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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFPREF
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Symbols and Conventions
Protecting Your Notebook - Avoid Abusive Handling and Adverse Environment
Section Summaries
1.1.
GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICSGETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS
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BIOS SETUPBIOS SETUP
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BIOS SETUP
2.2.
BIOS SETUPBIOS SETUP
Performance Features
System at a Glance
Top View
Rear View
Right-side View
Lift-side View
Bottom View
LED Status Indicators
LED System Indicators
KeyBoard
Function (Hot) Keys
Entering the BIOS Setup Screen
Leaving the BIOS Setup Screen
BIOS Action Keys
Modifying the BIOS Settings
The Setup Main Menu
The Menu of Standard CMO Setup
The Menu of Advanced CMO Setup
The Menu of Power Management Setup
The Menu of Peripheral Setup
The Security Issue by Using Password Protection
The Option of Auto Dectect Hard Disk
The Option of Auto Configuration with Optimal Settings
The Option of Auto Configuration with Fail-safe Settings
The Option of Save Settings And Exit
The Option of Exit Without Saving
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The Battery Pack
Ni-MH / Lithium-Ion Battery
Actions to Battery Warning
Removing and Installing the Battery Pack
To Detach the Battery Pack
To Install the Battery Pack
Charging the Battery and Charging Time
Checking the Battery Level
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Prolonging the Battery’s Life and Usage Cycles
Using Power Management
Suspend Mode
The Suspend Button
The LCD Panel Switch
Power Consumption of the LCD Panel
Creating Save To Disk Partition (or File)
Windows 95/98 Power Management Feature
4.4.
UPGRADING YOUR NOTEBOOKUPGRADING YOUR NOTEBOOK
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UPGRADING YOUR NOTEBOOK
4.4.
UPGRADING YOUR NOTEBOOKUPGRADING YOUR NOTEBOOK
Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive
Expanding the Hard Disk Drive
Upgrading the System Memory
Expanding the DIMM Module in the Original Socket
Installing the DIMM Module in the Expansion Socket
Removing the DIMM Module in the Expansion Socket
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TROUBLE SHOOTINGTROUBLE SHOOTING
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TROUBLE SHOOTINGTROUBLE SHOOTING
First Step
Audio Problems
Hard Disk Problems
CD-ROM Problems
Floppy Disk Problems
Display Problems
Keyboard and Pointing Device Problems
COMS Problems
Infrared Problems
Memory Problems
Modem Problems
Network Problems
PC Card (PCMCIA) Problems
Performance Problems
Power, Start, and Battery Problems
Printing Problems
Serial, Parallel, and USB Problems
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Appendix Appendix
Appendix
Appendix Appendix
Appendix BAppendix B
Appendix B Special VGA Functions
Appendix BAppendix B
Appendix CAppendix C
Appendix C Regulatory Notices
Appendix CAppendix C
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A Product Specification
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Windows 98 Display Driver Installation / Update
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Preface
Using This ManualUsing This Manual
Using This Manual
Using This ManualUsing This Manual
This User`s Manual contains general information about your notebook, hardware and
software setup information, troubleshooting, and technical specifications.
Symbols and ConventionsSymbols and Conventions
Symbols and Conventions
Symbols and ConventionsSymbols and Conventions
The following conventions and symbols are used in this manual:
n When keys are to be pressed at the same time, a plus (+) symbol is used. For
instance, Fn+F7 means holding Fn and F7 keys at the same time.
n The file names are printed in uppercase type. For instance, WELCOME.EXE.
n When a series of clicking actions is needed in Windows O/S, [ ] and > symbols
are used. For instance, [Start > Settings > Control Panel > Multimedia] means
clicking the Start icon first, then the Settings, then the Control Panel, then the
Multimedia icon.
n When you need to make a selection with the touch pad (or mouse), you will be
asked to `select` or `click` the item.
Note: Text in this format and symbol
means specific instructions, commentary, sidelights, or any additional
information or notes that you should be
aware of.
Warning: Text is this format and
symbol means that failures to
comply with the given instructions or
information could result in damage
to your notebook or could cause
bodily harm or loss of life.
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Do not expose the notebook to direct sunlight or place it near sources of heat.
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Do not subject it to temperatures below 0oC (32oF) or above 50oC (122oF).
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Do not expose the notebook to magnetic fields.
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Do not expose the notebook to moisture or rain.
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Do not spill water or liquid on the notebook.
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Do not subject the computer to adverse shock and vibration.
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Do not expose the notebook to dust and dirt.
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Do not place objects on top of the notebook to avoid damaging the notebook.
