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DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000
User's Guide
Part Number: ER-PF1WW-UA. A01
Digital Equipment Corporation
Maynard, Massachusetts

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 User's Guide Part Number: ER-PF1WW-UA. A01 Digital Equipment Corporation Maynard, Massachusetts...
  • Page 2 The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Digital Equipment Corporation. Digital Equipment Corporation assumes no responsibility for any errors that might appear in this document. The software described in this document is furnished under a license and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of such license.
  • Page 3 The FCC wants you to know... 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. Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1 Getting to Know Your Computer Features ............................1-1 Components, Controls, and Indicators ..................1-2 Front and Right Side Components ..................1-2 Front and Left Side Components ..................1-4 Back Components ........................ 1-6 Bottom Components ......................1-7 LCD Status Display ......................1-8 Keyboard Hot Keys........................
  • Page 5 3 Power and Your Computer LiIon Battery ..........................3-2 Smart Battery Operation ......................3-3 Replacing the Battery......................3-3 Power Management Modes....................3-6 Standby Mode .......................3-6 Suspend Mode.......................3-7 Power Management........................3-8 Good Power Management Habits ..................3-8 The Standby/Resume Feature ..................3-8 The Suspend/Resume Feature ..................3-8 Screen Brightness......................3-8 The CD-ROM/Diskette Drive ..................3-8 PC Cards ........................3-8 AC Power........................3-9...
  • Page 6 5 Peripherals Connecting an External Keyboard or PS/2 Mouse..............5-2 Connecting a Monitor ......................... 5-3 Connecting a Printer........................5-5 Connecting a Serial Device ......................5-6 PC Cards ............................. 5-7 Installing a PC Card ......................5-7 Removing a PC Card......................5-8 Connecting a Phone Line to the Internal Modem ...............
  • Page 7 A Technical Specifications System Specifications......................... A-1 Environment..........................A-2 B Environmental Information viii...

  • Page 8: About This Guide

    Ultra 2000 notebook computer. This guide, along with the on-line help that can be installed from the DIGITAL HiNote System CD, should familiarize you with all aspects of the notebook computer. Audience This guide is written for anyone using or configuring the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook computer. Organization This guide contains the following: •...
  • Page 9 • Chapter 5: Peripherals – This chapter provides information on connecting peripheral devices to your notebook computer. • Chapter 6: External Devices and Options – This chapter describes how to connect external devices and options to your notebook computer. • Chapter 7: Troubleshooting –...
  • Page 10 Acronyms Acronyms Meaning Advanced Power Management ASTN Active Scan Technology (Dynamic Matrix) BIOS Basic Input/Output System CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor DIMM Dual In-line Memory Module Direct Memory Access DSTN Dual Super Twisted Nematic DRAM Dynamic Random Access Memory Extended Data Out Floppy Disk Drive Hard Disk Drive Integrated Drive Electronics (internal hard disk drive interface)
  • Page 11 Special Notices Three kinds of special notices are used in this guide to emphasize specific information. ________________________ WARNING __________________________ Warning: Indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause personal injury if the hazard is not avoided. ____________________________________________________________ _________________________ Caution ___________________________ Caution: Indicates the presence of a hazard that might cause damage to hardware or that might corrupt data.

  • Page 12: Related Documentation

    3. Scroll down to the Firmware and Drivers bullet and change [Select Library] to Intel- based systems. Click on the [Go] button. 4. Scroll to the HiNote Portables Table of Contents and click on HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook. Click on the desired Driver or User Information to download the data to your hard drive.

  • Page 13: Getting To Know Your Computer

    Getting to Know Your Computer This chapter identifies and describes the features, components, controls, and indicators of your DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook computer. It also describes the function of the different hot keys and provides suggestions for creating a comfortable work environment.

