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  • Page 2 User Manual eBuddy version 3.1 EarthWalk Communications, Inc. 2/4/00...
  • Page 3 We reserve the right to revise this document or make changes in the specifications of the product described therein at any time without notice and without obligation to notify any person of such revision or change. © 1999, EarthWalk Communications, Inc. eBuddy User Manual -ii- 2/4/00...
  • Page 4 Notice 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 res- idential installation.
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  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1: Introducing the eBuddy ..........1 Using this manual ..............2 Manual organization............2 Precautionary symbols............. 2 Unpacking your eBuddy............3 Optional accessories............3 LCD protective covering........... 3 Sales and technical support..........4 Safety and operating precautions ......... 5 Setting up your eBuddy............
  • Page 7 Contents Internal modem ..............30 Installing the modem telephone cord ......30 Removing a modem telephone cord ......30 Using the serial and parallel ports........33 Serial port............... 33 Parallel port..............33 Connecting an external monitor .......... 34 Using the external CD-ROM drive ........35 Connecting the external CD-ROM drive ......
  • Page 8 Contents CD-ROM driver ..............55 System Software..............56 PC_Cillin 98 ..............56 Suspend to disk ............. 56 5: BIOS setup ..............57 Using the BIOS/CMOS setup utility ........58 CMOS setup utility – function summary......60 Standard CMOS setup............62 BIOS features setup............63 Chipset features setup ............
  • Page 9 Contents eBuddy User Manual -viii- 2/4/00...

  • Page 10: 1: Introducing The Ebuddy

    Your eBuddy provides you with enormous computing power in an ultra- compact package. The eBuddy 3.1 has been designed to function as part of EarthWalk’s NetWize system. You eBuddy includes a built-in integrated wireless card and antenna to allow it to communicate with the NetWize SmartCart in a mobile classroom scenario.

  • Page 11: Using This Manual

    Chapter 1: Introducing the eBuddy Using this manual If you are familiar with PC computers and the Windows Operating System, you will find yourself right at home with the eBuddy. Nonetheless, we recommend that you leaf through this manual before using the eBuddy to familiarize your- self with the computer’s functions and unique capabilities, the included periph- eral devices, hardware, and software features.

  • Page 12: Unpacking Your Ebuddy

    ❑ computer carrying case ❑ eBuddy user manual Optional accessories The following accessories are optional and available from EarthWalk (contact your sales representative or email EarthWalk at sales@earthwalk.com): ❑ external floppy disk drive ❑ cable for external floppy disk drive ❑...

  • Page 13: Sales And Technical Support

    Chapter 1: Introducing the eBuddy Sales and technical support For technical support with your eBuddy, contact EarthWalk at: support@earthwalk.com or visit our web site at: http://www.earthwalk.com To purchase optional accessories and supplies, or to obtain replacement battery packs, contact your sales representative, or contact EarthWalk at: sales@earthwalk.com...

  • Page 14: Safety And Operating Precautions

    ❑ Do not allow foreign objects to fall into the eBuddy when the case is open. ❑ If your computer is malfunctioning, contact EarthWalk for assistance. Do not try to repair the unit yourself. ❑ Be careful not to cut the surface of the LCD display. It contains a liquid that can irritate the skin.

  • Page 15: Setting Up Your Ebuddy

    Chapter 1: Introducing the eBuddy Setting up your eBuddy When setting up and operating your eBuddy, we recommend the following pre- cautions: • Always place the eBuddy on a flat table or other level surface. • Keep the eBuddy and its accessories away from dust, water, and heat sources.
  • Page 16 Setting up your eBuddy LCD screen Speaker Microphone Speaker DC power in Pointing stick Stylus (mouse) buttons Pointing stick Integrated wireless card LED indicators Power switch Charge LED Li-Ion battery pack Modem phone jack Power LED Figure 1-1. The eBuddy and its components eBuddy User Manual 2/4/00...
  • Page 17 Chapter 1: Introducing the eBuddy Figure 1-2. AC adapter and power cord Figure 1-3. Opening the LCD panel uid comes into contact with your body, wash with soap and water and avoid further contact. eBuddy User Manual 2/4/00...

