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  • Page 1 NOTEBOOK COMPUTER PC-UM30 Series OPERATION MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Notice For Users In The Usa

    * As an ENERGY STAR the ENERGY STAR Declaration of Conformity SHARP PERSONAL COMPUTER, PC-UM Series, and SHARP CD-ROM DRIVE UNIT, CE-CD05 These devices comply with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following 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.

  • Page 3: About The Modem

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

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

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

  • Page 7: Battery Precautions

    Do not drop the computer nor hit it with other equipment. • Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen. • Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power cord before cleaning. Battery Precautions CAUTION DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER.
  • Page 8 Discharging • Do not use the battery pack for any purpose other than powering the computer. Storage • Store the battery pack in a cool and dry place. Never allow the temperature to exceed 60°C (140°F) during storage. • Recharge the battery pack after storage, before use. Modem Precautions •...

  • Page 9: About This Manual

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

  • Page 10: Recording Important Information

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

  • Page 11: Manual Conventions

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

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Notice for Users in the USA ...i Safety Precautions…………………………………………………………………...v About This Manual ...viii Recording Important Information ...ix Manual Conventions...x Table of Contents...xi Overview of Computer ...xiii Quick Setup Installing a Battery Pack ...1-1 Connecting to AC Power Source ...1-3 Setting Up Windows...1-5 Turning Off the Computer ...1-6 Basic Operations...
  • Page 13 PC Card...4-16 CF Card…………………………………………………………………………..4-19 Printer ...4-22 IEEE 1394 Device ...4-24 Communication Functions Built-in Modem ...5-1 LAN unit…………………………………………………………………………. 5-4 Wireless LAN ...5-7 Network Setup Utility……………………………………………………………5-11 Setup Utility Running the Setup Utility ...6-1 Main Menu ...6-3 Advanced Menu...6-4 Security Menu...6-5 Boot Menu ...6-7 Exit Menu ...6-7 Appendixes Memory Module ...A-1...

  • Page 14: Overview Of Computer

    Overview of Computer Each number after an arrow indicates the page referring to the part. Actual appearance of your computer may be slightly different depending on the model. Front Antennas (which function only for built-in wireless LAN model) →5-7 Power Button →1-4 Battery Indicator →2-1, 3-3...
  • Page 15 Right Security Slot →A-5 Audio Output Jack→4-13,14 Microphone Jack →4-14 Left AC Adapter Jack→1-3 Expansion Port→4-11,22 IEEE1394 Connector→4-24 Bottom Ventilation Openings→v USB Ports →4-3,7,15,23 CF Card Slot→4-19 Battery Pack →3-1 Speaker Modem Jack →5-2 LAN Jack →5-5 PC Card Slot→4-16 Reset Switch →2-3 CF Card Eject Switch...

  • Page 16: Quick Setup

    Quick Setup Your computer is designed and pre-configured for easy setup and use. This chapter describes the steps to set up your computer and running as quickly as possible. Read this chapter first. Installing a Battery Pack Your computer is powered with either the rechargeable battery pack or AC power. See the next chapter for more information on power sources.
  • Page 17 Insert the battery pack into the computer by matching the notched parts of the battery to the projected parts on the computer; then, push the battery pack until you hear the clicking sound. Projected Part Slide the battery stopper to the locked position ( ). Turn over your computer and go to the next section.

  • Page 18: Connecting To Ac Power Source

    Connecting to AC Power Source Plug the AC adapter cable to the AC adapter jack on the left side of your computer. Plug the AC power cord into the AC adapter. Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet. AC Adapter To Wall Outlet...
  • Page 19 Tilt the cover in more than 90 degrees. The keyboard of your computer will rise automatically when you open the display cover. You need to tilt the cover in more than 90 degrees to raise the keyboard completely. Otherwise the keyboard or the computer may malfunction.

  • Page 20: Setting Up Windows

    Setting Up Windows The steps in the setup process are as follows: • Configuring your location, language and keyboard type • Configuring your time zone (for U.S. Users) • Accepting license agreement • Naming your computer • Creating an account •...

