Micron Technology Transport LT User Manual

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User’s Guide

TransPort LT

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User’s Guide

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MS-DOS, Windows 3.1, 95/98/2000 and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corp. Pentium II and MMX are trademarks of Intel Corporation. Other product names mentioned herein are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. While reasonable efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of this manual, the manufacturer and distributor assume no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this manual, or from the use of the information contained herein.

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Table of Contents

User’s Guide............... ...... ....... ........................................... 1

Welcome ............................................... ...... ........................ 7

Purpose.................................................................................. 7

Reader.............................................................................. 7

Further Reading..................................................................... 7

Areas Covered....................................................................... 7

Manual Conventions.............................................................. 9

Manual Comments................................................................. 9

Getting Started................................................................. 11

Unpacking the TransPort LT............................................... 11

Personal Inventory.............................................................. 12

System Information ........................................................ 12

Heat, Cold, Humidity, and Glare ......................................... 13

Surge Suppressors ............................................................. 13

Work Location........................................... ...... ..... ...... .......... 13

Operating Environment............................................. .......... 15

Introducing Your TransPort LT....................................... 17

TransPort LT Features......................................................... 17

Using Your Computer for the First Time ........................... 19

Connecting the AC Adapter............................................ 19

Turning on the TransPort LT.......................................... 20

Understanding POST........................................................... 21

Adjusting the LCD Display.................................................. 22

Turning Off Your Computer ................................................ 22

APM Mode...................................................................... 22

Restarting Your Computer.................................................. 22

Tips for Using Your Computer ............................................ 23

Traveling with Your Computer............................................ 24

Handling Spills..................................................................... 25

Storing the Computer for Long Periods............................ 25

Using the Keyboard............................................................. 25

Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad.......................... 27

Using Special Function Keys ......................................... 27

Using the Touchpad ............................................................ 28

Reading the System Status Lights .................................... 29

Connecting Peripheral Devices......................................... 31

Using the Flex-Bay.............................................................. 33

To Remove a Device from the Flex-Bay........................ 34

To Install a Device in the Flex-Bay................................. 34

Using the SmartBay Utility............................................. 34

Using the Floppy Drive....................................................... 35

Using the CD-ROM Drive.................................................... 37

Using the Hard Drive........................................................... 39

Removing the Hard Drive............................................... 40

Installing a Hard Drive.................................................... 41

Using the Battery................................................................. 41

Charging the Battery...................................................... 41

Safely Using the Battery................................................. 42

Removing the Battery..................................................... 42

Installing the Battery....................................................... 43

Monitoring the Battery Charge....................................... 43

Using the Battery Gauge................................................ 44

Using PowerProfiler to Monitor the Battery.................... 44

Battery Warnings............................................................ 45

Using the Modem ................................................................ 46

Precautions Before Use................................................. 46

Description of 56K.......................................................... 47

Modem Specifications.................................. ..... ...... ..... .. 48

Installing the Modem Driver in Windows 95/98................ 49

Modem Commands................................................. ..... .. 49

Using AT commands...................................................... 50

Basic AT Commands..................................................... 51

Video Features and Configuration.................................. 53

Resolution and Color Depth............................................... 53

Configuring Display Features......................................... 54

Selecting a Monitor Type ............................................... 54

Changing Color Depth and Resolution........................... 55

Changing the Video Driver............................................. 56

Working with PC Cards....................................................... 58

Maintaining PC Cards.................................................... 59

Using PC Cards ............................................................. 59

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Using Options................................................................... 63

AC Adapter........................................................................... 63

Auto Adapter........................................................................ 63

Battery Pack......................................................................... 64

Memory Modules.................................................................. 64

Before You Install Memory............................................. 64

Installing a Memory Module............................................ 65

CD-ROM Drive...................... ...... ....................................... ... 67

DVD-ROM Drive Module...................................................... 67

Secondary Battery............................................................... 67

Port Replicator....................................................... ..... ...... ... 68

Features of the Port Replicator....................................... 68

Installing a Port Replicator.............................................. 69

Removing a Port Replicator............................................ 70

Drivers and System Resources....................................... 71

Drivers .................................................................................. 71

IRQs ...................................................................................... 71

Service Pack 6A for Windows NT 4.0................................. 72

Installing the LAN Driver in Windows 98........................... 73

Using System Setup......................................................... 75

Starting System Setup......................................................... 75

Main Menu............................................................................ 77

Advanced Menu................................................................... 81

Security Menu...................................................................... 83

Power Menu........................................... ...... ..... ...... ..... ...... ... 84

Boot Menu ............................................................................ 87

Exit Menu.............................................................................. 88

Using System Security..................................................... 89

System Passwords.............................................................. 89

Creating a Password...................................................... 89

Deleting a Password....................................................... 90

Requiring a Boot Password............................................ 90

Locking the Hard Drive Boot Sector............................... 90

Locking the Floppy Drive................................................ 90

Locking the Keyboard..................................................... 91

Using Power Management Options ................................ 93

Maximum Power Saving Mode........................................... 93

Standby Mode...................................................................... 93

Suspend Mode..................................................................... 94

Suspend Mode Precautions........................................... 94

Using PowerProfiler............................................................ 95

Creating a Save-To-Disk Partition.................................. 97

Software Utilities.............................................................. 99

MRestore CD-ROM .............................................................. 99

MCRC (Micron Customer Resource Center)..................... 99

PartitionMagic...................................................................... 99

Drive Image 3.0.................................................................... 99

Drive Image Professional.................................................. 101

Drive Image System Requirements..................... ..... .... 101

Creating Image Files.................................................... 101

Advanced Options........................................................ 107

Disable SmartSector Copying...................................... 107

Verify Disk Writes......................................................... 107

ImageShield................................................................. 108

Split Image File Into Multiple Files................................ 108

Restoring Image Files.................................................. 108

Resize Options............................................................. 114

Advanced Options........................................................ 114

Check for File System Errors....................................... 115

Skip Bad Sector Check ............................................ .... 115

Verify Check Writes...................................................... 115

PartitionMagic.................................................................... 115

Partition Information..................................................... 116

Partition Map..................... ........................................... 116

Partition List.................................. ................................ 116

PartitionMagic Help...................................................... 117

ReadMe File................................................................. 117

Completing Tasks Manually......................................... 117

Selecting a Hard Disk................................................... 117

Selecting a Partition..................................................... 118

Applying Changes to Your System............................... 118

Changing PartitionMagic Preferences.......................... 119

Ignore OS/2 EA Errors on FAT..................................... 119

Skip Bad Sector Checks............................................... 120

Set as Read-Only for PartitionMagic............................ 120

Creating Partitions........................................................ 121

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Creating Bootable Partitions......................................... 121

To Create a Partition.................................................... 122

Scenarios ..................................................................... 125

Deleting Partitions.................... ...... ..... ...... ................... 125

Changing Partition Labels ............................................ 126

Formatting Partitions.................................................... 127

Converting FAT to FAT32 ............................................ 128

Converting FAT to NTFS.............................................. 128

Drive Copy................................................. ..... .............. 130

Copying Entire Drives................................................... 130

PHDISK Utility.................................................................... 132

Help Screen.................................................................. 132

CREATE Option .................................. ...... ..... ...... ...... .. 132

Automatic Memory Size Calculation............................. 133

User-specified Memory Size......................................... 133

/Partition or /P............................................................... 133

/CREATE Option Syntax.............................................. 133

REFORMAT Option...................................................... 133

INFO Option................................................................. 133

PHDISK Sign-on Message........................................... 134

Unrecognized Option.................................................... 134

PHDISK/CREATE Failed to Execute............................ 134

Fatal Error .................................................................... 134

Save-To-Disk Partition Exits......................................... 134

First Two Sectors Bad.................................................. 134

Restoring your Computer ............................................. 137

Appendix A - Regulatory ............................................... 149

FCC Notice......................................................................... 149

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 68

Statement 149

CTR21 Statement............................................................... 151

Canadian Radio Interference Regulations...................... 151

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT ............................................. 151

Power Cord Requirement................................................. 152

Appendix B - Important Safety Instruction .................. 155

Battery Disposal................................................................ 157

Appendix C - Abbreviations .......................................... 159

Appendix D - Glossary................................................... 161

To (re)install your Operating System:.............................. 137

Windows 98:............................. ...... ..... ......................... 137

Windows NT 4.0 Workstation:...................................... 138

To (re)install your original applications and drivers:..... 138

Troubleshooting............................................................. 139

Operating Problems............................ ..... ...... ................... 139

Infrared Problems................................ ..... ...... ..... .............. 140

Modem Problems............................................................... 141

Specifications................................................................. 143

System Specifications ...................................................... 143

Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration..... 145

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Welcome

Chapter 1 - Welcome

Purpose

Thank you for buying a micronpc.com computer. This User’s Guide is intended for both first-time and experienced computer users. Please review the following information to get the most out of this manual.

Purpose

Reader

Operating Environment

You can use your computer under a wide range of environmental conditions. However, to ensure long use and continued high performance, consider the following factors when setting up your computer:

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Set the computer on a flat, stable surface. To prevent damage to the computer’s hard disk drive avoid using the computer where it will be exposed to strong vibration.

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Place the computer away from electromagnetic or radio frequency interference (for example, television/stereo sets, copying machines, and air conditioners).

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Avoid using or storing the computer where it will be exposed to extreme temperatures. In particular, do not leave the computer in direct sunlight, over a radiator, or near a heat source for a long period of time. High temperature can damage the circuitry.

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Avoid exposing the computer to high or low humidity. Extreme humidity can contribute to disk drive failure.

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If you are using the computer with the AC adapter, do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not place the computer where people can step on or trip over the cord.

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The openings on the computer are provided to protect the computer from overheating. To ensure reliable operation, leave about 10 cm (4 inches) around the computer for unobstructed air circulation. Avoid exposing the computer to dust or smoke.

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Introducing Your TransPort LT

Chapter 3 - Introducing Your TransPort LT

Your computer is a lightweight portable computer that includes features to meet your computing needs at home or on the road.

TransPort LT Features

Figure 1, Figure 2, and Figure 3 illustrate the features of your computer.

Cover latch

Status lights

Power button

Kensington lock

CD-ROM drive

Touchpad & Mouse Buttons

Speaker

Status lights

Volume control

Microphone

Speaker

Battery compartment

LCD

Figure 1. Front and Right view of Computer

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TransPort LT Features

Hard drive compartment

PC Card compartment

Modem jack (Optional)

Figure 2. Bottom View of Computer

Line-in

PS/2™

mouse and

keyboard

port

Microphone jack

Figure 3. Back View of Computer

Power Connector

Headphone jack

Infrared port

Serial port

LAN port (Optional)

Fan vent

Parallel port

USB port

Video port

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Using Your Computer for the First Time

Using Yo ur Com puter for the First Time

Connecting the AC Adapter

This section gives you detailed information on using your computer for the first time.

Your computer runs on power from the battery in the computer or from an electrical outlet. The first time that you use your computer, fully charge the battery by attaching the power cord to the computer and to an electrical outlet.

To attach the power cord:

1. Plug the AC adapter into the power connector on the back side of the computer (Figure 4).

2. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter and then to an electrical outlet.

Power connector

AC Adapter

Power cord

Figure 4. Connecting the AC Adapter

The battery starts charging as soon as you plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. The battery charges faster if the computer is off.

If the battery is fully depleted and the computer is turned off, the battery charges in about two and a half hours. If the computer is turned on, the battery charges in about four hours. When the battery is charging, the battery charge light is amber. When the battery is fully charged, the light turns green.

See ”Using the Battery” on page 41 for more information on using your computer’s battery.

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Using Your Computer for the First Time

The best kind of AC power source to connect your TransPor t LT to is a UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply). If you do not have an UPS, use a power strip with a built-in surge protector. Do not use inferior extension cords as this may result in damage to your TransPort LT. The TransPort LT comes with its own AC adapter. Do not use a different adapter to power the computer, and do not use the AC adapter to power other electrical devices. Damage to the computer that is caused by using a different power source will not be covered under warranty.

Turning on the TransPort LT

To turn on the computer’s power for the first time:

1. Push the cover latches on the front of the cover to the right and hold.

2. Lift up the cover.

3. Press and then release the power button (Figure 5). The power light is green when the computer’s power is on.

Cover latch

Power light

Figure 5. Turning On the Computer’s Power

Power button

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Understanding POST

Never turn off or reset your TransPort LT while the hard disk or floppy disk is in use and the FDD and/or HDD status icon is lit; doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data. Always wait at least five seconds after turning off your TransPort LT before turning it back on. Turning the power on and off in rapid succession can damage the TransPort LT’s electrical circuitry.

Before you run your system for the first time on battery power, recharge the battery fully to prepare the battery pack for maximum service. When selecting a suitable working location, please consider the ventilation, temperature, dust and dirt, plus electromagnetic and RF interference. The selected location should provide a sturdy and reasonably level surface with at least four inches of open space around the computer cabinet for proper airflow. Your computer functions best at room temperature. Choose a location free from extreme heat or cold.

Except for PC cards, never connect or disconnect any equipment or components while the system power is on.

It is important not to operate the notebook on soft surfaces--such as a bed-as this will cover the ventilation holes of the notebook.

