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- Page 1 Notice The company reserves the right to make any updates, revisions or changes to the information contained herein as and when deemed necessary. The company is under no obligation to notify any purchaser or end-user of such actions in advance or afterwards. September , 2000 Trademarks IBM PC, PS/2, XGA, and SVGA are registered trademarks of...
- Page 2 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement This Equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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Page 3: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions As with any other piece of precision electronic equipment, proper care and operation of your notebook computer will pro- long its use. Help your notebook computer last longer by follow- ing this advice: Handling the Computer Do not expose it to excessive heat Do not expose your notebook or direct sunlight. - Page 4 Do not place the computer on an Do not place the computer on any unstable surface. surface which will block the vents. Don’t use or store the computer in Do not disassemble the computer a humid environment. by yourself. Do not turn off any peripheral de- Do not turn off the power until you vices when the computer is on properly shutdown all programs.
- Page 5 Do not place anything heavy on When traveling by air, follow the the computer. airline’s instructions for in-flight use. If there is an unusual odor, heat or Perform routine maintenance on smoke coming from your com- your computer. puter, unplug the cord.
- Page 6 Handling of the Power Cord & Battery Do not plug in the power cord if Do not use the power cord if it is you are wet. broken. Do not place heavy objects on the Do not touch the battery contacts power cord.
- Page 7 Handling of Peripheral Devices Unplug the power cord before at- Use only approved brands of pe- taching any peripheral devices. ripheral devices. Other reminders Do not touch the poisonous liq- Do not throw the computer or ac- uid if the LCD panel breaks. cessories into a fire.
- Page 8 Developing Good Work Habits Developing good work habits are important if you need to work in front of the computer for long periods of time. Improper work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or other joints. The following tips should help reduce the strain: –...
- Page 9 Remember to: – Alter your posture frequently. – Stretch and exercise your body several times a day. – Take periodic breaks when you work at the computer for long periods of time. Frequent and short breaks are better than fewer and longer breaks. Lighting Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue in your neck and shoulders.
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Page 10: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Getting Started ....... 1-1 Checking the Items ..........1-2 Opening the LCD display ........1-3 Top View with Display Open ........1-4 Right Side View ........... 1-6 Rear View ............1-8 Left Side View ........... 1-10 Bottom View ............. - Page 11 Internal Modem ........... 3-7 LAN port ............3-8 Security Lock ............3-9 Chapter 4: Upgrading the Computer ....4-1 Replacing the HDD ..........4-2 Replacing the FDD ..........4-3 Replacing the DVD-ROM Module ......4-5 Upgrading the Memory .......... 4-6 Adding or replacing the processor.
- Page 12 Hardware Installation ..........7-6 LCD Panel ............7-7 Memory Module ..........7-7 PC Card ............7-8 Power ............... 7-8 Printer ............... 7-9 Appendix ............i A. Specifications ............i B: Battery Information ..........iv C: Different Keyboards ..........vi Glossary ............1...
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Page 13: Chapter 1: Getting Started
Chapter 1: Getting Started Chapter 1: Getting Started Lets take a closer look at your new notebook computer. This chapter will cover the following areas: - Checking the Items - Opening the LCD Display - Top View with Display Open - Right Side View - Rear View - Left Side View... -
Page 14: Checking The Items
User’s Manual Checking the Items Carefully remove everything from the shipping box and check the items one by one. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately. " You should have: 1. Notebook Computer 2. User’s Manual 3. -
Page 15: Opening The Lcd Display
Chapter 1: Getting Started Opening the LCD display 1) Move the cover latch to the right to release the top cover. 2) Lift the top cover to reveal the LCD panel and keyboard. 3) Adjust the LCD panel to a comfortable viewing angle. -
Page 16: Top View With Display Open
User’s Manual Top View with Display Open LCD Display The Notebook has a 12.1" SVGA/XGA TFT LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) panel which supports up to a 800 × 600 × 32 bit resolution. The LCD panel is driven by an AGP bus video controller with 8~32 MB video memory. - Page 17 Chapter 1: Getting Started Keyboard This 88 key keyboard has an embedded numeric keypad and can be used with Win95, Win98, Windows 2000, Windows NT 4.0 and Linux. It also has many of the same features as a full-size desktop keyboard and can easily be replaced with non-English keyboards.
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Page 18: Right Side View
User’s Manual Right Side View Power Button Pressing this button turns your notebook computer on or off. After proper configuration with the System Configuration Utility (SCU), the Power Button can also be used as a Suspend/Resume hot button. Note: After turning your notebook computer off, wait a few seconds before turning it on again. - Page 19 Chapter 1: Getting Started LED Status Indicators Power Button Vent 5.25" DVD-ROM Drive...
