Sharp Actius PC-GP22W, PC-GP2 Series Operation Manual

Notice for Users in the USA

FCC Statement

WARNING - FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications
to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.

Note: 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:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the distance 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 dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

A shielded I/F cable and included ferrite cores for LAN cable and IEEE 1394 cable
are required to insure compliance with FCC regulation for Class B computing
equipment.

• As an ENERGY STAR

the ENERGY STAR

Declaration of Conformity

SHARP PERSONAL COMPUTER, PC-GP Series
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Responsible Party: SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION

Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135
TEL: 1-800-BE-SHARP

®

Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets

®

guidelines for energy efficiency.

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About the Modem

This equipment complies with Part 68 of FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment
is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and
ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information
must be provided to the telephone company.

The modem jack of this equipment complies with Sub-part F of Part 68 of FCC rules.

The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the
telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not
ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the
RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may
be connected to the line, as determined by the total RENs contact the telephone
company to determine the maximum REN for the calling areas.

If the terminal equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone
company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be
required. But if advance notice isn't practical, the telephone company will notify the
customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a
complaint with the FCC if you believe it necessary.

The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or
procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the
telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the
necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service.

If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact Sharp Electronics Corp.
for repair and (or) warranty information (Refer to the end of this section). If the
trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request
you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved.

The equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone
company. Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs. (Contact the
state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission
for information.)

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to
use a computer or other electronic device, including fax machines, to send any

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message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each
transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent
and an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual sending the
message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other
entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may not be a 900 number or
any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission
charges.) To program this information, refer to the manual of the communication
software.

For Wireless LAN Bundled Model

Wireless LAN Model Name: T60H424
FCC ID: MCLT60H42400

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

Warning

This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and fluorescent lamp containing a small amount
of mercury.
Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations.
For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the
Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org

Copyright

It is the intent of Sharp that this product be used in full compliance with the copyright
laws of the United States and that prior permission be obtained from copyright owners
whenever necessary.

Product Information and Customer Assistance

For Product Information and Customer Assistance:
Call: 1-800-BE-SHARP (237-4277)
Sharp Systems of America
5901 Bolsa Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Home Page: http://www.sharpsystems.com
E-mail address: [e-mail]

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CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DISCONNECT THE AC CORD AND THE
BATTERY BEFORE SERVICING.

CAUTION:

FOR A COMPLETE ELECTRICAL DISCONNECTION, PULL OUT THE MAIN
PLUG AND THE BATTERY.

VORSICHT:

UM DIE STROMZUFUHR VOLLSTÄNDIG ZU UNTERBRECHEN, DEN
NETZSTECKER HERAUSZIEHEN UND DIE BATTERIE ÈNTFERNEN.

ATTENTION:

POUR UN ARRET TOTAL DU SYSTEME, DECONNECTEZ LA PRISE DE
COURANT SECTEUR ET LA BATTERIE.

VARNING:

FÖR TOTAL ELEKTRISK URKOPPLING, KOPPLA UR KONTAKTEN OCH TA
UR BATTERIET.

PRECAUCION:

PARA UNA COMPLETA DESCONEXION ELECTRICA DESENCHUFE LA
CLAVIJA DE LA RED Y LA BATERIA.

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Safety Precautions

General

• Follow all cautions and instructions, which may be marked, on the computer.

• Except as described elsewhere in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified

personnel. Immediately shut off the computer and seek servicing under the
following conditions:

• when the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed

• if liquid has been spilled on the computer

• if the computer has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged

Location

• Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight.

• Try to avoid dusty environments.

• Keep the computer away from any magnetic devices and TVs.

• Keep the computer away from excessive humidity or fluids such as rain, snow,

water spray, juice, coffee, steam, etc.

• Do not move the computer from an extremely cold place to an extremely warm

place. A temperature difference of more than 10°C (18°F) will cause condensation
inside the unit, which may cause damage.

• Do not block or cover slots or openings on the cabinet. These protect the computer

from overheating.

• Care should be exercised when using on heat sensitive surfaces or your lap as the

base of this computer will get hot.

Usage

• Never push any objects of any kind into cabinet openings. They may touch

dangerous voltage points or short parts that could result in fire or electrical shock.

• Turn off the computer before installing or removing any peripheral devices except

when connecting USB devices, IEEE 1394 devices, and PC cards.

• Check the AC power cord and power connectors periodically for damage. Replace

the power cord immediately if damage is found.

• Never subject your computer to sudden shocks or extreme vibration.

• Do not drop the computer nor hit it with other equipment.

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• Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen.

• Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power cord before cleaning.

Battery Pack Precautions

CAUTION

DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED.
REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE RECOMMENDED
BY THE MANUFACTURER. DISCARD USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO
THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS.

Handling

• Never put the battery pack in a fire, as it could explode and cause injury.

• Do not attempt to open or alter the battery pack.

• Do not place the battery where it might get hotter than 60°C (140°F).

• Do not allow metal objects such as jewelry to short across the battery terminals, as

it could heat up and explode.

• Do not allow liquids to come in contact with the battery pack.

• Avoid dropping the pack or other violent shock.

• Do not solder anything to the battery terminals.

Charging

• Charge the battery pack only with the AC adapter included with your computer.

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Discharging

• Do not use the battery pack for any purpose other than powering the computer.

Storage

• Store the battery pack in a cool and dry place. Never allow the temperature to

exceed 60°C (140°F) during storage.

• Recharge the battery pack after storage, before use.

Modem Precautions

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:

• 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.

• Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.

There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

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

• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

• Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically

designed for wet locations.

• Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has

been disconnected at the network interface.

• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

Wireless LAN Precautions

• Do not communicate with wireless LAN in specific environment where radio-

susceptible equipment is nearby such as on airplanes, in hospitals, etc.

• Do not touch the antennas while communicating.

• Keep the distance at least 7.9” (20cm) between the antennas and your body while

communicating.

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About This Manual

Notice

Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a
commitment on the part of SHARP Corporation and its sales subsidiaries.

SHARP Corporation and its sales subsidiaries shall not be liable for technical or editorial
errors or omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting
from the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.

SHARP strongly recommends that separate permanent written records be kept of all important
data. Data may be lost or altered in virtually any electronic memory product under certain
circumstances. Therefore, SHARP assumes no responsibility for data lost or otherwise
rendered unusable whether as a result of improper use, repairs, defects, battery replacement,
use after the specified battery life has expired, or any other causes.

SHARP assumes no responsibility directly or indirectly, for financial losses or claims from
third persons resulting from the use of this product and any of its functions, such as stolen
credit card numbers, the loss of or alteration of stored data, etc.

Edition

1st Edition, October 2002.

Copyright

© 2002 SHARP Corporation
This document contains or refers to proprietary information which is protected by copyright.
All rights are reserved. Copying or other reproduction of this document is prohibited without
the prior written permission of SHARP Corporation.

Trademarks

Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
IBM is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
SD logo is a trademark.
SmartMedia is a registered trademark of Toshiba Corporation.
Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, and the Windows Logo are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.

WinDVD is a registered trademark of InterVideo, Inc.

BAPCo is a registered trademark of the Business Applications Performance Corporation.
MobileMark is a trademark of the Business Applications Performance Corporation.
All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
holders.

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Recording Important Information

For future reference, please record the following information in the spaces provided
below.

Model Number:

Serial Number:

Date of purchase:

Dealer’s Name:

Place of purchase:

Password:

The serial number is printed on a sticker located on the bottom of the computer.

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Manual Conventions

This manual uses a set of style conventions described below.

Notes and Cautions are italicized with icons:

A note icon informs you of a special technique or information that may
help you perform a task or better understand a process.

A caution icon alerts you to something that may cause problems or
damage to hardware, software or data.

Key Labels on the Keyboard, when referred to in the instructions, are shown in
boldface:
Press Enter to continue.

When two or more keys are pressed simultaneously, the key labels are separated by a
plus (+) sign:
Restart your computer by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete.

Sample Entries are shown in lower cases of different typeface.
c:/windows/system

Words/Texts on Screen, such as window titles or possible parameters, are italicized:
Double-click this icon to display the Power Properties window.
Set the item to Enabled.

Screens reproduced in this manual may differ slightly from the screens you see on
your computer.

Section Titles in other parts of this manual are italicized:
Refer to Installing Battery Pack section of Chapter 1.

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Table of Contents

Notice for Users in the USA.......................................................................................i

Safety Precautions .....................................................................................................v

About This Manual.................................................................................................viii

Recording Important Information.............................................................................ix

Manual Conventions..................................................................................................x

Table of Contents......................................................................................................xi

Overview of Computer ...........................................................................................xiii

Quick Setup

Installing a Battery Pack.........................................................................................1-1

Connecting to AC Power Source............................................................................1-3

Setting Up Windows XP.........................................................................................1-5

Turning Off the Computer......................................................................................1-6

Basic Operations

Choosing Power Source..........................................................................................2-1

Resetting the System...............................................................................................2-3

Using the Glide Pad................................................................................................2-4

Using the Keyboard ................................................................................................2-6

Using the Floppy Disk Drive..................................................................................2-7

Using the SD Card Slot...........................................................................................2-9

Using the SmartMedia Card Slot..........................................................................2-12

Using the Optical Drive........................................................................................2-14

Writing Data to CD-R/RW ...................................................................................2-16

Watching DVD-ROM Video................................................................................2-17

Controlling Audio.................................................................................................2-20

Adjusting the Display ...........................................................................................2-21

Sharing the Computer...........................................................................................2-23

Battery and Power Management

Battery Pack............................................................................................................3-1

Power Management ................................................................................................3-7

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Peripherals

Using Peripherals....................................................................................................4-1

Display....................................................................................................................4-3

Audio System .........................................................................................................4-5

USB Device ............................................................................................................4-8

PC Card...................................................................................................................4-9

Printer ...................................................................................................................4-11

IEEE 1394 Device ................................................................................................4-12

Communication Functions

Built-in Modem ......................................................................................................5-1

LAN unit.................................................................................................................5-4

Wireless LAN.........................................................................................................5-6

Network Setup Utility...........................................................................................5-10

Setup Utility

Running the Setup Utility .......................................................................................6-1

Main Menu .............................................................................................................6-3

Advanced Menu......................................................................................................6-4

Security Menu.........................................................................................................6-5

Exit Menu ...............................................................................................................6-7

Appendixes

Memory Module ....................................................................................................A-1

Maintenance and Care ...........................................................................................A-4

Re-installation Instructions..................................................................................A-10

Specifications.......................................................................................................A-14

Troubleshooting

Index

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Overview of Computer

k

Each number after an arrow indicates the page referring to the part. Actual
appearance of your computer may be slightly different depending on the model.

