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1. 17 ven VOC Notice Japan Only Class BITE CORES ARUBRESSRESSEMARS VCC OBE LETS lt 252 B REMN ETS COMBS RRC TL BMELTUETAN CORBMNSVAPFVEVYs Ye SICH LCR sense FERRES amp EL LeNEDE Te ARRE IC gt TIEL UM DIRUE LT lt EL This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference VCCI for information technology equipment If this equipment is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment it may cause radio interference Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual DGT Short Range Devices Application document 1 DGT short range type approval documentation 4 copies of product and color photos larger than 4x6 inches 1 copy of user manual with instructions and technical specs Must be stamped with Manufacturer s seal 1 copy of block digram 1 copy of circuit diagram A copy of the licensing permit for the operation of controlled telecommunications equipment Authorization letter power of attorney Must be stamped with the Manufacturer s seal Application forma are to be completed in Chinese Must be stamped with the Manufacturer s seal 18 2 DGT Label illustrstion Bye 3 The following is the statement that should be printed in user manual RS ERTS SEA tik RES HASAN SAAS EREDRSM ERIGR RSAADICNS TAME BORRAHEZMENA SPUR MHS RARE FERT AG ARR A NSS LY IK MAN
2. Europe EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements ofthe R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC with essential test suites as per standards EN 60950 Safety of Information Technology equipment e ETS 300 328 Technical requirements for radio equipment ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment Belegi Belgique For outdoor usage only channel 10 2457 MHZ and 11 2462 MHz is allowed For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT BIPT is required Registration to IBPT BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m An IBPT BIPT license is required for public usage outside building 23 For registration and license please contact IBPT BIPT Gebruik buiten gebouw alleen op kanalen 10 2457 MHz en 11 2462 MHz Voor priv gebruik buiten gebouw over publieke groud over afstand kleiner dan 300m geen registratie bij BIPT IBPT nodig voor gebruik over afstand groter dan 300m is wel registratie bij BIPT IBPT nodig Voor publiek gebruik buiten gebouwen is licentie van BIPT IBPT verplicht Voor registratie of licentie kunt u contact opnemen met BIPT L utilsation en ext rieur est autoris sur le canal 10 2457 MHz et 11 2462 MHz Dans le cas d une utilization priv e l ext rieur d un b timent au dessus d un espace public aucun enregistrement n est n ce
3. To change the power usage mode click Start point to Settings then click Control Panel In Control Panel double click the Power Option icon to display the Power Option Properties window Select the power scheme with the most appropriate settings for your computer Keep in mind that changing any settings on the Power Option Properties window will modify the currently selected scheme Consult your Microsoft Windows operating system documentation for more information on the Power Option utility Running the Computer on Battery Power The computer uses a removable Lithium lon Li ION battery pack that provides power when you are away from an AC power source You can recharge it many times In addition to the removable main battery the computer has an internal real time clock RTC Lithium rechargeable battery The RTC battery powers the RTC memory which stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date for up toa month while the computer is turned off 85 Using Additional Battery Packs If you spend a lot of time traveling and need to work for many hours without an AC power source you may want to carry additional charged battery packs with you You can then replace a discharged battery and continue working NOTE A new battery pack should be fully discharged and recharged three times before being used Maximizing Battery Life A main battery can be recharged many times Gradually over time it will
4. e NS87591 Keyboard Controller Battery Management Unit and RTC e OZ 6933 for Card Bus PCMCIA controller e nVidia SQ17 for VGA controller e ALC101 for AC97 CODEC BIOS 144 LPC47N227 Super I O controller OZ165 for Direct CD play controller VT6306 for 1394 controller RTL81 for LAN controller TC6371AF for SmartMedia controller No onboard memory Supports 200 266M DDR RAM modul 128MB 256MB 512MB Two slot supported Maximum capacity 1GB if build 2 modules 512KB Flash ROM for system BIOS Password protection System Microsoft Windows 2000 or Windows XP with PnP Suspend to RAM Disk Various hot key for system control Refreshable Complete ACPI 1 0B Function 145 Power e 8 cells LI ION 18650 size battery Pack with 58 05WH capacity e Approximately 2 2 hours operation with default setting Running Battery mark 4 0 1 e Approximately 3 0 hours charging time to 100 capacity on single 3900mAH Li lon Battery System off or Suspend One 2 5 9 5mm Hard Disk Up to 30GB e Bus Master IDE e 9 5m m 2 5 HDD Support e Support Ultra 66 100 synchronous DMA Modular BAY e 12 7mm 1 44MB FDD device 3 Mode e 5 25 12 7mm height CD ROM device e 5 25 12 7mm height CD RW device e 5 25 12 7mm height DVD ROM amp CD RW Multi Drive e 5 25 12 7mm height DVD ROM device Options e 128MB 256MB 512MB SO DIMM modules e Li ION Battery Pack e MINI PCI Wireless module 146 To
5. disk drive or a diskette This is one ofthe most important rules of computing SI 67 NOTE Save your data even when you are using Standby in case the battery discharges before you return to work Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals such as every 15 minutes Check your program s documentation to see whether they have an automatic save feature e To save a file you are updating open the program s File menu and click Save e To save the current file with a new name choose Save As from the File menu type a name for the file and click OK HINT To make another copy of the file you are cur rently working with choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different name File Names Microsoft Windows series operating system supports file names of up to 255 characters You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus the following characters _ amp L and The names can include spaces If you plan to share your files with a computer using MS DOS or a pre Windows 95 version of Windows the file name must be no more than eight characters followed by a period and a three character extension An MS DOS file name may not contain a space Most programs assign an extension that identifies the file as having a particular format For example Microsoft Word saves files with a doc extension 68 Printing Your
6. preferred For more detail information please refer to the Easy Buttons Users Help 100 Using i Link Port IEEE1394 The i Link port on the right side of the computer provides very fast data transfer rates up to 400 Mbps or 400 Mega bits per second You can connect up to 63 external devices to this port In addition to its high speed it supports isochronous data the delivery of data at a guaranteed rate This makes it ideal for devices that transfer high levels of data in real time such as video cameras The i Link port supports plug and play automatic configuration and hot swapping the ability to connect and disconnect devices while the computer is on 101 Using the SmartMedia Cards A The computer has a SmartMedia card slot which supports 2MB 4MB 8MB 16MB 32MB 64MB and 128MB SmarkMedia Ramdom Access Memory RAM Cards SmartMedia card are used to exchange data with other portable devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants PDAs They are also found in electronic musical instrument voice recorders scanners word processors These small cards are about one third the size of conventional PC Cards CAUTION The computer supports 3 3V SmartMedia card only It is prohibited to use other votage SmartMedia card Inserting the SmartMedia Card 1 Turn the card face down 2 Push the card into the slot until it locks in place NOTE If Windows does not recogniz
7. these first 1 Click Start then click Shut Down 2 Click the button next to Shut down then click OK Microsoft Windows operating system shuts down and turns off the computer automatically 3 Remove the memory module s 123 4 Reinstall the memory module s following the instructions in Chapter 7 and making sure they are seated properly in the modules sockets 5 Check for the error again 6 If the error recurs remove the memory module entirely and check for the error again using the second or another module If removing the memory module eliminates the error the module may be faulty If the error occurs without the module installed the module is not causing the error 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 LED does not come on when you plug in the AC adapter and power cable Make sure the AC adapter and power cable are finely plugged into both a working wall outlet and the computer If the AC power light still does not come on check that the wall outlet is working properly by plugging in a lamp or other appliance 124 The AC adapter and power cable work correctly but the battery will not charge The battery doesn t charge while the c
8. If the computer is used for long periods its case can become very warm While the temperature may not feel too hot to the touch if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time if you rest the computer on your lap for ex ample your skin might suffer low heat injury CAUTION Never apply heavy pressure to the com puter or subject it to sharp impacts Excessive pres sure or impact can damage computer components or otherwise cause you computer to malfunction Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use If two cards are installed both can become hot even if only one is being used Overheating of a PC Card can re sult in errors or instability in its operation Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for a long period 49 Setting Up Your Computer Setting up your computer may include e Connecting the AC adapter e Charging the battery e Connecting a printer e Connecting an alternate pointing device Connecting the AC Adapter 4 Your computer contains a rechargeable battery pack which needs to be charged before you can use it the first time To computer To outlet Status LED Power Cord cP AC Adapter The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an AC outlet and to charge the computer s batteries An LED on the AC adapter lights green when Adapter is plugged into an outlet To connect AC power to the computer 1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter 50 2
9. Plug the AC adapter into the computer s DC IN socket DC IN Socket 3 Connect the power cable to an AC power outlet The LED on the AC adapter comes on If the battery is being charged the Battery LED on the Hinge Bar of system indicator will light blue and blink Once the battery is fully charged the battery light turns blue DANGER To avoid electric shock do not modify forc ibly bend damage place heavy objects on top of or apply treat to the power cable If the power cable be comes damaged or the plug overheats discontinue use Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands CAUTION Using the wrong AC adapter could dam age your computer We assumes no liability for any damage in such cases Never pull directly on the power cable to unplug it Hold the power plug when removing the cable from the outlet 51 Charging the Battery gt Before you can use the battery to power the computer you must charge it Connect the computer to an AC power outlet using the AC adapter and power cable The DC IN LED will light and the Battery LED will light blue and blinking Once the computer is connected to a power outlet you can charge the battery with the computer turned off or on When the computer is turned off the battery charges in about 3 0 hours NOTE When the computer is turned on and is not con suming full power under 18W the battery charges in about 3 5 to 8 hours CAUTION Once the battery
10. all the features of a mouse Please refer to the following instructions on how to operate the Touch Pad The Touch Pad is easily accessible by moving either your finger off the space bar and onto the Touch Pad Gently move your finger across the Touch Pad in the direction you want the cursor to move The pad detects the change in pressure and moves the cursor in the corresponding direction With a conventional mouse selections are usually made by double clicking the mouse s left button The Touch Pad also supports this feature Itis described in detail below If you are familiar with the operations of amouse you may only need to skim the information below The Touch Pad buttons have essentially the same function as mouse buttons Clicking these buttons makes selections drags object or performs a variety of other functions depending on the software To select an object first move the pointer to the object you want to select and then press the left button one time and release it The functionality of these buttons depends on your software Refer to your software user s manuals for specific information on the Touch Pad mouse functions 58 Double clicking is a common technique for selecting objects or launching programs from icons Move the pointer over the object you wish to select then rapidly press the left button two times This action is commonly referred to as double clicking on an object Double tapping is another
11. any optional devices that the battery supplies power to such as a PC Card e What is your working condition operating time decreases at low temperatures What To Do When the Battery Runs Low When the battery runs low you have these options e Plug the computer into a live AC outlet and recharge the battery e 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 keeps track of where you were so When you turn on the power by using AC adapter again you can continue where you left off 90 Battery Alarms The computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low You can set each of the following alarms e Low Battery e Critical Battery Each alarm can be set to alert you when a specified percentage of remaining battery power has been reached You can also set how the alarm action occurs sound an alarm display a message both or none You can also set the computer to enter Standby when the alarm goes off To set the alarm levels 1 Click the Start button point to Settings and then click Control Panel 2 Double click the Power Option icon 3 Click OK to clear the Power Option Advisory dialog box The Power Option dialog box appears 4 Click the Alarm tab 5 Set the alarm levels as desired For more information on battery alarms refer to the Microsoft Window
