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  • Page 2: Trademarks

    Preface Notice The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Infor- mation contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the man- ufacturer or any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this publication nor are they in anyway responsible for any loss or damage resulting from the use (or misuse) of this publication.

  • Page 3: Fcc Statement

    Preface FCC Statement (Federal Communications Commission) 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.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    Preface IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: Do not use this product near water, for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

  • Page 5: Instructions For Care And Operation

    Preface Instructions for Care and Operation The notebook computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions: Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the case and the components could be damaged.
  • Page 6 Preface Avoid interference. Keep the computer away from high capacity transformers, electric motors, and other strong magnetic fields. These can hinder proper performance and damage your data. Follow the proper working procedures for the computer. Shut the computer down properly and don’t forget to save your work.

  • Page 7: Power Safety

    Preface Power Safety The computer has specific power requirements: • Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer. • Your AC adapter may be designed for international travel but it still requires a steady, uninterrupted power supply. If you are unsure of your local power specifi- Power Safety cations, consult your service representative or local power company.

  • Page 8: Battery Precautions

    Preface Battery Precautions • Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the com- puter. • Recharge the batteries using the notebook’s system. Incorrect recharging may make the battery explode. • Do not try to repair a battery pack. Refer any battery pack repair or replacement to your service representative or qualified service personnel.

  • Page 9: Cleaning

    Preface Cleaning Do not apply cleaner directly to the computer, use a soft clean cloth. Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive cleaners on any part of the computer. Servicing Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Doing so may violate your warranty and expose you and the computer to electric shock.

  • Page 10: Travel Considerations

    Preface Travel Considerations Packing As you get ready for your trip, run through this list to make sure the system is ready to go: Check that the battery pack and any spares are fully charged. Power off the computer and peripherals. Close the display panel and make sure it’s latched.
  • Page 11 Preface On the Road In addition to the general safety and maintenance suggestions in this preface, and Chapter 8: Troubleshoot- ing, keep these points in mind: Hand-carry the notebook - For security, don’t let it out of your sight. In some areas, computer theft is very common.
  • Page 12 Preface Developing Good Work Habits Developing good work habits is 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.
  • Page 13 Preface Lighting Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue in your neck and shoulders. • Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside sources of light. • Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to levels that allow you to see the screen clearly.

  • Page 14: Table Of Contents

    Preface Contents Video Card ............. 1-6 USB Port Type ..........1-6 Top View with LCD Panel Closed ......1-8 Notice ................ I Top View with LCD Panel Open ......1-9 Trademarks ............I LCD Panel ............ 1-10 FCC Statement ..........II LED Power &...
  • Page 15 Preface Infrared Transceiver ........1-18 LED Indicators ............2-6 Rear View ...............1-19 LED Status Indicators ........2-6 Security Lock ..........1-20 LED Power & Auto Mail Indicators ....2-7 Microphone-In Jack ........1-20 Auto Mail Checker ........... 2-8 Headphone-Out Jack ........1-20 Special Group ..........2-10 S/PDIF Out Port ...........1-20 The Hard Disk Drive ..........
  • Page 16 Preface Install Instructions: ........2-25 Hibernate Mode vs. Shutdown ......3-18 Parallel Printer ..........2-26 Standby Mode vs. Hibernate Mode ....3-18 Install Instructions: ........2-26 Standby ............3-19 Hibernate ............3-19 Advanced Controls ......3-1 Configuring the Power Button ......3-20 Overview ..............3-1 Battery Information ..........
  • Page 17 Preface Video (Win98SE) ..........4-7 TouchPad (Win2000) ........4-17 TouchPad (Win98SE) .........4-8 Hot-Key (Win2000) ......... 4-18 Hot-Key (Win98SE) ...........4-8 Auto Mail (Win2000) ........4-18 Auto Mail (Win98SE) ........4-8 Intel SpeedStep (Win2000) ......4-19 Intel SpeedStep (Win98SE) ........4-9 Wireless LAN (Win2000) ........ 4-19 Wireless LAN (Win98SE) ........4-9 USB 2.0 (Win2000) .........
  • Page 18 Preface Troubleshooting ......7-1 The Setup Program ...........5-5 Entering Setup ............5-5 Overview ..............7-1 Setup Screens ............5-6 Basic Hints and Tips ..........7-2 Main Menu ...............5-7 Backup and General Maintenance ......7-3 Advanced Menu .............5-10 Viruses ..............7-4 Intel Developed Advanced Menu .....5-12 Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software ..
  • Page 19 Preface Processor (Model C) ..........A-1 Core Logic (Models A & B) ....... A-2 Core Logic (Model C) ......... A-2 Structure .............. A-2 Security ..............A-2 Memory ............... A-2 BIOS ..............A-2 LCD (Options) ............. A-2 Display (Models A & B) ........A-2 Display (Model C) ..........

  • Page 20: Introduction

    Introduction Chapter 1: Introduction Overview Notes This manual refers to the hardware and essential software required to run your Check the light colored boxes with the mark notebook computer. Depending on how your system is configured, some or all above to find detailed of the features described may already be set up.

  • Page 21: Warning Boxes

    Introduction Warning Boxes No matter what your level please pay careful attention to the warning and safe- ty information indicated by the symbol. Also please note the safety and handling instructions as indicated in the Preface . Not Included Operating Systems (e.g. Windows 98 Second Edition, Window ME, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP etc.) have their own manuals as do applica- tions (e.g.

  • Page 22: Quick Start Guide

    Introduction Quick Start Guide This guide assumes that you are already familiar with computers and can tell at a glance what and where all the key components are. If you are not that com- Peripheral Devices fortable with this type of device, then please refer to the following pages, Please note that pe- which give an overview of the system.

  • Page 23: System Map

    Introduction System Map Your notebook PC has a lot of built-in features. Most of these are enabled by your operating system. Further explanations of the various subsystems are Design Differences covered in the chapter or pages indicated. This manual refers to the two notebook de- Getting To Know Your Computer signs pictured on this...

  • Page 24: Model Types

    Introduction Model Types In addition to the two external designs mentioned in “Design Differences” on page 1 - 4, this notebook series includes three model types according to their Hyper-Threading specifications (a total of six different combinations). The table “Model Differ- To use Hyper-Thread- ences”...

  • Page 25: Video Card

    Introduction Video Card There are two video card types as indicated in Table 1 - 1 on page 1 - 7. You can identify the video card by going to the Display Properties control panel (see “Advanced Display Properties” on page 3 - 5) and checking under “Dis- play:”, after you have installed the video driver (it is the same driver for both video card types).
  • Page 26 Introduction Table 1 - 1 Feature Model A Model B Model C Model Differences Intel Pentium® 4 - 2.0/2.2/ Intel Pentium® 4 - Intel Mobile 2.26/2.4/2.5/2.53/2.6/2.66/ CPUs 1.4/1.5/1.6/1.7/ Pentium® 4 - 1.4/ 2.8/3.06**GHz Supported 1.8/2.0/2.2/ 1.5/1.6/1.7/1.8/ Intel Celeron 1.7 & 1.8 2.4GHz 2.0GHz ATI Radeon...

