Sharp PC-9820 User Manual

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Notice for Users Notice for Users in Canada

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About This Manual

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

Manual Conventions

Table of Contents Appearance of the

Users

Chapter 1: Quick Setup

Unpacking the Connecting to AC Opening the Notebook Turning Power SettingupWindows Setting Original Shutting Down

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Choosing Power

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Chapter 5: Communication Functions

Infrared Communication Modem

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Chapter 6: Hardware Expansion

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Chapter 7: Security Features

Passwords Security Slot

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Chapter 8: System Configuration Utility

Running the System Configuration Utility Main menu Advanced menu Security menu.. Power menu.. Exit menu

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Appearance of the Notebook

Each number after the arrow indicates the page referring to the part.

General View

LCD Screen -+

GlidePoi

Status Indicators

AC Power Battery Power Battery Charge

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Status Indicators

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CD-ROM Drive

Hard Disk Floppy Disk Num Lock Caps Lock Scroll Lock Drive

Drive

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Port --, 5-f

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Left

CD Tray Eject Hall * T-5

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Output Jack I+

Input Jack

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ower Switch + l-4

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CHAPTER 1

Quick Setup

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

Unpacking the Notebook

Your notebook comes securely packaged in a sturdy cardboard shipping carton. Upon receiving your notebook, open the carton and carefully remove its contents. In

addition to this Operation Manual, the shipping carton should contain the following items:

Notebook computer

AC adapter

AC adapter cable

Modem cable (only in US and Canada)

Battery Pack

Windows 95 CD-ROM

Backup CD-ROM

Setup Boot Disk

Introducing Microsoft Windows 95

Reinstallation Instructions

TranXit Quick Reference Guide

SuperVoice User’s Guide (only in US and Canada)

Sharp Import/Export User’s Guide (not available in Germany)

Profilink Windows (only in Germany)

Notice to Users

Carefully inspect each component to make sure nothing is missing or damaged. If any of these items is missing or damaged, notify your dealer immediately. Be sure to save the shipping materials and carton in case you need to ship or store the notebook in the future.

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Connecting to AC Power

Your notebook works with either the rechargeable battery or AC power. See the next chapter for more information on power sources. Before using the notebook for the first time:

Make sure the notebook is turned off.

Connect the notebook and the AC adapter with the adapter cable.

Plug the AC power cord into the AC adapter.

Always use the AC adapter included with the notebook.

AC adapters may damage the notebook.

Always hold the AC power cord by its plug when pulling

wall outlet.

Using other

off

from

the

Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet.

To Wall Outlet

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Opening the Notebook

To open your notebook:

Slide the display lock latch until the screen cover releases, and raise the cover.

1. Tilt the cover to a comfortable viewing position.

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Turning Power On

To turn on the power:

Make sure your notebook is connected to the AC Power.

When using the notebook for the first time, be sure to connect it to an AC

power. Zf using the battery instead, you may not be able to complete the

Windows 95 setup when the battery does not have enough power.

Press the power switch.

When you turn on the notebook, the power indicator notebook goes through a self test to detect any problems, and Windows 95 starts. When using the notebook for the first time, a dialog box called the Windows 95

Setup wizard appears to guide you through the Windows 95 setup.

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(X3)

lights green, the

Setting up Windows 95

The first steps in the setup process are as follows:

l Gathering information l Configuring your computer l Restarting your computer

To set up Windows 95, follow the instructions on the screen. See also the manual of Windows 95. It takes approximately 20 minutes to complete the entire setup process.

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Setting Original Wallpaper

After setting up Windows 9.5, set the SHARP original wallpaper in the following

procedure.

Double-click the

1. corner of the screen.

When the message appears, click OK. The SHARP original wallpaper is

displayed on the screen.

Click me to set up SHARP Wallpaper

icon at the upper right

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Shutting Down the System

To turn off the notebook:

From the

1. Click Yes, and the notebook turns off automatically.

Start

menu, select

Zf you have not saved a file, a dialog box will appear asking if you want

‘to

save it or not.

l Do not turn off or reset the notebook while the hard disk or floppy disk

drive indicator is lit. Doing so may damage or even wipe out the data.

l To protect the screen, always close the screen cover while the notebook

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Before turning it back on, wait at least 10 seconds after turning off the notebook.

the notebook’s electrical circuitry.

Turning the power off and on in rapid succession can damage

Shut Down.

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Basic Operations

CHAPTER 2

This chapter describes the basic operations you can perform on the notebook.

Choosing Power Source

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

AC power from a wall outlet

l Rechargeable battery pack

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

About the Power Indicators

The power indicators show the power status of your notebook.

Indicator

AC power

Battery power

Battery charge

For more information on Suspend to RAM, see Chapter 3.

Using the AC Adapter

When connected to a wall outlet, the AC adapter provides power for operation or charges the battery. The AC input voltage can range from 100 to 240 volts so that

you can use the notebook with the appropriate plug adapter.

The AC power cord included with the notebook is appropriate for the voltage of your local area. wall outlet other than in your local area, check the voltage of the outlet

and use an ACpower cord appropriate for the outlet.

Green Light

On Blinking

On (green) On (orange)

Blinking (red)

Suspended to RAM (while operating with AC)

Operating with the battery power Suspended to RAM (while operating with battery)

Fully charged Being charged

Almost completely discharged. (The warning beep sounds)

If you attempt to connect the notebook to a

You can also install the AC adapter into the left-side bay. Refer to the section of

Installing a Bay Unit

in this chapter for details.

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Resetting, the System

You may need to reset the system after adding hardware or software so that your notebook will recognize the newly installed devices or software. When the message appears after the installation, click OK, Yes, etc. to restart Windows 95.

You can also restart Windows 95 from the Start menu. Select Shut down; then,

Restart the computer?.

Warm Boot

If the system is locked up because of a software problem, you can reset or reboot the system by pressing the keys again to restart the notebook.

Resetting may cause data loss.

Windows 95 Shut Down does not work because of software malfunction. Although resetting will not damage the system, you may lose the data you are processing.

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keys simultaneously. Press the

Use the software reset only if the normal

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Power Switch

You can turn off the notebook with the power switch if you encounter hardware or software problems which lock up the system.

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Operating

Your notebook is provided with an integrated pointing device called GlidePoint. Through GlidePoint, you can move the pointer, select an item among the menu, etc.

just like with a mouse. GlidePoint is also compatible with a

GlidePoint

PS/2

mouse.

l Do not hit or scratch the surface of the

GlidePoint

with pointed objects

(such as a ballpoint pen).

l Do not operate the

GlidePoint

Using the

Take a moment to become familiar with how the GlidePoint works.

GlidePoint

to operate incorrectly.

GlidePoint

with a

moist

finger.

This may cause

Place Your Fingertip

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

Move Your Fingertip

The rectangular pad of the GlidePoint 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 GlidePoint is very sensitive, and you do not

have to exert a lot of pressure on the pad. GlidePoint will respond to a light touch

from your fingertip.

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Click, Double-click, and Right-click

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

twice gently.

Drag and Drop

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

Position the pointer over the object such as an icon or window.

Press the left button; do not release it.

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

Release the button when the object comes to the appropriate place.

You can also drag and drop by tapping the GlidePoint.

Position the pointer over the object.

Gently tap twice on the pad. On the second tap, keep your finger in contact with the pad.

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

Release the button when the object comes to the appropriate place.

Changing the Configuration

You can change the configuration of the GlidePoint, such as swapping left and right buttons, changing the pointer size, etc. To adjust the configuration:

From the Start menu, select

Double-click the Mouse icon. The Mouse Properties window opens.

If you swap the left and right buttons,

an alternative method ofpressing the left button will no longer

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function.

Your finger or palm may unconsciously touch the

touching is recognized as “tapping” or click, and the system works as

ifyou click. To avoid this inconvenience, you can disable the tapping

function

Tapping, and click OK

Settings - Control Panel.

in the Mouse Properties

“

tapping” on the

window. Select

GlidePoint.

Tapping,

GlidePoint

This

uncheck

Using Keyboard

Your notebook, equipped with the Windows Enhanced Keyboard, provides all the functionality of a full-sized desktop keyboard. You should familiarize yourself with the special notebook function keystrokes.

Windows Logo Keys

Opens the Windows Start menu.

Provides application-specific short-cut menu equivalent to the right-clicking.

