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  • Page 1 On - Line Manual...
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Canadian Doc Notice

    Federal Communications Commission (FCC) PART 68 Warning This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. On the bottom of the computer is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. You must, upon request, provide this information to your telephone company.

  • Page 4: Macrovision License Of Notice

    Macrovision License of Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual rights owned by Macrovision Corporation, and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation.
  • Page 5 Chapter 1 Front with the display closed Right side Left side Back side Underside Front with the display open System window and LED control...

  • Page 6: Finding Your Way Around

    Finding Your Way Around This chapter presents a "grand tour" of your computer with illustrations to guide you along your way. It serves as a reference when you need to locate specific parts of the computer. Front with the display closed The Diskette drive allows you to use either high-density or double-density 3.5-inch diskettes.

  • Page 7: Front Panel Controls

    Front panel controls AP/Lock/Audio CD The AP/Lock/Audio CD has three different positions: ϖ When the switch is in AP mode, the buttons act as hot keys and launch a predefined program of your choice. ϖ When the switch in Lock mode, the four front panel control buttons (stop/eject, play/pause, previous track, next track) are disabled.
  • Page 8 Power and battery indicator lights The on/off light glows green when the computer is on, or when the computer is off and the AP/Lock/Audio CD is set to CD. Mail button The link to New mail express. The link to mail express. The link to Internet express.

  • Page 9: Right Side

    Right side The 3.5 mm Headphone jack lets you connect stereo headphones or other audio-output device, such as external speakers. Connecting headphones or other devices to this jack automatically disables the internal speakers. The 3.5 mm Microphone jack lets you connect an external monaural microphone or other audio-input device.

  • Page 10: Left Side

    Left side The manual eject button enables you to manually eject a disc from the CD-ROM drive. The CD-ROM drive allows you to install and run programs from application CD-ROMs. You can also use it to play audio CDs.

  • Page 11: Back Side

    Back side The Security lock slot allows you to attach an optional computer cable lock to secure the computer to a large, heavy object, such as your desk. The IEEE 1394 port standard devices. DEFINITION: USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data- transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps.
  • Page 12 The Parallel port lets you connect a parallel printer, or other parallel device, including ECP- compatible devices. The VGA display port allows you to connect an external monitor. DEFINITION: ECP (Extended Capabilities Port) is a parallel port standard for PCs that support bi-directional communication between the PC and attached devices (such as a printer).
  • Page 13 Underside The Memory slot cover protects the extension memory module. The Battery provides DC power to the computer. The Battery release latch secures the battery to the computer and prevents it from falling out. The Battery latch lock is the double lock for the battery. It prevents the battery release latch moving to undesired position cause battery falling out.

  • Page 14: Front With The Display Open

    Front with the display open LCD screen: Your Notebook’s VGA display is one of models -1024 x 768 XGA TFT color LCD, display area 13.3” -1024 x 768 XGA TFT color LCD, display area 14.1” -1024 x 768 XGA TFT color LCD, display area 15.0” -1400 x 1050 SXGA+ TFT color LCD, display area 15.0”...
  • Page 15 The Power button turns the computer on and off, or let system enter lower power mode (Standby, Hibernation) depends on power management setting in OS. The Lid switch can be used to control LCD back light on/off or let system enter into suspend mode of lower power depends on power management setting in OS.
  • Page 16 System window and LED control Display icons on system window ● Caps Lock/Num Lock/Scroll Lock/Pad Lock: indicators for keyboard operation or key-lock mode ● CDROM+HDD/PCMCIA/FDD: indicators for activities of devices ● AC power/Charge/Full: indicators for status of AC power and battery charge status ●...
  • Page 17 Definitions of battery status Icon Definitation System Windows Display AC power Reflect the AC power state Icon is off: Power source is not existed. Icon is on: Power source is existed. Icon is glitter: The AC adapter not enough 60 watt. Charge icon Icon is blinking when battery installed and in charging.
  • Page 18 Chapter 2 Making sure you have everything Selecting a place to work Setting up your computer Connecting the AC adapter Charging the Battery Connecting a printer Adding memory Connecting a mouse Using the computer for the first time Turn on the computer Adjusting brightness and contrast (Hot keys) Using the Track point Setting the date and time...