  • Page 27: Top View With Lcd Panel Closed

    Introduction Top View with LCD Panel Closed Figure 1 - 2 Top View with LCD Panel Closed LCD Latch LED Power & E-Mail Indicators Design II Design I To open the LCD display: Place the computer on a stable surface. Move the cover latch to the right to release the top cover.

  • Page 28: Top View With Lcd Panel Open

    Introduction Top View with LCD Panel Open Figure 1 - 3 Top View with LCD Panel Open LED Power & E-Mail Indicators Close Cover Switch Speakers Hot-Key buttons LED Status Indicators Power Button Keyboard TouchPad and Buttons 10. Palm Rest (Removable) Top View with LCD Panel Open 1 - 9...

  • Page 29: Lcd Panel

    Introduction LCD Panel The notebook PC comes with a 14.1" or 15" TFT LCD (Liquid Crystal Dis- play) screen depending upon the configuration purchased (see page A - 2 full details). LED Power & Auto Mail Indicators These indicators display the current power source and power status of the computer.

  • Page 30: Hot-Key Buttons

    Introduction Hot-Key Buttons The three hot-keys allow you instant access to your default Internet browser, default e-mail program, and an application of your choice. To learn how to set the buttons see “Hot-Keys” on page 2 - LED Status Indicators These display the system’s operational status.

  • Page 31: Keyboard

    Introduction Keyboard The computer has a “Win Key” keyboard with an embedded numeric keypad. It has the same features as a full-sized desktop keyboard and can easily be re- placed with a different language keyboard should you desire. TouchPad & Buttons The pointing device features a sensitive glide pad for precise movements.

  • Page 32: Front View

    Introduction Front View Figure 1 - 4 Front View LCD Latch Audio “DJ” CD Player Control Panel On/Off Switch Previous Track Next Track Play Pause Audio “DJ” CD Player Stop Volume Down The built-in standalone audio CD player gives you direct hardware control for Volume Up audio CDs when the computer is shut down, but has a working power source.

  • Page 33: Microphone

    Introduction Note: If you are playing a CD in the audio player you will not be able to use the power button to switch the computer on. Switch the CD audio play- er OFF first, then press the power button to turn on the computer. Sound Volume Adjustment How high the sound volume can be set using the volume control knob depends on Windows...

  • Page 34: Left Side View

    Introduction Left Side View Figure 1 - 5 Left Side View DC-In Jack Vent PC Card Slot PC Card Eject Button DC-In Jack Plug the supplied AC adapter into this jack to power your notebook. PC Card Slot This is a Type-II PC card slot (also previously referred to as PCMCIA). Refer “The PC Card Slot”...

  • Page 35: Right Side View

    Introduction Right Side View Figure 1 - 6 Right Side View Device Bay One Device Bay Two Device Bays One & Two Infrared There are two storage bays on your notebook computer: Transceiver Bay One will have ONE of the following interchangeable devices, depending on the configuration purchased: •...

  • Page 36: Fdd (Floppy Disk Drive)

    Introduction 3.5" FDD (Floppy Disk Drive) If your computer has the floppy disk option, it is a 3.5”, 3-mode, 1.44 MB fixed floppy disk drive. For more information please refer to “The Floppy CD Emergency Eject Disk Drive (FDD)” on page 2 - If you need to manually eject a CD/DVD (e.g.

  • Page 37: Infrared Transceiver

    Introduction Infrared Transceiver The infrared transceiver enables communication between the computer and another similarly equipped device, and is 115.2k SIR, 4M bps FIR, IrDA 1.1 Infrared compliant (see “Configuring the Infrared Settings for FIR” on page 3 - 26). Communication For further information, please refer to the manual of the device you wish to The Infrared transceiv- connect.

  • Page 38: Rear View

    Introduction Rear View Figure 1 - 8 Rear View 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 Security Lock Microphone-In Jack Headphone-Out Jack S/PDIF Out Port Mini - IEEE 1394 Port Overheating 4 USB Ports RJ-11 Phone Jack To prevent your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the vent while the computer is in use.

  • Page 39: Security Lock

    Introduction Security Lock To prevent possible theft, a Kensington-type lock can be attached to this slot. Locks can be purchased at any computer store. Microphone-In Jack Record on your notebook computer with an external microphone. Headphone-Out Jack Headphones or speakers may be connected through this jack. Note: Set your system’s volume to a reduced level before connecting to this jack.

  • Page 40: Four Usb Ports

    Introduction Four USB Ports These USB ports are hardware interfaces for USB compliant peripherals, such as external HDDs, digital video cameras, scanners, a keyboard, a mouse, joy- sticks, printers and telephony devices. Depending upon the configuration pur- chased, your USB ports may be either USB 1.1 OR USB 2.0 compliant. Only Model C has USB 2.0 compliant USB ports (see “USB Port Type”...

  • Page 41: S-Video Connector

    Introduction S-Video Connector Connect your television to your computer and view DVDs, VCDs or anything else your computer can display. You will need an S-Video cable to make the connection. Enable this port from the video driver controls (see “Enabling TV Display”...

  • Page 42: Bottom View

    Introduction Bottom View Figure 1 - 9 Bottom View Vent/Fan Outlets Device Bay One Device Bay One Release Latch Device Bay Two Battery Battery Release Latch Overheating To prevent your com- puter from overheating make sure nothing blocks vent/fan outlets while the com- puter is in use.

  • Page 43: Wireless Network Card

    Introduction Wireless Network Card Your computer may have an optional 802.11b Wireless Networking solu- tion. If included, the antennae and other components are not externally visible (please check with your service representative). If your configuration includes the Wireless Network module, make sure you install the driver (see “What to Install”...

  • Page 44: Using The Computer

    Using The Computer Chapter 2: Using The Computer Overview To learn more about your computer’s features, please read this chapter. This chapter includes: • The Power Sources • Turning on the Computer • LED Indicators • The Hard Disk Drive •...

  • Page 45: The Power Sources

    Using The Computer The Power Sources The computer can be powered by either an AC adapter or a battery pack. Shutdown AC Adapter Always shut your com- Use only the AC adapter that comes with your computer. The wrong type of puter down by the AC adapter will damage the computer and its components.

  • Page 46: Battery

    Using The Computer Battery The battery allows you to use your notebook computer while you are on the road or an electrical outlet is unavailable. Battery life varies depending on the Battery Release applications and the configuration you're using. To increase battery life, let the Hold the battery re- battery discharge completely before recharging.

  • Page 47: Recharging The Battery With The Ac Adapter

    Using The Computer Recharging the Battery with the AC Adapter The battery pack automatically recharges when the AC adapter is attached and plugged into an electrical outlet. If the computer is powered on, and in use, it will take several hours to fully recharge the battery. When the computer is turned off but plugged into an electrical outlet, battery charge time is less (see “LED Indicators”...

  • Page 48: Turning On The Computer

    Using The Computer Turning on the Computer Now you are ready to begin using your computer. To turn it on simply press the power button on the front panel. Power Button as Standby or Hibernate Button When the computer is on, you can use the power button as a hot-key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds.

