Targa TN700 User Manual

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MULTIMEDIA NOTEBOOK COMPUTER

USERS MANUAL

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Preface

NOTICE

The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Information contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the manufacturer or any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this publication nor are they in anyway responsible for any loss or damage resulting from the use (or misuse) of this publication.

This publication and any accompanying software may not, in whole or in part, be reproduced, translated, transmitted or reduced to any machine readable form without prior consent from the vendor, manufacturer or creators of this publication, except for copies kept by the user for backup purposes.

Brand and product names mentioned in this publication may or may not be copyrights and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. They are mentioned for identification purposes only and are not intended as an

endorsement of that product or its manufacturer.

Third Edition ©August, 1998

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

Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. IBM and OS/2 are registered trademarks of IBM Corporation. MS-DOS, Windows, Windows 95 and Windows NT are registered trademarks

of Microsoft Corporation. SystemSoft and CardWizard are registered trademarks of SystemSoft Corporation. Other brand and product names are trademarks and/or registered trade-

marks of their respective companies.

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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) STATEMENT

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 separation 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.

Warning

Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment.

You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance with the above standards could void your authority to operate the equipment.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The notebook computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To ensure that does not happen, follow these suggestions:

1. Don't drop it. Make sure its on a stable surface. If the computer falls, the case and other components could be damaged.

2. Don't overheat it. Keep the computer and power supply away from any kind of heating element. Keep the computer out of direct sunlight.

3. Avoid interference. Keep the computer away from high capacity transformers, electric motors, and other strong magnetic fields. These can hinder proper performance and damage your data.

4. Keep it dry. This is an electrical appliance. If water or any other liquid gets into it, the computer could be badly damaged.

5. Be careful with power. The computer has specific power requirements.  Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer.

 Your AC adapter may be designed for international travel but it still requires a steady, uninterrupted power supply. If you are unsure of your local power specifications, consult your dealer or local power company.  The power adapter may have either a 2-prong or 3-prong grounded plug. This is an important safety feature; do not defeat its purpose. If you do not have access to a compatible outlet, have a qualified electrician install one.  When you want to unplug the power cord, be sure to disconnect it by the plug head, not by its wire.

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 Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total current load of all the connected devices.  Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies (i.e. AC adapter or car adapter).

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the computer. Recharge the batteries using the notebook's system. Incorrect recharging may make the battery explode. Do not try to repair a battery pack. Refer any battery pack repair or replacement to your dealer or qualified service personnel. Keep children away from, and promptly dispose of a damaged battery. Always dispose of batteries carefully. Batteries may explode or leak if exposed to fire, or improperly handled or discarded.

UL Mainboard Battery Note

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly

replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used battery according to the manufacturers instructions.

Attention

The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.

Your battery pack is labeled with the type and manufacturer.

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CLEANING

Do not apply cleaner directly to the computer, use a soft clean cloth. Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive cleaners on any part of the computer.

SERVICING

Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Doing so may violate your warranty and expose you and the computer to electric shock. Refer all servicing to authorized service personnel. Unplug the computer from the power supply. Then refer servicing to qualified service personnel under any of the following conditions:  When the power cord or AC/DC adapter is damaged or frayed.  If the computer has been exposed to rain or other liquids.  If the computer does not work normally when you follow the operating instructions.  If the computer has been dropped or damaged.

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL

This manual is organized so you can easily locate the information you need. The following information is included:

Chapter 1: Introduction Covers general information about this

manual, your system, the location of principal hardware features and controls, and a quick start guide.

Chapter 2: System Has information about the keyboard,

TouchPad, CD-ROM/DVD, video & audio systems, and PC Card.

Chapter 3: Modules Looks at the removable devices in the

HDD, Drive and Power bays.

Chapter 4: Firmware Is about the notebooks built-in software,

the POST and Setup utilities.

Chapter 5: Power Examines the power system, both hard-

ware and software, including power management options.

Chapter 6: Enhancements Is about improving the system with addi-

tional RAM and utilities. It also covers operating system variations not covered in earlier chapters.

Appendix A & B Provide information on system specifica-

tions and troubleshooting tips.

Glossary & Index Has definitions for terminology that may

be new to you and a quick way to locate specific items.

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CONVENTIONS

This manual uses the following typesetting conventions:

Example

commonly used terms (capitals): FDD, HDD, AC, DC

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conventions

features on the notebook (icons):

keyboard keys (bold, as printed): Y, N, Enter

programs, operating systems (italics): Setup, Windows 95

files (all capitals): AUTOEXEC.BAT

program groups (bold): Control Panel

sequences (arrows): My Computer >

Control Panel

icons/user interface switches (bold): Continue, Yes

menu items (initial capitals): Boot High Speed

variables (quotes): Enabled

text the user must enter (bold): a:>\setup

keys to press while in DOS (brackets, bold): [Enter]

command switches (bold): format /s

space:

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Notice ........................................................................................ii

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement ............ iii

Warning ................................................................................. iii

Important Safety Instructions...................................................... iv

Battery Precautions ...................................................................... v

Cleaning .....................................................................................vi

Servicing .....................................................................................vi

About This Manual................................................................... vii

Conventions ............................................................................. viii

Chapter 1: Introduction

Packing Contents................................................................... 1-3

Quick Start ............................................................................ 1-3

System Map ........................................................................... 1-4

Front View: Work Panel, LCD & CD-ROM Bay ........................1-4

Left View: Reset, IrDA, USB, Audio & PC Card ........................1-5

Right View: HDD, Drive Bay, Power Bays

& FaxModem (option) ...............................................................1-6

Rear View: Ports .......................................................................1-7

Bottom View: Compartments ..................................................1-10

Hot Key Controls ................................................................. 1-11

LED Indicators ..................................................................... 1-12

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Chapter 2: System

Keyboards ............................................................................. 2-2

External Keyboards ................................................................... 2-3

TouchPad .............................................................................. 2-4

TouchPad & Serial Device ........................................................ 2-4

TouchPad & PS/2 Device ..........................................................2-5

CD-ROM ............................................................................... 2-6

Inserting & Removing a CD-ROM .............................................2-6

Multimedia Applications ..........................................................2-7

MPEG ...................................................................................2-7

Audio CDs ............................................................................ 2-7

Video ..................................................................................... 2-8

Setup .........................................................................................2-9

LCD ..........................................................................................2-9

Attaching a Monitor ................................................................2-10

TV ........................................................................................... 2-11

Switching ........................................................................... 2-12

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

Additional Audio .....................................................................2-14

PC Cards.............................................................................. 2-15

Operating Systems ..................................................................2-16

Inserting a PC Card .................................................................2-17

Removing a PC Card............................................................... 2-18

USB Devices....................................................................... 2-18

