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LCD PC
USER’S MANUAL
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PREFACE
NOTICE
The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Information contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on
the part of the manufacturer or any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this publication nor are they in anyway
responsible for any loss or damage resulting from the use (or misuse) of this publication.
This publication and any accompanying software may not, in whole or in part, be reproduced,
translated, transmitted or reduced to any machine readable form without prior consent from the
vendor, manufacturer or creators of this publication, except for copies kept by the user for backup
purposes.
Brand and product names mentioned in this publication may or may not be copyrights and/or
registered trademarks of their respective companies. They are mentioned for identification purposes only and are not intended as an endorsement of that product or its manufacturer.
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TRADEMARKS
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. 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 or other limited
viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is
prohibited.
Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
MS-DOS, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not 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
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Use only shielded cables to
connect I/O devices to this
equipment.
You are cautioned that
changes or modifications
not expressly approved by
the manufacturer for compliance with the above
standards could void your
authority to operate the
equipment.
for help.
FCC statement
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The LCD PC is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To ensure that does not happen, follow
these suggestions:
1. Don’t drop it. Make sure it’s on a stable surface. If the computer falls, the case and other
2. Don’t overheat it. Keep the computer and power supply away from any kind of heating
3. Avoid interference. Keep the computer away from high capacity transformers, electric
4. Keep it dry. This is an electrical appliance. If water or any other liquid gets into it, the
components could be damaged.
element. Keep the computer out of direct sunlight.
motors, and other strong magnetic fields. These can hinder proper performance and damage
your data.
computer could be badly damaged.
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5. Be careful with power. The computer has specific power requirements.
• A steady, uninterrupted power supply is necessary. If you are unsure of your local power specifications, consult your dealer or local power company.
• The power cord may have either a 2-prong or a 3-prong grounded plug. The third prong is an
important safety feature; do not defeat its purpose. If you do not have access to a compatible
outlet, have a qualified electrician install one.
• When you want to unplug the power cord, be sure to disconnect it by the plug head, not by its wire.
• Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total current load of all the
connected devices.
• Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies.
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CLEANING
• Do not apply cleaner directly to the computer, use a soft
clean cloth.
• Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive
cleaners on any part of the computer.
SERVICING
• Do not attempt to service the computer yourself.
Doing so may violate your warranty and expose you and the
computer to electric shock. Refer all servicing to authorized
service personnel.
• Unplug the computer from the power supply. Then refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under any of the
following conditions:
- When the power cord is damaged or frayed.
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Mainboard Battery Note
CAUTION: Danger of explosion
if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended
by the manufacturer. Discard
used battery according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
- If the computer has been exposed to rain or other liquids.
- If the computer does not work normally when you follow
the operating instructions.
- If the computer has been dropped or damaged.
cleaning & servicing
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PREFACE
Notice ........................................................................................................................................................................................ II
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement .................................................................................................... III
Important Safety Instructions.................................................................................................................................................. IV
Table of Contents .................................................................................................................................................................... VI
1. INTRODUCTION
Overview ............................................................................................................................................................................... 1-1
In the Box ............................................................................................................................................................................... 1-2
The Manual ...........................................................................................................................................................................1-3
Quick Start Guide .................................................................................................................................................................. 1-5
System Maps ......................................................................................................................................................................... 1-6
Table of Contents
Trademarks ......................................................................................................................................................................... II
Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................................................. V
Servicing ............................................................................................................................................................................. V
Advanced Users ............................................................................................................................................................. 1-3
Not-so-Advanced Users ................................................................................................................................................ 1-3
Not Here .......................................................................................................................................................................... 1-4
Front View (Model I) ........................................................................................................................................................ 1-6
Front View (Model II) ....................................................................................................................................................... 1-7
Left View ........................................................................................................................................................................... 1-8
Right View ........................................................................................................................................................................ 1-9
Rear View ...................................................................................................................................................................... 1-10
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2. GETTING STARTED
Overview ............................................................................................................................................................................... 2-1
Ergonomics........................................................................................................................................................................... 2-2
Keyboard (Optional) ............................................................................................................................................................. 2-3
Standard Function keys ................................................................................................................................................. 2-4
Special Function keys .................................................................................................................................................... 2-4
Other Keyboards ............................................................................................................................................................ 2-5
Mouse ................................................................................................................................................................................... 2-6
Peripherals ........................................................................................................................................................................... 2-7
USB Printer ...................................................................................................................................................................... 2-7
Parallel Printer ................................................................................................................................................................ 2-8
Which Parallel? ........................................................................................................................................................ 2-8
3. ADVANCED CONTROLS
Overview ............................................................................................................................................................................... 3-1
Advanced Video Controls ................................................................................................................................................... 3-2
Making Adjustments for the LCD: Resolution & Color Depth..................................................................................... 3-2
Switching Display Devices ............................................................................................................................................ 3-3
Windows 98 Second Edition & Windows Me ....................................................................................................... 3-4
Windows 2000 Professional & Windows NT4.0 .................................................................................................. 3-6
Video Memory................................................................................................................................................................ 3-7
Power Management Features ............................................................................................................................................ 3-8
System-supported Power Options Overview (Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows Me & Windows 2000
Professional) ................................................................................................................................................................... 3-9
Hibernate Mode vs Shutdown.............................................................................................................................. 3-10
Standby Mode vs Hibernate Mode ...................................................................................................................... 3-10
Power Options in Windows 98 Second Edition.......................................................................................................... 3-11
Hibernate Mode...................................................................................................................................................... 3-11
Enabling ....................................................................................................................................................... 3-11
Activating ..................................................................................................................................................... 3-11
Waking up ................................................................................................................................................... 3-11
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Keyboard System-Specific Function Keys ......................................................................................................................... 3-17
Remote Wakeup Considerations ..................................................................................................................................... 3-19
Standby Mode ........................................................................................................................................................ 3-12
Enabling ...................................................................................................................................................... 3-12
Activating .................................................................................................................................................... 3-12
Waking up .................................................................................................................................................. 3-12
Hard Disk and Display Timeouts .......................................................................................................................... 3-13
Power Options in Windows Me & Windows 2000 Pro ............................................................................................ 3-14
Hibernate Mode..................................................................................................................................................... 3-14
Enabling ...................................................................................................................................................... 3-14
Activating .................................................................................................................................................... 3-14
Waking up .................................................................................................................................................. 3-14
Standby Mode ........................................................................................................................................................ 3-15
Enabling ...................................................................................................................................................... 3-15
Activating .................................................................................................................................................... 3-15
Waking up .................................................................................................................................................. 3-15
Hard Disk and Display Timeouts .......................................................................................................................... 3-16
Standby Key (System Status Key) ................................................................................................................................ 3-18
Application Keys .......................................................................................................................................................... 3-18
Audio/Video CD Keys .................................................................................................................................................. 3-18
Password Protection Issues ....................................................................................................................................... 3-19
SCU-level Password Protection ........................................................................................................................... 3-19
OS-level Password Protection .............................................................................................................................. 3-19
Wakeup on Ring Criteria ............................................................................................................................................. 3-20
Installing the Modem Driver ................................................................................................................................. 3-20
Activating HyperTerminal ...................................................................................................................................... 3-20
Windows Me & Windows 2000 Professional ........................................................................................ 3-20
Windows 98 Second Edition .....................................................................................................................3-20
Wakeup on LAN Criteria .............................................................................................................................................. 3-21
Installing the LAN Driver ........................................................................................................................................ 3-21
Enabling Wakeup on LAN in SCU ......................................................................................................................... 3-21
Using a Remote Access Utility ............................................................................................................................. 3-21
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4. SYSTEM UTILITIES
Overview ............................................................................................................................................................................... 4-1
How To Use This Chapter .............................................................................................................................................. 4-1
When To Use This Chapter ............................................................................................................................................ 4-1
The Power-On Self Test (POST) ............................................................................................................................................ 4-2
Failing the POST.............................................................................................................................................................. 4-3
Fatal Errors ................................................................................................................................................................ 4-3
Non-Fatal Errors ....................................................................................................................................................... 4-3
The System Configuration Utility (SCU) .............................................................................................................................. 4-4
Entering the SCU ............................................................................................................................................................ 4-4
