Sharp PC-AL27 - Actius AL27 - Mobile Athlon 64 1.6 GHz, PC-AL Series Operation Manual

Notice for All Users

• Consult the operation manual for proper use of your computer.

• The product and the accessories are subject to change without prior notice.

• SHARP assumes no responsibility for results arising from use of pre-installed and

third party software. Consult the software vendor for resolution of problems.

(Read the service condition of the software before use.)

• SHARP assumes no responsibility for problems caused by incorrect handling,

repairs, defects, battery replacement or any other cause.

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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 equipment.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a

Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

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

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.

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

receiver is connected.

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

A shielded I/F cable 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, PC-AL Series
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Responsible Party: SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135
TEL: 1-800-BE-SHARP

This device complies with the FCC RF exposure requirements.

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About the Modem

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements
adopted by the ACTA. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains,
among other information, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX.
If requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company.

A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone
network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements
adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided
with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is
also compliant. See installation instructions for details.

The type of Connector is USOC RJ11C

The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a
telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not
ringing in response to an incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of RENs
should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be
connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone
company. For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for this product is
part of the product identifier that has the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits
represented by ## are the REN without a decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of 0.3).
For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label.

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

If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information,
please refer to the provided Consumer Limited Warranty sheet. If the equipment is

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causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you
disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.
Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public
utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for
information.

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

Warning

Disposal of this product may be regulated due to environmental considerations.
For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the
Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org

Copyright

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

Product Information and Customer Assistance

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

E-mail address: [e-mail]

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CAUTION:

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

CAUTION:

FOR A COMPLETE ELECTRICAL DISCONNECTION, PULL OUT THE MAINS
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 marked on your computer.

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

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

• when the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed

• when liquid is spilled on your computer

• when your computer has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged

Location

• Do not expose your computer to direct sunlight.

• Try to avoid dusty environments.

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

• Keep your computer away from heaters.

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

water spray, juice, coffee, steam, etc.

• Keep your computer away from extremely high or low temperature.

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

place. A temperature difference of more than 18°F (10°C) will cause condensation
inside the unit, which may cause damage. (In this case, turn off your computer and
leave it for about an hour to completely dry the unit.)

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

from overheating.

• Do not place your computer on an unstable or uneven work surface.

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

base of your computer will get hot.

• Do not use your computer on your lap or any part of your body for an extended

period during operation or charging to avoid injury from heat exposure.

Usage

• Never push any objects into cabinet openings. They may touch dangerous voltage

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

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• Do not press or place heavy objects on your computer. Strong pressure can

damage the cabinet or make your computer fail.

• If your computer or the AC power cord experiences an abnormal situation such as

heat generation or smoking, or produces an abnormal odor, turn off your computer,
unplug the power cord, and remove the battery pack immediately.

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

when connecting USB devices, a PC card, etc.

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

• Do not drop your computer or hit it with other equipment.

• Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen.

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

• When carrying your computer:

• Turn off your computer.

• Remove external media such as a PC card from the slot.

• Disconnect the external peripherals, cables and cords if connected.

• Do not subject your computer to shocks.

• Do not hold your computer by the display unit.

Otherwise, your computer may be damaged or the stored data might be lost.

Battery Pack Precautions

CAUTION

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

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Handling

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

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

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

• The battery pack must be kept from metal objects such as keys. They might trigger

a short circuit and consequently cause the battery pack to heat up and explode.

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

• Care must be taken not to drop the pack. A violent shock damages the pack.

• Do not solder anything to the battery terminals.

• Keep the backup battery away from children when it is taken out of your computer.

Charging

• Charge the battery pack only with the AC adapter and AC power cord included

with your computer.

Discharging

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

Storage

• Store the battery pack in a cool and dry place. Do not store it at temperatures

above 140°F (60°C).

• Recharge the stored battery pack before using it.

AC Power Precautions

• Plug the AC power cord directly in the wall jack. Plugging too many leads into a

single socket may result in fire.

• Never plug in or remove the AC power cord or AC adapter with wet hands for

prevention of electric shock.

• The included AC power cord must be appropriate for the voltage used in your area.

Using an inappropriate cord can cause fire.

• Unplug the AC power cord when not using your computer for a long period.

• Never disassemble, repair, or modify the AC adapter.

• Never modify, twist, forcibly bend or pull, or place heavy objects on top of the AC

cord to avoid damaging it. Using a damaged cord can cause fire or electric shock.

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• Be sure to hold the plug of the AC power cord when removing it from a wall

socket.

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

the power cord immediately if damage is found.

Modem Precautions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

• Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl,

kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

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

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

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

• Never install telephone wiring during lightning storms.

• During thunder storms, you should turn off your computer, unplug the AC power

cord and remove the modem cable from your computer.

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

designed for wet locations.

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

been disconnected at the network interface.

• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

• Save these instructions.

Wireless LAN Precautions

• Disable the integrated antennas and do not communicate with wireless LAN in

specific environments where radio-susceptible equipment is nearby, on airplanes,
in hospitals, for example.

• Disable the integrated antennas and do not communicate with wireless LAN in

crowded places for prevention of cardiac pacemaker interference.

• Maintain a space of at least 8.7” (22cm) between a cardiac pacemaker and active

wireless LAN antennas.

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

communicating.

• Never disassemble or alter the wireless LAN unit.

• Do not remove the certification label on the wireless LAN unit.

Product Conformance

The wireless LAN unit equipped with your computer is in conformance with federal
requirements. No license is required for use of the device.

Notice of Radio Interference

The wireless LAN card equipped with your computer operates at 2.4GHz that is also
used for microwaves, science or medical devices, other similar radio stations
(hereafter called “other radio stations”), etc.

• Prior to using the wireless LAN function with your computer, confirm that no

“other radio stations” are operating nearby.

• If interference with “other radio stations” is experienced, change the current

channel set to your computer or move your computer. If it fails, stop operating your
computer.

PC Disposal or Transfer

Prior to the disposal or transfer of your computer, you should erase the data from
hard disks.

To remove the data from your hard disk drive, you will need to:

• “Delete” the data by placing it in your recycle bin.

• Empty the recycle bin.

• Format the hard disk drives.

• Recover the system.

The above procedures do not completely delete all data from your hard disks.
When a file is deleted, the disk location where it was stored is marked as unallocated
space available for new data. It means that the old data is still there and can be
recovered. It allows for malicious persons to recover the “deleted” data and misuse
it. To avoid the data spillage, users must thoroughly erase all the data from the hard
disks.

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The following measures are recommended for permanent data deletion:

• Use special software or paid services for thoroughly erasing data

• Hammer, or strongly magnetize, the hard disk to destroy the stored data

Be sure to delete the software, such as operating system(s) or applications, on your
hard disk when transferring your computer, to avoid conflict with the software
agreement(s).

Other Precautions

• Periodic back-up copies of your important data should be made to protect your data

in the event of hard disk failure or loss of the data. Use other storage devices for the
backup.

For Your Health

• Take regular breaks of ten to fifteen minutes after every hour of continuously

viewing the screen to relieve your eyes.

• Adjust the brightness for comfortable viewing. (Brightness level of about 500 lux is

recommended.)

• Do not use your computer in an environment where sunlight or indoor lighting

reflects off the screen.

• Position the display slightly below eye level and give a space of 15.8” (40cm)

through 23.7” (60cm) between you and the display.

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Notice of Computer Security

The Windows operating system on this computer provides the Security Center, which
manages the security features of your computer. It provides the status of the following
security functions and enables you to change the settings.

• Firewall

• Automatic Updates

• Virus Protection

Be sure to confirm that the three functions are “ON” to ensure the safety of the
computer.
To open the Security Center, click start – Control Panel – Security Center.

Firewall

The firewall function blocks unauthorized connection to this computer through the
Internet or a network.

Automatic Updates

The automatic updates function periodically detects new security programs to be
installed and automatically install them.

Virus Protection

The Norton AntiVirus software, which automatically checks the virus infection, is
preinstalled in this computer. To protect the computer against new viruses and other
security threats, the virus definition file of the software must be updated. The virus
protection function monitors whether the definition file is latest. On your computer
with the preinstalled Norton AntiVirus software, however, the software monitors the
definition file and notifies you when the file needs to be updated.

When the Windows setup is finished, be sure to complete the Norton AntiVirus
wizard and LiveUpdate to update the definition file. (You must establish the
connection to the Internet for the update.)

* Note that the virus protection in the Windows Security Center always gives ON

regardless of the definition file status. Since the preinstalled Norton Antivirus
software manages virus check on your computer, be sure to perform the
LiveUpdate.

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* You can enable the LiveUpdate automatically to run and update the file if any

updates are detected. (Refer to the Virus Infection Protection section in the
Appendixes.)

* You will have the message “Your computer might be at risk” at the bottom right of

the screen when one of the Firewall and Automatic updates is set to OFF.

