Sharp PC-AR50 User Guide

Notice for Users in the USA

FCC Statement

WARNING - FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

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

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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

A shielded I/F cable and included ferrite core for LAN cable is required to insure compliance with FCC regulation for Class B computing equipment.

*As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

Declaration of Conformity

SHARP PERSONAL COMPUTER, PC-AR Series

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:(1)this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Responsible Party: SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION

Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135

TEL: 1-800-BE-SHARP

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About the Modem

This equipment complies with Part 68 of FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.

The modem jack of this equipment complies with Sub-part F of Part 68 of FCC rules.

The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to the line, as determined by the total RENs contact the telephone company to determine the maximum REN for the calling areas.

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

The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service.

If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact Sharp Electronics Corp. for repair and (or) warranty information (Refer to the end of this section). If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved.

The equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone company. Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs. (Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information.)

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The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) To program this information, refer to the manual of the communication software.

CAUTION: DISCONNECT TELEPHONE LINES BEFORE ACCESSING THE MODEM CARD.

Warning

This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury.

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

Copyright

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

Product Information and Customer Assistance

For Product Information and Customer Assistance: Call: 1-800-BE-SHARP (237-4277)

Sharp Systems of America

5901 Bolsa Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Home Page: http://www.sharp-business.com E-mail address: [e-mail]

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Notice for Users in Australia

Service Inquiries

Please contact your dealer for service if required or contact Sharp Corporation of Australia on 1300-135-022(toll free) for referral to your nearest Sharp authorised Service Centre. Details can be found on the warranty card inserted with the documentation.

For the latest up dates and software drivers, look on the web at www.sharp.net.au.

Copyright

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.

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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 BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.

This apparatus must be protected by a 3A fuse in the mains plug or distribution board.

Copyright

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.

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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 EU-Richtlinie 1999/5/EG. Cet appareil est conforme aux exigences de la directive 1999/5/CE.

Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directiva 1999/5/CE. Quest'apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti delle direttiva 1999/5/CE. Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijn 1999/5/EG.

Este equipamento obedece às exigências da directiva 1999/5/CE.

Η συσκευη αυτη ανταττοκρινεται στιζ ατταιτησειζ των οδηγια 1999/5/EK .

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

Dette udstyr overholder kravene i direktiv 1999/5/EF.

Dette produktet oppfyller kravene i direktiv 1999/5/EC.

Tämä laite täyttää direktiivi 1999/5/EY.

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CAUTION:

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

CAUTION:

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

VORSICHT:

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

ATTENTION:

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

VARNING:

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

PRECAUCION:

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

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Safety Precautions

General

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

•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.

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•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 IS 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 telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

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

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

•Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

•Avoid using the telephone during a lightning storm. 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, May 2001.

Copyright

© 2001 SHARP Corporation

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

Trademarks

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, and the Windows Logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

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

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Recording Important Information

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

Model Number:

Serial Number:

Date of purchase:

Dealer’s Name:

Place of purchase:

Password:

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

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Manual Conventions

This manual uses a set of style conventions described below.

Notes and Cautions are italicized with icons:

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

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

Key Labels on the Keyboard, when referred to in the instructions, are shown in boldface:

Press Enter to continue.

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

Restart your computer by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete.

Sample Entries are shown in upper cases of different typeface. In the following case, press the Enter key after you type the command:

C:\>DIR A: Enter

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

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

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

Section Titles in other parts of this manual are italicized:

Refer to Adding a memory module section in Chapter 6.

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Table of Contents

Notice for Users in USA.............................................................................................	i
Notice for Users in Australia ....................................................................................	iv
Notice for Users in the UK ........................................................................................	v
Notice for Users in Europe .......................................................................................	vi
Safety Precautions.....................................................................................................	ix
About This Manual ..................................................................................................	xii
Recording Important Information ...........................................................................	xiii
Manual Conventions ...............................................................................................	xiv
Table of Contents.....................................................................................................	xv
Overview of Computer..........................................................................................	xviii
Fast Start
Installing Battery Pack............................................................................................	1-1
Connecting AC Power ............................................................................................	1-2
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-R/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

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Removing a Standard Battery Pack ........................................................................	3-7
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 an Audio Equipment and a Microphone..............................................	4-8
Connecting USB Devices .......................................................................................	4-9
Connecting a Printer...............................................................................................	4-9
Connecting a Serial Device ..................................................................................	4-10
Connecting a PS/2 Keyboard or Pointing Device.................................................	4-11
Connecting an IEEE 1394 Device ........................................................................	4-12
Communication Functions
Built-in Modem ......................................................................................................	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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Overview of Computer

In the following diagram, the labels in italics refer to the chapter and page number in this manual where you can find more information. The actual appearance of your computer may be slightly different depending on the model.