Front

Microphone

LCD Screen
→2-21

Power / Battery
Indicators

→2-2

Speaker

Glide Pad
→2-4

Status Indicators

Optical Drive

Hard Disk Drive

Floppy Disk Drive

A

N

Caps Lock

Num Loc

Antenna
Indicator
→5-6

Power Button
→1-4

Keyboard
→2-6

Scroll Lock

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Right

Left

SmartMedia Card Slot
→2-12

SD Card Slot
→2-9

Ventilation Openings → v

Optical Drive
→2-14

PC Card Slot
→4-9

Floppy Disk Drive
→2-7

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Rear

k

Microphone Jack
→4-7

IEEE1394 Connector
→4-12

LAN Jack
→5-4

S Video Output
Jack

→2-19

AC Adapter Jack
→1-3

Audio Output
Jack (S/PDIF
compliant)

→4-5

Bottom

Modem Jac
→5-2

USB Ports
→4-8

Memory Slot Cover→A-2

Parallel Port
→4-11

Security Slot
→A-8

External Monitor Port
→4-3

Reset Switch
→2-3

Battery Pack →3-1

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CHAPTER 1

Quick Setup

Your computer is designed and pre-configured for easy setup and use. This chapter
describes the steps to set your computer up and running as quickly as possible. Read
this chapter first.

Installing a Battery Pack

Your computer is powered with either the rechargeable battery pack or AC power. See
the next chapter for more information on power sources. Before using the computer

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for the first time:

1. Place the computer upside down.

2. Slide the battery lock lever to the unlocked position(

Battery Lock Lever

).

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3. Insert the battery pack into the computer.

4. Push the battery pack until you hear the clicking sound.

5. Slide the battery lock lever to the locked position (

6. Turn over the computer and go to the next section.

).

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Connecting to AC Power Source

1. Plug the AC adapter cable into the AC adapter jack on the rear side of your
computer.

2. Plug the AC power cord into the AC adapter.

3. Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet.

AC Adapter

AC Adapter Jack

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AC Power Cord

• Always use the AC adapter included with the computer. Using other AC

4. Slide the display cover lock lever to the right until the display cover releases, and
raise the cover.

adapters may damage the computer.

• Always hold the AC power cord by its plug when removing it from the

wall outlet. Never pull on the cord.

• When using the computer for the first time, be sure to operate it on AC
power. On battery power instead, you may not be able to complete the
Windows XP setup if the battery does not have enough power.

Display Cover Lock Lever

To Wall Outlet

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5. Press the power button to turn on your computer.

Power Indicator

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Power Button

When you turn on the computer, the power indicator (
computer goes through a self test to detect any problems, and Windows XP Setup

Wizard starts. See the next page.

) turns green, the

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Setting Up Windows XP

To set up Windows XP, follow the instructions on the screen. See also the Windows
XP quick start guide. It takes approximately 5-10 minutes to complete the entire setup
process. The steps in the setup process are as follows:

• Configuring your location, language and keyboard

• Configuring your time zone

• Accepting license agreement

• Naming your computer

• Creating an account

• Completing configuration

• Do not turn off the computer while completing the Windows XP setup.

• Be sure to connect the computer to AC power source. If the battery is

used and it does not have enough power, you may not be able to
complete the Windows XP setup.

• Do not connect any peripheral devices to the computer until the
Windows XP setup completes. Otherwise it may malfunction.

• If the display turns off, some power management may function. In this
case, press any key to resume your computer from the power
management.

• If you cannot operate the keyboard or the glide pad, press the power
button for more than four seconds to turn off the computer. Be sure that
the power indicator turns off; then, after more than 10 seconds, press
the power button to turn it on again.

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After completing the Windows XP setup:

• Confirm Time Zone is correctly selected and set the date and time by double-

clicking the time appearing on the right of the taskbar to open Date and Time
Properties dialog box.

• Activate the integrated antennas by pressing Fn+F1 keys for Wireless LAN

communication.

Properties Dialog Box on Windows

In this manual, you will often see the expression “XXX Properties dialog box.” The
dialog box is a window containing text boxes, check boxes, buttons, etc., with which
you can send commands to Windows or other applications. To open the properties

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dialog boxes, click start - Control Panel. There are two types of views for the Control
Panel. One is Category View, and the other is Classic View. If you select Category
View, you can choose the category that may be related to what you want to do, then,

choose your task by clicking it. If Classic View is selected, all the icons appear
simultaneously. Each icon represents its component or feature. Double-click the icons
to open their dialog boxes or windows. Some of the dialog boxes you will use often
are:

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• Display

• Phone and Modem Options

• Mouse

• Power Options

• System

Turning Off the Computer

When you’ve finished using your computer, turn it off using one of the following
steps:

• From the start menu

1. Click start - Turn Off Computer.

2. In the Turn off computer dialog box, select Turn Off.

• With the power button

Before using this step, confirm that Shut down is selected in When I press the
power button on my computer in Advanced tab of Power Options Properties

dialog box (found in the Control Panel).

Close the cover to keep the screen and keyboard clean and protected.

If you have not saved the file, a dialog box will appear asking whether
you want to save it.

• Do not turn off or reset the computer when:

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• The hard disk, the floppy disk drive or optical drive indicator is lit.

• The

blinking red.

Otherwise, the data on your computer may be damaged or even wiped
out.

• Before turning it back on, wait at least ten seconds after turning off the
computer. Turning the power off and on in rapid succession can
damage the computer’s electrical circuitry.

indicator or the indicator on the taskbar is green or

CHAPTER 2

Basic Operations

This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer.

Choosing Power Source

You can use the computer with one of the following power sources:

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• AC power from a wall outlet

Use AC power whenever possible; rely on the battery only when AC power is not
available.

• Rechargeable battery

A rechargeable battery pack is supplied with the computer. See Chapter 3 for the
battery information.

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About the Power Indicators

The following indicators show the power status of your computer.

Indicator Light Meaning

Power

Battery

The battery indicator is always off when the computer is turned off and not connected
to AC power.

On (green) Operating
Blinking (green) In System Standby

Off Powered off / in System Hibernate
Connected to
AC Power
Source

Powered by
Battery

• When the battery is hot, the battery indicator may turn off and stay off
until the battery becomes cool. (See Charging the Battery Pack section
of Chapter 3 for more information.)

• For more information on System standby/hibernate, see Chapter 3.

On (green) Fully charged
On (orange) Being charged
Blinking
(orange)
Off Has power

Blinking
(red)

In abnormal state. Remove the battery
pack and install it again. (See Chapter 3)

Almost completely discharged
(The warning beep sounds)

Using the AC Adapter

When connected to a wall outlet, the AC adapter provides power for operation and
charges the battery. The AC input voltage can range from 100 to 240 volts so that you
can use the computer with the appropriate plug adapter.

The AC power cord included with the computer is appropriate for the
voltage used in the area in which you purchased the computer. If you
attempt to connect the computer to a wall outlet in other areas, check the
voltage of the outlet and use an AC power cord appropriate for the outlet.
Consult local service staff if you are not sure.

2-2

Resetting the System

You may need to restart the system if the computer becomes inoperable or after
adding a new hardware or software.

Warm Boot (Software Reset)

If the system is locked up because of a software problem, you can reset or reboot the
system by pressing the Ctrl + Alt + Del keys simultaneously and select Users tab of

Windows Task Manager dialog box. Click Disconnect or Logoff, then, Yes.

Resetting may cause data loss. Use the resetting process only if the
normal Windows XP Shut Down does not work because of software
malfunction. Although resetting will not damage the system, you may lose
the data you are processing.

Power Switch

You can turn off the computer by pressing the power button if you encounter

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hardware or software problems locking up the system. In this case, press the power
button for more than four seconds.

Reset Switch

If you cannot turn off the computer with the power button, you can use the reset
switch on the bottom of your computer. To reset the system, insert a narrow object
into the small hole to press the switch.

Reset Switch

2-3

Using the Glide Pad

Your computer is equipped with an integrated pointing device called glide pad. By
moving the pointer with the glide pad, you can select an item from a menu, and
perform other tasks in the same way you would with a mouse.

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Glide Pad

• Do not hit or scratch the surface of the glide pad with pointed objects
(such as a ballpoint pen).

• Do not operate the glide pad with a moist finger. This may cause the
glide pad to operate incorrectly.

Using the Glide Pad

Take a moment to become familiar with how the glide pad works.

Place Your Fingertip

Place your left or right hand next to the glide pad, resting your wrist naturally in a
relaxed manner. Place your thumb or finger on the glide pad.

Move Your Fingertip

The rectangular pad of the glide pad acts like a miniature duplicate of the display. As
you slide your fingertip across the pad, the pointer on the screen moves in the same
direction across the screen. The glide pad is very sensitive, so you do not have to exert
much pressure on the pad. The glide pad responds to a light touch from your fingertip.

2-4

Click, Double-click, and Right-click

To click or double-click, you can use the left button just like that of a mouse. Instead
of clicking the left button, you can also just tap gently anywhere on the rectangular
pad. For right-clicking, you must use the right button.

Drag and Drop

You can move icons or windows by using “drag and drop” below:

1. Position the pointer over the object.

2. Press the left button; do not release it.

3. Holding down the button, move the pointer. The object moves together with the
pointer.

4. Release the button when the object reaches its destination.

Or you can tap the pad twice instead of pressing the left button in step 2.

Scroll

You can scroll through information in a list or in a document by using the glide pad.
To view information vertically, place your finger on the most right part of the glide
pad and slide your finger up and down. To view horizontally, place your finger on the
bottom part of the glide pad and slide your finger to the left or the right. This
procedure works only in limited applications.

Changing the Configuration

In the Mouse Properties dialog box, you can change the configuration of the glide
pad, such as swapping left and right buttons, changing the pointer size, etc. Double­click

icon on the taskbar to open the Mouse Properties dialog box.

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2-5

Using the Keyboard

Your computer, equipped with the Windows enhanced keyboard, provides all the
functionality of a full-sized desktop keyboard.