There is one fan on the left side of the notebook, which will t urn on when the CPU temperature exceeds 60 degrees Celsius. The fan will turn off when the CPU temperature is below 50 degrees Celsius.

Understanding POST

ARNING

If the temperature continues to rise above the CPU allowable limit--either due to a defective fan, or the notebook being operated in an excessively hot environment, or a soft surface that covers the ventilation holes--then the notebook will shut down and all unsaved data will be lost.

When you turn on your computer, a procedure called POST (Power-On Self-Test) automatically runs to test the computer components. Several messages appear on the screen during POST.

Screen messages are built into the computer to report both normal and abnormal system conditions. If an error message appears, take any action suggested in the message. If the message identifies the error condition but does not suggest any corrective action, write down the message and contact micronpc.com Technical

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Adjusting the LCD Display

Support (1.888.FIXMYPC or 1.888.349.6972). (See ”Troubleshooting” on page

139.)

Adjusting the LCD Display

OTE

Turni ng Off Your Computer

OTE

APM Mode

You may wish to adjust the LCD (Liquid-Crystal Display) when you begin using your computer. A TFT (Thin-Film Transistor) LCD does not require adjustment for contrast because the contrast is set to remain at maximum.

To adjust the LCD:

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Press [Fn+Up Arrow] to increase the display brightness.

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Press [Fn+Dow n Arrow] to decrease the display brightness.

When the AC adapter is removed and the system is using battery power, the

brightness level will decrease.

If your computer has a Windows (98, NT 4.0, 2000) Operating System, turn off

your computer by performing the shutdown procedure described in this section. Otherwise, you may lose data.

Advanced Power Management (APM) To turn off the computer:

1. Click

2. Click

3. Select the

4. Click OK.

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If the Operating System is Windows 98 or Windows 2000, the computer turns off.

•

If the Operating System is Windows NT, you will receive a shutdown message and you must press the power button to turn off the computer.

on the taskbar.

Start

Shut Down

option.

Restarting Your Computer

You may need to restart (reboot) your computer when installing hardware or software or if the computer does not respond to your input. A warm (or soft) boot

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Tips for Using Your Computer

prompts you to save your files, turns off the computer, and then restarts the computer. A cold boot turns off the computer without saving your files.

To perform a warm (or soft) boot:

Tips for Using Your Computer

AUTION

OTE

1. Click

2. Click

3. Select the

4. Click OK or

5. Save your files if prompted. Your computer will reboot.

Do not perform a cold boot unless your keyboard and touchpad have no effect

Start

on the taskbar.

Shut Down

Restart

Yes

option.

and you cannot perform a warm boot. When you perform a cold boot, you will lose data unless it was saved to a storage medium.

You can also perform a soft boot by saving your files and pressing [Ctrl+Alt+Del]. You can perform a cold (or hard) boot by pressing the power button to turn the computer off, waiting ten seconds, and then pressing the power button to turn the computer on.

The following information will help you avoid potential problems as you use your Transport LT:

Do not try to disassemble your computer. Opening the system chassis

voids your warranty. Only an authorized manufacturer service center can replace or add any parts inside the chassis. For more information, contact micronpc.com Technical Support at 1-888-FIX-MYPC (1-888-349-6972).

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Follow all the instructions and cautions in your computer user documentation.

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The LCD has a polarized surface and can be damaged easily. To prevent damage, avoid touching the screen.

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Use only micronpc.com approved AC adapters, auto adapters, memory modules and other options.

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Because a notebook computer is small and has restricted air flow around components, it is more likely to overheat than a desktop computer. A fan inside your computer runs when needed to help eliminate some heat. Make

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Traveling with Your Computer

sure the fan vent on the right side of your computer is not blocked when you use the computer. (See Figure 1 on page 17 and Figure 2 on page 18 for the location of the vent.) Occasionally check the vents and remove any accumulated dust on the outside.

•

Avoid using or storing the computer in extremely hot or cold areas, such as a car on a hot day. Keep the computer away from heaters and out of direct sunlight. Exposure to excessive heat may damage computer components.

•

If you have left your computer in a hot place, let it cool down slowly to room temperature (with the LCD panel open) before using it.

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Do not remove the memory-module compartment door, or try to install a memory module when the computer is on. (See ”Installing a Memory Module” on page 65 for the location of the door.) (For information on installing memory modules, see “Installing a Memory Module” on page 65.)

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Set up your computer work area to avoid physical strain. Sit with your back straight and supported by your chair. Adjust your chair or work table so that your arms and wrists can remain in a relaxed position, parallel with the floor. Avoid bending or twisting your wrists as you work. Y our hands should “float” slightly above the keyboard. Refer to a book on office ergonomics for more information on setting up your work area.

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Take frequent breaks from working at the computer to rest your eyes and stretch your muscles.

•

Remember to save your data files frequently and to make backup copies of your files.

Traveling with Your Computer

If you are traveling by airplane, follow these tips:

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Take the computer with you as carry-on luggage. Do not check the computer with your baggage.

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Allow the computer and disks to go through the X-ray security devices. Do not hand-carry disks through the walk-through metal detectors, this can cause data loss.

•

Make sure that the battery is charged or the power cord is easily accessible. You may be required to turn on the computer for airport security personnel.

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Be prepared to turn off the computer during take off and landing.

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Contact your airline for information about using an optional airline adapter to power your computer while traveling by airplane.

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Handling Spills

OTE

Storing the Computer for Long Periods

Do not spill anything on your computer. The best way to avoid spills is to avoid eating and drinking around your computer. If you do spill something on your computer, turn off your computer, unplug it immediately, and do the following:

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If you spill liquid on the keyboard, drain as much of the liquid from the keyboard as possible. Be careful not to let the liquid drip onto the LCD panel. Allow the system to dry for several days before trying to use it.

•

If you spill liquid on an external keyboard or keypad, unplug it and drain as much of the liquid as possible. Allow the keyboard to sit at room temperature for a full day before trying to use it.

Sweet liquids leave a sticky residue that may jam the keyboard despite your

efforts to dry it.

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If you spill liquid on the LCD panel, clean it immediately with a soft cloth and denatured alcohol. Do not use water, acetone, aromatic solvent, or dry, rough towels to clean it.

Some liquids damage the polarized LCD screen. If your screen is damaged,

contact your authorized manufacturer’s service center for a replacement.

If possible, leave the power cord connected to the computer and an electrical outlet when the computer is not in use. This extends the life of the battery and keeps the battery fully charged.

Using the Keyboard

If you will not be using the computer for a long period of time (a month or more), you should charge the battery until it is completely full. After you have done so, remove the battery from the unit.

Your computer has an 87 key keyboard (Figure 6). By pressing designated key combinations, you can have access to all the key functions of a full-sized keyboard.

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Using the Keyboard

OTE

Function and Special Purpose Hotkeys

Function Key

Figure 6. Keyboard

Although the layout of the keys on your computer’s keyboard is different from that

Alphanumeric Keys

Embedded Numeric Keypad

Internet Key

Cursor and Screen Control Keys

of a desktop computer’s keyboard, the keyboard feels like a full-sized keyboard when you use it. The distance between the keys (the pitch) is the same as on a full-size keyboard (19 mm).

The keys on the keyboard can be grouped into the following categories:

•

Full-sized Alphanumeric typewriter keys are arranged like a standard typewriter keyboard and are used for text entry. The Windows keys on the left side of the spacebar open the Windows

menu and perform other

Start

special functions. The Internet key on the right side of the space bar is used to start your Internet browser.

•

Function keys, when pressed together with the [Fn] key, enable special functions.

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Cursor and Screen control keys move the cursor. They may perform other functions, depending on your software.

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Using the Keyboard

Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad

Your keyboard includes a numeric keypad, which is a group of keys that you can set to type numbers and mathematical symbols, such as the plus sign (Figure 7). A number or symbol on the right corner of each keypad key shows its numeric function.

Figure 7. Numeric Keypad

Press [Num Lock] to turn on the embedded numeric keypad. The numeric functions of the keypad are enabled and the Num Lock li ght tur ns on. (See ”System Status Lights” on page 29 for the location of the Num Lock light.)

While the numeric functions are enabled, you can temporarily return a key to its normal function by pressing [NumLock].

To turn the numeric keypad off, press [Num Lock] again. The Num Lock light turns off.

Using Special Function Keys

The [Fn] key activates special functions when it is pressed in combination with another key. Table 1 shows the special key combinations.

TABLE 1. Description of Special Function Keys

[Fn] Key Combination

[Fn+F2]

[Fn+F3]

Function

Displays the battery gauge in the upper-right corner of

Status:

your screen. The gauge closes in a few seconds, or you can press [Esc] to close the gauge. (See ”Using the Battery Gauge” on page 44 for more information on the battery gauge.).

LCD/CRT:

monitor, and simultaneous display on both the LCD and the external monitor.

Switches the display between the LCD, the external

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Using th e Touchpad

OTE

[Fn+F4]

[Fn+F5]

[[Fn+F10]

[Fn+up Arrow]

[Fn+down Arrow]

When you press a function key combination, the system sound may be

Standby:

normal operation from standby, press the power button.

KeyLock:

Type your password and press [Enter] to unlock the keyboard. The [Fn+F5] key combination has no effect unless a password is enabled and Password on boot is enabled in System Setup. The Num Lock, Caps Lock, and Scroll Lock lights blink when the keyboard is locked.

Scroll Lock:

scroll the page up or down while the cursor position does not change. Pressing [Fn+F10] again turns off the scrolling function.

Brightness up:

Brightness down:

Puts the computer into standby mode. To resume

Locks the keyboard and activates password protection.

In some applications, sets the cursor-control keys to

Increases the LCD brightness.

Decreases the LCD brightness.

temporarily muted or repeat.

Your computer is equipped with a touchpad, which is an integrated-pointing device that is used to perform standard mouse functions (Figure 8). The touchpad is an advanced and reliable pointing device that works with the touch of your finger.

OTE

Touchpad

Mouse buttons

Figure 8. Using the Touchpad

Table 2 explains how to use the touchpad.

Press on the touchpad gently. The touchpad responds to light pressure.

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TABLE 2. Using the Touchpad

Mouse Action How To

Move cursor Place your finger on the touchpad and slide your finger

in the direction you want the cursor to move. The faster you move your finger, the faster the cursor moves

across the screen. Click Tap the touchpad once with your finger. Double-click Tap the touchpad twice with one finger. Scroll up/down Place you finger on the right hand side of the touchpad

and slide it up or down to scroll the current window. Scroll left/right Place you finger on the bottom of the touchpad and

slide it left or right to scroll the current window.

You can use the buttons below the touchpad in the same way you would use standard mouse buttons. For more information on these features and other features supported by your mouse driver such as button assignment, see the

Mouse

properties in the

Control Panel

For information on attaching and using another pointing device or keyboard with your Transport LT, see “Connecting Peripheral Devices” on page 31.

Reading the System Status Lights

System Status lights show the status of computer functions. The lights appear on the left edge of the computer and left side of the power button (Figure 9).

Figure 9. System Status Lights

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Table 3 describes the meaning of the lights.

TABLE 3. System Status Lights

Icon Function of Light

: Light is on when e-mail arrives.

E-mail

To enable this function, you need to register your E-mail Account in the

StartUp

currently only available in WIndows 98.

Power light:

Internet Launcher

Light is green when the computer is on.

window. Select

Reading the System Status Lights

Start >Program

to register an E-mail account. This is

Battery charge light:

indicates the battery’s charge status. The light is amber when the battery is charging normally. The light is green when the battery is fully charged. (See ”Charging the Battery” on page 41 for more information about charging the battery.)

Num Lock light:

is activated. See ”Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad” on page 27 for a description of the keypad.

Caps Lock light:

activated. When the function is activated, all alphabetic characters you type will be in upper case.

Scroll Lock light:

activated. The scroll lock function affects cursor movement and text scrolling in some applications. This is a software specific function. Refer to the appropriate software manuals for a description of the [Scroll Lock] key.

Drive light:

accessed. Do not turn your computer off when this light is on. When the light is amber, the fl op py d r ive is being accessed. When the l igh t is green, the hard drive is being accessed. For a CD-ROM or DVDROM drive, check the light on the drive itself to see if the drive is being accessed.

The light is on when the hard drive or floppy d rive is be ing

When the power cord is connected, the light

The light is on when the embedded numeric keypad

The light is on when the caps lock function is

The light is on when the scroll lock function is

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Connecting Peripheral Devices

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The connectors on your computer enable you to attach peripheral devices to the computer (Figure 10).

Turn off your computer before you connect a peripheral device. Connecting

a peripheral device with your computer turned on may seriously damage the device or your computer and may void the warranty.

PS/2™

mouse and

keyboard

port

Line-in

Microphone jack

Power Connector

Headphone jack

Serial port

LAN port (Optional)

Parallel port

USB port

Video port

Figure 10. Peripheral Connectors

PC Card (PCMCIA Slot

Infrared port

Modem jack

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Table 4 shows the icons located near each connector and describes the devices that you can attach to the connectors.

