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  • Page 3: Trademarks

    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.

  • Page 4: Fcc Statement

    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.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Preface IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: 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.

  • Page 6: Instructions For Care And Operation

    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 damaged.
  • Page 7 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.

  • Page 8: Power Safety

    Preface Power Safety The computer has specific power requirements: • Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer. • Your AC adapter may be designed for international travel but it still requires a steady, uninterrupted power supply. If you are unsure of your local power specifi- Power Safety cations, consult your service representative or local power company.

  • Page 9: Battery Precautions

    Preface Battery Precautions • Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the com- puter. • Recharge the batteries using the notebook’s system. Incorrect recharging may make the battery explode. • Do not try to repair a battery pack. Refer any battery pack repair or replacement to your service representative or qualified service personnel.

  • Page 10: Cleaning

    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.

  • Page 11: Travel Considerations

    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.
  • Page 12 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.
  • Page 13 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.
  • Page 14 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.

  • Page 15: Table Of Contents

    Preface Contents Top View with LCD Panel Open ......1-9 PC Camera ............1-10 Notice ................I LCD Panel ............1-10 Trademarks ............I LED Power & Communication Indicators ..1-10 FCC Statement ...........II Stereo Speakers ..........1-10 Instructions for Care and Operation ....IV Close Cover Switch ..........
  • Page 16 Preface Microphone-In Jack ..........1-17 Check Mail Program ..........2-7 Headphone-Out Jack ...........1-17 Hard Disk Drive ............. 2-10 S/PDIF Out Port ..........1-17 CD/DVD Device ............ 2-11 CD Device Bay ...........1-18 Loading Discs ............2-11 DC-In Jack ............1-18 Handling CDs or DVDs ........2-12 Rear View ...............1-19 DVD Regional Codes ..........
  • Page 17 Preface Advanced Video Controls ........3-2 Installing the Driver ..........3-23 Opening the LCD ...........3-2 Conserving Power (System) ........ 3-25 Video Memory ............3-3 Hibernate Mode vs. Shutdown ......3-25 VGA Shared Memory ...........3-3 Standby Mode vs. Hibernate Mode ..... 3-25 Dynamic Video Memory Technology ....3-3 Standby ...............
  • Page 18 Preface BIOS Utilities Video (Win2000) ..........4-8 LAN (Win2000) ............4-9 Overview ..............5-1 Modem (Win2000) ..........4-9 The Power-On Self Test (POST) ......5-2 Hot-Key (Win2000) ..........4-9 Failing the POST ........... 5-4 TouchPad (Win2000) ..........4-9 Fatal Errors ............5-4 PC Card/PCMCIA (Win2000) ......4-9 Non-Fatal Errors ...........
  • Page 19 Preface Virus Alerts (Disks Menu) ........5-13 Upgrading the System Memory (RAM) ....6-7 Components Menu ..........5-14 Memory Upgrade Process ........6-7 Keyboard Numlock (Components Menu)] .....5-14 Upgrading the CD Device ........6-9 Keyboard Repeat (Components Menu) ....5-14 CD Device Upgrade Process ......... 6-9 Keyboard Type (Components Menu) .....5-15 Upgrading the Processor ........
  • Page 20 Preface PC Camera Driver Installation (WinXP) ....7-16 Core Logic ............A-1 PC Camera Audio Setup ........7-17 Structure .............. A-1 (WinXP) ..............7-17 Security ............... A-1 (Win2000) ............7-17 Memory ............... A-1 AMCAP ..............7-19 BIOS ..............A-2 LCD ..............A-2 Troubleshooting Display ..............A-2 Overview ..............8-1 Storage ..............
  • Page 21 Preface Core Logic ............B-1 Structure ..............B-1 Security ..............B-1 Memory ...............B-1 BIOS ..............B-1 LCD ..............B-2 Display ..............B-2 Storage ..............B-2 PC Card ...............B-2 Audio ..............B-2 Keyboard .............B-3 Interface ...............B-3 Communication ...........B-3 Power Management ..........B-3 Power ..............B-3 Indicators .............B-3 Buttons ..............B-4 Environmental Spec ..........B-4 Physical Dimensions ...........B-4 Weight ..............B-4 Optional ...............B-4...
  • Page 22 Preface...

  • Page 23: Introduction

    Introduction Chapter 1: Introduction Overview Notes Check the light colored This manual refers to the hardware and essential software required to run your boxes with the mark notebook computer. Depending on how your system is configured, some or all above to find detailed of the features described may already be set up.

  • Page 24: Warning Boxes

    Introduction Warning Boxes No matter what your level please pay careful attention to the warning and safe- ty information indicated by the symbol. Also please note the safety and handling instructions as indicated in the Preface . Not Included Operating Systems (e.g. Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP etc.) have their own manuals, as do applications (e.g.

  • Page 25: Quick Start Guide

    Introduction Quick Start Guide This guide assumes that you are already familiar with computers and can tell at a glance what and where all the key components are. If you are not that com- Peripheral Devices fortable with this type of device, then please refer to the following pages, Please note that pe- which give an overview of the system.

  • Page 26: System Map

    Introduction System Map Your computer has a lot of built-in features. Most of these are enabled by your operating system. Further explanations of the various subsystems are covered in the chapter or pages indicated. Model Differences This notebook series includes two different model types according to the pro- cessor and Wireless LAN module specifications.
  • Page 27 Introduction Table 1 - 1 Feature Model A Model B Model Differences Designs Design I & II Design I & II Mobile Intel Pentium 4-M Intel Pentium M Types Mobile Intel Celeron Wireless LAN Intel PRO Wireless LAN 2100 Wireless Modules Gemtek 802.11b Module with USB (802.11b) Wireless LAN Module with...

  • Page 28: Getting To Know Your Computer

    Introduction Getting to Know Your Computer The following graphics will help you to become familiar with the basic func- tions, and to learn the location of the various ports and components of your Design Differences computer. This manual refers to the two notebook de- signs pictured on this page.

  • Page 29: Gloss Style Top Cover Designs

    Introduction Gloss Style Top Cover Designs There are two colored (red and blue) gloss style top cover designs incorporat- ed within the design styles of this notebook model. Note the following guide- lines for care and attention of this type of top cover. •...

  • Page 30: Top View

    Introduction Top View Figure 1 - 3 Top View with LCD Panel Closed LCD Latches LED Power & Communication Indicators To open the LCD display: Place the computer on a stable surface. Move the LCD latches in the direction of the arrows to release the top cover (the left latch will lock in position and is clearly marked with locked and unlocked icons).

