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  • Page 1 ® TransPort U1100 Technical Reference Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Life Support and Nuclear Facilities............9 ® Energy Star Notice ................10 Network Compatibility................11 Welcome ....................12 MPC Resources ..................13 Easy Setup Guide................13 Further Reading................... 13 For More Information ................13 Manual Comments ................13 Service and Support Tools ..............14 Manual Conventions ................
  • Page 3 Preface Manual Updates ..................20 ® TransPort U1100 Safety and Care ............21 Operating Environment................ 21 Temperature Concerns ..............21 Humidity, Rain, and Moisture............22 Other Environmental Concerns ............22 Magnetic Fields................23 Direct Sunlight and Extreme Temperatures........23 ® TransPort U1100 Package ..............
  • Page 4 Preface Disconnecting the AC Power............... 45 Battery Pack ..................45 Releasing the Battery Pack ..............46 Replacing the Battery Pack ..............47 Using the Battery Pack ................ 48 Battery Safety Tips................48 Conserving Battery Power ............... 48 Charging the Battery Pack ............... 49 Using the Main System Battery Safely ..........
  • Page 5 Preface Connecting the Keyboard ..............73 Connecting the WebCam..............73 Connecting the Printer ..............74 Connecting the External Monitor or TV..........74 Connecting the IEEE 1394 Devices..........75 Connecting the Communication Devices ..........76 Using the LAN.................. 76 Using the Modem................76 Express PC Card Installation ..............
  • Page 6 Preface FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement......94 Wireless LAN Module Statement............. 95 Product Specifications ..............97 Radio Specifications ................ 98 Electromagnetic Compatibility ............99 FCC Radiation Exposure Statement..........99 FCC Part 68 Statement..............100 CTR21 Statement ................102 Canadian Radio Interference Regulations........102 Class 1 Laser Product..............

  • Page 7: Copyright Information

    In no event will the manufacturer or seller of an MPC product be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

  • Page 8: Trademark Notice

    This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this document may be photocopied, reproduced, or translated to another language without the prior written consent of: MPC Computers, LLC 906 E. Karcher Road Nampa, Idaho 83687 Trademark Notice ®...

  • Page 9: Notices

    Life Support and Nuclear Facilities Products sold by MPC are not authorized for use as critical components in medical devices or systems or in nuclear facilities without the express written approval of the Chief Executive Officer of MPC.

  • Page 10: Energy Star Notice

    U1100 system and monitor enter a low-power "sleep" mode after a period of inactivity. MPC is proud to be an official Energy Star partner. This voluntary partnership signifies that most MPC Computer systems meet the stringent Energy Star guidelines. You will see the savings achieved through Energy Star labeled equipment in the form of lower power bills—...

  • Page 11: Network Compatibility

    Preface Refer to the Power Management section in this manual for more information on modifying your Power Management settings or default times. Network Compatibility The power-saving functions may vary among different network operating systems. If the system is to be permanently connected to a network, we ®...

  • Page 12: Welcome

    Preface Welcome ® Congratulations on the purchase of your MPC TransPort U1100. Whether you are a new or an experienced TransPort user, this Technical ® Reference Manual can help you get the most from your TransPort U1100. The following sections in this chapter contain more information about ®...

  • Page 13: Mpc Resources

    Preface MPC Resources MPC provides several resources to assist you with using your new ® TransPort U1100. Easy Setup Guide For quick step-by-step setup instructions, refer to the Easy Setup Guide. Further Reading It is recommended that you read all documentation, in addition to this manual, related to any software or hardware supplied with your ®...

  • Page 14: Service And Support Tools

    Preface Service and Support Tools ® MPC provides many support tools to make using your TransPort U1100 easier. These support tools can be found by clicking on one of the links below. Main Support Site http://support.mpccorp.com Knowledge Base http://primus.mpccorp.com/mknowledge/ Contacting Support...

  • Page 15: System Information

    U1100's operating information on the "System Information" section of the Easy Setup Guide. If you require technical support in the future, the following information will help an MPC ® support technician locate the specifications for your TransPort U1100 and aid in returning it to normal operation.

