EUROCOM 8500-SE Owner's Manual
EUROCOM 8500 DeskNote
User’s Manual
This manual covers EUROCOM 8500P, 8500P3 and 8500C DeskNote™
models. All distinctions between models are covered throughout this
manual. Enjoy your EUROCOM 8500 DeskNote.
Notice
The company reserves the right to make an y updates revisions or changes
to the information contained herein as and when deemed necessary. The
company is under n o obligation to not ify any purchaser or end-user of such
actions in advance or afterwards .
1999
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International Business Machines Corporation.
Intel, Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
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SystemSoft is a registered trademark of SystemSoft Corp.
Other brand and product names are registered trademarks of their
respective companies.
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 : GETTING STARTED.................................................................1-1
NPACKING THE DESKNOTE
U
POWERING THE SYSTEM
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.............................................................................1-2
...................................................................................1-3
AC Power Adapter...........................................................................................1-3
Battery Pack.....................................................................................................1-4
Inserting................................................................................................................... 1-4
Removing................................................................................................................. 1-4
Recharging by AC Power......................................................................................... 1-5
Proper Handling of the Battery Pack........................................................................ 1-5
OPENING THE
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LCD C
OVER
..............................................................................1-6
LED Indicators on the LCD Cover..................................................................1-7
TOP-FRONT VIEW
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............................................................................................1-8
LCD Panel .......................................................................................................1-8
Stereo Speakers................................................................................................1-8
Trackpad and Buttons......................................................................................1-8
Keyboard..........................................................................................................1-8
Microphone..................................................................................................1-8
System Status LED Indicators.........................................................................1-9
Power Button...................................................................................................1-9
REAR VIEW
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RIGHT-SIDE VIEW
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LEFT-SIDE VIEW
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....................................................................................................1-11
..........................................................................................1-13
............................................................................................1-15
5.25” CD-ROM Drive ...................................................................................1-15
Infrared..........................................................................................................1-15
Left-side Stand...............................................................................................1-16
CHAPTER 2 : OPERATION............................................................................. 2-17
UPGRADING PROCESSOR MODULE
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ON
EUROCOM 8500P/3 D
ESKNOTE
.................................................................2-18
™.............................................................2-18
Replacing Processor Module.........................................................................2-19
UPGRADING PROCESSOR MODULE
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ON DESKNOTE
8500C ........................................................................................2-20
.................................................................2-20
Replacing Processor Module.........................................................................2-20
SETTING
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DIP S
WITCH
....................................................................................2-23
Accessing DIP Switch (SW1)........................................................................2-23
EXP ANDING MEMORY
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....................................................................................2-25
Accessing the Memory Sockets.....................................................................2-26
Installing Memory Module............................................................................2-27
Removing Memory Module...........................................................................2-28
USING HARD DISK DRIVE
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..............................................................................2-29
Removing.......................................................................................................2-29
Replacing Hard Disk Drive............................................................................2-30
USING FLOPPY DISK DRIVE
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...........................................................................2-31
Inserting/Removing Diskettes........................................................................2-31
Replacing Floppy Disk Drive........................................................................2-32
USING
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CD-ROM............................................................................................2-33
Removing CD-ROM Module........................................................................2-34
Loading Compact Discs.................................................................................2-35
Handling of Compact Discs ...........................................................................2-36
USING
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ARD SOCKETS
PC C
.............................................................................2-37
Inserting PC Cards.........................................................................................2-38
Removing PC Cards.......................................................................................2-38
USING HOT KEYS
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...........................................................................................2-39
Windows 95 Special Keys.............................................................................2-40
USING NUMERIC KEYPAD
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USING POWER MANAGEMENT
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..............................................................................2-41
........................................................................2-42
Advanced Power Management (APM 1.2)....................................................2-42
Global Standby..............................................................................................2-42
Hard Disk Standby.........................................................................................2-42
Suspend and Resume.....................................................................................2-43
Powered On Suspend (POS).................................................................................. 2-43
Resume from POS Mode ....................................................................................... 2-43
