Sharp Actius PC-UM30W, PC-UM Series Operation Manual

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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 equipmen t.

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 residen tial ins tall a tion. Thi s e qui pme nt g ene rat es, us es an d c an ra di a te ra dio fr equ en cy energy and, if not in s tall ed an d u sed i n a cc ordance with th e i ns truc tion s, may cau se harmful in te rfe ren ce to r adi o comm u ni ca tion s. H ow ev er, th ere is no g uaran te e th at interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful in ter fe rence t o r adio or t elev i sion rec ep tion, w hi ch ca n b e d ete rm ined by tu rning the equipme nt of f and on, t he us er is e nc our ag e d to t ry to c or rec t t he in t erfe re nc e by on e or more o f the f oll owing m easures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the distance be tween the equipment and receiv er.

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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

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receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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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.

* As an ENERGY STAR

the ENERGY STAR

Declaration of Conformity

Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets

guidelines for energy efficiency.

SHARP PERSONAL COMPUTER, P C- UM Ser ies This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:(1) this device may not cause har mful inter ference, and (2) th is 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

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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 caus es harm to the telephon e 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.)

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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 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 / Modem Model Name: 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 interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

T60H418

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

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: 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

1-800-BE-SHARP (237-4277)

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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.

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

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

when the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed

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if liquid has been spilled on the computer

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

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Location

Do not expose the computer to direct sunlig ht.

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Try to avoid dusty environments.

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Keep the computer away from any magnetic devices and TVs.

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

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water spray, juice, coffee, steam, etc. Do not move the computer from an extremely cold place to an extremely warm

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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

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from overheating. Care should be exercised when using on heat sensitive surfaces or your lap as the

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base of this computer will get hot.

Usage

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

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dangerous voltage points or short parts that could result in fire or electrical shock. Turn off the computer before installing or removing peripheral devices (except

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when connecting USB devices, IEEE 1394 devices, CF cards, and PC cards). Check the AC power cord and power connectors periodically for damage. Replace

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the power cord immediately if 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 equipment.

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Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen.

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

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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.

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Do not attempt to open or alter the battery pack.

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

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

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it could heat up and explode. Do not allow liquids to come in contact with the battery pack.

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Avoid dropping the pack or other violent shock.

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Do not solder anything to the battery terminals.

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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.

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Storage

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

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exceed 60°C (140°F) during storage. Recharge the battery pack after storage, before use.

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Modem Precautions

Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

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

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designed for wet locations. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has

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been disconnected at the network interface. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

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Avoid using the telephone during a lightning storm. There may be a remote risk of

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electric shock from lightning. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak while in the vicinity of the leak.

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Wireless LAN Precautions

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

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susceptible equipments are nearby such as on airplanes, in hospital, etc. Do not touch the antennas whil e communicating.

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Keep the distance at least 20cm between the antennas and your body while

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communicating.

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About This Manual

Notice

Information in th is manual is subject to cha nge without notic e and does not represent a commitment on t he part of SHAR P Corporation.

SHAR P Corporation shall not be liable for tech nical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or con sequential damages resulting from the furnishing, performance, or use of this mate rial.

SHAR P strongly recommends that separ ate permanent written rec ords be kept of al l 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 ot herwise render ed unusable whether as a result of impro per use, repairs, defect s, battery repla cement, use afte r the specified battery life has expired, or any other ca uses.

SHARP assumes no responsibility directly or indirectly, for financial losses or claims from third persons r esulting from th e use of this product and any of its functions, such as stolen credit c ard num bers, the loss of or alteration of stored d ata, etc.

Edition

1st Edition, June 2002.

© 2002 SHARP Corporation This document contains or refers to proprietary information wh ich is protected by copy right. All rights are reserved. C opying or other reproduction of this document is p r ohibited without the prior written permission of SHARP Corporation.

Trademarks

Intel an d Pentium are reg i stered trademarks, and SpeedS tep is a trademark of I ntel Corporation. IBM is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Microsoft, MS-DOS , Windows, and the Windows Logo are registered trademark s of Microsoft Corporatio n.

All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respec tive hol d er s.

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Recording Important I nformation

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

A note icon informs you of a special technique or informa tion tha t 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

boldface: Press

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

Enter

are italicized with icons:

to continue.

, when referred to in the instructions, are shown in

Ctrl+Alt+Delete

Sample Entries

C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM

Words/Texts on Screen

Double-click this icon to display the Power Properties dialog box. Set the item to Enabled.

Screens

your computer.

Section Titles

Refer to Installing Battery Pack section of Chapter 1.

reproduced in this manual may differ slightly from the screens you see on

are shown in upper cases of different typeface.

, such as window titles or possible parameters, are italicized:

in other parts of this manual are italicized:

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Table of Conte nts

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

Connecting AC Power........................................................................................... 1-3

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

Turning Off Your Computer.................................................................................. 1-7

Basic Operations

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

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

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

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

Sharing the Computer (Windows 2000) ................................................................ 2-8

Sharing the Computer (Windows XP Professional)............................................... 2-9

Battery and Power Management

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

Optional High Capacity Battery Pack.................................................................... 3-7

Power Management............................................................................................... 3-8

Peripherals

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

Using Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit.................................................. 4-3

Using External CD-ROM Drive Unit .................................................................... 4-6

Display................................................................................................................. 4-11

Audio System....................................................................................................... 4-14

USB Device......................................................................................................... 4-16

PC Card................................................................................................................ 4-17

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CF Card…………………………………………………………………………..4-20

Printer .................................................................................................................. 4-23

Using IEEE 1394 Devices ................................................................................... 4-25

Communication Functions

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

LAN unit…………………………………………………………………………. 5-5

Wireless LAN........................................................................................................ 5-8

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

Maintenance and Care............................................................................................A - 5

Re-installation Instructi on s....................................................................................A-7

Specifications.......................................................................................................A-12

Troubleshooting

Index

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Overview of Comp uter

LCD Screen

Keyboard

2-6

Glide Pad

2-4

Power Button Status Indicators

Antenna I

Battery Indicator

2-1, 3-3

Wireless LAN A

Power In d i c ator

1-4, 2-1

Hard Disk

Caps Lock

Scroll Lock

Num Lock

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

ntennas

→

5-8

→

1-4

→

4-11

→

ndicator

→

5-8

→



→

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Right

Battery Pack

3-1

Speaker

Reset Switch

Audio Output J

Microphone Jack

USB Ports Modem Jack

LAN Jack I

CF Card Eject Switch

Security Slot

→

A-5

Left

ack→4-14,

4-15

→

4-15

C Adapter Jack→1-

xpansion Port→4-11,2

entilation Openings→v

→

4-3,7,16,24

F Card Slot→4-20

→

5-2

→

5-6

C Card Slot→4-17

Bottom

EEE1394 Connector→4-25

→

2-3

→

4-20,22

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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 up your computer and running as quickly as possible. Read this chapter first.

Install ing 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 for the fir st ti m e:

1. Place the computer upside down.

2. Slide the battery stopper on the battery pack to the unlocked position(

attery Stopper

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3. Insert the battery pack into the computer by matching the notched parts of the

Notched Part

battery to the projected parts on the computer; then, push the battery pack until you hear the clicking sound.

rojected Part

4. Slide the battery stopper to the locked position (

5. Turn over your computer and go to the next section.

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Connecting AC Power

1. Plug the AC adapter cable to the AC adapter jack on the left side of your computer.

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

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

C Adapter

o Wall Outlet

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AC Adapter Jack

C 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.

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.

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

Display Cover Lock leve

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5. Tilt the cover in more than 90 degrees.

90°

The keyboard of your computer will rise automatically when you open th display cover. You need to tilt the cover in more than 90 degrees to raise the keyboard completely. Otherwise the keyboard or the computer may malfunction.

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

eyboard

When you turn on the computer, the power indicator ( computer goes through a self test to detect any problems, and Windows setup process starts. See the next page.

Power Button

Power In d i c ator

) turns green, the

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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 systems available: Windows 2000 and Windows XP Professional. You can choose one of them when starting to use the computer for the first time.

If you choose Windows 2000, the setup steps are:

Accepting license agreement

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Configuring the name of you and your organization

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Configuring the setting of your computer within the work group

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Completing configuration

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If you choose Windows XP Professional, the setup steps are:

Configuring your location, language and keyboard

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Configuring your time zone

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Accepting license agreement

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Naming your comp uter

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Creating an account

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Completing configuration

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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

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turn it off, you cannot set up Windows later. Be sure to connect the computer to AC power. If using the battery

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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

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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 comp u ter from the power

After completing Windows setup, set your date and time. Double-click the time appearing on the right of the taskbar to open or

Date and Time Properties

is correctly selected, and set date and time.