System Function Keys

Your notebook provides system function keys. When pressed in conjunction with the Fn key, these keys set specific system parameters and are sometimes referred to as “hot keys”.

Do not use the above system function keys while recording sound.

Decreases the sound volume.

Increases the sound volume.

Switches the display output between the LCD screen, TV and external monitor (if connected). However, you should use this key combination only when you cannot switch the display in Windows 95. See the Display section in chapter 4 for details.

Decreases the LCD screen brightness.

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Increases the LCD screen brightness.

Turns on and off the battery low warning beep.

Turns on and off the screen backlighting?

Puts the notebook in suspend mode (to RAM or to Disk, according to the setup selection).

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Changing Bay Units

When shipped, your notebook is equipped with the CD-ROM drive in the right-side bay and with the floppy disk drive in the left-side bay. You can remove these drives and replace them as follows:

Right-side Bay

l Battery pack ”

. Floppy disk drive

Left-side Bay

l Battery pack l AC adapter

The AC adapter can only be installed in the left-side bay.

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The CD-ROM drive can only be installed in the right-side bay.

Removing the Bay Unit

You cannot use two floppy disk drives installed at the same time.

Turn off the notebook. Disconnect the AC adapter and all the peripheral devices. Turn the notebook upside down on a flat place. Slide the bay lock latch to the releasing position, and gently draw the unit out.

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A bay unit may become hot after long use.

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Installing a Bay Unit

Make sure the notebook is turned off and upside down.

1. Insert the unit into the bay with the connector forward.

2. When the unit is correctly installed, you hear a clicking sound, and the bay

lock latch returns to the original position.

When using the AC adapter in the bay, you do not need the adapter cable.

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Using Floppy Disks

You can use double-density (2DD) 720KB or high-density (2HD) disks.

1.44MB

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.

Do not leave floppy disks on the built-in speakers; the magnets inside the speakers may destroy the data in the disks.

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

Do not spill liquid onto the disk.

Inserting and Removing a Floppy Disk

Inserting

Hold the floppy disk with the arrow facing up and towards the drive. Slide the disk into the drive until it clicks into place. When you set the floppy disk correctly, the eject button

pops

out.

floppy

.’

l Always insert a l When inserting the disk into the notebook, make sure it is not upside

down.

l Do not push the disk into the notebook by excessive force.

j7oppy

disk straight into the notebook.

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Removing

Make sure the floppy disk drive indicator is not lit. Press the eject button to pop out the disk slightly. Remove it and store it away properly.

Formatting a Floppy Disk

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

1. disk drive.

Double-click My Computer on the desktop.

2. Click 3 % Floppy [A:]. From the File menu, select Format.

From the capacity drop-down list, select

Click Start to start formatting.

When you format a floppy disk, all the data in the disk are lost.

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Backing Up Data

We recommend that you regularly backup the data on your hard disk drive Windows 95 has a backup function to let you easily back up your data.

From the Start menu, select Programs -Accessories - System Tools - Backup to start the backup operation. For more information, see the Windows 95 Help.

Backup method may

diSfer

depending on software in use.

Installing and Uninstalling Floppy Disk Drive

The floppy disk drive is originally installed into the left-side bay; however, you can

install it into the right-side bay. See the previous section for the details.

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Using CD

Compact disc (CD) is a storage medium with which you can read data, play music, install and run programs, etc. The CD-ROM drive is available in the right-side bay of your notebook.

Handling CDs

Do not write on either side of the disc, particularly the non-label side. Data is read from the non-label side. Do not mark this surface.

Keep your discs away from direct sunlight, heat and excessive moisture. Always hold the CDs by the edges. Fingerprints, dirt or water on the CDs can

cause noise or mistracking. 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 CD-ROM drive only when the notebook is on.

Make sure the CD-ROM drive indicator is not lit (it is supposed to blink

1. periodically because of Windows Auto Play function).

Press the eject button to open the CD tray slightly.

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Gently pull out the tray.

Place your CD, label side up, on the tray.

Slightly press the center of the CD until it clicks into place.

Gently push the CD tray back into the notebook.

l When inserting a CD, do not use force.

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l Make sure the CD is correctly inserted into the tray, then close the tray.

l Do not leave the CD tray open. Also, avoid touching the lens in the

tray. If the lens becomes dirty, the CD-ROM may malfunction.

l Do not wipe the lens with materials with rough surface (such as paper

towels). Instead, use a cotton swab to gently wipe the lens.

FDA regulations require the following statement for all laser-based devices:

“Caution, Use of controls or adjustments or performance ofprocedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

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Operating a CD

You can operate a CD with a software application named Sharp Player, which comes with your notebook.

If audio or video files in a CD is not running smoothly:

Turn on or restart the notebook.

1. When the message

2. press F2. Click Power and uncheck the item Enable Power Management.

3. Click Exit and select Save Changes and Exit; then, click OK. The system

restarts. From the Start menu, select Settings - Control Panel.

5. Double-click the Power icon.

Uncheck the item Allow Windows to manage power use on this computer.

7. Click OK and follow the instructions on the screen.

cF2>

to enter the System Configuration Utility appears,

Removing a CD

Make sure the CD-ROM drive indicator is not lit.

Press the eject button to open the CD tray slightly.

Gently pull out the tray.

Remove the CD from the tray.

Gently push the CD tray back into the notebook.

l When opening the CD tray, if the CD is still spinning, wait until it has

stopped, then remove it.

l Do not remove

otherwise the notebook may malfunction.

l Maximum output and wavelength of the laser:

the

CD if the CD-ROM indicator LED is still lit;

4.3mW,

780nm

For uninstalling and reinstalling the CD-ROM drive, see the section of

Installing a Bay Unit.

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CHAPTER 3

Battery and Power Management

This chapter explains how to manage the notebook’s power effectively and use optional battery packs.

Battery Pack

When not connected to an external power source, your notebook operates with the rechargeable battery pack. The duration of the battery life may be longer if the notebook’s Power Management is active. To activate the power management:

Turn on or restart the notebook.

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

Click Power. Check the item Enable Power Management and Max Power Saving.

Click Exit; then, Save Changes and Exit, and click OK. The system restarts.

An optional battery pack, which is the same type with the standard battery pack, is also available.

The amount of time a battery charge will last will depend on the notebook usage. Applications which heavily use the peripherals, like

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the floppy disk or the CD-ROM drive, will experience shorter power on time.

When the battery is not charged, your notebook may not operate

properly.

If you see an error message in the booting time, press F2 to open the System Configuration set the System Configuration Utility and restart the system.

When using the notebook for hours with the battery pack, enable the

power management, set the suspend-to-disk mode and check the item

Max Power Saving. Refer to the Power Management section in this

chapter and the Power section in Chapter 8.

Connect the AC adapter to charge the battery.

Utility.Gowing

the instructions in Chapter

Installing the Battery Pack

You can install the battery pack either in the right- or left-side bay of your notebook as in the same way with other units. See Chapter 2.

l Before installing or uninstalling the battery pack, turn off your

notebook, If not, the system may malfunction or the data may be lost.

l Incorrect installation of the battery is dangerous. Replace the battery

only with Sharp’s optional battery packs. Discard used batteries according to the dealer’s instructions and the proper disposal methods

for your area.

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The procedure for recharging an optional battery pack is the same as the

standard battery.

Initializing the Battery Pack

Before using the battery pack for the first time, be sure to initialize it. Initialization includes discharging and fully recharging twice.

Make sure the battery pack is installed.

Turn on the notebook. When the message

3. F2 to open the System Configuration Utility.

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

Connect the notebook to the AC adapter and fully charge the battery pack.

Repeat the above steps 2-5.

l If you connect the notebook to wall outlet while discharging the

battery, the initialization is cancelled.

l You cannot initialize two battery packs at the same time.

<F2>

to enter System Configuration Utility appears, press

Charging the Battery

Turn off the notebook.

Connect the AC adapter to the notebook. Wait until the battery is fully charged. While the battery is being charged, the

3. battery charge indicator lights orange.

When the battery is fully charged, the battery charge indicator lights green. The charging time may vary according to the status of the notebook.

As a pre-caution, under long hours of operation, the notebook will stop

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charging the battery automatically when too hot. This

cause the battery charge indicator to go o When the temperature is low

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again, the system resumes charging the battery.

Checking the Battery Level

From the Start menu, select Settings - Control Panel.