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Do not place the notebook on rocky surfaces, uneven work place, or any fabric/
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Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it.
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Carefully tuck away the power cord and any cables away from pedestrian traffic.
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This notebook should be disconnected from the mains by pulling the main
power cord / mains plug.
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Keep the adapter away from children.
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The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the
ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord.
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The total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should
not exceed the fuse rating.
Here are some ways of taking care of your battery pack.Here are some ways of taking care of your battery pack.
Here are some ways of taking care of your battery pack.
Here are some ways of taking care of your battery pack.Here are some ways of taking care of your battery pack.
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Use only factory-original batteries of the same kind as replacements.
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Turn off the power or enter suspend mode before removing or replacing batteries.
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Do not tamper with the sealed battery pack.
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Keep the battery pack away from children.
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Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations.
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Do not expose the battery pack to fire and recycle them if at all possible.
When cleaning the notebook, observe these steps:When cleaning the notebook, observe these steps:
When cleaning the notebook, observe these steps:
When cleaning the notebook, observe these steps:When cleaning the notebook, observe these steps:
1.1.
1 . Power off the notebook and remove the battery pack.
1.1.
2.2.
2 . Disconnect the AC adapter.
2.2.
3.3.
3 . Use a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
3.3.
Contact your dealer or see your service technician if any of the followingContact your dealer or see your service technician if any of the following
Contact your dealer or see your service technician if any of the following
Contact your dealer or see your service technician if any of the followingContact your dealer or see your service technician if any of the following
occurs:occurs:
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Notebook has been dropped or the body has been damaged.
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Liquid has been spilled into the product.
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The notebook does not operate normally.
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Section 1 GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS
SECTION 1
GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS
This section introduces the features and components of the notebook.
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Performance Features
n High Performance Processor
n AGP Graphics
n Advanced 3D Graphics and Hardware Accelerated
MPEG2/DVD Playback
The notebook is equipped with the supreme computing
power of Intel Celeron / PIII Processor, which provides
awesome performance and data processing with 128K
/ 256K integrated Level II Cache.
By adapting an 2D/3D video processor with integrated
Super UltraAGP technology and advanced 64-bit
graphic display interface, the system delivers AGP 4x
performance, up to 2 GB/s memory bandwidth and
perform high quality graphics capabilities.
Hardware accelerated playback gives you smooth
video playback with no discernible frame drops. 3D
graphics also lets your games achieve more realism.
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n Mass Storage Capability
The system offers upgradable hard drive, allowing
users to increase the storage capacity as the need
arises.
n High Flexibility Design
The notebook provides one additional expansion
compartment for the memory upgrade. User may
increase the amount of memory by adding a dual inline
memory module, and in any combination for system
memory expansion up to 512 MB.
n Large LCD Display
The active-matrix XGA 13.3-inch TFT display (or 14.1-
inch TFT XGA in some model) panel provides clear and
brilliant color text and graphics.
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n Keyboard and Touch Pad
The full-size keyboard, supported two win98 keys, and
the build-in touch pad device, located at the center of
the ergonomic plamrest, increase the work effeciency
and productivity.
n Advanced Battery Pack
The state-of-the-art Nickel Metal Hydride battery or Li-
Ion battery enables longevity, lightweight, and fast
recharging.
n A Variety of Communications
The system provides a total communication solution for
Network connection, Internet Access, and cableless
data transmission. The built-in network adapter allows
you to access and transmit data on the Local Area
Network. The built-in 56-Kbps V.90 modem enables
fast data and fax communication, without sacrificing a
valuable PC Card slot. Your notebooks infrared
transceiver allows for wireless point-to-point communi-
cation with other systems or devices equipped with an
infrared port.
n Audio Features
The system is equipped with internal audio record and
playback functions, including 3D (three-dimensional)
audio, 64-voices DirectSound channel support, and
built-in hardware wave-table.
n Integrated I/O Ports
This notebook offers a full array of built-in I/O ports.
The system is also equipped with a Universal Serial
Bus port for a new generation of USB-compliant
peripherals.
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System at a Glance
Top View
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Warning:
Do not place any
heavy objects on
the top of notebook
when the latches
are on. That may
damage the
display.
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1. LCD Latches
The left and right LCD latches lock/unlock the LCD panel.
2. LCD Display Panel
This notebook is equipped by the liquid crystal display with
XGA.
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3. Internet Hot Key
The `Internet Hot Key` activates the modem dial-up network-
ing process and opens the Internet browser automatically.
(See side Note.)
