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  • Page 1 Texas Instruments TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer User’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface...v 1 Taking a First Look Learning About Hardware... 1-2 Learning About Options... 1-7 Learning About Software ... 1-10 2 Learning About Your Computer LCD Screen ... 2-3 Connectors and Ports ... 2-6 Keyboard Keyrs... 2-10 Indicator Lights ... 2-19 3 Getting Started Guidelines &...
  • Page 3 Math Coprocessor Option... 6-9 Other Options ... 6-15 7 Taking Care of Your Computer Do's and Don'ts ... 7-2 Cleaning the TravelMate 3000 WinSX... 7-3 Conserving Battery Power... 7-4 Care and Handling of the Battery ... 7-6 Appendixes Specifications... A-1 Character Sets...B-1...
  • Page 4 The manager must rely on judgment of what is best for Ws or her business. TravelMate, TravelPoint, WinSX, and BatteryPro are trademarks of Texas Instruments Incorporated. The icons used in the Windows Notebook group menus are copyrighted by Texas Instruments incorporated.

  • Page 5: Preface

    Your new Texas Instruments TravelMate lightweight, full-function computer with features and power exceeding many desktop personal computers. The TravelMate 3000 WinSX is equipped with a standard 60- megabyte (MB) internal hard disk drive, standard 4-MB random access memory (RAM), an 80386 SX microprocessor, and factory-installed MS-DOS (version 5.0) and...
  • Page 6 Preface All these options are available from Texas Instruments. Contact your dealer or telephone TI-Express, 1-800-TI PARTS. Unpacking When you open the container in which your computer is packed, you should find the following items: Ethernet adapter SCSI adapter Expansion station...
  • Page 7 One function key template strip If any of the above items are missing, contact your Texas Instruments dealer. Conventions and Symbols Throughout this manual, the following conventions are used to distinguish elements of text: italics Used to denote Setup Program items and settings, key words,...

  • Page 8: About This Manual

    Chapter 1 - Taking A First Look gives users who are not familiar with computers some basic information about the parts of a computer, the software it uses, and a brief overview of the TravelMate 3000 WinSX and its options. Experienced users may only need to skim this chapter.

  • Page 9: Troubleshooting

    TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer. Chapter 7- Taking Care of Your Computer provides information on cleaning your TravelMate 3000 WinSX, as well as caring for your battery and conserving battery power. Appendix A - Specifications lists operating and environmental specifications for your TravelMate 3000 WinSX.
  • Page 10 Getting Support for Your TI Product, Warranty and Service, and a Repair Request Form at the back of the manual describe the standard warranty and outline the proccdure to follow if your TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer ever needs service.

  • Page 11: Taking A First Look

    This chapter tells you about: Computer hardware such as the main circuit board, the display, and the keyboard Hardware options available for your TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer Software operating systems and application programs Contents Learning About Hardware... 1-2 System Board ... 1-3 Microprocessor...

  • Page 12: Learning About Hardware

    Learning About Hardware The standard Texas Instruments TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer looks like this when it is closed. The standard TravelMate 3000 WinSX looks like this when it is set up and ready to operate. 1-2 Taking A First Look...

  • Page 13: System Board

    TravelMate 3000 WinSX's standard hardware and available options. Otherwise, please continue on. The TravelMate 3000 WinSX's standard hardware consists of a system circuit board, a keyboard, an LCD (liquid ciystal display) screen, a hard disk drive, a 3.5-inch floppy diskette drive, serial and parallel I/O (input/output) ports, TravelPoint pointing device port, and other electronic circuits needed to control the display and external options.

  • Page 14: Ram

    M byte (1 M byte) represents 1024 K bytes. K bytes and M bytes are shown in this manual as KB and MB, respectively. The TravelMate 3000 WinSX has a standard RAM size of 4 MB. This can be increased up to 6 MB by installing optional RAM modules.

  • Page 15: Ports And Connectors

    The TravelMate 3000 WinSX's standard hard disk can store up to 60 MB of information- the equivalent of about more than 40 high-density floppies-and can write and read data very quickly.

  • Page 16: Hard Disk Formatting

    512 bytes of data. The computer locates data on the disk by looking for its sector number. The hard disk in your new TravelMate 3000 WinSX is formatted and loaded with software by Texas Instruments during manufacture. Do not format the hard disk.

  • Page 17: Learning About Options

    Express, 1-800-TI-PARTS. See Chapter 6 for more information on most of these options. RAM Modules Your TravelMate 3000 WinSX comes with 4 MB of standard RAM. You can increase this capacity to 6 MB by installing an optional RAM Module Kit (TI Part No. 2566996- 0001).

  • Page 18: Numeric Keypad

    The Numeric Keypad option (TI Part No. 2568033-0001) connects to the right side of the TravelMate 3000 WinSX case, enabling you to more easily type numeric data. The Numeric Keypad layout is similar to the keypad on a fullsized IBM enhanced AT keyboard.

  • Page 19: Printers

    Learning About 0ptions Printers Texas Instruments makes a variety of laser and impact printers you can use with the TravelMate 3000 WinSX, enabling you to a produce hard copy of information you have created. You can connect almost any parallel printer to the TravelMate 3000 WinSX parallel printer port or serial printer to the serial port.

  • Page 20: Learning About Software

    An application program is software that helps you perform business and personal tasks such as word processing, spreadsheet analyses, and graphics presentations. Almost all application programs written to run under MS-DOS on IBM and compatible personal computers can be used with the TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer.

  • Page 21: Learning About Your Computer

    Learning About Your Computer This chapter tells you about: The LCD screen and how to adjust it Ports and connectors on the side panels of the computer case The keyboard and common key assignments The status indicator lights and their meaning Contents LCD Screen ...

  • Page 22: Lcd Screen

    LCD screen Function Keys ... 2-10 Enter ... 2-11 Shift... 2-11 Caps Lock ... 2-11 Tab ... 2-11 Backspace ... 2-12 Ctrl ... 2-12 Alt ... 2-12 Fn ... 2-12 SysRq... 2-12 PrtSC ... 2-12 Cursor Control Keys... 2-13 Esc ... 2-13 Ins ...

  • Page 23: Lcd Screen

    Do not attempt to tilt the screen more than approximately 130 degrees: damage to the hinge can result. If you close the screen with the power still on, the TravelMate 3000 WinSX may beep for about 10 seconds (continuously if OS/2 is executing) and then turn off the display.

  • Page 24: Screen Controls

    LCD Screen You can use the computer with the cover/screen closed, for example, to connect an external monitor to your computer to run a demonstration program. For this purpose, you can disable the cover-closed alarm by changing the Cover Closed Action setting in the Setup Program to Disabled (see Chapter 4).

  • Page 25: Contrast Control

    LCD Screen Contrast Control The Contrast rotary control adjusts the contrast between the displayed image and the background for the best viewing condition. Adjust this control in conjunction with the Brightness control. The Contrast control does not affect power consumption. Standard/Reverse Switch The screen normally displays black characters on a white background.

  • Page 26: Connectors And Ports

    Connectors and Ports Caution: computer's connectors. Right Side Panel The right side panel of the computer contains the numeric keypad connector to connect the optional Numeric Keypad to your computer. A dust cap is provided for the numeric keypad connector. Remove and store this cap in a safe place while the connector is in use.

  • Page 27: Parallel (Printer) Port

    Appendix G. External Monitor Connector The TravelMate 3000 WinSX can display data on either its built-in LCD screen or on an external analog VGA monitor connected to the 15-pin VGA monitor connector. See Chapter 6 for details on compatible external monitors and how to connect them to your computer.

  • Page 28: Rearpanel

    Caution: WinSX Notebook Computer. Other A adapters may not match the power requirements of the TravelMate 3000 WinSX and can cause serious damage to the electronic circuits. Expansion Bus Connector The 120-pin expansion bus connector is provided to attach optional devices such as the...

