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  • Page 1 Extensa...
  • Page 2 Extensa Notebook Computer Model_______Serial No.____________Purchase Date________ Extensa is a trademark of Texas Instruments. The icons in the Windows Notebook and Startup groups are copyrighted by Texas Instruments. TranXit is a trademark of Puma Technology. IBM, OS/2, AT PS/2, and VGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation..

  • Page 3: Fcc Notice

    FCC Notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

  • Page 4: Use Conditions

    Use Conditions This part 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.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface Chapter 1 Before You Begin Creating Backup Diskettes......1-2 Features ............1-3 Environment ..........1-5 Usage ............1-6 Suspend............1-8 Safety Notch..........1-9 Using the AC Adapter......... 1-10 Chapter 2 Using Your Computer Starting the Computer ......... 2-2 Contrast............
  • Page 6 Contents Chapter 4 Options User Replaceable Hard Drives ...... 4-2 AC Adapter........... 4-3 PCMCIA............4-4 Numeric Keypad........... 4-7 Using External Monitors ......4-8 Memory ............4-9 SIR Options..........4-10 Docking Options ........4-11 Miscellaneous Options ....... 4-15 Chapter 5 Using Software Using Supplied Software ......

  • Page 7: Preface

    Preface This manual describes features of the Texas Instruments Extensa notebook computers. The Extensa series computers are similar in appearance and incorporate such features as PCMCIA, internal pointing device, infrared interface and removable modules. The following figure displays the Extensa computer.
  • Page 8 Preface You should also take advantage of the online help files that are available with almost all of the programs shipped with your computer. We hope you enjoy your Extensa computer. With proper care, your computer will provide you with years of productive service. viii...

  • Page 9: Before You Begin

    Before You Begin After completing procedures in the Quick Start instructions, read this chapter to learn about important functions of your computer. Some, such as Creating Backup Diskettes, should be performed as soon as possible after the purchase of your computer. Contents Creating Backup Diskettes......1-2 Features ............1-3...

  • Page 10: Creating Backup Diskettes

    Creating Backup Diskettes You should create your backup system diskettes as soon as possible after purchasing your notebook. This process requires approximately thirty 3 1/2-inch, 1.44 MB diskettes. Labels for the diskettes are included with the manual. To create backup system diskettes, use the Create System Disk tool that is part of Windows...

  • Page 11: Features

    Features The following table displays Extensa standard features: 4 MB memory (70 ns DRAM) 512 KB of video memory Fast video graphics accelerator 32-bit Bit Block Transfer (BitBLT) engine True packed-pixel addressing Color expansion for 8- and 16-bit per pixel graphics Linear memory addressing Hardware cursor Internal memory write buffers...
  • Page 12 Features Expansion port for Mini Port Adapter or Full-Function Port Replicator Serial infrared (SIR) port External keyboard port* External PS/2 mouse port* External numeric keypad port* NiMH primary battery pack 3.5-inch removable floppy drive module** Removable PCMCIA type III slot module** Lithium-ION secondary battery pack** 356-million byte (340 MB) or higher capacity hard disk with VL Local Bus...

  • Page 13: Environment

    Environment This section provides information on the optimum operating environment for your Extensa notebook computer. Temperature Operating: 50° to 95°F (10° to 35°C) Storage: -4° to 140°F (-20° to +60°C) Relative Humidity (Noncondensing) Operating: 20% to 90% Storage: 20% to 90% Shock Operating: Maximum 5g pulse in X,...
  • Page 14 Environment Vibration Operating: Sinusoidal 5 to 25 Hz limited to 0.015 inch peak-to-peak maximum displacement 0.5g, 25 to 250 Hz Storage: Sinusoidal 5 to 27 Hz limited to 0.016 inch peak-to-peak maximum displacement 2.0g, 27 to 500 Hz...

  • Page 15: Usage

    Usage Never pick up or carry your unit by the LCD. Never use the computer in harsh environments where it could be subjected to rapid temperature changes and excessive dust. Never expose the computer to excessive vibration. Never expose the hard disk or floppies to strong magnetic fields, such as those generated by audio system speakers or telephone handsets.