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Notice of Security with Wireless Devices

Wireless LAN provides data transfer by means of electric waves instead of LAN
cables between communicating devices such as personal computers and a wireless
LAN station. Wireless LAN has an advantage of simple and ubiquitous LAN
connection in the ranges where electric waves are available. Since electric waves can
penetrate through walls and reach everywhere, wireless LAN includes some security
threats and can produce the situations mentioned below without proper security
settings.

• Eavesdropping

Malicious third parties can intercept the transmission and monitor your mail to
obtain personal information such as an identification number, password, and credit
card number.

• Intruding

Malicious third parties can connect to a personal or office network without
authorization and illegally perform the following:

• Obtaining access to confidential customer records or sensitive corporate

information (Information leakage)

• Faking the original information (Spoofing)

• Altering the monitored original data and transmitting (Falsification)

• Spreading computer viruses resulting in the destruction of data or systems

(Destruction)

Although wireless LAN cards and wireless LAN stations (Access Points) have
security measures against the threats above, no security settings may have been
configured at the time of your purchase.
All security features must be configured according to reference manuals of the
wireless LAN devices, which results in reduced opportunities for the situations
described above.
Use the wireless devices with a clear understanding that wireless LAN includes
vulnerabilities that could allow attackers to simply bypass security features.
Security measures are important for all users to understand for a safe use of wireless
LAN. SHARP encourages all users to configure the security settings with their own
judgment and responsibility.

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About This Manual

Notice

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

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

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

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

Copyright

© 2004 SHARP Corporation
This document contains or refers to proprietary information which is protected by copyright.
All rights are reserved. Copying or other reproduction of this document is prohibited without
the prior written permission of SHARP Corporation.

Trademarks

AMD, the AMD logo, AMD Athlon, and combinations thereof, and AMD PowerNow! are
trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Windows Media is a registered
trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

WinDVD is a registered trademark of InterVideo, Inc.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Ulead, the Ulead logo and DVD Movie Factory are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Ulead Systems, Inc.
PowerQuest is a registered trademark and EasyRestore is a trademark of PowerQuest
Corporation.

BAPCo is a U.S. Registered Trademark of the Business Applications Performance
Corporation.
MobileMark is a U.S. Registered Trademark of the Business Applications Performance
Corporation.

All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective holders.

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Recording Important Information

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

Model Number:

Serial Number:

Date of purchase:

Dealer’s Name:

Place of purchase:

Password:

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

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Manual Conventions

This manual uses a set of style conventions described below.

Notes and Cautions are italicized with icons:

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

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

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

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

Sample Entries are shown in lower cases of different typeface.

c:\windows\system

Words/Texts on Screen, such as window titles or possible parameters, are italicized:

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

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

Section Titles in other parts of this manual are italicized:

Refer to Connecting to AC Power Source section of Chapter 1.

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Table of Contents

Notice for All Users ................................................................................................... i

Notice for Users in the USA .....................................................................................ii

Safety Precautions.................................................................................................... vi

Notice of Computer Security................................................................................... xii

Notice of Security with Wireless Devices.............................................................. xiv

About This Manual ................................................................................................. xv

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

Manual Conventions .............................................................................................xvii

Table of Contents ................................................................................................. xviii

Overview of Computer........................................................................................... xxi

Basic Operations

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

Turning Off Your Computer .................................................................................. 1-3

Choosing Power Source ......................................................................................... 1-4

Resetting System....................................................................................................1-6

Using Glide Pad ..................................................................................................... 1-7

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

Using Optical Drive .............................................................................................1-10

Controlling Volume .............................................................................................1-19

Adjusting Display.................................................................................................1-20

Sharing Your Computer ....................................................................................... 1-22

Battery and Power Management

Battery Pack ...........................................................................................................2-1

Power Management................................................................................................ 2-7

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Peripherals

Peripheral Device Ports ..........................................................................................3-1

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

External Display .....................................................................................................3-6

Audio System .........................................................................................................3-9

USB Device ..........................................................................................................3-11

PC Card ................................................................................................................3-12

Printer ...................................................................................................................3-15

IEEE1394 Device .................................................................................................3-16

Communication Functions

Built-in Modem ......................................................................................................4-1

LAN Unit................................................................................................................4-5

Wireless LAN.......................................................................................................4-11

Network Setup Utility...........................................................................................4-22

Setup Utility

Running Setup Utility.............................................................................................5-1

Main Menu .............................................................................................................5-3

Advanced Menu......................................................................................................5-4

Security Menu ........................................................................................................5-4

Exit Menu ...............................................................................................................5-6

DirectHD Function

DirectHD Utility.....................................................................................................6-1

Connecting AL Series to Host Computer ...............................................................6-4

Disconnecting AL Series from Host Computer......................................................6-5

Password Function..................................................................................................6-6

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Appendixes

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

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

Virus Protection ..................................................................................................A-10

Data Execution Prevention.................................................................................. A-13

Data Backup and Restore .................................................................................... A-15

Re-installation Instructions .................................................................................A-16

Troubleshooting

Common Problems................................................................................................ T-1

Trouble with Starting ............................................................................................ T-2

Trouble with Display............................................................................................. T-3

Trouble with Keyboard/Glide Pad ........................................................................ T-4

Trouble with Floppy Disks.................................................................................... T-5

Trouble with Hard Disks....................................................................................... T-5

Trouble with Optical Drive ................................................................................... T-6

Trouble with Communication ............................................................................... T-7

Trouble with Peripherals ..................................................................................... T-10

Trouble with DirectHD ....................................................................................... T-11

Trouble with Security Settings............................................................................ T-12

Other Troubles .................................................................................................... T-12

Index ……………………………………………………………………………Index-1

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Overview of Computer

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.

LCD Screen →1-20

Battery Indicator

→1-4, 2-2,3

Power Indicator

→1-3,4

Power Button

→1-3

Antennas

→4-14

Antenna
Indicator

→4-14

Status Indicators

A

N

Never turn off the computer when the hard disk indicator or the optical
drive indicator is on. This may damage the data on the hard disk.

Speakers

Keyboard

Glide Pad →1-7

Scroll Lock

Caps Lock

Num Lock

Hard Disk

Optical Drive

→1-9

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p

Front

DirectHD READY Lamp→6-3,4

Hard Disk Indicator→6-3

Right

Micro

hone Jack →3-10

Headphone
/Audio Output Jack →3-9,10

IEEE1394 Port →3-16

DirectHD Port →6-4

Security Hole→ A-7

K

AC Adapter Jack→1-2

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Optical Drive→1-10

Left

Modem Jack → 4-2

Rear

Ventilation Openings→ vi

External Display Port

→3-6

LAN Jack → 4-5

USB Ports →3-3,11,15

PC Card Slot

→3-12

Bottom

USB Ports→ 3-3,11,15

Battery Pack→2-1

Ventilation
Openings and
Cooling Fan→ vi

Inlet Openings→ vi

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Basic Operations

This chapter describes the basic operations of the computer.

Properties Dialog Box on Windows
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 start ­Control Panel. The Control Panel has two types of views: Category view
and Classic view. The Category view allows you to choose the category
that may be related to what you want to do, then, choose the task by
clicking it. The Classic view gives you the icons representing their
components or features. Double-click one of the icons to open their
dialog box or windows. Some of the dialog boxes you will use often are:

• Display

• Phone and Modem Options

• Mouse

• Power Options

• System

CHAPTER 1

1

Clicking Switch to XXX View string appearing at the upper left of the
Control Panel window allows you to toggle between the two views.

Connecting to AC Power Source

• Always use the AC adapter (EA-AL1V) and the AC power cord

included with the computer. Using others may damage the computer.

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

wall outlet. Never pull on the cord.

• Never plug in and out the AC power cord with your wet hands.

1-1

1. Plug the AC adapter cable into the AC adapter jack on the computer.

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

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

1

To Wall
Outlet

AC Adapter

AC Power Cord

AC Adapter Jack

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

and raise the cover.

Display Cover Lock Lever

1-2

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

Power Button

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When you turn on the computer, the power indicator ( ) turns green,
the power button turns blue, the computer goes through a self test to
detect any problems, and Windows setup process starts.

Power Indicator

Do not touch or operate the keyboard and mouse until Windows
completely activates unless you are prompted to do. Otherwise, Windows
may not start properly.

Turning Off Your Computer

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

• From the start menu

1. Click start – Turn Off Computer.

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

• With the power button

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

dialog box.

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

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

1-3

• Do not turn off or reset the computer while the hard disk indicator or

the optical drive indicator or the indicator on the optional external
floppy disk 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.

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Choosing Power Source

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

• AC power from a wall outlet

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

• Rechargeable battery

The computer is equipped with a standard battery pack. See Chapter 2 for the
battery information.

About Power Indicators

The following indicators show the power status of the computer.

Indicator Light Meaning

Power

Battery

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

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

Powered by
Battery

• When the battery is hot, the battery indicator may turn off and stay off

until the battery becomes cool.

• For more information on System standby/hibernate, see Chapter 2.

On (green) Fully charged
On (orange) Being charged

Blinking
(orange)

Off Has power
Blinking (red) Almost completely discharged

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

(The warning beep sounds.)

