Sharp Actius PC-MV10, PC - MV10 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 authorityto operate this equipmen t.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to complywith th e limits for a
Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are des ig nedto prov idereasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and c an radiate radio
frequ e nc yenergy and, if not installed and us e d in ac c ordance with the instructions, may
causeharmful interferencetoradio commu nications. Ho weve r, there is no guarantee
that interferencew ill not occur in a particular installation. If this equip me nt doescaus e
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment offand on, the user is enc ouraged to tryto co rrec t the
interfere nceb yone o r more of the f ollowing 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 core for LAN cable is required to insure
compliance with FCC regulation for Class B computing equipment.
®
*AsanENERGYSTAR
meets the ENERGY STAR
Declaration of Conformity
SHARP PERSONAL COMPUTER, PC-MV Series
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions:(1) this device maynot 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
®
guidelines for energy efficiency.
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About the Modem
This equipment complies with Part 68 of FCC rules. On the bottom ofthis
equipmen t 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 teleph one compan y.
The modem jack of this equipment complies with Sub-part F of Part 68 of FCC
rules.
The REN is used to deter mine the quantity of devices which maybe conn ected 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 equipmen t causes harm to the telephone n etwork, the telephone
compan y 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 th e FCC if you believe it necessar y.
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 th is section).
If the trouble is ca using harm to the telephone n etwork, the telephone company
may request you remove the equipment from the network until the pr oblem is
resolved.
The equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone
compan y. Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs. (Contact th e
state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation
commission for information.)
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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
messa ge unless such message clear ly contain s in a margin at the top or bottom of
each tr ansmitted page or on the first page of th e transmission, the date and time it
is sen t and an identification of th e 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 / Modem Model Name: T60H418
FCC ID: MCLT60H418
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful in terference, an d (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 consideration s.
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 complian ce with the
copyright laws of the United States an d 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.sharp-business.com
E-mail address: support@sharp-business.com
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Notice for Users in the UK and Ireland
The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable (moulded) plug
incorporating a 3A fuse. Should the fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or ASTA
approved BS 1362 fuse marked
also indicated on the pin face of the plug must be used.
Always refit the fuse cover after replacing the fuse. Never use the plug without the
fuse cover fitted.
In the unlikelyevent of the socket outlet in your home n ot being compatible with
the plug supplied, cut-off the mains plug and fit an appropr iate type.
DANGER:
The fuse from the cut-off plug should be removed and the cut-off plug destroyed
immediately and disposed of in a safe manner.
Under no circumstances should the cut-off plug be inserted elsewhere into a 13A
socket outlet as a serious electric shock may occur.
To fit an appropriate plug to the mains lead, follow the instructions below:
IMPORTANT:
The wires in th e mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As th e colours of the wires in the mains lead of this product may not correspond
or and of the same rating as above; which is
with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as
follows:
• The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the plug terminal which
is marked N or coloured black.
• The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the plug terminal
which is marked L or coloured red.
Ensure that neither the brown nor the blue wire is connected to the earth terminal
in your three pin plug.
Before replacing the plug cover, make sure that:
• If the new fitted plug contains a fuse, Its value is the same as th at r emoved from
the cut-off plug.
• The cord grip is clamped over the shea th of the mains lead and not simply over
the lead wires.
IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT, CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
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Copyright
Recording and playback of any material may require consent, which SHARP is
unable to give. Please r efer particularly to the pr ovision s of the Copyright Act
1956, the Dramatic and Musical Performers Protection Act 1958, the Performers
Protection Acts 1963 and 1972 and to any subsequent statutory enactments and
orders.
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Notice for Users in Europe
About the Modem
Your Sharp PC-MV series with integral modem has been designed to work with
the analogue PSTN’s in the following countries:
• United Kingdom
• Ireland
• Italy
• Germany
• Switzerland
If you wish to connect the equipment to the PSTN in a country not listed above,
you should contact your equipment supplier for further details.
The modem is not designed for use on a shared service line or a line equipped with
a call waiting facility. If you attempt to use the modem on a telephone lin e with
call waiting, you may experience communication err ors.
To main tain CTR21 network compatibility when used in the above listed countries
the following setting should be observed:
Pulsedialmaynotbeavailableinsomecountries.
Modem Model Name: T60M099
Intended Use
This is a Personal Computer with Modem for the analogue PSTN network which
oper ates in all UK, Irish, Italian, German, Swiss networks which follow the
CTR21 Standard.