1. Double-click Power and read the battery level.

l Double-clicking the battery or AC plug icon on the taskbar shows the

battery power remaining.

l The battery power remaining is an approximate figure.

operating time expected may be time, depending on the use of the notebook. If the the difference is too large, initialize the battery pack as per above

Low Battery Indication

When the battery power becomes significantly low, the battery charge indicator

(a)

blinks red and the warning beep sounds. To stop the beep, press Fn +

When the low battery power is indicated, save your data and turn off the notebook, or connect the notebook to a wall outlet immediately. If not, the notebook will enter the suspend-to-disk mode and.will store the contents of the memory in the suspend- to-disk partition. When your notebook suspends, do not turn on the notebook before connecting to a wall outlet or installing a fully charged battery.

Even if you set Suspend Data to to RAM in the System Configuration

Utility, the notebook will be suspended to disk in case of low battery

power.

different

from

The remaining

the actual remaining

pzre.

FlO.

The remaining operating time depends on the power you are consuming. If you are using the audio system, PC card slot or hard and floppy disk drives, your notebook may consume more battery life.

,See

also the section about the power management in this chapter,

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Maintaining the Battery Pack

To keep the battery life long:

Initialize the battery pack especially when the difference between battery power remaining and the actual operating time is too large.

l Turn off your notebook when you are not using it.

Changing the Battery Pack

The capacity of a battery pack gradually decreases when used repeatedly (the deterioration rate depends on the operating temperature and environment). If the battery life becomes extremely short even after the initialization, you should change the battery pack. Before using a new battery pack, initialize it. Note that your local area may have rules of battery disposal.

Backup battery

In addition to the main battery, your notebook contains a backup battery to save

information in’the System Configuration Utility (See Chapter 8). If your notebook begins to lose its time and date setting, bring it to a local dealer for replacement of this backup battery.

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Power Management

The power management saves electricity and extends battery life by controlling power supply to built-in devices. Your notebook provides two types of power management: BIOS (Basic Input Output System) power management and Windows power management.

BIOS Power Management

The BIOS power management contains four modes. Your system enters a power

management mode, depending on the condition you have set in the System Configuration Utility.

l Idle mode

Decreases the CPU speed. Your system enters the idle mode if you enable it.

. Stand-by mode

Stops the CPU clock and the power supply to the LCD screen and the hard disk

drive. Your system enters the standby mode if the specified time has passed without any operation. To resume from the standby mode, press any key or touch the GlidePoint.

l Suspend-to-RAM mode

Stores the current status in the RAM and stops power supply to all but a few

essential components. Your system enters and resumes from the suspend-to-

RAM mode in the condition mentioned below. In the suspend to RAM, the AC power indicator or the battery power indicator blinks green.

l Suspend-to-disk mode

Saves the current condition in an area of hard disk, which is called “suspend-to- disk partition,” and turns off the notebook. Your system enters and resumes from the suspend-to-disk mode in the condition mentioned below.

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Switching to Each Mode

idle Mode

Standby Mode

The power management does not switch to the mode you have set to

Disabled.

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Suspend Modes

The BIOS power management contains two types of suspend modes: suspend-to-

RAM mode and suspend-to-disk mode. You can define which suspend mode the system enters for the details.

Your notebook enters a suspend mode in each of the following cases:

The specified time has passed without any operation

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in the System Configuration Utility. See Chapter 8

You select You press FntF12 The battery level is low (always suspended to disk) The screen cover is closed (if you have selected Suspend in Cover Close of the

item

Your notebook resumes from the suspend-to-RAM mode in each of the following cases:

l You press any key

The time specified in Resume on Time in the System Configuration Utility

appears

l The modem receives a call (in US and Canada only)

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Suspend

Custoinize

in the

Start

in the System Configuration Utility)

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If you want to resume your system by a phone call:

Turn on the notebook.

1. When the message

cF2>

to enter System Configuration Utility appears, press

F2. Click Power; then, Customize.

3. Set the item of Resume On Modem Ring to Enabled.

4. Click OK.

5. In the Exit menu, select Save Changes and Exit; then, click OK. The system

restarts. From the Start menu, select Settings - Control Panel.

7. Double-click Power.

8. In the Power Properties dialog box, click Advanced.

10. Check the item of Wake up the computer when the phone rings.

11. Click OK twice.

Your notebook resumes from the suspend-to-disk mode by pressing the power switch. The system restores the exact state as it was when entering the suspend mode. If the notebook enters the suspend mode by low battery power, however, you have to connect the notebook to AC power first. Suspend to Disk is useful when you want to turn off the notebook and reopen the same windows after turning it on.

. With a

filly

charged battery, your notebook will remain in Suspend to

RAM mode for approximately 7 hours. If your battery becomes

completely discharged during Suspend to RAM, you will data and will need to reboot your notebook.

Therefore, if you are

Iose

unsaved

planning to leave your notebook suspended for long periods of time, we

recommend Suspend to Disk.

Usually 69MB of your hard disk space has been reserved as the

suspend-to-disk partition when your notebook shipped from the factory.

This means you can safely suspend to disk if the notebook has 64MB of

installed memory.

When the system enters or resumes from Suspend to Disk mode, you can see some flicker on the display.

sufficient battery power does not remain, your notebook will not

However, this is not a malfunction.

resume from a suspend mode. To resume it from a suspend mode, connect the notebook to the wail outlet.

a PC card does not work properly after your notebook resumes from

the Suspend to Disk, restart the notebook.

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l In the DOS mode, when the system enters the suspend mode after the

specified time has passed, the system clock stops. Reset it with the System Configuration Utility.

When entering or resuming from a suspended mode, be sure to observe the following precautions. Otherwise, the notebook may not operate correctly after the notebook has

Do not turn off the notebook when the system is suspended to RAM.

resumed from

the suspend mode.

The RAM contents will be lost.

l Do not operate the keyboard, GlidePoint or mouse in the process of

entering or resuming from the suspended mode.

l Before the system enters a suspended mode, terminate any

communications and make sure that no video or audio playback or recording is in progress.

l Make sure the Windows power management is on.

See the latter part

of this section.

Setting the Condition of BIOS Power Management

You can select one of the following conditions of the power management in the System Configuration Utility:

Max Performance

Balanced Power Saving

Max Power Saving

Customize

If you select Customize, you can set:

Hard Disk Power Down After

Idle Mode

Standby After

Suspend After

Suspend Data to

Cover Close

Battery Low Warning Beep

VGA Activity

Resume On Time

Resume On Modem Ring

See Chapter 8 for details.

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Windows Power Management

In addition to the BIOS power management you can adjust in the System

Configuration Utility, your notebook complies with the Windows power management. Utilizing the Windows power management, your notebook stops or controls power supply to the hard disk or the display.

To Stop Power Supply to the Hard Disk

From the

1. Double-click

Check the item

click Select Disk Drive and set the power management.

Click

OK.

Start

menu, select

Power.

Settings - Control Panel.

Allow Windows to manage power use on this computer,

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When using communication software or if sound or voice pauses or skips while played back, set the Windows power management to

Off.

To Stop/control Power Supply to the Display

From the

1. Double-click

Select

Set the items in

Start

menu, select

Display.

Screen Saver.

Energy saving features of monitor,

Settings - Control Panel.

and click

OK.

and

Note that the power management may not seem to function in the

following conditions:

When a clock is displayed on the

When you are using an application program that accesses the hard

disk periodically

When the IR monitor is available (refer to Chapter 5)

When the (refer to the section of

When Windows auto insert notification of CD isfunctioning

To determine if auto insert notification is functioning:

USB

port is enabled

From the Double-click Select Double-click

Select

Start

Device Manager.

Settings. You

Universal Serial Bus)

menu, select

System.

CD-ROM,

can see whether

taskbar

Settings - Control Panel.

then,

MATSHITA UJDAllO.

Auto insert notification

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CHAPTER 4

Peripherals

This chapter describes how to use peripheral devices of your notebook. You can

connect a printer, external monitor, external keyboard, mouse, or any other device to

the parallel, RS-232C serial or keyboard/mouse ports.

Using Peripherals

You can use the following peripheral devices. For the details, refer to the section explaining each device, and contact your dealer.

Be sure to turn off the notebook and the peripheral device before connecting them. Some devices have to be turned on after the notebook is turned on.

