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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.
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.
Preface IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Follow basic safety precautions, including those listed below, to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons when using any electrical equipment: 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.
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 dam- aged.
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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.
Preface Power Safety The computer has specific power requirements: • Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer. • Your AC/DC adapter may be designed for international travel but it still requires a Power Safety steady, uninterrupted power supply. If you are unsure of your local power specifi- Warning cations, consult your service representative or local power company.
Preface Battery Precautions • Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the com- puter. • Do not remove any batteries from the computer while it is powered on. • Do not continue to use a battery that has been dropped, or that appears damaged (e.g. bent or twisted) in any way.
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Preface Contents Notice ................I Hot-Key Buttons & Keyboard ....... 1-10 FCC Statement ............II Function Keys ............1-11 Instructions for Care and Operation ..... IV System Map: Front & Rear Views ......1-12 Power Safety ............VI System Map: Left View ......... 1-13 Battery Precautions ..........VII System Map: Right View ........
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Preface TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse .......2-11 Battery Life ............3-9 Configuring the TouchPad and Buttons ....2-11 Recharging the Battery with the AC/DC Adapter 3-10 Audio Features ............2-12 Proper handling of the Battery Pack ....3-11 8 Channel Sound Support ........2-13 Battery FAQ ............3-12 Adding a Printer .............2-14 Swap Battery (Optional) ........
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Preface TouchPad (WinXP) ..........4-10 Large Disk Access Mode (Advanced Menu) ... 5-9 PCMCIA/Card Reader (WinXP) ......4-10 Local Bus IDE adapter (Advanced Menu) ....5-9 Hot-Key (WinXP) ..........4-11 Legacy USB Support (Advanced Menu) ....5-9 AutoMail (WinXP) ..........4-11 Summary Screen: (Advanced Menu) ....... 5-9 Wireless LAN .............4-12 Boot-time Diagnostic Screen: (Advanced Menu) ..
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Preface Intel WLAN Driver Installation ......7-3 Keyboard ..............8-12 Bluetooth Module .............7-4 Operation ............... 8-13 Bluetooth Driver Installation ........7-4 Modules ..............8-14 PC Camera ..............7-6 Interface (Ports & Jacks) Sertek PC Camera Driver Installation (WinXP) ...7-7 PC Camera Audio Setup ........7-8 Overview ..............
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Preface Serial Port ..............A-5 Keyboard & Pointing Device ........C-3 RJ-45 LAN Jack ............A-5 PCMCIA ..............C-3 USB 2.0/1.1 Ports ............A-6 Interface ..............C-4 Card Reader .............C-4 Intel Video Driver Controls Communication ............C-4 Power Management ..........C-4 Intel Video Driver Installation ........ B-1 Power ...............C-5 Dynamic Video Memory Technology .....
Quick Start Guide Chapter 1: Quick Start Guide Overview This Quick Start Guide is a brief introduction to the basic features of your computer, to navigating around the computer and to getting your system started. The remainder of the manual covers the following: •...
Quick Start Guide Model Differences This notebook series includes two different model types. The models differ slightly in design style including the LCD type, and the location of the card reader. See Figure 1 - 1 below and Table 1 - 1, on page 1 - 3 for an outline of the model differences.
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Quick Start Guide Feature Model A Model B 15.0” XGA (1024 * 768) TFT LCD Type 14.0” WXGA (1280 * 768) TFT 15.0” SXGA+ (1400 * 1050) TFT 4-in-1 Card Reader Location Left Side Front Hot-Key and Power Buttons Table 1 - 1 - Model Differences Overview 1 - 3...
Quick Start Guide Advanced Users If you are an advanced user you may skip over most of this Quick Start Guide. However you may find it useful to refer to “What to Install” on page 4 - “BIOS Utilities” on page 5 - 1 “Upgrading The Computer”...
Quick Start Guide Not Included Operating Systems (e.g. Windows XP) and applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet and database pro- grams) have their own manuals, so please consult the appropriate manuals. System Software Your computer may already come with system software pre-installed. Where this is not the case, or where you are re-configuring your computer for a different system, you will find this manual refers to the Microsoft Win- dows XP (Home &...
Quick Start Guide System Startup Remove all packing materials. Place the computer on a stable surface. Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the notebook (e.g. keyboard and mouse) to their ports. Attach the AC/DC adapter to the DC-In jack on the right of the computer, then plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter (Note: If you have included the Port Replicator in your purchase option see page 12).
Quick Start Guide System Map: Model A - Top View with LCD Panel Open Optional Built-In PC Camera Wireless Device LED Status Indicators Operation Aboard Hot-Key Buttons Aircraft Power Button Keyboard The use of any portable Built-In Microphone electronic transmission devices aboard aircraft is TouchPad and Buttons usually prohibited.
