ProStar D87P User Manual

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Preface

Notice

The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Infor­mation contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the man­ufacturer or any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or
inaccuracies that may appear in this publication nor are they in anyway responsible for any loss or damage
resulting from the use (or misuse) of this publication.
This publication and any accompanying software may not, in whole or in part, be reproduced, translated,
transmitted or reduced to any machine readable form without prior consent from the vendor, manufacturer
or creators of this publication, except for copies kept by the user for backup purposes.
Brand and product names mentioned in this publication may or may not be copyrights and/or registered
trademarks of their respective companies. They are mentioned for identification purposes only and are not
intended as an endorsement of that product or its manufacturer.

©February 2004

Trademarks

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain
U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights
owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and
is intended for home or other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Cor­poration. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.

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FCC Statement

(Federal Communications Commission)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:

• Re orient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the service representative or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Warning

Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment. You are cautioned that changes or modifica­tions not expressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance with the above standards could void your au­thority to operate the equipment.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:

1. Do not use this product near water, for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub,
in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

2. Avoid using this equipment with a telephone line (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightning.

3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

4. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They
may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

5. This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit (DC Output 20V, 7.5A minimum).

CAUTION

Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before servicing or disassembling this equip­ment.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY NO. 26 AWG OR LARGER,

TELECOMMUNICATION LINE CORD

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Instructions for Care and Operation

The computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions:

1. Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the case and the components could be
damaged.

2. Keep it dry, and don’t overheat it. Keep the computer and power supply away from any kind of
heating element. This is an electrical appliance. If water or any other liquid gets into it, the computer
could be badly damaged.

Do not expose the computer
to any shock or vibration.

Do not place it on an unstable
surface.

Do not place anything heavy
on the computer.

Do not expose it to excessive
heat or direct sunlight.

Do not leave it in a place
where foreign matter or mois­ture may affect the system.

Don’t use or store the com­puter in a humid environment.

Do not place the computer on
any surface that will block the
vents.

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3. Avoid interference. Keep the computer away from high capacity transformers, electric motors, and
other strong magnetic fields. These can hinder proper performance and damage your data.

4. Follow the proper working procedures for the computer. Shut the computer down properly and
don’t forget to save your work. Remember to periodically save your data as data may be lost if the
battery is depleted.

5. Take care when using peripheral devices.

Do not turn off the power
until you properly shut down
all programs.

Do not turn off any peripheral
devices when the computer is
on.

Do not disassemble the com­puter by yourself.

Perform routine maintenance
on your computer.

Use only approved brands of
peripherals.

Unplug the power cord before
attaching peripheral devices.

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Power Safety

The computer has specific power requirements:

• Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer.

• Your AC adapter may be designed for international travel but it still requires a
steady, uninterrupted power supply. If you are unsure of your local power specifi­cations, consult your service representative or local power company.

• The power adapter may have either a 2-prong or a 3-prong grounded plug. The
third prong is an important safety feature; do not defeat its purpose. If you do not
have access to a compatible outlet, have a qualified electrician install one.

• When you want to unplug the power cord, be sure to disconnect it by the plug head,
not by its wire.

• Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total cur­rent load of all the connected devices.

• Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external
power supplies (i.e. AC adapter or car adapter).

Do not plug in the power
cord if you are wet.

Do not use the power cord if
it is broken.

Do not place heavy objects
on the power cord.

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Power Safety

Warning

Before you undertake
any upgrade proce­dures, make sure that
you have turned off the
power, and discon­nected all peripherals
and cables (including
telephone lines). It is
advisable to also re­move your battery in
order to prevent acci­dentally turning the
machine on.

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Battery Precautions

• Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the com­puter.

• Recharge the batteries using the notebook’s system. Incorrect recharging may make the battery explode.

• Do not try to repair a battery pack. Refer any battery pack repair or replacement to your service representative
or qualified service personnel.

• Keep children away from, and promptly dispose of a damaged battery. Always dispose of batteries carefully.
Batteries may explode or leak if exposed to fire, or improperly handled or discarded.

• Keep the battery away from metal appliances.

• Affix tape to the battery contacts before disposing of the battery.

• Do not touch the battery contacts with your hands or metal objects.

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Battery Disposal

The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of
its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal
waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper
disposal.

Caution

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommend­ed by the manufacturer. Discard used battery according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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Cleaning

Do not apply cleaner directly to the computer; use a soft clean cloth.
Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive cleaners on any part of the computer.

Servicing

Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Doing so may violate your warranty and expose you and
the computer to electric shock. Refer all servicing to authorized service personnel. Unplug the computer
from the power supply. Then refer servicing to qualified service personnel under any of the following con­ditions:

• When the power cord or AC/DC adapter is damaged or frayed.

• If the computer has been exposed to rain or other liquids.

• If the computer does not work normally when you follow the operating instructions.

• If the computer has been dropped or damaged (do not touch the poisonous liquid if the LCD panel breaks).

• If there is an unusual odor, heat or smoke coming from your computer.

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Travel Considerations

Packing

As you get ready for your trip, run through this list to make sure the system is ready to go:

1. Check that the battery pack and any spares are fully charged.

2. Power off the computer and peripherals.

3. Close the display panel and make sure it’s latched.

4. Disconnect the AC adapter and cables. Stow them in the carrying bag.

5. The AC adapter uses voltages from 100 to 240 volts so you won’t need a second voltage adapter.

However, check with your travel agent to see if you need any socket adapters.

6. Put the notebook in its carrying bag and secure it with the bag’s straps.

7. If you’re taking any peripherals (e.g. a printer, mouse or digital camera), pack them and those

devices’ adapters and/or cables.

8. Anticipate customs - Some jurisdictions may have import restrictions or require proof of ownership

for both hardware and software. Make sure your “papers” are handy.

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Power Off Before Traveling

Make sure that your notebook is completely powered off before putting it into a travel bag (or any such container).
Putting a notebook which is powered on in a travel bag may cause the vents/intakes to be blocked. To prevent
your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the vent/fan intake while the computer is in use.

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On the Road

In addition to the general safety and maintenance suggestions in this preface, and the Troubleshooting
chapter. Keep these points in mind:

Hand-carry the notebook - For security, don’t let it out of your sight. In some areas, computer theft is
very common. Don’t check it with “normal” luggage. Baggage handlers may not be sufficiently careful.
Avoid knocking the computer against hard objects.

Beware of Electromagnetic fields - Devices such as metal detectors & X-ray machines can damage the
computer, hard disk, floppy disks, and other media. They may also destroy any stored data - Pass your
computer and disks around the devices. Ask security officials to hand-inspect them (you may be asked to
turn it on). Note: Some airports also scan luggage with these devices.

Fly safely - Most airlines have regulations about the use of computers and other electronic devices in
flight. These restrictions are for your safety, follow them. If you stow the notebook in an overhead com­partment, make sure it’s secure. Contents may shift and/or fall out when the compartment is opened.

Get power where you can - If an electrical outlet is available, use the AC adapter and keep your bat­tery(ies) charged.

Keep it dry - If you move quickly from a cold to a warm location, water vapor can condense inside the
computer. Wait a few minutes before turning it on so that any moisture can evaporate.

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Developing Good Work Habits

Developing good work habits is important if you need to work in front of the computer for long periods
of time. Improper work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your
hands, wrists or other joints. The following are some tips to reduce the strain:

• Adjust the height of the chair and/or desk so that the keyboard is at or slightly
below the level of your elbow. Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands in a relaxed
position.

• Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. Place your feet flat on the
floor or on a footrest if necessary.

• Use a chair with a back and adjust it to support your lower back comfortably.

• Sit straight so that your knees, hips and elbows form approximately 90-degree
angles when you are working.

• Take periodic breaks if you are using the computer for long periods of time.

Remember to:

• Alter your posture frequently.

• Stretch and exercise your body several times a day.

• Take periodic breaks when you work at the computer for long periods of time. Fre­quent and short breaks are better than fewer and longer breaks.

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Lighting

Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue in your
neck and shoulders.

• Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside sources of light.

• Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to levels that allow you to see the screen
clearly.

• Position the display directly in front of you at a comfortable viewing distance.

• Adjust the display-viewing angle to find the best position.

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Contents

Notice ...........................................................................I

Trademarks .............................................................I

FCC Statement ......................................................II

Instructions for Care and Operation .................... IV

Power Safety .......................................................VI

Battery Precautions ............................................VII

Cleaning ........................................................... VIII

Servicing .......................................................... VIII

Travel Considerations ......................................... IX

Introduction ..................................1-1

The Manual ..............................................................1-1

Advanced Users .....................................................1-1

Beginners and Not-So-Advanced Users .................1-1

Warning Boxes .......................................................1-2

Not Included ...........................................................1-2

System Software .....................................................1-2

Quick Start Guide .....................................................1-3

System Map ..............................................................1-4

Getting to Know Your Computer ...........................1-4

Top View ..................................................................1-5

Top View with LCD Panel Open ...........................1-6

PC Camera ............................................................1-7

LCD Panel ............................................................ 1-7

Microphone ........................................................... 1-7

LED Power, Battery & E-Mail Status Indicators . 1-7

Close Cover Switch .............................................. 1-7

LED Status Indicators ........................................... 1-8

Hot-Key Buttons ................................................... 1-8

Power Button ........................................................ 1-8

Keyboard .............................................................. 1-9

Stereo Speakers .................................................... 1-9

TouchPad & Buttons ............................................ 1-9

Front View ............................................................. 1-10

Mini-IEEE 1394 Port .......................................... 1-10

S/PDIF Out Port ................................................. 1-10

Microphone-In Jack ............................................ 1-11

Headphone-Out Jack .......................................... 1-11

Infrared Transceiver ........................................... 1-11

Left Side View ....................................................... 1-12

CD/DVD Device Bay (Bay Two) ....................... 1-12

PC Card Slot ....................................................... 1-12

USB 2.0/1.1 Port ................................................. 1-13

Bay One Options ................................................ 1-14

Right Side View ..................................................... 1-15

Bay Three Options .............................................. 1-15

Security Lock Slot .............................................. 1-16

Rear View .............................................................. 1-17

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Vent/Fan Intake ...................................................1-17

