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Notebook PC

Hardware User’s Manual

Product Name: Notebook PC Hardware Manual Revision: 2 E1279 Release Date: April 2003

Safety Statements

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference, and

• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that inter ference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARNING! The use of a shielded-type power cord is required in order to meet FCC emission limits and to prevent interference to the nearby radio and television reception. It is essential that only the supplied power cord be used. Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment. You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.

Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. Washington DC: Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration, U.S. Government Printing Office.

Power Safety Requirement

Products with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved power cords greater than or equal to: H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm

or H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm2.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. (Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.) For use with AC Adaptor Model (Pour Utiliser Avec Modele): ADP-65DB (65W)

Safety Statements

Nordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery)

CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. (English)

A TTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato. Sostituire la batteria con un una di tipo uguale o equivalente consigliata dalla fabbrica. Non disperdere le batterie nell’ambiente. (Italian)

VORSICHT! Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen T yp. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers. (German)

ADVARSELI! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren. (Danish)

VARNING! Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion. (Swedish)

VAROITUS! Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. V aihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan sousittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistagan ohjeiden mukaisesti. (Finnish)

ATTENTION! Il y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du mêre type ou d’un type équivalent recommandé par le constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. (French)

ADVARSEL! Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner . (Norwegian)

(Japanese)

Macrovision Corporation Product Notice

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.A. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

CDRH Regulations

The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976. These regulations apply to laser products manufactured from August 1, 1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States.

WARNING: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein or in the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Safety Statements

WARNING! The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on or near the surface.

Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. W ipe the Notebook PC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth.

DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged.

DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC.

DO NOT press or touch the display panel. Do not place together with small items that may scratch or enter the Notebook PC.

DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical fields.

DO NOT leave the Notebook PC on your lap or any part of the body while the Notebook PC is turned ON or is charging in order to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure.

DO NOT expose to or use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT use the modem during an electrical storm.

DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT operate during a gas leak.

DO NOT expose to extreme temperatures above 50˚C (122˚F) or to direct sunlight. Do not block the fan vents!

DO NOT expose to extreme temperatures (below 0˚C (32˚F), otherwise the Notebook PC may not boot.

DO NOT throw batteries in fires as they may explode. Check local codes for special battery disposal instructions.

Safety Statements

Transportation Precautions

T o prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to the connectors. The hard disk drive’s head retracts when the power is

turned OFF to prevent scratching of the hard disk surface during transport. Therefore, you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is still ON. Close the display panel and check that it is latched securely in the closed position to protect the keyboard and display panel.

Remove Floppy Disks

Make sure your floppy disk drive (external on some models) does not contain a diskette when transporting the floppy disk drive. When a diskette is inserted into the floppy disk drive, the eject button protrudes out. If you attempt to transport the floppy disk drive with a diskette in the drive, you risk damaging the eject button and also risk scratching the surface of the diskette when the floppy disk drive is jolted.

Cover Your Notebook PC

Use a carrying case such as the one supplied with your Notebook PC to protect it from dirt, water, shock, and scratches.

NOTE: The surface glaze is easily dulled if not properly cared for. Be careful not to rub or scrap the Notebook PC surfaces when transporting your Notebook PC.

Charge Your Batteries

If you intend to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on long trips. Remember that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it is plugged into the computer and an AC power source. Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in use.

Airplane Precautions

Contact your airline if you want to use the Notebook PC on the airplane. Most airlines will have restrictions for using electronic devices. Most airlines will allow electronic use only between and not during takeoffs and landings.

CAUTION! There are three main types of airport security devices: X-ray machines (used on items placed on conveyor belts), magnetic detectors (used on people walking through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people or individual items). Y ou can send your Notebook PC and diskettes through airport Xray machines. However, it is recommended that you do not send your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to magnetic wands.

Safety Statements

CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem)

Danish

Dutch

English

Finnish

French

German

Greek

Italian

Portuguese

Spanish

Swedish

Safety Statements

UL Safety Notices

Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connected to a telecommunication network that has an operating voltage to ground that does not exceed 200V peak, 300V peak-to-peak, and 105V rms, and installed or used in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70).

When using the Notebook PC modem, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:

• Do not use the Notebook PC near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or

laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

• Do not use the Notebook PC during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock

from lightning.

• Do not use the Notebook PC in the vicinity of a gas leak.

Required for UL 1642 covering primary (nonrechargeable) and secondary (rechargeable) lithium batteries for use as power sources in products. These batteries contain metallic lithium, or a lithium alloy, or a lithium ion, and may consist of a single electrochemical cell or two or more cells connected in series, parallel, or both, that convert chemical energy into electrical energy by an irreversible or reversible chemical reaction.

• Do not dispose the Notebook PC battery pack in a fire, as they may explode. Check with local codes for

possible special disposal instructions to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion.

• Do not use power adapters or batteries from other devices to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to

fire or explosion. Use only UL certified power adapters or batteries supplied by the manufacturer or authorized retailers.

Contents

1. Introducing the Notebook PC ................................................................11

About This User’s Manual ..................................................................................................... 12

Notes For This Manual..................................................................................................... 12

2. Knowing the Parts.................................................................................. 13

Top Side ................................................................................................................................ 14

Bottom Side........................................................................................................................... 16

Left Side ................................................................................................................................ 18

Right Side.............................................................................................................................. 19

Rear Side .............................................................................................................................. 20

3. Getting Started ....................................................................................... 23

Using the Battery Pack..........................................................................................................24

Installing and Removing the Battery Pack ....................................................................... 24

Charging the Battery Pack ............................................................................................... 25

Battery Care..................................................................................................................... 25

Operating Systems................................................................................................................ 25

Support Software ............................................................................................................. 25

Power Connection................................................................................................................. 26

Powering ON The Notebook PC ........................................................................................... 27

The Power-On Self Test (POST)...................................................................................... 27

Power Management - “Stand By” & “Hibernate” ................................................................... 28

Restarting or Rebooting ........................................................................................................ 29

Powering OFF the Notebook PC........................................................................................... 29

Using the Keyboard............................................................................................................... 30

Colored Hot Keys............................................................................................................. 30

Instant Launch Keys and Status Indicators........................................................................... 31

Instant Launch Keys.............................................................................................................. 31

Status Indicators ................................................................................................................... 32

Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad ...................................................................................... 33

Microsoft Windows™ Keys .............................................................................................. 33

Keyboard as Cursors ....................................................................................................... 34

4. Using the Notebook PC ......................................................................... 35

Pointing Device ..................................................................................................................... 36

Using the Touchpad ......................................................................................................... 36

Touchpad Usage Illustrations........................................................................................... 36

Caring for the Touchpad................................................................................................... 38

Contents

Optical Drive.......................................................................................................................... 39

PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket ................................................................................................... 42

32-bit CardBus Support ................................................................................................... 42

Inserting a PC Card (PCMCIA) ........................................................................................ 43

Removing a PC Card (PCMCIA)...................................................................................... 43

Modem and Network Connections ........................................................................................ 44

Modem Connection.......................................................................................................... 44

Network Connection......................................................................................................... 45

IR Wireless Communication.................................................................................................. 46

Guidelines for using IR communication ........................................................................... 46

Enabling Infrared.............................................................................................................. 46

AC Power System .................................................................................................................47

Battery Power System........................................................................................................... 47

Charging the Battery Pack ............................................................................................... 47

Using Battery Power ........................................................................................................ 48

Power Management Modes .................................................................................................. 49

Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance .................................................................... 49

ACPI................................................................................................................................. 49

Suspend Mode................................................................................................................. 49

Power Management Modes .................................................................................................. 49

Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance .................................................................... 49

ACPI................................................................................................................................. 49

Suspend Mode................................................................................................................. 49

Thermal Power Control .................................................................................................... 50

Power Savings ................................................................................................................. 50

Power State Summary ..................................................................................................... 50

Thermal Power Control .................................................................................................... 50

Power Savings ................................................................................................................. 50

Power State Summary ..................................................................................................... 50

Hard Disk Drive ..................................................................................................................... 51

Important Handling Note .................................................................................................. 51

Processor & Hard Disk Drive Upgrades................................................................................ 51

System Memory Expansion .................................................................................................. 51

Hard Disk Drive Upgrades .................................................................................................... 51

Processor Upgrades ............................................................................................................. 51

System Memory Expansion .................................................................................................. 51

Contents

Appendix..................................................................................................... 53

Optional Acessories .............................................................................................................. 54

PortBar (Optional) ............................................................................................................ 54

Optional Accessories............................................................................................................. 54

PortBar............................................................................................................................. 54

USB Hub .......................................................................................................................... 54

Wireless LAN Cardbus Card or USB ............................................................................... 55

USB Flash Memory.......................................................................................................... 55

USB Communication Cable ............................................................................................. 55

USB Floppy Disk Drive .................................................................................................... 56

USB Keyboard and Mouse .............................................................................................. 56

Optional Connections............................................................................................................57

Monitor Out Connection ................................................................................................... 57

External Audio Connections ............................................................................................. 57

USB Printer Connection................................................................................................... 58

IEEE1394 Connection...................................................................................................... 58

Securing Your Notebook PC ............................................................................................ 58

Second Battery Pack (Optional)....................................................................................... 59

Internal Modem Compliancy ................................................................................................. 60

Glossary................................................................................................................................ 62

Notebook PC Information...................................................................................................... 66

1. Introducing the Notebook PC

About This User’s Manual Notes For This Manual

1 Introducing the Notebook PC

About This User’s Manual

You are reading the Notebook PC User ’s Manual. This User ’s Manual provides information on the various components in the Notebook PC and how to use them. The following are major sections of this User’s Manuals:

1. Introducing the Notebook PC

Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this User’s Manual.