  • Page 31: Top View With Lcd Panel Open

    Introduction Top View with LCD Panel Open Figure 1 - 4 Top View with LCD Panel Open Optional Built-In PC Camera LED Power & Communication Indicators Speakers Close Cover Switch LED Status Indicators Power Button Keyboard Built-In Microphone 10. TouchPad and Buttons 11.

  • Page 32: Pc Camera

    Introduction PC Camera If you have purchased the optional PC Camera, make sure you install the soft- ware application (see “PC Camera” on page 7 - 15). The Module ON/OFF Button will enable/disable the PC Camera (see “Module ON/OFF Button” on page 1 - 13).

  • Page 33: Close Cover Switch

    Introduction Close Cover Switch This switch acts as a sensor to tell when the LCD Panel is closed. When this LCD cover sensor is activated the default setting of your operating system’s power scheme sends the computer into a power saving state (see Figure 3 - 16 on page 3 - 27).

  • Page 34: Keyboard

    Introduction Keyboard The computer has a “Win Key” keyboard including a numeric keypad. It has the same features as a full-sized desktop keyboard and can easily be replaced with a different language keyboard should you desire. Microphone Record on your notebook computer with the built-in microphone. TouchPad &...

  • Page 35: Front View

    Introduction Front View Figure 1 - 5 Front View LCD Latches Hot-Key Buttons Hot-Key Buttons The three hot-keys allow you instant access to your default Internet browser and default e-mail program, and to toggle on/off the Wireless LAN/Bluetooth/ PC Camera modules. To learn how to set the buttons, see “Hot-Key Buttons”...

  • Page 36: Left Side View

    Introduction Left Side View Figure 1 - 6 Left Side View Vent External Monitor (VGA) Port Vent S-Video Out Port RJ-11 Phone Jack This enables airflow to prevent the notebook from overheating. RJ-45 LAN Jack 2 * USB 2.0 Ports Mini-IEEE 1394 Port Overheating...

  • Page 37: S-Video-Out Port

    Introduction S-Video-Out Port Connect your television to your computer and view DVDs, VCDs or anything else your computer can display. You will need an S-Video cable to make the connection. Enable this port from the video driver controls. RJ-11 Phone Jack This port connects to the built-in modem.

  • Page 38: Usb 2.0 Ports

    Introduction 2 * USB 2.0 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.

  • Page 39: Right Side View

    Introduction Right Side View Figure 1 - 7 Right Side View Microphone-In Jack Headphone-Out Jack 1 2 3 S/PDIF Out Port CD Device Bay DC-In Jack Microphone-In Jack Record on your notebook computer with an external microphone. Headphone-Out Jack Headphones may be connected through this jack. Note: Set your system’s vol- ume to a reduced level before connecting to this jack.

  • Page 40: Cd Device Bay

    Introduction CD Device Bay A 5.25" CD-ROM drive, or DVD-ROM drive, or CD-RW, or Combination CD-RW and DVD-ROM Drive (12.7mm height) is standard depending on the model you purchased. For more information on using the drive please refer to “CD/DVD Device” on page 2 - CD Emergency Eject If you need to manually eject a CD/DVD (e.g.

  • Page 41: Rear View

    Introduction Rear View Figure 1 - 8 Rear View Security Lock Slot Vent Security Lock Slot To prevent possible theft, a Kensington-type lock can be attached to this slot. Locks can be purchased at any computer store. Vent This enables airflow to prevent the notebook from overheating. Overheating To prevent your com- puter from overheating...

  • Page 42: Bottom View

    Introduction Bottom View Figure 1 - 9 Bottom View Vent/Fan Outlets Battery CPU Cover RAM & Bluetooth The CPU is not a user Module Cover serviceable part. CD Device Screw Opening this compart- ment, or accessing the Cover CPU in any way, may Hard Disk &...

  • Page 43: Hard Disk Drive

    Introduction Hard Disk Drive The internal hard disk drive is used to store your data. See page 6 - 4 for in- formation on upgrading/replacing your hard disk drive. Wireless LAN & Bluetooth Modules The Wireless LAN and Bluetooth modules (and the optional PC Drive Warning Camera module) may...
  • Page 44 Introduction 1 - 22...

  • Page 45: Using The Computer

    Using The Computer Chapter 2: Using The Computer Overview To learn more about using your computer, please read this chapter. This chapter includes: • The Power Sources • Turning on the Computer • The LED Indicators • The Check Mail Program •...

  • Page 46: The Power Sources

    Using The Computer The Power Sources The computer can be powered by either an AC adapter or a battery pack. Power Button as Standby or Hibernate AC Adapter Button Use only the AC adapter that comes with your computer. The wrong type of If you are using a fully AC adapter will damage the computer and its components.

  • Page 47: Battery

    Using The Computer Battery The battery allows you to use your notebook computer while you are on the road or an electrical outlet is unavailable. Battery life varies depending on the Low Battery Warning applications and the configuration you're using. To increase battery life, let the When the battery is battery discharge completely before recharging.

  • Page 48: Turning On The Computer

    Using The Computer Turning on the Computer Now you are ready to begin using your computer. To turn it on simply press the power button on the front panel. Shutdown Note that you should When the computer is on, you can use the power button as a Standby/Hiber- always shut your com- nate/Shutdown hot-key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds puter down by choos-...

  • Page 49: Led Indicators

    Using The Computer LED Indicators There are two sets of LED indicators (LED Power & Communication Indi- cators and LED Status Indicators) on your computer that will display help- ful information about the current status of the computer. The LED Power & Communication Indicators are also visible when the top of your computer is closed.

  • Page 50: Led Power & Communication Indicators

    Using The Computer LED Power & Communication Indicators Table 2 - 2 Icon Color Description LED Power & Communication Orange DC power is plugged in Indicators Green The computer is on Blinking Green The computer is in standby mode Orange The battery is being charged Green The battery is fully charged...

  • Page 51: Check Mail Program

    Using The Computer Check Mail Program After you have installed the driver for the Check Mail program (see “What to Install” on page 4 - 2) you may then configure it to give notification when new mail is received. 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.
  • Page 52 Using The Computer Note Check with your Inter- net Service Provider, network administrator or Mail Service provid- er for details on what to put on these pages. You may then configure the options for your mail server, user name, and password.
  • Page 53 Using The Computer Figure 2 - 4 Check Mail Enabled You may also enable an audible warning for received mail by clicking on Set Mail Wave, and browsing to a .WAV sound file to use for mail notifi- cation. Click Enable play wave for mail arrival, and SAVE to save the settings.

  • Page 54: Hard Disk Drive

    Using The Computer Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive is used to store your data in the notebook computer. The hard disk can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" IDE hard disk drives Power Safety with a height of 9.5 mm. Before attempting to access any of the inter- The hard disk...