DC-In Jack ..........................................................1-17

Printer/Parallel Port .............................................1-18

DVI-Out Port .......................................................1-18

Serial/Com Port ...................................................1-18

Two USB 2.0/1.1 Ports .......................................1-19

S-Video-Out Port ................................................1-20

PS/2 Type Port ....................................................1-20

RJ-11 Phone Jack ................................................1-20

RJ-45 LAN Jack ..................................................1-20

Bottom View ..........................................................1-21

Vent/Fan Intake ...................................................1-21

Battery .................................................................1-22

Hard Disk Drive ..................................................1-22

RAID (Optional) .................................................1-22

Wireless LAN (Network) & Bluetooth Modules 1-23

Using The Computer ...................2-1

Overview ..................................................................2-1

The Power Sources ...................................................2-2

AC Adapter ............................................................2-2

Battery ....................................................................2-3

Recharging the Battery with the AC Adapter ........2-3

Proper handling of the Battery Pack .....................2-3

Turning on the Computer .........................................2-4

LED Indicators ......................................................... 2-5

LED Power, Battery & E-Mail Status Indicators .. 2-6

LED Status Indicators ............................................ 2-7

Auto Mail Checker ................................................... 2-8

Special Group ..................................................... 2-10

The Hard Disk Drive .............................................. 2-11

The CD/DVD Device ............................................. 2-12

Loading Compact Discs ....................................... 2-12

Handling CDs or DVDs ....................................... 2-13

DVD Regional Codes .......................................... 2-14

Changing DVD Regional Codes ........................ 2-15

The PC Card Slot ................................................... 2-16

Inserting and Removing PC Cards ...................... 2-16

Hot-Key Buttons .................................................... 2-17

Programming the Hot-Keys ................................. 2-17

The Function Keys and Numeric Keypad .............. 2-19

Function Keys ..................................................... 2-19

TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse ............................... 2-21

Configuring the TouchPad and Buttons ............. 2-21

Adding a Printer ..................................................... 2-23

USB Printer .......................................................... 2-23

Install Instructions: ............................................. 2-23

Parallel Printer ..................................................... 2-23

Advanced Controls ......................3-1

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Overview ..................................................................3-1

Advanced Video Controls ........................................3-2

Opening the LCD ...................................................3-2

Video Driver Controls ..............................................3-3

Making Adjustments for the Display .....................3-4

Display Devices ........................................................3-8

Display Options ........................................................3-9

Attaching a Monitor .............................................3-10

Enabling Other Displays ........................................3-11

Clone Mode ..........................................................3-12

Extended Desktop Mode ......................................3-13

Enabling TV Display ..............................................3-16

High Definition TV Display ...................................3-17

Power Management Features .................................3-18

Advanced Configuration & Power Interface ........3-18

Enabling Power Options .........................................3-19

Power Schemes ......................................................3-20

Conserving Power Throughout the System ..........3-21

Hibernate Mode vs. Shutdown .............................3-21

Standby Mode vs. Hibernate Mode ......................3-21

Standby ................................................................3-22

Hibernate .............................................................3-22

Configuring the Power Button .............................3-23

Battery Information ................................................3-24

New Battery ........................................................3-24

Battery Life ......................................................... 3-24

Battery FAQ ........................................................ 3-25

Configuring the Infrared Settings for FIR ............. 3-26

Drivers & Utilities ........................4-1

Overview .................................................................. 4-1

What to Install ....................................................... 4-1

Windows XP & 2000 Service Packs ..................... 4-2

Authorized Driver Message ................................... 4-3

Version Conflict Message ..................................... 4-3

RAID Driver Installation ....................................... 4-3

Driver Installation .................................................... 4-4

Silent Install .......................................................... 4-4

Driver Install ......................................................... 4-5

Manual Install ....................................................... 4-5

Windows 2000 Professional .................................... 4-7

New Hardware Found ............................................ 4-7

Chipset (Win2000) ............................................... 4-7

Audio (Win2000) .................................................. 4-8

Modem (Win2000) ............................................... 4-8

LAN (Win2000) ................................................... 4-9

Video (Win2000) .................................................. 4-9

Hot-Key (Win2000) .............................................. 4-9

TouchPad (Win2000) ......................................... 4-10

AutoMail (Win2000) .......................................... 4-10

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Windows XP ..........................................................4-11

New Hardware Found ..........................................4-11

Chipset (WinXP) .................................................4-12

Audio (WinXP) ...................................................4-13

Modem (WinXP) .................................................4-13

LAN (WinXP) .....................................................4-14

Video (WinXP) ...................................................4-14

Hot-Key (WinXP) ...............................................4-14

TouchPad (WinXP) .............................................4-15

AutoMail (WinXP) .............................................4-15

BIOS Utilities ...............................5-1

Overview ..................................................................5-1

The Power-On Self Test (POST) .............................5-2

Failing the POST ....................................................5-3

Fatal Errors ............................................................5-3

Non-Fatal Errors ...................................................5-3

The Setup Program ...................................................5-4

Entering Setup ........................................................5-4

Setup Screens .........................................................5-4

Main Menu ...............................................................5-5

Advanced Menu .......................................................5-7

Security Menu ........................................................5-11

Boot Menu ..............................................................5-12

Exit Menu ...............................................................5-14

Upgrading The Computer ...........6-1

Overview .................................................................. 6-1

When Not to Upgrade ............................................ 6-2

Battery Removal ...................................................... 6-3

Upgrading the CD/DVD Device (Bay Two) ........... 6-4

Upgrading the Hard Disk(s) ..................................... 6-5

Hard Disks in a RAID Configuration .................... 6-5

Some Things to Watch Out For ............................. 6-8

Upgrading the System Memory ............................... 6-9

Upgrading the Processor ........................................ 6-11

Options ..........................................7-1

Overview .................................................................. 7-1

The 7-In-1 Card Reader ........................................... 7-2

TV Tuner .................................................................. 7-3

The Wireless LAN & Bluetooth Modules ............... 7-4

The Wireless LAN Module ...................................... 7-5

Wireless LAN Driver Installation (Win2000) ...... 7-5

Wireless LAN Driver Installation (WinXP) ......... 7-6

The Bluetooth Module ............................................. 7-8

Bluetooth Driver Installation (Win2000) ............. 7-8

Bluetooth Driver Installation (WinXP) ................ 7-9

PC Camera ............................................................. 7-11

PC Camera Driver Installation (Win2000/XP) .... 7-12

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Audio Setup .........................................................7-13

AMCAP ..............................................................7-15

RAID Configuration ...............................................7-17

Jumper Setting for RAID/ATA Configuration ....7-18

RAID Setup ..........................................................7-19

Troubleshooting ...........................8-1

Overview ..................................................................8-1

Basic Hints and Tips ................................................8-2

Backup and General Maintenance ............................8-3

Viruses ......................................................................8-4

Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software ....8-5

Power ........................................................................8-7

Display .....................................................................8-9

Boot Password ........................................................8-10

Audio ......................................................................8-11

CD Device ..............................................................8-12

Keyboard and Mouse .............................................8-13

Operation ................................................................8-14

Appendix A. Specifications A-1

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The Manual 1 - 1

1

Introduction

Chapter 1: Introduction

The Manual

This manual refers to the hardware and essential software required to run your
computer. Depending on how your system is configured, some or all of the
features described may already be set up.

Advanced Users

If you are an advanced user you may skip over most of this manual. However
you may find it useful to refer to the

“What to Install” on page 4 - 1, “BIOS

Utilities” on page 5 - 1 and

“Upgrading The Computer” on page 6 - 1. You

may find the notes marked with a

 of interest to you.

Beginners and Not-So-Advanced Users

If you are new to computers, or do not have an advanced knowledge of them,
then you should try to look through all the documentation. Do not worry if you
do not understand everything the first time. Keep this manual nearby and refer
to it to learn as you go. You may find it useful to refer to the notes marked with
a

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Notes

Check the light colored
boxes with the mark
above to find detailed
information about the
computer’s features.

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Warning Boxes

No matter what your level please pay careful attention to the warning and safe­ty information indicated by the  symbol. Also please note the safety and
handling instructions as indicated in the

Preface.

Not Included

Operating Systems (e.g. Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP etc.) have
their own manuals, as do applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet and
database programs). If you have questions about the operating systems or pro­grams then please consult the appropriate manuals.

System Software

Your computer may already come with system software pre-installed. Where
this is not the case, or where you are re-configuring your computer for a dif­ferent system, you will find this manual refers to the following operating sys­tems:

• Microsoft Windows 2000

• Microsoft Windows XP Professional & Home Editions

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Introduction

Quick Start Guide

This guide assumes that you are already familiar with computers and can tell
at a glance what and where all the key components are. If you are not that com­fortable with this type of device, then please refer to the following pages,
which give an overview of the system.

It is still best to review these steps, before taking any action. If there is any­thing you are not sure about, then please refer to the appropriate chapter before
continuing.

Unless you need to install an operating system, your computer should be ready
to work right out of the box. Before you begin please follow the safety instruc­tions in the Preface.

1. Remove all packing materials.

2. Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the notebook (e.g.
keyboard and mouse) to their ports.

3. Attach the AC adapter to the DC-In jack at the rear of the computer, then
plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and connect the AC power cord to the
AC adapter.

4. Raise the lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle.

5. Press the power button to turn “On”.

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Peripheral Devices

Please note that pe­ripherals (printers, dig­ital cameras, etc.)
which attach to your
computer by either
USB or IEEE1394
ports may be connect­ed after Windows is
up and running. All oth­er peripherals must be
connected before you
turn on the system.

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1 - 4 System Map

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System Map

Your computer has a lot of built-in features. Most of these are enabled by your
operating system. Further explanations of the various subsystems are covered
in the chapter or pages indicated.

Getting to Know Your Computer

The following graphics will help you to become familiar with the basic func­tions, and to learn the location of the various ports and components of your
computer.

Top View 1 - 5

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Introduction

Top View

To open the LCD display:

1. Place the computer on a stable surface.

2. Move the LCD latches in the direction of the arrows to release the top
cover.

3. Lift the top cover to reveal the LCD panel and keyboard.

4. Adjust the LCD panel to a comfortable viewing angle.

5. The LED indicators show the power and battery status of the computer,
give notification of e-mail received, and the power status of wireless
modules.