  • Page 29: Bottom Panel

    Connectors and Ports Bottom Panel The bottom panel of the computer provides access to remove and install the supplied internal battery pack. See Chapter 3 for battery pack removal and installation instructions. Tilt Legs - In the rear corners of the bottom panel are two holes into which you can insert the furnished tilt legs to increase the angle of the keyboard.

  • Page 30: Keyboard Keyrs

    Keyboard Keys The TravelMate 3000 WinSX keyboard provides all the functions of the IBM AT - I 0 1 - style enhanced keyboard. Many keys on the keyboard are similar to those on a standard typewriter, but you may not be familiar with some keys. The following sections describe special function keys not found on a standard typewriter.

  • Page 31: Enter

    This key is also called the Return key by some application programs. Shift The TravelMate 3000 WinSX provides two identical Shift keys. Pressing any alphanumeric key while you press and hold the Shift key generates that key's uppercase character or the symbol at the top of two-character keys. When the Caps Lock key function is on, the Shift keys work in reverse, generating a lowercase character.

  • Page 32: Backspace

    With many applications the Fn (Function) key is used to access numbers, characters, or the functions printed in blue on the fronts of some keys on the TravelMate 3000 WinSX keyboard.

  • Page 33: Cursor Control Keys

    Note: You must first run the MS-DOS utility, GRAPHICS.com, before you can print graphic displays; if not, only text characters are printed. See your MS-DOS User's Guide and Reference for details. You can press the Ctrl-PrtSc keys to toggle on the 'echo" function, during which your printer prints the currently displayed line of data each time you press the Enter key.

  • Page 34: Del

    Using the NumLk Key and the Embedded Numeric Keypad Your TravelMate 3000 WinSX features an embedded keypad (built into the keyboard) that provides the same functions as the discrete numeric keypad on an AT enhanced keyboard. An AT-style numeric keypad provides cursor movement, paging, and other functions in normal mode.

  • Page 35: Num Lock On

    Keyboard Keys The embedded numeric keypad has three modes you can enter by toggling the Fn-F7 (NumLk) keys as signaled by the Num Lock indicator light: off, on, or blinking. The three modes are described below. Num Lock On When the Num Lock indicator light is on, pressing the Fn key with the appropriate keys generates the characters shown in this figure.

  • Page 36: Scrlk

    Keyboard Keys Nurn Lock Blinking When the Num Lock indicator light is blinking-caused by pressing the Fn-F7 (NumLk) keys-the embedded numeric keypad becomes a temporary numeric keypad that does not require you to press any other key. This mode is particularly useful when you have to enter a large quantity of numbers.

  • Page 37: Indicator Lights

    See Chapter 4 for details on using the Setup Program. Stndby (Standby) Pressing the Fn-F4 (Stndby) keys sets the TravelMate 3000 WinSX to the Standby mode and the processor to the " sleep" mode that turns off both the LCD display and the hard disk drive.

  • Page 38: Turbo

    Keyboard Keys Turbo Pressing the Fn-F5 (Turbo) keys increases the CPU processing speed to 20 MHz-if the Turbo indicator is on, the speed is already 20 MHz. When the Turbo feature is off, the CPU runs at 5 or 10 MHz. The Turbo feature uses more battery power but provides faster processing.

  • Page 39: Indicator Lights

    Auto Suspend mode. Low Batt (Battery) If the internal battery pack is installed in the TravelMate 3000 WinSX, the Low Batt light indicates the following: The time variations in the Low Batt indicator functions are affected by the battery charge remaining when you turn on power and may also vary slightly among individual computers.

  • Page 40: Turbo

    Indicator Lights Turbo The Turbo indicator comes on when you set the computer to 20-MHz (using the Setup Program, the Windows Notebook menu Setup icon, or the speed control keys described previously). The Turbo indicator goes off while the computer is in the Standby mode and while the computer is accessing the floppy drive.

  • Page 41: Scroll Lock

    Indicator Lights Scroll Lock The Scroll Lock indicator comes on when you press the ScrLk key to toggle on the scroll lock function and turns off the next time you press the ScrLk key. Learning About Your Computer 2-21...

  • Page 42: Getting Started

    This chapter tells you about: Recommended operating and storage environments for your Texas Instruments TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer How to take care of the computer's hard disk Connecting the AC Adapter and installing, removing, and charging the internal battery pack...
  • Page 43 Installing Applications for Use With TravelPoint ... 3-27 Changing the CONFIG.SYS File... 3-28 Getting Online Help... 3-29 Microsoft Windows Help... 3-29 DOS Commands Description... 3-29 TravelMate 3000 WinSX Utilities Description ... 3-30 3-2 Getting Started Adjusting Appearance ... 3-26 Adjusting Cursor Speed... 3-27...

  • Page 44: Operating Environment

    Operate your Texas Instruments TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer according to the following environmental specifications and operating guidelines. Operating Environment When using your computer, always try to ensure that the temperature and humidity of the surroundings fall within the following ranges.

  • Page 45: Guidelines& Precautions

    Guidelines& Precautions Taking Care of the Hard Disk The hard disk in your TravelMate 3000 WinSX is specially designed to withstand the rigors of travel. The hard disk heads automatically park themselves when the computer is turned off. However, it is still a precision device and careful treatment will prolong its life.
  • Page 46 In case of a hard disk failure, telephone Texas Instruments at 1-800- 847-5757 for information about data recovery. Guidelines & Precaution...

  • Page 47: Providing Power

    Providing Power You can operate your TravelMate 3000 WinSX from ac power of the correct voltage via the furnished AC Adapter. You also can run the computer using the internal battery pack provided with your computer. The first time you use the computer or after the computer has been out of service for several weeks, connect the AC Adapter as described below, both to operate the computer and to recharge the battery pack.

  • Page 48: Providing Power

    Providing Power Connect the AC Adapter to your TravelMate 3000 WinSX as follows. Note: is connected to the computer. Note: side with the indicator lights up. Set the computer's power switch to the off Connect the female connector of the supplied ac cord to the inlet on the AC Adapter body.

  • Page 49: Ac Adapter Indicator Lights

    Providing Power AC Adapter Indicator Lights The two status indicator lights on the AC Adapter signal the following states. Note: connected to the computer an additional 11/2 hours after the amber indicator light on the AC Adapter goes off and the green light turns on. 3-8 Getting Started If you plan to use the TravelPoint pointing device, an external monitor, a printer, or other external devices, connect them to the computer before...

  • Page 50: Handling The Battery Pack

    The battery pack is equipped with thermal fuses to prevent unsafe computer operation. However, if your computer is stored in a very warm place (an automobile trunk, for example), it may not turn on under battery power until the thermal fuses cool to a safe temperature.

  • Page 51: Conditioning The Battery Pack

    Handling the Battery Pack Conditioning the Battery Pack An unconditioned battery-one that is brand-new, one installed in a computer that has not been used for a long time, one that refuses a full charge, or one that has sat 'on the shelf for several months-must be conditioned before it will accept a full charge.
  • Page 52 When the Low Batt indicator light starts blinking and the audible alarm starts beeping, update any work in progress and exit to the MS-DOS prompt. Allow the battery to deep discharge by leaving the computer on until the Low Batt, Power and all other indicators turn off. You can turn off the beeper if it is irritating by pressing the Fn-Ctrl-F4 keys.

  • Page 53: Automatic Discharge

    Standby mode, etc.). Automatic Discharge Your TravelMate 3000 WinSX has an automatic battery discharge circuit that activates when the Low Batt indicator begins blinking. This circuit automatically discharges the battery at a rate sufficient to ensure proper battery conditioning. The automatic discharge...
  • Page 54 Install the internal battery pack in your computer (if not already installed) as described earlier in this chapter, Unplug the AC Adapter and use your computer on battery power. The battery eventually will discharge and the Low Batt indicator will start blinking.