Quick Start Guide System Map: Model B - Top View with LCD Panel Open Optional Built-In PC Camera Wireless Device Speaker Operation Aboard LED Status Indicators Aircraft Hot-Key Buttons Power Button The use of any portable Keyboard electronic transmission TouchPad and Buttons devices aboard aircraft is usually prohibited.
Quick Start Guide LED Indicators Table 1 - 3 - LED Power & Communication Indicators The two sets of LED indicators (LED Status Indica- Icon Color Description tors and LED Power & Communication Indicators) Green The Computer is On on the computer display helpful information about the Blinking The Computer is in Standby current status of the computer.
Quick Start Guide Hot-Key Buttons & Keyboard The keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for easy numeric data input, and features Function Keys to These buttons give instant access to the default Inter- allow you to change operational features instantly (see net browser and e-mail program, and to a user-defined Figure 1 - application, with one quick button press.
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Quick Start Guide Function Keys To use the function keys, press and hold the Fn key, then press the appropriate function key (F3 - F12 etc.). Function Function Function Key Fn + F9 Increase LCD Brightness Fn + F3 Mute Toggle Fn + F10 PC Camera Power Toggle Fn + F4...
Quick Start Guide System Map: Front & Rear Views Figure 1 - 6 Model A Front & Rear Views LED Power & Communication Indicators Model B LCD Latch (Model A Only) 4-in-1 Card Reader (Model B Only) External Monitor Port S-Video-Out Port RJ-11 Phone Jack Security Lock Slot...
Quick Start Guide System Map: Left View Figure 1 - 7 Model A Left View RJ-45 LAN Jack Vent/Fan Intake 2 * USB 2.0 Ports S/PDIF-Out Jack Model B Line-In Jack Mini-IEEE 1394 Port PC Card Slot (see page 4-in-1 Card Reader (Model A Only) 4-in-1 Card Reader The card reader allows you to use the most popular digital storage card formats:...
Quick Start Guide System Map: Right View Figure 1 - 8 - Right View Headphone-Out Jack Microphone-In Jack 2 * USB 2.0 Ports Optical Device Drive Bay (for CD/ DVD Device - see page DC-In Jack Changing DVD Regional Codes Go to the Control Panel and double-click System >...
Quick Start Guide System Map: Bottom View Figure 1 - 9 - Bottom View Model A Vent/Fan Intake Battery Memory (RAM)/WLAN Module/CPU The CPU is not a user ser- Cover viceable part. Opening this Hard Disk Cover compartment, or access- ing the CPU in any way, may violate your warranty.
Quick Start Guide Windows XP Start Menu & Control Panel Most of the control panels, utilities and programs within Windows XP (and most other Windows versions) are accessed from the Start menu. When you install programs and utilities they will be installed on your hard disk drive, and a shortcut will usually be placed in the Start menu and/or the desktop.
Quick Start Guide Video Features Your computer will have built-in Intel (Intel GMA 900) on-board video. You can switch display devices, and configure display options, from the Display Properties control panel in Windows as long as the appropriate vid- eo driver is installed. For more detailed video information see “Intel Video Driver Controls”...
Quick Start Guide Display Devices & Options Besides the built-in LCD, you can also use an external VGA monitor (CRT)/external Flat Panel Display or TV as your display device. A VGA monitor/Flat Panel Display connects to the external monitor port, a TV to the S-Video-Out Port.
Quick Start Guide Power Management Features The Power Options control panel icon in Windows (see page 16) allows you to configure power management features for your computer. You may conserve power through individual components such as the monitor or hard disk (by means of Power Schemes), or you may use either Standby or Hibernate mode to conserve power throughout the system (enable Hibernate support from the control panel as pictured in Figure 1 -...
Features & Components Chapter 2: Features & Components Overview Read this chapter to learn more about the following main features and compo- nents of the computer: • Hard Disk Drive • Optical (CD/DVD) Device • 4-in-1 Card Reader • PC Card Slot •...
Features & Components Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive is used to store your data in the computer. The hard disk Power Safety can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" parallel (PATA) hard disk drives with a height of 9.5 mm. Before attempting to access any of the inter- The hard disk is accessible from the bottom of your computer as seen below.
Features & Components Optical (CD/DVD) Device There is a bay for a 5.25" optical (CD/DVD) device (12.7mm height). The ac- Sound Volume tual device will depend on the module you purchased (see “Storage” on Adjustment page C - 3). The optical device is usually labeled “Drive D:” and may be used as a boot device if properly set in the BIOS (see “Boot Menu”...