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Figure 1 - 1

Top View with LCD

Panel Closed

1. LCD Latch

2. LED Power,
Battery & E-Mail
Status Indicators

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Introduction

1 - 6 Top View

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Top View with LCD Panel Open

Figure 1 - 2

Top View with LCD

Panel Open

1. Built-In PC
Camera (Optional)

2. LCD

3. Built-In
Microphone

4. LED Power,
Battery & E-Mail
Status Indicators

5. Close Cover
Switch

6. LED Status
Indicators

7. Hot-Key Buttons

8. Power Button

9. Keyboard

10. Numeric Keypad

11. Built-In Speakers

12. TouchPad and
Buttons

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Top View 1 - 7

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Introduction

PC Camera

If you have purchased the optional PC Camera, make sure you install the soft­ware application (see “PC Camera” on page 7 - 11).

LCD Panel

The computer comes with a TFT LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen, (see

“LCD” on page A - 1 for details (Note: The system will decrease LCD bright-

ness slightly to save power when it is not powered by the AC adapter).

Microphone

Record on your notebook computer with the built-in microphone.

LED Power, Battery & E-Mail Status Indicators

See “LED Power, Battery & E-Mail Status Indicators” on page 2 - 6.

Close Cover Switch

This switch acts as a sensor to tell when the LCD panel is closed. When this
LCD cover sensor is activated the default setting of your operating system’s
power scheme sends the computer into a power saving state (see “Lid” in Fig-

ure 3 - 16 on page 3 - 23).

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1 - 8 Top View

1

LED Status Indicators

These display the system’s operational status. Refer to “LED Status Indica-

tors” on page 2 - 7 for more information on what the lights mean.

Hot-Key Buttons

To learn how to set the buttons see “Hot-Key Buttons” on page 2 - 17.

Power Button

Press this button to turn your computer on or off (see “Turning on the Com-

puter” on page 2 - 4).

This button may also be used as a suspend/resume key,

once configured as such in the power management control panel of your op­erating system (see “Configuring the Power Button” on page 3 - 23).

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Forced Off

If the system “hangs”,
and the Ctrl + Alt + Del
key combination
doesn’t work, press the
power button for 4 sec-
onds, or longer, to
force the system to
turn itself off.

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Shutdown

Please note that you should always shut your computer down by choosing the Shut
Down/Turn Off Computer command from the Start menu in Windows. This will

help prevent hard disk or system problems.

Top View 1 - 9

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Introduction

Keyboard

The computer has a “Win Key” keyboard including a numeric keypad. It has
the same features as a full-sized desktop keyboard and can easily be replaced
with a different language keyboard should you desire.

Stereo Speakers

Two built-in speakers provide rich, stereo sound.

TouchPad & Buttons

The pointing device features a sensitive glide pad for precise movements. It
functions the same way as a two-button mouse (see “Configuring the Touch-

Pad and Buttons” on page 2 - 21).

Introduction

1 - 10 Front View

1

Front View

Mini-IEEE 1394 Port

This allows high-speed connection to various peripheral devices, e.g. external
disk drives and digital cameras (see note above).

S/PDIF Out Port

This S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface Format) Out Port allows you to
connect your DVD-capable PC to a Dolby AC-3 compatible receiver for “5.1”
or ‘dts’ surround sound.

3 4 5 6

7

2

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Mini-IEEE 1394

The Mini-IEEE 1394 port only supports SELF POWERED IEEE 1394 devices.

1 1

7

2 3 4 5

Figure 1 - 3

Front View

1. LCD Latches

2. Mini-IEEE 1394
Port

3. S/PDIF Out Port

4. Microphone-In
Jack

5. Headphone-Out
Jack

6. Infrared
Transceiver

7. Built-In Speakers

Front View 1 - 11

1

Introduction

Microphone-In Jack

Record on your notebook computer with an external microphone.

Headphone-Out Jack

Headphones/speakers may be connected through this jack. Note: Set your sys­tem’s volume to a reduced level before connecting to this jack.

Infrared Transceiver

The infrared transceiver enables communication between the computer and
another similarly equipped device, and is 4M bps FIR, IrDA 1.1 compliant.
For further information please refer to the manual of the device you wish to
connect (see “Configuring the Infrared Settings for FIR” on page 3 - 26).

Consumer Infrared Transceiver (Optional with TV Tuner)

The infrared transceiver also acts as a consumer infrared transceiver. The re­mote control unit, supplied with the optional TV Tuner, may be used to control
the tuner functions through this transceiver.

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Infrared

Communication

The Infrared transceiv­er operates on a “Line
of Sight”. Make sure
nothing is blocking the
“Line of Sight” between
your system’s trans­ceiver and the destina­tion’s transceiver.

Introduction

1 - 12 Left Side View

1

Left Side View

CD/DVD Device Bay (Bay Two)

A 5.25" CD/DVD device (12.7mm height) is standard depending on the model
you purchased. For more information on using the drive please refer to “The

CD/DVD Device” on page 2 - 12.

PC Card Slot

The 3.3V/5V slot may be used for a Type-II PC card (PC cards were also pre­viously referred to as PCMCIA) and fully supports Cardbus. Refer to “The PC

Card Slot” on page 2 - 16 for more information.

4

2

2

1

5

Figure 1 - 4

Left Side View

1. Bay Two - CD/
DVD Device Bay

2. PC Card Slot

3. PC Card Slot
Eject Button

4. USB 2.0/1.1 Port

5. Bay One ­Optional for 7-In­1 Card Reader
(pictured) OR Sub
Woofer

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CD Emergency Eject

If you need to manually eject a CD/DVD (e.g. due to an unexpected power interrup­tion) you may push the end of a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject
hole. Do not use a sharpened pencil or similar object that may break and become
lodged in the hole.

Left Side View 1 - 13

1

Introduction

USB 2.0/1.1 Port

This USB 2.0 compatible port (USB 2.0 is fully USB 1.1 compliant) is for
low-speed peripherals such as keyboards, mice or scanners, and for high­speed peripherals such as external HDDs, digital video cameras or high-speed
scanners etc. Devices can be plugged into the computer, and unplugged from
the computer, without the need to turn the system off (if the power rating of
your USB device is 500mA or above, make sure you use the power supply
which comes with the device). The USB ports (except for the lower rear USB
port) may be disabled in the BIOS (see “USB Device 29, Function 1&2&3”

on page 5 - 10) for the purposes of installing Operating Systems.

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USB 2.0 Support in Windows XP & Windows 2000

Make sure you install Windows XP Service Pack 1/1a (or are installing a Windows
XP version which includes Service Pack 1/1a) before installing any drivers. Ser­vice Pack 1/1a includes support for USB 2.0. To make sure that support for USB

2.0 is fully enabled follow the instructions in “Enabling USB 2.0 Support” on

page 4 - 12.

Make sure that your Windows 2000 version includes Service Pack 4 on the instal-
lation CD as this includes.support for USB 2.0.

Introduction

1 - 14 Left Side View

1

Bay One Options

Bay One may contain one of the following optional modules:

Sub Woofer Module

The sub woofer module enhances the audio output with a deep precise bass
sound.

7-In-1 Card Reader Module

The card reader allows you to use the most popular digital storage cards. The
formats which can be read are outlined in the below. See the sidebar for details
on installing an Operating System if a card reader module is present.

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Operating System

Installation Warning

If you are installing an Op­erating System (e.g. Win-
dows XP), and have a 7­In-1 Card Reader in­stalled, make sure to set
the USB Device 29,
Function 0&1&2&3 sup­port (see “USB Device

29, Function 1&2&3” on
page 5 - 10) option in the

BIOS to “Disabled”.

This will prevent the sys­tem seeing the card read­er as a disk drive, and
thus preventing you from
setting up the internal
hard disk as drive “C:”.

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Card Reader Formats

• MMC (MultiMedia Card)

• SD (Secure Digital)

•MS (Memory Stick)

• MS (Memory Stick Pro)

• SM (SmartMedia Card)

• CF (Compact Flash)

• IBM Microdrive

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1

Introduction

Right Side View

Bay Three Options

Bay Three may contain one of the following optional modules:

TV Tuner Module

With the TV tuner installed you can watch TV, video conference and capture
still and video images on your computer. The TV tuner comes with a remote
control unit and quick start guide. Consult the guides for full instructions on
how to use the TV tuner and software. The TV tuner includes a CATV-In port,
a Line-In port (to play audio sources through the computer’s speakers) and an
S-Video-In port (for video input to the computer).

With the TV Tuner module installed the infrared transceiver also acts as a con­sumer infrared transceiver. The remote control unit, supplied with the optional
TV Tuner, may be used to control the tuner functions through this transceiver.

2

1

Figure 1 - 5

Right Side View

1. Bay Three ­Optional for TV-

Tuner OR Sub
Woofer

2. Security Lock Slot

3 4 5

Figure 1 - 6

TV Tuner

3. CATV Port

4. Line-In Port

5. S-Video-In Port

Introduction

1 - 16 Right Side View

1

Sub Woofer Module

The sub woofer module enhances the audio output with a deep precise bass
sound.

Security Lock Slot

To prevent possible theft, a Kensington-type lock can be attached to this slot.
Locks can be purchased at any computer store.

Rear View 1 - 17

1

Introduction

Rear View

Vent/Fan Intake

This enables airflow to prevent the notebook from overheating.

DC-In Jack

Plug the supplied AC adapter into this jack to power your notebook.

Figure 1 - 7

Rear View

1. Vent/Fan Intake

2. DC-In Jack

3. Printer/Parallel
Port

4. DVI-Out Monitor
Port

5. Serial/Com Port

6. 2 * USB Ports

7. S-Video-Out Port

8. PS/2 Type Port

9. RJ-11 Phone Jack

10. RJ-45 LAN Jack

3 4 5

6 7 8 9

10

1 2

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Overheating

To prevent your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the vent/fan
intakes while the computer is in use.