  • Page 49: Led Indicators

    Using The Computer LED Indicators There are two sets of LED indicators (LED Power & Auto Mail Indicators and LED Status Indicators) on your computer that will display helpful infor- mation about the current status of the computer. The LED Power & Auto Mail Indicators are also visible when the top of your computer is closed.

  • Page 50: Led Power & Auto Mail Indicators

    Using The Computer LED Power & Auto Mail Indicators Icon Color Description Low Battery Warning Yellow AC Power is plugged in When the battery is critically low, immedi- Green The computer is on ately connect the AC adapter to the comput- Blinking Green The system is in the configured standby mode er or save your work,...

  • Page 51: Auto Mail Checker

    Using The Computer Auto Mail Checker After you have installed the driver for the Auto Mail program (see “What to Install” on page 4 - 2) you may then configure it to give you notification when you receive new mail. You must be online to receive this notification (note that this program only supports the POP3 protocol), and your default mail program does not need to be open.
  • Page 52 Using The Computer You may then configure the options for your mailserver, name, password, pro- gram and method(s) of notification. Note Check with your Inter- net Service Provider, network administrator or Mail Service provid- er for details on what to put on these pages.

  • Page 53: Special Group

    Using The Computer Special Group You may also define the users you want to appear in this group (see Figure 2 5). If you choose to enable the Mail LED then the icon will flash when you receive new mail in your default mail program. Figure 2 - 5 Special Group Setup...

  • Page 54: The Hard Disk Drive

    Using The Computer The Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive is used to store your data in the notebook computer. It is mounted in a removable case and can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5” Power Safety IDE hard disk drives with a height of 9.5 mm (see “Storage”...

  • Page 55: The Floppy Disk Drive (Fdd)

    Using The Computer The Floppy Disk Drive (FDD) The computer may be equipped with a fixed 1.44 MB, 3.5” floppy disk drive module depending on the configuration purchased. By default it is drive “A:” Media Warning and can be used as a boot device if properly set in the BIOS (refer to “Boot Don’t try to remove a Menu”...

  • Page 56: The Cd/Dvd Device

    Using The Computer The CD/DVD Device There are two bays for a combination of a CD-ROM, or DVD-ROM, or CD- RW, or Combination CD-RW and DVD-ROM drive depending on the model Sound Volume you purchased (you may alternatively have a floppy disk drive or secondary Adjustment battery in one bay).

  • Page 57: Handling Cds Or Dvds

    Using The Computer Handling CDs or DVDs Proper handling of your CDs/DVDs will prevent them from being damaged. Please follow the advice below to make sure that the data stored on your CD- Media Warning ROM / DVD-ROM discs can be accessed. When manually eject- Remember to: ing a CD/DVD disc,...

  • Page 58: Dvd Regional Codes

    Using The Computer DVD Regional Codes DVD region detection is device dependent, not OS-dependent. You can select your module’s region code 5 times. The fifth selection is permanent. This can- WinDVD Player Note not be altered even if you change your operating system or you use the module WinDVD version 3.1 in another computer.

  • Page 59: Changing Dvd Regional Codes

    Using The Computer Changing DVD Regional Codes Go to the Control Panel in WindowsXP/Windows 2000 and double-click Sys- tem, click Hardware (tab) > Device Manager (button) or Device Manager Changing Region (tab), then click the + next to DVD/CD-ROM drives. Double-click on the Codes in Windows 98/ME DVD-ROM device to bring up the Properties menu, and select the DVD Re-...

  • Page 60: The Pc Card Slot

    Using The Computer The PC Card Slot The computer is equipped with a type II PCMCIA 3.3V/5V socket which sup- ports CardBus. The PC Card slot is on the left of the computer. The PC Card Problem in Windows 98SE Inserting and Removing PC Cards See “The PC Card •...

  • Page 61: Hot-Keys

    Using The Computer Hot-Keys The computer has two sets of Hot-Keys, three Hot-Key buttons on the com- puter, and the function key combinations on the keyboard. Non-Default E-Mail and Browser Hot-Key Buttons Programs These keys access the Internet, e-mail or a user-defined application with one It is possible to config- quick button press.
  • Page 62 Using The Computer “What to Install” on page 4 - 2 After installing the Hot-Key driver (see you may have to configure or change the settings. To configure and specify an application for Application 1 (the default Hot- Application.exe Key setting is for the CD Player application), you must follow these instruc- You will need to locate tions.

  • Page 63: Function Keys

    Using The Computer Function Keys On the bottom-left of the keyboard is the Fn key or Function key. The Fn key allows you to change operational features instantly. To use the following func- Other Keyboards tions, press and hold the Fn key; then press the appropriate function key (F3, If your keyboard is F4, F5 etc.) located at the top of your keyboard (see “Function Keys and Nu-...

  • Page 64: The Numeric Keypad

    Using The Computer The Numeric Keypad The keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for easy numeric data input. The keypad has a yellow type face (see “Function Keys and Numeric Key- Special Characters pad” on page 2 - 22). Some software appli- cations allow Activate the Number Lock feature by pressing the Fn key and the NumLk...

  • Page 65: Function Keys And Numeric Keypad

    Using The Computer Function Keys and Numeric Keypad Figure 2 - 10 Function Keys & Numeric Keypad 2 - 22 The Numeric Keypad...

  • Page 66: Touchpad And Buttons/Mouse

    Using The Computer TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse The TouchPad is a device for pointing (controlling input positioning) on the computer’s display screen by sensing finger movement, and downward pres- Mouse Driver sure. It is an alternative to the mouse, however, you can also add a mouse to If you are using an ex- your computer either through the PS/2 interface, or one of the USB ports.

  • Page 67: Configuring The Touchpad And Buttons

    Using The Computer Configuring the TouchPad and Buttons Once you have installed the TouchPad drivers (see “What to Install” on page 4 - 2) you can configure the functions from the TouchPad driver icon on the taskbar. You may then configure the TouchPad tracking, buttons and Rocker Switch etc.

  • Page 68: Adding A Printer

    Using The Computer Adding a Printer The most commonly used peripheral is a printer. The following conventions will help you to add a printer, however it is always best to refer to the printer manual for specific instructions and configuration options. USB Printer Most new printers have a USB interface connection.

  • Page 69: Parallel Printer

    Using The Computer Parallel Printer This is still the most common type of printer. Install Instructions: Set up the printer according to its instructions (unpacking, paper tray, toner/ ink cartridge etc.). Attach the parallel cable to the printer. Connect the printer’s parallel cable to the parallel port at the rear of the computer (see “Rear View”...

  • Page 70: Advanced Controls

    Advanced Controls Chapter 3: Advanced Controls Overview This chapter covers: Drivers • Advanced video controls • Power and battery management features You are unable to use • Audio DJ most advanced con- • Infrared Communication (FIR) trols until the neces- sary drivers utilities are properly in-...

  • Page 71: Advanced Video Controls

    Advanced Controls Advanced Video Controls This section is about making adjustments for the LCD, switching display de- vices. Protecting the LCD Do not allow any for- Opening the LCD eign objects (i.e. paper or plastic) to get be- As you open the lid, adjust it so you can look at the screen straight on, without tween the lid/LCD and any glare.