Peripherals 4-1

Display

You can use a CRT monitor or a TV set as an external monitor. To display only on a CRT monitor, use a VGA-compliant model or model with 1024x768 or higher resolution. To display on CRT and LCD simultaneously, use a model with

1024x768 or higher resolution.

Connecting a CRT Monitor

From the

Double-click Select

3. Select

4. If you see Show all devices in the dialog box, select it. If not, go on to the next

5. step.

Select the manufacturer and the model name of which CRT you want to

6. connect.

Click

7. Follow the instructions on the screen, if any.

8. Close the

Turn off the notebook and the CRT monitor.

10. Open the connector compartment cover on the rear side of the notebook.

11. With a 15-pin monitor cable, connect the CRT monitor to the external monitor

12. port of your notebook. If the connector has screws, tighten them.

Turn on the CRT monitor and the notebook. The display is shown only through

13.

the CRT monitor first.

Switch the display in the procedure in the latter part of this section..

14.

Start

menu, select

Display.

Settings;

Monitor;

OK;

then,

Change . . .

then, Close.

Advanced Properties.

Display Properties

Settings - Control Panel.

window by clicking OK.

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Connecting a TV Set

Turn off the notebook and the TV set.

1. Using a video cable, connect the video output jack of the notebook to the TV

2. set.

Turn on the TV set, and set it to the video mode.

Turn on the notebook.

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From the Start menu, select Settings - Control Panel.

_ .

Double-click the Display icon.

Select the Display Device tab, and click OK. In the Display Device box, select TV. Please ignore the warning message. It is

8. not a trouble.

Click OK. Switch the display using the procedures below.

10.

If you want to output sound, connect the audio output jack of your

notebook to the audio input jack of the TVset.

Switching the Display

From the Start menu, select Setting - Control Panel.

Double-click Display.

Click the Display Device tab. Display Control Plus for Windows 95 appears.

_ .

Click OK. Select the display. Although a warning message appears, it is not a problem.

Click OK twice.

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Some CRTs, which are not compliant with your notebook, may not

display correctly. You can also switch the display in the System Configuration Utility. While playing video or animation, you may not be able to switch the display. If you have used the LCD only or the LCD and CRT simultaneously with the resolution of 800x600 or less, the screen appears on the display specified in the System Configuration Utility when restarting.

Changing Resolution and Number of Colors

When shipped, your notebook has the default resolution of 1024x768 and the color palette of High Color (16 bit). To change the resolution and the number of colors:

From the Start menu, select Setting - Control Panel.

Double-click Display. Click the Settings tab.

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Peripherals 4-3

Select the number of the colors in the Color palette, and select the resolution in

4. Desktop area. Refer to the table below.

Click OK twice.

Click Yes.

Resolutions and Colors you can choose

Number of Colors

Resolution

640 x 480

800 x 600 256

1024 x 768

1280 x 1024

1600 x 1200

256 64K

16M

64K 64K 64K

16M

256 64K

16M

not available

You cannot switch to the display resolution and colors that are not

available.

In the Color Palette, High Color (16 bit) means 65,536 (64K) colors, and

True Color (24 bit) means about

you select True Color in the Color Palette,

The drawing speed of screen is decreased,

The screen seems corrupted when displaying video or animation, and

The screen cannot display when you use a

LCD CRT

256 256 64K 64K 64K

16M

256

16M 16M

256 256

64K 64K

16M 16M

256 64K 256

Simultaneous Display

(LCD & CRT)

256

16M

256

not available not available

not available

16,770,OOO (16M)

ZVport

16M

not available

colors.

compliant PC card.

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Printer

Before using the printer, read the printer manual.

To use a printer, complete the following procedures:

l Connecting the Printer

l Setting the System Configuration Utility

l Installing the Printer Driver

Connecting a Printer

Turn off the notebook and the printer.

1. Open the connector compartment cover on the rear side of the notebook.

2. With a

3. If the connector has screws, tighten them.

25pin

cable, connect the printer to the parallel port of your notebook.

Setting the System Configuration Utility

Turn on or restart the notebook.

1. When the message

2. F2.

Click

Advanced.

Select

LPT Port;

Click

Exit

Click OK. The system restarts.

cF2>

then,

and select

to enter System Configuration Utility

LPTl, Addr 378 IRQ7,

Save Changes and Exit.

and click

V’

appears, press

OK.

If your printer does not operate appropriately, change

Mode

under the

Advanced

Installing the Printer Driver

From the

Double-click

Start

menu, select

Add Printer. Add Printer Wizard appears.

Settings - Printers.

LPT Extended

menu, referring to the printer manual.

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Peripherals 4-5

Click Next.

3. Select the manufacturer and the printer, and click Next.

4. model name of your printer, you have to install the printer driver attached to the printer. See the printer manual.

Select

LPTl

5. Make sure the printer name is correct, and click Next.

6. Decide whether to print a test page, and click

7. page, make sure the printer is ready.

and click Next.

Fbzish.

~If

you cannot see the

Before printing a test

4-6 Peripherals

Keyboard/Mouse

You can use a full size desktop keyboard or external mouse with your notebook. The ways of connecting a follows.

PS/2

mouse and a serial mouse are slightly different as

Connecting a Keyboard or

Turn off the notebook.

1. Connect the cable from your mouse or keyboard to the keyboard/mouse port

2. on the right side.

Turn on the notebook.

l Never connect or disconnect the devices to the keyboard/mouse port

when the notebook is powered on.

operate improperly.

When connecting a mouse, you cannot use the GlidePoint.

PS/2

Connecting a Serial Mouse

Turn off the notebook.

1. Open the connector compartment cover on the rear side.

Connect the serial mouse to the RS-232C serial port. Tighten the screws if

they are present. Turn on the notebook.

When the message

5. F2.

Click Advanced.

6. Select COM Port; then,

7. In the Advanced menu, uncheck the item Pointing Device(PSf2 Mouse).

8. Click Save Changes and Exit in the Exit menu; then OK. The system restarts.

<F2>

to enter System Configuration Utility appears, press

RS232fDisabled

Mouse

This may cause the notebook to

RS-232fIr;

then, OK.

If the serial mouse you have connected does not operate appropriately:

Press the Windows logo key, select Settings with the arrow key and press

Enter. Select Control Panel, and press Enter.

Peripherals 4-7

Select Mouse, and press Enter. Pressing Ctrl + Tab, select the General tab. v

Pressing Tab, select Change, and press Enter.

5. Select the manufacturer and model name with the arrow key, make sure the

OK button is highlighted and press Enter.

Pressing Tab, select Close, and press Enter.

Make sure Yes is highlighted, and press Enter. The notebook restarts.

When the serial mouse is active, you cannot use the GlidePoint nor a

PSI2

mouse.

Using a mouse and an external keyboard

To use a serial mouse and an external keyboard (or ten key pad):

In the Advanced menu of the System Configuration Utility, set COM Port to RS-

232lDisabled or RS-232lIr.

To use a

PSJ2

mouse and a serial ten key pad:

In the Advanced menu of the System Configuration Utility, check Pointing Device

(PSI2

Mouse).

4-8 Peripherals

Video System

You can display video image from a TV set or VCR.

Connecting Video Equipment

Turn off the notebook and the video equipment.

1. Connect the video input jack of the notebook to the video output jack of the

2. video equipment (you can use a video cable in the market).

Turn on the notebook.

. .

If you want to input sound, connect the audio input jack of your notebook

to the audio output jack of the video equipment.

Setting the Software

From the Start menu, select Programs

From the

View

menu, select

Video Viewer.

Finishing the Video Viewing

Click the X button at the upper right corner.

From the File menu, select Exit.

2. Disconnect the cable.

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Peripherals 4-9

Audio System

Connecting audio equipment

Turn off the notebook and any connected peripherals.

Use the following audio cable for the connection:

To output the notebook’s audio signal to the audio equipment:

To input audio signal from the audio equipment to the notebook:

Turn on the notebook.

When using the audio output jack, you cannot use the built-in speakers.

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Connecting an external microphone

Turn off the notebook. Connect the external microphone to the external microphone jack on the right

2. side.

Turn on the notebook.

When using an external microphone, you cannot use the built-in

microphone.