  • Page 19: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, describes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer. Making sure you have everything Before doing anything else, consult the Quick Start card to make sure you received everything.

  • Page 20: Setting Up Your Computer

    Setting up your computer Setting up your computer may include: ● Connecting the AC adapter ● Charging the battery ● Connecting a printer ● Upgrading your computer by installing more memory ● Connecting a mouse Connecting the AC adapter Your computer contains a rechargeable battery pack, which needs to be charged before you can use it the first time.

  • Page 21: Charging The Battery

    DANGER: To avoid electric shock, do not modify forcibly bend, damage, place heavy objects on top of, or apply treat to the power cable. If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands. Charging the battery Before you can use the battery to power the computer, you must charge it.

  • Page 22: Connecting A Printer

    Connecting a printer CAUTION: Connecting the printer cable while the computer is on may damage the printer, the computer, or both. Before connecting a printer, you need to know whether it requires a serial or a parallel interface. Check the printer's documentation. If the printer can be switched between serial and parallel mode, choose parallel because it is faster.

  • Page 23: Installing A Memory Module

    Adding memory (Optional memory module) The Notebook is one SO-DIMM connector (128 MB on board), allow maximum of 192/256/384MB of system memory to be installed. This memory configuration is achieved by installing one 64MB, 128MB or 256MB 3.3V SDRAM 144-pin SO-DIMM memory module.
  • Page 24 CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have burn up. Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer.

  • Page 25: Removing A Memory Module

    Removing a memory module 1. Perform steps 1 through 5 in "Installing a memory module" (see above), to access the computer's memory socket. 2. Release the memory module by gently pressing outward on the latches on either side of the memory socket. One edge of the module pops up. 3.

  • Page 26: Connecting A Mouse

    Connecting a mouse You may want to use a mouse or trackball instead of the computer's built-in Track point pointing device. Your computer supports PS/2-compatible pointing devices. The Track point remains operable, even if you connect a millenary pointing device to the computer.

  • Page 27: Using The Computer For The First Time

    Using the computer for the first time Slide the display panel latch to the right then lift the panel. CAUTION: Don't force the display panel open beyond the point where it moves easily. Never lift or move the computer by grasping the display panel. Turning on the computer 1.
  • Page 28 The hard disk drive light flashes when the hard disk drive is accessed. CAUTION: To avoid data loss, never turn off the computer while a drive is in use. To help you get started, Windows guides you through several essential steps for setting up your computer.

  • Page 29: Adjusting Brightness And Contrast

    Adjusting brightness and contrast Use the following hot key combinations to adjust the screen brightness: Hot keys Fn + F5 Power on display. When pressing the hot key, the display device will switch among CRT only, LCD only and simultaneous display. It will not update the setting of option ‘Power on Display’...

  • Page 30: Using The Touchpad

    Using the Touch Pad The Touch Pad is a touch-sensitive pointing device that provides all the features of a mouse. Please refer to the following for instructions on how to operate the touch pad. Place your fingers on the keyboard in the normal typing position. The touch pad is easily accessible by moving either your left or right thumb off the space bar and on to the touch pad.
  • Page 31 technique of a mouse. The difference is that instead of double-clicking on a mouse button, you double-tap on the pressure sensitive touch pad to make the selection. Once the cursor has been moved to the object you want to select, lightly double-tap the pressure sensitive touch pad itself.

  • Page 32: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the date and time The Date/Time Properties dialog box contains a Time Zone tab and a Date and Time tab. 1. On the Time Zone tab, select your time zone by clicking the up and down arrow keys. 2. On the Date and Time tab, set the correct date and time, if necessary. 3.

