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Notice for Users in the USA

FCC Statement

WARNING - FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications
to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's
authority to operate this equipment.
Note: 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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
A shielded I/F cable and included ferrite core for LAN cable is required to insure
compliance with FCC regulation for Class B computing equipment.
* As an ENERGY STAR
the ENERGY STAR

Declaration of Conformity

SHARP PERSONAL COMPUTER, PC-AR Series
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions:(1)this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party: SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135
TEL: 1-800-BE-SHARP
®
Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets
®
guidelines for energy efficiency.
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  • Page 1: Notice For Users In The Usa

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

  • Page 2: About The Modem

    If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact Sharp Electronics Corp. for repair and (or) warranty information (Refer to the end of this section). If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved.
  • Page 3 For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance:www.eiae.org Copyright It is the intent of Sharp that this product be used in full compliance with the copyright laws of the United States and that prior permission be obtained from copyright owners whenever necessary.

  • Page 4: Notice For Users In Australia

    Service Centre. Details can be found on the warranty card inserted with the documentation. For the latest up dates and software drivers, look on the web at www.sharp.net.au. Copyright Copyright may exist in material you wish to record. Copying or broadcasting such material without permission of the relevant licensees or owners of the copyright is prohibited by law.

  • Page 5: Notice For Users In The Uk

    This apparatus must be protected by a 3A fuse in the mains plug or distribution board. Copyright Recording and playback of any material may require consent, which SHARP is unable to give. Please refer particularly to the provisions of the Copyright Act 1956, the Dramatic and Musical Performers Protection Act 1958, the Performers Protection Acts 1963 and 1972 and to any subsequent statutory enactments and orders.

  • Page 6: Notice For Users In Europe

    Notice for Users in Europe About the Modem Your Sharp PC-AR series with integral modem has been designed to work with the analogue PSTN’s in the following countries: United Kingdom Ireland Italy Germany Switzerland If you wish to connect the equipment to the PSTN in a country not listed above, you should contact your equipment supplier for further details.
  • Page 7 This equipment complies with the requirements of the Directive 1999/5/EC. Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EU-Richtlinie 1999/5/EG. Cet appareil est conforme aux exigences de la directive 1999/5/CE. Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directiva 1999/5/CE. Quest'apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti delle direttiva 1999/5/CE. Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
  • Page 8 CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DISCONNECT THE AC CORD AND THE BATTERY BEFORE SERVICING. CAUTION: FOR A COMPLETE ELECTRICAL DISCONNECTION, PULL OUT THE MAIN PLUG AND THE BATTERY. VORSICHT: UM DIE STROMZUFUHR VOLLSTÄNDIG ZU UNTERBRECHEN, DEN NETZSTECKER HERAUSZIEHEN UND DIE BATTERIE ÈNTFERNEN. ATTENTION: POUR UN ARRET TOTAL DU SYSTEME, DECONNECTEZ LA PRISE DE COURANT SECTEUR ET LA BATTERIE.

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions General Follow all cautions and instructions which may be marked on the computer. Except as described elsewhere in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Immediately shut off the computer and seek servicing under the following conditions: when the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed if liquid has been spilled on the computer if the computer has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged...
  • Page 10 Do not drop the computer nor hit it with other equipment. Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power cord before cleaning. Battery Pack Precautions CAUTION DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE RECOMMANDED BY THE MANUFACTURER.
  • Page 11 Storage Store the battery pack in a cool and dry place. Never allow the temperature to exceed 60 C (140 F) during storage. Recharge the battery pack after storage, before use. Modem Precautions Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

  • Page 12: About This Manual

    Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of SHARP Corporation. SHARP Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.

  • Page 13: Recording Important Information

    Recording Important Information For future reference, please record the following information in the spaces provided below. Model Number: Serial Number: Date of purchase: Dealer’s Name: Place of purchase: Password: The serial number is printed on a sticker located on the bottom of the computer. xiii...

  • Page 14: Manual Conventions

    Manual Conventions This manual uses a set of style conventions described below. Notes and Cautions are italicized with icons: A note icon informs you of a special technique or information that may help you perform a task or better understand a process. A caution icon alerts you to something that may cause problems or damage to hardware, software or data.