  • Page 16: Turn Off The Power

    Caution: In the rare event that you should see or smell anything that indicates overheating (smoke or a strange smell): 1. Turn off the power. 2. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power source. 3. Remove battery pack(s). 4. Contact your Texas Instruments dealer.

  • Page 17: Securing The Computer

    Securing the Computer Suspend mode puts your computer to “sleep” whenever it is not actively being used. This feature helps save battery power and allows you to make some hardware configuration changes without turning the computer off. In Suspend mode, data is saved onto a partition of your hard disk so that even if power is cut off, data still remains intact.

  • Page 18: Safety Notch

    Safety Notch Your Extensa computer comes with a safety notch. To physically secure your computer, complete the following steps: 1. Wrap the cable of a portable computer security lock around a table, desk drawer handle or any immovable object. 2. Insert the lock into the notch at the rear of the computer.

  • Page 19: Using The Ac Adapter

    Using the AC Adapter AC Adapter Female Connector Connector Male Plug AC Adapter Charges the internal battery pack(s) and Adapter operates the computer on AC power whether or not a battery pack is installed. The AC adapter can be operated anywhere between 100-240 volts AC and has a detachable AC power cord.
  • Page 20 Using the AC Adapter To connect the AC adapter, complete the following steps: 1. Turn off the power, or press the Suspend button to put the computer into sleep mode. 2. Connect the female connector of the AC cord to the inlet on the AC adapter. 3.

  • Page 21: Chapter 2 Using Your Computer

    Using Your Computer Before beginning this chapter, ensure you have read and understood Chapter 1. Chapter 2 describes how to start and use your Extensa computer. Contents Starting the Computer .........2-2 Contrast ............2-3 Eject Button ..........2-4 Using LED Indicators ........2-5 Using the Pointing Device......2-7 Using Disk Drives.........2-8 Hard Disk Guidelines ......2-8...

  • Page 22: Starting The Computer

    Starting the Computer Power Switch Power Switch Power Turns the computer on and off for both AC Switch and battery operation. When the power is off, the battery continues to charge (if a powered AC adapter is connected to the notebook);...

  • Page 23: Contrast

    Contrast Contrast Control Contrast Control Contrast Adjusts the contrast level of the Control illuminated screen. Moving the switch (Dual-Scan up increases the contrast of the display Only) and moving the switch down decreases the contrast of the display. The sharper the contrast, the more power is used during battery operation.

  • Page 24: Eject Button

    Eject Button The PCMCIA eject button is found beside the slot. Pressing it ejects the PCMCIA card from the slot. PCMCIA Eject Button PCMCIA Eject Button...

  • Page 25: Using Led Indicators

    Using LED Indicators There are several LED indicators on the Extensa notebook computer. These indicators reflect the status of certain functions as you are using the system. This section discusses LED indicators for the Extensa in further detail. Power Indicator Top LED Power Lights green when power is turned on...
  • Page 26 Using LED Indicators Scroll Lock Indicator Caps Lock Indicator Num Lock Indicator Hard Disk Indicator Standby Mode Indicator Front LEDs Standby Lights when the computer enters Mode standby mode. Indicator Hard Disk Lights when the computer writes to or Indicator reads from the hard disk.

  • Page 27: Using The Pointing Device

    Using the Pointing Device The embedded pointing device offers a unique and efficient way of pointing and selecting in a Windows environment. The following figure displays the embedded pointing device. Touchpad Left Button Right Button Touchpad The EasyTouch™ is a sensitive touchpad that responds to finger movements on its surface.

  • Page 28: Using Disk Drives

    Using Disk Drives The Extensa notebook comes with a Hard Disk 356-million byte (340 MB) or higher capacity hard disk drive. The hard disk is formatted and loaded with software during manufacture. Do not format the hard disk. The floppy drive can read from and Floppy Drive write to formatted 3.5-inch, double- sided, high-density (2HD), 1.44 MB...

  • Page 29: Floppy Drive Guidelines

    Using Disk Drives For further information on your user replaceable hard disk, refer to the installation instructions that come with your user- replaceable hard drive. Floppy Drive Guidelines Failure to observe the following precautions can damage both the floppy drive and the data on the floppy: Make sure the floppy drive module is properly installed in the accessory bay.
  • Page 30 Using Disk Drives Never transport the computer with a floppy in the floppy drive. Doing so can damage the drive head. If a floppy appears to be damaged, try to make a copy of it, and immediately discard Keep all floppies when not in use in a disk storage box to protect them from damage or loss.