  • Page 14: Components, Controls, And Indicators

    Getting to Know Your Computer Components, Controls, and Indicators This section shows the locations and provides a description of the different components, controls, and indicators on your DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook computer. Front and Right Side Components Component Description Power LED The green Power LED (lower) lights when the notebook is On.
  • Page 15 Getting to Know Your Computer DEC01156 Figure 1-1 Front and Right Side View...

  • Page 16: Front And Left Side Components

    Getting to Know Your Computer Front and Left Side Components Component Description Lid Release One of two lid releases. Push in both releases at the same time to open the LCD panel. Speaker Left stereo speaker used to hear sound files and system sounds. PC Card Ejectors Ejects a PC Card.
  • Page 17 Getting to Know Your Computer DEC01154 Figure 1-2 Front and Left Side View...

  • Page 18: Back Components

    Getting to Know Your Computer Back Components Component Description AC In Input connection for Universal AC adapter External Keyboard/ An external keyboard or PS/2 mouse connects to Mouse Port this port. RJ11 Modem Port An analog telephone line connects to this port (modem functionality on selected models only).

  • Page 19: Bottom Components

    Getting to Know Your Computer Bottom Components Component Description Battery Release Releases the LiIon battery from the notebook computer for removal. LiIon Battery Provides power to your notebook computer. CD-ROM/Diskette Releases either a diskette or CD-ROM Drive module from the Drive Module Release Diskette/CD-ROM Drive Bay.

  • Page 20: Lcd Status Display

    Getting to Know Your Computer LCD Status Display Indicator Shows... AC Power – The computer is connected to and operating from its external AC power supply. Standby – The computer is in Standby Mode. Any system activity such as, pressing a key on the keyboard, touch pad, mouse, or other system activity resumes normal operation.

  • Page 21: Keyboard Hot Keys

    Getting to Know Your Computer Keyboard Hot Keys The hot keys are used to set up and control the computer. These keys are activated by holding down the [fn] key (located in the lower left corner of the keyboard) and pressing the desired function key.
  • Page 22 Getting to Know Your Computer Function Toggles the system sound between mute and unmute. Enables and disables the keyboard’s embedded key pad. The state of this key is shown in the LCD status display. This hot key is used in conjunction with the [F9] hot key to control the embedded key pad.

  • Page 23: Controlling Power

    Getting to Know Your Computer Controlling Power Unique to DIGITAL’s notebooks, the Suspend/Resume button not only enables you to take advantage of the built-in power saving features but also turns the notebook On and Off. Goal Action Press this button to turn the system On from the Off state. Press this button to place your system in Suspend mode, if it is on.

  • Page 24: Using The Touch Pad

    Getting to Know Your Computer Using the Touch pad The touch pad is a touch-sensitive pointing device that provides all the features of a mouse. Although its operation differs from a mouse, its function is the same – to move the cursor around the screen.

  • Page 25: Zoomed Video Support

    Zoomed Video Support Your DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook computer supports Zoomed Video using the lower CardBus slot only. Using a Zoomed Video option card in this slot enables you to run full motion video applications, such as MPEG playback, video capture, and TV in a window on your notebook computer.

  • Page 26: Getting Started

    Plugging In and Turning On The first time you use your DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook computer you should fully charge the battery. The battery is fully charged when the Universal AC Adapter is connected to the system and the Battery Charging LED (Figure 1-1) is not On.
  • Page 27 Getting Started To power the notebook using the supplied Universal AC Adapter, refer to the following instructions: Connect the Universal AC Adapter to the AC input on the notebook computer (Figure 2-1, step 1). The arrow on the connector should be on top. Plug the power cord into the AC Adapter (Figure 2-1, step 2).
  • Page 28 Getting Started ________________________ WARNING __________________________ Do not use an AC Adapter other than the one provided by Digital Equipment Corporation for the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook computer and options. To avoid personal injury and/or equipment damage, do not open the case of the Universal AC Adapter.

  • Page 29: Windows Software

    The DIGITAL HiNote System CD also contains hardware specific drivers for your DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook computer along with instructions on how to install the drivers. It also has utilities that can be used to create a system boot diskette in the event you need to reinstall the operating system on your hard drive.