  • Page 55: Removing The Battery Pack

    Handling the Battery Pack Note: require more time-around 3 hours if the power-saving features are active (BatteryPro, hard disk and display time-outs, Standby mode, etc.). Removing the Battery Pack Remove the battery pack from the computer as follows. Note: separate the cover from the battery pack. Do not short out the battery pack. 3-14 Getting Started Leave the AC Adapter connected for 1.5 hours (or more) after the green indicator comes on to charge the battery pack to the 100-percent level.
  • Page 56 Handling the Battery Pack You now can operate the computer solely on ac power via the AC Adapter, or you can install a fully charged battery pack for battery operation. Getting Started 3-15...

  • Page 57: Starting Your Computer

    Starting Your Computer Your new TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer is shipped from the factory with the following software already installed on the hard disk. Follow these steps to start your computer. Note: seconds before turning it on again. The TravelMate 3000 WinSX then loads into memory the Windows memory driver, BatteryPro, MS-DOS, and other utilities, displaying copyright and version-number messages on the screen as each program loads.
  • Page 58 Note: After Windows appears, try changing the setting of the standard/reverse video switch for the most pleasing LCD image. See the Microsoft Windows User's Guide furnished with your new computer for detailed instructions on configuring and using the Windows program. Starting Your Computer Getting Started 3-17...

  • Page 59: Restarting The Computer

    Restarting the Computer You occasionally may want to return the system to its startup state without turning off the power. This is called restarting or rebooting the system (sometimes called a warm boot, as opposed to a cold boot, which involves turning the power off and on again). Caution: the computer.
  • Page 60 Using the Floppy The TravelMate 3000 WinSX floppy drive can read from and write to 3.5-inch, double- sided, high-density (2HD), 1.44 MB floppy diskettes-the equivalent of approximately 800 typed sheets. The floppy drive also can read/write to the lower capacity, 3.5-inch, 720 KB, double-density (2DD) floppies.

  • Page 61: Using The Floppy Drive

    3-20 Getting Started When inserting a floppy into the floppy drive on the right front side of your TravelMate 3000 WinSX, be sure the floppy clicks into place. An improperly inserted floppy can damage both the drive and the floppy.

  • Page 62: Inserting A Floppy Into The Drive

    Before turning off the computer, always remove a floppy from the floppy drive. Inserting a Floppy Into the Drive Insert a floppy diskette into the TravelMate 3000 WinSX floppy drive as follows. Insert the floppy into the drive slot with the label side up and the metal- shutter end first.

  • Page 63: Travelpoing Pointing Device

    TravelPoint Pointing Device The compact, lightweight TravelPoint pointing device furnished with your new TravelMate 3000 WinSX was developed as a mouse-like device to use in the palm of your hand rather than rolling it around on a flat surface. You also can attach the TravelPoint holder to the right side of the TravelMate 3000 WinSX and place the TravelPoint in the holder for use as a fixed pointer.
  • Page 64 TravelPoint Pointing Device You now can use TravelPoint with Windows with no further action, but other application programs may require adding the TIMOUSE device driver to your CONFIG.SYS file as described later in this chapter. If you plan to use the TravelPoint holder, remove the Numeric Keypad connector cover, attach the holder to the right side of the computer as shown in the figure, and tighten the attachment screw.

  • Page 65: Using Travelpoint Controls And Indicators

    TravelPoint Pointing Device Using TravelPoint Controls and Indicators Hold TravelPoint in your hand as shown in the figure, with the two round buttons facing up and the cable coming out at the bottom of your hand. TravelPoint has four controls and one indicator as shown in the following figure.
  • Page 66 TravelPoint Pointing Device Alternate Button - The alternate button corresponds to the right button on a conventional mouse. Press this button when your application program instructs you to press the alternate button. Drag Lock - The drag lock is a special square button enabling you to simulate 'dragging" a mouse across the table (screen) while holding down a button.

  • Page 67: Adjusting The Travelpoint Cursor

    Change Cursor and revert to the default cursors. Refer to the TravelMate 3000 WinSX Battery Pro & Productivity Software Utilities User's Manual furnished with your new computer for details on using the Change Cursor utility.

  • Page 68: Adjusting Cursor Speed

    TravelPoint Pointing Device Adjusting Cursor Speed You can adjust TravelPoint cursor speed, which is the time the pointer image reacts to your manual commands. A faster speed may be better for menu operations: a slower speed may be preferable for detailed work. You can adjust speed while operating within Windows by selecting the Control Panel from the Main Menu, double click on the mouse icon, and adjust speed up or down.

  • Page 69: Changing The Config.sys File

    TravelPoint Pointing Device Changing the CONFIG.SYS File If one of your own application programs works with a mouse but you must supply the mouse device driver, change the CONFIG.SYS file as follows using the furnished MS- DOS Edit program or your own word processor. If the CONFIG.SYS file is the original file delivered with your computer, delete the characters REM and the space following on the last line of the file reading "REM DEVICE=C:...

  • Page 70: Getting Online Help

    Getting Online Help Your TravelMate 3000 WinSX offers a variety of easily accessed online help displays of general and specific information to help you use your computer. Microsoft Windows Help Windows offers extensive onscreen help displays, accessible by clicking your TravelPoint (or other mouse device) on the menus or by pressing the F1 key or the Alt-H keys at most Windows menus.

  • Page 71: Getting Online Help

    BatteryPro & Productivity Software User's Manual furnished with your computer for instructions. TravelMate 3000 WinSX Utilities Description You can view the Utilities Description help file by pressing the F1 key at the Laptop Manager main menu, or by typing at the MS-DOS C:\> Prompt: NBHELP and pressing the Enter key.

  • Page 72: Customizing Your Computer

    This chapter tells you about: How to enter and exit the Setup Program to customize your TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer Using the Setup Program to configure the computer for your operating environment Contents Accessing the Setup Program ... 4-3 Disk-Based Setup Program...
  • Page 73 Contents Power Savings... 4-12 Screen ... 4-16 Keyboard... 4-18 System Configurations ... 4-18 External Communications, Page 3... 4-20 Parallel Port ... 4-20 TravelPoint ... 4-20 Standard Comm ... 4-21 Option Comm ... 4-22 4-2 Customizing Your Computer Timeout Interval... 4-13 Timeout Action ...

  • Page 74: Accessing The Setup Program

    Accessing the Setup Program You can customize many computer operating parameters so that your Texas Instruments TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer always powers up with your settings. You can access any of the three Setup Programs to specify hardware and software configurations.

  • Page 75: Windows-Based Setup Program

    Accessing the Setup Program Windows-Based Setup Program You can also access a condensed version of the Setup Program from the Windows Notebook menu (the first page categories are omitted). You can click on the categories and items to make your changes and selections. To view help displays describing each item, click on the menu bar Help item, or press the F1 key.

  • Page 76: Exiting The Disk And Rom Setup Programs

    Disk and ROM Setup Program Key Functions Function +, Space Bar, select next available value for highlighted item select previous available value for highlighted item move highlight to first item in next category Shift-Tab move highlight to first item in previous category move highlight to next item move highlight to previous item Home...

  • Page 77: Exiting The Windows-Based Setup Program

    Accessing the Setup Program Exiting the Windows-Based Setup Program When you have completed your Setup Program settings, click on the word File on the menu bar (or press the Alt-F keys) and then click on the word Exit. If you have made any changes to the Setup Program paramters, Windows displays an exit menu at which you can click on the three buttons to save, not save, or cancel the exit request and return to the Setup menu.

  • Page 78: System Options

    System Options, Page 1 When you first load the Setup Program, it displays page of the three-page Setup Program. Clock The computer has a battery-operated clock that keeps track of the time and date. This category enables you to set or correct the current time and date. Time This item sets the current time.

  • Page 79: Date Display

    System Options, Page 1 Date Display This item enables you to choose either the U.S. 12-hour or European 24-hour time display. Memory The memory category specifies the type and amount of memory and how you want memory allocated in the computer. Standard Memory This item specifies the amount of memory to allocate to the main memory.