TABLE 4. Connecting Peripheral Devices

Icon Connector

PS/2 (Personal System/2) mouse and keyboard port:

PS/2-compatible mouse or external keyboard or keypad to this port. Make sure your computer is turned off when you attach peripherals to the port. You can use the computer’s touchpad and a PS/2 keyboard at the same time, see PS/2 Mouse Configuration in the “Advanced Menu” on page 81 for more information

Microphone jack:

microphone connected to this jack overrides the internal microphone.

Line-in jack:

Headphone jack:

jack. Speakers connected to this jack override the internal speakers.

Power connector: Plug in the AC adapter to run the computer and charge the battery, see “Connecting the AC Adapter” on page 19.

LAN (Local Area Network) port (Optional):

this port.

Connect an external microphone to this jack. A

An input for external audio.

Connect stereo headphones or speakers to this

Connect LAN cable to

Connect a

Serial port:

pin port. If the device has a 25-pin connector, you need a 25-to-9pin serial adapter.

Plug a serial devi ce, such as a ser ial mo us e, i nto thi s 9-

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Parallel port:

network adapter, into this 25-pin port.

Video port:

15-pin connector and then plug the monitor power cord into a grounded outlet.

USB (universal serial bus) port:

USB input/output devices include keyboards, pointing devices, monitors and external FDD module.

Modem jack:

send/receive faxes, see “Using the Modem” on page 46 for more information.

Port Replicator:

connector. See ”Port Replicator” on page 68 for more information.

Plug a parallel device, such as a parallel printer or

Plug the interface cable of an external monitor into this

Connect USB devices to this port.

Connect a telephone line to c onnec t to the Intern et or

Connect a port replicator (Optional) to this

If your computer’s Operating System is Windows 98 or Windows 2000, you can use the USB port. The Windows NT 4.0 Operating System does not support USB.

Using the Flex-Bay

Your computer includes the Flex-Bay, a peripheral bay that can hold one of the following devices:

•

Floppy disk drive

•

CD-ROM drive: shipped with some computers and also available as an option.

•

DVD-ROM: shipped with some computers and also available as an option.

•

Optional secondary battery: available as an option for your computer.

•

LS-120: available as an option.

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Using the Flex-Bay

If your Operating System is Windows 98, you can use the SmartBay Utility to hot-swap the devices. If you do not use Windows 98, make sure that the computer’s power is off before you remove or install any devices.

T o Remove a Device fr om the FlexBay

To Install a Device in the Flex-Bay

1. Turn the computer’s power off.

2. Close the LCD panel, and turn the computer over so that the bottom of the unit faces up.

3. Pull up on the Flex-Bay latch and pull the device from the bay (Figure 11).

Flex-Bay latch

Figure 11. Removing a Device from the Flex-Bay

4. Remove the device out of the bay.

1. Turn the computer off.

2. Place the device into the bay.

3. Push the device in until it is flush with the chassis.

4. Push down on the Flex-Bay latch until the latch snaps into place.

Your computer’s Operating System automatically recognizes the device in the Flex-Bay and configures your computer accordingly.

Using the SmartBay Utility

If your computer shipped with Windows 98, you can use the SmartBay utility to hot-swap your devices in the flex-bay. Currently SmartBay is not functional in Windows NT and Windows 2000.

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To start the SmartBay utility

1. Click the

2. Select

To remove a device:

1. Open the

2. Select

3. Click

4. Remove the device by either disconnecting the cable from the computer or from the device.

5. Click OK.

To insert a device:

1. Open the

2. Select

3. Connect the device to the computer using the device cable. Make sure all connectors are correctly attached.

4. Click OK to allow your computer to detect the device.

If the computer does not detect the device, remove the device and re-install it. Make sure to pay careful attention to the procedures to insure the device is installed correc tl y.

Start

button on the Windows taskbar.

SmartBay Hotswap Utility

Remove Device

Yes

on the confirmation screen

SmartBay Hotswap Utility

Insert Device

and click OK.

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Your computer comes with a 1.44 MB, 3.5-inch, high-density floppy drive, which can read, write to, and format the following disks:

•

A high-density, 3.5-inch disk, which stores 1.44 MB (megabytes) of data.

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A double-density, 3.5-inch disk, which stores 720 KB (kilobytes) of data.

The floppy drive in your notebook computer is smaller, but more power-efficient,

than a floppy drive in a desktop computer. To get the best performance from your floppy drive use high-quality floppy disks, such as those available at http://www.eadditions.com.

The computer is shipped from the factory with both a floppy drive and a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive included.

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Using the Floppy Drive

The external USB FDD Drive is recognized as the last drive. For example, the drive letter will be E: in case the CD-ROM drive is installed into Flex Bay.

To use the floppy drive and the CD-ROM at the same time, install the CD-ROM drive in the Flex-Bay. Then attach one end of the USB cable to the floppy drive compartment and the other to the external USB port on the computer. (Figure 12) The USB Floppy Drive is an optional item in Windows 98 and WIndows 2000.

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Floppy drive

Figure 12. Inserting a Floppy Disk

If you want to use the floppy disk drive within the computer, then detach the floppy

USB port

disk drive from the external FDD drive compartment and insert the floppy disk drive into the Flex-Bay. See ”Using the Flex-Bay” on page 33.

The floppy drive light is on when the computer writes to or reads from a floppy disk. Do not remove a disk when this light is on.

To protect the data on your floppy disks, follow these guidelines:

•

Keep disks away from excessive heat, direct sunlight, and liquids.

•

Keep magnets and any device that contains a magnet (like the telephone) away from your disks.

Magnetic fields can destroy the information on a disk.

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•

Do not write directly on a label on your disk; instead, write on a disk label first and then attach the label to the disk.

•

Make copies of all your important disks.

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Compact Disc Drives are designed so that you can easily insert one into the computer when you need it, and then remove it. See ”Using the Flex-Bay” on page 33 for information on installing the CD-ROM drive into the Flex-Bay type computer.

1. Press the button on the CD-ROM drive, and the tray slides out. (Do not lean on the tray; it does not support much weight.)

If the tray fails to slide out it may be stuck, in which you can use the

emergency eject button to open the CD-ROM. Turn the computer’s power off. Straighten out a paper clip (or some other similar object), insert it into the small hole in the front of the CD-ROM to press the button. The CD-ROM should eject.

2. Insert a CD (compact disc), label side up (or remove a disc, if you have finished using it).

3. Push the tray in gently to close the drive tray (Figure 13).

A light on the drive tray is on when the computer is reading from a CD. Do not remove a disc when this light is on.

Figure 13. Using the CD-ROM Drive

Emergency eject button

Eject button

CD-ROM Light

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Using the CD-ROM Drive

Install and start a CD-based program in the same way you would run a program on a floppy disk. See your Operating System documentation for more information on running programs.

The name of the CD-ROM drive is the letter following the letter assigned to your last hard drive. For instance, if you have one hard drive with two hard drive partitions, the hard drives are drives C and D and the CD-ROM drive is drive E.

Your Transport LT comes from the factory with the CD/DVD set as R:\.

Do not place reflective objects in the disc slot because of possible hazardous laser emissions. The laser beam used in this CD-ROM drive is harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the CD-ROM drive.

The on-board audio hardware and software of your computer enable the computer to play audio compact discs. If you wish to do so, you can attach external speakers to the Headphone jack.

To play an audio compact disc:

1. Insert a compact disc into your CD-ROM drive.

2. Press the button on the CD-ROM drive.

3. When the tray slides out, insert a CD, label side up.

4. Close the drive tray. The CD Player button appears on the task bar. The disc begins to play.

A light on the drive tray is on when the computer plays a CD. Do not remove a disc when this light is on.

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To remove the CD:

1. Click the CD Player button on the Windows task bar to open the CD Player window (Figure 14).

Play

Stop

Eject

Figure 14. CD Player Window

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2. Click the

3. Click the

Stop

button in the

Eject

button on the

CD Player

window.

window or press the button on your CD-ROM drive. The drive tray opens and you can remove the disc from the CD-ROM drive. For more information on playing compact discs, see the menu in the

CD Player

window.

Your computer includes a removable IDE (integrated drive electronics) hard drive. The IDE hard drive can store the data and programs your computer uses. The drive plugs into a connector on the system board.

Although the storage capacity of hard drives vary according to the model, any hard drive holds much more than a floppy disk does. Also, the computer reads and works with a hard drive more rapidly than with a floppy disk.

Once information is saved on a hard drive, it remains there until it is overwritten. Hard drive heads park automatically when you turn off your computer.

The hard drive that comes with your computer has already been formatted.

Do not format the hard drive. Doing so destroys all data contained on the drive. If you need to format a new drive, or want to erase all data on your existing hard drive, refer to the manual for your Operating System.

Help

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Using the Hard Drive

Although Windows 98 can work with FAT-16 or FAT-32 (a 32-bit file allocation table), your computer has been supplied with FAT-32. Older software that you may have (16-bit software) may require FAT-16 to run. Similarly, Windows NT 4.0 can use FAT-16 or NTFS (the Windows NT file system). There are utilities included with Windows 98 and Windows 2000 to convert from FAT-16 to FAT-32 or NTFS (Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000), see the documentation included with your Operating System for more information.

The MRestore disk includes Partition Magic that also allows you to convert partitions. For more information, see “MRestore CD-ROM” on page 99.

It is not possible to convert from FAT-32 or NTFS to FAT-16 without reformatting your hard drive.

To prevent loss of data and damage to the disk, do not remove the hard drive while the computer’s power is on and do not drop or jar the h ard driv e.

To remove the hard drive from the computer:

1. If you are installing a new hard drive, backup the application and data files on the old hard drive before removing it from the computer.

2. Turn the computer off.

3. Close the LCD panel, and turn the computer over so that the bottom of the unit faces up.

4. Remove the screw that holds the hard drive in place (Figure 15).

Bottom of computer

Hard-drive

Figure 15. Removing the Hard Drive

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5. Pull the hard drive out of the computer.

Only install a hard drive that is thinner than 9.5 mm in this computer.

Using the Battery

Installing a Hard Drive

Using the Battery

Charging the Battery

To install a hard drive:

1. Remove the old hard drive from the computer as described in the previous section.

2. Slide the new drive into the hard drive compartment. Make sure the drive is pushed back as far as it will go.

3. Install the screw that holds the hard drive in place.

4. If you intend to use save-to-disk mode, see “Creating a Save-To-Disk Partition” on page 97.

5. Format your drive and reinstall your files. See ”MCRC (Micron Customer Resource Center)” on page 99 for instructions on re-installing the Operating System and drivers for your Transport LT notebook computer.

Your computer uses a smart rechargeable Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery pack for power when the AC adapter is not attached to an electrical outlet. The smart battery gives an accurate measurement of the current battery capacity which helps extend operating time by enabling effective power management in Operating Systems that take advantage of the accurate information supplied by the battery.

Your computer’s battery starts charging automatically when you connect the power to the computer and to an electrical outlet. If the computer is off, the battery charges faster than if the computer’s power is on.

Approximate charging times for Li-Ion (Ni-MH) battery are:

•

Two and a half (2.5) hours with the computer off.

•

Four (4) hours with the computer on.

While the battery is charging normally, the battery charge light on the computer is amber (See ”System Status Lights” on page 29 for the location of the battery charge light). When the battery is fully charged, the light changes to green.

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Using the Battery

When you use a new battery pack for the first time or use a battery after a long period of storage, the initial battery life is shorter than normal. Normal battery life resumes after a few discharge-recharge cycles.

Follow these rules for charging your battery:

•

A battery normally discharges power when not used for long periods of time. Be sure to recharge the battery every two months when it is not in use.

•

Make it a practice to discharge your battery fully before recharging the battery. This can help extend the life of the battery.

•

Do not attempt to charge the battery in temperatures of under 41

or over 95

All batteries eventually wear out and lose the ability to hold a charge. You may

F (35oC.)

need to replace your battery pack after a year of average usage.

F (5o C)

Safely Using th e B a ttery

Removing the Battery

Follow these guidelines to safely use the battery:

•

Turn off your computer and unplug it if you accidentally:

•

Expose the equipment to liquid.

•

Drop, jar, or damage the computer.

•

Do not disassemble the battery, heat it above 212° F (100° C), or burn it. The battery used in this computer may cause a fire or chemical burn if mistreated.

•

Your computer's rechargeable battery may be considered hazardous waste. If you replace your battery with a new one:

•

Keep the old battery out of the reach of children.

•

Dispose of the old battery promptly.

•

Make sure that you follow all local requirements when you dispose of

the old battery.

Your computer comes with the battery pack inserted in the computer. To remove the battery from the computer:

1. Turn the computer off.

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2. Close the LCD panel, and turn the computer over so that the bottom of the unit faces up.

3. Push down the battery latch and hold it, then pull the battery pack from the computer. (Figure 16)

Figure 16. Removing the Battery Pack

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Monitoring the Battery Charge

To install the battery pack:

1. With the computer’s power off, close the LCD panel and turn the computer over so the bottom of the unit faces up.

2. Slide the battery pack into the compartment. Make sure the battery is fully inserted into the compartment.

Figure 17. Installing the Battery

Insert the battery into the battery compartment, ensuring the correct

orientation so that the battery fits in its slot properly.

