Gericom 2XXCS User Manual
72-21C00-010 Printed in Taiwan
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1999
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 GETTING STARTED .................................................................... 1-1
U
NPACKING THE NOTEBOOK
F
EATURES OF THE NOTEBOOK
Opening the LCD Cover.................................................................................. 1-3
Power button............................................................................................................. 1-4
System Status LED Indicators .................................................................................. 1-5
Top-Front View ............................................................................................... 1-6
LCD Panel ................................................................................................................ 1-6
Stereo Speakers ........................................................................................................ 1-7
Trackpad and Buttons ............................................................................................... 1-7
Microphone .............................................................................................................. 1-7
Rear View ........................................................................................................ 1-8
AC-in Socket ............................................................................................................ 1-8
Dual USB Ports ........................................................................................................ 1-8
RCA Jack .................................................................................................................. 1-8
External Monitor (CRT) Port .................................................................................... 1-9
Expansion Port ......................................................................................................... 1-9
Parallel Port .............................................................................................................. 1-9
Right-side View ............................................................................................. 1-10
Removable 3.5” Floppy Disk Drive ....................................................................... 1-10
Infrared ................................................................................................................... 1-11
Removable 5.25” CD-ROM Drive ......................................................................... 1-11
Phone Jack (option) ................................................................................................ 1-11
Speaker-out Jack ..................................................................................................... 1-11
Line-in Jack ............................................................................................................ 1-11
Microphone-in Jack ................................................................................................ 1-12
Right-side Stand ..................................................................................................... 1-12
Left-side View ............................................................................................... 1-13
Left-side Stand........................................................................................................ 1-13
Ventilation .............................................................................................................. 1-13
Removable 2.5” Hard Disk Drive Module ............................................................. 1-14
PC Card Sockets ..................................................................................................... 1-14
Battery Pack ........................................................................................................... 1-14
Bottom View ................................................................................................. 1-15
CD-ROM latch ....................................................................................................... 1-15
................................................................................ 1-2
.............................................................................. 1-3
Hard Disk Drive latch ............................................................................................. 1-15
CPU Cover ............................................................................................................. 1-16
Battery Pack latch ................................................................................................... 1-16
Floppy Disk Drive latch ......................................................................................... 1-16
O
PERATING ENVIRONMENT
P
OWERING THE SYSTEM
................................................................................ 1-17
..................................................................................... 1-18
AC Power Adapter ........................................................................................ 1-18
Battery Pack .................................................................................................. 1-19
Removing ............................................................................................................... 1-19
Inserting .................................................................................................................. 1-19
Recharging by AC Power ....................................................................................... 1-20
Proper Handling of the Battery Pack ...................................................................... 1-20
CHAPTER 2 OPERATION.................................................................................. 2-1
U
PGRADING THE PROCESSOR
............................................................................... 2-2
Replacing the Processor .................................................................................. 2-3
Reinstalling the Processor ............................................................................... 2-3
Reinstalling the Heat Sink ............................................................................... 2-5
S
ETTING THE
DIP S
WITCH
.................................................................................... 2-6
Updating the Flash ROM BIOS ...................................................................... 2-6
Accessing the 8-Pole DIP Switch (SW1) ........................................................ 2-6
E
XPANDING MEMORY
.......................................................................................... 2-7
Accessing the Memory Sockets....................................................................... 2-8
Installing the Memory Module ........................................................................ 2-9
Removing the Memory Module .................................................................... 2-10
U
SING THE HARD DISK DRIVE
........................................................................... 2-11
Removing the Hard Disk Drive Module........................................................ 2-11
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive ..................................................................... 2-12
Inserting the Hard Disk Drive Module .......................................................... 2-12
U
SING FLOPPY DISK DRIVE
................................................................................ 2-13
Inserting/Removing the Diskettes ................................................................. 2-13
Replacing the Floppy Disk Drive .................................................................. 2-14
Write-Protecting Diskettes ............................................................................ 2-15
Do’s and Don’ts ............................................................................................. 2-15
U
SING THE
CD-ROM ......................................................................................... 2-16
Removing the CD-ROM Module .................................................................. 2-17
Loading the Compact Discs .......................................................................... 2-18