Fax/Modem (optional module) ............................................. 2-19

Usage...................................................................................... 2-20

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Chapter 3: Modules

Indicators............................................................................... 3-2

Swapping Modules ................................................................ 3-3

Whats Swappable? ...................................................................3-3

HDD ..................................................................................... 3-4

Removing the HDD Module .....................................................3-4

Installing the HDD Cartridge ................................................3-4

Replacing/Upgrading the Cartridge........................................... 3-5

Setting Up a New HDD for the First Time ................................3-6

Drive Bay Modules ............................................................... 3-7

Removing a Module ................................................................. 3-7

Securing a Module ....................................................................3-7

FDD (Floppy) Module ...............................................................3-8

Startup Considerations .......................................................... 3-8

Drive Bay Installation ...........................................................3-8

Parallel Connection .............................................................. 3-8

Inserting/Removing Floppy Disks ....................................... 3-10

FDD Care ........................................................................... 3-10

The Zip Module (option) ......................................................... 3-11

Startup Considerations ........................................................ 3-11

Operation ...........................................................................3-13

Chapter 4: Firmware

The Power-On Self Test (POST) ............................................. 4-2

Failing the POST .......................................................................4-3

The Setup Program ................................................................ 4-4

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Entering Setup ...........................................................................4-4

More on Setup ..........................................................................4-5

Date and Time (Startup Menu) .............................................4-6

Boot Display (Startup Menu)................................................. 4-6

TV Setup (Startup Menu)....................................................... 4-6

Admin Password (Startup Menu) ...........................................4-7

User Password (Startup Menu) ..............................................4-7

Diskette Drive (Disks Menu) ................................................4-8

Com Ports (Components Menu) ............................................ 4-9

Parallel Port (Components Menu) .........................................4-9

PS/2 Mouse Port (Components Menu) ...................................4-9

Power Saving ...................................................................... 4-10

Enable Power Saving (Power Menu) ................................... 4-10

Customize (Power Menu) ................................................... 4-11

Suspend Controls (Power Menu) ......................................... 4-11

Resume Timer (Power Menu) .............................................. 4-11

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Chapter 5: Power

Icons ...................................................................................... 5-2

Power Hardware ................................................................... 5-3

AC Power ..................................................................................5-3

Battery Power............................................................................ 5-4

First-Time Use & Storage ...................................................... 5-4

Battery Power .......................................................................5-6

Installing & Removing a Battery Pack ..................................5-6

Power Management .............................................................. 5-9

Hardware (Battery Status & Warnings) ...................................... 5-9

Low Battery & Suspend .........................................................5-9

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Firmware (Setup Controls) .......................................................5-10

Suspend to Disk ..................................................................5-10

Suspend to RAM .................................................................5-12

Software (Utilities) .................................................................. 5-13

APM ................................................................................... 5-13

SystemSoft PowerProfiler .................................................... 5-14

Chapter 6: Enhancements

Memory ................................................................................. 6-2

CardWizard........................................................................... 6-4

CardWizard & Operating Systems ............................................ 6-4

CardWizard & Windows NT 4.0 ...........................................6-5

Using Card Wizard ...................................................................6-5

Power Management.............................................................. 6-6

Using Removable Storage Cards ............................................... 6-6

CardWizard Utilities............................................................. 6-6

Supported PC Cards & ZV Socket .........................................6-8

IrDA Drivers .......................................................................... 6-9

Audio Applets ...................................................................... 6-10

TouchPad ............................................................................ 6-11

Gestures ..................................................................................6-11

Customizing Gestures .........................................................6-12

Appendix A: Specifications Appendix B: Troubleshooting Glossary Index

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Advanced User Guides

Battery Tip ................................................................................................................... 1-3

Suspend Tip ................................................................................................................. 1-3

PS/2 Note ..................................................................................................................... 1-8

Printer Note ................................................................................................................. 1-8

Screen Controls ......................................................................................................... 1-11

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Special Characters (Keyboard) ................................................................................... 2-2

Configuring the TouchPad .......................................................................................... 2-4

TouchPad & Serial Device ......................................................................................... 2-5

Windows 95 .......................................................................................................... 2-5

Windows NT 4.0 ................................................................................................... 2-5

CD-ROM Drivers ........................................................................................................ 2-6

Windows 95 ........................................................................................................... 2-6

Windows NT 4.0 .................................................................................................... 2-6

Windows 3.51 ........................................................................................................ 2-6

OS/2 Warp ............................................................................................................. 2-6

DOS & Windows 3.1x ........................................................................................... 2-6

More on Video Displays ............................................................................................. 2-8

Video Setup ................................................................................................................. 2-8

Windows 95 ........................................................................................................... 2-8

Windows NT 4.0 .................................................................................................... 2-9

Display Properties Control ................................................................................... 2-10

Alternative TV Output ............................................................................................... 2-11

Configuration ....................................................................................................... 2-11

Connection ........................................................................................................... 2-11

Audio Setup ...............................................................................................................2-13

Windows 95 ........................................................................................................ 2-13

Windows NT 4.0 .................................................................................................. 2-14

PC Card Setup for Windows 95 ................................................................................. 2-16

USB and Related Chipset Setup for Windows 95 ..................................................... 2-18

Stage 1 USB setup ............................................................................................... 2-18

Stage 2 Chipset setup ........................................................................................... 2-18

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Drivers & Other Considerations.................................................................................. 3-1

Replacing a HDD ....................................................................................................... 3-5

Formatting the HDD ................................................................................................... 3-6

528MB or Larger HDDs & LBA Mode.................................................................. 3-6

Zip Driver & Tools Installation .................................................................................. 3-12

Windows 95 ......................................................................................................... 3-12

Windows NT 4.0 .................................................................................................. 3-13

A Word about HDDs ................................................................................................... 4-8

Suspend to Disk Setup............................................................................................... 5-10

Space ................................................................................................................... 5-10

Setting up the Partition ........................................................................................ 5-10

Additional Power Management ................................................................................ 5-13

Installing SystemSoft PowerProfiler .......................................................................... 5-14

Installing DIMMs ......................................................................................................... 6-3

Installing CardWizard ................................................................................................. 6-4

Windows 95 ........................................................................................................... 6-4

Windows NT 4.0 .................................................................................................... 6-5

Formatting in Windows NT 4.0 ................................................................................... 6-6

Installing the IrDA Drivers .......................................................................................... 6-9

AudioRack32 Setup................................................................................................... 6-10

Windows 95/Windows NT 4.0 ............................................................................ 6-10

TouchPad Driver Installation .................................................................................... 6-11

MouseWare Driver for Windows 95 & NT 4.0 ................................................... 6-11

List of Figures

Fig. 1  1 Sample Pages ...................................................................1-2

Fig. 1  2 Work Panel View ............................................................. 1-4

