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  • Page 1 TravelMate 7300 Series Notebook Computer User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 Copyright This is a product of Acer Inc. developed to TI specifications. Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks and TravelMate is a trademark of Acer Inc. Texas Instruments, TI and the TI logo are registered trademarks of Texas Instruments Inc.
  • Page 3 About This User’s Guide The following conventions are used in this manual: Notes related to the current topic Warnings about actions that can cause damage. Cautions that help you avoid problems Important reminders. Tips or shortcuts.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Getting Started ... 1 Unpacking Your Computer ... 1 Taking Care of Your Computer ... 2 Cleaning ... 3 AC Adapter ... 3 Battery Pack ... 4 Powering Up Your Computer ... 5 Entering User Information ... 5 Creating Backup and Startup Diskettes ...
  • Page 6 Contents Module Bay... 28 Ejecting a CD... 29 Using the Floppy Drive Module Externally ... 29 Swapping Modules... 30 Audio ... 33 Audio Control ... 34 Ports ... 35 Rear Panel Ports ... 35 Left Panel Ports... 38 Security ... 40 System Resource Lock ...
  • Page 7 Floppy Drive Cable ... 65 PS/2 Y-Bridge Cable ... 66 File Transfer Cable ... 67 Battery Pack ... 68 AC Adapter ... 68 Memory Upgrades ... 69 Hard Disk Upgrades... 72 System Utilities ... 75 Sleep Manager ... 75 Accessing Sleep Manager ... 76 Creating Reserved Space...
  • Page 8 Contents FCC Class B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ... 120 Index ... 121 viii...

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Congratulations on your purchase of the TravelMate 7300 series notebook computer. Guaranteed and backed by world-class support, you can be sure of top-notch performance from your new computer. This section guides you through the first few steps in setting up your computer.

  • Page 10: Taking Care Of Your Computer

    Getting Started Taking Care of Your Computer Your notebook will serve you well if you observe the following guidelines: Do not expose the notebook to prolonged direct sunlight, or sources of heat, such as a radiator. Do not expose the notebook to temperatures below 32ºF (0ºC) or above 122ºF (50ºC).

  • Page 11: Cleaning

    Cleaning Before cleaning the notebook, always disconnect all power to the computer as follows: 1. Close the display lid to turn the notebook off. 2. Disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Remove the battery pack. To clean the notebook case, use a soft cloth moistened with water.

  • Page 12: Battery Pack

    Getting Started Battery Pack The long-lasting Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery pack provides power to your notebook on the go. Here are some things to keep in mind regarding the battery pack: Do not expose the battery pack to temperatures above 122°F (50°C). Use the battery pack only with the TravelMate 7300 series computer.

  • Page 13: Powering Up Your Computer

    Powering Up Your Computer Powering up the computer is as easy as 1-2-3: 1. Insert the Battery Pack. 2. Connect the AC Adapter. 3. Open the Display. Slide Entering User Information When Windows 95 loads for the first time, enter your user information.

  • Page 14: Creating Backup And Startup Diskettes

    Getting Started Creating Backup and Startup Diskettes Windows 95 prompts you to create backup and startup diskettes. Note: If your Windows 95 package contains a Windows 95 CD, you do not need to create backup diskettes for Windows 95. However, you should still create a Windows 95 startup disk.

  • Page 15: Using Diskettes

    Using Diskettes Follow these guidelines when using diskettes with your computer: Always make backup copies of diskettes that contain important data or program files. Keep diskettes away from magnetic fields and sources of heat. Avoid removing a diskette from the drive when the floppy drive activity light is on.

  • Page 16: Travel Tips

    Getting Started Travel Tips Here are some tips on preparing your computer for traveling: 1. Make diskette or tape backup copies of important files on the hard disk. 2. Close the display, making sure the cover latch is secure. 3. Disconnect the AC adapter and all peripherals. 4.
  • Page 17 Getting Started 8. If you are using a modem, check that if the telecommunications system of the country you are traveling in is compatible with the modem and its connector.

  • Page 18: Getting Help

    World Wide Web If you have access to the Internet, visit our home page on the World Wide Web at http://www.acer.com/. There you’ll find the latest information about our products, as well as updates on software drivers and utilities.

  • Page 19: System Tour

    The Travelmate 7300 combines high-performance, versatility, multimedia capabilities, and an advanced power management system in a unique ergonomic and stylish case. Feature Summary The computer is packed with features that make it as easy to work with as it is to look at. Here are some of the computer’s features:...

  • Page 20: Multimedia And Communications

    System Tour Multimedia and Communications 16-bit stereo audio with built-in FM synthesizer and 3D sound effect Built-in microphone and dual angled stereo speakers Support for simultaneous display on the built-in screen and an external monitor for presentations Full-screen, 30 frames per second, true-color MPEG video playback Infrared wireless communication Ergonomics...

