Sharp PCAR10 User Manual

Notice for Users in Australia

Service Inquiries

Please contact your dealer for service if required or contact Sharp Corporation of Australia on 1-800-807820 (free call) for referral to your nearest Sharp authorised Service Centre. Details can be found on the warranty card inserted with the documentation.

Copyright may exist in material you wish to record. Copying or broadcasting such material without permission of the relevant licensees or owners of the copyright is prohibited by law. SHARP is not in a position to authorise the copying or broadcasting of copyright materials and nothing in this OPERATION MANUAL should be implied as giving that authority.

Warning

For safety reasons, only connect equipment with a telecommunications compliance label. This includes customer equipment previously labelled permitted or certified.

Notice for Users in the UK

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

BLUE: Neutral BROWN: Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows. The wire which is coloured marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured marked with the letter L or coloured red. This apparatus must be protected by a 3A fuse in the mains plug or distribution board.

Recording and playback of any material may require consent, which SHARP is unable to give. Please refer particularly to the provisions of the Copyright Act 1956, the Dramatic and Musical Performers Protection Act 1958, the Performers Protection Acts 1963 and 1972 and to any subsequent statutory enactments and orders.

must be connected to the terminal which is

BLUE

BROWN

must be connected to the terminal which is

Notice for Users in Europe

About the Modem

Your Sharp PC-AR series with integral modem has been designed to work with the analogue PSTN’s in the following countries:

United Kingdom

Ireland

Italy

Germany

Switzerland

If you wish to connect the equipment to the PSTN in a country not listed above, you should contact your equipment supplier for further details.

The modem is not designed for use on a shared service line or a line equipped with a call waiting facility. If you attempt to use the modem on a telephone line with call waiting, you may experience communication errors.

To maintain CTR21 network compatibility when used in the above listed countries the following setting should be observed:

Pulse dial may not be available in some countries.

Modem Name: T18N040.00

Intended Use

This is a Personal Computer with Modem for the analogue PSTN network which operates in all UK, Irish, Italian, German, Swiss networks which follow the CTR21 Standard. If you are in doubt whether your network follows the CTR21, please contact your dealer or network operator.

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This equipment complies with the requirements of the Directive 1999/5/EC.

Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EG-Richtlinien 1999/5/EC.

Ce matériel répond aux exigences contenues dans les directives 1999/5/EC.

Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijnen 1999/5/EC.

Dette udstyr overholder kravene i direktiv nr. 1999/5/EC.

Quest' apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti delle direttive 1999/5/EC.

Η εγκατασταση αυτη ανταποκρινεται στιζ απαιτησειζ των οδηγιων τηζ Ευρωπαïκηζ Ενωσηζ

1999/5/EC .

Este equipamento obedece às exigências das directivas 1999/5/EC.

Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directivas 1999/5/EC.

Denna utrustning uppfyller kraven enligt riktlinjerna 1999/5/EC.

Dette produktet oppfyller betingelsene i direktivene 1999/5/EC.

Tämä laite täyttää direktiivien 1999/5/EC.

CAUTION:

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

CAUTION:

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

VORSICHT:

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

ATTENTION:

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

VARNING:

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

PRECAUCION:

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

Safety Precautions

General

•

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

•

Except as described elsewhere in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Immediately shut off the computer and seek servicing under the following conditions:

•

when the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed

•

if liquid has been spilled on the computer

•

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

Location

•

Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight.

•

Try to avoid dusty environments.

•

Keep the computer away from any magnetic devices and TVs.

•

Keep the computer away from excessive humidity or fluids such as rain, snow, water spray, juice, coffee, steam, etc.

•

Do not move the computer from an extremely cold place to an extremely warm place. A temperature difference of more than 10°C (18°F) will cause condensation inside the unit, which may cause damage.

•

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

•

Care should be exercised when using on heat sensitive surfaces or your lap as the base of this computer will get hot.

•

Do not smoke near your computer.

Usage

•

Never push any objects of any kind into cabinet openings. They may touch dangerous voltage points or short parts that could result in fire or electrical shock.

•

Turn off the computer before installing or removing a peripheral device (except when connecting USB devices, IEEE1394 devices and PC cards).

•

Check the AC power cord and power connectors periodically for damage. Replace the power cord immediately if damage is found.

•

Never subject your computer to sudden shocks or extreme vibration.

•

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

•

Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen.

•

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

Battery Pack Precautions

CAUTION

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

Handling

•

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

•

Do not attempt to open or alter the battery pack.

•

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

•

Do not allow metal objects such as jewelry to short across the battery terminals, as it could heat up and explode.

•

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

•

Avoid dropping the pack or other violent shock.

•

Do not solder anything to the battery terminals.

Charging

•

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

Discharging

•

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

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Storage

•

Store the battery pack in a cool and dry place. Never allow the temperature to exceed 60°C (140°F) during storage.

•

Recharge the battery pack after storage, before use.

Modem Precautions

•

Never install te lephone wiring during a lightning storm.

•

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

•

Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

•

Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

•

Avoid using the telephone during a lightni ng st orm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

•

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

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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.

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

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

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

Edition

1st Edition, October 2000.

© 2000 SHARP Corporation This document contains or refers t o 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

Pentium is a registered trademark, and Celeron is a trademark, of Intel Corporation. IBM and PS/2 are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, a nd the Windows Logo are registered trademarks of Micros oft Corporation. All other brand and product names are trademarks or register ed trademarks of their respective holders.

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.

Manual Conventions

This manual uses a set of st yle c onventions descri bed below.

Notes and Cautions

Key Labels on the Keyboard

boldface:

Press

Enter

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

Restart your computer by pressing

When necessary, important key combinations are shown in graphics:

Sample Entries

case, press the Enter key after you type the command:

C:\>DIR A:

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.

, when referred to in the instructions, are shown in

to continue.

Ctrl+Alt+Delete

are shown in upper cases of different typeface. In the following

Enter

Words/Texts on Screen

italicized:

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

Screens

your computer.

Section Titles

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

in other parts of this manual are italicized:

Refer to Adding a memory module section in Chapter 6.

, such as window titles or possible parameters, are

Table of Contents

Notice for Users in Australia......................................................................................i

Notice for Users in the UK........................................................................................ii

Notice for Users in Europe.......................................................................................iii

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

About This Manual...................................................................................................ix

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

Manual Conventions.................................................................................................xi

Table of Contents.....................................................................................................xii

Overview of Computer.............................................................................................xv

Fast Start

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

Setting Up Windows Me.........................................................................................1-4

Turning Off Your Computer...................................................................................1-5

Basic Operations

Powering the Computer ..........................................................................................2-1

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

Using the Keyboard................................................................................................2-4

Using the Quick Start Buttons ................................................................................2-7

Using the Glide Pad................................................................................................2-8

Reading the Status Indicators................................................................................2-10

Adjusting the Display...........................................................................................2-11

Controlling Audio.................................................................................................2-13

Using the Drives...................................................................................................2-14

Changing a Unit in the Unit Bay...........................................................................2-17

Using the CD-RW Drive.......................................................................................2-19

Using the Floppy Disk Drive Externally...............................................................2-21

Battery and Power Management

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

Battery Charging.....................................................................................................3-2

Battery Low Warnings............................................................................................3-4

Battery Conditioning...............................................................................................3-6

Removing a Standard Internal Battery Pack...........................................................3-7

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

Power Management Hot-keys .............................................................................. 3-12

Connecting Peripherals

Using Peripheral Devices....................................................................................... 4-1

Connecting Peripherals Overview.......................................................................... 4-2

Using PC Cards......................................................................................................4-3

Connecting an External Monitor............................................................................ 4-6

Connecting Headphones and a Microphone.........................................................4-10

Connecting USB Devices..................................................................................... 4-10

Connecting a Printer............................................................................................. 4-11

Connecting a Serial Device.................................................................................. 4-12

Connecting a PS/2 Keyboard or Pointing Device.................................................4-13

Connecting an IEEE 1394 Device........................................................................4-13

Communication Functions

Built-in Modem (may not be available in some countries)..................................... 5-1

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

Changing or Adding Options

Adding a Memory Module..................................................................................... 6-1

Removing a Memory Module.................................................................................6-2

Using the Optional Port Replicator (may not be available in some countries)...... 6-3

Security Features

Passwords............................................................................................................... 7-1

Using a Security Cable........................................................................................... 7-4

Setup Utility

Running the Setup Utility....................................................................................... 8-1

Main Page .............................................................................................................. 8-3

Advanced Page....................................................................................................... 8-4

Security Page..........................................................................................................8-5

Power Page............................................................................................................. 8-6

Boot Page............................................................................................................... 8-7

Exit Page................................................................................................................8-7

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Appendices

Appendix 1: Troubleshooting................................................................................A-1

Appendix 2: Care & Maintenance .........................................................................A-8

Appendix 3: Specifications..................................................................................A-10

Index

Index................................................................................................................Index-1

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CHAPTER 1

Fast Start

Your new computer is ready to use as soon as you unpack it from the box. If you’re familiar with computers, follow the instructions in this chapter to get your system up and running in just a few minutes. If this is your first computer, you should read through the entire Operation M anual before starting the system.

Connecting AC Power

Run your computer the first time using AC power, rather than battery power. This ensures that you will not lo se power while you complete the Windows setup operation.

• Use only the AC adapter that was supplied with your computer,

or supplied by your computer vendor. You can damage your computer if you try to use an AC adapter that is not approved for use with this system.

• When removing the AC power cord from a wall ou tlet, grip the

plug and pull it from the socket. Never remove the power cord from the outlet by pulling on the cord. Always grip the plug.

Place your computer on a flat working surface and follow the steps below.

1. Turn over your computer on a soft flat surface.

2. Align the left side of the standard battery along the left side of the battery compartment and lower it into place.

3. Lower the right side of the battery all the way so that you feel the battery pack engages with the connector inside the compartment and the battery locks in place.