12. can only work properly if al It is compatible with the modem at the other end of the call and b The application using the modem is compatible with the application at the other end of the call e g accessing the Internet requires suitable software in addition to a modem e This equipment shall not be used in any manner which could constitute a nuisance to other Telecom customers e Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s PTC Specifications are dependent on the equipment PC associated with this modem The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom Specifications a There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation and b The equipment shall go on hook for a period of not less than 30 seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the next 12 c Automatic calls to different numbers shall be not less than 5 seconds apart e Immediately disconnect this equipment should it become physically damaged and arrange for its disposal or repair e The correct settings for use with this modem in New Zealand are as follows ATBO CCITT operation AT amp G2 1800 Hz guard tone AT amp P1 Decadic dialing make break ratio 33 67 ATSO 0 not auto answer ATS10 less than 150 loss of carrier to hangup delay factory default of 15recommended ATS11 90 DTMF
13. dialing on off duration 90 ms AT X2 Dial tone detect but not U S A call progress detect When used in the Auto Answer mode the SO register must be set with a value of 3 or 4 This ensures a a person calling your modem will hear a short burst of ringing before the modem answers This confirms that the call has been successfully switched through the network b caller identification information which occurs between the first and second ring cadences is not destroyed e The preferred method of dialing is to use DTMF tones ATDT as this is faster and more reliable than pulse decadic dialing If for some reason you must use decadic dialing your communications program must be set up to record numbers using the following translation table as this modem does not implement the New Zealand Reverse Dialing standard 13 Number to be dialed 0 123456789 Number to program into computer 098765432 1 Note that where DTMF dialing is used the numbers should be entered normally e The transmit level from this device is set at a fixed level and because of this there may be circumstances where the performance is less than optimal Before reporting such occurrences as faults please check the line with a standard Telepermitted telephone and only report a fault if the phone performance is impaired Itis recommended that this equipment be disconnected from the Telecom line during electrical storms e When relocating the
14. drive e CD RW drive DVD ROM drive DVD CD RW drive e Floppy Disk drive Your computer comes with some of these drives depending on which model you purchased You may purchase additional drives separately as accessories Device Swapping A You can swap devices in the device bay when the computer is turned off The Microsoft Windows 2000 and XP operating system support native driver utility of hot swapping you can swap devices in the device bay either the computer turned off or turned on You can find the utility program on the right system task bar tray CAUTION You should always keep a device or bat tery installed in the modular bay Don t leave it empty 98 Playing DVD Your computer comes with the WinDVD software utility disc which is for playing DVD movie titles You have to install it by yourself Firstly insert the disc into the drive then the setup manual will show up automatically You can follow the on screen display step by step method to install it Please read the InterVideo WinDVD on line Help for detail using instructions Using a CD RW Drive If your computer comes with either the CD RW or DVD ROM CD RW drive you can write to either CD R or CD RW media There is a disc called Easy CD Creator software that comes with the drive You have to installed the software by yourself Firstly insert the disc into the drive then the setup manual will show up automatically You can follow the on screen dis
15. equipment always disconnect the Telecom line connection before the power connection and reconnect the power first e This equipment may not be compatible with Telecom Distinctive Alert cadences and services such as Fax Ability NOTE THAT FAULT CALLOUTS CAUSED BY ANY OF THE ABOVE CAUSES MAY INCURA CHARGE FROM TELECOM General conditions As required by PTC 100 please ensure that this office is advised of any changes to the specifications of these products which might affect compliance with the relevant PTC Specifications The grant of this Telepermit is specific to the above products with the marketing description as stated on the Telepermit label artwork The Telepermit may not be assigned to other parties or other products without Telecom approval A Telepermit artwork for each device is included from which you may prepare any number of Telepermit labels subject to the general instructions on format size and color on the attached sheet 14 The Telepermit label must be displayed on the product at all times as proof to purchasers and service personnel that the product is able to be legitimately connected to the Telecom network The Telepermit label may also be shown on the packaging of the product and in the sales literature as required in PTC 100 The charge for a Telepermit assessment is 337 50 An additional charge of 337 50 is payable where an assessment is based on reports against non Telecom New Zealand Specificatio
16. file 5 Click File then click Send To 6 Click the icon for the diskette drive O HINT You can also back up a file to a diskette by Q clicking the file or files you want to backup with the secondary button then pointing to Send To and click ing 3 1 2 Floppy A 70 Using Compact Discs The CD ROM drive lets you read CD ROM discs and play audio Compact Discs LN CAUTION When inserting and removing CD ROM discs be careful not to touch the lens on the disc tray or the area around it due to it may cause the drive to malfunction The CD ROM Drive Eject Button Manual Eject Press the eject button to open the disc tray The eject button will not open the disc tray when the computer is off The manual eject button accessed through the small hole just to the right of the eject button allows you to open the disc tray when the computer is off 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 4 Press down on the CD until the disc locks on the spindle A 71 5 Close the disc tray CAUTION If the CD is not seated properly when you close the disc tray the CD might be damaged and the tray may not open fully when you press the eject but ton Removing a CD wit
17. indicating the option or feature the key controls Power on Display roe J Power on display When pressing the hot key the display device will switch between CRT only LCD only and simultaneous display It will not update the Power on Display setting in system setup Keyboard Hot Keys a ED Keypad on off pressing this hot key can enble disable the embedded keypad In this mode the keypad is coursor function En Numeric keypad on off pressing this hot key can enable disable the emdedded numeric keypad It depends on keypad on of state if keypad enable the Numeric lock state is logically enabled If keypad disables the Numeric function also disable Fn Scroll Lock on off This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off Brightness up When pressing the hot key can increase the Fn g p p g y brightness of LCD display Brightness down When pressing the hot key can decrease the Fn A brightness of LCD display Appendix B 143 Features and Specifications This appendix lists the features of the computers and summarizes their specifications Features This section lists the computer s standard features and specifications CPU e Intel Pentium 4 1 4GHz 1 5GHz 1 6GHz 1 7GHZHz e UFCPGA Socket CPU 512KB L2 Cache on CPU e Designed for Intel SoeedStep e 133MHz FSB Chip Set e Intel MCH M 845MP 625BGA for system controller e Intel ICH3 M for PCI to LPC Bridge PCI IDE controller Power Management Logic
18. inspect the diskette If the metal cover is loose replace the diskette If the label is loose replace the label and try inserting the diskette again The computer displays the Non system disk or disk error message If you are starting the computer from the hard disk make sure there is no diskette in the diskette drive If you are starting the computer from a diskette the diskette in the drive does not have the files necessary to start the computer Replace it with a bootable diskette 130 The drive can not read a diskette Try another diskette If you can access the second diskette the first diskette not the diskette drive is probably causing the problem Run ScanDisk on the faulty diskette for instructions see Disk 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 CD ROM tray is clean Any dirt or foreign object can interfere with the laser beam Examine the CD to see whether it is dirty If necessary wipe it with a soft clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Replace the CD in the drawer Make sure it is laying flat label side uppermost Press down until the CD ROM disc locks on the spindle Close the CD ROM tray carefully making sure it has shut completely You press the CD ROM eject button but the CD ROM tray does not slide o
19. is charged for the first time avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a time Continuing to charge a fully charged battery may impact the battery 52 Connecting a Printer Before connecting a printer you need to know whether it requires a USB ora parallel interface Check the printer s documentation If the printer can be switched between USB and parallel mode choose parallel if you want to leave your USB ports free for other use You also need a suitable printer cable which may come with your printer If not you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store CAUTION Connecting the printer cable while the computer is on may damage the printer the com puter or both NOTE If your printer is ECP or IEEE compliant make sure your printer cable is an IKE 1284 cable The following instructions assume you have a printer that uses a parallel port connection which is the most common type of printer interface 1 Turn off the computer 2 Connect the printer cable to the printer and to the computer s parallel port 3 Plug the printer s power cable into an AC outlet 4 Refer to your printer documentation for additional configuration steps 53 Connecting An Alternate Pointing Device You may want to use an external mouse or trackball instead of the computer s built in Touch Pad pointing device Your computer supports USB compatible pointing devices The Tou
20. is turned on When the computer is off press the button will turn it and launch the Microsoft Internet Explorer The Application Press the Application button will bring up the EZ Button application You can specify a special function for it If the computer is turned off pressing the button will turn on the computer and launch the program you specified The CD and MP3 switch sets which audio playback mode to use either audio CD or MP3 Set modes as follows e CD Mode Press the button to set the system in CD mode Computer Power Off state You can use the CD controls to play an audio CD without turning on the computer Computer Power On state Pushing the switch starts the Windows Media Player which will play an audio CD you have loaded in an optical drive in the Device Bay e Digital Mode Press the button to set the system in MP3 mode Computer Power Off state Pushing the switch will turn on the computer loads Windows operating system and starts the Windows Media Player which will play MP3 audio tracks you have selected Computer Power On state Pushing the switch starts the Windows Media Player which will play MP3 audio tracks you have selected The four CD Control buttons control and optical drive installed in the Device Bay The buttons function like an audio CD player controls and have the following functions e Previous Fast Rewind Returns to the preceding track on the disc gt il 41 e Play Pause Starts pl
21. 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 Microsoft Windows operating system displays The Details button displays information that the software manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem 2 Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to the clipboard 3 Open Notepad click Start point to Programs then point to Accessories and click Notepad 4 Press Ctrl and v simultaneously to paste the details into Notepad 5 Add a paragraph break and type some notes describing what you were doing when you received the message 6 Save the file and refer to it when you contact the software manufacturer 121 You open a program that immediately stops responding If CPU Sleep mode is on enabled it may stop a program from responding Close the program you are trying to open and turn off disable Sleep mode Then try to run the program again To close the program 1 Press Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously The Close Program dialog box displays all the programs and processes currently in operation If the program has stopped responding the words not responding appear beside it 2 Click End Task 3 When the dialog box appears click End Task again Problems When You Turn On the Computer These problems may occur when you
22. of the building or responsible representatives of the organization These situations may for example include e Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of airplanes or e In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If your are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment 22 Regulatory Information The Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards Canada Industry Canada IC This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device L utilisation de ce dispositif est autoris e seulement aux conditions suivantes 1 il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilsateur du dispositif doit tre pr t accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique re u m me si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif
23. overlay is on You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on e For lowercase letters hold down Fn while you type the letters e For uppercase letters hold down both Fn and shift while you type the letters To use the cursor control keys when the numeric overlay is on press and hold down Shift while you use the cursor control keys To return to the numeric overlay release Shift 65 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 e For lowercase letters hold down Fn while you type the letters e For uppercase letters hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters To use the numeric overlay keys when the cursor control overlay is on hold down Shift while you use the numeric overlay keys To return to the cursor control overlay release Shift Starting a Program There are three ways to start a program in Microsoft Windows series operating system which are from the Start menu from the Windows Explorer or from the Run menu on the taskbar Starting a program from the Start menu 1 Click Start then point to Programs Microsoft Windows series operating system displays the Programs menu which lists programs and program groups If you