  • Page 21: Expandability

    Expandability CardBus PC Card (PCMCIA) slots (two type II/I or one type III) with Zoomed Video port function Mini-dock option with built-in CardBus slots (two type II/I or one type III) USB port onboard Upgradeable memory and hard disk System Tour...

  • Page 22: Display

    System Tour Display The computer’s large graphical display offers excellent viewing, with quality and performance equal to desktop displays. Note: The computer is available with an active matrix TFT display. Opening and Closing the Display To open the display, slide the display lid latch to the right and lift up the lid.

  • Page 23: Indicator Lights

    System Tour Lid Switch When you close the display lid, the computer saves all data either to the hard disk or to memory, depending on the When Lid Is Closed setting (see page 95). When all data is saved, the computer turns itself off.
  • Page 24 System Tour Indicator Light Power Indicator Battery Indicator Icon Description Lights when power is on. Flashes when the computer is in suspend-to-memory mode. Lights when the battery pack is charging. Flashes when battery power is low. Power Indicator Battery Indicator...

  • Page 25: Keyboard

    System Tour Keyboard The computer’s full-size keyboard includes lock keys, an embedded keypad with cursor-control keys, Windows 95 keys, twelve function keys that act as “hot keys” when used in combination with the special Fn key. The keyboard also includes a built-in touchpad pointing device and a comfortable palm rest to provide optimum ergonomics.
  • Page 26 System Tour Tip: When entering a lot of numeric data, toggle on NumLk or attach an external keypad as described on page 61. Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, alphabetical characters appear in uppercase as you type them. Fn+NumLk When Num Lock After Boot is enabled in the (Fn+F11)

  • Page 27: Embedded Keypad

    Embedded Keypad The embedded keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is marked by small characters printed in the upper right corner of the keycaps. (For simplicity, cursor-control symbols are not printed on the keycaps.) To Use With NumLk On Numeric keys Use the keypad keys in the usual...

  • Page 28: Windows 95 Keys

    System Tour Windows 95 Keys The computer keyboard contains two keys that perform Windows 95-specific functions: ÿ and Description ÿ key The same as clicking the Windows 95 Start button. Pressing other keys in combination with the ÿ key performs special functions: ÿ...

  • Page 29: Hot Keys

    Hot Keys The computer’s special Fn key, used in combination with other keys, provides “hot-key” combinations that access system control functions, such as screen contrast, brightness, volume output, and the BIOS setup utility. Note: When using hot-key combinations, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the combination.
  • Page 30 System Tour Hot Key Icon Fn+F4 Fn+F5 Fn+F6 Fn+F7 Fn+F8 Fn+F9 Fn+Ctrl+ Function Description Screen Blanks the screen to Blackout save power; to wake up the screen, press any key Display Switches display Toggle from the built-in display, to an external monitor, to both built-in and external if one is...
  • Page 31 Hot Key Icon Function Volume Down Fn+Ctrl+ Balance Right Fn+Ctrl+ Balance Left Fn+Ctrl+ Fn+ ÿ + Brightness Fn+ ÿ + Brightness Down Fn+ ÿ + Contrast Up Fn+ ÿ + Contrast Down Fuel Gauge Fuel Gauge Down Fuel Gauge Right Fuel Gauge Left Fn+1...
  • Page 32 System Tour Eject Menu The Fn+F9 hot-key combination brings up a special eject menu that allows you to perform several system configuration functions. Eject Options: Battery (Suspend-to-disk) ... Change CD-ROM Disc (Also Fn+1) ... Eject Mini Dock (Suspend) ... Change Power Off ...

  • Page 33: Touchpad

    Touchpad The ergonomically-positioned touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. The pointer moves on the screen in response to the movement of your finger on the surface of the touchpad. Move your finger across the touchpad to move the pointer on the screen.
  • Page 34 System Tour Function Left Button Execution Double- click Selection Click once Drag Click and hold to drag the pointer Access Context Menu To change Touchpad or pointer characteristics, see page 84. Notes: Keep your fingers and the touchpad dry and clean when using the touchpad.

  • Page 35: Palm Rest

    Palm Rest The curved palm rest located below the keyboard provides a comfortable place to rest your hands as you type. Tip: The palm rest helps prevent repetitive strain injury to your wrists and fingers. System Tour...

  • Page 36: Storage

    System Tour Storage The computer provides high-capacity storage on a 2.5-inch Enhanced-IDE hard disk. The computer also contains a bay that accepts removable modules—a CD-ROM drive, a floppy drive or a second hard disk option. Hard Disk The hard disk can be upgraded when you need more storage space.

