The information in this guide is subject to change without notice.
PrestigioIntl makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the
contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular
purpose. Any Prestigio Intl software described in this manual is sold or licensed "as is". Should the
programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and not Prestigio Intl, its distributor, or
its dealer) assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair, and any incidental or consequential
damages resulting from any defect in the software.
Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
Pentium and Pentium II/III are trademarks of Intel Corporation.
Other brand and product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Conventions
The following conventions are used in this manual:
Screen messagesDenotes actual messages that
NOTEGives bits and pieces of additional
WARNINGAlerts you to any damage that might
CAUTIONGives precautionary measures to
IMPORTANTReminds you to do specific actions
appear on screen.
information related to the current
topic.
result from doing or not doing
specific actions.
avoid possible hardware or software
problems.
relevant to the accomplishment of
procedures.
Preface
Before using this information and the product it supports, please read the following general information.
1.This Service Guide provides you with all technical information relating to the BASIC CONFIGURATION
decided for Prestigio "global" product offering. To better fit local market requirements and enhance product
competitiveness, your regional office MAY have decided to extend the functionality of a machine (e.g.
add-on card, modem, or extra memory capability). These LOCALIZED FEATURES will NOT be covered
in this generic service guide. In such cases, please contact your regional offices or the responsible
personnel/channel to provide you with further technical details.
2.Please note WHEN ORDERING FRU PARTS, that you should check the most up-to-date information
available on your regional web or channel. If, for whatever reason, a part number change is made, it will
not be noted in the printed Service Guide. For Prestigio AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS, your Prestigio
office may have a DIFFERENT part number code to those given in the FRU list of this printed
Service Guide. You MUST use the list provided by your regional Xplore office to order FRU parts for repair
and service of customer machines.
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System Specifications
Features
This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here are just a few of its many features:
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Performance
TIntel
T15.0-inch TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD at 1024 x 768 XGA (eXtended Graphics Array) resolution, or
TMemory upgradeable to 1 GB with 2 PC2100 (266/333MHz DDR) soDIMM slots
THigh-capacity, Enhanced-IDE hard disk
TLithium-Ion battery pack
TPower management system
TDual display capability
TSimultaneous LCD and CRT display
TExternal CRT display support up to 1280x1024 (85Hz) or 1600x1200 (60Hz)
R
PentiumR M processor
15.0-inch TFT LCD at 1400 x 1050 SXGA+ (Super eXtended Graphic Array Plus) resolution, all displaying
in 32-bit color depth.
Multimedia
TAC’97 2.2-compliant stereo audio
TSPDIF line-out jack
TBuilt-in microphone
TDVD/CD-RW combo drive or DVD drive
TS-video output port
Connectivity
THigh-speed fax/data software modem
TEthernet LAN
TIEEE 802.3 10/100 Base T compatible PHY
T802.11b / 802.11a / 802.11g (when module ready) wireless LAN mini-PCI module solution
TIEEE 802.3 10/100 Base T compatible PHY (option)
TFast infrared wireless communication (option)
TUpgradeable memory and hard disk
TCardBus, USB 2.0 and IEEE 1394
TMemory Stick / Secure Digital (SD) combo slot (option)
I/O ports
TOne PCMCIA type-II socket
TOne RJ-11 56Kbps fax/modem
TOne RJ-45 network jack (Ethernet 10/100)
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TOne DC-in jack for AC adapter
TOne external VGA port (DDC 2.0)
TOne parallel port
TOne speaker / headphone-out jack (SPDIF) (3.5mm mini-jack)
TOne Mic-in / line-in jack (3.5mm mini-jack)
TThree USB 2.0 ports
TOne IEEE 1394 port (4-pin)
TOne TV-out port
TOne FIR wireless communication port (IrDA-compliant) (option)
TOne multimedia (SD/ MS/ MMC card) reader (option)
TOne Audio DJ panel (option)
Operating system
TMicrosoft Windows XP Home/Professional operating system
1Display cover latchPress to unlatch the display cover
2Optical driveAccepts a CD or DVD
3LED indicatorLights up when the optical is active
4Eject buttonPress to eject the drive tray
5Emergency eject holeInsert a pin to eject the drive tray when power is off
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Top View
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NumberItemIconDescription
1Display screenAlso called LCD (liquid-crystal display), displays
computer output.
2Status indicatorsLEDs (light-emitting diode) that turn on and off to
show the status of the computer, its functions and
components.
3Power buttonTurns on the computer power.
4Launch keysButtons for launching frequently-used programs.
5TouchpadTouch-sensitive pointing device which functions
like a computer mouse.
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NumberItemIconDescription
6MicrophoneInputs sounds and voices into your computer.
7Click buttons (left, right,
and center)
8Palm restComfortable support area for your hands when
9KeyboardInputs data into your computer.
