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1. A fully charged battery runs the computer for 2 3 hours under most circumstances If your meeting is shorter than that you probably do not need to bring anything with you other than the computer 4 2 3 What To Bring to Long Meetings If your meeting will last longer than 3 hours or if your battery is not fully charged you may want to bring the AC adapter with you to plug in your computer in the meeting room If the meeting room does not have an electrical outlet reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in standby mode Close the display cover whenever you are not actively using the computer 4 3 Moving with your Computer 4 3 Taking the Computer Home 4 3 1 Preparing the Computer Follow these steps to prepare the computer for the trip home 1 Remove all media from the drives Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head 2 Pack the computer in a protective case or a carry bag that can prevent the computer from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall Caution Avoid packing items next to the top cover of the computer Pressure against the top cover can damage the screen 4 3 2 What To Bring with You Unless you already have some items at home bring the following items with you UL AC adapter and power cord Q The printed user s manual 4 3 3 Special Considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work 4 4 Moving with yo
2. Q External floppy drive and cable for CD ROM models Q Spare fully charged battery packs Q Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer 4 4 3 Special Considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling UL Always take the computer as carry on luggage 4 6 Moving with your Computer Q Have the computer inspected by hand Do not put the computer through a security X ray machine or a metal detector Q Avoid exposing floppy disks to hand held metal detectors 4 7 Moving with your Computer 4 5 Traveling Internationally with the Computer 4 5 1 Preparing the Computer Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling 4 5 2 What To Bring with You Bring the following items with you QO AC adapter Q Power cords that are appropriate to the country to which you are traveling Q External floppy drive and cable for CD ROM models Q Spare fully charged battery packs Q Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Q Proof of purchase in case you need to show it to Customs officials Q International Travelers Warranty passport Moving with your Computer 4 5 3 Special Considerations Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer In addition these tips are useful when traveling internationally Q When traveling in anot
3. Q One USB port 1 This feature is available only in the U S Canada Japan and Taiwan For other regions you can connect a PC Card modem Consult your dealer for details A 3 Specifications Weight Q 2 9 kg 6 37 lbs including battery Dimensions round contour main footprint OQ 310 x 245 x 46 mm 12 2 x 9 65 x 1 81 in Temperature UO Operating 5 C 35 C Non operating 20 C 60 C Humidity non condensing Q Operating 20 85 RH non condensing Q Non operating 20 90 RH non condensing Operating System Windows 95 or Windows NT optional Battery Pack QO 29 4 WattHour Nickel Metal Hydride battery pack OQ 3 hour rapid charge for NiMH Specifications AC Adapter QO 45 Watt O Auto sensing 100 240Vac 50 60Hz Options Q Additional NiMH battery pack Q Additional AC adapter OQ 8 16 32 64 MB EDO memory upgrade module External FDD module Higher capacity hard disk drive PS 2 Y cable Parallel cable File Transfer cable Oooo vo Oo External numeric keypad A 5 B B Where to Get Help This appendix describes how to get in contact with our authorized service centers when you need support on our products or when you need get more information about our products International Traveler s Warranty Your notebook is backed by an International Traveler s Warranty ITW that gives you security and peace of mind when traveling Our worldwide network of servic
4. When Num Lock is on the embedded keypad is NumLk in numeric mode The keys function as a calculator complete with arithmetic operators and Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry A better solution would be to connect an external keypad Fn ScrLk When Scroll Lock is on the screen moves one line up or down when you press T or 4 respectively However Scroll Lock does not 1 8 Getting Familiar with your Computer f work with some applications Embedded Keypad OOOO7O7TTOQOOQOUOTQOQ OOUE ULL UUOOUOUOUTEBIS LOLU JUUUUJUU BERR 3 JJQUUVUUVGIETTG _ ULL waa DOD The embedded keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad It is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps To simplify the keyboard legend cursor control key symbols are not printed on the keys Q Num Lock On Num Lock Off Number keys on Type numbers in a embedded normal manner keypad Cursor control Hold Shift while Hold Fn while keys on using cursor using cursor embedded control keys control keys keypad Main keyboard Hold Fn while Type the letters keys typing letters on in a normal embedded keypad manner Note If a
5. 12 PC Cards 3 9 printer 3 7 PS 2 y bridge cable 3 12 Universal Serial Bus 3 10 P palm rest 1 14 passwords changing 1 29 power on 1 27 removing 1 29 setting 1 27 setup 1 27 PC Cards 1 20 ejecting 1 22 removing 1 22 inserting 1 21 Ports location 1 19 power management heuristic 2 10 power management modes display standby mode 2 11 hard disk standby mode 2 11 Index hibernation mode 2 12 light green mode 2 16 standby mode 2 14 printer attaching 3 7 problems See FAQ Frequently Asked Questions SafeOff 5 10 security passwords 1 26 security notch 1 26 service when to call xii Setup Utility 5 11 Basic System Settings 5 13 Load Default Settings 5 25 Onboard Devices Configuration 5 18 Power Management Settings 5 23 Startup Configuration 5 15 System Security 5 20 Sleep Manager 5 2 functions 5 6 taskbar icon 5 3 troubleshooting space allocation 5 7 specifications A 1 standby mode entering 2 14 exiting 2 15 support worldwide B 2 T touchpad 1 15 turning on and off 1 12 using 1 15 traveling disconnecting your computer 4 2 moving around with your computer 4 3 setting up a home office 4 5 taking the computer home 4 4 traveling internationally with your computer 4 8 traveling with your computer 4 6 U Universal Serial Bus 3 10 enabling support 5 17 V volume adjusting 1 12 W warranty International Traveler s Warranty I
6. 2 3 2 External Rey board enasna a 3 3 Sov External Keypad da EEE EE 3 4 3 4 External Pointing Device ccissssvaservaeverresies 3 5 So PANTE RE Pe ee 3 7 9 60 Audio DEVICES p28 1555555 Suh EEA ahaha 3 8 SL POCITA eRe ee 3 9 3 97 USB DEVI CCS rea aaa EEEE E teh haa athede 3 10 3 9 Miscellaneous Optlonseiiiciasiis eerie 3 11 3 9 1 Additional Power Packs 3 11 3 9 2 OF 0 oe 3 11 3 10 Key Component Upgrades eceeeeeeee ees 3 14 3 10 1 Memory Upgrade mriccanunanuuss 3 14 3 10 2 Hard Disk Uperadeisiicctaissiasasasiss 3 16 Chapter 4 Moving with your Computer 4 1 Disconnecting from the Desktop 4 2 4 2 Movin Around ane eoe EEE E AAAA 4 3 4 2 1 Preparing the Computet 4 3 4 2 2 What To Bring to Short Meetings 4 3 4 2 3 What To Bring to Long Meetings 4 3 4 3 Taking the Computer Home ee 4 4 4 3 1 Preparing the Computer 4 4 4 3 2 What To Bring with You 4 4 4 3 3 Special Considerations 66 4 4 4 3 4 Setting Up a Home Office 4 5 4 4 Traveling with the Computer eee 4 6 4 4 1 Preparing the Computet 4 6 4 4 2 What To Bring with You 4 6 4 4 3 Special Considerations 4 4 6 xiv 4 5 Traveling Internationally with the PONG TE mecie ae eee gigantea SAS aSESESASA SSNS 4 8 4 5 1 Preparing the Computet 4 8 4 5 2 What To Bring with
7. Warning When the battery charge level becomes low the computer gives off warning beeps and the status indicator flashes at regular intervals This tells the user that the battery power is critically low You can correct this situation by recharging the battery pack Whenever possible use the AC adapter The battery will come in handy when you travel or during a power failure It is advisable to have an extra fully charged battery pack available as backup Warning Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 60 C 140 F This may adversely affect the battery pack 2 1 2 Installing and Removing the Battery Pack Before removing the battery pack make sure that you have an AC adapter connected to the computer otherwise turn off the computer The following figures illustrate how to install the battery pack 2 3 Operating on Battery Power Press the battery compartment cover release button and slide out the cover Insert the battery pack into the battery compartment connector side down To remove the battery pack remove the battery compartment cover then pull out the battery pack using the pull loop at the end 2 1 3 Charging the Battery To charge the battery place the battery pack inside the battery compartment and plug the AC adapter into the computer and an electrical outlet Operating on Battery Power Charging Modes The adapter has three charging mod
8. computer is running very low on battery power the computer will disregard the system sleep state setting and enter hibernation mode if Sleep Manager is installed and the hibernation file is valid see section 5 1 5 25 System Utilities 5 3 6 Load Default Settings 5 26 When you select the Load Default Settings item from the main screen a dialog box appears asking you to confirm that you want to reset all settings to their factory defaults Load Setup Default Settings Are you sure Yes No Choose Yes to confirm or No to close the dialog box and return to the main screen 6 Troubleshooting This chapter instructs you on how to deal with common system problems Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer Do not attempt to open the computer by yourself Contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance 6 1 Troubleshooting 6 1 Q amp A Q amp A lists possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer and gives easy answers and solutions to these questions Questions Answers I pressed the power switch and opened the display but the computer does not start or boot up Look at the Power indicator If it is not lit no power is being applied to the computer Check the following QO Ifyou are running on battery power it may be low and unable to power the comp
9. does not enter hibernation mode after pressing the sleep hot key it means the operating system will not allow the computer to enter the power saving mode To exit hibernation mode press the power switch gt The computer also resumes from hibernation mode if the resume timer is set and matched Warning Do not change any devices such as add memory or swap hard disks when the computer is in hibernation mode N Important If the computer detects a PC I O card installed in the PC card slots it will not enter hibernation mode Instead it will enter light green mode Light green mode is similar to standby mode It consumes very low power while 2 14 Operating on Battery Power maintaining your communication connections Standby Mode The computer consumes very low power in standby mode Data remains intact in the system memory until the battery is drained There is one necessary condition for the computer to enter standby mode Heuristic Power Management Mode must be set to ENABLED There are five ways to enter standby mode OQ Pressing the sleep hot key Fn F7 z Q If the waiting time determined by the computer s HPM unit elapses without any system activity the computer goes into standby mode Q Closing the display cover Q Ifthe computer is about to enter hibernation mode but the hibernation file is invalid or not present Q Invoked by the operating system power saving modes lt q Note If the c