Special Keys

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Windows Key

Application Key

System Function Keys

When pressed together with the Fn key, function keys set specific system parameters.
This combination is sometimes referred to as “hot keys”.

Fn + F1

Fn + F3

Fn + F4

Fn + F5

Fn + F6

Fn + F7

Fn + F8

Fn + F10

Fn + F11

Fn + F12

Turns the wireless LAN antenna on and off

Decreases the audio volume

Increases the audio volume

Rotates display mode between the LCD only, an external monitor
only, and both (when connecting an external monitor)

Decreases the LCD screen brightness

Increases the LCD screen brightness

Maximizes the LCD screen brightness
Returns to the previous status by pressing them again

Stops the battery warning beep (This key combination does not
work for Windows battery warning beep)

Turns the LCD screen on and off

Forces the computer into System standby/System hibernate/Shut
down
(See Power Management of Chapter 3 for more information.)

Opens the Windows start menu.

Opens an application-specific short-cut menu
equivalent to right-clicking.

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Using the Floppy Disk Drive

You can use a double-density (2DD) 720KB or high-density (2HD) 1.44MB floppy
disk.

Handling Floppy Disks

• Do not open the shutter and touch the disk inside; otherwise, you will not be able to

read or write data from/to the disk.

• Do not place floppy disks near magnets or heat source, in direct sunlight or in a

dusty place, etc.

• Never subject floppy disks to sudden shocks or extreme vibration. Do not drop or

bend them, or place heavy objects on them.

• Do not spill liquid onto floppy disks.

Inserting and Removing a Floppy Disk

Inserting

Hold the floppy disk with the arrow facing up and towards the drive. Slide the disk
into the drive until it locks into place. When the disk is correctly inserted, the eject
button pops out.

Label Facing Up

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• Always insert a floppy disk straight into the floppy disk drive.

• When inserting a disk, make sure it is not upside down.

• Do not use excessive force when inserting a floppy disk. If you have

difficulty inserting or removing it, seek the assistance of an authorized
service technician.

• Do not touch the disk while reading/writing data. It may cause
malfunction of the computer and the drive.

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Ejecting

Before removing the floppy disk, make sure the floppy disk drive
indicator is not lit.

Press the eject button firmly. The disk pops out slightly. Remove it and store it
properly.

Eject Button

Floppy Disk
Drive Indicator

Formatting a Floppy Disk

1. Make sure the floppy disk is not write-protected, and insert it into the floppy disk
drive.

2. Click start - My Computer.

3. Right-click 3 ½ Floppy (A:) icon; then, click Format…. from the pop-up menu.

4. Select the appropriate formatting options.

5. Click Start to start formatting.

• When you format a floppy disk, all data previously stored on the disk is
lost.

• You cannot format a double-density (2DD) 720KB floppy disk.

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Using the SD Card Slot

Your computer is equipped with a SD card slot. Available card sizes are 16MB to
512MB. Before inserting a SD memory card into the slot, refer to its manual.

• You cannot read/write any copy-protected data from/into a SD memory
card with built-in copyright protection technology compliant with the
SDMI specification.

• Never remove the
may misjudge the timing in accessing/ejecting the card.

• Make sure to log on the computer as a member of the Computer
administrators group. Otherwise you cannot remove the card safely and
correctly.

Inserting a SD Memory Card

• You can insert a SD memory card without turning off the computer.

• Make sure to unlock the write protect switch on the SD memory card

when you write data into the card. Refer to the manual of the SD
memory card for more information about the write protect switch.

/ indicators from the taskbar. Otherwise, you

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Insert a SD memory card into the slot with the SD logo face up and the notched part
backward until it locks into place. When the card inserted correctly, the
on the taskbar turns to green and it is ready for reading or writing.

Notched Part

SD Logo Facing Up

Make sure to insert the card with the SD logo face up and the notched
part backward. Otherwise, the card and the computer may be damaged.

SD Card Slot

indicator

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If the dialog box asking you What do you want Windows to do? appears, select the
task you want.

The

Off (black and white) No card in the slot or able to eject the card
On (colored) Able to access the card (Never eject the card.)
Blinking (red) Reading or writing the data from/into the card

Ejecting a SD Memory Card

indicator status:

Light Meaning

(Never eject the card.)

• Do not remove the card nor turn off the computer when the

1. Click start – My computer.

2. Right-click the icon of SD/MMC; then, Eject. The
lights off.

3. Push the card into the computer until you hear the clicking sound. It pops out
slightly.

indicator on the taskbar is green or blinking red. Otherwise, the SD
memory card or the data may be damaged.

• Be sure to follow the instructions below when ejecting a SD memory

card. Otherwise, the system may not work properly.

indicator on the taskbar

Confirm that the indicator lights off (black and white) before ejecting the
SD memory card.

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4. Gently pull out the card.

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Using the SmartMedia Card Slot

Your computer is equipped with a SmartMedia card slot accommodating a 3.3V
SmartMedia card. Available card sizes are 4MB to 128MB. Before inserting the card
into the slot, refer to its manual.

• Your computer supports only a 3.3V SmartMdia card. You cannot use a
5V card with your computer.

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• Never remove the
may misjudge the timing in accessing/ejecting the card.

• Make sure to log on the computer as a member of the Computer
administrators group. Otherwise you cannot remove the card safely and
correctly.

Inserting a SmartMedia Card

You can insert a SmartMedia card without turning off the computer.

Insert a SmartMedia card into the slot with the notched part set frontward. When the

/ indicators from the taskbar. Otherwise, you

card is inserted correctly, the
for reading or writing.

SmartMedia Card Slot

Make sure to insert the card with the notched part forward. Otherwise,
the card and the computer may be damaged.

The indicator status:

indicator on the taskbar turns to green and it is ready

Notched Part

Light Meaning
Off (black and white) No card in the slot or able to eject the card
On (colored) Able to access the card (Never eject the card.)
Blinking (red) Reading or writing the data from/into the card

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(Never eject the card.)

If the dialog box asking you What do you want Windows to do? appears, select the
task you want.

Ejecting a SmartMedia Card

• Do not remove the card nor turn off the computer when the

1. Click start – My computer.

2. Right-click the icon of SmartMedia; then, Eject. The
lights off.

3. Push the card into the computer. It slightly pops out.

indicator on the taskbar is green or blinking red. Otherwise, the smart
media card or the data stored on it may be damaged.

• Be sure to follow the instructions below when ejecting a SmartMedia

card. Otherwise, the system may not work properly.

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indicator on the taskbar

Confirm that the indicator lights off (black and white) before ejecting the
SmartMedia card.

4. Gently pull out the card.

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Using the Optical Drive

With the optical drive, you can read data from CD and write data into CD-R/RW.
Furthermore, you can enjoy a movie etc, with the DVD-ROM disk.

CAUTION FOR LASER

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Handling Disks

• Do not write on either side of the disk, particularly the non-label side. Data is read

from the non-label side. Do not mark this surface.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Maximum output and wavelength of the laser: 85mW, 795nm(CD-R/RW)
6mW,668nm(DVD-ROM)

CLASS 1LASERPRODUCT

LASER KLASSE 1

• Keep your disks away from direct sunlight, heat and excessive moisture.

• Always hold the disks by the edges. Fingerprints, dirt or water on the disks can

cause noise or mistracking. If a disk is dirty or does not play properly, clean it with
a soft, dry cloth, wiping straight out from the center, along the radius.

Inserting a Disk

1. Make sure the optical drive indicator is not lit on; then, press the eject button.
The drive tray opens slightly.

Optical Drive Indicator

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Eject Button

2. Gently pull out the tray.

3. Place your disk, label side up, onto the tray and slightly press the center of the

disk until it locks into place.

4. Gently push the tray back into the computer.

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• Do not leave the tray pulled out. Also, avoid touching the lens in the
tray. If the lens becomes dirty, the disk may malfunction.

• Do not wipe the lens with materials with rough surface (such as paper
towels). Instead, use a cotton swab to gently wipe the lens.

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Removing a Disk

1. Make sure the optical drive indicator is not lit and press the eject button. The
optical drive tray opens slightly.

2. Gently pull out the tray.

3. Remove the disk from the tray by holding its edge.

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4. Gently push the tray back into the computer.

Make sure the optical drive indicator is not lit or blinking before pressing
the eject button.

Writing Data to CD-R/RW

You can use a CD-R or a CD-RW disk to write data on. CD-RW is an erasable disk
onto which you can write data and from which you can erase data. CD-R is non­erasable disk onto which you can write data only once. If free space remains, you can
add data until the disk is full.

To write data, run the application called Drag’n Drop CD installed with your
computer. See the online help of Drag’n Drop CD for the details.
To run the application, click start – All Programs - Drag’n Drop CD - Drag’n Drop

CD.

Before writing to CD-R/RW, follow the instructions below:

• Connect the AC adapter. If the battery is discharged, writing to the
disk will be stopped and the write process will fail.

• Disable the power management. See Power Management of
Chapter 3.

• Close any applications which are unnecessary for writing, or will
start automatically when the computer is turned on.

• Disable the screen saver.

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Watching DVD-ROM Video

You can enjoy watching DVD-ROM video on your computer using the application
called Win DVD. See online help of Win DVD for more details.
To run the application, click start – All Programs – InterVideo WinDVD4 - InterVideo
WinDVD4.

• Before watching DVD-ROM video, follow the instructions below:

• Connect the AC adapter. If the battery is discharged, the operation

will stop.

• Disable the power management. See Power Management of
Chapter 3.

• Close any applications that are unnecessary.

• 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
and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is
prohibited.
(Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216;,
4,819,098 and 4,907,093 licensed for limited viewing uses only.)

Make sure to remove the DVD-ROM disk from the drive when you finish
watching it. If you turn off the computer with the disk left in the drive, the
drive may not be recognized when the computer is turned on again.

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Changing Region Code

Each DVD-ROM disk has a region code which prevents playback of the disk in
certain regions. The region code appears on the top of the disk.

When shipped from the factory, your DVD-ROM drive is set to a region code
applicable to your area (may not be available in some areas).

Your DVD drive region code can be changed. Code change is limited.
Once the limit is reached, it cannot be changed any more.
To confirm the limit, click Region tab of Setup dialog box and check
bottom line in the window. (Refer to Using Parental Control section on
the next page to open the Setup dialog box.)