10SpeakersOutputs sound.
The left and right buttons function like the left and
right mouse buttons.
you use the computer.
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Left Panel
NumberItemIconDescription
1Volume controlAdjusts the volume.
2Memory Stick / Secure
3PC card slotAccepts one Type II 16-bit PC card or 32-bit CardBus PC
4PC card eject buttonEjects the PC card from its slot.
5Infrared port (option)Interfaces with infrared devices (e.g., infrared printer, IR-
Digital card slot (option)
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Accepts a Memory Stick, Secure Digital (SD) or MultiMedia
Card (MMC) memory card.
card.
aware computer).
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Right Panel
NumberIconItemDescription
1Security keylockConnects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.
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Rear Panel
NumberItemIconDescription
1DC-in jackConnects to an AC adapter.
2S-video out portConnects to a television or display device with S-
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video input.
3External monitor portConnects to a display monitor (up to 2048x1536
4Parallel portConnects to a parallel device (e.g., parallel printer).
5Modem jackConnects a phone line (only for models with an
6Network jackConnects to an Ethernet 10/100-based network.
7IEEE 1394 portConnects to a IEEE 1394-compatible (4-pin) device
8USB portsConnects to USB devices (e.g., USB digital camera).
9Line-in jackAccepts audio line-in devices (e.g., audio CD player,
10SPDIF line-out jackConnects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers,
resolution).
internal fax/data modem).
(e.g., digital video camera).
stereo walkman)
headphones); supports SPDIF connections.
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Bottom Panel
NumberItemIconDescription
1Memory compartmentHouses the computer’s main memory.
2Hard disk bayHouses the computer’s hard disk.
3Battery bayHouses the computer’s battery pack.
4Battery release latchUnlatches the battery to remove it.
5Battery lockLocks/unlocks the battery pack.
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Indicators
The computer has seven easy-to-read status icons on the bottom of the display screen.
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The Power and Standby indicators are visible even when you close the display cover so you can see the staus
of the computer while the cover is closed.
NumberFunctionIconDescription
1Wireless CommunicationLights when the Wireless LAN capability
2PowerLights when the computer is on.
3SleepBlinks when computer enters Hibernation mode.
4Media ActivityLights when the hard disk or Media drive is
5Battery ChargeLights when the battery is being charged.
6Caps LockLights when Caps Lock is activated.
(optional) is enabled.
Blinks when a battery-low condition occurs.
active.
7Num Lock
(Fn+F11)
Lights when Num Lock is activated.
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Lock Keys
The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on and off.
Lock KeyDescription
Caps LockWhen Caps Lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase.
Num Lock
(Fn-F11)
Scroll Lock
(Fn-F12)
When Num Lock is on, the embedded keypad is in numeric mode. The keys function as a
calculator (complete with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Use this mode when you need to
do a lot of numeric data entry. A better solution would be to connect an external keypad.
When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line up or down when you press the up or down
arrow keys respectively. Scroll Lock does not work with some applications.
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Embedded Numeric Keypad
The embedded numeric keypad functions like a desktop numeric keypad. It is indicated by small characters
located on the upper right corner of the key caps. To simplify the keyboard legend, cursor-control key symbols
are not printed on the keys.
Desired AccessNum Lock OnNum Lock Off
Number keys on embedded
keypad
Cursor-control keys on embedded
keypad
Main keyboard keysHold Fn while typing letters on embedded
Type numbers in a normal manner.
Hold Shift while using cursor-control keys. Hold Fn while using cursor-control
keys.
Type the letters in a normal manner.
keypad.
NOTE: If an external keyboard or keypad is connected to the computer, the
shifts from the internal keyboard to the external keyboard or keypad.
Num Lock feature automatically
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Windows Keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
KeyIconDescription
Windows logo keyStart button. Combinations with this key perform shortcut functions. Below
Application keyOpens the application’s context menu (same as a right-click).
are a few examples:
Windows + Tab (Activates next task bar button)
Windows + E (Explores My Computer)
Windows + F (Finds Document)
Windows + M (Minimizes All)
Shift + Windows + M (Undoes Minimize All)
Windows + R (Displays the Run...dialog box)
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Hot Keys
The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screen
contrast and brightness, volume output and the BIOS Utility.
To activate hot keys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hot key combination.
Hot KeyIconFunctionDescription
Fn-
l
Hot key helpDisplays a list of the hotkeys and their functions.
Fn-
m
n
Fn-
o
Fn-
Fn-
p
Fn-PgUPHomeFunctions as the “Home” key.
Fn-PgDnEndFunctions as the “End” key.
Fn-
x
Fn-
z
SleepPuts the computer in Sleep mode, which can be defined
via the advanced section of the Power Management
Properties in the Windows Control Panel.
Display toggleSwitches display output between the display screen,
external monitor (if connected) and both the display
screen and external monitor.
