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  • Page 1 NOTEBOOK COMPUTER PC-MV10 Series OPERATION MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Notice For Users In The Usa

    A shielded I/F cable and included ferrite core for LAN cable is required to insure compliance with FCC regulation for Class B computing equipment. ® * As an ENERGY STAR Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets ® the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

  • 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: Notice For Users In The Uk And Ireland

    Notice for Users in the UK and Ireland The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable (moulded) plug incorporating a 3A fuse. Should the fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or ASTA approved BS 1362 fuse marked and of the same rating as above;...
  • Page 6 Copyright Recording and playback of any material may require consent, which SHARP is unable to give. Please refer particularly to the provisions of the Copyright Act 1956, the Dramatic and Musical Performers Protection Act 1958, the Performers Protection Acts 1963 and 1972 and to any subsequent statutory enactments and orders.

  • Page 7: Notice For Users In Europe

    Notice for Users in Europe About the Modem Your Sharp PC-MV series with integral modem has been designed to work with the analogue PSTN’s in the following countries: United Kingdom Ireland Italy Germany Switzerland If you wish to connect the equipment to the PSTN in a country not listed above, you should contact your equipment supplier for further details.
  • Page 8 This equipment complies with the requirements of the Directive 1999/5/EC. Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EU-Richtlinie 1999/5/EG. Cet appareil est conforme aux exigences de la directive 1999/5/CE. Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directiva 1999/5/CE. Quest'apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti delle direttiva 1999/5/CE. Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
  • Page 9 CAUTION: 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 10: 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 if liquid has been spilled on the computer if the computer has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged...

  • Page 11: 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 12 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 Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

  • Page 13: 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 subsidies. SHARP Corporation and its sales subsidies 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 14: 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. xiii...

  • Page 15: 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 16: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Notice for Users in the USA ..................i Notice for Users in the UK and Ireland ..............iv Notice for Users in Europe ..................vi Safety Precautions ....................ix About This Manual ....................xii Recording Important Information ................xiii Manual Conventions....................xiv Table of Contents.....................xv Overview of Computer ..................xvii Quick Setup Installing a Battery Pack ..................1-1...
  • Page 17 Peripherals Using Peripherals....................4-1 Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit.............4-3 Display........................4-5 Audio System ......................4-7 USB Device ......................4-11 PC Card.........................4-12 Printer ........................4-14 IEEE 1394 Device ....................4-16 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...

  • Page 18: 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 LCD Screen →2-16 Antennas (which function only for built-in wireless LAN model) →5-7 Power Indicator →2-1...
  • Page 19 Right Security Slot →A-9 Optical Drive →2-7 Left Audio Output Jack Ventilation Openings Modem Jack (S/PDIF Compliant) →ix →5-2 →4-7,8,9 Volume Control LAN Jack PC Card Slot →2-15 →5-5 →4-12 Microphone Jack →4-10 Rear Parallel Port →4-15 Ventilation Openings External Monitor →ix Port →4-6 USB Ports...
  • Page 20 Bottom Reset Switch →2-3 RESET Speaker Battery Pack →3-1...

  • Page 22: Quick Setup

    CHAPTER 1 Quick Setup Your computer is designed and pre-configured for easy setup and use. This chapter describes the steps to get your computer up 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 23: Connecting To Ac Power Source

    Push the battery pack until you hear the clicking sound. Turn over your computer and go to the next section. Connecting to AC Power Source Plug the AC adapter cable to the AC adapter jack on the rear side of your computer.
  • Page 24 Slide the display cover lock lever to the right until the display cover releases, and raise the cover. Display Cover Lock Lever Press the power button to turn on your computer. Power Indicator When you turn on the computer, the power indicator ( ) turns green, the computer goes through a self-test to detect any problems, and Windows setup process starts.

  • Page 25: 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 • Accepting license agreement • Naming your computer • Creating an account • Completing configuration To setup Windows, follow the instructions on the screen.
  • Page 26 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 –...