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Using AC Adapter

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

The AC power cord included with the computer is appropriate for the
voltage used in the area in which you purchased the computer. If you
attempt to connect the computer to a wall outlet 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 not sure.

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Resetting System

You may need to restart the system if the computer hangs up or a new hardware or
software is installed. When a message appears after the installation, click OK, Yes, etc.
to restart Windows.
You can also restart Windows by clicking start - Turn Off Computer; then, Restart.

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

Warm Boot (Software Reset)

If the system is locked up because of a software problem, you can reset or reboot the
system by pressing the Ctrl+Alt+Del keys simultaneously and select the Applications
tab of the Windows Task Manager dialog box. Click the program name that hangs up,
then, End Task. If this does not solve the problem, select the Users tab click
Disconnect or Logoff, then Yes.

Power Switch

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

Removing AC Adapter and Battery Pack

If pressing the power button fails to turn off the computer, follow these steps:

1. Confirm the hard disk indicator is not lit.

Be sure to confirm that the hard disk indicator is off before going on the
next step. Otherwise, the computer may be damaged.

2. Remove the AC adapter, then, the battery pack.

3. Ten seconds later, reinstall the battery pack and then, connect the AC adapter.

4. Turn on the computer.

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Using Glide Pad

The computer is equipped with an integrated pointing device called 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.

Pointer

Glide Pad

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• Do not hit or scratch the surface of the glide pad with pointed objects

(such as a ballpoint pen). It may damage the surface of the glide pad.

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

glide pad to operate incorrectly and to be damaged.

Enabling Glide Pad

When a USB mouse is connected to one of the USB ports of the computer, the glide
pad is disabled, which means that the computer does not respond to any tapping on the
pad. Therefore, confliction with the mouse and/or unexpected move of the pointer on
the screen can be avoided.

To enable the glide pad, use one of the following ways.

• Disconnect the connected USB mouse. (No mouse must be connected.)

• With a USB mouse connected,

1. Click start – Control Panel.

2. Click Printers and Other Hardware - Mouse.

3. In the Mouse Properties dialog box, click the Device Settings tab.

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4. Clear the box of Disable internal pointing device when external USB pointing

device is attached.

5. Click OK to close the dialog box.

6. Close the Printers and Other Hardware dialog box.

Completing the steps allows the computer always to respond to the glide pad, while
the connected USB mouse also works.

When the glide pad is disabled, the touch pad icon ( ) on the taskbar is
crossed ( ).

Using 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 is used to move the pointer around 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.

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.

If the interval between clicks is too long, the double-clicking will not
work.

Drag and Drop

You can move the items by using “drag and drop” below:

1. Position the pointer over the item you wish to move.

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

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3. Move the pointer while holding the left button. The item moves together with the

pointer.

4. Release the button when the item reaches its destination.
Or you can tap the pad twice and hold it instead of pressing the left button in the
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 Configuration

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

icon on the taskbar.

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Using Keyboard

The computer, equipped with the Windows Enhanced Keyboard, provides all the
functionality of a full-sized desktop keyboard.

Special Keys

Windows Key

Application Key

System Function Keys

The keyboard contains the function keys labeled F1 through F12 for special actions.
Use them in conjunction with the Fn key.

Fn + F1 ( )

Fn + F3 ( )

Fn + F4 ( )

Turns the wireless LAN antennas on and off

Decreases the audio volume

Increases the audio volume

Opens the Windows start menu. This key works in the
same way as the start button on the screen.

Opens short-cut menus for the specific items. This key
works in the same way as the right mouse button.

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Fn + F5 ( )

Fn + F6 ( )

Fn + F7 ( )

Fn + F8 ( )

Fn + F10 ( )

Fn + F11 ( )

Fn + F12 ( )

Rotates display mode among LCD only, an external monitor
only, and both (when connecting an external monitor).

Decreases the LCD screen brightness

Increases the LCD screen brightness

Toggles between the maximum LCD brightness and the
currently set brightness.

Stops the warning beep sound of the battery pack
(This combination is not enabled for Windows warning beep.)

Turns the LCD screen or an external monitor screen (when
connecting it) on and off

Forces the computer into System standby, hibernate, or
powered off
(See the Power Management of Chapter 2 for more
information.)

Using Optical Drive

The computer is equipped with an optical drive allowing you to read from/write into
DVD and CD. Refer to the table on the next page for the acceptable discs.

CAUTION FOR LASER
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

CLASS1 LASERPRODUCT

LASER KLASSE 1

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Disc Type

CD-ROM*1 Yes No No

CD-R Yes Yes No

Reading Writing Rewriting

DVD±R/±RW & CD-R/-RW Drive

High Speed CD-RW

/Ultra Speed CD-RW

DVD-ROM/DVD-VIDEO Yes No No

DVD-R Yes Yes*2 No

DVD-RW Yes Yes*3 Yes*3

DVD+R Yes Yes No

DVD+RW Yes Yes Yes

DVD-RAM No No No

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*

Including video CD and Photo CD.

2

*

The computer supports DVD-R of General Ver.2.0.

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*

The computer supports Ver.1.1/Ver.1.2 DVD-RW. VR format is not supported.

Yes Yes Yes

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A list of recommended media may be found on the Sharp Systems website
(http://www.sharpsystems.com).

Handling Disc

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

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

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

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

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

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Inserting Disc

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

The drive tray will pop out.

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Optical Drive Indicator

2. Gently pull out the tray.

Eject Button

Lens

Tray

3. Place your disc with label side up onto the tray and slightly press the center of

the disc until it locks into place.

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4. Gently push the tray back into the computer.

• Do not press the eject button when the optical drive indicator is lit. It

may cause malfunction of the computer.

• Do not leave the tray pulled out. Also, avoid touching the lens in the

tray. If the lens becomes dirty, the disc may malfunction.

Removing Disc

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

optical drive tray will pop out.

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

2. Gently pull out the tray.

3. Holding its edge, remove the disc from the tray.

4. Gently push the tray back into the computer.

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Writing Data to Disc

• Before writing to discs, follow the instructions below:

Writing to CD-R and CD-RW

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

process will stop and fail.

• Disable the power management. See Power Management of

Chapter 2.

• Close all unnecessary and automatic start-up applications.

• Disable the screen saver. (Refer to the Changing Wallpaper and

Setting Screen Saver section later in this chapter.)

• Some discs restrict the writing or rewriting speed to ensure recording

quality.

• When copying data with the preinstalled application, Drag’n Drop

CD+DVD, the type of the destination media should be same as that of
the source media.

• After creating an audio CD, you cannot add data into it even if it is not

full.

You may write data into CD-R or CD-RW discs. CD-RW is rewritable, meaning that
you can write/erase data into/from the disc. CD-R is non-rewritable, meaning that you
cannot erase written data. If free space remains, you can add data until the disc is full.

You can use CD-R or CD-RW to write data on. CD-RW is an erasable disc onto
which you can write data and from which you can erase data. CD-R is non-erasable
disc onto which you can write data only once. If free space remains, you can add data
until the disc is full.
To write data, use the preinstalled application, Drag’n Drop CD+DVD.

To run the Drag’n Drop CD+DVD, click start – All Programs – Drag’n Drop
CD+DVD4 – Drag’n Drop CD+DVD4. (Refer to the online help of the Drag’n Drop
CD+DVD for more information.)

• See the online help of the Drag’n Drop CD+DVD for details and other

features.

• You can also write data with the Windows CD writing software on the

computer. Refer to the Windows Help and Support for more information.

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Writing to DVD±R and DVD±RW

You can write data into DVD±R and DVD±RW discs. DVD±RW is rewritable,
meaning that you can write/erase data into/from the disc. DVD±R is non-rewritable,
meaning that you cannot erase written data. If free space remains, you can add data
until the disc is full.

Use Drag’n Drop CD+DVD to write data and Ulead DVD MovieFactory to create
videos each installed on the computer.

To run the Drag’n Drop CD+DVD, click start – All programs – Drag’n Drop
CD+DVD4 - Drag’n Drop CD+DVD4.

To run the Ulead DVD MovieFactory, click start – All Programs – Ulead DVD
MovieFactory 3 SE –Ulead DVD MovieFactory 3 SE.

• For DVD-RW/DVD+RW, you can add or re-edit video images to your

DVD video created using the Ulead DVD MovieFactory even if it is not
full.

• See the online help of the Ulead DVD MovieFactory for details and

other features.

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Watching DVD Video

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

• Before watching DVD videos, follow the instructions below:

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

will stop.

• Close all unnecessary and the automatic start-up applications.

• Disable the screen saver. (Refer to the Changing Wallpaper and

Setting Screen Saver section later in this chapter.)

• When playing a DVD video, you may experience a picture with an

irregular motion, or frame dropouts, depending on videos.

• This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is

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

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(Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216;,
4,819,098 and 4,907,093 licensed for limited viewing uses only.)

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

Changing Region Code

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A DVD video has a region code which prevents playback of the disc in certain
regions. The region code appears on the top of the disc.
When shipped from the factory, your optical drive is set to a region code applicable to
your area.