Introduction

1 - 18 Rear View

1

Printer/Parallel Port

This port supports ECP (Extended Capabilities Port) and EPP (Enhanced Par­allel Port) 1.7/1.9 modes.

DVI-Out Port

The DVI-Out (Digital Video Interface) Port allows you to connect an external
monitor, or Flat Panel Display, to allow dual video or simultaneous display on
the LCD and external monitor/FPD (see “Attaching a Monitor” on page 3 -

10). If you are using an older type of monitor you will need to use a converter

to convert the signal from DVI to VGA.

Serial/Com Port

Connect a serial type mouse to this port.

Rear View 1 - 19

1

Introduction

Two USB 2.0/1.1 Ports

These USB 2.0 compatible ports (USB 2.0 is fully USB 1.1 compliant) are for
low-speed peripherals such as keyboards, mice or scanners, and for high­speed peripherals such as external HDDs, digital video cameras or high-speed
scanners etc. Devices can be plugged into the computer, and unplugged from
the computer, without the need to turn the system off (if the power rating of
your USB device is 500mA or above, make sure you use the power supply
which comes with the device). The USB ports (except for the lower rear USB
port) may be disabled in the BIOS (see “USB Device 29, Function 1&2&3”

on page 5 - 10) for the purposes of installing Operating Systems.

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USB 2.0 Support in Windows XP & Windows 2000

Make sure you install Windows XP Service Pack 1/1a (or are installing a Windows
XP version which includes Service Pack 1/1a) before installing any drivers. Ser­vice Pack 1/1a includes support for USB 2.0.To make sure that support for USB 2.0
is fully enabled follow the instructions in “Enabling USB 2.0 Support” on page 4

- 12.

Make sure that your Windows 2000 version includes Service Pack 4 on the instal-
lation CD as this includes.support for USB 2.0.

Introduction

1 - 20 Rear View

1

S-Video-Out Port

Connect your television to your computer and view DVDs, VCDs or anything
else your computer can display. You will need an S-Video cable to make the
connection. Enable this port from the video driver controls (see “Enabling TV

Display” on page 3 - 16).

PS/2 Type Port

Connect an external PS/2 type mouse or keyboard to this port. You can use a
“Y” splitter if you want to attach both.

RJ-11 Phone Jack

This port connects to the built-in modem. You may plug the telephone line di­rectly into this RJ-11 telephone connection.
Note: Broadband (e.g. ADSL) modems usually connect to the LAN port.

RJ-45 LAN Jack

This port supports LAN (Network) functions.
Note: Broadband (e.g. ADSL) modems usually connect to the LAN port.

Bottom View 1 - 21

1

Introduction

Bottom View

Vent/Fan Intake

This enables airflow to prevent the notebook from overheating.

3

1

1

2

4

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Overheating

To prevent your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the vent/fan
intakes while the computer is in use.

1

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CPU

The CPU is not a user
serviceable part.
Opening this compart­ment, or accessing the
CPU in any way, may
violate your warranty.

Figure 1 - 8

Bottom View

1. Vent/Fan Intake

2. CPU/RAM Cover

3. Battery

4. Hard Disk/WLAN
Module/Bluetooth
Module Cover

Introduction

1 - 22 Bottom View

1

Battery

See “Battery” on page 2 - 3 for instructions on battery use and care.

Hard Disk Drive

The hard disk drive is used to store your data. You can have up to two hard
disks in your computer depending on the configuration options purchased.
Your hard disks may be arranged in a RAID configuration depending on the
configuration purchased.

RAID (Optional)

If you have included a RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) con­figuration in your purchase option, this will allow you to use your hard disks
in combination for fault tolerance and performance (see “RAID Configura-

tion” on page 7 - 17).

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Drive Warning

Don’t try to remove the
hard disk (HDD) while
the system is on. This
could cause data loss
or damage.

Unauthorized removal
or tampering with the
HDD may violate your
warranty. If you are in
doubt, consult your
service representative.

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Jumper Settings for Multiple Hard Disk Use

If you are using more than one hard disk in your computer, make sure to set the
jumpers on all your hard disks to the cable select option in order for the system to
recognize all the disks (see your hard disk manual or the information printed on the
hard disk itself for details on the jumper settings).

Bottom View 1 - 23

1

Introduction

Wireless LAN (Network) & Bluetooth Modules

Your notebook computer may have an optional Wireless Network module
and/or Bluetooth module(s). If included, the antenna and other components
are not externally visible (please check with your service representative). If
your configuration includes either wireless module, make sure you install the
driver(s) for it/them (see “Wireless LAN Driver Installation (Win2000)” on

page 7 - 5 & “Bluetooth Driver Installation (Win2000)” on page 7 - 8).

Make sure any wireless module is OFF when you are using the computer
aboard aircraft by using the appropriate key combination below.

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Wireless Device

Operation Aboard

Aircraft

The use of any porta­ble electronic trans­mission devices
aboard aircraft is usu­ally prohibited. Make
sure the module(s) are
OFF if you are using
the computer aboard
aircraft. When the
computer first ‘Boots
Up’ the module(s) will
be OFF.

If you restart the com­puter the power status
of the module will re­main the same as it
was before the restart.
If you shut down the
computer the module
will turn OFF.

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Power Toggle for the Wireless LAN and Bluetooth Modules

You will need to enable power to the modules by using the following key combina­tions:

Fn + F11 = Wireless LAN Module Power Toggle
Fn + F12 = Bluetooth Module Power Toggle

When the Wireless LAN module is powered on, the LED will be orange.

When the Bluetooth module is powered on, the LED will be green.

Do not try to use the Wireless LAN module and the Bluetooth module at the same
time, as this may cause a communication conflict.

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1

Using The Computer

Overview 2 - 1

2

Chapter 2: Using The Computer

Overview

To learn more about using your computer, please read this chapter.

This chapter includes:

• The Power Sources

• Turning on the Computer

• LED Indicators

• Auto Mail Checker

• The Hard Disk Drive

• The CD/DVD Device

• The PC Card Slot

• Hot-Key Buttons

• Function Keys & Numeric Keypad

• TouchPad & Buttons/Mouse

• Printer (general guidelines)

Using The Computer

2 - 2 The Power Sources

2

The Power Sources

The computer can be powered by either an AC adapter or a battery pack.

AC Adapter

Use only the AC adapter that comes with your computer. The wrong type of
AC adapter will damage the computer and its components.

1. Attach the AC adapter to the DC-In jack at the rear of the computer.

2. Plug the AC power cord into an outlet, then connect the AC power cord to
the AC adapter.

3. Raise the lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle.

4. Press the power button to turn “On”.

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Shutdown

Please note that you
should always shut
your computer down
by choosing the Shut

Down/Turn Off Com­puter command from

the Start menu in Win­dows. This will help

prevent hard disk or
system problems.

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The Power Sources 2 - 3

2

Battery

The battery allows you to use your notebook computer while you are on the
road or an electrical outlet is unavailable. Battery life varies depending on the
applications and the configuration you're using. To increase battery life, let the
battery discharge completely before recharging. We recommend leaving the
battery inside the notebook at all times. For more information on the battery,
please refer to “Battery Information” on page 3 - 24.

Recharging the Battery with the AC Adapter

The battery pack automatically recharges when the AC adapter is attached and
plugged into an electrical outlet. If the computer is powered on, and in use, it
will take several hours to fully recharge the battery. When the computer is
turned off but plugged into an electrical outlet, battery charge time is less (re-

fer to “LED Indicators” on page 2 - 5 for information on the battery
charge status).

Proper handling of the Battery Pack

• DO NOT disassemble the battery pack under any circumstances.

• DO NOT expose the battery to fire or high temperatures, it may explode.

• DO NOT connect the metal terminals (+, -) to each other (for more infor­mation on how to maintain the battery pack, refer to

“Battery Informa-

tion” on page 3 - 24).

Using The Computer

2 - 4 Turning on the Computer

2

Turning on the Computer

Now you are ready to begin using your computer. To turn it on simply press
the power button on the front panel.

When the computer is on, you can use the power button as a hot-key button
when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds. Use Power Options in the Win-
dows Control Panel to configure this feature.

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Power Button as

Standby or Hibernate

Button

If you are using a fully
ACPI-compliant OS,
(such as Windows

2000 Professional, or
Windows XP) you can

use the OS’s “Power
Options” control panel
to set the power button
to send the system into
Standby or Hibernate
mode (see your OS’s
documentation, or

“Configuring the
Power Button” on
page 3 - 23 for de-

tails).

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Shutdown

Please note that you should always shut your computer down by choosing the Shut
Down/Turn Off Computer command from the Start menu in Windows. This will

help prevent hard disk or system problems.

Using The Computer

LED Indicators 2 - 5

2

LED Indicators

There are two sets of LED indicators (LED Power, Battery & E-Mail Status
Indicators and LED Status Indicators) on your computer that will display

helpful information about the current status of the computer.

The LED Power, Battery & E-Mail Status Indicators are also visible when
the top of your computer is closed.

Figure 2 - 1

LED Power,
Battery & E- Mail
Status Indicators

Figure 2 - 2

LED Status

Indicators

Using The Computer

2 - 6 LED Indicators

2

LED Power, Battery & E-Mail Status Indicators

*Note: If the battery has a serious problem turn the system off, remove the bat­tery and unplug the AC adapter. Replace the battery, and plug the AC adapter
in again to recharge the battery.

**Note: Toggle power to the Wireless LAN module by using the key combi­nation Fn + F11, and the Fn + F12 key combination for the Bluetooth module.

Icon Color Description

Green The computer is on

Blinking Green The computer is in Standby mode

Orange The battery is being charged

Green The battery is fully charged

Blinking Orange The battery has reached critically low power status

Blinking Green* *There is a serious problem with the battery*

Blinking Orange New mail has arrived

Orange **The (optional) Wireless LAN Module is powered On

Green **The (optional) Bluetooth Module is powered On

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Low Battery Warning

When the battery is
critically low, immedi­ately connect the AC
adapter to the comput­er or save your work,
otherwise, the un­saved data will be lost
when the power is de­pleted.

