowable voltage of 2V.
  • Page 77: Usb Device

    USB Device Your computer has an interface called Universal Serial Bus (USB) and its two USB ports support USB1.1 and USB2.0. With a USB connection, you can connect/disconnect peripherals without turning off your computer. Generally, when you connect a device to your computer, the necessary driver will be installed automatically.
  • Page 78: Pc Card

    PC Card Your computer is equipped with a PC card (supporting PC Card Standard) slot, which can accommodate a Type II card or a CardBus compliant card. You can insert/eject the card without turning off your computer. Inserting PC Card When you insert a protruding PC card such as wireless networking card: •...
  • Page 79 Push the PC card eject button so that it will pop out from the side of your computer. Push the PC card eject button again until the protection card pops out and remove Protection Card Push the PC card eject button all the way inside the cabinet for safekeeping. 5-12...
  • Page 80: Ejecting Pc Card

    Insert a PC card into the slot with the label face up until it is locked into place. Label Face Up If the dialog box asking you What do you want Windows to do? appears, select the task you want. Ejecting PC Card •...
  • Page 81 Push the eject button until the inserted PC card pops out and remove it. Push the PC card eject button all the way inside the cabinet for safekeeping. Insert the protection card. Be sure to insert the protection card after you finish using the PC card slot to protect the slot from being damaged.
  • Page 82: Compact Flash Card

    Compact Flash Card Your computer is equipped with a CF card slot, which can accommodate a Type II card compliant with CompactFlash standard. You can insert/eject the card without turning off your computer. Inserting Compact Flash Card When you insert a protruding compact flash card such as wireless networking card: •...
  • Page 83 Push the CF card eject button so that it will pop out. Push the CF card eject button again until the protection card pops out and remove Protection Card Push the CF card eject button all the way inside the cabinet for safekeeping. 5-16...
  • Page 84 Insert a compact flash card into the slot with the label face up until it is locked into place. Label Face Up If the dialog box asking you What do you want Windows to do? appears, select the task you want. Ejecting Compact Flash Card •...
  • Page 85 Push the CF card eject button so that it will pop out from the side of your computer. Push the eject button until the inserted compact flash card pops out and remove it. Push the CF card eject button all the way inside the cabinet for safekeeping. Insert the protection card.
  • Page 86: Printer

    Be sure to insert the protection card after you finish using the CF card slot to protect the slot from being damaged. Printer You can connect a USB printer to either of the USB ports. • Before using a printer, read the printer manual and install the printer driver.
  • Page 87: Ieee1394 Device

    IEEE1394 Device You can connect an IEEE1394 device to the IEEE1394 connector on the rear side of your computer. The IEEE1394 is digital interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in two directions between devices, and for controlling other equipment.
  • Page 88 Connecting IEEE1394 Device • You need not turn off your computer before connecting the device. • Be sure to read the manuals of the IEEE1394 device before connecting it to your computer. Connect the end of the DV cable into the IEEE1394 connector of your computer. Connect the other end of the DV cable into the DV connector of the IEEE 1394 device.
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  • Page 90: Communication Functions

    CHAPTER 6 Communication Functions This chapter explains how to use the built-in modem, the wired LAN unit and the wireless LAN function. • When you use communication software: • Connect your computer to the AC power source. • Disable power management. (Refer to Disabling Power Management in Chapter 4.) •...
  • Page 91 Connecting Modem To Telephone Line Turn off your computer. Open the cover on the rear side of your computer. Cover To avoid damaging the modem, close the cover when nothing is connected to the modem and LAN jacks. Connect one end of the included modem cable to the modem jack. To Telephone Line Modem Jack Be sure to insert the modem cable into the modem jack.
  • Page 92 Configuring Modem You may have already configured your modem during Windows setup process. Otherwise, make the necessary adjustments as shown below. Modem Configuration When you use the modem first time, you must type your location’s information. Click start - Control Panel - Printers and Other Hardware; then, Phone and Modem Options.
  • Page 93: Lan Unit