  • Page 15: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Notice for Users in USA.....................i Notice for Users in Australia ..................iv Notice for Users in the UK ..................v Notice for Users in Europe ..................vi Safety Precautions.....................ix About This Manual ....................xii Recording Important Information ................xiii Manual Conventions ....................xiv Table of Contents.....................
  • Page 16 Removing a Standard Battery Pack ................ 3-7 Programmable Power Management................ 3-8 Power Management Hot-keys................3-12 Connecting Peripherals Using Peripheral Devices ..................4-1 Connecting Peripherals Overview ................4-2 Using PC Cards ...................... 4-3 Connecting an External Monitor ................4-6 Connecting an Audio Equipment and a Microphone..........4-8 Connecting USB Devices ..................
  • Page 17 Appendices Appendix 1: Troubleshooting ................A-1 Appendix 2: Care & Maintenance .................A-8 Appendix 3: Specifications ..................A-10 Index Index ........................Index-1 xvii...

  • Page 18: Overview Of Computer

    Overview of Computer In the following diagram, the labels in italics refer to the chapter and page number in this manual where you can find more information. The actual appearance of your computer may be slightly different depending on the model. Front View System status indicators LCD screen...

  • Page 19: Right Side View

    Right Side View Drive activity indicator See 2-19 Eject tray button See 2-19 Unit bay with Manual tray eject CD-R/RW drive installed button (recessed) See 2-17 See 2-19 Left Side View USB port PC card slots Ventilation openings See 4-9 See 4-3 Security slot See 7-4...

  • Page 20: Rear View

    Rear View Parallel/FDD port LAN jack External monitor port See 2-21,4-10 See 5-4 See 4-6 RS-232C Serial port USB port AC adapter jack See 4-10 See 4-9 See 1-2 PS/2 port See 4-11 Bottom View Port replicator docking connector Memory module See 6-4 compartment (Port replicator may not be...

  • Page 21: Fast Start

    CHAPTER 1 Fast Start Your new computer is ready to use as soon as you unpack it from the box. If you’re familiar with computers, follow the instructions in this chapter to get your system up and running in just a few minutes. If this is your first computer, you should read through the entire Operation Manual before starting the system.

  • Page 22: Connecting Ac Power

    Connecting AC Power Run your computer using AC power, rather than battery power, for the first time. This ensures that you will not lose power while you complete the Windows setup operation. • Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer, or supplied by your computer vendor.
  • Page 23 Plug the power cord into a suitable power outlet. The battery indicator turns on orange when you connect AC power. Press the power button located just above the F3 button on the keyboard. The power indicator turns on green when the power is turned on. Power Button Power and battery indicators...

  • Page 24: Setting Up Windows Me

    Setting Up Windows Me Windows Me is pre-installed on your computer, including the special drivers and software used by built-in components such as the audio and video system, the modem, and the PC card slot. The Windows Setup program lets you enter your personal data such as the date and time in your location, and so on.

  • Page 25: Turning Off Your Computer

    • Mouse • PC Card • Power Options • System Turning Off Your Computer When you’re finished using your computer, turn it off with the following steps: • With a power button Confirm that Power Off is selected in When I press the power button on my computer in Advanced tab of Power Option Properties dialog box.
  • Page 26 Since this is your first session using the computer, it’s a good idea to leave the AC adapter connected to the computer until the standard battery pack is fully charged. The orange battery indicator turns to green when the battery is fully charged.

  • Page 27: Basic Operations

    CHAPTER 2 Basic Operations This chapter describes some of the basic operations of your computer such as using the keyboard, adjusting the display, and so on. Powering the Computer You can operate your computer by using the AC adapter to connect to a suitable power outlet.

  • Page 28: Power And Battery Indicators

    Power and Battery Indicators For proper operations, it is important to understand the operation of the power and battery indicators located on the left-side front corner. Indicator Meanings Green Power Indicator Icon Lamp State Status Turned on Computer is turned on. Turned off Computer is turned off or in System Hibernate.

  • Page 29: Resetting The System

    Resetting the System You may need to reset the system after adding hardware or software so that your computer recognizes newly installed devices or software. When the message appears after the installation, click OK, Yes, etc., to restart Windows Me. You can also restart Windows Me from the Start menu.

  • Page 30: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard The built-in keyboard includes all the functions that you find on a full-sized keyboard. In addition, the keyboard has built-in hot keys that you can use to control some of the functions of the computer. The illustration below shows the location of some important keys on your keyboard. Function Keys Keypad Fn Key...