Features & Components 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 CDs/ CD Emergency Eject DVDs can be accessed. If you need to manually Note the following: eject a CD (e.g.
Features & Components DVD Regional Codes To change the DVD regional codes see “Changing DVD Regional Codes” on page 1 - DVD Regional Coding Table 2 - 1 Region Geographical Location DVD Regional Coding USA, Canada Western Europe, Japan, South Africa, Middle East &...
Features & Components 4-in-1 Card Reader The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards. Push Card Reader Cover the card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device, and can be ac- cessed in the same way as your hard disk (s).
Features & Components PC Card Slot The computer is equipped with a PCMCIA 3.3V/5V slot for one type II PC- PC Card Slot Cover MCIA CardBus PC Card Slot. Make sure you install the PCMCIA/Card Read- er Card driver (see “PCMCIA/Card Reader (WinXP)”...
Features & Components Auto Mail Checker After you have installed the driver for the Auto Mail Checker program (see “AutoMail (WinXP)” on page 4 - 11) 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.
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Features & Components 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.
Features & Components Application Hot-Key The hot-key buttons give instant access to the default Internet browser and e- Application.exe mail program, and to a user-defined application, with one quick button press. To configure a program to open when the application hot-key is pressed You will need to locate the actual application...
Features & Components TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse The TouchPad is an alternative to the mouse; however, you can also add a Mouse Driver mouse to your computer through one of the USB ports. The TouchPad buttons function in much the same way as a two-button mouse. The central button may If you are using an ex- be configured to function as you require.
Features & Components Audio Features You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sounds and Sound Volume Audio Devices Windows control panel, or from the Sound Effect Man- Adjustment ager icon in the taskbar/control panel (this will bring up the Realtek Audio How high the sound Configuration menus).
Features & Components 8 Channel Sound Support If you wish to configure your system for 8 channel sound support, then the fol- lowing ports should be used as outputs. Double-click the appropriate icon (e.g. ) to bring up the “Connected device:” dialog box to configure the output port.
Features & Components Adding a Printer The most commonly used peripheral is a printer. The following conventions Parallel Printer will help you to add a printer, however it is always best to refer to the printer manual for specific instructions and configuration options. After setting up the printer attach the paral- lel cable to the printer.
Power Management Chapter 3: Power Management OS Note Overview Power management To conserve power, especially when using the battery, your computer uses the functions will vary ACPI power management system. Power management conserves power by slightly depending on controlling individual components of the computer (the monitor and hard disk your operating system.
Power Management The Power Sources The computer can be powered by either an AC/DC adapter or a battery pack. Port Replicator AC/ DC Adapter AC/DC Adapter You will be provided Use only the AC/DC adapter that comes with your computer. The wrong type with a 90W AC/DC of AC/DC adapter will damage the computer and its components.
Power Management Turning on the Computer Now you are ready to begin using your computer. To turn it on simply press Shutdown the power button on the front panel. Note that you should always shut your com- When the computer is on, you can use the power button as a Standby/Hiber- puter down by choos- nate/Shutdown hot-key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds Turn...
Power Management Power Schemes You can set your computer to conserve power through individual components Resuming by means of Power Schemes. You can also adjust the settings for each Operation scheme to set the monitor to turn off after a specified time, and the computer's The system can re- hard disk motor to turn off if the hard disk drive has not been accessed for a sume from Monitor or...
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Power Management Each Windows Power Scheme will also adjust the processor performance of your machine in order to save power. This is worth bearing in mind if you are experiencing any reduced performance (especially under DC/battery power). Choose the Home/Office Desk scheme for maximum performance when the computer is powered from an AC power source.
Power Management System Power Options You can use the system power options to stop the computer’s operation and restart where you left off. This system features Standby and Hibernate sleep mode levels (Hibernate mode will need to be enabled by clicking the option in the Hibernate tab in the Power Options control panel - Figure 3 - 2 on page 3 -...
Power Management 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- The system can resume ry.
Power Management Configuring the Power Button The power button may be set to send the computer in to either Standby or Hi- bernate mode (Figure 3 - 3). In Standby mode, the LED will flash green. In Hibernate mode the LED will be off (battery) or orange (AC/DC adapter).
Power Management Battery Information Please follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery. Low Battery New Battery Warning Always completely discharge, then fully charge, a new battery (see “Battery When the battery is FAQ” on page 3 - 12 for instructions on how to do this).
Power Management Battery life may be shortened through improper maintenance. To optimize the life and improve its performance, fully discharge and recharge the battery at least once every 30 days. Conserving Battery Power We recommend that you do not remove the battery yourself. If you do need to remove the battery for any reason see “Removing the Battery”...