  • Page 16: Manual Conventions

    Preface Manual Conventions The following conventions are used throughout this manual. Note: Important information concerning the operation of your notebook Caution: Failure to follow directions could result in loss of data or damage to equipment. Warning: Failure to follow directions will result in loss of data or damage to equipment and/or could result in physical harm.

  • Page 17: Optical Device Naming Convention

    Preface Brackets indicate keyboard strokes. For example: Press [Enter], use the [Alt] key. When keys should be held down simultaneously, they are separated by the + sign. For example: Press [Ctrl+Alt+Delete]. When keys should be pressed sequentially, they will be in individual brackets without the + sign. For example: Press [1][Enter].

  • Page 18: Windows Conventions

    Preface The object that needs to be clicked upon will be displayed in Bold text such as the Start button. Windows Conventions ® Almost all Windows programs will display the name of a button or icon if you place the touchpad pointer on the item you want information about. Software User Documentation Your notebook is shipped from the factory with several software programs installed.

  • Page 19: Printing The Manual

    Preface Printing the Manual To print the manual, complete the following steps: 1. Click on “File” on the menu bar. 2. From the dropdown, click on “Print”. 3. When the Print dialog box appears, make the appropriate selections, click OK, and print the manual. Note: The Print dialog box may take a few seconds to appear.

  • Page 20: Manual Updates

    Technical Reference Manual for your system. Please note that not all of the manual updates will be applicable to your system. 1. Go to the MPC Support Web site at http://support.mpccorp.com. 2. Click on the Platforms link. 3. Select the Components link.

  • Page 21: U1100 Safety And Care

    Preface ® TransPort U1100 Safety and Care Operating Environment Temperature Concerns Keep this equipment away from humidity, direct sunlight, high room temperatures, and away from other heat sources (such as lamps and ® heating vents). The system specifications ensure the TransPort U1100 will not be left in an unconditioned environment with a storage temperature of 60...

  • Page 22: Humidity, Rain, And Moisture

    Preface to cold temperatures can produce condensation that can damage individual components or destroy your system. Humidity, Rain, and Moisture ® Do not use your TransPort U1100 in harsh conditions or near ® water. Never spill liquid of any kind on the TransPort U1100.

  • Page 23: Magnetic Fields

    Preface Magnetic Fields ® Place the TransPort U1100 away from electromagnetic or radio frequency interference (for example, television/stereo sets, copying machine, and air conditioners. Direct Sunlight and Extreme Temperatures ® Avoid using or storing the TransPort U1100 in extremely hot or cold ®...

  • Page 24: Transport U1100 Package

    You do not need to install any software unless your system or documentation prompts you to do so.) Inspect all of the items. If any item is damaged or missing, notify MPC immediately. Keep the shipping carton and packing materials in case you ®...

  • Page 25: Using Your Transport U1100

    Preface ® Using Your TransPort U1100 Use only approved AC adapters, auto adapters, batteries, memory ® modules, and other options. The TransPort U1100 requires a 65W AC adapter. An AC adapter with lower wattage will not power the system. ® If you are using the TransPort U1100 with the AC adapter, do not allow anything to rest on the power cord.

  • Page 26: Caution On Using Modem

    Preface ® Your TransPort U1100 contains electrical filters, fuses, protections, and a built-in surge protector. However, we strongly recommend using a high- quality, external surge protector. An external surge protector looks like an extension cord with several grounded outlets. It will help shield your ®...

  • Page 27: Turning On And Off

    Preface Caution: To avoid damage to the system’s components caused by electrical surges, plug your system into a surge protector. During an electrical storm, unplug both the surge protector from the power outlet and the telephone line from the phone jack. Turning On and Off Power On Information ®...

  • Page 28: Powering Off Information

    Preface Powering Off Information ® Prior to shutting down your TransPort U1100, ensure all of your data ® and current work are saved. To turn off the TransPort U1100: Click Start on the taskbar. 1. Click Turn Off Computer. 2. Click Turn Off to complete the shutdown sequence. Note: If you need to restart your TransPort U1100 after software (re)installation or because it is not responding, select the Restart option.
  • Page 29 Preface Caution: If you need to turn the TransPort U1100 on again immediately after turning it off, wait at least five seconds. This will give the hard disk drive and optical drives a chance to spin down. Turning the power off and on rapidly can damage the TransPort U1100.