Suspend To Disk (STD)......................................................................................... 2-44
Resume from STD Mode....................................................................................... 2-44
ATTACHING PERIPHERAL DEVICES
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................................................................2-45
Attaching a Security Lock .............................................................................2-45
Attaching a Parallel Printer............................................................................2-46
Attaching a TV Set ........................................................................................2-47
Attaching a Video Input Device.....................................................................2-48
Attaching a USB-compatible Device.............................................................2-49
Attaching a Serial Mouse...............................................................................2-50
Attaching an External Monitor (CRT)...........................................................2-51
Attaching a PS/2 Keyboard or Mouse............................................................2-52
Attaching a Digital Camera ...........................................................................2-53
CHAPTER 3 : BIOS UTILITIES...................................................................... 3-54
POWER ON SELF TEST
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(POST).......................................................................3-55
POST Message: Normal Operation ...............................................................3-55
POST Message: Error Detected.....................................................................3-56
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION UTILITY
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.................................................................3-57
Information in the System Configuration Utility...........................................3-57
Initiating the System Configuration Utility ...................................................3-58
Working with the Menu Bar ..........................................................................3-59
Working with the Pull-down Menu................................................................3-60
Features of the System Configuration Utility ................................................3-61
Startup Menu ......................................................................................................... 3-61
Memory Menu....................................................................................................... 3-63
Disks Menu............................................................................................................ 3-64
Components Menu................................................................................................. 3-65
Power Menu........................................................................................................... 3-68
Exit Menu.............................................................................................................. 3-71
CHAPTER 4 : TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................. 4-1
BATTE RY
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POWER
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HARD DISK DRIVE
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FLOPPY DISK DRIVE
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HARDWARE INST ALLA TION
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LCD P
MEMORY MODULE
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PC C
BOOT PASSWORD
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AUDIO
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CD...................................................................................................................4-8
PRINTER
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ATI DVD P
..........................................................................................................4-2
.............................................................................................................4-3
...........................................................................................4-3
........................................................................................4-4
..............................................................................4-4
ANEL
.....................................................................................................4-5
...........................................................................................4-6
ARD
.........................................................................................................4-6
.............................................................................................4-7
..............................................................................................................4-7
...........................................................................................................4-9
LA Y (OPTION
) ................................................................................4-9
CHAPTER 5 : INSTALLING DRIVERS......................................................... 5-10
INSTALLING WINDOWS
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INSTALLING WINDOWS
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INSTALLING DRIVERS IN WINDOWS
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95..............................................................................5-11
98..............................................................................5-13
95...........................................................5-14
Step 1: Installing USB Driver........................................................................5-14
Step 2: Installing TXPATCH Driver..............................................................5-14
Step 3: Installing VGA Driver.......................................................................5-14
Step 4: Installing Audio Driver (1978S M2E)...............................................5-15
Step 5: Installing PCMCIA driver.................................................................5-15
Step 6: Installing Video-in Driver..................................................................5-16
Step 7: Installing ATI DVD Play Driver (Option).........................................5-16
Step 8: Using Infrared Wireless Communication...........................................5-16
INSTALLING DRIVERS IN WINDOWS
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NT 4.0 ...................................................5-17
Step 1: Installing VGA Driver.......................................................................5-17
Step 2: Installing Audio Driver (1978S M2E)...............................................5-17
INSTALLING DRIVERS IN WINDOWS
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98...........................................................5-18
Step 1: Installing VGA Driver.......................................................................5-18
Step 2: Installing Audio Driver (1978S M2E)...............................................5-18
Step 3: Installing PCMCIA Driver ................................................................5-19
Step 4: Installing Video-in Driver..................................................................5-19
Step 5: Installing ATI DVD Play Driver (Option).........................................5-19
APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................V
Safety Notice
The computer is a delic ate de vic e tha t req uir es c areful handling. Negl ig enc e
or mistaken use m ay cause serious damage. Bef ore you lear n to operate or
use this computer, you need to understand the instruction regarding safet y
handling.
The following mentions the incorrect handling that is ser iously inhibited. To
keep the computer f rom being damaged, please k eep these precautions i n
mind.
Do not turn off the power during
operation.
Do not turn off the peripheral device
when the light is on.
Do not place the computer on an
unstable surface.
Do not touch the poisonous liquid
when the LCD is broken.
Do not disassemble the computer
yourself.
Do not place anything heavy on the
computer.
