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Using Your Documentation

Congratulations on your purchase of a Notebook computer. Whether you are new
to using a portable computer or are an experienced user, this user's manual can
help you get the most from your computer.
Special Features of the User's Manual
Three types of messages with icons appear in the manual:
Keys that you need to press to perform certain functions are shown in the manual
enclosed in angle brackets. For example,
<Ctrl>
indicates the control key (Ctrl on the computer's keyboard).
If you need to press two keys at the same time, the key names are shown joined by
a plus sign. For example,
<Fn+F11>
means that you should press the Fn key and hold it and then press the F11 key.
If you are new to using computers, see "Glossary". The "Glossary" explains
general computing terms that are used in this manual and tells you about some of
the differences between notebook computers and desktop computers.
A note informs you of special circumstances.
A caution warns you of possible damage to equipment.
A warning indicates the possibility of personal injury.
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  • Page 1: Using Your Documentation

    Using Your Documentation Congratulations on your purchase of a Notebook computer. Whether you are new to using a portable computer or are an experienced user, this user’s manual can help you get the most from your computer. Special Features of the User’s Manual Three types of messages with icons appear in the manual: A note informs you of special circumstances.

  • Page 2: Using The Software User Documentation

    Using the Software User Documentation Your computer shipped from the factory with several software programs installed. The software may include its own online or printed documentation. Refer to the documentation or the Help options in the software for more information. 2 Using Your Documentation...

  • Page 3: Introducing Your Computer

    Introducing Your Computer Your computer is a lightweight portable computer that includes features to meet your computing needs at home or on the road. Your computer has a CD-ROM drive and a floppy disk drive within the computer. Figure 1 through 3 show you the features of your computer. Docking Station port, Modem port, TV-out port, IrDA is optional, so that your computer may not have those optional ports or functions.
  • Page 4 Power Connecto PS/2™ mouse and keyboard port Parallel port Figure 2. Back View of Computer System label & Business card holder Figure 3. Bottom View of Computer 4 Introducing Your Computer Docking connector Video port Serial TV out port Flex-Bay latch Battery compartment Hard drive...

  • Page 5: Using Your Computer For The First Time

    Using Your Computer for the First Time This section gives you detailed information on using your computer for the first time. Attaching the AC Adapter Your computer runs on power from the battery in the computer or from an electrical outlet. The first time that you use your computer, fully charge the battery by attaching the power cord to the computer and to an electrical outlet.

  • Page 6: Turning On The Computer

    The battery starts charging as soon as you plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. The battery charges faster if the computer is turned off during charging. If the battery is fully depleted and the computer is turned off, the battery charges in about 3 hours.

  • Page 7: Understanding Post

    Understanding POST When you turn on your computer, a routine called POST (Power-On Self-Test) automatically runs to test the computer components. System logo appears on the screen during POST. Screen messages are built into the computer to report both normal and abnormal system conditions.

  • Page 8: Interface Mode

    If the operating system is Windows 98/ Me, the computer turns off. If the operating system is Windows NT, you receive a shutdown message and you must press the power button to turn off the computer. ACPI(Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) mode If your operating system supports ACPI and you want to shut down the computer just by pressing the power button, then follow next steps to set the menu in Power...

  • Page 9: Tips For Using Your Computer

    Do not perform a cold boot unless your keyboard and touchpad have no effect and you cannot perform a warm boot. When you perform a cold boot, you lose data unless it was saved to a storage medium. You can also perform a soft boot by saving your files and pressing <Ctrl+Alt+Del>.

  • Page 10: Traveling With Your Computer

    If you have left your computer in a hot place, let it cool down slowly to room temperature (with the LCD panel open) before using it. Do not remove the memory-module compartment door, or try to install a memory module when the computer is on. (See ”Bottom View of Computer” on page 4 for the location of the door.) (For information on installing memory modules, see “Installing a Memory Module”...

  • Page 11: Handling Spills

    Handling Spills Do not spill anything on your computer. The best way to avoid spills is to avoid eating and drinking around your computer. If you do spill something on your computer, turn off your computer, unplug it immediately, and do the following: If you spill liquid on the keyboard, drain as much of the liquid from the keyboard as possible.

  • Page 12: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard Your computer has an 87/88-key keyboard (Figure 6). By pressing designated key combinations, you can have access to all the key functions of a full-sized keyboard. Function and Special Purpose Hot Keys Prt Sc Sys Rq Caps Lock Shift Ctrl Function Key...
  • Page 13 To clean the computer keyboard, use slightly damp cotton swabs. Scrub the key and the surface around the keys. Do not allow liquid to drip into the keyboard or you may damage the keyboard. Using the Embeded Numeric Keypad Your keyboard includes a numeric keypad, which is a group of keys that you can set to type numbers and mathematical symbols, such as the plus sign (Figure 7).