Power Management Proper handling of the Battery Pack • DO NOT disassemble the battery pack under any circumstances • DO NOT expose the battery to fire or high temperatures, it may explode • DO NOT connect the metal terminals (+, -) to each other Damaged Battery Warning Should you notice any physical defects (e.g.
Power Management Battery FAQ How do I completely discharge the battery? Use the computer with battery power until it shuts down due to a low battery. Caution Don’t turn off the computer by yourself even when you see a message that in- Danger of explosion if dicates the battery is critically low, just let the computer use up all of the bat- battery is incorrectly...
Power Management Swap Battery (Optional) If you have included the optional swap battery in your purchase option (avail- able as a an option for Model A computers only), it will allow you to change batteries on your computer without having to shut the computer down. The swap battery’s total operational time is about three minutes, however the swap battery life is dependent upon many factors, including the programs you are running, and peripheral devices attached.
Drivers & Utilities Chapter 4: Drivers & Utilities What to Install This chapter deals with installing the drivers and utilities essential to the operation or improvement The Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual of some of the computer’s subsystems. The system CD-ROM contains the drivers and utilities neces- takes advantage of some newer hardware compo- sary for the proper operation of the computer.
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Drivers & Utilities Navigate (Browse..) to D: You will notice that many of the instructions for driver installation require you to “Navigate (Browse) to D:”. We assume that you will install all drivers and utilities from the built-in CD device and it is assigned to “Drive D:”.
Drivers & Utilities Service Packs Check the warnings on the following pages regard- ing installation of the appropriate Service Pack for Windows XP Service Pack 2 your Windows OS. Make sure you have installed Make sure you install Windows XP Service Pack 2 the appropriate Service Pack before installing all (or a Windows XP version which includes Service the drivers.
Drivers & Utilities Authorized Driver Message Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers If you receive a message telling you that the driver you are installing is not authorized (Digital Signa- If you wish to update/reinstall individual drivers it ture Not Found), just click Yes or Continue Any- may be necessary to uninstall the original driver.To way to ignore the message and continue the do this go to the Control Panel in the Windows OS...
Drivers & Utilities Driver Installation Check the driver installation order from Table 4 - 1 on page 4 - 6 (the drivers must be installed Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Man- in this order) which is the same as that listed in ual CD-ROM and click Install WinXP Drivers the Drivers Installer menu below.
Drivers & Utilities Driver Installation Procedure WinXP SP2 Driver Page # This section covers driver and utility installation in- structions for Windows XP Home & Professional. Install the appropriate Service Pack for WinXP Page 4 - 3 Chipset Page 4 - 8 New Hardware Found Video Page 4 - 8...
Drivers & Utilities Manual Driver Installation New Hardware Found If you wish to install the drivers manually, click the If you see the message “New Hardware Found” Exit button to quit the Drivers Installer applica- (Found New Hardware Wizard) during the in- tion, then follow the manual installation procedure stallation procedure (other than when outlined in for each driver.
Drivers & Utilities LAN (WinXP) Modem (WinXP) 1. Click 4.Install LAN Driver > Yes from the 1. Click 5.Install Modem Driver > Yes from Drivers Installer menu. the Drivers Installer menu. Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\LAN\Setup.exe (Browse...) to and click OK.
Drivers & Utilities Hot-Key (WinXP) AutoMail (WinXP) 1. Click 8.Install Hotkey Utility > Yes from The AutoMail Driver must be installed manually as per the instructions below: the Drivers Installer menu. 1. Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate (Browse..) to (Browse..) to D:\Drivers\AUTOMAIL\SETUP.EXE and...
Drivers & Utilities Wireless LAN PC Camera See the introduction in “Intel PRO/Wireless Mini- See install procedure in “Sertek PC Camera Driver PCI WLAN Module” on page 7 - 2, and check the Installation (WinXP)” on page 7 - install procedure for your appropriate module and Port Replicator operating system.
BIOS Utilities Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities BIOS Settings Overview 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 Setup and restore the Configuration: The Setup utility Setup Defaults with If your computer has never been set up, or you are making important changes...
BIOS Utilities The Power-On Self Test (POST) Each time you turn on the computer, the system takes a few seconds to con- POST Screen duct a POST, including a quick test of the on-board RAM (memory). 1.BIOS information As the POST proceeds, the computer will tell you if there is anything wrong. 2.CPU type If there is a problem that prevents the system from booting, it will display a 3.Memory status...
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.
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 for a...
BIOS Utilities Setup Screens The following pages contain additional advice on portions of the Setup. Setup Menus Along the top of the screen is a menu bar with five (5) menu headings. When Setup menus you select a heading, a new screen appears. Scroll through the features listed shown in this section on each screen to make changes to Setup.