10. users guide 2 7 Operating on Battery Power 2 1 6 Battery low Warning You never have to worry about battery power as long as you are using the AC adapter However when you operate the computer on battery power pay extra attention to the warning beeps and the indicator light on the display panel The indicator flashes when the battery power is low The following signals indicate a battery low condition Q The buzzer generates four short beeps every minute if you enabled the Battery low Warning Beep parameter in Setup Q The status indicator flashes at regular intervals until battery power is depleted When you receive a battery low warning you have around two minutes to save your work If you do not connect the AC adapter within this period the computer enters hibernation mode if the Sleep Upon Battery low parameter in Setup is enabled and the following conditions exist Q The hibernation file created by Sleep Manager is present and valid See section 5 1 Q There is enough battery power left to save system information onto the hard disk Otherwise the computer enters standby mode 2 8 Operating on Battery Power Warning Connect the AC adapter to the computer as soon as possible Data is lost when computer power is cut off during standby mode The following table shows the recommended course of action to take when you encounter a battery low condition 2 9 Operating on Battery Power Recommended Ac
11. your Windows 95 desktop and select Properties to bring up the Display Properties dialog box Then click on the Settings tab to make sure the resolution is set to 800x600 640x480 resolution is not full screen on the computer or on an external monitor 6 3 Troubleshooting Questions Answers No audio from the Q The volume may be muted In computer Windows 95 look at the volume control icon on the taskbar If it is crossed out click on the icon and de select the Mute option The volume level may be too low Press Fn F5 to bring up the volume control pop up icon Press Fn to increase the volume If headphones earphones or external speakers are connected to the line out port on the computer s rear panel the internal speakers automatically turn off The keyboard Try attaching an external keyboard to does not respond the PS 2 connector on the computer s rear If it works contact your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose The printer does Q Make sure that the printer is not work connected to a power outlet and it is turned on Make sure the printer cable is connected securely to the computer s parallel port and the corresponding port on the printer Press Fn F6 to enter Setup Check if the parallel port is enabled If the parallel port is disabled you need to reboot the machine and press F2 during POST then access System Security Move the c
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13. Extensa 365 Series Notebook Computers User s Guide 49 40B05 011 Printed in Taiwan Copyright 1998 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved Printed in Taiwan Extensa 365 Series Notebook Computer User s Guide Part No 49 40B05 011 Original Issue Feb 1998 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual Record the serial number purchase date and model number in the space provided below The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to the case All correspondence concerning your unit should include the serial number model number and date of purchase No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopy recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated Extensa Notebook Computer Model Serial No Purchase Date Extensa is a trademark and a product of Acer Inc developed with Texas Instruments Inc All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective companies Microsoft MS DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation FCC Notice This device 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 agains
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15. The computer has six easy to read indicator lights LEDs near the display cover Power and Standby are visible Two of these LEDs even when you close the display cover so you can see the status of the computer while the cover is closed 1 6 Getting Familiar with your Computer 1 Power Lights when the computer is on Flashes when the battery is low 2 Standby Flashes when the computer enters Standby mode 3 Media Activity Lights when the hard disk YV or CD ROM drive is active Battery Charge Lights when the battery is being charged Caps Lock Lights when Caps Lock is activated Num Lock Lights when Num Lock is activated 1 7 Getting Familiar with your Computer 1 4 Keyboard The keyboard has full sized keys and includes an embedded keypad separate cursor keys two Windows 95 keys and twelve function keys 1 4 1 Special Keys Lock Keys DOUTO OT CED ICI DUOUUOOUUUOOUC WOR VR VOVUOVOVOIL BJ O0UUUUODUDUUIL JOUUUUUUIUIUICT ISLI Owl H The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off Lock key Caps When Caps Lock is on all alphabetic Lock characters typed are in uppercase Fn
16. You 4 8 4 5 3 Special Considerations 4 9 Chapter 5 System Utilities Suk Sleep Mana eer eeraa a aa aaa E CEEE TTEA is 5 2 5 1 1 Accessing the Sleep Manager 5 3 Dilys Sleep Manager Functions 5 6 Dele DATO OE 6 tract siddy a eivenene vices van ve boid salt bk onneenonemenehs 5 10 Bo Setup Utility sivinccrcvcevercevvercesversedsmecrenwerens 5 11 5 3 1 Basic System Settings 5 13 Sided Startup Configuration 5 15 5 3 3 Onboard Devices Configuration 5 18 5 3 4 Systeri SECULILY ieir cokcranancrarsccccts 5 20 5 3 5 Power Management Settings 5 22 5 3 6 Load Default Settings 5 25 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting oA E O a a EERE S 6 2 Oy Error MeSSa ces as sink le eE E E sweats 6 7 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Where to Get Help Index XV This manual describes features of the Extensa 365 Series notebook computer The Extensa series of computers incorporate such features as a CardBus 16 bit stereo audio and internal pointing device This manual should answer most of the questions you have about the day to day operation of your Extensa notebook computer Use the Just for Starters instructions that came with your computer to get your computer running for the first time You should also take advantage of the online help files that are available with almost all of the programs shipped with your computer We hope you e
17. ace This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register or in a built in installation unless proper ventilation is provided 7 This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company 8 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where persons will walk on the cord 10 11 12 vi If an extension cord is used with this product make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating Also make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the product Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed a b Ifliquid has been spilled into the product Q If the product has been expose
18. ad You can also use a 17 key numeric keypad for number sensitive data entry applications To connect the keypad plug in the keypad connector to the PS 2 port c 3 4 External Pointing Device This computer accepts either a PS 2 compatible or serial mouse or similar pointing device Note When using an external PS 2 mouse you may choose to disable the internal touchpad by pressing Fn T The built in touchpad works alternately with an external PS 2 mouse which is hot pluggable To use a PS 2 compatible mouse simply plug it into the PS 2 port E5 External PS 2 Mouse 3 5 If you use a serial mouse plug it into the serial port 010 To enable the serial mouse use the Add New Hardware tool in the Windows 95 Control Panel External Serial Mouse 3 6 3 5 Printer This computer supports both serial and parallel printers For a serial printer plug the printer cable into a serial port lo1o For a parallel printer plug the printer cable into the parallel port B See your printer manual for operating instructions Note If the printer does not function enter Setup and verify that the parallel port is enabled Refer to section 5 3 3 for assistance 3 7 3 6 Audio Devices Audio devices are easy to connect with the audio ports accessible from the rear side of the computer You can plug in amplified speakers or headphones a line in device and external microphone to the line out line in
19. agement Mode must be set to ENABLED Q The PC I O card should be configured and one of the following conditions met Q The waiting time determined by the computer s HPM unit has elapsed without any system activity Q The display cover is closed The following signals indicate that the computer is in light green mode Q The buzzer beeps N Warning Unstored data is lost when you turn off the computer power in light green mode or when the battery is drained To leave light green mode and return to normal mode 2 17 Operating on Battery Power Press any key Q Move the active pointing device internal or external PS 2 or serial Q Open the display cover Ifthe Resume Timer is set and matched the computer returns to normal mode Q If an incoming modem event occurs and the Modem Ring Resume On Indicator is enabled the computer returns to normal mode 2 2 2 Advanced Power Management This computer supports the APM standard designed to further reduce power consumption APM is a power management approach defined jointly by Microsoft and Intel More and more software packages support APM to take advantage of its power saving features and allow greater system availability without degrading performance For more information about APM under Windows 95 refer to your Windows 95 users manual 2 18 Operating on Battery Power lt q Notes If you enable heuristic power management in Setup without APM installe
20. ameter To exit this screen and return to the main screen press Esc The following table describes the parameters in this screen Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings 5 23 System Utilities Format Heuristic Power Management Mode Display Always On Hotkey Beep Modem Ring Resume On Indicator Enables or disables heuristic power management mode For more information on power management modes see section 2 2 1 When enabled the computer does not enter display standby mode Note Always enable this parameter when playing VCDs Video Compact Disc If not the system will enter standby mode after 30 minutes and the screen will go blank When enabled the computer gives outa beep sound every time you use a hotkey For more information on Hotkeys see section 1 4 1 When enabled and an incoming modem ring is detected the computer wakes up from standby mode When the computer is off or in hibernation mode the computer will not resume on a modem ring Enabled Disabled Disabled Enabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled 5 24 System Utilities Parameter Description Setting or Format Battery low Enables or disables Enabled Warning Beep warning beeps duringa Disabled battery low condition Sleep Upon Enables or disables the Enabled Battery low sleep function Disabled hibernation or standby during a battery low condition When the