Note:
To use the Internet
Hot Key feature,
you must
1. install the
Windows network
dialer with a valid
Internet access
account (from an
ISP),
2. install the
special Internet
Hot Key application contained in
the factory CDROM (d:\Driver \
Qbrowse \
Setup.exe), and
3. install Microsoft
Internet Explore
4.0 or higher.
4. LED Status Indicators
The LED Status indicators reveal the locking/unlocking of
certain key functions and HDD/CD-ROM component status.
(Refer to Page 1-11,12)
5. Power/Suspend Button
The power/suspend button turns the notebook on and off and
it also acts as a system suspend key. This notebook uses a
special one-button design. Press momentarily to turn on the
system. Press and hold for at least 3~4 seconds to turn off
the system. Once the system enters DOS/Windows,
pressing the key momentarily will trigger system suspend
mode. Press the power/suspend button again to return from
the suspend mode. (See Section 3 for more details on
system suspend function.)
6. Built-in Speakers
The built-in speakers output the sound in stereo.
7. Keyboard
The enhanced 86/87-key keyboard is used to enter data,
including the Windows Start Key, Application Manu Key for
windows95/98/NT4.0, embedded numeric keypad and cursor
control keys (Refer to Page 1-14,15).
8. Fn Key
The Fn key is used with the function keys to activate the
hot-key functions. (See Page 1-15 )
9. Touch Pad
The touch pad is a built-in pointing device with functions
similar to a mouse.
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Rear View
10. LED System Indicators
The Indicator shows the system`s power/suspend status.
(Refer to Page 1-13)
11. Built-in Microphone
The microphone built-in provides an integrated source for
adding sound to your applications or for using the speech
functions of your applications. It takes the application,
such as audio software, capable of using audio input to
make use of the microphone.
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Note:
For the system
running the
Windows NT
platform,USB
function was not
supported.
Warning:
Do not open
the CPU
heatsink/fan
cover. Doing
so may result
in permanent
system
electrical
damage,
which is not
covered by the
manufacturer`s
warranty.
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1. Kensington Security Anchor
This anchor can be used with a mechanical lock and
Kensington-type cable. With this function, you may have
the notebook locked to an appropriate location for security
issue.
2. USB Port
The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you to connect a
wide variety of devices via the USB cable to your notebook
and is also able to connect up to 128 devices through this
single port, at very high data transfer rates of up to 12 Mbps
(Mega-bits per second).
This port conforms to USB plug-and-play standards.
3. Modem Port
This is where you plug the phone jack (RJ-11) for activating
fax/modem functions.
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4. PS/2 Port
The notebook is designed to use one pointing device at once
time. This is where you connect a external PS/2-compatible
devices such as a mouse or keyboard.
5. Mono Microphone Jack
The mono microphone jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where you
connect a microphone. To avoid the malfunction, please
disable the built-in Microphone.
6. Stereo Headphone Jack
The stereo headphone jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where you
connect the headphones or external speakers. With this
function on, please disable the internal built-in speakers.
7. External VGA Port
The 15-pin VGA analog port is for connecting the external
CRT monitor or projector.
8. Serial Port
This is where you connect a serial device via a 9-pin serial
(RS-232) cable.
9. Parallel Port
The 25-hole parallel port is primarily where the printer signal
cable attached. (The FDD module with the supplied parallel-
port cable can be plugged into this port also.)
10. LAN Port
The port connects to a network hub via the RJ-45 cable and
also conforms to 10Base-T and 100Base-TX transmission
protocols.
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Right-side View
Note:
For the system
running the
Windows NT
platform,USB
function was
not supported.
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1. Battery Pack
The battery pack is a built-in power source for the notebook.
2. Floppy Drive
The floppy drive was also fixed inside the system.
3. Floppy Eject Button
With this button, you may have the floppy diskette ejected.
4. Fan Grill
The fan grill is where hot air is expended. Do not block this
airway completely.
5. Infrared Port
Infrared Data Association (IrDA) compliant serial infrared port
enables 4Mbps (FIR mode) cableless data transfer with IrDA
1.1-compatible external devices.
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6. Power Jack ( DC-in )
This is where the DC end of the AC Adapter connected to
your machine.
Left-side View
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1. CD-ROM
The CD-ROM device was fixed inside the notebook.
2. CD-ROM Eject Button
The eject button opens the CD-ROM tray.
3. PC Card Slot
The slot is where PC Card (PCMCIA) is inserted.
A PC Card slot with connectors for two 3.3V/5V cards, and
both of them support CardBus technology.
4. PC Card Eject Button
With this button, you may have the PCMCIA card ejected.