  • Page 55: Cd/Dvd Device

    Using The Computer CD/DVD Device There is a bay for either a CD-ROM, or DVD-ROM, or CD-RW, or Combi- nation CD-RW and DVD-ROM drive, depending on the model you pur- Sound Volume Adjustment chased. The CD Device is usually labeled “Drive D:” and may be used as a boot device if properly set in the BIOS (“Startup Menu”...

  • Page 56: Handling Cds Or Dvds

    Using The Computer 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 CD- CD Emergency Eject ROMs/DVD-ROMs can be accessed. If you need to manually Remember to: eject a CD (e.g.

  • Page 57: Dvd Regional Codes

    Using The Computer DVD Regional Codes DVD region detection is device dependent, not OS-dependent. You can select your module’s region code 5 times. The fifth selection is permanent. This can- not be altered even if you change your operating system or you use the module in another computer.

  • Page 58: Changing Dvd Regional Codes

    Using The Computer Changing DVD Regional Codes Go to the Control Panel in WindowsXP/Windows 2000 and double-click Sys- tem > Hardware (tab), click Device Manager, then click the + next to DVD/ CD-ROM drives. Double-click on the DVD-ROM device to bring up the Properties menu, and select the DVD Region (tab) to bring up the control panel as seen in “DVD Regional Codes (Windows XP)”...

  • Page 59: Pc Card Slot

    Using The Computer PC Card Slot The computer is equipped with a PCMCIA 3.3V/5V slot for one type II PC Card. Make sure you install the driver for the PC Card (see “What to Install” on page 4 - Inserting and Removing PC Cards •...

  • Page 60: Hot-Key Buttons

    Using The Computer Hot-Key Buttons These keys access the Internet and e-mail, and to enable/disable the module(s) (WLAN/Bluetooth/PC Camera) with one quick button press. Make sure you install the Hot-Key driver. Refer to “What to Install” on page 4 - 2 for driver installation steps.

  • Page 61: Function Keys And Numeric Keypad

    Using The Computer Function Keys and Numeric Keypad Function Keys Other Keyboards On the bottom-left of the keyboard is the Fn key or Function key. The Fn key If your keyboard is allows you to change operational features instantly. To use the functions press damaged or you just and hold the Fn key, then press the appropriate function key (F5 - F12 etc.) want...

  • Page 62: Numeric Keypad

    Using The Computer Numeric Keypad The keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for easy numeric data input. The numeric keys are highlighted by a yellow typeface. Special Characters Activate the Number Lock feature by pressing the Num Lock key at the top Some software appli- right of the keyboard.

  • Page 63: Touchpad And Buttons/Mouse

    Using The Computer TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse The TouchPad is a device for pointing (controlling input positioning) on the computer’s display screen by sensing finger movement, and downward pres- Mouse Driver sure. It is an alternative to the mouse; however, you can also add a mouse to If you are using an ex- your computer through one of the USB ports.

  • Page 64: Configuring The Touchpad And Buttons

    Using The Computer Configuring the TouchPad and Buttons Once you have installed the TouchPad drivers (see “What to Install” on page 4 - 2) you can configure the functions by double-clicking the TouchPad driver icon on the taskbar. You may then configure the TouchPad tap- ping, buttons, scrolling, pointer motion and sensitivity options to your prefer- ences.

  • Page 65: Adding A Printer

    Using The Computer Adding a Printer The most commonly used peripheral is a printer. The following conventions will help you to add a printer, however it is always best to refer to the printer manual for specific instructions and configuration options. USB Printer Most new printers have a USB interface connection.

  • Page 66: Parallel Printer

    Using The Computer Parallel Printer This is still the most common type of printer. A Parallel to USB converter may be purchased at most computer stores. Install Instructions: Set up the printer according to its instructions (unpacking, paper tray, toner/ ink cartridge etc.).

  • Page 67: Advanced Controls

    Advanced Controls Chapter 3: Advanced Controls Overview This chapter covers: Drivers • Advanced video controls • Power and battery management features You are unable to use most advanced con- trols until the neces- sary drivers utilities are properly in- stalled. If your system hasn’t been properly configured (your ser- vice...

  • Page 68: Advanced Video Controls

    Advanced Controls Advanced Video Controls This section is about making adjustments for the LCD, and switching display devices. Protecting the LCD Do not allow any for- Opening the LCD eign objects (i.e. paper As you open the lid, adjust it so you can look at the screen straight on, without or plastic) to get be- tween the lid/LCD and any glare.

  • Page 69: Video Memory

    Advanced Controls Video Memory The computer does not have dedicated video memory. The video memory available on your computer is configured in two modes of operation. DVMT Notes DVMT is not user-con- VGA Shared Memory figurable. This is the pre-allocated memory size for VGA compatibility. This is fixed DVMT is not local vid- in the BIOS at 32MB (see page 12).

  • Page 70: Video Driver Controls

    Advanced Controls Video Driver Controls The video interface lets you change the screen resolution and color output to whatever is most comfortable/efficient for you. This is a matter of hardware, Screen Resolution/ Screen Area Note video memory and the driver for your operating system. The driver interface shows the available options (see “LCD”...

  • Page 71: Display Properties

    Advanced Controls Display Properties Figure 3 - 2 Display Properties Intel(R) Extreme Graphics Controller Properties You can click Graph- ics Properties (but- ton) in the Intel(R) Extreme Graphics tab (in the Advanced op- tions) to access the screens in Figure 3 - 4 When the Display Properties control panel is open, click the Advanced on page 3-7.

  • Page 72: Intel Video Driver Controls

    Advanced Controls Intel Video Driver Controls After installing the video driver there will be an additional control panel en- titled Intel(R) Extreme Graphics. To get to the control panel to make chang- Taskbar es to the Graphics Properties, do the following: You may also access Click Start, point to Settings (or just click Control Panel) and click Control the control panel from...
  • Page 73 Advanced Controls Figure 3 - 4 Intel Graphics Controller Properties Video Driver Controls 3 - 7...

  • Page 74: Schemes

    Advanced 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 Intel(R) Extreme Graphics control panel (see “Intel Video executable (.exe) file,...

  • Page 75: Display Devices

    Advanced Controls Display Devices Figure 3 - 5 Left Side View Besides the built-in LCD, you can also use an external VGA monitor or TV as your display device. A VGA monitor connects to the external monitor (VGA) port a TV to the S-Video Out port (Figure 3 - Using the Driver to Switch Displays...

  • Page 76: Switching/Enabling Displays (Driver)

    Advanced Controls Switching/Enabling Displays (Driver) Figure 3 - 6 With the video driver installed (see “What to Install” on page 4 - 2), you can Switching Display use its built-in controls to switch between the displays as follows: Settings Plug the VGA monitor or TV into the appropriate port. Go to the Intel(R) 82852/82855 Graphics Controller Properties control panel (see “Intel Video Driver Controls”...