21. and microphone in ports respectively Note The internal speakers are automatically turned off when you insert headphones or external speakers into the line out port 3 8 Sf PC Cards The computer has two CardBus PC card slots that can accommodate two type I II or one type III PC card s with ZV PC card supported in the upper slot Please consult your dealer for PC card options available that you can purchase for your computer 3 9 3 8 3 10 USB Devices The computer has a USB Universal Serial Bus port that allows you to connect peripherals without occupying too many resources Common USB devices include the mouse and keyboard Most USB devices also include a built in USB port connector which allows you to daisy chain other USB devices 3 9 Miscellaneous Options 3 9 1 Additional Power Packs You can order spare batteries and an AC adapter Battery Pack It is a good practice to keep a spare battery around especially when you travel The NiMH battery coupled with power management features supplies you with more power on the go AC Adapter The compact AC adapter charges your battery pack and supplies power to your computer You can order a spare AC adapter so you do not need to carry it from the office to your home or destination 3 9 2 Cables Floppy Drive Cable The floppy drive cable connects your floppy drive to the computer This cable is supplied along with the floppy drive Sim
22. ant to save CMOS data Yes No Select Yes to save the changes 1 29 2 Operating on Battery Power The computer operates on AC or battery power This chapter contains the information you need to know to operate the computer on battery power It also includes information on how your computer manages and saves power 2 1 Operating on Battery Power 2 1 Battery Pack The computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use between charges lt q Note When using a battery pack for the first time fully recharge the battery then disconnect the adapter to use up the battery before recharging again You only need to do this once with a new battery or with a battery that s been stored without being used for a long time If the computer is to be stored for more than two weeks we suggest that you remove the battery pack Battery power from a fully charged battery pack depletes in roughly ten hours with the computer in standby mode When power is off battery power depletes in one month 2 1 1 Battery Pack Characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics UO Employs Current Battery Technology Standards The computer uses a Nickel Metal Hydride NiMH battery pack This battery type does not have the memory effect problem of Nickel Cadmium NiCd NiMH consistently provide the longest battery life and is the most suitable for road warriors 2 2 Operating on Battery Power OQ Battery low
23. ardware and software locks a security notch and a two level password scheme Security Notch A security notch A located on the rear panel of the computer lets you connect a Kensington compatible key based computer security lock Wrap a computer security lock cable around an immovable object such as a table or locked drawer handle Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock Passwords A two level password scheme protects your computer from unauthorized access When set no one can access the computer without entering the correct password Getting Familiar with your Computer There are two types of passwords you can set OU Setup Password prevents unauthorized access to the Setup Utility Once set you must key in this password the next time you want to enter the Setup Utility Section 5 3 discusses this utility in detail QO Power on Password secures your computer against unauthorized use Once set you have to type it whenever you boot the computer Important Do not forget your password If you forget your password you need to contact your dealer Setting a Password Follow these steps 1 During POST while the startup logo is being displayed press F2 to enter the Setup Utility 2 Press the T or J key to select System Security then press Enter 3 Highlight a password parameter and press the or amp key The password prompt appears 4 Type a pass
24. d and enabled the system time and date do not display the correct settings after the computer returns to normal operation from standby or hibernation mode To update the time and date reboot the computer APM should be enabled to avoid this problem Advanced Power Management greatly prolongs battery life Use APM whenever possible 2 19 3 Options Your computer offers excellent expansion capabilities with its built in ports and connectors This chapter describes how to connect peripherals and hardware options that help you use your computer with ease When connecting peripherals read the manual included with the peripheral for operating instructions This chapter also includes sections on how to upgrade key components Key component upgrades can help keep your computer in step with the latest technology 3 1 3 1 External Monitor To show graphical effects on a larger display connect an external monitor to the CRT port O Read the monitor manual for additional instructions Note If an external monitor is not connected closing the display cover puts the computer into standby mode 3 2 3 2 External Keyboard This computer has a keyboard with full sized keys and an embedded keypad If you feel more comfortable using a desktop keyboard you can install a PS 2 compatible external keyboard To connect an external keyboard plug the external keyboard into the PS 2 connector E5 3 3 External Keyp
25. d produces similar results Function Left Right Tap Button Button Execution Click Tap twice at the same twice speed as double clicking quickly the mouse button Selection Click Tap once once Drag Click and Tap twice at the same hold to speed as double clicking drag the the mouse button and cursor hold finger to the touchpad on the second tap to drag the cursor Access Context Menu Note Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad Also keep the touchpad dry and clean The touchpad is sensitive to finger movements Hence the lighter the touch the better the response Tapping too hard will not increase the touchpad s responsiveness 1 6 1 6 1 1 6 2 Getting Familiar with your Computer Storage High capacity storage comes in the form of a 2 5 inch Enhanced IDE hard disk The computer also has either an internal 3 5 inch 1 44MB floppy drive or an internal high speed CD ROM drive Hard Disk The hard disk module can be upgraded when you need more storage space See section 3 10 2 Internal Drive The computer comes with a built in floppy drive or CD ROM drive The CD ROM drive gives you portable multimedia access for models with built in CD ROM drives An external floppy drive is included Ejecting the CD ROM Tray To eject the CD ROM drive tray when the computer is turned on press the CD ROM eject button amp Getting Familiar with your Compute
26. d to rain or water gt If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition e Ifthe product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged f Ifthe product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service 13 Replace battery with the same type as the product s battery we recommend Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion Refer battery replacement to a qualified serviceman 14 Warning The battery may explode if not handled properly Do not disassemble or dispose of it in fire Keep it away from children and dispose of any used battery promptly 15 Use only the proper type of power supply cord set provided in your accessories box for this unit It should be a detachable type UL listed CSA certified type SPT 2 rated 7A 125V minimum VDE approved or its equivalent Maximum length is 15 feet 4 6 meters Laser Compliance Statement The CD ROM drive in this computer is a laser product The CD ROM drive s classification label shown below is located on the drive CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LAS
27. deras av apparattillverkaren Kassera anvant batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion VAROITUS P risto voi r j ht jos se on virheellisesti asennettu Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin H vit k ytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti VORSICHT Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgem en Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem hnlichen Typ Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers Taking Care of Your Computer Your computer will serve you well if you take care of it QO Do not expose the notebook to direct sunlight Do not place it near sources of heat such as a radiator 0 Do not expose it to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or m above 50 C 122 F m Do not subject the notebook to magnetic fields E Do not expose the notebook to rain or moisture Q Do not spill water or any liquid on the notebook m Do not subject the computer to heavy shock and vibration 0 Do not expose the notebook to dust and dirt m Never place objects on top of the notebook to avoid damaging the notebook m Never place the notebook on uneven surfaces Taking Care of Your AC Adapter and Battery Pack Here are some ways of taking care of your AC adapter QO Do not connect the adapter to an
28. e PC Card eject button where the card is inserted is tucked into its recessed area pull it out Then press the slot eject button to eject the card Getting Familiar with your Computer 1 7 2 Rear Ports 1 DC in Port AC adapter and power outlet PS 2 Port PS 2 compatible device e g PS 2 keyboard keypad mouse Serial Port Serial device UART16550 e g serial mouse compatible Parallel Port External floppy drive parallel device e g ee ae ae Line in device e g audio CD player stereo walkman 1 23 Getting Familiar with your Computer 7 I Microphone External 3 5mm Pad in Port minijack condenser microphone External CRT Monitor up to O Port 1024x768 256 colors o e USB Port Any USB device 1 24 Getting Familiar with your Computer 1 8 Audio Standard computer configuration includes 16 bit high fidelity stereo audio with further enhancements that include 3D sound for true audio immersion Dual speakers found near both ends of the display hinge direct sound towards you to facilitate excellent stereo sound output Right Speaker Left Speaker Besides the built in speakers there are audio ports on the rear panel of the computer See section 3 6 for more information on connecting external audio devices 1 25 Getting Familiar with your Computer 1 9 1 9 1 1 9 2 1 26 Securing your Computer Security features include h