  • Page 30: Creating A Comfortable Working Environment

    Getting Started Creating a Comfortable Working Environment The following tips can help minimize eye strain and body fatigue when using your notebook computer: • Adjust your chair so that: − Your feet are flat on the floor–use a footrest if needed. −...
  • Page 31 Getting Started For more information related to using your notebook computer, install and run the Mobile Wellness Tutorial on the DIGITAL HiNote System CD found in the applications directory. DEC00318 Figure 2-3 Providing a Comfortable Working Environment...

  • Page 32: Power And Your Computer

    Power and Your Computer Your DIGITAL notebook computer can be powered by: • Battery • Universal AC Adapter ___________________________ Note ____________________________ If the notebook is operating on AC power, the battery will continue to charge until full. The amber battery charge indicator, located on the front of the system (Figure 1-1), is lit while the battery is charging.

  • Page 33: Liion Battery

    To prevent risk of fire and exposure to hazardous energy, do not crush, puncture, incinerate, or disassemble the battery. Do not expose to fire or heat above 60 degrees Celsius. The battery is designed for use with HiNote Ultra 2000 series notebook personal computer and accessories ____________________________________________________________...

  • Page 34: Smart Battery Operation

    ____________________________________________________________ Smart Battery Operation Your DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 uses a Smart Battery. The battery has circuitry that reports the amount of charge in the battery to the system. Initial Use – To properly initialize the circuitry that reports the state of the battery charge, you should: Fully charge the battery.
  • Page 35 Press the [Suspend/Resume] button to Suspend the notebook computer. ___________________________Note ____________________________ The DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 Bridge Battery provides five minutes to change the LiIon battery while the notebook computer in Suspend mode. If the main battery is out of the system for more than five minutes and it is not connected to the AC adapter, all unsaved data will be lost.
  • Page 36 Power and Your Computer To install the battery: Verify that the battery latch is over to the right (Figure 3-2, step 1). Place the battery in the battery compartment (Figure 3-2, step 2). While pressing down on the battery near the latch, slide the battery latch to the left so that you cannot see the red dot (Figure 3-2, step 3).

  • Page 37: Power Management Modes

    Power and Your Computer Power Management Modes Your notebook computer is factory-configured with preset power management values. If you are not an advanced user, start by using the factory-configured power management settings. If you find that the factory settings do not fit your specific needs, enter the System Setup Program and make the needed changes.

  • Page 38: Suspend Mode

    Power and Your Computer Suspend Mode Suspend Mode saves power by removing power from all system functions except memory. Suspend Mode is entered as follows: • Press the Suspend/Resume button. • Close the LCD display lid (unless in Desktop Mode). •...

  • Page 39: Power Management

    Power and Your Computer Power Management Your DIGITAL notebook computer comes equipped with power management features designed to reduce system energy consumption. By understanding these features and utilizing good power management techniques, you will obtain the longest possible battery run time. Good Power Management Habits If you often operate the notebook on battery power, it is important to develop good power saving habits to maximize battery life.

  • Page 40: Ac Power

    Power and Your Computer AC Power The most obvious way to conserve battery power is to avoid using the battery when there is an available AC power source. The Universal AC Adapter is lightweight and compact, so it is very convenient to bring while traveling. By using the Universal AC Adapter as much as possible, you can ensure you will have a charged battery whenever you really need it.
  • Page 41 Power and Your Computer After 5 minutes of system inactivity, the notebook enters Standby. After 5 additional minutes (a total of 10 minutes of inactivity), the system enters Suspend Time-out. 3-10...

  • Page 42: Power Management Summary

    Power and Your Computer Power Management Summary The following table summarizes the Notebook’s power-saving features: Power Mode How to Enter Mode How to Resume • Automatically when system Press any of the keys on Standby has been inactive for the the keyboard.