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Page 20: Rear View
User’s Manual Rear View PS/2 Type Port The PS/2 Type Port uses a 6 pin connector for connect- ing an external PS/2 type mouse or keyboard. USB Port The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port makes adding peripheral devices easy. External Monitor (CRT) Port The External Monitor uses a 15 pin connector for con- necting an external CRT monitor. - Page 21 Chapter 1: Getting Started Lan Port Use this port to connect your notebook computer to a Local Area Network Phone Jack The phone jack is used to support an optional internal modem. If you do not intend to install this optional modem, please do not punch out the phone jack.
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Page 22: Left Side View
User’s Manual Left Side View Security Slot A lock for your computer can be attached to this slot to prevent possible theft. Microphone-in Jack A microphone can be connected to your notebook with this jack. Speaker-out Jack Headphone and speakers can be attached to the system through this jack. - Page 23 Chapter 1: Getting Started PC Card Socket The notebook provides one Type II PC card socket. This socket supports CardBus. Security Slot Volume Control knob Speaker-out Jack PC Card Socket Infrared Port Microphone-in Jack 3.5" Floppy Disk Drive (FDD) 1-11...
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Page 24: Bottom View
User’s Manual Bottom View Heat Sink and CPU Cover The CPU and Heat Sink are under this cover. To upgrade the CPU you must remove this cover and remove the Heat Sink. For further details please refer to Chapter 4. DVD / FDD Cover The connecting cables of the DVD/CD-ROM drive and FDD are located beneath this cover. - Page 25 Chapter 1: Getting Started Heat Sink and CPU Cover HDD latch DVD / FDD Cover Battery Pack FDD Tab Battery Pack Latch 1-13...
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Page 26: Chapter 2: Using The Computer
Chapter 2: Using the Computer Chapter 2: Using the Computer Your notebook computer can be used almost anywhere, in the home, office, or on the road. To learn more about how to operate your computer, the features available and how to power your computer please read this chapter. -
Page 27: The Power Sources
User’s Manual The Power Sources The computer can be powered by either an AC adapter or battery pack depending on where you want to use it. AC Power Adapter Use only the power adapter that comes with your computer. An incorrect type of power adapter will damage the computer and its components. -
Page 28: Battery Pack
Chapter 2: Using the Computer Battery Pack The battery pack allows you to use your notebook computer when you are on the road or an electrical outlet is unavailable. Battery life depends on the applica- tion and the configuration you're using. Removing the battery pack 1) Turn the computer over. -
Page 29: Recharging By Ac Power
User’s Manual Recharging by AC Power The battery pack will automatically recharge when it is in its bay in the computer and the computer is plugged into an AC power supply. While the battery is recharging, you can still use the computer. It will take several hours to fully recharge the battery and slightly longer if you are using the computer while the battery is recharging. -
Page 30: Proper Handling Of The Battery Pack
Chapter 2: Using the Computer Proper Handling of the Battery Pack Do not disassemble the battery pack under any circumstances. Do not expose the battery to fire or high temperatures, it may explode. Do not connect the metal terminals (+, -) together. Turning on the Computer Now you are ready to begin using your new notebook computer. -
Page 31: Led Power Indicators
User’s Manual LED Indicators To display useful information there are two sets of LED indica- tors on your computer, they are the LED Power Indicators and LED Status Indicators. LED Power Indicators The LED power indica- tors located on the top right side display the power status. - Page 32 Chapter 2: Using the Computer LED Status Indicators Once your computer is on and in use the LED status indicators will display the system's operating status. Icon Color Description Green The system has entered the configured suspend mode. Green The hard disk is being accessed Green Num lock is activated Green...
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Page 33: The Hard Disk Drive (Hdd)
User’s Manual The Hard Disk Drive (HDD) The hard disk drive is used to store your data internally in the notebook computer. It is mounted in a removable case and can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" IDE hard disk drives with a height of 12.7 mm or 9.5 mm. -
Page 34: The Floppy Disk Drive (Fdd)
Chapter 2: Using the Computer The Floppy Disk Drive (FDD) The computer is equipped with a 1.44 MB, 3.5" floppy disk drive module. It is usually designated drive A by default and can be used as a boot device if properly set in the SCU (please refer to Chapter 5, BIOS Utilities). -
Page 35: The Dvd-Rom Drive
User’s Manual The DVD-ROM Drive The notebook computer comes standard with a 8x speed remov- able 5.25" DVD-ROM drive. It is labeled drive D and may be used as a boot device if properly set in the System Configuration Util- ity. - Page 36 Chapter 2: Using the Computer Handling Disks Proper handling of your disks will prevent them from being damaged. Please follow the advice listed below to make sure that the data stored on your CD/DVD-ROMs can be accessed. Remember to: – Hold the disk by the edges; do not touch the surface of the disk.