29. e centers are there to give you a helping hand An ITW passport comes with your computer This passport contains all you need to know about the ITW program A list of available authorized service centers are in this handy booklet Read this passport thoroughly Note Always have your ITW passport on hand especially when you travel to receive the benefits from our support centers Place your proof of purchase in the flap located inside the front cover of the ITW passport Where to Get Help B 2 Worldwide Support If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer authorized ITW service site you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide For technical assistance and support in the United States and Canada you can call 1 800 816 2237 You can also contact the local dealer or distributor in the country you are traveling in for assistance have World Wide Web access visit our home page http www acer com and get an updated list of our worldwide offices as well as information about our products lt Note If you are connected to the Internet and B 2 A AC adapter connecting xvii taking care of xi Advanced Power Management APM 2 17 applications accessing 5 1 audio 1 25 audio devices attaching 3 8 B battery pack battery low warning 2 8 characteristics 2 2 charging 2 4 charging modes 2 5 checking the charge level 2 6 optimizing 2 6 taking care of xi brightness adju
30. ed Base Address Sets the I O base address of the serial port IRQ Sets the IRQ interrupt 4 request channel of the 11 serial port Parallel Port Enables or disables the Enabled parallel port Disabled Base Address Sets the I O base 378h address of the parallel 278h port 3BCh IRQ Sets the interrupt 7 request IRQ channel of 5 the parallel port Operation Selects the operation Bi directional Mode mode of the parallel ECP port Standard ECP Extended Capabilities Port supports a 16 byte FIFO first in first out which can be accessed by host DMA cycles and PIO cycles boosting I O bandwidth to meet the demands of high performance peripherals ECP DMA Sets the DMA channel of 1 Channel the parallel port when the parallel operation mode is set to ECP 5 19 System Utilities 5 3 4 System Security 5 20 The System Security screen contains parameter items that help safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized use System Security Disk Drive Control Diskette Drive Normal Hard Disk Drive Normal Setup Password POST Password Tl Move Highlight Bar gt lt Change Setting Esc Exit Press T and J to move the highlight bar press gt and lt to change the setting of the highlighted parameter To exit this screen and return to the main screen press Esc The following table describes the parameters in this screen Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter setting
31. es Rapid mode The computer uses rapid charging when power is turned off and a powered AC adapter is connected to it In rapid mode a fully depleted battery gets fully charged in approximately two hours UO Charge in use mode When the computer is in use with the AC adapter plugged in the computer also charges the battery pack if installed This mode will take longer to fully charge a battery than rapid mode In charge in use mode a fully depleted battery gets fully charged in approximately six to eight hours L Trickle mode When the battery is fully charged the adapter changes to trickle mode to maintain the battery charge level This prevents the battery from draining while the computer is in use lt q Note We suggest that you charge the battery pack before retiring for the day letting it charge overnight before traveling This ensures a fully charged battery for use the next day 2 5 Operating on Battery Power 2 1 4 Checking the Battery Level The computer features battery low warning signals that are both audible and visible When the battery pack is low the computer emits warning beeps and the battery indicator flashes at regular intervals Also you can check the battery charge level using the onscreen battery gauge Using the Onscreen Battery Gauge To access the onscreen battery gauge press Fn F4 The battery level icon displays onscreen The onscreen battery gauge indicates the present ba
32. es for a system bootable diskette in drive A first before proceeding with drive C 5 16 System Utilities Boot from Tells the computer to Disabled CD ROM search for a bootable disc Enabled in the CD ROM drive and boot from that disc If the computer cannot find a bootable disc it proceeds according to the System Boot Drive parameter setting CardBus Enables or disables Enabled Support CardBus support Disabled For more information concerning CardBus see section 3 7 USB Selects support for USB Disabled Function Universal Serial Bus Enabled Support Enable this parameter if you are connecting USB device s to the computer 5 17 System Utilities 5 3 3 Onboard Devices Configuration 5 18 The Onboard Devices Configuration screen contains parameter items that are related to port devices on your computer Onboard Devices Configuration Serial Port Base Address Operation Mode Bi directional ECP DMA Channel Tl Move Highlight Bar gt lt Change Setting Esc Exit Press T and J to move the highlight bar press gt and lt to change the setting of the highlighted parameter To exit this screen and return to the main screen press Esc The following table describes the parameters in this screen Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings System Utilities Setting Serial Port Enables or disables the Enabled serial port Disabl
33. h floppy drive FDD model OU High capacity Enhanced IDE Integrated Device Electronics hard disk Q Nickel Metal Hydride battery pack Q Power management system with standby and hibernation power saving modes Multimedia UO 16 bit high fidelity stereo audio with 3 D sound Built in dual speakers 1 2 Getting Familiar with your Computer O Ultra slim high speed CD ROM drive Connectivity LU High speed fax data modem port on some models Q USB Universal Serial Bus port Human centric Design and Ergonomics QO Lightweight and slim Sleek smooth and stylish design Full sized keyboard Wide and curved palm rest O oo oO Ergonomically centered touchpad pointing device Expansion CardBus PC card formerly PCMCIA slots two type II I or one type III with ZV Zoomed Video port support on upper slot UL User upgradeable memory and hard disk 1 This feature is available only in the U S Canada Japan and Taiwan For other regions you can connect a PC Card modem Consult your dealer for details 1 3 Getting Familiar with your Computer 1 2 1 4 Display The large graphics display offers excellent viewing display quality and desktop performance graphics The computer supports two different display configurations high contrast DSTN or TFT Video Performance PCI local bus video with graphics accelerator and 1 1MB EDO video RAM to boost video performance Simultane
34. her country check that the local AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications are compatible If not purchase a power cord that is compatible with the local AC voltage Do not use converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer OQ Ifyou are using a PC Card modem check if the PC card modem and connector used with your computer is compatible with the telecom system of the country you are traveling in 4 9 5 System Utilities The computer comes preloaded with the following software Q Windows 95 or Windows NT operating system Q System utilities drivers and application software This chapter discusses the important system utilities bundled with your computer Note To access most of the software applications click on the Start button and select the application folder Then click on the application icon to run the selected application To learn about the software and utility make use of the online help provided by the software 5 1 System Utilities 9 1 5 2 Sleep Manager Most notebook computers feature built in power saving functions This computer has three power management modes standby hibernation and light green While standby puts your computer into a light sleep state hibernation shuts off all power after saving the current state of your computer The next time you press the power switch the computer resumes from where you left off Sleep Manager allows your computer
35. ick on System gt Device Manger in Windows for more information 6 6 Troubleshooting 6 2 Error Messages If you receive an error message note the message and take corrective action The following table lists the error messages in alphabetical order together with the recommended course of action Error Message CMOS Battery Bad CMOS Checksum Error Disk Boot Failure Diskette Drive Controller Error or No Controller Present Diskette Drive Error Diskette Drive Type Mismatch Equipment Configuration Error Hard Disk O Error Hard Disk 0 Extended Type Error I O Parity Error Insert system diskette and press lt Enter gt key to reboot Keyboard Error or No Keyboard Connected Corrective Action Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Insert a system disk in drive A then press Enter Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Press F2 during POST to reconfigure the computer Press F2 during POST to reconfigure the computer Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Insert a system disk in drive A then press Enter Contact your dealer or an authorized service center 6 7 Troubleshooting Corrective Action Keyb
36. ilities This icon shows the current status of the hibernation feature The icon changes to tell you if the feature is valid or not Resting your cursor on the icon also shows the status 5 4 Start menu 1 2 3 4 Click on the Start button Select Programs Select Sleep Manager Select the Sleep Manager program The Sleep Manager displays below Sleep Manager ae Remove 2 Hep E ae a Exit EB About r Current Setting p On Board Information Drive C OnBoard Memory 8192 Size 9296 KB Video RAM 1024 iG SMRAM 64 KB Others 16 KB Recommended Size 9281 KB M Enable indicator on taskbar Buttons Click to access the Sleep Manager functions System Utilities Current Displays the drive and size of the current Setting reserved space created by Sleep Manager On Board Displays the different areas of system Information memory and their respective sizes These system resources need to be stored before the computer can enter hibernation mode so that the computer can resume successfully These resources are the contents of e Onboard memory DRAM or dynamic memory e Video RAM VRAM or video memory e SMRAM static memory e Others The total size of these resources shows as the recommended size in the dialog box Recommended Displays the minimum size of the Size contiguous space you need for the hibernation feature The actual size may be a little bit more due to fi