If you are in doubt whether your network follows the CTR21, please contact your
dealer or network operator.
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This equipment complies with the requirements of the Directive 1999/5/EC.
Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EU-Richtlinie 1999/5/EG.
Cet appareil est conforme aux exigences de la directive 1999/5/CE.
Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Quest'apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti delle direttiva 1999/5/CE.
Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
Este equipamento obedece às exigências da directiva 1999/5/CE.
Η συσκευη αυτη ανταττοκρινεται στιζ ατταιτησειζ τω ν οδηγια
1999/5/EK
Denna utrustning uppfyller kraven enligt direktiv 1999/5/EC.
Dette udstyr overholder kravene i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Dette produktet oppfyller kravene i direktiv 1999/5/EC.
Tämä laite täyttää dir ektiivi 1999/5/EY.
About the battery
Die gebrauchte Lithiumbatterie bitte gegen Kurzschlus sichern (z.B. durch
Abkleben der beiden Batterie-Pole mit Klebestreifen) und der Verkaufsstelle
zuruckgeben.
Das Produkt enthalt eine Lithiumbatterie. Die gebrauchte Lithiumbatterie bitte
gegen Kurzschlus sichern (z.B. durch Abkleben der beiden Batterie-Pole mit
.
Klebestreifen) und der Verkaufsstelle zuruckgeben.
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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 STROMZUFU HR 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 URKOPPL ING, 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 th is manual, refer all servicing to qualified
personnel. Immediatelyshut 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 th e 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 sen sitive surfaces or your lap a s
the base of this computer will get hot.
Usage
• Never push any objects ofany kind into cabinet openings. Theymaytouch
dangerous voltage points or short parts that could result in fire or electrical
shock.
• Turn off the computer before installing or removing a peripheral device (except
when connecting USB devices, IEEE1394 devices and PC cards).
• Check the AC power cord and power connectors periodically for damage.
Replace the power cord immediatelyif damage is found.
• Never subject your computer to sudden shocks or extreme vibration.
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• Do not drop the computer nor hit it with other equipmen t.
• Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen.
• Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power cord before cleaning.
Battery 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 batter y wh ere 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 con tact with the battery pack.
• Avoid dropping the pack or other violent shock.
• Do not solder anything to the batter y 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
• Stor e the batter y 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
• 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 teleph one line
has been disconnected at the network interface.
• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
• Avoid using the telephone during a lightning storm. Theremay be a remote
risk of electricshock from lightning.
• Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak while in the vicinity of the leak.
Wireless LAN Precautions
• Do not communicate with wireless LAN in specific environment where radio-
susceptible equipments are nearby such as on airplanes, in hospital, etc.
• Do not touch the antennas while communica ting.
• Keep the distance at least 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 ofSHARP Corporation.
SHARP Corporation 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 ofthis material.
SHARP stronglyrecommends that separate permanent written records be kept of all
important data. Data may be lost or altered in v irtually any electronic memory product under
certain circumstances. Therefore, SHARP assumes no responsibility for data lost or
otherwise rendered unusable whether as a result ofimproper use, re pair s, 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, June 2002.
Copyright
© 2002 SHARP Corporation
This document contains or refers to proprietary information which is protected bycopyright.
All rights are reserved. Copying or other reproduction of this document is prohibited without
the prior written permission of SHARP Corporatio n.
Trademarks
Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks, and SpeedStep is a trademark o fIntel
Corporatio n.
IBM is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windo ws, and the Windows Logo are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
WinDVD is a trademark of Inter Video, Inc.
All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks oftheir
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 pr inted 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 theinstructions, 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 upper cases of different typeface.
C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM
Words/Texts on Screen, such as window titles or possible par ameters, are
italicized:
Double-click this icon to displaythe Power Properties window.
SettheitemtoEnabled.
Screens reproduced in th is manual may differ slightly from the screens you see on
your computer.
Section Titles in other parts of this man ual are italicized:
Refer to Installing Battery Pack section of Chapter 1.
