EUROCOM 8500 Owner's Manual

Notice

Updating or revising this manual or making any changes to the information herein will be initiated when the company deems it necessary. The company reserves the right to take the abovementioned actions and is under no obligation to notify any per son of such actions in advance or afterwards.

1997

Trademarks

IBM PC, OS/2, PS/2, EGA, and VGA are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.

Intel, Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation. MS-DOS, Microsoft Windows, Windows NT and Microsoft Mouse

are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Sound Blaster Pro is a trademark of Creative Labs, Inc. SystemSoft is a registered trademark of SystemSoft Corp. Other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective

companies.

FCC Notice

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

• 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.

CE – Certificate

This equipment is in compliance with the requirements of the following regulation:

EN 55 022: CLASS B

Warranty Provisions

Keep the product’s bar code legible to protect your right for warranty services.

The manufacturer warrants this personal computer to be in working order for a period of one year from the date of shipment. If this product fails to be in working order during the one year warranty period, the manufacturer will, with its option, repair or replace the product at no charge except as set forth below.

Warranty service will be furnished on an exchange basis. The manufacturer may repair or replace your product with a new or reconditioned one. Any replaced components or parts become the property of the manufacturer.

No warranty is expressed or implied for products damaged by accident, abuse, misuse, acts of god, or un-authorized modification. No warranties apply after the one year warranty period.

To obtain warranty service described herein, deliver the product along with proof of purchase date, to any of the manufacturer’s authorized distributors during the warranty period. The owner agrees to insure the product and assume the risk of damage or loss in transit, to pay in advance all shipping charges, and to use the original shipping container (or the equivalent).

The manufacturer is not liable to any purchaser for damage, lost revenue, lost wages, lost savings, or any other incidental or consequential damages arising from the purchase or use of the product or inability to use it.

Important Safety Instructions

Please read and follow these important instructions.

1. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this product.

2. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning it or connecting peripheral devices.

3. Use a damp cloth with mild soap to clean this product. Do not apply cleaner directly to the unit. Do not use volatile or abrasive cleaners on this product.

4. Do not place this product on an unstable surface where it may fall.

5. Do not block or cover the system’s ventilation openings. Also, never place this product near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless adequate ventilation is provided.

6. Operate this product in accordance with its rated power specifications. If you are unsure of your local power specifications, consult your dealer or local power company.

7. This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug. This is an important safety feature; do not defeat its purpose. If you do not have access to such power, have a qualified electrician install a proper outlet.

8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where persons will likely walk on the cord.

9. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure the total current drawn by the products plugged into the extension cord do not exceed the extension cord or outlet power ratings.

10. Do not allow foreign matter to enter the system.

11. Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose dangerous voltage points. Refer all repair work to qualified service personnel.

12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet, do not operate it, and immediately seek proper servicing if:

• The power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

• Liquid or foreign matter has entered this product.

• This product has been exposed to rain or water.

• This product has been dropped or damaged.

• This product exhibits a distinct change in performance,

indicating a need for service.

13. Do not use any battery pack other than the one specifically designed for this system. Batteries may explode or leak if exposed to fire or improperly handled or guarded. Refer battery replacement to your dealer or qualified service personnel.

14. Only use UL listed/CSA certified, type SVT/SJT power cords rated 6A 250V minimum (VDE approved or equivalent). It should be a detachable type with a minimum length of 6 feet.

15. Adjust only those controls that are covered by these operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in serious damage to the system which is not covered by the warranty.

Conventions

This manual uses the following conventions to describe, identify, and highlight terms and operating procedures.

Text Conventions

Text in boldface contains messages that are important for safe operation. Please read.

Characters in boldface represent specific items or keys, e.g. CardBus, Fn key.

File names are presented in bold capitals, e.g. A:\>0VMAKFIL /Pn.

Abbreviations

For the purpose of clarity, abbreviations are enclosed in parentheses following their definition; for example, Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) mode.

Icons

Icons identify ports and jacks of the Notebook computer. The system status indicators are also identified with their relative icons.

Keys

Keys appear in boldface. A plus sign (+) between two keys indicates that they should be pressed simultaneously.

Messages

Note: A note is an advice that helps you make best use of your

Notebook computer. Please read.

Ergonomics

Developing good work habits is important for you if you need to work in front of the computer for a long period of time. Improper work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or other joints. Following are some tips to reduce the strain:

¦ Adjust the height of the chair and/or desk so that the keyboard

is at or slightly below the level of your elbow. Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands in a relaxed position.

¦ Your kne es should be slightly higher than your hips. Place your

feet flat on the floor or on a footrest if necessary.

¦ Use a chair with back and adjust it to support your lower back

comfortably.

¦ Sit straight so that your knees, hips and elbows form

approximately 90° angles when you work.

Lighting

Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue in your neck and shoulders.

¦ Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead

lighting or outside sources of light.

¦ Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and

contrast to levels that allow you to see the screen clearly.

¦ Position the display directly in front of you at a comfortable

viewing distance.

¦ Adjust the display viewing angle to find the best position.