SCU Menus..................................................................................................................................................................... 4-5
More on SCU - a few details .................................................................................................................................. 4-6
Date & Time (Startup Menu)........................................................................................................................ 4-6
Fast Boot (Startup Menu).............................................................................................................................. 4-7
USB Setting (Startup Menu) ......................................................................................................................... 4-7
Boot Password & SCU Password (Startup Menu) ..................................................................................... 4-7
Shared Memory (Memory menu) .............................................................................................................. 4-8
IDE Settings (Disks Menu) ............................................................................................................................ 4-9
Virus Alert (Disks Menu) .............................................................................................................................. 4-9
COM Ports (Components Menu) .............................................................................................................. 4-10
LPT Port (Components Menu) ................................................................................................................... 4-10
Wakeup on LAN (Power Menu) ................................................................................................................. 4-11
Exit Menu .................................................................................................................................................... 4-12
5. DRIVERS & UTILITIES
Overview ............................................................................................................................................................................... 5-1
What to Install ................................................................................................................................................................. 5-2
Note for Windows NT 4.0 Users ............................................................................................................................. 5-3
Assumption .............................................................................................................................................................. 5-3
Windows 98 Second Edition ............................................................................................................................................... 5-4
Video ............................................................................................................................................................................... 5-4
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Windows Me ........................................................................................................................................................................ 5-9
Windows 2000 Professional............................................................................................................................................. 5-12
Windows NT 4.0 (with Service Pack 6).............................................................................................................................. 5-17
LAN .................................................................................................................................................................................. 5-4
Audio ............................................................................................................................................................................... 5-5
Modem ........................................................................................................................................................................... 5-5
Keyboard (Optional) ....................................................................................................................................................... 5-6
Infrared Port .................................................................................................................................................................... 5-6
Save to Disk (Hibernate) ................................................................................................................................................ 5-8
Video ............................................................................................................................................................................... 5-9
LAN .................................................................................................................................................................................. 5-9
Audio ............................................................................................................................................................................. 5-10
Keyboard (Optional) ..................................................................................................................................................... 5-10
Modem .......................................................................................................................................................................... 5-11
Video ............................................................................................................................................................................. 5-12
LAN ................................................................................................................................................................................ 5-13
Audio ............................................................................................................................................................................. 5-13
Modem ......................................................................................................................................................................... 5-14
Keyboard (Optional) ..................................................................................................................................................... 5-15
SiS IDE Hard Disk Controller ........................................................................................................................................ 5-16
Video .............................................................................................................................................................................. 5-17
LAN ................................................................................................................................................................................ 5-18
Audio ............................................................................................................................................................................. 5-19
Modem ......................................................................................................................................................................... 5-19
Keyboard (Optional) ..................................................................................................................................................... 5-20
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6. HARDWARE UPGRADES
Overview ............................................................................................................................................................................... 6-1
When Not To Upgrade ................................................................................................................................................... 6-2
What’s Needed ............................................................................................................................................................... 6-2
System Memory Upgrade ................................................................................................................................................... 6-3
Installing DIMMs ............................................................................................................................................................ 6-3
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HDD Upgrade ....................................................................................................................................................................... 6-6
Hardware ....................................................................................................................................................................... 6-6
Removal .................................................................................................................................................................... 6-6
Installing an Upgrade HDD ..................................................................................................................................... 6-8
Software .......................................................................................................................................................................... 6-8
Setting Up a New HDD ............................................................................................................................................ 6-8
7. TROUBLESHOOTING
Overview ............................................................................................................................................................................... 7-1
Power .................................................................................................................................................................................... 7-2
Display .................................................................................................................................................................................. 7-3
Keyboard .............................................................................................................................................................................. 7-4
DVD/CD-RW Drive ................................................................................................................................................................ 7-5
Audio ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 7-6
Hard Disk ............................................................................................................................................................................... 7-7
Printer .................................................................................................................................................................................... 7-8
Operation .............................................................................................................................................................................. 7-9
8. SPECIFICATIONS
Overview ............................................................................................................................................................................... 8-1
CPU ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 8-2
Core Logic Chip .................................................................................................................................................................... 8-3
BIOS ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 8-3
System Memory* ................................................................................................................................................................. 8-3
Video ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 8-4
Audio ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 8-5
Communications ................................................................................................................................................................. 8-5
PCMCIA ................................................................................................................................................................................. 8-6
Storage Devices ................................................................................................................................................................... 8-6
Input ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 8-7
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I/O.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 8-7
Power System ...................................................................................................................................................................... 8-7
Security .................................................................................................................................................................................. 8-8
Environment ......................................................................................................................................................................... 8-8
Physical ................................................................................................................................................................................. 8-8
Accessories .......................................................................................................................................................................... 8-8
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1 Introduction
OVERVIEW
This chapter covers:
• In the Box - the parts and pieces we’ve included
• The Manual - how to use it
• Quick Start Guide - the absolute minimum
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• System Map - a navigation tool with some tips
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INTRODUCTION
IN THE BOX
Out of the box, you should have the following:
BOX CONTENTS
FIG. 1 - 1
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1. The LCD PC
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2. Keyboard (optional)
3. Power cord
4. Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s
Manual CD-ROM (including the
electronic version of this manual
in Adobe Acrobat “PDF” format)
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5. User’s manual
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Keep the packing materials in a safe place in case you need them for shipping or long-term
storage.
In the Box
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THE MANUAL
This manual explains the hardware and essential software you need to operate your system.
Depending on how your system is configured, some or all of the features described may already be set up.
ADVANCED USERS
If you’re an “advanced” user, you may want to skip over most
of this manual. However, you should still look at Chapter 2:
Getting Started. Also look at Chapter 3: Advanced Controls &
Chapter 4: System Utilities. Information that might be of par-
ticular interest to you is indicated by the “;” symbol.
NOT-SO-ADVANCED USERS
If you are new to the wonders of computers, or just feel like a
beginner, you should still look over all of the documentation.
Don’t worry if you don’t understand everything the first time
around. Just keep this manual near your computer, and learn
as you go.
No matter what your level, please pay careful attention to
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Advanced Notes
Advanced users should check
the light pink boxes which look
like this.
You’ll find tips and more detailed
information about the
computer’s various features.
“Beginners” are welcome too. As
you get used to your computer,
you may be surprised at how
much of this stuff you can understand.
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warning and safety information indicated by the “0” symbol. Also pay careful attention to the safety information in
the Preface.
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NOT HERE
Operating systems (e.g. Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional,
Windows NT 4.0, etc.) have their own manuals as do applications (e.g. word processing and
database programs). If you have questions about those programs, you should consult those
manuals.
MANUAL LAYOUT
KEY
FIG. 1 - 2
1. chapter icon
2. chapter topic
& quick Key
3. chapter tab
4. page #
5. general
beginner text
6. graphic
7. graphic key
8. warning text
9. advanced
user text
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QUICK START GUIDE
This quick start guide assumes that you’re already familiar with LCD PCs and can tell at a
glance what and where all the key components are.
If you’re not that comfortable with this sort of device, take a look at the following pages for an
overview of the system.
In any case, you should review these steps, before you take any action. If you aren’t sure about
one of the procedures, check the relevant chapter before continuing.
Unless you have to install an operating system, your computer is ready to work right out of the
box.
But, before you begin, follow the safety instructions in the Preface, especially the instruction
on placement.
1. Remove all packing materials, CDs/DVDs,
floppy disks and any PC Cards.
2. Securely attach any peripherals you want
to use with the LCD PC (e.g. mouse and keyboard) to their ports. (See Fig. 1 - 8)*.
3. Attach the AC power cord to the AC-in port
on the computer’s right side. Then plug the
AC power cord into an outlet.
4. Push the power button to turn “on”.
* Peripherals which connect to the USB
and (optional) IEEE 1394 ports can be connected after
All other peripherals must be connected
before you turn on the system.
Windows
is up and running.
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SYSTEM MAPS
The LCD PC has a lot of built-in features. The operating system automatically enables most of
them. Further explanations (if necessary) of the various subsystems are covered in the chap-
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ters or pages indicated.
FRONT VIEW
(MODEL I)
FIG. 1 - 3
This manual applies to two models. Both mainly differ in external apperance with
minor differences in standard functions. The illustrations in this manual are generalized representations. Your system’s features may be shaped differently, but the functions we’ve described are identical.
FRONT VIEW (MODEL I)
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Model Differentiation
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Front View
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FRONT VIEW (MODEL II)
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1
3 ~ 6
FRONT VIEW
(MODEL II)
FIG. 1 - 4
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1. The 15” LCD (Chapters 3 & 5)
2. Speakers (Chapter 7)
3. FDD activity LED (Chapter 4)
4. CD-device activity LED (Chapters 4 & 7)
5. HDD activity LED (Chapter 6)
6. Power LED (Chapters 3 & 7)
solid (green) = ON
flashing (orange) = Standby mode
7. Infrared port (COM B) (Chapters 2 & 4)
8. Reset button (Model I only)
(= pressing Ctrl + Alt + Del)
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9. Power button (Chapters 3 & 7)
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Power button as Standby or Hibernate button
If you are using an ACPI-compliant operating system, such as
Windows Me
can be designated as Standby or Hibernate button within your
OS’s “Power Managment” or “Power Options” subsystem. (Refer
to Chapter 3, “Advanced Controls” of this manual & your OS’s
user documentation for details.)