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Available region codes are:

Region Code Area

1 U.S.A, Canada, U.S. Territories
2 Europe, South Africa, Middle East, Japan
3 Southeast Asia, East Asia(including Hong Kong)

4 Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Central

America, Mexico, South America

5 Former Soviet Union, Indian Subcontinent, Africa
6 China

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To change the region code:

1. Insert a DVD-ROM disk into the drive.
If the region code of your disk is different from that of your DVD-ROM drive,
Confirm Region dialog box appears.

2. The region code currently selected is checked in the left box. Region code of
your disk is checked in the right box. If you want to change the drive code and
play your disk, click OK.

On some DVD-ROM disks, plural region codes are selectable in the
right box of Confirm Region dialog box. Carefully choose an
appropriate code.

Using Parental Control

If you want to set the parental control to prevent your children from watching an
inappropriate movie, follow the steps below:

1. Click subpanel button (

). A subpanel menu appears.

2. Click one of the listed subpanels. The selected subpanel opens.

3. Click

icon at the lower right of the panel. Setup dialog box appears.

4. Click Set Password button in Parental Playback Control section of Preferences
tab.

5. Set your password. See online help of WinDVD for more details.

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Subpanel Button

Displaying Video on Your TV Set

You can connect a television set with S-Video input to your computer and enjoy DVD
video on a big display.

• Before connecting the television set, disconnect the external monitor.

• Connect the computer and the television set directly. Otherwise, the

Connecting a TV Set

1. Turn off the computer and the television set.

2. Connect the television set to your computer.

screen may be distorted.

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Audio Output Jack

Stereo Mini Plug

3. Turn on the computer and the television set.

4. Right-click somewhere on the Windows desktop and click Properties from the

S Video Output Jack

To S Video
Input Jack

To Audio Input Jacks:

White Plug to Left
Red Plug to Right

pop-up menu. Display Properties dialog box opens.

5. Click Settings tab - Advanced button - Utility Manager tab; then, select Driver
Mode Settings icon.

6. Set Primary of Driver mode to TV and click OK twice.

If TV option does not appear in Primary field, uncheck the box of Auto.

7. If you can see the screen image on the television set, click Yes.

8. Click OK and close the Display Properties dialog box.

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Disconnecting a TV Set

1. Turn off the computer and the television set.

2. Disconnect the television set from your computer.

• Before disconnecting the television set, be sure to turn off the computer

and the television set.

• After disconnecting the television set, set back the display property

following the steps 4 to 5 in Connecting a TV Set section.

Enjoying Dolby Digital Audio

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Your computer is Dolby Digital compliant. With Dolby Digital compliant audio
equipment or headphones, you will have an audio output similar to a big theater.
Follow the steps below. (Refer to Audio System of Chapter 4 for connection.)

1. In Setup dialog box, click Audio tab. (Refer to the steps in Using Parental
Control section to open the Setup dialog box.)

2. Select Digital (S/PDIF) out to External Processor, then, click OK.

WinDVD is equipped with Dolby Headphone

enjoy Dolby sound just by connecting normal headphones. To set this
function, follow the steps below:

1. Connect your headphones to the computer and click the
subpanel button (

2. Select Headphones from the Listen on pull-down menu.

3. Click OFF button to enable Dolby Headphone. It turns ON.

Refer to the online help of WinDVD for more information.

) and Audio Mode.

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properties. You can

Controlling Audio

You can control the output volume of your computer with one of the following steps.

With the keyboard

Press Fn and F3 keys simultaneously to decrease the output volume.
Press Fn and F4 keys simultaneously to increase the output volume.

This operation also adjusts the Windows volume control below. For example, if you
press Fn + F3 keys, the volume level in Windows will decrease, too.

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On Windows

1. Click start - Control Panel.

2. Click Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices; then, Sounds and Audio Devices. If
Classic view is selected, double-click Sounds and Audio Devices icon.

3. In Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box, slide the lever to control the
output volume.

4. Click OK and close the dialog box; then the Control Panel window.

Check the box of Place volume icon in the taskbar in the step 3. Next time
you find the speaker symbol on the taskbar, and it is easy to control the
volume.

If you want to control the output volume of each source individually:

1. Click start - Control Panel.

2. Click Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices; then, Sounds and Audio Devices. If
Classic view is selected, double-click Sounds and Audio Devices icon.

3. In Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box, click Advanced… button of

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Device volume section.

4. Slide the lever of the source that you want to control.

5. Close the dialog box, then; click OK and close the Control Panel window.

If you control:

Wave  Controlling the volume of CD/DVD or WAVE file

SW Synth  Controlling the volume of MIDI file

Adjusting the Display

You can adjust the brightness, resolution, and number of colors of the internal LCD
display.

Changing Brightness of Display

Press Fn and F6 keys simultaneously to decrease the brightness of the display.
Press Fn and F7 keys simultaneously to increase the brightness of the display.
Press Fn and F8 keys simultaneously to maximize the brightness of the display.
To return the previous brightness, press them again.

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Changing Resolution and Number of Colors

When shipped, your computer is set to the default resolution and color. The default
resolution is 1024 x 768 at 64K colors. To change the resolution and the number of
colors, follow the instructions below:

1. Right-click anywhere on the Windows desktop, except icons or folders.

2. Select Properties from the pop-up menu.

3. In the Display Properties dialog box, select Settings tab.

4. Select the number of the colors in Color quality, and select the resolution in
Screen resolution. Refer to the table below for possible resolution and colors.

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5. Click OK. If the Monitor Setting dialog box appears, click Yes.

Resolutions and Colors you can choose

Resolution

800 x 600 64K

1024 x 768 64K

1280 x 1024

1600 x 1200

1920 x 1440

2048 x 1536

(*1)

On the internal LCD screen, the number of colors in this mode is made using a

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(*2)

(*2)

(*2)

Number of Colors

(*1)

(*1)

16M

16M

64K

16M

64K

16M

64K

16M

64K

16M

(*2)

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Dithering algorithm.

Can be chosen for an external monitor only when it is capable of the listed

resolution modes. Cannot be set when displaying only on the LCD monitor and
on both of the LCD and the external monitor simultaneously.

• You cannot switch to a display resolution and number of colors that are not

available.

• In the Color quality, Medium (16 bit) means 65,536 (64K) colors, and
Highest (32 bit) means about 16,770,000 (16M) colors.

• If you select Highest, drawing speed may be delayed.

Changing Wallpaper and Setting Screen Saver

You can enjoy various desktop patterns or screen savers.

Changing Wallpaper

1. In the Display Properties dialog box, select Desktop tab.

2. Select appropriate wallpaper listed in Background field.

3. Click OK.

Setting Screen Saver

1. In the Display Properties dialog box, select Screen Saver tab.

2. Select an appropriate screen saver from the pull-down menu in Screen saver
field and set time when screen saver starts.

3. Click OK.

Sharing the Computer

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If you are sharing the computer with your colleagues or family members, set a user
account for each person. Every user can choose his/her favorite desktop setting, web
site lists, or make his/her own My Documents folder etc., and save them to his/her user
account. When you turn on the computer, select your user account.

Set a New User Account

1. Click start - Control Panel.

2. Click User Accounts. If Classic view is selected, double-click User Accounts
icon.

3. Click Create a new account string.

4. Type a name for the new account and click Next.

5. Select the account type; then, click Create Account. If you have selected a

Limited account, then that user account has limits for using the computer. See
Help and Support Center in start menu for more details.

6. Close the User Accounts dialog box; then, the Control Panel window.

If more than one user accounts are set to the computer, you must select which user
account you will log in when you turn on the computer.

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Log off the Computer

“Log off” is useful because you do not have to turn off the computer when you finish
your task and pass the computer to another person. There are two ways to log off the
computer; Switch User and Log Off.

If you select Switch User, you can pass the computer to another person without
closing your current applications. For example, if you are viewing a Web site, and
your colleague needs to open a program on the computer, use Switch User. You can
then view the same Web site by just switching back to your account after your

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colleague finishes with the computer.

If you select Log Off, the system will close all your session and you need to save your
files before logging off the computer.

1. Click start - Log Off.

2. Select Switch User or Log Off. If you select Log Off, the dialog box, which asks
you to save your data may appear.

3. Select another account to start Windows XP again.

If you cannot see Switch User in Log Off Windows dialog box, click
Change the way users log on or off in User Accounts dialog box, and
check Use Fast User Switching and click Apply Options.

Set Password to User Account

You can set a password to each user account to avoid unauthorized use of your
computer. Once you set the password, you need to enter it when you log on to your
account. If you loose the password, you cannot start the computer with that user
account, so unnecessary password setting can cause trouble in starting the system.

Setting Password

1. Click start - Control Panel.

2. Click User Accounts. If Classic view is selected, double-click User Accounts
icon.

3. Select the account you want to set a password to. You will only have this option
if you log onto the computer as a member of the Computer administrators group.

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If you log on the computer with a limited user account, skip this step. (You
cannot set a password to another user account.)

4. Select Create a password string.

• If the password has been already set, Create a password will not

appear.

• Only the members of the Computer administrators group can set a
password to another user account.

5. Type a new password.

6. Type the new password again to confirm it.

7. If necessary, type a password hints word to remember the password you set.

8. Click Create Password.

9. Close the User Accounts dialog box; then, the Control Panel window.

Changing Password

1. Follow the steps 1-2 on Setting Password section.

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2. Select the account you want to change, if you log on to the computer as a
member of the Computer administrators group. If you log on the computer with
a limited account, skip this step. (You cannot change the password for another
user account.)

3. Select Change my password string or Change the password string.

• If the password has not been set yet, Change my password or Change
the password will not appear.

• Only the members of the Computer administrators group can change
the password of another user account.

4. Type the current password. If you are changing another user’s password, skip
this step.

5. Type a new password.

6. Type the new password again to confirm it.

7. If necessary, type a password hints word to remember the password you set.

8. Click Change Password.

9. Close the User Accounts dialog box; then, the Control Panel window.

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Deleting Password

1. Follow the steps 1-2 on Setting Password.

2. Select the account you want to delete, if you log on to the computer as a member
of the Computer administrators group. If you log on the computer with a limited
account, skip this step. (You cannot delete the password of another user
account.)