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Page 37: The Pc Card Slots
User’s Manual The PC Card Slots The computer is equipped with one PC card slot (previously referred to as PCMCIA). The slot supports one Type II PC card or CardBus card. Inserting PC Cards Align the PC card with the slot and push the card in until it is firmly in place. -
Page 38: Hot Keys
Chapter 2: Using the Computer Hot Keys Hot Keys allow you to change operational features instantly. You activate the Hot Key functions by pressing the Fn key or Function key which is located on the bottom-left of the keyboard and one of the keys with the blue icons (F3, F6, etc..) located at the top of your keyboard. -
Page 39: The Numeric Keypad
User’s Manual The Numeric Keypad A numeric keypad is integrated into the keyboard for easy nu- meric data input. The keypad stands out by its blue typeface. To use the keypad simply: 1) Activate the Num Lock feature (press the Num Lock key). 2) Press and hold down the Fn key. -
Page 40: Chapter 3: Adding Peripherals
Chapter 3: Attaching Peripherals Chapter 3: Adding Peripherals To enhance your computer's capabilities, you can attach periph- eral devices to the computer using the ports or jacks located on the rear and left side of the computer. The computer can support the following peripheral devices and this chapter will explain how to connect them to your notebook: - PS/2 Keyboard or Mouse - USB Compatible Device... -
Page 41: Ps/2 Keyboard Or Mouse
User’s Manual PS/2 Keyboard or Mouse The computer can use a PS/2 keyboard or mouse attached directly to the PS/2 port or if you want you can attach both using the PS/2 transfer cable that comes with your notebook computer. Attach the external keyboard or mouse to the PS/2 port as shown below. -
Page 42: Usb Compatible Device
Chapter 3: Attaching Peripherals USB Compatible Device The computer has a USB port for connecting a USB compatible keyboard, mouse, game pad or other USB device. Simply plug the device into the USB port as shown below. -
Page 43: Serial Mouse
User’s Manual Serial Mouse The serial port features a 9 pin connector. You can connect any serial device such as a mouse to this port. To connect a serial device you must: 1) Turn off the computer. 2) Connect the cable to the serial port on the rear of the computer 3) Tighten the screws that fasten the cable to the serial port... -
Page 44: External Monitor (Crt)
Chapter 3: Attaching Peripherals External Monitor (CRT) The computer can support an XGA compatible external monitor. The external monitor can be used simultaneously with the LCD display turned on or off. You can setup your computer to use an external monitor by entering the System Configuration Utility (SCU) and selecting the appropriate parameters or using the Fn + F6 keys (refer to Hot Keys in Chapter 2). -
Page 45: Parallel Printer
User’s Manual Parallel Printer You can connect any standard Centronics parallel printer to your computer using the parallel port. To connect a printer simply: 1) Turn off the computer. 2) Connect the cable to the parallel port on the rear of the computer 3) Tighten the screws that fasten the cable to the parallel port 4) Insert the other end of the cable to the printer's connector. -
Page 46: Internal Modem
Chapter 3: Attaching Peripherals Internal Modem The notebook has a phone jack (RJ-11) for connecting to a phone line. To connect your computer’s internal modem to a phone line, simply plug a phone cord into the phone jack. phone jack... -
Page 47: Lan Port
User’s Manual LAN port (RJ-45) The notebook has a LAN port for connecting to a LAN (Local Area Network). To connect to a LAN, simply plug the LAN line into the port. LAN port... -
Page 48: Security Lock
Chapter 3: Attaching Peripherals Security Lock A security lock can be installed on your notebook computer to help prevent theft. To install the security lock, wrap the cable around a desk or other immovable object, then insert the locking device in the slot located on the left side of your notebook com- puter. -
Page 49: Chapter 4: Upgrading The Computer
Chapter 4: Upgrading the Computer Chapter 4: Upgrading the Computer This chapter will explain how to upgrade your notebook com- puter. Please follow the steps in this chapter and if you have any problems or questions, you can contact your dealer for further help. -
Page 50: Replacing The Hdd
User’s Manual Replacing the HDD 1) Remove the HDD case from the computer (refer to Removing the HDD in Chapter 2 for details). 2) Remove the two sets of screws on the side of the case. 3) Slowly remove the HDD from the case until you see the connecting cable. -
Page 51: Replacing The Fdd
Chapter 4: Upgrading the Computer Replacing the FDD Removing the Floppy Disk Drive 1) Turn off the computer. 2) Turn the computer over. 3) Locate the DVD / FDD cover 4) Unscrew and remove the cover . 5) Lift the white plastic piece which holds the FDD cable in place 6) Pull out the FDD cable 7) Grasp the FDD tab and gently PULL the FDD out of the... - Page 52 User’s Manual 8) Remove the two screws on each side of the FDD tray. 9) Remove the FDD from its tray. (see picture) fastening screws fastening screws The FDD floppy disk drive out of its bay Inserting the Floppy Disk Drive Follow the instructions for removing the FDD in reverse order.