If the Ctrl + Alt + Del key combination doesn’t work when the
system hangs, press the power button for 4 seconds to force the
system to turn itself off.
or
Windows 2000 Professional
Forced Off
, the power button
Front View
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LEFT VIEW
1. PC Card (PCMCIA) socket
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LEFT VIEW
FIG. 1 - 5
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()Note:
dows 2000 Pro
during the OS installation. The system provides no
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4
3
5
7
6
support for using PC Cards under
2. PC Card eject button
3. LCD brightness control
4. Microphone input jack
5. Line-in jack
6. Phones-out jack (Using external speakers
disables the internal speakers)
7. Volume control knob
8. HDD Bay (Chapters 4 & 6)
Windows 98 SE
can auto-configure the PC Card socket
,
Windows Me
Windows NT 4.0
and
Win-
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Sound Volume Adjustment
How high the sound volume can be set using the
volume control knob depends on the setting of the
volume control within
icon on the taskbar to check the setting.
Left View
Windows
. Click the Speaker
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Drive Warning
Don’t try to remove the hard disk (HDD) while the system is on. This could cause data loss or damage.
Unauthorized removal or tampering with the HDD may
violate your warranty. If you are in doubt, consult your
dealer or service representative.
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RIGHT VIEW
Model II
1. FDD bay
(Chapter 4)
2. CD-Device bay
(Chapters 4 & 7)
3. Emergency eject button
- Use a probe (e.g. a
straightened paper clip).
4. Eject button
5. Kensington Lock slot
6. AC-in port
7. two USB ports (Chapter 2)
(Model II only)
Model I
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2
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4
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RIGHT VIEW
(MODEL I)
IG. 1 - 6
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3
4
6
7
5
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IGHT VIEW
(MODEL II)
IG. 1 - 7
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6
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Media Warning
Don’t try to remove a floppy disk while
the system is accessing it. This may
cause the system to “crash”.
Right View
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REAR VIEW
REAR VIEW
FIG. 1 - 8
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Handle Warning
The handle design allows for
single-hand use provided that
you have enough strength to
move the machine with one
hand. However, considering its
weight, we strongly recommend you use both hands to
move the machine (with one
hand gripping the handle and
the other gripping the base of
the machine) to avoid accidentally dropping it, which might
cause damage to the machine
or yourself.
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Rear View
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45
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8
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1. Carrying handle
2. Serial port (COM A)
(Chapters 2 & 4)
3. Printer/Parallel port
(Chapter 4)
4. VGA port
(Chapters 3 & 5)
5. PS/2 mouse port
(Chapter 2)
6. PS/2 keyboard port
(Chapter 2)
7. IEEE 1394 port
()Note: The IEEE 1394 module is a dealer option.)
8. two USB ports (Chapter 2)
9. RJ-45 LAN port
(Chapters 3 & 5)
10.RJ-11 Modem port (Chapters 3 & 5)
()Note: The modem module is a dealer option.)
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Note for the Optional IEEE
1394 Module
The IEEE 1394 is a high-speed
serial interface. Many external devices with IEEE 1394
support are available on the
market, such as external
hard disk drives & digital
cameras.
Before you purchase or use
any IEEE 1394 device, be sure
to check and see if the device can supply power on its
own. The optional IEEE 1394
module only supports SELF-
POWERED IEEE 1394 devices
though the IEEE 1394 port on
the rear panel is a standard
6-pin port.
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Rear View
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NOTES:
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Notes
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2 Getting Started
OVERVIEW
This chapter is a guide to putting together a very basic system:
• Ergonomics: placement & usage
• Basic Connections: keyboard & mouse
• Basic Peripherals: printer (USB & Parallel)
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GETTING STARTED
ERGONOMICS
We designed your LCD PC system to be functional as well as attractive. To get most out of it,
here are some suggestions on how to position and use the computer:
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• The top third of the LCD (screen)
should be at eye-level or slightly
below.
• The LCD should be at least 18”/
45cm. directly in front of you.
• Angle the LCD so that it doesn’t
reflect any light into your eyes.
• If the screen resolution (e.g.
1024x768) makes you strain to
read, change it: In Windows Control Panel, double-click Display
(icon) and click Settings (tab).
Then adjust the “Screen area” to
something more comfortable (e.g.
800x600).
• Use a chair which offers good
back support (especially lowerback). The seat should allow your
feet to rest flat on the floor or on
a footrest directly in front of you.
• If possible, illuminate your work
area with natural daylight or use a
steady-glowing (non-flickering)
light source.
• Place the keyboard and mouse so
that your arms are at your sides and
your forearms are roughly parallel
to the floor. Your wrists should flex
slightly downward as you work.
Your neck and shoulders should
also be relaxed.
• Take a break from the computer.
Get up, stretch, flex your wrists,
walk about, and look at something
else for about 10 minutes every
hour.
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KEYBOARD (OPTIONAL)
The optional keyboard is a standard full-sized AT-compatible PS/2 keyboard with a few extra
function keys.
To install it,
1. Make sure the system is OFF.
2. Plug the keyboard’s PS/2 connector into
the outer PS/2 port on the back of the
computer.
3. Position the keyboard in front of the computer.
)Note: When you turn on the system, it
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PS/2 KEYBOARD
FIG. 2 - 1
2
PORT
automatically enables any standard PS/2
keyboard.
Keyboard
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STANDARD FUNCTION KEYS
Many operating systems (and applications) use these keys (F1 ~ F12) to activate special
features, so you should consult those manuals.
SPECIAL FUNCTION KEYS
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PECIAL FUNCTION
S
KEYS
FIG. 2 - 2
These keys control some of the hardware and launch selected applications. You have to
enable them before use. The keyboard utility is available on the Device Drivers & Utilities
+ User Manual CD-ROM. Refer to Chapter 5, Drivers & Utilities, (operating system), Key-
board (Optional) for installation instructions. In addition, refer to Chapter 3: Advanced
Controls, Keyboard System-Specific Function Keys for more on how to set up these func-
tions.
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Special characters
Some software applications
allow the number-keys to
be used with Alt to produce
special characters. These
special characters can only
be produced by using the
numeric keypad. Regular
number keys won’t work.
Note: Make sure NumLock
is on.
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OTHER KEYBOARDS
If your keyboard is damaged or you just want to make a
change, you can use any standard PS/2 or USB keyboard.
The system automatically detects and enables it. However, special functions/hot keys unique to the system’s
regular keyboard may not work.
Connectors - If it doesn’t have a 6-pin Keyboard connector, use a 5-to-6 pin adapter.
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This port can only accept one key
board at a time. Don’t try to install
a USB and a PS/2 keyboard at the
same time. Doing so may cause
resource conflicts and make the
system unstable.
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GETTING STARTED
MOUSE
The second most important input device is the mouse. You can use a mouse with the LCD PC
through one of the following interfaces.
• Serial (Serial 1 port on the rear panel)
• PS/2 (PS/2 mouse port on the rear panel)
2
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)Note: The system doesn’t support 3-key USB mice.
THE MOUSE
CONNECTIONS
FIG. 2 - 3
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port
2. Serial 1 port
3. USB ports
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Your operating system may be able to auto-configure your
mouse during its installation or only enable its basic functions.
Be sure to check the device’s user documentation for details.
Mouse
Note for left-handers:
Most operating systems allow you to reverse the
mouse-button settings.
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PERIPHERALS
The most frequently used peripheral is a printer.
USB PRINTER
Most newer personal printers are available with a USB connection.
To install it,
1. Set up the printer according to its
instructions (unpacking, paper in
the tray, toner/ink cartridge, etc.)
2. Attach the USB cable to the printer.
3. Connect the printer’s USB cable to
one of the USB ports on the back
of the computer.
4. Turn ON the printer.
5. Turn ON the computer.
Windows
6.
either load one of its own drivers or
ask you to supply one. Follow the
on-screen instructions.
will identify the printer and
2
USB Printer
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GETTING STARTED
PARALLEL PRINTER
This is the most common type of printer.
To install it,
2
1. Set up the printer according to its instructions (unpacking, paper in the tray,
toner/ink cartridge, etc.)
2. Attach the parallel cable to the printer.
3. Connect the printer’s parallel cable to
the parallel port on the back of the
computer.
4. Turn ON the printer.
5. Turn ON the computer.
6.
Windows
either load one of its own drivers or
ask you to supply one. Follow the
on-screen instructions.
will identify the printer and
WHICH PARALLEL?
The computer features a “Plug & Play” BIOS, so Windows 98 SE, Windows Me and Windows
2000 Professional can automatically configure the parallel port for the most appropriate mode.
If you’re not running one of the three OSs, the default setting (ECP) in the computer’s SCU
will work in most cases. However, if the printer’s instructions require a specific configuration,
refer to Chapter 4: System Utilities to find out how to make changes.
