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- Page 1 User Guide - Multimedia Notebook Computer...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents NOTE ......................43 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ..........46 SHIPPING CONTENTS ................48 PREPARATION ..................49 INSERTING THE BATTERY ................50 REMOVING THE BATTERY ................50 POWER SUPPLY ................... 51 SWITCHING THE COMPUTER ON ..............52 POWER MANAGEMENT ................53 SYSTEM OVERVIEW ................ -
Page 5: Note
NOTE The company reserves the right to make unadvertised modifications to this document. Information contained in this document is intended solely for reference purposes and in no way constitutes a basis for asserting obligations on the part of the manufacturer or vendor. Neither the manufacturer nor the vendor accept liability for any errors or inaccuracies that this document may contain. - Page 6 All references refer to the accompanying device drivers and utilities CD- ROM, which contains the advanced service handbook (in Adobe Acrobat format), drivers, and special utilities for your notebook. If you wish to use an operating system that is not mentioned in these documents, consult the README files on the CD-ROM for the relevant information.
- Page 7 This device has been carefully RF suppressed and tested to avoid radio interference. However, please pay attention to the following concerning external data cables: If it becomes necessary to replace a data cable specified by the manufacturer, then for correct radio interference suppression the operator must ensure that replacement cables match the original cable also as pertains to screening quality.
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Page 8: Important Safety Information
Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Although the notebook is highly robust, it is not indestructible. To prevent damage from occurring, please pay attention to the following: • Avoid exposing the notebook to strong shocks or vibrations. • Keep it away from intense heat (radiators, direct sunlight). •... - Page 9 Safety Information The notebook is provided with a battery. The battery is recyclable. It is prohibited by law to dispose of the battery in ordinary household waste. If you have questions concerning proper disposal, consult your garbage collection service. • Note on system clock battery Caution: There is a risk of explosion if batteries are WARNING installed incorrectly.
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Page 10: Shipping Contents
Shipping Contents SHIPPING CONTENTS Before you begin installing your notebook, make sure that all components are present. If any item listed in the shipping contents is missing from your computer package, please contact your dealer immediately. • Notebook • Battery •... -
Page 11: Preparation
Preparation PREPARATION Before first using the computer, make sure you are familiar with the individual components of your system. Slide the catch (1) to the right and open the display. Catch USB interface i.Link 1394 port Microphone input Loudspeaker / headphones Fig. -
Page 12: Inserting The Battery
Preparation INSERTING THE BATTERY The battery is included in the notebook’s shipping contents. This battery is only partially charged. Take the new battery out of its packaging. Now slide the battery into the battery slot in the direction of the arrow until it clicks into place. -
Page 13: Power Supply
Preparation POWER SUPPLY You can choose to The notebook is supplied with a power cable and a run the notebook via universal, self-adjusting power adapter. The power battery or power adapter can operate with any constant voltage supply. between 100 and 240 volts. The first time you use the computer, you need to use the... -
Page 14: Switching The Computer On
Preparation SWITCHING THE COMPUTER ON You’ve completed the preparation. Now press and hold the on/off button for one second to switch on the notebook. Once the computer is switched on, the on/off button can perform several functions depending on the energy settings. -
Page 15: Power Management
Power Management POWER MANAGEMENT Your system is compatible with APM and the newer (and more efficient) ACPI energy saving system. HARDWARE (Battery Status & Warnings) Note on PC Cards Never unplug a PC card After completing the POST (power-on self-test), while the system is in the battery status display shows the charge state save-to-disk mode. -
Page 16: System Overview
System Overview SYSTEM OVERVIEW LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES Fig. 7 (1) USB ports * depending on model (2) Network port *² use a thin object (e.g. a straightened paperclip) (3) Modem port Only use if you need to open the CD- (4) CD or DVD-ROM drive * ROM drive without a power supply. -
Page 17: Rear View
System Overview REAR VIEW Fig. 9 (1) Kensington lock * All air intake and ventilation (2) Ventilation slots * openings must be kept free from obstructions at all times. (3) Connector for external monitor If not, the device is liable to (4) S-Video TV output overheat. -
Page 18: Explanation Of Led Displays
System Overview EXPLANATION OF LED DISPLAYS Symbol Meaning Hard disk is being accessed. Floppy disk or CD-ROM drive is being accessed. Lights when Caps Lock is on. Lights when Num Lock is on. Lights when Scroll Lock is on. Flashing orange: battery charging Flashing green: battery charge is low Flashing green: the notebook is in suspend mode... -
Page 19: Hot Keys
System Overview HOT KEYS (Shortcut key combinations with special functions) Symbol Keys Meaning Starts the suspend mode Fn + F1 Switches the battery warning on/off Fn + F3 Switches between LCD / monitor / Fn + F4 both Increases the volume Fn + F5 Reduces the volume Fn + F6... -
Page 20: The Quick Launch Keys