Peripherals 4-11

Universal Serial Bus

Your notebook has a new interface called Universal Serial Bus (USB). This interface unifies the connection between computers and peripheral devices such as

keyboards, mice, speakers, modems, and printers. Through the USB, you could connect/disconnect the peripherals without turning off the notebook. See manuals of peripheral devices supporting USB.

To Use a USB-supporting Device

From the Start menu, select Settings - Control Panel.

1. Double-click System.

2. Select Device Manager.

3. If you find t mark at Universal serial bus controller, click the mark. If you

find - mark, go on to the next step. Double-click Intel 82371AB PCI to USB Universal Host Controller.

5. Uncheck Disable in this hardware profile.

Click OK.

To stop using the USB port, check Disable in this hardware profile in the above step

is not guaranteed that all

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USB

devices in future will operate correctly.

CHAPTER 5

Communication Functions

This chapter explains how to use infrared communications and the built-in modem.

Infrared Communication

Using the IR (infrared) port located on the right side of your notebook, you can

wirelessly communicate with infrared-equipped devices such as electronic

organizers, computers or printers. See the manual or online help of each application for the details.

Positioning and Preparing the Notebook and the Target Device

To establish wireless communication:

Put your notebook on a flat surface.

1. Place the target device so that its IR port is in line with that of the notebook.

2. Adjust the distance between the IR ports to less than 20 inches (50 cm).

When using a Sharp electronic organizer, make sure the two IR ports are

within 4 inches (10 cm) apart.

Setting for Infrared Communication

You have to set the following items in the System Configuration Utility.

Turn on or restart your notebook.

1. When the message

2. F2.

In the Advanced menu, make sure the

3. is set to

In the

Click

After the notebook restarts, turn off the Windows power management (see

Chapter 3).

Disabledllr, RS-232lIr

Power

Exit;

cF2>

to enter System Configuration Utility

menu, uncheck the item

then,

Save Changes and Exit.

Mode is set to

IrDAl.1

MODEMlIr.

Enable Power Management.

appears,

and COM Port

press

. Do not enter a suspend mode during the infrared communication.

Do not use a cellular phone or PHS near the notebook during the

infrared communication.

Communication Functions 5-1

Setting for Each Application

The settings for each communications software are different as below; however,

most of

them are automatically

done.

(Direct Cable Connection, etc.)

IR Type The two available IR types are usually IrDA (Infrared Data Association) and ASK (Amplitude Shift Keying). An appropriate IR type for each application is automatically selected.

Physical Port The physical port for the application except TranXit is automatically set. The physical port for TranXit is set when you install it.

Logical Port

To use TranXit, Zrlink, or Import/Export, disable the logical port:

From the

1. Double-click

Select

Uncheck

Click

Start

menu, select

Settings - Control Panel.

Infrared.

Options.

Enabled infrared communication on:.

OK.

For users in US & Canada:

To use Import/Export, also set the port to COM5 in the application. To use Zrlink, double-click Sharp ZR, set ASK to COM4 and IrDA to COM5,

and click OK. Also set the port to COM4 in the application. For users in other countries:

To use Zrlink or Import/Export, also set the port to COM4 in the application.

Although seeming contradictory to the above, this step is necessary.

5-2 Communication Functions

After using TranXit, Zrlink, or Import/Export, enable the logical port.

SHARP IR Icon

For IrDA communication, your notebook is continuously emitting infrared rays to search other IR devices. If necessary, you can temporally disable this infrared emission.

From the Start menu, select Settings - Control Panel.

1. Double-click the SHARP ZR icon.

Turn off the IR communication.

3. Click OK.

Other Communications software

For some communications software, you may have to change the assignment of the

logical port:

From the Start menu, select Settings - Control Panel.

1. Double-click SHARP ZR.

2. Select Ports.

Change the settings, and click OK.

When the message You have changed the infrared communication port

appears, click OK.

Communication Functions 5-3

Modem (US and Canada only)

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

Connecting the Modem to Telephone Line

Turn off your notebook.

1. Connect one end of the included modem cable to the modem jack on the left

2. side of your notebook.

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

3. Turn on the notebook.

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

Setting the Modem in the System Configuration Utility

To use communication software:

Turn on your notebook.

1. Press the F2 key when the message

2. appears.

the Advanced

MODEMIRS-232,

COMl

has to be set for the modem.

In the

5-4 Communication Functions

Power

Click

Exit;

After the notebook restarts, turn off the Windows power management (see Chapter 3).

menu of the System Configuration Utility, set

MODEMlIr

menu, uncheck the item of

then,

Save Changes and Exit;

<F2>

to enter System Configuration

MODEM/Disabled,

Enable Power Management.

then,

OK.

and click

COMPort

OK.

Namely,

Other Settings

From the Start menu, select Settings - Control Panel.

1. Double-click the Modems icon.

Set each item, following the instructions on the screen.

3. Set the

COMport

of the modem

,to COM,

when necessary.

Communication Speed

The built-in modem of your notebook applies the K56flex method, which provides the following features:

The maximum communication speed is different between sending and receiving. The receiving speed is

The communication speed may vary depending on the traffic. If the other side of your communication (such as an Internet provider) is not

compliant with K56flex, the maximum speed is 33600bps.

56000bps,

and the sending speed is 33600bps.

Using communications software

l Do not enter suspend mode while using communications software. l You cannot use the speakerphone features in SuperVoice.

You have to set parameters such as modem speed (baud rate) and line type (pulse dialing or tone dialing) within the communications software you are using. For details, see the documentation or online help of the software.

Communication Functions 5-5

CHAPTER 6

Hardware Expansion

This chapter describes how to handle PC cards and increase memory of the notebook.

Cards

Your notebook is equipped with two PC card slots which can accommodate two Type II or one Type III card(s) conforming to the standards of the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association). When using a PC card, see its manual.

Inserting PC Cards

You can insert/eject PC cards in the same way as floppy disks.

PC Card Slot Compatibility

Type II Upper Lower

Operi

1. Insert the card into the appropriate slot with the label face up until it locks into

2. place. (You do not have to power off the notebook to handle PC cards when using Windows 95). The PC card eject button pops up.

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the PC card slot cover on the left side.

If the card is not installed correctly, you hear the warning sound.

case, install the PC card driver, following the instructions on the screen.

Type III

N/A

ZV-port compliant CardBus compliant

N/A

Insert the card correctly

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this

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When Using Two PC Cards

If two PC cards do not work properly, you may have to open an IRQ (Interrupt Request). For the procedure, see System Mapping in the Appendixes.

The IRQ is a signal to allow an input or output device to interrupt the CPU. In some cases an IRQ number is assigned to one device; in other cases an IRQ number is assigned to more than one device.

Ejecting PC Cards

From the Start menu, select Settings - Control Panel.

Double-click the PC Card icon. In the PC Card Properties dialog box, click the icon of the PC card you want

3. to eject.

Click Stop.

When the message prompting you to eject the card, click OK.

5. Raise up the PC card eject button, and push it in. The PC card will be pushed

out slightly.

Remove

t,he

card, and close the slot cover.

Some PC cards may become hot after long use.

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Installing the PC Card Driver

When you insert a PC card into the notebook, the driver for the PC card will usually be installed automatically. If the driver is not installed automatically, a dialog box for manual installation will appear. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.

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Some PC cards for ATA devices such as a hard disk may not be recognized correctly. In this case, see your Windows manual or call the SHARP customer assistance center for technical support and specific installation instructions.

ZV-Port Compliant PC Card

To use a ZV-port compliant PC Card, you need to install CardWorks. When not using ZV-port compliant PC Cards, uninstall CardWorks.

Installing

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

16.

17.

CardWorks

From the From the File menu, select Open.

In the field of File name, type: and click Open.

Change the following lines

From the File menu, select Save. Close Notepad. Restart the system. Insert the Backup CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. From the

In the field of Open, type:

and press Enter. The message appears. Follow the instructions of the installation program and click Next. When the message To the question on reading Readme, click No. When the message Setup complete, click Finish. The system restarts.

From the

Type: and press Enter.

Type:

Start

menu, select

C:\CONFIG.SYS

device=c:\windows\emm386.exe

device=c:\windows\emm386.exe X=DOOO-DFFF

Start

menu, select

R:\PCCARD95\SETUP.EXE

Please insert disk 2

Start

menu, select

MKDIR C:\VPMUTIL

COPY R:\VPM\ADJUST.EXE C:\VPMUTIL

Programs -Accessories - Notepad.

ram

NOEMS X=COOO-CBFF

Run.

appears, click OK.