  • Page 80: Unused Memory

    Unused Memory This item is informational, showing the amount of memory not currently allocated to the other memory items. Unused memory should always equal 0 (zero). Use the guidelines for allocating memory in the next section to make the Unused item equal 0. Guidelines for Allocating Memory Consider the following guidelines when allocating memory among the memory items.

  • Page 81: Diskette Drives

    System Options, Page 1 When you start (boot or reboot) the TravelMate 3000 WinSX, the Setup Program checks the total memory available. If your settings exceed total available memory, the computer displays an error message the next time it boots, asking you to run the 'SET_UP" program.

  • Page 82: Hard Disk 2

    System Options, Page 1 Hard Disk 2 The Hard Disk 2 category is provided to configure a future hard disk drive option or third- party drive. If you connect an external Type 48 drive, you must also set the Cylinders, Heads, Write Precompensation, Landing Zone, and Sectors items.

  • Page 83: User Features

    User Features, Page 2 Press the Fn-dd (PgDn) keys to continue to page 2 of the Setup Program. Page 2 provides power-savings, display control, keyboard-lock, and alarm configuration categories. Power Savings The Power Savings category enables you to specify the timeout (or delay) period of several power-saving functions.

  • Page 84: Timeout Interval

    Note: See the BatteryPro & Productivity Software User's Manual for more information on getting the most computer run-time from a battery charge. Timeout Interval After a selected period of no input from the keyboard or the TravelPoint, the system automatically turns off the display and/or enters a low power mode-called Auto Suspend mode-which is similar to the Standby mode invoked by pressing the Stndby (Fn-F4) keys.

  • Page 85: Wakeup Interval

    User Features, Page 2 Wakeup Interval The Wakeup Interval item sets the time delay period for the Wakeup Action described below. The values are 5, 10, 15, and 20 Minutes. The default setting is 10 Minutes. Wakeup Action The Wakeup Action item selects if the LCD comes on when the Wakeup Interval period ends (Backlight On) or if the LCD remains off (Backlight Off) when the computer "wakes up.' The default is Backlight On.

  • Page 86: Default Cpu Speed

    Note: Although turning off the hard disk when not in use conserves battery charge life, you may note slower disk access times because the computer must wait for the disk motor to reach operating speed before accessing data. Default CPU Speed This item specifies the CPU speed used when the computer boots.

  • Page 87: Screen

    Screen The Screen category enables you to select several operating features for the built-in LCD screen or for an external monitor connected to your TravelMate 3000 WinSX. The computer automatically powers up using the built-in LCD. Switch to your external monitor by entering ALTVID or CRT at the MS-DOS C:\>...

  • Page 88: Crt Type

    CRT Type If you have an external monitor connected to your TravelMate 3000 WinSX, set this item to match your external monitor. This item does not affect your built-in LCD screen. The possible settings are VGA Color, Multiscan, and VGA Mono (black and white). The default is VGA Color.

  • Page 89: Keyboard

    User Features, Page 2 Keyboard This category specifies the state of the three lock keys and the key repeat rate (also called the typematic feature) when you turn on the computer. Caps Lock This item specifies the power-up state of the Caps Lock key. The possible settings are On or Off.

  • Page 90: Cover Alarm

    User Features, Page 2 Cover Alarm This item enables you to turn off the audible alarm that sounds if the cover is closed when computer power is on. The possible settings are On or Off. The default setting is On. Quick Boot This item selects quick loading of the system.

  • Page 91: External Communications

    External Communications, Page 3 Press the Fn-dd (PgDn) keys to continue to page 3 of the Setup Program. Page 3 provides communication-configuration categories. Parallel Port This item assigns the 25-pin parallel port on the left side panel to LPT1 (or disables the port).

  • Page 92: Standard Comm

    External Communications, Page 3 Standard Comm This item assigns the standard nine-pin serial port (sometimes called the SIO for serial input/output) on the left side of the computer case as Port 1 (or disables the port). The default setting is Port 1. The Disable setting conserves battery power if you are not using this port.

  • Page 93: Dsr (Data Set Ready)

    External communications, Page 3 DSR (Data Set Ready) The RS-232C data set ready (DSR) signal can be forced on for application programs requiring this signal. Possible settings are Normal and Force On. The default setting is Normal. DCD (Data Carrier Detect) The RS-232C data carrier detect (DCD) signal can be forced on for application programs requiring this signal.

  • Page 94: Installing And Using Application Programs

    Installing and Using Application Programs This chapter tells you about Guidelines for loading IBM AT-compatible application programs How to set up and use the furnished Laptop Manager program for your operating environment Contents Guidelines for Installing Applications ... 5-2 Installation Considerations... 5-2 Display...

  • Page 95: Guidelines For Installing Applications

    All application programs written to execute on AT computers will execute on the TravelMate 3000 WinSX, and you can install the programs in much the same way on the TravelMate 3000 WinSX. However, as with most computers, you must consider the characteristics of the TravelMate 3000 WinSX before you install application programs.

  • Page 96: Processing Speed

    Memory The standard TravelMate 3000 WinSX has 4 MB of memory, 640 KB of system memory plus 3328 KB of extended memory. You can add 2 MB of additional optional memory to your TravelMate 3000 WinSX that can be configured either as extended memory or LIM EMS (expanded) memory.

  • Page 97: Autoexec.bat And Config.sys Files

    Guidelines for Installing Applications AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS Files If your application program requires additions or changes to the TravelMate 3000 winsx's AuToExEc.BAT and CONFIG.SYS files-as suggested several times in this chapter and other chapters of this manual-carefully consider the consequences that may result from changes or deletions to these two files.
  • Page 98 Guidelines for Installing Applications Factory Default AUTOEXEC.BAT File Line Purpose turns off echoing (displaying) of commands on screen tells MS-DOS to display the current drive and directory defines the directories and order in which to search for files entered on the command line;...

  • Page 99: Default Config.sys File

    Guidelines for Installing Applications Default CONFIG.SYS File Each line of the TravelMate 3000 WinSX default CONFIG.SYS file and its purpose are defined in the table following the file listing. You can add commands required by your application program(s), but do not delete the existing default commands.

  • Page 100: Using Laptop Manager

    Enter key. Note: Do not confuse Laptop Manager with the Laptop File Manager program also furnished with your computer and described in the TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer BatteryPro & Productivity Software User's Manual furnished with your new computer.

  • Page 101: Quick Commands Box

    Using Laptop Manager To return to the Laptop Manager main menu from the MS-DOS C:\> prompt, type and press the Enter key. Quick Commands Box You can select application programs you add to the Quick Commands box by pressing the function key (F1 to F 11) you assign to it.

  • Page 102: Using Microsoft Windows

    After installing your application programs on your TravelMate 3000 WinSX, click on the Windows Setup icon at the Main menu. At the Windows Setup menu, click on the Options submenu, where you can choose the "Set Up Applications..."...

  • Page 103: Using A Password

    Using a Password The TravelMate 3000 WinSX provides the Password utility, a program that limits access to your computer. Only those who know the password you specify using this utility can access your files. The password is valid until you remove or change it using the Password utility.

  • Page 104: Installing A Password

    Installing a Password Install a password as follows. Highlight Install Password on the Password Utility menu and press the Enter key. The following menu displays: Type a password of up to eight characters and press the Enter key. Press the Enter key again to install the new password, or press the Esc key to cancel the action and return to the Password Utility menu.

  • Page 105: Changing A Password

    Using a Password Changing a Password Change the current password as follows. 5-12 Installing and Using Apphcation Programs Highlight the Change Password command on the Password Utility menu and press the Enter key. The following menu displays: Type the current password and press the Enter key. If you type the correct password, the message Password check OK displays on the next fine and you are prompted to enter a new password.