  • Page 33: Customizing The Desktop

    5. Enter a name for your printer, or use the name supplied in the Printer name text box. 6. If you want to set the printer as the default printer for Windows-based programs, click Yes, then click Next. 7. If you want to print a test page, click Yes (recommended), and then click Finish.
  • Page 34 Chapter 3 Precautions Computing tips Using the keyboard Starting a program Saving your work Printing your work Backing up your files Using compact discs Using PC Cards Using your computer at the office Using a computer lock Setting up for communications Connecting directly to a remote computer Turning off the computer Caring for your computer...

  • Page 35: Learning The Basics

    Learning the Basics This chapter covers precautions and computing tips that you should follow when using your computer. It also provides important information about the basic features of your system. Precautions Don’t spill liquids into the computer's keyboard. If you did spill a liquid that gets into the keyboard, turn off the computer immediately.

  • Page 36: Computing Tips

    Computing tips Save your work frequently. Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until you save it to the disk. You will lose all the work done since you last saved, if, for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working.

  • Page 37: Using The Keyboard

    Using the keyboard 85-key keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that: ● The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page. ● The lowercase letter I and the number 1 are not interchangeable.

  • Page 38: Ctrl, Fn, And Alt Keys

    Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are using. For more information, see your program documentation. Function keys The function keys (not to be confused with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard.

  • Page 39: Overlay Keys

    Overlay keys The keys with numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would use the ten-key keypad on a desktop computer's keyboard. Using the overlay to type numeric data To turn the numeric overlay on and off, press Fn and F11 simultaneously.

  • Page 40: Using The Cursor Control Overlay

    Using the cursor control overlay To turn the cursor control overlay on and off, press Fn and F10 simultaneously. The cursor control light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on. To type alphabetic characters while the overlay is on: For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the letters.

  • Page 41: Starting A Program From Explorer

    Starting a program from Explorer If a program is not in the Programs menu, you can start it from Windows Explorer. Windows Explorer gives you a view of your computer’s contents as a hierarchy or “tree.” You can easily see the contents of each drive and folder on your computer. To use this method, you need to know the name and location of the program’s executable file (this file ends with .exe.) 1.

  • Page 42: Saving Your Work

    Saving your work Before you turn off the computer, save your work to the hard disk drive or a diskette. This is one of the most important rules of computing. You can never save your files too often. NOTE: Save your data even when you are using Standby, in case the battery discharges before you return to work.

  • Page 43: Printing Your Work

    Printing your work Make sure that Windows Millennium Edition is set up for your printer. TECHNICAL NOTE: You only need to setup the printer the first time you connect it. If you use more than one printer or are changing printers, you will need to setup Windows Millennium Edition to run with the additional printer (s).

  • Page 44: Backing Up Your Files

    Backing up your files Backing up your files simply means copying individual files to a diskette or copying entire sections of your hard disk to another device, such as a tape drive. Copying to a diskette 1. Insert a formatted diskette into the diskette drive. 2.

  • Page 45: Using Compact Discs

    Using compact discs The full- size, maximum 24X speed CD-ROM drive lets you run compact discs. CAUTION: When inserting and removing CDs, be careful not to touch the lens on the disc tray or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction.
  • Page 46 Inserting compact discs into the CD-ROM drive 1. With the computer turned on, press the eject button to open the disc tray. 2. Pull the disc tray until it is fully open. 3. Hold the CD by its edges, ensure it is dust-free, and place it carefully in the disc tray, with the label side up.
  • Page 47 Removing a CD with the computer on 1. Press the eject button. CAUTION: Do not press the eject button while the computer is accessing the CD-ROM drive. If the CD is still spinning when you open the disc tray wait for it to stop before you remove it.