  • Page 77: Multi-Monitor Modes

    Advanced Controls Multi-Monitor Modes In addition to the single LCD display mode you have the following Multi- Monitor modes available when the external monitor or TV is attached. Intel(R) Dual Display Clone This mode will drive multiple displays with the same content. Use this feature to display the screen through a projector for a presentation.
  • Page 78 Advanced Controls To Enable Dual Display Clone Mode: Plug the VGA monitor or TV into the appropriate port. Go to the Intel(R) 82852/82855 Graphics Controller Properties control panel (see “Intel Video Driver Controls” on page 3 - 6) and select Devices (tab).
  • Page 79 Advanced Controls To Enable Extended Desktop Mode: Plug the VGA monitor or TV into the appropriate port. Go to the Intel(R) 82852/82855 Graphics Controller Properties control Device Settings panel (see “Intel Video Driver Controls” on page 3 - 6) and select Extended Desktop Devices (tab).
  • Page 80 Advanced Controls To Enable Extended Desktop (Display Properties) Plug the VGA monitor or TV into the appropriate port. Click Start, point to Settings (or just click Control Panel) and click Control Extended Desktop Panel (if you are in Category View choose Appearance and Themes). Mode Double-click Display (icon).
  • Page 81 Advanced Controls To Enable Dual Display Multi: Plug the VGA monitor and TV into the appropriate port (you will need to have three display devices attached for this display mode). Enable Extended Desktop Mode (see “To Enable Extended Desktop Mode:” on page 3 - 13).

  • Page 82: Tv System

    Advanced Controls TV System If you are using a TV as a display device you may change the video standard to NTSC or PAL as follows: Plug the TV into the appropriate port. Go to the Intel(R) 82852/82855 Graphics Controller Properties control panel (see “Intel Video Driver Controls”...

  • Page 83: Power Management Features

    Advanced Controls Power Management Features To conserve power, especially when using the battery, your notebook comput- er uses the ACPI power management system. Power management conserves OS Note power by controlling individual components of the computer (the monitor and Power management hard disk drive) or the whole system.

  • Page 84: Enabling Power Options

    Advanced Controls Enabling Power Options Power Options are enabled through the control panel in your Windows sys- tem (Power Options). With other operating systems you may have power management available, so check your documentation. Figure 3 - 12 Power Options Control Panel You may conserve power through individual components or throughout the whole system.

  • Page 85: Power Schemes

    Advanced Controls Power Schemes You can set your computer to conserve power through individual components by means of Power Schemes. You can also adjust the settings for each Resuming 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...

  • Page 86: Power Schemes And Processor Performance

    Advanced Controls Power Schemes and Processor Performance 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 Windows Control experiencing any reduced performance (especially under DC/battery power). Policies Windows defines four control policies (see sidebar) used with each power Constant...

  • Page 87: Intel Cpu Speedstep Controls

    Advanced Controls Intel CPU SpeedStep Controls Additional controls are available to support the Intel Pentium M (only sup- ported in Model B computers) processor’s mobile power management fea- Windows XP Service Pack 1 Drivers to tures. These controls may be adjusted in the Intel CPU SpeedStep settings in Support Power the BIOS.
  • Page 88 Advanced Controls 2. If you cannot see the My Computer icon click Start (menu), then point to (don’t click just highlight it) My Computer. Right-click it to make the sub-menu appear and scroll down to Properties and click on it (go to step 3.

  • Page 89: Installing The Driver

    Advanced Controls Installing the Driver 1. If you can see the My Computer icon on your desktop (if you cannot see the My Computer icon go to step 2) click on it once to select it, then CPU Performance with right-click it to make the sub-menu appear and scroll down to Properties SpeedStep and click on it (go to step 3).
  • Page 90 Advanced Controls Windows XP Service Pack 1 Windows 2000 or Windows XP with Enhanced Power with Basic Service Pack 1 SpeedStep Management Drivers Installed CPU SpeedStep Control Control Settings Setting Power Power CPU Speed CPU Speed You can adjust the Source Source SpeedStep control set-...

  • Page 91: Conserving Power (System)

    Advanced Controls Conserving Power (System) With this function you can stop the notebook’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 Hiber- nate tab in the Power Options control panel - Figure 3 - 15 on page 3-26).

  • Page 92: Standby

    Advanced Controls 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 re- ry.

  • Page 93: Configuring The Power Button

    Advanced Controls Configuring the Power Button The power button may be set to send the computer in to either Standby or Hi- bernate mode (Figure 3 - 16). In Standby mode, the LED will flash Sleep Button green. In Hibernate mode the LED will be off. If you are in a power saving mode set to save power through individual components (e.g.

  • Page 94: Battery Information

    Advanced Controls Battery Information Please follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery. Caution New Battery Danger of explosion if Always completely discharge, then fully charge, a new battery (and subse- battery is incorrectly quently at least once every 30 days or after about 20 partial discharges) before replaced.

  • Page 95: Battery Faq

    Advanced Controls Battery FAQ How do I completely discharge the battery? Use the computer with battery power until it shuts down due to a low battery. Conserving Battery Don’t turn off the computer by yourself even when you see a message that in- Power dicates the battery is critically low, just let the computer use up all of the bat- tery power and shut down on its own.
  • Page 96 Advanced Controls 3 - 30...

  • Page 97: Drivers & Utilities

    Drivers & Utilities Chapter 4: Drivers & Utilities Overview This chapter deals with installing the drivers and utilities essential to the operation or improvement Assumption of some of the computer’s subsystems. The system takes advantage of some newer hardware compo- We assume that you will install all drivers and utilities nents for which the latest versions of most available from the built-in CD device and it is assigned to “Drive...

  • Page 98: What To Install

    Drivers & Utilities What to Install The Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual CD-ROM contains the drivers and utilities neces- sary for the proper operation of the computer. (The Navigate (Browse..) to D: Intel Wireless LAN module driver, and the op- You will notice that many of the instructions for driver tional Bluetooth module driver and PC Camera installation require you to “Navigate (Browse) to D:”.

  • Page 99: Service Packs

    Drivers & Utilities Service Packs Check the warnings on the following pages regard- ing installation of the appropriate Service Pack for your Windows OS. If you are unsure of the Service Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 Pack currently installed see below. Make sure you Make sure you install Windows 2000 Service Pack have installed the appropriate Service Pack before 4 (or a version of Windows 2000 which includes...