4. Slide the battery lock button to the locked point.

1-1

Lower battery pack into battery compartment

Battery pack

5. Turn over your computer.

6. On the front edge of the computer, slide the cover latch to the right and raise the cover.

Battery release lever

Battery lock button

Cover latch

7. Plug the cable from the AC adapter into the AC adapter jack on the rear side of the computer.

8. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.

1-2

AC adapter jack

AC adapter

To power outlet

9. Plug the power cord into a suitable power outlet. The orange battery charge indicator turns on when you connect AC power.

10. Press the power button located just above the F3 button on the keyboard. The green power indicator turns on when the power is turned on.

Power Button

Battery charge and power indicators

11. After a logo screen and several seconds of power-on testing, the computer loads the Windows Me operating system.

12. As this is the first time you have used your computer, Windows begins by running the

Windows Me Setup Wizard

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Setting Up Windows Me

Windows Me is pre-installed on your computer, including the special drivers and

software used by built-in components such as the audio and video system, the modem, and the PC card slot. The Windows Setup program lets you enter your personal data such as the date and time in your location, and so on. It takes just a few minutes to complete. The setup process has four step s:

•

Getting started This sectio n configures your keybo ard and your lo cation.

•

Windows License This section asks you to accept the Windows License Agreement.

•

Registration This section configures your modem and registers your computer.

•

Final Settings This section completes the configuration of your system

Once you start the system for the first time, be sure to comp lete the setup program. Windows may not display the Setup Wizard the next time you turn on the computer.

About Windows Properties Dialog Boxes

In this manual you are o ften asked to open a

Modems Properties

boxes let you make changes to the configuration and operation of the component by clicking check boxes or selecting radio buttons. To open a property dialog box, from

Start

the

Control Panel

items appear. You can open a property dialog box, or similar window, for the component or feature represented by that icon, by clicking the underlined name. If you want to show all items, click property dialog box by double-clicking icons. Some of the Properties dialog boxes that are used to configure components in your computer include:

•

menu in the taskbar at the foot of the Windows display select

Display

dialog box, or the

. When you open Control Panel for the first time, only commonly used

XXX Properties

Display Properties

view all Control Panel options

dialog box, such as the

dialog box. These dialog

Settings

. You can op en a

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•

Modems Mouse

•

PC Card

•

Power Options

•

System

Turning Off Your Computer

When you’re finished using your computer, t urn it off with the follo wing steps:

1. From the

2. In the menu, and click OK. The power indicator turns off.

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

You can shut down the computer with the power button using the steps below:

1. From the

2. Click

3. Double-click

4. In the

5. Select

my computer”

Start

menu, select

Shut Down Windows

Start

menu, select

view all Control Panel options.

Power Options

Power Options Properties

Power Off

in the drop down menu for

, and then click

If you have not saved a file, a dialog box appears prompting you to save the file.

• Don’t turn off your computer if status indicators show that the

computer is still accessing data on the hard disk drive, the floppy disk drive or the CD-RW drive. Data may be lost or damaged.

• After turning off the computer wait at least five seconds before

turning the computer back on. Turning the computer off and on without a pause can damage the system.

Shut Down

dialog box, select

Settings – Control Panel.

Apply

Shut down

dialog box, click

“When I press the power button on

and OK.

from the pull-down

Advanced

tab.

Since this is your first session using the computer, it’s a good idea to leave the AC adapter connected to the computer until the internal battery is fully charged. The orange battery charge indicator changes to green when the battery is fully charged.

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CHAPTER 2

Basic Operations

This chapter describes some of the basic operations of your computer such as using the keyboard, adjusting the display, and so on.

Powering the Computer

You can operate your computer by using the AC adapter to connect to a suitable power outlet. You can also power the computer by the internal or an optional secondary Lithium-Ion battery

Whenever you use the AC adapter to power the computer, the battery automatically begins rechar ging. Recharging continues whether the compute r is turned on o r off.

Refer to charging and related information.

Chapter 3 Battery and Power Management

for a full description of battery

2-1

Power and Battery Indicators

For proper operations it is important to understand the operation of the power and battery indicators located on the left-side front corner.

Indicator Meanings

Green Power Indicator Icon Lamp State Status

Turned on Computer is turned on Turned off Computer is turned off

Slow blinking

Tri-color (green/red/orange) Battery Indicator Icon Lamp State Status

Turned on orange Battery is charging Turned on green Battery is fully charged Turned on red Battery low warning Flashing red Critical battery warning

Flashing orange

Computer is in System Standby mode

Abnormal condition – for example the battery may be installed incorrectly

2-2

Resetting the System

You may need to reset the system after adding hardware or software so that your computer recognizes newly installed devices or software. When the message appears after the installation, click You can also restart Windows Me from the

Restart

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 keys again to restart the computer.

Resetting may cause data loss. Use the softwa re reset o nly if the normal Windows Me Shut Down does not work because of software malfunction. Although resetting does not damage the system, you may lose the data you are processing.

Power Sw itch

You can turn off the computer with the power switch if the system has hardware or software problems so that you can’t use the Windows software reset. In this case, you need to hold the power button down for more than four seconds.

OK, Yes,

Ctrl+Alt+Del

etc., to restart Windows Me.

Start

menu. Select

keys simultaneously. Press the

Shut Down

, then

Ctrl+Alt+Del

command or the

Reset Switch

If all other methods fail, you can reset the computer by pressing the hardware reset switch. The hardware reset switch is in a recessed location on the base of the computer. Activate the switch with a straightened paper clip or similar implement.

Reset switch (recessed)

2-3

Using the Keyboard

The built-in keyboard includes all the functions that you find on a full-sized

keyboard. In addition, the keyboard has built-in hot keys that you can use to control some of the functions of the computer.

The illustration below shows the location of some important keys on your keyboard.

Function Keys

FN Key

Windows Key

Keypad Area

Windows Key

Function Keys

On their own, the operation of the function keys is usually determined by the software appli cation that you are running. In combination with the Fn key they create hot-keys that you can use to control some of the computer functions. Icons embossed on the func tion key keycaps indica te the hot-key function.

Embedded Keypad

The numeric keypad is embedded in some of the right-side alphanumeric keys. The keypad functions are embossed in the upper right corner of the keypad keycaps. You activate the embedded numeric keypad by pressing the keystroke to turn off the embedded keypad.

Num Lk

key. Repeat the

2-4

The embedded numeric keypad will be disabled if an external keyboard is connected. If you want to enable it, set

NumLock

Enabled

in the

Setup utility. See chapter 8 for more information.

Windows Keys

There are two different Windows keys as shown below.

Main

menu of the

Windows Start Key. This key opens the Windows Start menu on the taskbar. In combination with other keys it provides short cuts to some Windows functions. See Windows help for more information. Windows Pull-down Menu key. When an item is selected and this key is pressed, it pulls down a menu if one is available. It is similar to the right click of a mouse or glide pad.

Fn (Function) Key Combinations

You can activate hot-key system controls and various embedded keystrokes by holding down Fn key and then pressing any of the keys embossed with an icon or boxed text on the lower half of the key.

Pops up an information box in the upper left

corner of the screen – see the section

Information Box

Switch display between the built-in screen, an external monitor, and a simultaneous display –

Chapter 4 Connecting Peripherals

see Press keys to decrease screen brightness – see

Adjusting the Display

Press keys to increase screen brightness – see

Adjusting the Display

on the next page

later in this chapter

Pop Up

F11

Press keys to decrease the audio volume – see

Controlling the Audio

Press keys to increase the audio volume – see

Controlling the Audio

Turns off the display backlight on the built-in screen – see chapter

Adjusting the Display

later in this chapter

later in this

2-5

Puts the system into System standby/Hibernation– see

Management

Returns the Sys Request keystroke

Chapter 3

Programmable Power

+ +

F12

NumLk

ScrLk

Returns the Scroll Lock keystroke

Pop-Up Information Box

When you hold down the Fn key and press the F2 function key, a pop-up information box appears for about five seconds in the top left corner of the display. The information box has the following information:

NON Standard battery is not

BAT1

BAT2

BIOS

FUL Standard battery is fully

XX % Remaining capacity of

NON Optional battery is not

FUL Optional battery is fully

XX % Remaining capacity of

Shows BIOS version number.

installed.

charged.

standard battery as a percentage.

installed.

charged.

optional battery as a percentage.

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Using the Quick Start Buttons

In addition to the function keys embedded on the keyboard as discussed before, your computer has five more quick start buttons located above the keyboard next to the power button. The buttons are identified by icons printed above each button.

The use of each button can be user defined. From the Start menu, select

Quick Start Button – Configuration

box. You can drag-and-drop the application icons to the buttons in the dialogue box or right-click the button to change the settings. See online help for more details.

Default assignments are:

Button Button

appearing

in help

to show the

System Function

Opens Windows Internet Explorer browser.

Opens Outlook Express.

Opens Easy CD Creator.

Opens Studio DV.

Opens PhotoSuite IIISE.

Quick Start Button Utility

Programs –

dialog

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Using the Glide Pad

Your computer has a built-in pointing device called a glide pad. The glide pad

consists of the glide pad surface, a left button and a right button.

Using the Glide Pad

When you slide your finger across the glide pad surface, the pointer on the screen moves in the same direction as your fingertip.

Clicking and double-clicking

To click or double-click objects, you can use the left button, just as you do when using a mouse. You can also emulate a left button click or double-click by tapping once or twice with your fingertip on the glide pad surface. Clicking the right button pulls down a menu if one is available. This is the same function as the right click of a mouse.

Glide pad surface

Left button

Right button

Drag and Drop

You can drag and drop objects on the Windows desktop as follows:

1. Position the pointer over the object.

2. Press and hold down the left button.

3. Drag the object by moving your fingertip over the glide pad surface.

4. Drop the object into place by releasing the left button.

• Do not use a pointed object, such as a pen or pencil to operate

the glide pad, You might scratch or damage the surface.

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

the glide pad to operate incorrectly.