  • Page 72: Video Driver Controls

    Advanced Controls Video Driver Controls The video interface lets you change the screen resolution and color output to whatever is most comfortable/efficient for you. This is a matter of hardware, Screen Resolution/ video memory and the driver for your operating system. The driver interface Area Note shows the available options.

  • Page 73: Making Adjustments For The Display

    Advanced Controls Making Adjustments for the Display The higher the resolution you set the LCD for, the more information the LCD can display on screen. To change the LCD’s resolution and color depth go to the Display Properties control panel: Click Start, point to Settings and click Control Panel.
  • Page 74 Advanced Controls Figure 3 - 3 Advanced Display Properties When the Display Properties control panel is open, click the Advanced (but- ton) to bring up the options tabs. Clicking through these tabs allows you to make any video adjustments you require. Video Driver Controls 3 - 5...
  • Page 75 Advanced Controls Access the menus from ATI taskbar to get further help on display options, TV options etc. Right-click the ATI icon in the taskbar and point to Help or Trou- bleshooting (Figure 3 - Figure 3 - 4 ATI Help & Troubleshooting 3 - 6 Video Driver Controls...

  • Page 76: Display Devices

    Advanced Controls Display Devices Besides the built-in LCD, you can also use an external CRT connected to the Vertical Refresh Rate VGA port as your display device. You may also connect a TV. The following are the display options: The vertical refresh rate of your CRT is impor- The built-in LCD.

  • Page 77: Display Options

    Advanced Controls Display Options TV Support Windows 98SE, You cannot set your Display Mode Windows 2000 Windows ME & XP flat panel display and TV to the same display mode. Single Multiple - Clone Mode Multiple - Extended Not Available Desktop Mode Table 3 - 1 Single - Either the LCD, CRT or TV as a display device.

  • Page 78: Enabling Other Displays

    Advanced Controls Enabling Other Displays Attach a monitor to the External Monitor (CRT) port on the rear panel. In the Advanced ATI Mobility Radeon Properties (Figure 3 - 3 on page 3-5) click Primary & Clone on Display to get the other display options, including those for TV (different Displays OS’s will appear with different options).

  • Page 79: Clone Mode

    Advanced Controls Clone Mode Clone Mode simply shows an exact copy of the Primary display desktop on the other display(s). This mode will drive multiple displays with the same con- tent. Use this feature to display the screen through a projector for a presenta- tion.
  • Page 80 Advanced Controls Click Yes to accept the settings and OK to save the changes. Use the Display Properties window to select the second monitor by clicking on the icon, or by selecting it from the “Display:” pop-up menu. Click “Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor.” Click Apply (click Yes to keep the settings if prompted).
  • Page 81 Advanced Controls 13. One display will be set to 1 (Primary), and the other to 2 (Clone). The displays may be switched as long as one as set to Primary. Figure 3 - 8 Displays Tab (Extended Desktop Mode) 14. To switch from Extended Desktop mode back to Clone mode, first uncheck the tick box to disable the Extended Desktop (via the settings tab in the “Extended Display Properties control panel) and click Apply (see...

  • Page 82: Enabling Tv Display

    Advanced Controls Enabling TV Display To display desktop images on a TV display, connect the TV to your computer by using an S-Video cable from the TV to the connector at the rear of the com- TV Format puter (see “Rear View”...

  • Page 83: Power Management Features

    Advanced Controls Power Management Features To conserve power, especially when using the battery, your notebook comput- er has ACPI power management available. Power management conserves OS Note power by controlling individual components of the computer (the monitor and Power management hard disk drive) or the whole system.

  • Page 84: Intel Speedstep Technology Applet

    Advanced Controls Intel SpeedStep Technology Applet This applet helps your system take advantage of a SpeedStep-enhanced CPU’s capabilities, such as that as found in your notebook if you have the Mobile CPU mobile CPU option. Intel SpeedStep will only take advantage of Once activated, the system can dynamically monitor and adjust the CPU’s the enhanced capabili- speed, without the need to shutdown, reboot, or go into Suspend mode.

  • Page 85: Enabling Power Management/Options

    Advanced Controls Enabling Power Management/Options The power management/options are enabled through the Control Panel in your Windows system (Power Management in Windows 98SE, and Power Op- tions in the Windows ME, 2000 and XP). With other operating systems you may have power management available so check your documentation. Figure 3 - 10 Power Options You may conserve power through individual components or throughout the...

  • Page 86: Conserving Power (Individual Components)

    Advanced Controls Conserving Power (Individual Components) Turn off Monitor Resuming Operation To conserve power, you can set the monitor to turn off after a specified time. system Turn off Hard Disks resume from Monitor or Hard Disk Standby The computer's hard disk motor will be turned off if the hard disk drive has by pressing a key on not been accessed for a specified period of time.

  • Page 87: Conserving Power (System)

    Advanced Controls Conserving Power (System) With this function you can stop the notebook’s operation and restart where you left off. This system features Standby and Hibernate suspend mode lev- Hibernate Mode In els (Hibernate mode will need to be enabled by clicking the option in the Hi- Windows 98SE bernate tab in the Power Options control panel).

  • Page 88: Standby

    Advanced Controls Standby Standby saves the least amount of power, but takes the shortest time to return to full operation. During Standby the hard disk is turned off, and the CPU is System Resume made to idle at its slowest speed. All open applications are retained in memo- system ry.

  • Page 89: Configuring The Power Button

    Advanced Controls Configuring the Power Button The Power button may be set to send the computer in to either Standby or Hi- bernate modes (Figure 3 - 13). In Standby mode the LED will flash green, in Hibernate mode the LED will be off. If you are in a power saving mode set to save power through individual components (e.g.

  • Page 90: Battery Information

    Advanced Controls Battery Information Please follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery. Caution New Battery Danger of explosion if Always completely discharge, then fully charge, a new battery before using it battery is incorrectly (see “Battery FAQ”...

  • Page 91: Battery Faq

    Advanced Controls Battery FAQ How do I completely discharge the battery? Use the computer with battery power until it shuts down due to a low battery. Conserving Battery Don’t turn off the computer by yourself even when you see a message that in- Power dicates the battery is critically low, just let the computer use up all of the bat- To conserve battery...

  • Page 92: Removing And Replacing The Battery

    Advanced Controls Removing and Replacing the Battery Usually you will not need to remove your battery. If you follow the tips given to manage and extend your battery life on the preceding pages your battery should last a long time. However there may be times when you are required to remove, swap or replace the battery.

  • Page 93: Audio "Dj" Cd Player

    Advanced Controls Audio “DJ” CD Player The built-in standalone audio CD player gives you direct hardware control for audio CDs when the computer is shut down, but has a working power source. Make sure that the computer is shut down (i.e. the operating system is not running) but you have a working power source (either running from the bat- tery or AC Power).
  • Page 94 Advanced Controls Sound Volume Adjustment How high the sound volume can be set us- ing the volume control knob depends on the CD Player Control Panel On/Off Switch setting of the volume Previous Track control within Win- Next Track dows. Click the Speak- er icon on the taskbar Play Pause to check the setting.