2. Knowing the Parts

Gives you information on the Notebook PC’s components.

3. Getting Started

Gives you information on getting started with the Notebook PC.

4. Using the Notebook PC

Gives you information on using the Notebook PC’s components.

5. Appendix

Introduces you to optional accessories and gives additional information.

Notes For This Manual

This User’s Manual was created using Macintosh versions of Adobe® PageMaker™ 6.52, Adobe Photoshop™ 5.5, Adobe® Illustrator® 8.0, and Macromedia® Freehand™ 8.0.1. The body text type used in this manual is “Times” (MAC) or “T imes New Roman” (Windows™) and headings are “Helvetica” (MAC) or “Arial” (Windows™). A few notes and warnings in bold are used throughout this guide that you should be aware of in order to complete certain tasks safely and completely. These notes have different degrees of importance as described below:

WARNING! Information to prevent damage to components, damage to data, or personal injury.

CAUTION! Information on actions that must be avoided to prevent damage to components, damage to data, or personal injury.

T ext enclosed in < > or [ ] represents a key on the keyboard; do not actually type the < > or [ ] and the enclosed letters.

TIP: Tips and useful information for power (advanced) computer users.

NOTE: Tips and information to aid in completing a task.

2. Knowing the Parts

Top Side Bottom Side Left Side Right Side Rear Side

2 Knowing the Parts

Top Side

Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the top side of the Notebook PC.

Microphone

Display Panel

Power Switch / Instant Keys

LED Status Indicators

Display Panel Latch

LED Status Indicators

Keyboard

Touchpad Touchpad Buttons

Display Panel Latch

One spring-loaded latch on the front of the Notebook PC locks the display panel in the closed position when the Notebook PC is not in use. To open the display panel, push and release the latch with your thumb and lift up the display panel with the same thumb. Slowly tilt the display panel forward or backward to a comfortable viewing angle.

WARNING! When opening, do not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break! Never lift the Notebook PC by the display panel!

Knowing the Parts 2

Display Panel

The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that of desktop monitors. Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is easier on the eyes.

Display Panel Care

The LCD screen is very delicate and requires careful handling. Pay attention to the following precautions:

• When not in use, keep the display panel closed to prevent dust accumulation.

• Do not use chemical cleaners on the screen. Wipe only with a dry cloth or tissue.

• Do not put your fingers or any objects directly on the screen.

• Do not press or lay any objects on the machine when it is closed.

• Do not carry the Notebook PC with small or sharp objects (e.g. paper clips or staples) that may enter the Notebook PC and scratch the display panel.

Microphone

The built-in microphone provides a source for general note taking, voice mail recording, or for use with Internet phone software. An external microphone connection is also provided for use with your own audio input device.

LED Status Indicators

Status indicator details are described in section 3.

Power Switch

The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the Notebook PC and recovering from STD. Push the switch once to turn ON and once to turn OFF the Notebook PC.

Instant Launch Keys

Instant launch keys allow you to launch frequently used applications with one push of a button. Details provided later in this manual.

Keyboard

The keyboard provides full-sized keys with comfortable travel (depth at which the keys can be depressed) and palm rest for both hands. T wo W indows™ function keys are provided to help ease navigation in the Windows™ operating system.

Touchpad and Buttons

The touchpad with its buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse. A software-controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation.

2 Knowing the Parts

Bottom Side

Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the bottom side of the Notebook PC.

Hard Disk Drive Compartment

Drive Module Eject Optical Drive Module Name Card Holder

Right Audio Speaker

Reset Button

Battery Pack

Air Vents

CPU & Memory Compartment

Battery Eject

Left Audio Speaker

WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation. DO NOT PUT THE NOTEBOOK PC ON THE LAP OR OTHER P ARTS OF THE BODY T O AVOID INJURY FROM THE HEAT .

Knowing the Parts 2

The following describes the components on the bottom side of the Notebook PC as shown by the illustration on the previous page.

Hard Disk Drive Compartment

The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment under a metal plate. Hard disk drive upgrades are to be done by authorized service centers or dealers only.

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Reset Button

The reset button is used for shutting down the Notebook PC if <CTRL><ALT><DEL> or turning OFF the power does not respond. To use this function, momentarily depress the button within the hole with a pen or paper clip and the Notebook PC will turn OFF. Do not use a pencil since the tip may break off in the hole.

Air Vents

The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. Do not block the air vents or else overheating may occur!

CPU Compartment

The CPU compartment contains a socket for mounting a central processing unit. CPU installation/ upgrades must be done by an authorized retailer or else warranty will be void.

Memory Compartment

The memory compartment contains a memory slot for additional memory installation. Memory installation/upgrades must be done by an authorized retailer or else warranty will be void.

Battery Eject

The battery is held by a spring lock. The spring loaded latch automatically locks the battery pack when

inserted. Moving this to unlock will partially eject the battery pack. Usage details are described in the battery section later in this manual.

Left/Right Audio Speakers (See Left and Right Sides)

Battery Pack

The battery pack is actually combined with the Notebook PC’s surface in order to reduce thickness. When the battery is released, the surface and battery pack will be seen as a single unit. The battery pack cannot be further disassembled and must be replaced as a single unit.

Drive Module Eject

The module drive eject is used for ejecting a module drive inserted into the Notebook PC.

2 Knowing the Parts

Left Side

Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the left side of the Notebook PC.

Kensington Lock Port

Kensington® Lock Port

IEEE1394

Fast IrDA

PC Card (PCMCIA Type II) Slot and Eject

Audio Speaker (Left)

The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. Some security products may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved.

IEEE1394 Port

IEEE1394 is a high speed serial bus like SCSI but has simple connections and hot-plugging capabilities like USB. The interface IEEE1394 has a bandwidth of 100-400 Mbits/sec and can handle up to 63 units on the same bus. It is very likely that IEEE1394, together with USB, will replace Parallel, IDE, SCSI, and EIDE ports. IEEE1394 is also used in high-end digital equipment and should be marked “DV” for Digital V ideo port.

Fast Infrared Port (IrDA)

The fast infrared (IrDA) communication port allows convenient wireless data communication with infrared-equipped devices or computers up to 4 Mbits/sec. This allows easy wireless synchronization with PDAs or mobile phones and even wireless printing to printers. If your office supports IrDA networking, you can have wireless connection to a network anywhere provided there is a direct line of sight to an IrDA node. Small of fices can use IrDA technology to share a printer between several closely placed Notebook PCs and even send files to each other without a network.

PC Card (PCMCIA Type II) Slot and Eject

One PCMCIA 2.1 compliant slot for one type I/II PC card is available. The socket supports 32-bit CardBus. This allows accommodation of all Notebook PC expansion options such as flash memory cards, ISDN, SCSI, and wireless network adapters.

Audio Speaker (Left)

The built-in speaker allows you to hear audio without additional attachments. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound in high quality 16-bit stereo (when used with external stereo headphones or speakers). All audio features are software controlled.

Knowing the Parts 2

DC IN

Right Side

Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the right side of the Notebook PC.

Audio Speaker (Right)

Optical Drive Eject

Optical Drive Emergency Eject

SPDIF Audio Output

Mic/ Audio Input

DC Power Input Jack

Audio Speaker (Right)

Optical Drive

The Notebook PC comes in two models: DVD ROM or DVD ROM + CD-RW combo.

Optical Drive Eject and Emergency Eject

The optical drive eject is an electronic eject button for opening the tray. You can also eject the optical drive tray through any CD/VCD/DVD software player or by right clicking the optical drive in Windows™ “My Computer.” The emergency eject is used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject does not work. Do not use the emergency eject in place of the electronic eject.

Headphone Jack (Head-Out) and SPDIF Jack (SPDIF)

The stereo headphone jack is used to connect the Notebook PC’ s audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. This jack also combines SPDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface) signals for digital audio output to amplifiers with SPDIF input. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in speakers.

Microphone and Audio Input

The mono microphone jack can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone.

DC Power Input

The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack. To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack, always use the supplied power adapter.