Front View

System status indicators

See 2-10

Power button

Keyboard

See 2-4

Glide pad

See 2-8

Audio Output

Jack

See 4-8

Microphone

Jack

See 4-8

Power & battery indicators

See 2-2

LCD screen

Microphone

See 2-13

Quick Start Buttons

See 2-7

Stereo Speakers
See 2-13		Floppy disk drive in the optional
		floppy disk drive box (CE-FC02)
		See 2-15, 2-21

Front View Markings

Power and

System Status Indicators Battery

indicators

CD or

Floppy

Num

Caps

Scroll

Power

Battery

Hard disk

disk

lock

lock

lock

indicator

indicator

activity

activity

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Right Side View

Drive activity indicator

See 2-19

			Eject tray button
			See 2-19
	Unit bay with
		Manual tray eject
	CD-R/RW drive installed
		button (recessed)
	See 2-17
		See 2-19

Left Side View

Ventilation openings	USB port	PC card slots
	See 4-9	See 4-3

Security slot

See 7-4

	Modem jack
					PC card
	See 5-1
			IEEE 1394
					eject buttons
			Port		See 4-5
			See 4-12

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Rear View

Parallel/FDD port

LAN jack

External monitor port

See 2-21,4-10

See 5-4

See 4-6

RS-232C Serial port		USB port		AC adapter jack
See 4-10		See 4-9		See 1-2

PS/2 port

See 4-11

Bottom View

Port replicator docking connector

See 6-4

(Port replicator may not be available in some countries)

Unit bay lock latch

See 2-17

CD-R/RW drive
installed in unit bay
See 2-15				Battery Pack
				See 3-1

Memory module compartment

See 6-1

Reset switch (recessed)

See 2-3

Battery lock button

See 3-7

Battery release lever

See 3-7

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CHAPTER 1

Fast Start	1

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 Manual before starting the system.

Installing Battery Pack

Before using your computer, you need to install a standard battery pack into your computer. 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 pack 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 pack locks in place.

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

Lower battery pack into		Battery release lever
battery compartment		Battery lock button

Battery pack

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

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	Connecting AC Power
	Run your computer using AC power, rather than battery power, for
	the first time. This ensures that you will not lose power while you
	complete the Windows setup operation.
1	• Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer, or
	supplied by your computer vendor. You can damage your

computer if you try to use an AC adapter not approved for use with this system.

•When removing the AC power cord from a wall outlet, 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.

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

Display Cover Latch

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

AC adapter jack

AC adapter

To power outlet

3.Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.

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

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

Power Button

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Power and battery indicators

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

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
1	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 steps:

•Getting started

This section configures your keyboard, language and location.

•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 complete 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 often asked to open a XXX Properties dialog box, such as the Modems Properties dialog box, or the Display Properties dialog box. These dialog 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 the Start menu in the taskbar at the foot of the Windows display, select Settings - Control Panel. When you open Control Panel for the first time, only commonly used 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 view all Control Panel options. You can open a property dialog box by double-clicking an icon. Some of the Properties dialog boxes that are used to configure components in your computer include:

•

•

Display

Modems

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•

•

•

•

Mouse

PC Card

Power Options

System

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Turning Off Your Computer

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

• With a power button

Confirm that Power Off is selected in When I press the power button on my computer in Advanced tab of Power Option Properties dialog box.

• With Fn + F12 keys

To use these keys, follow the steps below:

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

2. Select Power Off in the drop down menu for “When I press the sleep button on my computer”; then, click Apply and OK.

• From the Start menu

1.From the Start menu, select Shut Down.

2.In the Shut Down Windows dialog box, select Shut down from the pull-down menu, and click OK.

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

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-R/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.

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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 standard battery pack is fully charged. The orange battery indicator turns 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	2
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 standard or an optional secondary Lithium-Ion battery pack.

Whenever you use the AC adapter to power the computer, the battery automatically begins recharging. Recharging continues whether the computer is turned on or off.

Refer to Chapter 3 Battery and Power Management for a full description of battery charging and related information.

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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
2						Turned on		Computer is turned on.
						Turned off		Computer is turned off or in System Hibernate.
						Slow blinking		Computer is in System Stand by.
					Tri-color (green/red/orange) Battery Indicator
					Icon	Computer State		Lamp State		Status
						Connected to AC		Turned on green		Battery is fully charged.
						power		Turned on orange		Battery is charging.
								Flashing orange		Abnormal condition – for
										example the battery may
										be installed incorrectly.
						Powered by		Turned on red		Battery low warning. The
						battery				warning beep sounds.
								Flashing red		Critical battery warning.
										The warning beep
										sounds.
								Turned off		Battery has power.

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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 OK, Yes, etc., to restart Windows Me.

You can also restart Windows Me from the Start menu. Select Shut Down, then

Restart.

Warm Boot (Software Reset)

If the system is locked up because of a software problem, you can reset or reboot the 2 system by pressing the Ctrl+Alt+Del keys simultaneously. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Del

keys again to restart the computer.

Resetting may cause data loss. Use the software reset only 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 Button

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

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)

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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

2

Fn Key

Keypad

Windows

Area

Windows

Key

Key

Function Keys

On their own, the operation of the function keys is usually determined by the software application 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 function key keycaps indicate 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 Num Lk key. Repeat the keystroke to turn off the embedded keypad.

The embedded numeric keypad will be disabled if an external PS/2keyboard is

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