  • Page 14: Using Special Function Keys

    Using Special Function Keys The <Fn> key activates special functions when it is pressed in combination with another key. Table 1 shows the special key combinations. Table 1. Description of Special Function Keys <Fn> Key Combination <Fn+F1> <Fn+F2> <Fn+F3> <Fn+F4> <Fn+F5>...
  • Page 15 Brightness up: Increases the LCD brightness. <Fn+Right Arrow> <Fn+Left Brightness down: Decreases the LCD brightness. Arrow> When you press a function key combination, the system sound may be temporarily muted. If you reinstall Windows, install the Magic Keyboard for volume control function keys on keyboard, <Fn + F8/F9/F10>. Or use the windows volume control on your screen.

  • Page 16: Using The Touchpad

    Using the Touchpad Your computer is equipped with a touchpad, which is an integrated-pointing device that is used to perform standard mouse functions (Figure 8). The touchpad is an advanced and reliable pointing device that works with a touch of your finger. Figure 8.
  • Page 17 You can use the buttons below the touchpad in the same way you would use standard mouse buttons. For more information on these features and other features supported by your mouse driver, see the Mouse properties in the Control Panel. For information on attaching and using another pointing device or keyboard with your computer, see “Connecting Peripheral Devices”...

  • Page 18: Reading The System Status Lights

    Reading the System Status Lights System Status lights show the status of computer functions. The lights appear on the left edge of the computer (Figure 9). Figure 9. System Status Lights Table 3 describes the meaning of the lights. Icon Function of Light Power light: Light is green when the computer’s power is on.
  • Page 19 Scroll Lock light: Light is on when the scroll lock function is activated. The scroll lock function affects cursor movement and text scrolling in some applications. This is a software specific function. Refer to the appropriate software manuals for a description of the <Scroll> key. Drive light: Light is on when the hard drive or floppy drive is being accessed.

  • Page 20: Connecting Peripheral Devices

    Connecting Peripheral Devices The connectors on your computer enable you to attach peripheral devices to the computer (Figure 10). Turn off your computer before you connect a peripheral device. Connecting a peripheral device with your computer turned on may seriously damage the device or your computer.
  • Page 21 Table 4. Connecting Peripheral Devices Icon Connector Line-in jack: An input for external audio. Headphone jack : Connect stereo headphones or speakers to this jack. Speakers connected to this jack override the internal speakers. Microphone jack : Connect an external microphone to this jack.A microphone connected to this jack overrides the internal microphone.
  • Page 22 If your computer’s operating system is Windows 98/ Me, you can use the USB port. The Windows NT 4.0 operating system does not support USB. 22 Connecting Peripheral Devices Serial port: Plug a serial device, such as a serial mouse, into this 9- pin port.

  • Page 23: Using The Flex-Bay

    Using the Flex-Bay Your computer includes the Flex-Bay, a peripheral bay that can hold one of the following devices: CD-ROM drive: shippped with your computer. DVD-ROM: shippped with your computer or also available as an option. Optional secondary hard drive: available as an option for your computer. Zip drive / Superdisk LS-120: available as an option for your computer.

  • Page 24: To Install A Device In The Flex-Bay

    Figure 11. Removing a Device from the Flex-Bay 4. Remove the device out of the bay. To install a device in the Flex-Bay: 1. Turn the computer’s power off. 2. Place the device into the bay. 3. Push the device in until it is flush with the chassis. 4.

  • Page 25: Using The Floppy Drive

    Using the Floppy Drive Your computer comes with a 1.44 MB, 3.5-inch, high-density floppy drive, which can read, write to, and format the following disks: A high-density, 3.5-inch disk, which stores 1.44 MB (megabytes) of data. A double-density, 3.5-inch disk, which stores 720 KB (kilobytes) of data. The floppy drive in your notebook computer is smaller, but more power-efficient than a floppy drive in a desktop computer.
  • Page 26 Do not write directly on a label on your disk; instead, write on a disk label first and attach the label to the disk. Make copies of all your important disks. 26 Using the Floppy Drive...