Programs - MS-DOS Prompt.

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lg. Type:

and remove the

EXIT

CD-ROM.

To adjust the screen, select My

Computer - C: - Vpmutil - Adjust.

Uninstalling

From the Start menu, select Programs -Accessories

1. From the File menu, select Open.

In the

Remove the following

From the

Close Notepad.

From the Start menu, select Settings

Select the

Select

Click Yes.

10. Confirm

11.

12.

From the Start menu, select Settings

13.

Double-click Select the

14. Double-click

15.

Controller.

Click

16.

CardWorks

field of

C:\CONFIG.SYS

rem SystemSoft/PCCard configuration -- Do not remove rem device=C:\CARDWORK\CARDXTND.SYS

device=C:\CARDWORK\SSCBO2.SYS \ADAlSKTS:2

device=C:\CARDWORK\CS.SYS /POLL:1 device=C:\CARDWORK\CSALLOC.EXE device=C:\CARDWORK\CARDID.SYS

Reinove,

File

name, type:

lines:

EMM386.EXE

SystemSoft

File

menu, select Save.

Start Menu Programs

CardWorks;

CardWorks

Device Manager

then, Remove.

is removed and close the dialog box.

System.

PCMCIA socket

and confirm the removal.

CardWorks PCMCIA drivers:

- TaskBar.

tab, and click

Control Panel.

tab.

and select 02

Notepad.

/NUMADA:~

Remove.

Micro 026832

CardBus

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17.

Repeat the above steps to remove another 02 Micro 026832 CardBus

Controller.

18. Click Refresh.

19.

Make sure both of 02 Micro 026832 CardBus Controller are attached with the X marks.

20. Click Close; then, Yes.

21. Restart the system.

To use other PC cards, you need the following settings after the above steps:

From the Start menu select Settings - Control Panel.

1. Double-click the PC Card icon.

In the PC Card Wizard, make sure No is selected, and click Next.

3. In the next window, make sure No is selected, and click Next again.

4. Click Finish.

Click Yes. The system automatically shuts down.

Turn on the notebook again.

7. From the Start menu, select Settings - Control Panel.

8. Double-click the System icon.

Select the Device Manager tab.

10. Double-click PCMCIA socket and make sure two 02 Micro 026832 CardBus

11. Controllers are displayed (without X marks).

Click OK.

12. Double-click the My Computer icon.

13. Double-click the C: icon.

14. Click the CardWork folder.

15.

From the File menu, select Delete.

16.

Click Yes, and delete all the files in the folder, following the instructions on the

17.

screen.

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Memory Module

Your notebook comes with 32MB of standard memory. You can expand the memory size by installing 32MB or 64MB optional memory modules.

is necessary to remove the original standard 32MB Memory Module

and replace it with a 64 MB Memory Module, if a total of 128 MB of

RAM

is desired.

Checking the Memory Size

From the Start menu, select Settings - Control Panel.

Double-click System. The memory size is shown in the lower-right part of the

window.

Installing a Memory Module

Do not handle the memory module where static electricity is easily generated such as on the carpet.

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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.

Turn off the notebook, and disconnect the AC adapter and peripheral devices. Slide down the latch on the left edge of the notebook.

6-6

Slide the speaker cover toward right, and remove it.

Pull out the tape and raise the keyboard.

Remove the keyboard from the notebook (handle the keyboard carefully).

Put the keyboard on soft cloth so that it could not be damaged.

Be cnrejid not to

6-7

Inclining the memory module, match the notched part of the memory module with the projected part of the memory socket on the notebook.

Push the memory module into the slot firmly at an angle of 20 degrees.

Gently push the memory module down until you hear a clicking sound.

6-8

Put the keyboard back to its original position.

Make sure the keyboard is reinstalled correctly, and replace the speaker cover.

10.

While pressing down, slide the speaker cover toward left until you hear a click.

Uninstalling the Memory Module

Remove the speaker cover and the keyboard, following above steps l-6.

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

Remove the memory module.

Install the keyboard and the speaker cover, following above steps 10-12.

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Security Features

CHAPTER 7

This chapter describes how to set up security to limit access to the notebook.

Passwords

If you have set a password, only a person who knows the password can start the system of your notebook. See also Chapter 8.

Zf you lose your password, you will be unable to access the notebook or

change the configuration. Make sure to select a password you will never

Setting the Password

forget, or write it down and protect it in a secure place. Otherwise, you

will have to contact your dealer for assistance.

Turn on or restart the notebook. When

<F2>

to enter System Configuration Utility appears, press F2.

Click Security; then, System Password. Type your password, and press Enter. The password can be up to eight

characters. Type the same password for confirmation, and press Enter. Click the item Enable Password. The X mark is attached. Click OK - Exit - Save Changes and Exit - OK. The notebook restarts and asks

the password you have set.

Deleting the Password

Turn on or restart the notebook. When

<F2>

2. Click Security; then, System Password.

In the item Enter old Power-On Password, type the password and press Enter.

At the next two items, just press Enter without typing any letters.

Click the item Enable Password. The X mark is deleted.

6. Click OK - Exit - Save Changes and Exit - OK. The notebook restarts.

to enter System Configuration Utility appears, press F2.

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Security Slot

You can prevent theft by using a security cable and the security slot on the rear side of your notebook.

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CHAPTER 8

System Configuration Utility

This chapter describes how to run the System Configuration Utility to change settings on your notebook.

Running the System Configuration Utility

With the System Configuration Utility, you can customize the system configuration information, such as time and date, port assignments, password, or power management settings. The information you have specified is saved in a special area called CMOS RAM, and the system reads it every time you turn on the notebook.

Contents of the System Configuration Utility

The System Configuration Utility consists of five menu pages, as follows:

. Main:

l Advanced: Device interface configuration (I/O ports, sound settings)

Basic system configuration (time/date, disk drive and memory settings)

l Security:

Power:

l Exit:

Password settings Power management (battery saving settings) Exit the System Configuration Utility

Entering and Exiting the System Configuration Utility

Turn on or restarts the notebook.

1. When

<F2>

2. the System Configuration Utility screen.

Change the desired settings.

3. Click

4. Select one of the following exit method, and press Enter.

Save Changes and Exit

Discard Changes and Exit

Get Default Values Load Previous Values

to enter System configuration Utility

Exit.

appears, press F2 to display

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Using the System Configuration Utility

You can use the pointer in the System Configuration Utility as in Windows although the pointer is rectangular, not arrow-shaped. In addition to the pointer, you can use the numeric keys (only for date and time) and the following keys:

Moves the cursor from one menu to another,

Moves the cursor from one item to another in a menu.

Increases the numeric value or changes to the next value of an item.

Check Mark

The check mark attached to an item means “turn on” or “enable.” When the item is turned off or disabled, the underbar appears.

Decreases the numeric value or changes to the previous value of an item. If you use the German keyboard, use the Fn+P keys instead.

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Main menu

In the Main menu of the System Configuration Utility, you can change the following settings:

Item

J Fast Boot = XXXX MB

Boot

Seqlenzai=

Key Click = Disabled

Display Mode = MrnEM N Mode

= 1.44 MB,

Oisabled

/Ir

LPTl,

Acklr 378 IRO 7

Specific Help

Sat

Svstan

date and time.

F!AM

(Ext)

Select 1tun

XXX K8

XXX

= XxXxX

= )(xX

Met-~

KB KB KE KB

Cancel

<Esc>

<Enter> Toggle Value

Base Extended = XXXXX KB

shadow = XX Reservsd

Total Cache

wp/amn>

<Left/Right> Select

Date and Time Defines date and time (24-hour format) in the system. IDE Settings Specifies the hard disk type built in the notebook. Use as it is in

normal use. Fast Boot Turns on/off the memory check on boot time. You can shorten the boot

time by skipping the memory check. Boot Sequence Specifies where the boot program looks for operating system files.

When you select A: then C:, for example, the system checks the floppy disk drive first, and if no system disk is found in the drive, the system boots from the hard disk drive.

Key Click Turns on/off the sound when you press a key. Display Mode Specifies on which display the screen appears when the system

starts. The default value is

Auto,

in which a CRT monitor gets the priority. If the CRT monitor is not connected to the notebook, the LCD screen works when the system starts.

