FLATOP AF8 User Manual

This User Manual contains the warranty.

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presents dangers, warnings and reasons for caution when using this device.

presents notes on using the device.

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Please read this manual before you start to use it.

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T h i suser Manual was produced with careful consideration,

but please let us know if there is anything that is wrong or needs correcting.

T h i smanual may not, in whole or in part, be reproduced,

photocopied, transcribed, translated, or transmitted in whatsoever form without the prior permission of the manufacturer.

T h esize and appearance of this device may be changed for

improvement without notice.

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FCC Compliance 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 measure :

● Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

● Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

● Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

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

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B a t t e ry Warning Instruction

C a u t i o n

If battery is incorrectly replaced there poses a danger of explosion. Replace Battery only with same or equipment type

recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Fuse Warning Instruction

C a u t i o n

For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with same type and rating off use. Disconnect input power

before serving. Only connect this equipment to an earthed socket outlet.

Laser Product

Class 1 Laser Pro d u c t

This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a 〞CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT〞. To use this model properly, read this Owner’s Manual carefully and keep this manual for future reference. In case of any trouble with

this model, please contact your nearest〞Authorized Repair Center〞.

To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

C a u t i o n

The laser used in the CD-ROM drive can damage your eyes. Do not attempt to open the cover

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover(or back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Do not open the top cover of the drive and never touch the internal parts in order to avoid EXPOSURE TO INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION. When the power switch is On, do not place your eyes close to the foat panel opening door and other openings to look into the inside of the drive.

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I m p o rtant Safety Instru c t i o n s

The following instructions pertain to the risk of fire, electric shock or bodily injury. Please read all of these instructions carefully.

1. Save these instructions for later use.

2. Follow all of the instructions and warnings marked on this product or included in this manual.

3. Do not use this computer on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.

4. Slots and openings in the cabinet and back have been provided for ventilation. To ensure the reliable operation of your computer, and to protect in from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. Don′t use this product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

5. Never push objects of any kind into the computer through the cabinet openings, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electrical shock. Never spill liquid of any on the product.

6. This computer should only be connected to the AC power source indicated on your computer system′s information abel. If you are not sure of the type of AC power available, consult your dealer or local power company. Only connect this computer to a power outlet that matches the power requirements of this computer.

7 .Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord.

Do not locate this product where people will walk on the cord.

8. If you have to use an extension cord with this computer, make sure that the total amperage rating of all equipment plugged into it dose not exceed the amperage rating of the extension cord. Also, make sure that the total of all products plugged into the main AC power outlet dose not exceed 3.5amps.

9. Unplug your computer from the main electrical power outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

10. Do not use this computer near water.

11. This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third(grounding) pin.

This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert or replace your obsolete outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug.

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M a i n t e n a n c e

If the product does not operate normally, adjust only these controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and may require extensive repair work to restore the product to normal operation.

Unplug this product from the main power outlet and call for service under any of the following conditions :

A. If the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. B. If liquid has been spilled into the product. C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. D. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. E. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.

S t o p

If you ever have to remove the main system unit cover observe the following precautions :

A. The power supply cord must be unplugged before the main system unit cover is

removed.

B. Once removed, the cover must be replaced and screwed in position before the power

supply cord is plugged back in.

B e fo re You Start

1. Product Features 1 0

2. Equipment Checklist 11

3. Notes on Installation and Operation 1 2

I n t ro d u c t i o n

1. Appearance 1 4

2. Computer Status Indicator Panel 1 6

3. Connecting the Power Cord 1 7

Getting Start e d

1. Booting 1 8

2. Shutdown 2 1

3. Installing the Drivers 2 2

4. Using an External Monitor 4 3

5. Installing a Printer 4 5

6. Using a Wired Keyboard and a Mouse 4 9

7. Using a Wireless Keyboard and a Mouse 5 1

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Table of Contents

Good usage will give the p roduct a long life

Thank you for purchasing our F L ATO P product. In order to receive maximum e ffectiveness from this product, please read this manual before you start to use it.