Handling of the Compact Discs ..................................................................... 2-19
U
SING THE PC CARD SOCKETS
.......................................................................... 2-20
Inserting the PC Cards ................................................................................... 2-20
Removing the PC Cards ................................................................................ 2-21
U
SING THE HOT KEYS
U
SING THE NUMERIC KEYPAD
U
SING THE POWER MANAGEMENT
........................................................................................ 2-22
............................................................................ 2-24
..................................................................... 2-25
Advanced Power Management (APM 1.2) .................................................... 2-25
Hard Disk Standby ................................................................................................. 2-26
Global Standby ....................................................................................................... 2-26
Suspend and Resume .............................................................................................. 2-26
Powered On Suspend (POS) ................................................................................... 2-27
Suspend To Disk (STD) .......................................................................................... 2-28
A
TTACHING THE PERIPHERAL DEVICES
.............................................................. 2-29
Attaching a Phone Line (option) ................................................................... 2-29
Attaching a PS/2 Keyboard or Mouse ........................................................... 2-30
Attaching a Serial Mouse .............................................................................. 2-31
Attaching a Parallel Printer ........................................................................... 2-32
Attaching an External Monitor (CRT) ........................................................... 2-33
Attaching a Proprietary Port Replicator ........................................................ 2-34
Attaching a Video Input Device .................................................................... 2-35
Attaching a TV Set ........................................................................................ 2-36
Attaching a USB-compatible Device ............................................................ 2-37
CHAPTER 3 BIOS UTILITIES .......................................................................... 3-1
P
OWER ON SELF TEST
(POST) ............................................................................. 3-2
POST Message: Normal Operation ................................................................. 3-2
POST Message: Error Detected ....................................................................... 3-3
S
YSTEM CONFIGURATION UTILITY
....................................................................... 3-4
Information in the System Configuration Utility ............................................ 3-4
Initiating the System Configuration Utility ..................................................... 3-5
Working with the Menu Bar (Main Menu) ...................................................... 3-6
Working with the Pull-down Menu (Submenu) ............................................... 3-7
Features of the System Configuration Utility .................................................. 3-8
Startup Menu ............................................................................................................ 3-8
Memory Menu ........................................................................................................ 3-10
Disks Menu ............................................................................................................ 3-11
Components Menu.................................................................................................. 3-12
Power Menu ........................................................................................................... 3-15
Exit Menu ............................................................................................................... 3-18
CHAPTER 4 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................ 4-1
B
ATTERY
.............................................................................................................. 4-2
P
OWER
................................................................................................................. 4-3
H
ARD DISK DRIVE
F
LOPPY DISK DRIVE
H
ARDWARE INSTALLATION
LCD P
ANEL
M
EMORY MODULE
PC C
ARD
.............................................................................................................. 4-8
B
OOT PASSWORD
A
UDIO
.................................................................................................................. 4-9
............................................................................................... 4-5
............................................................................................. 4-5
................................................................................... 4-6
.......................................................................................................... 4-6
............................................................................................... 4-7
................................................................................................. 4-9
CD ..................................................................................................................... 4-10
P
RINTER
............................................................................................................. 4-11
ATI DVD P
LAY (OPTIONAL
) .............................................................................. 4-12
CHAPTER 5 INSTALLING DRIVERS .............................................................. 5-1
P
REPARATION
I
NSTALLING WINDOWS 95 (FOR REFERENCE
I
NSTALLING WINDOWS 98 (FOR REFERENCE
I
NSTALLING DRIVERS IN WINDOWS
....................................................................................................... 5-2
) ...................................................... 5-2
) ....................................................... 5-4
95 ................................................................. 5-5
Step 1: Run USB supplement path update file ................................................ 5-5
Step 2: Installing TXPATCH Driver ................................................................ 5-5
Step 3: Installing VGA Driver ......................................................................... 5-5
Step 5: Installing PCMCIA driver ................................................................... 5-6
Step 6: Installing Video-in Driver ................................................................... 5-7
Step 7: Installing ATI DVD Play Driver (Option) ........................................... 5-8
Step 8: Using Infrared Wireless Communication ............................................ 5-8
I
NSTALLING DRIVERS IN WINDOWS NT
4.0 .......................................................... 5-9
Step 1: Installing VGA Driver ......................................................................... 5-9
Step 2: Installing Audio Driver ...................................................................... 5-10
I
NSTALLING DRIVERS IN WINDOWS
98 ............................................................... 5-11
Step 1: Installing VGA Driver ....................................................................... 5-11
Step 2: Installing Audio Driver ...................................................................... 5-11
Step 3: Installing PCMCIA Driver ................................................................ 5-12
Step 4: Installing Video-in Driver ................................................................. 5-12
Step 5: Installing ATI DVD Play Driver (Option) ......................................... 5-13
A
PPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS
A
PPENDIX B:
I/O P
ORT PIN ASSIGNMENTS
.................................................................................. I
............................................................. V
Safety Notice
The computer is a delicate device that requires careful handling.