  • Page 48: Caring For Compact Discs

    Caring for compact discs ● Store your CDs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean. ● Don't bend a CD or place heavy objects on top of it. ● Don't apply a label to, or otherwise mar, the surface of a CD. ●...
  • Page 49 nserting PC Cards PC Cards require Card and Socket Services software- a set of programs that acts as a translator between the PC Card and the computer, and that makes hot swapping (switching cards while the computer is on) possible. TECHNICAL NOTE: Windows Millennium Edition provides the Card and Socket Services for your PC Card.
  • Page 50 Inserting a PC Card into a PC Card slot CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer or the PC Card, don’t force the card into the slot.

  • Page 51: Removing Pc Cards

    Removing PC Cards CAUTION: If your PC Card supports hot swapping, you can remove it at any time. However, to avoid date loss, never remove a card while it is in use. For more information, see “Hot swapping”. 1. Click the PC Card button on the taskbar. 2.

  • Page 52: Hot Swapping

    Hot swapping With PC Cards, you can replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on. This is called “hot swapping.” Hot swapping precautions Although you can insert a PC Card at any time, to avoid data loss do not remove a card while it is in use.

  • Page 53: Using Your Computer At The Office

    Using your computer at the office By connecting an external monitor, external full-size keyboard, and a mouse, you can work with your notebook as if it were a standard office computer. An external monitor connects to the monitor port. An external PS/2-compatible keyboard or a PS/2 mouse connects to the PS/2 port. An optional Y-cable lets you connect both devices to the port simultaneously.

  • Page 54: Setting Up For Communications

    Setting up for communications To connect to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer, you need: A modem (supplied with your notebook computer) A telephone line A browser or communications program An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or online service if you plan to use the Internet CAUTION: Don’t hook up digital line jack to the RJ-11 port.
  • Page 55 CAUTION: Never connector the Modular jack to a digital line. Digital line’s high current can damage the modem. 1. Attach one end of a standard RJ-11 telephone cable to the modem port. 2. Attach the other end of the RJ-11 telephone cable into the modular jack of a standard voice-grade telephone line.

  • Page 56: Connecting Your Computer To A Network

    Connecting your computer to a network To access a network: At the office, you need to install a network card in one of the PC Card slots. For specific information about connecting to the LAN or WAN, consult your network administrator.

  • Page 57: Connecting Directly To A Remote Computer

    Connecting directly to a remote computer If you are connecting directly to a remote computer or a bulletin board service (BBS), you need a general-purpose communications program. In addition, there are two things you need to know before you can connect to another computer: The communications parameters The file transfer protocol (only if you are downloading or uploading files)

  • Page 58: Turning Off The Computer

    Turning off the computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while. If you have work in progress and expect to resume shortly, use the Windows Millennium Edition Standby command to save your system settings so that, when you turn on the computer again, you automatically return to where you left off.

  • Page 59: Caring For Your Computer

    Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer. For information about taking care of your computer's battery, see “Running the computer on battery power”. Cleaning the computer To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth.
  • Page 60 Chapter 4 Easy buttons Buttons function description Software specification...

  • Page 61: Easy Buttons

    Easy Buttons Buttons function description Player function Mode This player application will auto detect both CD Audio and CD extra title, and play these titles as well. Play / Pause button: Starts to play an Audio CD title Continues playing the title Pauses the current play status Stop / Eject button: It stops playing the CD title and returns to the beginning position of the track, if it is...
  • Page 62 Internet function Mode Internet Browser button: Pressing this button will launch a system default Internet Browser ® application, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape. E-mail button: ® Pressing this button will launch Microsoft Outlook Express. It will also turn off Email LED, if ther were nuread E-mails deteted which made LED on.