  • Page 27: Turning Off The Computer

    Turning Off the Computer When you’re finished using your computer, turn it off with one of the following ways: • From the start menu Click start – Turn Off Computer. In Turn off computer dialog box, click Turn Off. • With the power button Before using this step, confirm that Shut down is selected in When I press the power button on my computer in Advanced tab of Power Options Properties...

  • Page 28: Basic Operations

    CHAPTER 2 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 29: Using The Ac Adapter

    The battery indicator is always off when the computer is turned off and not connected to AC power source. • 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 30: 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 31: 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. Glide Pad •...

  • Page 32: 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 33: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard Your computer, equipped with the Windows Enhanced Keyboard, provides all the functionality of a full-sized desktop keyboard. Special Keys Windows Key Opens the Windows start menu. Opens an application-specific short-cut menu Application Key equivalent to right-clicking. System Function Keys When pressed together with the Fn key, function keys set specific system parameters.

  • Page 34: Using The Optical Drive

    Using the Optical Drive With the optical drive, you can read data from CD and write data into CD-R/RW. Furthermore, you can enjoy a movie etc, with the DVD-ROM disk. CAUTION FOR LASER Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
  • Page 35 Inserting a Disk Make sure the optical drive indicator is not lit on; then, press the eject button. The drive tray opens slightly. Optical Drive Indicator Eject Button Gentry pull out the tray. Place your disk, label side up, onto the tray and slightly press the center of the disk until it clicks into the place.
  • Page 36 Gently push the tray back into the computer. • Do not leave the tray pulled out. Also, avoid touching the lens in the tray. If the lens becomes dirty, the disk may malfunction. • Do not wipe the lens with materials with rough surface (such as paper towels).

  • Page 37: Writing Data To Cd-R/Rw Disks

    Writing Data to CD-R/RW Disks You can use a CD-R or a CD-RW disk to write data on. CD-RW is an erasable disk onto which you can write data and from which you can erase data. CD-R is non- erasable disk onto which you can write data only once. If free space remains, you can add data until the disk is full.

  • Page 38: Watching Dvd-Rom Videos

    Watching DVD-ROM Videos You can enjoy watching DVD-ROM video on your computer using the application called WinDVD. See online help of WinDVD for more details. To run the application, click start – All Programs – InterVideo WinDVD4 - InterVideo WinDVD4. •...
  • Page 39 Available region codes are: Region Code Area U.S.A, Canada, U.S. Territories Europe, South Africa, Middle East, Japan Southeast Asia, East Asia (including Hong Kong) Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Central America, Mexico, South America Former Soviet Union, Indian Subcontinent, Africa China To change the region code: Insert a DVD-ROM disk into the drive.
  • Page 40 Displaying Video on Your TV Set You can connect a television set with S-Video input to your computer and enjoy DVD video on a big display. • Before connecting the television set, disconnect the external monitor. • Connect the computer and the television set directly. Otherwise, the screen may be distorted.
  • Page 41 Disconnecting a TV Set Turn off the computer and the television set. Disconnect the television set from your computer. After disconnecting the television set, set back the display property following the steps 4 to 5 in Connecting a TV Set section. Enjoying Dolby Digital Audio Your computer is Dolby Digital compliant.

  • Page 42: Controlling Audio

    Controlling Audio You can control the output volume of your computer with one of the following steps. With the Volume Control Turn the volume control on the left side of the computer backward you to increase the volume. Turn it toward you to decrease the volume. Increases the volume Decreases...

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Display

    In Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box, click Advanced of Device volume field. Slide the lever of the source that you want to control. Close the dialog box, then; click OK and close the Control Panel window. If you control: Wave Controlling the volume of CD/DVD or WAVE file SW Synth...

