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GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS

This chapter introduces the features and components of the computer.
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  • Page 1: Getting To Know The Basics

    ■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics ▼ GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS This chapter introduces the features and components of the computer.

  • Page 2: Performance Features

    ■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Performance Features h Performance Processor The noteb ook PC is equipped with a powerful Intel processor of the latest sub-micron process, processor technologi es, and high bus bandwidths. vanced Graphic Engine An on-boa rd ATI Mobility Radeon 9600 Pro video processor with dedicated 64MB frame buffer gives excellent graphic pe rformance.

  • Page 3: System At A Glance

    ■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics System At A Glance Front View 1. Built-in Microphone The built-in microphone records sound. LCD Latch The LCD latches lock / unlock the LCD panel. 3. Power Jack (DC-in) The DC-out jack of the AC Adapter connects here and powers the computer. 4.

  • Page 4: Microphone Jack

    ■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics 6. Touch Pad with Page Up / Down Function The touch pad is a built-in pointing device with functions similar to a mouse. Use the Page Up or Down key to move one page up or down in Windows. 6a.
  • Page 5 ■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics 17. Wireless On/Off Quick Key When Wireless icon (key top) appears green, the wireless LAN function is enabled. Press the quick key to disenable this function. 18. Power / Suspend Button The power/suspend button turns the notebook on and off and it also acts as a system suspend key. Press momentarily to turn on the system.

  • Page 6: Modem Port

    ■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Rear View Warning: Do not place any heavy objects on the top of notebook. This may damage the display 1. PC Card Slot (Type II PCMCIA) and Card Eject Button The slot is where PC Card (Type II PCMCIA) is inserted. Press the eject button to release the PC Card. 2.

  • Page 7: Ventilation Grill

    ■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics 8. USB2.0 Port (x2) The Universal Serial Bus (USB2.0-compliant) port allows you to connect a wide variety of devices to your computer at a rate of up to 480 Mbps. This port conforms to the latest USB2.0 plug-and-play standards. 9.
  • Page 8 ■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Bottom View 1. Ventilation Grill The fan grill is where air is exchanged to dissipate the internal heat. Do not block this airway completely. 2. System Device Cover The system’s processor with cooler assembly, hard drive, wireless LAN card, and DDR memory module are located under the case cover.
  • Page 9 ■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Note: The optical drive resides in the Swappable Device Bay. Additionally, you may also purchase an optional hard drive module to be used in this bay.

  • Page 10: Dc-Out Connector

    ■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics AC Adapter 1. DC-out Connector The DC-out connector docks to the power jack (DC-in) on the computer. 2. LED Lamp The LED lamp appears green when the unit is plugged into a valid AC source. 3.

  • Page 11: Led Status Indicator

    ■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics LED Status Indicator The LED Status Indicator displays the operating status of your notebook. When a certain function is enabled, an LED will light up. The following section describes its indication. System Status Indicator LED Graphic Indication Symbol...
  • Page 12 ■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Power Indicator LED Graphic Indication Symbol Persistent green light indicates Power On. Light-off indicates the notebook is in Power Off mode. Blinking green light indicates the battery power is currently low. Blinking orange light indicates the battery is being charged.

  • Page 13: Keyboard Features

    ■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Keyboard Features Function Keys (Quick Keys) Graphic Action Symbol Fn + F1 Fn + F3 Fn + F4 Fn + F5 Fn + F6 Fn + F7 Fn + F8 Num Lock Scroll Lock Press the Scroll Lock key and Note: For various system controls, press the Fn (Function) key and the Fx key simultaneously.
  • Page 14 ■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Windows Keys Your keyboard also has two Windows keys: 1. Start Key This key allows you to pull up the Windows Start Menu at the bottom of the taskbar. 2. Application Menu Key This key brings up the popup menu for the application, similar to a click of the right mouse button.

  • Page 15: Touch Pad With Page Up / Page Down Function

    ■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Touch Pad with Page Up / Page Down Function The built-in touch pad, which is a PS/2-compatible pointing device, senses movement on its surface. As you move your fingertip on the surface of the pad, the cursor responds accordingly. The following items teach you how to use the touch pad: 1.