    LAN Unit You can connect to a LAN (Local Area Network) with the 100 Base-TX/10 Base-T LAN units on your computer. To activate the LAN unit, perform the following steps. Never insert any cables, but a LAN cable, which have different electric characteristics from those of the LAN cables.
  • Page 94 Confirm the cable to be inserted is a LAN cable. Do not insert the modem cable into the LAN jack. It will damage the modem cable and the LAN jack. You can also directly communicate with another computer using a cross LAN cable.
  • Page 95 Configuring Network Settings You can configure your network settings in various manners according to the network environments. This section provides one of them in the following environment. • When connecting two computers, which do not have Internet connections, directly each other with a cross LAN cable. •...
  • Page 96 Click Next. Input Computer description, if necessary and Computer name, then, click Next. The Computer name should be unique. Type a name that is different from that of the other computer. Type a Workgroup name and click Next. The Workgroup name should be same as that of the other computer. Click Next.
  • Page 97 Sharing Files and Folders This section provides how to share a folder. With these steps you can also share a drive. Right-click a folder to be shared and click Sharing and Security…. XXX Properties dialog box will open. (XXX is the folder’s name.) Check the box of Share this folder on the network.
  • Page 98: Wireless Lan

    Wireless LAN Your computer has an integrated wireless LAN function compliant with IEEE 802.11b standard. You can access the network by the wireless LAN. There are two kinds of wireless networks: a network using an access point and a peer- to-peer wireless network.
  • Page 99 Connecting to Internet via Access Point You can connect your computer to the Internet or a wired network via an access point supporting IEEE 802.11b. Refer to the manual of the access point or consult your network administrator if you are not sure. Communicating with Other Computers •...
  • Page 100 Confirm your computer and other computers are connecting to the same network. 10. Click OK twice; then, close the Control Panel window. 11. Configure the network by setting the name of your computer and workgroup. To communicate with other wireless enabled computers, set your computer name and the workgroup name.
  • Page 101 Connecting to WEP Configured Network Wireless communication has security issues. Some networks are configured with WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) keys or encryption keys to protect the transmitted data. To connect into the WEP configured network, follow the steps below. Right-click Wireless Network Connection icon ( ) on the taskbar and click View Available Wireless Networks.
  • Page 102: Network Setup Utility

    To set your specific network settings, confirm that your computer is connected into the network and has the proper settings for your current environment and follow the instructions below. Click start – All Programs – SHARP Network Setup Utility – SHARP Network Setup Utility. Click OK.
  • Page 103 • Make sure your computer is connected to the proper environment. • If your hardware or software configuration has been changed, you may not be able to switch to the network properly. In this case, you may need to reconfigure the settings. Changing Network Settings To change the loaded network settings, right-click on the icon you want to change the settings in the Network Setup Utility window and click Edit settings in the pop-up...
  • Page 104: Setup Utility

    CHAPTER 7 Setup Utility This chapter describes how to run the Setup Utility to change settings on your computer. Running Setup Utility With the Setup Utility, you can customize the system configuration information, such as time and date, port assignments, or passwords. The information you have specified is saved in a special area called CMOS RAM, which the system reads every time you turn on your computer.
  • Page 105 Entering and Exiting the Setup Utility Turn on the computer. When Press F2 for System Utilities appears, press F2. Change to the desired settings. Refer to the next section. Select Exit menu; then, press Enter. Select one of the exit methods, and press Enter. Confirm the message and press Enter again.
  • Page 106: Main Menu

    Quick Boot defines whether the system skips the check of the internal memory while booting, to shorten the boot time Quiet Boot defines whether the SHARP logo appears on the screen while booting. Video RAM Size shows the minimum size of the video memory on Windows. The volume of the video memory varies automatically by the integrated video controller in Windows environment.
  • Page 107: Advanced Menu

    Advanced Menu Tablet Device sets the tablet pen, selecting the base I/O address. Enabled means that you can set the item by yourself. Auto means that the item is automatically assigned. Disabled means that you cannot use the tablet pen. Programmable Button Device enables or disables the programmable buttons.
  • Page 108: Setting Password

    Device Configuration enables or disables built-in devices such as USB, audio system, modem, LAN, PC card, IEEE1394 and Wireless LAN. Supervisor and User Password Setting a password will protect your computer against unauthorized access. Once a password is set, the system requires the password when entering to the Setup Utility. And if Password on boot is enabled, the system will require a password when the computer is turned on.
  • Page 109: Boot Menu

    Select Exit menu and confirm Exit Saving Changes is highlighted; then press Enter. Confirm Yes is highlighted and press Enter. The system restarts. Deleting Password In the Security menu of the Setup Utility, select Set Supervisor Password or Set User Password and press Enter. Type your current password, and press Enter.
  • Page 110: Exit Menu