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Page 53: Replacing The Dvd-Rom Module
Chapter 4: Upgrading the Computer Replacing the DVD-ROM Module Removing the DVD-ROM Module 1) Turn off the computer. 2) Turn the computer over. 3) Locate the DVD/FDD cover 4) Unscrew and remove the cover. 5) Remove the single screw which holds the DVD-ROM in the computer 6) Locate the cable tab and gently pull the cable tab upward to disconnect the DVD-ROM from the computer mainboard... -
Page 54: Upgrading The Memory
User’s Manual Upgrading the Memory The computer has two memory sockets for PC-100/PC-133 compli- ant, 144 pin SODIMM (Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Mod- ule) modules. The memory can be expanded to 512 MB with the following combinations: Bank 0 Bank 1 Power Total... - Page 55 Chapter 4: Upgrading the Computer Installing a Memory Module 1) Turn off the computer. 2) Press the two keyboard latches at the top of the keyboard to elevate the keyboard from its normal position. 3) Carefully lift the key- board assembly out to expose the mainboard.
- Page 56 User’s Manual 5) Insert the memory module at an angle (about 45°) and fit its connectors firmly into the bank 6) Press down the edge of the memory module and lock it into place 7) Put the keyboard back into place. Note: Make sure the connectors go into the bank.
- Page 57 Chapter 4: Upgrading the Computer Changing the S3 DIP Switch settings Once you have installed the new memory you will have to change the DIP Switch settings depending on the type of memory you have installed. Please refer to the chart below for the correct settings for the S3 DIP Switches SDRAM S3-1...
- Page 58 User’s Manual Removing a Memory Module 1) Turn off the computer. 2) Press the two keyboard latches to elevate the keyboard from its normal position (refer to page 4-7, Figure 4-1) 3) Carefully lift the keyboard assembly out to expose the mainboard.
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Page 59: Adding Or Replacing The Processor
Chapter 4: Upgrading the Computer Adding or replacing the processor. Note: If you plan on removing the heat sink, which is necessary to add or replace the processor, you will need to have a replace- ment heat sink pad available. Before proceeding, please contact your dealer to get a replacement pad which you will need when you reinstall the heat sink. - Page 60 User’s Manual 4) Remove the 4 screws which hold the heat sink in place. 5) Gently remove the heat sink cable. 6) Lift the heat sink out of the computer heat sink screws Heat sink heat sink cable Figure 4-3 4-12...
- Page 61 Chapter 4: Upgrading the Computer B: Remove the processor The processor is secured on the mainboard with a lock which is easily opened using a small regular screwdriver. With the heat sink already removed you will need to set the lock to the open position before removing the processor: processor mounted on the socket Processor socket...
- Page 62 User’s Manual OPEN 1) Turn the screw on the processor lock to the open position. (O) 2) Lift the processor from the socket. C: Insert a new processor 1) With the processor lock in the open position, align the pins of the processor with the holes in the socket.
- Page 63 Chapter 4: Upgrading the Computer LOCK 3) Turn the screw to the locked position (L) D: Reinstall the heat sink Note: When reinstalling the heat sink, you will also have to replace the heat sink pad. A heat sink pad can be obtained from your dealer.
- Page 64 User’s Manual E: Changing the SW1 DIP Switch settings If you have installed the processor with Intel Speedstep you will have to change the SW1 DIP Switch settings. Follow these steps to get to change the SW DIP Switch setings: 1) Turn off the computer.
- Page 65 Chapter 4: Upgrading the Computer SW1 DIP Switch Metal shield ON position OFF position 4-17...
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Page 66: Chapter 5: Bios Utilities
Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities In this chapter you will learn about the Power On Self Test (POST), power management and how to configure the system parameters using the System Configuration Utility (SCU). - Power on Self Test (POST) - System Configuration Utilities - Features of the SCU Startup Menu... -
Page 67: Power On Self Test (Post)
User’s Manual Power on Self Test (POST) The system BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) performs a series of tests on the system memory and key computer components every time the computer is powered on. These tests are called the Power On Self Test (POST). Should an error exist, the POST routine may halt execution (depending on the problem). - Page 68 Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities Note: You may press the Spacebar key to skip the memory test. POST Message: Error Detected If an error is detected, you will see the following WARNING message on the POST Screen. You may press F1 key to continue, or press the Ctrl-Alt-S keys simultaneously to enter the System Configuration Utility.