2 Knowing the Parts

Rear Side

Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the rear side of the Notebook PC.

Modem Port

LAN Port

2 USB Ports

Expansion Port

2 USB Ports

Monitor Port

Parallel Port

Air Vents

Modem Port

The RJ-11 telephone port supports an RJ-11 telephone cable. The internal modem supports up to 56K V.90 transfers. The built-in connector allows convenient use without a dongle.

WARNING! The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in digital phone systems. Do not connect the modem port to a digital phone system or else damage will occur to the Notebook PC.

LAN Port

The RJ-45 LAN port supports an RJ-45 Ethernet cable. The internal LAN supports 10Base-T or 100BaseTX standard or duplex networks. The built-in connector allows convenient use without a dongle.

USB Ports (1.1 & 2.0)

Universal Serial Bus (USB) supports many USB compatible devices such as keyboards, pointing de-

vices, video cameras, modems, hard disk drives, printers, monitors, and scanners connected in a series

up to 12Mbits/sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB allows many devices to run simulta-

neously on a single computer, with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors

acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that peripherals

can be connected or disconnected while the Notebook PC is turned ON.

Expansion Port

The Expansion Port is for connection to an optional external port replicator to provide a docking solution to desktop peripherals. More details given later.

Knowing the Parts 2

Monitor Port

The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display.

Parallel Port

The 25-pin D-sub parallel/printer port supports parallel devices such as printers, hard drives, removable drives, or scanners.

Air Vents

The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. Do not block the air vents or else overheating may occur!

3. Getting Started

Using the Battery Pack Operating Systems Power Connection Powering ON The Notebook PC Power Management - Stand By and Hibernate Restarting or Rebooting Powering OFF The Notebook PC Using the Keyboard Instant Launch Keys and Status Indicators

3 Getting Started

Using the Battery Pack

Installing and Removing the Battery Pack

Your Notebook PC may or may not have its battery pack installed. If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed, use the following procedures to install the battery pack.

To install the battery pack:

1. Insert the battery pack until it clicks into place. 2. The lock L will automatically snap into place.

To remove the battery pack:

1. Slide the Battery Release to unlock L and hold. 2. Lift the edge of the battery pack up.

Optional Second Battery Pack

The optical drive module can be removed to accommodate other modules such as the second battery pack.

WARNING! Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC is turned ON, as this may result in the loss of working data.

WARNING! Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for use with this model.

Getting Started 3

Charging the Battery Pack

Before you use your Notebook PC on the road, you will have to charge the battery pack. The battery pack begins to charge as soon as the Notebook PC is connected to external power. Fully charge the battery pack before using it for the first time. A new battery pack must completely charge before the Notebook PC is disconnected from external power. When the battery power is low, the battery power LED will blink. It takes a few hours to fully charge the battery when the Notebook PC is turned OFF and may take twice the time when the Notebook PC is turned ON. The battery charge light turns OFF when the battery pack is charged.

Battery Care

The Notebook PC’s battery pack, like all rechargeable batteries, has a limit on the number times it can be recharged. Fully draining and charging the battery once a day every day will last over a year but how long beyond that will depend on your environment temperature, humidity , and how your Notebook PC is used. It is ideal that the battery be used in a temperature range between 10˚C and 29˚C (50˚F and 85˚F). You must also take into account that the Notebook PC’s internal temperature is higher than the outside temperature. Any temperatures above or below this range will shorten the life of the battery. But in any case, the battery pack’s usage time will eventually decrease and a new battery pack must be purchased from an authorized dealer for this Notebook PC. Because batteries also have a shelf life, it is not recommended to buy extras for storing.

Operating Systems

This Notebook PC may offer (depending on territory) its customers the choice of a pre-installed operating system such as Microsoft Windows ME (Millennium Edition), Windows 2000, or Windows XP. The choices and languages will depend on the territory. The levels of hardware and software support may vary depending on the installed operating system. The stability and compatibility of other operating systems cannot be guaranteed.

Support Software

This Notebook PC comes with a support CD that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to enable hardware features, extend functionality , help manage your Notebook PC, or add functionality not provided by the native operating system. If updates or replacement of the support CD is necessary , contact your dealer for web sites to download individual software drivers and utilities.

The support CD contains all drivers, utilities and software for all popular operating systems including those that have been pre-installed. The support CD does not include the operating system itself. The support CD is necessary even if your Notebook PC came pre-configured in order to provide additional software not included as part of the factory pre-install.

A recovery CD is optional and includes an image of the original operating system installed on the hard drive at the factory. The recovery CD provides a comprehensive recovery solution that quickly restores the Notebook PC’s operating system to its original working state provided that your hard disk drive is in good working order. Contact your retailer if you require such a solution.

3 Getting Started

Power Connection

Your Notebook PC comes with a universal AC-DC adapter. That means that you may connect the power cord to any 110V-120V as well as 220V-240V outlets without setting switches or using power converters. Different countries may require that an adapter be used to connect the provided US-standard AC power cord to a different standard. Most hotels will provide universal outlets to support differ ent power cords as well as voltages. It is always best to ask an experienced traveler about AC outlet voltages when bringing power adapters to another country.

TIP: You can buy travel kits for the Notebook PC that includes power and modem adapters for almost every country.

With the AC power cord connected to the AC-DC converter , connect the AC power cord to an AC outlet (preferably with surge-protection) and then connect the DC plug to the Notebook PC. Connecting the AC-DC adapter to the AC outlet first allows you to test the AC outlet’s power and the AC-DC converter itself for compatibility problems before connecting the DC power to the Notebook PC. The green power LED on the adapter lights up if the power is within accepted ranges.

WARNING! Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Notebook PC or use the Notebook PC’s adapter to power other electrical devices. If there is smoke, burning scent, or extreme heat coming from the AC-DC adapter, seek servicing. Seek servicing if you suspect a faulty AC-DC adapter . Y ou may damage both your battery pack(s) and the Notebook PC with a faulty AC-DC adapter.

(3) Connect the DC Power Plug

(1) Connect this end of the power cord to the AC-DC converter

AC-DC Converter

NOTE: This Notebook PC may come with either a two or three-prong plug depending on territory. If a three-prong plug is provided, you must use a grounded AC outlet or use a properly grounded adapter to ensure safe operation of the Notebook PC.

(2) Plug the “AC Power Cord” into an electrical outlet (110V - 240V)

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Powering ON The Notebook PC

The Notebook PC’ s power-ON message appears on the screen when you turn it ON. If necessary , you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. If you need to run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup. If you press [Tab] during the splash screen, standard boot information such as the BIOS version can be seen. Press [ESC] and you will be presented with a boot menu with selections to boot from your available drives.

WARNING! Never turn OFF or reset your Notebook PC while the hard disk or floppy disk is in use and the activity LED is flashing; doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data. To protect the hard disk drive, always wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON.

NOTE: Before bootup, the display panel flashes when the power is turned ON. This is part of the Notebook PC’s test routine and is not a problem with the display.

The Power-On Self Test (POST)

When you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will first run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test (POST). The software that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part of the Notebook PC’s architecture. The POST includes a record of the Notebook PC’s hardware configuration, which is used to make a diagnostic check of the system. This record is created by using the BIOS Setup program. If the POST discovers a difference between the record and the existing hardware, it will display a message on the screen prompting you to correct the conflict by running BIOS Setup. In most cases the record should be correct when you receive the Notebook PC. When the test is finished, you may get a message reporting “No operating system found” if the hard disk was not preloaded with an operating system. This indicates that the hard disk is correctly detected and ready for the installation of a new operating system.

The S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) checks the hard disk drive during POST and gives a warning message if the hard disk drive requires servicing. If any critical hard disk drive warning is given during bootup, backup your data immediately and run W indows disk checking program. T o run Window’s disk checking program: (1) right-click any hard disk drive icon in “My Computer”, (2) choose Properties, (3) click the Tools tab, (4) click Check Now, (5) select a hard disk drive, (6) select Thorough to also check for physical damages, and (7) click Start. Third party disk utilities such as Symantec’ s Norton Disk Doctor can also perform the same functions but with greater ease and more features.

WARNING! If warnings are still given during bootup after running a software disk checking utility, you should take your Notebook PC in for servicing. Continued use may result in data loss.

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Power Management - “Stand By” & “Hibernate”

Power management settings can be found in the Windows control panel. The following shows the power options properties in Windows. You can define “Stand By” or “Shut down” for closing the display panel, pressing the power button, or activating sleep mode. “Stand by” and “Hibernate” saves power when your Notebook PC is not in use by turning OFF certain components. When you resume your work, your last status (such as a document scrolled down half way or email typed half way will reappear as if you never left. “Shut down” will close all applications and ask if you want to save your work if any are not saved.

“Stand by” is the same as Suspend-to-RAM (STR). This function stores your current data and status in RAM while many components are turned OFF. Because RAM is volatile, it requires power to keep (refresh) the data. To operate: select “Start” | “Shut down”, and “Stand by”.