Fig. 1  3 Left Panel .........................................................................1-5

Fig. 1  4 Right Panel .......................................................................1-6

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Fig. 1  5 Rear Panel (cover closed)................................................. 1-7

Fig. 1  6 Rear Panel (cover open) ................................................... 1-7

Fig. 1  7 Bottom Panel.................................................................. 1-10

Fig. 2  1 Type Keys......................................................................... 2-2

Fig. 2  2 Function Keys................................................................... 2-2

Fig. 2  3 PS/2 Keyboard Port ...........................................................2-3

Fig. 2  4 The TouchPad................................................................... 2-4

Fig. 2  5 The CD-ROM ...................................................................2-6

Fig. 2  6 The LCD Controls ...........................................................2-15

Fig. 2  7 Display Properties Control.............................................. 2-10

Fig. 2  8 Display Panel TV Settings .............................................. 2-11

Fig. 2  9 Audio Subsystem Ports ................................................... 2-13

Fig. 2 10 PC Card Sockets .............................................................2-15

Fig. 2 11 Fax/Modem Port .............................................................2-19

Fig. 3  1 Drive Modules .................................................................3-2

Fig. 3  2 Drive Indicator LEDs ........................................................ 3-2

Fig. 3  3 Removing the HDD ..........................................................3-4

Fig. 3  4 Assembling the HDD Cartridge ........................................ 3-5

Fig. 3  5 Module Removal.............................................................. 3-7

Fig. 3  6 FDD Status Indicator ........................................................ 3-9

Fig. 3  7 Drive Bay with FDD ........................................................3-9

Fig. 3  8 FDD/Parallel Connection .................................................3-9

Fig. 3  9 Drive Bay with Zip (swappable with LS-120) ................. 3-11

Fig. 4  1 Sample Startup Screen: The POST ................................... 4-2

Fig. 4  2 Setup Main Menu.............................................................4-5

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Fig. 5  1 Connecting AC Adapter ...................................................5-3

Fig. 5  2 Pull the Battery Out by the Tab ........................................5-6

Fig. 5  3 2ND Battery Pack ............................................................... 5-7

Fig. 5  4 PowerProfiler .................................................................. 5-15

Fig. 6  1 Inserting the DIMM .......................................................... 6-3

Fig. 6  2 Mouse Properties ............................................................ 6-12

List of Tables

Table 1  1 Hot Key Controls............................................ 1-11

Table 1  2 LED Indicators .......................................... 1-12,13

Table 2  1 Video Output Key Combination Sequence ... 2-12

Table 5  1 LED Power Indicators .......................................5-2

Table 6  1 Default TouchPad Gestures............................ 6-11

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NOTES:

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Advanced users should check the sidebars which look like this. Youll find setup information about drivers, tips and more detailed information about the notebooks various features. Beginners are welcome too. As you get used to your computer, you may be surprised at how much of this stuff you can understand.

1 Introduction

This manual explains the hardware and essential software you need to operate your notebook computer. Information about non-essential or enhancement software is also included, but in a separate section. Depending on how your system is configured, some or all of the features described may already be set up.

If youre an advanced user, you may want to skip over most of this manual. However, you should still look at the Quick Start guide page 3 of this chapter. Also look at Chapter 5: Power. Information that might be of partic ular interest to you is indicated by the ¯ symbol and is found in the gray areas of each chapter.

If you are new to the wonders of notebook computers, or just feel like a beginner, you should still look over all of the documentation. Dont worry if you don't understand everything the first time around. Just keep this manual near your computer, and learn as you go.

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Introduction

No matter what your level, please pay careful attention to warning and safety information indicated by the M symbol. Also, pay careful attention to the safety information in the Preface.

SAMPLE PAGES

FIG. 1  1

1. chapter topic

2. general/beginner text

3. chapter tab

4. page #

5. quick key

6. advanced user text

7. chapter icon

8. warning text

9. graphic key

Operating systems (i.e. Windows 95, Windows NT 4.0 , OS/2 Warp, UNIX, etc.) have their own manuals as do application software (e.g.

word processing and database programs). If you have questions about those programs, you should consult those manuals.

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PACKING CONTENTS

Keep the packing materials in a safe place in case you need them for shipping or long-term storage.

QUICK START

If you're already familiar with notebook computers, the steps listed below tell you how to start up the notebook for the first time. They assume that you know where all of the parts of the computer are. You should review these steps, before you take any action. If you arent sure about one of the procedures, check the relevant chapter before continuing.

Tip

When you get your system, the battery(ies) may not be fully charged. Follow the procedure in Chapter 5: Power, First Time Use and Storage (page 5-4), to charge the battery.

1. Follow the safety instructions on page iv, especially the instructions on

placement.

2. Remove all packing materials, floppy disks and any PC Cards.

3. Secure the main battery pack in its compartment. (Ch. 5)

4. Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the notebook (i.e.

mouse or keyboard) to their ports. (Ch. 1)

5. Attach the AC adapter to the port on the rear of the computer. (Ch.5)

6. Plug the AC power cord into an outlet.

7. Connect the AC power cord to the AC adapter.

8. Raise the lid/LCD to a 90o angle.

9. Push in the button (power switch) to turn on.

Tip

If you plan to use the Suspend to Disk option in the future,

setup the partition before you partition and format your hard disk. Refer to Chapter 5: Power for details.

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Introduction

WORK PANEL VIEW

FIG. 1  2

1. microphone

2. speakers

3. close-cover switch

4. power button

5. power-on light

6. status LEDs

7. keyboard

8. TouchPad & buttons

9. CD-ROM

SYSTEM MAP

The following graphics are a general map of the notebook computer. Explanations of the various subsystems are covered in the chapters indicated.

FRONT VIEW: WORK PANEL, LCD & CD-ROM BAY

Latch To open the notebook cover, slide this latch to the right. TouchPad Chapter 2: System covers basic functions.

LCD Video functions

are covered in

Chapter 2: System.

CD-ROM Chapter 2: Sys-

tem covers basic audio functions.

Chapter 6: Enhancements, has

additional audio utilities.

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LEFT VIEW: RESET, IRDA, USB, AUDIO & PC CARD

(Reset) This is like the reset button on a desktop computer. To use it,

press in using a probe (e.g. a straightened paper-clip).

IrDA This port uses (serial) COM2 resources. The infrared connection

supports the SIR, FIR and ASK standards. Its most common use is for a printer, modem or LAN.

Note: Newer versions of Windows 95 have an IrDA driver built-

in. For older versions, support is available from Microsoft Corp. For other operating systems and IrDA standards, consult your system vendor. Also consult the users guides for the device this port is going to work with. (USB) Refer to Chapter 2: System on how to activate this port.

(Audio) Setup for this subsystem is covered in Chapter 2: System.