24. paper holder set it at about the same height and distance as the screen Seating and Posture When using your computer maintain good posture with your body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly Proper seating is a primary factor in reducing work strain Some people find a backless chair more comfortable than a conventional chair 46 Correct posture and positioning of the computer Whichever type you choose use the following guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort The proper position to the K B is at or slight below to the leavel of your below so that your forearm will parellel to the grand You should be able to type with relaxed shoulder Keep your knees a little higher than your hips If necessary use a footrest to raise your knees for eas the preasure on back of your thighs Make your spine be well support by the chair back If need you can adjust the chair back or use a lower back supported cushion which are available at many office supply stores Lighting Proper lighting can improve the visibility of the display and reduce eyestrain e Position the display panel or external monitor so that sunlight or bright indoor ligndows or shades to reduce glare e Avoid placing your computer in front of a bright light that could shine directly in your eyes elf possible use soft indirect lighting in your computer work area 47 Arms and wrists e Avoid bending arching or twisting your
25. products CAUTION Keep liquid including cleaning fluid out of LN the computer s keyboard speaker grille and other openings Never spray cleaner directly onto the com puter Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer Moving the Computer Before moving your computer even across the room make sure that all disk activity has ended and all external peripheral cables are disconnected CAUTION Don t pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back where the ports are located 82 Chapter 4 Energy Saving Design Managing Power Usage Charging Batteries Monitoring Battery Power Conserving Battery Power Battery Alarms Changing the Main Battery Disposing of Used Batteries Safely Traveling Tips 83 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling Energy Saving Design Your computer enters a low power state when it is not being used thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency Many of these energy saving features We recommend you leave these features active allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency so that you can use it for longer periods while traveling 84 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
26. set each of these parameters in your communications program Each parameter must be set the same on both computers or you will not be able to connect 80 File Transfer Protocols File transfer protocols are standards that given how computers transfer files between modems over a telephone line You do not really need to know anything about specific protocols just make sure you are using the same protocols as the computer with which you are communicating Turning Off the Computer It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while e If you have work in progress and expect to resume shortly use your Microsoft Windows operating system Standby command to save your system settings so that when you turn on the computer again you automatically return to where you left off To leave the computer turned off for a longer period use your Microsoft Windows operating system Shut Down command instead e Never turn off the power if the hard disk drive light is on It may damage your hard disk drive 81 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 in Chapter 5 Cleaning the Computer To keep your computer clean gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth Ask your dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning
27. supplier should coordinate equipment Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system if present are connected together This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas CAUTION Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority or electrician as appropriate 2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment s Ringer Equivalence Number REN and an explanation notice similar to the following The Ringer Equivalence Number REN of this device is 0 3B NOTICE The Ringer Equivalence Number REN assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5 3 The standard connecting arrangement telephone jack type for this equipment is jack type s USOC RJ11C 10 Notes for Users in Australia amp New Zealand Modem warning notice for Australia Modems connect
28. technique for selecting objects or executing applications from icons For the most part double tapping is very similar to the double clicking 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 the object you want select lightly double tap the Touch Pad itself The double tapping will select the desired item and prompt the software to perform the related operation Many of the functions within Microsoft Windows series operating system can also be launched by using single tap on the Touch Pad This single tapping will select the desired item and prompt the software to perform the related operation When working with programs that employ a graphical user interface GUI such as Windows dragging objects from one point on the screen to another is a technique you will have to master To drag an object first move the pointer over the object then press and hold down the left button Now without releasing the button move the object to a new location on the screen by moving your finger across the Touch Pad Once the object is in the desired position release the button to drop the object in place 59 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 Compu
29. to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries the approval does nod of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance Pursuant to FCC CFR 47 Part 68 When you are ready to install or use the modem call your local telephone company and give them the following information e The telephone number of the line to which you will connect the modem e The registration number that is located on the device The FCC registration number of the modem will be found on either the device which is to be installed or if already installed on the bottom of the computer outside of the main system label e The Ringer Equivalence Number REN of the modem which can vary For the REN of your modem refer to your computer s user s guide The Ringer Equivalence Number of this device is 0 6B The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the USOC RJ11C Type of service Your modem is designed to be used on standard device telephone lines Connection to telephone company provided coin service central office implemented systems is prohibited Connection to party lines service is subject to state tariffs If you have any questions about your telephone line such as how many pieces o
30. use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on e For lowercase letters hold down Fn while you type the letters e For uppercase letters hold down both Fn and shift while you type the letters To use the cursor control keys when the numeric overlay is on press and hold down Shift while you use the cursor control keys To return to the numeric overlay release Shift 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 e For lowercase letters hold down Fn while you type the letters e For uppercase letters hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters To use the numeric overlay keys when the cursor control overlay is on hold down Shift while you use the numeric overlay keys To return to the cursor control overlay release Shift 62 Using the keyboard 85 key keyboard fe Me Me Me We Me Me ee EEE Nl Je UP AEP PP Pe E J Ee el fe I EE EEE VE fd a A S SE Character Keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter except that e The spacebar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page e The lowercase letter and the number 1 are not interchange able e The uppercase letter O and the number 0
31. wrists Keep them in a relaxed neutral position while typing e Exercise your hands wrists and arms to improve circulation Br WARNING Using the computer keyboard incorrectly OC may result in discomfort and possible wound If your hands wrists and or arms bother you while typing stop using the computer and rest If the discomfort persists Consult a physician v Work Habits The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities If possible schedule a variety of tasks into your working day Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency e Take frequent breaks to change position stretch your muscles and relieve your eyes A break of two or three minutes every half hour is more effective than a long break after several hours e Avoid performing repetitive activities for long periods Intersparse such activities with other tasks e Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long periods can cause eyestrain Look away from the computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant object for at least 30 minutes 48 Other Precautions EX gt v A Your computer is designed to optimize safety minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability However you should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer WARNING Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside of the computer
32. your PC Card configuration and status The computer stops working when you insert a PC Card The problem may be caused by an I O input output conflict between the PCMCIA socket and another device in the system Use Device Manager to make sure each device has its own I O base address Since all PC Cards share the same socket each card is not required to have its own address 134 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 operating system displays a message that you may safely remove the card 3 Remove the card from the slot The system does not recognize your PC Card or PCMCIA socket controller This problem may be caused by a low battery Replace the battery with a fully charged one or charge the battery fully as follows 1 Make sure the computer is not in Standby 2 Turn off the computer 3 Connect the AC adapter and power cable 4 Keep the computer plugged in for about seven hours with the power turned off If power is not the problem try removing the card inserting it again and reinstalling it using the procedure in Inserting PC Cards The problem may also be caused by a conflict with any additional memory in your system If you recently installed a memory expansion card tu
33. ANE ES MME CHIE RIIEE lt AUR DRAB 2 PATES verte ERT a Zins ER BHR gt URIS VASER HERRIRA AUR SAE SRE REED HRES RUBS ARS oe AMENI NSBR Saat Sari Te ie BAAS ZAG ERR RTFAEEN AIX JSS RSI EURE PRS ARER boys HEARS FUT Bina aed D4 OV AY E ER 19 FCC Class B Digital Devices amp Peripheral Devices Declaration of Conformity or Certification Authorization Declaration of Conformity Label amp Marking Requirements e User Manual must provide user information in accordance with 15 19 a 3 15 21 15 27 and 15 105 b Instruction Manual Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement 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 This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not inst
34. B ports on the computer We recommend the USB port on the right hand side of the computer For left handed users use one of the rear USB ports 2 The device will probably require driver and possibly other software install it according to the instructions that come with the it 3 Position the device where you want to use it e lt Rear USB Ports 110 Connecting an External Monitor You might want to connect an external monitor to your computer to have a larger screen and to reduce wear on the built in LCD screen You can connect a CRT desktop monitor to the standard 15 pin VGA port on the rear of the computer or if the monitor has a USB interface to one of the USB ports To connect a monitor to the VGA port do as follows 1 Turn off the computer 2 Check the instructions that come with the monitor 3 Plug the VGA connector from the monitor onto the VGA port of the computer 4 Tighten the thumbscrews on the connector to secure the connector to the monitor If the monitor supports Plug and Play as most newer monitors do Microsoft Windows opersting system will automatically recognize and configure the system for it You can then use the Display Properties control panel to configure display settings for the monitor VGA Connector 111 Connecting Audio Devices The audio jacks on the left side of the computer allow you to connect several devices including speakers a microphone and an external a
35. D RW drives that can record to CD R and CD RW media External Floppy Disk Drive You can also purchase an external USB floppy disk drive from other electronics stores The drive is powered from the computer You simply plug it in and it works 115 Upgrading System Memory You can upgrade the system memory in your computer The computer has two sockets for SODIMM memory modules They are located in the memory compartment on the underside of the computer Generally one socket has a module installed when you get the computer and the other socket is empty to allow for upgrades The computer can have a maximum of 1GB installed If you want to upgrade the system memory you need to use only certified modules Ask your vendor or check the web site for a list of approved memory products The basic specifications of the memory used are e 200 pin DDR module e 2 5 Volt DDR e PC 133 e 128MB 256MB or 512MB capacity Installing a Memory Upgrade Unless you are familiar with computer upgrades and comfortable doing so we suggest that you have any memory upgrades installed at the nearest Service Center If you want to install a memory upgrade yourself do as follows 1 Make sure the computer is turned off 2 Place the computer on a static free surface and turn it over 3 Remove the memory compartment panel by removing the two retaining screws and lifting the cover panel out 4 Insert the SODIMM module in the socket at a 45 angle