Zone

Properties Dialog Box in Windows 2000

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

Settings

you will use often are:

Display

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Phone and Modem Options

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Mouse

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Power Options

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System

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management.

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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 tha the battery indicator turns off; then, after more than 10 seconds, press the power button to turn it on again.

Control Panel

Date/Time Properties

(Windows XP Professional) dialog box. Confirm

button to open the

Start

and double-click the XXX icon. Some of the dialog boxes

Start

(Windows 2000)

Time

menu; then, select

Properties Dialog Box in Windows XP Professional

Control Panel

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 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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. One is Category view, and the other is Classic view. If you select

start - Control Panel

. There are two types of views for

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Turning Off Your Computer

When you’re finished using your computer, turn it off with one of the following ways:

With a power button (Windows 2000)

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Before using this way, confirm that

power button on my computer

box. With a power button (Windows XP Professional)

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Before using this step, confirm that

power button on my computer

box.

Power Off

Advanced

Shut down

Advanced

is selected in

tab of

Power Options Properties

is selected in

Power Options Properties

When I press the

dialog

When I press the

dialog

From the

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1. From the

2. In the menu, and click OK.

Shut Down Windows

menu (Windows 2000)

Start

menu, select

Start

Shut Down….

dialog box, select

Shut down

from the pull down

From the

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1. Click

2. In the

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

start – Turn Off Computer.

Turn off computer

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

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menu (Windows XP Professional)

start

dialog box, click

Do not turn off or reset the computer while the hard disk indicator or the indicator on the optional external floppy dis k drive unit or the external CD-ROM drive unit 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.

Turn Off

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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

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

Rechargeable battery

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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 show the power status of your computer.

Indicato

Power

Battery

Light Meaning

On (green) Operating Blinking (green) In System Standby Off Powered off or in System Hibernate When Connected to AC Power

When Run by Battery

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.

Almost completely discharged (The warning beep sounds)

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

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When the battery is hot, the battery indicator may turn off and stay off until the ba tte ry be comes coo l.

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

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 your computer. If you attempt to connect the computer to a wall outlet other than in this area, check the voltage of the outlet and use an AC power cord appropriate for the outlet. Consult local service staff if you are unsure.

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Resetting t he System

You may need to restart the system if the computer becomes inoperable or after adding new hardware or software. When the message appears after the installation, click OK, You can also restart Windows 2000 from the

Restart. Computer

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 on the screen.

, etc. to restart Windows.

Yes

menu. Select

Start

You can restart Windows XP Professional by clicking

; then,

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

Restart.

Ctrl+Alt+Del

keys simultaneously and follow the instructions

Shut Down…

start

Turn Off

; then,

Power Switch

You can turn off the computer with the power button if you encounter hardware or software problems which lock up the system. In this case, press the power button for more than four seconds.

Reset Switch

If you cannot turn off the computer by pressing 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.

eset Switch

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Using the Glide Pad

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

lide Pad

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

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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 will respond to a light touch from your fingertip.

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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 pad, such as swapping left and right buttons, changing the pointer size, etc. Doubleclick

Mouse Properties

icon on the taskbar.

dialog box, you can change the configuration of the glide

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Using the Keyboard

Your computer, equipped with the Windows Enhanced Keyboard, provides all the functionality of a full-sized desktop keyboard. The keyboard will rise automatically when you open the display cover.

Special Keys

90°

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

Turns the wireless LAN antenna on and off (This combination functions when menu in Setup Utility is set to

Decreases the audi o vol ume

Increases the audio volume

Rotates display mode between LCD only, CRT only, and simultaneously display (when connecting a CRT monitor).

Opens the Windows Start menu.

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

Wireless LAN

Enabled

Security

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Fn + F6

Fn + F7

Fn + F11 Fn + F12

Decreases the LCD screen brightness.

Increases the LCD screen brightness.

Turns the LCD screen on and off.

Forces the computer into System standby. See

Management

of Chapter 3 for more information.

Power

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Sharing the Computer (Wi ndows 2000)

For the details, refer to Windows 2000 Professional Quick Start Guide.

Registering New Users to Your Computer

1. Log on to your computer with a member of the Administrators group.

2. From the

3. Double-click

4. In

5. Type a new user’s name and click

6. Type a new user’s password twice; then, click

7. Select the user’s access level and click

8. Click OK to close the dialog box.

9. Close the

Users and Passwords

password to use this computer

menu, select

Start

Users and Passwords

dialog box, check

Control Panel

window.

Settings – Control Panel

icon.

; then, click

Finish

Changing User Name

1. Follow the steps 1 to 3 of the above.

2. In

Users and Passwords

password to use this computer

change.

dialog box, check

; then, double-click the user name you want to

Users must enter a user name and

Add…..

Users must enter a user name and

3. Change the name and click

4. If Windows requires, click click OK to log on to the system.

5. Close the

Control Panel

window.

twice.

; then, type the user name and its password and

Yes

Changing User Password

If you want to change the password of the currently logged-on user;

1. Press

2. In

3. Type the old and a new passwords; then, the new password again for confirmation.

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Ctrl+Alt+Delete

Windows Security

simultaneously.

window, click

Change Password….

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4. Click OK twice.

5. Click

If you want to change the password of another user (For administrators only);

1. Follow the steps 1 to 3 on

2. In

password to use this computer

password.

3. Click

4. Type a new password twice for confirmation.

5. Click

Cancel

Users and Passwords

Set Password…..

to go back to Windows 2000.

Registering New Users to Your Computer

dialog box, check

; then, select the user name you want to change its

twice.

section.

Users must enter a user name and

Sharing the Computer (Windows XP Professional)

If you are sharing the computer with your colleagues or family members, set a user account for each person. Every user can choose their favorite desktop setting, web site lists, or make their own accounts. When you turn on the computer, select your user account.

My Documents

folder etc., and save them to their user

Set a New User Account

1. Click

2. Click icon.

3. Click

4. Type a name for the new account and click

5. Select the account type; then, click

Limited Help and Support Center

6. Close

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.

start User Accounts.

Create a new account

User Accounts

Control Panel

account, then that user account has limits for using the computer. See

dialog box; then, the

If Classic view is selected, double-click

Create Account

for more de tail s.

Control Panel

. If you have selected a

User Accounts

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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,

If you select 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 then view the same Web site by just switching users after your colleague finishes with the computer.

If you select files before logging off the computer.

Switch User

Log Off

, you can pass the computer to another person without

, the system will close all your session and you need to save your

Switch User

. You can

1. Click

2. Select you to save your data may appear.

3. Select a new account to start Windows XP again.

start

Switch User

If you cannot see

Change the way users log on or off

check

Log Off

Use Fast User Switching

Log Off

Switch User

. If you select

and click

Log Off

Log Off Windows

User Accounts

, the dialog box, which asks

Apply Options

dialog box, click

dialog box, and

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

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User Accounts.

If Classic view is selected, double-click

User Accounts

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4. Select

5. Type a new password.

6. Type the new password again to confirm it.

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

Create a passw ord

•

If the password has been already set, appear.

•

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

Create a password

will not

8. Click

9. Close the

Changing Password

1. Follow the steps 1-2 on the above section.

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, go to the next step. (You cannot change the password of another user account.)

3. Select

4. Type a new password.

Create Password.

User Accounts

Change the password

•

If the password has not been set yet,

my password

•

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

dialog box; then, the

Change my password

will not appear.

Control Panel

Change the password or Change

window.

5. Type the new password again to confirm it.

6. If necessary, type a password hint word to remember the password you set.

7. Click

8. Close the

Deleting Password

1. Follow the steps 1-2 on

2. Select the account you want to delete its password, 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, go to the next step. (You cannot delete the password of another user account.)

Change Password.

User Accounts

dialog box; then, the

Setting Password

Control Panel

window.

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3. Select

Remove the password

•

If the password has not been set yet,

my password

•

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

will not appear.

Remove my password

Remove the password or Remove

4. Type your password and click as a member of the Computer administrators group and want to delete the password of another user account, just click

5. Close

User Accounts

dialog box; then, the

Remove Password

Remove Password.