  • Page 31: Memory

    Memory Your computer is equipped with 4 MB of random access memory (RAM). Memory expansion can be accomplished by upgrading from 4 MB of memory up to 32 MB of memory. Refer to Chapter 4, Options, or to the installation instructions that come with optional memory for further information.

  • Page 32: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard The computer has many special keys, but most of them depend on an application for their functionality. The following keys have special functions at the command level of MS-DOS and within many programs. Fn-Pause Stops a command or application; primarily used to stop the screen from scrolling;...
  • Page 33 Using the Keyboard Ctrl-Alt-Del Terminates all programs, reloads and executes the MS-DOS AUTOEXEC file; also called “warm start” or “warm boot” Ctrl-Alt-- Decreases speed from high to low Ctrl-Alt-+ Increases speed from low to high 2-13...

  • Page 34: Using The Internal Numeric Keypad

    Using the Internal Numeric Keypad The keyboard has an embedded keypad that provides the same functions as the discrete numeric keypad on an AT™ enhanced keyboard. The embedded numeric keypad keys shown in the following figure generate AT-keypad characters and functions when pressed in conjunction with Num Lock, Fn and Shift.

  • Page 35: Num Lock Off

    Using the Internal Numeric Keypad Pressing Shift with a key generates the characters shown in the following figure. Num Lock On (with Shift) If you press and hold Fn in this mode, the keypad generates their normal characters. Num Lock Off When the Num Lock indicator is off, the keyboard acts as normal.

  • Page 36: Using Connectors And Ports

    Using Connectors and Ports This section provides a description of connectors and ports on the rear and left side panel of the Extensa notebook computer. Caution: Turn off the computer before connecting external devices. Expansion PCMCIA Parallel PS/2 DC in Ports 1 SIR The serial infrared (SIR) port allows you to...
  • Page 37 Using Connectors and Ports 3 Parallel (25- Connects to a parallel printer or other pin) device that uses a standard parallel interface. EPP/ECP compatible. 4 PS/2 Connects to an external PS/2 keyboard, numeric keypad or mouse. If you are connecting a 101-type keyboard, a 101 to PS/2 keyboard adapter must be purchased.

  • Page 38: Chapter 3 Using Battery Power

    Using Battery Power The primary difference between using battery power and AC power is the limited time you can operate under battery power before you must recharge. This chapter covers charging the battery and maximizing the time between charges and assumes that you installed and charged the battery as directed in the Quick Start instructions.

  • Page 39: Guidelines For Battery Use

    Guidelines for Battery Use Caution: Never dispose of exhausted batteries in a fire. Recycle if possible. The battery should be handled carefully to ensure maximum life. In particular: Do not drop the battery or subject it to shocks. Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight, moisture, chemicals, or temperature extremes.

  • Page 40: Switching To Battery Power

    Switching to Battery Power This procedure should only be done if your batteries currently have charge remaining. The primary NiMH and secondary Lithium-ION battery packs are “hot-pluggable”. To use battery power, install batteries as described in Installing the Battery Pack later in this section. Your computer will automatically switch to AC power whenever an AC adapter is plugged into the notebook.

  • Page 41: Responding To Low Battery Conditions

    Responding to Low Battery Conditions The notebook has battery-low warning signals that are both audible and visible. When the battery has 5% to 10% of its charge remaining, the power indicator found to the left of the power on/off button flashes at regular intervals until the battery power is depleted.
  • Page 42 Responding to Low Battery Conditions If you are using a disk, save the contents of the disk to the hard disk. Press the Suspend button to put the computer to sleep whenever you are not actively using the computer. Turn off the computer if it does not need to be active.

  • Page 43: Recharging The Battery

    Recharging the Battery Caution: Never recharge the battery differently from the procedure described in this manual. The following procedure is acceptable under most circumstances: 1. Install the battery pack(s) in your computer (if not already installed). 2. Connect the AC adapter as described in Chapter 1.