Battery life is effected by factors such as the power-management settings in System Setup, the applications you use, and the brightness settings of the LCD. Under normal usage, the battery charge lasts approximately two and a half hours.

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Battery life estimates are subject to variation. The actual life of your battery may

be less than the estimates given in this manual.

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You can monitor the charge of the battery pack installed in your computer through the battery gauge.

Using the Battery Gauge

Press [Fn+F2] to display the battery gauge on the LCD. You can display the battery gauge while you are in any program.

The gauge has four sections:

•

The top/left section of the gauge indicates whether the secondary battery is used or not. If it is used, the two digit decimal number that represents the status of secondary battery charge remaining.

•

The top/right section indicates the approximate

amount of the primary battery charge remaining.

•

The bottom/left section of the gauge shows you current PMS (Power management Setting) status which is set in the system setup. It shows adapter is plugged in.

•

The bottom/right section indicates whether the computer is being powered by the battery or by the AC adapter. An icon of a power cord plug indicates an internal AC adapter power source and a battery icon (shown) indicates a battery power source.

Off

when the AC

Using PowerProfiler to Monitor the Battery

While the battery gauge is displayed, all keys except [Esc] are disabled. The battery gauge closes in a few seconds, or you can press [Esc] to close it.

Use PowerProfiler to set power-management options for computers shipped with Windows NT installed. To use PowerProfiler to monitor the battery charge, place the cursor on the battery icon in the right corner of the task bar. PowerProfiler shows you the amount of battery charge remaining.

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To set battery monitoring options in PowerProfiler:

Battery Warnings

1. Double-click the

2. Click the

Battery

3. Set options under

PowerProfiler

battery icon to open the software.

tab.

Battery Status and Alarm Settings

For more information on PowerProfiler, see the Help option in the PowerProfiler software.

Your computer gives you the following low-battery warnings (Table 5).

TABLE 5. Battery Warnings

Warnings Condition Action to Take

The computer beeps 5 times.

The computer beeps 5 times, with a short time between beeps. After a short time, the comp uter automatically goes into rest mode.

Battery low: The battery charge is about 10 percent. Approximately 5–10 minutes of battery charge is left.

Battery very low: The battery charge is about 5 percent.

Save your work. Use the power cord to power the computer or turn off the computer and i nstall a fully charged battery.

Use the power cord to power the computer and charge the battery.

When DVD-ROM is installed, computer doesn’t dee.

The above features are valid with Windows 95/98 APM compliant Operating Systems. In the case of a Windows 98 or any other ACPI compliant Operating System which is running on APM interface, you should adjust the battery alarm features by using the Operating Systems power management program (Control Panel > Power management in Windows 98).

Windows 98 and WIndows 2000 can operate in APM or ACPI mode, in the APM mode you should select the Rest mode of the low battery situations (Power On Suspend/Save-to-Disk) in BIOS setup. See “Power Menu” on page 84.

If you cannot run your computer from the battery and the battery will not charge when you attach the power cord, the problem may be that:

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Using the Modem

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The battery temperature is below 41° F (5° C) or over 95° F (35° C). If you think the battery temperature is too hot or too cold, turn off the computer, remove the battery, and let the battery reach room temperature. Then try charging the battery again.

•

The battery is defective. Replace the battery with a new battery.

Using the Modem

Precautions Before Use

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Using the modem on a PBX system (Key-phone system)

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All TransPort LT notebooks ship with an internal modem installed. The combination Modem/NIC is optional.

The Transport LT Modem with a PCI interface does not support DOS mode. You

can use DOS box in Windows 98 instead of pure DOS mode.

If you connect the modem to the digital key-phone line, the modem will be

damaged.

If you use a simple terminal program

command as an initializa tio n comm and . If you use a

1. Click the

2. Click

3. Double-click the tab.

4. Check the tab.

Windows Communication Program

button and then point to

Start

Control Panel

Wait for dial tone before dialing

Modems

icon and the click

you should type

follow the instructions below.

Settings

Properties

check box at the

ATX3&W

button at the

ATX3

Connection

General

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Figure 18. Modem Properties Dialog Box

5. Click OK to close the dialog box.

6. Click OK to close

Modem Properties

Using the Modem

dialog box.

Description of 56K

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There are different standards regarding 56K technology.

•

K56Flex Technology developed by Rockwell Semiconductor Systems and Lucent Technologies

•

X2 Technology developed by USR (US Robotics, now 3Com)

K56Flex and X2 are not interoperabl e.

•

V.90 Standard. In February 1998, The ITU-T (ITU Telecommunication Standardization Sector) agreed on the technical specifications for 56K modems (V.90) and has approved in mid-September, 1998. But, the modem driver can be updated to resolve fine points of operation between different vendor's modems and unusual telephone line conditions.

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Using the Modem

1. Due to FCC limitations, speeds of 53kbps are the maximum permissible

transmit power levels during download transmissions. Actual data speeds will vary depending on line conditions.

2. In order to use the 56K feature, be sure to check if the standards supported by

the on-line service provider and the modem are identical. If you use a PBX phone system, you cannot connect using the 56K mode due to

line loss.

Modem Specifications

•

Data communications.

•

V.90, K56Flex, V.34+, V.34, V.32bis, V.32, V22bis, V.22, V.21,

BELL212A, BELL103

•

Data throughput speed

•

56,000 bps ~ 28,000 bps (V.90, downstream only, step: about 1333

bps)

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56,000 bps ~ 32,000 bps (K56Flex, downstream only, step: 2000 bps)

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33,600 bps ~ 2,400 bps (step: 2400 bps)

•

1,200 bps

•

300 bps

•

Fax mode support.

V.29, V.27ter, V.21ch2, V.17

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Fax throughput speed.

14400, 12000, 9600, 7200, 4800, 2400, 300

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Data compression feature.

V.42bis, MNP CLASS 5

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Data correction feature.

V.42 LAPM, MNP CLASS 2~4

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Fax capacity.

CLASS 1

•

Plug and Play feature.

Microsoft Windows 95/98 Plug and Play Support

•

PCI 2.1, PPMI 1.0 support

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Installing the Modem Driver in Windows 95/98

Modem Commands

What are AT commands?

Before Using AT Commands

You can install the modem drive as shown in the following instructions. Refer to the MRestore CD that comes with your Transport LT for Modem installation instructions for your Operating System.

The Transport LT Modem includes the basic commands used by the Smart Modem of the Hayes Corporation. Additional commands are added to improve its capacity.

AT commands are the control commands of Fax modems developed by the Hayes Corporation. AT commands are the industry standard and are necessary for any fax modem. It is used with S-register to set the modem status.

Generally, AT commands are used by directly entering the command into any communications program, like Hyper terminal.

You can perform the following functions more easily by using AT commands.

•

Calling up or hanging up the phone in order to communicate by computer modem.

•

Choosing a modem in order to make the most efficient communication status.

Communication programs are becoming more efficient and more intelligent, and users do not need to know all the AT commands. Knowing a few basic commands is enough for computer communications.

To use AT commands, enter them into terminal-based communication programs directly. (Hyper terminal within Windows 98 and Windows NT, and third party communication programs like CrossTalk and Procomm.)

CompuServe and America On-line applications are not terminal-based communication programs, but they are communication programs based on Graphic environment. These programs, and those like them, can initiate the modem setting by entering an AT command in a menu with a modem initialization command.

Before using AT commands you have to know there are two kinds of modes when you use it.

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Command Mode

If you turn on your computer and start communication by a communication program, you can see a prompt on the terminal screen. Under such conditions, you can use AT commands like calling, etc.

DATA Mode

In command mode, you can call by using AT commands and communicate with others by connecting to other modems. You can call this status Data mode or Online mode. In data mode, you cannot use any AT commands except the +++ command, which has +++ at the head.

If you stop communication and disconnect the phone, the Fax modem will run in command mode again.

Using Command Mode during Communications

Sometimes, you have to use AT commands while you're communicating with others via modem. In this case, you can use +++ commands for AT commands without hanging up your telephone. Pressing '+' three times makes fax modem change to command mode. The telephone will not be disconnected. (Do not press the [Enter] key after input +++).

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If you want to return to Data Mode, the connection may be lost depending

on the server.

If you want return to Data mode from command mode, you only have to input ATO and press the [Enter] key to start the communications again.

The mode cannot be transferred from the command mode to the data mode

depending on the server.

AT commands can be used in the following way. There's no difference between capital letters and small letters, and all commands should include 'AT' as a prefix except ones which include 'A/' instead.

Also, Carriage Returns saved in the S3 register should be entered in order to signal the end of the command.

AT command - press the [Enter] key.

Example: ATDT 123-4567 - press [Enter] and the modem dials to 123-4567.

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Display the result value

After entering AT commands, the result value is displayed on the screen. The result value can be displayed during communication. Generally, the result will

be OK. According to the ATV command, the result can be displayed as Words or numeral letters. (ATVO: Display as numeral letters, ATV1: Display as English words).

Basic AT Commands

A/ Repeats the previous command in the buffer ATA Responds manually to incoming RING signals +++ Switches from on-line mode to command mode ATO Switches from command mode to on-line mode ATEn Echo control E0 Disables echoing of the commands to the screen E1 Enables echoing of the commands to the screen ATDT phone number

Touch tone dial

ATDP phone number

Pulse dial ATHn Hook control H0 On-Hook (same as hang-up) H1 Off-Hook (same as hold-on) ATLn Modem speaker loudness control L0~1 Low volume L2 Medium volume L3 High volume ATMn Modem speaker control M0 Disables modem speaker M1 Enables only when in connection procedure

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Installing the Modem Driver in Windo ws 95/9 8 M2 Enables always M3 Enables until carrier has been detected after connection ATS0=nSets S0 register value (n range: 0~255). Sets the number of incoming ring

signals before answering. The Modem responds after as many incoming rings as specified in n value. If the value of n is '0', ATA command should be entered for auto answer.

ATS0? Displays S0 register value on the terminal ATX3 Dials after waiting for specified time ATX4 Dials after dial tone is detected ATZ Initializes modem AT&F Loads the factory default configuration (profile) AT&V Shows current configuration AT&W Saves user profile AT&Zn=xStores the dial string in modem memory (n=0~3, x=phone number) e.g.)

AT&Z0=1235678 Automatically calls the stored phone number by using the following command.

ATDTS0 Recalls the stored phone number as AT&Z0 by tone dial ATDPS0 Recalls the stored phone number as AT&Z0 by pulse dial AT+MS=X Sets protocol for modem connection

(X=V90, V34) AT+MS=V90 (default setting) Try to connect with V90 (max 56 Kbps) AT+MS=V34 Try to connect with V.34 (max 33.6 Kbps)

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Video Features and Configuration

Chapter 4 - Video Features and Configuration

Your computer includes a TFT LCD or active-mat rix display. The capabilities of the screen plus the video drivers installed on the computer determine the quality of the image your LCD can display.

The following sections describe the display capabilities of your computer.

Resolution and Color Depth

The resolution of the LCD is the sharpness of the image it can display. Resolution is measured by the number of pixels (individual dots) displayed on the entire screen. In general, the more pixels the LCD can display, the better the image.

Your LCD screen is 12.1 SVGA, with a maximum display of 800x600, about 800,000 pixels.

The number of colors the LCD can display is measured by how many bits the LCD uses to represent each pixel:

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8-bit color can support 256 different colors.

•

16-bit color can support 64 K (65,536) colors.

•

24-bit color can support 16 M (16.8 million) colors.

•

32-bit color can support 16 M (16.8 million) colors.

24-bit color uses the RGB color model. 32-bit color uses the CMYK color model which gives better printed color matching. Table 6 lists the basic video mode capabilities and maximum colors supported by

your computer.

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Video Features and Configuration

Resolution and Color Depth

TABLE 6. Video Driver Capabilities

Software Drivers

Windows 98 640x480, 720x480, 800x600, 848x480, 1024x768,

Windows NT

4.0

Resolution Supported with 4MB(8MB) SGRAM

1152x864, 1280x1024, 1600x1200 640x480, 720x480, 800x600, 848x480, 1024x768,

1152x864, 1280x1024, (1600x1200) 640x480, 720x480, 800x600, 848x480, 1024x768,

1152x864, (1280x1024)

640x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1152x864, 1280x1024, 1600x120 0

640x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1152x864, 1280x1024, (1600x1200)

640x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1152x864, (1280x1024)

Number of Colors

256

65,536

16.8 million (24 bit)

16.8 million (32 bit)

256

65,536

16.8 million (24 bit)

16.8 million (32 bit)

All these video modes can be displayed on an external monitor. However, if you disconnect an external monitor that was attached to your computer and then start the computer, the LCD may revert to a different resolution than the one you chose for the external monitor.

Configuring Display Features

Selecting a Monitor Type

The following sections describe how to configure the display settings on your computer.

When you attach an external monitor to your computer, Windows 98 automatically selects display settings for it (this feature is not available in Windows NT). If you wish, you can adjust the display settings by selecting a monitor type:

1. Click the

2. Select

3. Click

Start

button on the Windows 98 task bar.

Settings

Control Panel

Control Pane

. The

l window appears.