  • Page 44: Changing Wallpaper And Setting Screen Saver

    Resolutions and Colors you can choose Number of Colors Resolution 800 x 600 (*2) 1024 x 768 (*2) (*1) 1280 x 1024 (*2) (*1) 1400 x 1050 (*2) (*1) 1600 x 1200 (*2) Only 1024 x 768 dots appear even on the internal LCD screen of 1280 x 1024, 1400 x 1050 or 1600 x 1200 resolution.

  • Page 45: 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 his/her favorite desktop setting, web site lists, or make his/her own My Documents folder etc., and save them to his/her user account.

  • Page 46: Set Password To User Account

    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 47 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. • Only the members of the Computer administrators group can change the password of another user account.

  • Page 48: Battery And Power Management

    CHAPTER 3 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 49: 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 50 Low Battery Indication When the battery power becomes significantly low, the battery indicator ( ) blinks red, the warning beep sounds for about ten seconds. 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 51: 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. Make sure the computer is turned off. Connect the computer to AC power and wait until the battery is fully charged.
  • Page 52 Unlock the battery stopper of the computer to the left and hold it; then, unlock the battery release lever of the battery pack to the left and hold it; then, pull out the battery pack. Battery Release Lever Battery Stopper Insert a new battery pack into the computer by matching the projected parts of the battery with the notched parts on the computer.

  • Page 53: Optional Add-On Battery Pack

    Optional Add-on Battery Pack The optional add-on battery pack (CE-BL20) allows you to operate the computer for extended period. (may not be available in some countries). Never attach any add-on batteries but the optional ones (CE-BL20). Attaching an Add-on Battery Pack Follow the steps below: Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from the computer.
  • Page 54 Hook the projected parts of the battery pack up to the notched parts of the computer. Projected Part Notched Part Softly press down the battery pack. Slightly press the two levers of the battery pack inwards and hold them; then, press down the battery pack and release the levers.
  • Page 55 Removing an Add-on Battery Pack Follow the steps below: Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from the computer. Close the display cover and turn over the computer on a flat place. Slightly press the two levers of the battery pack inwards and hold them. Levers Slightly lift up the front of the battery pack and release the levers.
  • Page 56 Close the cover on the bottom of the computer. Cover Be sure to close the cover when the add-on battery pack is not attached. Otherwise some objects may damage inside the computer. Checking the Battery Level of the Add-on Battery You can check the add-on battery level with one of the following ways.

  • Page 57: 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 58: Power Scheme

    Controlling CPU Speed Windows XP controls the processor performance to reduce power consumption. Do not control the processor performance, or connect/disconnect the AC adapter while communicating, or reading/writing data. Otherwise the computer may malfunction. In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Power Schemes tab. Select an appropriate power scheme from the pull-down menu in Power schemes field according to the table below, and click OK.
  • Page 59 • 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 an appropriate value when you select the processor performance using power schemes facility. •...
  • Page 60 from System standby/System hibernate. 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.
  • Page 61 • 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.. Click OK , then, close the Control Panel window. •...

  • Page 62: Peripherals

    CHAPTER 4 Peripherals This chapter describes how to use peripheral devices with your computer. You can connect a floppy disk drive unit, a printer, an external monitor, IEEE 1394 devices, 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 63 Peripheral Connection Overview USB Devices Headphone / External Monitor Audio Equipment Printer Microphone IEEE 1394 Device PC Card Video Equipment with S video...

  • Page 64: 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 provided 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 65 Inserting a Floppy Disk Hold the floppy disk with the arrow facing up and towards the drive. Slide the disk into the drive until it locks into place. Arrow Facing Up Indicator • Always insert a floppy disk straight into the floppy disk drive. •...

  • Page 66: Display

    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 67 Connecting an External Monitor Turn off the computer and the external monitor. Open the cover on the rear side of the computer. Cover Connect one end of your external monitor cable to the external monitor port of the rear side of the computer. External Monitor Port External Monitor Cable...