36. Features Using the Modular Bay Using the CD Digital Switch to Play MP3 Tracks Audio CD Player Feature Using i Link Port IEEE1394 Using the SmartMedia Cards Using the IR Port Using Wireless LAN Using the SpeedStep Utility 96 Using Advanced Features This chapter explains many advanced features of your notebook computer Advanced Features Your notebook built in nVidia GeForce4 420 Go video display hardware which supports superior 2D and 3D performance GeForce4 420 Go Features You can either go into the GeForce4 420 Go settings through Start Settings Control Panel Display or Right click on the Windows desktop then check Properties Follow the on screen display step by step panels you will find the following settings 1 nView The nView allows you connect two separate output devices which includes analog monitor digital flat panel or TV You can connect to a TV through TV OUT connector The default setup is nView disabled You can do the Color Correction controls at the panel too 2 GeForce4 420 Go Settings You can check the installed technical information customize Direct 3D Settings customize OpenGL setting and show the nVidia QuickTweak utility on the taskbar By default the setting is good enough for the most of usages 3 Overlay Controls It allows you to adjust the display screen appearance 97 Using the Modular Bay The modular bay supports one of following removable modules CD ROM
37. Revert to the default settings 132 PC Card problems PC Cards PCMCIA compatible include many types of devices such as a removable hard disk additional memory fax modem or pager Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards If you re having trouble getting one or more of these devices to work together several sections in this chapter may apply e Resource conflicts can cause problems when using PC Cards e If the device is a modem see Modem problems PC Card Checklist e Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot e Make sure all cables are securely connected e Make sure the computer is loading only one version of Card and Socket Services e Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality control If another PCMCIA equipped computer is available try the card in that machine If the card malfunctions again it may be defective 133 Resolving PC Card Problems Here are some common problems and their solutions The slots appear to be dead and PC Cards that used to work no longer do Check the PC Card status 1 Click the My Computer icon with the secondary button then click Properties Windows operating system displays the System Properties dialog box 2 Click the Device Manager tab 3 Double click the device listed as your PC Card Windows operating system displays your PC Card s Properties dialog box This dialog box contains information about
38. User s Manual EU Declaration of Conformity CE Declares that the product conforms to the following Standards EU Declaration of Conformity EU Ubereinstimmugserklarung D claration de conformit UE Declaraci n de conformidad de la UE Dichiarazione di conformit UE EU F rs kran om Overensstammelse Erkl rt da das Produkt folgenden Normen entspricht D clarent que le produit cit ci dessocus est conforme aux normes suivantes Declaran que el producto cumple los sigulentes est ndares Dichiara che il prodotto conforme alle seguenti norme Intygar att produkten verensst mmer med f ijande normer Supplementary Information The product complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC and the EMC Directive 89336 EEC Weitere Informationen Das Produkt entspricht den Anforderungen der Niederspannungs Richtlinie 73 23 EG undd der EMC Richtlinie 89 336 EG Informations compl rnentaires Ce produit est conforme aux exigences de la directive sur les basses tensions 73 23 CEE et de la directive EMC 89 336 CEE Informacion complementaria El Producto cumple los requistos de baja tension de la Directiva 73 23 CEE y la Directiva EMC 89 336 CEE Ulteriori informazioni Il prodotto conforme ai requisiti della direttiva sulla bassa tensione 73 23 EG e la direttiva EMC 89 336 EG Ytteligare information Produkten uppfyller kraven enligt
39. Work Make sure that the Microsoft Windows series operating system 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 your Microsoft Windows operating system to run with the additional printer s LD 1 If your printer is not on turn it on now 2 In the File menu of your Windows program click Print The program displays a Print dialog box similar to the one below A sample Print dialog box FT General Select Printer Add Printer SAER 6P Status Ready C Print ta file Location Comment Find Printer Page Range All Number of copies 1 m O Pages 1 65535 ate mij 1 Enter either a single page number or a single i 112 le 5 12 page range For example 5 sb 3 Click OK to print 69 Backing Up Your Files Backing up your files simply means copying individual files to a floppy disk or copying entire sections of your hard disk to another media such as a CD R or CD RW discs Copying to a diskette 1 Insert a formatted floppy disk into the floppy disk drive 2 Double click the My Computer icon on the Windows desktop 3 Double click the drive that contains the file you want to copy 4 Double click the folder containing the file then click the file you want to copy Q HINT Use the Ctrl or Shift keys to select more than one
40. alled and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help 20 FCC Caution To assure continued compliance example use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral deresponsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Responsible Party Name Address In U S A Telephone No 1 800 number located in U S A Warning This device and its antenna s must operate with a separation distance of at least 5 cm from all persons and must not be
41. and then press it down into the socket until it snaps in place 5 Place the compartment cover panel and retain screws 116 The memory upgrade is now installed Turn the computer right side up open it and turn iton The system should automatically recognize the new total memory capacity You can check this by clicking on My Computer with the right Mouse button clicking on the Properties item in the menu that appears and display the memory size in the General panel of the System Properties control panel CAUTION If you install a memory module that is not compatible with the computer a beep will sound and the LCD screen will be blank when you turn on the power In this case shut down the power and remove the incompatible memory module 117 Chapter 7 Problems That are Easy to Fix Problems When you Turn On the Computer Fixing Device Related Problems Power Problems Keyboard Problems Display Problems Disk Drive Problems CD ROM Drive Problems Sound System Problems PC Card Problems Resolving PC Card Problems Printer Problems Modem Problems Develop Good Computing Habit Contacying 118 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 It covers the problems you are mos
42. apping Refer to your PC Card s manual for informa tion 1 If your PC Card does not support hot swapping save your data and turn off the computer before inserting the PC Card For more information see Hot swapping 2 Hold the PC Card with the arrow side up and the connector side toward the slot 3 Align the card connectors with an available PC Card slot and carefully slide the card into the slot until it locks into place There are two eject buttons one per slot When the PC card is seated the eject button for that slot pops out 4 Press the eject button to put it in its retracted position 74 NOTE If you have a Type III card insert the connec tor into the lower slot If you have a Type Il card in sert it into either the upper or the lower slot Type Il PC Card Slot Type II III PC Card Slot NOTE An HDD or CD ROM connected to a 16 bit PC card might affect the performance of the computer s sound system and data transmission including slower transmission speeds and dialing errors CAUTION To avoid damaging the computer or the PC Card don t force the card into the slot Removing PC Cards 1 Click the PC Card button on the taskbar 2 Click Stop xxxx where xxxx is the name of the PC Card you want to stop A message will appear indicating that you may safely remove the card 3 To remove the PC Card press the respective eject button once The eject button pops out 75 can remove i
43. are not interchange able The Caps Lock key shifts the letter keys to upper case the number and symbol keys are not affected The Caps Lock LED on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the Caps Lock key 63 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 A a i The function keys not to be confused with the Fn key are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard Through F1 to F12 are called function keys because they perform programmed functions when pressed Used in combination with the Fn key function keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer Windows Special Keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows The Windows key activates the Start menu The Application key has the same function as the secondary mouse or the Touch Pad button A Windows Logo Key Application Key 64 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 ea J a LA lala ae ee To turn the numeric overlay on and off press Fn and F10 first then press Fn and F11 simultaneously The numeric mode light on the status panel glows when the numeric
44. ase Latch Expansion Memory Slot Cover Modular Bay Release Latch 36 Front with the Display Open The LCD Screen is the computer s primary display There are several LCD options available for this computer The one you have will depend on which model you purchased The options include e 14 1 TFT with SXGA 1400 x 1050 resolution e 14 1 TFT with XGA 1024 x 768 resolution e 13 3 TFT with XGA 1024 x 768 resolution DEFINITION TFT Thin Film Transistor is a type of LCD flat panel display screen in which each pixel con trolled by from one to four transistors Screens with TFT technology sometimes called active matrix LCDs provide better resolution than other types of flat panel LCD displays LCD Screen Power Button Keyboard Touch Pad 37 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 the LCD back light or let system enter a lower power suspend mode depending on the power management setting in the OS The Keyboard provides all the functionality of a full size keyboard The front panel provides a palm rest to assist you in maintaining proper posture while using the computer The keyboard function keys when used with the Fn key activate various system functions such as the LCD brightness control The Touch Pad is a pressure sensitive pointing d
45. ay 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 Click Properties and then Settings 3 Change the Colors option and click OK For more information see Windows Help A message indicates a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer s internal display To change the display properties 1 Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button 2 Click Properties and then Settings 3 Change a setting and click OK For more information see Windows Help 128 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 Make sure you are identifying the drive by its correct name A or C Run ScanDisc which analyzes the directories files and File Allocation Table FAT on the disk and repairs any damage it finds To run ScanDisk 1 Click Start point to Programs Accessories System Tools and click ScanDisk 2 Click the dr
46. aying the disc or pause the disc if it is currently playing e Next Fast Forward Skips to the following track on the disc If a track is playing it ast forwards through the track while the button is pressed e Stop Stops a disc that is currently playing 42 Chapter 2 Getting Started Setting Up Your Computer Connecting a Printer Connecting An Alternate Pointing Device Using the Computer for the First Time 43 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 If any items are missing or damaged notify your dealer immediately Selecting a Place to Work Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations 44 Creating a Computer Friendly Environment Place the computer on a flat surface which is large enough for the computer and any other items you need to use such as a printer Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation and prevent overheating To keep your computer in prime operating condition protect your work area from e Dust moisture and direct sunlight e Liquids and corrosive chemicals CAUTION If you spill liquid into the computer turn it off unplu
47. ch Pad remains operable even if you connect a millenary pointing device to the computer Using a USB Pointing Device o gt USB Ports 1 Plug the USB pointing device cable into one of the USB ports We recommend the USB port on the right side of the computer For left handded user s use one of the rear USB ports 2 Refer to your device documentation for configuration steps o gt USB Port NOTE In Windows Millennium Edition the green ques tion mark is displayed on USB Universal Host Control ler 2485 2484 2487 the reason is the newer USB con troller was unknown at the time Windows Millennium Edition was release the USB function no any loss 54 Using the Computer for the First Time Flip the display panel latch up to release it and then lift the display panel to open the computer CAUTION Dont force the display panel open be VAN yond the point where it moves easily Never lift or move the computer by grasping the display panel 55 Turning On the Computer PA AN 1 Make sure that the diskette drive is empty 2 Open the display panel 3 If you have a printer connected to your computer turn the printer on and wait until it indicates it is ready 4 Turn on the computer by momentarily pressing then releasing the power button When you release the power button the Power LED on the system indicator Hinge Bar comes on NOTE When turning on the computer for the first time Don t t
48. co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter End users must be provided with specific operating instructions for satisfying RF explosure compliance Wireless Interoperability The Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS radio technology and is compliant to e The IEEE 802 11 Standard on Wireless LANs Revision B as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers e The Wireless Fidelity WiFi certification as defined by the WECA Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance 21 Wireless LAN and your Health Wireless LAN products like other radio devices emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted by the proprietor