  • Page 18: Turning On The Power

    Setting up your eBuddy Turning on the power To turn on the power to your eBuddy: 1. Open the LCD panel and locate the power button at the top of the keyboard (see Figure 1-4). 2. Press the power button to turn on the eBuddy. 3.
  • Page 19 Chapter 1: Introducing the eBuddy Power on Power off Figure 1-4. Turning the power on and off eBuddy User Manual -10- 2/4/00...

  • Page 20: Using The Ebuddy's Keyboard

    Using the eBuddy’s keyboard Using the eBuddy’s keyboard Your eBuddy’s keyboard provides surprising comfort and ease of use, despite the small footprint. This section describes the keyboard and pointing stick of your eBuddy and explains how to use them to control the system hardware and software.

  • Page 21: Key Definitions

    Chapter 1: Introducing the eBuddy Key definitions It is important for you to be familiar with the use of the following keys on your eBuddy. Many of the keys may be familiar to you, however some keys have functions specific to the eBuddy. Definition Num Lock The Num Lock key...

  • Page 22: Key Definition

    Using the eBuddy’s keyboard Definition Function (Fn) Use the Function key in combination with other keys (simi- lar to Shift and Ctrl) to actuate special software and eBuddy hardware functions. See “Key combinations” on page 15 for more information on the use of this key. Backspace Press the Backspace key to delete the character to the left of the cursor.
  • Page 23 Chapter 1: Introducing the eBuddy Definition Enter Press the Enter key to execute commands, create a hard return, or other functions specific to the software you are using. Pause Press the Pause key to temporarily disable screen output. Press any other key to resume output. Ctrl Hold down the Ctrl key while pressing other keys to activate special functions and features according to the software you...

  • Page 24: Key Combinations

    Using the eBuddy’s keyboard Key combinations The following key combinations have special functions as described below: Key combination Definition F11 key This key combination simulates the F11 key used by some software programs. F12 key This key combination simulates the F12 key used by some software programs.

  • Page 25: Key Combination

    Chapter 1: Introducing the eBuddy Key combination Definition Backlit brightness increase Press this key combination to increase the brightness of the backlit LCD screen. Reduce SCC display contrast Press this key combination to reduce the con- trast in your eBuddy Super Clear Color (SCC) display.

  • Page 26: Pointing Stick

    Using the eBuddy’s keyboard Key combination Definition Implement suspend to disk mode This key combination implements suspend to disk. The eBuddy will “sleep” to save power, resuming normal functionality when you press any other key. The system can also be placed in sleep mode by closing the LCD panel.
  • Page 27 Chapter 1: Introducing the eBuddy You can connect an external pointing device, such as a mouse or trackball, to your eBuddy using the COM port or USB port (see “Ports” on page 20). You must use the BIOS setup program to configure your BIOS as discussed in “BIOS features setup”...

  • Page 28: Led Indicators

    LED indicators LED indicators LED indicators, located above the keyboard, provide the following informa- tion: Icon Meaning Power/Battery low This LED displays a green light when the system is using power from the AC adapter, or when drawing power from a fully-charged battery pack.

  • Page 29: Ports

    Chapter 1: Introducing the eBuddy Ports Figure 1-7 shows a rear view of the eBuddy, where the external ports are located. Figure 1-7. Rear view of the eBuddy, showing the ports Port Function 1. CD-ROM port This port is used to connect the eBuddy’s external CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 30: 2: Peripherals And Accessories

    ❑ Modem ❑ Serial port ❑ Parallel port ❑ External monitor ❑ External CD-ROM drive* ❑ External floppy disk drive* ❑ Stylus* *Optional accessories are available from EarthWalk. Contact your sales repre- sentative or email EarthWalk at sales@earthwalk.com. -21- 2/4/00...