  • Page 31: Windows Keys

    connected. If you want to enable it, set NumLock to Enabled in the Main menu of the Setup utility. See chapter 8 for more information. Windows Keys There are two different Windows keys as shown below. Windows Start Key. This key opens the Windows Start menu on the taskbar.
  • Page 32 Returns the Sys Request keystroke Returns the Scroll Lock keystroke NumLk ScrLk Pop-Up Information Box When you hold down the Fn key and press the F2 function key, a pop-up information box appears for about five seconds in the top left corner of the display. The information box has the following information: Standard battery pack is not installed.

  • Page 33: Using The Quick Start Buttons

    Using the Quick Start Buttons In addition to the function keys embedded on the keyboard as discussed before, your computer has five more quick start buttons located above the keyboard. The buttons are identified by icons printed above each button. The use of each button can be user defined.

  • Page 34: Using The Glide Pad

    Using the Glide Pad Your computer has a built-in pointing device called a glide pad. The glide pad consists of the glide pad surface, a left button and a right button. Glide pad surface Left button Right button Using the Glide Pad When you slide your finger across the glide pad surface, the pointer on the screen moves in the same direction as your fingertip.
  • Page 35 Changing the Glide Pad Configuration You can change the way the glide pad operates in the Mouse Properties dialog box. From Windows Start menu, select Settings - Control Panel and double-click Mouse to open up the Mouse Properties dialog box. Click on any of the tabs; Buttons, or Pointers, etc.

  • Page 36: Reading The Status Indicators

    Reading the Status Indicators As well as the power and battery indicators discussed before, your computer has five more status indicators located above the keyboard between the power button and the quick start buttons. The indicators are identified by icons printed above each lamp.

  • Page 37: Adjusting The Display

    Adjusting the Display The most important adjustment you can make to the display is to set it to the best viewing angle. The display contrast decreases if you look at it from a wide angle above or below, or from side to side. Changing the Brightness Change the screen brightness by using the Fn+F6 and Fn+F7 hot keys.
  • Page 38 Changing the Display Properties The Windows Display Properties dialog box lets you make many different kinds of changes to the appearance of the screen under Windows. Place the screen pointer on any empty area of the Windows desktop and click the right glide pad button to pull down a menu.

  • Page 39: Controlling Audio

    Controlling Audio Your computer is installed with built-in stereo speakers and a built-in monaural microphone. You can use Windows entertainment accessories to play CDs, record messages and sound, play computer games with sound tracks, and so on. Speaker Microphone Speaker You can control the audio volume by using the audio hot keys Fn+F8 and Fn+F9.

  • Page 40: Using The Drives

    Using the Drives Your computer has three different drives; the internal hard disk drive, the CD-R/RW drive unit, and the floppy disk drive unit. The CD-R/RW and floppy disk drive unit can be installed in the unit bay on the right side of the computer. If you want to use the CD-R/RW and the floppy disk drive at the same time, you can install the CD- R/RW drive in the unit bay, and use the floppy disk drive as an external component connected to your computer through the parallel/FDD port on the back of the...

  • Page 41: Floppy Disk Drive

    CD-R/RW drive The CD-R/RW drive lets you read information from CDs. You can also write information to CD-R/RW disks using the installed applications called Easy CD Creator or Direct CD. For more details, see online help of the applications. Your computer identifies the CD-R/RW drive as drive R:.
  • Page 42 Do not touch the disk while reading/writing data. It may cause • malfunction of the computer and the drive. Before removing the floppy disk, make sure the indicator of the • floppy disk drive unit is not lit. 2-16...

  • Page 43: Changing A Unit In The Unit Bay

    Changing a Unit in the Unit Bay The Unit bay on the right side of your computer can be installed with a CD-R/RW drive, a floppy disk drive or an optional DVD-ROM drive or an optional secondary battery pack. Your computer supports hot-swap, so you can change units without turning off your computer.
  • Page 44 with the connector inside the bay. Verify that the unit bay lock latch is in the locked position. Turn your computer over and open the upper cover. Click OK in BaySwap window. Your computer automatically registers and configures the new unit. For information on using an optional secondary battery pack, see Battery and Power Management of chapter 3.