Negligence or mistaken use may cause serious damage. Before you learn to
operate or use this computer, you need to understand the instruction
regarding safety handling.
The following mentions the incorrect handling that is seriously inhibited. To
keep the computer from being damaged, please keep these precautions in
your mind.
Do not turn off the power in
operation.
Do not turn off the peripheral device
when the light is on.
Do not place the computer on
unstable surface.
Do not touch the poisonous liquid
when the LCD is broken.
Do not disassemble the computer
Do not place anything heavy on the
yourself.
Do not touch power cord by wet hand. Do not use broken power cord.
Keep the computer away from any
metal appliance.
computer.
Do not throw the computer or
accessories into fire.
The following mentions the actions that are important for your computer. To
keep your computer in the most excellent condition, please follow the
instruction as much as possible.
If there is unusual odor, heat or
smoke, unplug the power cord
immediately.
Follow the use instruction in taking
airplane.
Unplug the power cord in attaching
peripheral device.
Use the same brand of peripheral
device.
Maintain your computer regularly. Do not place heavy thing on the power
cord.
Affix tap to the contact plate while
putting the battery into keeping box.
The data is easy to lose in low power
status.
Take a rest after a long time of work.
Please keep the computer away from
humid environment.
Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions to describe, identify, and
highlight terms and operating procedures.
Text Conventions
Text in boldface contains messages that are important for safe operation.
Please read.
Characters in boldface represent specific items or keys, e.g. CardBus, Fn
key.
File names are presented in bold capitals, e.g. A:\>0VMAKFIL ————Pn.
Abbreviations
For the purpose of clarity, abbreviations are enclosed in parentheses
following their definition; for example, Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) mode.
Icons
Icons identify ports and jacks of the notebook computer. The system status
indicators are also identified with their relative icons.
Keys
Keys appear in boldface. A plus sign (+) between two keys indicates that
they should be pressed simultaneously.
Messages
Note: A note is an advice that helps you make best use of your
notebook computer. Please read.
Ergonomics
Developing good work habits are important if you need to work in front of the
computer for long periods of time. Improper work habits can result in
discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or
other joints. The following are some tips to reduce the strain:
Adjust the chair and desk to make your elbow height near the height of
keyboard. Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands in a relaxed position.
Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. Place your feet flat
on the floor or on a footrest if necessary.
Use a chair with a back and adjust it to support your lower back
comfortably.
Sit straight so that your knees, hips and elbows form approximately 90°
angles when you are working.
Lighting
Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce the eye
strain and muscle fatigue in your neck and shoulders.
Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting
or outside light sources.
Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to
levels that allow you to see the screen clearly.
Position the display directly in front of you at a comfortable viewing
distance.
Adjust the display viewing angle to find the best position.
In addition, continuous concentration on computing work can result in
discomfort and injury. Remember to:
Alter your posture frequently.
Stretch and exercise your body several times a day.