  • Page 31: Integrated Wireless Card

    Chapter 2: Peripherals and accessories Integrated wireless card Your wireless eBuddy is equipped with an Integrated wireless card (see Figure 2-1) and internal antenna that enable it to communicate with other wire- less devices such as the NetWize SmartCart. Figure 2-1. The eBuddy’s Integrated wireless card The Integrated wireless card is factory-installed.
  • Page 32 Integrated wireless card To configure the Integrated wireless card: 1. Click Start, point to Settings, then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click Network. 3. Click LANEscape/WL2432 PCMCIA Adapter to select it, then click Properties (see Figure 2-2). Figure 2-2. Configuring the Integrated wireless card 4.
  • Page 33 Chapter 2: Peripherals and accessories Figure 2-3. LANEscape/WL2432 PCMCIA Adapter Properties eBuddy User Manual -24- 2/4/00...

  • Page 34: Irda Infrared Port

    IrDA infrared port IrDA infrared port The IrDA-compatible infrared port (Figure 2-4) enables wireless serial data transfer between any peripheral device or computer equipped with the IrDA interface. You can select infrared port as FIR or SIR from the BIOS setup. The infrared port can only be used when UART2 mode is set to FIR or SIR in the Integrated Peripherals setup in the BIOS setup.

  • Page 35: Enabling Infrared Communication

    Chapter 2: Peripherals and accessories Enabling infrared communication The following steps enable infrared communication in Windows 98: 1. In Windows 98, click Start, point to Settings, and click Control Panel. Figure 2-5. Infrared Monitor dialog box 2. Double-click Infrared and click the Options tab (see Figure 2-5). 3.

  • Page 36: Setting Up Communications With Specific Devices

    IrDA infrared port Figure 2-6. Network dialog box Figure 2-7. IrDA v.3.0 Fast Infrared Port Properties Setting up communications with specific devices The IrDA port functions like other ports on your eBuddy, and can be used to communicate with any infrared device with compatible device drivers. eBuddy User Manual 2/4/00 -27-...
  • Page 37 Chapter 2: Peripherals and accessories For example, you can install printer drivers as described in your Windows doc- umentation, and assign them to print to the IrDA port for the ultimate in conve- nience. Of course, the printer must be equipped with an infrared port. To communicate with a compatible computer, such as another eBuddy: 1.

  • Page 38: Universal Serial Bus (Usb) Port

    Universal Serial Bus (USB) port Universal Serial Bus (USB) port The host USB port on the back of the eBuddy (Figure 2-8) can be used to con- nect any USB-compatible device. You should enable the USB keyboard in the Integrated Peripherals setup in BIOS setup if you want to use a USB keyboard.

  • Page 39: Internal Modem

    Chapter 2: Peripherals and accessories Internal modem The eBuddy comes equipped with an internal 56.6 Kbps software modem. In order for the modem to function properly, you should select UART2 mode as modem in the Integrated Peripherals setup in BIOS setup (see “Integrated peripherals”...
  • Page 40 Internal modem Figure 2-10. Installing a modem telephone line eBuddy User Manual 2/4/00 -31-...
  • Page 41 Chapter 2: Peripherals and accessories Figure 2-11. Removing the modem phone cord from the eBuddy eBuddy User Manual -32- 2/4/00...

  • Page 42: Using The Serial And Parallel Ports

    Using the serial and parallel ports Using the serial and parallel ports The eBuddy comes with one serial (COM) port and one parallel port as shown in Figure 2-12. Serial (COM) port Parallel port Figure 2-12. The eBuddy’s serial and parallel ports Serial port To use the serial (or COM) port You should select UART mode as COM1 in the Integrated peripherals setup of the BIOS setup.

  • Page 43: Connecting An External Monitor

    Chapter 2: Peripherals and accessories Connecting an external monitor You can connect a VGA (640 x 480), SVGA (800 x 600), XGA (1024 x 768), or multisync monitor to the CRT port (Figure 2-13) on the back of your eBuddy. CRT port Figure 2-13.