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

Available region codes are:

Region Code Area

1 U.S.A, Canada

2 West Europe, Japan, South Africa

3 South East Asia

4 Australia, Spanish America

5 Russia, East Europe, Africa

6 China

To change the region code:

1. Insert a DVD video into the drive.

If the region code of the DVD video is different from that of your drive, the
Confirm Region dialog box appears.

2. The region code currently selected is marked in the left box. Region code of

your DVD video is marked in the right box. If you want to change the drive
code and play the DVD video, click OK.

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On some DVD videos, plural region codes are selectable in the right box
of the Confirm Region dialog box. Carefully choose an appropriate one.

When the Confirm Region dialog box does not appear:

1. Click start - My Computer – View system information.

Using Parental Control

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

1. Run the InterVideo WinDVD.

2. In the System Properties dialog box, select the Hardware tab and

click the Device Manager button.

3. In the Device Manager dialog box, double-click the DVD/CD-

ROM drives string and MATSHITA xxxxxx.(xxxxxx is your
optical drive name.)

4. Select the DVD Region tab, choose the listed distribution area

of the DVD video, then, confirm the region code shown in the
New Region field is correct and click OK.

5. Read the message on the screen, then, click OK.

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2. Right-click somewhere in the InterVideo WinDVD 5 window and click Setup….

The Setup dialog box will appear.

3. In the Preferences tab, click the Set Password button in the Parental Playback

Control section.

4. Type a password twice and click OK.

5. Click OK in the confirmation window.

6. Click the Set Rating button and enter the password.

7. Click OK.

8. Select a control level and click Set.

9. Click OK. See online help of the WinDVD for more details.

Creating DVD Video

The computer has DVD creating/editing software installed, called Ulead DVD
MovieFactory. This section explains how to create your DVD video with the Ulead
DVD MovieFactory. For more information or other features, see the Help of the Ulead
DVD MovieFactory or consult Ulead Systems Inc.

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Creating DVD Video

The following steps show how to write images taken by digital camera onto CD-R
using the Ulead DVD MovieFactory.

1. Turn on your video device and set it to playback mode.

• Confirm it is in playback mode.

• Make sure that the media is ready for playback in the video device.

2. Connect it to the computer. (Refer to the IEEE1394 Device section of

Chapter 3.)

3. Select Make a DVD in the Digital Video Device window and click OK to run the

Ulead DVD MovieFactory 3 SE.

When you run the application for the first time, the Registration window
opens. To avail of support service for Ulead DVD MovieFactory 3 SE,
you need to make a registration with Ulead. Register now or later.

4. Insert a new DVD-R into the optical drive. If you have the message “What do

you want Windows to do?”, click Cancel.

5. Click Direct to Disc in the menu box.

6. Select DVD in the Output disc format field and then, click Next.

7. Select DVD-Video and then, click OK.

8. Select the connected device from the Source pull down menu.

9. Select Full DV tape from the Capture mode pull down menu.

10. Click ( ) button to start capture.

The confirmation window for the capture duration may appear. Read the
message and follow the instruction.

11. When the capture is completed, select Close and then, click OK.

The optical drive will automatically open.

12. Remove the DVD-R and close the optical drive.

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Controlling Volume

You can adjust the output volume of the computer with the following volume controls
that interact with each other.

With Keyboard

Press and hold the Fn key and then, press the F3 ( ) key to decrease the output
volume.
Press and hold the Fn key and then, press the F4 ( ) key to increase the output
volume.

On Windows

1. Click start - Control Panel.

2. Click Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices; then, Sounds and Audio Devices. If

Classic view is selected, double-click the Sounds and Audio Devices icon.

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

the output volume.

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

You can also easily adjust the volume in the window that will open when
clicking the speaker symbol on the taskbar. When the symbol is not on the
taskbar, check the box of Place volume icon in the taskbar in the step 3.

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Adjusting Display

You can adjust the brightness, resolution, and number of colors of the internal LCD
display for more comfortable viewing.

By default, the brightness level of the LCD screen is maximized.

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Changing Brightness of Display

Press and hold the Fn key and then, press the F6 ( ) key to decrease the brightness
of the internal LCD display.
Press and hold the Fn key and then, press the F7 ( ) to increase the brightness of
the internal LCD display.
Press and hold the Fn key and then, press the F8 ( ) to maximizes the LCD screen

brightness. Pressing them again returns the LCD screen brightness to the previous
status.

Changing Resolution and Number of Colors

When shipped, the 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 the Settings tab.

2. Select the number of the colors in the Color quality field, and select the

resolution in the Screen resolution field. Refer to the table below.

3. Click OK; then, Yes.

Available Resolutions and Colors

Resolution

800 x 600 64K

1024 x 768 64K

1280 x 768

1280 x 1024

1400 x 1050

1600 x 1200

(*1)

(*1)

(*1)

(*1)

Number of Colors

(*2)

(*2)

(*2)

16M

16M

64K

16M

64K

16M

64K

16M

64K

16M

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)

(*1

Can be chosen for an external monitor only when it is capable of the listed resolution
modes. Cannot be set when displaying only on the LCD monitor or on both of the
LCD and an external monitor simultaneously.

(*2)

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

a Dithering algorithm.

• You cannot switch to display resolutions and number of colors that are

not available.

• In the Color quality, Medium (16 bit) means 65,536 (64K) colors, and

High (32 bit) means about 16,770,000 (16M) colors.

Changing Wallpaper and Setting Screen Saver

You can enjoy various desktop patterns or screen savers.

Changing Wallpaper

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

2. Select an appropriate wallpaper in the Background pull-down menu.

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3. Click OK.

Setting Screen Saver

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

2. Select an appropriate screen saver in the Screen saver pull-down menu and set

time when screen saver starts.

3. Click OK.

To disable the screen saver, select [None] from the Screen saver pull­down menu.

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Sharing Your Computer

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 My Documents folder etc., and save them to their user
accounts. When you turn on the computer, select your user account.

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Setting New User Account

1. Click start - Control Panel.

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

icon.

3. Click the Create a new account string.

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

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

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

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

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

Log Off Your Computer

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

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

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

1. Click start - Log Off.

2. Select Switch User or Log Off. If you select Log Off, the dialog box asking you

to save the data may appear.

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3. Select a new account to start Windows again.

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

Setting Password to User Account

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

Setting Password

1. Click start - Control Panel.

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

Accounts icon.

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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.)

4. Select the Create a password string.

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

appear.

• Only the members of the Computer administrators group can set a

password to another user account.

5. Type a new password.

6. Type the new password again to confirm it.

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

8. Click Create Password.

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

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Changing Password

1. Follow the steps 1-2 on the previous 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.)

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

• If the password has not been set yet, the Change the password or

Change my password will not appear.

• Only the members of the Computer administrators group can change

the password of another user account.

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

this step.

5. Type a new password.

6. Type the new password again to confirm it.

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

8. Click Change Password.

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

Deleting Password

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

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.)

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

• If the password has not been set yet, the Remove the password or

Remove my password will not appear.

• Only the members of the Computer administrators group can delete the

password of another user account.

4. Type your password and click Remove Password. If you want to delete the

password of another user account, just click Remove Password.

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

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CHAPTER 2

Battery and Power Management

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

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

1. Click start – Control Panel.

2. Click Performance and Maintenance – Power Options in

Category view or double-click Power Options icon in Classic
view.

Battery Pack

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

To keep the battery life longer:

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

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

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

• 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 power, enable

power management and set the system hibernate. Refer to the Power
Management section in this chapter.

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

properly. Connect the AC power source to charge the battery.

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Charging Battery Pack

Connect the AC adapter to the computer and leave it until the battery is fully charged.

When the battery indicator ( ) lights orange, the battery is being charged. When
green, the battery has been fully charged.

• Charging time may vary according to the status of the computer.

• The battery indicator may turn off even while the battery is being

charged. This is either because the battery pack is hot or else the
system power consumption is very high due to using the optical frive,
peripheral devices or CPU-intensive application, and the charging
stops temporarily. When the battery becomes cool, the charging will
restart and the battery indicator will turn on again.

• 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 connect
the AC adapter again. If the battery indicator still blinks orange,
consult your local dealer.

Battery Indicator

To Wall
Outlet

Checking Battery Level

On Windows

You can check the battery level by placing the pointer on the battery icon ( . :
powered on battery) or the AC plug icon ( : powered on AC power and charging
the battery pack) on the taskbar, or double-clicking one of these icons ( , or :
powered on AC power) to open the Power Meter dialog box. If the battery is fully
charged, remaining capacity level will not appear even if you point to the icon.

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

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

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

3. Close the Control Panel window.

• The remaining operating time depends on the amount of the power the

computer is consuming. If you are using the audio system, PC card
slot, hard disk drive, or peripheral devices with the computer, it may
consume more battery power.

• The Power Meter may not indicate correctly for a short period after

resuming from standby or hibernation mode.

• If the actual remaining power in your battery is less than what the

Power Meter indicates, you should condition the battery pack as per
the procedure on the Conditioning Battery Pack section in this chapter.

Low Battery Indication

On Windows, you can set the battery level for sounding an alarm and letting the
computer go on System standby, System hibernate or shut down.