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()Note: SCU > Components Menu > LPT Port > Port Definition)
Parallel Printer
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3 Advanced Controls
OVERVIEW
This chapter covers:
• Advanced video controls
• Power management features
• Keyboard system-specific function keys
3
• Remote wakeup considerations
)Note: You are unable to use most advanced controls until the necessary drivers and utilities are
properly installed. If your system hasn’t been properly configured (your dealer may have already
done that for you), refer to
Chapter 5, Drivers & Utilities
, for installation instructions.
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ADVANCED CONTROLS
ADVANCED VIDEO CONTROLS
This section is about making adjustments for the LCD, switching display devices and configuring video memory.
MAKING ADJUSTMENTS FOR THE LCD: RESOLUTION & COLOR
3
DEPTH
With the video driver installed, the LCD is capable of supporting a resolution of 1024x768 at
256K colors. The higher the resolution, the more information the LCD can display on screen.
To change the LCD’s resolution and color depth in which it will display,
1. Click Start, point to Settings and click Control Panel.
2. Double-click Display (icon).
3. In the Display Properties dialog box, click Settings (tab).
To change the resolution:
4. Under Screen area move the slider to the setting you prefer.
To change the color depth:
5. Under Colors click the arrow and select the setting you prefer.
6. Click Apply.
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LCD
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SWITCHING DISPLAY DEVICES
Besides the built-in LCD, you can also use an external CRT connected to the VGA port as your
display device. You have the following four display options:
1. The built-in LCD (“Single”)
2. A CRT connected to the VGA port (“Single”)
3. The LCD and a CRT showing the same image (“Mirror”)
4. The LCD and a CRT showing different images (“Multimonitor”)
Use the video driver to change display options and make other adjustments. Table 3 - 1 lists the
video driver-supported driver modes by operating system. The following pages describe how
to access the video driver control panel in each operating system.
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ADVANCED CONTROLS
WINDOWS 98 SECOND EDITION & WINDOWS ME
To change display devices and make other adjustments,
1. Right-click the icon on the taskbar, point to Display Property and click Display Setting to
go to the SiS 630/730 Properties dialog box.
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ADVANCED CONTROLS
WINDOWS 2000 PROFESSIONAL & WINDOWS NT4.0
To change display devices and make other adjust-
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VIDEO MEMORY
The system doesn’t come with dedicated video memory. It makes
use of a portion of system memory as video memory. By default,
the video memory is set to 8MB. You can also set it to 16MB or
32MB (maximum) using SCU. However, keep in mind that the
more the video memory becomes, the less the system memory.
Refer to Chapter 4, System Utilities, Shared Memory (Memory
Menu) for details.
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3D applications, such as
games and CAD software, tend to require
more video memory
than most other applications. Check your
application’s user documentation for video
memory requirements.
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ADVANCED CONTROLS
POWER MANAGEMENT FEATURES
The system supports various ACPI-compliant power management features. You can use them
to save the power consumption or extend the life of your system or some of its devices.
Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows Me and Windows 2000 Professional are ACPI-compliant
operating systems but Windows NT4.0 is not.
In this section, we will first give you an overview of the power management options the sys-
3
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these options by operating system.
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SYSTEM-SUPPORTED POWER OPTIONS OVERVIEW
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ADVANCED CONTROLS
HIBERNATE MODE VS SHUTDOWN
“Hibernate Mode” and “Shutdown” are the same in that the system is off and you need to press
the power button to turn it on. Their main difference is:
When you come back from hibernation, you can return to where you last left off (what was on
your desktop) without reopening the application(s) and file(s) you last used.
You can use either way depending on your needs.
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STANDBY MODE VS HIBERNATE MODE
If you want to stay away from your work for just a while, you can put the system on standby
instead of in hibernation. It takes a longer time to wake up the system from Hibernate Mode
than from Standby Mode.
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Shut Down, Hibernate mode & Standby mode
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POWER OPTIONS IN WINDOWS 98 SECOND EDITION
HIBERNATE MODE
ENABLING
Part I:
You need to create a special file for system hibernation use. Refer to Chapter 5, Drivers & Utilities, Suspend to Disk (Hibernate), page 5-8, for setup instructions.
Part II:
1. Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click Control Panel.
2. Double-click Power Management (icon) and click Hibernate (tab).
)Note: If the hibernate-specific file is not created or is not big enough,
the tab won’t appear.
3. Select Enable hibernate support (check box) and click Apply.
ACTIVATING
Pressing the power button puts the system in hibernation. (You first
have to designate the power button as hibernate button as follows.)
1. Go to Control Panel > Power Management (icon) > Advanced (tab).
2. In the When I press the power button on my computer list click the
arrow and select Hibernate and then click Apply.
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large as or larger than the
size of your total memory
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for
the option of enabling Hibernate support. Before
you increase memory, be
sure to check if the
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enough. By default, it is in
the root directory of Drive C.
to allow you
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WAKING UP
Press the power button and the system will restore to where it last left off.
Hibernate mode (Win98SE)
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ADVANCED CONTROLS
STANDBY MODE
ENABLING
By default, this function is enabled.
ACTIVATING
You can use one of the following methods to put the system on standby. When the system is on
3
standby, the Power LED flashes in orange.
Manually
Method 1: pressing the Standby key.
Method 2: using the Shut Down dialog box (Start
> Shut Down...)
Method 3: pressing the power button (You first
have to designate the power button as
standby button as follows).
1. Go to Control Panel > Power Management
(icon) > Advanced (tab).
2. In the When I press the power button on my
computer list, click the arrow and select
Standby and then click Apply.
Automatically
The system will automatically enter Standby
mode after the preset time of system inactivity. To set the time,
1. Go to Control Panel > Power Management
(icon) > Power Schemes (tab).
2. In the System Standby list, click the arrow
and select the setting you prefer and then
click Apply.
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WAKING UP
Press the power button and the system will restore to where it last left off.
Standby mode (Win98SE)
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HARD DISK AND DISPLAY TIMEOUTS
The device (display/hard disk) will turn off after the preset time of inactivity. To set a time,
1. Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click Control Panel.
2. Double-click Power Management (icon)and click Power Schemes (tab).
3. Click the arrow and select the settings you prefer in the Turn off Monitor and Turn off hard disks
lists. Then, click Apply (button).
When the display times out, it goes blank and the Power LED remains green. Press any key or
perform any mouse action and the system will restore to where it last left off.
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ADVANCED CONTROLS
POWER OPTIONS IN WINDOWS ME & WINDOWS 2000 PRO
HIBERNATE MODE
ENABLING
1. Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click Control Panel.
2. Double-click Power Options (icon) and click Hibernate (tab).
3
3. Select Enable hibernate support (check box) and click Apply.
ACTIVATING
You can use one of the following methods to put the system in hibernation.
Manually
Method 1: Using the Shut Down dialog box (Start > Shut
Down...)
Method 2: Using the power button (You first have to des-
ignate the power button as Hibernate button as follows.)
1. Go to Control Panel > Power Options (icon) > Advanced
(tab).
2. In the When I press the power button on my computer
list click the arrow and select Hibernate and then click
Apply.
Automatically
The system will hibernate after
the preset time of system inactivity. To set a time,
1. Go to Control Panel > Power
Options (icon) > Power
Schemes (tab).
2. In the System hibernates list
click the arrow and select the
setting you prefer and then
click Apply.
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WAKING UP
Press the power button and the system will restore to where it last left off.
Hibernate mode (WinMe & Win2000Pro)
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STANDBY MODE
ENABLING
By default, this function is enabled.
ACTIVATING
You can use one of the following methods to put the system on standby.
Manually
Method 1: pressing the Standby key.
Method 2: using the Shut Down dialog box (Start > Shut Down...)
Method 3: using the power button (You first have to designate the power button as standby button as
follows).
1. Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click Control Panel.
2. Double-click Power Options (icon) and click Advanced (tab).
3. In the When I press the power button on my computer list, click the arrow and select Standby
and then click Apply.
Automatically
The system will put itself on standby after the preset time of system inactivity. To set the time,
1. Go to Control Panel > Power Options (icon) > Power Schemes (tab).
2. In the System Standby list, click the arrow and select the setting you prefer and then click Apply.
3
WAKING UP
Press the power button and the system will restore to where it last left off.
Standby mode (WinMe & Win2000Pro)
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3
ADVANCED CONTROLS
HARD DISK AND DISPLAY TIMEOUTS
The device (display/hard disk) will turn off after the preset time of inactivity. To set the time,
1. Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click Control Panel.
2. Double-click Power Options (icon) and click Power Schemes (tab).
3. Click the arrow and select the settings you prefer in the Turn off Monitor and Turn off hard disks
lists. Then, click Apply (button).