Table 2 - 1

LED Power,

Battery & E-Mail

Status Indicators

Using The Computer

LED Indicators 2 - 7

2

LED Status Indicators

Once your computer is on and in use, the LED status indicators will display
the system's operational status.

Icon Color Description

Green Hard Disk activity

Green Number Lock is activated

Green Caps Lock is activated

Green Scroll Lock is activated

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Scroll Lock

To enable and disable
the Scroll Lock feature,
press the Fn and
ScrLk keys simultane­ously.

Table 2 - 2

LED Status

Indicators

Using The Computer

2 - 8 Auto Mail Checker

2

Auto Mail Checker

After you have installed the driver for the Auto Mail program (see “What to

Install” on page 4 - 1) you may then configure it to give you notification

when you receive new mail. You must be online to receive this notification
(note that this program only supports the POP3 protocol), and your default
mail program does not need to be open.

The Auto Mail Checker appears as an icon in the taskbar. Clicking on the
icon will bring up the following options menu. (If you have not input your
mail account data, then you will be prompted to do so.)

Select Open to bring up the control panel for the program.

Figure 2 - 3

Auto Mail Checker

(Startup Menu)

Using The Computer

Auto Mail Checker 2 - 9

2

You may then configure the options for your mailserver, name, password, pro­gram and method(s) of notification.

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Note

Check with your Inter­net Service Provider,
network administrator
or Mail Service provid­er for details on what to
put on these pages.

Figure 2 - 4

Auto Mail

Checker Account

Setup and

Options

Using The Computer

2 - 10 Auto Mail Checker

2

Special Group

You may add the e-mail addresses of those you wish to assign to your special
group here. The Mail LED will then blink fast when mail is received from
members of this group, if LED notification is enabled in the control panel
(Figure 2 - 4).

Figure 2 - 5

Special Group Setup

Using The Computer

The Hard Disk Drive 2 - 11

2

The Hard Disk Drive

The hard disk drive is used to store your data in the computer. The hard disk
is mounted in a removable case and can be taken out to accommodate other

2.5" IDE hard disk drives with a height of 9.5 mm. You may have a second
hard disk depending on the configuration purchased (see “Jumper Settings

for Multiple Hard Disk Use” on page 1 - 22).

The hard disk(s) is (are) accessible from the bottom of your computer, as
illustrated below. Further details on removing and inserting the hard disk are
available in “Upgrading the Hard Disk(s)” on page 6 - 5.

Depending on the configuration purchased your hard disks may be configured
as a RAID (see “PC Camera” on page 7 - 11).

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Power Safety

Before attempting to
access any of the inter­nal components of
your computer make
sure that the AC power
is not connected, and
that the machine is
turned off. Also ensure
that all peripheral ca­bles, including phone
lines, are disconnected
from the computer.

Figure 2 - 6

Primary Hard Disk

Location

1

1

Using The Computer

2 - 12 The CD/DVD Device

2

The CD/DVD Device

There is a bay for a 5.25" CD/DVD device (12.7mm height). The actual device
will depend on the model you purchased (see “Storage” on page A - 2). The
CD/DVD Device is usually labeled drive "D:" and may be used as a boot de­vice if properly set in the BIOS (“Boot Menu” on page 5 - 12).

Loading Compact Discs

To insert a CD/DVD, press the open button and carefully place a CD/DVD
onto the disc tray with label-side facing up (use just enough force for the disc
to click onto the tray’s spindle). Gently push the CD/DVD tray in until its lock
“clicks” and you are ready to start. The Busy Indicator will light up while data
is being accessed, or while an audio/video CD, or DVD, is playing. If power
is unexpectedly interrupted, insert an object such as a straightened paper clip
into the emergency eject hole to open the tray.

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Sound Volume

Adjustment

How high the sound
volume can be set de­pends on the setting of
the volume control
within Windows. Click
the Speaker icon on
the taskbar to check
the setting.

Using The Computer

The CD/DVD Device 2 - 13

2

Handling CDs or DVDs

Proper handling of your CDs/DVDs will prevent them from being damaged.
Please follow the advice below to make sure that the data stored on your CDs/
DVDs can be accessed.

Remember to:

• Hold the CD or DVD by the edges; do not touch the surface of the disc.

• Use a clean, soft, dry cloth to remove dust or fingerprints.

• Do not write on the surface with a pen.

• Do not attach paper or other materials to the surface of the disc.

• Do not store or place the CD or DVD in high-temperature areas.

• Do not use benzene, thinner, or other cleaners to clean the CD or DVD.

• Do not bend the CD or DVD.

• Do not drop or subject the CD or DVD to shock.

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Media Warning

When manually eject­ing a CD/DVD, DO
NOT use a sharpened
pencil or similar object
which may break, and
become lodged in the
hole.

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CD Emergency Eject

If you need to manually eject a CD (e.g. due to an unexpected power interruption)
you may push the end of a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole.
However please do not use a sharpened pencil or similar object that may break and
become lodged in the hole.

Using The Computer

2 - 14 The CD/DVD Device

2

DVD Regional Codes

DVD region detection is device dependent, not OS-dependent. You can select
your module’s region code 5 times. The fifth selection is permanent. This can­not be altered even if you change your operating system or you use the module
in another computer.

Figure 2 - 7

DVD Regional

Codes

(Windows XP)

Using The Computer

The CD/DVD Device 2 - 15

2

Changing DVD Regional Codes

Go to the Control Panel in WindowsXP/Windows 2000 and double-click Sys-
tem > Hardware (tab), click Device Manager, then click the + next to DVD/
CD-ROM drives. Double-click on the DVD-ROM device to bring up the
Properties menu, and select the DVD Region (tab) to bring up the control

panel as seen in “DVD Regional Codes (Windows XP)” on page 2 - 14.

DVD Regional Coding

Region

Geographical Location

1 USA, Canada

2 Western Europe, Japan, South Africa, Middle East & Egypt

3

South-East Asia, Taiwan, South Korea, The Philippines, Indonesia, Hong

Kong

4 South & Central America, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand

5 N Korea, Russia, Eastern Europe, India & Most of Africa

6 China

Table 2 - 3

DVD Regional

Coding

Using The Computer

2 - 16 The PC Card Slot

2

The PC Card Slot

The computer is equipped with a PCMCIA 3.3V/5V slot for a Type II PC
Card.

Inserting and Removing PC Cards

• Align the PC Card with the slot and push the PC Card in until it locks
into place.

• To remove a PC Card, simply press the eject button next to the slot.

Figure 2 - 8

PC Card Slot

1

2

1

2

Using The Computer

Hot-Key Buttons 2 - 17

2

Hot-Key Buttons

These keys access the internet, e-mail or a user-defined application with one
quick button press. To use the “user-defined Hot-Key”, you must install the
Hot-Key driver. After installing the Hot-Key driver (see

“What to Install”

on page 4 - 1), you may have to configure or change the settings.

Programming the Hot-Keys

Hot-Key Function

Activate the default e-mail program

Activate the default Internet browser

Activate the user specified application e.g. Microsoft Word or Excel

Table 2 - 4

Hot-Keys

Using The Computer

2 - 18 Hot-Key Buttons

2

To configure and specify an application for Application 1 (the default Hot­Key setting is for the CD Player/Media Player application), you must follow

the instructions below.

1. Right click the Hot-Key driver icon on the taskbar and the following

menu will appear.

2. Select Setup from the menu and scroll to Application 1 and press Enter.

3. An Open dialog box will appear on the screen.

4. Browse to the directory where the desired application.exe (see the sidebar)

program exists.

5. Double-Click on the program file or choose Open.

6. The Hot-Key is now set to execute that program.

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Application.exe

You will need to locate
the actual application
executable (.exe) file,
not just the shortcut.
To find the application
right-click its shortcut
on the desktop and
click Properties. Click
the shortcut (tab) and
see where the execut­able file is located by
clicking the Find Tar-
get (button).

Using The Computer

The Function Keys and Numeric Keypad 2 - 19

2

The Function Keys and Numeric Keypad

Function Keys

On the bottom-left of the keyboard is the Fn key or Function key. The Fn key
allows you to change operational features instantly. To use the following func­tions press and hold the Fn key, then press the appropriate function key (Esc,
F3, F9 etc.) located on your keyboard.

Keys Description

Fn Function Key

Fn + F3 Turn audio on/off

Fn + F4 Toggle between power saving/resume state

Fn + F5 Decrease audio volume

Fn + F6 Increase audio volume

Fn + F7 Toggle between CRT/LCD/LCD & CRT

Fn + F8 Decrease LCD brightness

Fn + F9 Increase LCD brightness

Fn + F11 Toggle Power to the (optional) Wireless LAN Module

Fn + F12 Toggle Power to the (optional) Bluetooth Module

Fn + ScrLk Enable Scroll Lock

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Other Keyboards

If your keyboard is
damaged or you just
want to make a
change, you can use
any standard PS/2 or
USB keyboard. The
system will detect and
enable it automatically.
However special func­tions/hot keys unique
to the system’s regular
keyboard may not
work.

Using The Computer

2 - 20 The Function Keys and Numeric Keypad

2

Numeric Keypad

The keyboard has a numerical keypad for easy numeric data input (see “The

Function Keys and Numeric Keypad” on page 2 - 19).

Activate the Number Lock feature by pressing the NumLk key at the top
right of the keyboard. You may check if Number Lock is enabled or not by
looking at the LED status indicators (see “LED Status Indicators” on page 2

- 7).

Numeric
Keypad

Fn Key

Function Keys

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Special Characters

Some software appli-
cations allow the
number-keys to be
used with Alt to pro-
duce special charac-
ters. These special
characters can only be
produced by using the
numeric keypad. Reg-
ular number keys (in
the upper row of the
keyboard) will not
work. Make sure that
NumLk is on.

Figure 2 - 9

Keyboard

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Mouse Driver

If you are using an ex­ternal mouse your op­erating system may be
able to auto-configure
your mouse during its
installation or only ena­ble its basic functions.
Be sure to check the
device’s user docu­mentation for details.

TouchPad Taskbar

Icon

You can add the
TouchPad icon to the
taskbar from the
Mouse control panel,
in the Others tab. Re-
start the computer to
see the icon appear in
the taskbar.