  • Page 16: Graphic Subsystem

    ■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Graphic Subsystem Your computer uses a high performance 15.4-inch (wide aspect ratio) active matrix TFT panel with high resolution and multi-million colors for comfortable viewing. The ATI Mobility Radeon 9600 Pro video graphics accelerator, which is Microsoft DirectX 9 compatible, performs graphic rendering at a lighting-fast speed.

  • Page 17: Audio Subsystem

    ■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Audio Subsystem Your computer’s audio subsystem is Sound Blaster Pro-compatible. Adjusting the Volume Manually To increase the volume, press Fn+ F5. To decrease the volume, press Fn+F6. Adjusting the Audio Volume in Windows 1.
  • Page 18 ■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Modem Your computer comes with a 56K V.90 internal fax/modem and a phone jack (RJ-11), which is located on the left side of your computer. Use a telephone cable to connect the computer to the telephone wall outlet. Connecting the Modem 1.
  • Page 19 ■ chapter 1 getting to know the basics Ethernet Your computer is equipped with a 10/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet network adapter. Connect the active LAN cable to the R J-45 LAN port located on the left side of the computer. This allows you to access and transmit data in the loca area network.

  • Page 20: Bios Setup And Security Feature

    ■ chapter 2 bios setup and security feature ▼ BIOS SETUP AND SECURITY FEATURE In this chapter, you will le arn how to enter the BIOS Setup Menu and manipulate various hardware control settings. You will also lea rn how to use the built-in security features.
  • Page 21 ■ chapter 2 bios setup and security feature Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/Output Syste It run s and maintains a variety of hardware functions. It is a menu-driven software, which allows you to easily conf igure and change the settings.

  • Page 22: Entering The Bios Setup Screen

    ■ chapter 2 bios setup and security feature Entering the BIOS Setup Screen First turn on the power. When the BIOS performs the POST (Power-On Self Test), press F2 key quickly to activa the A MI BIOS Setup Utility. Note: You may need to press F2 key fairly quickly.

  • Page 23: Modifying The Bios Settings

    ■ chapter 2 bios setup and security feature Modifying the BIOS Settings AMIBIOS setup main menu is subdivided into sub-menus. Each menu item is described in this section. n Setup er this menu, you may change time/date and view basic processor and system memory information. Item Selections / Description...

  • Page 24: Boot Setup

    ■ chapter 2 bios setup and security feature Touch Disabled Enable or disable the built-in touchpad. Enabled Support About Hard Disk Drive Setting Select Auto to let BIOS configure the drive parameters automatically. Only for certain old types of hard disk drive will you need to modify the settings.

  • Page 25: Security Setup

    ■ chapter 2 bios setup and security feature Item Selections / Description Sub-menu Removable Dev. Set the type of device for the 1st drive 1st Boot ATAPI CDROM BIOS attempts to boot from. If Intel UNDI, Device Hard Drive PXE-2 is selected, system will attempt to Intel UNDI, PXE-2 load boot sector from the Ethernet port.
  • Page 26 ■ chapter 2 bios setup and security feature Boot Sector Write!!! Possible VIRUS: Continue (Y/N)? _ The following warning message appears when a program attempts to format the hard disk drive. Format!!! Possible VIRUS: Continue (Y/N)? _ Using Password Protection Two Levels of Password Protection are available.

  • Page 27: Power Setup

    ■ chapter 2 bios setup and security feature Power Setup Item Selections / Description Sub-menu Exit Setup Item Selections / Description Sub-menu Saves After you have completed the BIOS Changes and settings, select this item to save all Exit settings, exit BIOS Setup utility, and reboot.

  • Page 28: Battery Power & Power Management

    ■ chapter 3 battery power & power management ▼ BATTERY POWER & POWER MANAGEMENT In this chapter, you will learn the fundamentals of power management and how to use it to achieve longer battery life.

  • Page 29: The Battery Pack

    ■ chapter 3 battery power & power management this chapter, you will learn how to operate your notebook on battery power, how to handle and maintain the battery pack, and learn about the system’s power saving features. TFT display, central processor, hard disk drive are the major hardware subsystems that consume the most power.

  • Page 30: Battery Low-Power Warning

    ■ chapter 3 battery power & power management Battery Low-Power Warning Low Battery Warning Low battery condition occurs when battery power is reduced to 6%. The green power LED indicator blinks and the system beeps once every 16 seconds or so. Very Low Battery Warning Very Low battery condition occurs at 3 % power remaining.