  • Page 68: Audio System

    Switching the Display In Display Properties dialog box, select Settings tab; then, click Advanced button. Select Intel® Graphics Technology tab; then, click Graphic Properties…. Select an output display you want to display the image and click OK. Click OK three times. •...
  • Page 69 Connecting Digital Audio Equipment The audio output jack of the computer is compliant to S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface). You can connect S/PDIF compliant audio equipment to the computer and output/record sound. S/PDIF Compliant Audio Equipment Audio Output Jack S/PDIF Compliant Optical Audio Cable When recording sound with an audio equipment: •...
  • Page 70 Connecting Analog Audio Equipment Audio Output Jack White (L) Red (R) Stereo Mini Plug Analog Audio Cable You can adjust the output volume on Windows by double-clicking the speaker symbol in the taskbar. Connecting a Headphone Use the headphone with an impedance of more than 8Ω. (32Ω is recommended). Audio Output Jack Stereo Mini Plug...
  • Page 71 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. Microphone Jack Mini Plug To record sound: Click start; then, point All Programs – Accessories – Entertainment. Click Sound Recorder.

  • Page 72: Usb Device

    USB Device Your computer has an interface called Universal Serial Bus (USB). 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. See also the manuals of peripheral devices supporting USB. When a new device is correctly connected to the computer, the appropriate driver is automatically installed.

  • Page 73: 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 a PC 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 74: Ejecting A Pc Card

    Insert a PC 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 PC Card •...

  • Page 75: Printer

    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. Printer You can connect a printer to the parallel port with the provided parallel cable adapter (CE-PP01) or either of the USB ports.
  • Page 76 Connect the parallel cable adapter to the parallel port and the printer cable to the printer. Parallel Port Printer Cable Parallel Cable Adapter Turn on the printer; then, the computer. To avoid damaging the parallel port, close the cover after you finish using the parallel port.

  • Page 77: Ieee 1394 Device

    IEEE 1394 Device You can connect the IEEE 1394 devices to the IEEE 1394 port on the rear 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. IEEE 1394 Connector When two or more IEEE 1394 compatible devices are connected to the computer in a daisy chain, operations and data transactions are possible with not only the equipment...
  • Page 78 Connect the other end of the DV cable with the DV connector of the IEEE 1394 device. To IEEE 1394 Compliant Device IEEE 1394 Connector DV Cable Install the driver according to the instructions on the screen. Generally when you connect the device to the computer, the necessary driver will be installed automatically.
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  • Page 80: Communication Functions

    CHAPTER 5 Communication Functions This chapter explains how to use the built-in modem, the LAN unit and 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 81 Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line Turn off your computer. Open the cover of the modem jack on the left side of your computer. Modem Cover To avoid damaging the modem, close the modem cover after you finish using the built-in modem. Connect one end of the included modem cable to the modem jack and the other to the telephone line.
  • Page 82 Configuring the Modem You may have already configured your modem with Windows setup process. Otherwise, make the necessary adjustments as shown below. Modem Configuration When you use the modem first time, you must type your location’s information. Click start – Control Panel – Printers and Other Hardware; then, Phone and Modem Options.

  • Page 83: Lan Unit

    Power Management To use communication software, you may have to disable power management. See Disabling Power Management of Chapter 3. • See also the manual or online help of the software you are using. • Within the communications software you are using, set the COM port of the built-in modem to COM3.
  • Page 84 Open the cover of the LAN jack on the left side of your computer. LAN Jack Cover LAN Jack To avoid damaging the LAN unit, close the LAN jack cover after you finish using the LAN unit. Connect the core end of the LAN cable to the LAN jack and the other end of the LAN cable to the network hub.
  • Page 85 Configuring the LAN Unit Click start – Control Panel. Click Network and Internet Connections; then, Network Connections. If Classic view is selected, double-click Network Connections icon. Right-click Local Area Connection. From the pop-up menu, select Properties. In the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, set the network setting according to the instruction of your network administrator.