49. e a SmartMedia card try removing the card and inserting it again SmartMedia LED will turn on even if system is not ac cessing SmartMedia Below is for your reference If SmartMedia access LED keeps turning on when SmartMedia card is inserted try accessing to the card Be careful not to touch the connectors You could ex port the storage area to static electricity which can de stroy 102 Removing the SmartMedia Card A S D E A CAUTION Do not remove a SmartMedia card while data is being written or read Data could be destroyed Wait for the SmartMedia access LED to go out Event if the message Copying on the screen disappears writing to a SmartMedia card might still be in progress 1 Right click on the SmartMedia drive s icon and select Eject from the pop up menu 2 Push the card and release it The card will pop out slightly 3 Lift the left side of the computer slightly and grasp the card Pull it straight out NOTE Please format SmartMedia card by device such like digital camera NOTE The SmartMedia card metal Golden color connector should be on the button side when insert CAUTION Don t remove SmartMedia during ac cess LED for SmartMedia is turning on CAUTION Do not format SmartMedia card with FAT32 NTFS format NOTE Pull the card completely out when you re move it Do not leave it partially 103 Using the IR Port You can tra
50. e asked for permission before use of this product Furthermore for general safety reasons the use of this product in environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted Network connection class A warning If this product has networking capabilities and will be connected to a network Class A radiation limits will be observed in accordance with technical conventions This means that if the product will be used in a domestic environment other devices in the near surrounding may suffer interference Consequently please do not use this product in such environments for example a living room otherwise you could be held responsible for any ensuing interference CE compliance This product and the original options are designed to observe the related EMC Electromagnetic compatibility and safety standards However should not guarantee that this product still observes these EMC standards if options or cables not produced by are connected or implemented In this case the persons who have connected implemented those options cables have to assure that the system PC plus options cables still fulfils the required standards To avoid in general EMC problems following advice should be observed e Only CE marked options should be connected implemented e Only best shielded cables should be connected Conformity Statement The equipment has been approved to Commission Decision CTR21 for pan European single terminal connection
51. eature Save your work e On a regular basis back up the information stored on your hard disk Here are two ways you can do this e Copy files to diskette in Microsoft Windows operating system e Connect a backup device ex CD R to the system and use specialized software to copy everything on the hard disk to a backup device Some people use a combination of these methods backing up all files to backup device weekly and copying critical files to diskette on a daily basis If you have installed your own programs you should back up your programs as well as your data files If something goes wrong that requires you to format your hard disk and start again reloading all your programs and data files from a backup will save time e Read the user s guides It s very difficult to provide a fail safe set of steps you can follow every time you experience a problem with the computer Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together 138 Get familiar with all the user s guides provided with your computer as well as the manuals that come with the programs and devices you purchased Your local computer store or book store sells a variety of self help books you can use to supplement the information in the manuals If problem solving is taking a long time take a break If you have been fighting to solve a problem for along time you are probably frustrated by
52. ebook as if it were a standard office computer An external monitor connects to the monitor port Any USB devices including an external keyboard and pointing device connect to the USB ports Using a Computer Lock You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk The easiest way to do this is to purchase a computer cable lock 1 Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy object Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object 77 2 Pass the locking end through the loop 3 Insert the cable s locking end into the security lock slot then rotate the key a quarter turn and remove it Security Lock Slot Setting Up Communications To connect to the Internet use an online service or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer you need e A modem supplied with your notebook computer e Atelephone line e A browser or communications program e An Internet Service Provider ISP or online service if you plan to use the Internet CAUTION Never connect the Modular jack to a digital line Digital line s high current can damage the mo dem 78 Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line Before you can use the modem you must connect it to a standard voice grade telephone line TECHNICAL NOTE Disable Call Waiting before you connect through the modem Call Waiting interrupts data transmission he ROM drive or HDD connect
53. ection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business other entity or individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business other entity or individual In order to program this information into your fax modem you should complete the setup of your fax software before sending messages Instructions for IC CS 03 certified equipment 1 NOTICE The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective operational and safety requirement as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirement document s The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user s satisfaction Before installing this equipment users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions might not prevent degradation of service in some situations Repairs to certified a representative designated by the
54. ed by is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer s USB ports external monitor port PS 2 keyboard port and PS 2 mouse port Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by or parties authorized by could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 16 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Canadian Regulatory Information Canada Only This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications Note that Canadian Department of Communications DOC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Corporation could void your authority to operate this equipment This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la class B respecte toutes les exgences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada BSMI Notice Taiwan Only SAGA BEAR Shem CARRARA Wee 15 DY FEAR STB HIStB ia Fs EA BRECK IRE RE SAY ER
55. ed to a 16 bit PC card modem speed might be slow or communication might be interrupted NOTE If you use a storage device such as a CD 1 Plug one end of a standard RJ 11 telephone cable into the modem port 2 Plug the other end of the RJ 11 telephone cable into the modular jack of a standard voice grade telephone line NOTE The plug may be different in your country La Modem Port 79 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 e The communications parameters e The file transfer protocol only if you are downloading or uploading files Communications Parameters There are four communications parameters e Modem speed The speed at which the modem transfers information Speeds are measured in bits per second Data bits The number of bits in one character This number is usually seven or eight e Stop bit Indicates the end of a character This number is usually one or two e Parity An error checking method which will be set to even odd or none Communications parameters except for the modem speed are usually abbreviated and combined Common examples are N81 no parity eight data bits and one stop bit and E72 even parity seven data bits and two stop bits You
56. ed to the Australian telecom network must have a valid Austell permit This modem has been designed to specifically configure to ensure compliance with Austell standards when the country selection is set to Australia The use of other country setting while the modem is attached to the Australian PSTN would result in you modem being operated in a non compliant manner To verify that the country is correctly set enter the command ATI9 that displays the currently active setting To set the country permanently to Australia enter the following AT TE 1 ATS133 1 AT amp F AT amp W AT TE 0 ATZ Failure to set the modem to the Australia country setting as shown above will result in the modem being operated in a non compliant manner Consequently there would be no permit in force for this equipment and the Telecom Act 1991 prescribes a penalty of 12 000 for the connection of non permitted equipment 11 Notes for use of this device in New Zealand e The grant of a Telepermit for a device in no way indicates Telecom acceptance of responsibility for the correct operation of that device under all operating conditions In particular the higher speeds at which this modem is capable of operating depend on a specific network implementation which is only one of many ways of delivering high quality voice telephony to customers Failure to operate should not be reported as a fault to Telecom e In addition to satisfactory line conditions a modem
57. er for procedure to follow Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenatennes Neem contact op met verkoper voor juiste procedure USA Federal Communications Commission FCC This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules Operation of the devices in a Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions e This device may not cuase harmful interference e This device must accept any interference that may cause un desired operation Caution Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized When using this device in combination with Wireless LAN Outdoor Antenna products a certain separation distance between antenna and nearby persons has to be kept to ensure RF exposure compliance The distance between the antennas and the user should not be less than 5 0cm Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identificed in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information The Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless it is advised to use the Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card in such a manner that human contact during normal operation is minimized 26 Interference Statement This equipment has been tested a
58. evice which works like a mouse to position the cursor on the screen The two Touch Pad Control Buttons are essentially the same function as mouse buttons Touch Pad Secondary Button Primary Button 38 System Status Indicators amp Controls The System Status Indicators amp Controls are divided into two sections those on the Hinge Bar and those on the Base Panel The Hinge Bar indicators and controls include the following items from left to right The Power LED lights blue when the computer is on or while playing CD or MP3 audio tracks with the system turned off It flashes blue while the system is in Standby or Suspend mode The LED turns off when the computer is turned off or in hibernation mode The Battery LED indicates the main battery s current charge or discharge status 1 It light blue and solid on when the battery is fully charged 2 lt lights blue and blinking LED on 1 second every 1 second while the battery is being charged with AC adapter 3 It lights blue and blinking LED on 1 second every 4 second when the battery capacity is below 10 4 It lights blue and blinking LED on 1 second every 2 second when the battery capacity reaches 3 The DC IN LED lights blue when the computer is connected to the AC adapter and it is plugged into an AC power source 5 A p 39 The HDD LED flashes blue when the system is accessing the hard disk drive CAUTION Never turn off the compu
59. f equipment you can connect to it the telephone company will provide this information upon request Telephone company procedures The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can In order to do this it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in their equipment operations or procedures If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your equipment the telephone company will give you notice in writing to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service If problems arise If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly you should immediately remove it from your telephone line as it may cause harm to the telephone network If the telephone company notes a problem they may temporarily discontinue service When practical they will notify you in advance of this disconnection If advance notice is not feasible you will be notified as soon as possible When you are notified you will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC In the event repairs are ever needed on your modem they should be performed by Corporation or an authorized representative of Corporation Disconnection If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line please call the telephone company and let them know of this change Fax branding The Telephone Consumer Prot
60. g it from the AC power source and let it dry out completely before turning it on again If the com puter does not operate correctly after you turn it back on contact a authorized service provider e Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field such as stereo speakers other than speakers that are connected to the computer or speakerphones e Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters e Extreme heat cold or humidity Use the computer within a temperature range of 5 to 35 C and 20 to 80 non condensing humidity 45 Keeping Yourself Comfortable Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend more time using their computers However with a little care and proper use of the equipment you can work comfortably throughout the day This section provides hints on avoiding strain and stress injuries For more information consult books on ergonomics repetitive strain injury and repetitive stress syndrome Computer Placement Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to avoid stress related injuries e Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance You should be able to type without twisting your torso or neck and look at the screen without slouching e If you are using an external monitor the top of the display should be no higher than eye level e If you use a