BIOS Utilities Main Menu PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Figure 5 - 2 Main Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Main Menu Item Specific Help System Time: [22:11:05] System Date: [05/02/2005] IDE Channel 0 Master [30006MB] <Tab>, <Shift Tab>, or IDE Channel 0 Slave [CD-ROM] <Enter>...
BIOS Utilities IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave (Main Menu) Pressing Enter opens the sub-menu to show the configuration of either a CD Device or HDD that on the computer’s IDE Channel 0. Use the Auto (Type:) setting to have the items configured automatically for you. System/Extended Memory (Main Menu) This item contain information on the system memory, and is not user config- urable.
BIOS Utilities Advanced Menu Figure 5 - 3 PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Advanced Menu Main Advanced Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Installed O/S: [WinXP] Select options for Reset Configuration Data: [No] Advanced Chipset Large Disk Access Mode: [DOS] features. Local Bus IDE adapter: [Primary] Legacy USB Support:...
BIOS Utilities Reset Configuration Data (Advanced Menu) This item is set to No as default. You can change the setting to Yes if you have installed a new add-on which has reconfigured the system, resulting in such a serious system conflict that the operating system is unable to boot. Large Disk Access Mode (Advanced Menu) Select “Other”...
BIOS Utilities Security Menu Figure 5 - 4 PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Menu Main Advanced Security Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Supervisor Password Is: Clear User Password Is: Clear Supervisor Password Set Supervisor Password [E E nter] controls access to the Set User Password [Enter] setup utility.
BIOS Utilities Set User Password (Security Menu) You can set a password for user mode access to the Setup utility. This will not affect access to the computer OS, (only the Setup utility) unless you Password Warning choose to set a Password on Boot (see below). Many menu items in the Setup If you set a boot pass- utility cannot be modified in user mode.
BIOS Utilities Boot Menu PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Figure 5 - 5 Main Advanced Security Exit Boot Boot Menu Item Specific Help Boot priority order: USB FDC: Keys used to view or IDE 1: TSSTcorpCD/DVDW TS-L532A- configure devices: IDE 0: TOSHIBA MK3025GAS-(PM) Up and Down arrows select a device.
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BIOS Utilities Boot devices usually are hard drives, floppy drives, and CD-ROMs/DVD- ROMs and Networks (LANs). 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 home computers come with an operating system already installed on “Drive C:”.
BIOS Utilities Exit Menu PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Figure 5 - 6 Exit Menu Main Advanced Security Boot Exit 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...
Upgrading The Computer Chapter 6: Upgrading The Computer Overview This chapter contains information on upgrading the computer. Follow the Warranty Warning 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 Please check with your begin you will need: service representative...
Upgrading The Computer When Not to Upgrade These procedures involve opening the system’s case, adding and sometimes replacing parts. Power Safety Warning You should not perform any of these upgrades if: Before you undertake any upgrade proce- • Your system is still under warranty or a service contract dures, make sure that you have turned off the •...
Upgrading The Computer Removing the Battery If you are confident in undertaking upgrade procedures yourself, for safety Warranty Warning reasons it is best to remove the battery. Please check with your Turn the computer off, and turn it over. service representative Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow, and hold it in place.
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Upgrading The Computer Lift the battery out in the direction of the arrow Figure 6 - 2 Battery Up Lift the battery out. Figure 6 - 3 Battery Out 6 - 4 Removing the Battery...
Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" parallel (PA- HDD System TA) hard disk drives with a height of 9.5mm (h) (see “Storage” on page C - Warning 3).
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Upgrading The Computer For Model A computers (see overleaf for Model B): Slide the hard disk and cover assembly in the direction of arrow Lift the hard disk and cover assembly up in the direction of arrow Remove the hard disk and cover assembly Remove the 4 screws to release the hard disk from the assembly cover, and reverse the process to install any new hard disk.
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Upgrading The Computer For Model B computers: Pull the tab to slide the hard disk and case assembly in the direction of arrow Lift the hard disk and case assembly out of the bay in the direction of arrow Remove screws to release the hard disk from the case , and...
Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Optical (CD/DVD) Device Turn off the computer, and turn it over and remove the battery. Locate the memory bay cover and remove screws (Model A)/ (Model B). Remove the bay cover Use a screwdriver to carefully push out the optical device at point Reverse the process to install the new device.
Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the System Memory (RAM) The computer has two memory sockets for 200 pin Small Outline Dual In-line (SO-DIMM) DDRII (DDR2) type memory modules (see “Memory” on page C - 2 for details of supported module types). The total memory size is automatically detected by the POST routine once you turn on your computer.