When the battery power level becomes significantly low, the battery
indicator ( ) blinks red, the warning beep sounds. Save your data and
turn off the computer, or connect the AC power source immediately.
Otherwise, the computer will be shut down and the unsaved data may be
lost.

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To stop the warning beep sound, press the Fn+F10 ( ) keys.

Battery Indicator

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

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

Critical battery alarm to 5% or more and the Low battery alarm to more than the
value of the Critical battery alarm.

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

4. Click OK twice.

5. Close the Control Panel window.

Conditioning Battery Pack

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

1. Press and hold the Fn key and then, press the F7 ( ) key several times to

maximize the LCD screen brightness.

2. Turn on the computer.

3. 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.

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

F2 to open the Setup Utility.

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

completely discharged and the system shuts down automatically.

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

• Do not turn on the computer until the battery indicator turns to green

and the battery is fully charged.

• Do not connect the computer to AC power while discharging the

battery. The conditioning will be cancelled.

Repeated charging and discharging or long-term storage of the battery
pack cause battery deterioration. In this case, replace the battery pack
with a new one.

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Changing Battery Pack

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

When you replace the battery pack with a new one:

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

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

3. Slide the two battery stoppers to the unlocked position ( ) and hold them; then,

push out the battery pack.

Battery Stoppers

4. Align the notched parts of a new battery pack to the projecting parts of the

computer and insert the battery pack.

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Projecting Parts

Notched Parts

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5. Gently push he battery pack into the socket until you hear the clicking sound and

the battery stoppers go back to their original positions.

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Power Management

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

• Stopping power supply to the hard disk

• Stopping power supply to the diplay

• Controlling CPU speed

• Using System standby/hibernate

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

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

Stopping Power Supply to Hard Disk

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

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

3. Close the Control Panel window.

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Stopping Power Supply to Display

This procedure is also effective for an attached external monitor
complying with the power management.

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

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

3. Close the Control Panel window.

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Controlling CPU Speed

Windows XP controls the processor performance to reduce power consumption.

When communicating, or reading/writing data, set the Processor
Performance to the highest performance.

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

2. Select an appropriate power scheme from the pull-down menu in the Power

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schemes field according to the table below, and click OK.

3. Close the Power Options Properties dialog box, then, the Control Panel window.

Power Scheme Processor Performance

Portable/Laptop

Presentation

Using AC

Power

Using Battery Always runs at lower performance state

Using AC

Power

Using Battery Always runs at lower performance state

Using AC

Power

Using Battery Always runs at lower performance state

Using AC

Power

Using Battery Always runs at lower performance state

Always runs at highest performance state Home/Office Desk

Performance state will be chosen based on CPU

demand

Performance state will be chosen based on CPU

demand

Always runs at highest performance state Always On

Minimal Power

Management

Max Battery

Using AC

Power

Using Battery Always runs at lower performance state

Using AC

Power

Using Battery Always runs at lower performance state

• Note that the Power schemes includes other power management

settings (such as a timer for System standby, etc.) appearing on the
Power Schemes tab. Confirm those settings are set to appropriate
values when you select the processor performance using power
schemes facility.

• A new option of the Power Scheme may be added according to the

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Performance state will be chosen based on CPU

demand

Performance state will be chosen based on CPU

demand

applications installed in the computer.

• You can set your own Power scheme. Follow these steps to save the

settings.

1. Set all power management settings to your suitable ones.

2. Click Save as….

3. Type an appropriate name.

4. Click OK.

• If the USB speaker or USB headphone produces noise, select Always

runs at highest performance state.

Once the preinstalled Power Scheme settings listed on the previous page
are deleted, there is no way but re-installation to retrieve them.

Using System Standby/Hibernate

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

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last state of the computer. In Windows, the System standby and System hibernate are
defined as following:

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

power supply to all but a few essential components. Your system enters and
resumes from the system standby per the conditions mentioned later. In the system
standby, the power indicator blinks green and the power button blinks blue. To
resume from the system standby, press any key.

• System hibernate saves the current condition of the computer in part of the hard

disk and turns off the computer. Your system enters and resumes from the system
hibernate per the conditions mentioned later. In the system hibernate the power
indicator is off. To resume from the system hibernate, press the power button.

When entering/resuming from the system standby/hibernate, follow these
instructions:

• Finish communications, printing, and playing music or video before

entering the system standby/hibernate.

• Do not operate the computer or peripheral devices, or

connect/disconnect peripheral devices, while entering/resuming from
the system standby/hibernate.

• Save your data before the computer enters the system standby. If the

power supply to the computer is stopped, the RAM contents will be
lost.

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Select your user account if Windows requires when the computer resumes
from the system standby/hibernate.

Supporting System Hibernate

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

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Confirm that the system hibernate is supported with the following steps.

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

2. Confirm the box of Enable hibernation is checked.

3. Click OK.

4. Close the Control Panel window.

Set Timer to Enter System Standby/Hibernate Automatically

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

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

2. From the pull-down menu of the System standby or/and System hibernates, select

the elapsed time before the computer automatically enters the system
standby/hibernate.

3. Click OK.

4. Close the Control Panel window.

Entering System Standby/Hibernate

The computer enters the system standby/hibernate in each of the following cases:

• You select Stand By or Hibernate (which will replace Stand By if your press Shift

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

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• The specified time in the System Standby or System hibernates in the Power

Schemes tab of the Power Options Properties dialog box has passed without any

operation. (See the previous section.)

• The screen cover is closed.

The above functions if you perform the following:

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

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

field.

3. Click OK.

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4. Close the Control Panel window.

• You press the power button

The above functions if you perform the following:

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

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

computer field.

3. Click OK.

4. Close the Control Panel window.

• You press the Fn+F12 ( )

The above functions if you perform the following:

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

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

field.

3. Click OK.

4. Close the Control Panel window.

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

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

• The battery level is low.

The above functions if you set the alarm in Windows. See the Low Battery
Indication section earlier in this chapter.

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Disabling Power Management

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

2. Set Turn off monitor, Turn off hard disks, System standby, and System hibernates

to Never, then, click OK.

3. Close the Control Panel window.

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CHAPTER 3

Peripherals

This chapter describes how to use peripheral devices with the computer. You can
connect an optional floppy disk drive unit, a printer, an external monitor, a PC card,
an IEEE1394 device or other devices to the computer. To ensure proper use, be sure to
read the instructions for each peripheral device before connecting it to the computer.

Peripheral Device Ports

The computer has connection ports for the peripheral devices shown on the next page.
For connection, 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/inserting a USB device, a
PC card, an IEEE1394 device, etc.).

• Confirm the peripheral devices you will connect are Windows XP

compatible.

• When you connect some of the devices, you may have to turn on the

computer before powering on the devices.

• Some devices require that you install the appropriate drivers before

use.

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Connection Ports for Peripherals

USB Ports

USB Ports

External Display Port

Microphone Jack

Headphone

Audio Output Jack

IEEE1394 Port

Port Design

Port name Port Design

USB Port

External Display Port

Headphone /

Audio Output Jack

Microphone Jack

IEEE1394 Port

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Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit

You can use double-density (2DD) 720KB or high-density (2HD) 1.44MB floppy
disks with the optional external floppy disk drive unit (CD-FD05).

• 1.44MB (2HD) disks are appropriate for the drive unit.

• There are restrictions in using 720KB (2DD) disks. Refer to the

Connecting Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit

Trouble with Floppy Disks section in the Troubleshooting in this
manual.

• Do not place the floppy disk drive unit on its side or upside down.

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

Connect the floppy disk drive unit cable to one of the USB ports on the computer.

cause malfunction.

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

the drive to malfunction.

When connecting the cable to one of the USB ports, be sure to let the
USB mark ( ) side down.

Optional External
Floppy Disk Drive Unit

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USB Ports

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Handling Floppy Disk

• 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.

Inserting Floppy Disk

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

Arrow Facing Up

Indicator

• 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 when inserting the floppy disk. If you have

difficulty inserting or removing disks, consult an authorized service
technician.

• Do not touch the disk while reading/writing data. It may cause

malfunction of the computer and the drive.

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Ejecting Floppy Disk

Before ejecting 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. Eject it and store it properly.

Eject Button

Formatting Floppy Disk

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

drive.

2. Click start – My Computer.

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

4. Select the appropriate formatting options.

5. Click Start to start formatting.

• When you format a floppy disk that already contains data, all of the

data stored on the disk will be lost.

• You cannot format double-density (2DD) floppy disks.

Removing Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit

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

1. Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon ( ) on the taskbar.

2. Click Safely remove Mitsumi USB Floppy – Drive(A:); then, Safe To Remove
Hardware dialog appears.

3. Remove the unit from the computer.

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External Display

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

• Some monitors, which are not compatible with the computer, may not

display correctly.

• In this section, you often see the expression “Display Properties dialog

box.” To open the dialog box, right-click somewhere on the Windows
desktop and select Properties from the pop-up menu.

• To display the image on an external monitor, you may need to install

its drive. Before using the external monitor, refer to the manual
included with it.