3. Select Remove my password string or Remove the password string.

• If the password has not been set yet, Remove my password or Remove
the password will not appear.

• Only a member of the Computer administrators group can delete the
password of another user account.

4. Type your password and click Remove Password. If you log on the computer as
a member of the Computer administrators group and want to delete the password
of another user account, just click Remove Password.

5. Close the User Accounts dialog box; then, the Control Panel window.

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CHAPTER 3

Battery and Power Management

This chapter explains how to manage the computer’s power effectively and use the
battery pack.

In this section, you often see the expression “Power Options Properties
dialog box”. To open the dialog box:

1. Click start - Control Panel.

2. Click Performance and Maintenance - Power Options in
Category view or double-click Power Options icon in Classic
view.

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Battery Pack

When not connected to an external power source, your computer operates with the
rechargeable battery pack. The duration of the battery life may be longer if the
computer’s power management is active. See the next section for power management.

To keep the battery life long:

• Condition the battery pack if the actual remaining power in your battery is less than

what Windows Power Meter indicates. (See Conditioning the Battery Pack section
in this chapter.)

• Turn off your computer when you are not using it.

• The duration of the battery depends on the computer usage. Using

applications, which heavily use the optical drive or external
peripherals, will result in shorter battery life.

• When using the computer for several hours with battery packs, enable
power management and set System hibernate. Refer to the Power
Management section in this chapter.

• When the battery has not been charged, your computer may not operate

properly. Connect the AC power to charge the battery.

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Charging the Battery Pack

1. Connect the AC adapter to the computer. While the battery is being charged, the
battery status indicator lights orange.

2. When the battery is fully charged, the battery status indicator turns green.
Charging time may vary according to the status of the computer.

• Battery status indicator may turn off even while the battery pack is
being charged. This is either because the battery pack is hot or else the

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system power consumption is very high due to using the optical drive
or CPU-intensive application, and the charging stops temporarily.
When the battery becomes cool or the system power consumption
becomes lower, the charging will start and the battery status indicator
will turn on again.

• The battery pack may not be installed correctly if the battery status
indicator blinks orange. In this case, turn off the computer, remove the
AC adapter and the battery pack; then, install the battery pack and
connect the AC adapter again. If the battery status indicator still blinks
orange, ask your local dealer for assistance.

• When the battery pack is hot (for example, after a long usage), it may
take longer to be fully charged.

Checking the Battery Level

You can check the battery level by pointing to the battery or AC plug icon on the
taskbar, or double-clicking the icon to open the Power Meter dialog box. If the battery
is fully charged, remaining capacity level will not appear even if you point the icon.

If you cannot see the battery or AC plug icon, follow the instructions below:

1. In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Advanced tab.

2. Check Always show icon on the taskbar and click OK.

3. Close the Control Panel window.

• The remaining operating time depends on the power you are
consuming. If you are using the audio system, hard disk drive, any of
the PC, SD and smart media card slots, any peripherals, floppy disk or
optical disk, your computer may consume more battery life.

• If the actual remaining power in your battery is less than what
Windows Power Meter indicates, you should condition the battery pack
as per the procedure on Conditioning the Battery Pack section in this
chapter.

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Low Battery Indication

When the battery power becomes significantly low (under 10%), the battery indicator

) blinks red, the warning beep sounds. Save your data and turn off the computer,

(

or connect the computer to AC power immediately. Otherwise, the computer will be
shut down and the data may be lost. To stop the warning beep sound, press Fn + F10.

Battery Indicator

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On Windows XP, the alarm will tell you when the battery drops to the specified level
by sounding an alarm or displaying a message, and let your computer go on System
standby/hibernate or shut down automatically.

To set Windows battery alarm:

1. In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Alarms tab.

2. Set the battery level at which the alarms are activated. We recommend you set
Critical battery alarm to 5 % or more and Low battery alarm to more than the
value of Critical battery alarm.

3. Set the Alarm Action… to the appropriate settings.

4. Click OK twice.

5. Close the Control Panel window.

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Conditioning the Battery Pack

You need to condition the battery pack when the actual remaining power in your
battery is less than what Windows Power Meter indicates, or you buy a new battery
pack.

1. Make sure the computer is turned off. Connect the computer to AC power and

wait until the battery is fully charged. The battery status indicator turns orange
first; then, turns to green when the battery pack is fully charged.

2. Turn on the computer.

3. When the message <F2> to enter System Configuration Utility appears, press F2

to open the Setup Utility.

4. Disconnect the AC adapter, and leave the computer on until the battery is

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completely discharged and the system shuts down automatically.

5. Connect the computer to AC power and let the battery fully charged again.

6. Turn on the computer and follow the steps 3 to 5 again.

7. Restart the computer. The conditioning process is complete.

Do not connect the computer to a wall outlet while discharging the
battery. The conditioning will be cancelled.

Changing the Battery Pack

The capacity of a battery pack gradually decreases when used repeatedly (the
deterioration rate depends on the operating environment). If the battery life becomes
extremely short even after the conditioning, you should buy a new battery pack. Ask
your local dealer for a new battery pack.

When you replace the battery pack with a new one:

1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from the computer.

2. Close the display cover and turn over the computer on a flat place.

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3. Slide the battery lock lever to the unlocked position ( ).

Battery Lock Lever

4. Slide the battery release lever to the unlocked position (

out the battery pack slightly.

5. Lift up the battery pack and remove it from the computer.

Battery Release Lever

) and hold it; then, pull

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6. Insert a new battery pack into the computer.

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7. Push the battery pack until you hear the clicking sound.

8. Set the battery lock lever to the locked position (

).

9. Turn over the computer and it’s ready to use.

Battery Lock Lever

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Power Management

Power management saves electricity and extends battery life by controlling power
supply to built-in devices. You can set the following power management properties on
Windows XP.

• Stopping power supply to the hard disk

• Stopping power supply to the display

• Using System standby/System hibernate

To open Power Options Properties dialog box, click start – Control Panel, and click
Performance and Maintenance; then, Power Options. If Classic view is selected,
double-click Power Options icon.

Note that the power management may not seem to function when you are
using an application program that accesses the hard disk periodically.

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Stopping Power Supply to the Hard Disk

1. In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Power Schemes tab.

2. Set Turn off hard disks to an appropriate value, and click OK.

3. Close the Control Panel window.

Stopping Power Supply to the Display

This procedure is also effective for a connected external monitor complying
with power management.

1. In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Power Schemes tab.

2. Set Turn off monitor to an appropriate value, and click OK.

3. Close the Control Panel window.

Using System Standby/Hibernate

System standby/hibernate is a very useful power management tool. For example, after
your computer has entered System standby mode, you can restart your computer more
quickly when compared to a restart, after a normal shutdown operation. When your
computer resumes from System standby/hibernate, the system restores the exact last

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state of the computer. In Windows XP, you can define System standby or System
hibernate the system enters under what conditions.

• System standby stores the current condition of the computer in RAM and stops

power supply to all but a few essential components. Your system enters and
resumes from System standby per the conditions mentioned later. In System
standby, the power indicator or the battery power indicator blinks green. To resume
from System standby, operate the computer again.

• System hibernate saves the current condition of the computer in an area of the hard

disk and turns off the computer. Your system enters and resumes from System
hibernate per the conditions mentioned later. In System hibernate, the power
indicator or the battery power indicator turns off. To resume from System

hibernate, press the power button.

When entering/resuming from System standby/hibernate, follow the
instructions below:

• Finish communications, printing, and playing music or video before
entering System standby/hibernate.

• Do not operate the computer or peripheral devices, or
connect/disconnect peripheral devices, while entering/resuming from

System standby/hibernate.

• While operating with a battery, the computer may not resume from

System standby/hibernate if the battery capacity is not enough. In this
case, connect the AC adapter to your computer.

• Save your data before your computer enters System standby. If the
power supply to the computer is stopped, the RAM contents will be lost.

• Select your user account if Windows requires when the computer has
resumed from System standby/hibernate.

• Disable Wireless LAN function.

Supporting System Hibernate

If your battery becomes completely discharged during System standby,
you will lose unsaved data and will need to reboot your computer.
Therefore, if you are planning to leave your computer powered by battery
for long periods of time, we recommend System hibernate.

Confirm that System hibernate is supported with the following steps.

1. In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Hibernate tab.

2. Confirm Enable hibernation is checked in Hibernate field.

3. Click OK.

4. Close the Control Panel window.

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Set Timer to Enter System Standby/Hibernate Automatically

Your computer will enter System standby/hibernate automatically when the specified
time has passed without any operation. To set the time:

1. In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Power Schemes tab.

2. From the pull-down menu in System standby or System hibernates, select the
time after which the computer will enter System standby/hibernate.

3. Click OK.

4. Close the Control Panel window.

Entering System Standby/Hibernate

Your computer enters System standby/hibernate in one of the following cases:

• You select Stand By or Hibernate(which replaces Stand By when you press Shift

key) in the Turn off computer dialog box. To open the dialog box, click start –
Turn Off Computer.

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• The specified time in System standby or System hibernates in Power Schemes tab

of Power Options Properties dialog box has passed without any operation. (See the
previous section.)

• The screen cover is closed.

The above functions if you perform the following:

1. In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Advanced tab.

2. Select Hibernate or Stand by in When I close the lid of my portable computer.

3. Click OK.

4. Close the Control Panel window.

• You press the power button.

The above functions if you perform the following:

1. In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Advanced tab.

2. Select Hibernate or Stand by in When I press the power button on my
computer.

3. Click OK.

4. Close the Control Panel window.

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• You press Fn + F12.

The above functions if you perform the following:

1. In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Advanced tab.

2. Select Hibernate or Stand by in When I press the sleep button on my
computer.

3. Click OK.

4. Close the Control Panel window.

If Ask me what to do is selected in the step 2 of You press the power
button or You press Fn + F12, the Turn off computer dialog box will

appear when you press the power button or Fn + F12 key combination.
You can select System standby or System hibernate at that timing.

• The battery level is low.

The above functions if you set the alarm in Windows XP. See Low Battery

Indication in this chapter.

Disabling Power Management

1. In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Power Schemes tab.

2. Set Turn off monitor, Turn off hard disks, System standby, and System hibernates
to Never, and click OK.

3. Close the Control Panel window.

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CHAPTER 4

Peripherals

This chapter describes how to use peripheral devices with your computer. You can
connect a printer, external monitor, or other devices to your computer. To ensure
proper use, be sure to read the instructions for each peripheral device before
connecting it to your computer.