  • Page 21: Turning Off The Computer

    Properties Dialog Box in Windows In this manual, you will often see the expression “XXX Properties dialog box.” A dialog box is a window containing text boxes, check boxes, buttons, etc., with which you can send commands to Windows or other application programs. To open the properties dialog boxes, click start - Control Panel.

  • Page 22: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer. Choosing Power Source You can use the computer with one of the following power sources: • AC power from a wall outlet Use AC power whenever possible; rely on the battery only when AC power is not available.

  • Page 23: Using The Ac Adapter

    • When the battery is hot, the battery indicator may turn off and stay off until the battery becomes cool. • For more information on System standby/hibernate, see Chapter 3. Using the AC Adapter When connected to a wall outlet, the AC adapter provides power for operation and charges the battery.

  • Page 24: Resetting The System

    Resetting the System You may need to restart the system if the computer becomes inoperable or after adding new hardware or software. When the message appears after the installation, click OK, Yes, etc. to restart Windows. You can also restart Windows by clicking start - Turn Off Computer; then, Restart. Warm Boot (Software Reset) If the system is locked up because of a software problem, you can reset or reboot the system by pressing the Ctrl+Alt+Del keys simultaneously and select Users tab of...

  • Page 25: Using The Glide Pad

    Using the Glide Pad Your computer is equipped with an integrated pointing device called a glide pad. Using the glide pad, you can move the pointer, select an item from a menu, and perform other tasks in the same way you would with a mouse. •...

  • Page 26: Changing The Configuration

    Click, Double-click, and Right-click To click or double-click, you can use the left button just like that of a mouse. Instead of clicking the left button, you can also just tap gently anywhere on the rectangular pad. For right-clicking, you must use the right button. Drag and Drop You can move icons or windows by using “drag and drop”...

  • Page 27: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard Your computer, equipped with the Windows Enhanced Keyboard, provides all the functionality of a full-sized desktop keyboard. The keyboard will rise automatically when you open the display cover. The keyboard of your computer will rise automatically when you open the display cover.

  • Page 28: Controlling Audio

    Decreases the LCD screen brightness. Fn + F6 Increases the LCD screen brightness. Fn + F7 Turns the LCD screen on and off. Fn + F11 Forces the computer into System standby. See Power Fn + F12 Management of Chapter 3 for more information. Controlling Audio You can control the output volume of your computer with the following steps.

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Display

    If you control: Wave SW Synth Adjusting the Display You can adjust the brightness, resolution, and number of colors of the internal LCD display. Changing Brightness of Display Press Fn and F6 keys simultaneously to decrease the brightness of the display. Press Fn and F7 keys simultaneously to increase the brightness of the display.

  • Page 30: Changing Wallpaper And Setting Screen Saver

    of Monitor tab. (Only a member of the Computer administrators group can set the resolutions selectable.) On the internal LCD screen, the number of colors in this mode is made using a Dithering algorithm. • You cannot switch to display resolutions and number of colors that are not available.

  • Page 31: Sharing The Computer

    Sharing the Computer If you are sharing the computer with your colleagues or family members, set a user account for each person. Every user can choose their favorite desktop setting, web site lists, or make their own My Documents folder etc., and save them to their user accounts.

  • Page 32: Set Password To User Account

    Select a new account to start Windows XP again. If you cannot see Switch User in Log Off Windows dialog box, click Change the way users log on or off string in User Accounts dialog box, and check Use Fast User Switching and click Apply Options. Set Password to User Account You can set a password to each user account to avoid unauthorized use of your computer.
  • Page 33 a limited account, go to the next step. (You cannot change the password of another user account.) Select Change the password string or Change my password string. • If the password has not been set yet, Change the password or Change my password will not appear.

  • Page 34: Battery And Power Management

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

  • Page 35: Charging The Battery Pack

    Charging the Battery Pack Connect the AC adapter to the computer. While the battery is being charged, the battery indicator lights orange. When the battery is fully charged, the battery indicator turns green. Charging time may vary according to the status of the computer. •...
  • Page 36 Low Battery Indication When the battery power becomes significantly low, the battery indicator ( red, the warning beep sounds. Save your data and turn off the computer, or connect the computer to AC power immediately. Otherwise, the computer will be shut down and the data may be lost.