  • Page 106: Removing A Password

    Using a Password Removing a Password Remove the current password as follows. Highlight the Remove Password command on the Password Utility menu and press the Enter key. The following menu displays: Type the current password and press the Enter key. If you type the correct password, the message Password check OK displays on the next line.

  • Page 107: Entering The Password

    Using a Password Entering the Password Once you install the password, you will see the following message every time you start up the computer: Enter Password: Type your password in uppercase or lowercase letters and press the Enter key. 5-14 Installing and Using Application Programs If you type the correct password, the screen clears and the system begins to load.
  • Page 108 Always make a note of the password you installed in case you forget it. Store the password note in a secure place away from where you store or operate your computer. Caution: If you forget the system password, you will not be able to use your computer.

  • Page 109: Travelmate 3000 Winsx Options

    TravelMate 3000 WinSX Options This chapter tells you about: Options available for your Texas Instruments TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer How to install and use some of the options Contents Numeric Keypad ... 6-2 Attaching the Keypad... 6-2 RAM Modules ... 6-3 Installing the RAM Modules ...

  • Page 110: Numeric Keypad

    Numeric Keypad with the connector on the right side of the computer. Rotate the thumbscrew on the Numeric Keypad clockwise until just tight; do not force. Do not transport the TravelMate 3000 WinSX with the Numeric Keypad...

  • Page 111: Ram Modules

    RAM Modules The standard TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer is equipped with 4 MB of main memory (RAM). If you need more RAM capacity, you can install four more RAM modules (TI Part No. 2566996-0001) to increase total main memory to 6 MB.
  • Page 112 RAM Modules Note: 6-4 TravelMate 3000 WinSX Options Rotate the screwdriver toward the rear of the computer about 30 degrees until the top left corner of the keyboard loosens and raises about 1/4 inch (6 mm) above the computer case.

  • Page 113: Installing The Modules

    20-pin socket (labeled XU14). Gently press down on the module to fully insert the pins into their sockets. Prevent component damage caused by electrostatic discharge RAM Modules TravelMate 3000 WinSX Options...

  • Page 114: Replacing The Keyboard

    Replacing the Keyboard Replace the keyboard into the computer case as follows. 6-6 TravelMate 3000 WinSX Options Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the remaining three modules in the set, except insert the second module into socket XU15, the third module into socket XU16, and the fourth module into socket XU17.

  • Page 115: Changing Memory Setup

    After installing the RAM modules, turn on the computer, load the Setup Program, and reset the Extended item to match the computer's new RAm capacity. See Chapter 4 for information on the Setup Program. See Appendix F for details on Extended and Expanded memory. RAM Modules TravelMate 3000 WinSX Options 6-7...

  • Page 116: Internal Modem

    Note: availability of this option, contact your dealer. With an internal modem installed, you can connect your TravelMate 3000 WinSX to the telephone network and communicate with a remote modem. With the 2400-bps modem option installed, you also can make facsimile (fax) transmissions to remote fax machines at 4800 bps.

  • Page 117: Math Coprocessor Option

    The 80387SX Math Coprocessor (TI Part No. 2566997000 1) option for your TravelMate 3000 WinSX speeds up processing and improves throughput of calculations with application programs that support a math coprocessor. You can install the 80387SX Math Coprocessor option yourself, but installation requires partial disassembly of the computer.

  • Page 118: Disassembling The Computer

    Disassemble the computer as follows to gain access to the coprocessor chip socket located on the computer's main board. 6-10 TravelMate 3000 WinSX Options Turn off the computer, close the display/cover, and disconnect the AC Adapter and any other external devices connected to the computer.
  • Page 119 The key scan board will likely fall out of the inside front of the top unit. Prop up the front of the top unit with nonmetallic objects on both sides or have another person hold the units separated. Math Coprocessor Option TravelMate 3000 WinSX Options 6-11...
  • Page 120 Math Coprocessor Option Caution: 6-12 TravelMate 3000 WinSX Options Lift up the folded keyscan board cable about I inch (25 mm)-but do not disconnect the cable-to gain access to the coprocessor socket (XU02). Remove the new coprocessor chip from its plastic container and orient...

  • Page 121: Reassembling The Computer

    Loosely reinsert the seven screws removed during disassembly. Again be sure no wires protrude from between the top and bottom units. Then tighten the seven screws. Install the internal battery pack as instructed in Chapter 3 of this manual. Math Coprocessor Option TravelMate 3000 WinSX Options 6-13...

  • Page 122: Operation

    The Math Coprocessor option operates automatically in conjunction with your application programs that can use the coprocessor's capabilities. No user setup or intervention is required; therefore, no operating instructions are necessary. 6-14 TravelMate 3000 WinSX Options Reconnect the AC Adapter and any external device connectors removed during disassembly.

  • Page 123: Other Options

    Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) The SCSI Adapter option enables you to use the TravalMate 3000 WinSX with up to seven external SCSI devices such as CD-ROM drives, tape backup drives, and external hard disk drives. The SCSI Adapter transfers synchronous data at 4 MB per second and asynchronous data at 1.25 MB per second.

  • Page 124: Expansion Station

    AUTOEXEC.BAT file. See the documentation furnished with your mouse for details. Also set the TravelPoint item on Page 3 of the TravelMate 3000 WinSX Setup Program to On; see Chapter 4 for details. 6-16 TravelMate 3000 WinSX Options...

  • Page 125: External Monitor

    Connect the 15-pin external VGA monitor cable from the external monitor to the 15-pin connector on the left side panel of the computer. Turn on power to the TravelMate 3000 WinSX first, then turn on the external monitor. Switch the display between the TravelMate 3000 WinSX's LCD and the external monitor by double clicking the Windows Notebook group menu Altvid icon.

  • Page 126: Taking Care Of Your Computer

    How to get the most work from a battery charge and how to care for the battery Contents Do's and Don'ts ... 7-2 Cleaning the TravelMate 3000 WinSX... 7-3 Cleaning the Case ... 7-3 Cleaning the Screen ... 7-3 Conserving Battery Power... 7-4 Typical Power Consumption...

  • Page 127: Do's And Don'ts

    Do's and Don'ts The TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer is a precision instrument containing many sensitive components. It should be handled with care. Here are some suggestions you can consider to help you get reliable service from your computer for many years:...

  • Page 128: Cleaning The Travelmate 3000 Winsx

    TravelMate 3000 WinSX. Cleaning the Case It is important to keep the case of the TravelMate 3000 WinSX free of dust. Apply a small amount of liquid cleaner to a dry, lint-free cloth and wipe the case with the cloth.

  • Page 129: Conserving Battery Power

    Conserving Battery Power With a little care, you can maximize the time your TravelMate 3000 WinSX can operate on a battery charge. The following tips can help you run your computer on battery power for the longest possible time. Refer to your BatteryPro & Productivity Software User's Manual and the Battery Power Management Quick Reference for more hints on conserving battery power.

  • Page 130: Typical Power Consumption

    Typical Power Consumption The following table summarizes approximate power consumption using various computer power-saving features, manual and automatic. Power-Saving Modes Power Consumption Operating Mode Manual Standby* with DOS background tasks Manual Standby* with no background tasks Auto Suspendt with DOS background tasks Auto Suspendt with Windows background tasks Auto Suspendt without background tasks Cover Closed Suspend mode...

  • Page 131: Care And Handling Of The Battery

    Care and Handling of the Battery The battery should be handled carefully to ensure maximum life. In particular: 7-6 Taking Care of Your Computer Do not drop the battery or subject it to shocks. Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight. Do not expose the battery to moisture or chemicals.
  • Page 132 1 1/2 hours. All batteries naturally discharge if unused for a long period of time. If you are not going to use your TravelMate 3000 WinSX for an extended period, be sure to recharge the battery every 3 to 6 months.

  • Page 133: Specifications

    Central Processing Unit (CPU) Type: 16-bit 80386SX Clock Speeds: 5 MHz/10 MHz/20 MHz Memory RAM: 4 MB standard; 640 KB for conventional, 3328 KB for extended memory or shadow VGA/AT BIOS support LIM/EMS 4.0 support 16-bit bus width, 0 wait state Expandable up to 6 MB using RAM Module option ROM: 128 KB, 8-bit bus;...