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Page 69: System Configuration Utility
User’s Manual System Configuration Utility The System Configuration Utility (SCU) can be used to set your notebook's system parameters. Things like the date and time or power settings are what you set in the SCU. The settings are stored in a nonvolatile battery-backed CMOS RAM. -
Page 70: Initiating The System Configuration Utility
Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities Initiating the System Configuration Utility The System Configuration Utility (SCU) can be accessed by press- ing the Ctrl, Alt, and S keys simultaneously when you turn on your computer and see this message: <CTRL-ALT-S> to enter System Configuration Utility This message lasts only a few seconds and if you don’t respond in time, the computer will initiate the boot process. -
Page 71: Working With The Pull-Down Menu (Submenu)
User’s Manual Working with the Menu Bar Use these keys to begin working in the SCU. Keys Action Highlights the menu bar Left arrow ( Selects a menu bar option. Right arrow ( Highlighted letters Left mouse button Opens the menu bar option. Down arrow ( Spacebar Enter... - Page 72 Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities Some Pull-Down menu options have an arrow to the left of the entry. Choose these options by pressing Enter and another screen will be displayed. Navigate the new screen with the following keys: Keys Action Move from one record to another.
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Page 73: Features Of The Scu
User’s Manual Features of the SCU Startup Menu Item Setting/Option Function Date and Time Day/Month/Year Set the date and Hour/Minute/Second time. Fast Boot Enable Initialize and quickly boot the system by skipping certain diagnostic tests. Disable Disable the Fast Boot. Boot Device Hard Disk C Specify the system’s... - Page 74 Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities Startup Menu (continued) Item Setting/Option Function Enable Battery Enable A series of warning beeps Low Beep will sound when the battery power is low. Disable Disable the above. Enable LCD Enable Stretch the display to fill the Expand Mode entire area of the LCD panel.
- Page 75 User’s Manual Startup Menu (continued) SystemSoft SCU For SiS 630S/540 chipset 2, 1999 5:39:51 pm Startup Startup Memory Disks Components Power Exit Date and Time System Devices Ö Fast Boot Boot Device Floppy Drive A = 1.44 MB CPU Clock = 500 MHz Display Hard Drive C...
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Page 76: Memory Menu
Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities Memory Menu Item Setting/Option Function Cache L1 Cache Disabled Disable the processor’s internal Systems cache. Write Back Enable the Processor’s internal write-back cache. L2 Cache Disabled Disable the L2 cache controller. Write Back Enable the LS write-back cache. 8 MB Select the VGA shared memory shared... -
Page 77: Disks Menu
User’s Manual Disks Menu Item Setting/Option Function Diskette Drive A None Specify the drive Drives types for the 1.44 MB diskette drive A. Primary HDD Drive Enable enhanced Settings Enabled IDE settings. PIO Mode CD-ROM / Drive DVD-ROM / Enabled PIO Mode IDE UDMA- Enable... -
Page 78: Components Menu
Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities Components Menu Item Setting/Option Function COM Ports COM A I/O None Specify the COM A Settings COM1, 3F8, IRQ4 configuration. (COM3 & COM4 Only for DOS COM2, 2F8, IRQ3 mode and Non-PnP COM3, 3E8, OS.) IRQ10 COM4, 2E8, IRQ11 COM B I/O... -
Page 79: Keyboard Numlock
User’s Manual Components Menu (continued) Item Setting/Option Function PS/2 Mouse Enable Enable the system’s Port trackpad or an external PS/2 mouse. Disable Disable the trackpad or PS/2 mouse if an external mouse is connected to COM A port. Keyboard Enable Specify whether Num Numlock Lock is on or off at... -
Page 80: Power Menu
Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities Power Menu Item Setting/Option Function Enable Power Enable Enable/Disable all power Saving saving features. Disable Low Power Enable Enable/Disable the power Saving saving to its lowest which results in max. performance Disable but shortest battery life. Medium Power Enable Enable/Disable the power... - Page 81 User’s Manual Power Menu (continued) Item Setting/Option Function Suspend Power Power On/Off The power button is Controls Button switched to turn the Function system on or off. Suspend Suspend to Specify the suspend Type Disk mode for power management. Powered on Suspend Resume Timer Alarm...