37. ks the system configuration and displays the recommended size The drive where the space will be created is defined by the system and will be the first available logical drive which has the requested contiguous free disk space on it The recommended size is the minimum size needed to save the current system status If the program cannot find the required space on the hard disk during the space creation process it shows a message box to inform the user Not Enough Space for Allocation This is an error message that may appear when Sleep Manager is creating the hibernation file There are several different reasons that may cause this error 5 7 System Utilities 5 8 One reason is that the size of the free disk space on your hard disk is less than the required size For example if the onboard memory is 16MB and the video memory is 2MB the total free disk space required will be around 18 19MB If the total free disk space is less than this the user has to free up space on his hard disk Another possible reason is that the hard disk has enough free space but this free space exists as small fragments The free disk space that Sleep Manager requires needs to be contiguous To solve this problem use tools such as Disk Defragmenter Windows 95 to compact these free disk spaces Then run Sleep Manager again to create the file One other factor that causes the error is when disk compression utilities are used Sleep Manager can w
38. le system alignment Enable When this checkbox is checked the Sleep Indicator on Manager status appears on the taskbar the Taskbar Double click on the Sleep Manager status icon on the taskbar to bring up the main program or simply rest your cursor on the icon to display the current status 5 5 System Utilities 5 1 2 Sleep Manager Functions 5 6 Create Sleep Manager automatically finds a contiguous area on your hard disk and creates the hibernation file in this space You can also perform this function by clicking on the Create button When you click on the Create button a dialog box pops up Press OK button to create the file press Cancel button to cancel the creation or press Advance to change the setting of the file Cancel Advanced gt gt Select OK to automatically create the hibernation file Sleep Manager displays the recommend size based on onboard system information You can also choose Advance gt gt gt to manually set the space settings and size The advanced screen shows below System Utilities Sleep Manager Create Remove 2 Help 3 rie a Exit About r Current Setting On Board Information Drive C On Board Memory 8192 Size 9296 KB VideoRAM 1024 i SMRAM 64 KB Others 16 KB Recommended Size 281 KB M Enable indicator on taskbar r New Setting Dive E 382656 KB Available h Size 9281 KB corea Sleep Manager automatically chec
39. line help Accessing Online Help Follow these steps to access the online documentation 1 Press the Windows logo key or click on the Start button 2 Select Programs 3 Click on Extensa Online The online help is easy to navigate with hypertext and hypergraphics so you can simply click on highlighted items to learn more about them Clear illustrations help describe notebook operation as well Getting Online If you are connected to the Internet and have World Wide Web access visit our home page http www acer com and get the latest information about our products Getting Familiar with your Computer This computer combines high performance versatility power management features and multimedia capabilities with unique style and ergonomic design Work with unmatched productivity and reliability with your new power computing partner This chapter gives an in depth tour of the computer s many features 1 1 Getting Familiar with your Computer 1 1 Features This computer was designed with the user in mind Here are just a few of its many features Performance Q Intel Pentium processor with MMX technology Q 64 bit main memory and external L2 cache memory UO Large LCD Liquid Crystal Display and PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect local bus video with graphics acceleration 4 Internal CD ROM drive and external 3 5 inch floppy drive CD ROM drive model Q Internal 3 5 inc
40. mance Note Contact your authorized dealer if you decide to perform a key component upgrade Memory Upgrade Memory is upgradeable from 16 to 80 MB employing 8 16 32 64 MB 64 bit soDIMMs Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules Installing Memory Follow these steps to install memory 1 Turn off the computer umplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack Then turn the computer over to access its base 2 Remove the three screws from the memory door then lift up and remove the memory door 3 Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot then gently press down until it clicks into place 4 Put the memory door back and secure it with the screws The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size 3 10 2 Hard Disk Upgrade You can upgrade your hard disk with a higher capacity drive when you need more storage space The computer uses a 12 5 9 5mm 2 5 inch Enhanced IDE hard disk Installing a Replacement Hard Disk Follow these steps to install a hard disk 1 Turn off the computer unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery pack Then turn the computer over to access its base 2 Slide out the hard disk bay cover 3 Pull down the plastic strip attached to the end of the hard disk and pull out the hard disk using the plastic strip 4 Insert a new hard disk into the hard disk bay and slide back the cover 4 Moving with your Computer This chapter gives y
41. n external keyboard or keypad is connected to the computer the numlock feature automatically shifts from the internal keyboard to the external keyboard or keypad 1 9 Getting Familiar with your Computer Windows 95 Keys OOZOOTTO0OOTTT0Og OOOUOOUOUQUUOC E UOU D o8 O S S a CUI Cue ise The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows 95 specific functions amp Q Q Q Q i Start button Combinations with this key perform special functions Below are a few examples Windows Tab Activates next Taskbar button Windows E Explore My Computer Windows F Find Document Windows M Minimize All Shift Windows M Undo Minimize All Windows R Displays Run dialog box Application Opens the application s context menu same key as right click 1 10 Getting Familiar with your Computer Hotkeys Lll ol JL UUU UOU OUOU TR 88 aaao aa LC JUOUUOUUUUIOL __3 w joe B The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer s controls like screen contrast and brightness volume output and the BIOS setup utility Hotkey icon Fn Esc Hotkey Exits the hotkey control Escape Fn F1 Hotkey Displays the hotkey list Help and help Fn F2 Brightness Toggles between brightness Cont
42. njoy your Extensa computer With proper care your computer will provide you with years of productive service xvii XViii Connecting the Notebook Connecting the computer is as easy is 1 2 3 1 Insert the battery pack into the battery compartment and slide the battery compartment cover in place The battery pack has a pull loop at the end for easy removal Note When using a battery pack for the first time fully recharge the battery then disconnect the adapter to use up the battery before recharging again You only need to do this once with a new battery 2 Connect one end of the AC adapter to the DC in port on the notebook s rear panel and the other end to a properly grounded power outlet 3 Slide the display cover latch to the left to open the display Then press the power switch to turn on the power The POST Power On Self Test routine executes and Windows begins loading Note To turn off the power press the power switch for more than four seconds If you are using Windows 95 we recommend that you use the Shutdown command to turn off the computer If you turn off the computer and want to turn it on again wait at least 2 seconds before powering up Preface xix XX Getting Help Online This user s guide provides clear and concise information about the notebook so read it thoroughly To provide you with help when traveling the notebook has a comprehensive on
43. ns press the scale hotkeys Fn and Fn lt to increase and decrease the setting of the icon Exiting Pop up Icons and Screens Press hot key escape Fn Esc to exit a pop up icon resulting from a hot key Press Esc to exit a screen resulting from a hot key 1 13 Getting Familiar with your Computer 1 4 2 1 14 Keyboard Ergonomics Located below the keyboard the wide and curved palm rest gives you a place to rest your hands while you type 1 5 Getting Familiar with your Computer Touchpad The built in touchpad is a PS 2 compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface This means the cursor responds as you move your finger on the surface of the touchpad The central location on the palm rest provides ample comfort and support ZW Note When using an external PS 2 mouse you can press Fn T to disable the internal touchpad If you want to use an external PS 2 mouse first enable the touchpad connect the external PS 2 mouse then disable the touchpad if necessary Touchpad Basics The following items teach you how to use the touchpad Q Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor 1 15 Getting Familiar with your Computer 1 16 Q Press the left and right buttons located on the edge of the touchpad to do selection and execution functions These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse Tapping on the touchpa
44. oard Interface Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Memory Size Mismatch Enter and then exit the System Configuration Setup in the Setup utility pressing F2 during POST Missing operating system Correct the HDD type and reboot See the specification label attached to the hard disk drive We suggest you set the HDD type to Auto for hard disk drive auto detection Non system disk or disk error Insert a system disk in Replace and strike any key drive A then press Enter when ready Pointing Device Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Pointing Device Interface Contact your dealer or an Error authorized service center Protected Mode Test Fail Contact your dealer or an authorized service center RAM BIOS Bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center RAM Parity Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Real Time Clock Error Press F2 during POST to reconfigure the computer Video RAM BIOS Bad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center 6 8 Troubleshooting If you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for assistance Some problems may be solved using the BIOS Setup Utility discussed in section 5 3 6 9 A Specifications This appendix lists the general specifications of your computer Microprocessor Q Intel Pentium pr
45. ocessor with MMX technology Memory Q 16MB on board memory with one 64 bit memory bank expandable to 80 MB UO 256KB 2 level cache memory Q 256KB Flash ROM BIOS Data Storage Q One 2 5 inch 12 5mm 9 5mm hard disk drive Q One 3 5 inch internal floppy disk drive floppy drive model only Q One 3 5 inch external floppy disk drive CD ROM model only LY One 5 25 inch internal CD ROM drive CD ROM model only Specifications Display and Video A 2 OQ 12 1 inch high contrast DualScan or TFT color LCD QO 800x600 SVGA resolution UO 1 1MB EDO video memory Q PCI local bus video with graphics accelerator UO Simultaneous LCD and CRT display Audio 16 bit stereo audio Dual speakers Q Sound Blaster Pro and Windows Sound System compatible UJ Separate audio ports for line in line out and microphone in Keyboard amp Pointing Device m 84 85 88 key Windows 95 keyboard Q Ergonomically centered touchpad pointing device Specifications I O Ports Q Two type II I or one type III CardBus socket s Q One RJ 11 phone jack on some models Q One DC in jack AC adapter Q One RS 232 serial port UART16550 compatible m One parallel port external floppy drive port ECP compliant Q One external monitor port I C compatible Q One keyboard mouse port PS 2 compatible Q One audio line out jack speaker headphone out jack Q One audio line in jack Q One microphone in jack