Connecting External Monitor

1. Turn off the computer and the external monitor.

2. Open the display port cover.

Display Port Cover

Be sure to close the display port cover when the external display port is
not used.

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3. Connect one end of the display cable to the external display port, then, the other
end of the display cable to your external monitor. If the display cable has screws,
be sure to tighten them.

External Display Port

Display Cable

Screw

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

(supplied with the monitor
or in the market)

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Switching Display

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

2. Select the S3Display tab; then, check the box of the desired output display(s) and
click OK.

3. Click OK in the confirmation window.

4. Click Yes in the confirmation window.

5. Click OK.

6. Close the dialog box.

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

• When displaying on both of the LCD monitor and the external monitor

simultaneously, the external monitor should be capable for displaying
in 1024x768 resolution or more. Otherwise, the external monitor may
not display images properly.

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

display.

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Extending Image onto External Monitor

• While the image is being extended, you cannot use the Fn+F5 ( )

keys.

• Only the LCD display can be the primary monitor.

To extend the image on the LCD onto the external monitor:

1. In the Settings tab of the Display Properties dialog box, select the “2” display
icon, and then, check the box of Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor.

2. Click OK, then, follow the instructions shown on the screen.

To stop extending the image, clear the box of Extend my Windows desktop onto this

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monitor in the step 1.

Disconnecting External Monitor

1. Turn off the computer and the external monitor.

2. Remove the display cable from the computer.

3. Close the display port cover.

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Audio System

You can output sound to speakers, audio equipment or headphones and also input
sound through a microphone.

Connecting Speaker

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

Speakers with an Amplifier

Headphone/Audio
Output Jack

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Stereo Mini Plug

Connecting Audio Equipment

You can connect analog audio equipment to the audio output jack on the computer.

Audio Equipment

Headphone/Audio
Output Jack

Stereo Mini Plug

Analog Audio Cable

LINE IN (L)

White

LINE IN (R)

Red

You can adjust the output volume on Windows by clicking the speaker
symbol on the taskbar or use the Fn+F3 ( ) or F4 ( ) keys
combination.

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Connecting Headphone

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

Headphone

Headphone/Audio
Output Jack

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Connecting Microphone

You can input sound using an external microphone connected to the microphone jack.
Use an electret condenser microphone with an impedance of 1.5kΩ through 2.4kΩ
and an allowable voltage of 2.5V.

Microphone Jack

Stereo Mini Plug

Microphone

Mini Plug

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USB Device

The computer has an interface called Universal Serial Bus (USB). Its four USB ports
support USB1.1 and USB2.0. 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 connecting the cable to one of the USB ports, be sure to let the
USB mark ( ) side down.

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

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USB Ports

To remove the USB devices, you may need to perform the following instructions.

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

2. Click Safely remove xxxx (xxxx is the name of your USB device); then, the Safe
To Remove Hardware dialog appears.

3. Remove the device from the computer.

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

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PC Card

The computer is equipped with a PC card (supporting PC Card Standard, CardBus
compliant) slot, which can accommodate a Type II 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
see the message on the screen. In this case, install the PC card driver
by following the instructions on the screen.

• When you insert a protruding card such as wireless networking card:

• Do not give force to the card; otherwise the computer may be

damaged.

• Do not carry the computer with the card inserted.

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

not inside the computer cabinet, push it back into the cabinet.

PC Card Slot

PC Card Eject Button

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

Label Face Up

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

Ejecting PC Card

• Some PC cards may become hot after long use. Be careful when

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

2. Click Safely remove xxxx (xxxx is the name of your PC card); then, the Safe To

removing the card from the PC card slot.

• Be sure to use the procedure below when ejecting the PC card.

Otherwise, the data on the PC card may be cleared or the system may
not work properly.

to show all kinds of icons.

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Remove Hardware dialog appears.

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3. Push the PC card eject button so that it will pop out from the side of the

computer.

PC Card Eject Button

4. Push the PC card eject button until the inserted PC card pops out; then, remove it.

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

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Printer

You can connect a USB printer to any of the USB ports on the computer.

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

Connecting Printer

When connecting the cable to one of the USB ports, be sure to let the
USB mark ( ) side down.

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

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

USB Ports

USB Cable

To remove the printer from the computer, refer to the steps in the USB Device section.

Printer

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IEEE1394 Device

You can connect an IEEE1394 device to the computer. The IEEE1394 is a digital
interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in two directions
between the devices, and also controlling other equipments.

When two or more IEEE1394 compatible devices are connected to the computer in a
daisy chain, operations and data transactions are possible with not only the equipment
that is directly connected, but also other devices via the directly connected device.

• Confirm the IEEE1394 device to be connected is Windows XP

compatible.

• Use AC power for the computer and the IEEE1394 device especially

when reading/writing the data.

• Some IEEE1394 devices require that you install the drivers before use.

Connecting IEEE1394 Device

• You can connect the device with the computer powered on.

• Be sure to read the manual(s) of the IEEE1394 device.

1. Connect and end of the DV cable into the IEEE1394 port of the computer and the
other end into the DV connector of the IEEE1394 device.

IEEE1394 Port

DV Cable

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To IEEE1394
Compliant Device

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

3. Start the appropriate application for handling your data.

Disconnecting IEEE1394 Device

1. Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon ( ) on the taskbar. If you cannot find
the icon, click
step3.

2. If the name of your device appears, click Safely remove xxxx string (xxxx is the
name of your IEEE1394 device.); then, the Safe To Remove Hardware dialog
appears. If your IEEE1394 device does not appear, skip this step.

3. Remove the DV cable from the computer.

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CHAPTER 4

Communication Functions

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

• When you use communication software:

• Connect the computer to the AC power source.

• Disable power management. (Refer to Disabling Power

Management of Chapter 2.)

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

• The communication speed may vary depending on the traffic, local

telecommunications infrastructure, and ISP (Internet Service Provider)
infrastructure.

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Built-in Modem

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

• The built-in modem on the 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.

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

of the built-in modem to COM 3 and modem name to SmartLink 56K
Modem if required.

• Before commencing with fax communication, it is recommended that

you exit other application programs.

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Connecting Modem to Telephone Line

1. Turn off the computer.

2. Open the cover of the modem jack on the left side of the computer.

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

Modem Cover

3. Connect the modem cable to the modem jack and the telephone line.

To Telephone
Line

Modem Cable

Be sure not to insert the modem cable into the LAN jack on the rear side
of the computer. It may damage the LAN jack and the modem cable.

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

4. Turn on the computer.

Modem Jack

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Configuring Modem

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

Modem Configuration

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

1. Click start – Control Panel – Printers and Other Hardware; then, Phone and

Modem Options. If the Classic view is selected, double-click the Phone and
Modem Options icon.

2. In the Location Information dialog box, select your country, type your area code,

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

After the configuration, click or double-click the Phone and Modem Options (icon) to
open the Phone and Modem Options dialog box and double-click the location name in
the Locations field of the Dialing Rules tab for the information you set above.
Clicking Edit… or New…allows you to make a new location or change the settings.

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Internet Connection

Windows XP has a special Internet connection wizard to help you to connect to the
Internet with ease.

• If you plan to connect into the Internet and dial an Internet Service

Provider (ISP) through the modem, have your account information and

1. Click start – Control Panel - Network and Internet Connections; then, Network

Connections. If the Classic view is selected, double-click the Network
Connections icon.

2. In the Network Connections dialog box, click Create a new connection of the

Network Tasks section. The New Connection Wizard dialog box will appear.

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 the Dial-up field of the

Network Connections dialog box.

3. Follow the instructions on the screen.

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Removing Modem Cable

Before pulling the modem cable out of the modem jack, be sure to release
the connector of the modem cable by pressing the connector tab.
Excessive force may damage the tab.

1. Turn off the computer.

2. Press and hold the connector tab of the modem cable and then, pull out the cable.

Connector Tab

3. Close the modem jack cover.

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LAN Unit

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

Never insert any cables, but a LAN cable, which have different electric
characteristics from those of the LAN cable. Otherwise, the LAN unit and
the cables may be damaged.

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
LAN.

Connecting Your Computer to LAN

1. Turn off the computer.

2. Connect the LAN cable to the LAN jack and the network hub.

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LAN Jack

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

You can also directly communicate with another computer using a cross
LAN cable.

3. Turn on the computer.

LAN Cable (Straight Cable)

To Network Hub

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Removing LAN cable

Before pulling the LAN cable out of the LAN jack, be sure to release the
connector of the LAN cable by pressing the connector tab. Excessive
force may damage the tab.

1. Turn off the computer.

2. Press and hold the connector tab of the LAN cable and then, pull out the cable.

Connector Tab

Configuring LAN Unit

1. Click start - Control Panel.

2. Click Network and Internet Connections; then, Network Connections. If the

Classic view is selected, double-click the Network Connections icon.

3. Right-click Local Area Connection.

4. From the pop-up menu, click Properties.

5. In the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, set the network setting

according to the instruction of your network administrator.

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.