  • Page 27: Using The Cd-Rom Drive

    Using the CD-ROM Drive Compact discs are designed so that you can easily insert one into the computer when you need it, and then remove it: 1. Press the button on the CD-ROM drive, and the tray slides out. (Do not lean on the tray;...
  • Page 28 If necessary, you can use the emergency eject button to open the CD-ROM drive. To use the emergency eject button, turn the computer’s power off and insert a small object, like an unbent paperclip, into the hole to press the button. Do not place reflective objects in the disc slot because of possible hazardous laser emissions.

  • Page 29: Using The Dvd-Rom Drive

    Using the DVD-ROM Drive See ”Using the Flex-Bay” on page 23 for information on installing the DVD-ROM drive into the Flex-Bay type computer. The DVD-ROM drive is operated the same as the CD-ROM drive. While you play DVD-ROM Player, the <Fn+F6>, <Fn+F7> keys maight fail to work.

  • Page 30: Using The Hard Drive

    Using the Hard Drive Your computer includes a removable IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) hard drive. The IDE hard drive can store the data and programs your computer uses. The drive plugs into a connector on the system board. Although the storage capacity of hard drives varies according to model, any hard drive holds much more than a floppy disk does.

  • Page 31: Installing A Hard Drive

    1. If you are installing a new hard drive, backup the application and data files on the old hard drive before removing it from the computer. 2. Turn the computer’s power off. 3. Close the LCD panel, and turn the computer over so that the bottom of the unit faces up.

  • Page 32: Using The Battery

    Using the Battery Your computer uses a smart rechargeable battery pack for power when the AC adapter is not attached to an electrical outlet. The smart battery gives a accurate measurement of the current battery capacity which helps extend operating time by enabling effective power management in operating systems that take advantage of the accurate information supplied by the battery.

  • Page 33: Safely Using The Battery

    Safely Using the Battery Follow these guidelines to safely use the battery: Turn off your computer and unplug it if you accidentally: – Expose the equipment to liquid. – Drop, jar, or damage the computer. Use only approved battery chargers Do not disassemble the battery, heat it above 212°...

  • Page 34: Installing The Battery

    Figure 15. Removing the Battery Pack 4. Grasp the tab on the battery and pull the battery out of the compartment. See ”Installing the Battery” for information on installing the battery. Installing the Battery To install the battery pack: 1. With the computer’s power off, close the LCD panel and turn the computer over so the bottom of the unit faces up.

  • Page 35: Monitoring The Battery Charge

    Figure 16. Installing the Battery Monitoring the Battery Charge Battery life is affected by factors such as the power-management settings in System Setup, the applications you use, and the brightness settings of the LCD. Under normal usage, the battery charge lasts approximately 3(2.5hrs for Ni-MH) hours.

  • Page 36: Using Powerprofiler To Monitor The Battery

    The gauge has two sections: The top section of the gauge shows an icon of a battery to indicate that the computer is being powered by the battery or an icon of a power cord plug to indicate that the computer is being powered by the AC adapter. The bottom section of the gauge shows you the approximate amount of battery charge remaining.

  • Page 37: Battery Warnings

    Battery Warnings Your computer gives you the following low-battery warnings (Table 6). Table 6. Battery Warnings Warnings The computer beeps 5 times (low-pitched beeps). The computer beeps 5 times (high-pitched beeps), with a short time between beeps. After a short time, the computer automatically goes into rest mode.

  • Page 38: Using The Modem

    Using the Modem Depending on the model of the Notebook computer that you have purchased you may or may not have a modem installed in your computer. If you are unsure as to whether or not you have a modem installed look for the Modem Port at the side of your computer.

  • Page 39: Precautions Before Use

    W - Worldwide DAA None - Domestic DAA In the case of Worldwide DAA, modem should pass the individual country’s PTT in order to support that country. Check which countries can be supported by the SENS modem with your local distributor before you use it. Precautions before use If you connect the modem to the digital key-phone line, the modem will be damaged.

  • Page 40: Specification

    6. Click OK button to close "Modem Properties" dialog box. Description of 56K There are different standards regarding 56K technology. K56Flex. Technology developed by Rockwell Semiconductor Systems and Lucent Technologies Technology developed by USR (US Robotics, now 3Com) K56Flex and X2 are not interoperable. V.90 Standard.
  • Page 41 Data throughput speed 56,000 bps ~ 28,000 bps (V.90, downstream only, step: about 1333 bps) 56,000 bps ~ 32,000 bps (K56Flex, downstream only, step: 2000 bps) 33,600 bps ~ 2,400 bps (step: 2400 bps) 1,200 bps 300 bps Fax mode support. V.17, V.29, V.27ter, V.21ch2 Fax throughput speed.