  • Page 37: Ejecting A Cd

    Ejecting a CD To eject a CD, press Fn+1 or press the eject button on the CD-ROM drive, or use your software application’s CD eject command. (There may be a few seconds delay before the CD is ejected.) Tip: To eject a CD using Windows 95, double- click My Computer, right-click the CD-ROM drive icon, and select the Eject command from the context menu that appears.

  • Page 38: Swapping Modules

    3. Connect the other end of the cable to the floppy drive module. Swapping Modules The TravelMate 7300 Series notebook computer allows you to hot-swap modules in and out of the module bay. With hot-swap functionality, you do not need to turn off your computer or put the computer in suspend mode to swap modules.
  • Page 39 for CD-ROM for floppy drive for hard disk for no module installed or when the computer is detecting the module type installed in the module bay To hot-swap modules, follow these steps: 1. Left-click on the module bay icon on the taskbar ( 2.
  • Page 40 System Tour 5. Insert the new module securely into the module bay until it snaps into position. The computer updates your system information and the bay icon on the taskbar.

  • Page 41: Audio

    Audio The computer includes 16-bit stereo audio with a built-in FM synthesizer, dual, angled speakers, a built-in sensitive microphone, and two audio ports on the computer’s left panel for external audio devices. For information on connecting external audio devices, see page 58. The dual, angled speakers are located on both sides of the display hinge and direct sound toward you, creating a unique audio chamber that...

  • Page 42: Audio Control

    System Tour Audio Control The computer provides several hot keys that allow you to control audio output: Hot Key Icon Fn+F7 Fn+Ctrl+ Fn+Ctrl+ Fn+Ctrl+ Fn+Ctrl+ Caution: Audio settings you make with hot keys are in effect only for a single session— that is, until you turn off the computer.

  • Page 43: Ports

    Ports The computer’s ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer just as you would to a desktop PC. The main ports are found on the computer’s rear panel. The computer’s left panel contains the computer’s multimedia ports and PC card slots.
  • Page 44 System Tour Port DC-in port PS/2 port Serial port (UART16650 -compatible) Parallel port (EPP/ECP- compliant) Mini dock connector External CRT port USB port Infrared port Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port The computer’s USB (Universal Serial Bus) port located on the rear panel allows you to connect peripherals without occupying too many resources.
  • Page 45 System Tour Fast Infrared (FIR) Port The computer’s FIR (fast infrared) port located on the rear panel allows you to transfer data to IR- aware machines without cables. For example, you can transfer data between two IR-capable computers, or send data to an IR-aware printer without using a cable.

  • Page 46: Left Panel Ports

    System Tour Left Panel Ports The computer’s left side panel contains the computer’s multimedia ports and PC card slots, as shown in the illustration on the next page. 1 PC Card Slots 2 Microphone-in/Line-in Port 3 Speaker-out/Line-out Port Port PC Card slots Microphone-in/ Line-in Speaker-out/...
  • Page 47 PC Card Slots The computer contains two PC card slots on the left panel that accommodate two type I/II or one type III PC card(s). Consult your dealer for available PC card options. For information on how to use the PC card slots, see page 56. Multimedia Ports The computer provides a Mic-In/Line-in port and a Speaker-out/Line-out port on the left panel to...

  • Page 48: Security

    System Tour Security The computer includes both hardware and software features to secure your computer. A hardware security notch located on the left panel of the computer lets you connect a standard key- based computer security lock. Circle or wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or locked drawer handle.

  • Page 49: Power

    The computer operates on AC or battery power. This section contains the information you need to know to operate the computer on battery power. This section also includes information about the computer’s unique power management system. Battery Pack The computer uses a single high-capacity Lithium- Ion smart battery pack that gives you longer use between charges.

  • Page 50: Removing And Installing The Battery Pack

    Power Tips: Whenever possible, use the AC adapter. The battery will come in handy when you travel or during a power failure. It is advisable to have an extra fully-charged battery pack available for backup. If the computer is to be stored for more than two weeks, it is best to remove the battery pack.

  • Page 51: Charging The Battery

    To install the battery pack, simply reverse the procedure as follows: 1. Insert the battery pack into the battery compartment. 2. Slide the battery compartment cover latch toward the rear of the computer until it snaps into position. Charging the Battery To charge the battery, place the battery pack inside the battery compartment and plug the AC adapter into the computer and an electrical outlet.

  • Page 52: Checking The Battery Level

    Power Rapid Charge The computer uses rapid charge when the computer is in suspend mode with a powered AC adapter connected. Using rapid charge, a depleted battery charges fully in approximately two hours. Charge-In-Use The computer uses charge-in-use when the computer is in use with a powered AC adapter connected.
  • Page 53 With the battery-pack gauge Onscreen Fuel Gauge The onscreen fuel gauge provides a graphic representation and shows the percentage of the present battery level. To view the onscreen fuel gauge, press Fn+F6. (If a powered AC adapter is connected, a plug icon shows in the onscreen fuel gauge.) Press and hold Fn and the cursor keys to move the fuel gauge around the screen.