46. omputer To force the computer OFF without a proper shutdown press and hold the power switch for 2 3 sec Q If you select No the dialog closes and the system does not power off Q If you select Yes SafeOFF will request Windows 95 to shutdown the computer Opened files can be saved and closed safely UL If none of the alternatives is chosen SafeOFF waits for 30 seconds and shuts down the computer System Utilities 5 3 Setup Utility The Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer s BIOS Basic Input Ouput System Your computer is already properly configured and optimized and you do not need to run this utility However if you encounter configuration problems you may need to run Setup Please also refer to Chapter 6 Troubleshooting when a problem arises To activate the Setup Utility press F2 after you hear a beep while the Extensa logo is being displayed EXTENSA When Silent Boot described later in this chapter is disabled a message displays telling you when you can press F2 to run the Setup Utility 5 11 System Utilities BIOS V3 0 016384 KB Memory Good Enter Setup Press F2 Key ACR58000 M12 970324 RO1 A0 EN Copyright Acer Incorporated 1990 1997 All Rights Reserved Pressing F2 brings up the main screen of the Setup Utility SETUP Utility Basic System Settings Startup Configuration Onboard Devices Configuration System Security Power Managemen
47. omputer beeps but does not enter standby mode after pressing the sleep hot key it means the operating system will not allow the 2 15 Operating on Battery Power computer to enter the power saving mode The following signals indicate that the computer is in standby mode Q The buzzer beeps Q The standby indicator flashes Warning Unstored data is lost when you turn off the computer power in standby mode or when the battery is drained To leave standby mode and return to normal mode Press any key L Move the active pointing device internal or external PS 2 or serial Q Open the display cover Ifthe Resume Timer is set and matched the computer returns to normal mode OQ If an incoming modem event occurs and the Modem Ring Resume On Indicator is enabled the computer returns to normal mode N Important If the computer detects a PC I O card installed in the PC card slots the computer will not enter standby mode Instead it will enter light green mode Light green mode is similar to standby mode It consumes very low power while 2 16 Operating on Battery Power maintaining your communication connections Light Green Mode This mode applies if your computer detects a PC I O card installed in the PC card slots The computer consumes low power to maintain your communication connection Data remain intact in the system until the battery is drained To enter light green mode Q Heuristic Power Man
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49. ork with most compression software However Sleep Manager can only create the space on a host drive A host drive stores original file information and cannot be compressed The free space on the host drive is usually very small so the compression software needs to be run again to enlarge the size of the host uncompressed drive for Sleep Manager Remove If you want to use or take back the reserved space click on the Remove button This will disable the hibernation feature Instead the computer will only be able to enter standby mode System Utilities Minimize Minimize Sleep Manager by selecting the Minimize button If the Enable indicator on taskbar box is checked Sleep Manager will switch to the background by locating itself on the taskbar You can pop up Sleep Manager again by double clicking on this icon Exit Exit Sleep Manager by selecting the Exit button Sleep Manager will quit and disable the capability of auto adjusting the reserved space size Exiting Sleep Manager is NOT recommended Important Do not deactivate remove or exit or uninstall Sleep Manager Do not remove or delete the hibernation file Hibernation will not work without Sleep Manager and the hibernation file 5 9 System Utilities 5 2 5 10 SafeOft SafeOFF provides protection from accidental power off If you accidentally press the power switch a dialog box pops up for confirmation Do you really want to shut down your c
50. ou tips and hints on things to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer We have arranged these according to the following situations m Moving Around when you are just moving within short distances for example from your office desk to a meeting room Taking the Computer Home when you are moving from your office to your home or vice versa Traveling with the Computer when you are moving within a larger distance for instance from your office building to a client s office building or traveling locally Traveling Internationally with the Computer when you are moving from country to country 4 1 Moving with your Computer 4 1 Disconnecting from the Desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories 1 Save your work in progress Shut down the operating system 2 3 Turn off the computer 4 Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter 5 Disconnect the keyboard pointing device printer external monitor and other external devices 6 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to secure the computer 4 2 Moving with your Computer 4 2 Moving Around 4 2 1 Preparing the Computer Before moving the computer close and latch the display cover to place it in standby mode You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within the building To bring the computer out of standby mode open the display 4 2 2 What To Bring to Short Meetings
51. ous Display The computer s large display and multimedia capabilities are great for giving presentations If you prefer you can also connect an external monitor when giving presentations This computer supports simultaneous LCD and CRT display Simultaneous display allows you to control the presentation from your computer and at the same time face your audience You can even connect an LCD projection panel for large audience presentations Power Management The power management system incorporates an automatic LCD dim feature that automatically decides the best settings for your display and at the same time conserves power See section 2 2 for more information on power management Getting Familiar with your Computer Opening and Closing the Display To open the display slide the display lid latch to the left and lift up the lid Then tilt it toa comfortable viewing position The computer employs a microswitch that turns off the display and enters standby mode to conserve power when you close the display cover and turns it back on when you open the display cover To close the display cover fold it down gently until the display cover latch clicks into place Warning To avoid damaging the display do not slam it when closing Do not place any object on top of the computer when the display is closed 1 5 O gt C gt O LL O Q O D Q O Q Indicators oi
52. ply plug in the 25 pin larger end of the floppy drive cable to the parallel port on the rear of the computer and the other end to the external floppy drive K 3 12 PS 2 Y Bridge Cable The PS 2 Y bridge cable allows you to connect two PS 2 devices mouse and keyboard to your computer simultaneously Note The keyboard must be connected to the connector marked keyboard and the mouse must be connected to the connector marked mouse Connect the single connector end of the PS 2 Y bridge cable to the computer s PS 2 port and the double connector ends to the two PS 2 devices Parallel Cable The Parallel cable allows you to connect a printer and an external floppy drive to your computer simultaneously However you can only use one device at a time Connect the single connector end of the parallel cable to the computer s parallel port and the double connector ends to the two devices File Transfer Cable You can also transfer files between computers using a file transfer cable Connect the file transfer cable between the parallel ports of the two computers and use your file transfer utility to perform the transfer 3 13 Options 3 10 K 3 10 1 3 14 Key Component Upgrades Your computer delivers superior power and performance However some users and the applications they use may demand more This computer allows you to upgrade key components when you need increased perfor
53. r Connecting an External Floppy Drive Connect the larger end of the floppy drive cable to the parallel port and the other end to the connector on the external floppy drive Note The external floppy drive is hot pluggable You do not need to turn off the computer to connect and use the floppy drive 1 7 K lakal Getting Familiar with your Computer Ports Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC The ports are found on the rear panel PC card slots and the modem jack are found on the left panel of the computer Note See Chapter 3 on how to connect external devices to the computer Left Ports Piel PC Card Slots PC Cards Getting Familiar with your Computer Fax Data Modem Port on some models The computer has an optional built in fax data modem h Warning This modem port is not compatible with digital phone lines Plugging this modem into a digital phone line will damage the modem To use the fax data modem port connect a phone cable from the modem C telephone jack port to a Start your communications software program See your communications manual for instructions PC Card Slots There are two type II I or one type HI CardBus PC Card slots found on the left panel of the computer These slots accept credit card sized cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer 1 This fea
54. rol control and contrast Goooooog control Press the scale hotkeys Fn Fn lt to increase Contrast and decrease the Control brightness or adjust the contrast level Computers with TFT displays do not show the contrast control icon 1 11 Getting Familiar with your Computer Hotkey Fn F3 Ye Display Switches display between Toggle the following e LCD e CRT e Both LCD and CRT Displays the battery gauge Volume Press the scale hotkeys Control Fn Fn lt to increase and decrease the output level Gains access to System setup by invoking Notebook Manager Z Sleep Enters hibernation mode if the hibernation function Sleep Manager is installed valid and enabled otherwise the computer enters standby mode See section 2 2 1 for more about standby and hibernation modes Fn gt gt Scale Increases the setting of the Increase current icon Fn lt Scale Decreases the setting of Decrease the current icon Fn T Toggle Turns the internal Touchpad touchpad on and off 1 12 Getting Familiar with your Computer Note If you want to use an external PS 2 mouse connect the external PS 2 mouse then disable the touchpad by pressing Fn T Activating and Using Hotkeys When activating hotkeys press and hold the first key Fn before pressing the other keys in the hot key combination Some hotkeys pop up an onscreen icon as shown in the previous table For hotkeys with pop up ico