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Note:
There are two kind of types of CD-ROM might be installed as shipped. One
is electrical and the other is mechnical. Basically, the mobile computor is
equipped to the electrical CD-ROM. With this device, you can do the CDROM ejection only if the system is on. As for bundling the mechnical type,
the ejection button works all the time, even the system is powered off.
Please be also noted, the mechnical one is not avaliable to eject the CDDisk by performing Fn key under the running Windows 98 operating system.
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Bottom View
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Warning:
Do not open the CPU
heatsink/fan cover and
do not block this airway
completely.
Otherwise it may result
in permanent system
electrical damage or
cause thermal issue
which is not covered by
the manufacturer`s
warranty.
Warning:
As upgrating your CPU,
please be cautioned
against the heatsink/
fan. The axle of
heatsink might be
twisted by heavy press.
It is not covered by the
manufacturer`s
warranty .
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1. Fixing Screw
The fixing screw locks the hard disk drive bay cover, which
prevents the hard disk drive from dust and dirt, in place.
2. Hard Disk Drive Bay
This is where the hard disk drive located. The hard disk
drive stores all the system data. For the flexible design,
the hard disk drive can be upgraded to a larger capacity.
(Refer to Section 4 for instructions on a hard drive upgrade.)
3. CPU Heatsink/Fan Bay Cover
The CPU heatsink/fan bay is where the air is drawn into the
notebook for internal thermal regulation. Do not block this
airway completely. Do not remove this cover. There is no
user-serviceable parts inside.
4. Fixing Screw
The fixing screw locks the CPU heatsink/fan bay cover,
which prevents the CPU module from dust and dirt, in place.
5. CPU Heatsink/Fan Bay
The bay is where the CPU be installed.
6. Battery Latches
The battery latches locks or releases the battery pack.
7. Battery Pack
The battery pack is a built-in power source for the notebook.
LED Status Indicators
The indicators under the LCD display panel, show as follow,
inform you the current operating status of your notebook. As a
certain function is enabled, the represented indicator will illumi-
nate. The icons or symbols are captured as follow and descipted
in detail.
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LED Graphic
Symbol
Indication
Green light indicates the floppy drive is
being accessed.
Green light indicates the hard drive is
being accessed.
Green light indicates the CD-ROM drive
is being accessed
Green light indicates the numeric keypad
is activated.
Green light indicates the cap-lock is
activated.
Green light indicates the scroll-lock is
activated.
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Symbol Indication
Yellow light indicates the notebook is in
suspend mode. As LED is in flash, it
means the notebook is in POS mode.
LED would be off when it is in the STD
mode.
Blinking red light indicates the battery is
being charged (the system is OFF.)
Blinking orange light indicates the battery
is being charged (the system is ON.)
Blinking green light indicates the battery
power is currently low.
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KeyBoard
The notebook is designed to use one keyboard at once time.
Please disable the built-in keyboard before activating the exteranl
one.
The main interface of input in the portable PC would be the
keyboard. The keyboard has all the functionality as a standard
computing 101 typing keys. It provide the alternate functions as
embedded numeric keypad, shortcut windows key, system
operation hot keys. The desciption below present all the details
you need to know.
The cursor (arrow) keys, which are located in the lower-right
corner of keyboard, and the [Pg Up], [Pg Dn], [Home] and [End]
keys, which are located along the edge of keyboard, allow you
move the active cursor to various locations on the screen or
within the document.
The [Ins] and [Del] keys at the bottom of the keyboard to the left
of the cursor keys allow you to insert and delete characters.
Your computer also has an embedded numeric keypad. Get more
detailed information at Page 1-18 Embedded Numeric Key Pad.
Your keyboard also has two Windows 95 keys:
1. Start Key with Windows logo:
This key allows you to pull up the Windows Start
Menu at the bottom of the taskbar.
2. Application Menu Key which looks like a menu
with a cursor on:
This key brings up the popup menu for the current
application that is Windows 95 compatible. This
function is similar like a click of the right mouse
botton.
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Graphic
Symbol
Action System Control
Fn + F1
Fn + F2
Fn + F3
Enters Suspend Mode.
Mute
Toggles between Battery Warning Beep on
and off.
Fn + F4
Switches Display Mode: LCD-only, CRTonly and dual-display.
Fn + F5
Fn + F6
Fn + F7
Turns Speaker Volume up.
Turns Speaker Volume down.
Increases Display Brightness.
Scroll
Lock
Fn + F8
Fn + F9
Fn + F10
Fn +
Num Lock
Scroll Lock
Decreases Display Brightness.
Increases Display Contrast. (DSTN Only)
Decreases Display Contrast. (DSTN Only)
Enables the embedded keypad to work in
numeric mode. The keys function as a
calculator. Use this mode when you need
to do a lot of numeric data entry. An
alternative would be to connect an external
keypad.