  • Page 63: Software Specification

    Software specification Configuration Menu Once you have installed the software driver and restart Windows, an Easy Buttons activator icon will appear on the Windows Taskbar. Right single-click the activator icon to popup a menu with which you can select the following items; Exit Button…...
  • Page 64 OnScreen Display This menu item contains four sub items for you to configure the properties of the OSD. Disable: To disable the OSD function. Color: Select the color of OSD text. Font: Select Font, and Style of OSD text. Settings: Invoke an OSD configuration dialog box for you to configure the OSD size, display timeout, and its transparency.
  • Page 65 Configure Buttons dialog box From this dialog box, you can configure four Easy buttons as your own specific defined buttons. The dialog box contains below properties for you to configure your specific defining button. Button list box: Four identically buttons name in the list for select. Default button: Restores the default function of selected button.
  • Page 66 Attach to File: To link an executable application file or select predefined application from the list. If you select Attach to File option, it has two more items described as below. Browse File: An file dialog box for you to find the path of that file. Or you can drag the icon of that file from the Explorer and drop the icon into the Text box of Application File Name.
  • Page 67 Email Detector Application This application will monitor your POP3 E-mail server, to see if you have any new coming mail in the server. You can set an interval value to connect to the server periodly. If it did have new coming mail, it will announce you and act as 1.
  • Page 68 E-Mailer Detector Configure dialog box Before you start to use this E-Mailer Detector appliction, you have to configure your E-mail box information in the E-Mailer Detector Configuration dialog box. Outlook Default: To ask program to grab the default information of your E-mail box information, which includes POP3 server address, User name, and Port Number, but not includes Password.
  • Page 69 By showing an Email list: When notify, to show the receiving mail list. By playing andio: When notify, to play a selected audio file. How E-Mailer Detector Work? After you complete the configuration of E-Mailer Detector, you can select Detect Now from the menu to check if the configuration works well.
  • Page 70 Chapter 5 Managing power usage Running the computer on battery power Charging batteries Monitoring battery power Charging the main battery Disposing of used batteries safely Traveling tips...

  • Page 71: Mobile Computing

    Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling. Managing power usage Your computer’s power-saving options greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer before you need to recharge the battery. To change the power usage mode, click Start, point to Settings, then click Control Panel.

  • Page 72: Maximizing Battery Life

    Maximizing battery life A main battery can be recharged many times. Gradually over time it will lose its ability to hold a charge. To maximize the life of your main battery: Don’t leave the computer plugged in and unused for more than a few hours. Overcharging the main battery may shorten its life.

  • Page 73: Charging Batteries

    Charging batteries The main battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer. You can charge the battery using your computer. Charging the main battery To charge the main battery while it is in your computer, plug the computer into a live AC outlet.

  • Page 74: Charging The Rtc Battery

    Charging the RTC battery In addition to the main battery, the computer contains an internal battery for the real-time clock (RTC). The RTC battery provides power for the internal real-time clock and calendar. During normal use, the main battery keeps the RTC battery adequately charged. Occasionally, the RTC battery may lose its charge completely, especially if you have had the computer turned off and without main battery pack inserted for a long time.

  • Page 75: Monitoring Battery Power

    Monitoring battery power Determining remaining battery power NOTE: Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before running to monitor the remaining power. The computer needs this time to check the battery's remaining capacity and perform calculations. 1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2.

  • Page 76: What To Do When The Battery Runs Low

    What to do when the battery runs low When the battery runs low you have these options: Plug the computer into a live AC outlet and recharge the battery. Save your work and turn off the computer. If you don't manage to do any of these things before the battery completely runs out of power, the computer automatically enters Standby and turns itself to Standby keeps track of where you were so, when you turn on the power again, you can continue where you left off.

  • Page 77: Changing The Main Battery

    Changing the main battery When your battery runs out of power, you have two options- connect the AC adapter or install a fresh battery. For instructions on using the AC adapter, see "Connecting the AC adapter". Removing the battery 1. Save your work. 2.

  • Page 78: Inserting A Charged Battery

    Inserting a charged battery 1. Wipe the battery terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection. 2. Slide the battery in to the battery bay, then push down In/Out knob (latch lock knob) and hold it down. 3.