  • Page 86: 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 87 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 88 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 89 Select the network you want to connect from Available networks of Connect to Wireless Network dialog box. Type the encryption key set to the network in Network key and click Connect. • When you select a network that is not configured for encryption settings in the step 2, the Network key field is grayed and you do not have to enter the key characters.

  • Page 90: 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 91 • Make sure your computer is connected to the proper environment. • If your hardware or software configuration has been changed, you may not be able to switch to the network properly. In this case, you may need to reconfigure the settings. 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...

  • Page 92: Setup Utility

    CHAPTER 6 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 93 Entering and Exiting the Setup Utility Turn on the computer. When the message Press <F2> to enter SETUP appears, press F2. Change to the desired settings. Refer to the next section. In Exit menu select one of the exit methods, and press Enter. Confirm the message and press Enter again.

  • Page 94: 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. In Windows environment, the volume of the video memory varies automatically by Intel Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT).

  • Page 95: Advanced Menu

    Advanced Menu LPT port sets the printer port, selecting the LPT port mode, the base I/O address, IRQ, and DMA channel. 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 96: 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 97: Setting The Password

    With the user password, you can set 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 98: Boot Menu

    Boot Menu Boot Sequence specifies the order in which the computer is to make a check for a device to boot the system. 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;...

  • Page 99: Exit Menu

    Exit Menu Exit Saving Changes saves the settings you have changed and exits the Setup Utility. Exit Discarding Changes exits the Setup Utility without saving the settings you have changed. Load Setup Defaults returns the values of all items to the default. To exit, select one of the above items.

  • Page 100: Appendixes

    Appendixes The appendixes contain additional information on the use and care of your computer. Memory Module You can install a memory module 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 101 Loosen two screws and remove the memory slot cover. Screws Memory Slot Cover Turn over the sheet and align the memory module as shown below, matching the notched part of the module with the projected part of the memory socket of the computer.
  • Page 102 Press the memory module slowly to place it into the memory socket, matching the notched parts of the module with the projected parts of the socket, until you hear the clicking sound. Notched Parts Projected Part Replace the sheet and memory slot cover, matching the projected parts of the cover with the notched parts of the computer.

  • Page 103: Installing The Weight Saver

    Open the display cover; turn on the computer and check the memory size; by clicking start – My Computer – View system information of System Tasks. Your memory size appears at the bottom of the sentence in General tab. Share video memory size will not be included with the value.
  • Page 104 Slide the optical drive stopper backward and pull out the optical drive unit from the computer. Optical Drive Stopper Optical Drive Unit Keep the optical drive unit wrapped and in a safe place to avoid any damage. Install the weight saver into the bay until it clicks. Weight Saver Re-installing the Optical Drive Unit Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from the computer.