“Hibernate” is the same as Suspend-to-Disk (STD) and stores your current data and status on the hard disk drive. By doing this, RAM does not have to be periodically refreshed and power consumption is greatly reduced but not completely eliminated because certain wake-up components like LAN and modem needs to remain powered. “Hibernate” saves more power compared to “Stand by”. To operate: Enable hibernation in “Power Options” and select “Start” | “Shut down”, and “Hibernate”.

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Restarting or Rebooting

After making changes to your operating system, you may be prompted to restart the system. Some installation processes will provide a dialog box to allow restart. To restart the system manually:

Click the Start button and select Shut Down | and choose Restart.

In case the operating system hangs (stops, freezes, crashes), try the following in this order:

1. Try a “warm boot” by pressing the [Ctrl][Alt][Del] keys simultaneously. (You may try a few times.)

2. If warm booting fails to work, you can press the reset button located in a small hole on the bottom of the Notebook PC with a pen, mechanical pencil, or paper clip. (Do not use a standard pencil because the tip may break off in the hole.)

Powering OFF the Notebook PC

For operating systems equipped with ACPI (Windows ME/2000/XP), the Notebook PC can be powered OFF by using Start | Shut Down... | Shut down. For operating systems without proper power management (DOS, Windows NT), you must power OFF the Notebook PC by holding the power switch for 2 seconds (as opposed to 1 second to power ON) after closing applications and exiting operating systems. Holding the power switch for 2 seconds is necessary in order to prevent accidental power-OFFs.

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Using the Keyboard

Colored Hot Keys

The following defines the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC’s keyboard. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with a colored command.

NOTE: The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same. Follow the icons instead of the function keys.

“Z” Icon (F1): Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Saveto-Disk depending on sleep button setting in power management setup).

(F2): Wireless Models Only: Toggles the internal wireless LAN and Bluetooth ON and OFF. When enabled, the wireless LAN LED will light. Windows software settings are necessary to use the wireless LAN or Bluetooth.

Filled Sun Icon (F5):

Decreases the display brightness

Open Sun Icon (F6):

Increases the display brightness LCD Icon (F7): Toggles the display panel ON and OFF. This also stretches your screen

area (on certain models) to fill the entire display when using low resolution modes. LCD/Monitor Icons (F8): Toggles between the Notebook PC’s LCD display and an

external monitor in this series: Notebook PC LCD -> External Monitor -> Both. (This function does not work in 256 Colors, select High Color in Display Property Settings.)

IMPORTANT: Connect an external monitor before booting up the Notebook PC. Speaker Icons (F10):

Toggles the speakers ON and OFF (only in Windows OS)

Down Speaker Icon (F11):

Decreases the speaker volume (only in Windows OS)

Up Speaker Icon (F12):

Increases the speaker volume (only in Windows OS) Num Lk (Ins): Toggles the numeric keypad (number lock) ON and OFF. Allows you to

use a larger portion of the keyboard for number entering. Scr Lk (Del): Toggles the “Scroll Lock” ON and OFF. Allows you to use a larger portion

of the keyboard for cell navigation.

NOTE: Hot Keys work only on the Notebook PC’s own keyboard and not on any externally connected keyboards.

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Instant Launch Keys and Status Indicators

Instant Launch Keys

Email Launch Key

Pressing this button will launch your Email application while Windows is running.

Internet Launch Key

Pressing this button will launch your Internet browser application while Windows is running.

Power Gear Key

The Power Gear button toggles power savings ON or OFF. When power savings is activated, CPU speed and LCD brightness will be decreased. Power Gear will decrease power consumption even more if used together with Intel SpeedStep. Power Gear works only in battery mode and Intel SpeedStep will work in battery or AC mode but requires manual configuration to work in AC mode.

Pad-Lock Key

Pressing this button will lock your touchpad when using an external mouse. Locking the touchpad will prevent you from accidentally moving the cursor while typing. To enable the touchpad, simply press this button again.

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Right - Above KeyboardLeft - Above Keyboard

Status Indicators

Power Indicator

The green LED lights to indicate that the Notebook PC is turned ON and blink when the Notebook PC is in the Suspend-to-RAM (Standby) mode. This LED is OFF when the Notebook PC is OFF or in the Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation) mode.

Battery Charge Indicator

The battery charge indicator is an LED that shows the status of the battery’s power as follows:

ON: The Notebook PC’s battery is charging Blinking: The Notebook PC’s battery power is lower than 10% Off: The Notebook PC’s battery is charged or completely drained

Email Indicator

Flashes when there is one or more new email(s) in your email program’s inbox. This function requires software setup and may not be currently configured on your Notebook PC. This function is designed for Microsoft email software only and may not work with email software from other companies.

Wireless LAN / Bluetooth Indicator (Optional)

Flashes when there are packets trasmitted or received by the internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth. This LED requires the optional internal wireless LAN or Bluetooth to function.

Drive Activity Indicator

Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device(s) such as the hard disk. The light flashes proportional to the access time.

Number Lock

Indicates that number lock [Num Lk] is activated when lighted. Number lock allows some of the keyboard letters to act as numbers for easier numeric data input.

Capital Lock

Indicates that capital lock [Caps Lock] is activated when lighted. Capital lock allows some of the keyboard letters to type using capitalized letters (e.g. A, B, C). When the capital lock light is OFF, the typed letters will be in the lower case form (e.g. a,b,c).

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Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad

The numeric keypad is embedded in the keyboard and consists of 15 keys that make number intensive input more convenient. These dual-purpose keys are labeled in orange on the key caps. Numeric assignments are located at the upper right hand corner of each key as shown in the figure. When the

numeric keypad is engaged by pressing board is connected, pressing the

keyboards simultaneously. To disable the numeric keypad while keeping the keypad on an external keyboard activated, press the

on the external keyboard enables/disables the NumLock on both

keys on the Notebook PC.

, the number lock LED lights up. If an external key-

NOTE: The large bold characters and symbols are printed here for your reference. They are not labeled on the keyboard as shown here.

Microsoft Windows™ Keys

There are two special Windows™ keys on the keyboard as described below.

The key with the Windows™ Logo activates the Start menu located at the bottom left of the Windows™ desktop.

The other key , that looks like a Windows™ menu with a small cursor, activates the properties menu and is equivalent to pressing the right mouse button on a Windows™ object.

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Keyboard as Cursors

The keyboard can be used as cursors while Number Lock is ON or OFF in order to increase navigation ease while entering numeric data in spreadsheets or similar applications.

With Number Lock OFF, press up, [Fn][K] for down, [Fn][U] for left, and [Fn][O] for right.

With Number Lock ON, use [Shift] and one of the cursor keys shown below. For example [Shift][8] for up, [Shift][K] for down, [Shift][U] for left, and [Shift][O] for right.

and one of the cursor keys shown below . For example [Fn][8] for

NOTE: The large bold characters and symbols are printed here for your reference. They are not labeled on the keyboard as shown here.

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Pointing Device Optical Drive PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket Modem and Network Connections IR Wireless Communication AC Power System Battery Power System Power Management Modes System Memory Expansion Hard Disk Drive Upgrades Processor Upgrades

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Pointing Device

The Notebook PC’s integrated touchpad pointing device is fully compatible with all two/three-button and scrolling knob PS/2 mice. The touchpad is pressure sensitive and contains no moving parts; therefore, mechanical failures can be avoided. A device driver is still required for working with some application software.

Right Click

Scroll Down

Left Click

Using the Touchpad

Light pressure with the tip of your finger is all that is required to operate the touchpad. Because the touchpad is electrostatic sensitive, objects cannot be used in place of your fingers. The touchpad’s primary function is to move the cursor around or select items displayed on the screen with the use of your fingertip. The following illustrations demonstrate proper use of the touchpad.

Cursor Movement

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Moving the cursor - Place your finger in the center of the touchpad and do the following to move the cursor:

Up - Slide your finger forward Left - Slide you finger to the left Down - Slide your finger backward Right - Slide your finger to the right

Touchpad Usage Illustrations

Scroll Up Scroll Down

(press and hold the upper cursor button) (press and hold the lower cursor button)

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Clicking/T apping - With the cursor over an item, press the left button or use your fingertip to touch the touchpad lightly , keeping your finger on the touchpad until the item is selected. The selected item will change color. The following 2 examples produce the same results.

Clicking Tapping

(press the left cursor button and release) (lightly but rapidly strike the touchpad)

Double-clicking/Double-tapping - This is a common skill for launching a program directly from the corresponding icon you select. Move the cursor over the icon you wish to execute, press the left button or tap the pad twice in rapid succession, and the system launches the corresponding program. If the interval between the clicks or taps is too long, the operation will not be executed. You can set the double-click speed using the Windows Control Panel “Mouse.” The following 2 examples produce the same results.