  • Page 42: Selecting A Country

    5. Click Finish button when the dialog appears saying that windows has finished installing. 6. Restart the system. Selecting a Country You have to check if the country is selected correctly before you use the modem. If the country is not selected correctly, the modem may not work properly.

  • Page 43: Install The Modem Driver

    2. Double-Click Add/Remove Programs icon. 3. Choose SENS CX56ADW Modem in the Install/Uninstall tab and then click Add/Remove... button. 4. Click Yes button in the Confirm File Deletion dialog. 5. Click OK button in the warning dialog. 6. Restart the system by clicking Yes button in the System Settings Change dialog.
  • Page 44 If the country is not selected correctly, the modem may not work properly. So, you must check if the country you're calling from is selected appropriately and then use the modem. If your modem only supports "Domestic", you must select the country where you bought your notebook computer.

  • Page 45: Modem Commands

    Modem Commands The SENS Modem includes the basic commands used by the Smart Modem of the Hayes Corporation . All the more, some additional commands are added to it to improve its capacity. What are AT commands? AT commands are the control commands of Fax modems developed by the Hayes Corporation.

  • Page 46: Using At Commands

    In command mode, you can call by using AT commands and communicate with others by connecting to other modems. You can call this status Data mode or On- line mode. In data mode, You can't use any AT commands except the +++ command, which has +++ at the head.

  • Page 47: Basic At Commands

    The result value can be displayed during communication. Generally, the result will be OK. According to the ATV command, the result can be displayed as Words or numeral letters. (ATV0 : Display as numeral letters, ATV1: Display as English words) Basic AT Commands Repeats the previous command in the buffer Responds manually to incoming RING signals...
  • Page 48 times as specified in n value. If the value of n is '0', ATA command should be entered for auto answer ATS0? Displays S0 register value on the terminal ATX3 Dials after waiting for specified time ATX4 Dials after dial tone is detected Initializes modem AT&F Loads the factory default configuration (profile)

  • Page 49: Using System Setup

    Using System Setup The System Setup program enables you to configure your computer hardware and set security and power-savings options. The settings you choose are stored in battery-maintained CMOS memory that saves the information even when the computer’s power is turned off. When your computer is turned back on, it is configured with the values found in this memory.
  • Page 50 Security Power Boot Exit To open a menu, use the left or right arrow keys to select the menu name and then press <Enter>. Table 8 lists the keys you can use to navigate through System Setup. Table 8. System Setup Navigation Keys Navigation <F1>...

  • Page 51: Main Menu

    <F6> <+> or <Space> <F9> <F10> <Enter> A pointer symbol appearing to the left of a field indicates that you can open a submenu from this field. A submenu contains additional options for a field. To open a submenu, highlight the field and press <Enter>. Use the same keys to enter values and move from field to field within submenus as you use within menus.
  • Page 52 System Date: Sets your computer to the date that you specify, usually the current date. Enter the month, day, and year in the format mm:dd:yyyy. Use the tab key to move between the month, day, and year cells. Use the hyphen key <-> or <Space> bar to decrease or increase the numbers.
  • Page 53 If no drive is installed or if you are removing a drive and not replacing it, select None. Multi-Sector Transfers: Sets the number of sectors per block to the highest number supported by the drive. Configuration options are Disabled, 2 Sectors, 4 Sectors, 8 Sectors, and 16 Sectors.

  • Page 54: Advanced Menu

    Advanced Menu Selecting Advanced from the menu bar displays the Advanced menu. Installed O/S: Select the operating system installed on your system which you will use most commonly. An incorrect setting can cause the unexpected system behavior. Mouse Configuration: Disabled prevents both the touchpad and external PS/2 port from functioning.

  • Page 55: Security Menu

    When the Infrared port field is set to Enabled, the computer’s operating system uses the default configuration or the configuration you choose. If you select Disabled, you free up an IRQ for use by another device. Parallel port: Configures the parallel port. The options for this field are Enabled (default), or Disabled.

  • Page 56: Power Menu

    Set Supervisor Password: Enables you to set the supervisor password to control access to the System Setup utility. See ”Creating a Password” on page 60 for instructions on setting a password. Password on boot: Determines whether the computer prompts for a password when starting up.
  • Page 57 or you can specify a Standby Timeout delay time of from 1 to 16 minutes. The default is 1 Minute. Rest Time out: Sets the period of computer inactivity from standby that must pass before your computer automatically goes into rest mode. When the rest timeout expired, your computer goes to the rest mode according to Rest Mode.