  • Page 43: Configuring Your Computer

    Configuring Your Computer This chapter provides information on how to configure your notebook computer and its security features using the System Setup utility. Your notebook computer comes configured with default settings selected for typical notebook computer use. If you are familiar with Setup utility programs and their uses, refer to the appropriate sections in this chapter to setup or update your notebook computer.

  • Page 44: Updating Your Notebook Computer's Configuration

    Configuring Your Computer Updating Your Notebook Computer's Configuration There are number of hardware features that can be configured on your notebook computer. Feature Selections Power Disabled Maximum Battery Life Maximum Performance Advanced Lid Switch Suspend Beep System Date/Time CD-ROM Boot Floppy Boot Quick Boot NUM Lock...

  • Page 45: Helpful Hints

    Configuring Your Computer Helpful Hints When updating your computer’s setup information there are several keyboard keys assigned to help you select menus and sub-menus, options, and to change option values. Function → Cursor keys move the cursor to the right and left ←...

  • Page 46: Power Features

    Configuring Your Computer Power Features Your notebook computer is factory-configured with preset power management values. If you are not an advanced user, start by using the default factory-configured power management settings. If you find that the factory settings do not fit your specific needs, enter the System Setup Program and make the needed changes.

  • Page 47: Advanced Power Features

    Configuring Your Computer Advanced Power Features These features are accessed by selecting the Advanced field in Power Features. Field Settings Comments Hard Disk Disabled This option allows you to specify a period of time the Timer Selected times hard disk drive must be inactive before it spins down. There are separate timer entries for AC Power and Battery Power.

  • Page 48: System Features

    Configuring Your Computer System Features Feature Settings Comments Date/Time Current Date/Time Sets your notebook computer to a specified date and time. CD-ROM Enabled This option enables or disables the ability to boot Boot Disabled* from a CD-ROM installed in the notebook computer. (No Check Mark) When enabled, the CD-ROM is the first device in the boot sequence.

  • Page 49: Device Features

    Configuring Your Computer Device Features Feature Settings Comments Serial Port Disabled Disables the onboard Serial Port. Auto* Enables and automatically configures the port. Manual Enables and allows you to manually configure the I/O address and Interrupt Request (IRQ) line for the port. InfraRed Disabled* Disables the onboard Infrared Port.

  • Page 50: Security Features

    Configuring Your Computer Security Features Feature Settings Comments Set User Enter a password of up This option allows you to set a User Password to eight alphanumeric Password that will be required during: characters. System Boot, Resume, and Undock operations if selected. The Dock Security and Modify Password Mode features are used to select the operations that will require a password.

  • Page 51: Notebook Computer Security

    Configuring Your Computer Notebook Computer Security Notebook Computer Security is important to avoid theft or accidental loss of your computer software and hardware. The DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 provides the following levels of protection: • User Password – Used to prevent unauthorized access to files on your notebook computer and unauthorized removal of a docked option.

  • Page 52: Deleting The User Password

    Configuring Your Computer Type in up to an eight character User password and press [Enter]. To confirm, type in your User password a second time and press [Enter]. ___________________________Note ____________________________ If a password already exists, you will be prompted to enter the old password before a new one can be set.

  • Page 53: Setting/Changing The Supervisor Password

    Configuring Your Computer Setting/Changing the Supervisor Password Perform the following steps to set or change the Supervisor password: Turn on your notebook computer. 2. After Power On Self-Test (POST) successfully completes, press [fn] + [F3] to access System Setup. The System Setup main menu appears on the screen. 3.

  • Page 54: Default Features

    Configuring Your Computer Default Features Feature Settings Comments Save User Default Stores the current Setup values as the user default Settings values in non-volatile memory. Load User Default Loads all values stored under User Defaults as the Settings new system values. Load Factory Loads all values to their Factory Default Settings.

  • Page 55: Peripherals

    Peripherals This chapter provides information on connecting peripheral devices to your DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook computer. Peripheral devices that you can connect to your notebook computer include: • Keyboard/Mouse • External Monitor • Parallel Devices • Serial Device •...