    Exit Menu Exit Saving Changes saves the settings you have changed and exits the Setup Utility. Exit Discarding Changes exits the Setup Utility without saving the settings you have changed. Load Setup Defaults returns the values of all items to the default. To exit, select one of the above items.
  • Page 112: Appendixes

    Appendixes The appendixes contain additional information on the use and care of your computer. Memory Module You can install a memory module into your computer and upgrade its memory size. See the provided specification sheet for the default and maximum memory size of your computer.
  • Page 113 Loosen two screws and remove the memory slot cover. Screws Memory Slot Cover Turn over the sheet and align the memory module as shown below, matching the notched part of the module with the projected part of the memory socket of your computer.
  • Page 114 Press the memory module slowly to place it into the memory socket, matching the notched parts of the module with the projected parts of the socket, until you hear the clicking sound. Notched Parts Projected Part Replace the sheet and memory slot cover, matching the projected parts of the cover with the notched parts of your computer.
  • Page 115: Maintenance And Care

    Uninstalling Memory Module Follow steps 1-3 of Installing Memory Module. Turn over the sheet and slightly bend both latches outwards until the memory module is released. Latches Remove the memory module and follow steps 6-9 of Installing Memory Module. Maintenance and Care This appendix provides you with information on how to maintain your computer in excellent working condition.
  • Page 116 Cleaning Your Computer Cabinet Apply a small amount of mild cleaning solution to a dry, lint-free cloth and wipe the cabinet with the cloth. • Never clean your computer while it is powered on. • Do not use alcohol, benzene, thinner or other strong chemical agents that may damage the cabinet.
  • Page 117 • Make sure the display cover is closed before traveling. Otherwise, the cover may be opened unawares, and the display or the keyboard will be damaged. • Make sure your computer is not in tablet mode. Otherwise the display will be damaged.
  • Page 118: Re-Installation Instructions

    Re-installation Instructions To recover your hard disk, you will use PowerQuest®EasyRestore™. Before starting re- installation, read the following End User License Agreement first. PowerQuest(R) EasyRestore (TM) End User License Agreement IMPORTANT: Read this before using your copy of PowerQuest software. This document is a legal agreement between you, the "end user,"...
  • Page 119 the Commercial Computer Software-Restricted Rights at 48 CFR 52.227-19, as applicable. Contractor/manufacturer is PowerQuest Corporation/P.O. Box 1911/Orem, UT 84059. 6. NO WARRANTY. The Software is being provided to you AS IS. PowerQuest does not warrant the Software to end users. If the Software fails to perform substantially in accordance with the documentation provided to your hardware supplier, PowerQuest will repair or replace the copy of the Software provided to your hardware supplier and will authorize your hardware supplier to provide such repaired or replaced Software to you without charge.
  • Page 120 CD-ROM drive unit (SHARP CE-CD05 recommended) • The created recovery CDs When recovering with the recovery CDs, use one of the recommended drive units (LITEON LSC-24081MX USB Drive (Combo) or SHARP CE- CD05). Otherwise, you may not be able to recover your system properly.
  • Page 121: Backing Up Data