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Resolution and Color Depth

Changing Color Depth and Resolution

4. Double-click the

5. Click the

6. Click the

7. Click the

8. Click the

9. Click the

10.Select the select the driver you want radio button and click the

11.Select the

12.Select a manufacturer and model setting that matches your external monitor. Your computer has an intelligent video chip set that automatically matches your LCD panel resolution and frequency when an external monitor is not present.

13.Click the

14.The of the device you have selected. Click the

15.Follow any prompts that appear on the screen.

To change the color depth and resolution of your LCD or external monitor:

1. Click the

2. Select

3. Click

4. Double-click the

Settings Advanced Monitor Change Next

Update Device Driver Wizard

Start

Settings

Control Panel

Display

tab. button. The

button.

Display a list of all the drivers in a specific location

Show all hardware

button.

button on the

Display

icon. The

tab. The

button. The

Control Panel

. The

icon. The

Settings

Display Properties

screen appears.

Advanced Properties

Update Device Driver Wizard

radio button.

screen appears showing the driver location

button.

Windows

task bar.

window appears.

Display Properties

window appears.

screen appears.

button.

window appears.

so you can

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5. Click the

Figure 19. Display properties in Windows NT 4.0

Settings

tab. The

6. To change the color depth, click the arrow next to

Settings

screen appears.

Color palette

color depth you want.

7. To change the resolution, click and drag the knob under the you select the resolution you want.

8. Click the OK button.

9. Follow the prompts that appear on the screen.

and select the

Screen

area until

Changing the Video Driver

Windows 98:

It is possible that you may want to update your video driver or that your installed video driver has become corrupt so that the display is unusable.

1. Click on the

2. Select

Settings

Display Properties

3. Click the

Advanced

Start

button. The

and click on

window appears.

button. The properties screen for your currently installed

Start Menu

Control Panel

will appear.

, double click on

Display

The

video driver appears.

4. Select the

Adapter

menu.

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Windows NT 4.0:

5. Click the

6. Click the

7. Select

Change Next

Display a list of all the drivers in a specific location

button. The

button.

select the driver you want. Click the

8. Click the floppy drive. Click the

Have disk

button. If the driver is on a floppy disk insert it into the

Browse

Update Device Driver Wizard

button.

window appears.

so you can

button and locate the driver you want to install.

Click the OK button.

9. Select the new driver in the

10.Click the

button to install the new driver and follow any directions on the

Select Device

screen and click the OK button.

screen to finish setting the display properties.

1. Log on to the computer as supervisor. The

Invalid Display Settings

window

may appear.

2. Click on the

3. Select

Settings

Display Properties

4. Select the

5. Click the

6. Click the

7. Click the

Settings Display Type Change Have disk

Start

button and the

and click on

window appears.

menu.

button. The

button. If the driver is on a floppy disk insert it into the

button. The

Start Menu

Control Panel

Display Type

Change Display

appears.

, double click on

window appears.

Display

floppy drive or if you want to use the original factory driver, insert the Restore CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Enter the path to the directory where the drivers are located or click the

Browse

button and locate driver you want to

install. Click the OK button.

The

Figure 20. Enter location of the driver files

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A line similar to the following line appears under the

Mobility

8. Click OK. The

9. Click

10.Click OK. Remove the disk from the floppy drive. Close the open windows on

11.Click

12.Log on as supervisor. The

13.Click the OK button. Click the

By installing PC Cards, you can add functions to your notebook computer similar to those found on add-in boards for desktop computers. Available PC Cards include:

Your computer includes the following PC Card support:

Third-Party Drivers

Yes

. The driver is copied. A window appears informing you the driver has

been successfully copied.

the screen.

Yes

when prompted to restart the computer. As the computer restarts,

Windows NT Workstation Version 4.00

select press [Enter].

Invalid Display Settings

and follow any directions on the screen to finish setting the display properties.

•

Input/output, such as modem, network, pager, video capture, and SCSI cards.

•

Storage, such as hard drive and flash (SRAM) cards.

•

Combo cards, such as a combination modem and network card.

warning window appears.

Test

button at the

Display

as the Operating System and

Display Properties

option:

window will appear.

ATI 3D RAGE

window

•

Two PC-Card slots: You can install Type I, II, or III cards in the slots. Type III cards are thicker than Types I and II. If you install a Type III card in the bottom slot, you cannot install a card in the top slot.

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CardBus hardware and software: CardBus enables the computer to use 32-bit PC Cards. Windows 98 supports 32-bit and 16-bit PC Cards. The

SystemSoft systems that ship from the factory with Windows NT installed, also supports both 16-bit and 32-bit cards.

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Zoomed video: Both PC Card slots and the video chip on your computer support zoomed video. When you install a zoom video PC Card in the upper or lower slot, data can be transferred directly from the PC Card to

CardWizard™ for Windows NT program, provided with

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video and audio systems without going through the microprocessor. V ideo conferencing and real-time multimedia devices, such as video cameras, are supported by zoomed video.

To use the CardBus and zoomed video technology with Windows NT, install the CardBus and zoomed video drivers provided with your PC Card. If no drivers were supplied with your card, contact the PC Card manufacturer. ATA (AT attachment) and modem PC Cards do not require extra drivers.

Maintaining PC Cards

Using PC Cards

To maintain your PC Cards, follow these guidelines:

•

Keep cards away from excessive heat, direct sunlight, and liquids.

•

Do not drop, bend, flex, or crush cards when handling.

•

Keep dust, magnets, and static electricity away from PC Cards.

•

When a card is not in use, carry it in its protective carrying case.

•

Some PC Cards include cables that extend from the back of the cards. Be careful not to bend or put excessive strain on these cables.

You can install PC Cards while the computer is on. To insert a PC Card into a slot:

1. Push the slot door in with the PC Card.

2. Align the card with a slot and insert the card into the slot until it locks in place (Figure 21).

To remove a PC Card:

1. Push the eject button once to pop it outward.

2. Push the eject button again, then the card will be ejected.

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Eject button

Figure 21. Inserting a PC Card

PC Card

Windows 98 automatically assigns computer resources (such as communication ports and memory addresses) to a PC Card installed in your computer. For further information on configuring a PC Card in Windows 98, see the index entry in the Windows Help. Windows 98 also handles power management for PC Cards.

Use the following procedures to remove PC Cards, or you may lose data that is

being stored to a card.

To remove a PC Card from your computer using Windows 98 Operating System:

1. Click the

PC Card

icon on the task bar.

2. Select the name of the card you want to remove, and then click the button.

3. Push the card eject button on the side of the PC Card slot when prompted to do so and then pull the card out of the PC Card slot.

Systemsoft Card Wizard is shipped with notebook computers that use Windows NT as the Operating System. When you install a PC Card, CardWizard attempts to configure it automatically. If Card Wizard successfully assigns system resources to your card, the computer beeps twice.

PC card

Stop

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If CardWizard cannot automatically configure your PC Card, the computer beeps once and a message appears telling you that the card has not been configured. Click the why the card was not configured and fixes the problem or gives you information to help fix the problem.

CardWizard works with the PowerProfiler program to manage PC Cards when the computer enters or resumes from rest mode. CardWizard gives you instructions to prevent loss of data before the computer enters rest mode or may stop the computer from entering rest mode. ATA and modem cards can enter rest mode.

Follow these guidelines when using PC Cards with CardWizard:

Wizard

•

Some LAN (local-area network) cards can be inserted while the computer is on but should be removed only when the system is turned off.

•

SCSI cards should be inserted at startup to enable Windows NT to find the device attached to the SCSI card. SCSI cards can be removed when the computer is turned off. If you restart your computer without the SCSI card installed, a message may appear telling you that a service did not start. You can ignore this message.

•

Modem and ATA cards can be inserted and removed while the computer is on.

button on the CardWizard window. CardWizard then analyzes

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Before you remove a modem or ATA card from your computer, stop the card

through the CardWizard program or you may lose data.

To stop and remove a PC Card from your computer:

1. In the

2. Click

3. Push the card eject button on the side of the PC Card slot. Pull the card out of

4. For more information on using the CardWizard program, see the CardWizard

SystemSoft CardWizard

the name of the card you want to remove.

Stop

when the card is stopped. Click OK.

the slot compartment.

Help.

in the

Actions

screen, click with the right mouse button on

menu. A red stop sign appears on the main screen

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Using Options

Chapter 5 - Using Options

You can order the following options for your Notebook computer from your authorized reseller:

The options that are available may change periodically. Contact micronpc.com for updated information on current and new options.

AC Adapter

•

An extra AC adapter.

•

An auto adapter that enables you to charge the computer’s battery and operate the computer in an automobile.

•

An extra battery pack.

•

32, 64 and 128 MB SDRAM memory modules that enable you to upgrade your computer’s memory to a maximum of 192 MB.

•

A CD-ROM drive module.

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A DVD-ROM drive module.

•

A Mini-PCI Software Modem module or a LAN/Modem combined module (Type 3A).

•

A LS-120 Super Disk.

•

A Port Replicator.

•

A Secondary battery pack with internal charger.

AC Adapter

Auto Adapter

The optional AC adapter operates in the same way as the adapter that came with your computer does. See ”Using the Battery” on page 41 for information about the AC adapter.

The auto adapter enables you to power your computer and charge the computer battery in an automobile, through the +12 volt cigarette lighter socket.

To use the adapter:

1. Plug the adapter cable into the AC adapter connector on the computer.

2. Connect the adapter to the cigarette lighter socket. The light on the adapter is green when the adapter is working properly. The light

may be red for a few seconds when you first plug in the adapter or while you use the adapter. This is normal. If the light remains red, check to make sure the adapter is connected correctly.

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Battery Pack

If the adapter is plugged in and the adapter light does not turn on:

•

Check the adapter connections.

•

If you are in an automobile, turn on the automobile’s ignition to supply power to the adapter. In some vehicles, power to the cigarette lighter socket is always on and you do not need to turn on the ignition.

•

If the previous procedures do not activate the adapter, you may need to change the fuse in the adapter. To remove the fuse from the adapter, unscrew the adapter cap with a pair of pliers and remove the cap. Replace the fuse with an 8 amp fuse. In an automobile, you may need to replace the fuse in the cigarette lighter socket.

When you connect the adapter to the cigarette lighter, the battery starts charging immediately.

To prevent loss of data and possible damage to the computer, unplug the auto adapter when starting and stopping the automobile engine.

Battery P a ck

Memory Modules

Before You Install Memory

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You can order a smart lithium-ion battery pack for your computer. See ”Using the Battery” on page 41 for information on the battery.

When changing the battery, power the system down and replace the battery. If you try to replace the battery when the system is on, the system may become unresponsive.

You can increase system memory by installing optional memory modules. You can install 32, 64, or 128 MB modules.

To avoid possible system problems, use only approved memory modules in your computer.

To prevent personal injury and damage to the equipment, follow the precautions listed here before installing a memory module.

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Take the following precautions when installing a memory module:

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Before you remove the memory module compartment door, turn off the computer, unplug the power cord, and remove the battery. Also, disconnect any peripheral devices.

•

Before handling a memory module, discharge any static electricity by touching a grounded surface or using a grounding wrist strap.

•

Do not insert objects with conductive material, such as metal screwdrivers or graphite pencils, into the memory-module compartment.

•

Be careful in handling the metal plate of the memory door.

Handle a memory module carefully. Hold them only by the edges.

To install a memory module:

1. Turn the computer over so that the bottom faces up.

2. Using a screwdriver, remove the screw that holds the memory-module compartment door in place (Figure 22).

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Figure 22. Removing the Memory Module Compartment Door

3. Grasp the edge of the door and pull the door off the chassis.

4. Remove installed modules if necessary.

When removing modules, pull on the plastic portion of the connector slots tabs only. Do not pull on the metal part of the tabs, or you may damage the tabs.

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a. Pull the tabs on the connector slot outward slightly, until the edge of the

memory module pops up (Figure 23).

Tab

Figure 23. Removing a Memory Module

b. Hold the memory module by the edges and pull it forward out of the

compartment.

5. Align the connector on the memory module with the connector of the slot.

6. Push the memory module into the slot at a slight angle until the connectors are fully engaged (Figure 24).

7. Push down on the edge of the memory module until the module snaps into place.

Figure 24. Installing a Memory Module

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CD-ROM Drive

8. Align the memory module compartment door with the compartment and push the door down until it snaps into place.

9. Reinstall the screw you removed in step 2.

10.Turn the computer on and perform a complete POST to check the memory integrity.

CD-ROM Drive

DVD-ROM Drive Module

Secondary Battery

If your system did not ship with a CD-ROM drive included, you can order a drive. See ”Using the CD-ROM Drive” on page 37 for directions on installing the CDROM drive.

If your system did not ship with a DVD-ROM drive included, you can order a drive. The DVD-ROM drive module can be inserted into your computer exactly as you would insert a CD-ROM. See ”Using the CD-ROM Drive” on page 37 for directions on installing and using the CD-ROM drive. There is MPEG-2 software included with the drive that will enable you to play DVD movies from the DVD-ROM drive.

The secondary battery is available from micronpc.com. The secondary battery has its own LED to show the battery charge remaining,

and it can be directly connected to an AC adapter to charge. Charging time:

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When the battery is connected to AC adapter directly: 3.2 ~ 3.8 hours.