Using Peripherals

You can use the peripheral devices shown on the next page. For the details, refer to
the section explaining each device, or contact your dealer.

• Be sure to turn off the computer and the peripheral devices before
connecting them (except when connecting USB devices, IEEE1394
devices or inserting a PC card).

• Confirm the peripheral device you will connect is Windows XP
compatible.

• Some devices have to be turned on after the computer is turned on.

• Some devices require that you install their drivers before use.

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Audio Equipment
(S/PDIF compliant)

Peripheral Connection Overview

PC Card

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IEEE 1394

Microphone

Device

USB Devices

External Monitor

Printer

Video Equipment with
S Video connector

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Display

You can use an external monitor with your computer. To display images on both
displays simultaneously, use the 1024x768 resolution.

• Some monitors, which are not compatible with your computer, may not
display correctly.

• In this section, you often see the expression “Display Properties dialog
box.” To open the dialog box, right-click somewhere on the Windows
desktop and select Properties from the pop-up menu.

Connecting an External Monitor

1. Turn off the computer and the external monitor.

2. Connect the computer and the external monitor. If the cable has screws, be sure
to tighten them.

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External Monitor Port

Screw

3. Turn on the external monitor; then, the computer.

Disconnecting an External Monitor

1. Turn off the computer and the external monitor.

2. Loosen the screws of the monitor cable if it has, and remove the cable from the
computer and the monitor.

Displaying on an External Monitor

To display the image on an external monitor, you may need to install the driver for the
external monitor. Before using the external monitor, refer to the manual included with
the external monitor.

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Switching the Display

1. In the Display Properties dialog box, select Settings tab; then, click Advanced
button.

2. Select Utility Manager tab; then, Driver Mode Settings icon.

3. Select the appropriate mode in Driver mode pull-down menu.

• If your options do not appear in the menu, uncheck the box of Auto.

• When displaying on the LCD monitor:

4. Click OK; then, follow the instructions shown on the screen.

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Set Driver mode to Single and Primary to LCD.

• When displaying on the external monitor:

Set Driver mode to Single and Primary to VGA.

• When displaying on both monitors simultaneously:

Set Driver mode to Mirror.

• You can also switch the display with Fn+F5.

• While playing video or animation, you may not be able to switch the

display.

• When displaying on both of the LCD monitor and the external monitor
simultaneously, the external monitor should be capable for displaying

in 1024
images on the external monitor properly.

• To change the resolution and colors, refer to Adjusting the Display of
Chapter 2.

×

768 resolution or more. Otherwise, you may not display

Displaying the image dividedly on the LCD and an External monitor

To display the image separately on the LCD and the external monitor, use the
Multimonitor function.

1. Follow the steps 1 and 2 in Switching the Display section.

2. Select Multimonitor from Driver mode pull-down menu; click OK, then, Yes.

• If your options do not appear in the menu, uncheck the box of Auto.

• To exit the Mmultimonitor mode, select Single or Mirror from the

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Driver mode menu.

Audio System

You can output sound to speakers, audio equipment or a headphone.

Connecting Speakers

You can connect stereo speakers with an amplifier to the audio output jack on the rear
side of the computer.

Audio Output Jack

Stereo Mini Plug

Speakers with an Amplifier

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Connecting Digital Audio Equipment

The audio output jack of the computer is compliant with S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital
Interface). You can connect a S/PDIF compliant audio equipment to the computer and
output/record the sound.

Audio Output Jack

Stereo Mini Plug

When recording sound with an audio equipment:

• Use AC adapter for the computer and the digital audio equipment.

• Exit other application programs.

S/PDIF Compliant Optical Audio Cable

S/PDIF Compliant
Audio Equipment

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• Disable Windows power management.

(R)

A

• Do not enter System standby/hibernate.

• Do not operate the computer.

• Use the digital audio equipment compliant with sampling rate of 48kHz.

• Sound may not be recorded correctly if you use the synchronized

recording system of the digital audio equipment.

Connecting Analog Audio Equipment

Audio Output Jack

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Stereo Mini Plug

You can adjust the output volume on Windows XP by double-clicking the
speaker icon on the taskbar or use Fn + F3 or F4 keys combination.

Connecting Headphone

Use headphones with an impedance of more than 8Ω (32Ω is recommended).

udio Output Jack

White

(L)

Red

Stereo Mini Plug

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Connecting a Microphone

You can input sound using an external microphone connected to the microphone jack.
Use an electret condenser microphone with an impedance of 2.2kΩ and an allowable
voltage of 2.5V.

Microphone Jack

Mini Plug

To record sound:

1. Click start; then, point All Programs – Accessories – Entertainment.

2. Click Sound Recorder.

3. See Help for Sound Recorder for more information.

When the recording level is low;

1. Double-click speaker symbol on the taskbar.

2. In the Volume Control dialog box, select Properties from Options

menu.

3. Check Recording in Adjust volume for section, then, click OK.

4. In the Recording Control dialog box, select Advanced Controls
from Options menu. Advanced button appears in Microphone
field.

5. Click Advanced button and check the box of 1 Mic Boost in Other
Controls section.

6. Click Close button.

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USB Device

Your computer has an interface called Universal Serial Bus (USB) and its four USB
ports supporting USB 1.1 and USB 2.0. With a USB connection, you can connect/
disconnect peripherals to/from the ports without turning off the computer. Generally,
when you connect a device to the computer, the necessary driver will be installed
automatically. See also the manuals of peripheral devices supporting USB.

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When a new device is correctly connected to the computer, the
appropriate driver is automatically installed. If the driver is not installed
correctly, you will see the message in the lower right of the screen. In this
case, install the driver by following the instructions on the screen.

USB Ports

To remove USB devices, you may need to perform the following before you remove
them:

1. Click Safely Remove Hardware icon (
icon, click
Step 3.

2. Click on Safely remove xxxxxxx string you want to removre (xxxxxxx is the name
of the USB device); then, Safe To Remove Hardware dialog appears.

3. Remove the USB cable from the computer.

When you click on the string for the SD card slot and the SmartMedia
card slot, shown by Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device- Drives
(X:,X:), a warning message appears and you cannot remove the slots. (X
is a drive letter of the SD card slot or the SmartMedia card slot. Confirm
the drive letters of the both slots by opening My Computer window.)

to show all kinds of icons. If the icon does not appear, go to

) on the taskbar. If you cannot find the

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PC Card

Your computer is equipped with a PC card (PCMCIA) slot, which can accommodate a
Type II or a CardBus compliant card. You can insert/eject a PC card without turning
off the computer. Before inserting a PC card into your computer, refer to its manual.

Inserting a PC Card

When a new card is correctly inserted, the appropriate driver is
automatically installed. If the driver is not installed correctly, you will
see the message in the lower right of the screen. In this case, install the
PC card driver by following the instructions on the screen.

1. Confirm the PC card eject button is inside the computer cabinet. If the button is
not inside the computer cabinet, push it back into the computer.

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Eject Button

2. Insert a PC card into the slot with the label face up until it locks into place.

Label Face Up

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If the dialog box asking you What do you want Windows to do? appears, select the
task you want.

Ejecting a PC Card

• Some PC cards may become hot after long use.

• Be sure to follow the instructions below when ejecting a PC card.

Otherwise, the system may not work properly.

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1. Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon (
the icon, click

2. Click on Safely remove xxxxx string. (xxxxx is the name of your PC card); then,
Safe To Remove Hardware dialog appears.

3. Push the PC card eject button so that it pops out from the side of the computer.

Eject Button

4. Push the eject button and remove the PC card.

to show all kinds of icons.

) on the taskbar. If you cannot find

5. Push the PC card eject button all the way inside the cabinet for safekeeping.

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Printer

You can connect a printer to either of the parallel port or the USB port.

Before using a printer, read the printer manual and install the printer
driver.

Connecting to the Parallel Port

1. Turn off the computer and the printer.

2. Connect the computer and the printer with the printer cable. If the connector has
screws, tighten them.

Parallel Port

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Screw

3. Turn on the printer; then, computer.

Printer Cable

Connecting to the USB Port

Be sure to read the printer manual before connecting the USB printer to
the computer. Some printer may not use New Hardware Find wizard to
install the printer driver.

You can connect the USB printer to the computer without turning off the computer.

USB Ports

USB Cable

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IEEE1394 Device

You can connect the IEEE 1394 devices to the IEEE1394 port on the rear side of the
computer. The IEEE 1394 is a digital interface for handling digital video, digital audio
and other data in two directions between devices, and for controlling other
equipments.

IEEE1394 Port

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When two or more IEEE 1394 compatible devices are connected to the computer in a
daisy chain, operations and data transactions are possible with not only the equipment
that is directly connected, but also with other devices via the directly connected
device.

• Confirm the IEEE 1394 device you will connect is Windows XP
compatible.

• Use AC power for the computer and the IEEE 1394 device especially
when reading/writing the data.

• Some IEEE 1394 devices require that you install drivers before use.

Connecting IEEE 1394 Device

• Attach the provided core to the DV (IEEE1394) cable to insure
compliance with requirements of EMC regulations for computing
equipment.

• You need not turn off the computer before connecting the device.

• Be sure to read the manuals of the IEEE 1394 device before connecting

it to the computer.

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1. Attach the provided core to one end of your DV (IEEE1394) cable. Insert the
cable into the core and put the cable around the core; then, close the core until it
clicks.

2. Connect the core end of the DV cable into the IEEE 1394 connector of the
computer and the other end into the DV connector of the IEEE 1394 device.

IEEE 1394 connector

Core

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To IEEE 1394 Compliant
Device

DV Cable

3. Install the driver according to the instructions on the screen. Generally when you
connect the device to the computer, the necessary driver will be installed
automatically.

4. Start the appropriate application for handling your data.

Disconnecting IEEE 1394 Device

1. Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon ( ) on the taskbar. If you cannot find
the icon, click
Step 3.

to show all kinds of icons. If the icon does not appear, go to

2. If the name of your device appears, click on Safely remove xxxxx string (xxxx is
the name of your IEEE 1394 device.); then, Safe To Remove Hardware dialog
appears.

3. Remove the DV cable from the computer.

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CHAPTER 5

Communication Functions

This chapter explains how to use the built-in modem and the LAN unit.