Table of Contents

A dvanced Operat i o n s

1. Entering the System Setup 5 6

2. Turning the power on with the Keyboard 5 7

I m p roved Computer Pe r fo rm a n c e

1. Opening the Computer Cover 6 0

2. Composition of the Mainboard and Connectors 6 1

3. Improving the CPU performance 6 3

4. Expanding the Memory 6 4

5. Installing cards in the Expansion Slot 6 6

Tro u bl e s h o o t i n g 6 8

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Before You Start

EASY SCALABILITY

Expansion slot with

2PCI/1AMR Bus;2PCI or

1 PCI/AMR Bus

N E T W O R K

Realteck RTL 8139B

V I D E O

Support for Intel 810e

Chipset 3D

CACHE MEMORY

L2 cache memory

of 256KB

CD-ROM DRIVE

24X Slim size

S O U N D

Avance ALC AC′97

sound codec

M E M O RY

64MB DRAM,

expandable to 512MB

K E Y B O A R D/ M O U S E

Choose between

w i r e d / w i r e l e s s

keyboard and mouse

HIGH MOBILITY

light weight of 10.5kg

CPU

Intel PentiumⅢ( F C P G A )

S C R E E N

Vertical viewing angle

of -5°~ 2 5°, Horizontal

viewing angle (+left/-right)

of 120°, and vertical visible

screen angle of 90 °

Product Features

MODEL : AF8

LCD

1024 x 768 Max. resolution

and 16.7 million colors on

1 5 .1󱄦TFT LCD screen

Before You Start

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Check to make sure that you have all the following items. If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately.

F L ATO P

Key b o a rd

Mouse

Power Cabl e

User M a nu a l

F L ATO P C D s

Wi n d ows 98

CD and

I n s t a l l ation

boot disk

The FLATOP CDs contain the system programs, device drivers and utilities.

O p t i on: Wireless Keyboard, Wireless Mouse,

DVD-ROM DRIVE, Mic

Equipment Checklist

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Before You Start

A good installation environment gives the product a longer life. Please sit the product on a stable and secure surf a c e .

I n s t a l l ation Env i ro n m e n t

Notes on Installation and Operation

Maintain an optimum temperature and humidity;

5 - 2 5℃and 30%

Clean the LCD panel with a soft materials(such as cotton cloth)

Sit the product on a stable and

secure surface

Install the product in a w e l l - v e n t i l a t e d room, not exposed to direct sunlight.

Before You Start

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Damage caused by the user′s misuse or carelessness is not covered by the warranty service.

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Cautions in Use

Do not drop or shake the product.

Do not spill beverages, such as coffee, on the product

Do not scratch or jolt the LCD s u r f a c e .

Do not lift up the product by holding the LCD panel.

Do not spray any detergent directly onto the LCD screen. (lest you mark the screen p e r m a n e n t l y )

Do not insert any f o r e i g n substances into p r o d u c t .

Become familiar with the names of the extern a l C o m p o n e n t s

■ The Fro n t

This section describes the appearance and the various buttons and functions of the product. Please refer to the brief descriptions and names given in the illustrations in order to learn the functions of each c o m p o n e n t .

M i c r o p h o n e Power Button

Speaker V o l u m e

CD-ROM DRIVE

Built-in Speaker

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LCD Screen Brightness

Status Indicator Panel

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Built-in Speaker

This 392(W)mm x 430(H) sized product provides a space-saving feature and the display gives vertical viewing angles between -5°and 25 °and a clean screen quality even when you view it from the side.

▶ Built-in Microphone (option)

▶ Power can be turned On or Off

when the power cord is connected to a wall outlet (standby mode)

▶ adjusts the speaker volume

▶ 24X Slim size CD-ROM drive

▶ Max. 5W output

▶ 16.7 million colors at 1024 x 768 Max.

r e s o l u t i o n

▶ Adjusts the LCD Screen Brightness

▶ Indicates the current status of

o p e r a t i o n

▶ Max. 5W output

▶ 1.44 Floppy Disk Drive

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I n t r o d u c t i o n

Appearance

I n t r o d u c t i o n

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Serial Port

■ The Back

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Parallel Port

Mouse Connector

Video Connector

Selector Switch for Keyboard

Line in

M i c r o p h o n e

J o y s t i c k / M i d i

Wireless Keyboard ID Reset Switch

Keyboard Connector

▶ Select between wired and

wireless keyboard

▶ Output terminal for

external speakers

▶ Game port and Midi

▶ Terminal for External

M i c r o p h o n e

▶ The reset switch for the

wireless keyboard ID

▶ External monitor

connection point

▶ PS/2 type mouse connector

▶ Communication port (COM1)