Using The Computer

TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 21

2

TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse

The TouchPad is a device for pointing (controlling input positioning) on the
computer’s display screen by sensing finger movement, and downward pres­sure.

It is an alternative to the mouse, however, you can also add a mouse to

your computer either through the PS/2 interface, or one of the USB ports.

The TouchPad buttons function in much the same way as a two-button mouse.
The central button may be configured to function as you require (see “Mouse

Properties” on page 2 - 22 for screen examples).

Configuring the TouchPad and Buttons

Once you have installed the TouchPad drivers (see “What to Install” on

page 4 - 1) you can configure the functions by double-clicking the TouchPad

icon in the taskbar, or by going to the Mouse control panel in Windows.
Go to the Start menu and point to Settings (or just click Control Panel) and
click Control Panel, then double-click the Mouse icon. In Windows XP the
Mouse control panel is in the Printers and Other Hardware Category.

Right-click the taskbar icon and select Easy Launcher to run programs
from this menu. To add programs to the menu, see “Easy Launcher” on

page 2 - 22 for details.

Using The Computer

2 - 22 TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse

2

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Easy Launcher

You can add programs
to the menu from the

Others tab in the
Mouse control panel.
Click on Settings for
Easy Launcher to get

the settings options.

Click the New button
and browse to Open
any programs you wish
to add to the menu.

Restart the computer
and run Easy Launch-
er by right-clicking the
icon in the taskbar.

Click Close or Mini-
mize to quit the menu.

Figure 2 - 10

Mouse Properties

Using The Computer

Adding a Printer 2 - 23

2

Adding a Printer

The most commonly used peripheral is a printer. The following conventions
will help you to add a printer, however it is always best to refer to the printer
manual for specific instructions and configuration options.

USB Printer

Most new printers have a USB interface connection. You may use any one of
the ports to connect the printer.

Install Instructions:

1. Set up the printer according to its instructions (unpacking, paper tray, toner/
ink cartridge etc.).

2. Turn ON the computer.

3. Turn ON the printer.

4. Connect the printer’s USB cable to one of the USB ports on the computer.

5. Windows will identify the printer and either load one of its own drivers or
ask you to supply one. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Parallel Printer

This is still the most common type of printer. The install instructions are in the
sidebar.

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Parallel Printer

After setting up the
printer attach the paral­lel cable to the printer.

Connect the printer’s
parallel cable to the
Parallel port.

Turn ON the printer,
then the computer.

Windows will identify
the printer and either
load one of its own
drivers or ask you to
supply one. Follow the
on-screen instructions.

Using The Computer

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2

Advanced Controls

Overview 3 - 1

3

Chapter 3: Advanced Controls

Overview

This chapter covers:

• Advanced Video Controls

• Power and Battery Management Features

• Configuring the Infrared Settings for FIR

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Drivers

You are unable to use
most advanced con­trols until the neces­sary drivers and
utilities are properly in­stalled (your service
representative may
have already done that
for you). If your system
hasn’t been properly
configured, refer to

“What to Install” on
page 4 - 1, for installa-

tion instructions.

Advanced Controls

3 - 2 Advanced Video Controls

3

Advanced Video Controls

This section is about making adjustments for the LCD, and switching display
devices.

Opening the LCD

As you open the lid, adjust it so you can look at the screen straight on, without
any glare. If necessary, adjust the brightness controls (Fn + F8/F9) as in Fig-

ure 3 - 1. The Fn + F7 key combination can be used to toggle through the dis-

play options.

Note: The system will decrease LCD brightness slightly to save power when
it is not powered by the AC adapter.

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Protecting the LCD

Do not allow any for­eign objects (i.e. paper
or plastic) to get be­tween the lid/LCD and
the work panel. They
could damage or
scratch the LCD and/or
accidentally activate
the close cover switch.

Figure 3 - 1

Brightness

Controls

F8

Fn

F7 F9

Advanced Controls

Video Driver Controls 3 - 3

3

Video Driver Controls

The video interface lets you change the screen resolution and color output to
whatever is most comfortable/efficient for you. This is a matter of hardware,
video memory and the driver for your operating system. The driver interface
shows the available options (see “LCD” on page A - 1 for LCD specifica­tion).

You can switch display devices from the Display Properties control panel in

Windows as long as the video driver is installed (see “What to Install” on

page 4 - 1).

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Screenshots

All screenshots in this
chapter are from the
Windows XP OS.

If you are using the
Windows 2000 OS
some screens in may
appear slightly differ­ent.

Advanced Controls

3 - 4 Video Driver Controls

3

Making Adjustments for the Display

The higher the resolution you set the LCD for, the more information the LCD
can display on screen. To change the LCD’s resolution and color depth go to
the Display Properties control panel:

1. Click Start, point to Settings and click Control Panel.

2. Double-click Display (icon) - In the Appearances and Themes category.

3. In the Display Properties dialog box, click Settings (tab).

4. In Screen area/resolution, move the slider to the preferred setting for
resolution (see in Figure 3 - 3 on page 3-5).

5. In Colors/Color quality, click the arrow and scroll to the preferred setting
for color depth (see in Figure 3 - 3 on page 3-5).

You can also access Display Properties by right-clicking the desktop and
scrolling down and clicking Properties. Click Settings (tab) and adjust as
above.

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Screen Resolution/

Area Note

You may set the reso­lution to a higher set­ting than the panel
supports, however this
will require you to pan
(scroll) around the
screen as the display
area will be larger than
what you can see on
the LCD.

1

2

Figure 3 - 2

Right-Click

Desktop

Advanced Controls

Video Driver Controls 3 - 5

3

Open the Display Properties control panel, and click the Advanced (but­ton) to bring up the ATI Mobility Radeon 9700 Series... tabs. Clicking
through these tabs will provide options to allow you to make video adjust­ments.

3

1 2

Figure 3 - 3

Advanced Display

Properties

3

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ATI Mobility Radeon

9700 Series

Properties

You can also access
ATI Mobility Radeon
Properties by right­clicking the ATI icon

in the taskbar.
Point to Settings and
click ATI Display Set­tings, then click the
Settings (tab).

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3 - 6 Video Driver Controls

3

Help Menu

Click to Configure Theater Mode

(Not Supported with TV Tuner)

Figure 3 - 4

ATI Mobility Radeon

9700 Properties Tabs

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Help Menus

Right-click on almost
any item in the tabs to
bring up the “What’s
This?” button.

Click the “What’s
This?” button to bring
up the help menu.

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Theater Mode

Theater Mode is not
supported with the TV
Tuner module installed
(see page 3 - 9).

Advanced Controls

Video Driver Controls 3 - 7

3

Access the menus from ATI taskbar to get further help on display options, TV
options etc. Right-click the ATI icon in the taskbar and point to Help or
Troubleshooting (Figure 3 - 5). You can also switch between the displays
and go to the ATI Mobility Radeon 9700 Series... tabs.

Figure 3 - 5

ATI Menus

Advanced Controls

3 - 8 Display Devices

3

Display Devices

Besides the built-in LCD, you can also use an external monitor/flat panel dis­play connected to the DVI-Out port or TV as your display device. The follow­ing are the display options:

1. The built-in LCD.

2. An external monitor connected to the DVI-Out port (may require DVI to VGA
converter).

3. A flat panel display connected to the DVI-Out port (may require DVI to VGA
converter).

4. A TV/HDTV (HDTV requires an HDTV converter) connected to the S-Video
Out port.

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Drivers

You are unable to use
most advanced con­trols until the neces­sary drivers and
utilities are properly in­stalled. If your system
hasn’t been properly
configured (your ser­vice representative
may have already
done that for you), re­fer to “What to In-

stall” on page 4 - 1,

for installation instruc­tions.

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Monitor and TV Tuner

If you are connecting both a monitor/flat panel display to the DVI-Out port, and a
cable/aerial to the optional TV Tuner module, make sure you attach the cable/
aerial to the TV Tuner first, then the monitor (CRT).

Advanced Controls

Display Options 3 - 9

3

Display Options

Firstly the display devices must be enabled, then configured to your require­ments.

Display Mode Windows XP Windows 2000

Single

33

Multiple - Clone Mode

33

Multiple - Extended
Desktop Mode

3

Not Available

Single - Either the LCD, Monitor, Flat Panel Display or TV as a display device.
Multiple (Clone) - The LCD, Monitor, Flat Panel Display or TV outputting the

same view (you can apply different display modes with different resolutions
and refresh rates).
Multiple (Extended Desktop) - LCD, Monitor, Flat Panel Display or TV

outputting a different view (Windows XP only)

- see “Extended Desktop

Mode” on page 3 - 13.

Table 3 - 1

Display Options

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Theater Mode

Theater Mode can be
enabled by clicking

Clone Mode Options

(button) in the Overlay
tab from the ATI Mobil­ity Radeon 9700 Se­ries... properties. (see
page 3 - 6). Theater
Mode enables you to
display video playback
in full screen on a sec­ondary monitor.

Theater Mode is not
supported if you have
the TV Tuner module
installed.

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3 - 10 Display Options

3

Attaching a Monitor

If you prefer to use a monitor or Flat Panel Display, connect it to the DVI-Out
port on the rear panel (see “Rear View” on page 1 - 17). You may need to use
a DVI to VGA converter.

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Function Key

Combination

You can use the FN +
F7 key combination to

toggle through the dis­play options:

• LCD Only

• Monitor Only

•LCD + Monitor

Make sure you give the
displays enough time
to refresh.

Figure 3 - 6

Monitor Properties

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Vertical Refresh Rate

The vertical refresh rate of
your VGA monitor is important.
If it is too low and/or you’re us­ing fluorescent lighting, the
screen will appear to flicker. To
reduce flickering on a VGA
monitor, use faster refresh
rates (we recommend a re­fresh rate of 72Hz or more).
But first check your VGA mon­itor’s documentation to make
sure it can support the rates
listed by the video driver. The
default refresh rate for VGA
monitors (without drivers) is
60Hz.

Advanced Controls

Enabling Other Displays 3 - 11

3

Enabling Other Displays

Other displays are enabled from Display in the ATI Mobility Radeon 9700
Series... Properties Window (Figure 3 - 7).