- Page 82 Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities Power Menu (continued) SystemSoft SCU For SiS 630S/540 chipset 2, 1999 5:39:51 pm Startup Memory Disks Components Power Exit Power Ö Enable Power Saving Devices System _ Low Power Saving CPU Clock= 500 MHz _ Medium Power Saving Floppy Drive A = 1.44 MB _ High...
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Page 83: Exit Menu
User’s Manual Exit Menu Item Function Save and Exit Exits the utility and saves all changes to CMOS ;then reboot the system. Exit (No Save) Exit without saving any current changes. Default Settings Loads the default (factory) settings for all items. Restore Settings Restore the current setup settings to the original custom ones. -
Page 84: Power Management
Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities Power Management You can manage power consumption while maintaining system performance by setting your computer to one of the available power management modes. Information on the various types of power management are listed below. If you want information on how to set the power management options please refer to the Power Menu in this chapter. - Page 85 User’s Manual Suspend and Resume With this function you can stop an operation and restart where you left off. The hard disk is turned off, and the CPU is made to idle at its slowest speed and all open applications are retained in memory.
- Page 86 Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities Suspend to Disk Suspend to Disk uses no power and saves all of your information on a part of the HDD. It saves the maximum power but takes the longest time to return to full operation. You can set your note- book to automatically enter Suspend to Disk mode when the battery power is almost depleted.
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Page 87: Chapter 6: Installing Drivers
Chapter 6: Installing Drivers Chapter 6: Installing Drivers This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for installing device drivers and utilities, for more detailed information please refer to your operating system's manual or the product manual supplied with the device you wish to install. The information here has been designed for users with basic computer knowledge though inexperienced users may also find this section helpful. -
Page 88: Preparation For A New Notebook
User’s Manual Preparation for a New Notebook 1) Use a bootable floppy disk to start the system. 2) Run the FDISK utility from DOS to create a bootable partition. (See DOS manual for the operation details.) 3) Format the hard disk. Follow the command “Format C: /S”... -
Page 89: Installing Windows 98 Se (For Reference Only)
Chapter 6: Installing Drivers Installing Windows 98 SE (For Reference Only) 1) Start DOS. 2) Insert the Windows 98 CD-ROM. 3) Type “setup”, then press Enter. 4) When the “Windows 98 Setup” program initializes, click Continue. 5) When the “License Agreement” dialog box appears. Select “I accept the Agreement”... -
Page 90: Pc Card Problem In Windows 98
User’s Manual PC Card Problem in Windows 98 After installation of Windows 98 or Windows 98 Second Edition, you may find that the PC cards arenot working normally and you may noticed one or more of the follow- ing: - An exclamation mark appears in the PC card driver in Device Manager - PC cards don’t work at all - PC card controllers are not enumerated... -
Page 91: Installing Windows 2000 (For Reference Only)
Chapter 6: Installing Drivers Installing Windows 2000 (For Reference Only) Note: The installation steps could be a bit different depending on your system’s status. For details, refer to your Windows 2000 manual. 1) Start DOS. 2) Insert the Windows 2000 Installation CD-ROM disk. 3) Change the directory to I386 or wherever the file “WINNT.exe”... -
Page 92: Installing Drivers In Windows 98 Se
User’s Manual various components, and performs its final tasks. 17) Click Finish to complete Windows 2000 Setup Wizard. 18) The computer will restart Windows 2000 automatically. Installing Drivers in Windows 98 SE Step 1: Installing the LAN driver 1) Click Start. 2) Select Run. - Page 93 Chapter 6: Installing Drivers (Without S/PDIF) 1) Click Start. 2) Select Run. 3) Specify the path to E:\Audio\Win98\Setup.exe 4) Run Setup.exe. 5) Follow the on-screen instructions, and continue to press Next. 6) Click Finish to restart your computer. (With S/PDIF) 1) Remove the previous audio driver if already installed.
- Page 94 User’s Manual 6) Double click “PCI Communication Device” 7) Click the Driver tab and choose Update Driver. 8) Press Next. 9) Select “Search for a better driver than the one your device is using now” and press Next. Select “Specify a location” and choose Browse to specify the location to E:\MDC\Win98 10) Press OK.
- Page 95 Chapter 6: Installing Drivers 14) Click Finish to complete the setup. 15) Restart your computer. Step 6: Installing the DVD driver. Note: If you intend to connect you notebook computer with external speakers when using the DVD you will need to first install the audio driver capable of handling S/PDIF.