61. h the Computer on A 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 2 Pull the disc tray until it is fully open remove the CD and place it in its protective cover 3 Close the disc tray Removing a CD with the Computer Off A 1 Insert a slender object such as a straightened paper clip into the manual eject hole CAUTION Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button Pencil lead can break off inside the com puter end and damage the devices 2 Pull the disc tray until it is fully open remove the CD and place itin its protective cover 3 Close the disc tray 72 Caring for Compact Discs e Store your CDs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean e Don t bend a CD or place heavy objects on top of it e Don t apply a label to or otherwise mar the surface of a CD e Hold a CD by its outside edge Fingerprints on the surface of a CD can prevent the drive from reading the data properly e Don t expose CDs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold e To clean a CD wipe it with a clean dry cloth starting from the center of the CD and wiping toward the outward edge Do not wipe using a circular motion If necessary moisten the cloth with water or a neutral cleaner not benzene or rubbing a
62. ion by clicking on the Advanced button for Sound Recording Now you re all set to use the microphone N Microphone Jack 113 Connecting an External Audio Source You can connect an external audio source to the computer to transfer audio data to it for recording or to playback through the speakers To connect an external audio source do as follows 1 Plug the miniplug connector from the connecting audio cable into the Line In jack on the left side of the computer 2 Adjust the Line In volume in the Windows Sounds and Multimedia control panel s Audio panel section by clicking on the Volume button for Sound Recording 3 Adjust the recording quality in the Windows Sounds and Multimedia control panel s Audio panel section by clicking on the Advanced button for Sound Recording Now you re all set to either record or playback audio from the external source 114 Additional Disk Drive Options You can get additional disk drives to either install in the device bay or connect externally Modular Bay Drive Options In addition to the drive that came in the modular bay of your computer you can purchase any of the device bay drive options separately The drives available include e CD ROM e CD RW e DVD e DVD CD RW You will have received at least one of these with your computer If for example your model came with a CD ROM drive you might want to get either a Floppy Disk drive or you might want one of the C
63. ive you want to test 3 Select the type of test you want to use A thorough test is more complete but takes much more time than a standard test 4 Click Start ScanDisc tests the disk Your hard disk seems very slow If you have been using your computer for some time your files may have become fragmented Run Disk Defragmenter To do this click Start point to Programs Accessories System Tools and click Disk Defragmenter 129 Your data files are damaged or corrupted Refer to your software documentation for file recovery procedures Many software packages automatically create backup files You may also be able to recover lost data using utility software which is available from your dealer 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 You may already have a diskette in the drive Make sure the drive is empty You may be inserting the diskette incorrectly Hold the label of the disk with the hub side facing down and insert it so that the metal head window cover goes into the drive first The metal cover or a loose label may be obstructing the path into the drive Carefully
64. l gsp nningsdirektiver 73 23EEC och EMC direktiv 89 336 EEC Working environment This product was designed to fulfil the EMC electromagnetic compatibility requirement to be observed for so called Residential commercial and light industry environments Do not approve the use of this product in working environments other than the above mentioned Residential commercial and light industry environments For example the following environments are not approved e Industrial Environments environments with a mains volt age gt 230V e Medical Environments e Automotive Environments Aircraft Environments NOTE If this product is supplied with a network port please refer to the paragraph Network connection Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working environments that are not approved are not the responsibility of Corporation The consequences of the use of this product in non approved working environments maybe Interference with other devices or machines in the near surrounding area e Malfunction of or data loss from this product caused by disturbances generated by other devices or machines in the near surrounding area Therefore strongly recommend that the electromagnetic compatibility of this product should be suitably tested in all non approved working environments before use In the case of automobiles or aircraft the manufacturer or airline respectively should b
65. lcohol Let the CD dry completely before inserting it in the drive Using PC Cards PC Cards expand your computer s capabilities and usefulness You can purchase additional PC Cards from your dealer Most PC Cards conform to the PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association standard Your computer comes with two stacked PC Card slots and supports two types of PC Card e Type II cards are typically used for fax modems memory storage network cards etc You can install up to two of these cards one in each slot e Type Ill cards are used for removable hard disks and other functions that require a larger card You can install just one of these cards 73 Check the documentation that came with the PC Card to see if it conforms to the PCMCIA 2 1 standard or later Other cards may work with your computer but are likely to be much more difficult to set up and use Inserting PC Cards LD 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 Microsoft Windows series oper ating system provides the Card and Socket Services for your PC Card Even if your PC Card comes with its own version of Card and Socket Services you should use the files included in Microsoft Windows series operating system Some PC Cards do not support Hot sw
66. llel port let you connect a parallel printer or other devices including ECP compatible devices The Modem port lets you connect to a standard telephone line through a Modem cable The LAN port is an RJ 45 jack for using a standard LAN cable to connect to a Local Area Network The TV out port allows you to connect to a television or TV monitor with an S video cable NOTE There are two status indicator on the LAN port The right indicator grows green color when the LAN port links with cable well and the left one flashes amber when the LAN is active Activity Link Amber light BE BE Green light VUN The VGA portis a standard 15 pin VGA port for connecting an analog display such as a desktop computer monitor The IR port is a fast infrared communication port that allows the system to communicate with other IR equipped devices The Security lock slot allows you to attach a Kensington cable lock to secure the computer to a desk or other object to prevent theft of the computer 35 Bottom Side The Expansion Memory slot Cover protects the system memory modules Q Eh The Battery Release latch locks the battery in the battery bay and prevents it from falling out To release the battery slide the latch in the direction the arrow indicates QQ a The Modular Bay Release latch locks a device in the modular bay To release the device slide the latch in the direction the arrow indicates Battery Rele
67. lose its ability to hold a charge To maximize the life of your main battery e Don t leave the computer plugged in and unused for more than a few hours Overcharging the main battery may shorten its life e If you are not going to use the computer for a long period of time remove the battery e Alternate between battery packs if you have a spare e Make sure the computer is off when you are replacing the battery e Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight 86 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 LD To charge the batteries while they are in your computer plug the computer into a live AC outlet It takes approximate 3 0 hours to charge the battery to full while the computer is off It takes much longer to charge a battery to full while the computer is on TECHNICAL NOTE The battery only can charge a small current while the computer Is consuming full power The battery may not start charging immediately if The battery is extremely hot or cold To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity wait until it reaches room temperature 5 C to 35 C 41 F to 95 F e The battery is almost completely discharged Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes HINT Once a battery pack is fully charged
68. mizing battery power see Maximizing battery life 125 Keyboard Problems If when you type strange things happen or nothing happens the problem may be related to the keyboard itself The keyboard produces unexpected characters A keypad overlay may be on If the numeric keypad or cursor control light is on press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the cursor control light or press Fn and F11 simultaneously to turn off the numeric keypad light If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off make sure the software you are using is not remaking the keyboard Refer to the software s documentation and check that the program does not assign different meanings to any of the keys You have connected an external keyboard and operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages If you have a second keyboard try it If it works the first keyboard may be defective or incompatible with your computer Nothing happens when you press the keys on the external keyboard You may have plugged the external USB keyboard in while the computer was turned on Using the Touch Pad or pointing device to click Start then click Shut Down When Microsoft Windows operating system displays the Shut Down dialog box select Restart and click OK The computer will restart and recognize the device The keyboard locks and the computer will not restart Push the power button more then 4 seconds The computer will shut dow
69. mm Rear Weight e Approximately 5 9lbs 2 7kgs for 14 1 XGA TFT LCD with 8 cells main battery and DVD ROM The actual weight is depending on which configuration you purchase Appendix C 150 Power Cable Connectors The computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide This appendix shows the configuration of typical AC power cord plugs and sockets in various parts of the world USA and Canada UL approved CSA approved United Kingdom 0 BS approved 0 35 Australia AS approved sii VDE approved NEMKO approved
70. n Article 14 Unless approved for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery any company trader or user shall not change the frequency increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design Article 17 Any use of the low power frequency electric machinery shall not affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications In event that any interference is found the use of such electric machinery shall be stopped immediately and reusing of such products can be resumed until no interference occurs after improvement The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communcations or from industrial scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation conformity Certification and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law of Japan Do not disassemble or modify the device Do not remove the authorization label from the device 29 Chapter 1 Front with the Display Closed Left side Right side Bottom Front with the Display Open System Status Indicators amp Controls 30 Finding Your Way Around This chapter pre
71. n Then push the power button again to turn on the computer 126 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 If you are using the built in screen make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor To do this press Fn and F5 simultaneously once If this does not correct the problem press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to its previous setting If you are using an external monitor e Check that the monitor is turned on e Check that the monitor s power cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet e Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached e Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor e Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built in screen The screen does not look right You can change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the Touch pad secondary button then clicking Properties This causes operating system to open the Display 127 Properties dialog box The Appearance tab of this dialog box allows you to choose the colors for the screen The Settings tab allows you to choose the screen resolution The built in screen flickers Some flickering is a normal result of the w
72. nal disk drives to use in the device bay and installing more system memory Using External Peripherals Your computer s numerous ports allow you to connect all sorts of peripheral devices to it In this section we ll cover some of the most common devices you might want to use if you frequently use your computer at one location 108 Connecting a USB Keyboard You can install a full size USB keyboard This may be more convenient for some tasks and saves wear and tear on the computer s built in keyboard To install an external USB keyboard do as follows 1 Plug the keyboard into one of the USB ports on the computer We recommend one of the rear ports if you will also connect an external pointing device for left handed users Use the USB port on the right hand side of the computer for right handed users 2 Ifthe keyboard has advanced features that require driver or other software install it according to the instructions that come with it 3 Position the keyboard where you want to use it W4 NOTE You dont have to turn off the computer to connect or disconnect USB devices e lt gt Right Side USB Port 109 Connecting an External USB Pointing Device You can install an external USB pointing device to use instead of the built in Touch Pad device You can use any type of pointing device as long as it has a USB interface To install an external USB pointing device do as follows 1 Plug the device into one of the US
73. nd 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 This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions it may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with the Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user 27 Copyright Notice This g