Control Panel

. If you log on to the computer

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 “ dialog box”. To open the dialog box: (For Windows 2000)

1. From the

2. Double-click

Start

menu, select

Power Options

Settings – Control Panel.

icon.

Power Options Properties

(For Windows XP Professional)

1. Click

2. Click Category view or double-click view.

start

Performance and Maintenance

Control Panel.

Power Options

icon in Classic

Battery Pack

When not connected to an external power source, your computer operates with the rechargeabl e batte ry 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 (see

•

pack if the actual remaining power in your battery is less than what Windows Power Meter indica tes.

Turn off your computer when you are not using it.

•

Conditioning the Battery Pack

section in this chapter) the battery

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•

The duration of the battery depends on the computer usage. Using applications, which heavily use external peripherals, will result in shorter battery life.

•

When using the computer for several hours with battery packs, enable power management and set

Management

•

When the battery has not been charged, your computer may not operat properly. Connect the AC power to charge the battery.

section in this chapter.

System hibernate

. Refer to the

Power

Charging the Battery Pack

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

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

•

The battery indicator may turn off even while the battery pack is being charged. This is because the battery pack is hot, and the charging stops temporarily. When the battery becomes cool, the charging will start and th e ba t te ry in d icator w ill tur n on ag a in.

•

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

•

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 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

2. Check

3. Close the

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Power Options Properties

Always show icon on the taskbar

Control Panel

•

The remaining operating time depends on the power you are consuming. If you are using the audio system, PC card slot, CF card slot, hard disk drive, or peripheral devices with your computer, it may consume more battery life.

window.

dialog box, select

Power Meter

and click OK.

dialog box. If the battery

Advanced

tab.

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•

If the actual remaining power in your battery is less than what Windows Power Meter indicates, you should condition the battery pac as per the procedure on “

Conditioning the Battery Pack”.

Low Battery I ndication

When the battery power becomes significantly low, the battery indicator red, the warning beep sounds for about ten seconds. 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.

attery Indicato

(

blinks

)

In Windows, 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

standby/hibernate

1. In the

2. Set the battery level at which the alarms are activated. We recommend you set

Critical battery alarm

3. Set the

4. Click OK twice.

5. Close the

or be shut down automatically.

Power Options Properties

to 5 % or more and

Alarm Action…

Control Panel

to the appropriate settings.

window.

dialog box, select

Low battery alarm

Alarms

tab.

System

to more than that

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

2. Turn on the computer.

3. When the message Setup Utility.

4. Disconnect the AC adapter, and leave the computer on until the battery is completely discharged and the system shuts down automatically.

5. Connect the computer to AC power and let the battery fully charge 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 wall outlet while discharging the battery The conditioning will be cancelled.

Press <F2> to enter SETUP

appears, press F2 to open the

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 standard battery pack (CE-BL17). An optional battery pack (CE-BL18) is also available in some countries.

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 stopper to the unlocked position ( ).

attery Stopper

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

) and hold it; then, pull

Battery Release Lever

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

6. Slide the battery stopper of a new battery pack to the unlocked position (

Battery Stopper

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7. Insert the battery pack into the computer by matching the notched parts of the battery to the projected parts of the computer; then, push the battery pack until you hear the clicking sound.

Notched Part

Projected Part

8. Slide the battery stopper to the locked position (

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

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Optional High Capacity Battery Pack

To power your computer for extended periods of time, use an optional high capacity battery pack (CE-BL18)(may not be available in some countries).

attery Release Lever

attery Stopper

Use only the appropriate optional battery pack (CE-BL18), and attach it correctly.

Connecting High Capacity Battery Pack

Follow the steps in

Changing the battery pack

in this chapter.

Charging High Capacity Battery Pack

Follow the steps in

Charging the batte ry pack

in this chapter.

Checking the Battery Level of High Capacity Battery Pack

Follow the steps in

Checking the Battery Level

in this chapter.

Conditioning the High Capacity Battery Pack

Follow the steps in

Conditioning the battery pack

in this chapter.

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Power Managem ent

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

Stopping power supply to the hard disk

•

Stopping power supply to the display

•

Controlling CPU speed

•

Using System standby/hibernate

•

To open

Control Panel start

If Classic view is selected, double-click Professional).

Power Options Properties

, and double-click

–

Control Panel

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

, and click

dialog box, from the

Power Options Performance and Maintenance

Power Options

icon (for Windows 2000). Or click

icon (for Windows XP

menu, select

Start

; then,

Settings

Power Options.

–

Stopping Power Supply to the Hard Disk

1. In the

2. Set

3. Close the

Power Options Properties

Turn off hard disks

Control Panel

to an appropriate value, and click OK.

window.

dialog box, select

Power Schemes

tab.

Stopping Power Supply to the Display

This procedure is also effective for an attached external monitor complying

1. In the

with power management.

Power Options Properties

dialog box, select

Power Schemes

tab.

2. Set

3. Close the

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Turn off monitor

Control Panel

to an appropriate value, and click OK.

window.

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Controlling CPU Speed (Windows 2000)

Your computer is equipped with Intel® SpeedStep™ technology which can control CPU speed to reduce power consumption.

Do not control CPU speed while communicating, or reading/writing data. Otherwise the computer may malfunction.

1. Double-click

2. In

3. Click OK.

Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) technology

performance.

You can also select the performance by right-clicking the icon, or selecting

Properties

or icon on the taskbar.

dialog box, select the CPU speed

Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) technology

dialog box.

tab in

Power Options

Controlling CPU Speed (Windows XP Professional)

Windows XP Professional will control the processor performance to reduce power consumption.

Do not control the processor performance, or connect/disconnect the AC adapter while communicating, or reading/writing data. Otherwise the

1. In the

computer may malfunction.

Power Options Properties

dialog box, select

Power Schemes

tab.

2. Select an appropriate power scheme in the next page, and click OK.

3. Close the

Power Options Properties

dialog box; then the

Power schemes

according to the table on

Control Panel

window.

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Power Scheme

Processor Performance

Portable/Laptop

Presentation

Using AC Power

Using Battery Performance state will be chosen based on CPU

Using AC Power

Using Battery Performance state will be chosen based on CPU

Using AC Power

Using Battery Starts at lowest performance state; then, uses

Using AC Power

Using Battery Always runs at highest performance state

Always runs at highest performance state Home/Office Desk

demand Performance state will be chosen based on CPU

demand

demand Performance state will be chosen based on CPU

demand

liner performance reduction as battery discharges

Always runs at highest performance state Alwa ys On

Minimal Power Management

Max Battery

Using AC Power

Using Battery Performance state will be chosen based on CPU

Using AC Power

Using Battery Starts at lowest performance state; then, uses

Performance state will be chosen based on CPU demand

demand Performance state will be chosen based on CPU

demand

liner performance reduction as battery discharges.

•

Note tha t (such as a timer for System standby, etc.) appearing on tab. Confirm those settings are set to an appropriate value when you

Power scheme

includes other power management settings

Power Scheme

select the processor performance using power schemes facility.

•

You can set your own settings to your suitable ones, and click

Power scheme

. Set all power management

Save as…

; then, type an

appropriate name and click OK.

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Using System Standby/Hibernate

System standby/hibernate

your computer has entered quickly when compared to a restart, after a normal shutdown operation. When your computer resumes from state of the computer. In Windows, you can define

hibernate

System standby

•

power supply to all but a few essential components. Your system enters and resumes from

standby

from

System hibernate

•

disk and turns off the computer. Your sy stem ente rs and resum es from

hibernate

indicator or the battery power indicator turns off. To resume from

hibernate

the system enters under what conditions.

stores the current condition of the computer in RAM and stops

System standby

, the Power indicator or the battery power indicator blinks green. To resume

System standby

per the conditions mentioned later. In

, press the power button.

is a very useful power management tool. For example, after

System standby

System standby/h ib er nate

per the conditions mentioned later. In

, operate the compute r agai n.

saves the current condition of the computer in an area of the hard

mode, you can restart your computer more

, the system restores the exact last

System standby or System

System

System hibernate

, the power

System

When entering/resuming from instructions below:

Finish communications, printing, and playing music or video before

•

entering 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

case, connect the AC adapter to your computer. Save your data before your computer enters

•

power supply to the computer is stopped, the RAM contents will be lost. Select the user account if you see them when the computer resumes

•

from

System standby/hibernate

if the battery capacity is not enough. In this

System standby

, follow the

. If the

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Supporting System Hibernate

If your battery becomes completely discharged during you will lose unsaved data and will need to reboot you r comp ute r.