(PC Card) Your computer uses newer technologies than the drivers included in Windows 95. Use the setup procedure detailed in Chapter 2: System. Supplemental PC Card drivers are detailed in Chapter 6: Enhancements, PC Cards.

Warning

Pressing the Reset button will cause the computer to reboot. Any data not saved will be lost.

Warning

Do not block the fan. Overheating may cause the system to become unstable.

LEFT PANEL

FIG. 1  3

1. reset

2. serial 2 IrDA port

3. system cooling fan

4. USB port

5. phones - using this port disables the speakers.

6. mic-in

7. audio line-in

8. PC Card compartment including PC Card ZV port

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Warning

Dont try to remove the hard disk (HDD) while the system is on. This could result in data loss or damage. Dont try to remove a module in the drive bay (i.e. FDD or Zip) while the system is accessing it. This may cause the system to crash.

RIGHT VIEW: HDD, DRIVE BAY, POWER BAYS & FAXMODEM (OPTION)

HDD Bay Refer to Chapter 3: Modules for more on how to setup

or replace a HDD.

Drive Bay Chapter 3: Modules, covers the options available for

this bay.

Power Bay Refer to Chapter 5: Power for all aspects of the power

system. (Fax-Modem+) Factory installed option. If your system doesnt have a fax-modem installed, this slot will have a cover. Do not remove it. Ask your dealer about installing a fax-modem module.

not immediately available

RIGHT PANEL

1. HDD Bay

2. Drive Bay (with FDD)

3. FDD eject button

4. Power Bay

5. fax-modem (option)

6. Kensington lock port

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FIG. 1  4

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REAR VIEW:PORTS

The principal peripherals plug in on this panel. To be safe, turn off both the system and peripherals before connecting them. Turn the peripherals on first, before you turn on the system.

Warning

The default setting in Setup makes all ports hot. Depending on the peripheral, this could cause a problem when you attach it. Check your peripherals manual before you make a connec-

tion.

REAR PANEL (COVER CLOSED)

FIG. 1  5

1. Docking station guides

2. adapter port

3. PS/2 port

4. TV-out

5. expansion port & door (open)

REAR PANEL (COVER OPEN)

FIG. 1  6

6. external monitor port

7. LPT1 parallel port

8. COM1 serial port

rear view

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PS/2 Note

You can only use one type of PS/2 device per system session. If you want to use a different device (mouse or keyboard), you must shut down and restart the system. However, you can detach and reconnect the same device during a system session.

Printer Note

Your operating system may include drivers for many printer models. Consult your printer dealer for the most recent driver for your model, as this can greatly affect the performance of the printer.

Kensington Lock This is a standard security port.

[PS/2 Port] Use this with any standard PS/2 external keyboard or mouse. For details, refer to Chapter 2:

System, TouchPad. [TV-out Jack] This is explained in Chapter 2: System.

[External Monitor] Use this port with any standard color VGA monitor. For details, refer to Chapter 2:

System.

[Expansion Port] With the main hinged door closed, connect to this port through the sliding door. The optional docking stations manual has more information.

[Parallel Port] This port supports several standards: Standard AT (Centronics)

Bidirectional Enhanced (EPP) -versions 1.7 & 1.9 Extended Capabilities (ECP) Most printers use the Standard mode. The Setups Help bar (refer to Chapter 4: Firmware) explains how to adjust this setting. Your peripherals manual explains how to configure the device. This port also serves as the external FDD connection. Refer to Chapter 3: Modules for more on this feature.

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[COM1 (serial)] Use this with any 9-pin serial device (e.g. a mouse, serial printer or modem). Consult the users

guides for the device this port is going to work with. For pointing devices, refer to Chapter 2: System, TouchPad.

rear view

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Warning

Follow the safety instructions for using modules.

Warning

Do not block the fan. Overheating may cause the system to become unstable.

BOTTOM VIEW: COMPARTMENTS

The Drive bay is covered in Chapter 3: Modules.

There is nothing user-serviceable in the CPU compartment. Do not open this compartment. Doing so may violate your warranty.

1. Drive bay expansion

2. CPU compartment fan

3. PPGA CPU view*

4. MMO CPU view*

* These views are provided to satisfy curiosity. Do not attempt to access the CPU compartment.

Doing so may violate your warranty.

BOTTOM PANEL

FIG. 1  7

module release latch

1  10

3 4

bottom view

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HOT KEY Controls

Some of the features are managed by Fn+key combinations:

Keys Control Comment Fn + F3 contrast down reduces LCD image contrast (DSTN display only) Fn + F4 contrast up increases LCD image contrast (DSTN display only) Fn + F5 brightness down reduces LCD brightness Fn + F6 brightness up increases LCD brightness Fn + F9 CRT/LCD/TV toggles between display devices: monitor, LCD, TV

and combinations. (Refer to video setup information)

Fn + F10 suspend switch activates Suspend to Disk (if that feature is enabled)

toggles between suspend function on & off (Suspend To RAM only)

Ctrl + Alt + S enter Setup If pressed immediately after boot-up, this starts the Setup

utility

(any key) resume This ends power-saving mode including Suspend To RAM

(but not Suspend To Disk)

Table 1  1

Hot Key Controls

Screen Controls

Active matrix TFT screens have excellent contrast ratios, so the contrast control is not needed.

Whenever you use a key combination, start pressing them in the order they are listed. Dont release any of the keys in a sequence until youve pressed the last one.

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Introduction

Table 1  2

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Your notebook lets you know what its doing with the following LED indicators.

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LED Indicators

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Introduction

NOTES:

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notes

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2 System

This chapter is about the first parts of the system youre likely to work with:

input output communications

keyboard video & audio PC Card

TouchPad USB

CD-ROM/DVD



Fax/Modem

Advanced users will also find essential driver setup information for the audio and video subsystems. More specialized driver information for the PC Card subsystem and chipset are in Chapter 6: Enhancements.

The driver setup information described in this chapter assumes the software is located on a CD-ROM identified as drive D:. If the driver is available from another location, please substitute that source in the configuration.

Networking Note: Make sure youve down-loaded the driver from the network source to your

hard drive before you begin any installation. In some cases, the operating system must reboot as part of the installation process and must have the driver immediately available.



not immediately available

2  1

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TYPE KEYS

FIG. 2  1

The embedded numeric keypad (outlined) is activated by pressing NumLock  its LED will light).

FUNCTION KEYS

FIG. 2  2

KEYBOARDS

Your computers keyboard has all the functions of a full-sized AT-compatible keyboard plus a few extras:

Type These keys are like those on a

typewriter.

Function Many applications and your op-

erating system use these keys to access special features, so you should consult those manuals.

Hot Keys These keys (and combinations)

control some of the hardware. Refer to page 1-11.