74. now Stand up and take a deep breath Often you can find a new solution to a problem just by stepping away from it for a few moments 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 Try the following before contacting e Check Windows update via internet for drivers softwave update etc e Review the troubleshooting information in your Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition or Millennium Edition or Windows 2000 or Windows XP documentation 139 Ifthe problem occurs while you are running a program consult the program s documentation for troubleshooting suggestions Contact the software company s technical support group for their assistance e Consult the dealer from whom you purchased your computer and or program Your dealer is your best source for current information Contacting If you still need helps and suspect that the problem is hardware related you can call your dealer to help you Appendix A 141 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 label on or above the key
75. ns 112 50 is charged for each variation when submitted at the same time as the original An invoice for NZ1237 50 will be sent under separate cover 15 FCC Notice Declaration of Conformity Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 ofthe FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help WARNING Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non compliant peripherals or peripherals not recommend
76. nsfer files to another computer using your notebook computer s Infrared port Both computers involved in the data transfer must have compatible Infrared ports and synchronization software Using Wireless LAN Your computer may integrate an 802 11b Wireless Networking depending on which model that you purchased It is a high speed wireless network connection uses two way radio transmission to communicate with an Access Point transceiver that is physically connected to the network by cable The Wireless Networking driver utility has been preinstalled and set up on the computer You may get the detail operating explanation set up information from it s online Help 1 Push the Wireless Networking switch to turn on the Wireless Networking The LED beside the switch light blue to show the on status 2 Run the system task bar to connect the nearest Access Point NOTE Please turn off wireless networking feature before boarding a plane 104 Using the SpeedStep Utility Your Computer supports Intel SpeedStep technology utility when your computer comes with Intel Mobile Pentium 4 CPU The SpeedStep Technology can automatically change your computer s performance when the power source changed It will extend the usable length of your battery power When your computer is running battery power you can choose either Battery optimized performance or Maximum performance The battery optimized performance is recommended I
77. omputer is consuming full power Try turning off the computer The main battery may not be inserted correctly in the computer Turn off the computer remove the battery clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth if necessary and replace the battery The battery may be too hot or too cold to charge properly Its temperature needs to be in the range 5 degrees to 50 degrees Centigrade If you think this is the probable cause let the battery reach room temperature and try again If the battery has completely discharged it will not begin charging immediately Leave the AC adapter and power cable connected wait 20 minutes and see whether the battery is charging If the battery light is glowing after 20 minutes let the computer continue charging the battery for at least another 20 minutes before you turn on the computer If the battery light does not glow after 20 minutes the battery may have reached the end of its useful life Try replacing it The battery appears not to power the computer for as long as it usually does Check the power options using the Microsoft Windows operating system 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 For more information on maxi
78. play step by step method to install it Please read the program Quick Reference Guide for detail using instructions CAUTION When using CD RW device do not copy data directly from external device e g USB IEEE1394 device Please copy the data into the Hard Disk Drive then copy to the CD RW disk 99 Using the CD Digital Switch to Play MP3 Tracks Audio CD Player Feature This player application supports audio CDs direct play and MP3 with the computer turned off To play MP3 files you need to use the Windows Media Player that comes with the Windows operating system You can refer to previous Chapter 1 System Status Indicators amp Controls for instruction Using the Easy Buttons The Easy Button utility program is preinstalled in your computer This software supports you to configure various button functions Most of the button functions are fixed which include Volume Control CD Digital Switch and CD Control Buttons There are another two programmable buttons on the Base Panel They are the Application button and the Internet button You can double click the Easy Button icon on the system taskbar to configure the Application button or Internet button By default Pressing the Application button will bring up the Easy Button application Pressing the Internet button will open Microsoft Internet Explorer It is recommended not to change the Internet button You can configure the button to any application launch program you
79. preview mode This mode lets you see your work exactly as it will print Contact the software manufacturer for more information 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 Check the communications parameters baud rate parity data length and stop bits specified in the communications program It should be set up to transmit at 300 1200 2400 4800 9600 14400 28800 33600 56000 bps bits per second or higher Refer to the program s documentation for information on how to change these settings The modem is on set up properly and still not transmit or receive data Make sure the line has a dial tone Connect a telephone handset to the line to check this The other system may be busy or offline Try making a test transmission to someone else 137 Develop Good Computing Habit e Make sure you are prepared e 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 f
80. r program is listed go to step 3 otherwise continue with step 2 2 Point to the program group containing the program that you want to start Microsoft Windows series operating system displays the associated program menu 3 Click the program s icon to start the program To close the program click the Close button at the upper right corner of the program s window 66 Starting a Program from Windows 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 Click Start point to Programs and then clicks Windows Explorer e The left side of the window displays the disk drives and folders on your computer e The right side of the window displays the contents of the item you click on the left 2 To open a document or start a program double click its icon in the right side of the window Starting a Program from the Run Menu You can start a program from the taskbar if you know its name and location 1 Click Start on the taskbar 2 Point to Run 3 In the dialog box type the command line 4 Click OK Saving Your Work Before you turn off the computer save your work to the hard
81. rn off the computer remove the memory turn on the computer and try the PC Card again 135 A PC Card error occurs Reinsert the card to make sure it is properly connected If the card is attached to an external device check that the connection is secure Refer to the card s documentation which should contain a troubleshooting section 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 Check that the printer has plenty of paper Some printers will not start printing when there are just two or three sheets of paper left in the tray Run the printer s self test to check for any problem with the printer itself Make sure you installed the proper printer driver Try printing another file For example you could create and attempt to print a short test file using Notepad If a Notepad file prints correctly the problem may be in your original file Contact your network administrator if the printer is on your network 136 The printer will not print what you see on the screen Many programs display information on the screen differently from the way they print it See if your program has a print
82. s operating system documentation or Help 91 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 2 Save your work Shut down the computer Never removes the battery while the computer is on Close the display panel ensuring that it snaps in to place Turn the computer upside down with the front of the computer facing away from you Slide the Battery Release latch in the direction of the arrow Carefully pull the battery out of the Battery Bay 4 NOTE The Battery Release latch is spring loaded and will snap back into place when you release it 92 Inserting a Battery 1 Wipe the battery terminals of the battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection 2 Slide the battery in to the Battery Bay When the battery is fully inserted you should hear it click into place NOTE The release latch is spring loaded and clicks as it latches the battery in place when you insert it 3 Turn the computer bottom side up and ensure the battery is fully inserted in the bay WARNING If the battery housing is leaking or cracked put on protective gloves to handle it and discard it immediately following the advice in the section on Disposing of Used Batteries Safely 93 Disposing of Used Batteries Safely Yo
83. sents a grand tour of your new computer which serves as a reference when you need to locate specific parts of the computer Front with the Display Closed The Display latch keeps the display panel closed and locked To open the display panel press the latch up and raise the panel The Modular bay comes with a CD or DVD drive installed This bay can accommodate a CD ROM CD RW DVD ROM or multifunction DVD ROM CD RW drive It also supports a diskette drive The bay only supports one device at a time It is designated as drive D The Battery bay has the main battery installed in it Display Latch Modular Bay Battery Bay 31 Left side The Line In jack for an audio input device NN The Microphone jack let you connect external microphone or other audio input device The Headphone jack lets you connect stereo headphones or other audio output devices such as external speakers Connecting headphones or other devices to this jack automatically disables the internal speakers 7 The SmartMedia slot is for digital SmartMedia cards which Smarmedi AE USE in digital still cameras and various forms of portable information equipment TS SmartMedia slot E SmartMedia Om Line in Jack Hard Disk Drive Bay Microphone Jack Headphone Jack 32 Right side Speaker The two stacked CardBus ready PCMCIA compatible PC card slots allow you to install additional devices Each slo
84. ssaire pour une distance de moins de 300m Pour une distance sup rieure a 300m un enregistrement aupr s de l IBPT est requise Pour une utilization publique l ext rieur de b timents une licence de l IBPT est requise Pour les enregistrements et licences veuillez contacter l IBPT 24 Deutschland License required for outdoor installations Check with reseller for procedure to follow Anmeldung im Outdoor Bereich notwendig aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig Bitte mit Handler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen France Restricted frequency band only channels 10 and 11 2457 MHz and 2462 MHz respectively may be used in France License required for every installation indoor and outdoor installations Please contact ART for procedure to follow Bande de fr quence restreinte seuls les canaux 10 a 11 2457 et 2462 MHz respectivement doivent tre utilis s en France Toute utilisation qu elle soit int rieure ou ext rieure est soumise autorisation Vous pouvez contacter l Autorit de R gulation des T l communiations http www art telecom fr pour la proc dure suivre Italia License required for indoor use Use with outdoor installations not allowed E necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l uso interno Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire L uso per installazione in esterni non e permessa 25 Nederland License required for outdoor installations Check with resell
85. t likely to encounter If all else fails contact nearest dealer or service support 119 Problems That are Easy to Fix Your program stops responding If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations or the execution program has stopped responding You can exit the failed program without shutting down the Microsoft Windows operating system or closing other programs To close a program that has stopped responding 1 Press Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously once The operating system displays the Close Program dialog box This box lists all the programs and processes currently in operation If a program has stopped responding the words not responding appear beside its name in the list 2 Select the program you want to close then click End Task Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working If it does not continue with step 3 3 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name and clicking End Task 4 Click Shut Down The Shut Down Windows dialog box 5 Select Restart then click Yes Your computer shuts down and restarts thus restoring operations CAUTION Pressing Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously twice to restart your computer is not recommended By closing all open programs prior to shutting down Microsoft Windows operating system you ensure that all data is saved 120 Your program performs an illegal operation If you receive the
86. t at any time However to avoid data loss never remove a card while it is in use For more infor mation see Hot swapping LN CAUTION If your PC Card supports hot swapping you 4 Press the eject button again to eject the PC Card The upper eject button will eject Type Il PC Card from the upper slot The lower button will eject a Type Il or Type III card from the lower slot 5 Remove the PC Card and store it properly PC Card Slots PC Card Eject Button 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 Before removing a PC Card stop it by clicking the PC Card PCMCIA icon on the taskbar After the PC Card is stopped it is safe to remove it e Don t remove a hard disk card while the system is accessing it Don t remove a network card while you are connected to a network 76 Don t remove a SCSI card while any of the SCSI devices connected to it is operating DEFINITION SCSI is an acronym for Small Computer Systems Interface A single SCSI PC Card enables you to connect several SCSI devices such as a scan ner or digital camera to your computer Using Your Computer at the Office By connecting an external monitor external full size keyboard and a mouse you can work with your not