  • Page 44: Using The External Cd-Rom Drive

    Using the external CD-ROM drive Using the external CD-ROM drive An external CD-ROM drive is available from EarthWalk. You should only use this CD-ROM drive, which has been specifically designed to operate with your eBuddy. Connecting the external CD-ROM drive To install your external CD-ROM drive: 1.

  • Page 45: Inserting And Removing Cd-Roms

    Chapter 2: Peripherals and accessories Inserting and removing CD-ROMs To insert a CD-ROM: 1. Press the insert/eject button as shown in Figure 2-15. The CD tray will open. 2. Gently pull the CD tray out until you can easily lay a CD in the tray. Figure 2-15.

  • Page 46: Disconnecting The External Cd-Rom Drive

    Using the external CD-ROM drive Figure 2-16. Opening the CD-ROM tray Figure 2-17. Hole for manually removing a CD-ROM Disconnecting the external CD-ROM drive To disconnect the external CD-ROM drive (refer to Figure 2-18): 1. Turn the eBuddy’s power off. 2.
  • Page 47 Chapter 2: Peripherals and accessories Figure 2-18. Removing the external CD-ROM drive eBuddy User Manual -38- 2/4/00...

  • Page 48: Using The External Floppy Disk Drive

    Using the external floppy disk drive Using the external floppy disk drive An external floppy disk drive is available from EarthWalk. You should only use this floppy disk drive, which has been specifically designed to operate with your eBuddy. FDD (parallel) port Figure 2-19.
  • Page 49 Chapter 2: Peripherals and accessories Figure 2-20. Connecting the floppy disk drive to the eBuddy 4. Remove the connector from the CD-ROM drive by pressing the clips on the side of the connector simultaneously, as shown in (3), and pull the connec- tor gently out of the port, as shown in (4) eBuddy User Manual -40-...
  • Page 50 Using the external floppy disk drive Figure 2-21. Removing the external floppy disk drive eBuddy User Manual 2/4/00 -41-...

  • Page 51: Using The Stylus

    Chapter 2: Peripherals and accessories Using the stylus If your eBuddy is equipped with a touch screen, it will have a removable stylus as shown in Figure 2-22. Figure 2-22. Removing and replacing the stylus When replacing the stylus into the housing, push it gently until it clicks firmly into place.

  • Page 52: 3: Hardware Installation

    Hardware installation This chapter covers the installation and use of the following system hardware: ❑ Memory expansion chips ❑ Battery pack ❑ Hard disk drive (HDD) -43- 2/4/00...

  • Page 53: Memory Expansion

    Your eBuddy comes with 32 MB of SDRAM installed. You can add one addi- tional 144-pin SO-DIMM memory module. Memory modules are available from EarthWalk. Contact your sales representa- tive or email EarthWalk at sales@earthwalk.com. Memory modules are sensitive electronic components that are easily damaged.
  • Page 54 Memory expansion Figure 3-1. Installing memory eBuddy User Manual 2/4/00 -45-...
  • Page 55 Chapter 3: Hardware installation 3. Close the display panel and remove any cables connected to the eBuddy. 4. Place the eBuddy upside-down on a flat surface. 5. Remove the two screws from the memory panel cover, as shown in (1) in Figure 3-1.

  • Page 56: Battery Pack

    (see “Power management setup” on page 60) and in the Windows 98 power management settings (refer to your Windows 98 documentation). Replacement batteries can be obtained from EarthWalk. Contact your sales representative or email EarthWalk at sales@earthwalk.com. Removing the battery pack To remove the battery pack: 1.
  • Page 57 Chapter 3: Hardware installation Figure 3-3. Removing the battery pack You should only attempt to charge the battery pack at ambient temperatures between 41°F (5°C) and 104°F (40°C). eBuddy User Manual -48- 2/4/00...
  • Page 58 Battery pack Figure 3-4. Installing a battery pack eBuddy User Manual 2/4/00 -49-...

  • Page 59: Hard Disk Drive (Hdd) Installation

    Chapter 3: Hardware installation Hard disk drive (HDD) installation You should only use the hard disk drives that have been specially manufactured for your eBuddy. When installing or removing a hard disk drive, we recom- mend that you obtain the assistance of a computer technician or someone who is very familiar with the installation of computer hardware.