55. rs are timer based You set inactivity time out values for the display hard disk and other devices The computer then sleeps when these time outs elapse The problem with this is that no two users are alike Each of us has his or her own habits when using the computer which makes timer based power management ineffective With HPM your computer manages its power according to the way you use your computer This means the computer delivers maximum power when you need it and saves power when you dont need the maximum all without your intervention There are no timers to set because the HPM system figures out everything for you 2 11 Operating on Battery Power Note We recommend you enable heuristic power management to prolong your battery life 2 2 1 Power Management Modes Display Standby Mode Screen activity is determined by the keyboard the built in touchpad and an external PS 2 pointing device If these devices are idle for the period determined by the computer s HPM unit the display shuts off until you press a key or move the touchpad or external mouse Automatic Dim Feature The computer has a unique automatic dim power saving feature When the computer is using AC power and you disconnect the AC adapter from the computer it automatically dims the LCD backlight to save power If you reconnect AC power to the computer it automatically adjusts the LCD backlight to a brighter level 2 12 Operating on Battery Po
56. s System Utilities Diskette Sets the control level of the Normal Drive diskette drive Disabled Control Write Protect All Sectors Write Protect Boot Sector Hard Disk Sets the control level of the Normal Drive diskette drive Disabled Control Write Protect All Sectors Write Protect Boot Sector Setup Sets and enables the setup None Password password Enabled When set this password protects this Setup Utility from unauthorized entry Before the computer allows access to the Setup Utility you need to enter the setup password Power On Sets and enables the None Password power on password Enabled When set this password protects the computer from unauthorized entry At startup you need to enter the power on password to continue computer operation 1 To set passwords see section 1 9 2 5 21 System Utilities 5 22 System Utilities 5 3 5 Power Management Settings The Power Management Settings screen contains parameter items related to power saving and power management Power Management Settings Heuristic Power Management Mode Enabled Display Always On Disabled Hotkey Beep Enabled Modem Ring Resume On Indicator Enabled Battery low Warning Beep Enabled Sleep Upon Battery low Enabled Tl Move Highlight Bar gt lt Change Setting Esc Exit Press T and J to move the highlight bar press gt and lt to change the setting of the highlighted par
57. ssion to operate this computer Usage Conditions This part 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 Notice Canadian Users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Remarque 1 intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respected toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada iv Important Safety Instructions 1 Read these instructions carefully Save these instructions for future reference 2 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product 3 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning 4 Do not use this product near water 5 Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table The product may fall causing serious damage to the product 6 Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating these openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surf
58. sting 1 11 C caring for your computer ix CD ROM booting from 5 16 CD ROM drive tray ejecting 1 17 cleaning your computer xii connecting your computer xvii contrast adjusting 1 11 Index D display automatic dim 2 11 opening and closing 1 5 power management 1 4 simultaneous 1 4 switching 1 12 video performance 1 4 E embedded keypad 1 9 error messages 6 7 external floppy drive connecting 1 18 external keyboard attaching 3 3 external keypad attaching 3 4 external microphone attaching 3 8 external pointing device attaching 3 5 external speakers attaching 3 8 F FAQ Frequently Asked Questions 6 2 fax data modem 1 20 features 1 2 connectivity 1 3 design and ergonomics 1 3 expansion 1 3 multimedia 1 2 Index 1 Index performance 1 2 H hard disk 1 17 installing 3 16 help online accessing xix online web xix hibernation mode entering 2 12 exiting 2 13 hot keys 1 11 activating and using 1 13 exiting pop up icons and screens 1 13 help 1 11 indicator lights 1 6 L lock keys 1 8 light green mode entering 2 16 exiting 2 16 M memory installing 3 14 modem setting location 6 5 monitor attaching 3 2 O Index 2 option additional memory 3 14 audio 3 8 external keyboard 3 3 external keypad 3 4 external pointing device 3 5 file transfer cable 3 13 hard disk upgrade 3 16 monitor 3 2 Parallel cable 3
59. t Load Default Settings Tl lt Move Highlight Bar J Select Esc Exit Press the cursor keys T gt lt to move the highlight bar then press Enter to make a menu selection 5 12 System Utilities 5 3 1 Basic System Settings The Basic System Settings screen contains parameter items involving basic computer settings Basic System Settings Thu Jun 11 1998 10 00 00 Floppy Disk A 1 44 MB 3 5 inch Floppy Disk B None Cylinders Heads Sectors Size MB Hard Disk Auto XXXX XX KX XXXX Tl Move Highlight Bar gt lt Change Setting Esc Exit Press T and J to move the highlight bar press gt and lt to change the setting of the highlighted parameter To exit this screen and return to the main screen press Esc The following table describes the parameters in this screen Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings 5 13 System Utilities Setting or Format Date Sets the computer s Day of the Week system date Month Day Year Time Sets the computer s Hour Min Sec system time Floppy Disk A Floppy Disk B Hard Disk Selects the floppy disk drive type Selects the floppy disk drive type In most cases you only have need for one floppy disk drive A so this is normally set to None Selects the hard disk drive type When set to User you need to specify the Cylinder Head and Sector information For hassle free and correct drive detection
60. t harmful interference in a residential installation This device 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 device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the device 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 device and receiver E Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected E Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Notice Shield Cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations Notice Peripheral Devices iii Only peripherals input output devices terminals printers etc certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority which is granted by the Federal Communications Commi
61. this should be set to Auto 1 44 MB 3 5 inch None None 1 44 MB 3 5 inch 5 14 System Utilities 5 3 2 Startup Configuration The Startup Configuration screen contains parameter items that are set up when the computer starts up Startup Configuration Boot Display Memory Test Enabled Silent Boot Enabled System Boot Drive Drive A Then C Boot from CD ROM Enabled CardBus Support Enabled USB Function Support Disabled Tl Move Highlight Bar gt lt Change Setting Esc Exit Press T and J to move the highlight bar press gt and lt to change the setting of the highlighted parameter To exit this screen and return to the main screen press Esc The following table describes the parameters in this screen Settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings 5 15 System Utilities Boot Sets the display device Auto Display computer LCD and or Both external monitor to use when the computer starts boots up When set to Auto the computer outputs to the external monitor if one is connected otherwise the computer outputs to the LCD Memory Runs or skips the Enabled Test memory test Disabled Silent Hides or displays the Enabled Boot POST Power on Self Disabled Test screen messages Sets the startup boot Drive A Then C sequence of the drives in Drive C Then A your computer Drive C Drive A For example when set to Drive A Then C the computer search
62. tion AC adapter 1 Connect the AC adapter to the computer and power 2 Save all necessary files outlet 3 Resume work available Power off the computer if you wish to recharge the battery rapidly 2 10 An extra fully charged battery pack available AC adapter or power outlet not available Save all necessary files Exit the application Power off the computer Replace the battery pack Power on the computer and resume rk Save all necessary files Enter hibernation mode Install the extra battery pack Resume from hibernation mode Save all necessary files Exit the application Power off the computer Save all necessary files Enter hibernation mode Operating on Battery Power 2 2 Power Management This computer has a built in power management unit that monitors system activity System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices keyboard mouse floppy drive hard disk peripherals connected to the serial and parallel ports and video memory If no activity is detected for a period of time called an inactivity time out the computer stops some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy This computer employs an innovative power management technique called Heuristic Power Management or HPM HPM allows the computer to provide maximum power conservation and maximum performance at the same time Power management methods used by most compute
63. to perform this function Note To understand how your computer saves and manages power see section 2 2 Sleep Manager is a utility that works with your computer s BIOS and Windows APM Advanced Power Management to manage the hibernation operation This includes Q creating the hibernation file which contains the current state of the computer Q checking if the hibernation file is valid UJ saving and loading the contents of the hibernation file when entering to and resuming from hibernation System Utilities The hibernation file resides in a contiguous area on your hard disk Sleep Manager can automatically create recover and reallocate space for the hibernation file If the system memory size was changed or the hibernation file on the hard disk was corrupted Sleep Manager reallocates the hard disk space for you automatically 5 1 1 Accessing the Sleep Manager There are two ways to bring up the Sleep Manager On the Taskbar The computer automatically loads Sleep Manager every time you start Windows 95 Sleep Manager resides in the background and the Sleep Manager status icon appears on the taskbar Astart 34 1 52PM Double click on the Sleep Manager status icon if enabled to bring up the main Sleep Manager program The Sleep Manager icon may or may not appear on the taskbar A checkbox in the Sleep Manager main screen determines whether to enable or disable the icon on the taskbar 5 3 System Ut
