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Contents
System Memory .......................................................................................................... 1-16
Memory Map........................................................................................................ 1-17
System Video .............................................................................................................. 1-17
Parallel Interface.......................................................................................................... 1-17
Serial Interface ............................................................................................................ 1-18
256K X Flash ROM.............................................................................................. 1-19
ROM BIOS ................................................................................................... 1-19
VGA Controller.................................................................................................... 1-20
Parallel Interface................................................................................................... 1-20
Keyboard Controller ............................................................................................. 1-20
PCMCIA Controller ............................................................................................. 1-20
Interrupt Controllers............................................................................................. 1-21
Local Power Management .................................................................................... 1-23
Plug and Play............................................................................................................... 1-24
Specifications .............................................................................................................. 1-25
Unpacking the System ................................................................................................. 2-1
Hardware Setup .......................................................................................................... 2-1
Cable Connections................................................................................................ 2-2
Power Sources ............................................................................................................ 2-3
Using the AC Adapter .......................................................................................... 2-4
Battery Handling ........................................................................................... 2-6
Battery Precautions ....................................................................................... 2-9
Extending Battery Life................................................................................... 2-10