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Changing the Glide Pad Configuration

You can change the way the glide pad operates in the From Windows to open up the Pointers. Use the checkboxes, drop down menus, and so on, to configure the glide pad so that it operates to your satisfaction.

Start

menu, select

Mouse Properties

Settings - Control Panel

dialog box. Click on any of the tabs; Buttons, or

Mouse Properties

and double-click

dialog box.

Disabling the Glide Pad

If you want to disable the glide pad when a mouse is connected, follow the instructions below.

1. From the

2. Click

3. Double-click

4. Select

Start

View all Control Panel options

Touch

menu, select

Mouse

icon.

tab, and check

Settings – Control Panel

Disable this Device

Mouse

This action ignores the settings on Utility.

Pointing Device

Main

menu of the Setup

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Reading the Status Indicators

As well as the Power and Battery Charge indicators discussed before, your computer

has five more status indicators located above the keyboard between the power button and the quick start buttons. The indicators are identified by icons printed above each lamp.

Indicator Icon System Status

This indicator turns on when your computer is reading or writing to the hard disk drive or a CD in the CD-RW drive. This indicator turns on when your computer is reading or writing to a disk in the floppy disk drive.

This indicator turns on when the Num Lock key has been pressed and the embedded numeric keypad is activated.

This indicator turns on when the Caps Lock key has been pressed and the keyboard is in Caps Lock mode.

This indicator turns on when Fn and the Scroll Lock key have been pressed and the cursor arrow keys are in scroll lock mode.

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Adjusting the Display

The most important adjustment you can make to the display is to set it to the best viewing angle. The display contrast decreases if you look at it from a wide angle above or below, or from side to side.

Changing the Brightness

Change the screen brightness by using the

When you press the screen brightness hot keys to adjust the display, a pop-up screen brightness meter appears in the upper left corner of the display. You can use the popup meter as a visual guide to set the screen brightness.

Decreasing the screen brightness is an effective way of reducing the power consumption of your computer when you are operating the computer on battery power.

Press keys to decrease screen brightness

Press keys to increase screen brightness

Fn+F6

and

Fn+F7

hot keys.

Turning off the Display

You might want to turn off the display when you are not using your computer for short periods. This can help reduce power consumption. Use the display power down

Fn+F11

F11

Turns off the display on the built-in screen

hot keys

You can turn the display back on by pressing any key on the keyboard or Fn +F11key again.

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Changing the Display Properties

The Windows changes to the appearance of the screen under Windows.

Display Properties

dialog box lets you make many different kinds of

Place the screen pointer on any empty area of the Windows desktop and click the right glide pad button to pull down a menu. Click on

Properties

adjustments to the fo l lowing display properties: Background, Screen Saver, Appearance, Effects, Web, and Settings, etc.

Using the Settings Tab

The Settings tab lets you make changes to the resolution and color depth of the display.

The standard display setting for your computer is a resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels. If you select a smaller resolution, the image on the built-in display will stretch to occupy the whole screen. This might cause the image to be somewhat deformed. If you select a larger resolution, the display will extend beyond the edges of the built-in screen. You can scroll the enlarged display by moving the screen pointer to the edges of the display.

The standard color d epth for your co mput er is High Color (16bit). You might need to change down to a lower color depth in order to run some computer programs or games.

window. Use the tabs on the

Display Properties

Advanced Settings and Switching the Display

Your computer has hot keys to switch the display when you are connected to an external monitor. In the

Settings

the independent display that lets you run separate applications on the built-in screen and an external monitor. Turn to information on this topic.

tab window has other o ptions for switching the display including a d ual

Display Properties

Connecting an External Monitor

window, the

Properties

to open the

dialog box to make

Advanced

Display

settings button in

Chapter 4

for more

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Controlling Audio

Your computer is installed with built-in stereo speakers and a built-in monaural microphone. You can use Windows entertainment accessories to play CDs, record messages and sound, play computer games with sound tracks, and so on.

Speaker

Microphone

Speaker

You can contr ol the audio vo lume by using the audio hot keys

You can use the Windows volume control meter to visually judge the audio level setting.

Press keys to decrease the audio volume

Press keys to increase the audio volume

Fn+F8

and

Fn+F9

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Using the Drives

Your computer has three different drives; the internal hard disk drive, the CD-RW

drive unit, and the floppy disk drive unit. The CD-RW and floppy disk drive unit can be installed in the unit bay on the right side of the computer. If you want to use the CD-RW and the floppy disk drive at the same time, you can install the CD-RW drive in the unit bay, and use the floppy disk drive as an external component connected to your computer thr ough the parallel/FDD port on the back of the computer. The floppy disk drive has an optional box (CE-FC02) to use the drive externally.

Drive Properties

You can learn about the properties of the drives by double-clicking the icon on the Windows desktop. In the drives and select drive, and other information.

Properties

Hard disk drive

Your computer has a high-capacity hard disk drive installed internally. Your computer identifies the hard disk drive as drive C:. The hard disk is pre-installed with the Windows Me operating system and the software and drivers required to run all the components of your computer.

My Computer

from the drop down menu to display the capacity of the

window, right click on any of the

When you install software applications and use them to create files and documents, you store them in folders on the hard disk drive. You can use create new folders and sub-folders and navigate and maintain the folders and files that are stored on the hard disk.

If your hard disk drive ever gets corrupted, you can use the Recovery CD to recreate the state of the hard disk drive when it was first shipped. However, you will lose any files that you have subse quently created unless you have backed t hem up to another storage device.

For information on using the Recovery CD, see

Instructions.

Windows Explorer

Re-installation

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CD-RW drive

The CD-RW drive lets you read information from CDs. You can also write information to CD-R/RW disks using the installed applications called

Creator

Direct CD

. For more details, see online help of the applications. Your computer identifies the CD-RW drive as drive R:. Many software applications and reference works are shipped on CDs because they store over 600 MB of data.

Easy CD

Using Windows entertainment accessories, you can also use the CD-RW drive to play CD-Audio disks and Video CD disks.

While you write information to CD-R/RW:

• Connect AC adapter to your computer.

• Close any other applications except those necessary for writing

information.

• Do not enter System Standby/Hibernation.

• Disable the screen saver.

• Do not touch keyboard, mouse or buttons on the computer.

Floppy Disk Drive

The floppy disk drive is a useful tool because practically all computers can read and write to 3.5-inch floppy disks with a storage capacity of 720K or 1.44 MB. Your computer identifies the floppy disk drive as drive A:.

When you need to store a file, or transfer a file to a friend or colleague’s computer, it’s very convenient to use a floppy disk.

Handling Floppy Disks

•

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

•

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, seek the a ssistance of an authorized service technician.

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•

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

•

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

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Changing a Unit in the Unit Bay

The Unit bay on the right side of your computer can be installed with a CD-RW drive, a floppy disk drive or an optional secondary battery. Your computer supports hot-swap, so you can cha nge units without turning off your c omputer.

Change the units in the bay by following the steps below.

1. Remove any floppy disks or CDs from the drive if currently installed in the unit

bay.

2. Click

3. Read the message in

4. Close the upper cover of the computer; then turn it over and locate the unit bay

lock latch.

5. Slide the latch towards the rear edge of the computer and hold.

6. Slide the unit out by pushing on the raised ribs on the bottom of the unit. You

can release the lock latch once the unit is partly removed from the unit bay. Pull the unit all the way out of the unit bay.

7. Position the replacement unit correctly and insert it into the unit bay. Push it all

the way in so that you feel the connector on the rear edge of the unit engage with the connector inside the bay. Verify that the drive lock latch is in the locked position.

8. Turn your computer over and open the upper cover.

9. Click OK in

configures the ne w unit.

icon on the taskbar; then

BaySwap

Drive lock latch

CD-RW drive

BaySwap

window. Your computer automatically registers and

Change device in Swappable Bay (xxxxx)

window carefully (Do not click OK).

Raised ribs to push unit out of the bay

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For information on using an optional secondary battery, see

and Power Management

of chapter 3.

Battery

When removing an optional secondary battery, make sure the internal standard battery has power remaining, or connect your computer to AC power; otherwise your computer will be shut down and data may be lost.

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Using the CD-RW Drive

If the CD-RW drive is installed in the unit bay, use it as follows.

1. Locate and identify the three features on the front of the CD-RW drive; the eject

tray button, the recessed mechanical eject button, and the drive activity indicator.

Activity indicator

Manual tray eject button (recessed)

2. Press the eject tray button to eject the tray for the CDs.

3. Place the CD on the tray so that the central hole in the CD fits over the spindle

in the disk tray. Don’t apply excess downward force on the disk tray.

4. Press the tray back into the CD-RW drive until it clicks closed.

5. To remove a CD, wait until the activity indicator shows that the disk in the drive

is not being read. Press the eject tray button and remove the disk from the tray.

If you need to remove a CD from the drive while the computer is turned off, or while the drive module is removed from the computer, insert the end of a paper clip, or similar utensil, into the manual tray eject button. This unlocks the try and lets you pull the tray all the way open to remove the CD.

Handling CDs

•

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

•

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

•

Always hold the CDs by the edges. Fingerprints, dirt or water on the CDs can cause noise or mistracking. If a CD is dirty or does not play properly, clean it with a soft, dry cloth, wiping straight out from the center, along the radius.

Eject tray button

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•

When inserting a CD, do not use force.

•

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

•

Do not leave the tray open. Also, avoid touching the lens in the tray. If the lens becomes dirty, the CD-RW drive may malfunction.

•

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

•

Maximum output and wavelength of the laser: 85mW, 785nm

CLASS1LASER PRODUCT

LASERKLASSE1

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

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

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Using the Floppy Disk Drive Externally

To remove the floppy disk drive from the optional floppy disk drive box (CE-FC02), release the lock latch on the base of the cover and pull the floppy disk drive out of the box.

Release lock latch on the base

Pull drive out of box

To use the floppy disk drive as an external drive, follow the steps below:

1. Install the floppy disk drive into the floppy disk drive box. Simply slide the

drive in until it clicks into place.