  • Page 45: Using The Cd-R/Rw Drive

    Using the CD-R/RW Drive If the CD-R/RW drive is installed in the unit bay, use it as follows. Locate and identify the three features on the front of the CD-R/RW drive; the eject tray button, the recessed manual tray eject button, and the drive activity indicator.
  • Page 46 When inserting a CD, do not use force. • Make sure the CD is correctly inserted into the tray, then close the • tray. Do not leave the tray open. Also, avoid touching the lens in the tray. • If the lens becomes dirty, the CD-R/RW drive may malfunction. Do not wipe the lens with materials with rough surface (such as •...

  • Page 47: Using The Floppy Disk Drive Externally

    Using the Floppy Disk Drive Externally To use the floppy disk drive as an external drive, follow the steps below: Install the floppy disk drive into the optional floppy disk drive box(CE-FC02). Simply slide the drive in until it clicks into place. Shut down your computer.
  • Page 48 2-22...

  • Page 49: Battery And Power Management

    CHAPTER 3 Battery and Power Management This chapter explains how to charge your computer’s standard or an optional secondary battery and how to keep them in good condition. It also explains how you can use the power management features to maximize battery life while operating under battery power.

  • Page 50: Battery Charging

    Battery Charging The battery packs begin charging anytime your computer is connected to AC power using the AC adapter. If the standard battery pack is fully discharged and your computer is turned off or in System hibernate, it fully recharges in about 2.5 hours. If the standard battery pack is fully discharged and your computer is turned on, the charging time may vary depending on usage.
  • Page 51 Battery Indicator Status Capacity Remaining All On 80%~100% Orange Green Four On 60%~79% Orange Green Three On 40%~59% Orange Green Two On 20%~39% Orange Green Only Orange On 11%~19% Orange Green Orange Blinking Under 10% Orange Green All Off 0%(Empty) Orange Green...

  • Page 52: Battery Low Warnings

    Battery Low Warnings The battery low warnings are set in Windows Power Options Properties dialog box. Click Alarms tab, and you can set a Low battery alarm and a Critical battery alarm. The alarms are triggered when battery charge decreases to a user-defined percentage set.
  • Page 53 After you have shut down your computer in a low battery condition, don’t try to restart the computer until you have replaced the discharged battery with a charged battery pack, or connected the computer to a power outlet using the AC adapter.

  • Page 54: Battery Conditioning

    Go to the Exit page of the setup utility, highlight Exit Saving Changes and press Enter. Press Enter again when the dialog asks for confirmation. When the system restarts and the Sharp logo and prompt appear, press F2 again to enter the setup utility.

  • Page 55: Removing A Standard Battery Pack

    Removing a Standard Battery Pack Turn off the computer and close the display cover. Turn the computer over and lay on a soft surface. On the base of the computer, locate the battery pack and the battery lock button. Slide the battery lock button to the unlocked position. Lift battery pack out of Battery release lever battery compartment...

  • Page 56: Programmable Power Management

    Programmable Power Management Your computer supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power management Interface) which is a powerful feature of the Windows Me operating system. Therefore you can select and control all the power management of your computer through the Windows Power Options Properties application in Windows Control Panel.
  • Page 57 Intel    SpeedStep    Technology You can control processor core speed to reduce the power consumption with Intel Speed Step technology. Right-click icon and select Adjust Properties to change the performance. Setting Power Schemes The Power Options Properties dialog box opens on the Power Schemes tab. You can use this dialog box to create and name different Power Schemes.
  • Page 58 Supporting System Hibernate To support System Hibernate mode, make sure Enable hibernate support is checked in Hibernate tab of Power Options Properties dialog box. Entering System Stand by/Hibernate Your computer will enter System Stand by/Hibernate under several sets of conditions as follows: •...

  • Page 59: Power Meter

    Power Meter Click on the Power Meter tab of the Power Options Properties window to show the battery charge meter. You can also display this information by clicking on the battery meter icon displayed on the right side of the Windows taskbar. Advanced Options Click on the Advanced tab of the Power Options Properties window to display the advanced options.

  • Page 60: Power Management Hot-Keys

    Power Management Hot-keys In addition to the programmable power management, you can use the power management hot-keys to directly control the power consumption of your computer with just a keystroke. Turns off the display Puts the system into System Stand by/Hibernate or powered off Note that you can also reduce power consumption by decreasing the screen brightness and decreasing the audio volume using the...

  • Page 61: Connecting Peripherals

    CHAPTER 4 Connecting Peripherals This chapter describes how to connect your computer to peripheral devices using the input/output ports on the edges of your computer. To ensure correct operation, follow the instructions given in this chapter, and always read the instructions given with the peripheral device as well.