  • Page 95: Configuring The Infrared Settings For Fir

    Advanced Controls Configuring the Infrared Settings for FIR To configure your computer for Fast Infrared (FIR) communication follow these steps: Enabling Infrared Communication in Click Start, point to Settings and click Control Panel. Windows 98SE Double-click Wireless Link icon (Windows XP/2000)/Network (Windows 1.Click Start, point to 98SE/ME).

  • Page 96: Drivers & Utilities

    Drivers & Utilities Chapter 4: Drivers & Utilities Overview • Windows 98 Second Edition • Windows ME • Windows 2000 Professional This chapter deals with installing the drivers and • Windows XP utilities essential to the operation or improvement of some of the notebook PC’s subsystems. The sys- tem takes advantage of some newer hardware com- ponents for which the latest versions of most available operating systems haven’t built in drivers...

  • Page 97: What To Install

    Drivers & Utilities What to Install Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers The Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual If you wish to update/reinstall individual drivers it CD-ROM contains the drivers and utilities neces- may be necessary to uninstall the original driver. sary for the proper operation of the notebook PC.

  • Page 98: Authorized Driver Message

    Drivers & Utilities Authorized Driver Message If you receive a message telling you that the driver you are installing is not authorized (Digital Signa- ture Not Found), just click Yes or Continue Any- Navigate (Browse..) to D: way to ignore the message and continue the You will notice that many of the instructions for installation procedure.All the drivers provided will driver installation require you to Navigate...
  • Page 99 Drivers & Utilities Table 4 - 1 - Install Procedure Feature Win98SE Feature WinME Win 2000 Win XP Chipset 4 - 5 Chipset 4 - 10 4 - 15 4 - 20 4 - 6 Audio 4 - 10 4 - 15 4 - 20 Audio 4 - 6...

  • Page 100: Windows 98 Second Edition

    Drivers & Utilities Windows 98 Second Edition Chipset (Win98SE) This section covers driver and utility installation in- structions for Windows 98 Second Edition. 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 2. Navigate (Browse..) to D:\Drivers\CHIPSET\Setup.exe and click 3. To continue press Next > Yes > Next. What To Have Ready 4.

  • Page 101: Lan (Win98Se)

    Drivers & Utilities LAN (Win98SE) 9. Click Finish > Yes to restart the computer when prompted. 1. Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click 10.The network adapter is now ready for Control Panel. Double-click System (icon) configuration. and then click Device Manager (tab). 2.

  • Page 102: Modem (Win98Se)

    Drivers & Utilities Modem (Win98SE) 8. Close the Smart Link 56K Voice Modem Properties and System Properties (dialog 1. Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click box). The modem is ready for dial-up Control Panel. Double-click System (icon) configuration. and then click Device Manager.

  • Page 103: Touchpad (Win98Se)

    Drivers & Utilities TouchPad (Win98SE) Auto Mail (Win98SE) 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 2. Navigate (Browse..) to 2. Navigate (Browse..) to D:\Drivers\touchpad\WIN98SE\Setup.exe D:\Drivers\Automail\setup.exe and click OK. and click OK. 3. To continue click Next > Next. 3.

  • Page 104: Intel Speedstep (Win98Se)

    Drivers & Utilities Intel SpeedStep (Win98SE) Wireless LAN (Win98SE) 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... *Intel SpeedStep Note: This applet helps your 2. Navigate (Browse..) to system take advantage of a SpeedStep-enhanced D:\Drivers\WLAN\GW-LANSetup.exe and CPU’s capabilities, such as that as found in your click OK.

  • Page 105: Windows Me

    Drivers & Utilities Windows ME Audio (WinME) 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... This section covers driver and utility installation in- 2. Navigate (Browse..) to structions for Windows ME. D:\Drivers\AUDIO\Setup.exe and click OK. 3. Click Next. Chipset (WinME) 4. Restart Windows when prompted by clicking Finish.

  • Page 106: Modem (Winme)

    Drivers & Utilities Modem (WinME) 10.Make sure that you have selected “Search for the best driver for your device. 1. Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click (Recommended).”. Control Panel. Double-click System (icon) 11.Select ONLY (make sure the other boxes do not and then click Device Manager.

  • Page 107: Lan (Winme)

    Drivers & Utilities LAN (WinME) Video (WinME) 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 1. Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click Control Panel. Double-click System (icon) 2. Navigate (Browse..) to and then click Device Manager (tab). D:\Drivers\VIDEO\Setup.exe and click OK. 2.

  • Page 108: Hot-Key (Winme)

    Drivers & Utilities Hot-Key (WinME) Intel SpeedStep (WinME) 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... *Intel SpeedStep Note: This applet helps your 2. Navigate (Browse..) to system take advantage of a SpeedStep-enhanced D:\Drivers\KBC_AP\CNK001.exe and click CPU’s capabilities, such as that as found in your notebook if you have the mobile CPU option.

  • Page 109: Wireless Lan (Winme)

    Drivers & Utilities Wireless LAN (WinME) USB 2.0 (WinME) 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... The USB 2.0 driver is only required for Model C 2. Navigate (Browse..) to (see “USB Port Type” on page 1 - D:\Drivers\WLAN\GW-LANSetup.exe and click OK.

  • Page 110: Windows 2000 Professional

    Drivers & Utilities Windows 2000 Professional Audio (Win2000) This section covers driver and utility installation in- structions for Windows 2000 Professional. 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 2. Navigate (Browse..) to D:\Drivers\AUDIO\Setup.exe and click OK. 3. Click Next. 4. Restart Windows when prompted by clicking Windows 2000 Service Pack 3 Finish.

  • Page 111: Modem (Win2000)

    Drivers & Utilities Modem (Win2000) 1. Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click Control Panel. Double-click System (icon) and then click Hardware (tab) > Device Man- Modem Country Selection ager (button). 2. Click “+” next to Other devices (if its sub- Be sure to check if the modem country selection items are not shown).

  • Page 112: Lan (Win2000)

    Drivers & Utilities LAN (Win2000) Video (Win2000) 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 1. Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click Control Panel. Double-click System (icon) 2. Navigate (Browse..) to and then click Hardware (tab) > Device Man- D:\Drivers\VIDEO\Setup.exe and click OK.

  • Page 113: Hot-Key (Win2000)

    Drivers & Utilities Hot-Key (Win2000) Auto Mail (Win2000) 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 2. Navigate (Browse..) to 2. Navigate (Browse..) to D:\Drivers\KBC_AP\CNK001.exe and click D:\Drivers\Automail\setup.exe. and click 3. Choose the language you prefer. 3.

  • Page 114: Intel Speedstep (Win2000)

    Drivers & Utilities Intel SpeedStep (Win2000) Wireless LAN (Win2000) 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... *Intel SpeedStep Note: This applet helps your 2. Navigate (Browse..) to system take advantage of a SpeedStep-enhanced D:\Drivers\WLAN\GW-LANSetup.exe and CPU’s capabilities, such as that as found in your click OK.