  • Page 37: Conditioning The Battery Pack

    Conditioning the Battery Pack You need to condition the battery pack when the actual remaining power in your battery is less than what Windows Power Meter indicates, or you buy a new battery pack. Connect the computer to AC power source and turn on the computer. When the message Press <F2>...
  • Page 38 Slide the battery stopper to the unlocked position ( ). Slide the battery release lever to the unlocked position ( ) and hold it; then, pull out the battery pack. Battery Release Lever Lift up the battery pack and remove it from the computer. Slide the battery stopper of a new battery pack to the unlocked position ( ).
  • Page 39 Insert the battery pack into the computer by matching the notched parts of the battery to the projected parts of the computer; then, push the battery pack until you hear the clicking sound. Projected Part Slide the battery stopper to the locked position ( ). Turn over the computer and it’s ready to use.

  • Page 40: Optional High Capacity Battery Pack

    Optional High Capacity Battery Pack With an optional high capacity battery pack (CE-BL18), the computer is powered longer than with the standard battery pack only. (may not be available in some countries). Battery Release Lever Never connect any high capacity battery packs but the optional ones (CE- BL18).

  • Page 41: Power Management

    Power Management Power management saves electricity and extends battery life by controlling power supply to built-in devices. You can set the following power management properties on Windows. • Stopping power supply to the hard disk • Stopping power supply to the display •...

  • Page 42: Power Scheme

    Select an appropriate power scheme in Power schemes according to the table below, and click OK. Close the Power Options Properties dialog box; then the Control Panel window. Power Scheme Home/Office Desk Using AC Power Using Battery Portable/Laptop Using AC Power Using Battery Presentation Using AC Power Using Battery...
  • Page 43 • Note that Power schemes includes other power management settings (such as a timer for System standby, etc.) appearing on Power Schemes tab. Confirm those settings are set to the appropriate value when you select the processor performance using power schemes facility. •...
  • Page 44 Using System Standby/Hibernate System standby/hibernate is a very useful power management tool. For example, after your computer has entered System standby mode, you can restart your computer more quickly when compared to a restart, after a normal shutdown operation. When your computer resumes from System standby/hibernate, the system restores the exact last state of the computer.
  • Page 45 Supporting System Hibernate If your battery becomes completely discharged during System standby, you will lose unsaved data and will need to reboot your computer. Therefore, if you are planning to leave your computer powered by battery for long periods of time, we recommend System hibernate. Confirm that System hibernate is supported with the following steps below.
  • Page 46 • You press the power button. The above functions if you perform the following: In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Advanced tab. Select Hibernate or Stand by in When I press the power button on my computer field. Click OK.
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  • Page 48: Peripherals

    Peripherals This chapter describes how to use peripheral devices with your computer. You can connect a floppy disk drive unit, a CD-ROM drive unit, a printer, an external monitor, an IEEE 1394 device, PC cards, CF cards, or other devices to your computer. To ensure proper use, be sure to read the instructions for each peripheral device before connecting it to your computer.
  • Page 49 IEEE 1394 Device Expansion Port *Including the optional external floppy disk drive unit (CE-FD05) and the external CD-ROM drive unit (CE-CD05). Peripheral Connection Overview PC Card CF Card USB Device* Microphone Headphone/ Audio Equipment...

  • Page 50: Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit

    Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit You can use double-density (2DD) 720KB or high-density (2HD) 1.44MB floppy disks with the optional external floppy disk drive unit (CE-FD05). Connecting the Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit • Do not place the floppy disk drive unit on its side or upside down. •...
  • Page 51 Inserting a Floppy Disk Hold the floppy disk with the arrow facing up, toward the drive. Slide the disk into the drive until it locks into place. Arrow Facing Up • Always insert a floppy disk straight into the floppy disk drive. •...
  • Page 52 Formatting a Floppy Disk Make sure the floppy disk is not write-protected, and insert it into the floppy disk drive. Click start - My Computer. Right-click 3 ½ Floppy (A:) icon; then, click Format… from the pop-up menu. Select the appropriate formatting options. Click Start to start formatting.