Confirm that

1. In the

2. Confirm

3. Click OK.

4. Close the

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

2. Set the time after which the computer will enter System standby/hibernate in

Therefore, if you are planning to leave your compute r pow ered by battery for long periods of time, we recommend

System hibernate

Power Options Properties

Enable hibernate support

(for Windows XP Professional) is checked.

Control Panel

Power Options Properties

System standby

System hibernates

is supported with the following steps below.

dialog box, select

(for Windows 2000) or

window.

dialog box, select

System hibernate.

Hibernate

Power Schemes

System standby

tab.

Enable hibernation

tab.

3. Click

4. Close the

Entering System Standby/Hibernate

Your computer enters

You select

•

Windows 2000) You select

•

Turn off computer Computer

The specified time in

•

Power Options Properties

previous section).

OK.

Control Panel

System standby/hibernate

Stand by or Hibernate

Stand By or Hibernate (

dialog box. To open the dialog box, click

. (for Windows XP Professional)

window.

in the

System standby or System hibernates

dialog box has passed without any operation (See the

in each of the following cases:

Shut Dow n Window s

which will appear if you press

dialog box. (for

start – Turn Off

Power Schemes

Shift

key) in the

tab

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The screen cover is closed

•

The above functions if you perform the following:

1. In

2. Select

3. Click OK.

4. Close the

You press the power button.

•

The above functions if you perform the following:

1. In the

2. Select

3. Click OK.

4. Close the

You press Fn+

•

The above functions if you perform the following:

1. In the

the Power Options Properties

Hibernate

Power Options Properties

Hibernate

computer

Power Options Properties

Control Panel

F12

Stand by

window.

Stand by

window.

dialog box, select

When I close the lid of my portable computer

dialog box, select

When I press the power button on my

dialog box, select

Advanced

tab.

2. Select

computer

3. Click OK.

4. Close the

The battery level is low.

•

The above functions if you set the alarm in Windows. See in this section.

Hibernate

Control Panel

Ask me what to do

button

appear when you press the power button or Fn+ You can select System standby or System hibernate at that timing. (Windows XP Professional only)

Stand by

window.

is selected in the step 2 of

You press Fn+

When I press the sleep button on my

You press the power

Turn off computer

F12

the

dialog box will

key combina tion.

F12

Low Battery Indication

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Disabling Power Management

1. In the

2. Set to

3. Close the

Power Options Properties

Turn off monitor, Turn off hard disks, System standby

Never

; then, cl i ck OK.

Control Panel

window.

dialog box, select

Power Schemes

, and

System hibernates

tab.

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CHAPTER 4

Peripherals

This chapter describes how to use peripheral devices with your computer. You can connect a floppy disk drive unit, a CD-ROM drive unit, a printer, external monitor, an IEEE 1394 device, PC cards, CF cards, 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, an IEEE 1394 device, or inserting a PC card or a CF card).

•

Confirm the peripheral device you will connect is Windows 2000 or Windows XP Professional compatible.

•

Some devices have to be turned on after the com puter is turned on .

•

Some devices require that you install drivers before use (You may need to connect an optional external floppy disk drive unit or the provided external CD-ROM unit to install the drivers.)

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Peripheral Connection Overview

Headphone/ A

IEEE 1394 Device

SB Device*

icrophone

udio Equipment

C Card

xpansion Port

*Including the optional external floppy disk drive unit (CE-FD04/05) and the provided external CD-ROM drive unit (CE-CD05).

F Card

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Using Option al Externa l Floppy Disk Drive Un it

Optional Floppy Disk Drive

You can use double-density (2DD) 720KB or high-density (2HD) 1.44MB floppy disks with the optional external floppy disk drive unit (CE-FD04/05).

Connecting Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit

•

Do not place the floppy disk drive unit on its side or upside dow n.

•

Connect the floppy disk drive unit cable to either of the USB ports on the right side of the computer. Be sure to let the USB mark side up when connecting the cable to the computer. (CE-FD04 is required to connect the included USB cable to the drive first.)

Do not press on the floppy disk drive unit. It may damage the drive or cause malfunction.

•

Do not place the AC adapter on the floppy disk drive unit. It may cause the drive to malfunction.

SB Mark

Handling Floppy Disks

•

Do not open the shutter and touch the disk inside; otherwise, you will not be able to read or write data to the disk.

•

Do not place floppy disks near magnets or heat source, in direct sunlight or in a dusty place, etc.

•

Never subject a disk to sudden shocks or extreme vibration. Do not drop, bend, or place heavy objects on a disk.

•

Do not spill liquid onto a disk.

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Inserting and Removing a Floppy Disk

Inserting

Hold the floppy disk with the arrow facing up, toward the drive. Slide the disk into the drive until it locks into place.

rrow Facing Up

ndicator

•

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

•

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

•

Do not use excessive force w h en inserting the floppy disk. If you have difficulty inserting or removing disks, seek the assistance of an authorized serv ice techn ic ian.

•

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

Removing

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

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

ject Button

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Formatting a Floppy Disk

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

2. Double-click

My Computer

3. Right-click

4. Select the appropriate formatting options.

5. Click

Start

•

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. (for Windows XP Professional only)

My Computer

(for Windows XP Professional).

3 ½ Floppy (A:)

to start formatting.

on the desktop (for Windows 2000). Or click

icon; then, click

Format…

from the pop-up menu.

Removing Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit

To remove the unit, you need to perform the following steps before you remove it:

In Windows 2000

1. Click

Unplug or Eject Hardware

icon (

) on the taskbar.

start -

2. Click

3. Click

In Windows XP Professional

1. Click

2. Click

Hardware

3. Remove the unit from the computer.

Stop Mitsumi USB Floppy – Drive(A:) OK in Safe To Remove Hardware

Safely Remove Hardware Safely remove Mitsumi USB Floppy – Drive(A:)

dialog appears.

icon (

dialog box; then remove the unit.

) on the taskbar.

; then,

Safe To Remove

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Using External CD-ROM Drive Unit

A compact disc (CD) is a storage medium, with which you can read data, play music, install and run programs, etc. The provided external CD-ROM drive unit (CE-CD05) can be connected to either of the USB ports on the right side of the computer.

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Precautions

Do not disassemble the CD-ROM drive unit and do not repair by yourself. Doing

•

so may cause electrical shock hazard, or a laser may damage your eyes. Do not store or use the CD-ROM drive unit in a dusty, humid, oily environment, or

•

under damp or moist conditions.

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Do not turn up the volume too high, when using the headphones. Do not leave the CD-ROM drive unit in direct sunlight, near a heat source or

especially in a hot automobile. Do not drop or jar the CD-ROM drive unit. Do not touch the pins/terminals of the USB cable. When the CD-ROM drive unit has been moved from a cold place to warm place, it

may damp or moist. Leave it for about 1 hour before using. Keep magnetic objects away from the CD-ROM drive unit. Do not insert any foreign metal object inside the CD-ROM drive unit. Do not touch the lens. If noise is heard from radio or TV, move the CD-ROM drive unit 2 m (about 6 ft.)

away from the radio or TV.

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Connecting the External CD-ROM Drive Unit (CE-CD05)

USB Ports

C Core

•

Do not place the CD-ROM drive unit on its side or upside down.

•

1. Connect the core side connector of the included USB cable to the cable

connector of the drive unit.

SB Cable

2. Insert the USB connector of the cable into one of the USB ports of the computer.

The CD-ROM drive unit automatically turns on and the power indicator lights up.

Do not press on the CD-ROM drive unit. It may damage the drive or cause malfunction.

•

Do not place the AC adapter on the CD-ROM drive unit. It may cause the drive to malfunction.

able Connect

ower Indicator

3. Slide the cover latch to the right and open the cover.

over Latch

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4. Remove the protection sheet before you use the drive for the first time.

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Handling CDs

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

•

Always hold the CDs by the edges. Fingerprints, dirt or water on the CDs cause

•

noise or improper tracking. If a CD 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 CD

You can operate the external CD-ROM drive unit only when the computer is on.

1. Make sure the busy indicator light is not on.

usy Indicato

2. Slide the cover latch to the right to open the cover and raise it.

3. Place your CD onto the disk spindle and press on the center of your CD with label side up, until it locks onto the disk spindle.