  • Page 115: Windows Xp

    Drivers & Utilities Windows XP Audio (WinXP) 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... This section covers driver and utility installation in- 2. Navigate (Browse..) to structions for Windows XP. D:\Drivers\AUDIO\Setup.exe.and click OK. 3. To continue click Next. 4. Click Finish to restart Windows when the Audio Setup box appears.

  • Page 116: Modem (Winxp)

    Drivers & Utilities Modem (WinXP) 8. Navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\Modem\WINXP and click OK 1. If you can see the My Computer icon on your (button), then click Next. desktop (if you cannot see the My Computer 9. Click Finish and close the open windows. icon go to step 2) click on it once to select it, 10.Your modem is now ready for dial-up then right-click it to make the sub-menu appear...

  • Page 117: Lan (Winxp)

    Drivers & Utilities LAN (WinXP) 7. When the Hardware Update Wizard appears, click “Install from a list or specific location Under Windows XP you have the option to use the (Advanced)” then click Next. built-in network driver, or install the driver as per 8.

  • Page 118: Touchpad (Winxp)

    Drivers & Utilities TouchPad (WinXP) Auto Mail (WinXP) 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 2. Navigate (Browse..) to 2. Navigate (Browse..) to D:\Drivers\touchpad\WINXP\Setup.exe and D:\Drivers\Automail\setup.exe. and click click OK. 3. Choose the language you prefer. 3.

  • Page 119: Wireless Lan (Winxp)

    Drivers & Utilities Wireless LAN (WinXP) 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 2. Navigate (Browse..) to D:\Drivers\WLAN\GW-LANSetup.exe and click OK. 3. Click Next > Next > Yes. 4. Select the appropriate Domain Settings and click Apply. 5. Click OK to restart the computer if prompted to do so.

  • Page 120: Bios Utilities

    BIOS Utilities Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities Overview BIOS Settings Warning This chapter gives a brief introduction to the computer’s built-in software: Incorrect settings can cause your system to Diagnostics: the POST (Power-On Self Test) malfunction. To correct mistakes, return Configuration: the Setup utility Setup and restore the Setup Defaults with If your computer has never been set up, or you are making important changes...

  • Page 121: Important Bios Settings

    BIOS Utilities Important BIOS Settings Generally speaking you should not have to adjust any of the BIOS settings as they will already be set for your computer. However the following is a quick reference to the most important settings you may need to change at some point.

  • Page 122: The Power-On Self Test (Post)

    BIOS Utilities The Power-On Self Test (POST) Each time you turn on the computer, the system takes a few seconds to con- duct a POST, including a quick test of the on-board RAM (memory). Post Screen As the POST proceeds, the computer will tell you if there is anything wrong. 1.BIOS information 2.CPU type If there is a problem which prevents the system from booting, it will display a...

  • Page 123: Failing The Post

    BIOS Utilities Failing the POST Errors can be detected during the POST. There are two categories, “fatal” and “non-fatal”. Fatal Errors These stop the boot process and usually indicate there is something seriously wrong with your system. Take the computer to your service representative or authorized service center as soon as possible.

  • Page 124: The Setup Program

    BIOS Utilities The Setup Program The Phoenix Setup program tells the system how to configure itself and man- age basic features and subsystems (e.g. port configuration). Entering Setup To enter Setup, turn on the computer and press F2 during the POST. The prompt (“Press F2 to Enter Setup”) seen in Figure 5 - 1 is usually present...

  • Page 125: Setup Screens

    BIOS Utilities Setup Screens The following pages contain additional advice on portions of the Setup which are most relevant under normal use. Setup Menus Along the top of the screen is a menu bar with five (5) menu headings. When Setup menus shown in this section...

  • Page 126: Main Menu

    BIOS Utilities Main Menu Figure 5 - 2 PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Menu Main Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help System Time [22:01:05] System Date [12/23/2001] <Tab>, <Shift Tab>, or Legacy Diskette A: [1.44/1.25 MB 3 "] <Enter> selects field. Primary Master [40008MB] Secondary Master...
  • Page 127 BIOS Utilities Legacy Diskette A: (Main Menu) This control enables the floppy disk drive. Primary Master (Main Menu) Switching Hard Disks Pressing Enter under opens the sub-menu to configure the main IDE HDD Every time you install a which fits into the computer’s HDD bay. different hard disk in the computer, it should Type (Main Menu >Primary Master)
  • Page 128 BIOS Utilities LBA Mode Control (Main Menu >Primary Master>LBA Mode Control:) If your hard disk is larger than 528MB (unformatted capacity), enable this control. The “Auto” Type setting enables this setting if the disk is large LBA Warning enough. If you enable LBA mode for a particular HDD, be sure to en- able it each time you...

  • Page 129: Advanced Menu

    BIOS Utilities Advanced Menu Figure 5 - 3 Advanced Menu PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help CPU Hyper-Threading [Enabled] Hyper-Threading Intel Developed Advanced Menu Select the size of the Graphics Aperture for the AGP video device. I/O Device Configuration To use Hyper-Threading you must have a computer with a...
  • Page 130 BIOS Utilities Intel Developed Advanced Menu Items in this menu allow you to control advanced features of the computer’s operation, including power saving features. If you are unsure of the particular settings in this sub-menu then these are best left to the defaults (see “Intel De- veloped Advanced Menu”...

  • Page 131: Intel Developed Advanced Menu

    BIOS Utilities Intel Developed Advanced Menu Figure 5 - 4 PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Intel Developed Advanced Advanced Advanced Menu Intel Developed Advanced Menu Item Specific Help ACPI Table/Features Control Sub-Menu Disable shadowing of the PXE Oprom if you need to test other Throttle Duty Rate: [50.0%] oproms, like Adaptec...

  • Page 132: Configuring The Network Boot Protocol

    BIOS Utilities Configuring the Network Boot Protocol Figure 5 - 5 Boot Agent Menu Realtek RTK8139(A/B/C)/RTL8130 Boot Agent Press Shift-F10 to configure ..Enabling Network Realtek RTL8139(A/B/C)/RTL8130 Boot Agent Boot Configuration Menu v2.11 Go to the Intel Devel- oped Advanced Menu. Network Boot Protocol Boot Order ROM Disable...

  • Page 133: Security Menu

    BIOS Utilities Security Menu Figure 5 - 6 PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Menu Security Main Advanced S S e e c c u u r r i i t t y y Exit Item Specific Help Supervisor Password Is: Clear Supervisor Password Set Supervisor Password [E E n n t t e e r r ]...
  • Page 134 BIOS Utilities Set Supervisor Password: (Security Menu) Set a password for access to the Setup utility (this will not affect access to the computer OS, only the Setup utility). Password Warning Fixed disk boot sector: (Security Menu) If you choose to set a If you choose “Write Protect”...

  • Page 135: Boot Menu

    BIOS Utilities Boot Menu Figure 5 - 7 PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility BOOT Menu Main Advanced Security Boot Boot Exit Item Specific Help Removable Devices Keys used to view or Hard Drive configure devices: CD-ROM Drive <Enter> expands or collapses devices with a + or - <Ctrl+Enter>...
  • Page 136 BIOS Utilities When you specify a device as a boot device on the Boot Menu, it requires the availability of an operating system on that device. Most PCs come with an op- erating system already installed on hard-drive C: If you wish to boot from a CD-ROM you will need to add it to the boot order. As a general rule the order below is recommended: Removable Devices (usually floppy disks) CD-ROM Drive...