  • Page 30: Standby Or Hibernation Mode

    Preface Caution: If the TransPort U1100 is not turned off properly due to a system error, press [Ctrl+Alt+Delete]. When the Windows Task Manager dialog box appears, click Shut Down > Turn Off to turn off the TransPort U1100. Your unsaved work may be lost/damaged.
  • Page 31 Preface Standby/Hibernation Mode Actions To stop in this Do this… To start up or resume mode… again… Follow the operating Press the power system's shutdown button. procedure. If the system is locked up because of hardware or software problems, press the power button to turn off the ®...

  • Page 32: Specifications

    Preface Specifications Description 12.1-inch WXGA TFT LCD (1280x800) Display ® Windows XP Professional or Windows Operating System Vista™ Business ® ® Intel Centrino, Intel Core 2 Duo Processor processor, 667FSB T5600 (1.83GHz 2MB Cache) or T7400 (2.16GHz 4MB Cache) micro FCPGA Processor Packaging Chipset Intel 945GM...
  • Page 33 Preface DVD/CDRW Combo or DVD Multi Drive Fixed Optical Bay (DVD-RW/+RW/CD-RW) Options PATA, 40, 60, 80,100 or 120GB 5400 Hard Disk Drive Realtek ALC 882H, Dolby support, built- Audio in 1.5W speakers Integrated MDC 56Kbps V.92 Communications fax/modem & 10/100/1000 Base-T LAN with built in RJ-45 and RJ-11 jacks.
  • Page 34 Preface Removable 4- or 8-cell Smart Li-Ion Primary Battery Additional 4-cell Smart Li-Ion Secondary Batteries (2400mAH) Additional Additional 8-cell Smart Li-Ion (4400mAh) 65W output, 19V DC; Automatic voltage AC Adapter adjustment 100-240V, 50/60Hz AC Hibernation, Suspend, Sixteen-level Power Management panel brightness, Battery gauge display Plastic lid, top case, base, and LCD Chassis bezel...

  • Page 35: Transport ® U1100 Features

    TransPort U1100 Features ® Your MPC TransPort U1100 is a lightweight portable Notebook that includes features to meet your computing needs at home or on the road. The following sections in this chapter will help you locate and identify the ®...
  • Page 36 Preface Top Open View 1. Cover Latch (Internal View) 2. Rubber Pads 3. Stereo Speakers 4. Quick Launch Buttons and Power Button 5. Keyboard 6. Touchpad...

  • Page 37: Front View

    Preface Front View 1. Cover Latch (External View) – Slide the LCD latch to the right and lift the LCD panel. 2. IEEE 1394 Port – High-speed bus that allows you to connect high-end digital devices such as the DV (digital video camera). 3.
  • Page 38 Preface...

  • Page 39: Right-Side View

    Preface Right-Side View 1. USB Port – The USB 2.0 port allows you to connect USB- interface peripheral devices--the mouse, keyboard, modem, portable hard disk module, printer, and more. ® 2. RJ-11 Connector – The TransPort U1100 provides a built- in modem allowing connection to an RJ-11 telephone line through this connector.

  • Page 40: Left-Side View

    Preface Left-Side View 1. Optical Storage Device – A slim DVD Combo or Super Multi Drive is available in the Notebook, depending on the model you purchased. The optical device allows you to use the CD/DVD disc for installing software, accessing data and playing music/movie on the Notebook.

  • Page 41: Rear View

    Preface Rear View 1. Kensington Lock Hole – This is used to lock the ® TransPort U1100 for security. 2. Battery Pack (Rear View) – The battery pack supplies ® power to your TransPort U1100 when the adapter is not connected.

  • Page 42: Bottom View

    Preface Bottom View 1. Battery Lock/Unlock Button – Battery cannot be moved when the button is positioned on lock status. Once the button is pushed to unlock position, the battery is removable. 2. Ventilator – The ventilator is designed to cool the system. DO NOT block the ventilator for air circulation.
  • Page 43 Preface 3. Battery Release Button – It is a bounce-back device which releases the battery pack. Press it with one hand and pull the battery pack carefully with the other. ® 4. Battery Pack – Supplies power to your TransPort U1100 when the AC adapter is not connected.