Special Characters

Some software applications allow the number-keys to be used in conjunction with Alt to produce special characters. These special characters can only be produced by using number keys on the embedded numeric keypad. Regular number keys wont work.

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EXTERNAL KEYBOARDS

You can attach an external keyboard to the (PS/2) port. If you dont have a 6-pin keyboard connector, use a 5-to-6 pin adapter cable. The system automatically detects and enables the external keyboard as well as the notebooks. However, for those functions requiring the Fn key, you will still need to use the notebooks keyboard.

This port can only accept one type of device configuration per system session. For example, if you connect a PS/2 mouse to this port, you cannot connect a keyboard to the port during the same system session. Doing so will cause a system conflict. If you already have a mouse attached, and want to use a keyboard instead, you must shut down and restart the system. However, you can detach and reconnect the same device during a system session.

PS/2 KEYBOARD PORT

FIG. 2  3

2  3keyboard

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THE TOUCHPAD

FIG. 2  4

1. sensor pad

2. left mouse button

3. right mouse button

Note for left-handers: Most

operating systems allow you to reverse the mouse-button settings.

TOUCHPAD

The system automatically enables the builtin TouchPad. If youre using any version of Windows or OS/2, you dont have to install a driver for it.

If you want to use the TouchPads advanced features, refer to the dirver information in Chapter 6: Enhancements.

TOUCHPAD & SERIAL DEVICE

If you want to use a serial device as well as the TouchPad, you must make sure the devices driver can see it on COM1. In some operating systems, you

Configuring the TouchPad

The TouchPad uses the PS/2 port which is factory enabled. It can use the Microsoft, or IBM PS/2 mouse driver available with most operating systems. Optimized TouchPad software for various operating systems is in the Drivers/Utili- ties CD-ROM which came with the system and is covered in the Chapter 6: Enhancements.

2  4

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TouchPad & Serial Device

Windows 9x/Windows NT 4.0

1. Attach the serial device when the system is off.

2. Turn on the system and allow the operating system to detect and configure the device on the serial port (COM1). Insert the manufacturers driver disk(s) if required.

3. Both devices are enabled.

Note: If you want to take advantages of using a

Microsoft Intelli Mouse, you must first select

Intelli Mouse from the PS/2 Mouse Type of the Components menu in the BIOS Setup (see Chap-

ter 4: Firmware).

To switch back to the TouchPad exclusively:

1. Exit the operating system (i.e. Windows 9x family or Windows NT 4.0).

2. Detach the serial device.

3. Start the operating system. It will automatically enable the available pointing device, in this case the TouchPad.

For information on how to change mouse settings for other operating systems, consult the manuals for those operating systems.

can only use one pointing device driver at a time, either serial or PS/2. To use a serial device, first enable it by attaching it to the system is OFF) and then start up and configure it with a suitable driver.

port (while the

TOUCHPAD & PS/2 DEVICE

If you havent installed any specialized mouse drivers, you can also use a

mouse connected to the Just make the connection, and the sys-

tem automatically detects an attached mouse, enabling it as well as the TouchPad using the same drivers.

Session Note:The PS/2 port only accepts

one type of device per system session. If you want to switch to an external keyboard on this port, you must shut down and restart the system. However, you can detach and reconnect the same device during a system session.

(PS/2) port.

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FIG. 2  5

INSERTING & REMOVING ACD-ROM

To insert a CD-ROM, follow these steps:

1. With the notebook turned on, press the button on the front of the module to release the spring-loaded tray.

2. Gently pull the tray out to its fullest extension.

3. Insert your CD-ROM shiny-side down (like an audio CD).

4. Gently push the tray in until it clicks in place. The CD-ROM is ready to play.

To remove the CD-ROM, press the same button to release the tray.

If the notebook is turned off, you can open the tray by inserting a probe (e.g. a straightened paperclip) into the small hole next to the button.

THE CD-ROM

CD-ROM Drivers

WINDOWS 9X WINDOWS NT 4.0 WINDOWS NT 3.51 OS/2 WARP

These operating systems automatically detect and configure an installed CD-ROM module.

DOS & WINDOWS 3.1X

If youre using one of these operating systems, you must manually install the CD-ROM driver:

1. Open the 24X directory on the floppy disk, and type:

INSTALL.EXE

2. As each page appears, press Y or Enter to confirm the settings.

If you dont want to install the driver in the default directory (C:\CDROM), when the Specify the directory... dialog box appears, use Backspace to delete the current name, then type in your preference. Remember to start the directory name with C:\.

When you get to the Specify the parameter... page, make sure the ( )/D [CDROM001] switch has an asterisk(*). Then press Enter.

3. When the installation is complete, remove the floppy disk and reboot your computer.

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MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS

MPEG

If you want to use the CD-ROM to watch movies or other MPEG features, there are two options:

1. Software- There are various software products which make use of the raw power of your systems CPU to decode MPEG1 material.

2. ZV-PORT- The lower PC Card socket supports a ZV card. This card works with the CD-ROM and video subsystems to produce better quality images. However, to use it, you must install these drivers:

 The CD-ROM driver (covered in this chapter)  The audio and video drivers (covered in this chapter)  SystemSofts CardWizard (refer to Chapter 6:Enhancements)  VPM driver  ZV Card driver (supplied by the ZV Cards manufacturer)

AUDIO CDS

Audio CDs are played using a CD-player application included in your operating system.

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THE LCD CONTROLS

FIG. 2 - 6

1. Contrast controls (not active with TFT)

2. Brightness controls

3. Display toggle (LCD/CRT/TV)

VIDEO

There are three display options: the notebooks LCD, an external monitor (CRT) and a TV. You can select between them with the Fn+F9 toggle or the controls embedded in the video driver interface. The interface also lets you change the screen resolution and color output to whatever is most comfortable/efficient for you.

As you examine the video driver (see the side-bars for setup information), youll notice that some displays have more flexibility than others. This is a matter of hardware, video memory and the driver for your operating system. The driver interface shows the available options.

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Video Setup (cont.)

WINDOWS NT4.0

To setup the Windows NT video driver and utilities:

1. Open Control Panel > Display.

2. Click on Settings > Display Type... .

3. Click on the Change... (button) in the vga compatible display adapter field.

4. Insert the Drivers/Utilities CD-ROM.

5. Select Have Disk....

Click on Browse... and navigate to D:\drivers\nt40\video\S3virge.inf* Click on Open and then on OK (twice).

* This assumes the video driver is on a CD-ROM identified as drive D:.

6. Select S3 Incorporated Display Driver... and click on OK or Yes to start the installation.

7. After the installation finishes, Windows NT

4.0 will tell you to close the various screens and reboot. When you restart and return to the Display page, you can change the settings. When finished, you must Apply the new settings to take effect.

This driver doesnt support different image output.