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4. Close the disk cover.

•

Insert a CD firmly until it is locked onto the spindle; then, close the disk cover, or the disk may fall off the spindle and get damaged.

•

Do not leave the tray open. Also, avoid touching the lens in the tray. I the lens becomes dirty, the CD-ROM 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.

Removing a CD

1. Make sure the busy indicator is not lit.

2. Slide the cover latch to the right and open the cover.

3. Press down the disk spindle and remove the CD from the tray holding its edge.

•

Make sure the busy indicator is not lit or blinking be fore openi ng the disk cover.

•

When opening the cover, if the CD is still spinning, wait until it has stopped, then remove it.

Playing a CD

With some CD-ROMs, you can hear the sound of them through the audio out jack of the CD-ROM drive unit. Connect headphones or speaker system with an amplifier to the audio out jack.

udio Out Jack

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Removing External CD-ROM Drive Unit

In Windows 2000

1. Remove the CD from the CD-ROM drive unit.

2. Click

3. Click

4. Click OK; then, remove the USB cable from the computer.

In Windows XP Professional

1. Click

2. Click dialog appears.

3. Remove the USB cable from the computer.

Unplug or Eject Hardware Stop USB Mass Storage Device

Safely Remove Hardware Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device

icon (

) on the taskbar.

; then,

Safe To Remove Hardware

Mode Switches

There are the mode switches on the bottom of the CD-ROM unit. These switches are for technical services. Keep them as a default setting,

ode Switches

OFF

Cleaning External CD-ROM Drive Unit

Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, record cleaner or anti-static

•

spray. Clean the outside of the drive with a soft, dried cloth.

•

Clean the lens with a commercial lens blower if the lens is dirty.

•

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Display

Parallel/VGA C (

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

•

Some monitors, which are not compatible with your computer, may no display correctly.

•

In this section, you often see the expression “ box.” To open the dialog box, right-click somewhere on the Windows desktop and select

Properties

from the pop-up menu.

Connecting Ex ternal Monitor

Use the provided parallel/VGA converter cable (CE-PB02) to connect an external monitor with your computer.

1. Turn off the computer and the external monitor.

2. Connect the provided parallel/VGA converter cable with the display cable as shown below. If the display cable has screws, make sure to tighten them.

Display Properties

dialog

3. Open the cover of the expansion port on the left side of your computer.

4. Connect the parallel/VGA converter cable to the expansion port, then, the other

arallel/VGA Converter Cable (CE-PB02)

end of the display cable to your external monitor. If the display cable has screws, be sure to tighten them .

xpansion Po

isplay Cabl

onverter Cable

CE-PB02)

isplay Cable

crews

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

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Disconnecting External Monitor

1. Turn off the computer and the external monitor.

2. Loosen both screws of the display cable if it has, and remove the connector from your external monitor.

3. Press the buttons on both sides of the connector of the parallel/VGA converter cable and hold them; then, remove it from the computer.

Make sure to close the cover after you fini sh usin g the expansi on port to avoid being damaged.

Displaying the Screen on an External Monitor

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

Switching the Display

1. In the button.

2. Select

3. Select the output display and click OK.

4. Click

Display Properties

Intel Graphic Technology

three times and close the

•

You can also switch the display with

•

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

•

The screen may be distorted when you switch the display. In this case, refresh the screen by right-clicking on the Windows desktop and clicking

Refresh

dialog box, select

tab; then, click

Control Panel

in the pop-up menu.

Settings

Graphics Properties…

window.

Fn+F5

tab; then, click

Advanced

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 16M colors. To change the resolution and the number of colors, follow the instructions below:

1. In the

Display Properties

dialog box, select

Settings

tab.

2. Select the number of the colors in the resolution in page.

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Screen area or Screen resolution

Colors or Color quality

. Refer to the table of the next

, and select the

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3. Click OK twice; then,

Click OK; then,

. (for Windows XP Professional)

Yes

. (for Windows 2000)

Yes

Resolutions and Colors you can choose

Number of Colors

(*2)

256

(*2)

256

(*2)

256

256 64K 16M

64K 16M

(*1)

(*3)

(*1)

(*2)

Resolution

640 x 480 (Windows 2000 only) 800 x 600 256

1024 x 768 256

1280 x 1024

1400 x 1050

1600 x 1200

Can be chosen in Windows 2000 only.

Only 1024 x 768 dots appear even on the internal LCD screen of 1280 x 1024,

1400 x 1050 or 1600 x 1200 resolution. To se e t h e h idd e n par ts, m o ve mou se pointer to the parts and scroll it. To set 1280 x 1024, 1400 x 1050 and 1600 x 1200

(*3)

resolution mode selectable, open the tab –

Advanc ed

Monitor

tab.

button and unch eck

Displa y Properti es

Hide mode s that th is m o nito r c ann ot d is play

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

dialog bo x, cli ck

Settings

a Dithering algorithm.

•

You cannot switch to a display resolution and number of colors that are no available.

•

In the

Color (32 bit)

•

In the

Highest (32 bit)

Professiona l)

Colors, High Col or ( 16 bit)

means 65, 536 ( 64K) co lors, and

means a bou t 16, 770 ,00 0 (1 6 M) c olors . ( fo r W ind ows 2000)

Color quality, Medium (16 bit)

means a bou t 16, 770, 000 (16 M) co lors.(for Win dows XP

means 65 , 536 ( 6 4K) co lors, an d

True

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Audio System

Red

LINE

IN (L)

Audio Output Jack

Speakers with an Amplifier

You can output sound to speakers, audio equipment or headphones.

Connecting Audio Equipment

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

INE IN (R )

hit

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

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Connecting a Headphone

Audio Output Jack

Microphone Jack

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

Connecting 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 2V.

To record sound:

1. Click

2000), or click (for Windows XP Professional).

2. Click

3. See

Help

; then, point

Start

start

Sound Recorder

for

Sound Recorder

Programs

; then, point

for more information.

–

Accessories

All Programs

–

Entertainment

–

Accessories

(for Windows

–

Entertainment

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USB Device

Your computer has an interface called Universal Serial Bus (USB). With a USB connection, you can connect/disconnect peripherals 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.

When a new device is correctly connected to the computer, the appropriate driver is automatically installed. If the driver is not installed

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

In Windows 2000

correctly, you will see the message on the screen. In this case, install the driver by follow ing the instructi ons on the screen.

1. Click

2. Click

3. Click OK; then, remove the device from the computer.

In Windows XP Professional

1. Click icon, click

2. Click

Remove Hardware

3. Remove the device from the computer.

Unplug or Eject Hardware Stop xxxxx

Safely Remove Hardware

Safely remove xxxx

(xxxxx is the name of your USB device).

to show all kinds of icons.

(xxxxx is the name of your USB device); then,

dialog appears.

icon (

) on the taskbar.

) on the taskbar. If you cannot find the

Safe To

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PC Card

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

Inserting PC Card

When a new card is correctly inserted, the appropriate driver is automatically installed. If the driver is not installed correctly, you will

1. Confirm the PC card eject button is inside the computer cabinet.

see the message on the screen. In this case, install the PC card driver by following the instructions on the screen.

ject Button

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

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3. Push the PC card eject button again and remove the protection card.

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

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

abel Face Up

Ejecting PC Card

•

Some PC cards may become hot after long use

•

In Windows 2000

1. Click

2. Click

3. Click OK and go to

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Be sure to use the procedure below when ejecting a PC card. Otherwise, the system may not work properly

Unplug or Eject Hardware Stop xxxxx

icon (

(xxxxx is the name of your PC card).

Ejecting PC card

) on the taskbar.

on the next page.

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In Windows XP Professional

1. Click icon, click

2. Click

Remove Hardware

Ejecting PC Card

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

Safely Remove Hardware

to show all kinds of icons.

Safely remove xxxx

dialog appears. Go to

(xxxxx is the name of your PC card); then,

icon (

) on the taskbar. If you cannot find the

Safe To

Ejecting PC card

below.

2. Push the eject button so that the PC card pops out; then, remove it.

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

4. Insert the protection card.

Be sure to insert the protection card after you finish using the PC card to protect the PC card slot from being damaged.

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CF Card

Your computer is equipped with a CF card slot, which can accommodate a Type II card compliant with CompactFlash standard. You can insert/eject the card without turning off the computer. Before inserting a CF card into the slot, refer to its manual.