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Page 96: Installing Drivers In Windows 2000
User’s Manual Installing Drivers in Windows 2000 Step 1: Installing the LAN Driver 1) Click Start. 2) Select Run. 3) Open the path to E:\LAN\WIN2000\SETUP.EXE. 4) Run SETUP.EXE. 5) Follow the on-screen instructions, and press Next. 6) Choose “No, I will restart my computer later” and click Finish. - Page 97 Chapter 6: Installing Drivers Step 4: Installing the Audio Driver 1) Click Start. 2) Select Run. 3) Open the path to E:\Audio\SETUP.EXE. 4) Run SETUP.EXE. 5) Follow the on-screen instructions, and press Next. 6) When the “Digital Signature Not Found” dialog box appears, choose Yes to continue the installation.
- Page 98 User’s Manual E:\modem\Win2000 13) Click Next to install the driver. 14) If the “Digital Signature Not Found” dialog box appears, press Yes to continue. 15) Click Finish to complete the setup. 16) Close the Modem Properties window. 17) Restart your computer. Step6: Installing the PCMCIA Driver (Optional) 1) Click Start.
- Page 99 Chapter 6: Installing Drivers Step 7: Installing the DVD driver (optional). Insert the Win DVD CD-ROM into your drive and follow the instructions. Step 8: Installing the SiSIDE Driver 1) Click Start. 2) Select Run. 3) Open the path to E:\Utility\Setup.exe 4) Run Setup.exe\ 5) Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Page 100: Installing Drivers In Windows Nt4.0
User’s Manual Installing Drivers in Windows NT4.0 Note 1: After installing Windows NT4.0, please install the latest Service Pack to enhance the function. Download the latest Service Pack version from the Microsoft web site. Note 2: Before installing the following drivers, press “Ctrl+Alt+S”... - Page 101 Chapter 6: Installing Drivers Step 2: Installing the Audio Driver 1) Click Start. 2) Select Run. 3) Open the path to E:\Audio\Setup.exe. 4) Run Setup.exe. 5) Follow the on-screen instructions, and press Next. 6) Click Finish to restart your computer now. For more information, please refer to the Readme file under the directory.
- Page 102 User’s Manual Step 4: Installing the Modem Driver (Optional) 1) Restart your computer and go to the SCU (System Configuration Utility) 2) Select Startup from the menu list 3) Go down to “Enbale PNP OS Support” 4) Disbale PNP OS Support by highlighting “Enable PNP OS Support”...
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Page 103: Lcd Panel
Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Should you have any problems with your computer, before con- sulting the computer vendor, you may want to attempt to solve the problem yourself. This chapter lists some common problems and their possible solutions. Audio Battery Boot Password... -
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User’s Manual Audio Problem: The speaker cannot be heard. Solution: The volume might be set too low, please check the volume control. Problem: The volume is too high (or too low). Solution: The volume is not correctly set, please check the vol- ume control. - Page 105 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting and after it returns to normal temperature try again. Solution 3: The battery may be bad and may need to be replaced, call your vendor for more details. Problem: A beeping sound is heard and the low-battery indicator is on.
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Page 106: Boot Password
User’s Manual used up. Note: Make sure the battery is totally used up before recharging and make sure you recharge the battery to full capacity each time you recharge it. Boot Password Problem: You forget the boot password. Solution: If you forget the password, you may have to delete the memory and you could lose all of the data on your computer. -
Page 107: Floppy Disk Drive (Fdd)
Chapter 7: Troubleshooting software is properly installed and a problem still exists, contact your vendor about a possible hardware problem. Problem: All compact disks cannot be read. Solution 1: The Windows system does not recognize the DVD- ROM drive or the DVD-ROM drive is not compatible with other devices. -
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User’s Manual Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Problem: The message “Non-system disk” appears. Solution: The computer is trying to boot from an incorrect floppy disk. Please remove the floppy and insert a correct one before restarting the computer. Problem: The computer takes longer during START UP. Solution 1: Data saved on the hard disk drive may be lost or damaged. -
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Chapter 7: Troubleshooting LCD Panel Problem: The screen is blank. Solution 1: The panel may be set for an external monitor, please reset to normal display using the hot keys. Solution 2: The screen saver is activated, please press any key or touch the trackpad to return to your display. -
Page 110: Pc Card
User’s Manual Problem: The message “out of memory” is displayed. Solution: The memory configuration is not correctly set or the memory is not enough to run the application. Problem: The message “insufficient memory” is displayed. Solution: The application cannot be operated since all the memory is used up. -
Page 111: Printer
Chapter 7: Troubleshooting grounded outlet and the computer. Solution 2: The outlet does not work, use another outlet. Problem: The system has automatically entered suspend mode. Solution 1: The system’s temperature is too high, let it cool before using. Solution 2: The system has entered suspend mode after a speci- fied period of time. - Page 112 User’s Manual Problem: The printer prints incorrect data. Solution 1: The printer driver is not installed or configured correctly. Solution 2: The printer connector is not correctly connected. 7-10...