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When the battery is installed in the Flex-bay: 4 ~ 5 hours.

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Figure 25. Secondary Battery

Connect directly to the AC adapter.

Port Replicator

Flex-Bay (see “Using the Flex-Bay” on page 33)

Press the switch on 2nd battery to see the battery charge remaining

LED (Amber) On- Charging Off- Fully charged

Port Replicator

Features of the Port Replicator

Connecting the computer to peripheral devices on a regular basis has become quick and easy with the 100-pin Port Replicator.

Eject button

connector

Eject button

Figure 26. Front view of the port replicator

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Installing a Port Replicator

USB device

Microphone

Headphone

Figure 27. Back view of the port replicator

PS/2 Mouse

PS/2 Keyboard

Joystick/MIDI

LAN Serial port

Printer

Monitor AC Adapter

TV-Out

1. Turn off your system and disconnect all the devices.

2. Adjust the connecting part of the system and the port replicator.

Line-In

Kensington Lock

Eject button

Figure 28. Connecting a Port Replicator

3. Push the system firmly to install a port replicator properly.

4. Connect an AC adapter to a power connector and cables from peripheral devices.

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Port Replicator

The system power must be turned off before connection or disconnection of the port replicator from the system, or both devices could be damaged.

While the TV is ON, do not press [Fn+LCD/CRT] key. Pressing [Fn+LCD/ CRT] key may cause malfunction on TV-Out.

Removing a Port Replicator

1. Turn off the system.

2. Remove the AC adapter.

3. Push both eject buttons.

4. Remove the system.

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Drivers and System Resources

Chapter 6 - Drivers and System Resources

This section provides basic information about drivers and system IRQs.

Drivers

IRQs

A driver is a program that enables the Operating System to work with a hardware device. Your computer includes drivers for the audio, video, infrared, touchpad, keyboard, CD-ROM drive, hard drive, floppy drive, and PC Card controller. When you add a device to your computer, such as a printer, you install a driver for that device. Different drivers are used by different Operating Systems.

Most of the devices in your computer are connected to your computer need their own IRQ (interrupt request line). The IRQ is a hardware line that a device can use to send signals to the microprocessor. When the device needs the microprocessor’s service, the device sends an interrupt request signal to the microprocessor.

The number of IRQs available for any computer is limited by industry standards. Because it ships with numerous features, this computer uses most of the available IRQs. If you add another device to your computer, you may need to disable an existing device to free up an IRQ for the new device. IRQ resources are of particular concern when the computer is attached to a docking device.

The default IRQ settings that are used by your computer are listed in Table 7.

TABLE 7. IRQs

IRQ Windows 98 Windows NT 4.0 Windows 2000

0 System timer System timer System timer 1 Keyboard Keyboard Keyboard 2 Internal Controller Internal Controller Internal Controller 3 IrDA Port COM 2, COM 4 IrDA Port 4 COM 1, COM 3 COM 1, COM 3 COM 1, COM 3 5 Audio/USB Audio/USB Audio/USB 6 Floppy controller Floppy controlle r Floppy controller 7 LPT1 (parallel port) LPT1 (parallel port) LPT1 (parallel port) 8 CMOS/Clock CMOS/Clock CMOS/Clock 9 ACPI bus SCI IRQ Reserved ACPI bus SCI IRQ

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Service Pack 6A for Windows NT 4.0

IRQ Windows 98 Windows NT 4.0 Windows 2000

10 Reserved Reserved Reserved 11 CardBus/Modem CardBus/Modem CardBus/Modem 12 Touchpad, PS/2 mouse Touchpad, PS/2 mouse Touchpad, PS/2 mouse 13 Numeric data processor Numeric data processor Numeric data processor 14 IDE 1 (hard drive) IDE 1 (hard drive) IDE 1 (hard drive) 15 IDE 2 (CD-ROM drive) IDE 2 (CD-ROM drive) IDE 2 (CD-ROM drive)

In Windows 98, you can configure a device so that the device is disabled when you connect your computer to a docking station but enabled when the computer is not connected to the docking station. With this configuration, an IRQ is available for a peripheral device that you connect to the docking station. See your Windows 98 manual for more information.

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Microsoft Service Pack 6A (SP6A) is included with computers shipped from the factory with Windows NT installed. Any time you change or add components to your Windows NT system, you need to reinstall SP6A.

The version of SP6A on your computer’s hard drive includes the correct video driver for your system. If possible, always install this version on your computer.

To install SP6A:

1. Run the executable file. This file is located on your computer’s hard drive at C:\SP6A\i386\update.

2. Follow the instructions on the screen with these exceptions:

a. When you are prompted to overwrite the uninstall directory, click the

button.

b. When a prompt identifies your pcmcia.sys file as an OEM-installed file and

asks you to overwrite the version of the file on your system with the service pack version, click the No button.

If you install any service packs on your computer in the future, make sure

that, when you are prompted, you do not overwrite the pcmcia.sys file, or you may be unable to use the PC card slot.

Yes

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Installing the LAN Driver in Windows 98

Refer to the MRestore CD that came with your Transport LT for LAN installation instructions specific to your Operating System.

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Using System Setup

Chapter 7 - Using System Setup

The System Setup program enables you to configure your computer hardware and set security and power-savings options. The settings you choose are stored in the battery-maintained CMOS memory that saves the information even when the computer’s power is turned off. When your computer is turned back on, it is configured with the values found in this memory.

Run System Setup if you get a message prompting you to run the program. You may also want to run System Setup, particularly the first time you use your computer, to set the time and date, use security or power-management features, or alter the settings of other features.

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Your computer’s version of System Setup may not include all the fields listed here

or may include additional fields. Field names and order of appearance can vary according to the version of the BIOS (basic input/output system) on your computer.

To start System Setup, turn on your computer. When prompted press [F2]. The System Setup screen will appear.

The top of the System Setup screen has a menu bar with the selections listed in Table 8.

TABLE 8. System Setup Menus

Menu Function

Main Changes the basic system configuration. Advanced Configures advanced features on your

computer.

Security Enables se curity features, including

passwords and backup and virus-check

reminders. Power Configures power-management features. Boot Specifies the order of boot devices and

configures boot features. Exit Specifies how to exit System Setup.

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Starting System Setup

To open a menu, use the left or right arrow keys to select the menu name and press [Enter].

Table 9 lists the keys you can use to navigate through System Setup.

TABLE 9. System Setup Navigation Keys

Navigation Key

[F1] [Alt+H] D i sp lay s the Ge neral Help window. [Esc] Exits the current menu. Moves location up a

[Left Arrow] and [Right Arrow] keys

[Up Arrow] and [Down Arrow] keys

[Tab] Moves the cursor forward through the cells for a

[Tab+Shift] Moves the cursor backward through th e cell s for

[Home] [PgUp] Moves the cursor to the field at the top of the

[End] [PgDn] Moves the cu rsor to the fie ld at the bottom of the

[F5] [-] Scrolls backwards through the options for the

[F6] [+] or

[F9] Loads factory installed Setup Default values. [F10] Saves current settings and exits set up. [Enter] Executes commands or opens a submenu.

Alternate Key

Keypad arrow keys

[Space]

Function

level. Select a different menu. Pressing [ESC] at the

Main menu brings you to the Exit menu.

Move the cursor up and down between fields.

highlighted field. Thi s works only in System Time and System date.

a highlighted field. This works only in System Time and System date.

window.

highlighted field. Scrolls forward through the options for the

highlighted field.

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Main Menu

A pointer symbol appearing to the left of a field indicates that you can open a submenu from this field. A submenu contains additional options for a field. To open a submenu, highlight the field and press [Enter]. Use the same keys to enter values and move from field to field within submenus as you use within menus.

When you highlight a field, information about the field appears on the right side of the screen. System Setup also provides a General Help screen that can be opened from any menu by pressing [F1] or [Alt+H]. The General Help screen lists the navigation keys with their corresponding alternates and functions.

When a scroll bar appears to the right of a help window, more information is availabl e than ca n be displa yed in th e window. Use the [ PgUp] and [PgDn] keys or the [Up Arrow] and [Down Arrow] keys to scroll through the entire help document. Press [Home] to display the first page, or press [End] to go to the last page. To exit the help window, press [Enter] or [Esc].

If your computer will not boot after you have changed settings in System Setup and exited the program, reboot and press [F2] to reenter System Setup. Once in System Setup, you can try to change the values that caused your computer boot to fail. If the problem persists, press [F9] to load the default values.

Main Menu

When you open System Setup, the Main menu appears. You can make changes to your computer’s basic system configuration from this menu. The fields displayed in this menu are described below.

TABLE 10. Main Menu

Feature Options Description

System Time: hh:mm:ss Sets your computer to the time that you specify,

usually the current time. Enter the hour, minute, and second in the format Use the [tab] key to move between the hour, minute, and second cells. Use the hyphen key [-] or [Space] bar to decrease or increase the numbers.

System Date: mm:dd:yyyy Sets your computer to the date that you specify,

usually the current date. Enter the month, day, and year in the format move between the month, day, and year cells. Use the hyphen key [-] or [Space] bar to decrease or increase the num be rs. Th is fi eld supports year d ate s of 2000 and beyond.

hh:mm:ss.

mm:dd:yyyy

Use a 24-hour clock

. Use the [tab] key to

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TABLE 10. (Continued) Main Menu

Feature Options Description

Legacy Diskette A:1.44 MB, 3 1/2

inch

Primary Master and Secondary Master:

Primary Master Secondary Master

Specifie s a drive type for floppy drive A.

1/2 inch (

Y our com puter can sup port two IDE dri ves. The Main menu contains two IDE adapter fields to configure these drives. installed in the computer. the CD-ROM and DVD-ROM drives or Removable drives.

To configure a replacement or upgrade hard drive, move the cursor to select the the System Setup Main menu, and then press the [Enter] key. The submenu appears. Normally, you can use the field in the submenu to automatically set the values for the other fields in the submenu. Manually set the other fields in this su bmenu onl y if th e drive you ha ve installed in your computer is not recognized by System Setup.

default) floppy disk can be used.

Primary Maste r

Secondary Master

Auto

Main Menu

1.44 MB, 3

defines the hard drive

defines

Primary Maste r

option of the

field in

Type

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Set the Auto option of the Type field in the Secondary Master submenu to enable the system to boot from Bootable CD-ROMS, you will also need to check the boot device priority field and Bootable CD check field.

After you make your selections from this submenu, press the [Esc] key to exit back to the Main menu.

Before attempting to configure a hard drive, make sure you have the configuration information supplied by the manufacturer of the hard drive. Incorrect drive settings can cause your computer to malfunction.

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Main Menu

The Primary and Secondary Master fields calls up a submenu. The following fields are found in the submenu:

TABLE 11. Primary and Secondary Master Fields Submenu

Feature Option Description

Type: Auto

User None

Cylinders: Configures the number of cylinders for the hard drive.

Heads: Configures the number of read/write heads for the hard

Sectors: Configures the number of sectors per track for the hard

Maximum Capacity:

Multi-Sector Transfers:

LBA Mode Control:

Disabled 2 Sectors 4 Sectors 8 Sectors 16 Sectors Enabled Disabled

Configures the hard drive type. Normally, select this field to have your computer attempt to automatically detect the drive type and set the values for the remaining fields in this submenu manually, specify enter the number of cylinders, heads, sectors per track, and write pre-compensation for your drive. Refer to your drive’s user documentation or look on the drive to obtain this information. If no drive is installed or if you are removing a drive and not replacing it, select

Refer to your drive’s user documentation or look on the drive to obtain this information. Before you can make changes to this field, the Type field must be set to

drive. Refer to your drive’s user documentation or look on the drive to determine the correct value to enter for this field. Before you can make changes to this field, the Type field must be set to

Shows the maximum capacity of the drive. This field is for reference only.

Sets the number of sectors per block to the highest number supported by the drive.

Enables or disables 28-bit addressing of the hard drive, without regard for cylinders , he ad s, a nd s ec tors . En abl ing this field may decrease the access speed of the hard drive.

User

Auto

. Manually

None

User

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Feature Option Description

32 Bit I/O: Enabled

Disabled

Transfer Mode:

Smart Monitoring:

Ultra DMA Mode:

Standard Fast PIO 1 Fast PIO 2 Fast PIO 3 Fast PIO 4 Enabled Disabled Mode 0 Mode 1 Mode 2 Disabled

Enables or disables 32-Bit I/O (input/output). When

Enabled

32-bit input and output. If the field is your computer works with 16-bit input and output and has lower performance.

Selects the method for trans ferring d ata betw een th e hard drive and system memory. Refer to your drive’s user documentation to specify the correct option for this field.

Default setting is Monitoring function is used. This field is for reference only.

Enables the hard drive to use ultra DMA (direct memory access) transfer mode to transfer data between the drive and system memory.

, your hard drive can work with applications with

Disabled

Enabled

. Shows that the Smart

TABLE 12. (continued) Main Menu

Feature Option Description

System Memory:

Extended Memory:

BIOS Version / Micom Versi on:

CPU Type / CPU Speed:

Displays the amount of conventional memory detected by your computer during startup. This field is for reference only.

Displays the amount of extended memory detected by your computer during startup. This field is for reference only.