Inserting CF Card

When a new card is correctly inserted, the appropriate driver is automatically installed. If the driver is not installed correctly, you will

1. Lift up the front of the computer.

see the message on the screen. In this case, install the CF card driver by following the instructions on the screen.

2. Slide the CF card eject switch inward, which is on the bottom of the computer and remove the protection card.

rotection Ca

ject Switch

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3. Insert a CF card into the slot with the label face up until it locks into place.

abel Facing U

Ejecting CF Card

•

Some CF cards may become hot after long use

•

Be sure to use the procedure below when ejecting a CF card. Otherwise, the system may not work properly

In Windows 2000

1. Click

2. Click

3. Click OK and go to

In Windows XP Professional

1. Click icon, click

2. Click

Remove Hardware

Unplug or Eject Hardware Stop xxxxx

Safely Remove Hardware

Safely remove xxxx

(xxxxx is the name of your CF card).

Ejecting CF card

to show all kinds of icons.

(xxxxx is the name of your CF card); then,

dialog appears. Go to

icon (

) on the taskbar.

on the next page.

) on the taskbar. If you cannot find the

Safe To

Ejecting CF card

on the next page.

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Ejecting CF Card

1. Lift up the front of the computer.

2. Slide the CF card eject switch inward, which is on the bottom of the computer and remove the CF card.

ject Switch

3. Insert the protection card.

rotection Ca

Be sure to insert the protection card after you finish using the CF card to protect the CF card slot from being damaged.

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Printer

Parallel/VGA C

Printer Cable

Screws

Parallel/VGA C

Printer Cable

Expansion Port

You can connect a printer to the expansion port with the provided parallel/VGA converter cable (CE-PB02) or either of the USB ports for the printer.

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

Connecting to Expansion Port

1. Turn off the computer and the printer.

2. Connect the provided parallel/VGA converter cable with the printer cable. If the printer cable has screws, make sure to tighten them.

onverter Cabl

(CE-PB02)

3. Open the cover for the expansion port on the left side of the computer; then, connect the parallel/VGA converter cable to the expansion port and the other end of the printer cable to the printer.

onverter Cabl

(CE-PB02)

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4. Turn on the printer; then, the computer.

To avoid damaging the expansion port, close the expansion port cover after you disconnect the para llel cab le from the port.

Connecting to USB Port

Be sure to read the printer manual before connecting the USB printer to the computer. Some printer may not use

You can connect the USB printer to the compute r wi thout turning off the computer.

insta ll the p r int er d ri ve r .

SB Por

New Hardware Find

wizard to

rinter Cable

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Using IEEE 139 4 Devices

IEEE 1394 connector

DV Cable

You can connect an IEEE 1394 device to the IEEE 1394 port on the left side of the computer. The IEEE 1394 is digital interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in two directions between devices, and for controlling other equipment.

When two or more IEEE 1394 compatible devices are connected to the computer in a daisy chain, operations and data transactions are possible not only with 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 2000 or Windows XP Professional compatible.

Connecting IEEE 1394 Device

•

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

•

Use AC power for the computer especially when reading/writing the data.

•

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

1. Connect the end of the DV cable into the IEEE 1394 connector of the compute r.

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

equipment.

•

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

•

Be sure to read the manuals of the IEEE 1394 device before connectin it to the comp u ter.

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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

In Windows 2000

1. Click

2. Click

3. Click OK; then, remove the DV cable from the computer.

In Windows XP Professional

1. Click the the icon, click Step 3.

2. If the name of your device appears, click of your IEEE 1394 device.); then,

3. Remove the DV cable from the computer.

Unplug or Eject Hardware Stop xxxxx

Safely Remove Hardware

(xxxxx is the name of your IEEE 1394 device.).

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

icon (

Safe To Remove Hardware

) on the taskbar.

) on the taskbar. If you cannot find

Safely remove xxxxx

(xxxx is the name

dialog appears.

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CHAPTER 5

Communication Functions

This chapter explains how to use the built-in modem, the wired LAN unit and the wireless LAN function.

Built-i n Modem

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

•

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 t he Modem to a Telephone Line

Modem Jack

1. Turn off your computer.

2. Open the cover for the modem jack on the right side of your computer.

ove

To avoid damaging the modem, close the cover after you finish using the built-in modem.

3. Connect one end of the included modem cable to the modem jack.

Do not insert the modem cable into the LAN jack. It may damage the LAN jack or the modem cable.

4. Connect the other end of the modem cable to the telephone line.

5. Turn on the computer.

Connect the modem to the telephone line dir ectl y. Do not use a distributor or allotte r.

Configuring the Modem in Windows 2000

Make the necessary adjustments as shown below.

1. From the

2. Double-click the

5-2

menu, select

Start

Settings

Phone and Modem Options

Control Panel

icon.

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3. Select

4. Type in the details about your location and dialing properties and click OK.

Even after you set one dialing property, you can make another new dialing property by clicking

Internet Connection

New Location

New …

and typing a suitable name in

and click

Edit.

Location name.

Windows 2000 has a special Internet with ease. Simply double-click on the Windows desktop. If you plan on connecting to the Internet by using the modem to dial an Internet Service Provider (ISP), your account information and dial-up number should be ready before you begin the

Dial-Up Networking

To create another dial-up networking accounts:

1. On the Windows desktop, double-click

2. Click

3. Double-click

4. Follow the instruction of the new account.

Hyper Terminal and Phone Dialer

You can find these applications by opening the

Accessories- Communications. HyperTerminal

terminals, for example, Bulletin Boards. for quick access.

Network and Dial-up Connections

Make New Connection

Internet Connection Wizard

Connect to the Internet

Internet Connection Wizard

My Computer

Network Connection Wizard

Start

lets you connect to other computer

Phone Dialer

to help you to connect to the

icon on the

icon.

dialog box to create a

menu and selecting

lets you store and dial numbers

Programs

Modem Settings

The settings for your modem are pre-installed in Windows 2000 installed on your computer. In normal circumstances you do not have to make changes to the modem settings. If you need to make changes, follow the procedure below:

1. From the

2. Double-click

3. Use the and make changes if necessary.

Modems

menu, select

Start

Phone and Modem Options

and the

Settings

Advanced

Control Panel

icon.

tabs to display the settings of your modem

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Configuring the Modem in Windows XP Professional

)

Modem Configuration

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

1. Click

Modem Options Options

2. In etc., and select your dial type; then, click OK.

After the configuration, click or double-click open

Locations

You can change the settings or make a new location by clicking

Internet Connection

Windows XP Professional has a special Internet Connection Wizard to help you to connect to the Internet with ease. Click

Internet Connections

click

Network Connections

new connection

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

start - Control Panel

. If Classic view is selected, double-click

icon.

Location Informa tion

Phone and Modem Option s

Dialing Rules

; then,

Network Tasks

Dial-up

Printers and Other Hardware

dialog box, select your country, type your area code,

Phone and Modem Options

dialog box and double-click the location name of

tab for the information you set above.

–

start

Network Connections.

icon. In

Network Connections

. When the

Control Panel

If Classic view is selected, double-

dialog box, click

New Connection Wizard

dialog box.

; then,

Phone and Modem

Edit…

. Click

Phone and

(icon) to

New…

Network and

Create a

dialog box

Power Mana gement

To use communication software, you may have to disable power management. See

Disabling Power Management

•

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

•

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Within th e co mm u n ications so f tware you are u sin g , se t the CO M port of the built-in modem to COM3.

•

Do not enter 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.

of Chapter 3.

System standby/hibernate

while using communication

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LAN unit

You can connect to a LAN (Local Area Network) with the 100 Base-TX/10 Base-T LAN units 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 only when connecting to 100 BASE-TX

Connect your computer to LAN

1. Turn off the computer.

2. If your computer is provided with the LAN cable, go to the step 4. If with the core for a LAN cable, go to the next step.

3. Attach the provided core to one end of your LAN cable. Insert the cable into the core and close the core until it clicks.

LAN.

4. Open the cover for the LAN jack on the right side of your computer.

To avoid damaging the LAN unit, close the cover after you finish using the LAN unit.

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5. Connect the core end of the LAN cable into the LAN jack.

AN Jack

AN Cable

Do not insert the LAN ca b le into the mo dem ja ck. It w ill d am ag e th e LAN cable and the modem jack.