When the display times out, it goes blank and the Power LED remains green. Press any key or
perform any mouse action and the system will restore to where it last left off.
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HDD & display timeouts (WinMe & Win2000Pro)
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KEYBOARD SYSTEM-SPECIFIC FUNCTION KEYS
The 9 system-specific function keys are on the upper row of the optional keyboard. With the
keyboard utility installed, these 9 keys are configured with the defaults shown in the following table. Pressing a specific key does the corresponding action.
Key Group Icon Key name Default
System Status Key
Application Keys
Standby enabled
Application 1 MS Word
Application 2 MS Excel
Browser Internet Explorer
E-mail Outlook Express
3
Audio/Video CD Keys
Previous Track enabled
Play/Pause enabled
Stop enabled
Next Track enabled
system-specific function keys
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3
ADVANCED CONTROLS
STANDBY KEY (SYSTEM STATUS KEY)
Pressing the Standby key puts the system on standby.
)Note: To wake up the system from Standby mode you have to press the power button.
APPLICATION KEYS
If the application a key tries to launch is not installed, the message “File not found!” will appear.
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Locating the Corresponding .exe
file for an Application
First, right-click the application
shortcut on your desktop or on the
Start menu and click Properties.
Then, click Shortcut (tab) and see
where the execution file in the
get line is located.
Tar-
To resetup a key for another application,
1. Right-click the icon on the taskbar, point to Setup and
click the name of the key you want to resetup.
2. Locate the execution file for the application you want the key
to launch and click Open.
AUDIO/VIDEO CD KEYS
Once the keyboard utility is installed, it replaces or supplements the OS built-in audio and
video CD players. Insert an audio/a video CD and the CD control panel will appear on the
upper right corner of your desktop. You can operate the CD using the four CD keys or the CD
control panel.
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system-specific function keys
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REMOTE WAKEUP CONSIDERATIONS
A remote system can wake up your system through LAN or modem if both systems are properly setup. The following table shows when a wakeup event is acceptable to the system.
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SCU-LEVEL PASSWORD PROTECTION
Any attempt to remotely wake up the system from Hibernate mode
will stop at SCU-level password verification if any password
protection is enabled in SCU (System Configuration Utility).
Be sure to disable the following two password protection features in SCU for the system to be remotely accessible.
• Boot Password (in Startup menu)
• SCU Password (in Startup menu)
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and press F2 immediately after
the message “Press F2 to enter
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on using SCU, refer to
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Chapter
3
OS-LEVEL PASSWORD PROTECTION
Whether a remote wakeup attempt has to pass your system password verification depends on if
your system is set up with password protection during standby and in hibernation.
remote wakeup considerations
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ADVANCED CONTROLS
WAKEUP ON RING CRITERIA
To enable the system to be remotely accessible via modem, make sure you have complied with
the following besides attending to the above-mentioned password protection issues:
• Installing the modem driver
• Activating HyperTerminal
INSTALLING THE MODEM DRIVER
3
If you haven’t installed the modem driver, refer to Chapter 5, Drivers & Utilities, (operating
system), Modem for installation instructions.
ACTIVATING HYPERTERMINAL
HyperTerminal is a Windows utility.
WINDOWS ME & WINDOWS 2000 PROFESSIONAL
To run HyperTerminal, click Start, point to Programs > Accessories > Communications
and click HyperTerminal.
WINDOWS 98 SECOND EDITION
To run HyperTerminal, click Start, point to Programs > Accessories > Communications, click HyperTerminal and then double-click Hypertrm.exe.
For information on how to use this utility, refer to the Help menu.
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wakeup on ring criteria
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WAKEUP ON LAN CRITERIA
To enable the system to be remotely accessible via LAN, make sure you have complied with
the following besides attending to the above-mentioned password protection issues:
• Installing the LAN driver
• Enabling Wakeup on LAN in SCU
• Installing a remote access utility (depending on your needs)
INSTALLING THE LAN DRIVER
If you haven’t installed the LAN driver, refer to Chapter 5, Drivers & Utilities, (operating system), LAN for installation instructions.
ENABLING WAKEUP ON LAN IN SCU
This allows the system to be waken up from standby via
LAN.
()Note: SCU > Power menu > Wakeup on LAN)
Do not keep Wakeup on LAN always
enabled if you do not want a remote
system to access your system while
USING A REMOTE ACCESS UTILITY
Depending on your needs, you may or may not need to install a remote access utility. For example, a remote system can wake up your system using the Windows built-in Ping command if
it is on standby.
Wakeup on LAN
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both systems are in a TCP/IP network. Refer to Windows Help for information on how to use
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wakeup on LAN criteria
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ADVANCED CONTROLS
NOTES:
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notes
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4 System Utilities
OVERVIEW
This chapter covers the software that’s built into the computer:
• Diagnostics: the POST (Power-On Self Test)
• Configuration: the SCU (System Configuration Utility)
HOW TO USE THIS CHAPTER
If you need to make changes to the SCU, first
print this chapter (pages 4-4 ~ 4-12). You
won’t be able to view the electronic version of
this manual when you’re running the SCU.
Even if you are a beginner, keep a record of the
settings you find and any changes you make.
This information could be useful if your system
ever needs servicing.
WHEN TO USE THIS CHAPTER
If your computer has never been set up, or you are
making important changes to the system, then you
should review this chapter first and note the original
settings found in the SCU.
)Note: Don’t make any changes unless you
are sure of what you are doing. Many of the set-
tings are required by the system, and changing
them could cause it to become unstable or worse.
If you have any doubts, consult your system dealer.
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4
SYSTEM UTILITIES
THE POWER-ON SELF TEST (POST)
Each time you turn on the computer, the system takes a few seconds to conduct a POST, including a quick test of the on-board RAM. As the POST proceeds, the computer will tell you if
there is anything wrong. If there is a problem which prevents the system from booting, it will
display a system summary and prompt you to run SCU. If there are no problems, the SCU
prompt disappears and the system loads the operating system. Once that starts, you can’t get
into SCU without rebooting.
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FAILING THE POST
Errors can be detected during the POST. There are two categories, “fatal” and “non-fatal”.
FATAL ERRORS
These stop the boot process and usually indicate there is
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NON-FATAL ERRORS
This kind of error still allows you to boot. You will get a message identifying the problem (make a note of this message!)
followed by the cue:
Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to enter SCU
Press F1 to see if the boot process can continue. It may work,
without the correct configuration.
Press F2 to run the SCU (System Configuration Utility) and
try to correct the problem. If you still get an error message
after you change the setting, or if the “cure” seems even
worse, call for help.
• If your model’s SCU
allows it, enable the
Boot Splash logo, to
see an abbreviated version of this screen.
• BIOS information
- Important stuff, if your
system needs servicing.
• Memory
- If you don’t want the
system to test this each
time, turn on “Fast Boot”
in the SCU.
• Shared Memory
- Use the SCU to change
this value.
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SYSTEM UTILITIES
THE SYSTEM CONFIGURATION UTILITY (SCU)
Insyde’s utility, tells the system how to configure itself and manage basic features and subsystems (e.g. port configuration).
ENTERING THE SCU
To enter the SCU, turn on the computer and press F2 during the POST. The prompt seen in
Fig. 4 - 1 is usually present for a few seconds after you turn on the system. If you get a “Key-
board Error” (usually because you pressed F2 too quickly) just press F2 again.
If the computer is already on, reboot using the Ctrl + Alt + Del key combination (or press-
ing the Reset button) and then hold down F2, the SCU’s main menu will appear.
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SCU MENUS
The SCU interface looks like a “windows” screen:
The ‘background’ shows some basic configuration information about the system.
Along the top of the screen is a menu bar with six (6) headings. Both your mouse and your
keyboard work in the SCU.
Keyboard operation: Press the Alt key on your keyboard to activate the menus. Then follow
the instruction along the bottom bar to navigate. When you select a heading, a list drops down.
Use the arrow keys to scroll through the settings and switch lists.
A “Help” on the bottom bar explains highlighted item(s) and has useful messages about options.
If you see an arrow (“X”) next to an item, press
sub-menus which appear are similar in layout but the
↵↵
↵ to go to a sub-menu on that subject. The
↵↵
↵↵
↵ key may confirm a selection.
↵↵
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SYSTEM UTILITIES
MORE ON SCU - A FEW DETAILS
Following is additional advice on portions of the SCU, not covered in the Help bar.
)Note: The SCU menus shown in this section are for reference only. Your computer’s menus will
indicate the configuration appropriate for your model and options.
DATE & TIME (STARTUP MENU)
The hour setting uses the 24-hour system (i.e., 0 = midnight; 13 = 1pm). If you can change the
date and time settings in your operating system, you will also change these settings. Some
applications may also alter data files to reflect these changes.