  • Page 79: Disposing Of Used Batteries Safely

    Disposing of used batteries safely You can recharge a main battery many times. It should last for years. When the useful life of the battery expires or if the battery becomes damaged, you must discard it responsibly. Batteries should not be disposed of together with household waste. To make sure that they are forwarded to recycling or proper disposal they may be returned free of charge to an authorized dealer/distributor.
  • Page 80 Chapter 6 Adding a printer Personalizing your desktop Emulating a full-size keyboard...

  • Page 81: Exploring Your Options

    Exploring Your Options In this chapter, you will explore other features of your notebook computer. Adding a printer When you turned on your computer for the first time, the Windows Millennium Edition Setup program offered you the opportunity to define a printer. Read this section if you did not do so or if you want to set up a different printer.
  • Page 82 To set up a printer with the Add Printer Wizard: 1. Click the Start button, point to Settings, then click Printers to display the Printers window. 2. Double-click Add Printer to start the Add Printer Wizard. 3. Click Next. The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer. TECHNICAL NOTE: If your printer is Plug and Play, Windows Millennium Edition recognizes it automatically.
  • Page 83 4. If the printer you are setting up: Is not connected to a network select Local printer. Is connected to a network select Network printer. 5. Click Next. The Add Printer Wizard prompts you to select your printer. 6. From the list of manufacturers end printers, select your printer, then click Next.
  • Page 84 9. If you want this printer to be: ● The default primer for windows Millennium Edition, click Yes. The default printer is the one your system prints to automatically. ● Available when specifically requested, click No. 10. Click Next. Windows Millennium Edition prompts you to print a test page. 11.

  • Page 85: Personalizing Your Desktop

    Personalizing your desktop Your desktop is your virtual workspace. This section explains how to customize its features for the way you like to work. There are these aspects of the desktop you can customize: Taskbar- which resources to display for quick access Active Desktop- what information from the Internet to always display Desktop style- which type of display to use for windows and how to browse folders and files...

  • Page 86: Emulating A Full-Size Keyboard

    Emulating a full-size keyboard Although the computer's keyboard layout is compatible with a standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys. Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with one of the specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full-size keyboard.
  • Page 87 Chapter 7 Problems that are easy to fix Problems when you turn on the computer Fixing device-related problems Memory card problems Power problems Keyboard problems Track point problems Display problems Disk drive problems CD-ROM drive problems Sound system problems PC Card problems Printer problems Modem problems Develop good computing habits...

  • Page 88: If Something Goes Wrong

    If Something Goes Wrong Some problems you may encounter when using the computer are relatively easy to identify and solve. Others may require helps from your dealer or the manufacturer of a software program. This chapter aims to help you solving many problems by yourself without additional helps.

  • Page 89: Problems That Are Easy To Fix

    Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations, chances are the program has stopped responding. You can exit the failed program without shutting down Windows Millennium Edition or closing other programs. To close a program that has stopped responding: 1.
  • Page 90 Your program performs an illegal operation If you receive the message, "Your program has performed an illegal operation," you should record the details of the message and consult the software manufacturer. To record the details: 1. Click the Details button and select the text Windows Millennium Edition displays.

  • Page 91: Problems When You Turn On The Computer

    Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power. The computer will not start Make sure you attached the AC adapter and power cable properly or installed a charged battery. Press and hold down the power button for a few seconds. The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the diskette drive Your computer normally loads Windows from the hard disk.

  • Page 92: Fixing Device-Related Problems

    Fixing device-related problems If you do not have a hardware conflict, but you think your problem could be related to one of your computer's devices, you can use: ϖ Dr. Watson - A diagnostic tool that takes a snapshot of your system whenever a system fault occurs.
  • Page 93 Power problems Your computer receives power through the AC adapter or from the main battery. Power problems are interrelated. For example, a faulty AC adapter or power cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the main battery. Here are some typical problems and how to solve them: The AC power light does not come on when you plug in the AC adapter and power cable.