TV Mode Specifies the mode of the video output jack: NTSC or PAL. Use as it is in

normal use.

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Advanced menu

In the Advanced menu of the System Configuration Utility, you can change the

following settings:

item

LPT Extended Mode

SaveToDisk Warnins Messa= .I KeVbard Numlodt J

Pointiw Oevice (PS/Z 4 Hot Key Beep

Cache SVstems

Mouse) B IFiu 7

Specific Help

Select

CC&i

The

MOOEM

1 and COM 2

indicates internal

two.

Shadow = Reserved = Total RAM Cache

(Ext)

:Jp/p3ml>

:Left/Ri*t>

Select Menu <Enter> Toggle Value

COM Port Enables or disables are assigned to

COMl

IR Mode Specifies the mode of the IR Port. Select

XX KB

XX% KB

= )(xX)(x KB

= X)(x KB

Select

Item

COMl

and/or COM2.

Camel

<Es&

and/or COM2 and specifies which devices

ZrDA1.1

in ordinary usage.

LPT Port Assigns the I/O address and the IRQ of the printer port.

LPT Extended Mode Specifies the mode of the printer port. If you select ECP, you

cannot use

ZrDA1.I

in the ZR Mode. (EPP stands for Enhanced Parallel Port, and

ECP stands for Extended Capabilities Port.)

SaveToDisk Warning Message Defines whether the warning message appears after

the system restarts if the suspend-to-disk partition is not recognized in the hard disk.

Keyboard NumLock Defines whether the built-in numeric keypad (blue legends) is active in NumLock mode.

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Pointing Device(PS/2 Mouse) Defines whether you can use GlidePoint and a PS/2 mouse. To use a serial mouse, set this item to Disabled.

Hot Key Beep Turns on/off the sound when you press a hot key.

Cache Syktems Enables or disables Ll cache and L2 cache. Use as it is in normal

use.

Resolution Expansion Specifies whether the image is expanded when you set the resolution to 640x480 or 800x600 dots.

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Security menu

In the Security menu of the System Configuration Utility, you can change the following settings. See also the previous chapter about setting the password.

Set

Dassnwd

for booting

(Ext)

Select

= Disabled = MIDEM =

XXX !a

xxx KB

/Ir

LPTl,

Addr 378 IRO 7

XXX KB

Item <Es@

<Enter>

Car4

Toggle Vale

Hard Drive 2

Base Extended = XxXxX Shadow = XX l(g Reserved = Total RAM = )(XxXx Cache

abm0mm)

<Left/Right> Select Menu

System Password Sets or deletes the system password.

It is recommended that you release the NumLock mode when you set the password.

Zf you lose your password, you will be unable to access the notebook 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.

Virus Alert Defines whether to display the warning message if the boot sector is changed (namely, the system may be infected by a virus).

BootSector Protect Enables or disables writing into the boot sector of the hard disk.

When changing the partitions of the hard disk or when installing a new operating system, uncheck this item.

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Power menu

In the Power menu of the System Configuration Utility, you can change the following settings. See also Chapter 3 on power management and battery.

ItEn,

Peripheral and

Hard Drive 0

LPT Port

Base Extended Shadow = XX Reserved = X)(x Total RAM Cache

WDOWl>

Left/Right>

(Ext)

Select

LPTl,

x)(x

= xXxXx

= )0(xXx

XXX

Item

Addr 378 IRO 7

KB KE KB KE

Cancel

<Es&

<Enter> Toggle

Specific Help

Vale

Enable

Power Management Enables or disables the BIOS power management of

your notebook, not Windows 95 power management. Only when this item is enabled, one of the following four items

(Max

Performance, Balanced Power

Saving, Max Power Saving and Customize) works.

Max Performance Minimizes the power management function and maximizes the system performance. In this mode, the battery life may be shortened.

Balanced Power Saving Balances the power management function and the system performance.

Max Power Saving Maximizes the power management function and the battery life, but minimizes the system performance.

Customize Sets the details in the power management.

Hard Disk Power Down After Defines a period of non-access to the hard disk after

which the power supply for the hard disk stops automatically.

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Idle Mode Enables or disables the idle mode.

Standby After Defines the duration before your notebook enters the standby mode

if it has no access or operation.

Suspend After Defines the duration before your notebook enters the suspend mode.

Suspend Data to Defines which mode the system enters when it is suspended.

Cover Close Specifies the status when you close the screen cover. If you set it to

Video Off, the back light of the LCD screen is off. If you set it to

display output is switched to the CRT display. If you set it to Suspend, the system enters the suspend mode.

Battery Low Warning Beep Defines whether to make a warning sound if the

battery power is low.

VGA Activity Defines whether the power management works when the screen

image has not been changed for the specified time. If you set this item to Enabled,

the power management does not work when the screen gets even a small change

such as the clock proceeding. If you set it to Disabled, the power management works even when the screen image gets changed.

CRTDispluy,

the

Resume On Time Defines when the system resumes from the Suspend to RAM.

Resume On Modem Ring Defines whether the system resumes from the Suspend to

RAM when the modem receives a call.

This item may not be effective to some modems.

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Idle Mode Enables or disables the idle mode.

Standby After Defines the duration before your notebook enters the standby mode

if it has no access or operation.

Suspend After Defines the duration before your notebook enters the suspend mode.

Suspend Data to Defines which mode the system enters when it is suspended.

Cover Close Specifies the status when you close the screen cover. If you set it to

Video Off, the back light of the LCD screen is off. If you set it to CRTDisplay, the display output is switched to the CRT display. If you set it to Suspend, the system enters the suspend mode.

Battery Low Warning Beep

battery power is low.

VGA Activity Defines whether the power management works when the screen

image has not been changed for the specified time. If you set this item to Enabled, the power management does not work when the screen gets even a small change such as the clock proceeding. If you set it to Disabled, the power management works even when the screen image gets changed.

Resume On Time Defines when the system resumes from the Suspend to RAM.

Resume On Modem Ring Defines whether the system resumes from the Suspend to

RAM when the modem receives a call.

This item may not be effective to some modems.

Defines whether to make a warning sound if the

Exit menu

In the Exit menu of the System Configuration Utility, you can select one of the following items.

current settings and

ebcot

so that

settines

Load

Values

take

(Ext)

Select

Item

x)(x

x)o(!a

XXX KB

KB KB KB

<Esc> Cancel

<Enter> Toggle

Value

Base

Extended = )(XxXx Shadow = kX Reserved = Total RAM = XxXxX

Cache

cw/om>

<Left/Right> Select Menu

Save Changes & Exit Saves the settings you have changed and exits the System Configuration Utility.

Discard Changes & Exit Exits the System Configuration Utility without saving the settings you have changed.

Get Default Values Returns the values of all items to the default. To exit, select one of the above items.

Load Previous Values Returns the values of all items to the value you have saved

last time.

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Index

XVIII

. . .

Index

A AC adapter 1-2,2-l

jack xx

AC power cord 1-2

AC power indicator xviii, 2-1

advanced menu 8-4

audio equipment

audio input jack xix

audio output jack xix

backing up data

backup battery 3-4

battery

charge indicator xviii,

low warning beep 2-6

power indicator xviii, 2-i battery level 3-3 battery pack 3-1, A-9, T-2

Caps lock indicator xviii

CardBus compliant card 6-

CD (compact disc) CD-ROM drive xix, 2-7, T-5

indicator xviii CD tray eject hole xix, T-5 cleaning the notebook A-l colors of the display 4-3 communications software 5-3 CRT monitor 4-2, T-3

2-10

D date ~-8

display 4-2, T-2

lock latch l-3 docking station A-9

2-11,

T-5

2- 1

external monitor port xx, 4-2, A-6

floppy disk floppy disk drive xix

GlidePoint xviii, 2-3, T-5

2-9,

T-4

indicator xviii installing 2-10 uninstalling

changing the configuration 2-4

2-10

H hard disk T-4

hard disk drive xix

indicator xviii

hot keys 2-5

idle mode 3-5 infrared communication (IR) 5-l

port xix, T-4 type 5-2

interrupt request (IRQ) 6-2, A-3

K keyboard T-5

connecting (external) 4-7 using (built-in) 2-5

keyboard/mouse port xix, 4-7, A-7

LCD Screen xviii, 4-4

brightness 2-5

left-side bay 2-7

lock latch xx logical port 5-2 low battery indication 3-3

E ECP device T-6

expansion connector xx external microphone 4-11

jack xix

M main menu 8-3

memory module microphone xviii modem (only in US and Canada)