  • Page 54: Optimizing Battery Life

    Power Battery Pack Gauge The battery pack gauge allows you to check the battery charge level when it is not installed in the computer. Simply press the fuel gauge button on the battery pack. The lights on the fuel gauge show the charge level as follows: Lights (LEDs) Lit lllll...

  • Page 55: Low-Battery Warning

    Set the When Lid is Closed parameter to Suspend to Disk. See page 95. Use the AC adapter whenever possible, reserving the battery for on-the-go computing. Keep the battery pack in the computer when the computer is powered by the AC adapter. A constant trickle charge maintains the battery level.
  • Page 56 Power The fuel gauge (accessed via Fn+F6) turns red. When a low-battery warning occurs, you have about fifteen minutes of power left. If you do not connect the AC adapter or install a backup battery pack within fifteen minutes, the computer saves your data and shuts down.
  • Page 57 The following table gives you the recommended courses of action when you encounter a low- battery warning. Situation Recommended Action AC adapter and 1. Connect the AC adapter to the power outlet are computer to begin charging the available battery. 2.

  • Page 58: Advanced Power Management

    Power Advanced Power Management The computer supports the Advanced Power Management (APM) standard defined by Microsoft and Intel. Tip: Advanced Power Management greatly prolongs battery life. Use APM whenever possible. To use Advanced Power Management, follow these steps: 1. Click the Start button and select Settings, Control Panel.

  • Page 59: Heuristic Power Management

    Power Heuristic Power Management The computer uses a new power management technique called Heuristic Power Management (HPM) to take advantage of APM’s power-saving features without degrading performance. HPM allows the computer to provide maximum power conservation and maximum performance. Power-management methods used by most computers are timer-based.

  • Page 60: Suspend To Disk

    Power Suspend to Disk Suspend to Memory Note: If an external monitor is connected to the computer, the computer does not enter either suspend mode when you close the display. To enter suspend mode, disconnect the external monitor, and then open and reclose the display. Suspend to Disk Upon entering suspend-to-disk mode, the computer stores all current data and system...

  • Page 61: Suspend To Memory

    Caution: If the battery runs out of power while the AC adapter is not connected, the computer enters suspend-to-disk mode, regardless of the When Lid Is Closed setting. The computer exits suspend-to-disk mode and returns to normal mode when you open the display.
  • Page 62 Power Note: The computer also enters suspend-to- memory mode whenever an attempt to suspend to disk fails—for example, if the suspend-to-disk file is absent or invalid. When the computer enters suspend-to-memory mode, the power indicator ( ) flashes. The computer exits suspend-to-memory mode and returns to normal mode when: You open the display You press any key...

  • Page 63: Peripherals And Options

    Peripherals and Options The computer provides excellent connectivity and expansion capabilities. This section describes how to connect peripherals and hardware options to the computer and how to upgrade your computer. (For a complete list of available options and upgrades, consult your dealer.) Printers The computer supports both parallel and serial printers.

  • Page 64: Pc Cards

    Peripherals and Options PC Cards Credit-card-sized PC cards (PCMCIA cards) enhance the usability and expandability of your computer. The computer provides two type I/II PC Card slots (or one type III slot) on the computer’s left side panel. Common type II cards include flash memory, SRAM, fax/data modems, LAN and SCSI cards.
  • Page 65 Peripherals and Options Flip out the slot eject button of the slot where the card is inserted and … … press the slot eject button to eject the card.

  • Page 66: Audio Devices

    Peripherals and Options Audio Devices You can connect audio devices to the line-in ( and line-out ( panel. Use the line-in port to connect a 3.5-mm mini-jack microphone or other line-in device. Use the line-out port to connect external amplified speakers or headphones.

  • Page 67: External Monitor

    Peripherals and Options External Monitor You can connect an external monitor to the CRT port ( ) on the computer’s rear panel. See your monitor manual for any additional instructions. With an external monitor connected to the computer, you can display your data on the external monitor, the built-in display, or both simultaneously.

  • Page 68: External Keyboard

    Peripherals and Options External Keyboard You can connect any PS/2-compatible keyboard to the computer. Simply plug the external keyboard into the PS/2 connector ( rear panel. Tip: To connect two devices to the PS/2 port, such as an external keyboard and a mouse, use a PS/2 Y-bridge cable.