  • Page 56: Connecting An External Keyboard Or Ps/2 Mouse

    Peripherals Connecting an External Keyboard or PS/2 Mouse Rotate the keyboard or mouse cable connector until the arrow marking is on top. This marking indicates the keyway (notch) on the cable connector is aligned with the keyway of the notebook computer’s socket. Plug the cable connector into the socket.

  • Page 57: Connecting A Monitor

    Peripherals Connecting a Monitor Connect and fully tighten the monitor signal cable to the monitor connector at the rear of the notebook computer. ___________________________ Note ____________________________ Make sure the monitor is turned off before connecting its power cord to the wall outlet.
  • Page 58 Peripherals Press [fn] + [F4] until there is a monitor display or there is a display on both the monitor and the LCD screen. You can configure the notebook computer’s Lid Switch function to Desktop Mode. This allows your notebook computer to emulate a desktop computer using a external monitor, keyboard, and mouse.

  • Page 59: Connecting A Printer

    Peripherals Connecting a Printer Connect and fully tighten the printer signal cable to the parallel port. ___________________________ Note ____________________________ Make sure the printer is turned off before connecting its power cord to the wall outlet. ____________________________________________________________ Connect the printer’s power cord to a working wall outlet. Refer to your printer’s documentation for configuration information and the operating system documentation for general information about printers.

  • Page 60: Connecting A Serial Device

    Peripherals Connecting a Serial Device Connect a serial device to the serial port connector as shown. DEC01164 Figure 5-4 Connecting a Serial Device...

  • Page 61: Pc Cards

    Peripherals PC Cards Your DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook computer has PC Card slots located on the left side of the computer. These slots can hold two Type I or Type II PC Cards or one Type III PC Card.

  • Page 62: Removing A Pc Card

    Peripherals Removing a PC Card To remove a PC Card: 1. Use the operating system software to shutdown the PC Card. 2. Locate the eject button next to the PC Card socket. Using the tip of your finger, hinge the eject button out of the unit to the left (Figure 5-6, step 1). Push in on the eject button to remove the PC Card (Figure 5-6, step 2).

  • Page 63: Connecting A Phone Line To The Internal Modem

    Peripherals Connecting a Phone Line to the Internal Modem Selected units come with an internal Data/FAX/Voice Modem. To connect a phone line to the internal modem: 1. Connect a phone cord with an RJ11 connector to the RJ11 port located on the back of the notebook computer as shown.

  • Page 64: Connecting External Audio Devices

    Peripherals Connecting External Audio Devices Your notebook computer allows you to attach external speakers or headphones and an external microphone to the system (Figure 5-8). Connecting Speakers/Headphones Locate the speaker/headphone port located on the side of the notebook computer. Plug stereo headphones or speakers into the port. This disables the notebook computer’s internal speakers.
  • Page 65 Peripherals DEC01203 Figure 5-8 Connecting External Audio Devices 5-11...

  • Page 66: Expansion Devices And Options

    Your DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook was designed to make memory upgrading easy. The DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 uses fast speed 3.3V EDO (Extended Data Out) 60ns 144-pin SO-DIMM modules. The DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 has removable hard disk...

  • Page 67: Optional Memory

    NTSC/PAL video output, and a USB port. Optional Memory Your DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook computer comes with 16MB or greater of onboard EDO memory. You can add additional memory for a total of 144MB or greater. Additional memory is available in 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, and 64MB SO-DIMMs. When installing DIMMs, they can be installed as single modules.

  • Page 68: Installing Optional Memory

    Expansion Devices and Options Installing Optional Memory To install additional memory: 1. Save all data and shutdown any running applications and turn off the notebook computer by pressing and holding [fn] + [Suspend/Resume] button for four seconds. 2. Turn the unit over so the bottom is facing up. 3.
  • Page 69 Expansion Devices and Options Align the notch in the 3.3v EDO memory module with the plastic tab in the memory cradle (Figure 6-2, step 1). Install the memory module by inserting it at an angle into one of the two sockets (Figure 6-2, step 2).