1. Attach your external monitor to the DVI-Out port (or TV/HDTV to the S­Video Out port), and turn it on.

2. Go to the Advanced Display Settings (see Figure 3 - 3 on page 3-5).

3. Select the Displays tab (see Figure 3 - 7).

4. Click the enable/disable button / for the display device you wish to
use.

5. Click Apply and an image will appear on the display device (give the
monitor a few seconds for the image to refresh).

6. Click Yes to accept the settings and OK to save the changes.

7. Select One display as Primary , the remaining as the Clone (the
Clone may operate in either Clone Mode, or Extended Desktop Mode).

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Primary & Clone

Displays

The Primary display in
an Extended Desktop
environment will be as­sociated with display
Icon 1 in the settings
tab.

The Clone display will
set the associated dis­play to show a copy of
the Primary desktop.

The Clone display in
an Extended Desktop
environment will show
the portion of the desk­top extended from the
Primary display.

Figure 3 - 7

Displays

Advanced Controls

3 - 12 Enabling Other Displays

3

Clone Mode

Clone Mode simply shows an exact copy of the Primary display desktop on
the other display(s). This mode will drive multiple displays with the same con­tent. Use this feature to display the screen through a projector for a presenta­tion. Each display device can be configured independently as this allows you
to set the options for overhead projectors etc., which require specific resolu­tions and refresh rates. Click on the bar of the device in question to bring
up the configuration options.

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Display Data Channel

Information

Click the “Use DCC In­formation” button to

disable/enable DCC.

DCC is a data channel
used by newer moni­tors to provide informa­tion (e.g. maximum
resolution and refresh
rates) to the video
adapter.

Different monitors sup­port different resolu­tions and refresh rates
(you will need to exper­iment for the best set­ting).

1

Figure 3 - 8

Monitor Properties

1

Advanced Controls

Enabling Other Displays 3 - 13

3

Extended Desktop Mode

The system supports Extended Desktop (the LCD and a CRT showing differ­ent views) in multiple display environments in WindowsXP, but this mode is
NOT supported in

Windows2000. An Extended Desktop creates a desktop

spanning multiple displays and acts as a large workspace.

To get this effect:

1. Attach your external monitor to the DVI-Out port (or TV/HDTV to the S­Video Out port), and turn it on.

2. Go to the Advanced Display Settings (see Figure 3 - 3 on page 3-5).

3. Select the Displays tab (see Figure 3 - 7 on page 3 - 11).

4. Click the enable/disable button / for the display device you wish to
use (Monitor).

5. Click Apply and image will appear on the display device (give the monitor a
few seconds for the image to refresh).

6. Click Yes to accept the settings and OK to save the changes.

7. Use the Display Properties (see Figure 3 - 9 on page 3-14) window to
select the second monitor by clicking on the icon, or select it from the
“Display:” pop-up menu.

8. Click “Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor.”.

9. Click Apply > OK.

10. Use the Display Properties control panel to drag the monitors to match the
physical arrangement you wish to use.

Advanced Controls

3 - 14 Enabling Other Displays

3

11. In the example shown in Figure 3 - 9 the primary monitor is on the left, the
other display is on the right.

12. With the Extended Desktop Mode enabled, drag any icons or windows
across to the other display desktop. It is therefore possible to have one
program visible in one of the monitors, and a different program visible in the
other monitor.

1

Click either the Display
pop-up menu, or click
the icon for the appro­priate display.

Then click the tick box
to extend the primary
display’s desktop to it.

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Help

Further help is avail­able through the
menus accessed from
the taskbar (see Fig-

ure 3 - 5 on page 3-7).

Figure 3 - 9

Extended Desktop

Monitor

Arrangement

Advanced Controls

Enabling Other Displays 3 - 15

3

13. One display will be set to 1 (Primary), and the other to 2 (Clone). The
displays may be switched as long as one as set to Primary.

14. To switch from Extended Desktop mode back to Clone mode, first
uncheck the tick box to disable the Extended Desktop (via the settings tab
in the Display Properties control panel) and click Apply (see “Extended

Desktop Monitor Arrangement” on page 3 - 14).

15. Repeat the procedure in

“Enabling Other Displays” on page 3 - 11

(make sure you have selected the appropriate display to get all the AT I
Mobility Radeon 9700 Series.. Properties options tabs) to return to Clone
mode (click the / button to enable any displays if necessary).

Figure 3 - 10

Displays Tab

(Extended Desktop

Mode)

Advanced Controls

3 - 16 Enabling TV Display

3

Enabling TV Display

To display desktop images on a TV display, connect the TV to your computer
by using an S-Video cable from the TV to the S-Video Out Port at the rear of
the computer (see “Rear View” on page 1 - 17). You will need to enable the
TV display from the control panel in the “Enabling Other Displays” on

page 3 - 11)

Further help is available to help you troubleshoot your TV connection
through the menus accessed from the taskbar (see page 3 - 7).

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TV Format

If you need to change
the format for TV
Broadcast then go to

Display Properties >
Settings > Advanced
> Displays and click
TV (button).

Click the Format (tab)
and Select by Coun-
try/Region from the
list (or you may Select
by Format if pre­ferred).

Figure 3 - 11

TV Format

Advanced Controls

High Definition TV Display 3 - 17

3

High Definition TV Display

To display desktop images on an HDTV display, connect the HDTV to your
computer by using a HDTV converter (S-Video to YPrPb) connected to the S­Video Out Port at the rear of the computer (see “Rear View” on page 1 - 17).
You will need to enable the HDTV display from the control panel in the “En-

abling Other Displays” on page 3 - 11). Make sure that the converter is con-

nected, and the HDTV is turned on, before bringing up the control panel.

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HDTV Display Tab

The HDTV (YPbPr)
display tab will only ap­pear after you have
plugged in the HDTV
converter and turned
the TV on. You may
then bring up the Dis­play control panel to
see the tab (if you al­ready have the Display
control panel open,
close it and then open
it again).

Figure 3 - 12

HDTV Display Tab

Advanced Controls

3 - 18 Power Management Features

3

Power Management Features

To conserve power, especially when using the battery, your notebook comput­er has two types of power management available, ACPI and APM. Power
management conserves power by controlling individual components of the
computer (the monitor and hard disk drive) or the whole system.

Advanced Configuration & Power Interface

The ACPI interface provides the computer with enhanced power saving tech­niques and gives the operating system (OS) direct control over the power and
thermal states of devices and processors. For example, it enables the OS to set
devices into low-power states based on user settings and information from ap­plications. ACPI is available in Windows 2000 and Windows XP.

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OS Note

Power management
functions will vary
slightly depending on
your operating system.
For more information it
is best to refer to the
user’s manual of your
operating system.

(Note: All pictures
used on the following
pages are from the
Windows XP OS.)

Advanced Controls

Enabling Power Options 3 - 19

3

Enabling Power Options

Power Options are enabled through the Control Panel in your Windows sys-
tem (Power Options). With other operating systems you may have power
management available, so check your documentation.

You may conserve power through Power Schemes (individual components) or
throughout the whole system.

Figure 3 - 13

Power Options

Control Panel

Advanced Controls

3-20Power Schemes

3

Power Schemes

You can set your computer to conserve power through individual components
by means of Power Schemes. Each scheme will also adjust the processor per-
formance of your machine in order to save power (see sidebar).

The settings

for each scheme can be adjusted to set the monitor to turn off after a specified
time, and the computer's hard disk motor to turn off if the hard disk drive has
not been accessed for a specified period of time (if the system reads or writes
data, the hard disk motor will be turned back on). You can also set a specified
time for the system to enter Standby or Hibernate modes (see “Conserving

Power Throughout the System” on page 3 - 21).

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Power Schemes &

CPU Performance

Windows Power
Schemes also adjust

the processor perfor­mance of your ma­chine in order to save
power.

This is worth bearing in
mind if you are experi­encing any reduced
performance (espe­cially under battery
power). The “Always
On” setting will give
the highest perfor­mance, and the “Max
Battery” setting will
give the highest power
savings.

Figure 3 - 14

Power Schemes

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Resuming Operation

The system can re­sume from Monitor or
Hard Disk Standby by
pressing a key on the
keyboard.

Advanced Controls

Power Schemes 3 - 21

3

Conserving Power Throughout the System

With this function you can stop the notebook’s operation and restart where
you left off. This system features Standby and Hibernate suspend mode lev­els (Hibernate mode will need to be enabled by clicking the option in the Hi-
bernate tab in the Power Options control panel - Figure 3 - 15 on page 3-22).

Hibernate Mode vs. Shutdown

Hibernate mode and Shutdown are the same in that the system is off and you
need to press the power button to turn it on. Their main difference is:

When you come back from hibernation, you can return to where you last left
off (what was on your desktop) without reopening the application(s) and
file(s) you last used.

You can use either method depending on your needs.

Standby Mode vs. Hibernate Mode

If you want to stay away from your work for just a while, you can put the sys­tem on standby instead of in hibernation. It takes a longer time to wake up the
system from Hibernate mode than from Standby mode.

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System Suspend

Mode & TV Studio

Software

The computer will not
enter a system sus­pend mode (Hibernate
or Standby) while the
TV Studio software is
running.

Advanced Controls

3-22Power Schemes

3

Standby

Standby saves the least amount of power, but takes the shortest time to return
to full operation. During Standby the hard disk is turned off, and the CPU is
made to idle at its slowest speed. All open applications are retained in memo­ry. When you are not using your computer for a certain length of time, which
you specify in the operating system, it will enter Standby mode to save power.

Hibernate

Hibernate uses no power and saves all of your information on a part of the
HDD before it turns the system off. Although it saves the most power it takes
the longest time to return to full operation. You can set your notebook to au­tomatically enter Hibernate mode when the battery power is almost depleted.
You will need to enable Hibernate mode from the Hibernate tab in the Power
Options control panel. The system will resume from Hibernate mode by
pressing the power button.