  • Page 105: Maintenance And Care

    Install the optical drive unit into the bay until it clicks. Optical Drive Unit Maintenance and Care This appendix provides you with information on how to maintain the computer in excellent working condition. Replacing the Backup Battery Your computer is equipped a backup battery for keeping the information of the Setup Utility, etc.
  • Page 106 Remove the backup battery with a pointed staff. Never use a metallic material. If the material touches to the circuit, your computer may malfunction. Insert a new backup battery with the plus side (printed a part number) up. Press two hooks of the box with the edge of the battery and hold it; then, press down the battery.
  • Page 107 Tighten the screws. Insert the battery pack. Turn over the computer and connect the AC adapter. Turn on the computer. 10. If you see the message Press <F2> to enter Setup, press F2. 11. In the Exit menu, select Load Setup Defaults; then, press Enter. 12.
  • Page 108 Using a Security Cable You can connect a security cable to the security slot on the right side of your computer to prevent theft. Security Slot Security Cable Cleaning the Computer Cabinet Apply a small amount of mild cleaning solution to a dry, lint-free cloth and wipe the cabinet with the cloth.
  • Page 109 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 110: 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 111 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 112 Question: Why do I get the message Operating system not found? • Run the Setup Utility and get default value of the Setup Utility. Be sure to set the date and time correctly. Trouble with Display See also the Display section in Chapter 2 and 4. Question: Why is the screen blank? •...
  • Page 113 Question: Why does the TV set display nothing or the image on it distorted? • Confirm the TV is turned on. • Confirm the TV set is connected correctly. • Make sure Television is selected by using Display Properties dialog box. (Refer to Displaying Video on Your TV Set section in Chapter 2.) •...
  • Page 114 pressing the power switch. Question: Why does the glide pad malfunction? • The surface of the glide pad or your palm may be moist or dirty and grease. Wipe the glide pad with a soft, dry cloth. Trouble with Floppy Disks Question: Why can't I use a floppy disk? •...
  • Page 115 Question: Why the drive does not open? • Confirm the optical drive unit is correctly installed to the computer. • Confirm the computer is turned on. • When the computer is turned off, insert a fine rod into the drive tray ejection hole. Question: Why can’t I read data from a disk or play files? •...
  • Page 116 Turn off the computer and remove the optical drive by following the steps described Installing the Weight Saver section in Appendixes. Reinstall the optical drive slightly. Turn on the computer. Trouble with Communication Question: Why can't I communicate through the built-in modem? •...
  • Page 117 Question: Why can't I access the LAN? • Confirm the cable is properly connected to the LAN jack and the network hub. • Confirm the network configuration is appropriate. • Confirm the user name or the password is correct. Question: How can I detect the MAC address? •...
  • Page 118 Question: Why can't I connect to the network via an access point? (for wireless LAN communication) • Confirm Any available network (access point preferred) is selected in Networks to access of Advanced dialog box. (To open Advanced dialog box, refer to Communicating with Other Computers section of Wireless LAN in Chapter 5.) •...
  • Page 119 • Check whether the printer is ready to print. • Check whether the printer has enough paper. • Check whether the printer driver is installed. • Click start - Control Pane - Printers and Other Hardware – Printers and Faxes. If Classic view is selected, double-click Printers and Faxes icon.
  • Page 120 Question: Why can't I produce sound? • Turn the volume control on the left side of the computer backward to increase the output volume. • Double-click the speaker symbol on the taskbar and check the Windows volume. Question: Why can't I turn off the computer? •...
  • Page 121 T-12...
  • Page 122 Index AC adapter Display connecting, 1-2 changing brightness, 2-16 using, 2-2 changing resolution, 2-16 Account changing number of colors, 2-16 creating, 2-18 switching the display, 2-6, 4-7 switching, 2-18 troubleshooting, T-3 Antenna indicator*, 5-7 turning off, 2-6 Audio DVD-ROM connecting audio equipment, 4-8, 4-9 parental control, 2-12 connecting headphone, 4-9 playing, 2-13...
  • Page 123 troubleshooting, T-7 Glide pad changing configuration, 2-5 clicking and double-clicking, 2-5 Network setup utility drag and drop, 2-5 changing, 5-12 scroll, 2-5 deleting, 5-12 troubleshooting, T-4 loading, 5-11 switching, 5-11 Hard disk drive troubleshooting, T-5 Optical drive troubleshooting, T-5 IEEE 1394 device connecting, 4-16 Passwords disconnecting, 4-17...
  • Page 124 Resetting Television set, 2-13 power switch, 2-3 Troubleshooting reset switch, 2-3 common problems, T-1 communications, T-7 display, T-3 external floppy disk drive, T-5 hard disk drive, T-5 Screen Saver, 2-17 keyboard or glide pad, T-4 Setup utility LAN, T-8 advanced menu, 6-4 optical drive, T-5 boot menu, 6-7 peripherals, T-9...
  • Page 125 Index-2...
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