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Upgrading The Computer Remove the bay cover Figure 6 - 9 RAM Cover Removed Contact Warning Be careful not to touch Gently pull the two release latches on the sides of the memory socket in the the metal pins on the direction indicated by the arrows ( &...
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Upgrading The Computer The RAM module will pop-up, and you can remove it. Figure 6 - 11 RAM Removal Pull the latches to release the second module if necessary. Insert a new module holding it at about a 30° angle and fit the connectors firmly into the memory slot.
Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Processor If you want to upgrade your computer by replacing the existing processor with Warranty a faster/new one you will need to contact your customer service representa- tive. We recommend that you do not do this yourself, since if it is done incor- The CPU is not a user serviceable part.
Modules & Options Chapter 7: Modules & Options Wireless Device Overview Operation Aboard Aircraft This chapter contains the information on the WLAN, Bluetooth, PC Camera and Port Replicator modules which may come with your computer, depend- The use of any porta- ing on the configuration purchased.
Modules & Options Intel PRO/Wireless Mini-PCI WLAN Module If you have included an Intel PRO/Wireless 2915ABG (802.11a/b/g) Mini- Wireless Device PCI WLAN module in your purchase option, you will have the appropriate Operation Aboard software CD provided for your module. Aircraft The use of any portable Before installing the Intel PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Mini-PCI WLAN driv-...
Modules & Options Intel WLAN Driver Installation 1. Make sure the module is powered on, then insert the Intel PROSet/ Wireless CD-ROM into the CD/DVD drive. User Guide 2. Click Install Software (button). You can view the User 3. Click the button to accept the license and click Next > Next > OK. Guides by inserting the 4.
Modules & Options Bluetooth Module If you have included an Bluetooth module in your purchase option, you will Wireless Device have the appropriate software CD provided for your module. Operation Aboard Aircraft Before installing the Bluetooth driver, make sure that the optional Bluetooth The use of any portable module is on (the LED will be orange).
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Modules & Options User Guide View the BlueSoleil User Guides from the Help Menu (or press the F1 key) in the IVT Corporation BlueSo- leil - Main Window control panel. Click BlueSoleil User Guides in the Con- tents tab, and click to select the appropriate User Guide from the panel on the right.
Modules & Options PC Camera If you have included an PC Camera module in your purchase option, you will Taking Still have the appropriate software CD provided for your module. Pictures Before installing the PC Camera driver, make sure that the optional PC Cam- Double-click the My era is on.
Modules & Options Sertek PC Camera Driver Installation (WinXP) 1. Press the Fn + F10 key combination to power on the PC Camera module (click Cancel if you see a “New Hardware Found” message) . 2. Insert the PC Camera CD-ROM into the CD/DVD drive. 3.
Modules & Options PC Camera Audio Setup If you wish to capture video & audio with your camera, it is necessary to setup the audio recording options in Windows. Go to the Start menu and point to Settings (or just click Control Panel) and click Control Panel, then double-click the Sounds &...
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Modules & Options Figure 7 - 4 Audio Setup (Windows XP) PC Camera 7 - 9...
Modules & Options BisonCap BisonCap is a video viewer useful for general purpose video viewing and test- ing, and can capture video files to .avi format. Pre-Allocating File Space Run the BisonCap program from the Start > Programs/All Programs > You may pre-allocate BisonCam menu (it is recommended that you set the capture file before the file size for the cap-...
Modules & Options Eliminating Screen Flicker If you find that the video screen in the BisonCap program is flickering, you can try to adjust the setting in the Video Capture Filter options. Run the BisonCap program. Go to Options and scroll down to select “Video Capture Filter...”. Click either 50Hz or 60Hz under Frequency in Property Page (tab).
Modules & Options Port Replicator If you have included the Port Replicator in your purchase option, the device Port Replicator will allow you to easily attach the notebook to standard, non-portable devices AC/DC Adapter e.g. a printer or monitor. Note the sidebar warning on the power supply. You will be provided with a 90W AC/DC You will be provided with a CD including drivers for the serial (COM) port,...
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Modules & Options Port Replicator Setup Instructions: Turn the computer OFF. Attach the Port Replicator’s external monitor cable to the external monitor port on the rear of the computer. Attach the Port Replicator’s power cable to the DC-In jack on the right of the computer.
Modules & Options Port Replicator Serial (COM) Port Driver (WinXP) 1. Insert the provided Port Replicator CD into the computer’s CD/DVD drive. 2. Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate (Browse...) to D:\PL-2303 Driver Installer\PL-2303 Driver Installer.exe and click OK. 3.