  • Page 58: Boot Menu

    Boot Menu The Boot menu enables you to select a boot device and set boot options. Logo Screen Display: Enables (default) or Disables the display of the boot time logo. If you select Disabled, the diagnostic POST screen is displayed during boot QuickBoot Mode: Allows the system to skip certain tests while booting for decreasing the boot time.
  • Page 59 Pressing <Esc> does not exit this menu. You must select one of the options from this menu or a menu bar item to exit this menu. Exit Saving Changes Enables you to exit System Setup and saves your changes. When you select this item and press <Enter>, a message appears asking you if you want to save your changes and exit System Setup.

  • Page 60: Using System Security

    Using System Security This section describes the security options provided with your computer. System Passwords The computer provides two levels of password security: administrative-level (supervisor) and user-level (user). Either password prevents unauthorized acces to the computer. The supervisor password enables full access to all System Setup fields.

  • Page 61: Deleting A Password

    6. Press <Enter> after you have typed your password. The computer prompts you to reenter your password for verification. 7. Type your password again and press <Enter>. A message appears telling you that the changes have been saved. Press <Enter> again to return to the Security menu.

  • Page 62: Requiring A Boot Password

    Requiring a Boot Password After you create a supervisor or user password, you can enable the computer to prompt for a password each time it starts. To enable the prompt, select the option Enabled in the Password on boot field in System Setup.

  • Page 63: Using Power Management Options

    Using Power Management Options Your computer includes power-management options that can help the battery charge last longer and extend the life of the battery, LCD panel, and other components. Power-management options slow down or shut off system components when the components are not being used. Power management may slow down system performance.

  • Page 64: Standby Mode

    Standby Mode The Standby Timeout field in System Setup enables you to specify the time period that the computer can remain idle (no user input or disk activity) before the computer enters standby mode. You can disable this option by selecting Off, or you can specify a Standby Timeout delay time of from 1 to 16 minutes.

  • Page 65: Rest Mode Precautions

    for your computer wakeup circuitry and battery charger) is turned off. During save to disk mode, the DRAM and video memory are saved to the hard drive and are restored when your computer resumes operation. You can press <Fn+F11> to manually place your computer into Rest mode. When you use the <Fn+F11>...

  • Page 66: Using Powerprofiler

    computer is in save to disk mode, you can remove and replace the battery. Using PowerProfiler PowerProfiler enables you to set power-management options for computer shipped with Windows NT installed. To open the PowerProfiler window, double- click the battery icon on the right corner of the Windows taskbar. If you click the icon with the right mouse button, a menu appears with an option to put the computer in Rest mode.

  • Page 67: Creating A Save To Disk Partition

    Creating a Save to Disk Partition Save To Disk Partition enables you to store data from the system and video memory to hard drive during Save To Disk mode for computer shipped with Windows 95, 98 installed. Windows Me does not need this partition. If you want to use a new hard drive to your system, you need to create a Save to Disk Partition area on the new hard drive.
  • Page 68 7. Type the partition size in the blank of 'Enter partition size in Mbytes or percent of disk space (%) to create a Primary DOS Partition...:[ ]' and press Enter. (HDD size) - (Save-To-Disk Partition + 5MB) Eg.) Partition size for 6.4 GB HDD = 6250 - (140 + 5) = 6105 8.

  • Page 69: To (Re)Install Your Operating System

    Restoring your Operating System and Original Applications and Drivers Notebook computers that ship from the factory include System Recover CD-ROM and System Software CD-ROM, which contains a copy of the applications and drivers needed for computer’s operating system. In the unlikely event that programs on the computer hard drive become corrupted or are erased, you can use the System Recovery CD-ROM to reinstall your operating system and then System Software CD-ROM to reinstall your original applications and drivers.

  • Page 70: To (Re)Install Your Original Applications And Drivers

    Please note this will delete everything from your C: drive. To (re)install your original applications and drivers: Use the System Software CD-ROM included in the packing. And follow the instruction in the CD cover. 70 Restoring your Operating System and Original Applications and Drivers...

  • Page 71: Video Features And Configuration

    Video Features and Configuration Your computer includes a TFT LCD or active-matrix display. The capabilities of the screen plus the video drivers installed on the computer determine the quality of the image your LCD can display. The following sections describe the display capabilities of your computer. Resolution and Color Depth The resolution of the LCD is the sharpness of the image it can display.

  • Page 72: Configuring Display Features

    Software Drivers Windows 98 Windows NT® All these video modes can be displayed on an external monitor. However, if you disconnect an external monitor that was attached to your computer and then start the computer, the LCD may revert to a different resolution than the one you chose for the external monitor.