  • Page 31: Installing And Removing The Battery Pack

    ■ chapter 3 battery power & power management Installing and Removing the Battery Pack Note: The system is not designed for frequent battery pack removal. When you need to remove the battery pack, please observe the following steps. To Remove the Battery Pack: Place the notebook bottom-side up on a flat and secured surface.

  • Page 32: To Install The Battery Pack

    ■ chapter 3 battery power & power management To Install the Battery Pack: Place the notebook bottom-side up on a flat and secured surface. Carefully insert the battery pack into the battery compartment of the notebook. Charging the Battery and Charging Time To charge the battery, while the battery pack is in the notebook, plug the AC adapter into the notebook and an electrical outlet.

  • Page 33: Checking The Battery Level

    ■ chapter 3 battery power & power management Checking the Battery Level You can check the remaining battery power in the Windows battery status indicator, which is located at the lower right-hand corner of the task bar. (If you do not see a battery or AC-in icon on the task tray, go to Power Options Properties box and click on the Advanced tab.

  • Page 34: Using Windows Power Options

    ■ chapter 3 battery power & power management Using Windows Power Options Windows Power Management provides basic power saving features. In the Windows Power Options Properties [Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power Options] dialogue box, you may enter time-out values for display and hard disk drive.
  • Page 35 ■ chapter 3 battery power & power management...

  • Page 36: Suspend Mode

    ■ chapter 3 battery power & power management Suspend Mode Standby Suspend The system automatically enters this mode after a period of inactivity, which is set in the Power Schemes dialog box. In Standby mode, hardware devices, such as display panel and hard disk, are turned off to conserve energy.

  • Page 37: Power Button Action

    ■ chapter 3 battery power & power management Power Button Action The notebook PC’s power button can be set to turn off the system or activate the suspend mode. Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power Options] and click on the Advanced tab. In the pull-down menu, select how you wish the power button to work as.

  • Page 38: Low Battery Warning

    ■ chapter 3 battery power & power management Low Battery Warning You can define when and how the system warns you of its battery-low condition. Go to the Alarms tab in the Power Options Properties box. If you wish to hear audible beeps, click on the Alarm Action button and put a check on Sound Alarm.
  • Page 39 ■ chapter 3 battery power & power management Power Manu Quick Access Instead of making specific selections in the Power Options Properties box, you can quickly and easily specify which pre-set power saving function you desire by clicking on the Battery icon at the lower right-hand corner of the task bar.

  • Page 40: Upgrading Your Computer

    ■ chapter 4 upgrading your computer UPGRADING YOUR COMPUTER In this c hapter, you will learn how to upgrade the DRAM, hard disk drive, and to install the optional wireless LAN mini PCI card. ▼...

  • Page 41: Upgrading The Hard Disk Drive

    ■ chapter 4 upgrading your computer Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive eplacing the original drive with one of larger capacity can increase the hard drive capacity of your computer. he computer uses a 9.5 mm (height), 2.5-inch Ultra ATA-66 / 100 / 133 type hard disk. e sure to make a backup copy of all your data before attempting this operation.
  • Page 42 ■ chapter 4 upgrading your computer Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: Turn OFF the computer. Unhook the AC cord and all cables/devices attached to the notebook. Place your hand on a large metal object momentarily to discharge any static electricity. Locate and remove 11 Screw A’s on the Metal Cover.
  • Page 43 ■ chapter 4 upgrading your computer Re-attach the metal cover to the new hard drive and tighten 4 Screw C’s. Note the green PC board of the hard disk drive is facing against the metal case. Re-insert the HDD module to the HDD connector. Re-attach and tighten 1 Screw B.

  • Page 44: Upgrading The System Memory

    ■ chapter 4 upgrading your computer Upgrading the System Memory Many applications will generally run faster when the computer’s dynamic memory capacity is increased. The computer provides one DDR memory socket, located underneath the System Device Cover. You can increase the amount of memory by replacing the existing one with a dual inline memory module (commonly known as DIMM) of a higher capacity.