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Modules & Options 6. Click "+" next to Other devices (if its sub-menu items are not shown). 7. Double-click AX88772 and click Driver (tab). 8. Click Update Driver (button). 9. Select “No, not this time” then click Next. 10. When the Hardware Update Wizard appears, click “Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)”...
Troubleshooting Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Overview Should you have any problems with your computer, before consulting your service representative, 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 answer in these pages, make sure you have followed the instructions carefully and observed the safety precautions in the preface.
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.
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. in a CD wallet.
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.
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. • Don’t open your computer or undertake any repair or upgrade work if you are not comfortable with what you are doing.
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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. •...
Troubleshooting Power Problem Possible Cause - Solution You turned on the power Battery missing / incorrectly installed. Check the battery bay, make sure the battery is but it doesn’t work. present and seated properly (the design of the battery only allows it to go in one way). Make sure there’s nothing interfering with the battery contacts.
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The computer feels too Make sure the computer is properly ventilated and the Vent/Fan intakes are not blocked. If hot. this doesn’t cool it down, put the system into Hibernate mode or turn it off for an hour. Make sure the computer isn’t sitting on a thermal surface (see “Overheating”...
Troubleshooting Display Problem Possible Cause - Solution Nothing appears The system is in a power saving mode. Toggle the sleep/resume key combination, Fn + F4 screen. (see “Sleep Button” on page 3 - The screen controls need to be adjusted. Toggle the screen control key combinations Fn + F8/F9.
Troubleshooting Boot Password Problem Possible Cause - Solution forget boot If you forget the password, you may have to discharge the battery of the CMOS. Contact password. your service representative for help. Password Warning If you choose to set a boot password, NEVER forget your password. The consequences of this could be serious. If you cannot remember your boot password you must contact your vendor and you may lose all of the information on your hard disk.
Troubleshooting Audio & CD Device Problem Possible Cause - Solution The sound cannot be The volume might be set too low. Check the volume control in the Volume Control Panel heard or the volume is in the Windows taskbar, or use the key combination Fn + F5 and F6 (see “Audio very low.
Troubleshooting Keyboard Problem Possible Cause - Solution Unwelcome numbers If the LED is lit, then Num Lock is turned ON. (see “LED Indicators” on page 1 - appear when typing. Other Keyboards If your keyboard is damaged or you just want to make a change, you can use any standard USB keyboard. The system will detect and enable it automatically.
Troubleshooting Operation Problem Possible Cause - Solution The system freezes or The system’s power saving features have timed-out. Use the AC/DC adapter, press the the screen goes dark. sleep (Fn + F4) key combination, or press the power button if no LEDs are lit. The system never goes Power Options features are not enabled.
Troubleshooting Modules Problem Possible Cause - Solution Wireless LAN/ The modules are off. Check the LED indicator to see if the WLAN/Bluetooth module is Bluetooth modules on or off (see “LED Indicators” on page 1 - 9). If the LED indicator is off, then press the cannot be detected.
Interface (Ports & Jacks) Appendix A: Interface (Ports & Jacks) Overview The following chapter will give a quick description of the interface (ports & jacks) which allow your com- puter to communicate with external devices, connect to the internet etc. Interface (Ports &...
Interface (Ports & Jacks) Notebook Ports and Jacks Item Description Built-In Microphone The built-in microphone allows you to record on your computer Card Reader Port The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards. Push the card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device.
Interface (Ports & Jacks) Item Description Microphone-In Jack Plug an external microphone in to this jack to record on your computer. Mini-IEEE 1394 Port This port allows a high-speed connection to various peripheral devices, e.g. external disk drives and digital cameras (see note below). Mini-IEEE 1394 Port The Mini-IEEE 1394 port only supports SELF POWERED IEEE 1394 devices.
Interface (Ports & Jacks) Item Description S/PDIF-Out Jack This S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface Format) Out Jack allows you to connect your DVD-capable PC to a Dolby AC-3 compatible receiver for “5.1” or ‘dts’ surround sound. S-Video-Out Port Connect your television to your computer and view DVDs, VCDs or anything else your computer can display.
Interface (Ports & Jacks) Optional Port Replicator Ports and Jacks Item Description DC-In Jack Plug the supplied AC/DC adapter into this jack to power your computer. External Monitor (VGA) This port allows you to connect an external monitor, or Flat Panel Display, to get dual video Port or simultaneous display on the LCD and external monitor/FPD (see “Display Devices”...
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Interface (Ports & Jacks) Item Description USB 2.0/1.1 Ports These USB 2.0 compatible ports (USB 2.0 is fully USB 1.1 compliant) are for low-speed peripherals such as keyboards, mice or scanners, and for high-speed peripherals such as external HDDs, digital video cameras or high-speed scanners etc. Devices can be plugged into the computer, and unplugged from the computer, without the need to turn the system off (if the power rating of your USB device is 500mA or above, make sure you use the power supply which comes with the device).