  • Page 73: Changing Color Depth And Resolution

    2. Select Settings. 3. Click Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears. 4. Double-click the Display icon. The Display Properties window appears. 5. Click the Settings tab. The Settings screen appears. 6. Click the Advanced button. The Advanced Properties screen appears. 7.

  • Page 74: Changing The Video Driver

    7. To change the resolution, click and drag the knob under the Screen area until you select the resolution you want. 8. Click the OK button. 9. Follow the prompts that appear on the screen. Changing the Video Driver It is possible that you may want to update your video driver or that your installed video driver has become corrupt so that the display is unusable.
  • Page 75 Fn+CRT/LCD cause TV-Out disable. Then, you should follow from step4.(DOS mode-you should restart.) To enable TV-out: 1. Connect the TV to the TV-Out port using an appropriate S-VHS cable 2. Enter System Setup and under the Advanced menu, set TV Standard to the appropriate standard for your TV.
  • Page 76 Using Dual View mode Single View mode is used to be the basic display method until now which displays same view on all the display devices connected to a system. While Dual View mode is the ’Extended screen mode’ supported in Windows 98/Me, which displays separate views on each display devices connected to a system.
  • Page 77 The secondary monitor has a display of 256 colors (color depth) and 640x480 pixels (resolution) at first. The color depth and resolution of primary/secondary monitors are separately changeable. To reset the system to Single View mode; a. Start Display properties. b.
  • Page 78 Table 10. Using several display devices Two Displays Three Displays C = Coprocessor mode only E = No Expansion I = No Hardware Icon O = No Overlay R = Same Refresh rate Software cursor is used while two controller and hardware icons are activated.
  • Page 79 Limits on Video Driver while using Dual View mode 1. Certain combinations of display modes, color depth and refresh rate, when Dual View mode is active, are not supported because of video memory bandwidth limitation. 2. When using Dual View in simultaneous display mode, frame rates in Direct Draw applications are slightly lower because of the need to synchronize buffer flip.

  • Page 80: Working With Pc Cards

    Working with PC Cards By installing PC Cards, you can add functions to your notebook computer similar to those found on add-in boards for desktop computers. Available PC Cards include: Input/output, such as modem, network, pager, video capture, and SCSI cards. Storage, such as hard drive and flash (SRAM) cards.

  • Page 81: Using Pc Cards

    Do not drop, bend, flex, or crush cards when handling. Keep dust, magnets, and static electricity away from PC Cards. When a card is not in use, carry it in its protective carrying case. Some PC Cards include cables that extend from the back of the cards. Be careful not to bend or put excessive strain on these cables.

  • Page 82: Windows Nt

    computer. For further information on configuring a PC Card in Windows 98/ Me, see the index entry PC card in the Windows Help. Windows 98/ Me also handles power management for PC Cards. To remove a PC Card from your computer if your operating system is Windows 98/ Me: Use the following procedures to remove PC Cards, or you may lose data that is being stored to a card.
  • Page 83 installed, a message may appear telling you that a service did not start. You can ignore this message. Modem and ATA cards can be inserted and removed while the computer is Before you remove a modem or ATA card from your computer, stop the card through the CardWizard program or you may lose data.

  • Page 84: Using Options

    Using Options You can order the following options for your Notebook computer from your authorised reseller: An extra AC adapter. An auto adapter that enables you to charge the computer’s battery and operate the computer while in an automobile. An extra battery pack. 32, 64 and 128 MB PC100 compliant SDRAM memory modules that enable you to upgrade your computer’s memory to a maximum of 256MB.

  • Page 85: Auto Adapter

    Auto Adapter The auto adapter enables you to power your computer and charge the computer battery In an automobile, through the +12 volt cigarette lighter socket. To use the adapter: 1. Plug the adapter cable into the AC adapter connector on the computer. 2.

  • Page 86: Before You Install Memory

    Never use 66 MHz memory module. Use only PC100 compliant SDRAM modules. To avoid possible system problems, use only approved memory modules in your computer. Before You Install Memory To prevent personal injury and damage to the equipment, follow the precautions listed here before installing a memory module.
  • Page 87 2. Using a screwdriver, remove the screw that holds the memory-module compartment door in place (Figure 19). Figure 19. Removing the Memory Module Compartment Door 3. Grasp the edge of the door and pull the door off the chassis. 4. Remove installed modules if necessary: When removing modules, pull on the plastic portion of the connector slots tabs only.