  • Page 60: Installing The Hdd

    Hard disk drive (HDD) installation 7. Remove the HDD as shown in (3). Figure 3-6. Removing the hard disk drive Installing the HDD To install a hard disk drive: 1. Connect the new HDD to the HDD interface as shown in (1) in Figure 3-7. 2.
  • Page 61 Chapter 3: Hardware installation Figure 3-7. Installing a hard disk drive Figure 3-8. Replacing the screws in the battery compartment eBuddy User Manual -52- 2/4/00...

  • Page 62: 4: Software

    Software Your eBuddy comes with the following (software) on diskettes and/or CD- ROM and is described in this chapter. This chapter also provides you with pro- cedures for setting up your IrDA infrared port to function with Windows 98. Device drivers You will probably never need to install these drivers.

  • Page 63: Device Drivers

    This utility is used to update the Flash BIOS Read-Only Memory (ROM). Your eBuddy comes with the newest release already installed. The only time you would need to use this software is in the event that EarthWalk releases an upgrade to the ROM.

  • Page 64: Cd-Rom Driver

    CD-ROM driver CD-ROM driver This driver is provided in case you need to re-load your operating system (for example, if you install a new hard disk). In such a case, you will need to be able to access the CD-ROM drive. To install CD-ROM drivers: 1.

  • Page 65: System Software

    C: partition, installation of this feature would require you remove the operating system, re-partition the hard drive, and re-install the operating system. Contact EarthWalk technical support if you wish to obtain further information or assistance with installing this software.

  • Page 66: 5: Bios Setup

    BIOS setup The eBuddy’s BIOS controls many of the computer’s functions. Some of these are referred to in other chapters of this manual. You can enter the BIOS setup program by pressing the Delete key when the system is booting up. The Delete key is in the lower right corner of the keyboard on your eBuddy.

  • Page 67: Using The Bios/Cmos Setup Utility

    Chapter 5: BIOS setup Using the BIOS/CMOS setup utility Use the following keys to navigate through and choose setup utility functions. Each panel in the setup utility includes a legend that describes these keys and their functions. Function Escape Press to exit a panel in the setup utility and return to the Main Screen.
  • Page 68 Using the BIOS/CMOS setup utility Function Old Values Use F5 to load old values for the panel. Load setup defaults Use the F7 key to load the default values for the panel. eBuddy User Manual 2/4/00 -59-...

  • Page 69: Cmos Setup Utility - Function Summary

    Chapter 5: BIOS setup CMOS setup utility – function summary You can reach any of the following functions from the CMOS Main Screen: Standard CMOS setup Allows you to set several basic eBuddy system parameters including the sys- tem time and date, and disk drive parameters. See “Standard CMOS setup” on page 62 for more information.
  • Page 70 CMOS setup utility – function summary Integrated peripherals This panel allows you to set IDE hard drive parameters and programmed I/O features. See “Integrated peripherals” on page 77 for more information. Password setting This function allows you to set a supervisor or a user password. For more infor- mation, see “Password setting”...

  • Page 71: Standard Cmos Setup

    Chapter 5: BIOS setup Standard CMOS setup Figure 5-2. Standard CMOS setup panel The Standard CMOS setup panel is shown in Figure 5-2. The Standard CMOS setup allows you to set the time and date for your system hard disk parameters, floppy disk drive parameters, and selected other parameters.