2. Shut down your computer.

3. Plug the cable from the floppy disk drive box into the parallel/FDD port on the

rear edge of the computer.

4. Restart your computer.

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CHAPTER 3

Battery and Power Management

This chapter explains how to charge your computer’s internal or an optional secondary battery and how to keep them in good condition. It also explains how you can use the power management features to maximize battery life while operating under battery power.

Battery Pack

The removable battery pack is installed in the base of the computer. If you have an optional secondary battery pack (Model CE-BL11), you can extend the operating time of your computer when there is no AC power available. See

the Bay

The length of time you can run your computer using a fully-charged battery pack is variable. If you are using applications that make heavy use of peripheral items such as the hard disk drive or the CD-RW drive, the battery discharges in a shorter time. If your battery is older and has already been through many cycles of charging and discharging, it stores less charge. Finally, the temperature and environment can influence battery life.

of chapter 2 for installing an optional secondary battery pack.

Installing a Unit in

After you have operated your computer using battery power only, you will have a good idea of how long it takes a fully-charged battery to discharge. Use this time as a standard. If the battery begins discharging in a significantly shorter time, and you are not using your computer in a different manne r, or have not changed the power management settings, it may indicate a battery problem.

After repeated cycles of charging and discharging, all batteries store less charge. Expect a gradual decrease in battery life after a few hundred cycles of charging and discharging. When battery life becomes too short, ask your local dealer for replacement standard battery pack.

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Battery Charging

The battery packs begin charging anytime yo ur computer is connected to AC power using the AC adapter.

If the standard battery pack is fully discharged and your computer is turned off or in System hibernate, it fully recharges in about 2 hours.

If the standard battery pack is fully discharged and your computer is turned on, it fully recharges in about 4 hours.

If an optional secondary battery is installed in to the drive bay, it will be charged together with the standard battery. In this case, the standard battery is charged first; then, an optional secondary battery is charged.

If the standard and an optional secondary battery are fully discharged and your computer is turned off or in System hibernate, they fully recharge in about 5 hours.

If the standard and an optional secondary battery are fully discharged and your computer is turned on, the charging time may vary depending on usage.

Your computer monitors the internal temperature of the unit. If the unit gets critically hot, battery chargin g (which generates some heat) is interrupted until the temperature decreases. This can account for slightly longer battery charging times.

You can track the charging status of the battery pack using the battery indicator located next to the power indicator. The battery charge indicator shows the following conditions:

Tri-color (green/red/orange) Battery Indicator Icon Lamp State Status

Turned on orange Battery is charging Turned on green Battery is fully charged Turned on red Battery low warning Flashing red Critical battery warning

Abnormal condition – for

Flashing orange

example the battery may be installed incorrectly

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Or you can use the battery charge indicator located on the corner of the standard battery. There are 5 indicator lamps, and if yo u press the button above lamps, they will show you the charging status. If all 5 lamps are lit, the battery is fully charged. If only an orange lamp is lit, it will discharge soon.

An optional secondary battery also has the battery charge indicator. If you press a white circle, lamps will show you the charging status. The charging status is same as that of the standard battery.

Battery Indicator Status Capacity Remaining

Orange Green

All On Four On Three On

Two On Orange only On Orange Blinking All Off

80%~100%

60%~79% 40%~59% 20%~39% 11%~19%

Under 10%

0%(Empty)

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Battery Low Warnings

The battery low warnings are set in Windows

Alarms

Click The alarms are triggered when battery charge decreases to a user-defined percentage set.

tab, and you can set a Low battery alarm and a Critical battery alarm.

Power Options properties

dialog box.

We recommend that you set the Low battery alarm to about 10% and the Critical battery alarm to about 3-5%. The battery charge percentages are not extremely accurate and the power consumption of different applications are not identical, so it’s important to allow for a margin of error. The primary aim is to save your data before the system shuts down when the battery is fully discharged.

Following the battery low alarms that you have set, we reco mmend that you save your work and shut down your computer when there is about 5% of battery charge remaining. In this condition, you ca n be confident that you have eno ugh power to power the hard disk drive or floppy disk drive and save even the longest of files.

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After you have shut down your computer in a low battery condition, don’t try to restart the computer until you have replaced the discharged battery with a charged battery pack, or connected the computer to a power outlet using the AC adapter.

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Battery Conditioning

If you feel that the battery charge meter in Windows is becoming inaccurate, we recommend that you ”condition” the battery using the following steps below.

The following procedure helps to keep your battery in good condition so we suggest that you carry out the procedure each time you complete about 30 cycles of charging and discharging the battery pack.

1. Connect your computer to a power outlet with the AC adapter. Leave the computer connected to the power outlet until the battery indicator turns green to indicate that the battery is fully charged.

2. Turn on the computer.

3. When the Sharp logo appears with the prompt

<F2> for Setup

4. In the

5. Go to the

6. When the system restarts and the Sharp logo and prompt appear, press F2 again

7. Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer and leave the computer turned on

8. Connect the AC adapter to the computer and leave it connected until the battery

9. After you have completed the conditioning procedure, return the power

The whole conditioning process will take about 9 hours if only a standard battery is installed.

Power

Control

Enter

to enter the setup utility.

and the setup utility open until the battery completely discharges and the computer shuts down automatically.

is fully charged.

management setting in the setup utility to the original state.

. Press the

. Press

, press F2 to enter the setup utility.

page of the setup utility, highlight the item

Space bar

Exit

page of the setup utility, highlight

Enter

again when the dialog asks for confirmation.

to change the value of this item to

<ESC> for Diagnostic screen,

Power Management

Disabled

Exit Saving Changes

and press

If an optional secondary battery is installed, it will be conditioned together with the standard battery. In this case, it will take about 16 hours to complete the process.

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Removing a Standard Internal Battery Pack

1. Turn off the computer and close the upper cover.

2. Turn the computer over and lay on a soft surface.

3. On the base of the computer, locate the battery pack and the battery lock button.

4. Slide the battery lock button to the unlocked potion.

Lift battery pack out of battery compartment

Battery pack

5. Slide the battery release lever towards the back and hold it, this will release and lift the right edge of the battery pack out of the compartment.

6. Grab the edge of the battery pack and lift it out of the battery compartment. You can release the battery release lever once the battery pack is partially removed.

7. Remove the battery completely.

For installing a standard internal battery pack, see

AC Power

of chapter 1

Battery release lever

Battery lock button

Connecting to

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Programmable Power Management

Your computer supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power management Interface) which is a powerful feature of the Windows Me operating system. Therefore you can select and control all the power management of your computer through the Windows

Panel

If you ever run your computer using an operating system that does not have ACPI, you can use the power management features that

are built into the system hardware. You can select and control these routines using the setup utility. See more information.

Running the Power Options propert i es Application

Power Options properties

application in Windows

Power Page

Chapter 8

Control

for

To show the

1. From the

2. Click

3. Double-click

Power Options properties

Start

view all Control Panel options

menu, select

Power Options

dialog box:

Settings

to display the

Control Panel

Power Options properties

window.

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Intel

Speed Step



You can control processor core speed to reduce the power consumption with Intel Speed Step technology. Right-click

change the performance.

Technology



or icon and select

Adjust Properties

Setting Power Schemes

Power Options properties

The use this dialog box to create and name different Power Schemes. For each Power Scheme, you can use the drop down menus to set the timeouts for

System Hibernate

for

A timeout defines the length of time a component remains inactive before it is automatically turned off. For example, if you set the your computer will automatically enter System standby mode if it is inactive for 10 minutes. If you set automatically if there is no video activity for 5 minutes.

You can create one set of timeouts that function when the computer is connected to a power outlet with the AC adapter, and another set of timeouts that function when the computer is running on battery power.

, for

Turn off monitor

dialog box opens on the

Turn off monitor

, and for

to 5 minutes, the built-in screen will turn off

Power Schemes

System standby

Turn off hard disks

System standby

to 10 minutes,

tab. You can

About System Standby Mode

In System Standby mode, practically all devices are powered down with the exception of the system memory, the video memory, the PC Card controller and the system realtime clock, and the current condition of the computer is stored in RAM.



In this mode, the computer remains active but with the minimum possible power consumption. You can return to full power by operating the computer again.

About System Hibernate Mode

System Hibernate mode is really another way of turning off your computer. When your computer enters System Hibernate mode, the contents of your computer's memory are copied to your hard disk drive as a file. When the contents of the memory have been safely stored to disk, your computer turns off. The next time the computer resumes from System Hibernate, the file on the hard disk is quickly read into memory. In just a few moments your computer appears exactly as it was when your computer enters System Hibernate mode last time.

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Supporting System Hibernate

To support System Hibernate mode, you need to perform the following:

1. In the

2. Check

3. Click

Power Options properties

Enable hibernate support

Apply

and OK.

Entering System Standby/Hibernate

Your computer will enter System Standb y/Hibernate under several sets of conditions as follows:

•

System stand by/System hibernate

The dialog box elapses. Hot keys This functions if you perform the following:

1. In the

2. Select

computer.

3. Click The upper cover is closed when no external monitor is connected to the computer. This functions if you perform the following:

1. In the

2. Select

computer:

3. Click The power button is pressed. This functions if you perform the following:

1. In the

2. Select

computer.

Click

You select

Fn+F12

Power Options properties

Hibernate

Apply

Power Options properties

Hibernate

Apply

Power Options properties

Hibernate

Apply

are pressed.

Stand By

and OK.

Stand By

and OK.

Stand By

and OK.

Stand by/Hibernate

dialog box, select

timeout in the

dialog box, select

When I press the sleep button on my

dialog box, select

When I close the lid of my portable

dialog box, select

When I press the power button on my

Shut Down Windows

Hibernate

Power Options properties

Advanced

tab.

dialog box.

tab.

Resuming from System Standby/Hibernate

Resuming from System Standby

Your computer will resume from System Standby if you operate the computer again.

Resuming from System Hibernate

Your computer will resume from System Hibernate if the power button is pressed.