  • Page 134: Physical Dimensions

    Physical Dimensions Size Width: Depth: Height: Weight: Power Source NiCad battery: AC Adapter Input: Output: Temperature Operating: Storage/Transit: Humidity Operating: Storage/Transit: Vibration Operating: Storage/Transit: A-2 Specifications 1 1 inches (279 mm) 8.5 inches (216 mm) 1.8 inches (46 mm) 5.7 lbs (2.6 kg), including battery, without options 24 watt hours 100 to 250 Vac, 0.7 to 0.4 A,...
  • Page 135 Shock Operating: 10 G applied in six orientations (positive and negative X, Y, and Z axes) Storage/Transit: 40 G applied in six orientations (positive and negative X, Y, and Z axes) Standard Ports Parallel Port: Centronics-type, 25-pin Serial Port: RS-232C, 9-pin male DB-9 connector for full duplex asynchronous transmission at up to 9600 baud...

  • Page 136: Agency Approvals

    Agency Approvals Main Unit: (including AC Adapter) Options Refer to the individual publications furnished with each option for specifications. A-4 Specifications FCC, Part 15, Class B (U.S.A.) FCC Part 68 (U.S.A.) DOC (Canada) UL, TUV, and CSA safety...

  • Page 137: Character Sets

    The TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer character sets are identical to the IBM Code Pages for DOS version 5.00. This appendix shows the character sets for Code Page 437 (United States), 850 (Multilingual), 863 (Canadian-French), and 865 (Nordic), with the decimal and hexadecimal codes for each character.
  • Page 138 Character Sets Code Page 437, United States B-2 Character Sets...
  • Page 139 Character Sets Code Page 850, MultLingual Character Sets B-3...
  • Page 140 Character Sets Code Page 863 (Canadian-French) B-4 Character Sets...
  • Page 141 Character Sets Code Page 865, Nordic Character Sets B-5...

  • Page 142: Keyboard Layouts

    Keyboard Layouts The following diagrams show the TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer keyboard layouts for the U.S.A. and international versions. Keyboard Layouts C-1...
  • Page 143 Keyboard Layouts C-2 Keyboard Layouts...
  • Page 144 Keyboard Layouts Keyboard Layouts C-3...
  • Page 145 Keyboard Layouts C-4 Keyboard Layouts...
  • Page 146 Keyboard Layouts Keyboard Layouts C-5...

  • Page 147: Diagnostics

    Turn off the computer, wait 5 seconds, then turn the computer on again. If the error message displays repeatedly, call your Texas Instruments dealer or call TI Service at 1- 800-847-5757. Refer to "Error Messages" in Appendix E for a list of power-up error messages.
  • Page 148 Diagnostics Park Fixed Disks The Park Fixed Disk function prepares the fixed disks for relocation. The fixed disk heads are placed over the diagnostic cylinder so that vibrations will not cause errors on the usable media. The heads are also automatically parked for safe travel when you turn off the computer or the computer enters the Standby mode.
  • Page 149 Diagnostics Pressing the F9 key tests all currently selected devices. If you do not want to perform specific tests, set these test selections to not present (N); this tells the diagnostic program not to test these items. When a single test or suite of tests is initiated, the Test Control Options and Test Results menu displays.
  • Page 150 Diagnostics Choosing Specific Suites of Tests Many of the tests have submenus that permit you to select which parts of the test you want performed. When you select any of these tests, either individually (using F10) or as part of suite of tests (using F9), the submenus ask for additional information about the tests. If the tests are run multiple times, the submenus are displayed only before the first pass.
  • Page 151 Monochrome Adapter Test Attribute test Character test Text test Memory test Color Graphics Adapter Test Attribute test Character test Text test Page test Graphics test Background test Memory test EGA Adapter Test Attribute test Character test Text test Page test Graphics test Background test Memory test...

  • Page 152: Diagnostic Error Codes

    Diagnostics Asynchronous Communications Port Test Baud rate clock Internal transmit/receive Modem control fines External loopback (requires loopback connector) Additional Diagnostics The diagnostic program hard disk tests are all nondestructive except on the diagnostic cylinder. The tests perform seek tests, head tests, and controller tests, but do not perform read/write tests on the entire media.
  • Page 153 The following table lists the classes of error codes. The numbers are in hexadecimal. Diagnostics Error Code Classes Code Description System planar board tests Keyboard tests Math coprocessor tests Video tests Asynchronous ports tests LPT ports tests Memory tests Diskette/Fdisk tests The following table lists the error codes that could be displayed by the diagnostics program.
  • Page 154 Diagnostics Diagnostics Program Error Codes (continued) D-8 Diagnostics Code Class 0107 System board 0108 System board 0109 System board 010A System board 010B System board 0110 System board 0111 System board 0120 System board 0701 Keyboard 0702 Keyboard 1001 Coprocessor 1002 Coprocessor 1701...
  • Page 155 Diagnostics Program Error Codes (continued) Code Class 1730 Video 2001 Serial 2002 Serial 2003 Serial 2004 Serial 2701 2702 2703 2704 2705 2706 2707 2708 3001 Memory 3002 Memory 3003 Memory 3701 Disk 3702 Disk 3703 Disk 3704 Disk 3705 Disk 3706 Disk...
  • Page 156 Diagnostics Diagnostics Program Error Codes (concluded) Code 3709 370A 370B 370C 3700 370E 3710 3711 3720 3740 3750 3780 37BB 37CC 37E0 37FF D-10 Diagnostics Class Failure Description Disk Attempt to DMA across 64 KB Disk Bad sector flag found Disk Bad cylinder detected Disk...
  • Page 157 Diagnostics Loopback Connections The serial and parallel communication tests in the Diagnostics Program offer optional loopback tests that expect loopback connectors to be placed on the output ports of the computer. The loopback connector pin assignments are listed in the following tables. Loopback Connector Pin Assignments Serial Loopback Connections DB9 Pin...

  • Page 158: Hard Disk Format

    Diagnostics Hard Disk Format When you select the Hard Disk Format, the program displays the Format Fixed Disk menu. Use the Arrow keys to highlight the hard disk you want formatted or analyzed and press the Enter key. Of course, you can select only hard disks installed in your computer. After you have selected a hard disk, the program displays a warning that the formatting operation will erase any data currently stored on the hard disk.
  • Page 159 Diagnostics To manually add a bad track to the table, press the Ins key. Use the Arrow keys or the Enter key to select between cylinder and head fields. After the cylinder and head are entered, press the F IO or Enter key and the new entry will be added to the table. If an invalid head or cylinder value is entered, the program displays a menu permitting you to delete a bad track.
  • Page 160 Diagnostics Analyzing the Hard Disk Surface If you do not need to reformat the entire hard disk but want to perform a thorough test of the media to detect any bad or marginal areas, select F6 to analyze the surface. Caution: on the hard disk will be erased).
  • Page 161 The program scans the drive for tracks that have already been marked as bad and adds them to the bad track table. Each track of the hard disk is reformatted using the current interleave value. Each track in the bad track table is reformatted as bad so that it cannot be used.