Intel Video Driver Controls Appendix B: Intel Video Driver Controls The basic settings for configuring the LCD are outlined in “Video Features” on page 1 - Intel Video Driver Installation Make sure you install all the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 - 1, on page 4 - 6.
Intel Video Driver Controls Dynamic Video Memory Technology ® Intel DVMT 3.0 automatically and dynamically allocates as much (up to DVMT Notes 128MB) system memory (RAM) as needed to the video system (the video driver must be installed - see page 1).
Intel Video Driver Controls Intel Graphics Properties More advanced video configuration options are provided by the Intel(R) Taskbar Icon Graphics Media Accelerator Driver. You can also access Open Display Properties (see “Video Features” on page 1 - 17). the controller proper- Click the Intel(R)...
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Intel Video Driver Controls You may make changes to the Devices, Color, Schemes, Hot Keys by clicking the appropriate tab and adjusting the setting, then clicking OK. The Informa- tion and Open GL tabs display useful information about the graphics proper- Intel Graphics ties of the computer, and the Support item in the Information tab has weblinks Properties...
Intel Video Driver Controls Schemes Use Schemes to configure quick settings for applications which require spe- cific resolution and color settings in order to run properly e.g. games, multi- Application.exe media programs. To set the schemes: You will need to locate the actual application Go to the Graphics Properties control panel (see “Intel Graphics Proper-...
Intel Video Driver Controls Display Devices Besides the built-in LCD, you can also use an external monitor/flat panel dis- Function Key play or TV as your display device. The following are the display options: Combination You can use the Fn + The built-in LCD.
Intel Video Driver Controls Attaching Other Displays If you prefer to use a monitor or flat panel display, connect it to the external Intel Display Note monitor port on the left of the computer. Note that the monitor is Attach your external monitor to the external monitor port, and turn it on. the default Primary dis- Go to the Graphics Properties control panel (see “Intel Graphics...
Intel Video Driver Controls Display Modes Single Display Function Key Combination Only one of your attached displays is used. You can use the Fn + Intel(R) Dual Display Clone F7 key combination to toggle through the dis- This mode will drive multiple displays with the same content. Each device play options: may be configured independently for different resolutions, refresh rates, color quality etc.
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Intel Video Driver Controls To Enable Intel(R) Dual Display Clone Mode Attach your external monitor to the external monitor port (or TV to the S- Video-Out Port), and turn it on. Go to the Graphics Properties control panel (see “Intel Graphics Properties”...
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Intel Video Driver Controls To Enable Extended Desktop Mode: Attach your external monitor to the external monitor port (or TV to the S- Video-Out Port), and turn it on. Display Settings Go to the Graphics Properties control panel (see “Intel Graphics Extended Desktop Properties”...
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Intel Video Driver Controls To Enable Extended Desktop (Display Properties) Attach your external monitor to the external monitor port (or TV to the S- Video-Out Port), and turn it on. Display Settings Click Start, point to Settings (or click Control Panel) and click Control Extended Desktop Panel (if you are in Category View choose Appearance and Themes).
Intel Video Driver Controls TV Settings If you are using a TV as a display device you may adjust the settings as fol- Function Key lows: Combination Attach your TV to the S-Video-Out Port and turn it on. You can use the Fn + Go to the Graphics Properties control panel (see “Intel Graphics F7 key combination to...
Specifications Appendix C: Specifications Latest Specification Information The specifications listed in this Appendix are correct at the time of going to press. Certain items (particularly pro- cessor types/speeds and CD/DVD device types) may be changed or updated due to the manufacturer's release schedule.
Specifications Feature Specification Video Adapter Intel 915GM Integration Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 900 (Intel® GMA 900) Dynamic Video Memory Technology DVMT 3.0 - Supports up to 128MB of Video Memory (dynamically allocated from system memory where needed) Supports Analog Monitor Pixel Resolution up to 1600 * 1200 at 85Hz Integrated High Quality 3D Graphics Engine Accelerator Storage One Changeable 12.7mm(h) Optical Device (CD/DVD) Type Drive (see...
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Specifications Feature Specification Interface Four USB 2.0 Ports One RJ-11 Jack for Plug & Play Fax/Modem One External Monitor Port One RJ-45 Jack for 10Mb/ 100Mb/ 1000Mb One Headphone-Out Jack Fast Ethernet One Microphone-In Jack One Mini-IEEE 1394 Port One Line-In Jack One S-Video-Out Port (supports HDTV) One S/PDIF Output Jack One DC-in Jack...
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