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Table of Contents
Notice for Users in USA........................................................................................i
Notice for Users in the UK and Ireland................................................................ iv
Notice for Users in Europe...................................................................................vi
Safety Precautions............................................................................................... ix
About This Manual.............................................................................................xii
Recording Important Information......................................................................xiii
Manual Conven tions.......................................................................................... xiv
Table of Conten ts ............................................................................................... xv
Overview of Computer...................................................................................... xvii
Quick Setup
Installing Battery Pack ......................................................................................1-1
Connecting AC Power.......................................................................................1-2
Setting Up Windows..........................................................................................1-4
Turning Off Your Computer..............................................................................1-7
Basic Operations
Choosing Power Source.....................................................................................2-1
Resetting the System..........................................................................................2-3
Using the Glide Pad...........................................................................................2-4
Usin g the Keyboard...........................................................................................2-6
Using an Optical Drive ...................................................................................... 2-7
Writing Data to CD-R/RW..............................................................................2-10
Watching DVD-ROM Video ...........................................................................2-11
Controllin g Audio...........................................................................................2-15
Adjusting the Display...................................................................................... 2-17
Sharing the Computer (Windows 2000)........................................................... 2-20
Sharing the Computer (Windows XP Professional) .......................................... 2-21
Battery and Power Management
Batter y Pack......................................................................................................3-1
Optional Add-on Battery Pack...........................................................................3-6
Power Management.........................................................................................3-10
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Peripherals
Usin g Peripherals...............................................................................................4-1
Using Option al External FloppyDisk Drive Unit...............................................4-3
Display..............................................................................................................4-6
AudioSystem.....................................................................................................4-7
USB Device.....................................................................................................4-11
PC Card...........................................................................................................4-12
Printer .............................................................................................................4-15
Using IEEE 1394 Devices................................................................................4-16
Communication Functions
Built-in Modem .................................................................................................5-1
LAN unit...........................................................................................................5-6
Wireless LAN....................................................................................................5-9
Setup Utility
Running the Setup Utility ..................................................................................6-1
Main Menu........................................................................................................6-3
Advanced Menu.................................................................................................6-4
Security Menu....................................................................................................6-5
Boot Menu.........................................................................................................6-7
Exit Menu..........................................................................................................6-7
Appendixes
Memory Module...............................................................................................A-1
Installing Weigh t Saver ....................................................................................A-4
Maintenance and Care......................................................................................A-6
Re-in stallation Instructions.............................................................................A-11
Specifications..................................................................................................A-16
Troubleshooting
Index
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Overview of Computer
Each number after an arrow indicates the page r eferring to the part. Actual
appearance of your computer may be slightly different depending on the model.
Front
LCD Screen
Status Indicators
N
Hard Disk
Num Lock
A
Scroll LockOptical Drive
Caps Lock
→2-17
Wireless
LAN
Antennas
→5-9
Power Indicator
→2-1
Battery Indicator
→2-1
Antenna Indicator
→5-9
Power Button
Keyboard
→2-6
Glide Pad
→2-4
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Right
-
Left
Security Slot
→A-9
Optical Drive
→2-7
Ventilation Openings
→ix
LAN Jack
→5-6
Rear
AC Adapter Jack
→1-2
Modem Jack
→5-2
PC Card Slot
→4-12
External Monitor
Port →4-6
Audio Output Jack
(S/PDIF Compliant)
7
→4
Microphone Jack
→4-10
Ventilation Openings
→ix
Volume Control
→2-15
Parallel Port
→4-15
USB Ports
→4-3,4-11,4-15
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S Video Output
Jack →2-13
IEEE1394
Connector
→4-16
Bottom
Reset Switch
→2-3
RESET
Battery Pack
→3-1
Speaker
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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 get your computer up and running as quickly as possible.
Read this chapter first.
Installing Battery Pack
Your computer is powered with either the rechargeable batterypack or AC power.
See the next chapter for more information on power sources. Before using th e
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computer for th e first time:
1. Place the computer upside down.
2. Insert th e batterypack into the computer by matching the projected parts of
the battery to th e notched parts on the computer.
Projected Part
Notched Part
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3. Push the battery pack until you hear the clicking sound.
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4. Turn over your computer and go to the next section.
Connecting AC Power
1. Plug the AC adapter cable to 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 Jack
AC Power Cord
• Always use the AC adapter included with the computer or the optional
one (may not be available in some countries). Using other AC
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.
AC Adapter
To Wall Outlet
• When using the computer for the first time, be sure to connect it to AC
power. If using the battery instead, you may not be able to complete
the Windows setup if the battery does not have enough power.
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4. Slide the displaycover lock lever to th e right until the displaycover releases,
and raise th e cover.
Display Cover Lock Lever
5. Press the power button to turn on your computer.
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Power Indicator
When you turn on the computer, the power indicator ( ) turns green, the
computer goes through a self test to detect any problems, and Windows setup
process starts. See the next page.