87. t can accommodate one Type II PC card Both slots are able to install one Type III PC card CAUTION Keep foreign objects out of the PC Card Slots A staple or similar object that accidentally gets into a slot can damage the computer s circuitry The 1394 port is a 4 pin port for IEEE 1394 connecting i Link IEEE1394 standard devices This USB port allows you to connect USB peripherals to the computer such as a full size USB keyboard or a USB pointing device Type Il PC Card Slot lt gt USB Port Type II III PC Card Slot 0 1394 Port 33 Rear Side USB Ports Modem Port Security Lock Slot TV Out Port Fan DC IN Socket Parallel Port Lan Port VGAPort IR Port The Fan prevents the computer s central processing unit CPU and internal electronic components from overheating CAUTION To prevent possible overheating of the CPU never block the fan vents The DC IN socket is where you plug in the AC adapter The two USB Universal Serial Bus ports allows you to connect USB peripherals to your computer such as a printer pointing device DEFINITION USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data transfer rate of up to 12 Mbps USB peripherals has a single standard for cables and con nectors The USB standard allows you to install and remove USB devices while the computer is on Switch ing devices without turning off the computer is called hot swapping Eo D 34 The Para
88. t is set Battery optimized performance by default When your computer is running AC power you can choose either Battery optimized performance or Maximum performance too But the Maximum performance is recommended It is set Maximum performance by default Begin from Windows XP Microsoft implement new processor control policy instead of SpeedStep utility 105 windows XP processor control policy The user selects the Power Scheme to be used and Windows XP matches it with a processor control policy Power Scheme AC Power DC Power Home Office Desktop None Adaptive Portable Laptop Adaptive Adaptive Minimal Power Management Adaptive Adaptive Maximize Battery Life Adaptive Degrade Presentation Contant Degrade Always On None None Policy Description None Highest performance state Constant Lowest performance state Adaptive Performance state chosen according to demand Degrade Lowest performance state additional linear performance reduction as battery discharges 106 Chapter 6 Using External Peripherals Connecting a USB Keyboard Connecting an External USB Pointing Device Connecting an External Monitor Connecting Audio Devices Connecting A Microphone Connecting an External Audio Source Additional Disk Drive Options Upgrading System Memory 107 Expanding amp Upgrading This chapter covers things you can do to expand and upgrade your computer including connecting external peripherals buying additio
89. ter at the Office Setting Up Communications Turning Off the Computer Caring for Your Computer 60 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 e 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 Leave the computer turned off over night to let it dry out before you use it again e Don t turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disc may damage the disk the drive or both e Keep the computer and disks away from objects that generate strong magnetic fields such as large stereo speakers Information on disks is stored magnetically Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important files e Scan all new files for viruses This precaution is especially important for files you receive via diskette email or download from the Internet Occasionally even new programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus You ll need a special program to check for viruses Ask your dealer to help you 61 To turn the numeric overlay on and off press Fn and F11 simultaneously The numeric mode light on the status panel glows when the numeric overlay is on You can still
90. ter while any of the drives are in use It may cause the data loss and possible damage the drive The Modular Bay LED flashes when the system is accessing a drive installed in the Modular Bay The icon indicates either an optical disc CD ROM DVD ROM CD RW multifunction DVD ROM CD RW or floppy disk The Volume Control buttons adjust the audio volume level Pressing the Minus sign button lowers the volume Pressing the Plus sign raises it The Caps Lock LED lights when you press the Caps Lock key When this light is on pressing a letter key on the keyboard produces an uppercase capital letter The PAD Lock LED lights when the arrow control overlay is on When this light is on pressing an overlay key moves the cursor in the direction of the reddish white arrow printed on the left front of the key instead of the letter printed on the key The Num Lock LED lights when the numeric keypad overlay is turned on When this light is on pressing this hot key can enable disable the emdedded numeric keypad It depends on keypad on of state if keypad enable the Numeric lock state is logically enabled If keypad disables the Numeric function also disable The Wireless Communication 802 11B switch turns on and off the wireless networking transceiver The left LED lights to indicate that wireless networking is turned on tD MP3 40 The Internet button Press the Internet button will open Microsoft Internet Explorer when the computer
91. the system is in Standby mode 88 Determining Remaining Battery Power LD NOTE Wait at least 20 seconds after turning on the computer before checking the remaining battery power The computer needs this time to check the battery s remaining capacity and perform calcula tions To check the battery level you can look at the Microsoft Windows operating system Power Meter control panel To access the panel 1 Click on the Start button point to Settings and then click the Control Panel 2 Double click the Power Options icon 3 Choose the Power Meter tab to show the current battery status The meter displays a percentage of a full battery charge remains TECHNICAL NOTE The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures Check your remaining charge frequently if you are working in temperatures below 10 degrees Centigrade The computer calcu lates the remaining battery charge based on your cur rent rate of power use and other factors such as the age of the battery NOTE When removing or inserting the battery pack click on the Power Meter tab to show the latest bat tery status 89 Conserving Battery Power How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors such as e How is the computer configured e How much do you use the display panel instead of an external monitor e How much do you use the hard disk and other drives e Do you use
92. 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 If you have a hard disk problem you will not be able to start the computer Insert a system diskette into the diskette drive then press the power button 122 Power Problems The computer displays the Non System disk or disk error message Make sure there is no diskette in the diskette drive If there is one remove it and press any key to continue If pressing any key does not work press Ctrl Alt and Del to restart the computer 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 Dr Watson A diagnostic tool that takes a snapshot of your system whenever a system fault occurs e System Information Collects your system configuration information and provides a menu for displaying the associated system topics After diagnosing the problem read the part of this section that describes problems and solutions related to specific devices Memory Module Problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory module may cause errors that seem to be device related So it is worthwhile checking for
93. u can recharge a main battery many times 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 Only use replacement batteries recommended CAUTION The computer uses a Li lon battery which can explode if not handled or disposed of properly Put ting spent batteries in the trash is not only irresponsible it may also be illegal Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations 94 Traveling Tips The Environmental precautions also apply on journeys Do not leave your computer exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time for instance on the dashboard of a car or place it here it could get wet or covered in dust e Always travel with the computer in a carrying case offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals power cables CD ROM discs and floppy disks etc See your dealer for more information WARNING When traveling by air you maybe re quired to put your notebook through airport security The X ray equipment used may or may not harm your computer WARNING Ensure your personal computer is turned off before you put it in your bag 95 Chapter 5 Advanced
94. uch Pad pointing device with two buttons I O Ports Left Button Right Button One 25 pins Parallel port EPP ECP Capability One 15 pins CRT port Support DDC 2B One 7 pins TV out port One MIC In port One Line In port One headphone out Port One 2pins AC Adapter Jack One type Ill or two type II PCMCIA Card Bus slot Three USB ports One RJ11 Port One RJ45 Port FIR One SmartMedia slot Optional or Serial Port Connector One IEEE 1394 Port Optional One Serial Port Optional 147 PCMCIA Card e One type III card socket or two type II card sockets e SRAM OTPROM FLASH ROM mask ROM memory card up to 64MB e MODEMILAN card e 1 8 10 5mm removable ATA Device e Card bus card e ACPI 1 0b Compliant Power Management Function e Standby mode Suspend to RAM or Suspend to Disk mode by time out or by hot Key e HDD Local Stand By mode by time out e LCD Local Stand By mode by time out e Low battery alarm by beep e Auto backlight off when LCD cover closed e Full ACPI 1 0b supported e LCD Auto DIM mode by time out 148 Switches e Power switch e Lid switch e Wireless e CD Digital Switch e Stop Button e Play Pause Button e Reverse Button e Forward Button e Volume Down Button e Volume Up Button e Internet Button e Application Button AC Adapter e Universal AC adapter module 90 264V AC 47 63HZ 60W Dimension e 12 28 L x 10 48 W x 1 43 H 312mmm x 266mm x 35 5mm Front 36 5
95. udio source Connecting External Speakers You can connect self powered stereo speakers to the computer to provide better sound reproduction than the built in soeakers and save wear on them To connect self powered external speakers do as follows 1 Turn off the computer 2 Position the speakers where you want them 3 Plug the miniplug connector from the speakers into the Headphone jack on the left side of the computer 4 Plug the speakers into a power source 5 Turn on the speakers and adjust the volume control to no more than 80 of maximum 6 Turn on the computer and adjust the volume from the volume control in the taskbar system tray You may want to play something to check the volume level The internal speakers are disabled when you connect external speakers to the Headphone jack Q Headphone Jack 112 Connecting A Microphone If you want to use a microphone for recording voice commands or computer telephony you can connect one to Microphone jack To connect a microphone do as follows 1 Make sure the microphone you get is a standard computer microphone with a miniplug connector 2 Plug the microphone into the Microphone jack on the computer 3 Adjust the microphone volume in the Windows Sounds and Multimedia control panel s Audio panel section by clicking on the Volume button for Sound Recording 4 Adjust the recording quality in the Windows Sounds and Multimedia control panel s Audio panel sect
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97. urn it off until the operating system has loaded completely Turning off the computer during its initial startup will cause an error the next time you start the computer NOTE When the computer is connected to an exter nal power source the DC IN LED lights If the battery is being charged the Battery LED lights pink NOTE The HDD LED flashes when the hard disk drive is accessed CAUTION To avoid data loss never turn off the com puter while a drive is in use Hot keys Fn F5 Fn F10 Fn F11 Fn F12 Fn Fn Y 56 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 in system setup 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 It depends on keypad on off state if keypad enable the Numeric lock state is logically enabled If keypad disables the Numeric function also disable Scroll Lock on off Increase brightness Decrease brightness After rebooting pad lock is set to off and Num lock is set to off also In this state the embedded cursor numeric keypad is not enabled on the notebook keyboard 97 Using the Touch Pad The Touch Padis a touch sensitive point device that provides
98. ut Make sure the computer is connected to a power source and turned on The CD ROM drive eject mechanism requires power to operate If you need to remove a CD and cannot turn on the computer use a narrow object such as a straightened paper clip to press the manual eject button This button is in the small hole next to the CD ROM eject button on the right side of the computer 131 Some CDs run correctly but others do not If the problem is with a data CD refer to the software s documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets the program s needs The color of the materials used to make the CD can affect its reliability Silver colored CDs are the most reliable followed by gold colored CDs Green colored CDs are the least reliable 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 This is feedback between the microphone and the speakers It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud Adjust the volume control Changing the settings for the Record Monitor feature in the Recording Control Utility default off or the Mute feature in the Mixer Utility default Enabled may cause feedback
99. we rec ommend that you operate your computer on battery power until the battery pack discharges completely Doing this extends battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity 87 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 It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on However if the RTC battery is low the real time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working To recharge the RTC battery plug the AC adapter into the computer for at least 24 hours The computer can be used while the RTC battery is being charged Although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be monitored if the power is on it takes approximately 24 hours to fully charge the RTC battery Monitoring Battery Power SI The battery LED on the system indicator panel comes on when you are using the battery to power the computer HINT Be careful not to confuse the battery light with the on off light When the on off light flashes it indi cates that

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