  • Page 53: External Cd-Rom Drive Unit

    External CD-ROM Drive Unit A compact disc (CD) is a storage medium, with which you can read data, play music, install and run programs, etc. The external CD-ROM drive unit (CE-CD05) can be connected to either of the USB ports on the right side of the computer. In some countries, the external CD-ROM drive unit (CE-CD05) is not supplied with the computer, although it is provided as an option.
  • Page 54 • If noise is heard from radio or TV, move the CD-ROM drive unit 6 ft. (about 2 m) away from the radio or TV. Connecting the External CD-ROM Drive Unit • Do not place the CD-ROM drive unit on its side or upside down. •...

  • Page 55: Handling Cds

    Slide the cover latch to the right and open the cover. Cover Latch Remove the protection sheet before you use the drive for the first time. Protection Sheet Handling CDs • Do not write on either side of the disk, particularly the non-label side. Data is read from the non-label side.

  • Page 56: Removing A Cd

    Place your CD onto the disk spindle and press on the center of your CD with label side up, until it locks onto the disk spindle. Close the disk cover. • Insert a CD firmly until it is locked onto the spindle; then, close the disk cover, or the disk may fall off the spindle and get damaged.
  • Page 57 Playing a CD With some CD-ROMs, you can hear the sound of them through the audio out jack of the CD-ROM drive unit. Connect headphones or speaker system with an amplifier to the audio out jack. Audio Out Jack Removing the External CD-ROM Drive Unit Click Safely Remove Hardware icon ( Click Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device;...

  • Page 58: Display

    Display You can use an external monitor with your computer. To display the images on both displays simultaneously, use the 1024x768 resolution. • Some monitors, which are not compatible with your computer, may not display correctly. • In this section, you often see the expression “Display Properties dialog box.”...

  • Page 59: Disconnecting An External Monitor

    Disconnecting an External Monitor Turn off the computer and the external monitor. Loosen both screws of the display cable if it has, and remove the connector from your external monitor. Press the buttons on both sides of the connector of the parallel/VGA converter cable and hold them;...

  • Page 60: Audio System

    Audio System You can output sound to speakers, audio equipment or headphones. Connecting Speakers You can connect stereo speakers with an amplifier to the audio output jack on the right side of the computer Audio Output Jack Stereo Mini Plug Connecting Audio Equipment You can connect analog audio equipment to the audio output jack on the right side of the computer.
  • Page 61 Connecting a Headphone Use the headphone with an impedance of more than 8Ω. (32Ω is recommended.) Audio Output Jack Stereo Mini Plug Connecting a Microphone You can input sound using an external microphone connected to the microphone jack. Use an electret condenser microphone with an impedance of 2.2kΩ and an allowable voltage of 2V.

  • Page 62: Usb Device

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

  • Page 63: Pc Card

    PC Card Your computer is equipped with a PC card (PCMCIA) slot, which can accommodate a Type II card or a CardBus compliant card. You can insert/eject the card without turning off the computer. Before inserting a PC card into the slot, refer to its manual. Inserting a PC Card When a new card is correctly inserted, the appropriate driver is automatically installed.

  • Page 64: Ejecting A Pc Card

    Push the PC card eject button again and remove the protection card. Push the PC card eject button all the way inside the cabinet for safekeeping. Insert a PC card into the slot with the label face up until it locks into place. Label Face Up If the dialog box asking you What do you want Windows to do? appears, select the task you want.
  • Page 65 Click Safely remove xxxx (xxxxx is the name of your PC card); then, Safe To Remove Hardware dialog appears. Push the PC card eject button so that it pops out from the side of the computer. Push the eject button so that the inserted PC card pops out; then, remove it. Push the PC card eject button all the way inside the cabinet for safekeeping.

  • Page 66: Cf Card

    CF Card Your computer is equipped with a CF card slot, which can accommodate a Type II card compliant with CompactFlash standard. You can insert/eject the card without turning off the computer. Before inserting a CF card into the slot, refer to its manual. Inserting a CF Card When a new card is correctly inserted, the appropriate driver is automatically installed.
  • Page 67 Insert a CF card into the slot with the label face up until it locks into place. Label Facing Up If the dialog box asking you What do you want Windows to do? appears, select the task you want. Ejecting a CF Card •...
  • Page 68 Lift up the front of the computer and slide the CF card eject switch inward, which is on the bottom of the computer and remove the CF card. Eject Switch Insert the protection card. Protection Card Be sure to insert the protection card after you finish using the CF card slot to protect the CF card slot from being damaged.