  • Page 88: Hard Drives

    6. Push the memory module into the slot at a slight angle until the connectors are fully engaged (Figure 21). 7. Push down on the edge of the memory module until the module snaps into place. Figure 21. Installing a Memory Module 8.

  • Page 89: Cd-Rom Drive

    Figure 22. Setting the switch on 2nd HDD CD-ROM Drive If your system did not ship with a CD-ROM drive included, you can order a drive. See ”Using the CD-ROM Drive” on page 27 for directions on installing the CD- ROM drive.

  • Page 90: Dvd-Rom Drive Module

    DVD-ROM Drive Module If your system did not ship with a DVD-ROM drive included, you can order a drive. The DVD-ROM drive module can be inserted into your computer exactly as you would insert a CD-ROM. See ”Using the CD-ROM Drive” on page 27 for directions on installing and using the CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 91: Docking Options

    Figure 24. Inserting a 120MB LS-120 diskette into the LS-120 drive If you want to boot from LS-120, you have to disable "Flopp Disk A:" field in BIOS setup. Docking Options Contact your reseller for a list of docking options available for your Notebook computer.

  • Page 92: About Drivers And System Resources

    About Drivers and System Resources This section gives you basic information about drivers and system IRQs. Drivers A driver is a program that enables the operating system to work with a hardware device. Your computer includes drivers for the audio, video, infrared, touchpad, keyboard, CD-ROM drive, hard drive, floppy drive, and PC Card controller.
  • Page 93 Windows 98/ Me Floppy controller LPT1 (parallel port) CMOS/Clock Reserved CardBus Touchpad, PS/2 mouse Numeric data processor IDE 1 (hard drive) Reserved In Windows 98/ Me, you can configure a device so that the device is disabled when you connect your computer to a docking station but enabled when the computer is not connected to the docking station.
  • Page 94 b. When a prompt identifies your pcmcia.sys file as an OEM-installed file and asks you to overwrite the version of the file on your system with the service pack version, click the No button. If you install any future service packs on your computer, make sure that, when you are prompted, you do not overwrite the pcmcia.sys file, or you may be unable to use your computer.

  • Page 95: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you ever have difficulty running your computer, follow these steps: 1. Consult the following sections for advice on how to handle system problems. 2. If steps 1 do not help you to resolve the problem, contact your reseller. Operating Problem This section tells you what to do if you have problems running your computer.
  • Page 96 Some of the letter keys type numbers instead of the indicated letters. Is the Num Lock light on? If so, the numeric keypad on the keyboard is active. To return the keypad keys to typing letters, press <Num Lock>. Battery power seems to run out faster than expected. If you are running the computer from the battery rather than the power cord, make sure that you set the Idle Mode field in System Setup to On.

  • Page 97: Infrared Problems

    Infrared Problems If your computer’s operating system is Windows 98/ Me, you can enable and use the infrared port. The Windows NT 4.0 operating system does not support infrared. If you are unable to transfer files with the infrared port, check the following: Make sure the setting of Serial port B is same to resource of Windows\System\Properties\Network\IrDA driver.
  • Page 98 Screen displays random or garbage characters during communications. After your modem has connected to the on-line service, your screen may display garbage characters or after-images in screen transitions. This problem is caused by a mismatch of the terminal modes between communications service and communications programs.