  • Page 44: Power Management

    Preface Power Management ® Your TransPort U1100 includes Power Management options that can help the battery charge last longer and extend the life of the battery. Power-management options will slow down or shut off system components when the components are not being used. Power ®...

  • Page 45: Disconnecting The Ac Power

    Preface 3. Plug the DC end of the adapter to the Notebook, and the male end of the power cord to the electrical outlet. Disconnecting the AC Power 1. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet first. 2. Unplug the connector from the Notebook. 3.

  • Page 46: Releasing The Battery Pack

    Preface Releasing the Battery Pack You can purchase an extra battery pack from your MPC Sales Representative as a backup to the battery pack that came with your Notebook. To remove the battery pack: 1. Make sure the Notebook is turned off.

  • Page 47: Replacing The Battery Pack

    Preface Replacing the Battery Pack 1. Insert the right side of battery pack into the compartment. 2. Slightly slide and press the battery pack into the right place. 3. Align the right side of the battery into the right track, and then slightly press the left side of battery pack into the battery chamber.

  • Page 48: Using The Battery Pack

    Preface Using the Battery Pack Battery Safety Tips Replacing or handling the battery incorrectly may present a risk of fire or explosion, which could cause serious injury. Only replace the main battery pack with the same or equivalent type of battery. Do not disassemble, short-circuit or incinerate batteries or expose them to temperatures above +60°...

  • Page 49: Charging The Battery Pack

    Preface shorten the Suspend Timer’s time period. Turn off the system if you won’t be using it for a period of time. Disable unneeded settings or remove idle peripherals to conserve power. Connect an AC adapter to the system whenever possible. Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack can be recharged while it is installed in the Notebook.

  • Page 50: Using The Main System Battery Safely

    Preface Using the Main System Battery Safely Caution To avoid damage to your notebook, use only an MPC supplied or approved battery for your specific notebook model. Follow these guidelines to safely use the battery: Turn off your notebook and unplug it if you accidentally: Expose the equipment to liquid.

  • Page 51: Your Computer's Cmos Battery Care

    Preface Your Computer’s CMOS Battery Care CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor) is a semiconductor chip located on the motherboard, which is powered by a battery dedicated to supporting the CMOS, “CMOS Battery.” The CMOS stores information such as the system time and system settings for your computer.
  • Page 52 Preface If absolutely necessary, storing the notebook requires precautions to ensure the intended lifespan of the CMOS battery. Please take the following precautions: Do not store your notebook without use for longer than thirty days. Remove the main battery from the notebook. Plug in the AC Adapter and connect to an electrical outlet.

  • Page 53: Keyboard And Touchpad

    Preface Keyboard and Touchpad Keyboard The Notebook’s keyboard provides all the functions of a full-sized 86-key keyboard and an additional [Fn] key for specific functions on the Notebook. The keyboard can be divided into four categories: Typewriter keys, Cursor keys, Numeric keys and Function keys.

  • Page 54: Typewriter Keys

    Preface Typewriter Keys The function of these Typewriter keys is the major function of the keyboard, which is similar to the keys on a typewriter. It also provides several keys for special purposes, such as the [Ctrl], [Alt] and [Esc] key. When the lock keys are pressed, the corresponding LEDs will light up to indicate their status: Num Lock: Press and hold the [Fn] key and press this key to...

  • Page 55: Cursor Keys

    Preface Scroll Lock: Press and hold the [Fn] key and press this key to toggle the Scroll Lock on and off. Individual programs define this function and it is usually used under DOS. Cursor Keys The keyboard provides four cursor (arrow) keys and [Home], [PgUp], [PgDn], [End] keys at the lower right corner, which are used to control the cursor movement.
  • Page 56 Preface The backspace key, [Ins] and [Del] keys at upper right corner are use for editing purpose...