  • Page 44: Installing And Removing The Battery Pack

    Installing and Removing the Battery Packs Removing the Battery Packs The notebook uses a Duracell-standard NiMH primary battery pack and a secondary Li-ION battery pack. The following sections tell how to remove these batteries. Caution: Turn off the notebook or enter suspend mode before removing a battery pack.

  • Page 45: Secondary Battery Pack

    Installing and Removing the Battery Packs Secondary Battery Pack Release the accessory bay lock and pull out the secondary battery pack. Secondary Battery Pack Lock Releasing the Secondary Battery...

  • Page 46: Installing The Battery Packs

    Installing and Removing the Battery Packs Installing the Battery Packs The following sections tell how to install the primary and secondary batteries. Caution: Turn off the notebook or enter suspend mode before removing a battery pack. Primary Battery Pack 1. Remove the primary battery compartment cover.
  • Page 47 Installing and Removing the Battery Packs Secondary Battery Pack 1. Release the accessory bay lock and remove the accessory bay module (diskette drive, PCMCIA, etc.) if one is currently installed. 2. Slide the secondary battery pack into the accessory bay until it clicks into place. 3.

  • Page 48: Conserving Battery Power

    Conserving Battery Power The following tips can help you prolong the life of a battery charge: Keep the at the lowest comfortable contrast level. Reducing contrast even a small amount can significantly reduce power consumption and increase operating time. Enter Setup using the Setup button to access the Power Management screen and enable the power saving parameters.
  • Page 49 Conserving Battery Power Use only Texas Instrument options. These options are designed to operate with the least possible energy consumption. Third- party options (such as and mouse devices) can drain the battery more quickly. Run the computer with the AC adapter connected when using external devices, such as an external keyboard.
  • Page 50 Options This chapter provides information on Options available for your Extensa computer. For further information, refer to the installation instructions that come with the specific option. Contents User Replaceable Hard Drives ......4-2 AC Adapter...........4-3 PCMCIA............4-4 PCMCIA Option Cards......4-4 PCMCIA Slot Module ......4-6 Numeric Keypad ...........4-7 Using External Monitors.......4-8 Memory ............4-9...

  • Page 51: User Replaceable Hard Drives

    User Replaceable Hard Drives The following additional hard drives may be ordered from TI: 356 million byte (340 MB) (TI Part No. 9803947-0001) Directions for installing and removing hard drives are provided in the installation instructions that come with your user- replaceable drive.

  • Page 52: Ac Adapter

    AC Adapter The AC adapter charges the internal battery pack and operates the computer on AC power whether or not a battery pack is installed. The AC adapter can be operated anywhere between 100 - 240 volts AC and has a detachable AC power cord.

  • Page 53: Pcmcia

    PCMCIA PCMCIA Option Cards PCMCIA option cards are used to add additional functionality to your computer, such as communicating over a telephone or connecting to a network. The Extensa computer has a built-in slot that supports one Type I or one Type II PCMCIA option card.
  • Page 54 PCMCIA 10BaseT Ethernet Twisted-Pair Card 9791773-0001) 10Base2 Ethernet Thin Coax Card 9791773-0002) 10Base5 Ethernet Controller (TI Part No. 9791773-0003) For the current list of available PCMCIA cards, call 1-800-TI-TEXAS, option 2, 1. To install your PCMCIA option card, refer to the installation instructions that come with your PCMCIA card and the online Phoenix PCMCIA User’s Guide.

  • Page 55: Pcmcia Slot Module

    PCMCIA PCMCIA Slot Module A removable PCMCIA slot module can be installed in the accessory bay to accept a Type III option card. If a module is present in the accessory bay, release the bay lock and pull it out of the bay. Then, install the PCMCIA slot module.

  • Page 56: Numeric Keypad

    Numeric Keypad The optional PS/2 Numeric Keypad (TI Part No. 2581381-0001) can be used instead of the internal numeric keypad. PS/2 Numeric Keypad To use the PS/2 numeric keypad, turn the notebook off. Plug the keypad’s cable connector into the computer’s PS/2 (Mouse/Keyboard) connector located on the rear of the computer (See Using Connectors and Ports in Chapter 2).