If you cannot access the network,

1. Click start - Control Panel.

2. Click Performance and Maintenance; then, System. If the Classic view is

selected, double-click the System icon.

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

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4. Double-click Network adapters, then, VIA Rhine II Fast Ethernet Adapter.

5. Click the Advanced tab, and select Connection Type in the Property list and

select an appropriate value in the Value pull-down menu.

6. Click OK and close the Device Manager window.

7. Click OK and close the Control Panel window.

Configuring Network Settings

You can configure your network settings in various manners according to network
environments. This section provides one of them with the following conditions.

• Two computers, which do not have Internet connections, are connected directly

each other with a cross LAN cable.

• The two computers are running on Windows XP.

• The Network Setup Wizard is used for network configuration.

Configuring Network Settings of Computer

Prior to configuring, be sure to connect the two computers with a cross
LAN cable.

1. Click start – Control Panel – Network and Internet Connections – Network

Setup Wizard. The Network Setup Wizard dialog box will open.

2. Click Next.

3. Click Next again.

When a message “The wizard found disconnected network hardware.”
appears:

• With the Local Area Connection string displayed in the

Connections field, click Cancel to quit the wizard and confirm the

other computer is powered on or the both computers are connected
correctly with a cross cable.

• Otherwise, check the box of Ignore disconnected network hardware

and then, click Next.

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4. Select Other and click Next.

5. Select the third option, This computer belongs to a network that does not have an

Internet connection, and click Next.

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6. Select the second choice, Let me choose the connections to my network, and click

Next.

When the message Give this computer a description and name appears, go
to the step 9.

7. Clear all boxes except that of Local Area Connection.

Confirm only the box of Local Area Connection is checked.

8. Click Next.

9. Input Computer description if necessary and Computer name, then, click Next.

The Computer name should be unique. Type a name that is different from
that of the other computer.

10. Type a Workgroup name and click Next.

The Workgroup name should be same as that of the other computer.

11. Select Turn on file and printer sharing and then, click Next.

12. Click Next. The network configuration will start.

13. Select the forth option, Just finish the wizard; I don’t need to run the wizard on

other computers, and click Next.

14. Click Finish, then, Yes. The computer will restart.

Changing Your Computer Name or Workgroup Name

When you need to change the computer name or workgroup name, follow these
instructions.

1. Click start – My Computer.

2. Click View system information in the System Tasks field. The System Properties

dialog box will open.

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3. Click the Computer Name tab and the Change… button. The Computer Name

Changes dialog box will appear.

4. Type the Computer name and the Workgroup and then, click OK.

5. Click OK twice and Yes. The computer will restart.

Sharing Files and Folders

You can share files and folders on each computer when they are permitted to share.
With the function you can copy documents stored on your desktop computer to your
notebook computer or display data on the computer and the other computer.

Sharing Files and Folders

This section provides how to share a folder on the network. With these steps you can
also share a drive.

1. Right-click a folder to be shared and click Sharing and Security…. The XXX

Properties dialog box will open. (XXX is the folder’s name.)

2. Check the box of Share this folder on the network. Confirm the name typed in

the Share name field is the folder name to be shared.

When you have not used the Network Setup Wizard or shared any folders
or drivers before, follow these instructions to enable file sharing.

1. Click If you understand the security risks but want to share files

without running the wizard, click here in the Network Sharing
and Security section. The Enable File Sharing dialog box will

appear.

2. Select Just enable file sharing and click OK.

3. Check the box of Share this folder on the network and type the

folder name to be shared in the Share name field.

3. Click the View your Windows Firewall settings string.

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When the string is not shown in the dialog box, go to the step 6.

4. Click the Exceptions tab and check the box of File and Printer Sharing.

5. Click OK.

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6. Click OK.

A sharing symbol ( ) will be added to the icon of the shared folder.

Copying Shared File

1. Click start – Control Panel.

2. Click Network and Internet Connections; then, Network Connections. If the

Classic view is selected, double-click the Network Connections icon.

3. Click My Network Places in the Other Places field located on the left.

4. Click View workgroup computers in the Network Tasks field. All the icons of

computers belonging to the same workgroup will appear.

5. Double-click the icon of the other computer. The shared folder(s) will appear.

6. Double-click the shared folder. When a password is required, type it.

7. Drag and drop the desired file to the desktop of your computer. The file is copied

on your computer.

8. Close the window.

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Wireless LAN

The computer has an integrated wireless LAN function compliant with IEEE 802.11g
and IEEE 802.11b standards.

• The computer can communicate with wireless devices supporting IEEE

802.11g or IEEE 802.11b. Note that there are some devices the

Wireless LAN Modes

There are two kinds of wireless LAN modes: Infrastructure mode and Ad Hoc mode.

computer cannot communicate with even if they support IEEE 802.11g
or IEEE 802.11b.

• The computer cannot communicate with wireless devices only

supporting IEEE 802.11a.

• The range to give reliable performance and the quality of connection

varies depending on the environment where you perform.

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Access Point (Infrastructure) Mode

Infrastructure mode refers to a wireless network in which wireless devices
communicate with each other through an access point (AP). Wireless devices can
communicate with each other or can communicate with a wired network through AP.

To Internet

ADSL modem,

Access Point

cable modem,
or similar

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Ad Hoc Mode

Ad Hoc mode refers to a type of network that consists of multiple computers each
equipped with a wireless networking interface. Each computer can communicate
directly with other wireless enabled computer.

The data is transmitted according to the IEEE 802.11b in ad-hoc mode.

Security Measures

Since wireless LAN provides data transfer using electric waves instead of LAN cables
between communicating devices, a third party can illegally access to and monitor the
transmitted information. The following security measures reduce opportunities to
receive the threats. Use a combination of the following measures for more secure
communications.

See the Notice of Security with Wireless Devices section on page xiv.

Authentication

The following may help you to protect your important data from illegal access.

• SSID (Service Set Identifier)

“SSID” is a common network name. An SSID acts as a password that is shared
with all connecting wireless devices, resulting in preventing access by any device
that does not have the SSID. Set a same SSID on the computer and an access point
which you are using. To enhance the security, rely on a combination of the SSID
and WEP or WPA security. (For details on configuration of the access point, refer
to its manual.)

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• MAC (Media Access Control) address filtering

MAC addresses are unique addresses on the network, which are assigned to the
computer’s network interface cards. An access point allows access by only devices
if their MAC addresses match the addresses in an authentication list used by the
access point. Register your MAC address with the access point which you are
using. (For more information, refer to the manual of the access point.)

To confirm the MAC address of the computer;

1. Click start – All Programs – Accessories – Command Prompt.

2. Type ipconfig/all and press Enter.

3. Confirm the numbers of Physical Address in the Ethernet adapter

Wireless Network Connection field.

4. Type exit and press Enter.

• WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)

The computer supports WPA, a wireless LAN security standard increasing the
level of data protection and access control compared to WEP (Wired Equivalent
Privacy) encryption. To use the WPA security, a WPA-enabled access point is
required. To implement user authentication, one of the security enhancements of
WPA, an authentication server is needed. For details on WPA features, consult
your network administrator or the manual of the access point which you are using.

Encryption

The computer provides new encryption mechanisms, TKIP and AES, as well as the
WEP. All of the TKIP, AES and WEP techniques can transmit encrypted data to make
illegal interception more difficult.

• To use the WEP functions, your communication partner must support

the functions.

• To utilize TKIP, the access point which you are using must support

TKIP.

• To utilize AES, the access point which you are using must support AES.

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• WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)

WEP relies on an encryption key that is shared between a wireless device and an
access point. The key is used to encrypt data and decrypt the transmitted data.

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• The computer supports 128-bit and 64-bit WEP keys.

• For enhancement of security, the encryption keys should be

periodically changed.

• TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol)

TKIP provides an improved data encryption, which was weak in WEP. The TKIP
encryption automatically generates a new unique encryption key periodically for
each device to avoid the same key staying in use for weeks as they do with WEP.

• AES (Advanced Encryption Standard)

AES is a stronger form of encryption than is found in the WPA protocol and is the
security standard approved by US Government organizations.

Activating Antenna

To communicate through wireless LAN, the integrated antennas must be activated.
You can enable/disable the antennas by pressing the Fn+F1 ( ) key combination.
When the antenna indicator ( ) lights green, the antennas are enabled. When the
indicator light is off, they are disabled.

Disable the antennas on airplanes and in specific place where radio­susceptible equipment is nearby such as medical electrical equipment.
Electric waves generated from the antennas may affect the devices and
cause malfunction of the devices.

Antennas (Invisible)

Antenna Indicator

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Connecting to Network via an Access Point

You can connect the computer to the Internet or a wired network via an access point
supporting IEEE 802.11g or IEEE 802.11b. You need to configure your access point
for IP address, DNS server address, and gateway address. Refer to the manual of the
access point or consult your network administrator if you are not sure.
This section describes how to configure the computer for wireless communications.

Configuring Wireless LAN Setting

The configuring process is an example. Some access points require the
specific IP address, subnet mask, default gateway and DNS server. Refer
to the manual of the access point.