  • Page 100: Authorized Driver Message

    Drivers & Utilities Authorized Driver Message If you receive a message telling you that the driver you are installing is not authorized (Digital Signa- ture Not Found), just click Yes or Continue Any- Windows XP Service Pack 1 way to ignore the message and continue the Make sure you install Windows XP Service Pack 1 installation procedure.

  • Page 101: Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers

    Drivers & Utilities Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers If you wish to update/reinstall individual drivers it Windows 2000 (SP4) Internet Explorer 5.5 & may be necessary to uninstall the original driver.To DirectX 8.1 do this go to the Control Panel in the Windows OS Make sure that you install Internet Explorer 5.5 (or and double-click the Add/Remove Programs higher version) if you are using the Windows 2000...
  • Page 102 Drivers & Utilities Feature Windows 2000 (SP4) Windows XP (SP1) Service Pack Install the appropriate Service Pack for your system if not included in your Windows version Chipset page 4 - 8 page 4 - 11 Internet Explorer Install IE 5.5 or higher DirectX 8.1 Install DirectX 8.1 or higher (download from the Microsoft website)

  • Page 103: Windows 2000 Professional

    Drivers & Utilities Windows 2000 Professional This section covers driver and utility installation in- structions for Windows 2000 Professional. New Hardware Found Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 If you see the message “New Hardware Found” Make sure you install Windows 2000 Service Pack (Found New Hardware Wizard) during the 4 (or a version of Windows 2000 which includes SP4) before installing any drivers.

  • Page 104: Chipset (Win2000)

    Drivers & Utilities Chipset (Win2000) Audio (Win2000) 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 2. Navigate (Browse..) to 2. Navigate (Browse..) to D:\Drivers\inf_update\infinst_autol.exe and D:\Drivers\Audio\Setup.exe and click OK > click OK. Next. 3. Click Next > Yes > Next. 3.

  • Page 105: Lan (Win2000)

    Drivers & Utilities LAN (Win2000) Hot-Key (Win2000) 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 2. Navigate (Browse..) to 2. Navigate (Browse..) to D:\Drivers\Quick- D:\Drivers\Lan\Setup.exe and click OK. key\CNK001.exe and click OK. 3. Click Next. 3.

  • Page 106: Wireless Lan (Win2000)

    Drivers & Utilities Wireless LAN (Win2000) 2. Click Device Manager (tab), then click “+” next to PCMCIA adapters (if its sub-items are See install procedure in “Gemtek USB Wireless not shown). LAN Module” on page 7 - 2 for Model A comput- 3.

  • Page 107: Windows Xp

    Drivers & Utilities Windows XP New Hardware Found If you see the message “New Hardware Found” This section covers driver and utility installation in- (Found New Hardware Wizard) during the installa- structions for Windows XP (Professional & Home). tion procedure, click Cancel to close the window, and follow the installation procedure as directed.

  • Page 108: Video (Winxp)

    Drivers & Utilities Video (WinXP) Modem (WinXP) 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 2. Navigate (Browse..) to 2. Navigate (Browse..) to D:\Drivers\VGA\Setup.exe and click OK. D:\Drivers\Modem\WinXP\Setup.exe and 3. Click Next > Yes. click OK.

  • Page 109: Hot-Key (Winxp)

    Drivers & Utilities Hot-Key (WinXP) and scroll down to Properties and click on it (go to step 3). 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 2. If you cannot see the My Computer icon click 2. Navigate (Browse..) to D:\Drivers\Quick- Start (menu), then point to (but don’t click just key\CNK001.exe and click OK.

  • Page 110: Wireless Lan (Winxp)

    Drivers & Utilities 10.Navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\ENE- 6. The program will run upon startup. PCMCIA\WINXP and click OK > Next. 7. For further details see “Check Mail Program” 11.Click Finish and close the open windows. on page 2 - 12.Restart your computer. PC Camera (WinXP) Wireless LAN (WinXP) See install procedure in...

  • Page 111: Bios Utilities

    BIOS Utilities Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities Overview Settings Warning This chapter is about the computer’s built-in software. Incorrect settings can cause your system to Your computer comes with built-in BIOS (Basic Input Output System) malfunction. To correct which is an essential set of software routines stored on a chip in your comput- mistakes return to the SCU, go to the Exit er.

  • Page 112: The Power-On Self Test (Post)

    BIOS Utilities The Power-On Self Test (POST) Each time you turn on the computer, the system takes a few seconds to con- duct a POST, including a quick test of the on-board RAM. As the POST pro- The POST Screen ceeds, the computer will tell you if there is anything wrong.

  • Page 113: Post Screen

    BIOS Utilities Insyde Software MobilePro BIOS Version 1.01 Copyright 1983 - 2002 Insyde Software Corp. All Rights Reserved H8 VERSION 04.15.03 Figure 5 - 2 2000MHz Celeron with MMX CPU L2 Cache - 256K Installed POST Screen CPU Microcode Update Rev 011h Complete L2 Cache: 512K installed Celeron 8MB Video RAM...

  • Page 114: Failing The Post

    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.

  • Page 115: The System Configuration Utility

    BIOS Utilities The System Configuration Utility The SCU program tells the system how to configure itself and manage basic features and subsystems (e.g. port configuration and power management). The BIOS Settings V’s OS settings are stored in a nonvolatile battery and written to the CMOS RAM. Settings This means that the settings are saved even when the notebook is turned off.

  • Page 116: Working With The Menu Bar

    BIOS Utilities Working with the Menu Bar You can use the mouse to navigate around the various menus and submenus of the SCU, or alternatively, you can use the following key combinations: Table 5 - 1 Keys Action SCU Menu Activates the menu bar Navigation Keys →...

  • Page 117: Working With The Pull-Down Menu

    BIOS Utilities Working with the Pull-Down Menu Once your desired menu bar item is highlighted, press Enter or left-click with the mouse to see the pull-down menu items. The following keys allow you to move about the pull-down menu: Table 5 - 2 Keys Action Pull-Down Menu...

  • Page 118: Working With Sub-Menus

    BIOS Utilities Working with Sub-Menus Some pull-down menu options have an arrow to the right of the entry which indicates a sub-menu is available. Choose these sub-menus by pressing Enter SCU Screens and the screen will be displayed. Navigate through these screens by using the The screens which ap- keys in the table below: pear on the following...

  • Page 119: Startup Menu

    BIOS Utilities Startup Menu Figure 5 - 4 Insyde Software SCU For Intel chipset Jul 3, 2003 9:40:02 am Startup Menu Memory Disks Components Power Exit Startup Date and Time Devices System √ Fast Boot Floppy Drive A = 1.44MB Boot Device Hard Drive C = 20005MB...