▶ Printer port (LPT1)

▶ PS/2 type keyboard connector

Speaker Out

USB Port

Power Connector

RJ-45 Port

▶ Input for 240V/100V

p o w e r

▶ 1 0 / 1 0 0 M b p s

Ethernet port

▶ Port for USB

c o n n e c t i o n

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I n t r o d u c t i o n

:When this light is on, it means the computer′s

power is on.

: When this light is on, it means the computer

is accessing the internal hard disk.

Power-On Indicator L i g h t

HDD In Use Indicator

L i g h t

These indicator

lights are on

when a wireless

keyboard is being

u s e d !

The computer status indicator panel shows the current operation of the computer. There is a symbol for each indicator light on F L AT O P′s indicator panel for the user to easily understand the current status of the computer.

R e d : Normal power-on

Green : HDD in use

Green: NUM LOCK in use

Green: CAPS LOCK in use

Green: SCROLL LOCK in use

Computer Status Indicator Panel

NUM LOCK

CAPS LOCK

SCROLL LOCK

This indicates that the number keypad of the FLATOP wireless keyboard

This indicates that the alphabet can be used only in capitals

The arrow keys can be used as the keys for screen adjustment

POWER-ON HDD In Use NUM LOCK CAPS LOCK SCROLL LOCK

I n t r o d u c t i o n

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Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the back of the computer as shown below.

Connect the other end to the 240V/100V wall outlet.

When the computer is connected to the wall outlet, but is not being used, it will automatically switch to standby mode.

The FLATOP voltage is automatically set between 100V and 240V without using a conversion switch.

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When the computer is in the standby mode pressing either the power button or any key can start the computer.

Connecting the Power Cord

Power connector

Power cord

Wall outlet

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Getting Started

Power button

If you press the power button softly, as shown below, the power indicator light turns on.

Please make sure that the keyboard, mouse and other peripheral devices are correctly connected before you turn the computer on.

B o o t i n g

■For turning the power on using the key b o a rd

If using Keyboard/Mouse Power On in the [Integrated Peripherals] section in CMOS Setup utillty, you can turn the computer on by entering the password.

HDD indicator light

Power-On indicator light

(please refer to page 47)

Getting Started

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The first thing you have to do when you turn the computer on for the first time

A window appears prompting you to enter information about yourself. Enter your name and your company, and click the

b u t t o n .

A window showing the license agreement appears. Select A g r e e and click the

b u t t o n .

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The authentication window appears. Enter the product number provided in the Windows 98 User M a n u a l (enclosed with the computer). Enter the number and click the

b u t t o n .

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Getting Started

Click the button in the start wizard window.

Windows 98 starts.

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FLATOP has a variety of software, including Microsoft Windows 98, installed in its hard disk. Please read the Windows 98 User′s Manual carefully to gain insight into its operation.

Getting Started

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Computer Shutdown

Click S t a rtand select Shut downto turn the

computer of f .

The computer turns off automatically after 3~4 seconds

When you are not use the computer for a long period of time, moving it or cleaning it, please

be sure to disconnect

the computer from the wall outlet.

S h u t d o w n

Please follow this method if the computer does not operate n o r m a l l y,or if it needs a restart due to an error occurring.

1. Click <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Del> keys.

2. Press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or more, and release it.

( When the computer does not restart as in No.1 above )

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Getting Started

Double-click the My Computer icon on the desktop. Right-Button click the CD-ROM disk and select O p e n.

Double-click the I N F _ U P D AT E f o l d e r. Run the Setup.

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How to install INF_UPDAT E

If Unknown deviceis indicated in the Device Manager of the System other device Properties dialog box, follow this procedure.

Installing the Drivers

Getting Started

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Click the button to continue the setup.

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Select the button in the S o f t w a r e License Agreement. When the setup is complete, restart the system.

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FLATOP AF8 User Manual

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Frequently Asked Questions

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