  • Page 72: Bios Features Setup

    BIOS features setup BIOS features setup Figure 5-3. BIOS features setup panel The BIOS features setup panel is shown in Figure 5-3. It includes the following functions: Anti-Virus Protection When enabled, during and after the system boots up, any attempt to write to the boot sector or partition table of the hard disk drive will halt the system and the following error message will appear: !WARNING!
  • Page 73 Chapter 5: BIOS setup External Cache When enabled, the on-board 512K L2 cache will be used. The options for this setting are Enabled and Disabled. Quick Power On Self Test This speeds up Power On self Test (POST) after you turn the power on to the eBuddy.
  • Page 74 BIOS features setup with the arrow keys, for example. The options for this setting are Enabled and Disabled. Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) When the Typematic rate is enabled, this item allows you to choose the rate at which the keystrokes will be repeated. The options for this setting are 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, 20, 24, or 30 characters per second.
  • Page 75 Chapter 5: BIOS setup Video BIOS Shadow This option determines whether video BIOS is copied to RAM. Enabling this option will increase video speed. The options for this setting are Enabled and Disabled. eBuddy User Manual -66- 2/4/00...

  • Page 76: Chipset Features Setup

    Chipset features setup Chipset features setup Figure 5-4. Chipset features setup panel The Chipset features setup panel is shown in Figure 5-4. It includes the follow- ing functions: Auto Configuration Sets pre-defined values for DRAM, cache, and timing according to the CPU type and system clock.
  • Page 77 Chapter 5: BIOS setup DRAM Read Burst (EDO/FP) This sets the timing for burst mode reads from two different DRAM (EDO/ FPM). Burst read and write requests are generated by the CPU in four separate parts. The first part provides the location within the DRAM where the read or write is to take place.
  • Page 78 The options for this setting are 1 Clks or 2 Clcks. SDRAM (Cas Lat/RAS-to-CAS) Do not change the default value of this setting unless you install SDRAM that requires changes. The options are 2/2 or 3/3. Contact EarthWalk technical sup- port for more information. SDRAM Speculative Read If you set Enable, the CPU will save the data in DRAM in speculative mode.
  • Page 79 Chapter 5: BIOS setup Memory Hole at 15M-16M This function keeps the 15M-16M address for the ISA interface. PCI 2.1 Compliance The options for this setting are Enabled and Disabled. You should always enable this function on the eBuddy. eBuddy User Manual -70- 2/4/00...

  • Page 80: Power Management Setup

    Power management setup Power management setup Figure 5-5. Power Management setup panel The Power management setup panel is shown in Figure 5-5. It includes the fol- lowing functions: Power Management This item allows you to select pre-set Minimum or Maximum power manage- ment settings, changing the other items in the panel to recommended pre-set settings.
  • Page 81 Chapter 5: BIOS setup HDD Power Down This setting will determine how many minutes elapse from the last keyboard or mouse input until the HDD powers down. You can set the delay from 1 to 15 minutes, or disable HDD Power Down altogether. MODEM Use IRQ You can only change the value of this setting when Power Management is set to User Define.
  • Page 82 Power management setup Resume by Ring When a message comes in by fax or E-mail, the system will be awakened immediately. The options for this setting are Enabled and Disabled. eBuddy User Manual 2/4/00 -73-...

  • Page 83: Pnp/Pci Configuration

    Chapter 5: BIOS setup PNP/PCI configuration Figure 5-6. PNP/PCI configuration The Award Plug and Play BIOS is capable of automatically configuring Win- dows 95 or 98 Plug and Play-compatible devices. This function only works with Windows 98. The options are Auto or Manual. The PNP/PCI configuration panel is shown in Figure 5-6.
  • Page 84 PNP/PCI configuration If you have a PCI controller, change this setting to specify which slot has the controller and which PCI interrupt (A, B, C, or D) is associated with the con- nected hard drives. Remember that this setting refers to the hard disk drive itself, rather than indi- vidual partitions.

  • Page 85: Load Setup Defaults

    Chapter 5: BIOS setup Load setup defaults This function loads BIOS default settings. When you choose this item on the Main Screen, you are prompted to Load SETUP defaults (Y/N)? Choose Y for yes or N for no, and press Enter. eBuddy User Manual -76- 2/4/00...