  • Page 120: Boot Device (Startup Menu)

    BIOS Utilities Boot Device (Startup Menu) Specify which device your computer should look on for an operating system by priority. The most common setting is to look for the diskette “A:” first, then the CD-ROM Drive (CD device), and lastly the Hard Disk “C:”. In most cas- es your computer “boots”...

  • Page 121: Display Oem Logo (Startup Menu)

    BIOS Utilities Display OEM logo (Startup Menu) Enable or disable (enabled by default) the display of the OEM logo (if appli- cable) during the POST process. Password Warning Fast Boot for Windows XP (Startup Menu) If you choose to set a Enable or disable (disabled by default) the fast system startup option if you boot password, NEV- ER forget your pass-...

  • Page 122: Memory Menu

    BIOS Utilities Memory Menu Figure 5 - 5 Insyde Software SCU For Intel chipset Mar 28, 2003 6:40:02 am Startup Memory Disks Components Power Exit Memory Menu Devic System VGA Shared Memory Hard D Drive C = 20005MB = 1600MHz VGA Shared Memory VGA Shared Memory Size ( ) 16MB...

  • Page 123: Disks Menu

    BIOS Utilities Disks Menu Figure 5 - 6 Insyde Software SCU For Intel chipset Mar 28, 2003 6:40:02 am Disks Menu Startup Memory Disks Components Power Exit (IDE Settings) Devices IDE Settings System _ Virus Alert Hard Dri ive C = 20005M IDE Settings CPU Cl ck...

  • Page 124: Components Menu

    BIOS Utilities Components Menu Figure 5 - 7 Insyde Software SCU For Intel chipset Jul 9, 2003 6:40:02 am Startup Memory Disks Power Exit Components Components Menu √ Keyboard Numlock Devices System Keyboard Repeat Keyboard Type Hard Drive C = 20 0Keyboard Repeat √...

  • Page 125: Keyboard Type (Components Menu)

    BIOS Utilities Keyboard Type (Components Menu) Change the keyboard language type here. Enable Padlock (Components Menu) Activate Enable Padlock to be able to type the numbers from the numeric key- pad without having to hold down the Fn key. You must have Number Lock activated to be able to use this feature.

  • Page 126: Power Menu

    BIOS Utilities Power Menu Figure 5 - 8 Insyde Software SCU For Intel chipset Mar, 31 2003 6:40:02 am Startup Memory Disks Components Power Exit Power Menu _ Low Power SavingSaving Devices System _ Medium Power Saving High Power Saving Hard Drive C = 30007 M √...

  • Page 127: Low/Medium/High/Customize Power Saving (Power Menu)

    BIOS Utilities Low/Medium/High/Customize Power Saving (Power Menu) You may choose to set power saving options for Low, Medium or High power savings in this menu, or alternatively you may Customize the settings to CPU SpeedStep change the time until the hard disk goes in to standby. These settings apply to Controls &...

  • Page 128: Exit Menu

    BIOS Utilities Exit Menu Figure 5 - 9 Insyde Software For Intel chipset Mar, 28 2003 6:40:02 am Startup Memory Disks Components Power Exit Exit Menu Devices System Save and Exit Exit (No Save) Hard Drive C = 30007 MB CPU Clock = 10 00MHz...

  • Page 129: Upgrading The Computer

    Upgrading The Computer Chapter 6: Upgrading The Computer Overview This chapter contains information on upgrading the computer. Follow the steps outlined to make the desired upgrades. If you have any trouble or prob- Warranty Warning lems you can contact your service representative for further help. Before you Please check with your begin you will need: service representative...

  • Page 130: When Not To Upgrade

    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 •...

  • Page 131: Removing The Battery

    Upgrading The Computer Removing the Battery If you are confident in undertaking upgrade procedures yourself, for safety reasons it is best to remove the battery. Warranty Warning Battery Removal Process Please check with your service representative Turn the computer off, and turn it over. before undertaking any Locate the battery bay at point upgrade procedures to...

  • Page 132: Upgrading The Hard Disk Drive

    Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" IDE hard disk drives with a height of 9.5mm (h) (see “Storage” on page A - 2). Follow your HDD System operating system’s installation instructions, and install all necessary drivers Warning and utilities (as outlined in...

  • Page 133: Hard Disk Removal (Model A)

    Upgrading The Computer Hard Disk Removal (Model A) Remove the cover (see page If you have the optional Wireless LAN module you will need to carefully Ribbon Connectors disconnect the cables at points & & Antenna Cable Slide the hard disk assembly in the direction of the arrow Lift the hard disk assembly up out off the computer, and remove screws To release these con- in order to separate the cover from the hard disk.

  • Page 134: Hard Disk Removal (Model B)

    Upgrading The Computer Hard Disk Removal (Model B) Remove the cover (see page Carefully disconnect the Wireless LAN antenna cable Note: If you do not Wireless LAN Module see the Mini-PCI board and cables etc. then the WLAN module is located on the mainboard in your computer’s design.

  • Page 135: Upgrading The System Memory (Ram)

    Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the System Memory (RAM) The computer has two memory sockets for 200 pin Small Outline Dual In-line (SO-DIMM) - DDR 200/266 MHz - type memory modules. The main memo- ry can be expanded up to 1024MB. The SO-DIMMs supported are 128MB, 256MB, and 512MB in size, and the total memory size is automatically detect- ed by the POST routine once you turn on your computer.
  • Page 136 Upgrading The Computer Figure 6 - Gently pull the two release latches ( & on the sides of the memory socket toward the sides of the computer. Contact Warning Be careful not to touch the metal pins on the module’s connecting edge.

  • Page 137: Upgrading The Cd Device

    Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the CD Device The easy changeable CD device may be upgraded or changed. CD Device Upgrade Process Turn off the computer, and turn it over and remove the battery. Remove screw from the CD Device screw cover ,and remove the cover.

  • Page 138: Upgrading The Processor

    Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Processor If you want to upgrade your computer by replacing the existing processor with a faster/new one you will need to contact your customer service representa- Warranty tive. We recommend that you do not do this yourself, since if it is done incor- The CPU is not a user rectly you may damage the processor or mainboard.

  • Page 139: Wireless & Pc Camera Modules

    Wireless & PC Camera Modules Chapter 7: Wireless & PC Camera Modules Wireless LAN Modules Overview If your computer is Model A the Gemtek This chapter contains the information on the wireless and PC Camera mod- Wireless ules which may come with your computer, depending on the configuration module is an optional purchased.