    Backing Up Data Before formatting the hard disk, you should back up your data. For details on how to back up your data, see the Windows Help and Support. Selecting Way To Recover Your System Your computer has two drives (C: and D:) when it was shipped from the factory. You can select the way to recover your system.
  • Page 122 Connect the AC adapter. Be sure to connect the AC adapter. If the battery power becomes significantly low, the installation process will be canceled. Turn on your computer. When the message Press F2 for System Utilities appears on the bottom left of the screen, press F2. Then, the Setup Utility will open. In the Exit menu, select Load Setup Defaults;...
  • Page 123 Intended Purpose: The SOFTWARE PRODUCT is installed on and shipped with a computer manufactured by Sharp. You may use the SOFTWARE PRODUCT only for making a Bootable CD from the recovery image file that is pre-installed on the hard disk.
  • Page 124 Limitation of Liability: In no event shall ECI or Sharp be liable for any special, incidental, indirect, or consequential damages, or for damages for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of business information, or other pecuniary loss, even if ECI or Sharp has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
  • Page 125 Connect the AC adapters to your computer and the external optical drive unit. Be sure to connect the AC adapter. If the battery is completely discharged, the burning CD process will be canceled. Insert a blank CD-R onto the external CD drive unit. (If you see a dialog box or window, close it.) Click start –...
  • Page 126 • Be sure to use one of the recommended drive units (LITEON LSC- 24081MX USB Drive (Combo) or SHARP CE-CD05). Make sure your computer is turned off. If any peripheral devices are connected to your computer, disconnect them.
  • Page 127 Select No and press Enter. In the Exit menu, confirm Exit Saving Changes is highlighted and press Enter twice. Select your optical drive from the options on the screen, then, press Enter. Read the message on the screen, and select the way to recover your system; then, press Enter.
  • Page 128: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter describes how to troubleshoot computer problems. Common Problems Problems with your computer can be caused by something as minor as an unplugged power cord or as major as a damaged hard disk drive. The information in this troubleshooting section is designed to help you find and solve minor problems.
  • Page 129 Trouble when Starting Question: Why doesn't the power indicator or the battery indicator turn • Make sure the AC adapter is correctly connected to the AC adapter jack of your computer. • Make sure the AC power cable is correctly connected to a live wall outlet. Connect another electric equipment to the wall outlet and check whether it is live or not.
  • Page 130 Trouble with Display See the Adjusting Display in Chapter 2 or External Display in Chapter 5. Question: Why is the screen blank? • Press any key to see if any power management feature has turned off the screen to save power. •...
  • Page 131 • Use Display Properties dialog box to change it. (Refer to Chapter 5.) • When you select Extended Desktop mode, Fn+F5 ( ) key combination does not work. Trouble with Keyboard/Glide Pad Question: Why doesn't the keyboard or the glide pad function? •...
  • Page 132 Trouble with Programmable Button Question: Why don’t the actions of the programmable buttons switch automatically? • Confirm Auto change in Programmable Buttons Enhanced Utility menu is checked. • Confirm the box of the application in Auto Change column is checked in Settings of Programmable Buttons Enhanced Utility dialog box.
  • Page 133 • Confirm the CD or files are supported. Trouble with Communication Question: Why can't I communicate through the built-in modem? • Confirm the telephone line is properly connected to the modem jack. • Confirm the dial setting (pulse or tone) of Windows or communication software is matched with the telephone line.
  • Page 134 Type ipconfig/all; then, press Enter. The IP information appears. For the LAN, see the numbers of Physical Address in Ethernet adapter Local Area Connection section. For the Wireless LAN, see the numbers of Physical Address in Ethernet adapter Wireless Network Connection section. Type exit;...
  • Page 135 • Confirm the ESSID of your computer matches the ESSID of the access point you want communicate with. • Confirm the Network key is correctly entered if the WEP security of the access point is enabled. • You may accidentally enable IEEE802.1x authentication. Disable it with the following steps.
  • Page 136 Trouble with Peripherals Question: Why don't peripheral devices function correctly? • Confirm they are correctly connected to your computer. • Confirm they are Windows XP compliant. • Confirm drivers necessary for the devices are installed. • Set System standby and System hibernates to Never in Power Options Properties dialog box.
  • Page 137 Click Performance and Maintenance; then, System. If Classic view is selected, double-click System icon. Click Hardware tab; then, Device Manager. Double-click the device you cannot use. Confirm Use this device (enable) appears in Device usage. Question: Why can't I produce sound? •...
  • Page 138 Index AC adapter Display connecting, 1-3 adjusting orientation, 3-10 using, 2-2 changing brightness, 2-8 Account changing number of colors, 2-8 creating, 2-10 changing resolution, 2-8 switching, 2-10 closing, 1-8 Antenna indicator, 6-9 opening, 1-4 Audio rotating, 2-9, 3-1 connecting audio equipment, 5-8 switching, 2-6, 5-7 connecting headphone, 5-9 troubleshooting, T-3...
  • Page 139 connecting to telephone line, 6-2 troubleshooting, T-6 Glide pad changing configuration, 2-5 clicking and double-clicking, 2-5 drag and drop, 2-5 Network setup utility scroll, 2-5 changing, 6-14 troubleshooting, T-4 deleting, 6-14 using, 2-4 loading, 6-13 switching, 6-13 Hard disk drive troubleshooting, T-5 Passwords changing, 2-12, 7-5...
  • Page 140 copying setting, 3-15 creating setting, 3-14 deleting setting, 3-16 Tablet mode loading, 3-17 handling, 3-3 disabling auto switch, 3-16 switching, 3-2 modifying setting, 3-15 Tablet pen settings box, 3-17 calibrating, 3-10 programmable button menu, 3-14 cleaning, A-5 using, 3-12 ejecting, 3-8 handling, 3-5 inserting, 3-7 pen eject switch, 3-8...
  • Page 141 Index-2...
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