  • Page 137: Exit Menu

    BIOS Utilities Exit Menu Figure 5 - 8 PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Exit Menu Exit Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Exit System Setup and Load Setup Defaults save your changes to CMOS. Discard Changes Save Changes Help...

  • Page 138: Upgrading The Computer

    Upgrading The Computer Chapter 6: Upgrading The Computer Overview This chapter contains the information on upgrading the computer. Follow the steps outlined to make the desired upgrades. If you have any trouble or prob- lems you can contact your service representative for further help. Before you begin you will need: •...

  • Page 139: When Not To Upgrade

    Upgrading The Computer When Not to Upgrade These procedures involve opening the system’s case, adding and sometimes replacing parts. You should not perform any of these upgrades if: • your system is still under warranty or a service contract • you don’t have all the necessary equipment •...

  • Page 140: Upgrading The Device In Bay One

    Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Device in Bay One The interchangeable device installed in Bay One will depend on what config- uration you purchased. If you wish to change or upgrade this device follow this procedure. Turn the computer OFF. Place the computer on a clean, stable surface and turn it over.
  • Page 141 Upgrading The Computer Hold the release latch in the unlocked position and hold the new / replacement device as illustrated in (Figure 6 - Gently push the new /replacement device down and slide forward until the latch snaps back in to position (make sure it is tightly locked). Figure 6 - 2 Remove and Insert Device...

  • Page 142: Upgrading The Hard Disk Drive

    Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive is used to store your data internally in the computer. It is mounted in a removable case under Bay One (which contains your inter- HDD System changeable device) and can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" IDE hard Warning disk drives with a height of 9.5 mm.

  • Page 143: Hard Disk Upgrade Process

    Upgrading The Computer Hard Disk Upgrade Process Turn the computer OFF. Place the computer on a clean, stable surface and turn it over. Remove the device in Bay One (see “Upgrading the Device in Bay One” on page 6 - Figure 6 - 3 Hard Disk Removal Remove screw...
  • Page 144 Upgrading The Computer Remove screws (Figure 6 - 4) from the assembly, and slide the hard disk out of the case. Just reverse the removal procedure to install the new HDD. Figure 6 - 4 Hard Disk Out Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive 6 - 7...

  • Page 145: Upgrading The Device In Bay Two

    Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Device in Bay Two If you need to upgrade or replace the device in Bay Two then follow this pro- cedure, however take note of the warranty warning on the right. Turn the computer OFF. Place the computer on a clean, stable surface and turn it over.

  • Page 146: Upgrading The System Memory

    Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the System Memory The computer has two memory sockets for 200-pin PC-200/266MHz DDR Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Modules (SO-DIMM). The main memory can be expanded up to 1024MB, and accepts 128/256/512MB modules. The total memory size is automatically detected by the POST routine once you turn on your computer.

  • Page 147: Memory Upgrade Process

    Upgrading The Computer Memory Upgrade Process Turn off the computer. Press the two keyboard latches at the top of the keyboard to elevate the keyboard from its normal position as in Figure 6 - 6 (you may need to use a small screwdriver to do this).
  • Page 148 Upgrading The Computer Locate the Memory sockets (Figure 6 - Contact Warning Be careful not to touch the metal pins on the module’s connecting edge. Even the clean- est hands have oils which can attract parti- cles, and degrade the module’s perfor- If there is a module currently installed which needs to be upgraded/replaced...
  • Page 149 Upgrading The Computer Figure 6 - 8 Memory Removal 10. The module will only fit one way as defined by its pin alignment. Make sure the module is seated as far into the slot as it will go. DO NOT FORCE IT; it should fit without much pressure.
  • Page 150 Upgrading The Computer Figure 6 - 9 Keyboard Tabs Keyboard Tabs 14. Carefully press the front of the keyboard down so that the two latches at the front of the keyboard lock down again. 15. Restart the computer. 16. During the startup process, the BIOS will register the new memory configuration.

  • Page 151: Upgrading The Processor

    Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Processor If you want to upgrade your computer by replacing the existing processor with a faster/new one you will need to contact your customer service representa- Warranty Warning tive. We recommend that you do not do this yourself, since if it is done incor- The CPU is not a user rectly you may damage the processor or mainboard Appendix A: page...

  • Page 152: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Overview Should you have any problems with your computer, before consulting the service center, you may want to try to solve the problem yourself. This chapter lists some common problems and their possible solutions. This can’t anticipate every problem, but you should check here before you panic. If you don’t find the an- swer in these pages, make sure you have followed the instructions carefully and observed the safety pre- cautions in the preface.

  • Page 153: Basic Hints And Tips

    Troubleshooting Basic Hints and Tips Many of the following may seem obvious but they are often the solution to a problem when your computer appears not to be working. •Power: Is the computer actually plugged into a working electrical outlet? If plugged into a power strip , make sure it is actually working.

  • Page 154: Backup And General Maintenance

    Troubleshooting Backup and General Maintenance • Always backup your important data, and keep copies of your OS and programs safe, but close to hand. Don’t forget to note the serial numbers if you are storing them out of their original cases e.g.

  • Page 155: Viruses

    Troubleshooting Viruses • Install an Anti-Virus program and keep the definitions file (the file which tells your program which viruses to look for) up to date. New computer viruses are discovered daily, and some of them may seriously harm your computer and cause you to lose data. Anti-Virus programs are commercially available and the definitions file updates are usually downloadable directly from the internet.

  • Page 156: Upgrading And Adding New Hardware/Software

    Troubleshooting Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software • Do not be tempted to make changes to your Windows Registry unless you are very sure of what you are doing, otherwise you will risk severely damaging your system. • Please don’t open your computer or undertake any repair or upgrade work if you are not comfort- able with what you are doing.
  • Page 157 Troubleshooting • Thoroughly check any recent changes you made to your system as these changes may affect one or more system components, or software programs. If possible, go back and undo the change you just made and see if the problem still occurs. •...

  • Page 158: Power

    Troubleshooting Power Problem Possible Cause - Solution You turned on the power The battery is missing or incorrectly installed. Check the battery bay, make sure the but it doesn’t work. battery is present and seated properly (the design of the battery only allows it to go in one (The battery status LED way).
  • Page 159 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution A beeping sound is heard The battery power is nearly used up. Connect the AC adapter to your computer. and the low-battery indicator is on. A beep isn’t heard when The battery power is nearly used up and the volume control may be turned down. Adjust the low-battery indicator the volume control and connect the computer with the AC adapter.

  • Page 160: Display

    Troubleshooting Display Problem Possible Cause - Solution Nothing appears on The screen saver is activated. Press any key or touch the TouchPad to return to your screen. display. The system is in a power saving mode. Toggle the suspend key combination, Fn + F4 Suspend (see “Function Keys”...
  • Page 161 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The screen is flickering or The vertical refresh rate is insufficient on your external monitor. Avoid using the the images aren’t clear. Simultaneous display mode. Use LCD only or CRT only. Switch to a lower resolution and/ or fewer colors and adjust the refresh frequency in the display controls (see “Vertical Refresh Rate”...