Double-Clicking

(press the left button twice and release) (lightly but rapidly strike the touchpad twice)

Double-Tapping

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Dragging - Dragging means to pick up an item and place it anywhere on the screen you wish. You can move the cursor over the item you select, and while keeping the left button depressed, moving the cursor to the desired location, then release the button. Or, you can simply double-tap on the item and hold while dragging the item with your fingertip. The following 2 examples produce the same results.

Dragging-Clicking Dragging-Tapping

(hold left button and slide finger on touchpad)

NOTE: A software-controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation. Basic functions can be adjusted at the Windows control panel to allow comfortable clicking and tapping.

(lightly strike the touchpad twice, sliding finger

on touchpad during second strike)

Caring for the Touchpad

The touchpad is pressure sensitive. If not properly cared for, it can be easily damaged. Take note of the following precautions.

• Make sure the touchpad does not come into contact with dirt, liquids or grease.

• Do not touch the touchpad if your fingers are dirty or wet.

• Do not rest heavy objects on the touchpad or the touchpad buttons.

• Do not scratch the touchpad with your finger nails or any hard objects.

NOTE: The touchpad responds to movement not to force. There is no need to tap the surface too hard. T apping too hard does not increase the responsiveness of the touchpad. The touchpad responds best to light pressure.

Optical Drive

Inserting an optical disc

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1. While the Notebook PC’s power is ON, press the drive’s eject button and the tray will eject out partially.

3. Hold the disc by the edge and face the disc’ s printed side up. Push down on both sides of the disc’s center until the disc snaps onto the hub. The hub should be higher than the disc

when correctly mounted.

2. Gently pull on the drive’s front panel and slide the tray completely out. Be careful not to touch the CD drive lens and other mechanisms. Make sure there are no obstructions that may get jammed under the drive’s tray.

4. Slowly push the drive’s tray back in. The drive will begin reading the table of contents (TOC) on the disc. When the drive stops, the disc is ready to be used.

NOTE: It is normal to hear as well as feel the CD spinning with great intensity in the CD drive while data is read.

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Using the Optical Drive

Optical discs and equipment must be handled with care because of the precise mechanics involved. Keep in mind the important safety instructions from your CD suppliers. Unlike desktop optical drives, the Notebook PC uses a hub to hold the CD in place regardless of the angle. When inserting a CD, it is important that the CD be pressed onto the center hub or else the optical drive tray will scratch the CD.

WARNING! If the CD disc is not properly locked onto the center hub, the CD can be damaged when the tray is closed. Always watch the CD closely while closing the tray slowly to prevent damage.

A CD drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a CD disc in the drive. After the CD is properly inserted, data can be accessed just like with hard disk drives; except that nothing can be written to or changed on the CD. Using the proper software, a CD-RW drive or DVD+CD-RW drive can allow CD-RW discs to be used like a hard drive with writing, deleting, and editing capabilities.

Vibration is normal for all high-speed optical drives due to unbalanced CDs or CD print. To decrease vibration, use the Notebook PC on an even surface and do not place labels on the CD.

Listening to Audio CD

The optical drives can play audio CDs, but only the DVD-ROM drive can play DVD audio. Insert the audio CD and Windows™ automatically opens an audio player and begins playing. Depending on the DVD audio disc and installed software, it may require that you open a DVD player to listen to DVD audio. You can adjust the volume using hotkeys or Windows™ speaker icon on the taskbar.

DVD-ROM Drive Information

The Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to view DVD titles, you must install your own DVD viewer software. Optional DVD viewer software may be purchased with this Notebook PC. The DVD-ROM drive allows the use of both CD and DVD discs.

Definitions

DVD, which stands for Digital Versatile Disc, is the next generation of optical disc storage technology . The DVD specification supports discs with capacities from 4.7GB to 17GB and access rates up to

22.16MBytes/s. The Notebook PC’ s DVD-ROM drive is only single-sided; double-sided DVD (8.5GB and higher) requires manually reversing the disc in order to access the reverse side.

DVD is essentially a bigger, faster CD that can hold video as well as audio and computer data. With these capacities and access rates, DVD discs can provide you with dramatically-enhanced high-color, full-motion videos, better graphics, sharper pictures, and Dolby experience. DVD aims to encompass home entertainment, computers, and business information with a single digital format, eventually replacing audio CD, videotape, laserdisc, CD-ROM, and perhaps even video game cartridges. DVD has widespread support from all major electronics companies, all major computer hardware companies, and most major movie and music studios.

Digital Surround for a theater-like

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Regional Playback Information

Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video, digital AC3 audio and decryption of CSS protected content. CSS (sometimes called copy guard) is the name given to the content protection scheme adopted by the motion picture industry to satisfy a need to protect against unlawful content duplication.

Although the design rules imposed on CSS licensors are many, one rule that is most relevant is playback restrictions on regionalized content. In order to facilitate geographically staggered movie releases, DVD video titles are released for specific geographic regions as defined in “Region Definitions” below. Copyright laws require that all DVD movies be limited to a particular region (usually coded to the region at which it is sold). While DVD movie content may be released for multiple regions, CSS design rules require that any system capable of playing CSS encrypted content must only be capable of playing one region.

NOTE: The region setting may be changed up to five times using the viewer software, then it can only play DVD movies for the last region setting. Changing the region code after that will require factory resetting which is not covered by warranty . If resetting is desired, shipping and resetting costs will be at the expense of the user.

Region Definitions Region 1

Canada, US, US Territories

Region 2

Czech, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Gulf States, Hungary, Iceland, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Turkey, UK, Greece, Former Yugoslav Republics, Slovakia

Region 3

Burma, Indonesia, South Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam

Region 4

Australia, Caribbean (Except US Territories), Central America, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, South America

Region 5

CIS, India, Pakistan, Rest of Africa, Russia, North Korea

Region 6

China

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PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket

The Notebook PC supports PC Cards (or sometimes referred to as PCMCIA cards) to allow expansion like PCI cards on desktop computers. This allows you to customize your Notebook PC to meet a wide range of application needs. The PCMCIA socket can interface with type I or type II PC cards. PC cards are about the size of a few stacked credit cards and have a 68-pin connector at one end. The PC Card standard accommodates a number of function, communication, and data storage expansion options. PC cards come in memory/flash cards, fax/modems, networking adapters, SCSI adapters, MPEG I/II decoder cards, Smart Cards, and even wireless modem or LAN cards. The Notebook PC supports PCMCIA

2.1, and 32bit CardBus standards. The three different PC Card standards actually have different thicknesses. Type I cards are 3.3mm,

T ype II cards are 5mm, and Type III cards are 10.5mm thick. Type I and T ype II cards can be used in a single socket and T ype III cards take up two sockets. Type III cards are only supported on Notebook

PC’s with two PC card sockets.

32-bit CardBus Support

CardBus support allows PC Cards and their hosts to use 32-bit bus mastering and operate at speeds of up to 33MHz, transferring data in burst modes comparable with PCI’s 132MB/sec. By comparison, the standard 16-bit PC Card bus can handle only 20MB/sec. Since the Notebook PC is equipped with CardBus broader and faster data pathway , it can handle bandwidth-hungry operations, such as 100Mbps Fast Ethernet, Fast SCSI peripherals, and ISDN-based video conference. The CardBus peripherals support plug and play.

The CardBus socket is backward-compatible with 16-bit PC Cards serving at 5 volts operation while CardBus operates at 3.3 volts to reduce power consumption.

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Inserting a PC Card (PCMCIA)

1. If there is a PC Card socket protector, remove it using the “Removing a PC Card” instructions below.

2. Insert the PC card with the connector side first and label side up. Standard PC cards will be flush with the Notebook PC when fully inserted.

3. Carefully connect any cables or adapters needed by the PC card. Usually connectors can only be inserted in one orientation. Look for a sticker, icon, or marking on one side of the connector representing the top side.

Be sure the PC card is

level when inserting.

Removing a PC Card (PCMCIA)

T o remove the PC card, first remove all cables or adapters attached to the PC card, then double-click the PC card icon on the Windows taskbar and stop the PC card you want to remove.

1. Press in the toggle eject button and release. The recessed spring loaded toggle button will extend when pushed in and released.

2. Press the extended button again to eject the PC Card. Carefully pull the ejected PC card out of the socket.

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Modem and Network Connections

The built-in modem and network model comes with both an RJ-11 and an RJ-45 port. RJ-11 telephone cables have two or four wires and are used to connect telephones to telephone outlets found in the walls of residential homes and some commercial buildings (some commercial buildings may have telephone wiring designed for dedicated phone systems that may not be compatible). RJ-45 network cables are found connecting network computers to network hubs or switches usually found in business environments.

NOTE: The built-in modem and network cannot be installed later as an upgrade. Modem and/or network can be installed as a PC card (PCMCIA).

WARNING! Only use analog telephone outlets. The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in digital phone systems. Do not connect the RJ-11 to digital phone systems found in many commercial buildings or else damage will occur!