  • Page 69: Printer

    Printer You can connect a printer to the expansion port with the provided parallel/VGA converter cable (CE-PB02) or either of the USB ports for the printer. Before using a printer, read the printer manual and install the printer driver. Connecting to the Expansion Port Turn off the computer and the printer.
  • Page 70 Turn on the printer; then, the computer. To avoid damaging the expansion port, close the expansion port cover after you disconnect the parallel cable from the port. Connecting to the USB Port Be sure to read the printer manual before connecting the USB printer to the computer.

  • Page 71: Ieee 1394 Device

    IEEE 1394 Device You can connect an IEEE 1394 device to the IEEE 1394 connector on the left side of the computer. The IEEE 1394 is digital interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in two directions between devices, and for controlling other equipment.
  • Page 72 Connecting an IEEE 1394 Device • You need not turn off the computer before connecting the device. • Be sure to read the manuals of the IEEE 1394 device before connecting it to the computer. Connect the end of the DV cable into the IEEE 1394 connector of the computer. Connect the other end of the DV cable into the DV connector of the IEEE 1394 device.
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  • Page 74: Communication Functions

    Communication Functions This chapter explains how to use the built-in modem, the wired LAN unit and the wireless LAN function. Built-in Modem You can use the built-in modem for data transfer and fax communication. • The built-in modem on your computer is designed only for regular analog telephone lines.
  • Page 75 Connecting the Modem To a Telephone Line Turn off your computer. Open the cover for the modem jack on the right side of your computer. To avoid damaging the modem, close the cover after you finish using the built-in modem. Connect one end of the included modem cable to the modem jack.
  • Page 76 Click start - Control Panel - Printers and Other Hardware; then, Phone and Modem Options. If Classic view is selected, double-click Phone and Modem Options icon. In Location Information dialog box, select your country, type your area code, etc., and select your dial type; then, click OK. After the configuration, click or double-click Phone and Modem Options (icon) to open Phone and Modem Options dialog box and double-click the location name of Locations in Dialing Rules tab for the information you set above.

  • Page 77: Lan Unit

    LAN unit You can connect to a LAN (Local Area Network) with the 100 Base-TX/10 Base-T LAN units on your computer. To activate the LAN unit, perform the following steps. Never insert any cables, but a LAN cable, which have different electric characteristics from those of the LAN cables.
  • Page 78 Connect the core end of the LAN cable to the LAN jack and the other end to the network hub. Do not insert the LAN cable into the modem jack. It will damage the LAN cable and the modem jack. Turn on the computer.
  • Page 79 If you cannot access the network, Click start - Control Panel. Click Performance and Maintenance; then, System. If Classic view is selected, double-click System icon. Click Hardware tab; then, Device Manager button. Double-click Network adapters, then, Realtek RTL8139 xxxxx. Click Advanced tab, and select Link Speed/Duplex Mode in Property list and select an appropriate value in Value pull-down menu.

  • Page 80: Wireless Lan

    Wireless LAN (may not be available in some countries) Your computer has an integrated wireless LAN function compliant with IEEE 802.11b standard. You can access the network by the wireless LAN. There are two kinds of wireless networks: a network using an access point and a peer- to-peer wireless network.
  • Page 81 Connecting to the Internet via an Access Point You can connect your computer to the Internet or a wired network via an access point supporting IEEE 802.11b. Refer to the manual of the access point or consult your network administrator if you are not sure. Communicating with Other Computers •...
  • Page 82 11. Configure the network by setting the name of your computer and workgroup. To communicate with other wireless enabled computers, set the computer name and the workgroup name. The computer name should be unique and the workgroup name should be same as others. Confirming the Status of the Wireless Connection Before performing the following instructions, confirm the devices that you want to communicate with are enabled for wireless LAN.
  • Page 83 Connecting the WEP configured network Wireless communication has security issues. Some networks are configured with WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) keys or encryption keys to protect the transmitted data. To connect into the WEP configured network, follow the steps below. Right-click Wireless Network Connection icon ( View Available Wireless Networks.