  • Page 94: Keyboard Problems

    The battery appears not to power the computer for as long as it usually does. Check the power options using the Windows Millennium Edition Power Management utility. Have you added a device, such as a PC Card or memory module, that takes its power from the battery? Is your software using the hard disk more? Is the display power set to turn off automatically? Was the battery fully charged to begin with? All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts.
  • Page 95 Display problems. Here are some typical display problems and their solutions: The display is blank. Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key to activate the screen. You may have activated the instant security feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously.
  • Page 96 The built-in screen flickers. Some flickering is a normal result of the way the screen produces colors. To reduce the amount of flickering, try using fewer colors. To change the number of colors displayed: 1. Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button. 2.

  • Page 97: Disk Drive Problems

    Disk drive problems Problems with the hard disk or with a diskette drive usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors. Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them. Typical disk problems are: You are having trouble accessing a disk, or one or more files appear to be missing.
  • Page 98 Some programs run correctly but others do not. This may be a software configuration problem. If a program does not run properly, review the program's hardware configuration requirements. Most software documentation lists the minimum hardware requirements. See "Features and Specifications" to review the hardware configuration of this computer. A disk will not go into the diskette drive.

  • Page 99: Cd-Rom Drive Problems

    CD-ROM drive problems You cannot access a CD in the drive. Make sure the CD-ROM tray has closed properly. Press gently until it clicks into place. Open the CD-ROM tray and remove the CD. Make sure the CDROM tray is clean. Any dirt or foreign object can interfere with the laser beam.

  • Page 100: Sound System Problems

    Sound system problems You do not hear any sound from the computer. Adjust the volume control. If you are using an external headphone or speakers, check that they are securely connected to your computer. In SETUP, check that the sound function is enabled. The computer emits a loud, high-pitched noise.

  • Page 101: Pc Card Checklist

    PC Card checklist ϖ Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot. ϖ Make sure all cables are securely connected. ϖ Make sure the computer is loading only one version of Card and Socket Services. ϖ Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality control. If another PCMCIA-equipped computer is available, try the card in that machine.
  • Page 102 Hot swapping (removing one PC Card and inserting another without turning the computer off) fails. Follow this procedure before you remove a PC Card: 1. Click the PC Card icon on the taskbar. 2. Click Stop xxxx, where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card. Windows Millennium Edition displays a message that you may safely remove the card.

  • Page 103: Printer Problems

    Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems. The printer will not print. Check that the printer is connected to a working power outlet, turned on and ready (on line). Make sure the printer cable is firmly attached to the computer and the printer. If your printer is ECP- or IEEE 1284-compliant, make sure you have an IEEE 1284 printer cable.

  • Page 104: Modem Problems

    Modem problems This section lists common modem problems. The modem will not receive or transmit properly. Make sure the RJ-11 cable (the one that goes from the modem to the telephone line) is firmly connected to the modem's RJ-11 jack and the telephone line socket. Check the serial port settings to make sure the hardware and software are referring to the same COM port (look in Device Manager under Modems for the PC Card modem).
  • Page 105 Develop good computing habit ϖ Make sure you are prepared. ϖ Save your work frequently. You can never predict when your computer will lock forcing you to close a program and lose unsaved changes. Many software programs build in an automatic backup, but you should not rely solely on this feature.

  • Page 106: If You Need Further Assistance

    If you need further assistance If you have followed the recommendations in this chapter and are still having problems, you may need additional technical assistance. This section contains the steps to take to ask for help. Before you call Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using, it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first.
  • Page 107 Appendix A...

  • Page 108: Power-On Display

    Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that, when pressed in combination with the Fn key, turn system functions on and off Hot keys have a legend on or above the key indicating the option or feature the key controls. Power-on display Power on display When pressing the hot key, the display device will switch among CRT only, LCD only and simultaneous display.

  • Page 109: Keyboard Hot Keys

    Keyboard hot keys Cursor keypad on/off. Pressing this hot key can enable/disable the embedded cursor keypad. Numeric lock state is logically disabled. Numeric keypad on/off. Pressing this hot key can enable/disable the embedded numeric keypad. Numeric lock state is logically enabled. This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off.
  • Page 110 Appendix B...