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Setting Up Windows
Before starting the setup of Windows, you must select the operating system. There
are two kinds of operating system available: Windows 2000 and Windows XP
Professional. You can choose one of them when starting to use the computer for
the first time.
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If you choose Windows 2000, the setup steps are:
• Accepting license agreement
• Configuring the name ofyou and your organization
• Configuring the setting of your computer within the work group
• Completing configuration
If you choose Windows XP Professional, the setup steps are:
• Configuring your location, language an d keyboard
• Configuring your time zone
• Accepting license agreement
• Naming your computer
• Creating an account
• Completing configuration
To setup Windows, follow the instructions on the screen. See also the Windows
manual. It takes approximately 15-20 minutes to complete the entire setup
process.
• Do not turn off the computer until completing Windows setup. If you
turn it off, you cannot set up Windows later.
• Be sure to connect the computer to AC power. If using the battery
instead, you may not be able to complete the Windows setup if the
battery does not have enough power.
• Do not connect any peripheral devices to your computer unless
Windows setup completes. Otherwise your computer may malfunction.
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• 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 touch pad, press the power
button for more than four seconds to turn off the computer. Be sure
that the battery indicator turns off; then, after more than 10 seconds,
press the power button to turn it on again.
For Users Outside UK
After completing Windows setup, set your date and time. Double-click the time
appearing on the right of the taskbar to open Date/Time Properties (Windows
2000) or Date and Time Properties (Windows XP Professional) dialog box.
Confirm Time Zone is correctly selected, an d set date and time.
For UK Users
After completing Windows setup, double-click README FIRST (for U.K.users)
icon on the desktop and follow the instructions in it to customize the setting
suitable for UK users. Th en set date and time in Date/Time Properties (Windows
2000) or Date and Time Properties (Windows XP Professional) dialog box.
Properties Dialog Box in Windows 2000
In this manual, you will often see the expression “XXX Properties dialog box.” A
dialog box is a win dow containing text boxes, check boxes, button s, etc., with
which you can send commands to Windows or other application pr ograms. To
open the properties dialog boxes, click the Start buttontoopentheStart menu;
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then, select Settings - Control Panel and double-click the XXX icon. Some of the
dialog boxes you will use often are:
• Display
• Phone and Modem Options
• Mouse
• Power Options
• System
Properties Dialog Box in Windows XP Professional
In this manual, you will often see the expression “XXX Properties dialog box.” A
dialog box is a win dow containing text boxes, check boxes, button s, etc., with
which you can send commands to Windows or other application pr ograms.To open
the properties dialog boxes, click start - Control Panel. There are two types of
view for the Control Panel. One is Category view, and the other is Classic view. If
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you select Category view, you can choose the category which may be related to
what you want to do, then, choose your task by clicking it. If Classic view
selected, all the icons appear simultaneously. You can open a property dialog box,
or similar window, for the component or feature represented by that icon, by
double-clicking it.
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Turning Off Your Computer
When you’re finished using your computer, turn it off with the following ways:
• With a power button (Windows 2000)
Before using this way, confirm that Power Off is selected in When I press the
power button on my computer in Advanced tab of Power Options Properties
dialog box.
• With a power button (Windows XP Professional)
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.
• From the Start menu (Windows 2000)
1. From the Start menu, select Shut Down….
2. In the Shut Down Windows dialog box, select Shut down from the pull down
menu, and click OK.
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• From the start menu (Windows XP Professional)
1. Click start – Turn Off Computer.
2. In the Turn off computer dialog box, click Turn Off.
Close the cover to keep the screen and keyboard clean and protected.
If you have not saved a file, a dialog box will appear asking whether you
want to save it.
• Do not turn off or reset the computer while the hard disk indicator,
optical drive indicator, or the indicator on the optional external
floppy disk drive is lit. Doing so may damage or even wipe out the
data.
• 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.
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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:
• AC power from a wall outlet
Use AC power whenever possible; rely on the battery only when AC power is
not available.
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• Rechargeable batter y
Your computer is equipped with a standard battery. You can also use an
optional battery. See Chapter 3 for battery information.
About the Power Indicators
The following indicators showth e power status of your computer.
Indicator Light Meaning
Power On (green) Operating
Blinking (green) In System Standby
Off Powered off or in System Hibernate
Battery On (green) Fullycharged
When Connected
to AC Power
Battery
On (orange) Being charged
Blinking
(orange)
Off Has powerWhen Run by
Blinking (red) Almost completely discharged
In abnormal state. Remove the
battery pack and install it again .
(The warning beep sounds)
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