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Page 113: Appendix
Appendix Appendix A. Specifications Processors - Intel® Mobile Pentium III® processors 450/500, 600/650/700/ 750/800/850/900/950/1GMHz with Speedstep, 256KB integrated full speed L2 cache, Packaged in µPGA2 - Intel Mobile Celeron processors 450/500/550/600/650/700/750 MHz, 28KB integrated full speed L2 cache; Packaged in µPGA2 Memory - Two 144pin SODIMM sockets support Sync DRAM... - Page 114 User’s Manual Display - 12.1” LCD TFT (LVDS), SVGA/XGA Storage - 3.5” 1.44MB Floppy Drive (easy to change) - One 12.7mm high bay for removable DVD-ROM(8X) / CD- ROM (24X ) - Removable 2.5" 12.7(h) OR 9.5 mm(h) HDD Supports IDE HDD Ultra DMA33/66/100 Audio - 3D stereo sound support - AC’97 Audio...
- Page 115 Appendix - One Parallel port - One Infrared port, IrDA 1.1 Compliant, FIR/SIR/ASKIR - External CRT monitor - One External keyboard / Mouse (PS/2) Port - One headphone jack - One microphone jack - One RJ-11 Modem jack - One RJ-45 LAN jack - DC-in jack Communication MDC Detach internal 56k V.90 Data/Fax Modem On Board...
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Page 116: B: Battery Information
User’s Manual B: Battery Information Please follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery. New battery Always use a new battery before recharging it. Battery life Battery life may be shortened through improper maintenance. To optimize the life and improve the performance of your battery, fully discharge and recharge the battery at least once every 30 days. - Page 117 Appendix B. Display brightness The LCD display consumes a lot of power, so setting the bright- ness level to low will save power. C. Applications and external devices: Different applications and external devices consume battery power even when they are not being used. To conserve battery power we recommend: Closing modem or communication applications when they are not being used.
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Page 118: C: Different Keyboards
User’s Manual C: Different Keyboards Below are different versions of keyboards for your reference: Germany Keyboard French Keyboard... - Page 119 Appendix Japanese Keyboard Chinese Keyboard...
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Page 120: Glossary
Glossary Glossary AC (Alternating Current) - The power from a standard household electrical outlet. adapter - A device that allows compatibility between different equipment. An AC adapter converts AC current to DC current which is needed to operate a computer. AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) - A high-speed graphics port that provides a direct connection between the display adapter and memory... - Page 121 User’s Manual cache - When you cache something you improve the speed of access to it by moving it one stage closer to the CPU. CardBus - A 32-bit version of the PCMCIA PC Card standard. CD-ROM (Compact Disc Read Only Memory) - A format used to store data such as text, graphics or stereo sound.
- Page 122 Glossary mostly for video, now called Digital Versatile Disc, similar to a CD only with greater storage capacity. flash BIOS - BIOS which can be updated. flash memory - A memory chip that keeps its information even when the computer is powered off. Used in BIOS which can be updated, like the system in your computer.
- Page 123 User’s Manual printer or floppy disk (output). IrDA (Infrared Data Association) - IrDA ports allow a laptop to exchange data or use a printer without a cable connection. jack - A connector used primarily to connect external devices to your computer such as a microphone, video source, phone line, etc..
- Page 124 Glossary book computers because of its light weight and high energy den- sity. Also, lithium-ion batteries do not use poisonous metals, such as lead, mercury or cadmium. MB (Megabyte) - 1,048,576 bytes or 1024 KB memory - Area in the computer where information is stored on chips, an example is RAM.
- Page 125 User’s Manual parallel port - A socket on a computer used to connect a printer or other parallel device via the computer’s parallel interface. parallel printer - A printer that receives information from a computer one character (letter, number, etc.) at a time. partition - A reserved part of disk or memory that is set aside for some purpose.
- Page 126 Glossary RAM (Random Access Memory) - The memory available to pro- grams, different programs will need more or less RAM depending on what they are doing. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computers. reboot - To restart a computer. ROM (Read Only Memory) - A memory chip that permanently stores instructions and data.
- Page 127 User’s Manual TFT (Thin Film Transistor) - The term typically refers to active matrix screens on laptop computers. Active matrix LCD provides a sharper screen display and broader viewing angle compared to passive matrix. USB (Universal Serial Bus) - A hardware interface for low-speed peripherals such as the keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, printer and telephony devices.
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