  • Page 111: Features And Specifications

    Features and Specifications This appendix lists the features of the computers and surnmaizes their specifications. Built-in features This section lists the computer's standard features and specifications. Technology and processor Microprocessor Intel Desktop Celeron-1.2GHz/ PIII 1.13GHz or above Level 2 cache 128/ 256 KB Bus clock speed 100 Mhz front side bus...

  • Page 112: Power And Batteries

    Power and batteries Power Main battery 60 watt external AC adapter; 90-264 V AC input supply voltage, 47-63 Hz l9V DC output Removable, rechargeable Li-ION battery pack approximately 2.0 hours* life (BatteryMark4.0) *Battery life and charge time may vary depending on applications, power- management settings, and features used RTC battery...

  • Page 113: Storage Capacity

    Storage capacity 3.5-inch diskette drive Accommodates both 1.44 MB high-density (2HD) and 720 KB double-density (2DD) diskettes Hard disk drive 2.5-inch service removable Enhanced IDE drive and controller provides nonvolatile storage for the drive Ports Parallel port An IEEE 1284 Enhanced Capability Port (ECP) for connecting a parallel device such as a printer that provides increased performance when used with an ECP-compatible device...

  • Page 114: Standard Hardware

    Standard hardware Display 1024x768 XGA TFT Color 13.3” LCD 1024x768 XGA TFT Color 14.1” LCD 1024x768 XGA TFT Color 15.0” LCD 1400x1050 SXGA+ TFT Color 15.0” LCD Keyboard Keyboard with 12 function keys and dedicated Windows keys Sound support 4299A AC97 Codec software wave table, supporting 16-bit stereo, Windows Sound System and SoundBlaster Pro-compatible sound support;...

  • Page 115: Specifications

    Specifications Physical dimensions Width Depth Height (Front) Height (Back) Weight 13.3” LCD 322 mm 277 mm 37.5 mm 43.5 mm 6.6lb/3.0kg. 14.1” LCD 322 mm 277 mm 37.5 mm 43.5 mm 6.9lb/3.2kg. 15.0” LCD 322 mm 277 mm 37.5 mm 42.0 mm 7.1lb/3.27kg.

  • Page 116: Optional Equipment

    Optional Equipment ● CD-ROM Module ● DVD-ROM Module ● CD-RW Module ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Module Power devices Li-ION, 57 Wh battery Use as spare or replacement battery to extend the time you can operate the computer away from a live AC outlet Universal AC adaptor If you frequently transport your computer between...
  • Page 117 Appendix C...

  • Page 118: Agency Regulatory Notices

    Agency Regulatory Notices European Notice Products with the CE Making comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) ISSUED by the Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms: ϖ EN55022(CISPR 22) Radio Frquency Interference ϖ...

  • Page 119: Other Countries

    Other Countries ϖ The cord set fitting must bear the certification mark of the agency responsible for evaluation in a specific country. Acceptable agencies are: BSI (UK) OVE(Australia) CEBEC (Belgium) SEMKO (Sweden) DEMKO(Denmark) SETI (Finland) EANSW(Australia) SEV (Switzerland) IMQ(Italy) UTE (France) KEMA (The Netherlands) VDE (Germany) NEMKO (Norway)

  • Page 120: Battery Safety

    Battery Safety ϖ The battery pack is intended to use only with this notebook. ϖ Do not disassemble the pack. ϖ Do not dispose of the battery pack in fire or water. ϖ To avoid risk of fire, burns, or damage to your battery pack, do not allow a metal object to touch the battery contacts.

  • Page 121: Laser Safety

    Laser Safety The CD-ROM drive used with this notebook are certified as a Class 1 laser device according to the U.S. Department oh Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard and International Standards IEC 825 / IEC 825-1 (EN60825 / EN60825-1). The device is not considered harmful, but the following precautions are recommended: ϖ...

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