Modem Connection

The telephone wire used to connect the Notebook PC’s internal modem should have either two or four wires (only two wires (telephone line #1) is used by the modem) and should have an RJ-11 connector on both ends. Connect one end to the modem port and the other end to an analog telephone wall socket (the ones found in residential buildings). Once the driver is setup, the modem is ready to use.

NOTE: When you are connected to an online service, do not place the Notebook PC in suspend (or sleep mode) or else you will disconnect the modem connection.

Modem Protocols

The Notebook PC with internal modem complies with JA TE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, T aiwan, and others), and CTR21 (see related pages for supported countries) for almost worldwide protocol support.

CAUTION: For electrical safety concerns, only use telephone cables rated 26AWG or higher. (see Glossary for more information)

T elephone cables

with RJ-11 connectors

Telephone

Wall Jack

This is an example of the Notebook PC connected to a telephone jack for use with the built-in modem.

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Network Connection

Connect a network cable, with RJ-45 connectors on each end, to the modem/network port on the Notebook PC and the other end to a hub or switch. For 100BASE-TX speeds, your network cable must be category 5 (not category 3) with twisted-pair wiring. If you plan on running the interface at 100Mbps, it must be connected to a 100BASE-TX hub (not a 100BASE-T4 hub). For 10Base-T , use category 3, 4, or 5 twisted-pair wiring. Duplex transfers (up to 200Mbps) is supported on this Notebook PC but requires connection to a switch with “duplex” enabled. The software default is to use the fastest setting so no user-intervention is required.

Twisted-Pair Cable

The cable used to connect the Ethernet card to a host (generally a Hub or Switch) is called a straightthrough Twisted Pair Ethernet (TPE). The end connectors are called RJ-45 connectors, which are not compatible with RJ-11 telephone connectors. If connecting two computers together without a hub in between, a crossover twisted-pair is required.

This is an example of the Notebook PC connected to a Network Hub or Switch for use with the built-in Ethernet controller.

Network cable with

RJ-45 connectors

Network Hub or Switch

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IR Wireless Communication

The Notebook PC is equipped with a conveniently located Infrared (IR) Communication Port (see 2. Knowing the Parts for location). The IR port comes with IrDA (Infrared Data Association) Serial

Infrared Data Link Version 1.1 compliance, that allows you to perform point-to-point wireless communications. You can use a FIR-specified application to transmit or receive data files with other systems equipped with an infrared port. FIR (Fast Infrared) supports up to 4Mbps.

Guidelines for using IR communication

Follow the guidelines listed below when using the Infrared (IR) Communication:

• The angle between two Infrared communication ports should not exceed ±15˚.

• The distance between the Notebook PC’s IR and tar get device IR should not exceed 20 inches (50 cm).

• Do not move either the Notebook PC or the other device during transmission of data.

• An error may occur if IR transmission is conducted with high levels of noise or vibration.

• Avoid direct sunlight, flashing incandescent light, florescent light, and other infrared devices such as remote controls close to the infrared port.

Enabling Infrared

Windows infrared connection is called “Wireless Link” and should be enabled by default. Look for the icon in the Control Panel.

Windows ME

Windows 2000

Windows XP

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CAUTION! Disable the infrared communication when you are not using the IR for long periods because the IR consumes a great deal of Windows resources which will decrease the Notebook PC’s performance.

AC Power System

The Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system. The power adapter converts AC power from a wall outlet to the DC power required by the Notebook PC. The battery pack consists of a set of battery cells housed together. The AC Adapter’s primary function is to provide power to the Notebook PC which also charges the battery pack. When the power adapter is connected to the Notebook PC, it provides power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery at the same time as long as it is plugged into an electrical outlet.

CAUTION! To protect your Notebook PC from damage, use only the power adapter that came with this Notebook PC because each power adapter has its own power output ratings.

Battery Power System

The Notebook PC is designed to work with a removable battery pack located inside the battery pack compartment. A fully charged pack will provide several hours of battery life, which can be further extended by using power management features through the BIOS setup. The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard under the Windows environment, which allows the battery to accurately report the amount of charge percentage left in the battery. Additional battery packs are optional and can be purchased separately through a Notebook PC retailer. Before using the Notebook PC on battery power for the first time, check the battery icon in the Windows task bar to make sure that the battery is fully charged. Charging the battery takes a few hours when the Notebook PC is powered OFF.

Charging the Battery Pack

You can charge the battery pack by using the power adapter. When the power adapter is plugged in, the inserted battery pack automatically recharges whether your Notebook PC is ON or OFF. It takes a few hours to receive a full charge when the power is OFF but takes twice as long when the Notebook PC is in use. When the orange charge LED is flashing, charging is required. The battery is char ging when the orange LED is solid. When the LED is OFF, the battery pack is charged.

NOTE: The battery stops charging if the temperature is too high or the battery voltage is too high. BIOS provides a smart battery refreshing function.

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Using Battery Power

A fully-charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours of working power. But the actual figure varies depending on how you use the power saving features, your general work habits, the CPU, system memory size, and the size of the display panel.

Checking Battery Power

To check the remaining battery power, move your cursor over the power icon. The power icon is a “battery” when not using AC power and a “plug” when using AC power. Double click on the icon for more information and settings.

Move your mouse over the battery icon for remaining power information.

Left-click the battery icon for power management settings.

NOTE: If you ignore the low battery warning, eventually the Notebook PC enters suspend mode (Windows default uses STR).

WARNING! Suspend-to-RAM (STR) does not last long when the battery power is depleted. Suspend-to-Disk (STD) is not the same as power OFF. STD requires a small amount of power and will fail if no power is available due to complete battery depletion or no power supply (e.g. removing both the power adapter and battery pack).

Right-click the battery icon for submenus.

When the AC power is connected, charging status will be shown.

WARNING! Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the power is ON, or if the system has not yet entered into the suspend mode as this may result in the data loss.

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Power Management Modes

The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). You can control some of these features through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. ACPI power management settings are made through the operating system. The power management features are designed to save as much electricity as possible by putting components into a low power consumption mode as often as possible but also allow full operation on demand. These low power modes are referred to as “Stand by” (or Suspend-to-RAM) and “Hibernation” mode or Suspend-to-Disk (STD). The Standby mode is a simple function provided by the operating system. When the Notebook PC is in either one of the power saving modes, the status will be shown by the following: “Stand by”: Power LED Blinks and “Hibernation”: Power LED OFF.

Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance

The Notebook PC operates in Full Power mode when the power management function is disabled by configuring Windows power management and SpeedStep. When the Notebook PC is operating in Full Power Mode, the Power LED remains ON. If you are conscious of both system performance and power consumption, select “Maximum Performance” instead of disabling all power management features.

ACPI

Advanced Configuration and Power Management (ACPI) was developed by Intel, Microsoft, and T oshiba especially for Windows and later to control power management and Plug and Play features. ACPI is the new standard in power management for Notebook PCs. If installing Windows 98 using a BIOS dated 12/1/1999 or later, ACPI is automatically installed.

NOTE: APM was used in older operating systems like Windows NT4 and Windows 98. Because newer operating systems like Windows 2000 and Windows ME utilize ACPI, APM is no longer fully supported on this Notebook PC.

Suspend Mode

In “Stand by” (STR) and “Hibernation” (STD), the CPU clock is stopped and most of the Notebook PC devices are put in their lowest active state. The suspend mode is the lowest power state of the Notebook PC. The Notebook PC enters suspend mode when the system remains idle for a specified amount of time or manually using the [Fn][F1] keys. The Power LED blinks when the Notebook PC is in STR mode. In STD mode, the Notebook PC will appear to be powered OFF. Recover from STR by pressing any

keyboard button (except Fn). Recover from STD by using the power switch (just like powering ON the Notebook PC).

4 Using the Notebook PC

Power Savings

In addition to reducing the CPU clock, this mode puts devices including the LCD backlight in their lower active state. The Notebook PC enters “Stand by” mode (low priority) when the system remains idle for a specified amount of time. The timeout can be set through BIOS setup (lower priority) and Windows power management (higher priority). To resume system operation, press any key.

Power State Summary

STATE ENTRY EVENT EXIT EVENT

“Stand by” • “Stand by” through Windows Start button, • Any device

• Timer as set though “Power Management” • Battery low in Windows Control Panel (higher priority)

STR (“Stand by”) • Ring indicator • Hotkey [Fn][F1]

(Suspend-to-RAM)

STD (“Hibernate”) • Power button • Hotkey [Fn][F1]

(Suspend-to-Disk)

Soft OFF • Power button (can be defined as STR or STD) • Power button

• Power button

• Battery Extremely Low

• “Shut down” through Windows Start button

Thermal Power Control

There are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC’s thermal state. These power control cannot be configured by the user and should be known in case the Notebook PC should enter these states. The following temperatures represent the chassis temperature (not CPU).