6. Connect the other end of the LAN cable into the network hub.

7. Turn on the computer.

o Network Hub

Configuring the LAN Unit in Windows 2000

1. Double-click

2. Click

3. Right-click

4. From the pop-up menu, click

5. In the your network status. Refer to your network administrator.

If you cannot access the network,

Network and Dial-up Connections

Local Area Connection Properties

•

My Computer

Local Area Connection

Attach the provided core to your LAN cable to insure compliance with requirements of EMC regulations for computing equipment. If your computer is provided with a LAN cable, always use that LAN cable. If your LAN cable has no core attached, please attach the provi ded core before use. Make sure to log on the computer as a member of the Administrators group. Otherw ise, you cannot set or change some sett ings for the LAN unit.

icon on the Windows desktop.

Properties

dialog box, set the fields according to

1. From the

2. Double-click

3. Click

5-6

Hardware

menu, select

Start

System

icon.

tab; then,

Settings

Device Mana

Control Panel

ger… button.

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4. Double-click

Network adapters

; then,

Realtek RTL8139 xxxxx.

5. Click an appropriate value in

6. Click OK and close

7. Click OK and close the

Advanced

tab, and select

Value

Device Manager

Control Panel

Link Speed/Duplex Mode

window.

Property

and select

Configuring the LAN Unit in Windows XP Professional

1. Click

2. Click view is selected, double-click

3. Right-click

4. From the pop-up menu, click

5. In the according to the instruction of your network administrator.

If you cannot access the network,

start - Control Panel Network and Internet Connections

Local Area Connection

Local Area Connection Properties

•

Make sure to log on the computer as a member of the Computer administrators group. Otherwise, you cannot set or change some settings for the LAN unit.

; then,

Network Connections

Properties

dialog box, set the network setting

Network Connections

icon.

. If Classic

1. Click

2. Click double-click

3. Click

4. Double-click

5. Click an appropriate value in

6. Click OK and close

7. Click

start - Control Panel Performance and Maintenance

System

Hardware

Advanced

and close the

tab; then,

Network adapters

tab, and select

icon.

Device Manager

, then,

Link Speed/Duplex Mode

Value

Device Manager

Control Panel

; then,

window.

System.

Realtek RTL8139 xxxxx

If Classic view is selected,

Property

and select

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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.

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 with the wireless LAN, activate the integrated antennas with the following steps.

(may not be available in some countries)

Activate Antennas

You can enable/disable the antennas by pressing antenna indicator ( is off, they are disabled.

ntenna Indicato

Fn + F1

menu in Setup Utility is set to

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

key combination functions only when

Enabled.

Fn +F1

key combination. When the

ntennas

Wireless LAN

Security

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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 in Windows 2000

•

Confirm each computer is enabled for wireless LAN first.

•

Make sure to log on the computer as a member of the Administrators group. Otherwise, you cannot set or change some settings for wireless LAN.

1. Click

2. Double-click

Connection 2

3. Click

Components checked are used by this connection

4. Select dialog box and set a unique and the

•

5. Click OK and

6. Click

•

box.

(

) icon appears on the taskbar.

–

Start

Properties

Use the following IP address

Start – Programs

Settings – Control Panel

Network and Dial-up Connections

icon.

Subnet mask

The IP address of each computer should be unique.

Default gateway

The

Local Area Connection 2 Status

button and double-click

IP address

255.255.255.0

can be blank.

; then, close the

–

SHARP wireless LAN Configuration Utility

icon; then,

dialog box appears.

Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)

Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties

192.168.1.2

; then, c l ic k OK.

Network and Dial-up Connections

through

Local Area

192.168.1.254

; then, th e

dialog

7. Click ( box, click

8. Type any name in

9. Check

) icon on the taskbar. In

Profile

Ad.Hoc

•

Make sure all connecting computers select one channel that is not the same as or adjacent to channels used by nearby communicating devices, and use an ESSID that is not used by nearby communicating devices.

and select an appropriate

tab.

Profile name

Wireless LAN Card Utility for Windows

Channel

Network Type

dialog

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•

When the WEP security of other devices, which you want to access, is

Key format

, the

Defaul

enabled, make sure to enter the

Key

and the key characters correctly.

WEP Key

10. Click dialog box closes.

11. Configure the network by setting the name of your computer and workgroup.

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.

button; then,

Apply

Hide

button.

Wireless LAN Card Utility for Windows

Communicating with Other Computers in Windows XP Professional

•

Confirm each computer is enabled for wireless LAN first.

•

1. Click

2. Click is selected, click

Make sure to log on the computer as a member of the Computer administrators group. Otherwise, you cannot set or change some settings for wireless LAN.

–

start Network and Internet Connections

Control Panel

Network Connections

–

Network Connections

. If Classic view

3. Select

connection

4. Double-click

items.

5. In

address

the

6. Click dialog box.

7. Select

8. Click

Properties

Wireless Network Connection

Network Tasks

Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)

Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties

and set a unique

Subnet mask

•

The IP address of each computer should be unique.

•

The

Wireless Networks

Computer-to-computer (ad hoc) networks only

Add…

255.255.255.0

Default gateway

Advanced

button in

dialog box.

dialog box appears.

Preferred networks

IP address

can be blank.

tab; then,

; then, click

This con n ection us es th e fo ll o wing

dialog box, select

192.168.1.2

; then, cl i ck

Advanced

Change settings of this

Use the following IP

through

OK.

button in the lower right of the

; then, cl i ck

Wireless Network Connection

192.168.1.254

and

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9. Type a name of the network in

Confirm your computer and other compu ter s are conne cting to the same network.

Wireless Network Properties

dialog box.

10. Click OK twice; then, close the

11. Configure the network by setting the name of your computer and workgroup.

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.

Control Panel

Confirming the Status of the Wireless Connection in W indows 2000

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

1. Click ( box opens. A connected network name appears in

Information

) icon on the taskbar.

Card Status

•

If you cannot find the (

Wireless LAN Configuration Utility

Administrators group).

•

Clicking

•

When the WEP security of the wireless network that you want to access is enabled, make sure to enter the

format,

Rescan

Default Key

the

Wireless LAN Card Utility for Windows

ESSID

tab if available.

) icon, click

button detects another available network.

and the Key characters corr ect ly .

Start - Programs - SHARP

(for members of the

WEP key

Connected with AP

and the

dialog

Key

2. Confirm the box.

When the quality of connection is poor, adjust the distance between the computers and other devices or the access point you are communicating

with and/or the facing direction of the computers.

Link Quality

and the

Signal Strength

on the bottom of the dialog

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Confirming the Status of the Wireless Connection in Windows XP

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

1. Click cannot find the icon click

Network

appears, go to Step 4.

2. Select a network you want to access in

Wireless Network

3. Click

4. In status.

Wireless Network Connection

to show all kinds of icon.

dialog box appears. If

dialog box; then, click

•

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

Advanced Network Connection Properties

•

When the WEP security of the wireless network that you want to access is enabled, make sure to enter the

format Networks

Wireless Network Connection

Wireless Network Connection Status

tab; then,

Key length

and

tab of

Refresh

Wireless Network Connection Properties

icon (

Wireless Network Connection Status

Available networks in Connect to

button of

correctly. (Click

icon (

dialog box, confirm your connection

or ) on the taskbar. If you

Connect to Wire less

Connect

dialog box; then, click OK.

button.

Available networks in Wireless

Networ k ke y

Add…

) on the taskbar.

button in

and select

Wireless

dialog box.)

dialog box

Key

•

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.

•

The connection quality is shown the number of green signals ( The more signals light on, the better quality is given to the computer.

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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

•

Boot: Sets where the system boots from

•

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

•

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Entering and Exiting the Setup Utili ty

1. Turn on the computer.

2. When

3. Change to the desired settings.

← or → key : Selects the menu

or ↑ key : Selects the item

↓

Minus

In the item with mark, press

the sub menu and return to the previous menu.

4. Select

5. Select one of the exit methods, and press

6. Confirm the message and press

<F2> to enter SETUP

Space

Exit

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

key : Changes the value.

appears, press F2.

Enter

to open a sub menu. Press

Enter

again. The system restarts.

to close

Esc

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Main Menu

System Time

format). Use numerals.

System Date

to move the cursor, and minus key or space bar to change numerals.

Hard Disk Type

show the details.

Internal NumLock

always disabled or not. (Num lock indicator will turn when Fn+ regardless of this setting. An external keyboard will be numlocked if connected. )

C3 State

idling.

USB Key / Mou s e E mu l at io n

mode.