  • Page 69: External Keypad

    Peripherals and Options External Keypad You can connect any PS/2-compatible numeric keypad to the computer. Simply plug the keypad into the PS/2 connector ( ) on the computer’s rear panel.

  • Page 70: External Pointing Device

    Peripherals and Options External Pointing Device You can connect a serial or PS/2-compatible mouse or similar pointing device to the computer. To connect a serial pointing device, plug the device into the serial port ( panel. Serial mouse Note: To enable the serial mouse, use the Add New Hardware tool in the Windows 95 Control Panel.

  • Page 71: Usb Devices

    Peripherals and Options USB Devices You can connect a USB (Universal Serial Bus) peripheral device to your computer. This peripheral standard allows you to connect USB devices to your computer without using up your system resources. Most USB devices have a built-in USB port onto themselves which allows you to daisy-chain other USB devices.

  • Page 72: Mini Dock

    Peripherals and Options Mini Dock The mini dock allows you to connect your computer to various peripherals, and includes two additional CardBus slots. Consult your dealer for details. For connection instructions, see the guide included with the mini dock.

  • Page 73: Floppy Drive Cable

    Peripherals and Options Floppy Drive Cable The floppy drive cable allows you to use your floppy drive module externally. To connect the cable, open the computer’s rear port cover and connect the 25-pin connector end of the floppy drive cable to the computer’s parallel port ( ). Then connect the other end to the floppy drive module.

  • Page 74: Ps/2 Y-Bridge Cable

    Peripherals and Options PS/2 Y-Bridge Cable The PS/2 Y-bridge cable allows you to connect a PS/2 mouse and a PS/2 keyboard to the computer’s PS/2 port. Plug the single-connector end of the Y-bridge cable into the computer’s PS/2 port. Then attach the connector with the mouse icon to the PS/2 mouse cable, and the connector with the keyboard icon to the PS/2 keyboard.

  • Page 75: File Transfer Cable

    Peripherals and Options File Transfer Cable You can use the file transfer cable to transfer data between the computer and other computers. Connect one end of the file transfer cable to the parallel port ( ) on the computer’s rear panel, and connect the other end to the other computer’s parallel port.

  • Page 76: Battery Pack

    Peripherals and Options Battery Pack It is good practice to have a spare battery pack around, especially when you travel. The Li-Ion (lithium-ion) smart battery supplies more power than a conventional NiMH (nickel metal-hydride) battery. With power management, you get even more power on-the-go.

  • Page 77: Memory Upgrades

    Peripherals and Options Memory Upgrades Memory is upgradeable up to 128 MB, employing 64-bit soDIMMs (small outline Dual Inline Memory Modules) in 8, 16, 32 and 64 MB configurations. The following table lists the possible memory configurations. Slot 1 16 MB 16 MB 0 MB 32 MB...
  • Page 78 Peripherals and Options Caution: When installing memory, we recommend you seek the help of a qualified service technician. Improper installation can damage the memory module or the computer. Warning! Electronic components can be damaged by static electricity. To avoid damage, always wear a wrist grounding strap (available at most electronic stores) when handling electronic components.
  • Page 79 Peripherals and Options 6. Replace the memory door and secure it with the screw. 7. Open the display to turn on the computer. After new memory modules have been installed, the system automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size. 4.

  • Page 80: Hard Disk Upgrades

    Peripherals and Options Hard Disk Upgrades Larger capacity hard disks are available as an upgrade. The computer uses a 2.5-inch Enhanced- IDE hard disk. The following table shows the currently supported hard disks. Consult your dealer for additional hard disks that may be available.
  • Page 81 Peripherals and Options 8. Replace the hard disk door and secure it with the screws. 9. Open the display to turn on the computer. Note: An additional hard disk can also come in the form of a module that swaps with the floppy drive or CD-ROM drive in the module bay.
  • Page 82 Peripherals and Options to your dealer for details.

  • Page 83: System Utilities

    The computer comes pre-loaded with the following system utilities and drivers: Sleep Manager suspend-to-disk utility Touchpad driver Display driver Audio driver System core logic driver File-transfer utility PC Card slot driver and application Note: Your computer may also have several application programs pre-loaded.

  • Page 84: Accessing Sleep Manager

    System Utilities Note: Sleep Manager starts and adjusts the space needed for suspend-to-disk mode automatically every time you start Windows 95. You do not need to access Sleep Manager for routine use of your computer. Accessing Sleep Manager To access Sleep Manager, click the Windows 95 Start button.