  • Page 70: Removing Memory

    Replace the memory compartment cover and press around the edges to make sure it is properly seated. Replacing the Removable Hard Disk Drive Your DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 computer has a removable hard drive. The following procedures describe how to remove and install the hard drive. _________________________ Caution ___________________________ •...
  • Page 71 Expansion Devices and Options Unlatch the keyboard by sliding the Keyboard latches toward the LCD display (Figure 6-3, step 1). Carefully lift the keyboard up and rotate it toward the LCD display (Figure 6-3, step 2). _________________________ Caution ___________________________ Be careful not to damage the flat cable that connects the keyboard to the notebook computer.
  • Page 72 Expansion Devices and Options Slide the latch that holds the hard drive in place to the unlocked position (Figure 6-4, step 1). Pull up on the attached ribbon loop (Figure 6-4, step 2). DEC01205-2Figure 6-4 Releasing the Hard Drive...
  • Page 73 Expansion Devices and Options Remove the hard drive (Figure 6-5). DEC01206-2 Figure 6-5 Removing the Hard Drive...

  • Page 74: Installing The Hard Drive

    Expansion Devices and Options Installing the Hard Drive To install the hard drive (Figure 6-6 through Figure 6-8): Slide the left side of the hard drive down and into the computer (Figure 6-6). Ensure that the hard drive is securely seated (Figure 6-7, step 1). DEC01206-3 Figure 6-6 Inserting the Hard Drive...
  • Page 75 Expansion Devices and Options Slide the hard drive latch into the locked position (Figure 6-7, step 2). DEC01205-3 Figure 6-7 Locking the Hard Drive 6-10...
  • Page 76 Expansion Devices and Options Lower the keyboard back into place (Figure 6-8, step 1). Slide the keyboard latches into the locked position (Figure 6-8, step 2). DEC01204-3 Figure 6-8 Replacing the Hard Drive 6-11...

  • Page 77: Cd-Rom/Diskette Drive Module

    Expansion Devices and Options CD-ROM/Diskette Drive Module To remove CD-ROM or Diskette Drive module: 1. Slide the release latch located on the bottom of the notebook computer to the unlocked position (Figure 1-4, callout number 3). 2. Pull the CD-ROM/Diskette Drive module out of the system (Figure 6-9). DEC01143-4 Figure 6-9 Removing CD-ROM/Diskette Drive Module 6-12...

  • Page 78: Digital Hinote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator

    Figure 6-10 Installing CD-ROM/Diskette Drive Module DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator The DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook can be used as a full office PC by connecting it to the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator. The hot dockable DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator provides full port replication plus a battery charge bay.

  • Page 79: Connections And Controls

    Expansion Devices and Options Connections and Controls Connector/Control Description Battery Charging Bay Charge a battery with or without the notebook computer docked to the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator. Docking LED When lit, indicates that the device is docked. When off, indicates that the device is undocked or can be undocked.
  • Page 80 Expansion Devices and Options Connector/Control Description AC In Input connection for AC adapter. Mouse Connector PS/2 style connector for a mouse. RJ45 Port Reserved for future network connection. Serial Port A serial device connects to this port. Parallel Port A parallel device, such as a printer connects to this port. Video Port A monitor connects to this port.

  • Page 81: Connecting The Digital Hinote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator

    Expansion Devices and Options Connecting the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator The DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator supports hot docking with the notebook computer. It also supports hot docking of the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock with the notebook computer attached. To connect the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator (refer to Figure 6-13): Close the I/O Connector cover on the back of the notebook computer.

  • Page 82: Removing The Digital Hinote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator

    Expansion Devices and Options If not already attached, connect the supplied Universal AC adapter, external monitor, mouse, keyboard and other devices to the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator. Removing the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator To remove the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator from the notebook computer: While the system is running: •...