Screen blankTurns the display screen backlight off to save power.
Press any key to return.
Speaker on/offTurns the speakers on and off; mutes the sound.
Brightness upIncreases the screen brightness.
Brightness downDecreases the screen brightness.
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Launch Keys
Located on the left of the keyboard are five buttons. These buttons are called launch keys. They are
designated as Wireless Communication, E-mail, Internet Browser, P1 and P2 buttons.
NumberFunctionIconDescription
1Wireless
communication
2E-mailThe mail button is used to launch the E-mail application.
3Internet browserBy default, is used to launch your Internet browser.
4P1This button is user-programmable.
5P2This button is user-programmable.
This button is used to enable or disable the wireless LAN
(optional) function.
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Hardware Specifications and Configurations
Processor
ItemSpecification
CPU typeIntel Mobile Pentium M 1.3GHz - 1.8GHz processor with 512KB L2 on-die
Cache
CPU package Micro-FCPGA package
CPU core voltage1.3V
CPU I/O voltage1.2V
BIOS
ItemSpecification
BIOS vendorPhoenix
BIOS VersionR01
BIOS ROM typeFlash ROM
BIOS ROM size256KB or 512KB
BIOS package32-pin TSOP
Supported protocolsACPI 1.0b, APM 1.2, PC Card 95-3.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ECP/IEEE 1394 1.7 &
1.9, IrDA, PCI 2.2, PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, PS/2 keyboard and mouse, USB,
VESA VGA BIOS, DDC-2B, CD-ROM bootable, Windows keyboard
Microsoft Simple Boot Flag
BIOS password controlNot available
Second Level Cache
ItemSpecification
Cache controllerBuilt-in CPU
Cache size512KB
1st level cache controlAlways enabled
2st level cache controlAlways enabled
Cache scheme controlFixed in write-back
System Memory
ItemSpecification
Memory controllerBuilt-in Intel Montara GM
Onboard memory size0MB
DIMM socket number2 sockets (2 banks)
Supports memory size per socket256/512MB
Supports maximum memory size1024MB
Supports DIMM typeSynchronous DDR
Supports DIMM Speed266/333 MHz
Supports DIMM voltage2.5V
Supports DIMM package200-pin soDIMM
Memory module combinationsYou can install memory modules in any combinations as long as they
match the above specifications.
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LAN Interface
ItemSpecification
ChipsetBoardcom 4401/5705MA3
Supports LAN protocol10/100 Mbps or Giga LAN
LAN connector typeRJ45
LAN connector locationRear side
Modem Interface
ItemSpecification
ChipsetAmbit MDC module with Lucent modem controller
Fax modem data baud rate (bps)14.4K
Data modem data baud rate (bps)56K
Supports modem protocolV.90 MDC
Modem connector typeRJ11
Modem connector locationRear side
Hard Disk Drive Interface
ItemSpecification
Vendor & Model NameHGST
IC25N020ATMR04
Capacity (MB)20G40G60G
Bytes per sector512512512
Data heads223
Recording zone161616
Drive Format
Disks112
Spindle speed (RPM)4200 RPM4200 RPM4200 RPM
Performance Specifications
Buffer size 2048KB2048KB2048KB
InterfaceATA-5 (IDE)ATA-5 (IDE)ATA-5 (IDE)
Max. media transfer rate (disk-buffer,
Mbytes/s)
Data transfer rate (host~buffer,
Mbytes/s)
DC Power Requirements
Voltage tolerance5V(DC) +/- 5%5V(DC) +/- 5%5V(DC) +/- 5%
19.4 ~ 37.119.4 ~ 37.119.4 ~ 37.1
16.6 MB/Sec.
(PIO Mode 4/Multiword
DMA Mode 2)
100 MB/Sec.
(Ultra DMA Mode 5)
HGST
IC25N040ATMR04
16.6 MB/Sec.
(PIO Mode 4/Multiword
DMA Mode 2)
100 MB/Sec.
(Ultra DMA Mode 5)
HGST
IC25N060ATMR04
16.6 MB/Sec.
(PIO Mode 4/Multiword
DMA Mode 2)
100 MB/Sec.
(Ultra DMA Mode 5)
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DVD-ROM Interface
ItemSpecification
Vendor & model nameQSI SDR-083
Rotational speedCD-ROM read: 5,000 rpm
DVD-ROM read: 5,000 rpm
Transfer rate (KB/sec.)Sustained:
DVD-ROM inside:
Min.: 4.6Mbytes/sec.
CD-ROM inside:
Min.: 1.575Mbytes/sec.
Data Buffer Capacity256 KBytes
InterfaceIDE/ATAPI
Applicable disc formatCD-DA, CD ROM Mode-1, CD-ROM/XA Mode-2 Form-1 and Form-2, CD-I