  • Page 45: Installing A Memory Module (Dimm) Into The System

    ■ chapter 4 upgrading your computer Installing a memory module (DIMM) into the system To install the DIMM, do the following: Power OFF the notebook. Unplug the AC cord and all cables/devices attached to the notebook. Place your hand on a large metal object momentarily to discharge any static electricity. Place the notebook on a flat surface and fully open the LCD lid.
  • Page 46 ■ chapter 4 upgrading your computer Notch Pivot the DIMM until the latches on both sides of the socket snap into place. Note: Notice the notch on the DIMM. The notches should fit nicely with the socket. Replace the System Device Cover and 11 Screw A’s. Congratulations! You have just completed the memory upgrade.
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  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    ■ chapter 5 trouble shooting ▼ TROUBLE SHOOTING In this chapter, you will learn how to solve common hardware and software problems.
  • Page 50 ■ chapter 5 trouble shooting Your computer has been fully tested and complies with the system specifications before shipping. However, incorrect operations and/or mishandling may cause problems. This chapter provides a reference for identifying and correcting common hardware and software problems that you may encounter.

  • Page 51: Audio Problems

    ■ chapter 5 trouble shooting Audio Problems No speaker output - Turn up the volume dial located at the right edge of the computer. See Chapter 1 for its location. Software volume control is turned down in Microsoft Sound System or is muted. Double-click the speaker icon on the lower right corner of the taskbar to see if the speaker has been muted or turned down all the way.

  • Page 52: Hard Disk Problems

    ■ chapter 5 trouble shooting Hard Disk Problems The hard disk drive does not work or is not recognizable - If you had just performed a hard disk upgrade, make sure the hard drive connector is not loose and the hard disk drive is also correctly seated. Remove it and reinsert it firmly, and restart your PC. (Refer to Chapter 4 for details.) The new HDD may need to be partitioned and reformatted.
  • Page 53 ■ chapter 5 trouble shooting The optical drive does not work - Try rebooting the system. The disk is damaged or files are not readable. After you have inserted a CD-ROM disk, it may take a moment before you can access its content. The drive dose not read any disks - The CD may not be properly seated in the tray.

  • Page 54: Display Problems

    ■ chapter 5 trouble shooting Display Problems The display panel is blank when the system is turned on - Make sure the computer is not in the Standby or Hibernate suspend modes. The display is turned off to conserve energy in these modes. The screen is difficult to read - The display resolution should at least be set to at least 1280x800 for optimal viewing.

  • Page 55: Keyboard And Mouse Problems

    ■ chapter 5 trouble shooting Keyboard and Mouse Problems The built-in touch pad performs erratically - Make sure there is no excess perspiration or humidity on your hand when using the touch pad. Keep the surface of the touch pad clean and dry. Do not rest your palm or wrist on the surface of the touch pad while typing or using the touch pad.

  • Page 56: Cmos Battery Problem

    ■ chapter 5 trouble shooting CMOS Battery Problem A message “CMOS Checksum Failure” displays during the booting process or the time (clock) resets when booting - Try to reboot the system. If the message “CMOS Checksum Failure” appears during the booting procedure even after rebooting, it may indicate failure of the CMOS battery.

  • Page 57: Memory Problems

    ■ chapter 5 trouble shooting Memory Problems The POST does not show an increased memory capacity when you have already installed additional memory - Certain brands of memory module may not be compatible with your system. You should ask your vendor for a list of compatible DIMM.

  • Page 58: Modem Problems

    ■ chapter 5 trouble shooting Modem Problems The built-in modem does not respond - Make sure the modem driver is loaded properly. Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel > Phone and Modem Options] and go to Modems tab. Make sure SmartLink 56K Voice Modem or V.90 Modem is listed.

  • Page 59: Network Adapter / Ethernet Problems

    ■ chapter 5 trouble shooting Network Adapter / Ethernet Problems The Ethernet adapter does not work - Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel > System > Hardware > Device Manager]. Double-click on Network Adapters and check if SiS 900-Based PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter appears as one of the adapters. If it does not exist, Windows has not detected the National Semiconductor Fast Ethernet adapter or the device driver has not been installed properly.

  • Page 60: Pc Card (Pcmcia) Problems

    ■ chapter 5 trouble shooting PC Card / PCMCIA Problems Note: Some system may not have the PC Card Slot option. PC Cards do not function- Make sure you have properly installed the driver for the card. Consult the card’s manual or contact the vendor for trouble-shooting. The PC card cannot be recognized - Windows NT4.0 does not support PCMCIA (PC Card) function.