Displays the BIOS version and Micom version.

Displays CPU type and speed.

Main Menu

(default),

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Advanced Menu

Selecting

Advanced

from the menu bar displays the

Advanced

menu.

TABLE 13. Advanced Menu

Feature Option Description

Installed O/S: Select the Operating System installed on your system

which you will use most commonly. An incorrect setting can cause unexpected system behavior.

PS/2 Mouse Configuration:

Screen Expansion:

TV Out Mode: PAL

Display Configuration:

I/O Device Configuration:

Local Bus IDE adapter:

Large Disk Access Mode:

Disabled Single Mouse Dual Mouse

Enabled Disabled

NTSC LCD CRT Both

(Table 14) Opens the

Enabled Disabled Dos Other

Disabled

port from functioning. PS/2 port or the touchpad, and external PS/2 port has priority. and PS/2 port.

Enables or disables the Screen Expansion mode. If you set this field to (DOS mode or 640x 480 Gr aphic mode) to use the fu ll siz e of the LCD. If this field is a 640x480 box in the LCD.

Select TV standard such as

Enables you to set the default display. Options are

CRT

only, have both built-in and external displays used as the default. If you select attached you will not see a display until you attach the external monitor. The default is

press [Enter] when this field is highlighted. If you attempt to set two ports to the same settings, the fields will be marked with asterisks.

Enables the integrated IDE local bus adapters. Options are

Enables your computer’s Operating System to work with drives larger than 540 MB. Choose Microsoft Operating Sy stems. Cho ose Operating Systems.

prevents both the touchpad and external PS/2

Single mouse

Dual Mouse

Both

and

CRT

to use an external monitor only, or

I/O Device Configuration

Enabled

(default) and

allows the use of both the touchpad

Enabled

. Choose

, the system expands VGA mode

Disabled

NTSC

LCD

to use the built-in display

CRT

and no external monitor is

Disabled

enables the external

VGA mode appears as

(default)

LCD

DOS

submenu if you

(default) for

Other

PAL

LCD

BOTH

for any other

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The I/O Device Configuration submenu contains these fields:

TABLE 14. I/O Device Configuration Submenu

Feature Option Description

Serial port: En abl ed

Disabled

Infrared port: Enabled

Disabled

Parallel port: Enabled

Disabled

Floppy disk controller:

Enabled Disabled

Configures serial port. The options for this field are

Enabled Enabled IRQ4

the field is set to System uses the default confi guratio n or the confi guratio n you choose. If you select use by another device.

Configures the infrared port. The options for this field are

Enabled Enabled Mode IRQ4, 2F8 IRQ3

Mode FIR

channel to 3 or 1.When the

Enabled

default configuration or the configuration you choose. If you select another device.

Configures the parallel port. The options for this field are

Enabled Enabled Address IRQ7 IRQ7 only, Bi-directional ECP

setting enables you to set the DMA Channel to 1, 2, or 3. When the

computer’s Operating System uses the default configuration or the configura tion you cho ose. If you s elect

Disabled

Configures the floppy disk controller. The options for this field are

Floppy disk controller

computer’s Operating System uses the default configuration for the controller.

(default), and

you can set the

(default),

field. Settings for the

(default)

and

(extended capabilities port). Selecting the ECP

2F8 IRQ3, 3E8 IRQ4

Disabled

, and

you can set the

(fast infrared) enables you to set the DMA

, the computer’s Operating System uses the

Disabled

(default), and

you can set the

field. Settings for the

378 IRQ5, 278 IRQ7, 278 IRO5, 3RC

3RC IRQ5

Parallel port

you free up an IRQ for use by another device.

Enabled

Disabled

Enabled

Disabled

(default). If you set this field to

(default),

you free up an IRQ for use by

Disabled

. Settings for the

EPP

field is set to

(default), and

field is set to

. If you set this field to

Base I/O Address

, the computer’s Operating

Base I/O Address

3E8 IRQ4

Infrared port

. If you set this field to

Mode

field and the

Base I/O Address

(enhanced parallel port), and

Disabled

Advanced Menu

field to

2E8 IRQ3

you free up an IR Q for

field and the

2E8 IRQ3

field is set to

Mode

are

Enabled

When the

Enabled

3F8

. When

3F8

are

Base I/O

are

Output

, the

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Security Menu

Selecting

Security

from the menu bar displays the

Security

menu. Your computer’s advanced security system allows you to set two different passwords to prevent unauthorized access to system resources, data, and System Setup. From the

Security

menu, you can enable a boot password, disk access, a system

backup reminder, and a virus check reminder. Security fields marked with an asterisk (*) can only be changed if you start System

Setup with a system supervisor password or if no passwords are in effect. You cannot access these fields with a user password.

TABLE 15. Security Menu

Feature Option Description

Supervisor Password Is and User Password Is:

Set Supervisor Password:*

Set User Password:

Diskette access:*

Supervisor User

Displays whether user or supervisor password is in use.

Enables you to set the supervisor password to control access to the System Setup utility. See ”Creating a Password” on page 89 for instructions on setting a password.

Enables you to set a user password to control access to the system at boot. See ”Creating a Password” on page 89 for instructions on settin g a passwo r d.T he use r password allows restricted access to the System Setup Security menu; the user has access only to changing his own password and to enable or disable

boot

. A supervisor password must be set before a user

password can be set Enables you to restrict the use of floppy drives. When set

Supervisor

to restricted to a user with the supervisor password. A supervisor password must be enabled before the

Supervisor

users with either type of password have access to floppy drives. If the field is set to password is enabled, the user must enter the supervisor password in order to boot from the floppy drive.

(default), the use of floppy drives is

option can take effect. When set to

Supervisor

Password on

User

and a user

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Feature Option Description

Fixed disk boot sector:*

Password on boot: *

Normal

Write Protect

Enabled Disabled

Enables you to write-protect the hard drive boot sector to protect against viruses and alterations. Only a user with the supervisor password can access this field.

Determines whether the c omputer prom pts for a pass word when starting up. The option s are A supervisor password mus t be set bef ore you can enable this option. And the option should be enabled to use [Fn+Keylock] function during the operation.

Enabled

Power Menu

Disabled

and

Power Menu

ARNING

The

Power

menu of System Setup allows you to enable and adjust your computer’s sophisticated power-saving features. Enabling these features extends the life of the battery.

If your computer shipped with Windows 98 or WIndows 2000 installed, the

Power Management works with the settings in the Power Management option of Control Panel. But if your computer has Windows NT 4.0, the Power Management works with the settings in System Setup.

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TABLE 16. Power Menu

Feature Option Description

Power Savings Mode:

Standby Timeout:

Auto Suspend Time out:

Maximum Performance

Maximum Power Saving

Off (Delay time of 1 to 16 minutes)

Enables and disables Maximum Performance mode. The options are

Saving

this field to and hard drive run at full speed, unless affected by other power-savings settings. If you set this field to

Power Saving

at slow speed when there is no user input or device activity. Choose

Disabled

Sets the period of computer inactivity (no user input or device activity) that must pass before your computer automatically goes into standby mode. In standby mode some devices are turned off (including the LCD screen) and the microprocessor slows down. You can disable this option by selecting

Timeout

Sets the period of computer inactivity from standby that must pass before your computer automatically goes into rest mode. When the rest timeout expired, your computer goes to the rest mode according to Suspend Mode.

Maximum Performance, Maximum Power

(default)

Maximum Performance

to turn off the Power management function.

delay time of 1 to 16 minutes.

Power Menu

Customized

the microprocessor and th e hard drive ru n

Customized

Off

or you can specify a

Disabled

and

to alter these settings and

. If you set

the micropr ocessor

Maximum

Standby

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Feature Option Description

Suspend Mode:

Hard Disk Timeout:

Resume On Modem Ring:

Resume On Time:

Save To RAM Save To Disk

Specifies the type of rest mode your computer enters:

Save to RAM

•

microprocessor and all devices except system memory and controller, and video memory and controller.

Save T o Disk

•

capabilities by essentially turning off your computer. In the save to disk mode, all system logic (except for your computer wakeup circuitry and battery charger) is turned off. During save to disk mode, the system and video mem ory are saved to the hard drive and are restored when your computer resumes from rest.

When the computer enters save to disk mode, it

•

will not resume normal operation at a specified time no matter how the set.

Sets the amount of time the hard disk needs to be inactive before it is turned off.

Enables the computer to resume operation from rest mode in the event of modem communication. The computer will resume only if the set to

Save to RAM

setting is be plugged into the computer.

Enables the computer to resume operation from rest mode at a sch edu led time. The compu ter w ill resume only if the

Save To Disk Resume Time

adapter should be plugged in to work this feature.

Off

Suspend Mode

Power Menu

Saves power by turning off the

Provides the greatest po wer-saving

Resume On Time

Suspend Mode

not

Save To Disk

To enable this feature, AC adapter should

field is set to

If you set this field to On, you must set the

field as well. The default setting is

The default

Save to RAM

field is

not

Off

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Feature Option Description

Resume Time:

Speedstep Mode:

hh:mm:ss Specifies the time for your computer to automatically

resume from rest mode. Enter two-digit numbers to indicate the hour, minutes, and seconds in the format

hh:mm:ss

between the hour, minute, and second cells. Use the hyphen key [-] or [Space] bar to decrease or increase the numbers. You must set this option if you enable

Selects the mode of Intel Speedstep support to install in the user BIOS at runtime. If your CPU does not support Intel Speedstep, this field should be set to

. Use a 24-hour clock. Use the tab key to move

Boot Menu

Resume On Time

Disabled

Boot Menu

The Boot menu enables you to select a boot device and set boot options.

TABLE 17. Boot Menu

Feature Option Description

Screen Logo Display:

Summary screen:

Boot Device Priority:

Enabled Disabled

Enabled

Disabled

Default:

1.Diskette Drive,

2.Removable Devices,

3.Hard Drive,

4.DVD/CDROM

Enables or Disables the display of the boot time logo. If you select displayed during boot.

Displays the system configuration when the computer starts. The options are

Enables you to select the order in which the computer attempts to boot from dif ferent device s. The field has thre e options:

Drive

To choose a device as the first, second, or third boot device:

Disabled

Diskette Drive

DVD-CD ROM

and

Press [Enter] at the Press [Enter] at the plus(+) symbol to display sub

menu. Highlight the option with the [Up Arrow] or [Down

Arrow] key. Press the [Space] bar until the option moves up or

down in the list of options Press [Esc] to return to the Boot menu.

, the diagnostic POST screen is

Enabled

Removable Devices, Hard

Boot Device Priority

and

Disabled

(default).

field.

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If you want to start the system using a bootable CD, change the ATAPI CD-ROM Drive to be the first priority and make sure the Auto is set in the Type field of the Secondary Master Submenu at Main page, and also make sure that Enabled is set in the Bootable CD check field at Boot page.

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Exit

Select

Pressing [Esc] does not exit this menu. You must select one of the options from

or press [Esc] from the menu bar to display the

Exit

menu.

this menu or a menu bar item to exit this menu.

TABLE 18. Exit Menu

Feature Option Description

Exit Saving Changes:

Exit Discarding Changes:

Load Setup Defaults:

Smart Battery Calibration:

Yes No

Enables you to exit System Setup and saves your changes. When you sele ct this item and press [Enter], a message appears asking you if you want to save your changes and exit System Setup. Choose [Enter] to save your changes and exit. Choose No and press [Enter] to remain in System Setup.

Enables you to exit System Setup without saving your changes. When you sele ct this item and press [Enter] a message appears a sking you i f yo u want to sa ve ch anges before exiting. Choose No and press [Enter] to exit without saving changes. Choose save changes and exit.

Loads the default values fo r all System Setup parame ters. When you select this opt ion and pr ess [Ente r], a mess age appears asking if you want to load the default configuration. Choose default settings and remain in System Setup. Choose No and press [Enter] to retain your changes and remain in System Setup.

Enables you to discharge the system battery completely for a more accurate battery level detection. This option only works with the smart battery if the AC Adapter is not plugged in.

Yes

and press [Enter] to load

Yes

and press [Enter] to

and press

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Chapter 8 - Using System Security

This section describes the security options provided with your computer.

System Passwords

Creating a Password

The computer provides two levels of password security: administrative-level (supervisor) and user-level (user). Either password prevents unauthorized access to the computer. The supervisor password enables full access to all System Setup fields. The user password enables full access to only the

Password on boot

fields. (See ”Security Menu” on page 83 for a complete list of System Setup security fields.)

If multiple users have access to the computer (such as in a network environment), a supervisor password can prevent unauthorized access to certain security options.

Choose the type of password security that is appropriate for your work. If you want to set a user password, you must set a supervisor password first.

To create a password:

1. At startup, press [F2] to open

2. Use the [Right Arrow] key to select the

3. Use the [Down Arrow] key to select

Password

4. Type a password of up to seven characters. You can enter letters or numbers, but you cannot use the function keys, such as [Shift]. Your computer does not distinguish between capitalized and lowercase letters in your password. As you type the password, the cursor moves but your password does not appear on the screen.