Built-in Modem

You can use the built-in modem for data transfer and fax communication.

• To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger

telecommunication line cord.

• The built-in modem on your computer is designed only for regular
analog telephone lines. The modem may be damaged when connected
to a digital ISDN terminal or a digital PBX.

• Use TA (terminal adapter) to connect the built-in modem to a digital
telephone line.

• If an unusual device is attached to the line you are connecting to, the
modem may not function properly. Remove the device or contact the
dealer of the device.

• Before connecting to a PBX, consult the PBX maintenance staff or its
service company. If the electric characteristics of your PBX are
different from those of a regular analog line, the modem will not
function properly. If you connect the modem to a digital PBX, both the
modem and the PBX may be damaged.

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Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line

1. Turn off your computer.

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2. Connect the core end of the included modem cable to the modem jack (with

mark) on the rear side of the computer. Connect the other end of the modem
cable to the telephone line.

Core

To Telephone Line

Modem
Jack

Modem Cable

Be sure not to insert into the LAN jack (with

both the modem cable and the LAN jack.

mark). It may damage

3. Turn on the computer.

Connect the modem to the telephone line directly. Do not use a
distributor or allotter.

Configuring the Modem

You may have already configured your modem during Windows XP Setup process.
Otherwise, make the necessary adjustments as shown below.

Modem Configuration

When you use the modem first time, you must type your location’s information.

1. Click start - Control Panel.

2. Click Printers and Other Hardware; then, Phone and Modem Options. If Classic
view is selected, double-click Phone and Modem Options icon.

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3. In Location Information dialog box, select your country, type your area code, etc.,
and select your dial type; then, click OK twice.

4. Close the Control Panel window.

Next time you click or double-click Phone and Modem Options, Phone and Modem
Options dialog box appears. You can find the information you set in the steps on the
previous page by double-clicking the location name of Dialing Rules tab.
You can change the settings or make a new location by clicking Edit … or New ….

Internet Connection

Windows XP has a special Internet Connection Wizard to help you to connect to the
Internet with ease. Click start – Control Panel. Click Network and Internet

Connections; then, Network Connections. If Classic view is selected, double-click
Network Connections icon. In Network Connections dialog box, click Create a new
connection of Network Tasks. When the New Connection Wizard dialog box appears,

follow the instructions on the screen. If you plan on connecting to the Internet by
using the modem to dial an Internet Service Provider (ISP), have your account
information and dial-up number ready before you begin the wizard. Once you set your
connection, you can see or edit the connection status by double-clicking the icon
appearing on Dial-up of Network Connections dialog box.

Power Management

To use the communication software, you may have to disable power management. See
Disabling Power Management of Chapter 3.

• See also the manual or online help of the software you are using.

• Within the communications software you are using, set the COM port

of the built-in modem to COM3.

• Do not enter System standby/hibernate while using communication
software.

• The communication speed may vary depending on the traffic, local
telecommunications infrastructure, and ISP (Internet Service Provider)
infrastructure.

• Before commencing with fax communication, it is recommended that
you exit other application programs.

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LAN unit

You can connect to a LAN (Local Area Network) with the 100 Base-TX/10 Base-T
LAN unit on your computer. To activate the LAN unit, perform the following steps.

Use a category 3 or a category 5 LAN cable when connecting to 10
BASE-T LAN, and the category 5 when connecting to 100 BASE-TX LAN.

Connect your computer to LAN

1. Turn off the computer.

2. Attach the provided core to one end of your LAN cable. Insert the cable into the
core and put the core around your LAN cable; then, close the core until it clicks.

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Core

3. Remove the cover of the LAN jack on the rear side of your computer.

LAN Jack

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4. Connect the core end of the LAN cable into the LAN jack (with

connect the other end of the LAN cable into the network hub.

LAN Jack

To Network Hub

LAN Cable

Do not insert into the LAN cable to the modem jack (with

will damage the LAN cable and the modem jack.

5. Turn on the computer.

6. Click start - Control Panel.

7. Click Network and Internet Connections; then, Network Connections. If Classic

mark) and

mark). It

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view is selected, double-click Network Connections icon. Set the network setting
according to the instruction of your network administrator.

Attach the provided core to your LAN cable to insure compliance with
requirements of EMC regulations for computing equipment.

If you cannot access the network,

1. Click start - Control Panel.

2. Click Performance and Maintenance; then, System. If Classic view is selected,
double-click System icon.

3. Click Hardware tab; then, Device Manager button.

4. Double-click Network adapters, then, SiS 900-Based PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter.

5. Click Advanced tab, and select Media Type in Property and select an appropriate
value in Value.

6. Click OK and close the Device Manager window.

7. Click OK.

8. Close the Control Panel window.

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Wireless LAN

Your computer has an integrated wireless LAN function compliant with IEEE

802.11b standard. You can access the network by the wireless LAN.

See the attached specification sheet to confirm your computer has a built-in wireless
LAN function.

There are two kinds of wireless networks: a network using an access point and a peer­to-peer wireless network. You can connect your computer to a wired LAN or the
Internet through an access point that is also compliant with IEEE 802.11b standard.
Peer-to-peer wireless network consists of a number of computers each equipped with
wireless networking interface. Each computer can communicate directly with other
wireless enabled computers.

The range to give reliable performance and the quality of connection
vary depending on the environment where you perform.

To communicate through wireless LAN, activate the integrated antennas with the

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following steps.

Activate Antennas

You can enable/disable the antennas by pressing Fn +F1 key combination. When the
antenna indicator (
is off, they are disabled.

) lights green, the antennas are enabled. When the indicator light

Antenna Indicator

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Connecting to the Internet via an Access Point

You can connect your computer to the Internet or a wired network via an access point
supporting IEEE 802.11b. Refer to the manual of the access point or consult your
network administrator if you are not sure.

Communicating with Other Computers

• Confirm each computer is enabled for wireless LAN first.

• Make sure to log on the computer as a member of the Computer

1. Click start – Control Panel.

2. Click Network and Internet Connections – Network Connections. If Classic view

is selected, double-click Network Connections.

3. Select Wireless Network Connection; then, click Change settings of this

connection of Network Tasks.

administrators group. Otherwise, you cannot set or change some
settings for wireless LAN.

4. Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) in This connection uses the following

items.

5. In Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box, select Use the following IP

address and set a unique IP address to 192.168.1.2 through 192.168.1.254 and
the Subnet mask to 255.255.255.0; then, click OK.

• The IP address of each computer should be unique.

• The Default gateway can be blank.

6. Click Wireless Networks tab; then, click Advanced button in the lower right of the

dialog box. Advanced dialog box appears.

7. Select Computer-to-computer (ad hoc) networks only; then, click Close button.

8. Click Add… button in Preferred networks of Wireless Network Connection

Properties dialog box.

9. Type a name of the network in Network name (SSID) field of Wireless Network

Properties dialog box.

Confirm your computer and other computers are connecting to the same
network.

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10. Click OK twice; then, close the Control Panel.

11. Set the name of your computer and workgroup for the communication.

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To communicate with other wireless enabled computers, set the computer
name and the workgroup name. The computer name should be unique
and the workgroup name should be same as others.

Confirming the Status of the Wireless Connection

Before performing the following instructions, confirm the devices that you want to
communicate with are enabled for wireless LAN.

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1. Click Wireless Network Connection icon (
cannot find the icon click
Network dialog box appears. If Wireless Network Connection Status dialog box
appears, go to Step 4.

2. Select a network you want to access in Available networks in Connect to

Wireless Network dialog box; then, click Connect button.

When the network name you want to access does not appear, click

Advanced tab; then, Refresh button of Available networks in Wireless
Network Connection Properties dialog box; then, click OK.

3. Click Wireless Network Connection icon (

4. In Wireless Network Connection Status dialog box, confirm your connection
status.

• The number of green signals (

more signals light on, the better quality is given to the computer.

• When the quality of connection is poor, adjust the distance between the
computer and other devices or the access point you are communicating
with and/or the facing direction of the computer.

to show all kinds of icon. Connect to Wireless

or ) on the taskbar. If you

) on the taskbar.

) shows the connection quality. The

Connecting the WEP configured network

Wireless communication has security issues. Some networks are configured with
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) keys or encryption keys to protect the transmitted
data. To connect into the network configured with WEP keys, follow the steps below.

1. Right-click Wireless Network Connection icon (
View Available Wireless Networks string.

2. Select the network you want to connect from Available networks of Connect to
Wireless Network dialog box.

3. Type the encryption key set to the network in Network key field and click
Connect button.

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) on the taskbar and click

• When you select a network that is not configured for encryption

settings in the step 2, the Network key field is grayed and you do not
have to enter the key characters.

• When the key index of your computer is different from that of the
network, you cannot access the network. Set the same key index with
the following steps.

1. Open the Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box.
(Refer to the steps in Communicating with Other Computer
section.)

2. Select the network you want to access in Preferred networks section
and click Properties button.

3. Confirm the box of Data encryption (WEP enabled) is checked and
the box of The key is provided for me automatically is unchecked,
then, set the key index.

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Network Setup Utility

With the Network Setup Utility, you can set up your specific network settings
adjusted for your environments such as work, home, etc. and select the appropriate
one to the environment. You can also change the network settings.

• Not every setting item can be stored.

• The Network Setup Utility may not compliant with all network

Loading Network Settings

To set your specific network settings, confirm that your computer is connected into
the network and has the proper settings for your current environment and follow the
instructions below.

1. Click start – All Programs – SHARP Network Setup Utility – SHARP Network

Setup Utility.

environments.

2. Click OK.

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3. Click Set, select SHARP icon or Windows icon, then, Select icon button.

4. Select an icon and click OK. Type a network name, then, click OK. The selected
icon appears in the Network Setup Utility window.

Switching Network

To switch the network set above, confirm your computer is ready to connect into the
network and follow the instructions below.

1. Click start – All Programs – SHARP Network Setup Utility – SHARP Network
Setup Utility.

2. Click OK.

3. Select the appropriate network icon in the Network Setup Utility window.

It takes a moment to load the network settings.

4. Click OK.

• Make sure your computer is connected to the proper environment.

• If your hardware or software configuration has been changed, you may

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not be able to switch to the network properly. In this case, you may
need to reconfigure the settings.