Quick Boot

booting, to shorten the boot time

Quiet Boot

Video RAM Size

environment, the volume of the video memory varies automatically by the integrated video controller.

CPU Information

System Memo ry

Always set to 640KB.

Extended Memory

defines the system time, using the format

key to move the cursor, and minus key or space bar to change

Tab

defines the system date, using the format

shows the type of the hard disk of your computer. Press

defines whether the numlock keys of the built-in keyboard are

defines whether the system reduces power consumption while the CPU is

defines whether USB devices can be used in MS-DOS

defines whether the system skips the check of the internal memory while

defines whether the SHARP logo appears on the screen while booting.

shows the minimum size of the video memory. In Windows

shows the information on the CPU.

shows the volume of the conventional memory used in MS-DOS.

shows the volume of the extended memory more than 1MB.

hour:minute:second

month/day/year.

NumLk

(24-hour

Use

Tab

Enter

are pressed

key

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BIOS Version

EC/KBC Version

CLKRUN

shows the BIOS version of the system.

shows the EC or keyboard controller version of the system.

defines whether CLKRUN function is set to enabled or disabled.

Advanced Menu

LPT Port

can set the items by yourself. Auto means the Mode can be selected (

ECP Output only

Internal Pointing Devi ce System Beep Resolution Expansion

640x480 or 800x600.

Plug&Play O/S PCI Configuration

sets the printer port, selecting the LPT port mode. Enabled means that you

(Extended Capabilities Port mode),

Disabled

controls the volume level of the beep before Windows starts.

enables or disables plug & play function.

means that you cannot use the port.

enables or disables the built-in glide pad.

defines whether the screen is expanded when the resolution is

Enabled

normally has to be as default.

means that the screen is expanded.

(Enhanced Parallel Port mode) or

EPP

Bi-directional

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Security Menu

Set Supervisor Password

See the next section about the supervisor password.

Set User Password

section about the user password.

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.

Password on boot

computer.

Hard Disk boot Sector

protected. When formatting the hard disk or reinstalling software, set to

Device Configuration

system, modem, LAN, PC card, IEEE1394, and wireless LAN.

defines the user password (up to eight characters). See the next

defines whether you have to type the password for booting the

defines the supervisor password (up to eight characters).

defines whether the boot sector of the hard disk is write-

enables and disables built-in devices such as USB, Audio

Normal

Supervisor and User Password

Setting a password will protect your computer against unauthorized access. Once a password is set, the system requires the password when entering to the Setup Utility. And if computer is turned on.

Your computer supports two different levels of password security: Supervisor password and User password. You cannot set a user password unless you have set a supervisor password. If you share the computer with others, we recommend that you set both the supervisor and the user password, and let others know the user password only.

Password on boot

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

is enabled, the system will require a password when the

System Disabled

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If you type the user password when you enter the Setup Utility, you can change

System Time Security

menu only.

and

System Date

of the

Main

menu, and

Set User Password

of the

Setting the Password

1. In the

User Password

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

3. Type the same password again, and press

4. Select

Enter

5. Confirm

Security

Exit

menu of the Setup Utility, select

and press

menu and confirm

is highlighted and press

Yes

Enter

Exit Saving Changes

Enter

Set Superviso r Password

twice.

. The system restarts.

Changing the Password

1. In the

User Password

2. Type your current password, and press

3. Type your new password, and press

4. Type your new password again, and press

5. Select

Enter

Security

Exit

menu of the Setup Utility, select

and press

menu and confirm

Enter

Exit Saving Changes

Enter

Set Superviso r Password

Enter

is highlighted; then press

twice.

is highlighted; then press

Set

6. Confirm

is highlighted and press

Yes

Deleting the Password

1. In the

User Password

2. Type your current password, and press

3. Without typing any characters, press

4. Press

5. Select

Enter

6. Confirm

6-6

Security

Enter

Exit

menu of the Setup Utility, select

and press

twice.

menu and confirm

is highlighted and press

Yes

Enter

Exit Saving Changes

Enter

. The system restarts.

Set Superviso r Password

is highlighted; then press

. The system restarts.

Set

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Boot Menu

Boot Sequence

menu. The system boots from the drive at the top of the list. If the system cannot find the drive, it will boot from the second one; then, third one; then forth one. Use arrow keys to select the drive you want to move; then, use minus key or space bar to move it up and down.

USB FDD

LAN Boot

computer.

specifies where the system boots from. Press

defines whether the system boots from the USB floppy disk drive.

defines whether the system boots from other server via the LAN unit of the

Enter

to open the sub

Exit Menu

Exit Saving Changes

Exit Discarding Changes

changed.

Load Setup Defaults

of the above items.

Discard Changes

select one of the above two items.

Save Changes

two items.

saves the settings you have changed. To exit, select one of the above

saves the settings you have changed and exits the Setup Utility.

exits the Setup Utility without saving the settings you have

returns the values of all items to the default. To exit, select one

returns the values of all items to the values you last saved. To exit,

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Appendixes

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

Memory Module

You can expand the memory size by installing memory modules. For available memory modules, ask your local dealer. Default memory size is 256MB and expandable up to 512MB.

Installing a Memory Module

•

Do not handle the memory module in the locatio n w here 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 insid e the computer may be hot. Wait until it becomes cool.

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2. Open the display cover and insert the provided memory upgrade tool into the

small hole of the glide pad.

3. Pull up the memory upgrade tool. The glide pad is lift up slightly.

emory Upgrade Tool

lide Pad

Appendixes

4. Open the glide pad.

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5. Align the memory module as shown below and insert it into place, matching the

notched part of the module with the projected part of the memory socket of the computer. You hear the clicking sound when the module is set correctly.

otched Pa

emory Modul

rojected Part

emory Socke

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

otched Parts

Appendixes

rojected Pa

When you cannot insert the memory module properly, try to bend the bot latches of the slot outward and press down the module into place.

atch

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7. Set the glide pad straight up as shown below; then, replace it in the oriented

position. You hear the clicking sound when it is placed correctly.

8. Close the display cover and turn over the computer.

9. Replace the battery pack and turn over the computer; then, connect the AC adapter. See Chapter 3 for replacing the battery.

10. Open the display cover, turn on the computer, and check the memory size:

In Windows 2000

Click

General

Appendixes

In Windows XP Professional

Click Your memory size appears at the bottom of the sentence. Share video memory

size will not be included with the value.

Start

start

Settings

–

tab.

My computer

–

Uninstalling the Memory Module

1. Follow steps 1-4 of

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

Installing the Memo ry M odule

Control Panel

View system information

–

. Double-click

System

atches

icon; then, select

System Tasks

3. Remove the memory module and follow steps 7-10 shown above.

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Maintenance and Care

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

Using a Security Cable

You can connect a security cable into the security slot on the right side of your computer to prevent theft.

ecurity Slot

ecurity Cable

Appendixes

Cleaning the Computer

Cabinet

Apply a small amount of mild cleaning solution to a dry, lint-free cloth and wipe the cabinet with the cloth.

•

Never clean the computer while it is powered on.

•

Do not use alcohol, benzene, thinner or other strong chemical agents that may damage the cabinet.

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Screen

The surface of the screen may become smeared and accumulate dust during use. Avoid touching the screen with your fingers when using the system. Gently wipe the surface of the screen with a soft cloth that has been dipped in a mild detergent solution and squeezed dry.

Glide Pad

Wipe the glide pad with a soft, dry cloth.

Ventilation Openings

Dust on the ventilation openings may cause overheating of the computer. Wipe the ventilation openings with a soft, dry cloth.

Traveling with the Computer

This computer is designed for portability. For safety and convenience when traveling, please follow these guidelines.

•

Before traveling, back up your data on floppy disks or other external media.

•

Do not travel with any peripheral devices connected such as an optional external floppy disk drive unit or the provided external CD-ROM drive and also the parallel/VGA converter cable connected.

•

Do not carry the computer powered on. This may result in loss of data and/or damage to the hard disk drive.

•

Appendixes

Make sure the display cover is closed before traveling. Otherwise, the cover may be opened unawares, and the display or the keyboard will be damaged.

•

If you carry the computer in a bag, try to avoid unnecessary pressure, caused by the stuff of the bag, to the computer.

•

Disconnect the AC adapte r from the compu ter.

•

Fully charge the standard battery pack and bring the AC adapter and the AC power cord.

•

Avoid sudden shocks or extreme vibration.

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