  • Page 61: Performance Problems

    ■ chapter 5 trouble shooting Performance Problems The computer becomes hot - In a 35 C environment, the certain areas of the computer’s back case are expected to reach 50 degrees. Make sure the air vents are not blocked. If the fan does not seem to be working at high temperature (50 degrees Celsius and up), contact the service center.

  • Page 62: Printer Problems

    ■ chapter 5 trouble shooting Printer Problems The printer does not print - Make sure the cable connection is secured and the printer is powered up, if the printer is connected via the parallel Run the printer self-test to see if it reports any problem. Check if the printer displays any error messages.

  • Page 63: Firewire (Ieee1394) And Usb2.0 Problems

    ■ chapter 5 trouble shooting Firewire (IEEE1394) and USB2.0 Problems The USB device does not work - Windows NT 4.0 does not support USB protocols Check the settings in the Windows Control Panel. Make sure you have installed the necessary device drivers. Contact the device vendor for additional support.

  • Page 64: Product Specification

    ■ appendix A product specification ▼ PRODUCT SPECIFICATION...

  • Page 65: System Memory

    ■ appendix A product specification Processor and Core Logic ▼ Processor Intel P4 (2.66 ~ 3.2 GHz or higher), 478 Pins FC-PGA2 Type, 533/800 MHz FSB, 512 KB L2 with Error Correction Code SiS 648FX + SiS SB963 chipset with audio, modem LAN, USB2.0, and IEEE1394 controllers Core Logic integrated 533/800 MHz Front Side Bus...

  • Page 66: Lan / Ethernet

    ■ appendix A product specification Audio ▼ Chipset SiS SB963 integrated audio controller Audio Codec ALC655 Sound DirectSound 3D accelerator Capabilities SoundBlaster Pro compatible AC97 V2.2 compatible 2 Stereo Speakers Modem ▼ Chipset SiS SB963 integrated Modem Controller with MDC card, AC97 V2.2 Modem support V.90 / K56flex for download data speed up to 56Kbps.

  • Page 67: Keyboard & Touch Pad

    ■ appendix A product specification Firewire IEEE1394(a) ▼ Chipset SiS SB963 IEEE1394 OHCI Host Controller and Up to 400 Mbps PHY Layer FW802B Capabilities Expandable up to 63 devices in chains Storage ▼ Hard Drive 2.5-inch format hard disk drive Combo Drive 5.25-inch format (12.7mm height) fixed module (Optional Purchase) 5.25-inch format (12.7mm height) fixed module (Optional Purchase)

  • Page 68: Ports And Connectors

    ■ appendix A product specification Ports and Connectors ▼ Mic-In Port One Microphone-in jack Audio-in Port One Line-in jack Audio-Out / SPDIF One Headphone / SPDIF jack Firewire One Firewire (IEEE1394) host connector USB2.0 Port Three USB2.0-compliant connectors Ethernet One standard network Ethernet connector (RJ-45) Modem One modem / phone connector (RJ11) S-Video...

  • Page 69: Physical Specification

    ■ appendix A product specification BIOS ▼ PnP Function AMI PnP BIOS Self Test Power On Self Test Auto DRAM auto-detection, auto-sizing Detection L2 Cache auto-detection Hard disk type auto-detection Power APM 1.2 (Advanced Power Management) & Management ACPI 2.0 (Advanced Configuration Power Interface) Smart Power ®...

  • Page 70: Agency Regulatory Notices

    ■ appendix B agency regulatory notices ▼ AGENCY REGULATORY NOTICES...
  • Page 71 ■ appendix B agency regulatory notices Fede ral Communications Commission Notice 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 Rule s. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. equip ment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instru...
  • Page 72 ■ appendix B agency regulatory notices configuration. Japa All components of the cord set (cord, connector, and plug) must bear a `PSE` mark and registration number in accordance with the Japanese Dentori Law. The minimum specification for the flexible cord are: (1) 0.75 mm 3-conductor.
  • Page 73 ■ appendix B agency regulatory notices To avoid risk of fire, burns, or damage to your battery pack, do not allow a metal object to touch the battery contacts. a damaged or leaking battery with extreme care. If you come in contact with the electrolyte, wash the exposed with soap and water.
  • Page 74 ■ appendix B agency regulatory notices CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace only with the same or quivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the anufacturer’s instructions. A TENTION: Il y a danger d’xplosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer niquement avcc unc batterie du meme type ou d’un type recommande par le constructer.

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