1. Click start – Control Panel.

2. Click Network and Internet Connections – Network Connections. If the Classic
view is selected, double-click Network Connections.

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

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

5. Confirm the radio buttons of Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS
server address automatically are selected. If not, select them.

• According the access point to be connected, the IP address, subnet

mask, default gateway and DNS server need to be set.

• This step will remove the existing IP address, subnet mask, default

gateway and DNS server if they have been already assigned. Write
down the information before you perform this step.

6. Click the Advanced button.

7. Confirm the Default gateways section is emptied. If not, remove the gateway

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address.

According the access point to be connected, the Default gateways needs
to be set.

8. Click OK each time you close the dialog boxes.

9. Close the Network Connections window.

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Connecting to Network

This section describes how to connect to a WEP enabled access point or WPA­PSK/TKIP capable access point. (WPA-PSK/TKIP refers to WPA with pre-shared key
(PSK) with Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) encryption.) For access points
with user authentication, consult your network administrator.

WPA-PSK is a special mode allowing only devices with a matching
network key to access the WPA-PSK capable access point.

Before connecting to wireless network, confirm the access point which you are using
is powered on and ready to use. (Refer to its manual.)

1. Confirm the antenna indicator is lit.

2. Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon ( ) on the taskbar. If you

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cannot find the icon click

to show all kinds of icons.

3. Click View Available Wireless Networks.

4. Select a network to be connected from the list and then, click Connect.

5. Type the correct network key in the fields of Network key and Confirm network
key.

Network keys are generated from ASCII or hexadecimal entries. Refer to the
following table for available letters and digits.

WPA-PSK/TKIP or

WEP Access Point

AES Access Point

ASCII format

Hexadecimal format

(*1)

0 to 9, a to z, and A to Z (The uppercase and lowercase letters are

(*1)

5 or 13 characters 8 to 63 characters

(*2)

10 or 26 digits 64 digits

distinguished.)

(*2)

0 to 9, a to f, and A to F (The uppercase and lowercase letters are not
distinguished.)

When you select a network that is not configured for encryption settings,
the caution message appears. Read the message carefully. Although you
can connect to the network by clicking Connect Anyway, security is not
ensured. Select a security configured network.

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6. Click Connect.

• When the computer successfully connects to the selected access point,

the Connected signage will appear in the connected network name
field and the Wireless Network Connection icon on the taskbar will
change ( ) to ( ).

• Entering an incorrect network key or selecting an inappropriate key

index will show the Limited or no connectivity signage in the network
name field and the icon on the taskbar will change to ( ). Reenter
the correct network key and/or change the key index referring to the
Changing Security Mode section on page 4-19.

Confirming Status of Wireless Connection

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

1. Click the Wireless Network Connection icon ( ) on the taskbar. If you cannot

find the icon, click

2. In the Wireless Network Connection Status dialog box, confirm your connection

status.

• The number of the green signals ( ) shows the connection quality.

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

• When the quality of connection is poor, adjust the distance between the

computer and other devices or the access point you are communicating
with and/or the facing direction of the computer.

3. Click Close.

to show all kinds of icon.

Communicating with Other Computers

This section describes how to communicate between wireless computers with a built­in wireless module or a wireless LAN card installed.

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To enable wireless communication between the computers;

• Assign IP address and subnet mask for each computer.

• Set the communication mode to ad hoc.

• Give the same network name (SSID) to each computer.

• Set the encryption key (WEP key).

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TKIP and AES cannot be utilized in ad-hoc mode.

1. Click start – Control Panel.

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

is selected, double-click Network Connections.

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

connection of Network Tasks.

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

items.

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

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

• The IP address of each computer should be unique.

• The same subnet mask should be set to all computers.

• The Default gateway can be blank.

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

the dialog box. The Advanced dialog box appears.

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

button.

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

Connection Properties dialog box.

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

Network Properties dialog box.

Confirm the computer and other computers are assigned the same

Network name.

10. Confirm Open is selected in the Network Authentication pull-down menu and

WEP in the Data encryption pull-down menu.

11. Clear the checkbox of The key is provided for me automatically.

12. Type the same network key as that of the partner in the Network key and Confirm

network key fields.

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Network keys are generated from ASCII or hexadecimal entries. Refer to the

following table for available letters and digits.

(*1)

5 or 13 characters

(*2)

10 or 26 digits

(*1)

ASCII format

Hexadecimal format

0 to 9, a to z, and A to Z (The uppercase and lowercase letters are

distinguished.)

(*2)

0 to 9, a to f, and A to F (The uppercase and lowercase letters are not

distinguished.)

• The network key to be typed must be equal to that of the partner(s).

• Be sure to match the key index between the computer and the other

computer(s). Note some computers have the key index options 0
through 3. Refer to the Key index matching table on the next page.

13. Click OK twice; then, close the Control Panel window.

14. Configure the network by setting the name of the computer and workgroup.

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• To communicate with other wireless enabled computers, set the

computer name and the workgroup name. The computer name should
be unique and the workgroup name should be same as others. (Refer to
the Changing Your Computer Name or Workgroup Name section on
page 4-8.)

• To share the folder(s) on the computer with other computers, refer to

the Sharing File and Folders section earlier in this chapter.

Changing Security Mode

This section describes how to change the security mode to WEP or WPA-PSK with
TKIP or AES.

When using the user authentication security technology, consult your
network administrator for the mode changes.

WEP

1. Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon ( , or ) on the
taskbar.

2. Select View Available Wireless Networks.

3. In the Related Tasks field, click Change the order of preferred networks.

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The Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box will appear.

4. In the Preferred networks field, select the network to be given the security change
and then, click Properties.

5. Select Open in the Network Authentication pull-down menu and WEP in the Data
encryption pull-down menu.

6. Clear the box of the The key is provided for me automatically.

7. Type the same network key as the other device to be communicated with in the

Network key and Confirm network key fields.

Available letters and digits are following;

ASCII format

Hexadecimal format

(*1)

0 to 9, a to z, and A to Z (The uppercase and lowercase letters are

(*1)

5 or 13 characters

(*2)

10 or 26 digits

distinguished.)

(*2)

0 to 9, a to f, and A to F (The uppercase and lowercase letters are

not distinguished.)

8. If necessary, change the key index in the key index fields.

• The key index options of the computer are 1 through 4.

• Some access points and computers have the options 0 through 3. Refer

to the table below for matching.

Key index matching table

Access Point 1

/Computer 1

1 0 1

2 1 2

3 2 3

4 3 4

Access Point 2

/Computer 2

Your computer

(ex. When your access point type is “Access Point 2” and its key index

is set to 0, set 1 to the key index of your computer.)

9. Click OK twice and close the Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog
box.

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WPA-PSK with TKIP or AES

1. Follow the steps 1 to 4 in the WEP section above.

2. Select WPA-PSK in the Network Authentication pull-down menu and TKIP or
AES in the Data encryption pull-down menu.

3. Type the same network key as the other device to be communicated with in the

Network key and Confirm network key fields.

Available letters and digits are following;

ASCII format

Hexadecimal format

(*1)

0 to 9, a to z, and A to Z (The uppercase and lowercase letters are

(*1)

8 through 63 characters

(*2)

64 digits

distinguished.)

(*2)

0 to 9, a to f, and A to F (The uppercase and lowercase letters are

not distinguished.)

4. Click OK twice and close the Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog
box.

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Network Setup Utility

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

• Not every setting item can be stored.

• The Network Setup Utility may not compliant with all network

Running Network Setup Utility

For the first running;

environments.

• The Help of the Network Setup Utility will give you more information.

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

The Network Setup Utility icon ( ) will appear in the taskbar.

2. Click the Network Setup Utility icon ( ) in the taskbar.

3. Read the message and then, click Yes or No.

For the second running and later;

• When Yes is chosen in the step 3 above, the Network Setup Utility will

automatically run on Windows start-up.

• When No is chosen in the step 3 above, click start – All Programs - Network Setup

Utility –Network Setup Utility.

Loading Network Settings

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

1. Confirm the current network setting is to be loaded.

2. Run the Network Setup Utility to display the Network Setup Utility window.

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3. Click the ( ) icon.

4. Click OK in the confirmation window.

5. In the Register an icon and network name dialog box, select the SHARP icon or

Windows icon, then, click the Select icon button.

6. Select an icon and click OK.

7. Type a network name, then, click OK. The selected icon appears on the main

screen of the Network Setup Utility window.

It takes a moment to load and register the network settings.

Using or Switching to Network

Using or Switching to Loaded Network

To use or switch the loaded network, confirm the computer is ready to connect into
the network and follow these steps.

1. Run the Network Setup Utility to display the Network Setup Utility window.

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

3. Click OK.

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

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

Automatically Switching to Available Network

The computer supports the auto-switching function, “Auto Pilot,” automatically to
detect one of the available networks registered and switch to it.

1. Run the Network Setup Utility to display the Network Setup Utility window.

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

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2. Click the Auto Pilot icon ( ).

3. Read the message in the confirmation window and click OK.

• It will take a moment to switch to the auto pilot mode.

• To exit from the auto pilot mode, click the icon ( ) again.

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