5. Press [Enter] after you have typed your password. The computer prompts you to reenter your password for verification.

6. Type your password again and press [Enter]. A message appears telling you that the changes have been saved. Press [Enter] again to return to the

Security

7. Press [Esc] to go to the

8. Select the computer.

menu.

Exit Saving Changes

security fields and read access to all other System Setup

Press [Enter]. The

Exit

System Setup

Set Supervisor Password

Set Password

menu.

, press [Enter], and press [Enter] again to restart

Security

dialog box will appear.

Set User Password

menu.

Set User

and

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System Passwords

Deleting a Password

Requiring a Boot Password

To delete the password:

1. At startup, press [F2] to open

2. When prompted type your password and press [Enter].

3. Use the [Right Arrow] key to select the

4. Use the [Down Arrow] key to select

Password

5. Press [Enter]. The computer prompts you to enter the current password.

6. Press [Enter]. The computer prompts you to enter a password. Do not type anything.

7. Press [Enter]. The computer prompts you to reenter the password. Do not type anything.

8. Press [Enter]. A message appears telling you that the changes have been saved. Press [Enter] again to return to the

9. Press [Esc] to go to the

10.Select the computer.

After you create a supervisor or user password, you can enable the computer to prompt for a password each time it starts.

To enable the prompt, select the option System Setup. For more information about the “Security Menu” on page 83.

Exit Saving Changes

System Setup

Set Supervisor Password

Exit

menu.

, press [Enter], and press [Enter] again to restart

Enabled

Security

menu.

Security

Password on boot

menu.

Password on boot

in the

field, see

Set User

field in

Locking the Hard Drive Boot Sector

Locking the Floppy Drive

If you have a supervisor password, you can lock the hard drive boot sector to protect against viruses or alterations.

To lock the hard drive boot sector, select the option

disk boot sector disk boot sector

If you have a supervisor password, you can lock the floppy drive so that a user with only a user password cannot load personal software, which may introduce a virus into the computer.

field in System Setup. For more information about the field, see “Security Menu” on page 83.

Write protect

in the

Fixed

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Locking the Keyboard

To enable the floppy lock, select the option System Setup. For more information about the Menu” on page 83.

The keyboard lock enables you to protect your system when you walk away from it for a time. To use the keyboard lock, you must first enable a password through System Setup. (See ”Creating a Password” on page 89 for instructions. To lock your keyboard, press [Fn+F7]. To unlock your keyboard, type your password and press [Enter].

Supervisor

Lock Floppy

in the

Lock Floppy

field, see “Security

field in

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Chapter 9 - Using Power Management Options

Your computer includes power-management options that can help the battery charge last longer and extend the life of the battery, LCD panel, and other components. Power-management options slow down or shut off system components when the components are not being used.

Power management may slow down system performance. Your computer runs fastest with the power cord attached, and when power management is disabled.

In Windows 98 and WIndows 2000 Power management works according to the settings in the Power Management option on the Control Panel with the exception of rest mode.

If your computer shipped from the factory with Windows NT installed, PowerProfiler software was included to support power management.

Maximum Power Saving Mode

Standby Mode

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For maximum power saving mode, the microprocessor may run at slow speed to conserve power. To enable this mode, set the

Enabled

The period that the computer can remain idle (no user input or disk activity) before the computer enters standby mode. You can disable this option by selecting you can specify a

In standby mode, the system and video memory and the video controller slow down. The LCD backlight, hard drive, floppy drive, PC Card controller, and some other devices turn off to save energy. DPMS (display power-management signaling), a form of monitor power management, to an external monitor is invoked.

To resume from standby, press the Power button or touch the touchpad. Do not press any keys on your keyboard. Windows 98 does not have a standby mode.

In Windows 98 and WIndows 2000, the standby mode works the same as rest

mode in system setup. Windows 98/2000 has a standby mode that operates separately from the standby mode in system setup.

Standby Timeout

field in

System Setup

delay time of 1 to 16 minutes.

Idle Mode

enables you to specify the time

field in

System Set up

Off

, or

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Suspend Mode

If you enable both standby and rest modes, your computer enters standby when the delay time you chose for standby has elapsed, and then enters rest mode when the delay time you chose for rest mode has elapsed.

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The

Auto Suspend Timeout

time period the computer can remain idle (no user input or device activity) before the comput er e nters or you can specify an

The

Suspend Mode

computer enters:

•

Save to RAM:

and DMA clocks, video, and all controllable peripheral devices. The computer still uses some power while in this mode. If you leave your computer in attached, the computer’s battery will discharge.

•

Save To Disk:

by essentially turning off your computer. In this mode, all system logic (except for your computer wakeup circuitry and battery charger) is turned off. During save to disk mode, the DRAM and video memory are saved to the hard drive and are restored when your computer resumes operation.

You can press [Fn+F4] to manually place your computer into Suspend mode.

When you use the [Fn+F4] key combination, your computer may postpone

Suspend

Auto Suspend Timeout

field in

This mode saves power by turning off the microprocessor

Save to RAM

This mode provides the greatest power-saving capabilities

field in System Setup enables you to specify the

mode. You can disable this option by selecting

delay time from 5 to 60 minutes.

System Setup

for several days without the power cord

defines what type of rest mode your

entering Suspend mode during a critical operation, such as reading from or writing to the hard drive.

To resume to full-power mode, press the power button.

Off

Suspend Mode Precautions

Once all devices return to full-power mode, all active software applications and system states are restored to exactly how they were before your computer entered rest mode.

When your computer enters or resumes from save to disk mode, screens appear indicating system status. These status screens do not appear when the computer enters or resumes from power on Suspend Mode.

Observe the following precautions when using Suspend mode:

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Using PowerProfiler

•

Save all open files before you press [Fn+F4] to manually place your computer into Suspend mode.

•

If you purchased a new hard drive, make sure that you create a save to disk partition equal to the amount of system memory plus the amount of video memory plus 2 MB, before you enable save to disk mode. See ”Creating a Save-To-Disk Partition” on page 97 for more information.

•

Do not try to resume to full-power mode using battery power if the battery charge is low. If the battery charge is too low, the system may not be able to resume fully. Plug in the power cord if your computer cannot resume normal operation because of a low battery charge.

When your computer is in Save to RAM or Save to Disk mode, do not connect or remove any devices (including PC Cards or memory modules) because you may damage the computer or Resume To Full Power may fail. If a floppy disk is in the floppy drive, do not remove it or switch it with another disk. However, you can plug in the AC adapter if the Resume To Full Power fails because of a low battery charge. When the computer is in Save To Disk mode, you can remove and replace the battery.

Using PowerProfiler

PowerProfiler enables you to set power-management options for computers shipped with Windows NT installed. To open the PowerProfiler window, doubleclick the battery icon on the right corner of the Windows task bar or click on the PowerProfiler icon in the Program bar. If you click the icon with the right mouse button, a menu appears with an option to put the computer in Suspend mode.

Click the drive. You can also set power management to be enabled: or options, and the Battery screen enables options to conserve battery life.

Keep the following in mind when using PowerProfiler:

Standard

Never

. The

•

If you disable power management in PowerProfiler, the setting overrides any power-management settings in System Setup.

•

If you enable LCD and hard drive timeouts in PowerProfiler and the standby timeout in System Setup, the LCD and hard drive turn off when the shortest timeout period in either program passes.

tab in PowerProfiler to set timeouts for the LCD and the hard

Advanced

Always

screen in PowerProfiler enables resume from rest

Battery Only

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•

If you disable the

PowerProfiler is also automatically disabled. An easy way to work with these two fields is to set the resume time to 0 in System Setup and set the actual resume time that you desire in PowerProfiler.

PowerProfiler maintains the accuracy of the system clock when the computer

Resume on Time

field in System Setup, the same field in

resumes from rest mode. If PowerProfiler is closed or removed from your hard drive, your system clock may not be accurate when your computer resumes from rest mode.

For more information on PowerProfiler, see the Help option in the PowerProfiler software.

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Chapter 10 - Creating a Save-To-Disk Partition

The hard drive shipped in your computer has a save-to-disk partition in which data from system and video memory is stored during save-to-disk mode. The partition is the maximum size needed for your computer and supports system memory of 256 MB. You can add memory modules to your computer without changing the size of the partition.

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You do not need a Save-to-disk partition if you are running Windows 2000.

Windows 2000 handles Save-to-disk as hibernation. See the Windows 2000 manual for more information.

If you add a new hard drive to your computer, you need to create a save-to-disk partition on the new hard drive.

If you do not intend to use save-to-disk mode, you do not need to create a save-

to-disk partition.

You can use the Phoenix PHDISK utility, provided on the MRestore CD-ROM disk to create the save-to-disk partition.

If you want to put programs or files from your current hard drive onto the new hard drive, back up data files on your old hard drive before creating a save-to-disk partition on the new drive.

If you do not intend to use the save-to-disk mode, you can delete the save-to-disk

partition on a hard drive using PHDISK /delete. Then you can repartition and reformat the save-to-disk partition for some other application. Back up your hard drive before deleting the partition if you feel unsure about how to do this.

Before you use PHDISK to create a save-to-disk partition, do the following:

•

Under the Boot menu in System Setup device (see “Using System Setup” on page 75 for information on setting options).

•

Create a PHDISK disk.

To create a suspend partition:

set

Diskette Drive

as the first boot

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1. Turn off the computer, remove your old hard drive, and insert the new one into your computer. (See ”Using the Hard Drive” on page 39 for instructions.)

2. Insert the PHDISK disk into the floppy drive and start your computer.

3. At the A: prompt, type phdisk /create 206784 /partition and press [Enter]. PHDISK automatically creates a save-to-disk partition of the maximum size for your computer. When the save-to-disk partition has been created, the message “Save-to-disk partition created successfully” appears.

4. Remove the PHDISK floppy disk from the floppy drive.

5. Install your computer’s Operating System and your original applications and drivers.

6. Reinstall any program and data files that you backed up.

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Software Utilities

Chapter 11 - Software Utilities

MRestore CD-ROM

MCRC (Micron Customer Resource Center)

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Included with your notebook computer is a CD-ROM titled MRestore. This CD is only functional on Micron systems with an approved Micron BIOS.

Included on this CD-ROM are the following:

•

The MCRC (Micron Customer Resource Center)

•

Drivers (with instructi ons )

•

A bootable option to access basic DOS functions, such as disk, format, etc.

•

Drive Image / PartitionMagic / Drive Copy by PowerQuest

•

Drive Image manual/user’s guide (more comprehensive than space allows within this guide). These may or may not reflect the actual package that you have; other applications may or may not be referenced.

Use this CD to install drivers one at a time. It is a program that can only be used from within Windows. This CD is needed to load any drivers that are not shipped installed on the notebook as a default (such as DVD).

To use the MCRC, boot your system to its current operation system (such as Windows 95/98), insert the MCRC CD and follow all instructions.

All drivers are pre-installed and tested by Micron. You will not have to run this CD

unless you are experiencing problems with your system or if you have recently reinstalled the operation system.

PartitionMagic

Drive Image 3.0

Partition magic software is provided so you will have a method of storing an image if no other means of storage are available. PartitionMagic can only be run from DOS level. The object of this software is to create partitions and move them to an appropriate size for your needs. It also converts them with different FAT tables. This software becomes very useful when there is no location for your storage. This is a brief overview of what is contained in the PDF located in the:\pqtools\userinfo directory on the CD.

Drive Image is for PC users who want a fast, complete solution for system backups and recovery. With Drive Image you can easily create and store a

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Drive Image 3.0

compressible image of the entire hard drive or individual partition on a Jaz, Zip, secondary hard drive, or other removable media device. The image can then be restored from the source and used for complete Operating System application and data recovery.

Currently, Drive Image does not support creating image files directly on CD-ROM or tape drives. You must first save image files to a supported source (hard drive, Zip drive, etc.), then copy them to CD-ROM or tape. Drive Image can, however, directly restore image files from CD-ROM.

Furthermore, image files can only be saved to devices that have a valid drive letter. While Drive Image includes some device drivers (such as Zip), the user is primarily responsible for loading the necessary drivers for their data storage devices so that DOS can correctly assign drive letters (such as USB Zip or 2 GB JAZ).

Drive Image also includes other useful features such as the ability to resize partitions, disk to disk copying for upgrading to a larger hard drive, and file systems error and bad sector checking to prevent copying problems.

Drive Image supports the file systems of all versions of Windows 95/98, Windows NT, Windows 3.x, DOS. And OS/2 including FAT32, FAT32X, NTFS, and HPFS partition types. Because Drive Image understands the internal structure of these file systems, partition resizing and fast SmartSector copying can occur.

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Drive Image provides limited support for NetWare, Linux, UNIX and other partition types. However, Drive Image copies such partitions sector by sector—and does not resize them on the destination drive—making the image file creation and restoration process for these file systems more time consuming. Additionally, internal disk location references are not modified on the destination drive. This may make these partitions unbootable or otherwise inaccessible.

Drive Image is a DOS-based program that can be run from the hard drive in DOS or MS-DOS mode or from a CD after booting DOS. Because multi-tasking Operating Systems like Windows 95/98 and Windows NT operate with open files on the hard drive, it is necessary to run Drive Image from DOS so that image files are an exact copy of your hard drive. By running DOS, the hard drive is completely inactive with no open files.