• The fan turns ON for active cooling when the temperature reaches the safe upper limit.

• The CPU decreases speed for passive cooling when the temperature exceeds the safe upper limit.

• The system shut down for critical cooling when temperature exceeds the maximum safe upper limit.

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System Memory Expansion

Additional memory is optional and not required to use the Notebook PC. Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. This is more noticeable on newer software that require more and more system resources. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is installed. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability . Visit an authorized service center or retailer for upgrades.

This illustration is only an example and will not reflect the memory used in your Notebook PC.

Hard Disk Drive Upgrades

Hard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and CDROM drives. Enhanced IDE drives provide a reliable, fast, and cost-effective mass storage solution in the PC storage industry. The high speed transfer modes supported are UltraATA/100 up to 100MB/sec and PIO mode 4 up to 16.6MB/sec. The Notebook PC comes with a removable 2.5” (6.35cm) wide and .374” (.95cm) high UltraATA/100/66 IDE hard disk drive with current capacities up to 80GB. Current IDE hard drives support S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) to detect hard disk errors or failures before they happen. Visit an authorized service center or retailer for upgrades.

Improper handling during transit may damage the hard disk drive. Handle the Notebook PC carefully and keep it away from static electricity and strong vibrations or impact. The hard disk drive is the most sensitive component of the Notebook PC and will likely be the first or only component that is damaged if the Notebook PC is dropped.

Processor Upgrades

This Notebook PC features an upgradable processor for faster performance. V isit an authorized service center or retailer for upgrades.

WARNING! End-user removal of the CPU or hard disk drive will void the warranty.

Appendix

Optional Accessories Optional Connections Internal Modem Compliancy Glossary Notebook PC Information

A Appendix

Optional Accessories

These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC.

PortBar

If you require a simple inexpensive docking solution, just use a PortBar to connect your desktop devices and then quickly connect or disconnect all the devices through a single easy-to-use connector. The PortBar’s Plug & Play feature allows it to be connected or disconnected while the Notebook PC is ON or OFF (hot-dockable). Except for the device connected to the serial port, other devices should function normally while hot-dockable. If any device does not function or cannot be seen, you can refresh devices by: (1) right clicking the “My Computer” icon on the desktop, (2) selecting “Properties” on the menu, (3) selecting the “Device Manager” tab, (4) clicking the “Refresh” button, and (5) clicking “OK” button to finish.

Press both sides to release

Docking

Monitor Port

Connector

USB Ports (4)

LAN (RJ-45)

Parallel Port

65W DC Power Pass Through to Notebook PC

USB Hub

Attaching an optional USB hub will increase your USB ports and allow you to quickly connect or disconnect many USB peripherals through a single cable.

Attach cable here when transporting.

Portbar III shown here

Appendix A

Optional Accessories (Cont.)

These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC.

Wireless LAN Cardbus Card or USB

The SpaceLink™ Cardbus Card is a dual band (IEEE 802.11a/b) wireless LAN adapter that fits into a Notebook PC’s PCMCIA Type II slot with Cardbus support. The USB version is single band (IEEE

802.11b) but supports any computer (Notebook or Desktop) with a USB port.

Wireless LAN (Cardbus Card) Wireless LAN (USB)

USB Flash Memory

A USB flash memory device can replace the slow

1.44MB floppy disk by with up to 128MB in highspeed durable storage that is compatible with all computers using the USB port.

USB Communication Cable

Attaching optional USB communication cables between computers through the USB ports will allow basic file transfer capabilities between the computers whether they be Notebook PC’s, Desktop PC’s, or a combination of both.

A Appendix

Optional Accessories (Cont.)

These items, if desired, come as optional items to complement your Notebook PC.

USB Floppy Disk Drive

The Notebook PC features an optional USB-interface disk drive that accepts a standard 1.44MB (or 720KB) 3.5-inch floppy diskette. The eject button is on the top edge of the floppy disk drive for easy access, unlike desktop PCs with the eject button on the bottom of the floppy disk drive. Floppy access activity can be monitored through the LED on the front of the floppy disk drive.

WARNING! To prevent system failures, use

taskbar before disconnecting the USB floppy disk drive. Eject the floppy disk before transporting the Notebook PC to prevent damage from shock.

(Safely Remove Hardware) on the

USB Keyboard and Mouse

Attaching an external USB keyboard will allow data entry to be more comfortable. Attaching an exter nal USB mouse will allow Windows navigation to be more comfortable. Both the external USB keyboard and mouse will work simultaneously with the Notebook PC’s built-in keyboard and touchpad.

Optional Connections

These items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties.

Monitor Out Connection

Attaching an optional VGA/LCD monitor is just like that of a standard desktop PC (some configurations may require additional display driver settings. You can view the Notebook PC display panel while simultaneously allowing others to view the external monitor. For large audiences, try you can connect a video projector to this port.

Appendix A

External Audio Connections

The Notebook PC provides easy access for connecting a stereo headphone or multi-channel amplifier, mono microphone, and a stereo audio source just like on many personal audio equipment.

A Appendix

Optional Connections (Cont.)

These items, if desired, may be purchased from third-parties.

IEEE1394 Connection

1394 is a high speed serial bus like SCSI but has simple connections and hot-plugging capabilities like USB. Up to 63 devices such as hard disk drives, scanners, removable drives, and digital cameras/ video cameras with an 1394 port can all be connected (more 1394 devices can be connected using a 1394 hub). 1394 is also used in high-end digital equipment and should be marked “DV” for Digital V ideo port.

USB Printer Connection

This Notebook PC provides a USB port that allows you to connect inkjet/laser/dye printers and other USB printing devices. One or more USB printers can be simultaneously used on any USB port.

Securing Your Notebook PC

For system and hard disk drive security , see BIOS setup “Security”. A third party lock such as the ones by Kensington® can be used to secure your Notebook PC physically to an unmovable object. The cable wraps around an object and the “T” shaped end inserts into the Kensington® lock port as shown in this illustration and a key or combination dial is used to secure the lock in place.

Appendix A

Second Battery Pack (Optional)

The optical drive module can be removed to accommodate other modules such as a second battery pack.

A Appendix

Internal Modem Compliancy

The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, T aiwan), and CTR21. The internal modem has been approved in accordance with Council Decision 98/ 482/EC for pan-European single terminal connection to the public switched telephone network (PSTN). However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries, the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance.

Overview

On 4th August 1998 the European Council Decision regarding the CTR 21 has been published in the Official Journal of the EC. The CTR 21 applies to all non voice terminal equipment with DTMFdialling which is intended to be connected to the analogue PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network).

CTR 21 (Common Technical Regulation) for the attachment requirements for connection to the analogue public switched telephone networks of terminal equipment (excluding terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service) in which network addressing, if provided, is by means of dual tone multifrequency signalling.

Network Compatibility Declaration

Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the Notified Body and the vendor: "This declaration will indicate the networks with which the equipment is designed to work and any notified networks with which the equipment may have inter-working difficulties"

Network Compatibility Declaration

Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the user: "This declaration will indicate the networks with which the equipment is designed to work and any notified networks with which the equipment may have inter-working difficulties. The manufacturer shall also associate a statement to make it clear where network compatibility is dependent on physical and software switch settings. It will also advise the user to contact the vendor if it is desired to use the equipment on another network."

Up to now the Notified Body of CETECOM issued several pan-European approvals using CTR 21. The results are Europe's first modems which do not require regulatory approvals in each individual European country.

Non-Voice Equipment

Answering machines and loud-speaking telephones can be eligible as well as modems, fax machines, auto-dialers and alarm systems. Equipment in which the end-to-end quality of speech is controlled by regulations (e.g. handset telephones and in some countries also cordless telephones) is excluded.

Appendix A

This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.

Country Applied More Testing

Austria

Belgium Yes No Czech Republic No Not Applicable Denmark

Finland Yes No France Yes No Germany Yes No Greece Yes No Hungary No Not Applicable Iceland Yes No Ireland Yes No Italy Still Pending Still Pending Israel No No Lichtenstein Yes No Luxemburg Yes No The Netherlands Norway Yes No Poland No Not Applicable Portugal No Not Applicable Spain No Not Applicable Sweden Yes No Switzerland Yes No United Kingdom Yes No

Yes No

Yes Yes

This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http://www.cetecom.de/technologies/ctr_21.html

National requirements will apply only if the equipment may use pulse dialling (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which would make any additional testing superfluous).

In The Netherlands additional testing is required for series connection and caller ID facilities.

A Appendix

Glossary

ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface)

Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers.

APM (Advanced Power Management)

Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers.