  • Page 62: Connecting Peripherals Overview

    Connecting Peripherals Overview The illustration below shows many of the peripheral devices that can be connected to your computer. Microphone jack Audio output jack PC card slot IEEE 1394 port USB port Modem jack External monitor port USB (Universal Serial Bus) port LAN Jack PS/2 Port RS-232C Serial port...

  • Page 63: Using Pc Cards

    Using PC Cards Your computer has PC card slots on the left side. The PC card slots accept type-I, type-II, and type-III PC cards. It also supports the 32-bit CardBus standard compliant PC card. You can insert a combination of two type-I or type-II cards simultaneously.

  • Page 64: Configuring A Pc Card

    If you plan on using a type-III PC card, all other cards must be removed first. You can only use a single type-III card at a time. Configuring a PC Card The Windows operating system immediately detects the insertion of the card. If Windows recognizes the card, it automatically loads any drivers required by the card, and allocates any resources that are required by the card.

  • Page 65: Removing A Pc Card

    Removing a PC Card Click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon in the taskbar. Click Stop xxxxx. Xxxx is your card name. Click OK in Safe To Remove Hardware dialog box. Push the eject button so that it sticks out from the side of the computer. Push the eject card button straight into the chassis to force the card from the slot.

  • Page 66: Connecting An External Monitor

    Connecting an External Monitor You can connect an external monitor to your computer and then display the video output to either the built-in screen, the external monitor, or a simultaneous display to both the monitor and the LCD screen. To display images on both displays simultaneously, use the 1280 x 1024 resolution.
  • Page 67 4. Use the green button to turn on or off the display to the built-in screen (called Panel in this window) and the external monitor (called Monitor in this window). 5. Click on Apply and verify that the display is the way you want it. 6.

  • Page 68: Connecting An Audio Equipment And A Microphone

    Switching with Hot-keys After switching the display with software in the first instance, you can then use the display switching hot-keys Switch display between the built-in screen, an external monitor, and a simultaneous display When you connect an external monitor and turn on the computer, the system defaults to a simultaneous display on the built-in screen.

  • Page 69: Connecting Usb Devices

    Connecting USB Devices USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices are increasing in availability, and include many different types of device such as keyboards, pointing devices, digital cameras, and so on. Your computer has two USB ports, one is located on the left side, another one located on the rear side of the unit.

  • Page 70: Connecting A Serial Device

    Parallel/FDD port Installing a Printer Driver After you have connected the printer to your computer through the parallel/FDD port, install a printer driver following the steps below: From the Start menu, select Settings - Printers. Double-click the Add Printer icon. The Add Printer Wizard appears. Click Next.

  • Page 71: Connecting A Ps/2 Keyboard Or Pointing Device

    RS-232C Serial port External Pointing Device If you are connecting a serial mouse which is Windows compliant, the computer should detect the new hardware and take you through the process of installing the hardware. If Windows does not recognize your serial mouse, you will need to Add New Hardware.

  • Page 72: Connecting An Ieee 1394 Device

    PS/2 port Connecting an IEEE 1394 Device You can use the IEEE 1394 port on the left side of the computer to connect a host of devices. The IEEE 1394 is a digital interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in two directions between devices, and for controlling other equipment.

  • Page 73: Communication Functions

    CHAPTER 5 Communication Functions Your computer has two important features that let you establish communications with other computers and devices. The built-in modem lets you connect to the telephone system so that you can communicate with the whole world through the internet, e-mail, etc,.

  • Page 74: Configuring The Modem

    Modem jack 3. Plug one end of the telephone cable supplied with your computer into the modem jack. (If the cable is fitted with a core, plug the end of the cable nearest the core into the computer.) 4. Plug the other end of the cable into a wall telephone socket. 5.

  • Page 75: Modem Settings

    Dial-Up Networking To create other dial-up networking accounts: 1. On the Windows desktop, double-click My Computer icon. 2. Click Dial-Up Networking. 3. Click Next. 4. Follow the prompts of the Make New Connection dialog box to create a new account. Hyper Terminal and Phone Dialer You can find these applications by opening the Start menu and selecting Programs- Accessories- Communications.