System Overview THE QUICK LAUNCH KEYS There are three quick launch keys just above the keyboard. You can use these to launch frequently used applications. Starts the Internet browser This button launches the e-mail program User-customizable The driver for activating this function is provided on the Utility CD. -
Page 21: The Touchpad
System Overview THE TOUCHPAD The system automatically sets up the integrated TouchPad. Provided you are using Windows, you do not need to install any drivers for the basic functions. Sensor field Left “mouse” button Rocker keys – function like a mouse wheel Right “mouse”... -
Page 22: The Cd-Rom/Dvd Drive
System Overview THE CD-ROM/DVD DRIVE To insert a CD, press the eject button on the front side of the drive. Place a CD onto the spindle with the label side facing up and push it gently down onto the spindle. Push the CD tray back in until it locks into place. -
Page 23: The Data/Fax Modem
System Overview THE DATA/FAX MODEM The system automatically sets up the integrated analog modem. To use the modem functions, connect the modem socket to an analog telephone socket (not ISDN) using the telephone cable. Proper Use: The modem can be connected to all analog sockets (TBR 21) in Europe. It is to be used solely for data communication purposes. -
Page 24: Installation Advice
Software INSTALLATION ADVICE RESTORING THE DRIVERS Your system is supplied in a preloaded condition. This means that all the data and drivers that the system requires are already on the hard disk. In case you erase and/or format your hard disk drive, the system drivers are stored on the Utility CD supplied with the computer. -
Page 25: Setting The Resolution
Software SETTING THE RESOLUTION After installing the graphics drivers, set the resolution to 1024 x 768 pixels. You do this in the following way: Right-click on any free area of the desktop Select <Properties> In the Display Properties window, click the Settings tab. Here you can set the slider to 1024 x 768. -
Page 26: Windows 2000
Software WINDOWS 2000 Run the “setup.exe” file in each of the directories indicated. In the PCMCIA directory, the file to run is called “O2update.exe” . In principle, it doesn’t matter what order the installation follows. However, we recommend you install the graphics drivers (VGA) first of all. -
Page 27: Modem Installation
Software MODEM INSTALLATION The drivers for your modem have to be installed manually. Please click in the following order: <Start> <Settings> <Control Panel> <System> (double-click to open) <Hardware> <Device Manager> <PCI device> (double-click to open) <Reinstall Driver...> <Next> This will start the device driver update assistant. Select: <Search for a suitable driver for my device (recommended)>... -
Page 28: Windows 98
Software WINDOWS 98 Run the “setup.exe” file in each of the directories indicated. In the PCMCIA directory, the file to run is called “O2update.exe” . In principle, it doesn’t matter what order the installation follows. However, we recommend you install the graphics drivers (VGA) first of all. -
Page 29: Modem Installation
Software MODEM INSTALLATION The drivers for your modem have to be installed manually. Please click in the following order: <Start> <Settings> <Control Panel> <System> (double-click to open) <Hardware> <Device Manager> <PCI device> (double-click to open) <Reinstall Driver...> <Next> This will start the device driver update assistant. Select: <Search for a suitable driver for my device (recommended)>... -
Page 30: Specifications
Appendix A - Specifications SPECIFICATIONS Processor and Core Logic Intel Pentium 4 processor, FCPGA2 - 478 package ● 20 KB L1 cache on die (12 KB for core instruction, 8 KB for data) ● L2 cache on die cache (depending on CPU) ●... - Page 31 Appendix A - Specifications Storage Capacity 2.5 inch hard disk (height 9.5 mm) removable drive with 10 GB and ● more capacity 3.5 inch floppy disk drive exchange module for 720 KB and ● 1.44 MB Audio SiS 650 audio chipset with integrated audio controller ●...
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Page 32: Additional Hardware
Appendix A - Specifications Additional Hardware 5.25 inch CD-ROM (height 12.7 mm) fixed module with 24x speed ● 5.25 inch DVD-ROM (height 12.7 mm) fixed module (optional) ● DVD/CDRW 5.25 inch combo drive (height 12.7 mm) fixed module ● (optional) 88-key keyboard, touch-type QWERTY keyboard with imbedded ●... -
Page 33: Operating System
Appendix A - Specifications BIOS AMI PnP function PnP BIOS ● Self test, power-on self-test ● DRAM autodetection, automatic size adjustment ● L2 cache autodetection ● Hard disk type autodetection ● Energy management ● APM 1.2 (Advanced Power Management) & ACPI 1.0 (Advanced ●... -
Page 34: Fault Diagnosis And Troubleshooting
Appendix B - Troubleshooting FAULT DIAGNOSIS AND TROUBLESHOOTING If a problem occurs while working with your computer, first of all try using the following information to solve the problem. If the problem cannot be solved in this way, you can find additional information in the advanced service handbook (on the device drivers and utilities CD- ROM). - Page 35 Appendix B - Troubleshooting The screen is not working Possible cause of the problem: The energy saving mode is activated. Note: The suspend LED flashes. Troubleshooting: Press the on/off button for approx. 1 second. Possible cause of the problem: The screen settings are incorrect. Troubleshooting: Press the Fn + F4 key combination, several times if necessary.
- Page 36 Appendix B - Troubleshooting Possible cause of the problem: A software error has caused a system crash. Troubleshooting: The operating system handbook will provided further information. If you cannot remedy the problem, then restart the system. You will lose any unsaved data! If this doesn’t work either, briefly switch off the computer and then switch it back on again.
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