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Power Meter

Click on the battery charge meter. You can also display this information by clicking on the battery meter icon displayed on the right side of the Windows taskbar.

Power Meter

tab of the

Power Options properties

window to show the

Advanced Options

Click on the advanced options.

Advanced

tab of the

Power Options properties

window to display the

Using the check boxes yo u can turn the battery icon on the taskbar on or off, and you can install password prote c tion for resuming the system from System standby/System Hibernate.

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Power Management Hot-keys

In addition to the programmable power management, you can use the power management hot-keys to dir ectly control the power consumption of your computer with just a keystroke.

F11

F12

Note that you can also reduce power consumption by decreasing the screen brightness and decreasing the audio volume using the brightness and volume hot-keys.

Turns off the display on the built-in screen

Puts the system into System Standby/Hibernation

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CHAPTER 4

Connecting Peripherals

This chapter describes how to connect your computer to peripheral devices using the input/output ports on the edges of your computer. To ensure correct operation, follow the instructions given in this chapter, and always read the instructions given with the peripheral device as well.

Using Peripheral Devices

You can connect and use the peripheral devices shown in the overview on the following page. As these devices are manufactured by a third-party, it is a good idea to verify that they operate correctly when connected to your computer before you purchase them. Your computer vendor can probably recommend reliable brands that are compatible with your system.

• Be sure to turn off the computer and the peripheral device before

connecting them (except when connecting USB devices, IEEE 1394 devices or inserting PC cards).

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

on.

• Some devices require special drivers or other software before

they operate correctly.

Connecting Peripheral Guidelines

1. Turn off the computer and the peripheral device (except when connecting a USB device, IEEE 1394 device, or inserting a PC card).

2. Connect the cable from the peripheral device into the appropriate I/O port of the computer. If the cable has locking screws, tighten them.

3. Turn on the peripheral device and then turn on the computer.

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Connecting Peripherals Overview

The illustration below shows many of the peripheral devices that can be connected to your computer.

Microphone jack

Headphone jack

PC card slot

IEEE 1394 port

USB port

Modem jack

External monitor port

USB (Universal Serial Bus) port

LAN Jack

PS/2 Port

RS-232C Serial port

Parallel (printer)/FDD port

For information on using the modem or LAN jack, see the following chapter

Chapter 5 Communication Functions.

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Using PC Cards

Your computer has PC card slots on the left side. The PC card slots accept type-I, type-II, and type-III PC cards. It also supports the 32-bit CardBus standard or Zoomed Video(ZV) port compliant PC card. You can insert a combination of two type-I and type-II cards simultaneously. Because of the thickness of a type-III card, you can only use a single type-III card at a time. When using a ZV port compliant PC card, insert it into the lower slot.

You can use PC cards to add many different features to your computer such as a network adapter, a SCSI host adapter, and so on.

If you use a PC card to add a feature that already exists on your computer, such as a fax/modem, this may cause problems as the devices compete for limited resources.

Some PC cards can draw power from the system even when they are not being used. If you are operating your computer on battery power, we recommend that you remove PC cards from the PC card slot when you are not using them.

Inserting a PC Card

1. Hold the card with the label side up. Most cards are marked with an arrow to show which of the narrow edges inserts into the slot.

2. Insert the card into an empty slot and press it firmly so that it engages with the connector inside the slot. The PC card edge should be flush with the side of the computer when it is fully inserted.

PC card

PC card slot

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If you plan on using a type-III PC card, all other cards must be removed first. You can only use a single type-III card at a time.

Configuring a PC Card

The Windows operating system immediately detects the insertion of the card.

If Windows recognizes the card, it automatically loads any drivers required by the card, and allocates any resources that are required by the card. Windows usually displays a New Hardware Found dialog box that tells you that the card has been successfully configured. The next time you use the card, Windows configures it automatically without interruption.

If Windows cannot recognize the card, or lacks the drivers or software to run the card, an Add New Hardware Wizard appears. Follow the prompts of the series of dialog boxes generated by the Add New Hardware Wizard. If a dialog box asks for the location of drivers or software, you can click the Have Disk button and browse to the location of the software. The next time you use the card, Windows configures it automatically without interruption.

When a card is inserted, the taskbar. You can double click the icon to open the box and see the status of the PC card.

If you have installed a storage-type memory card, your computer allocates a drive name to the card. Check the to identify the card’s drive name.

Unplug or Eject Hardware

icon (

My Computer

) appears on the

dialog

window

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Removing a PC Card

1. Double-click the

Unplug or Eject Hardware

2. In and click the

Stop a Hardware device

3. In remove is highlighted, and click OK. This ensures that any resources reserved for the card are freed up and become available for other devices.

4. Click OK in

5. Push the eject button so that it sticks out from the side of the computer.

6. Push the eject card button straight into the chassis to force the card from the slot.

Unplug or Eject Hardware

dialog box, select the card you want to remove

Stop

button.

dialog box, confirm the card name you want to

Safe to Remove Hardware

icon in the taskbar.

dialog box.

Push eject button straight into the chassis to force the card from the slot

7. Remove the card; then, push the eject card button all the way into the computer chassis for safekeeping.

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Connecting an External Monitor

You can connect an external monitor to your computer and then display the video output to either the built-in screen, the external monitor, or a simultaneous display to both the monitor and the screen.

You can even create dual independent displays so that, for example, you can run one application on the built-in screen, and run a different application on the external monitor.

Connecting the monitor

1. Place the monitor in a suitable location and plug it into a power outlet.

2. Connect the video cable from the monitor to the 15-pin external monitor port on the rear edge of your computer.

External monitor port

3. Turn on the monitor and turn on the computer.

4. The video output appears on both the built-in screen and the external monitor. See the following section for information on switching the display.

Switching the Display

You can switch the display using the

Fn+F5

. We recommend that you use the

that you can make adjustments to the monitor resolution and refresh rate if required.

Switching with Software

1. Right click on an empty part of the Windows desktop to pull down a menu and click on

2. Click on the

3. Click on the

Properties

Settings Displays

to open the

tab and then click on the

tab to display the Properties window illustrated below.

Display Properties

Advanced

dialog box or the hot keys

dialog box initially so

dialog box.

button

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4. Use the green button to turn on or off the display to the built-in screen (called Panel in this window) and the external monitor (called Monitor in this window).

5. If both displays are activated, and you want to use dual independent displays, use the blue button to set one display to

Secondary

Primary

about

6. Click on

7. If you want to adjust the appearance of an external monitor, click on the button and make changes to the

8. Click on

9. You can name the current scheme and assign a ho tkey to later quickly change the display settings to this scheme.

Dual Independent Displays

. See

Secondary.

and

Apply

and verify that the display is the wa y you want it.

Screen Position, Size

Apply

and verify that the display is the way you want it, then click on

Primary

, and the other display to

later in this chapter for information

Synchronization

, and

Monitor

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10. Click on OK to exit the

Switching with Hot-keys

After switching the display with software in the first instance, you can then use the display switching hot-keys

Properties

dialog box.

Don’t try to use the display switching hot-keys while your computer is booting. It might cause the system to malfunction.

When you connect an external monitor and turn on the computer, the system defaults to a simultaneous display on the built-in screen.

Press Fn+F5 one time Press Fn+F5 two times Press Fn+F5 three times

Dual Independent Displays

The dual independent display feature lets you extend the windows desktop onto the external monitor, so that you can, for example, display one application on the builtin screen and display another application on the external monitor.

1. Connect an external monitor to your system as described above.

2. Turn on your computer. The display appears on both the built-in screen and the external monitor as a default.

3. Right click on an empty part of the Windows desktop and select the pull-down menu.

4. Click on the

Settings

Switch display between the built-in screen, an external monitor, and a simultaneous display

Video display to built-in screen only Video display to external monitor only Video display to both built-in screen and external monitor

tab.

Properties

from

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5. Click on the monitor marked with a number 2. Windows asks if you want to enable the monitor as an extension of your Windows desktop. Click the button.

6. Use the glide pad to drag monitor 2 around monitor 1 so that it is in the same location as the real external monitor is in relation to the built-in screen. The location of the monitors determines on which edge of the built-in screen the screen pointer transits from the screen to the external monitor. For example with the monitors positioned in the illustration above, when you move the screen pointer to the right side of the built-in screen, it disappears from the screen and appears on the left side of the external monitor.

7. Click

Apply

and OK. Now you can open up applications and drag them from the

built-in screen to the external monitor.

Yes

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8. To turn off the dual independent display, return to the

Display Properties

number 2. A pop-up menu appears, deselect display feature is now disabled.

dialog box and right-mouse click the monitor marked with a

Enabled

Settings

. The dual independent

page of the

Connecting Headphones and a Microphone

You can connect headphones to yo ur computer so that you can listen to audio in private. Additionally you can connect a micro p hone for better recording quality. When you plug headphones into the headphone jack, the built-in speaker in the computer cabinet is automatically turned off. In turn, when you connect an external microphone through the microphone jack, the built-in microphone is also automatically turned off.

Headphone jack

Microphone jack

You can adjust the recording and playback volume by double-clicking on the loudspeaker icon on the right side of the taskbar.

Connecting USB Devices

USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices are increasing in availability, and include many different types of device such as keyboards, pointing devices, digital cameras, and so on. Your computer has two USB ports, one is located on the left side, another one located on the rear side of the unit.

Many different US B devices can be connected to your compute r through every single USB port. All you need to do is connect a USB hub to one of the USB ports. A USB hub is a USB device that has a series of spare USB ports available for use by multiple devices.

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Rear side USB port

Left side USB port

To remove U SB devices, yo u may need to perform the following before you remove them:

1. Double-click

2. Select the device you want to remove and click

3. Confirm the device name you want to remove is highlighte d, then click OK.

4. Click

Unplug or Eject Hardware

Safe To Remove Hardware

If you use the USB port to install a pointing device or a keyboard, the built-in glide pad and the built-in keyboard remain active.

icon on the task bar.