  • Page 57: Using External Monitors

    Using External Monitors You can also connect the computer to external monitors, many of which can display resolutions higher than 640 x 480. When the external monitor is configured for 640 x 480 x 256 , however, the computer can display on the LCD at the same time as the external monitor.

  • Page 58: Memory

    Memory Your computer is equipped with 4 MB of random access memory ( ), occupying one memory slot. There are 2 memory slots on the notebook. You can increase memory by installing any combination of the following options: 4 MB RAM Expansion Board (TI Part No. 9803932-0001) 16 MB RAM Expansion Board (TI Part No.

  • Page 59: Sir Options

    SIR Options The Serial Infrared (SIR) port offers wireless communication with other Extensa notebooks or with a variety of IrDA-compliant devices made by other manufacturers. Ensure that the third-party manufacturer supplies you with the appropriate SIR drivers before attempting connection. To use the SIR port, align the SIR ports of the two devices making sure that the distance separating them is between six inches and...

  • Page 60: Docking Options

    Docking Options You can connect a port replicator to the Extensa using the expansion port on the rear panel. There are two port replicators available for the Extensa: Mini Port Adapter Full-Function Port Replicator Mini Port Adapter The Mini Port Adapter is a small, compact port replicator that gives you three additional ports besides those found on the notebook.
  • Page 61 Docking Options 1 PS/2 Connects to an external PS/2 keyboard Keyboard 2 External Connects to an external analog VGA Monitor monitor (15-pin) 3 Serial Connects to external devices such as a (9-pin) serial printer. 16550 UART. Note: When the Mini Port Adapter is installed, the keyboard/mouse port on the notebook becomes a mouse port.

  • Page 62: Full-Function Port Replicator

    Docking Options Full-Function Port Replicator The Full-Function Port Replicator is a full- featured docking bar that duplicates all the ports on the notebook and includes additional ports. To connect the Full-Function Port Replicator, first open the port cover, then connect the Full- Function Port Replicator to the expansion port.
  • Page 63 Docking Options 1 SIR Gives you access to the SIR port on the Window notebook 2 External Connects to an external analog VGA Monitor monitor (15-pin) 3 FDD Connects to an external diskette drive. (25-pin) The internal, removable diskette drive module can be used externally.
  • Page 64 Docking Options 4 Serial Connects to external devices such as a (9-pin) serial printer. 16550 UART. 5 Parallel Connects to a parallel printer or other device that uses a standard parallel (25-pin) interface. EPP/ECP compatible. 6 PS/2 Connects to an external PS/2 mouse Mouse 7 PS/2 Connects to an external PS/2 keyboard or...

  • Page 65: Miscellaneous Options

    Miscellaneous Options There are additional options available for use with your notebook. These include: Batteries You can purchase spare batteries-- primary NiMH (TI Part No. 9803928- 0001) or secondary Lithium-ION (TI Part No. 9803929-0001)--for your notebook. For information on these batteries, refer to Chapter 3, Using Battery Power.
  • Page 66 Miscellaneous Options PS/2 Extensa series computers come with a Mouse built-in pointing device. You can also use an external mouse by connecting it to the PS/2 keyboard port using a special six-pin connector or to the 9-pin serial port. See Using Connectors and Ports for more details.

  • Page 67: Using Software

    Using Software This chapter describes the software supplied with the computer and how to configure application software to run on the computer. Contents Using Supplied Software ......5-2 Getting Online Help........5-3 Windows 95 Help ........5-3 Extensa Utilities Help......5-3 Guidelines for Installing Applications...5-4 Adjusting the Software for the Computer ..........5-4 Configuring the Computer for the...

  • Page 68: Using Supplied Software

    Using Supplied Software Your computer is shipped with the following software installed on the hard disk: Microsoft Windows 95 Power-saving utilities (including PHDISK zero-volt suspend utility) PCMCIA card and socket services VGA external monitor utilities...

  • Page 69: Getting Online Help

    Getting Online Help All of the supplied software have online help files, which reduce the need to refer to printed manuals and provide you with information when you are away from printed manuals. Windows 95 Help To obtain Windows 95 help, select the Start button and then select Help.