  • Page 99: Specifications

    Specifications Table 12 gives the specifications for computers. LCD viewing area (12.1 TFT) LCD viewing area (14.1 TFT) Width Height 12.1" Height 14.1" Depth Weight 12.1" in (with CD-ROM drive, without battery) Weight 14.1" in (with CD-ROM drive, without battery) Ambient temperature, operating Ambient temperature, storage Relative humidity (noncondensing),...
  • Page 100 Normal Weight Nominal open circuit voltage Capacity, typical Charging time, approximate, with computer turned off , typical Charging time, approximate, with computer turned on , typical Average battery life, with no power management enabled Normal Weight Nominal open circuit voltage Capacity, typical Charging time, approximate, with computer turned off , typical...
  • Page 101 Abbreviations Your computer’s documentation uses the following abbreviations: A ..Amperes AC ..Alternating current ACPI ..Advanced Configuration and Power management Interface APM .
  • Page 102 Hz ..Hertz IDE ..Integrated drive electronics in ..Inches I/O ..Input/output IrDA .
  • Page 103 USB ..Universal serial bus V ..Volt VAC ..Voltage alternating current VCC ..Voltage collector current VDC .
  • Page 104 Glossary AC adapter The AC (or alternating current) adapter regulates current coming into your computer from the wall outlet. The current at the wall outlet is alternating current and needs to be changed by the adapter to DC (direct current) before your computer can use it for power.
  • Page 105 Cache memory Cache is very fast, zero-wait-state memory. Cache reduces the average time required for the microprocessor to get the data it needs from the main memory by storing recently accessed data in the cache. CardBus CardBus technology enables the computer to use 32-bit PC Cards. Hardware in the computer and the Windows 98 operating system provide support for the 32- bit cards.
  • Page 106 DPMS Display Power Management Signalling. Displays or monitors that comply with this can be managed by the Power Management features found in the system setup. Floppy disk A removable disk, also called floppy or diskette. Hard drive Also called fixed disk. A hard drive is connected to the computer and can be installed or removed.
  • Page 107 MB(megabyte) 1,024 kilobytes. Megabit 1,048,576 bits or about 128 kilobytes. Operating system A program that supervises the computer's operation, including handling I/O. Application programs and users can request operating-system services. A user might request operation-system services to copy files or format a disk. An application program might use the operating system to obtain keyboard input, write data to a file, or write data to a screen.
  • Page 108 Refresh rate The refresh rate is the rate at which the image on the LCD screen is rewritten to the screen. A fast refresh rate helps keep the image from flickering. Resolution The resolution is the sharpness or clarity of the image on your LCD screen. Resolution is measured by the number of pixels the computer’s screen can display.

  • Page 109: Recording The Computer Hardware Configuration

    Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration In the spaces provided, write the System Setup program settings. If your computer ever loses configuration information, you can enter the information from this section into System Setup to restore it. MAIN MENU Diskette A: IDE ADAPTER SUBMENU Primary Master : Type:__________Cylinders:__________...
  • Page 110 ADVANCED MENU Installed O/S: Mouse Configuration: Screen Expansion: TV Out Mode: Display Configuration: I/O DEVICE CONFIGURATION SUBMENU Serial port: Base I/O Addres Infrared port: Base I/O Addres Mode DMA Channel Parallel port: Mode Base I/O Addres DMA Channel Floppy disk controller: Local Bus IDE adapter: Large Disk Access Mode: 110 Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration...
  • Page 111 SECURITY MENU Set User password Set Supervisor Password Password on boot: Fixed disk boot sector: Diskette access: POWER MENU Power Savings Idle Mode: Standby Timeout: Rest Mode: Rest Timeout: Harddisk Timeout: Resume On Modem Ring: Resume On Time: Resume Time:________________________ BOOT MENU Logo Screen Display: QuickBoot Mode:...
  • Page 112 Notices First edition No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, mechanical photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the manufacturer. The information within this manual is subject to change without notice. Manufacturer shall not be held liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein;...

  • Page 113: Important Safety Instruction

    Important Safety Instruction Read all of these instructions, and save these instructions for later use. • Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. • Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
  • Page 114 • The battery should not be used to power other products. • Do not dispose of a used battery in a fire or incinerator, as an explosion may result. • The battery should be recycled. • Do not subject the battery to temperature should not less than -20 degrees Centigrade or greater than 50 degrees Centigrade.

  • Page 115: Federal Communications Commission (Fcc)

    Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 116: Federal Communications Commission (Fcc) Part 68 Statement

    Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 68 Statement Note: This equipment compiles with part of the FCC rules. On the back of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number(REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.

  • Page 117: Ctr21 Statement

    This equipment cannot be used on public coin phone service provided by the telephone company. Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other...
  • Page 118 ADVARSEL USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING, NÅR SIKKERHEDSAFBRYDERE ER UDE AF FUNKTION. SE IKKE IND I STRÅLEN - HELLER IKKE MED OPTISKE INSTRUMENTER. ADVARSEL USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES OG SIKKERHEDSLÅS BRYTES. STIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN ELLER SE DIREKTE MED OPTISKE INSTRUMENTER. LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE.

  • Page 119: Power Cord Requirement

    Power Cord Requirement The power cord set (appliance coupler, flexible cord, and wall plug) you received with your computer meets the requirements for use in the country where you purchased your equipment. Power cord sets for use in other countries must meet the requirements of the country where you use the computer.
  • Page 120 Switzerland United kingdom United States Notes: * Flexible cord must be <HAR> Type HO5VV-F, 3-conductor, 1.0 mm² conductor size. Power cord set fittings (appliance coupler and wall plug) must bear the certification mark of the agency responsible for evaluation in the country where it will be used.

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