  • Page 57: Numeric Keys

    Preface Numeric Keys The keyboard provides a set of numeric keypad, which is embedded in the typewriter keys. When the Num Lock is activated, you can use these numeric keys to enter numbers and calculations.

  • Page 58: Function Keys

    Preface Function Keys Window Keys You can find the Windows Logo key ( ) and one Application Logo key ( ) on the keyboard, which are used to perform Windows-specific functions, such as opening the Start menu and launching the shortcut Windows manual or online help.
  • Page 59 Preface [Fn] Key...

  • Page 60: Touchpad

    Preface Touchpad The touchpad integrated in your Notebook is a pointing device that is compatible with standard mouse, allowing you to control the Notebook by pointing the location of the cursor on the screen and making selection with its two buttons. 1.

  • Page 61: Using The Touchpad

    Preface Using the Touchpad Positioning and Moving Place your finger on the touchpad (usually using the forefinger) and the rectangular pad will act as a miniature duplicate of your display. When you move your fingertip across the pad, the cursor on the screen will move simultaneously in the same direction.
  • Page 62 Preface Drag and Drop You can move files or objects in your Notebook by using drag-and-drop. To do so, place the cursor on the desired item and slightly tap twice on the touchpad, and then keep your fingertip in contact with the touchpad on the second tap.
  • Page 63 Preface Configuring the Touchpad You can customize the pointing device to meet your personal needs. For example, if you are a left-hand user, you may want to swap the functions of the two buttons. In addition, you can change the size, shape, moving speed, and other advanced features of the cursor on the screen.

  • Page 64: Windows Vista Business

    Preface Windows Vista™ Business The following sections in this chapter provide information on using the Windows Vista™ Business operating system. Desktop...

  • Page 65: Start Menu

    Preface Start Menu The Start Menu includes everything that is required to start Windows. From the Start Menu it is possible to run a program, open a file, assign system users with Control Panel, receive support by clicking Help and ®...

  • Page 66: Window

    Preface Window ® A window is the basic component in working with the TransPort U1100. ® The My Computer window, which is a window for the TransPort U1100’s hard drive, will be used as an example here to show the basic composition of a window.
  • Page 67 Preface Double click the hard drive (local disk) to view internal folders and files stored in it. If the contents do not appear, click Show Contents of this Folder. What is a drive? A drive is a storage device in which files and folders are saved and read.

  • Page 68: Tour

    Preface Tour You can tour elementary functions provided by Windows Vista™ Business. Click Start > Tour Windows Vista Business. Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > Tour Windows Vista Business. Click on the topics to find out about important functions of Windows Vista™...
  • Page 69 Preface Accessories...
  • Page 70 Preface Welcome Center For more detailed information on Windows Vista™, click on the Show more details link.
  • Page 71 Preface Welcome Center Advanced...

  • Page 72: Peripheral Devices

    Preface Peripheral Devices ® The I/O (input/output) ports on the TransPort U1100 allow you to connect peripheral devices. Connecting the Peripheral Devices Connecting the Mouse ® You can connect a mouse to your TransPort U1100 through the USB port. If your mouse requires a PS/2 connection, purchase a PS2/USB connector first.

  • Page 73: Connecting The Keyboard

    Preface ® 1. Turn on the TransPort U1100 and install the mouse driver. ® 2. Connect your mouse to the TransPort U1100. ® 3. The TransPort U1100 may auto detect your mouse driver and enable the mouse function. If there is no detection of your mouse you can manually enable the mouse by going to Start Menu Control Panel Add Hardware to add the new device.

  • Page 74: Connecting The Printer

    Preface 3. The Notebook may auto detect your WebCam driver and enable the WebCam function. If there is no detection of your WebCam, you can manually enable the WebCam by going to Start Menu Control Panel Add Hardware to add the new device. Connecting the Printer If your printer has a USB interface, you can then use the USB port on the ®...

  • Page 75: Connecting The Ieee 1394 Devices

    Preface ® 4. Turn on the TransPort U1100 and the monitor should respond default. If not, you can switch the display mode by pressing [Fn]+[F2]. Alternately, you can change the display mode by ® configuring the settings in Display Properties of Windows operating system.