64. ttery level 2 1 5 Optimizing Battery Life This section helps you get the most out of battery operation Optimizing battery life prolongs the charge recharge cycle and improves recharge efficiency Follow these suggestions to optimize and maximize battery power LJ Purchase an extra battery pack UO Use the Sleep Manager utility to reserve hard disk space for the hibernation function See section 5 1 2 6 Operating on Battery Power Q Use the AC adapter whenever possible so that the battery is reserved for on the go computing Q Keep the battery pack in the computer powered by the AC adapter The constant trickle charge maintains the battery level to eliminate the battery self discharge effect The charge in use function also charges the battery pack LJ Disable the parallel and serial ports if no devices are connected to these ports You can do this through the Setup Utility See section 5 3 3 U Eject the PC card from the card slot when not in use since the PC card draws extra power Q Store the battery pack in a cool dry place The recommended storage temperature for battery packs ranges from 10 to 30 degrees C The higher the storage temperature the faster the battery pack self discharges Q The batteries can be recharged about 500 times when used as directed Excess recharging decreases battery life Q Take care of your battery pack and AC adapter See the notices section found in the front part of the
65. ture is available only in the U S Canada Japan and Taiwan For other regions you can connect a PC Card modem Consult your dealer for details 1 20 Getting Familiar with your Computer PC Cards formerly PCMCIA are add on cards for portable computers giving you expansion possibilities long afforded by desktop PCs Popular type II cards include flash memory SRAM fax data modem LAN and SCSI cards Common type III cards are 1 8 inch ATA Advanced Technology Attachment drives and cellular modems CardBus improves on the 16 bit PC card technology by expanding the bandwidth to 32 bits ZV Zoomed Video port support allows your computer to support hardware MPEG in the form of a ZV PC card supported in the upper slot Note Refer to your card s user s manual for details on how to install and use the card and its functions Inserting a Card Insert the card into the desired slot and make the proper connections e g network cable if necessary See your card manual for details For type III cards insert card into the lower slot 1 21 Getting Familiar with your Computer 1 22 Important If the computer detects a PC I O card e g modem card ZV card installed in the PC card slots the computer will not enter standby hibernation mode but sleeps to maintain your communication connection Ejecting a Card Exit the application using the card then follow these steps If th
66. ur Computer Minimize the effect of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you Q Ifyou need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot bring the computer with you leave the computer in the trunk of the car to avoid exposing the computer to excessive heat Q Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation Allow the computer to return to room temperature and inspect the screen for condensation before turning on the computer If the temperature change is greater than 18 F 10 C allow the computer to come to room temperature slowly If possible leave the computer for 30 minutes in an environment with a temperature between outside and room temperature 4 3 4 Setting Up a Home Office If you frequently work on your computer at home it may be worthwhile purchasing a second AC adapter for use at home With a second AC adapter you can avoid transporting the extra weight to and from home If you use your computer at home for significant periods of time you might also want to add an external keyboard monitor or mouse 4 5 Moving with your Computer 44 Traveling with the Computer 4 4 1 Preparing the Computer Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home Be sure the battery in the computer is charged Airport security often requires you to turn on your computer when bringing it into the gate area 4 4 2 What To Bring with You Bring the following items with you QO AC adapter
67. ursor to the parallel port base address parameter and change the setting See section 5 3 3 for details 6 4 Troubleshooting Questions Answers I want to eject the There is a mechanical eject button on CD ROM tray the CD ROM drive Simply insert the without turning tip of a pen or paperclip and push to on the power eject the CD ROM tray I cannot eject the CD ROM drive tray I prefer using an To connect two PS 2 type devices to external keyboard the computer you need to use a PS 2 and mouse but Y bridge cable See section 3 9 2 for both have PS 2 details connectors and there is only one PS 2 port on the computer I want to set up To properly use your communications my location to use software e g HyperTerminal you the internal need to set up your location modem Click on Start Settings Control Panel Double click on the Modems icon Click on Dialing Properties and begin setting up your location I prefer to use an To connect an external floppy drive external floppy and a printer at the same time you drive and a printer need to use a parallel cable See simultaneously section 3 9 2 for details 6 5 Troubleshooting Questions Answers The serial mouse Q Make sure that the serial cable is does not work plugged securely into the serial port Check if the device driver for the serial mouse is installed Click on Start Settings Control Panel then double cl
68. uter Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack Make sure the AC adapter is plugged in properly to the computer and to the power outlet If it is lit check the following Q Ifthe Standby indicator is lit the computer is in standby mode Press any key or tap on the touchpad to resume Is a non bootable non system diskette in the floppy drive Remove or replace it with a system diskette and press Ctrl Alt Del to restart the system The operating system files may be damaged or missing Insert the startup disk you created during Windows 95 setup into the floppy drive and press Ctrl Alt Del to restart the system This will diagnose your system and make necessary fixes 6 2 Troubleshooting Questions Answers Nothing appears on the screen Image is not full screen The computer s power management system automatically blanks the screen to save power Press any key to turn the display back on If pressing a key does not turn the display back on two things might be the cause Q The contrast and or brightness level might be too low Press Fn F2 0 to bring up the contrast brightness pop up icon Then press the scale increase hot keys Fn to increase the contrast brightness level The display device might be set to an external monitor Press the display toggle hot key Fn F3 Ve to toggle the display back to the computer Make sure the resolution is set to 800x600 Right click on
69. wer Hard Disk Standby Mode The hard disk enters standby mode or light green mode when there are no disk read write operations within the period of time determined by the computer s HPM unit In this state the power supplied to the hard disk is reduced toa minimum The hard disk returns to normal once the computer accesses it Hibernation Mode In hibernation mode all power shuts off the computer does not consume any power The computer saves all system information onto the hard disk before it enters hibernation mode Once you turn on the power the computer restores this information and resumes where you left off upon leaving hibernation mode There are two necessary conditions for the computer to enter hibernation mode Q The hibernation file created by Sleep Manager must be present and valid See section 5 1 Heuristic Power Management Mode must be set to ENABLED In this situation there are four ways to enter hibernation mode OQ Pressing the sleep hot key Fn F7 z 2 13 Operating on Battery Power Q If the waiting time determined by the computer s HPM unit elapses without any system activity the computer goes into hibernation mode UO Ifa battery low condition takes place the computer enters hibernation mode in about two minutes The Sleep Upon Battery low parameter in Setup must be set to ENABLED Q Invoked by the operating system power saving modes lt Note If the computer beeps but
70. word The password may consist of up to seven characters A Z a z 0 9 1 27 Getting Familiar with your Computer 1 28 Important Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear on the screen 5 Press Enter A prompt asks you to retype the password to verify your first entry Retype the password then press Enter After setting the password the computer automatically sets the chosen password parameter to Enabled Press Esc to exit the System Security screen and return to the main menu Press Esc to exit the BIOS Utility A dialog box appears asking if you want to save the CMOS data Do you want to save CMOS data Yes No Select Yes to save the changes and reboot the computer Getting Familiar with your Computer Changing or Removing a Password Should you want to change or remove a password do the following 1 During POST while the startup logo is being displayed press F2 to enter the Setup Utility Select System Security and press Enter Highlight the desired password parameter to change or remove Press or lt to display the password prompt and key in a new password or Press gt or and select None to remove the existing password Press Esc to exit the System Security screen and return to the main menu Press Esc to exit the Setup Utility A dialog box appears asking if you want to save the CMOS data Do you w
71. y other device LJ Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from personal traffic When unplugging the power cord do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug Q The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord Also the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating Here are some ways of taking care of your battery pack Q Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements Turn the power off before removing or replacing batteries xi Notices Do not tamper with batteries Keep them away from children Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations Recycle them if at all possible Cleaning and Servicing When cleaning the notebook follow these steps 1 Power off the notebook and remove the battery pack 2 Disconnect the AC adapter 3 Use a soft cloth moistened with water Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Contact your dealer or see your service technician if any of the following occurs LJ Notebook has been dropped or the body has been damaged Q Liquid has been spilled into the product Q The notebook does not operate normally xii Preface Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with your Computer el PG AUG s iia enn ee ea 1 2 BO Display

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