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System Resume

The system can re­sume from Standby
mode by:

• Pressing the power
button

• Pressing a key on
the keyboard

• An alarm resume
that is enabled and
expires

• An incoming call
received on the
modem (if enabled)

• Network card activ­ity (if enabled)

Figure 3 - 15

Enable Hibernation

Advanced Controls

Power Schemes 3 - 23

3

Configuring the Power Button

The power button may be set to send the computer in to either Standby or Hi­bernate modes (Figure 3 - 16). In Standby mode the LED will flash

green, in Hibernate mode the LED will be off. If you are in a power saving
mode set to save power through individual components (e.g. hard disk, mon­itor), the LED will remain green.

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Suspend/Resume

Button

You may also config­ure the Suspend/Re-
sume key (Fn + F4)
from the menu illustrat­ed in Figure 3 - 16. In
Windows this key is
referred to as the
Sleep button.

Figure 3 - 16

Power Options

(Advanced - Power

Buttons)

Power Button

Suspend/Resume
(Sleep)Button

Lid

Advanced Controls

3 - 24 Battery Information

3

Battery Information

Please follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery.

New Battery

Always completely discharge, then fully charge, a new battery before using it
(see “Battery FAQ” on page 3 - 25 for instructions on how to do this).

Battery Life

Your computer’s battery life is dependent upon many factors, including the
programs you are running, and peripheral devices attached. Power Options
(you may set low battery Alarms and actions, and check the Power Meter
from the Power Options control panel), and settings in the OS will help pro­long the battery life if configured appropriately.



Caution

Danger of explosion if
battery is incorrectly
replaced.

Replace only with the
same or equivalent
type recommended by
the manufacturer. Dis­card used battery ac­cording to the
manufacturer’s in­structions.

Figure 3 - 17

Power Options

(Alarm & Power

Meter)

Advanced Controls

Battery Information 3 - 25

3

Battery life may be shortened through improper maintenance. To optimize the
life and improve its performance, fully discharge and recharge the battery at
least once every 30 days.

We recommend that you do not remove the battery yourself. If you do need to
remove the battery for any reason see “Battery Removal” on page 6 - 3.

Battery FAQ

How do I completely discharge the battery?

Use the computer with battery power until it shuts down due to a low battery.
Don’t turn off the computer by yourself even when you see a message that in­dicates the battery is critically low, just let the computer use up all of the bat­tery power and shut down on its own. Disable the Power Options functions
in the Control Panel, especially any Alarms (unclick the tickboxes - see page

3 - 24) and Schemes (change all the settings to Never - see page 3 - 20). As

the battery nears the end of its life save and close any critical files.

How do I fully charge the battery?

When charging the battery, don’t stop until the LED charging indicator light

changes from orange to green.

How do I maintain the battery?

Completely discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or af­ter about 20 partial discharges.

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Conserving Battery

Power

To conserve battery pow­er:

Lower the brightness lev­el of the LCD display. The
system will decrease LCD
brightness slightly to save
power when it is not pow­ered by the AC adapter.

Close modem or commu­nication applications
when they are not being
used.

Remove any unused PC
Cards from the computer
(PC Cards quickly use up
battery power even if the
system enters sleep
mode).

Disconnect any unneces­sary external devices.

Advanced Controls

3 - 26 Configuring the Infrared Settings for FIR

3

Configuring the Infrared Settings for FIR

You will need to change the settings for the infrared device in the BIOS (see

“I/O Device Configuration (Advanced Menu)” on page 5 - 8) to enable the

FIR setting support.

To configure your computer for Fast Infrared (FIR) communication follow
these steps:

1. Click Start, point to Settings and click Control Panel (or just click Start >
Control Panel).

2. Double-click Wireless Link (Printers and Other Hardware Category) icon.

3. Click Hardware (tab), and click the Properties button, then click the
Advanced (tab).

4. Select “Infrared Transceiver A” and change the Value to “HP HSDL-
2300/3600”.

5. Click OK > OK.

6. Restart the computer if prompted to do so.

For further information, please refer to the manual of the device you wish to
connect.

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Infrared

Communication

The infrared transceiv­er operates on a “Line
of Sight”.

Make sure nothing is
blocking the “Line of
Sight” between your
system’s transceiver
and the destination’s
transceiver.

Drivers & Utilities

Overview 4 - 1

4

Chapter 4: Drivers & Utilities

Overview

This chapter deals with installing the drivers and
utilities essential to the operation or improvement
of some of the computer’s subsystems. The system
takes advantage of some newer hardware compo­nents for which the latest versions of most available
operating systems haven’t built in drivers and utili­ties. Thus, some of the system components won’t
be auto-configured with an appropriate driver or
utility during operating system installation. Instead,
you need to manually install some system-required
drivers and utilities.

• Windows 2000 (with Service Pack 4 included)

• Windows XP Professional & Home Editions

What to Install

The Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual
CD-ROM contains the drivers and utilities neces-

sary for the proper operation of the computer (ex­cept those for optional devices/modules such as -

TV Tuner, Wireless LAN, Bluetooth & PC Cam-
era). Make sure you install the drivers in the order

indicated in Table 4 - 1 on page 4-6.

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Assumption

We assume that you will install all drivers and utili­ties from the built-in CD device and it is assigned to
“Drive D:”. In addition, all file extensions can be
seen [“Navigate (Browse..) to D:” on page 4 - 3].

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Windows XP & 2000 Service Packs

Check the warnings on this page regarding installa­tion of the appropriate Service Pack for your Win-
dows XP OS (if you are unsure of the Service Pack
currently installed see below). Make sure you have
installed the appropriate Service Pack before in­stalling all the drivers if you are using Windows XP.
Make sure that your Windows 2000 version in-

cludes Service Pack 4 on the installation CD.

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*Service Pack Installed

To see which Service Pack is currently installed on
your computer go to the General tab of the System
control panel. Right-click the My Computer icon on
the desktop or in the Start menu (in WinXP only) and
select Properties. The Service Pack currently in­stalled on your system will be listed under the “Sys-
tem:” heading. (If no Service Pack information is
listed, then no Service Pack is installed.)

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Windows XP Service Pack 1/1a

Make sure you install Windows XP Service Pack 1/
1a (or are installing a Windows XP version which in-
cludes Service Pack 1/1a) before installing any
drivers. Service Pack 1/1a includes support for
USB 2.0.

To make sure that support for USB 2.0 is fully en­abled follow the instructions in “Enabling USB 2.0

Support” on page 4 - 12.

Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4

Make sure that your Windows 2000 version in­cludes Service Pack 4 on the installation CD.

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Authorized Driver Message

If you receive a message telling you that the driver
you are installing is not authorized (Digital Signa-

ture Not Found), just click Yes or Continue Any­way to ignore the message and continue the

installation procedure.

You will receive this message in cases where the
driver has been released after the version of Win-
dows you are currently using. All the drivers pro­vided will have already received certification for
Windows.

Version Conflict Message

During driver installation if you encounter any “file
version conflict” message, please click Yes to
choose to keep the existing (newer) version.

RAID Driver Installation

If your purchase includes the optional RAID con­figuration you need to install the RAID driver. Fol­low the procedures as outlined in “RAID

Configuration” on page 7 - 17.

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Navigate (Browse..) to D:

You will notice that many of the instructions for driv­er installation require you to Navigate (Browse) to

D:.

In this case D: is the drive specified for your CD de­vice. Not all computers are setup the same way, and
some computers have the CD listed under a differ­ent drive letter - e.g. if you have two hard drives (or
hard disk partitions) one may be designated as drive
C: and the other as D: In this case the CD device
may be designated as drive E: - Please make sure
you are actually navigating to the correct drive letter
for the CD device.

When you click the Browse (button) after clicking
Run in the Start menu you will see the “Look in:” di­alog box at the top of the Browse window. Click the
scroll button to navigate to My Computer to display
the devices and drive letters.

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Driver Installation

You have a choice of installation methods to install
your drivers.

Silent Install

Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Man­ual CD-ROM and the Drivers Installer applica-

tion will run automatically.

Figure 4 - 1

Drivers Installer

1. Check the driver installation order from the table

Table 4 - 1 on page 4-6 (the drivers must be

installed in this order) which is the same as

that listed in the menu on the left.

2. Click to select the driver you wish to install.

3. Click the Silent Install button.

4. The computer needs to restart after installing a
driver, and you will usually need to click the
“Yes” button when prompted to restart the
computer. If you do not get as prompt to restart
the computer you can use the Reboot button.

5. After installing each driver you can return to the
Drivers Installer screen by either:
Clicking Start (menu) > Run... and navigating
(Browse..) to D:\SETUP.EXE and clicking OK.
OR
Double-clicking the My Computer icon, and
then double-clicking CD icon (WinXP only).

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Driver Install

Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual CD-ROM and select the appropriate driver from
the menu on the left, then click Driver Install (button) and follow the procedures listed in this chapter.

Manual Install

To use the manual install method insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual CD-ROM, then
follow this procedure:

1. Click Start (menu) > Run

...

2. Navigate (Browse..) to D:\Drivers\(driver folder name e.g Audio)\Setup.exe and click OK.

3. Follow the driver install instructions from step 3 (as appropriate for your OS) as listed in the
following pages.

4. Make sure you install the drivers in the order listed in Table 4 - 1 on page 4-6.

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Table 4 - 1 - Installation Order

Feature Windows 2000 Win XP

RAID See “RAID Configuration” on page 7 - 17

Chipset page 4 - 7 page 4 - 12

Audio page 4 - 8 page 4 - 13

Modem page 4 - 8 page 4 - 13

LAN page 4 - 9 page 4 - 14

Video page 4 - 9 page 4 - 14

Hot-Key page 4 - 9 (no Silent Install option) page 4 - 14 (no Silent Install option)

TouchPad page 4 - 10 page 4 - 15

AutoMail page 4 - 10 (no Silent Install option) page 4 - 15 (no Silent Install option)

WLAN See “Wireless LAN Driver Installation (Win2000)” on page 7 - 5 or

“Wireless LAN Driver Installation (WinXP)” on page 7 - 6

Bluetooth See “Bluetooth Driver Installation (Win2000)” on page 7 - 8 or

“Bluetooth Driver Installation (WinXP)” on page 7 - 9

PC Camera See “PC Camera Driver Installation (Win2000/XP)” on page 7 - 12