  • Page 86: Integrated Peripherals

    Integrated peripherals Integrated peripherals Figure 5-7. Integrated peripherals panel The integrated peripherals panel is shown in Figure 5-7. IDE HDD Block Mode This item allows you to set your hard disk controller to use the fast block mode to transfer data to and from your HDD. The options for this setting are Enabled (IDE controller uses block mode) or Disabled (IDE controller uses standard mode).
  • Page 87 Chapter 5: BIOS setup perform the task by themselves. This is simpler and more efficient, as well as faster. Your system supports five modes, numbered from 0 (the default) to 4, which differ primarily in their timing. When Auto is selected, the BIOS will select the best available mode.
  • Page 88 Integrated peripherals Onboard FDC Controller This item enables the floppy disk drive controller on the motherboard. The options for this setting are Enabled and Disabled. Onboard Serial port 1 and 2 This option enables serial port 1/2 on the motherboard and specifies the base I/ O port address for serial port 1/2.

  • Page 89: Password Setting

    Chapter 5: BIOS setup Password setting You can set two passwords: • Setup password – controls access to the BIOS setup utility. • System password – controls access to the entire system You can only set one password at a time using this setting. Which password is set is determined by the settings in BIOS features setup (see “Security Option”...

  • Page 90: Ide Hdd Auto Detection

    IDE HDD auto detection IDE HDD auto detection When you select this feature, the BIOS will automatically detect settings for your HDD. You will be prompted to accept the settings or not. Type Y to accept the settings, or N to cancel auto detection without saving the settings.

  • Page 91: Save And Exit Setup

    Chapter 5: BIOS setup Save and exit setup After changing BIOS settings, you can select this item to save the new settings and continue the bootup process. You can also do this by pressing the F10 key (see “Using the BIOS/CMOS setup utility” on page 58). When prompted, press Y to save the settings and exit the setup utility.

  • Page 92: Exit Without Saving

    Exit without saving Exit without saving After changing BIOS settings, you can select this item to exit the setup utility without saving any changes you made, and continue the bootup process. You can also do this by pressing the Escape key (see “Using the BIOS/CMOS setup utility”...
  • Page 93 Chapter 5: BIOS setup eBuddy User Manual -84- 2/4/00...

  • Page 94: Appendix A:ebuddy Specifications

    Appendix A: eBuddy specifications CPU Pentium processor with MMX technology, 266 Mhz Mainboard Chipset Intel 430TX Chipset (MTXC + PIIX4) Display Chipset NeoMagic Nm2097 controller LCD 8.2” SCC (Super Clear Color) color LCD Resolution: 640x 480(VGA) Contrast ratio: 50:1 8.4” TFT 256K color LCD Resolution: 800 x 600 (SVGA) Contrast ratio: 150:1 Primary Cache 32 KB CPU internal cache...
  • Page 95 Appendix A: eBuddy specifications VGA Monitor port One DB15 Monitor port for an external VGA, SVGA, or XGA monitor Battery 10.8V, 1500mAH Li-Ion removable Battery Pack Battery pack built-in batery smart bus gauge Charger System built-in Li-Ion battery fast charger with charge LED indicator AC power adapter AC input 100V AC - 24- V AC, 50/60 Hz DC output 18V DC @ 2.5 amps...

  • Page 96: Index

    19 charging 47 disposal of 5 installing 47 EarthWalk 4 obtaining replacement http://www.earthwalk.com 4 batteries 4, 47 sales@earthwalk.com 3, 4, 21, recharge cycles 5 44, 47 removing 47 support@earthwalk.com 4 temperature range to charge Enter key 14 in 48...
  • Page 97 Index Flash BIOS upgrade utility 54 floppy disk drive, external 3, 5, 21 memory cable for 3 installing 44 connecting 39 obtaining memory modules 44 disconnecting 39 removing 44 using 39–41 memory expansion 43, 44–46 Function (Fn) key 13 Menu key 13 Modem 21 modem 30 graphic user interface 17...
  • Page 98 Index power stylus 21, 42 turning off 9 using 42 turning on 9 Super Clear Color (SCC) display 16 power cord 3 suspend LED 19 Power management setup 60, 71 suspend to disk 56 Power/Battery low LED 19 suspend to disk mode 17 suspend to RAM mode 16 System Administrator 22 system software and drivers 3...

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