  • Page 84: Network Setup Utility

    To set your specific network settings, confirm that your computer is connected into the network and has the proper settings for your current environment and follow the instructions below. Click start – All Programs – SHARP Network Setup Utility – SHARP Network Setup Utility. Click OK.
  • Page 85 Changing Network Settings To change the loaded network settings, right-click on the icon you want to change the settings in the Network Setup Utility window and click Edit settings in the pop-up menu. Then, edit the settings. Deleting Network To delete the loaded network settings, right-click on the icon you want to delete in the Network Setup Utility window and click Delete setting in the pop-up menu.

  • Page 86: Setup Utility

    Setup Utility This chapter describes how to run the Setup Utility to change settings on your computer. Running the Setup Utility With the Setup Utility, you can customize the system configuration information, such as time and date, port assignments, or passwords. The information you have specified is saved in a special area called CMOS RAM, which the system reads every time you turn on the computer.
  • Page 87 Entering and Exiting the Setup Utility Turn on the computer. When Press <F2> to enter SETUP appears, press F2. Change to the desired settings. Refer to the next section. Select Exit menu; then, press Enter. Select one of the exit methods, and press Enter. Confirm the message and press Enter again.

  • Page 88: Main Menu

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

  • Page 89: Advanced Menu

    CLKRUN defines whether CLKRUN function is set to enabled or disabled. Advanced Menu LPT Port sets the printer port, selecting the LPT port mode. Enabled means that you can set the items by yourself. Auto means the Mode can be selected (Bi-directional, ECP (Extended Capabilities Port mode), EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port mode) or Output only).

  • Page 90: Security Menu

    Security Menu Set Supervisor Password defines the supervisor password (up to eight characters). See the next section about the supervisor password. Set User Password defines the user password (up to eight characters). See the next section about the user password. If you lose your password, you will be unable to access the computer or change the configuration.

  • Page 91: Setting The Password

    If you type the user password when you enter the Setup Utility, you can change System Time and System Date of the Main menu, Resolution Expansion of the Advanced menu and Set User Password of the Security menu only. Setting the Password In the Security menu of the Setup Utility, select Set Supervisor Password or Set User Password and press Enter.

  • Page 92: Boot Menu

    Boot Menu Boot Sequence specifies where the system boots from. Press Enter to open the sub menu. The system boots from the drive at the top of the list. If the system cannot find the drive, it will boot from the second one; then, third one; then forth one. Use arrow keys to select the drive you want to move;...

  • Page 94: Appendixes

    Appendixes The appendixes contain additional information on the use and care of your computer. Memory Module You can install a memory module(s) into some models and upgrade the memory size. See the specification sheet in the provided supplement for the default memory size of your computer and find whether it is expandable.
  • Page 95 Open the display cover and set the provided memory upgrade tool with the projected part pointed to the left as shown below; then, gently insert the tool straight into the small hole of the glide pad. (Never insert anything but the provided memory upgrade tool.) Push down the tool into the hole, slide it completely to the left and lift it up.
  • Page 96 Align the memory module as shown below and insert it into place, matching the notched part of the module with the projected part of the memory socket of the computer. You hear the clicking sound when the module is set correctly. Notched Part Projected Part Press the memory module softly into the memory socket, matching the notched...
  • Page 97 Set the glide pad straight up as shown below; then, replace it in the oriented position. You hear the clicking sound when it is placed correctly. Close the display cover and turn over the computer. Replace the battery pack and turn over the computer; then, connect the AC adapter.

  • Page 98: Maintenance And Care

    Maintenance and Care This appendix provides you with information on how to maintain the computer in excellent working condition. Using a Security Cable You can connect a security cable into the security slot on the right side of your computer to prevent theft. Security Slot Cleaning the Computer Cabinet...
  • Page 99 Screen The surface of the screen may become smeared and accumulate dust during use. Avoid touching the screen with your fingers when using the system. Gently wipe the surface of the screen with a soft cloth that has been dipped in a mild detergent solution and squeezed dry.