6-6,

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Index 1

5-4, T-4

jack xix, 5-4

mouse T-7

PSI2

4-7

serial 4-7

N Num lock indicator xviii

P parallel port xx, 4-5, A-5

password 7-1, 8-6

deleting

PC card 6-1, T-7

slot xix physical port 5-2 pin assignment A-5 power indicators 2

power management 3-5, T-Z power menu 8-7

power-on self test (POST) A-2

power switch xix, i-4, 2-2, T-2

printer 4-5, T-6

PSI2

mouse 4-7

R resetting the system 2-2

resolution of the display 4-3 right-clicking 2-4, 2-5 right-side bay 2-7

lock latch xx

RS-232C serial port xx, 4-7, A-6, T-7

power menu 8-7

security menu 8-6 short-cut menu 2-5 shutting down the system

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simultaneous display 4-4 sound T-8

volume 2-5 specifications A-8 standby mode 3-5 status indicators xviii, 2-

stereo speakers xviii suspend mode 2-6, 3-6 Suspend to RAM 3-5 Suspend to disk 3-5 system function keys 2-5 system mapping A-3

T time ~-8

traveling with the notebook A-7 troubleshooting T-f turning off the notebook I-7 turning on the notebook i-4 Type II card 6-

Type III card 6-

U Universal Serial Bus (USB) 4- 72

port xx

V ventilation openings xx

screen T-2

backlighting 2-6 cover 1-3

scroll lock indicator xviii security menu 8-6 security slot xx, 7-2 serial mouse 4-7 System Configuration Utility

advanced menu 8-4 exit menu 8-9 main menu 8-3

index 2

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W warm boot 2-2

Windows T-7

logo keys 2-5 power management 3-9 setting up 1-5 Start menu 2-5

Z ZV-port compliant card 6-3

Appendixes

The appendixes contain additional information on the use and care of your notebook as well as detailed technical specifications.

Maintenance and Care

This appendix provides you with information on how to maintain the notebook in

top working condition.

Cleaning the Notebook

Cabinet

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

l Do not use alcohol, benzene, thinner or other strong chemical agents

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.

Port

Dust on the IR port will interfere with data transfer. Wipe the port clean with a soft, dry cloth.

GlidePoint

Wipe the GlidePoint with a soft, dry cloth.

that may damage the cabinet.

l Never clean the notebook while it is powered on.

Traveling with the Notebook

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

Before traveling, back up your data on floppy disks. Bring an extra copy of your backup data. Do not travel with a floppy disk or CD-ROM in its drive. Do not travel with the notebook powered on. This may result in loss of data

and/or damage to the hard disk drive.

Disconnect the AC adapter from the notebook. Fully charge the battery pack and bring the AC adapter cable. Avoid sudden shocks or extreme vibration.

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Power-On Self Test

The notebook performs the Power-On Self Test (POST) every time you turn on or reset the notebook. The POST is a series of system checks that verifies the correct operation of your notebook’s hardware.

If the POST detects a critical error (e.g., a system board failure), the notebook will halt and generate an audible alarm. If a failure is detected in an area other than the system board (such as the keyboard), a non-critical error message is displayed on the screen and testing is stopped. Press Fl to continue testing.

When the POST encounters an error that requires you to correct something, either a beep code will sound or a message will be displayed in a box in the middle of the screen. If you need to enter the System Configuration Utility to correct a problem, press F2. Otherwise, press Fl to continue the boot process and ignore the error.

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System Mapping

You can check the IRQ (interrupt request), I/O (input/output) port address, DMA (direct memory access), and memory usage, as follows:

From the Start menu, select Settings - Control Panel.

1. Double-click the System icon.

Select the Device Manager tab.

3. Click Properties.

4. Click the item you want to check.

To Open IRQ

When using a device that needs an IRQ, you may have to open the IRQ assigned to the modem, the RS-232C serial port, or the infrared port.

To Open IRQ3 (COM2)

Turn on the notebook.

When

cF2>

to enter System Configuration Utility appears, press F2.

In the Advanced menu, set COMlICOM2 (Coil4 Port) to DisabIedlDisabled,

RS-232lDisabled, or MODEMIDisabled (namely, disable the COM2).

Select Exit - Save Changes & Exit - OK.

In this setting, you cannot use the RS-232C serial port, the modem port

or infrared port that has been assigned to COM2.

To Open IRQ4

COM2 in the System Configuration Utility.

(COMl)

Turn on the notebook.

When

<F2>

to enter System Configuration Utility appears, press F2.

In the Advanced menu, set COMlICOM2 (COM Port) to Disabled/Disabled or

Disabled/R. Select Exit - Save Changes & Exit - OK.

In this setting, you cannot use the RS-232C serial port or infrared port that has been assigned to COMl.

To use them, in the System

To use them, enable

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C&figuration Utility, make the value of COMl appropriate.

To Open IRQ7

From the Start menu, select Settings - Control Panel.

1. Double-click the System icon.

Select the Device Manager tab.

Double-click Ports (COM&LPT). Double-click Printer port

5. Check Disable in this hardware profile.

Click

OK;

then, Close.

(LPT)

(LPTl).

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Pin Assignment

Parallel Port

(25-pin D-SUB Female End)

Printer

PData4

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RS-232C Serial Port

;wafi

(9-Pin D-SUB Male End)

1 2 3 4

Signal

DCD

DTR

GND

External Monitor Port

(~-ROW 15Pin

RD SD

D-SUB Female End)

6 7 8 9

Signal

DSR

RTS CTS

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Keyboard

and PS/2

Mouse Port

(6-Pin Mini DIN Female End)

Pin Signal

2 3

USB Port

Pin Signal

KEIDATA

MSDATA

GND

vcc

-Data

Pin Signal

4 5 6

vcc

KJ3CLK

MSCLK

Pin Signal

Data

GND

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Specifications

Notebook

Parts

CPU

Secondary cache ROM RAM

Display Panel

Keyboard

Pointing device Drive Hard disk * 1

PC card slots

Audio system

System Video

Video controller Resolution & Color

Floppy disk CD-ROM

Specification 233 MHz Pentium Processor with MMX technology, 32KB cache

memory

S12KB,

synchronous, PipeLine Burst SRAM

2S6KB

for system BIOS and VGA BIOS

32MB

ED0

SO-DIMM (expandable up to 128MB)

4MB

ED0

13.3” TFT Active Matrix color LCD panel Trident Cyber 9385-l (with Graphics Accelerator) 640 x 480 dots, 800 x 600 dots,

1024 x 768 dots, 16M colors Windows Enhanced keyboard with (depending on the country)

GlidePoint (touch-sensitive control pad with 2 buttons )

3 GB enhanced IDE interface Removable, Removable, average 14x speed Type 11 x 2 or Type III x 1 (PCMCIA Rel 2.1 compliant) ZV-port compliant (lower slot only), CardBus compliant Stereo speakers, microphone, sound system compliant with Sound

16M

colors

16M

colors

3.S”, 1,44MB/720KB

87/88

keys

Hard disk capacity is calculated based on 1

capacity may change as a result of design change.

:‘2:

Battery life may vary depending on the power management settings and the application in use.

GB=l

,000 x 1,000 x 1,000 bytes. Also, hard disk

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Options

Memory Module

Battery Pack

CE-M70EB

Type

Capacity Dimensions

NiMH

48wh

4.11 (w) x 5.82(d) x 0.78 (h) inches

(104.3 x 147.8 x 19.8 mm)

Weight

1.52 Ibs (690g)

Docking Station (CE-M70DS)

Power

Expansion Slot Bay

I/O

Ports

Security Dimensions

Weight

When using the Docking Station, adjust its guide rails and front guides.

See Docking Station Quick Reference for details.

iack

Slot for full-length Bay for battery

25pin

parallel port, 9-pin RS-232C serial port, 6-pin

keyboard/mouse port,

15-pin

GAME port, Speaker out port, USB port x 2,

Security slot

13.2 (w) x 15.7(d) x 3.2 (h) inches

(336 x 398 x 82 mm)

10.6 lbs (4.8kg)

PC1

CE-MSOEB

Li-ion

37.4wh

0.95 lbs (430g)

card

15-pin

external monitor port,

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