  • Page 83: Charging A Battery Using The Digital Hinote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator

    There is a danger of explosion if a lithium battery is incorrectly replaced. Lithium batteries must be replaced with the same or equivalent type recommended. Replace the main system battery only with DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 series of rechargeable Lithium Ion battery packs. For more information contact your DIGITAL Service Center.
  • Page 84 Expansion Devices and Options _______________ Battery Recycling and Disposal _________________ Recycle or dispose of batteries contained in this product properly, in accordance with local regulations for battery type as marked on the battery. Prior to disposal or recycling, protect batteries against accidental short circuiting by affixing non-conductive tape across battery terminals and conductive surfaces.

  • Page 85: Digital Hinote Ultra Multimedia Dock

    Expansion Devices and Options DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock The DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock provides all the functions of a desktop docking station in a thin and light-weight form factor. It provides you with the hardware needed to deliver outstanding multimedia presentations. The DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock provides three speakers (two full range speakers and a sub-woofer), CardBus slots (two Type II/ one Type III), MIDI/Joystick port, 3D sound and wavetable support, CD-ROM/Diskette Drive module bay, NTSC/PAL video output, and a USB port.
  • Page 86 Expansion Devices and Options DEC01210 Figure 6-16 DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock Connections and Controls (Left Side) 6-21...

  • Page 87: Connections And Controls (Right Side)

    Expansion Devices and Options Connections and Controls (Right Side) Connector/Control Description Docking LED When lit, indicates that the device is docked. When Off, indicates that the device can be undocked. Undock Request Button Used to the send an Undock request to the operating system.
  • Page 88 Expansion Devices and Options DEC01208 Figure 6-17 DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock Connections and Controls (Right Side) 6-23...

  • Page 89: Connections And Controls (Bottom)

    Expansion Devices and Options Connections and Controls (Bottom) Connector/Control Description Subwoofer Provides lower frequency audio output. Docking Connector Used when connecting to the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator. Slide open the cover before connecting to the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator.

  • Page 90: Connecting The Digital Hinote Ultra Multimedia Dock

    Expansion Devices and Options Connecting the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock The DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock can be hot docked with the notebook computer. To connect the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock: 1. Slide open the docking connector door located on the bottom of the notebook computer (Figure 6-19, step 1).

  • Page 91: Removing The Digital Hinote Ultra Multimedia Dock

    Expansion Devices and Options Removing the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock To remove the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock from the notebook computer: When the system is running: • Press the Undock request button located on the right side of the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock (Figure 6-20, step 1), or •...
  • Page 92 Expansion Devices and Options ___________________________ Note ____________________________ When Dock Security is enabled, you cannot undock the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock if the system is in Suspend mode or powered off. The system has to be on and you must press the Undock request button or make an Undock request from Windows.

  • Page 93: Troubleshooting

    3. Scroll down to the Firmware and Drivers bullet and change [Select Library] to Intel- based systems. Click on the [Go] button. 4. Scroll to the HiNote Portables Table of Contents and click on HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook. Click on the desired Driver or User Information to download the data to your hard drive.

  • Page 94: Notebook Computer Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Notebook Computer Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action System does Battery Pack is drained. Charge the Battery Pack. not start when Battery Pack is defective. Replace the Battery Pack. the notebook Main logic board failure. Press the Reset Button located under the computer is keyboard and next to the hard drive.
  • Page 95 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Notebook “Floppy Boot” option Remove the diskette from drive A. computer does enabled in Setup not boot from Operating system soft- Install the appropriate operating system. the hard disk ware is not installed on drive. the hard disk drive.
  • Page 96 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action An external Loose or incorrect cable Check all cable connections, including AC monitor is connections power (Figure 5-2). connected and is The notebook’s video Use the [fn] + [F4] key combination to not working. mode may be in LCD switch to CRT or Simul (simultaneously only.