  • Page 85: Creating Reserved Space

    The Enable Indicator on Taskbar check box allows you to choose whether or not a Sleep Manager status icon appears on the Windows 95 taskbar. Select this check box to enable the icon; clear the check box if you prefer not to see the Sleep Manager icon on the taskbar.
  • Page 86 System Utilities When you click the Create button, the following dialog box appears: Click Ok to have Sleep Manager automatically create the required space based on the onboard system information. Or, you can click Advanced to choose the location and size of the reserved space. When you click Advanced, the following dialog appears: Sleep Manager checks the system configuration...
  • Page 87 If Sleep Manager cannot find the required space on the hard disk during the space creation process, it displays the message “Not Enough Space for Allocation.” Not Enough Space for Allocation When Sleep Manager creates the space on the hard disk, several situations can cause the appearance of the message Not Enough Space for Allocation: The amount of free space on the drive is less...

  • Page 88: Removing A Reserved Space

    System Utilities You are using disk compression and the amount of free space on the uncompressed host drive is less than Sleep Manager needs. Sleep Manager works with most compression software. However, Sleep Manager can only create reserved space on the uncompressed host drive.

  • Page 89: Minimizing Sleep Manager

    Minimizing Sleep Manager Click the Minimize button on Sleep Manager’s window to minimize Sleep Manager and allow it to run in the background. If the Enable Indicator on Taskbar check box is selected, the Sleep Manager icon will appear on the taskbar. You can then restore the Sleep Manager window when you need it, by double-clicking the taskbar icon.

  • Page 90: Uninstalling Sleep Manager

    System Utilities Error Message BIOS not compliant with Sleep Manager. This machine does not have a power management unit. You cannot run Sleep Manager without PMU. The APM driver for Windows is not installed. Use Windows Setup to install the APM driver before you run Sleep Manager.
  • Page 91 Uninstalling Sleep Manager Uninstalling Sleep Manager removes the Sleep Manager utility from your hard disk. Caution: Uninstalling Sleep Manager does not remove the hard disk space reserved for suspend-to-disk mode. Therefore, you can still use the suspend-to-disk feature. However, uninstalling Sleep Manager prevents the automatic adjustment of reserved disk space, and is not recommended.

  • Page 92: Touchpad Driver

    System Utilities Touchpad Driver The computer’s built-in touchpad works with most mouse drivers, but the pre-loaded touchpad driver provides additional functions that work only with the touchpad. To configure these additional functions, follow these steps: 1. Click the Start button and select Settings, Control Panel.

  • Page 93: Bios Setup Utility

    BIOS Setup Utility The computer BIOS setup utility allows you to configure the computer and its hardware settings. The computer comes correctly configured, and you do not need to run the BIOS setup utility to use the computer. However, you might need to use the BIOS utility if you want to customize the way your computer works, or if you receive an error message after making hardware or software changes.

  • Page 94: About My Computer

    System Utilities Press Fn+F2 to access the BIOS setup utility. You will see the BIOS Utility main screen shown below. = Move Highlight Bar, Press to highlight the menu item you want. Then press Enter to access the highlighted item. Press Esc to exit.
  • Page 95 The following table tells you what each of the items on the About My Computer screens are. Item Description System System architecture information Architecture System BIOS BIOS version System ID ID information on major components Processor Processor type and speed Coprocessor Coprocessor type Internal Cache (L1)

  • Page 96: System Configuration

    System Utilities Item PCMCIA Slot 1 Parallel Port Serial Port IrDA (FIR) Onboard USB AC Adapter Main Battery Onboard Audio Base Address MPU Base Address IRQ Setting DMA Channel System Configuration Selecting System Configuration presents a Basic System Configuration screen, where you can change several items in your computer’s configuration.
  • Page 97 Date and Time The current date is in “Day-of-the-week Month Day, Year” format—for example, [Mon Aug 11, 1997]. The current time is in “Hour:Minutes:Seconds” format. The system uses a 24-hour clock—for example, 6:25:50 PM appears as 18:25:50. Floppy Drives The default setting for Floppy Drive A is 1.44 MB 3.5-inch.
  • Page 98 System Utilities The Hard Disk 1 entry is used when a CD-ROM drive module or second IDE drive option is installed in the module bay. Num Lock After Boot When set to Enabled, Num Lock After Boot tells the computer to turn on Num Lock automatically on startup, activating the keyboard’s embedded numeric keypad.