SETUP

The video drivers on the accompanying Drivers/Utilities CD_ROM are optimized for specific operating systems. If the driver for your operating system isnt available, or you suspect its outdated, consult your dealer. These drivers are required if you want to use a TV display or want enhanced performance on an external monitor as well as the LCD.

The instructions in the side-bars tell you how to install the drivers. However, your operating systems documentation may have additional tips.

Note: For most operating systems, video

driver installation is different from any other drivers (e.g. sound).

LCD

AS you open the lid, adjust it so you can look at the screen straight-on, without any glare. If necessary, adjust the brightness and contrast controls.

Warning

Do not allow any foreign objects (i.e. paper or plastic) to get between the lid/LCD and the work panel. They could damage or scratch the LCD and/or accidentally activate the close-cover switch.

Note: If your model has a TFT screen, the

contrast controls arent necessary.

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Warning

Both the monitor & computer should be OFF before you connect them.

DISPLAY PROPERTIES C ONTROL

FIG. 2 - 7

The driver for your operating system may not need additional controls. If it does, use this control panel to adjust screen refresh rates and TV output.

ATTACHING A MONITOR

If you prefer to use an external monitor, connect it to the VGA port on the rear panel.

Note: The vertical refresh rate of your

monitor is very important. If its too low and/or youre using fluorescent lighting, the screen will appear to flicker. To reduce flickering on an external monitor, use faster refresh rates (we recommend a refresh rate of 72Hz or more). But first check your monitors documentation to make sure it can support the rates listed by the video driver. The default refresh rate for VGA monitors (without drivers) is 60Hz. For NTSC and PAL TVs, its fixed at 60Hz and 50Hz, respectively.

Video Setup (cont.)

The S3 driver adds an additional page to Display Properties. This has current display status infor-

mation. It allows you to select the control system, output devices and image processing: Single control devotes all video memory to a

single display system (the LCD/CRT choice will display exactly the same thing)

Dual control divides the video memory to sup-

port 2 devices. It also lets you select the type of external monitor you are using.

Use the on-line help (?) to get more information

about the various features.

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Alternative TV Output

CONFIGURATION

By default, your computer is configured for S type video output. If your configuration requires the earlier, AV output, be sure to change the TV-Output Signal to Composit.

CONNECTION

If the Y-cable cant reach the S or Composit port on your TV, you should be able to get an extentsion from your local Audio-visual dealer.

TV SETUP IN SYSTEM C ONFIGURATION

If you want to use Fn + F9 to switch to the TV display, you must enable the TV function in the BIOS:

1. Boot the system, then imme-

diately press Ctrl+ Alt + S to start the Setup utility.

2. Select Startup, then TV Setup.

3. Click on Enable TV option. Then choose the settings for your TV and connector types. Then Click OK.

4. Select Exit, choose the Save and Exit option.

To use a TV display instead of the LCD and/or monitor, connect the Y-cable TV-adapters mini-din plug to the TVout port. This cable allows you to use either an S type or Composit connection to your TV.

But, before you use this connector, make sure you have enabled the TV feature in the systems Setup (see sidebar for details) and the driver is

configured for your TVs standard: NTSC or PAL (use the video driver control panel).

Note: The default refresh

rate for NTSC and PAL TVs is fixed at 60Hz and 50Hz, respectively. And to enable TVs speakers, you must use a cable between the computers headphones port and your TVs audioin port.

Warning

Both the TV & computer should be OFF before you connect them.

Warning

The NTSC and PAL settings can only be used with the appropriate televisions.

DISPLAY PANEL TV SETTINGS

FIG. 2  8

Be sure the NTSC/PAL setting on the TV page is correct.

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SWITCHING

You can switch to the TV display using the video driver control panel or by toggling Fn + F9. The toggle sequence is:

TABLE 2  1

VIDEO OUTPUT

KEY COMBINATION SEQUENCE

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Audio Setup

WINDOWS 95

Your Windows 95 Setup utility cannot detect the latest version of the ESS AudioDrive utility. The utility included with your notebook takes advantage of technical improvements since Windows 95s release. To install,

1. Open Control Panel > System > Device Manager.

2. Click on Other devices, and remove all devices named as Unknown device.

3. Click on Sound, video and game control-

lers, and remove all devices except Gameport Joystick.

4. Click on Refresh. When the Update Device Driver Wizard appears, click on Next > Other

Locations... > Browse..., and navigate to: D:\drivers\win95\audio*.

* This assumes your CD-ROM is drive D:

Click OK (twice), then Finish to start the installation. (Follow the programs dialog boxes. When asked for Driver Disk, insert the Drivers/Utilities CD-ROM, then click on OK then on Browse... and navigate to D:\drivers\win95\audio.)

Click OK (twice) to allow the wizard to install

ESS 1879 Control Interface and ESS 1879 Plug and Play AudioDrive automatically.

5. When finished, close the System Properties panel.

6. Restart your system.

AUDIO

The audio subsystem, in combination with the CD-ROM (or DVD), gives the computer multimedia capabilities. To use it, You first have to install the correct drivers. These are included in the software package which comes with the system. The procedure is explained in the side-bars.

The ports are on the left panel:

Note: If you are using a TV display, you

must use a cable between the computers headphones port and your TVs audio-in port.

Warning

To protect your hearing, turn down the volume before you plug- in either headphones or speakers.

AUDIO SUBSYSTEM PORTS

FIG. 2  9

1. headphones /external speakers

(disables on-board speakers)

2. microphone

(disables internal microphone)

3. line-in

Volume control is provided by toggling Fn+F7 and Fn+F8 to toggle the volume down or up respectively.

audio

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ADDITIONAL AUDIO

The Drivers/Utilities CD-ROM which accompanies your system also includes supplemental audio software for Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.0. Refer to Chapter 6: Enhancements for more details.

Audio Setup (cont.)

WINDOWS 98

Your Windows 98 Setup utility will detect and install the latest version of the ESS AudioDrive utility. However its built-in audio drivers do not support the Zoomed Video Mixer (e.g. MEPGII, ZV card, etc.), and makes the recorders volume become too low. If you want to use those devices, we recommend you to install the drivers included on the accompying CD-ROM. To install,

1. Open Control Panel > System > Device Manager.

2. Click on Sound, video and game control- lers, and choose ES1879 Control Interface.

3. Click on Properties > Driver > Update Driver...(button) then Next, and choose

Display a list of....., so you can select the driver

you want. Click on Next again.

4. Insert the Drivers/Utilities CD-ROM.

5. Select Have Disk....

Click on Browse... and navigate to D:\drivers\win98\audio\0emsetup.inf* Click on OK (3 requests) then Yes.

* This assumes your CD-ROM is drive D:.