Take periodic breaks when you work at the computer for long periods of
time. Frequent and short breaks are of greater benefit than fewer and
longer breaks.
Chapter 1 Getting Started
This chapter provides you with the introduction to the Notebook Computer. It
will familiarize you to the computer’s features, components, operating
environment and the power sources.
Unpacking the Notebook
Features of the Notebook
Operating environment
Powering the system
Chapter 1—Getting Started 1-1
Unpacking the Notebook
Carefully unpack the Notebook Computer and the included accessories
(Figure 1-1). If there is any discrepancy or problem, contact your dealer
immediately. Be sure to save the packing materials in the event that the
notebook needs to be shipped in the future. The shipping carton should
contain the following items:
❍ Notebook computer
❍ CD for Drivers
❍ PS/2 Transfer Cable
❍ Carrying Bag
❍ User’s Manual
❍ Battery Pack
❍ Utilities Diskette
❍ Power Cord
❍ Power Adapter
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Figure 1-1
Features of the Notebook
Opening the LCD Cover
1. Push the latch towards the right to open the top cover. (Figure 1-2)
2. Lift the top cover to reveal the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) panel and
the keyboard.
3. Adjust the LCD panel to a comfortable viewing angle.
4. Press the power button to turn the system on or off (Figure 1-4).
Figure 1-2
Figure 1-3
Chapter 1—Getting Started 1-3
System Status Indicators
Figure 1-4
Power button
Figure 1-5
Power button
Use this button to turn the system on or off (Figure 1-4). After proper
configuration under SCU (System Configuration Utilities), this button can
be used as suspend/resume hot button (refer to Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities,
Power Menu for more information).
Note: After turning off the system, wait for a few seconds to power it on
again.
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System Status LED Indicators
The LED indicators show the system’s operation status (see Figure 1-4 &
1-5).
Icon Color Description
Green Battery power is used with the system
turning on.
Red AC power is used with the system turning
on.
Blinking Red Battery power is critically low.
Green 1st Battery is fully charged.
Red 1st Battery is being charged.
Green 2nd Battery is fully charged.
Red 2nd Battery is being charged.
Green The embedded numeric keypad feature is
activated
Green The Caps Lock feature is activated.
Green The Scroll Lock feature is activated.
Green The system has entered the configured
suspend mode.
Green The hard disk is being accessed.
Chapter 1—Getting Started 1-5
Top-Front View
➊
➎
➌
➍
Figure 1-6
➋
➊ LCD Panel
The Notebook is equipped with a LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) panel.
Depending upon the model you have purchased, the display screen can
be a 13.3” or 14.1” XGA TFT color panel. The notebook’s LCD panel
supports up to 1024×768×16M resolution. The LCD panel is driven by a
AGP bus video controller with 4MB video memory.
➋ Keyboard
The Notebook uses an 88-key keyboard in which the numeric keypad is
embedded. It supports Windows 95 by incorporating two Windows 95
special keys. The notebook keyboard design emulates a full-sized
desktop one and supports various language versions. Please refer to
chapter 2: Operation for more information on using keyboard.
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➌ Stereo Speakers
Two built-in speakers provide clear stereo sound.
➍ Trackpad and Buttons
The pointing device features a sensitive glide pad for precise movements.
It is compatible with the IBM PS/2 mouse. The buttons of the trackpad
function as those of a standard mouse.
➎ Microphone
This is the built-in microphone for recording sound into your applications.
Chapter 1—Getting Started 1-7
Rear View
➊ ➋ ➌ ➍ ➎ ➏ ➐ ➑ ➒
➊ AC-in Socket
Plug the AC adapter into this socket for power supply. Pull the plug (not
the cord) directly back to disconnect.
➋ Dual USB Ports
The dual Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports simplify the expansion
capability for peripheral devices. You can optionally connect the USB
Figure 1-7
devices such as a mouse, keyboard or monitor to the notebook.
➌ S-video Jack
Use this jack to transmit video signal to a TV set. You may need to
select the video standard (NTSC/PAL) for video display (please refer to
Chapter 3, Components Menu for more information).