  • Page 97: Lcd Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting LCD Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Power is on, LCD brightness Adjust the LCD brightness using the brightness hot but there is no incorrectly set. key combinations (Chapter 1). LCD display. Contrast is incorrectly set Adjust the Contrast using the slide control next to (ASTN screens only).
  • Page 98 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action SRAM card Missing device driver(s). Refer to the operating system’s on-line help for does not work information on configuring SRAM PC Cards. (single beep). SRAM card Incorrect drive letter Refer to operating system’s on-line help. does not work assigned.

  • Page 99: Audio And Ir Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Audio and IR Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Sound is not Configuration problem. From the Windows Control Panel double- working. click the System icon and verify the sound device is properly configured and the drivers are loaded. Press [fn] + [F7] to turn on the internal audio feature.

  • Page 100: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications System Specifications Model Feature VTS5166M GTX5166M CPU Intel Pentium 166 MHz MMX 166 MHz MMX 12.1" SVGA TFT 14.1" XGA TFT 2.1 GB 2.1 GB Upgradeable HDD L2 Cache 512KB 512KB Base RAM 16MB – EDO 3.3v 16MB – EDO 3.3v Maximum RAM 144MB 144MB...
  • Page 101 3 years 3 years The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Digital Equipment Corporation. Environment Storage Temperature: 0° Celsius to 60° Celsius (32° F to 140° F)

  • Page 102: Environmental Information

    Asbestos Digital Equipment Corporation does not use asbestos in any form in the manufacturing of its products. The use of asbestos in DIGITAL’s products is prescribed by our internal design standard EL-00136-00, “DIGITAL Policy on Government-Regulated Materials in DIGITAL Products.”...
  • Page 103 Index run time, 3-2 smart battery operation, 3-3 Battery life, 3-8 AC Adapter, 2-2, 2-3, 3-1 Battery release AC input description, 1-7 description, 1-6 Battery run time, 3-6, 3-8 DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator, 6-15 AC power, connecting, 2-1 Acronyms, xi Caps lock, 1-8 Applications, 2-4...
  • Page 104 Index Diskette, 3-6, 3-8 drivebay, 1-2 Diskette drive, 3-8 DIGITAL HiNote System CD, 2-4 installing, 6-13 DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator removing, 6-12 AC Input, 6-15 Diskette release battery charging bay, 6-14 description, 1-7 battery, charging, 6-18 Display charging LED, 6-14 contrast control description, 1-2 connecting, 6-16 Docking...
  • Page 105 Index controlling LCD display brightness, 1-9 enabling/disabling display port/LCD display, 1- Fast IR port enabling/disabling speakers, 1-9 description, 1-6 escape key, 1-9 FDD, xi function keys, 1-9 Floppy Disk, xi hot keys, 1-9 Floppy Disk Drive, xi maximizing battery life, 1-9 Floppy drive.
  • Page 106 Index LiIon, 3-1 Numeric, embedded keypad Line in LCD status display, 1-8 DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock, 6-20 Operating System, xi Memory, xi, 6-1 Optional Expansion Devices, 6-1 installing, 6-3 Options optional, 6-2 external keyboard, 5-2 removing, 6-5 external monitor, 5-3 Memory door external mouse, 5-2 description, 1-7...
  • Page 107 Index PC Cards, 5-1 DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock, 6-20, phone lines, 5-1 6-22 serial devices, 5-1 Removable Hard Drive. See Hard drive Phone line Replacing the battery, 3-3 connecting, 5-9 Reset button Phone Lines, 5-1 description, 1-2 Port Replicator, 6-13. See DIGITAL HiNote Ultra location, 1-2 Enhanced Port Replicator Running Setup...
  • Page 108 Index Speakers PC Card, 7-5 connecting, 5-10 Turning off your computer, 1-11 enabling/disabling speakers, 1-9 TV switch stereo audio output jack, 1-2 DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock, 6-22 Special Notices, xii Specifications, 1 Standby, 3-6, 3-8, 3-9, 3-10, 3-11 Undock request Standby mode DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port escape key, 1-9...

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