  • Page 100: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter describes how to troubleshoot computer problems. Common Problems Problems with your computer can be caused by something as minor as an unplugged power cord or as major as a damaged hard disk drive. The information in this troubleshooting section is designed to help you find and solve minor problems.
  • Page 101 Trouble when Starting Question: Why doesn't the power indicator or the battery indicator turn • Make sure the AC adapter is correctly connected to the AC adapter jack of your computer. • Make sure the AC power cable is correctly connected to a live wall outlet. Connect another electric equipment to the wall outlet and check whether it is live or not.
  • Page 102 Trouble with Display See the Display section in Chapter 2 and 4. Question: Why is the screen blank? • Press any key to see if any power management feature has turned off the screen to save power. • See the power indicator to check whether the computer is turned on. •...
  • Page 103 • When you select Extended Desktop mode, Fn+F5 key combination does not work. Trouble with Keyboard/Glide Pad Question: Why doesn't the keyboard or the glide pad function? • Try the following in this order: Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete and select Users tab of Windows Task Manager dialog box.
  • Page 104 Trouble with the Hard Disk Question: Why can't I read or write data to/from the hard disk? • Confirm the drive and file names are correct. • Confirm the hard disk has sufficient free space. Trouble with the CD Question: Why can’t I read data from a compact disc or play files? •...
  • Page 105 Question: Why is the communication speed so slow? • Close the applications currently opened. • Try to connect another ISP (Internet Service Provider), or try to connect in some other time. Question: Why can't I access the LAN? • Confirm the cable is properly connected to the LAN jack and the network hub. •...

  • Page 106: Wireless Lan

    • When you have more than one available access points, your computer may be connected to the access point other than the one you want to access: Right-click Wireless Network Connection icon ( View Available Wireless Networks. Select the desired network in the Available wireless networks list; then, connect to the network.
  • Page 107 to connect again. (The distance between computers or access points should be less than approximately 190 ft. (60 m) in the direct line-of-sight.) • Confirm the IP address and the subnet mask of each computer are set correctly. • Confirm the WEP key is correctly entered if the WEP security of other devices, which you want to communicate with, is enabled.
  • Page 108 Other Troubles Question: Why is the battery pack discharged so quickly? • Initialize the battery pack. Question: Why is the date and/or time incorrect? • Correct the date and time in Windows. Double-click the time appearing on the taskbar and set them in Date and Time Properties dialog box. Question: Why can't I use a hardware device? •...
  • Page 109 Question: Why can’t I record the sound from the microphone? • Follow the instructions below: Double-click the speaker symbol on the taskbar. Click Options and select Properties. Select Recording in Adjust volume for and confirm Microphone is checked in Show the following volume controls; then click OK. Confirm the box of Select is checked in Microphone of Recording Control dialog box.
  • Page 110 Index AC adapter connecting, 1-3 using, 2-2 Account creating, 2-10 switching, 2-10 Antenna indicator*, 5-7 Audio connecting audio equipment, 4-13 connecting headphone, 4-14 connecting microphone, 4-14 connecting speakers, 4-13 controlling output volume, 2-7 Battery pack changing, 3-4 charging, 3-2 checking level, 3-2 conditioning, 3-4 high capacity battery pack, 3-7 indicator, 2-1, 3-3...
  • Page 111 Glide pad changing configuration, 2-5 clicking and double-clicking, 2-5 drag and drop, 2-5 scroll, 2-5 troubleshooting, T-4 Hard disk drive troubleshooting, T-5 IEEE 1394 device connecting, 4-25 disconnecting, 4-25 Indicators antenna, 5-7 battery, 2-1, 3-3 power, 1-4, 2-1 status, xiii Keyboard function keys, 2-6 special keys, 2-6...
  • Page 112 system standby, 3-11 Printer, 4-22 Resetting power switch, 2-3 reset switch, 2-3 Screen Saver, 2-9 Security cable, A-5 Setup utility advanced menu, 6-4 boot menu, 6-7 changing, 6-2 entering and exiting, 6-2 exit menu, 6-7 main menu, 6-3 running, 6-1 security menu, 6-5 Status indicators, xiii System hibernate...
  • Page 113 Index-2...
  • Page 114 SHARP CORPORATION SHARP CORPORATION 2002 SHARP CORPORATION PRINTED IN JAPAN 02K1KS (TINSE3474ACZZ)

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