➍➍➍➍ RCA Jack
This jack accepts analog composite signals from external video devices,
e.g. CCD Camera, Camcord.
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➎ External Monitor (CRT) Port
The External Monitor uses a 15-pin connector for connecting an external
CRT monitor. Simultaneous display in LCD screen and external CRT
monitor is available.
➏ Expansion Port
The Expansion port uses a 176-pin Docking connector for connecting a
Port Replicator.
➐ Parallel Port
The Parallel Port uses a 25-pin female connector for connecting a parallel
printer or other parallel devices. This parallel port supports EPP
(Enhanced Parallel Port) V1.7/V1.9 and ECP (Extended Capabilities Port)
modes.
➑ Serial Port
The RS-232C serial port uses a 9-pin male connector for connecting an
external serial mouse, serial printer or fax/modem.
➒ PS/2 Type Ports
The PS/2 Type Port uses 6-pin connector for connecting an external PS/2
type mouse or keyboard.
Chapter 1—Getting Started 1-9
Right-side View
➊ ➋ ➌ ➍ ➎ ➏ ➐ ➑
Figure 1-8
Figure 1-9
➊ Removable 3.5” Floppy Disk Drive
The Notebook comes standard with a removable 3.5” 1.44MB floppy
drive installed in a bay. The floppy disk drive module can be replaced with
optional drive units, such as a 12.7mm high 2.5” hard disk drive, a
12.7mm high LS-120 120MB floppy drive or a secondary battery pack.
(Please refer to Chapter 2: Operation for more information on using
floppy disk drive.)
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➋ Infrared
The notebook is equipped with an infrared feature that allows the
communication with an infrared-compatible device. The Infrared port
supports IrDA (HPSIR) 1.1 mode, Amplitude Shifted Keyed IR (ASKIR)
mode, and Fast IR (FIR) mode.
➌ Removable 5.25” CD-ROM Drive
The notebook comes standard with a 24-speed 5.25” CD-ROM drive. The
removable CD-ROM drive module can be replaced with the optional drive
units, such as a 12.7mm high DVD-ROM drive, or a third Hard Disk drive.
(Please refer to the Chapter 2: Operation for more information on using
the CD-ROM.)
➍ Phone Jack (option)
The phone jack is used to support the built-in modem. You can attach a
phone line to the jack and insert a modem card (optional) into the modem
socket on the mainboard.
➎ Speaker-out Jack
Headphone or speakers can be attached to the system through this jack.
➏ Line-in Jack
External audio source can be fed into the Notebook through this jack.
Chapter 1—Getting Started 1-11
➐ Microphone-in Jack
Connect an external microphone to the system.
➑ Right-side Stand
Move this stand (together with the left one) to adjust the typing angle. If a
high speed CPU is installed on the system, erecting the stands on both
sides will be necessary for heat dissipation during operation. (Figure 1-9)
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Left-side View
➊ ➋ ➌ ➍ ➎
Figure 1-10
Figure 1-11
➊ Left-side Stand
Move this stand (together with the right one) to adjust the typing angle.
If a high speed CPU is installed on the system, erecting the stands on
both sides will be necessary for heat dissipation during operation (Figure
1-11).
➋ Ventilation
The Notebook provides ventilation to dissipate the system’s operating
heat. Do not block or obstruct it during operation.
Chapter 1—Getting Started 1-13
➌ Removable 2.5” Hard Disk Drive Module
The notebook comes standard with a removable 2.5-inch IDE Hard Disk
Drive with a height of 12.7mm installed in a bay. (Please refer to Chapter
2: Operation for more information on using Hard Disk Drive.)
➍ PC Card Sockets
The notebook provides two Type II or one Type III PC card socket. Both
sockets will expand the system capabilities when a PC card is inserted.
(Please refer to Chapter 2: Operation for more information on Using PC
Card socket.)
➎ Battery Pack
The notebook comes with a rechargeable battery pack that lets you
operate the computer without an external power source.
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