Stop

Connecting a Printer

Most printer s connect through the parallel/FDD port on the rear side of your computer.

Parallel/FDD port

Installing a Printer Driver

After you have connec ted the printer to your compute r through the parallel/FDD port, install a printer driver following the steps below:

Start

menu, select

1. From the

2. Double-click the

3. Click

Add Printer

Settings - Printers

icon. The

Add Printer Wizard

appears.

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Local printer

LPT1

and click

Finish

Chapter 8

is selected and click

button. If you have checked the

for more information.

4. Confirm

5. Select the manufacturer and the printer and then click the model name of your printer, you have to install the printer driver included with your printer. See your printer manual for more information.

6. Select

7. Read the message and click

8. Click the that the printer is ready before clicking the

Parallel Port Settings

The parallel port on your computer can support different kinds of parallel communications, including bi-directional, EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port) and ECP (Extended Capabilities Port). If your printer supports the faster transmission of EPP or ECP, use the system setup utility to change the settings of the parallel port. See

Advanced Page

Connecting a Serial Device

The RS-232C 9-pin serial port on the rear side of the unit can be used to connect your computer to serial devices such as a pointing device or a fax/modem. This port is identified as COM1 and is 16550-compatible.

Print Test Page

Finish

button.

. If you cannot find

box, make sure

Installing a Serial Device

Connect the cable from the serial device to the 9-pin serial port on the rear side of your computer.

RS-232C Serial port

External Pointing Device

If you are connecting a serial mouse which is Windows compliant, the computer should detect the new hardware a nd take you through the proce ss of installing the hardware. If Windows does not recognize your serial mouse, you will need to

New Hardware

mouse manually. If Windows does not have drivers for your mouse, you can use a standard driver, or use a disk provided by the mouse manufacturer.

. You can have Windows search for the mouse or you can set up the

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Add

Serial Devices

The serial port also allows you to connect external devices such as a modem or a scanner to your computer. Devices connected to the unit while the power is powered up, may not work reliably. Connect devices to the serial port while the computer is turned off. This allows the computer to prepare itself and to device to operate together.

Serial Port Settings

The settings of the serial port on your computer can be changed using the system setup utility. See

Advanced Page

Chapter 8

for more information.

Connecting a PS/2 Keyboard or Pointing Device

You can use the mini-DIN PS/2 port on the rear side of the computer to connect a PS/2 keyboard or pointing device. Built-in keyboard remains active while you connect an external PS/2 keyboard.

You can disable the built-in glide pad while you connect the external PS/2 mouse.

Pointing Device

Set more information.

Auto

in the Main menu of the Setup utility. See chapter 8 for

PS/2 port

Connecting an IEEE 1394 Device

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

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IEEE 1394 port

Possible applications are operations and data transactions with various digital AV equipment. A SHARP digital View Cam camcorder can be connected to the IEEE 1394 port with an optional connection cable. You can capture the image and edit the data transmitted to your computer with computer. See online help of

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

The baud rate for the IEEE 1394 port varies from 100Mbps to 400Mbps.

To remove IEEE 1394 devices, you may need to perform the following before you remove them:

1. Double-click

2. Select the device you want to remove and click

3. Confirm the device name you want to remove is highlighte d, then click OK.

4. Click

Unplug or Eject Hardware

Safe To Remove Hardware

Studio DV

for more details.

, which is pre-installed in your

icon on the task bar.

Stop

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CHAPTER 5

Communication Functions

Your computer has two important features that let you establish communications with other computers and devices. The built-in modem lets you connect to the telephone system so that you can communicate with the whole world through the internet, e-mail, etc,. The built-in LAN adapter lets you join your computer to a local network for sharing data.

Built-in Modem

(may not be available in some countries)

You can use the built-in modem for data transfer, or use it to establish a dial-up connection to t he internet through a n Internet Service Provider.

• The built-in modem on your computer is designed for regular

analog telephone lines. The modem may be damaged if it is connected to a digital ISDN terminal or a digital PBX.

• 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.

Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line

Connect your modem to a telephone line as follows:

1. Turn off your c omputer.

2. Locate the modem jack on the left side of your computer.

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3. Plug one end of the telephone cable supplied with your computer into the modem jack. (If the cable is fitted with a core, plug the end of the cable nearest the core into the computer.)

4. Plug the other end of the cable into a wall telephone socket.

5. Turn on your computer.

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

Configuring the Modem

You may have already co nfigured your modem during Windows Me Personal Setup. Otherwise, make the necessary adjustments as shown below.

Telephony Configuration

1. From the

2. Click

3. Double-click the

4. In the dialing properties.

Start

view all Control Panel options

Dialing Properties

menu, select

Telephony

dialog box, type in the details about your location and

Modem jack

Settings

icon.

Control Panel

The drivers under the

Internet Connection

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

In some locations, your Windows desktop may be installed with an icon named Online Services. This fold er lets you access Online Service Providers who can provide internet connection and other services.

Telephony Drivers

Internet Connection Wizard

tab are pre-installed.

Internet Connection Wizard

to help you get connected to

Connect to the Internet

icon on the

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Dial-Up Networking

To create other dial-up networking accounts:

1. On the Windows desktop, double-click

2. Click

3. Click

4. Follow the prompts of the

Hyper Terminal and Phone Dialer

You can find these applications by opening the

Accessories- Communications. HyperTerminal

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

Dial-Up Networking Next

account.

Make New Connection

My Computer

Start

lets you connect to other computer

Phone Dialer

icon.

dialog box to create a new

menu and selecting

lets you store and dial

Programs

Modem Settings

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

1. From the

2. Click

3. Double-click

4. Use the make changes if necessary.

Start

menu, select

view all Control Panel options

Modems

General

and

Settings

icon.

Diagnostics

Control Panel

tabs to display the settings of your modem and

Power Management

For modem communications it is a good idea to disable any power management that is running. Uploading or downloading large files can take quite some time and you might lose data if your computer enters System Standby/Hibernate in the middle of a transmission.

LAN unit

You can use the LAN unit for data transfer and communications over a local network.

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Connecting the computer to a local network

Connect your computer to a local network as follows:

1. Turn off your c omputer.

2. Locate the LAN jack on the rear edge of your computer.

LAN jack

3. Plug one end of a network cable into the network jack.

4. Plug the other end of the cable into a network router or another computer.

5. Turn on your computer.

Configuring the Network Settings

You can click on the configurations that are currently in place on your system and to make modifications. You will see information specific to the network adapter built-in your computer.

In order to successfully join a network, after the computer has been physically connected, you need at least define a protocol, which controls how information is transferred between your computer and others on the network. Refer to your network administrator for network specifi cations.

Network

icon in the

Control Panel

to check the networking

You will also see a button that allows you to set up your computer for file and/or printer sharing. If you want to allow your files or printer to be shared on the network, you can set up the file and printer sharing as described in the section below.

Once you have successfully established the networ k settings for your system, you can click on the you would through this folder.

Sharing

If you want to make files on your computer available to another computer, or if you want to allow another system to print to a printer attached to your unit, you will need to set up your system for sharing.

My Network Places

My Computer

. Resources on the network available to you can be accessed

icon on your desktop. You can use this folder just as

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1. Double-click on the Networking window.

2. Click on the want to allow file sharing, print sharing, or both, click on the appropriate checkboxes.

3. You have now established the file and print sharing for your computer. You can click OK to exit the Network utility, you might be asked to reboot.

If you want to allow access to certain files on your system, you will need to designate those files for sharing.

File and Print Sharing

Network

icon in the

Control Panel

button. You will be asked to decided if you

. This will bring up the

1. On the Windows desktop, double-click containing the folders that you want to share.

2. Identify the folders that you want to share.

3. Right click on the folder and click on the

4. You will now be asked to establish the kind of access you want to allo w to this folder. You should consider who will be using the access and why, and establish the necessary password. Keep in mind that shared folders will be accessible to any machine that establishes a network connection with your computer.

My Computer

Sharing

option of the pop-up menu.

icon, and access the drive

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CHAPTER 6

Changing or Adding Options

This chapter describes how you can change or add two important optional items to your computer; a port replicator and a memory card.

Adding a Memory Module

Your computer comes complete with 64 MB of main memory. This is plenty of memory for most applications. However, if you want to enjoy the increased performance that extra memory can bring, you can easily add a memory module to your system using the spare memo ry compartment in the base of your computer.

The memory compartment can be installed with an industry-standard SODIMM (Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Module). You can install a memory module with 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB or even 128 MB in the memory compartment. Follow the steps below.

1. Turn off your computer, disconnect the AC adapter, and close the upper cover.

2. Turn your computer over and locate the memory compartment cover and the screw that secures the cover in place.

Screw securing the compartment cover

Memory compartment

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3. Use a small, Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screw. Lift the cover from the memory compartment using the indent on one side of the comp artment cover.

4. Hold the memory module over the memory compartment. The edge connector on the module is divided into two unequal parts and the edge connector slot inside the memory compartment is also divided into two unequal parts. Position the module so that the edge connector on the module matches the edge connector slot in the compartment.

5. Hold the module at a slight angle to the base of the unit and insert the edge connector into the edge connector slot.

Memory module

Edge connector on module

Edge connector slot

6. After the module is inserted into the slot, press it down flat into the compartment so that the spring latches inside the compartment grip the edges of the memory module and hold it in place.

7. Replace the compartment cover and secure it with the screw.

8. Restart your computer.

9. From the

10. Click

11. Double-click

Start

view all Control Panel options

menu, select

System

Settings

icon. You can see new memory status on

Control Panel

–

General

tab.

Removing a Memory Module

1. Follow the steps from 1 to 3 of

2. Press the spring latches apart so that the memory module pops out of the

compartment and then pull the edge connector of the module free from the edge connector slot.

3. Remove the memor y module.

4. Go back to the step 7 of

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Adding a Memory Module

Using the Optional Port Replicator

(may not be available in some countries)

The optional port replicator (model CE-DS03) provides a convenient “parking place” for your computer on your desktop or working area. It duplicates the ports on the rear side of your computer and adds extra ports as well. You can leave peripheral devices permanently connected to the port replicator. When you dock your computer to the replicator, all the devices are instantly available.