6. Click on Next to copy the drivers. After the installation finishes, click on Finish to return to the Driver panel. Click on Close.

7. Repeat steps 2 to 6. When prompted, choose ES1879 Plug and Play AudioDrive (the older version). When asked for Driver Disk, repeat step 5 again to complete the installation.

8. Restart your system.

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Audio Setup (cont.)

WINDOWS NT4.0

To install the audio driver after youre into the system, isnert the Drivers/Utilities CD-ROM. Then,

1. Open Control Panel >Multimedia >Devices (tab) and click on the Add button.

2. Choose Unlisted or Updated Driver from the list. Then click Browse... and navigate to: D:\drivers\nt40\audio*.

* This assumes your CD-ROM is drive D:.

3. Click on OK when ESS 1879 AudioDrive appears. Choose Continue or OK to confirm the resource settings. Then restart the system to activate the driver.

4. Once the system has restarted, double-click on the speaker icon in the tray on the lower right to open the sound control panel.

PC CARDS

The notebook has two PC Card expansion sockets:

socket 0 (lower), is Type III socket 1 (upper), is Type II

Both sockets are backward -compatible. For example, a Type III socket can handle a Type I, II, or III card.

Both support PCMCIA (rev. 2) and CardBus (PCI bus to PCMCIA socket).

The lower socket is Zoomed Video (ZV). The ZV Port is a direct connection between the PC Card and the notebooks video and audio subsystems. As such, it works directly with the CD-ROM module to support multimedia features.

Refer to the documentation which comes with your ZV card for more information about its capabilities and how to use its features.

PC CARD SOCKETS

FIG. 2  10

1. socket 0 (lower) eject button

2. socket 1 (upper) eject button

PC Card

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OPERATING SYSTEMS

WINDOWS 95

The PC Card components are newer than the drivers supplied by Windows 95, so before you can use this device, you must make some changes (described in the side-bar) to your system. However after you activate them, they are always hot.

The updated drivers are also PCMCIA (rev. 2) , and CardBus compliant and they recognize Plug n Play PC Cards. However some older, legacy, cards may require their own drivers. You can hot swap any PC Card (refer to Chapter 3: Modules for a discussion on swapping). If you want to use a ZV card, install the optional SystemSoft CardWorks driver (see Chapter 6: Enhancements).

The optional SystemSoft drivers which come with your computer take advantage of technical improvements since the release of Windows 95 and support legacy and ZV cards.

PC Card Setup for Windows 95

The PC Card components are newer than the drivers supplied by Windows 95, so before you can use this device, you must make some changes to your system:

1. Open Control Panel > System > Device

Manager > Other devices. Remove the PCI CardBus Bridge listings (there are 2).

2. Under PCMCIA socket, remove PCIC or Compatible PCMCIA controller.

3. Download TI-1250 driver from the Microsoft web site or talk to your dealer. Copy the files described in steps 4 & 5 to your system.

4. Copy PCMCIA.INF to Windows\Inf\ (replacing the existing file).

5. Copy CBSS.VXD, PCCARD.VXD and PCI.VXD to Windows\System\ (the last two replace existing files).

6. Return to Control Panel > System Properties > Device Manager, and click on Refresh.

When it asks about keeping an exiting file, say Yes (4 requests)

7. When return to Device Manager panel, Choose Texas Intrusments PCI-1250 CardBus Controller (there are 2) under PCMCIA socket. Click on Properties... and uncheck Disable in this hardware profile. Follow the programs dialog boxes to complete the settings.

After uncheck both controllers, reboot the system. Till then the sockets will be ready for use.

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WINDOWS 98

The operating system supports the lastest PC Card drivers. It automatcially detects and installs the required drivers for your notebooks PC Card socket. The drivers are PCMICIA (rev. 2) compliant. You can also install or remove the card while the system is turned on. If you want to use a ZV card, refer to the side-bar about Audio Setup on page 2-14 for further references.

WINDOWS NT 4.0

The operating system automatically installs the PC Card socket drivers. This driver is only PCMCIA (rev. 2) compliant. You can install or remove cards only when the system is turned off. In particular, any I/O PC Card (e.g. LAN or SCSI) must be present when you boot-up the system. CardBus and ZV support are not available.

The optional SystemSoft Driver allows hot insertion and hot removal, and provides CardBus support (see Chapter 6: Enhancements).

INSERTING A PC CARD

PC Cards require drivers specific to your operating system: one for the computers sockets (see above), and a driver for the card youre installing. The first time you install a PC Card, Windows 95, Windows 98 and NT 4.0 prompt you for that cards driver. If your operating system supports Plug n Play (e.g. Windows 95 & Windows 98), PC Cards can be inserted and removed while the system is on.

Warning

Do not add, remove or change cards while the system is in a power saving mode. This may cause a conflict with the stored system configuration information.

Warning

Some operating systems may experience difficulties if an I/O card (e.g. a fax/modem) is present in the socket when you warm boot the computer. Depending on your operating system, the COM ports (I/O) for PC Card devices are reassigned.

Some operating systems (e.g. Windows 95 & Win- dows 98) do not have this limitation.

PC Card

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When the card is in correctly, the system beeps once. If the PC Card is not detected, check if the correct drivers are loaded.

REMOVING A PC CARD

Push the appropriate eject button to remove the card. The system will beep twice when the card is ejected.

USB DEVICES

Like the PC Cards, your computers USB system uses technologies which are newer than Windows 95. These require some modifications to your system described in the side-bar.

USB and Related Chipset

Setup for Windows 95

Enabling the USB features is a two-stage process which must be followed in order:

STAGE 1 USB SETUP:

Run the Usbsupp.exe utility from Microsoft. This may be included on the CD-ROM containing Windows 95. When the system re- starts, continue to Stage 2.

STAGE 2 CHIPSET SETUP

Run the Intel 82371xb INF update Installer ver1.0 . When this is installed, the system will go through a re-detection process, which may require several restarts of the system (just follow the on-screen instructions).

2  18

Once your system is setup, you should refer to the USB devices manuals on how to operate them.

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Setting up the Fax/Modem

WINDOWS 9X

To setup the fax/modem drivers for Windows 9x family,

1. Open Control Panel > System > Device

Manager.

2. Click on Other devices, and remove LT Win

Modem.

3. Click on Refresh. When Add New Hardware

Wizard appears, insert the Drivers/Utilities CD-ROM, and click on Next . (If Windows 98, you need to choose Search for the best driver for your devive, then Next.)

4. Click on Other Locations... (if Windows 95),

Choose Specify a location (If Windows 98), and navigate to: d:\drivers\options\modem\win95&98&nt4

5. Follow the programs dialog boxes. When asked for LT Installation Disk and/or Add New Hardware Wizard reappeared, redirect to the same location as specified in step 4.