Do not touch power cord with a wet
hand.
Keep the computer away from any
metal appliance.
Do not use a broken power cord.
Do not throw the computer or
accessories into fire.
The following mentions the acti ons that are im portant for your Desk Note. To
keep your DeskNote in excellent condition, please f ollow the instruction as
much as possible.
If there is unusual odor, heat or smoke,
unplug the power cord immediately.
Follow the airline instructions when
traveling with your DeskNote
.
Unplug the power cord when attaching
peripheral device.
Use the appropriate accessory model
of peripheral device for your
DeskNote
.
Maintain your computer regularly.
A
r
Do not place heavy things on the
power cord.
ffix tape to the contact plate while
putting the battery into keeping box.
The data is easy to lose in low powe
status.
Take a rest after a long time of work.
Please keep the computer away from
humid environment.
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 repres ent specific items or keys, e.g.
key.
File names are presented in bold capitals, e.g.
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 jack s of the Des kNote com puter. 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 simultan eously.
Messages
Note
: A note is an advice that helps you make best use of your
DeskNote
computer. Please read.
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CardBus, Fn
.
Ergonomics
Developing good work habits are important if you need to work in front of
your DeskNote
discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or
other joints. The following are some tips to reduce the strain:
Adjust the chair and des k to make your elbo w height near th e height of
"
keyboard. Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands in a relaxed position.
Your knees should be sli ghtly hi gher tha n your hips. Plac e your feet flat
"
on the floor or on a footrest if necessary.
Use a chair with a back and adjust it to support your lower back
"
comfortably.
Sit straight so that your k nees, hips and elbo ws form approxim ately 90°
"
angles when you are working.
for long periods of time. Improper work habits can result in
Lighting
Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce the eye
strain and muscle fatigue in your neck and shoulders.
Position the displa y to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting
"
or outside light sources.
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 yo u work at the computer f or long per iods of
"
time. Frequent and s hort breaks are of greater benef it than fewer and
longer breaks.
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 1-1
Chapter 1 : Getting Started
This chapter provides you with the introduction to the DeskNote
Computer. It will familiarize you to the DeskNote’s features, components,
operating environment and the power sources.
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Unpacking your DeskNote
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Features of the DeskNote
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Operating environment
!
Powering the system
Unpacking the DeskNote
Carefully unpack the DeskNote Computer and the included accessories
(Figure 1-1). If there is any discrepancy or problem, contact your dealer
immediately. Be sure to save the pack ing materials in the e vent that the
DeskNote needs to be shipped in the future. The shipping carton should
contain the following items:
❍ DeskNote computer
❍ CD with Drivers/Manuals
❍ PS/2 Y-Cable
❍ Carrying Bag
❍ Battery Pack
❍ Utilities Diskette
❍ Power Cord
❍ Power Adapter
Figure 1-1
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 1-3
Powering the System
!!!!
You can use the AC power adapter or batter y pack to power the com puter
system.
AC Power Adap ter
Use only the power adapter that comes with your computer. An incorrect
type of power adapter will cause damage to the computer and its
components.
1.
Plug the power adapter cord int o the AC- in soc k et on the re ar pa nel of
the computer.
2.
Connect the power adapter with the power cord.
3.
Plug the power cord into a properly grounded outlet (Figure 1-3).
4.
Refer to Chapter 1, System Status LED Indicators for more information
on system power status.
Figure 1-3
Battery Pack
The battery pack provides power f or continuous portable operation of the
computer. When using the battery no external power source is required.
The actual operation t ime is related to the applic ation and the conf iguratio n
you’re using.
Inserting
1.
Turn the computer over.
2.
Fit the battery pack firmly at a slight angle into the computer.
3.
Install the four screws to fasten the battery pack (Figure 1-4).
Removing
1.
Turn the computer over.
2.
Remove the four screws that fasten the battery pack.
3.
Carefully lift the battery pack from the computer.
Figure 1-4
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 1-5
Recharging by AC Power
The battery pack can be recharged when the computer is connected to
power supply with the AC adapter, when the system is in operation or not.
•
Connect the computer to the power supply with AC adapter to begin
charging system’s battery pack. You do not need to turn off the
DeskNote’s power.