About the Port Replicator

The port replicator is a plug and play device. It supports cold and warm docking. Cold docking mea ns t hat you must turn off your computer before docking it to the port replicator. Warm docking means that you must let your computer to System Standby/Hibernate (press the hot keys replicator. When you restart or resume your computer, Windows will automatically configure the devices that are connected to the replicator and automatically assign resources as they are required.

Fn+F12

Speakers

) before docking it to the port

Disconnect button

Guide pin

Disconnect button

Guide pin

Docking connector

Disconnect lever

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Port Replicator Ports

The port replicator ports are all located on the back side.

PS/2 Keyboard

PS/2 Mouse

RS-232C Serial

Docking and Undocking

Your computer has a connector in the base of the unit that automatically engages

with the docking connector on the port replicator. The connector on the base of the computer is protected by a spring-loaded cover. The cover opens automatically when you dock the computer with the port replicator.

USB

LAN jack

Parallel/FDD

External Monitor

Microphone

Audio-in

Headphone

AC Adapter

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Before docking your computer to the port replicator, either turn off the computer or let the computer enter to System Standby/Hibernate by pressing the hot keys

Fn+F12

the computer in the port replicator. The guide pins ensure that the computer is positioned correctly. Restart your computer by pressing the power button, or resume from System Standby mode by pressing any key.

. After the computer is shut down or in System Standby/Hibernate, install

To undock the computer, turn off or let your computer enter System Standby/Hibernation, press down on the two disconnect buttons to disconnect the computer, and then lift the computer from the port replicator.

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CHAPTER 7

Security Features

This chapter describes how to protect your computer against unauthorized use, and theft.

Passwords

Setting a password will help protect against unauthorized access to your computer. When password protection is correctly set, you can leave your computer turned off or in System Standby/Hibernate. No unauthorized users can restart the system without typing in the correct password.

If you lose or forget your password while password protection is enabled, you lose access to your computer. Make sure you select a password that you will not forg et, or keep a record of your password in a secure place. Otherwise, you must ask your dealer for assistance.

If you enter a wrong password three times, the message

Disabled

turn it on again, and enter the correct password.

Supervisor Password and User Password

Your computer supports two different levels of password security; Supervisor password and User password. A User password cannot be set unless a Supervisor password has already been activated. When a Supervisor and a User password are set, the holder of the User password has limitations on the use of the computer, that are controlled by the holder of the Supervisor password.

appears. Press the power switch to turn off the computer,

System

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The following items can only be changed if you know the Supervisor password.

Advanced page Security page

Power page

Boot page Exit page

All items Set Supervisor Password Password on Boot Floppy Disk Access Resume on Time Resume on Modem Ring All items Load Setup Defaults

Setting the Password in the Setup Utility

Security

User Password

Esc

and select

Enter

twice. The system restarts and asks for the password you have set.

menu of the setup utility, select

and press

Enter

Exit Saving Changes

Password on boot

1. In the

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

3. Type the same password again, and press

4. When the confirmation message appears, press

5. Press

6. Press

If you use the computer personally

We recommend that you set the supervisor password. You can prevent other people from using your computer by enabling setup utility.

Set Supervisor Password

Enter

Security

in the

Set

menu of the

If you share the computer with others

We recommend that a person who administers the computer sets both supervisor and user passwords and lets the other people know only the user password.

Changing or Deleting the Passw ord

1. In the

2. Type your current password, and press

3. To change the password, type in the new password and press

Security

delete and press

the password, just press

menu of the setup utility, select the password item you want to

Enter

. To delete

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4. To change the password, type the new password again and press delete the password, just press

5. When the confirmation message appears, press

6. Press

7. Press

Password Requirements

If you have enabled system will ask for a password when the system is started. If a user password is entered, then the user has limited access to the floppy disk drive as set by the holder of the supervisor password.

When the setup utility is opened, a password is required. If a user password is entered, the user does not get access to some items shown in

and User Password

Esc

and select

Enter

twice. The system restarts.

Exit Saving Changes

Password on boot

on the previous page.

Enter

in the

again.

Security

Enter

page of the setup utility, the

Supervisor Password

Enter

Setting a Password for Standby/Hibernate Resume

Use the Windows entered in order to resume the system from a standby/hibernate mode. If you have already installed a Windows password you can skip steps 1-4.

Power Options Properties

program to set a password that must be

. To

1. From the

2. Click

3. Double-click

4. Use the

5. Restart your computer to complete the password installation.

6. Return to the

Options Properties

7. Click

standby and hibernate

8. Click

Start

menu, select

view all Control Panel options

Passwords

Change Passwords

Control Panel

dialog box.

Advanced

Apply

tab, and check

and OK.

Settings

to open

tab to install a password for windows.

. Double-click the

Control Panel

Passwords Properties

Prompt for password when computer goes off

Power Options

dialog box.

to open the

Power

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Using a Security Cable

You can prevent theft by connecting a laptop security cable to a fixed object and locking the other end of the cable in the slot on the left side of the computer.

Slot for security cable

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CHAPTER 8

Setup Utility

This chapter describes how to run the setup utility to change settings on your computer.

Running the Setup Utility

With the setup utility, you can customize the system configuration information, such as time and date, port assignments, passwords, or power management settings. The information you have specified is saved in a special area called CMOS RAM, which the system reads every time you turn on the computer.

Contents of the Setup Utility

The setup utility consists of six menu pages, as follows:

•

Main: Configures basic system

•

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

•

Security: Set password and security system

•

Power: Configures power management (battery saving setti ngs)

•

Boot: Defines where the system boots from

•

Exit: Exits the setup utility or returns to the default values

Entering and Exiting the Setup Utility

1. Turn on the computer.

2. When the Sharp logo appears with the prompt

<F2> for Setup

3. Change the desired settings.

4. Press

5. Select one of the exit methods, and press

Esc

, press F2.

to select the

Exit

Page.

<ESC> for Diagnostic screen,

Enter

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6. When the message restarts.

To turn off the computer when th e setup utility is open, press the power switch

Setup Confirmation

appears, press

Enter

Using the Setup Utility

To navigate through the different menus, you can use the fol lowing keys:

again. The system

Use the bar to the Exit menu across the top of the screen.

Use the Up and

Use the values that can be installed for each item.

Use the for each item.

Use the

Use the F9 key to install the items of the setup utility with default values.

Use the

On items marked with a triangular pointer (!), press Press

Left

Space bar, F6

Minus

Esc

F10

Esc

Right

and

Down

or F5 key to cycle backwards through the values that ca n be installed

key to display the

key to save the changes and exit the setup utility.

to close the sub-menu and return to the original page.

cursor arrow keys to choose the pages from the Main menu

cursor arrow keys to select the items on each page.

key or

Shift

Exit

Plus

plus

page of the setup utility.

keys to cycle forwards through the

Enter

to display a sub-menu.

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Main Page

System Date

key moves the cursor, and the

Minus

System Time

hour format). The

Plus

plus

Floppy Disk Drive

Primary Master

master sub-menu. hard disk drive in your system. Press

Secondary Master

secondary master sub-menu. detects the CD-RW drive in your system. Press

Display Device Selection

is first started. It is recommended to leave this at the default value

Resolution Expansion

that are less than 1024x768 so that they occupy the whole area of the built-in display if set to on the screen.

Defines the system date, using the format month:day:year. The

Space bar, F6

keys change numbers.

Defines the system time, using the format

Tab

key moves the cursor, and the

keys and F5 key or

Always sets to

Configures the hard disk drive. Press

Type

Configures the CD-RW drive. Press

Enabled

. Note that resolution expansion causes some distortion of the image

Minus

keys change numbers.

1.44MB,3½. You cannot change this item.

is set to

Enables the system to add extra pixels to screen resolutions

Auto

so that the system automatically detects the

Esc

to return to the

Type

is set to

Determines where the video is displayed when the system

Auto

Shift

key or

Space bar, F6

so that the system automatically

Esc

to return to the

Plus

plus

hour:minute:second

Enter

to display the primary

Main

page.

Enter

to display the

keys and F5 key

Main

LCD&CRT

key or

page.

Tab

(24-

Shift

Pointing Device

means the built-in glide pad is disabled if an external PS/2 mouse is connected when the system starts.

Boot Options

the Boot Options sub-menu. If logo screen. If at start-up time. If with blue legends on the built-in keyboard are disabled. If set to both an external and built-in keyboard are enabled. Press page.

Enables or disables the glide pad built into your system.

Configures the status of system when starting. Press

Summary screen

NumLock

Quiet boot

Enabled

Disabled

Enabled

, the system shows a hardware summary

and an external keyboard is connected, keys

, the system displays the Sharp

Enabled

Esc

to return to the

Enter

Auto

to display

, those of

Main

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System Memory

Shows the size of conventional memory.

Extended Memory

Shows the size of extended memory beyond 1 MB.

Adva nced Page

Serial port A

means that you can set the item by yourself. automatically assigned.

Parallel port

DMA channel. items except the use the port.

Mode

Specifies the LPT port mode:

Port mode),

Sets the RS-232C serial port, selecting the base I/O address.

Disabled

Sets the printer port, selecting the mode, the base I/O address and

Enabled

EPP

means that you can set the items b y yourself.

Mode

are automatically assigned.

(Enhanced Parallel Port mode) or

means that you cannot use the port.

Auto

means that the item is

Disabled

Bi-directional, ECP

Output only

Enabled

Auto

means the

means that you cannot

(Extended Capabilities

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Security Page

See Chapter 7 for detailed information on setting passwords in the Security page. Under some password settings, not all items are available to all users

Supervisor Password Is

User Password Is

user password unless you have set the supervisor password.

Set Supervisor Password

Set User Password

the user password unless you have set the supervisor password.