  • Page 70: Guidelines For Installing Applications

    Guidelines for Installing Applications Adjusting the Software for the Computer Your computer can execute almost all programs written to execute on AT computers. When installing software, you may need to provide the following information to the installation program: Display The LCD has an 80-column by 25-line display with 640 x 480 (VGA) resolution.

  • Page 71: Configuring The Computer For The Software

    Guidelines for Installing Applications Mouse If you are using the built-in pointing device or an external PS/2 mouse, you may select the Microsoft or IBM PS/2 mouse. Configuring the Computer for the Software Some programs require you to modify the way the computer operates to ensure compatibility.
  • Page 72 Guidelines for Installing Applications Internal Some applications may require the Cache internal cache to be disabled in the system Setup menu.

  • Page 73: Custom Windows Utilities

    Custom Windows Utilities Extensa has Windows-based utilities described in the following table. For detailed information, use the Windows help files. Icon Location Function Extensa Notebook Provides online help on the User’s Guide Group Extensa notebook computer. PC-Doctor Runs system diagnostics Diagnostics Synaptics Windows...

  • Page 74: Using A Password

    Using a Password You may set a password to prevent unauthorized access to your computer. To set a password, follow these steps: 1. Get to the Control Panel. 2. Click on the TI Setup icon. 3. Click on the System Config tab. 4.
  • Page 75 Using a Password Caution: If you forget the system password, you will not be able to use your computer. To regain access, you must send your computer to the Texas Instrument manufacturing facility in Temple, Texas. This service is not covered by warranty.
  • Page 76 Important Information This chapter helps you prepare for traveling with your computer, using external devices, and configuring the touchpad. Contents Tips for the Traveler ........6-2 What to Take When Traveling.......6-4 Packing the Computer and Accessories ..6-5 Using a Mouse..........6-6 Using an External Keyboard......6-7 Configuring the Touchpad......6-8...

  • Page 77: Tips For The Traveler

    Tips for the Traveler Your Extensa Computer is a precision instrument containing many sensitive components. It should be handled with care. Here are some suggestions for traveling: Never expose the computer to excessive vibration. Do not check the computer as baggage: take the computer as carry-on luggage if traveling by air.
  • Page 78 Tips for the Traveler Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation. Allow the computer to return to room temperature, and inspect the LCD for condensation before turning on the computer. If the temperature change is greater than 18°F (10°C), allow the computer to come to room temperature slowly.

  • Page 79: What To Take When Traveling

    What to Take When Traveling If you plan to use your computer when traveling, you should consider taking the following items: This manual AC adapter Power cords and adapters for the AC adapter and peripherals appropriate for the countries to which you will be traveling Fully-charged spare battery pack(s) Optional battery charger and accompanying AC adapters and power...

  • Page 80: Packing The Computer And Accessories

    Packing the Computer and Accessories 1. Turn off the computer. Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer and from the AC outlet. 2. Close and latch the display. 3. Tie up cables using twist ties or rubber bands. 4. Enclose peripherals in plastic bags. 5.

  • Page 81: Using A Mouse

    Using a Mouse Although the Extensa comes with a pointing device already installed, you may use an external PS/2 or serial mouse. 1. Turn off the computer. Note: If you connect the mouse to the computer while power is on, press Ctrl-Alt-Del (warm start), or cycle power so the computer can detect the presence of the mouse.

  • Page 82: Using An External Keyboard

    Using an External Keyboard If desired, you may also connect any IBM- compatible external PS/2 keyboard by completing the following steps: 1. Turn off the computer. Note: If you connect the PS/2 keyboard to the computer while power is on, press Ctrl-Alt-Del (warm start), or cycle power so the computer can detect the presence of the mouse.

  • Page 83: Configuring The Touchpad

    Configuring the Touchpad You can configure the touchpad using the Touchpad utility in Windows 95. Follow these steps to configure the touchpad: 1. Select the Start button, then select Settings. 2. Select Control Panel to display the Control Panel window.
  • Page 84 Configuring the Touchpad 3. Double-click on the Mouse icon and select General. 4. Select the Options... button to display the Synaptics Touchpad Control Panel dialog box.
  • Page 85 Configuring the Touchpad You can configure different aspects of the touchpad including the pointer, motion and orientation as well as touchpad shortcuts. See the online help for details. 6-10...