  • Page 76: Lan Unit

    LAN unit You can use the LAN unit for data transfer and communications over a local area network. Connecting the computer to a local area network Connect your computer to a local area network as follows: Turn off your computer. 2.
  • Page 77 Configuring the Network Settings You can click on the Network icon in the Control Panel to check the networking configurations that are currently in place on your system and to make modifications. You will see information specific to the network adapter built-in your computer. In order to successfully join a network, after the computer has been physically connected, you need at least define a protocol, which controls how information is transferred between your computer and others on the network.
  • Page 78 You will now be asked to establish the kind of access you want to allow to this folder. You should consider who will be using the access and why, and establish the necessary password. Keep in mind that shared folders will be accessible to any machine that establishes a network connection with your computer.

  • Page 79: Changing Or Adding Options

    CHAPTER 6 Changing or Adding Options This chapter describes how you can change or add two important optional items to your computer; a memory card and a port replicator. Adding a Memory Module Your computer comes complete with 128 MB of main memory. This is plenty of memory for most applications.

  • Page 80: Removing A Memory Module

    Use a small, Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screws. Lift the cover from the memory module compartment using the indent on one side of the compartment cover. Hold the memory module over the memory module compartment. The edge connector on the module is divided into two unequal parts and the edge connector slot inside the memory module compartment is also divided into two unequal parts.

  • Page 81: Using The Optional Port Replicator (May Not Be Available In Some Countries)

    Using the Optional Port Replicator (may not be available in some countries) The optional port replicator (model CE-DS03) provides a convenient “parking place” for your computer on your desktop or working area. It duplicates the ports on the rear side of your computer and adds extra ports as well. You can leave peripheral devices permanently connected to the port replicator.

  • Page 82: Docking And Undocking

    Port Replicator Ports The port replicator ports are all located on the back side. PS/2 Keyboard USB LAN jack PS/2 Parallel/FDD Mouse Microphone Audio-out RS-232C Serial External Monitor Audio-in AC Adapter Docking and Undocking Your computer has a connector in the base of the unit that automatically engages with the docking connector on the port replicator.
  • Page 83 Before docking your computer to the port replicator, either turn off the computer or let the computer enter to System Stand by/Hibernate by pressing the hot keys Fn+F12. After the computer is shut down or in System Stand by/Hibernate, install the computer in the port replicator.

  • Page 85: Security Features

    CHAPTER 7 Security Features This chapter describes how to protect your computer against unauthorized use, and theft. Passwords Setting a password will help protect against unauthorized access to your computer. When password protection is correctly set, you can leave your computer turned off or in System Stand by/Hibernate.
  • Page 86 The following items can only be changed if you know the Supervisor password. Advanced page All items Security page Set Supervisor Password Password on Boot Floppy Disk Access Power page Resume on Modem Ring Resume on Time Boot page All items Exit page Load Setup Defaults Setting the Password in the Setup Utility...
  • Page 87 To change the password, type the new password again and press Enter. To delete the password, just press Enter again. When the confirmation message appears, press Enter. Press Esc and select Exit Saving Changes. Press Enter twice. The system restarts. Password Requirements If you have enabled Password on boot in the Security page of the setup utility, the system will ask for a password when the system starts.

  • Page 88: Using A Security Cable

    Using a Security Cable You can prevent theft by connecting a laptop security cable to a fixed object and locking the other end of the cable in the slot on the left side of the computer. Slot for security cable...

  • Page 89: Setup Utility

    CHAPTER 8 Setup Utility This chapter describes how to run the setup utility to change settings on your computer. Running the Setup Utility With the setup utility, you can customize the system configuration information, such as time and date, port assignments, passwords, or power management settings. The information you have specified is saved in a special area called CMOS RAM, which the system reads every time you turn on the computer.

  • Page 90: Using The Setup Utility

    6. When the message Setup Confirmation appears, press Enter again. The system restarts. To turn off the computer when the setup utility is open, press the power switch. Using the Setup Utility To navigate through the different menus, you can use the following keys: Use the Left and Right cursor arrow keys to choose the pages from the Main menu bar to the Exit menu across the top of the screen.

  • Page 91: Main Page

    Boot Options Configures the status of system when starting. Press Enter to display the Boot Options sub-menu. If Quiet boot is Enabled, the system displays the Sharp logo screen. If Summary screen is Enabled, the system shows a hardware summary at start-up time.