  • Page 162: Troubleshooting

    TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer. If you encounter a problem not listed here, please contact your Texas Instruments reseller, or you can telephone or fax Texas Instruments at one of the numbers listed on the page near the end of this manual entitled 'Getting Help for Your Computer'.
  • Page 163 Blinking Low Batt indicator signals that computer will shut off in about 1 minute. None of the above-Contact your Texas Instruments reseller Screen contrast/brightness controls-Adjust the contrast and brightness controls on the right side of the LCD screen.
  • Page 164 When using a mouse connected to the serial port, the built-in LCD screen goes blank after a few minutes. LCD screen backlight does not light, even when brightness con- trol fully turned up. Troubleshooting Computer in automatic power- saving mode-Press Shift key to turn on display.
  • Page 165 E-4 Troubleshooting Application program overrid- ing computer BIOS interrupts - Contact your application program provider. TravelMate 3000 WinSX hardware-Turn the unit off, wait 5 seconds, then turn unit on again. If the same message appears, check against the list of power-up...
  • Page 166 Pressing Fn-F4 keys does not put computer in Standby mode Troubleshooting Amber indicator on-Internal battery pack not fully charged. Amber indicator off, internal battery pack not installed, and power switch set to off- Set computer power switch to on and run on ac power or install battery pack.

  • Page 167: Error Messages

    Write out the error message and contact your Texas Instruments reseller, or you can telephone or fax Texas Instruments at one of the numbers listed on the page near the end of this manual titled "Getting Help for Your Computer".
  • Page 168 DIAG program to check drives as described in Appen- dix D. If the hard disk drive is at fault, contact your Texas Instruments reseller. Wrong configuration settings - Check the settings on the Setup Program menus, par- ticularly Memory category...
  • Page 169 Error Messages Keyboard stuck key failure Missing operating system No boot device avail- able - press F I to retry boot No boot sector on fixed disk - press F1 to retry boot E-8 Troubleshooting Jammed key - Try pressing the key again.
  • Page 170 Non-System disk or disk error. Replace and press any key when ready Time-of-day not set Informational Messages The following informational messages do not necessarily indicate a problem or failure, but are provided by the computer to inform you. NNN Main memory, NNN Extended Memory tests ter- minated by keystroke...
  • Page 171 Restoring MS-DOS System Files The MS-DOS files COMMAND.COM, 1O.SYS, EXTMSDOS.SYS, and MSDOS.SYS are necessary for the operation of your computer. If any of these files are accidentally deleted or modified, your computer will not function. This appendix describes the procedure for restoring these files without affecting the applications and data files that may be on your hard disk.
  • Page 172 INSTALL and press the Enter key. Follow the instructions on the screen. If you need more information, see the TravelMate 3000 WinSX BatteryPro and Productivity Software User's Manual furnished with your new computer. Restoring Windows After you restore the MS-DOS and BatteryPro files as explained previously in this appendix, install the Microsoft Windows program as follows.
  • Page 173 Restoring MS-DOS System Files If you need more information, see the Microsoft Windows User's Guide furnished with your new computer. Note: SMARTDRV, and RAMDRivE device drivers from MS-DOS, not Windows. Check the CONFIG.SYS file and edit the paths if necessary to match the default file listed in Chapter 5.

  • Page 174: Configuring Memory

    Configuring Memory Introduction Computers handle information as strings of binary digits: ones and zeros. A single I or 0 is referred to as a bit, the smallest unit of information handled by the computer. A group of eight bits, referred to as a byte, is used to represent single characters or numbers such as 'A"...
  • Page 175 Configuring Memory This appendix describes the various areas of memory (RAm) and how you can make memory more efficient by configuring it in conjunction with the memory management device drivers supplied with your TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer. F-2 Configuring Memory...
  • Page 176 640-KB limit. The amount of standard default RAM (640 KB) in the TravelMate 3000 WinSX is displayed on the Setup Program menu as Standard (Memory), and it can be changed in 64-KB increments if your application program requires it.
  • Page 177 TravelMate 3000 WinSX Memory Areas Extended Memory Extended memory is internal RAM above 1024 KB. MS-DOS cannot directly access Extended memory as system memory, but the memory can be configured as one or more RAM disks. It can also be accessed by application programs specially written to use Extended memory.
  • Page 178 TravelMate 3000 WinSX Memory Before you can use Expanded memory, you must install the EMM386.EXE device driver as described in the next section, "Memory Device Drivers." You need not install the Expanded memory driver if your application program does not support use of Expanded memory.

  • Page 179: Installing Device Drivers

    Memory Device Drivers The following four device drivers are provided to manage the TravelMate 3000 WinSX memory: Installing Device Drivers To install a driver, add a DEVICE command line to your CONFIG.SYS file sililar to the following, using the MS-DOS EIT utility or a word processor that saves text files in ASCII format.
  • Page 180 EMM386.EXE The EMS memory manager provided with your TravelMate 3000 WinSX, the EMM386.EXE device driver, conforms to version 4.00 of the Lotus/Intel/Microsoft Expanded Memory Specification (EMS). EMM386.EXE enables areas of system memory to be used as Expanded memory. The EMM386.ExE device driver must be installed before you can use Expanded memory.
  • Page 181 Expanded or Extended memory. The shadow memory area is limited to 128 KB. Your TravelMate 3000 WinSX provides 4 MB of RAM (main memory) standard. Only the standard 4 MB can be used as system base memory (640 KB) and shadow memory (128 KB), and cannot be increased by adding additional memory.
  • Page 182 Note: When using Windows 3.0, always use the HIMEM.SYS device driver included on your Microsoft MS-DOS 5.0 floppy. See 'EMM386.EXE" earlier in this appendix for operating instructions in 386 enhanced or standard mode, and see your Windows and MS-DOS manuals for more details. RAMDRIVE.SYS A RAM disk is a portion of your computer's memory configured to simulate a disk drive.
  • Page 183 Memory Device Drivers The RAM disk is given the drive letter that follows the last drive letter being used by your system. For example: SMARTDRV.SYS SMARTDRV.SYS is a disk-caching program used to reduce the time it takes your computer to read data from the hard disk. When SMARTDRV.SYS is installed, information from the hard disk is temporarily stored in a cache in Extended or Expanded memory.

  • Page 184: Connector Pin Assignments

    RS-232C Connector Nine-Pin RS-232C Serial ConneCtor Pin No. Signal Name Abbreviation Carrier detect Receive data Transmit data Data terminal ready Signal ground Data set ready Request to send Clear to send Ring indicator 25-Pin CentroniCS-Type Parallel Connector Pin No. Signal Name Strobe Data 0 Data 1...
  • Page 185 Connector Pin Assignments 15-Pin VGA External Monitor Connector Pin No. Note: Six-Pin TravelPoint/Mouse Connector Pin No. G-2 Connector Pin Assignments Signal Name Red video Green video Blue video Not used Ground Red return Green return Blue return Not used Ground Not used Not used Horizontal sync...

  • Page 186: Screen Standards

    8-by-8 pixel character box in text mode. The TravelMate 3000 WinSX LCD screen supports CGA by displaying text in an 80- column by 25-line text display in an 8-by- 16 pixel character box in a 640-by-400 pixel display area centered on the screen.
  • Page 187 200 pixel and 320-by-200 pixel 16-color graphics. The EGA standard also uses an 8-by- 14 pixel character box for text displays. The TravelMate 3000 WinSX LCD screen Supports EGA by displaying text in an 80- column by 25-line text display with 16 shades of gray (selectable from 32 shades) in an 8- by- 16 pixel character box in a 640-by-400 pixel display area centered on the screen.
  • Page 188 The TravelMate 3000 WinSX LCD screen supports vGA by displaying text in an 80- column by 25-line text display with 16 shades of gray (selectable from 32 shades) in an 8- by- 1 6 pixel character box in a 640-by-400 pixel display area centered on the screen.
  • Page 189 Screen Standards External Monitor Support The TravelMate 3000 WinSX supports all IBM standard VGA video in addition to 800 by 600, 1024 by 768, and 132column Paradise Paradise Modes Supported Mode No. (hex) Size 132-column Text Modes (Supported on CRT only)*...