In addition, continuous concentration on computing work can result in discomfort and injury. Remember to:

¦ Alter your posture frequently. ¦ Stretch and exercise your body several times a day. ¦ Take periodic breaks when you work at the computer for long

periods of time. Frequent and short breaks are of greater benefit than fewer and longer breaks.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Unpacking...................................................................................1-2

Operating Environment............................................................1-3

Quick Starting-up.......................................................................1-4

Powering the System.......................................................1-4

AC Power Adapt er ..................................................1-4

Battery Pack.............................................................1-5

Inserting ...........................................................1-5

Removing.........................................................1-5

Recharging by AC Power..............................1-6

Proper Handling of the Battery Pack...........1-6

Opening the LCD Cover..................................................1-7

Top-Front View..........................................................................1-8

LCD Panel.........................................................................1-8

Stereo Speakers...............................................................1-8

Trackpad and Buttons .....................................................1-8

Keyboard ...........................................................................1-8

System Status LED Indicators .......................................1-8

Microphone........................................................................1-8

System Status Indication..........................................................1-10

LED Indicators on the LCD Cover.................................1-10

LED Indicators on the Top Panel...................................1-11

Button .................................................................................1-11

Rear View...................................................................................1-13

AC-in Socket.....................................................................1-13

Security Connector...........................................................1-13

Parallel Port.......................................................................1-13

S-video Jack......................................................................1-13

RCA Jack...........................................................................1-13

Expansion Port.................................................................1-13

Dual USB Ports.................................................................1-13

Serial Port..........................................................................1-13

External Monitor (CRT) Port...........................................1-14

Dual PS/2 Type Ports......................................................1-14

Right-side View..........................................................................1-15

PC Card Sockets..............................................................1-15

2.5” Hard Disk Drive.........................................................1-15

3.5” Floppy Diskette Drive...............................................1-15

Speaker-out Jack .............................................................1-15

Line-in Jack.......................................................................1-15

Microphone-in Jack..........................................................1-15

Ventilation..........................................................................1-16

Right-side Stand ...............................................................1-16

Left-side View............................................................................1-17

5.25” CD-ROM Drive .......................................................1-17

Infrared...............................................................................1-17

Left-side Stand..................................................................1-17

Chapter 2: Operation

Upgrading CPU..........................................................................2-2

Replacing CPU.................................................................2-2

Jumper Settings.........................................................................2-3

For P54C...........................................................................2-3

For P55C...........................................................................2-4

Setting DIP Switch....................................................................2-5

CPU Core Frequency......................................................2-5

Flash ROM BIOS..............................................................2-6

Accessing DIP Switch .............................................2-6

CPU Core Voltage............................................................2-8

Accessing DIP Switch .............................................2-8

CPU I/O Voltage...............................................................2-9

Accessing DIP Switch .............................................2-9

Expanding Memory...................................................................2-10

Installing Memory Module ...............................................2-12

Removing Memory Module.............................................2-13

Using Hard Disk Drive ..............................................................2-14

Removing...........................................................................2-14

Inserting .............................................................................2-14

Using Floppy Diskette Drive ....................................................2-15

Inserting/Removing Diskettes.........................................2-15

Replacing Floppy Disk Drive ..........................................2-16

Using CD-ROM..........................................................................2-17

Removing CD-ROM Module...........................................2-18

Loading Compact Discs..................................................2-19

Handling of Compact Discs............................................2-20

Using PC Card Sockets............................................................2-21

Inserting PC Cards...........................................................2-22

Removing PC Cards........................................................2-22

Using Hot Keys ..........................................................................2-23

Using Numeric Keypad.............................................................2-25

Windows 95 Special Keys........................................................2-26

Application Key.................................................................2-26

Windows Key....................................................................2-26

TV-Output...................................................................................2-27

LCD Panel..................................................................................2-28

Using Power Management......................................................2-29

Advanced Power Management (APM 1.2)...................2-29

Advanced Configuration and Power Interface

(ACPI) ..............................................................................2-29

Global Standby.................................................................2-30

Suspend and Resume.....................................................2-30

Powered On Suspend (POS)................................2-31

Resume from POS Mode.......................................2-31

Suspend To RAM (STR) ........................................2-31

Resume from STR Mode .......................................2-31

Suspend To Disk (STD) .........................................2-32

Resume from STD Mode .......................................2-32

Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities

Power On Self Test (POST) ....................................................3-2

POST Message: Normal Operation...............................3-2

POST Message: Error Detected....................................3-3

System Configuration Utility....................................................3-4

Information in the System Configuration Utility...........3-4

Invoking the System Configuration Utility.....................3-5

Working with the Menu Bar of the SCU........................3-6

Working with the Pull -down Menu of the SCU.............3-7

Features of the System Configuration Utility...............3-8

Startup Menu............................................................3-8

Memory Menu..........................................................3-10

Disks Menu...............................................................3-11

Components Menu ..................................................3-13

Power Menu.............................................................3-16

Exit Menu..................................................................3-19

Chapter 4: Peripheral Devices

Attaching a Security Lock ........................................................4-2

Attaching a Parallel Printer......................................................4-3

Attaching a TV Set....................................................................4-4

Attaching a Video Input Device...............................................4-5

Attaching a USB-compatible Device......................................4-6

Attaching a Serial Mouse.........................................................4-7

Attaching an External Monitor (CRT).....................................4-8

Attaching a PS/2 Keyboard or Mouse....................................4-9

Appendix A: Specifications..................................................A-1

Appendix B: I/O Port Pin Assignments..........................B-1

Chapter 1: Getting Started 1-1

Chapter 1: Getting Started

This chapter provides a short introduction and tutorial that will familiarize you with the Notebook system and get you up and running quickly.

Unpacking...................................................................................1-2

Operating Environment............................................................1-3

Quick Starting-up.......................................................................1-4

Powering the System.......................................................1-4

AC Power Adapter ..................................................1-4