  • Page 92: Advanced Page

    System Memory Shows the size of conventional memory. Extended Memory Shows the size of extended memory beyond 1 MB. Advanced Page Serial port A Sets the RS-232C serial port, selecting the base I/O address. Enabled means that you can set the item by yourself. Auto means that the item is automatically assigned.

  • Page 93: Security Page

    Security Page See Chapter 7 for detailed information on setting passwords in the Security page. Under some password settings, not all items are available to all users. Supervisor Password Is Shows the current status of the supervisor password. User Password Is Shows the current status of the user password You cannot set the user password unless you have set the supervisor password.

  • Page 94: Power Page

    Power Page Because your computer supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power management Interface), a powerful feature of the Windows Me operating system, the power management for your system is controlled by the Windows OS and the items on this page have no function. See Chapter 3 for information on using the Windows Power Option Properties program.

  • Page 95: Boot Page

    Resume on Modem Ring Enables the system to resume from suspend mode when an incoming call is received by the modem if set to Enabled. Resume on Time Enables the system to resume from suspend mode by an alarm set on the computer’s realtime clock if set to Enabled.

  • Page 97: Appendix 1: Troubleshooting

    Appendix 1: Troubleshooting This appendix describes how to troubleshoot problems with your computer. Common Problems Problems with your computer can be caused by something as minor as an unplugged power cord or as major as a damaged hard disk drive. The information in this troubleshooting section is designed to help you find and solve minor problems.

  • Page 98: Trouble When Starting

    Trouble when Starting Question: Why doesn't the power button function? Make sure the AC power cable is correctly connected to a live power outlet. If the computer is operating with batteries, the batteries may be discharged. Connect the computer to a power outlet. Question: Why doesn't Windows start? Check whether the floppy disk drive unit contains a non-system disk.
  • Page 99 Trouble with the Display Question: Why is the screen blank? Press any key to see if any power management feature has turned off the screen to save power. See the power indicator to check whether the computer is powered. If you are using a battery pack, make sure it has a charge remaining Make sure the LCD screen is selected as the display by pressing Fn+F5.
  • Page 100 Trouble with the Hard Disk Question: Why can't I read or write data to/from the hard disk? Confirm the drive and file names are correct. Confirm the hard disk has sufficient free space. The hard disk in your computer is formatted with FAT32. You cannot read or write data formatted in other operating systems, which are not FAT 32 compatible.
  • Page 101 Question: Why doesn't the glide pad function correctly? Confirm the surface of the glide pad is completely dry and free from dirt and grease. Confirm the item Pointing Device in the Main menu of the setup utility is set to Enabled.
  • Page 102 Confirm the COM1 port is not disabled using the following procedure. 1. In the System Properties dialog box, select Device Manager. 2. Double-click Ports(COM&LPT); then, Communications Port (COM1). 3. Make sure the item Disable in this hardware profile is unchecked. Confirm the COM 1 port is not used by another applications.
  • Page 103 Other Troubles Question: Why is the date and/or time incorrect? Correct the date and time using the Date/Time icon in the Windows Control Panel or the Main menu of the setup utility. Question: Why can't I produce sound? Check the volume control with the Fn+F8 and Fn+F9 hot keys. Double-click the speaker symbol on the taskbar and check the Windows volume control.

  • Page 104: Appendix 2: Care & Maintenance

    Appendix 2: Care & Maintenance This appendix provides you with information on how to maintain your computer in excellent working condition. Cleaning the Computer Cabinet Apply a small amount of mild cleaning solution to a dry, lint-free cloth and wipe the cabinet with the cloth.
  • Page 105 • Fully charge the battery pack and bring the AC adapter and the AC power cord. • Avoid sudden shocks or extreme vibration.

  • Page 106: Appendix 3: Specifications

    Appendix 3: Specifications Parts Specifications   Mobile Pentium III 850MHz featuring Intel SpeedStep Technology Secondary cache 256 KB (Integrated with CPU) Including system BIOS and VGA BIOS System SDRAM 128MB (expandable to 256 MB) Video 8 MB Display Panel Active Matrix (TFT) color LCD Video controller ATI Rage Mobility M1...
  • Page 107 Operating Temperature 50°F to 95°F (10°C to 35°C) Environment Humidity 20% to 80% (non-condensation) Options(May not be available in some countries) DVD-ROM Drive ....CE-DV04 Battery Pack ......CE-BL11 Floppy Disk Drive Box .... CE-FC02 Port Replicator ......CE-DS03 A-11...

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