•
Allow few (up to 5) hours to fully recharge the battery pack.
•
Please refer to Chapter 1, System Status LED Indicators for more
information on battery charge status.
Proper Handling of the Battery Pack
•
Do not attempt to disassemble the battery under any circumstances.
•
The battery may explode if exposed to fire or high temperatures.
•
Avoid battery short circuit by preventing contact from the metal
terminals (+, -).
Opening the LCD Cover
!!!!
1.
Move the latch to the right to release the top cover. (Figure 1-5).
2.
Lift the top cover to reveal the LCD panel and keyboard (Figure 1-6).
3.
Adjust the LCD panel to a comfortable viewing angle.
4.
Press the power button to turn the system on or off (refer to Chapt er 1,
Top-Front View for more information of the power button).
Figure 1-5
Figure 1-6
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 1-7
LED Indicators on the LCD Cover
Icon Color Description
Green Battery power is used with system turning
Red AC power is used with system turning
Green Battery is fully charged.
on.
on.
Red Battery is being charged.
Blinking Red Battery power is critica lly low.
Figure 1-7
Top-Front View
!!!!
LCD Panel
The EUROCOM 8500 DeskNote provides you with a large 15 .1” T FT
LCD panel. The LCD pane l is driven b y a AGP bus video controller
with 8 MB video memory.
Stereo Speakers
Two built-in speakers provide clear stereo sound.
Trackpad and Buttons
The pointing device features a sensitive glide pad for precise
movements. It functions like a two-button mouse does. The right
trackpad button is equivalent to the right mouse button; the left
trackpad button is equivalent to the left mouse button.
Keyboard
The computer features a 102-key Windows 95 keyboard that is
integrated with the numeric keypad. It is detachable for various
language versions. You may refer to Chapter 2: Operatio n for more
information.
Microphone
This is the built-in microphone.
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 1-9
System Status LED Indicators
The LED indicators display the system’s operation status.
Icon Color Description
Green Battery power is used with system turned
on.
Red AC power is used with system turned on.
Green Battery is fully charged.
Red Battery is being charged.
Blinking Red Battery power is critica lly low.
Green The system has entered the configured
suspend mode (either POS or STR mode).
Green The hard disk is being accessed.
Power Button
Use this button to turn the system on or off.
Note:
again.
After proper configuration under SCU, this button can be
used as suspend/resume hot button (refer to Chapter 3:
BIOS Utilities, Power Menu for more information).
After turning off the system, wait for a few seconds to power it on
p
Stereo Speakers
Microphone
LCD Panel
Power Button
Keyboard
Status LED Indicators
Figure 1-8
Track
ad and Buttons
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 1-11
Rear View
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AC-in Socket
Plug the AC adapter into this socket for power supply. To
disconnect, pull the plug (not the cord) directly back.
Security Connector
The Security Connec tor is used to protect your computer from
being stolen. Wrap the steel cable around your desk. Then,
insert the locking device into this security connector.
Parallel Port
This parallel port supports EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port) and
ECP (Extended Capabilities Port) modes.
S-Video Jack
Use this jack to transmit video signal to a TV set. You may
need to select the video standar d (NTSC/PAL) for video displa y
(please refer to Chapter 3, Components Menu for more
information).
RCA Jack
This jack ac cepts analog c ompos ite signals f rom external video
devices, e.g. camera, CD.
Expansion Port
This port is used to connect the proprietary Port Replicator.
Dual USB Ports
The dual Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports simplify the
expansion capability for peripheral devices.
Serial Port
This port is UART 16C550 compatible. It features a 9-pin
connector for the addition of an external mouse for example.
External Monitor (CRT) Port
This port is used f or transmission of the disp lay to an extern al
monitor. Simultaneous display with the LCD panel is available.
Dual PS/2 Type Ports
A PS/2 type mouse and keyboard can be connected to the
system using these ports. However, you cannot connect the
same type of PS/2 devices to both ports simultaneously.
1394 Port (8500P model only)
A newly developed port which connects with the digital camera.
USB PortsS-Video Jack CRT Port
RCA JacK
AC-in socket
Parallel Port
Figure 1-9
Security connector PS/2 type portsExpansion port
Figure 1-10
Serial Port 1394 Port
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 1-13
Right-Side View
!!!!