If you lose or forget your password while password protection is enabled, you lose access to your computer. Make sure you select a password that you will not forget, o r yo u keep a record of your password in a secure place. Otherwise, you must ask your dealer for assistance

Password on Boot

process.

Floppy Disk Access

means that only the user who knows the supervisor password can access the floppy disk drive.

Enabled

means that you need to input a password to continue.

User

means everyone can access the floppy disk drive.

Shows the current status of the supervisor password.

Shows the current status of the user password You cannot set the

Sets the supervisor password (up to eight characters).

Sets the user password (up to eight characters). You cannot set

Defines whether the system requires passwords during the boot

Defines who can access the floppy disk drive.

Supervisor

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Power Page

Because your computer supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power management Interface), a powerful feature of the Windows Me operating system, the power management for your system is controlled by the Windows OS and the items on this page have no function. See

Power Option Properties

If you install your computer with an alternative operating system that do e s not have ACPI, you can use the it ems on this page to manage p ower on your system.

program.

Chapter 3

for information on using the Windows

CPU Speed Mode

high when connected to AC power, and low when using the battery. CPU speed is always high, and

Power Management Control

or have it operate only when you are using the battery.

Power Saving Mode

management),

Customized

Video power down after

you have chosen

HD power down after

Customized

chosen

Auto Suspend Timeout

Customized

Suspend Mode

initiated. Your computer can either suspend to RAM or suspend to disk.

Lets you adjust processor core speed.

Low

means the speed is always low.

Lets you enable or disable all the power management,

Lets you set

Performance

(lets you define your own timeout settings using the three items below).

Sets the timeout for the built-in display to powerdown if

Customized

Sets the timeout for a hard disk drive powerdown if you have

for the

Power Savings

Lets you set how your system will suspend when a suspend mode is

Power Savings

Sets the timeout for suspend mode if you have chosen

Battery Life

(long timeouts for relaxed power management), or

for the

Power Savings

item.

(short timeouts fo r aggressive power

item.

Auto

means CPU speed is

High

means

Battery Low Suspend

when battery charge is critically low if set to

Enables the system to automatically enter suspend mode

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Enabled

Resume on Modem Ring

an incoming call is received by the modem if set to

Enables the system to resume from suspend mode when

Enabled

The built-in modem may not be available in some countries

Resume on Time

on the computer’s realtime clock if set to

Resume Time

Cooling Control

your system. If you select when cooling is required. It only throttles the processor if further cooling is required. If you select required. It only turns on the cooling fan if further cooling is required.

Enables the system to resume from suspend mode by an alarm set

Enabled

Sets the alarm time if you have enabled the

Determines how the system controls the thermal management of

Performance

Silence

, the system throttles the processor first when cooling is

, the system turns on the cooling fan first

Resume on Time

Boot Page

Boot

The operating system at start-up time. To change the order, highlight an item and then use the

page shows the order of preference your system follows when it seeks an

Shift

plus

Plus

keys to move it up, or

Minus

key to move it down the list.

Exit Page

Exit Saving Changes

Utility.

Exit without saving

during the current session.

Load Setup Defaults

of the above items.

Load Previous Setting

Saves the settings you have changed and exits the Setup

Exits the Setup Utility without saving the changes you made

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

Returns the values of all items to the values you last saved.

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Save Changes

Saves the settings you have cha nged.

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Appendix 1: Troubleshooting

This appendix describes how to troubleshoot problems with your computer.

Common Problems

Problems with your computer can be caused by something as minor as an unplugged power cord or as major as a damaged hard disk drive. The information in this troubleshooting section is designed to help you find and solve minor problems. If you still have a problem after trying all the suggested remedies in this chapter, contact your dealer.

The problems that you might encounter can be divided into two basic categories: hardware and software. Hardware problems can be further divided into being of an electrical or a mechanical nature. You will know you have a hardware problem if, for example, the screen is blank, or the computer cannot recognize the disk drives.

Software problems can occur at several levels. Both your operating system and your software application programs are capable of generating errors and error messages. If you encounter a software error, try to determine if the error message is from your operating system or from an application program, and refer to the appropriate manual for possible remedies.

You can also refer to the Windows Me manual or Windows Help program to solve the problem. To access the Help program, select Help from the Start menu. It also gives you an Index.

Successful troubleshooting is the result of careful observation, deductive reasoning, and an organized approach to solving the problem. If you encounter a problem, begin by performing a careful visual inspection. Check the exterior of the computer first. If no lights are displayed, check the battery charge or power outlet, the plug and power cord, and any power switches that may affect your computer. If the comp uter has been connected to any peripheral devices, look for loose or disconnected cables. You may also need to check the fuses and breakers in your electric box. A few common problems and suggested solutions are presented in the exa mples which follow.

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Troubleshooting

Trouble when Starting

Question: Why doesn't the power switch function?

•

Make sure the AC power cable is correctly connected to a live power outlet.

•

If the computer is operating with batteries, the batteries may be discharged. Connect the computer to a power outlet.

Question: Why doesn't Windows start?

•

Check whether the floppy disk drive unit contains a non-system disk. Remove the floppy disk from the drive, and press any key.

•

If you are attempting to boot from the floppy disk drive, check to make sure the disk is fully inserted and seated into the drive.

•

If you attempt to boot from the floppy disk drive, check whether the Floppy Disk is set to the first in the Boot menu of the setup utility.

•

Check whether the CD-RW drive unit contains a bootable CD-ROM. Remove the CD-ROM from the drive and press any key.

Question: Why do I get a non-system disk or disk error message?

•

You may have inserted a non-bootable disk in the floppy disk drive (either a defective disk or one without an installed operating system). Remove the disk.

•

If this message is issued when you attempt to boot from your hard disk drive, insert a bootable disk into the floppy disk drive unit and check the status of your hard disk drive.

•

Check whether the items Floppy Disk Drive and Primary Master are correctly set in the Main menu of the setup utility.

Troubleshooting

Question: Why do I get the message Operating system not found?

•

If you get this message when starting from the hard disk, insert the boot up disk into the floppy disk drive unit; then check the condition of the hard disk.

•

Enter the setup utility and check the status of the hard disk. Check the size of the hard disk and make sure the item Primary Master of the Main menu is set to Auto.

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Trouble with the Displ a y

Question: Why is the screen blank?

•

Press any key to see if any power management feature has turned off the screen to save power.

•

See the power indicator to check whether the computer is powered.

•

If you are using a battery pack, make sure it has a charge remaining

•

Make sure the LCD screen is selected as the display by pressing

•

Check the brightness c ontrols for your display by pressing

•

Check whether the back light is on by pressing any key.

•

If you still have the problem after trying the above, press the power switch for more than four seconds to turn off the system. Five seconds later, turn the computer on.

•

If you cannot power off the system with the above procedure, use the reset switch on the bottom of your computer and turn off the system. Wait five seconds and turn the computer back on.

Question: Why does the external monitor display nothing?

•

Confirm the monitor is turned on.

•

Confirm the monitor is connected correctly.

•

Make sure an external monitor is selected as the display by pressing

Fn+F5

Fn+F7

Fn+F5

Question: Why is the image on an external monitor display distorted?

•

Confirm the monitor is connected correctly.

•

Make sure the CRT is not near any electric device s having strong magnetic fiel ds such as a TV set or radio.

•

Do not share an outlet with a TV set or radio.

•

Make sure the value of the Screen area in the Display Properties is lower than the resolution of the CRT monitor.

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Troubleshooting

Trouble with the Hard Disk

Question: Why can't I read or write data to/from the hard disk?

•

Confirm the drive and file names are correct.

•

Confirm the hard disk has sufficient free space.

•

The hard disk in your computer is formatted with FAT32. You cannot read or write data formatted in other operating systems, which are not FAT 32 compatible. Applications that are not compliant with FAT32 may not work properly.

Trouble with Floppy Disks

Question: Why can't I read/use a floppy disk?

•

Confirm the floppy disk drive unit is correctly inserted into the optional floppy disk drive box or internal drive bay.

•

Confirm the floppy disk is inserted correctly.

•

The floppy disk may not be formatted or could be corrupted.

•

If you cannot write to a floppy disk, the disk may be write-protected. Eject the disk and ensure that the write-protect tab covers the detection hole.

•

If you cannot write to a floppy disk, the disk may be full. Use another disk.

•

Confirm the item Floppy Disk Drive is 1.44MB, 3 ½ in the Main menu of the setup utility.

•

Check whether the supervisor has set a password prohibiting access to the floppy disk drive in the Security menu of the setup utility.

Troubleshooting

Trouble with the Keyboard or Glide Pad

Question: Why doesn't the keyboard or the glide pad function?

•

Perform a software reset b y pr essing

•

If you cannot perform a software reset, press the power switch for more than four seconds to turn off the system. Five seconds later, turn the computer on.

•

If you still cannot turn off the system with the power switch, use the reset switch on the bottom of your computer to turn off the system. Five seconds later, turn on the computer by pressing the power switch.

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Ctrl+Alt+Delete

Question: Why doesn't the glide pad function correctly?

•

Confirm the surface of the glide pad is completely dry and free from dirt and grease.

•

Confirm the item Pointing Device in the Main menu of the setup utility is set to Enabled.

•

If the item Pointing Device in the Main menu of the setup utility is set to Auto and an external PS/2 mouse is connected, remove the mouse and restart your computer.

Trouble with Peripherals

Question: Why don't expansion or peripheral devices function?

•

Confirm they are correctly connected to your computer.

•

Confirm if drivers necessary for operating ports on the devices are installed.

•

There may not be a free IRQ (Interrupt). Free up an IRQ from a built-in device.

Question: Why can't I print?

•

Make sure the printer is turned on.

•

Check whether the printer is connected correctly.

•

Check whether the print er has enough paper.

•

Check whether the printer driver is installed.

•

Make sure Parallel Port in the Advanced menu of the setup utility is set correctly.

•

From the Start menu, select Settings - Printers to confirm your printer is installed here. If not, click Add Printer to install your printer.

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