  • Page 86: Care And Troubleshooting

    Care and Troubleshooting This chapter tells you how to clean your computer safely and solve operational problems. Contents Cleaning the Computer ........7-2 Troubleshooting Tips........7-3 Startup Error Messages........7-4...

  • Page 87: Cleaning The Computer

    Cleaning the Computer Regularly take the time to check your computer and clean the screen, keyboard, and case to ensure trouble-free computing. Caution: Never use alcohol, benzene, thinner, or strong chemical agents that could damage the computer’s case, and never apply liquid directly to the computer, only to a clean cloth.

  • Page 88: Troubleshooting Tips

    Troubleshooting Tips Computer does not Low battery; use AC adapter and come on when power recharge battery. switch is pressed Ensure AC adapter cable and power cord are securely connected. Verify that the AC adapter LED is on. Connect AC adapter to another outlet. Computer power is on Adjust contrast switch.

  • Page 89: Startup Error Messages

    Startup Error Messages CMOS battery bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Gate A20 failure Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Unexpected interrupt Contact your dealer or an authorized in protected mode service center. Display adapter Contact your dealer or an authorized failed;...
  • Page 90 Startup Error Messages Keyboard data line Ensure external keyboard connected failure correctly. Replace external keyboard. Keyboard stuck key Press jammed key to unstick it. failure Ensure no keys pressed during computer startup. No diskette controller Contact your dealer or an authorized service center.
  • Page 91 Startup Error Messages Hard disk 0 failure Turn the computer off; wait several seconds; then turn the computer on again. Press Ctrl-Alt-Esc to ensure the hard disk is defined correctly in Setup. Real time clock failure The battery sustaining the system configuration has failed.
  • Page 92 Startup Error Messages Not a boot diskette - Eject floppy from floppy drive, and press a key to load from the MS-DOS hard disk. Insert a floppy containing MS-DOS the floppy drive, and press a key. Press Ctrl-Alt-Esc to ensure that the drive type is set correctly in Setup.

  • Page 93: Appendix A Where To Get Help

    Where To Get Help Texas Instruments and your Texas Instruments authorized reseller want you to succeed with your TI product. If you are in the United States or Canada and have questions about or operating difficulties with your TI product, follow these steps to get support.
  • Page 94 Where To Get Help Call TI Express to order options In the U.S. and Canada 1-800-TI-TEXAS Option 2,1 FAX: 1-800-443-2984 For all other locations, dial direct: 1-817-774-6969 FAX: 1-817-774-6869 TI Express hours of operation are 8:00 am to 6:00 pm Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday.

  • Page 95: Worldwide Sales Offices

    Worldwide Sales Offices Australia Danmark (Denmark) Texas Instruments Australia Ltd. Texas Instruments A/S 6-10 Talavera Road Borupvang 2D North Ryde, NSW 2113 DK-2750 Ballerup Tel: (02) 878-9000 Tel: 44 68 74 00 Fax: (02) 805-1186 Fax: 44 68 64 00...
  • Page 96 Tel: (1) 34 65 00 05 Telex: 698884 Israel Greece (Call Middle East/Africa) (Call Middle East/Africa) Italia (Italy) Texas Instruments Italia S.p.A. Holland Personal Productivity Products S.A. Texas Instruments Belgium N.V. Centro Direzionale Colleoni System Division Palazzo 11, Avenue Jules Bordetlaan 11,...
  • Page 97 Tel: (512) 250-4051 A-1100 Wien Fax: (512) 250-7456 Tel: 01/604 19 31 72 Fax: 01/604 19 31 85 Malaysia Texas Instruments Malaysia Sdn Scweiz/Suisse Bhd - Asia Pacific Division Texas Instruments (Switzerland) 100 Jalan Tun Perak Riedstraße 6 Lot 36-1, Menara Maybank...
  • Page 98 Worldwide Sales Offices Tekniikatie 12 SF-02150 Espoo, Finland Tel: (90) 435 42033 Fax: (90) 467 323 Sverige (Sweden) United Kingdom Texas Instruments International Texas Instruments Ltd. Trade Corporation (Sverigefilialen) Manton Lane, Bedford, England MK41 7PA Box 30 Tel: (0234) 270111...