PC Card Sockets
One Type III or two Type II PC cards can be used. Both
sockets will expand the system capabilities when a PC card is
inserted. To eject the PC card, press the appropriate eject
button (Figure 2-15).
2.5” Hard Disk Drive
The 2.5” hard disk drive is removable. It accepts any 2.5”
IDE hard disk drive with a height of 12.7mm or less. Ref er to
Chapter 2: “Operation” for more information.
3.5” Floppy Disk Drive
The computer comes standard with a 1.44MB floppy drive
installed. Press the button on its top-right side to eject the
diskette. The floppy disk module can be replaced with
additional drive un its , s uch as a secondar y 2.5 ”/ 3.0 ” hard disk
drive or Zip drive (Refer to Chapter 2: Operation for more
information).
Speaker-out Jack
Headphone and speakers can be attached to the system
through this jack.
Line-in Jack
External audio source ca n be fed into the computer through
this jack.
Microphone-in Jack
Use this jack to connect a microphone to the system.
Ventilation
p
p
ppy
The computer vents were designed to help dissipate system’s
heat produced during norm al operation. Do not block or obs truct
vents while DeskNote ™ is in use.
Right-side Stand
Move this stand (tog ether with the left one) to adjus t the typing
angle. If a high speed C PU is installed, erect ing the stands on
both sides will be n ecessary for heat dissipat ion during operation
-
PC Card Socket
3.5” Flo
2.5” Hard Disk Drive
S
eaker-out
Disk Drive
Figure 1-12
Line-in
Micro
Right-side stand
Ventilation
hone-in
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 1-15
Left-Side View
!!!!
5.25” CD-ROM Drive
The 5.25” IDE CD-ROM module is designed to be removable. The
eject button is located in the middle of the f ront c ov er of the CD-ROM
drive. Pressing it will release the CD tray.
Infrared
The system adopts infrared technology as the interface for simple,
fast and convenient data exchange f rom the computer to a n infr aredcompatible device. It implements IrDA (HPSIR), Amplitude Shifted
Keyed IR (ASKIR), and Fast IR (FIR). N o object should be bloc king
the line of sight between the computer and the infrared-equipped
device. For further information, please refer to the manual of the
wireless device you wish to connect on how to use the point-andshoot operation.
Left-side Stand
Move this stand (together with the right one) to adjust the typing
angle. If a high speed C PU is installed on the system, erec ting the
stands on both sides will be necessary for heat dissipation during
operation (Figure 1-14).
CD-ROM Drive
Infrared
Left-side Stand
Figure 1-13
Figure 1-14
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 2-17
Chapter 2 : Operation
Your EUROCOM 8500 Desk Note has man y advanced featur es to help you
with your computer wor k. This chapter describes each of the computer’s
hardware features and shows you how to use them.
We strongly discourage EUROCOM DeskNote ™ owners from
servicing their systems. Serv ice by untrained indiv idual might result
in serious damage to components inside DeskNote. Opening
EUROCOM DeskNote™ might result in voiding warranty.
Before you begin working with the internal components of the computer,
remove the battery and disconnect the AC power adapter.
Make sure you wear an anti-static wrist strap to ground yourself before
working with or repair the internal components. Static electricity may
damage the components.
Upgrading Processor Module
!
Setting DIP Switch
!
Expanding Memory
!
Using Hard Disk Drive
!
Using Floppy Disk Drive
!
Using CD-ROM
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Using PC Card Sockets
!
Using Hot Keys
!
Using Numeric Keypad
!
Using Power Management
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Attaching Peripheral Devices
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Upgrading Processor Module
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on EUROCOM 8500P/3 DeskNote™
The DeskNote computer features the structure of Intel’s Mobile Module
(MMC2). The Processor Module incorporates an Intel Pentium Mobile
processor, secondary cache, and the Intel PCI set “Northbridge” system
controller, voltage regulator, and thermal s ensor on a single prin ted circuit
board.
The Processor Module is c onnected to the m ainboard th rough a connector.
This design facilitates users to easily upgrade their system by simply
replacing the Processor Module.
View from Top
Connector
View from Bottom
Figure 2-1
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