Changing Network Settings

To change the loaded network settings, right-click on the icon you want to change the
settings in the Network Setup Utility window and click Edit settings in the pop-up
menu. Then, edit the settings.

Deleting Network

To delete the loaded network settings, right-click on the icon you want to delete in the
Network Setup Utility window and click Delete setting in the pop-up menu. Then,
click OK.

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CHAPTER 6

Setup Utility

This chapter describes how to run the Setup Utility to change settings on your
computer.

Running the Setup Utility

With the Setup Utility, you can customize the system configuration information, such
as time and date, port assignments, or passwords. The information you have specified
is saved in a special area called CMOS RAM, which the system reads every time you
turn on the computer. Your computer is shipped from the factory with the appropriate
setting of the Setup Utility. Leave it as default in normal use.

Contents of the Setup Utility

The Setup Utility consists of four menu pages, as follows:

• Main: Configures basic setting

• Advanced: Configures device interface (I/O ports, etc.)

• Security: Sets Passwords

• Exit: Exits the Setup Utility or returns to the default values

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Entering and Exiting the Setup Utility

1. Turn on the computer.

2. When <F2> to enter System Configuration Utility appears, press F2. The Setup
Utility opens.

3. Set the settings to the appropriate ones. Refer to the next section.

4. Select Exit menu; then press Enter.

5. Select one of the exit methods, and press Enter.

6. Confirm the message and press Enter again. The system restarts.

Changing the setting of the Setup Utility

To change the settings:

1. Use → or ← key to select the menu; then press Enter.

2. Use ↑or ↓ key to select the item.

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If the item has

Press Enter to enable or disable the item.
enabled. Mark means disabled.

If the item has no mark (except Date and Time of Main menu and Set Password
of Security menu):

1. Press Enter to open the sub menu.

2. Use Tab key to highlight the value; then use ↑ or ↓ key to select the
value. The value with • is being selected.

3. Use Tab key to highlight OK; then press Enter.

To set Date and Time:

1. Press Enter.

2. Use arrow keys to highlight the value; then use minus key or space bar to
change the value.

3. Use arrow keys to highlight OK; then press Enter.

To set Set Password: see Security Menu in this chapter.

or :

mark means the item is

3. Close the Setup Utility according to the steps above.

When the Setup Utility is opened, power management does not work. Do
not close the display cover.

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Main Menu

Date and Time defines the system date and time. Use arrow keys to select the value,
and minus key or space bar to change value.

Hard Disk Type shows the type of the hard disk of your computer. Press Enter to
show the details. Leave it as default in normal use.

Boot Sequence specifies where the system boots from. Press Enter to open the sub
menu. The system boots from the drive selected in 1st Boot Device. If the system
cannot find the drive, it will boot from the drive selected in 2nd Boot Device; then, the
drive selected in 3rd Boot Device.

Internal Numlock defines whether Fn +NumLk key combination always works or
not. If you will use the keypad area of the external keyboard only, set it to Disabled.

Hot Key Beep defines whether the beep sounds when Fn +F5-F8, F10-F12 keys
simultaneously pressed.

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Advanced Menu

LPT Port sets the printer port, selecting the base I/O address and IRQ. Disabled
means that you cannot use the port. Mode can be selected from Bi-Directional, ECP
(Extended Capabilities Port mode), EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port mode) or Output
Only.

Internal Pointing Device enables or disables the built-in glide pad.

Shared Video Memory defines the size for the video memory which will be shared

with the extended memory.

TV SYSTEM switches TV type between PAL and NTSC.

Battery Low Warning Beep enables or disables the beep sound when the battery

remaining capacity becomes extremely low (this item does not work for Windows
battery alarm).

LAN Boot defines whether the system boots from the PXE server when the integrated
LAN is activated.

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Wake On LAN defines whether the system resumes from System Standby when the
LAN unit of the computer becomes active.

Wake On Ring defines whether the system resumes from System Standby when the
built-in modem receives a call.

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Security Menu

Set Password defines the password (up to eight characters). See the next section
about the password setting.

If you lose your password, you will be unable to access the computer or
change the configuration. Make sure to select a password you will never
forget, or write it down and protect it in a secure place. Otherwise, you
will have to contact your dealer for assistance.

Hard Disk Virus Protect defines whether the boot sector of the hard disk is write­protected. When formatting the hard disk or reinstalling software, set it to disabled.

Password

Setting a password will protect your computer against unauthorized access. When a
password is set, the system requires the password when entering the Setup Utility.
And if Password On Boot is enabled, the system will require a password when the
computer is turned on. Refer to the next section.

If you enter a wrong password three times, the message “System will be
shut down” appears. Press Enter to shut down the computer, and after 10
seconds, press the power button to turn it on again.

Setting the Password

1. In the Security menu of the Setup Utility, select Set Password and press Enter.

2. Type your password (up to eight characters), and press Enter.

3. Type the same password again, and press Enter.

4. If you want the password required when booting, confirm Password On Boot is

marked with

5. Use Tab key to highlight OK and press Enter.

6. Select Exit menu and confirm Exit Saving Changes is highlighted; then press
Enter.

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7. Confirm OK is highlighted and press Enter. The system restarts.

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Changing the Password

1. In the Security menu of the Setup Utility, select Set Password and press Enter.

2. Type your current password, and press Enter.

3. Type your new password, and press Enter.

4. Type your new password again, and press Enter.

5. If you want the password required when booting, confirm Password On Boot is

marked with

6. Use Tab key to highlight OK and press Enter.

7. Select Exit menu and confirm Exit Saving Changes is highlighted; then press
Enter.

8. Confirm OK is highlighted and press Enter. The system restarts.

Deleting the Password

1. In the Security menu of the Setup Utility, select Set Password and press Enter.

2. Type your current password, and press Enter.

3. Without typing any characters, press Enter.

4. Press Enter twice.

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5. Select Exit menu and confirm Exit Saving Changes is highlighted; then press
Enter.

6. Confirm OK is highlighted and press Enter. The system restarts.

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Exit Menu

Exit Saving Changes saves the settings you have changed and exits the Setup Utility.

Exit Discarding Changes exits the Setup Utility without saving the settings you have

changed.

Load Setup Defaults returns the values of all items to the default. To exit, select one
of the above items.

Discard Changes returns the values of all items to the values you last saved. To exit,
select one of the above two items.

Save Changes saves the settings you have changed. To exit, select one of the above
two items.

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Appendixes

The appendixes contain additional information on the use and care of your computer.

Memory Module

Default memory size of your computer is 512MB. You can expand the memory size
up to 768MB by replacing the 256 MB memory module installed in the socket with a
512MB memory module. For the available memory module type, ask your local
dealer.

Installing a Memory Module

• Do not handle the memory module where static electricity is easily

generated such as on the carpet.

• Before installing the memory module, carefully discharge static

electricity from your body by touching an unpainted metal area.

• Avoid touching the integrated circuits on a memory module. Handle all

components by the edges.

• Keep the memory module in the anti-static wrapping until you are

ready to install it.

1. Turn off the computer, and disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery
pack and peripheral devices. See Chapter 3 for removing the battery.

• Make sure to turn off your computer and remove the AC adapter.

Otherwise you may get an electrical shock.

• After a long usage of the computer, the temperature inside the

computer may be hot. Wait until it becomes cool.

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2. Loosen two screws and remove the memory slot cover.

Screw

Memory Slot Cover

3. Turn over the sheet, uninstall the 256MB memory module (refer to Uninstalling
the Memory Module section) and align the 512MB memory module as shown

below, matching the notched part of the module with the projected part of the
memory socket of the computer.

Sheet

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4. Press the memory module softly to place it into the memory socket, matching the
notched parts of the module with the projected parts of the memory socket, until
you hear the clicking sound.

Notched Part

Notched Part

Projected Part

Memory Module

20°

Memory Socket

Projected Part

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5. Replace the sheet and the memory slot cover to the computer matching the

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projected parts of the cover with the notched parts of the computer.

Pro

ected Part

Notched Part

6. Tighten the screws.

Screws

7. Replace the battery pack, turn over the computer and connect the AC adapter.

8. Turn on the computer and check the memory size by clicking start – My
computer – View system information of System Tasks. Your memory size will
appear at the bottom of the sentence. Share video memory size will not be
included with the value.

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Uninstalling the Memory Module

1. Follow steps 1-2 of Installing the Memory Module and turn over the sheet.

2. Slightly bend the two latches outward until the memory module is released.

3. Remove the memory module and follow steps 5-8 of Installing the Memory
Module.

Maintenance and Care

This section provides you with information on how to maintain the computer in
excellent working condition.

Replacing Backup Battery

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• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment
manufacturer.

• Discard used batteries according to manufacturer’s instructions.

Your computer is equipped with a backup battery, which will keep the information of
the Setup Utility, etc safe. If you see the message Press F1 to Continue, Del to Load
CMOS default, replace the backup battery with a new one. You can purchase a new
backup battery from your local dealer.

1. Turn off the computer, and remove the AC adapter, the battery pack and
peripheral devices. See Chapter 3 for removing the battery.

Make sure to turn off your computer and remove the AC adapter and the
battery pack. Otherwise the computer may malfunction.

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2. Loosen the screw and remove it.

3. Lift up the cover softly and place it next to the socket.

Screw

Cover

Make sure to gently remove the cover, not with great force. The backup
battery connected with the computer by the cable is attached to the back
of the cover.

4. Unplug the cable pulling in a straight line from the computer.

Connector

Make sure to hold the part as near to the connector of the cable as
possible when pulling out the cable.

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5. Remove the backup battery out of the cover by pulling it out in the arrow
direction.

6. Set a new backup battery into the cover.

7. Connect the cables of the battery to the computer.

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Connector

Cables

Projected Part

Notched Part

Black Cable

Red Cable

Make sure to connect the cables with the projected part and the notched
part of the cable connector face up. Otherwise, the computer and the
battery may be damaged.

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8. Replace the backup battery box cover to the computer.

9. Tighten the screw.

Cover

Screw

10. Insert the battery pack and turn over the computer.

11. Connect the AC adapter and turn on the computer.

12. If you see the message Press F1 to Continue, Del to Load CMOS defaults, press
Delete key. The system starts.

13. Double-click the time appearing on the right of the taskbar.

14. Set the time and date in Date and Time Properties dialog box and click OK.

15. Close the dialog box.

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