  • Page 76: Connecting The Communication Devices

    Internet service provider (ISP) for help. Note: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication lone cord. Note: Install the modem driver included in the software CD of the TransPort U1100 to take full advantage of the modem feature.

  • Page 77: Express Pc Card Installation

    Preface Express PC Card Installation This computer provides an Express Card slot. The new Express Card interface is smaller and faster than PC Card interface. The Express Card technology takes advantage of the scalable, high-bandwidth serial PCI Express and USB 2.0 interfaces. The following instruction provides you with a basic installation for the Express Card, including how to install and remove it.

  • Page 78: Safely Remove Hardware

    Preface Safely Remove Hardware If you connect any peripheral device to your system, the Safely Remove Hardware icon ( ) will appear on the taskbar. Double-click the icon to bring up the Safely Remove Hardware dialog box. You can see all connected peripheral devices here.

  • Page 79: Bios Setup

    Preface BIOS Setup When to Use BIOS Setup? You may need to run the BIOS Setup when: An error message appears on the screen during the system booting and requests you to run SETUP. You want to change the default settings for customized features. You want to reload the default BIOS settings.

  • Page 80: Control Keys

    Preface Control Keys...

  • Page 81: Bios Setup Menu

    Preface BIOS Setup Menu Once you enter the BIOS Setup Utility, the Main menu will appear on the screen. The Main menu displays the system information, including the basic configuration. 1. Main Menu – Show System Overview information about BIOS version, CPU features, Memory size and setting of System Time and Date.

  • Page 82: Main Menu

    Preface 4. Security Menu – Install or clear Supervisor’s and User’s Password settings. 5. Exit Menu – Choose decided status before leaving the BIOS menu. Main Menu System Overview System Overview will show you BIOS version and other information about its build date and update notes, CPU type and speed, and system memory.
  • Page 83 Preface System Memory – This item details the information of System Memory. System Time – This item allows you to set the system time. The system clock will go on even if the PC is shut down or in sleep mode.

  • Page 84: Advanced Menu

    Preface Advanced Menu...
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  • Page 86: Advanced Settings

    Preface Advanced Settings Primary IDE Master/Slave – These two items display the types of the primary IDE master/slave devices installed in the ® TransPort U1100. Press [Enter] to bring up a window showing the detailed information of the device, including the device name, vendor, LBA mode, PIO mode, and more.
  • Page 87 Preface boot your system by a USB device, you should enable this function by selecting Enabled. ® Intel SpeedStep™ Tech – This item allows you to enable or disable Intel SpeedStep technology. When set to Disabled, the system always operates in a conserve power mode (the processor works at FSB400 or FSB533).

  • Page 88: Security Menu

    Preface Security Menu Security Settings Change Supervisor/User Password – when you select this function, a message box will appear on the screen as below: Type the password you want up to six characters in length and press [Enter]. The password typed now will replace any...
  • Page 89 Preface previously set password from CMOS memory. You may also press [ESC] to abort the selection and not enter a password. When the Supervisor Password is set, the new item User Access Level and Password Check will be added in the menu. You can make further settings of access right in the User Access Level item.

  • Page 90: Boot Menu

    Preface Boot Menu Quiet Boot – This item enables you to show the vendor logo on the boot-up screen. Screen options: Disabled or Enabled. The default setting is Enabled. , and 4 Boot Device – These four items allow you to set the sequence of boot devices where BIOS attempts to load the disk operating system.

  • Page 91: Exit Menu

    Preface Exit Menu Save Changes and Exit – Save the changes you have made and exit the utility. Discard Changes and Exit – Exit the utility without saving the changes you have made. Discard Changes – Abandon your changes and reload the previous configuration before running the utility.

  • Page 92: The Computer's Cmos Battery Care

    Preface The Computer’s CMOS Battery Care CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor) is a semiconductor chip located on the motherboard, which is powered by a battery dedicated to supporting the CMOS, “CMOS Battery.” The CMOS stores information such as the system time and system settings for your computer.
  • Page 93 Preface If absolutely necessary, storing the notebook requires precautions to ensure the intended lifespan of the CMOS battery. Please take the following precautions: Do not store your notebook without use for longer than thirty days. Remove the main battery from the notebook. Plug in the AC Adapter and connect to an electrical outlet.