  • Page 190: Glossary

    Glossary This glossary explains many of the terms found in this manual as well as other computer- related terms you may encounter. access - The ability to obtain data from or place data into internal memory, a floppy diskette, or the hard disk. access shutter - A metal cover on a floppy diskette that slides open to allow the computer to read or write data.
  • Page 191 Glossary backlight - A feature that allows you to control background brightness for better readability. backing up - Duplicating a program or file onto a separate storage medium so that a copy will be preserved against possible loss or damage to the original. backup - A duplicate copy of information or programs, usually stored on a diskette and kept in a separate location in case the original is lost or damaged.
  • Page 192 Glossary boot - To start your computer; also called start-up and power-up. bps - See bits per second. brightness control - A control that allows you to adjust the brightness of the display. buffer - A portion of the computer's memory that temporarily holds information used by a program;...
  • Page 193 Glossary character set - A system of codes, such as ASCII, that assigns a special standardized group of binary digits to each character. clock - A timing device that coordinates all internal events in your computer. CMOS - An acronym for Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor; a large-scale integration technology that requires low power consumption and is therefore used for battery-assisted memory systems.
  • Page 194 Glossary contrast control - A control that allows you to adjust how data shows up against the background of the display screen. control code - A code that initiates some kind of physical control action that is not printed (such as line feed and tab), turns off an external device, or, in combination with other characters, defines unique commands (for example, pressing the Ctrl and C keys might tell the computer to abort a program);...
  • Page 195 Glossary data - Information that is input to your computer and is then processed by mathematical and logical operations so that, ultimately, it can be output in a sensible form. It usually consists of numerals, letters, or symbols that describe an object, idea, condition, relationship, or other information.
  • Page 196 Glossary disk drive - A device that rotates magnetic media and accesses data by means of a read/write head. diskette - See floppy diskette. DOS - The disk operating system, programs that act as translator between you and your computer; also see operating system. expanded memory - The memory that utilizes an area of the computer memory as a window, through which pages of data are "passed."...
  • Page 197 Glossary fixed disk drive - See hard disk drive. floppy diskette - A flexible, flat, circular medium that magnetically records and provides access to stored data. It is divided into concentric circular tracks and wedge-shaped sectors. The diskette is sealed in a protective square envelope that is lined with a soft material that cleans as the diskette rotates.
  • Page 198 Glossary hexadecimal - A numbering system that consists of 16 symbols, 0 to 9 and A to F; used by programmers as a convenient method of expressing binary values. input - Information that enters the computer. input/output - An operation that transfers information from the central processing unit to a device or from a device to the central processing unit.
  • Page 199 Glossary load - To copy information from a storage device, such as a diskette or a hard disk drive, into internal memory of the computer. Also called download. loop - A series of instructions or one instruction in a program that is repeated a prescribed number of times, followed by a branch instruction that exits the program from the loop.
  • Page 200 Glossary multiuser System - A system in which the computer and other external devices are shared in any one of several arrangements by several people. operating system - A set of programs that control the operation of the computer. Typically, the operating system regulates space allocation, keeps track of files, saves and retrieves files, and manages other control functions associated with data storage.
  • Page 201 Glossary programming language - A set of words, abbreviations, or symbols that are converted into the binary numbers that represent instructions to the computer. Programming languages enable programmers to write instructions using words or symbols and avoid the time-consuming task of entering the long string of 0s and ls that represent the numeric language of the computer.
  • Page 202 Glossary Set UP - See configure. software - Computer programs, usually supplied on floppies or on Rom. Contrast with hardware. system board - An internal circuit board that holds the integrated circuits for the microprocessor, memory, and clock in your computer. turbo operation - A feature of a computer that increases its data processing speed by 50 to 100 percent.
  • Page 203 a ... AC Adapter ... connecting...3-6 indicator lights ...3-8 AC Adapter jack ...2-8 adjusting, TravelPoint cursor ... 3-26 agency approvals ... A-4 alarms... cover closed... 4-14 audible, see beeper... 4-18 Alt (alternate) key... 2-12 ALTVID command... 6-17 application program... 1-10 application programs ...

  • Page 204: Index

    connectors... 1-5, 2-6 AC Adapter...2-8 expansion bus...2-8 external monitor...2-7, G-2 modem...2-7 mouse ...2-7, G-2 parallel...G-1 parallel interface ...2-7 pin assignments ...G-1 RS-232C ...G-1 serial...2-7 TravelPoint ...2-7, G-2 conserving battery power...7-4 Contrast control ...2-5 controls brightness ...2-4 Contrast ...2-5 display ...2-4 standard/revers (video)...2-5 TravelPoint ...3-24 conventions used in manual ...vii...
  • Page 205 2 Index...
  • Page 206 Floppy Disk indicator...2-20 floppy diskette...1-6 floppy drive...1-6 setting ...4-10 using ...3-19 Fn (function) key...2-12 formatting, hard disk drive...1-6 function key ...2-10 guidelines... allocating memory...4-9 installing applications ...5-2 operating...3-3 hard disk ...1 caring for ...3-4 formatting ...1-6 indicator...2-20 setting ...4-10 time-out setting ...4-14 hardware options...1-7 hardware, computer...1-2 help, online ...3-29, 3-30...
  • Page 207 Index keys (continued)... Num Lock ... 4-18 NumLk... 2-14 Pause... 2-16 PrtSc ... 2-12 repeat rate ... 4-18 ScrLk ... 2-16, 4-18 Setup... 2-17 Shift ... 2-11 speed... 4-15 Stndby... 2-17 SysRq... 2-12 Tab... 2-11 Turbo ... 2-18 Laptop Manager... main menu ...
  • Page 209 options (continued) internal modems... 6-8 math coprocessor... 1-8, 6-9 mouse... 6-16 numeric keypad ... 1-8, 6-2 overview... 1-7 printers... 1-9, 6-16 RAM modules ... 1-7, 6-3, 6-4 ... 6-5 SCSI ... 1-9, 6-15 overview of manual ... viii panel bottom... 2-9 leftside ...
  • Page 210 Index screen... cleaning ...7-3 controls ...2-4 screen angle, adjusting ...2-3 screen standards...H-1 CGA ...H-1 EGA...H-2 HGC...H-3 MDA...H-1 VGA ...H-2 ScrLk (scroll lock) key ...2-16 Scroll Lock indicator...2-21 SCSI option...1-9, 6-15 self-test ...D-1 BIOS...E-7, E-9 serial I/O...4-21 serial port...2-7 optional I/O...4-22 setting up, memory...4-8 settings...
  • Page 211 Index start-up, system ...3-16 starting the computer ...3-16 Stndby (stand by) key ...2-17 stop bits, setting ...4-21 switches ... power ...2-9 standard/reverse ...2-5 symbols used in manual ... 1 -vii SysRq (system request) key ...2-12 system, restarting ...3-18 system board ...1-3, 1-10 system configurations...4-18 Tab key ...2-11 taking care of the computer ...7-2...
  • Page 212 Texas Instruments and your Texas Instruments authorized reseller want you to succeed with your TI product. If you have questions about or operating difficulties with your TI product, follow these steps t support. 1 . Call your dealer. Your dealer should be the first person you call when you have questions or difficulties. Your dealer is familiar with your system requirements and should be able to provide you with the needed information service.
  • Page 214 Standard Warranty Texas Instruments offers a 1 -day turnaround for domestic units carried in to local Customer Service Centers and a day turnaround from receipt time at the National Service Center for units sent to one of the National Service Cente (Cypress, Texas, U.S.A.
  • Page 215 Product serial number Unit(s) you are returning (check where applicable) Type of Claim Description of Problem (attach extra sheet if necessary) State TravelMate 3000 WinSX Computer 2 MB RAM Module Kit Numeric Keypad 80387SX Math Coprocessor AC Adapter Warranty claim (attach proof of purchase) Maintenance contract (Agreement No.
  • Page 216 Texas Instruments reserves the right to change its product and service offerings at any time without notice.
  • Page 217 TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Computer Major Components...
  • Page 218 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparat set out in the Radio interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Please fold out this cover for an illustration of the TravelMate 3000 WinSX Notebook Comp...
  • Page 219 Manual Part No. 2608455-0001 Printed in U.S.A. Texas Instruments...

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