  • Page 140: Gemtek Usb Wireless Lan Module

    Wireless & PC Camera Modules Gemtek USB Wireless LAN Module The Gemtek USB 802.11b Wireless LAN module is supplied as an option for Wireless Device computer Model A only (see “Model Differences” on page 1 - Operation Aboard Aircraft Before installing the Gemtek USB 802.11b Wireless LAN driver, make sure The use of any porta- that the Wireless LAN module is on (the LED will be green).

  • Page 141: Gemtek Wireless Lan Driver Installation (Win2000)

    Wireless & PC Camera Modules Gemtek Wireless LAN Driver Installation (Win2000) 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 2. Navigate (Browse..) to D:\Drivers\Wireless Lan\MiniUSBW-LAN.exe and click OK. 3. Click Next > Yes > Next > Finish (click Yes or Continue Anyway if asked if you want to continue at any time).

  • Page 142: Gemtek Wireless Lan Driver Installation (Winxp)

    Wireless & PC Camera Modules Gemtek Wireless LAN Driver Installation (WinXP) 1. Click Start (menu) > Run ... 2. Navigate (Browse..) to D:\Drivers\Wireless Lan\MiniUSBW-LAN.exe and click OK. 3. Click Next > Yes > Next > Finish (click Yes or Continue Anyway if asked if you want to continue at any time).

  • Page 143: Intel Pro 2100 Mini Pci Wireless Lan Module

    Wireless & PC Camera Modules Intel PRO 2100 Mini PCI Wireless LAN Module Wireless Device The Intel PRO 2100 Mini PCI Wireless LAN module is supplied as a standard Operation Aboard Aircraft feature for computer Model B only (see “Model Differences” on page 1 - The use of any porta- Before installing the Intel PRO 2100 Mini PCI Wireless LAN driver, make ble electronic trans-...

  • Page 144: Intel Pro 2100 Wireless Lan Driver Installation (Win2000)

    Wireless & PC Camera Modules Intel PRO 2100 Wireless LAN Driver Installation (Win2000) 1. Insert the Intel PRO CD-ROM into the CD drive. 2. Click Wireless LAN Adapters (button). 3. Click Install Software (button). 4. Click Next. 5. Click the button to accept the license and click Next > Next > Install > Finish.
  • Page 145 Wireless & PC Camera Modules 1. Insert the Intel PRO CD-ROM into the CD drive. 2. Click Wireless LAN Adapters (button). 3. Click Install Administration Tools (button). 4. Click Next. Windows 2000 5. Click the button to accept the license and click Next > Next > Install > Internet Explorer 5.5 Finish.

  • Page 146: Intel Pro 2100 Wireless Lan Driver Installation (Winxp)

    Wireless & PC Camera Modules Intel PRO 2100 Wireless LAN Driver Installation (WinXP) 1. Insert the Intel PRO CD-ROM into the CD drive. 2. Click Wireless LAN Adapters (button). 3. Click Install Software (button). 4. Click Next. 5. Click the button to accept the license and click Next > Next > Install > Finish.
  • Page 147 Wireless & PC Camera Modules 1. Insert the Intel PRO CD-ROM into the CD drive. 2. Click Wireless LAN Adapters (button). 3. Click Install Administration Tools (button). 4. Click Next. 5. Click the button to accept the license and click Next > Next > Install > Finish.

  • Page 148: Bluetooth Module

    Wireless & PC Camera Modules Bluetooth Module Before installing the Bluetooth driver, make sure that the optional Bluetooth Wireless Device module is on (the LED will be green). Use the Module ON/OFF Button Operation Aboard (see “Module ON/OFF Button” on page 1 - 13) to toggle power to the Blue- Aircraft tooth module (if the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, click Cancel).

  • Page 149: Bluetooth Driver Audio Setup (Win2000)

    Wireless & PC Camera Modules Bluetooth Driver Audio Setup (Win2000) After installing the Bluetooth driver in Windows 2000 you may no longer hear any sound, nor see the Volume icon in the taskbar. If this is the case then fol- low this procedure: Go to the Sounds &...

  • Page 150: Bluetooth Driver Installation (Winxp)

    Wireless & PC Camera Modules Bluetooth Driver Installation (WinXP) 1. Insert the Bluetooth CD-ROM into the CD drive. 2. The program will run automatically. 3. Click Install Drivers and Application Software and click Next. 4. Click the button to accept the license agreement, then click Next. 5.

  • Page 151: Bluetooth Control Panel Options

    Wireless & PC Camera Modules Bluetooth Control Panel Options You may need to change some control panel options after installing the Blue- tooth driver: Audio Go to the Start menu and point to Settings (or just click Control Panel) and click Control Panel, then double-click the Sounds &...
  • Page 152 Wireless & PC Camera Modules FAX (Win2000) Go to the Start menu and point to Settings and click Control Panel, then double-click the Fax icon. Click Advanced Options (tab) and click the Open Fax Service Management Console (button). Click Devices in the Tree window on the left. The fax devices will be displayed in the right window, with the device with the highest priority displayed at the top.

  • Page 153: Pc Camera

    Wireless & PC Camera Modules PC Camera If you have purchased the optional PC Camera you will need to install the de- vice driver for it as indicated on the following pages (make sure you install Taking Still Pictures the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 - 1 - Install Procedure’...

  • Page 154: Pc Camera Driver Installation (Winxp)

    Wireless & PC Camera Modules PC Camera Driver Installation (WinXP) 1. Insert the PC Camera CD-ROM into the drive. 2. Click Next ( click Continue Anyway if asked if you want to continue at any time). 3. Click Finish to restart the computer. 4.

  • Page 155: Pc Camera Audio Setup

    Wireless & PC Camera Modules 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. (WinXP) Go to the Start menu and point to Settings (or just click Control Panel) and click Control Panel, then double-click the Sounds &...
  • Page 156 Wireless & PC Camera Modules Figure 7 - 5 Audio Setup (Windows XP) 7 - 18 PC Camera...

  • Page 157: Amcap

    Wireless & PC Camera Modules AMCAP AMCAP 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 AMCAP program from the Start > Programs/All Programs > CMM You may pre-allocate PC Camera menu (it is recommended that you set the capture file before the file size for the cap-...
  • Page 158 Wireless & PC Camera Modules Eliminating Screen Flicker If you find that the video screen in the AMCAP program is flickering, you can try to adjust the option from the Video Capture Filter options. Run the AMCAP program from the Start > Programs/All Programs > CMM PC Camera menu.

  • Page 159: Troubleshooting

    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.

  • Page 160: Basic Hints And Tips

    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.

  • Page 161: Backup And General Maintenance

    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.

  • Page 162: Viruses

    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.

  • Page 163: Upgrading And Adding New Hardware/Software

    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.
  • Page 164 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. •...