STARTUP MENU
FIG. 4 - 2
4 – 6
Startup Menu (SCU)
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FAST BOOT (STARTUP MENU)
If selected, the system assumes the memory is OK and skips its time-consuming test. (The
default is Enabled.)
USB SETTING (STARTUP MENU)
This only concerns Windows NT 4.0 users. Disable this before installing Windows NT 4.0.
(The default is Enabled.)
BOOT PASSWORD & SCU PASSWORD (STARTUP MENU)
If you forget/lose your password(s), contact your service center.
)Note: Disable the Boot Password & SCU Password features if you want a remote system to be
able to wake up your system from hibernation via modem.
)Note: Use the SCU Password feature if you are setting up your system for kiosk presentations -
lock out the various ports and FDD, then lock the SCU so no one else can copy your data. (Warning:
the USB, optional IEEE 1394, and optional modem ports can’t be switched off.)
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Startup Menu (SCU)
4 – 7
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SYSTEM UTILITIES
SHARED MEMORY (MEMORY MENU)
Use this to adjust the amount of memory reserved for video functions. (The default is 8MB)
)Note: Some games, CAD applications, as well as higher resolutions, colors, or an (optional) sec-
ond monitor, perform better with more memory.
MEMORY MENU
FIG. 4 - 3
4 – 8
Memory Menu (SCU)
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IDE SETTINGS (DISKS MENU)
If you upgrade your Hard Disk Drive, be sure to carefully read its specifications. Use this submenu to set up the “best” connection.
)Note: The system automatically detects the HDD’s size.
VIRUS ALERT (DISKS MENU)
This will only tell you if the boot sector of your HDD has changed. This is NOT a substitute
for a good anti-virus utility. (The default is Disabled.)
)Note: You may want to turn this feature OFF while you are installing a new operating system.
DISKS MENU
FIG. 4 - 4
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Disks Menu (SCU)
4 – 9
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SYSTEM UTILITIES
COM PORTS (COMPONENTS MENU)
Refer to the instructions with your serial device to determine the appropriate settings.
)Note: The infrared port on the front of the system is “COM Port B”. By default, its operating mode
is set to FAST IR.
LPT PORT (COMPONENTS MENU)
Most newer printers recommend ECP or Bidirectional mode. (The default is ECP.)
COMPONENTS
MENU
FIG. 4 - 5
4 – 10
Components Menu (SCU)
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WAKEUP ON LAN (POWER MENU)
Enable this feature if you want your system to be able to be remotely waken up from standby
via LAN. (The default is Disabled.)
POWER MENU
FIG. 4 - 6
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Power Menu (SCU)
4 – 11
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SYSTEM UTILITIES
EXIT MENU
Choosing to use “Default Settings” and “Restore Settings” wipes out any changes. “Exit (No
Save)” will quit the SCU without making any changes, though if there are customized settings
from a previous session, they also won’t be changed.
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EXIT MENU
FIG. 4 - 7
4 – 12
Exit Menu (SCU)
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5 DRIVERS & UTILITIES
OVERVIEW
This chapter deals with installing the drivers and utilities essential to the operation or improvement of some of the LCD PC’s subsystems. The system takes advantage of some newer
hardware components for which the latest versions of most available operating systems haven’t
built in drivers and utilities. Thus, some of the system components won’t be auto-configured
with an appropriate driver or utility during operating system installation. Instead, you need to
manually install some system-required drivers and utilities. In this chapter, we group driver
and utility installation instructions by operating system. The following operating systems are
covered.
• Windows 98 Second Edition
• Windows Me
• Windows NT 4.0 (with Service Pack 6 or above)
• Windows 2000 Professional
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DRIVERS & UTILITIES
WHAT TO INSTALL
The Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual CD-ROM contains the drivers and utilities
necessary for the proper operation of the LCD PC except for the optional DVD or CD-RW
utilities which come with the device if it is part of your system configuration. The following
table lists what you need to install manually according to your choice of the operating system.
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NOTE FOR WINDOWS NT 4.0 USERS
Before you install Windows NT 4.0, you must do the following to ensure proper operation of
the OS:
1. Go to SCU (System Configuration Utility).
(To Enter SCU, start the system and press F2 immediately after the message “
F2 to Enter System Configuration Utility
2. Disable “USB Setting” under the Startup menu.
3. Save and exit SCU (under Exit menu).
” appears.
Press
ASSUMPTION
We assume that you will install all drivers and utilities from the built-in CD device and it is
assigned to Drive D:. In addition, all file extensions can be seen.
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DRIVERS & UTILITIES
WINDOWS 98 SECOND EDITION
This section covers driver and utility installation instructions for Windows 98 Second Edition.
VIDEO
1. Click Start (menu) > Run....
2. Navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\Video\Win9x\Setup.exe. Click Open > OK.
3. Follow the SiS630/730 Multimedia Package Setup on-screen instructions to install the drivers and
utilities.
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5 – 4
4. Restart
Windows
when the Setup Complete box appears.
LAN
)Note: The system may need some files from the Windows 98 second edition CD-ROM during or
after the installation process. Get the CD-ROM ready for use.
1. Click Start (menu) > Run....
2. Navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\LAN\Setup.exe. Click Open > OK.
3. Follow the SiS PCI Lan Driver Setup on-screen instructions to install the drivers and utilities.
4. Restart
Video & LAN Setup (Win98SE)
Windows
when the Setup Complete box appears.
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AUDIO
1. Click Start (menu) > Run....
2. Navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\Audio\Setup.exe. Click Open > OK.
3. Follow the SiS PCI Audio Driver Setup on-screen instructions to install the drivers and utilities.
)Note: The system will need some files from the Windows 98 second edition CD-ROM during in-
stallation. Get the CD-ROM ready for use.
4. Restart
Windows
when the Setup Complete box appears.
MODEM
)Note: You must first finish the audio setup (described above) and then install the modem driver.
1. Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click Control Panel. Double-click System (icon) and then
click Device Manager (tab).
2. Click “+” next to Other devices (if its subitems are not shown).
3. Double-click PCI Card and click Reinstall Driver (button).
4. When the
5. Select Specify a location, navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\MDC\Win98 and click OK > Next.
Then, follow the on-screen instructions to install the drivers.
6. After the updated driver is installed, click Finish. Then, close LP200 MDC Modem Properties and
Update Device Driver Wizard
appears, click Next > Next.
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System Properties (dialog box). The modem is ready for dial-up configuration.
Audio & Modem Setup (Win98SE)
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DRIVERS & UTILITIES
KEYBOARD (OPTIONAL)
You need to install the keyboard utility to be able to use the 9 system-specific function keys on
the upper row of the keyboard.
1. Click Start (menu) > Run.
2. Navigate (Browse) to D:\Drivers\Keyboard\Win98\English\KB9973E.exe. Click Open > OK.
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3. When the
utility.
4. Click Finish to restart
KB-9973 - InstallShield Wizard
Windows
.
appears, follow the on-screen instructions to install the
INFRARED PORT
)Note: The system will need some files from the
stallation. Get the CD-ROM ready for use.
1. Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click Control Panel. Double-click System (icon) and then
click Device Manager (tab).
2. Click “+” next to Network adapters (not Infrared devices) and double-click IrDA v3.0 Fast Infrared
Port.
3. Click Driver (tab) and then click Update Driver... (button).
4. When the
Update Device Driver Wizard
appears, click Next > Next.
Windows 98 Second Edition
CD-ROM during in-
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5. Select Specify a location, navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\Fir and click OK > Next.
6. Click Next when
7. Insert the
KB & Infrared Setup (Win98SE)
Windows 98 Second Edition
Windows
double-checks the location of driver (D:\Drivers\FiR\NSCIRDA.INF).
CD-ROM and click OK.
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8. When
Windows
indicates the file “nscirda.sys” cannot be found, remove the
Windows 98 Second
Edition
9. After the updated driver is installed, click Finish.
10. Close IrDA Fast Infrared Port Properties and System Properties (dialog box).
11. Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click Control Panel. Double-click Network (icon) to open
Network (dialog box).
12. Highlight IrDA Fast Infrared Port and click Properties (button) to open IrDA Fast Infrared Port
Properties (dialog box).
13. Click Advanced (tab), highlight Infrared Transceiver A (under Property) and select Vishay 6101E/
6501E (under Value). Then, click OK to close IrDA Fast Infrared Port Properties (dialog box).
14. Click OK to close Network (dialog box).
15. Restart
CD-ROM, insert the
Windows
for the new settings to take effect.
Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual
CD-ROM and then click OK.
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DRIVERS & UTILITIES
SAVE TO DISK (HIBERNATE)
To create a Save to Disk (Hibernate) file for Windows 98 Second Edition, do the following,
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1. Start the system at the DOS prompt with CD-ROM support.