  • Page 99: Advanced System Configuration

    Fast Boot When set to Enabled, the computer bypasses the memory tests to speed up the boot-up process. The default setting is Disabled. Advanced System Configuration For advanced users, the System Configuration menu item contains two hidden pages that allow you to view and configure more technical aspects of the computer.
  • Page 100 System Utilities Internal Cache Internal cache refers to cache built into the CPU. When enabled, this setting boosts system performance. It is also called CPU cache or L1 (level one) cache. The default setting is Enabled. External Cache External cache greatly increases system performance by lessening the load on main memory.
  • Page 101 Multiple Sectors Read/Write. This parameter enhances hard disk performance by reading/writing more data at once. The available values are: Auto or Disabled. The default Auto setting allows the system to adjust itself to the optimum read/write setting. Advanced PIO Mode. Advanced PIO (Programmed Input/Output) Mode enhances drive performance by optimizing the hard disk timing.
  • Page 102 System Utilities The default values are Enabled, 3F8h and 4. IrDA (FIR). The IrDA (FIR) parameter can be set to Enabled or Disabled. The Base Address parameter accepts the following values: 3F8h, 2F8h, 3E8h or 2E8h. The IRQ parameter accepts 3 or 10. The DMA Channel parameter accepts 3, 0 or 1.

  • Page 103: Power Saving Options

    Onboard USB When enabled, you can connect USB devices to the onboard USB port on the rear of the computer. The default setting is Enabled. Reset PnP Resources The system resources are already properly configured. If resource conflicts arise, you can set this parameter to Yes to reset and reallocate PnP resources, after which the BIOS automatically resets this parameter to No, which is the default...
  • Page 104 System Utilities Suspend to Memory. With this setting, the computer saves all data to memory when you close the display or press the suspend hot key Fn+Esc ( ). The computer wakes up when you reopen the display or press any key. Note: If an external monitor is connected to the computer, the computer will not enter suspend mode if you close the display.

  • Page 105: System Security

    System Utilities Resume On Modem Rings You can set the computer to resume from suspend-to-memory mode upon detection of a specific number of modem rings, ranging from 1 to 7. Enabling this option overrides the suspend-to- disk function. Note: This function is currently unavailable. Resume On Schedule When this parameter is set to Enabled, the computer resumes from suspend-to-memory mode...
  • Page 106 System Utilities Important! If a password is currently present, the system prompts you to input the password before entering the System Security screen. Supervisor and User Passwords The supervisor and user passwords both prevent unauthorized access to the computer. When these passwords are present, the computer prompts for the user or supervisor password during system boot-up and resume from suspend.
  • Page 107 3. Retype your password and press Enter to verify your first entry. After you set a password, the computer sets the Supervisor Password (or User Password) parameter to Present. The next time you boot up, resume from suspend mode, run the BIOS setup utility, or unlock system resources, the password prompt appears and you must type the supervisor or user password to continue.
  • Page 108 System Utilities With this parameter set to Normal, the floppy drive functions normally. When the parameter is set to Write Protect All Sectors, all write functions to the floppy drive are disabled, but you can still read from a disk in the floppy drive. When the parameter is set to Write Protect Boot Sector, all write functions to the boot sector of the disk in the floppy drive are disabled.
  • Page 109 Setting Description A: then C: System boots from the diskette in floppy drive (default) A. If the diskette is missing or a non-system diskette, the system boots from hard disk C. C: then A: System boots from hard disk C. If the hard disk is a non-system disk, the system boots from floppy drive A.

  • Page 110: Reset To Default Settings

    System Utilities Reset To Default Settings When you select the Reset To Default Settings from the BIOS Utility main screen, a dialog box appears asking you to confirm that you want to reset all settings to their factory defaults.

  • Page 111: Appendix

    Troubleshooting This section tells how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the system. Do not attempt to open the system by yourself. Contact your dealer or an TravelMate authorized service center for assistance.
  • Page 112 Appendix Question Answer What do I do if my Every machine should have a fail-safe switch as a computer hangs last resort, even a computer. Desktops have a reset and rebooting button and the computer has one too. It not only resets the machine, but it also re-synchronizes the doesn’t solve the computer and its devices for a successful restart.
  • Page 113 Question Answer I opened the Look at the power indicator ( ) on the display display but the panel. computer does not If the indicator is not lit, no power is being applied start or boot-up. to the computer. Check the following: If you are running on battery power, it may be low and unable to power the computer.
  • Page 114 Appendix Question Answer The computer’s power management system Nothing appears automatically blanks the display to save power. on the display. Just press any key to turn the display on. If pressing a key does not turn the display on, two things might be the cause: The contrast and/or brightness might be too low.
  • Page 115 Question Answer Do the following: The printer does not work. Make sure that the printer is turned on and is connected to a power outlet. Make sure the printer cable is connected securely to the computer’s parallel port and to the corresponding port on the printer.

  • Page 116: Startup Error Messages

    Appendix Startup Error Messages If you receive an error message during system startup, note the message and take corrective action. The following table lists the error messages in alphabetical order together with the recommended course of action. Error Message Disk Boot Failure Diskette Drive Type Mismatch Equipment Configuration...
  • Page 117 Caution: When you reconfigure the computer with the BIOS setup utility, you must restart the system for the changes to take effect. To restart the system during startup, press Ctrl+Alt+Del before Windows 95 begins loading. To restart from Windows 95, click the Start button, and select Shutdown, Restart the Computer.