  • Page 162: Hard Disk Drive & Boot Password

    Troubleshooting Hard Disk Drive & Boot Password Problem Possible Cause - Solution The computer takes Data saved on the hard disk drive may be lost or damaged. Operate the scan disk or disk longer during Startup. defragmenter to check for any lost or damaged data. The computer is waking up from Hibernate mode.

  • Page 163: Floppy Disk Drive (Fdd)

    Troubleshooting Floppy Disk Drive (FDD) Problem Possible Cause - Solution The floppy disk drive will The floppy disk is not formatted. Format the disk (you may do this by right-clicking the disk not write data to disk. icon in My Computer in Windows and choosing Format from the menu). Bear in mind that this will erase all data contained on the floppy disk.

  • Page 164: Audio

    Troubleshooting Audio Problem Possible Cause - Solution The Audio “DJ” CD The computer is turned ON (see “Audio “DJ” CD Player” on page 1 - 13). Check your Player will not turn on computer is not turned on (or running in a power saving mode), and if it is then shut it (nothing appears on the down, then toggle the ON/OFF switch on the CD Player.

  • Page 165: Cd Device

    Troubleshooting CD Device Problem Possible Cause - Solution The compact disc cannot The compact disc is dirty. Clean it with a CD-ROM cleaner kit. be read. The compact disc tray The compact disc is not correctly placed in the tray. Gently try to remove the disc using the will not open when there eject hole (see “Loading Compact Discs”...

  • Page 166: Pc Card

    Troubleshooting PC Card Problem Possible Cause - Solution The system cannot The PC card is not inserted into the socket or inserted incorrectly. Remove the card and recognize the PC card. reinsert it aligning the PC card with the slot. Push the card in until it locks into place. The PC card driver is not installed.

  • Page 167: The Pc Card Problem In Windows 98

    Troubleshooting The PC Card Problem in Windows 98 After installation of Windows 98 or Windows 98 Second Edition, you may find that the PC cards are not working normally and you may also notice one or more of the following: •...

  • Page 168: The Pc Card Problem In Windows Me

    Troubleshooting The PC Card Problem in Windows ME After you resume your computer from suspend mode and try to use a program that uses a PCMCIA mo- dem, the Windows message server (Msgsrv32.exe) may stop responding (hang). Windows-based programs or Windows itself may then hang. This problem can occur when you are using Dial-Up Networking to con- nect to an Internet service provider and your computer enters Suspend mode or Standby mode before you disconnect the Dial-Up Networking connection.

  • Page 169: Keyboard And Mouse

    Troubleshooting Keyboard and Mouse Problem Possible Cause - Solution Unwelcome numbers The NumLock is turned ON (the LED is lit). Press and release the Fn & NumLk keys. appear when typing. I have installed a new You have not installed the driver to enable any extra functions. Make sure you read the external keyboard or documentation which comes with any new external device, and make sure you install the mouse but cannot use all...

  • Page 170: Printer

    Troubleshooting Printer Problem Possible Cause - Solution The printer cannot be The printer is not turned on, is not correctly connected to the computer, or has an internal added to the system or problem. Make sure the printer is on. Check all connections and cables and then try to will not work.
  • Page 171 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The operation mode for the parallel port set in the BIOS doesn’t correspond with the mode your printer can work with. The default operation mode for the parallel port (ECP) is backward compatible with other operation modes used by older printers and will usually not need to be changed.

  • Page 172: Operation

    Troubleshooting Operation Problem Possible Solution The system won’t start The Audio “DJ” CD Player is ON (see “Audio “DJ” CD Player” on page 1 - 13). Toggle up when the power the ON/OFF switch off the CD Player. button is pressed. The system freezes or The system’s power saving features have timed-out (the screen goes dark).Press the Fn + the screen goes dark.
  • Page 173 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Solution The system does not go No power savings options are enabled. Use one of the Power Management/Power into suspend or save to Options presets. disk when the battery is low. The Infrared device The drivers (if supplied with the device) are not loaded. Please read the documentation doesn’t work.

  • Page 174: Hyper-Threading Notes

    Troubleshooting Hyper-Threading Notes You can enable (the default setting is disabled) Hyper-Threading from the Advanced Menu in the BIOS (see “” on page 5 - 10). Hyper-Threading is only supported in Model C computers with 3.06GHz pro- cessors. If you do not have this Processor the menu option will not appear. Hyper-Threading is only supported in Windows XP, so DO NOT enable this option if you are using Windows 2000/ME/98SE.
  • Page 175 Troubleshooting 7 - 24...

  • Page 176: Appendix A. Specifications

    Appendix A. Specifications Processor (Model C) For help on model identification see “Model Types” on page 1 - • Intel Pentium®4 - 2.26/2.4/2.5/2.53/2.6/2.66/ 2.8/3.06* GHz (533 MHz front side bus) Processor Types • CPU Package - (478-pin) FC-PGA2 • 512KB L2 cache (on die) Processor (Model A) •...

  • Page 177: Core Logic (Models A & B

    Core Logic (Models A & B) LCD (Options) • Intel® 845MP+ICH3M chipset • 14.1" - XGA 1024x768 • 14.1" - SXGA+ 1400x1050 Core Logic (Model C) • 15.0" - XGA 1024x768 • Intel® 845E chipset • 15.0" - SXGA+ 1400x1050 •...

  • Page 178: Display (Model C

    Display (Model C) Supports PIO mode 4 ATA-33/66/100 • ATI Mobility Radeon 9000, Integrated AGP™ Ultra DMA • Integrated 128-bit 2D / 3D Graphics Accelerator- Audio Advanced HW Acceleration for DVD Playback (Motion Compensation engine and IDCT) • AC'97 2.1 Compliant Interface Fully DirectX 8.1 Compliant Graphics Engine •...

  • Page 179: Interface

    Interface Communication • Built in TouchPad (scroll functionality included) • Infrared transfer: 115.2K bps SIR/ 4M bps FIR, • Four USB ports (only Model C has USB 2.0 IrDA 1.1 compliant compliant ports - see page 1 - • 10/100Mb Ethernet LAN built-in •...

  • Page 180: Power (Model A

    Power (Model A) Power (Model B) For Intel Pentium®4 - 2.0/2.2/2.4GHz Proces- • Full Range AC adapter AC Input 100~240V, 50~60Hz sors ONLY DC Output 20V, 4.5A, 90W • Full Range AC adapter • Main battery smart Li-Ion 59W (removable) AC Input 100~240V, 50~60Hz •...

  • Page 181: Environmental Spec

    Environmental Spec • Temperature ° ° Operating: C ~ 35 ° ° Non-Operating: C ~ 60 WinDVD Player Note • Relative Humidity WinDVD version 3.1 supports CPU speeds up to, Operating: 20% ~ 80% and including, 2.4GB only. Non-Operating: 10% ~ 90% WinDVD version 4.0 supports all CPU speeds.

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