2. Switch to D:\Drivers\BIOS\STD.
)Note: You can also copy the 0vmakfil.exe file to a floppy
disk and run it from Drive A.
3. Type 0vmakfil.exe -f#* and then press Enter.(* #: the size
of the memory your system comes with.)
Ex. Type 0vmakfil.exe -f64 and then press Enter. (Your
system comes with 64MB of memory.)
4. When the following message appears, it indicates the file
is successfuly created.
Data File Verified - Suspend-To-Disk is Enabled.
5. Restart
Windows
.
)Note: By default, a hidden file, 0vsus.dat, will be created
in the root directory of your Drive C.
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Checking the memory size
You can get memory-related information using SCU. To know the
total amount of the memory your
system comes with, add the
amount of video memory to that
of system memory (the number
shown in the Total RAM field in the
Memory box, 1MB = 1024KB).
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Note for Memory Upgrade
Before you increase your memory,
check to see if your Suspend-toDisk (Hibernate) file is large
enough (check the size of your
0vsus.dat file). To change the size
of the file, you need to rerun the
installation procedure.
doesn’t allow you to enable the
Hibernate support if the file is not
big enough.
Windows
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Save to Disk (Hibernate) (Win98SE)
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WINDOWS ME
This section covers driver and utility installation instructions for Windows Me.
VIDEO
1. Click Start (menu) > Run....
2. Navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\Video\Win9x\Setup.exe. Click Open > OK.
3. Follow the SiS630/730 Multimedia Package Setup on-screen instructions to install the drivers and
utilities.
4. Restart
Windows
when the Setup Complete box appears.
LAN
1. Click Start (menu) > Run....
2. Navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\LAN\Setup.exe. Click Open > OK.
3. Follow the SiS PCI Lan Driver Setup on-screen instructions to install the drivers and utilities.
4. Restart
Windows
when the Setup Complete box appears.
Video & LAN Setup (WinMe)
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DRIVERS & UTILITIES
AUDIO
1. Click Start (menu) > Run....
2. Navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\Audio\Setup.exe. Click Open > OK.
3. Follow the SiS PCI Audio Driver Setup on-screen instructions to install the drivers and utilities.
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4. Restart
)Note: After
the Speaker icon on the taskbar. Shutdown and restart
sound.
Windows
Windows
when the Setup Complete box appears.
restarts, you still won’t be able to hear any sound but should be able to see
Windows
and then you will be able to hear
KEYBOARD (OPTIONAL)
You need to install the keyboard utility to be able to use the 9 system-specific function keys on
the upper row of the keyboard.
1. Click Start (menu) > Run.
2. Navigate (Browse) to D:\Drivers\Keyboard\WinMe\English\KB9973EM.exe. Click Open > OK.
3. When the
utility.
KB-9973 - InstallShield Wizard
appears, follow the on-screen instructions to install the
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4. Click Finish to restart
Audio & Keyboard Setup (WinMe)
Windows
.
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MODEM
)Note: You must first finish the audio setup (described above) and then install the modem driver.
1. Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click Control Panel.
Double-click System (icon) and then click Device Manager
(tab).
2. Click “+” next to Other devices (if its subitems are not shown).
3. Double-click PCI Card and click Reinstall Driver (button).
4. When the
5. In the Select Other Driver window, select LP200 MDC Mo-
dem (Driver Description) +
D:\Drivers\MDC\WINME\AMRMW.INF (Location) and click
OK.
6. When the
7. After the new hardware device is installed, click Finish.
8. After the selected driver is installed, click Finish.
9. Then, close LP200 MDC Modem Properties and System
Properties (dialog box). The modem is ready for dial-up configuration.
Update Device Driver Wizard
Add New Hardware Wizard
appears, click Next.
appears, click Next.
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Modem Country
Selection
Be sure to check if the default setting for the modem
country selection is appropriate for you. (Control
Panel > Modem Settings
(icon) > Country)
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DRIVERS & UTILITIES
WINDOWS 2000 PROFESSIONAL
This section covers driver and utility installation for Windows 2000 Professional.
VIDEO
To be able to take full advantage of the video functions within Windows 2000 Professional, you
need to complete the following two-part installation procedure.
Part I: video driver installation
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1. Click Start (menu) > Run....
2. Navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\Video\Win2000\Setup.exe. Click Open > OK.
3. Follow the SiS630/730 Multimedia Package Setup on-screen instructions to install the drivers and
utilities.
4. Restart
Part II: AGP driver installation
1. Click Start (menu) > Run....
2. Navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\Video\Win2000\AGP\Setup.exe. Click Open > OK.
3. Follow the SiS Aceleration Graphic Port Setup on-screen instructions to install the driver.
4. Restart
Video Setup (Win2000Pro)
Windows
Windows
when the Setup Complete box appears.
when the Setup Complete box appears.
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LAN
1. Click Start (menu) > Run....
2. Navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\LAN\Setup.exe. Click Open > OK.
3. Follow the SiS PCI Lan Driver Setup on-screen instructions to install the drivers and utilities.
4. Restart
Windows
when the Setup Complete box appears.
AUDIO
1. Click Start (menu) > Run....
2. Navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\Audio\Setup.exe. Click Open > OK.
3. Follow the SiS PCI Audio Driver Setup on-screen instructions to install the drivers.
4. Restart
Windows
when the Setup Complete box appears.
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MODEM
)Note: You have to install the modem driver after installing the audio driver.
1. Click Start, point to Settings, click Control Panel.
2. Double-click System (icon) and click Hardware (tab) > Device Manager... (button).
3. Click “+” next to Other devices.
4. Double-click PCI Device. Then, click Reinstall Driver... (button).
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5. When the
6. Select Search for a suitable driver for my device under Install Hardware Device Drivers and click Next.
7. Select Specify a location under Locate Driver Files and
click Next.
8. Navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\MDC\Win2000
and click OK > Next.
9. When the driver is installed, click Finish to close the
Upgrade Device Driver Wizard
10. Close LP200 MDC Modem Properties and System
Properties (dialog box). (Your modem is ready for dialup configuration.)
Upgrade Device Driver Wizard
.
appears, click Next.
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Modem Country Selection
Be sure to check if the default setting for the modem
country selection is appropriate for you. (Control
Panel > Modem Settings
(icon) > Country)
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KEYBOARD (OPTIONAL)
To be able to use the 9 system-specific function keys on the upper row of the keyboard, you
need to install this utility.
1. Click Start (menu) > Run....
2. Navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\Keyboard\Win2000\English\KB9973E.exe. Click Open > OK.
3. Follow the KB-9973 Setup on-screen instructions to install the utility.
4. Click Finish to restart
Windows
.
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DRIVERS & UTILITIES
SIS IDE HARD DISK CONTROLLER
This SiS IDE utility enables the SiS IDE hard disk controller to operate at the faster mode
(DMA) right from system start. Without it, each time you start Windows, the hard disk controller won’t switch to DMA mode until a restart takes place. To install the utility, do either of
the following:
Method I:
1. Click Start (menu) > Run....
2. In Open, type the path: D:\Drivers\SiSIDE\SiSIDE.EXE /D.
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3. When the regmod box appears, click OK. Then, restart
Method II:
1. Click Start (menu) > Run....
2. Navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\SiSIDE\SiSIDE.EXE. Click Open > OK.
3. When the installation is finished (no message will be shown), restart
take effect.
Windows
for the settings to take effect.
Windows
for the settings to
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SiS IDE HDD Controller (Win2000Pro)
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WINDOWS NT 4.0 (WITH SERVICE PACK 6)
This section covers driver and utility installation instructions for Windows NT 4.0.
VIDEO
1. Click Start, point to Settings and click Control Panel. Double-click Display (icon) to open the Display Properties dialog box.
2. Click Settings (tab) > Display Type... (button).
3. Click Change... (button) under Adapter Type.
4. Click Have Disk..., navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\Video\WinNT40 and click Open > OK.
5. When you see SiS 630/730 highlighted in the Change Display box, click OK > Ye s.
6. Click OK when the system informs that the drivers were successfully installed.
7. Close both Display Type and Display Properties (dialog box).
8. Restart
Windows
for the changes to take effect.
Video Setup (WinNT40)
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DRIVERS & UTILITIES
LAN
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)Note: The system will need some files from the
process. Get the CD-ROM ready for use.
1. Click Start, point to Settings, and click Control Panel. Double-click Network (icon).
2. Click Yes when you are asked if you want to install Windows NT Networking.
3. When the
network and click Next.
4. Click Select from list... and Have Disk... to select your Network adapter.
5. In the Insert Disk box type the path: D:\Drivers\LAN\NT40 and click OK.
6. In the Select OEM Option box (SiS 900 PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter highlighted), click OK.