AWG (American Wire Gauge)

Gauge Diam Area R I@3A/mm2 AWG (mm) (mm2) (ohm/km) (mA)

46 0.04 0.0013 13700 3.8 44 0.05 0.0020 8750 6 42 0.06 0.0028 6070 9 41 0.07 0.0039 4460 12 40 0.08 0.0050 3420 15 39 0.09 0.0064 2700 19 38 0.10 0.0078 2190 24 37 0.11 0.0095 1810 28

0.12 0.011 1520 33 36 0.13 0.013 1300 40 35 0.14 0.015 1120 45

0.15 0.018 970 54 34 0.16 0.020 844 60

0.17 0.023 757 68 33 0.18 0.026 676 75

0.19 0.028 605 85 32 0.20 0.031 547 93 30 0.25 0.049 351 147 29 0.30 0.071 243 212 27 0.35 0.096 178 288 26 0.40 0.13 137 378 25 0.45 0.16 108 477

Gauge Diam Area R I@3A/mm2 AWG (mm) (mm2) (ohm/km) (mA)

24 0.50 0.20 87.5 588

0.55 0.24 72.3 715

0.60 0.28 60.7 850

22 0.65 0.33 51.7 1.0 A

0.70 0.39 44.6 1.16 A

0.75 0.44 38.9 1.32 A

20 0.80 0.50 34.1 1.51 A

0.85 0.57 30.2 1.70 A

19 0.90 0.64 26.9 1.91 A

0.95 0.71 24.3 2.12 A

18 1.00 0.78 21.9 2.36 A

1.10 0.95 18.1 2.85 A

1.20 1.1 15.2 3.38 A

16 1.30 1.3 13.0 3.97 A

1.40 1.5 11.2 4.60 A

1.50 1.8 9.70 5.30 A

14 1.60 2.0 8.54 6.0 A

1.70 2.3 7.57 6.7 A

13 1.80 2.6 6.76 7.6 A

1.90 2.8 6.05 8.5 A

12 2.00 3.1 5.47 9.4 A

NOTE: This table is for general reference only and should not be used as a source of the American Wire Gauge standard as this table may not be current or complete.

Appendix A

BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)

BIOS is a set of routines that affect how the computer transfers data between computer components, such as memory, disks, and the display adapter. The BIOS instructions are built into the computer’s read-only memory. BIOS parameters can be configured by the user through the BIOS Setup program. The BIOS can be updated using the provided utility to copy a new BIOS file into the EEPROM.

Bit (Binary Digit)

Represents the smallest unit of data used by the computer. A bit can have one of two values: 0 or 1.

Boot

Boot means to start the computer operating system by loading it into system memory . When the manual instructs you to “boot” your system (or computer), it means to turn ON your computer . “Reboot” means to restart your computer. When using W indows 95 or later, selecting “Restart” from “Start | Shut Down...” will reboot your computer.

Bus Master IDE

PIO (Programmable I/O) IDE requires that the CPU be involved in IDE access and waiting for mechanical events. Bus master IDE transfers data to/from the memory without interrupting the CPU. Bus master IDE driver and bus master IDE hard disk drives are required to support bus master IDE mode.

Byte (Binary Term)

One byte is a group of eight contiguous bits. A byte is used to represent a single alphanumeric character, punctuation mark, or other symbol.

Clock Throttling

Chipset function which allows the processor’s clock to be stopped and started at a known duty cycle. Clock throttling is used for power savings, thermal management, and reducing processing speed.

COM Port

COM is a logical device name used by to designate the computer serial ports. Pointing devices, modems, and infrared modules can be connected to COM ports. Each COM port is configured to use a different IRQ and address assignment.

CPU (Central Processing Unit)

The CPU, sometimes called “Processor,” actually functions as the “brain” of the computer. It interprets and executes program commands and processes data stored in memory.

Device Driver

A device driver is a special set of instructions that allows the computer’s operating system to communicate with devices such as VGA, audio, Ethernet, printer, or modem.

Hardware

Hardware is a general term referring to the physical components of a computer system, including peripherals such as printers, modems, and pointing devices.

A Appendix

IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics)

IDE devices integrate the drive control circuitry directly on the drive itself, eliminating the need for a separate adapter card (in the case for SCSI devices). UltraDMA/66 or 100 IDE devices can achieve up to 33MB/Sec transfer.

IEEE1394

Also known as iLINK (Sony) or FireWire (Apple). IEEE1394 is a high speed serial bus like SCSI but has simple connections and hot-plugging capabilities like USB. The interface IEEE1394 has a bandwidth of 400-1000 Mbits/sec and can handle up to 63 units on the same bus. It is very likely that IEEE1394, together with USB, will replace Parallel, IDE, SCSI, and EIDE ports. IEEE1394 is also used in high-end digital equipment and should be marked “DV” for Digital Video port.

Infrared Port (IrDA)

The infrared (IrDA) communication port allows convenient wireless data communication with infrared-equipped devices or computers up to 4 Mbits/sec. This allows easy wireless synchronization with PDAs or mobile phones and even wireless printing to printers. If your office supports IrDA networking, you can have wireless connection to a network anywhere provided there is a direct line of sight to an IrDA node. Small offices can use IrDA technology to share a printer between several closely placed Notebook PCs and even send files to each other without a network.

Kensington® Locks

Kensington® locks (or compatible) allow the Notebook PC to be secured usually using a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object. Some security products may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved.

LPT Port (Line Printer Port)

Logical device name reserved by DOS for the computer parallel ports. Each LPT port is configured to use a different IRQ and address assignment.

PCI Bus (Peripheral Component Interconnect Local Bus)

PCI bus is a specification that defines a 32-bit data bus interface. PCI is a standard widely used by expansion card manufacturers.

PC Cards (PCMCIA)

PC cards are about the size of a few stacked credit cards and have a 68-pin connector at one end. The PC Card standard accommodates a number of function, communication, and data storage expansion options. PC cards come in memory/flash cards, fax/modems, networking adapters, SCSI adapters, MPEG I/II decoder cards, and even wireless modem or LAN cards. The Notebook PC supports PCMCIA 2.1, and 32bit CardBus standards. The three different PC Card standards actually have different thicknesses. T ype I cards are 3.3mm, Type II cards are 5mm, and Type III cards are 10.5mm thick. T ype I and Type II cards can be used in a single socket. T ype III cards take up two sockets and must be used on Notebook PCs with two sockets.

Appendix A

POST (Power On Self Test)

When you turn on the computer, it will first run through the POST, a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests. The POST checks system memory, the motherboard circuitry, the display, the keyboard, the diskette drive, and other I/O devices.

PS/2 Port

PS/2 ports are based on IBM Micro Channel Architecture. This type of architecture transfers data through a 16-bit or 32-bit bus. A PS/2 mouse and/or keyboard may be used on ATX motherboards.

RAM (Random Access Memory)

There are several different types of RAM such as DDR (Double Dynamic RAM), DRAM (Dynamic RAM), EDO DRAM (Extended Data Output DRAM), SDRAM (Synchronous DRAM).

ROM (Read Only Memory)

ROM is nonvolatile memory used to store permanent programs (called firmware) used in certain computer components. Flash ROM (or EEPROM) can be reprogrammed with new programs (or BIOS).

Suspend Mode

In Save-to-RAM (STR) and Save-to-Disk (STD), the CPU clock is stopped and most of the Notebook PC devices are put in their lowest active state. The Notebook PC enters Suspend when the system remains idle for a specified amount of time or manually using the function keys. The timeout setting of both Hard Disk and V ideo can be set by the BIOS Setup. The Power LED blinks when the Notebook PC is in STR mode. In STD mode, the Notebook PC will appear to be powered OFF.

System Disk

A system disk contains the core file of an operating system and is used to boot up the operating system.

Twisted-Pair Cable

UltraDMA/66 or 100

UltraDMA/66 or 100 are new specifications to improve IDE transfer rates. Unlike traditional PIO mode, which only uses the rising edge of IDE command signal to transfer data, UltraDMA/66 or 100 uses both rising edge and falling edge.

USB (Universal Serial Bus)

A new 4-pin serial peripheral bus that allows plug and play computer peripherals such as keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, printer and modem/ISDN to be automatically configured when they are attached physically without having to install drivers or reboot. With USB, the traditional complex cables from back panel of your PC can be eliminated.

A Appendix

Notebook PC Information

This page is provided for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference or for technical support. Keep this User’s Manual in a secured location if passwords are filled out.

Owner’s Name:__________________________ Owner’s Telephone: ________________

Manufacturer: ______________________________________ Model: ________________

Retailer: ______________________________________ Telephone: ________________

Display Size:_________ Purchase Date: _________ Serial Number: ________________

Hard Disk Drive Manufacturer: ______________________Capacity: ________________

2nd Hard Disk Drive Manufacturer:___________________Capacity: ________________

BIOS V ersion:_______________________________________ Date: ________________

Accessories: _______________________________ Serial Number: ________________

Software

Operating System: ________________________________ Version: ________________

Software: __________________________________ Serial Number: ________________

Security

Supervisor Password: _______________________ User Password: ________________

Network

User’s Name: ____________Password: ______________ Domain: ________________

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