  • Page 94: Regulatory Notices

    Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult MPC Support for help. Note: The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the...

  • Page 95: Wireless Lan Module Statement

    The user may find the following booklet helpful: "Something About Interference." This is available at FCC local regional offices. MPC is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modifications of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by our company.
  • Page 96 Preface This piece of equipment supports the Wi-Fi wireless LAN security standard, WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) and CCX (Cisco Compatible eXtensions). To connect to a wireless network consisting of the WPA and CCX certificates or PROSet may be required depending on the network settings.

  • Page 97: Product Specifications

    Preface Product Specifications Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG 802.11 Network Connection Item Detailed Specifications Dimensions 59.75 x 44.45 mm (wxh) Physical Specifications Operation Temperature: 0°C ~ 70°C Temperature and Humidity Humidity: less than 85% Power Power Saving 135 mW Specification Mode Receiving Mode .85 W Transmission 1.45 W...

  • Page 98: Radio Specifications

    Preface depending on the network settings. For information on the PROSet installation, ask your network administrator. Radio Specifications Item Detailed Specifications RF Band 2.4GHz and 5GHz range Support Channels allowed per country. Channels Device Transceiver Standard Output 5 mW Power Transmission 5GHz - 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6 Mbps Rate (Mbps)*...

  • Page 99: Electromagnetic Compatibility

    Canada: ICES-003 (Class B) FCC Radiation Exposure Statement The MPC Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card will be installed with an antenna that is integrated into the LCD screen. The radiated output power of the MPC Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.

  • Page 100: Fcc Part 68 Statement

    Preface FCC Part 68 Statement This equipment complies with part B of the FCC rules. On the back of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment.
  • Page 101 Preface The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advanced notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.

  • Page 102: Ctr21 Statement

    Preface any number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax machine, refer to your communications software user manual. CTR21 Statement The equipment has been approved in accordance with Council Decision 98/482/EC for pan-European single terminal connection to the public switched telephone network (PSTN).

  • Page 103: Class 1 Laser Product

    Preface B prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada. Class 1 Laser Product All systems equipped with CD or DVD drives comply with the appropriate safety standards, including IEC 825. The laser devices in these components are classified as “Class 1 Laser Products”...

  • Page 104: Power Cord Requirement

    Preface Warning: Never use any optical instruments in conjunction with this unit. To do so will greatly increase the hazard to your eyes. Labels Appearing on the Drives CAUTION - INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. Power Cord Requirement The power cord set (wall plug, cable, and AC adapter plug) you received with your notebook meets the requirements for use in the country where you purchased your equipment.

  • Page 105: Optical Disk Drive Notice

    Preface The power cord set must have a minimum current capacity of 7A and a nominal voltage rating of 125 or 250 volts AC, as required by each country's power system. The appliance coupler must meet the mechanical configuration of an EN 60 320/IEC 320 Standard Sheet C13 connector, for mating with appliance inlet on the notebook.

  • Page 106: Country-Specific Power Cord Set Requirements

    Preface Country-Specific Power Cord Set Requirements Country Accredited Applicable Note Agency Numbers Australia EANSW Austria Belgium CEBC Canada Denmark DEMKO Finland FIMKO France Germany Italy Japan KEMA Netherlands Norway NEMKO Sweden SEMKO Switzerland United Kingdom United States Notes: * Flexible cord must be [HAR] Type HO5VV-F, 3-conductor, 1.0 mm conductor size.

  • Page 107: Safety Approval

    Preface * * * Appliance coupler, flexible cord, and wall plug must bear a "T" mark and registration number in accordance with the Japanese Dentori Law. Flexible cord must be Type VCT or VCTF, 3-conductor, 0.75 mm conductor size. Wall plug must be a two-pole grounding type with a Japanese Industrial Standard C8303 (15 A, 125V) configuration.

  • Page 108: Safety Guideline For Using Lithium Battery

    Preface Safety Guideline for Using Lithium Battery...

  • Page 109: Weee Statement

    Preface WEEE Statement...
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