7. When
8. Then, select your network protocol(s) and service(s).
9. In the Windows NT Setup box, type the path where the original source of your Windows NT is (e.g.
D:\|386) and click Continue.
10. When the SiS 900 PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter Setup box appears, click Continue.
Network Setup Wizard
Windows
finds your network adapter “ SiS 900 PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter”, click Next.
appears, specify how your computer should participate on a
Windows NT 4.0
CD-ROM during the installation
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11. Specify if you wish to use DHCP.
12. Click Next for
13. Remove the
ROM
14. Then, specify your network bindings.
15. Click Next for
16. Then, follow the on-screen instructions.
17. Shut down and restart
LAN Setup (WinNT40)
and then click Retry if
Windows
Windows NT 4.0
Windows
to install selected components.
CD-ROM, insert the
Windows
to start the network.
Windows
indicates it can not locate some files.
for the new settings to take effect.
Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual CD-
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AUDIO
1. Click Start (menu) > Run....
2. Navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\Audio\Setup.exe and click Open > OK.
3. Follow the SiS PCI Audio Driver Setup on-screen instructions to install the driver.
4. Restart
Windows
when the Setup Complete box appears.
MODEM
)Note: You have to install the modem driver after installing the audio driver.
1. Click Start (menu) > Run....
2. Navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\MDC\WinNT40\Setup.exe. Click Open
> OK > Next.
3. Select COM3 or COM4 when you are asked to choose a Comm Port for
your modem and click Next.
4. In the Modem System Information: box, click Next.
5. Select Don’t detect my modem; I will select it from a list and click Next.
6. Click CLEVO and LP200 MDC Modem for the manufacturer and model
and click Next.
7. When asked on which ports you want to install it, select Selected Ports,
click COM3 and click Next.
8. Click Finish when you are told your modem has been set up successfully.
9. Close the Modems Properties dialog box and restart
Windows
. (Your
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Modem Country
Selection
Be sure to check if
the default setting for
the modem country
selection is appropriate for you. (Start
Menu > Programs >
LP200 MDC Modem
> Modem Country
Selection > Country)
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modem is ready for dial-up configuration.)
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KEYBOARD (OPTIONAL)
To be able to use the 9 system-specific function keys on the upper row of the keyboard, you
need to install this utility.
1. Click Start (menu) > Run....
2. Navigate (Browse...) to D:\Drivers\Keyboard\WinNT40\English\KB9973E.exe and click Open >
OK.
3. Follow the KB-9973 Setup on-screen instructions to install the utility.
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4. Click Finish to restart
Windows
.
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Keyboard Setup (WinNT40)
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6 Hardware Upgrades
OVERVIEW
This chapter covers hardware upgrades.
• Upgrading the system memory
• Upgrading the hard disk drive (HDD)
)Note: Replacing components involves the same procedures as upgrading them.
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HARDWARE UPGRADES
WHEN NOT TO UPGRADE
These procedures involve opening the system’s case, adding and sometimes replacing parts.
You should not perform any of these upgrades if:
• your system is still under warranty or a service contract
• you don’t have all the necessary equipment
• you’re not in the correct environment
• you doubt your abilities
Under any of these conditions, contact your dealer to purchase or replace the component(s).
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Warranty Warning
Check with your dealer to
make sure the upgrade
procedures you intend to
perform don’t violate your
warranty or service contract.
Upgrade Consideration
WHAT’S NEEDED
If you intend to do the work yourself, you will need:
• a clean, dry, and level work area
• a small Philips-head screwdriver
• a very thin flat-head screwdriver
You should also wear an anti-static wrist-strap (available from
most computer supply centers).
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SYSTEM MEMORY UPGRADE
The system can accommodate up to 512MB of
memory in two DIMM slots (a maximum of
256MB in each). It supports both PC100 and
PC133 specifications and uses the same type of
DIMM as conventional desktop systems. Perform the following steps to upgrade/replace system memory.
INSTALLING DIMMS
1. Make sure the system is turned off, you
are wearing an antistatic wrist strap and
you are in a dust/smoke-free environment.
2. Place the system with its LCD display fac-
A
G
3. Remove the 8 screws (A, B, C, D, E, F, G &
H) which hold the back cover and the rest
of the system together.
B
E
C
D
F
H
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ing down on a clean, dry, level surface.
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4. Carefully remove the back cover and put
it aside.
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HARDWARE UPGRADES
5. If you want to increase system
memory by changing DIMMs, release
the levers on the two ends of the DIMM
slot. As you do so, the module will rise
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slightly and remove the seated DIMM,
one DIMM at a time.
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Contact Warning
Be careful not to touch the
DIMM’s pins. Even the
cleanest hands have oils
which can attract particles,
and degrade the module’s
performance.
)Note for Windows 98 SE Hibernate Function
®®
®
®®
Users
check to see if your Hibernate-specific file is large enough
for the system to go into hibernation. It should be as large
as or larger than the size of your total memory. Refer to
Chapter 5, Drivers & Utilities, Windows 98 Second Edition,
Save to Disk (Hibernate)
Power Options in Windows 98 Second Edition
: Once you increase system memory, you have to
and
Chapter 3, Advanced Controls,
for details.
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6. Insert a DIMM in either slot at about a
o
angle. Grooves on the sides of the
20
module allow you to insert it only one
way. Make sure it is seated as far into
the slot as it will go. DO NOT FORCE IT.
The module should fit in without much
pressure. If there is a lot of resistance,
check to make sure the DIMM is properly
seated.
7. Click in the slot levers to secure the module.
8. Reinstall the back cover with the 8 screws
removed in step 3.
9. After changing the memory configura-
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tion, run SCU so the new total can be registered in the CMOS. (Refer to
System Utilities
.)
Chapter 4:
System Memory Upgrade
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6 – 5
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HARDWARE UPGRADES
HDD UPGRADE
You can replace your HDD with another 3.5”, 25.4mm high IDE HDD of the same or higher
capacity. There are two parts to this procedure, hardware and software.
HARDWARE
REMOVAL
1. Make sure the system is turned off, you are
wearing an antistatic wrist strap and you are
in a dust/smoke-free environment.
Model I
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6 – 6
A
2. Remove screw A. (Only Model I has this
screw.)
HDD Upgrade
3. Remove screw B.
B
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4. Pull the HDD cartridge out from its bay
until the HDD’s connectors are exposed.
5. Separate the HDD cartridge from the rest of
the system by disconnecting the HDD’s IDE
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HDD System Warning
New HDD’s are blank. So, before
you begin, make sure:
• You’ve backed up any data
you want to keep from your old
HDD onto another drive.
• You have all of the CDROMs, FDDs and other media you
need to install an operating system, and your applications.
• If you have access to the
Internet, download the latest application and hardware driver updates for the operating system
you plan to install, and copy them
onto a removable medium.
• You allow yourself enough
time to complete this procedure.
(hint: it usually takes twice as long
as you first estimated.)
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cable (C) and the power cable (D).
)Note: Both of these cables are a tight fit.
HDD Upgrade
6 – 7
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HARDWARE UPGRADES
6
6. Turn the HDD cartridge upside down.
G
E
H
F
7. Remove 4 screws (E, F, G & H) to
separate the HDD frame from the
cartridge casing.
I
J
K
INSTALLING AN UPGRADE HDD
Just reverse the removal procedure. However,
watch out for:
• Any special jumper settings – refer to the
documentation that came with the new
HDD. It should be configured as the “Master” drive. (This is usually the default setting.)
• The “Pin 1” connection with the IDE
cable – the cable’s Pin 1 line has a red
stripe.
SOFTWARE
After you replace or upgrade the HDD, and re-
6 – 8
L
M
N
8. Remove 6 screws (I, J, K, L, M & N)
to separate the HDD from its frame.
HDD Upgrade
assemble the system, turn it on.
Allow the system to auto-detect the new HDD,
or if necessary, run the System Configuration
Utility (SCU) to customize the system. Refer
to Chapter 4: System Utilities.
SETTING UP A NEW HDD
Follow your operating system’s installation instructions and install the necessary drivers and
utilities (refer to Chapter 5, Drivers & Utilities).
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7 Troubleshooting
OVERVIEW
This section is about what you should do if something goes wrong with your system. This
can’t anticipate every possible problem, but you should check here before you panic. If you
don’t find the answer in these pages, make sure you have followed the instructions carefully
and observed the safety precautions in the Preface. If all else fails, talk to your dealer. You
should also make a record of what happened and what remedies you tried.
7
Of course, if something goes wrong, it will happen at the most inconvenient time possible, so
you should preview this section just in case. If, after you’ve tried everything, and the system
still won’t cooperate, try turning it off for a few minutes and then rebooting. You will lose any
unsaved data, but it may start working again. Then, call your dealer or service representative.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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