  • Page 165: Power

    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.
  • Page 166 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The battery pack will not The battery is already fully charged and the indicator light is broken. charge and the charge indicator light is off. A beeping sound is heard The battery power is nearly used up. Connect the AC adapter to your computer. and the low-battery indicator is on.

  • Page 167: Display

    Troubleshooting Display Problem Possible Cause - Solution Nothing appears on The system is in a power saving mode. Toggle the sleep/resume key combination, Fn + screen. Esc (see “Function Keys and Numeric Keypad” on page 2 - 17). The screen controls need to be adjusted. Toggle the screen control key combinations Fn + F9/F10 (see “Opening the LCD”...
  • Page 168 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The screen is flickering, The vertical refresh rate is insufficient on your external monitor. Avoid using the or the images aren’t Simultaneous display mode. Use LCD only or CRT only. Switch to a lower resolution and/ clear.

  • Page 169: Hard Disk & Boot Password

    Troubleshooting Hard Disk & Boot Password Problem Possible Cause - Solution The computer takes Data saved on the hard disk drive may be lost or damaged. Operate the scan disk or disk longer during Startup. defragmenter to check for any lost or damaged data. The computer is waking up from the Hibernate mode.

  • Page 170: Usb Floppy Disk Drive

    Troubleshooting USB Floppy Disk Drive Problem Possible Cause - Solution The floppy disk drive will The floppy disk is not formatted. Format the disk (you may do this by right-clicking the disk not write data to disk. icon in My Computer in Windows and choosing Format from the menu). Bear in mind that this will erase all data contained on the floppy disk.

  • Page 171: Audio & Cd Device

    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 + F11 and F12 (see “Function very low.
  • Page 172 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause - Solution The DVD regional codes The code has been changed the maximum 5 times. See “DVD Regional Codes” on can no longer be page 2 - changed. A music compact disc There may be a problem with the disc hardware or software. Refer to your operating can be read while a data system manual for more information on the software and make sure you have the correct disc can not.

  • Page 173: Pc Card

    Troubleshooting PC Card Problem Possible Cause - Solution The system cannot The PC Card is not inserted into the socket or inserted incorrectly. Remove the card and recognize the PC Card. re-insert it aligning the PC Card with the slot. Push the card in until it locks into place. The PC Card or card driver is not compatible with the computer.

  • Page 174: Keyboard And Mouse

    Troubleshooting Keyboard and Mouse Problem Possible Cause - Solution Unwelcome numbers If the LED is lit, then Num Lock is turned ON. Check that Padlock mode is not enabled appear when typing. (see “Numeric Keypad” on page 2 - 18). I have installed a new You have not installed the driver to enable any extra functions.

  • Page 175: Printer

    Troubleshooting Printer Problem Possible Cause - Solution The printer cannot be The printer is not turned on, is not correctly connected to the computer, or has an internal added to the system or problem. Make sure the printer is on. Check all connections and cables and then try to will not work.

  • Page 176: Operation

    Troubleshooting Operation Problem Possible Cause - Solution The system freezes or The system’s power saving features have timed-out. Use the AC adapter, press the sleep the screen goes dark. (Fn + Esc) key combination, or press the power button if no LEDs are lit. A software conflict made the system “crash”.

  • Page 177: Modules

    Troubleshooting Modules Problem Possible Cause - Solution The Wireless LAN/ The modules are off. Check the LED indicator to see if the modules are on or off (see Bluetooth/PC Camera “LED Status Indicators” on page 2 - 5). If the LED indicator is off, then press the Module modules cannot be On/Off button in order to enable the modules (see “Gemtek USB Wireless LAN Module”...
  • Page 178 Troubleshooting 8 - 20...

  • Page 179: Appendix A. Model A Specifications

    Appendix A. Model A Specifications Processor Options Core Logic • Mobile Intel Pentium® 4 Processor-M - (478- • Intel 852GM + ICH4-M pin) Micro-FCPGA package Structure µ 0.13) 0.13 Micron Process Technology, 512KB • PC2001 Compliant On-die L2 Cache & 400MHz PSB - 1.4/ 1.5/ 1.6/ •...

  • Page 180: Bios

    BIOS Storage • One 512KB Flash ROM • One changeable 12.7mm(h) CD Device Type • Insyde BIOS, Plug and Play (1.0a) Drive • Easy changeable 2.5" 9.5 mm (h) HDD Supports Master Mode IDE Supports LBA Mode • 14.1" XGA Flat Panel TFT (1024*768) Supports PIO Mode 4 ATA-33/66/100 Display...

  • Page 181: Keyboard

    Keyboard Power Management • A4 Size Win 95 Keyboard • Supports ACPI 2.0 • Built-In TouchPad with Scrolling Function • Power Button as Sleep/Resume Key • Supports Hibernate Mode Interface • Supports Standby Mode • Supports Battery Low Sleep Mode •...

  • Page 182: Buttons

    Buttons Optional • E-Mail • Standard Smart Lithium-Ion (65Watt) Battery • Internet Browser Pack • Power • 802.11b Module with USB Interface • Module ON/OFF Button • Bluetooth 1.1 MDC Module • 2.5" 12.5/12.7mm Height Hard Disk Drive Environmental Spec •...

  • Page 183: Appendix B. Model B Specifications

    Appendix B. Model B Specifications Processor Options Structure • Intel Pentium® M - (478-pin) Micro-FCPGA • PC2001 Compliant package • PCI 2.2 Compliant • ACPI 2.0 Compliant µ 0.13) 0.13 Micron Process Technology, 1MB On-die L2 Cache & 400MHz PSB - 1.3/ 1.4/ 1.5/ Security 1.6/ 1.7 GHz •...
  • Page 184 Storage • 14.1" XGA Flat Panel TFT (1024*768) • One changeable 12.7mm(h) CD Device Type Drive Display • Easy changeable 2.5" 9.5 mm (h) HDD Supports Master Mode IDE • Dynamic Video Memory Technology Supports LBA Mode • 128 bit 2D/3D Graphics Engine Supports PIO Mode 4 •...

  • Page 185: Power Management

    Keyboard Power Management • A4 Size Win 95 Keyboard • Supports ACPI 2.0 • Built-In TouchPad with Scrolling Function • Power Button as Sleep/Resume Key • Supports Hibernate Mode Interface • Supports Standby Mode • Two USB 2.0/1.1 Ports • Supports Battery Low Sleep Mode •...

  • Page 186: Physical Dimensions

    Buttons Physical Dimensions • E-Mail • 312mm (w) * 273mm (d) * 27.5mm (h) Min • Internet Browser • Power Weight • Module ON/OFF Button • 2.2 kg without Battery Environmental Spec Optional • Temperature • Standard Smart Lithium-Ion (48Watt) Battery °...

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