  • Page 118: Specifications

    Appendix Specifications Item Standard Microprocessor Intel Pentium processor with MMX™ technology Memory System/Main 32MB Dual 64-bit memory banks External cache 512KB L2 cache (synchronous SRAM) Flash BIOS 256KB Storage system One 2.5-inch, high- capacity Enhanced-IDE hard disk One high-speed IDE CD-ROM drive module One 3.5-inch, 1.44MB floppy drive module...
  • Page 119 Item Standard Audio system 16-bit stereo audio with built-in FM synthesizer Built-in microphone and dual angled speakers Communications system Operating system Windows 95 Keyboard and 84-/85-key with Win95 pointing device keys Touchpad (centrally- located on palm rest) I/O ports One 9-pin RS-232 serial port (UART16550- compatible) One 25-pin parallel port...
  • Page 120 Appendix Item Standard I/O ports One 15-pin CRT port (continued) One 6-pin PS/2 connector One 240-pin mini dock connector One type III or two type II PC Card slot(s) One fast infrared port (IrDA-compliant) One 3.5mm mini-jack microphone-in/line-in port One 3.5mm mini-jack speaker-out/line-out port One USB port...
  • Page 121 Item Standard Humidity (non-condensing) Operating 20% to 80% RH Non-operating 20% to 80% RH AC adapter 100 to 240Vac, 50 to 60Hz autosensing AC adapter Battery pack Type 57WH Lithium-Ion battery with intelligent charging and built-in battery gauge 2-hour rapid-charge Charge time 4-hour in-use charge Appendix...

  • Page 122: System Memory Map

    Appendix System Memory Map Address Range Definition 000000 - 09FFFF 640 KB memory 0A0000 - 128 KB video RAM 0BFFFF 0C0000 - Video BIOS 0CBFFF CC000 - CDFFF System CardBus CE000 - CFFFF MiniDock CardBus 0F0000 - 0FFFFF 64 KB system BIOS 10000 - 7FFFF Extended memory 80000 - 27FFF...
  • Page 123 Address Range Device 260 - 26F Audio 280 - 28F Audio 278 - 27F Parallel port 3 2E8 - 2EF COM 4 2F8 - 2FF COM 2 - IrDA 300 - 301 MPU-401 port - default 310 - 311 MPU-401 port 320 - 321 MPU-401 port 330 - 321...

  • Page 124: Interrupts

    Appendix Interrupts Interrupt Source Device IRQ 0 System Timer IRQ 1 Keyboard IRQ 2 Cascade IRQ 3 IrDA / 2F8h IRQ 4 Serial Port 1 / 3F8h IRQ 5 Audio IRQ 6 Floppy Disk Controller (FDC) IRQ 7 Parallel Port IRQ 8 Real Time Clock (RTC) IRQ 9...

  • Page 125: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
  • Page 126 Appendix 9. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating.

  • Page 127: Canadian Doc Notice

    g. Replace battery with the same type as the product's battery we recommend. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Refer battery replacement to a qualified serviceman. 13. Warning! Battery may explode if not handled properly. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.

  • Page 128: Interference Statement

    Appendix FCC Class B Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 129: Index

    about my computer, 86 AC adapter, 3 addresses. See base addresses; memory addresses advanced PIO mode, 93 advanced power management, 50 audio, 32–34, 58 hot keys, 34 balance, 23, 34 base addresses I/O map, 114 memory map, 114 parallel port, 94 serial infrared port, 94 serial port, 93 battery gauge, 22...
  • Page 130 Index display always on, 96 DMA channel, 116 dock. See mini dock eject CD, 23, 24, 29 menu, 22, 24 embedded keypad, 19, 90 equipment configuration error, 108 error messages Sleep Manager, 81 startup, 108 external floppy drive, 29 keyboard, 60 keypad, 61 monitor, 59 mouse, 62...
  • Page 131 Windows 95, 20 LCD expansion mode, 90 lights. See indicator lights line-in port, 39, 58 line-out port, 39, 58 lock keys, 17 lock system resources, 22 memory, 69 installing, 70 memory map, 114 memory size mismatch, 108 mic-in port, 39 microphone, 33, 39, 58 mini dock, 24, 64 missing operating system, 108...
  • Page 132 Index Sleep Manager, 52, 75–83 accessing, 76 creating reserved space, 77 exiting, 81 minimizing, 81 not enough space for allocation, removing reserved space, 80 troubleshooting, 81 uninstalling, 83 sound. See audio speaker-out port, 39 speakers, 22, 33, 39, 58, 107 balance, 23, 34 volume, 22, 34 specifications, 109–13...

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