Pressing the ScrLk key allows the screen to
move one line up or down when you press
Æ
or Ç respectively. Scroll Lock may not
work with some applications.
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SECTION 2
BIOS SETUP AND SECURITY
In this section, you will learn how to enter the BIOS
Setup Menu and manipulate various hardware control
settings. You will also learn how to use the built-in
security features.
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The Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into
your notebooks BIOS (Basic Input/Ouput System). It runs and
maintains a variety of hardware functions. It is a menu-driven
software, which allows you to easily configure and change the
settings.
The BIOS contains manufactures default settings for the
notebook`s standard operations. However, there are occasions
when you may be required to modify the default settings in the
BIOS. For example, you may need to activate the BIOS setup
program when a hardware change, such as an upgrade, occurs,
or when you decide to customize the hardware settings to suite
your specific needs.
The BIOS allows you to set up passwords to limit access to
users. This is an important feature because a great deal of vital
information is carried within the notebook nowadays. Unautho-
rized access can be prevented. Later in this chapter, you will
learn how to use this security feature.
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Entering the BIOS Setup Screen
First turn on the power. When the BIOS is performing the POST
(Power-On Self Test), press DEL key to activate the AMIBIOS
Setup Utility. Press DEL when you see the prompt Press DEL
to enter SETUP.
Leaving the BIOS Setup Screen
When you have finished modifying the BIOS settings, exit the
BIOS. It takes a few seconds to record changes in the CMOS.
BIOS Action Keys
Function Key Command Description
ESC Exit Leaves a sub-menu to return to the
previous menu OR exits the BIOS setup
while saving changes.
F2/F3 Change Color Changes the background color of the BIOS
Setting Utility.
F10 Save and Exit Saves changes and reboots the notebook.
<Tab> Select a field Selects the next field.
<Enter> Select Enters the value or selects the sub-menu.
Ä
Å
Æ
Ç
PgUp Lower value Selects the next lower value within a field.
PgDn Higher value Selects the next higher value within a field.
Select a menu Selects the next.
Select a menu Selects the next left menu.
Select an item Selects the next upper item.
Select an item Selects the next lower item.
Note:
Under certain settings, the fields are grayed out. Grayed out fields are
not changeable.
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Modifying the BIOS Settings
The AMIBIOS setup main menu is subdivided into few sub-menus
as follow. Each menu item is decribed in this section.
The Setup Main Menu
AMIBIOS HIFLEX SETUP UTILITY VERSION x.xx
(c) 2001 AMERICAN MEGATRENDS, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
STANDARD CMOS SETUP
ADVANCED CMOS SETUP
POWER MANAGEMENT SETUP
PERIPHERAL SETUP
AUTO-DETECT HARD DISKS
CHANGE USER PASSWORD
CHANGE SUPERVISOR PASSWORD
DEFAULT SETTINGS
SAVE SETTINGS AND EXIT
EXIT WITHOUT SAVING
Esc: Exit
ÆÇ
: Sel F2/F3: Color F10: Save & Exit
The Menu of Standard CMOS Setup
Standard CMOS Setup for changing time, date, hard disk drive
type and etc. All standard setup options all decribed in this
section.
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Item Selections /
Description
Sub-menu
Date N/A Type in the current date.
It must be entered in MM/DD/YY format.
Time N/A Type in the current date.
It must be entered in HH:MM:SS format.
Floppy
Drive A:
Pri
Master
Sec
Master
Not installed
360 KB 5
1.2 MB 5
720 KB 3
1.44 MB 3
1
/4 inch
1
/4 inch
1
/2 inch
1
Not installed
Auto
ARMD
CD-ROM
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/2 inch
Choose one that fits your particular need.
Primary Master is where BIOS tries to boot from
first. The primary master controls the hard
drive. The drive capacity is displayed in this
field.
The secondary master controls the CD-ROM
drive.
Sec
Slave
Boot
Sector
Virus
Pro-
Disabled
Enabled
To enable or disale the boot sector protection.
BIOS would pop out a warning if any application
or virus is trying to issue a disk format
command to have boot sector written.
tection
If enabled, the following appears when a write is attempted to the
boot sector. You may have to type N several times to prevent the
boot sector write.
Boot Sector Write!!!
Possible VIRUS: Continue (Y/N)? _
The following appears after any attempt to format any cylinder, head,
or sector of any hard disk drive via the BIOS Hard Disk Drive Service:
Format!!!
Possible VIRUS: Continue (Y/N)? _
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