6. When the installation finishes, click Modems icon in the Control Panel to continue the setup (the modem should be assigned to COM3).

Note: For Dial-up Internet access, you must be

sure to have all the proper protocols installed (e.g. TCP/IP). Refer to your operating system manual for this and/or your Internet Service Providers documentation.

FAX/MODEM (OPTIONAL MODULE)

If your system includes the fax/modem module, both Windows 9x and Windows NT 4.0 will detect it during setup. However, our module takes advantage of newer technologies so you will have to install our updated drives to take advantage of its full speed.

FAX/MODEM PORT

FIG. 2  11

Fax/Modem

2  19

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USAGE

Once your fax/modem is setup, you still have to configure the software that will use it. For the most part, this means working with your operating systems Network settings.

Be sure to keep the original installation software handy as you do this.

Additional information about how to use the fax/modem (e.g. ATdfcom.pdf file for AT commands) is included with the accompanying Drivers/Utilities CD-ROM.

Setting up the Fax/Modem (cont.)

WINDOWS NT 4.0

1. Diable COM2 I/O Settings in the BIOS Setup

(see Chapter 4: Firmware).

2. Install Windows NT4.0 Service Pack 3 (SP3).

3. Navigate to i386 sub-folder on the SP3 CDROM. Highlight PnPISA.inf, then click right mouse button and choose Install. When prompted, close any other applications and allow to restart.

4. After system resumes, the Add New Hardware Wizard appears. Insert the Drivers/Utilities CDROM. Click on OK > Browse and navigate to:

D:\drivers\options\modem\win95&98&nt4\Ltmodem.inf

5. Follow the programs dialog boxes to copy the files. When prompted, choose LT Win Modem from Model list.

6. When Resource panel appears, click on Set Configuration Manually. Choose any unconflicting device, such as Basic configuration 0001, from the Setting Based on option (there are 10). When the installation is complete, reboot the system.

7. When the computer restarts, click Modems icon in the Control Panel to continue the setup(the modem should be assigned to COM2).

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Drivers & Other Considerations

If your dealer hasnt done so, you must set up both HDD and Zip drives before they can be used for the first time. Please refer to the sidebar tips for instructions on how to do this. The setup information in this chapter is for Win- dows 95 and Windows NT 4.0 (workstation). Setup information for other operating systems may be found on the Drivers/Utilities CD-ROM, in the relevant Readme files.

This chapter is about how to use and install these data modules:

HDD Bay Drive Bay Power Bay

HDD FDD (see Chapter 5: Power)

Zip/LS-120

If youre not sure where these modules are located, refer to Chapter 1: Introduction.

Each of these modules interacts with the system differently and so requires different setups.

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DRIVE MODULES

FIG. 3  1

1. CD-ROM (see Chapter 2: System)

2. HDD

3. FDD module

4. Zip module

5. Zip disk

DRIVE INDICATOR LEDS

FIG. 3  2

6. HDD

7. Floppy bay

INDICATORS

Whenever a data module is in use, the corresponding indicator lights up:

accessing the main HDD.

accessing the FDD.

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SWAPPING MODULES

Hot Swappable modules can be removed, reinstalled or replaced

with other modules without turning off the system.

Hot Removable modules may be removed but not reinstalled

while the system is turned on.

Cold Swappable modules can be removed or replaced only

when the system is turned off.

In any case, please keep the following rules in mind:

 Before using a module, make sure it is secured in its bay. If a module

isnt connected properly, it could fail and/or damage data.

 Though it may be convenient, hot swapping is not recommended.

If possible, turn the system off before making any swaps. Hot-swapping a module risks accidentally crashing the machine (and losing unsaved data), or damaging a module if its in use.

 If you must swap devices, be sure to save your data first and care-

fully review the section on the module(s) in this chapter.

WHATS SWAPPABLE?

Drive bay: The FDD, Zip* and LS-120* are hot removable (but not

recommended). A battery is hot swappable with another battery.

*refer to the Zip/LS-120 section on page 3-11.

Parallel Port: FDD+cable is hot swappable with a parallel device. Power bay: A battery is hot swappable with another battery (while the

system is powered by an AC adapter).

HDD bay: The main HDD is cold swappable with another HDD.

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REMOVING THE HDD

FIG. 3  3

1. slide the HDD latches

towards each other

2. pull the cartridge out

HDD

The main HDD is in a removable plastic cartridge.

REMOVING THE HDD MODULE

If for some reason you must remove the HDD cartridge:

1. Make sure the computer is turned off and slide the HDD latches towards each other. The HDD bay handle will pop out.

2. Gently grasp the HDD cartridge handle and pull it out.

Picture of HDD removal from notebook

INSTALLING THE HDD CARTRIDGE

To install the (new or upgraded) HDD cartridge, carefully slide it back into the HDD bay. Push the HDD cartridge handle in and slide the latches away from each other into their locked position.

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Replacing a HDD

You can replace your HDD with another 2.5, 12mm high IDE hard disk drive. To assemble the cartridge,

1. Make sure the HDDs jumper pins are set to master or device 0. Most drives dont require any settings, but check your HDDs documentation to be sure.

2. Holding the HDD (1) at an angle (electronic side up), plug its pins into the connector (2). Make sure all the pins are inserted fully.

3. Cover the HDDs electronic component side with the mylar shield.

4. Insert the HDD and shield combination into the frame (electronic side up). As you do so, carefully fit the edges of the shield around the screw holes of the frame.

5. Secure the HDD, shield and frame with the four mounting screws (3)-(6).

REPLACING/UPGRADING

THE

CARTRIDGE

If youre too harried or a bit of a technophobe, contact your dealer to purchase or replace your current HDD with an upgrade.

Warning

Depending on the HDD, the cartridge jumper must be set to master or the system will not recognize it. Check your drives documentation.

ASSEMBLING THE HDD

CARTRIDGE FIG. 3  4

main HDD

3  5

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SETTING UP A NEW HDD

FOR THE FIRST TIME

Before you can use a new HDD for the first time, two things are required:

 The computer detects the HDD.

(this is automatic at boot-up)

 Prepare the HDD to accept data.

(refer to your operating system manual)

Formatting the HDD

A hard disk must be partitioned, and formatted before use. To partition the HDD, use the utility from your operating system (e.g. MS-DOSs fdisk command) to do this. To format, use the utility from your operating system (e.g. MS-DOSs for- mat or format/s command). Consult your oper- ating systems manual for more information on its partitioning and formatting utilities. If you plan to use the Suspend to Disk feature, refer to Chapter 5: Power. After you replace or upgrade the HDD, turn the system on. The computer will automatically detect it.

528MB OR LARGER HDDS & LBA MODE

The computer automatically reads any HDD 528MB or larger as using LBA Mode. We do not recommend using an HDD larger than 528MB from an older system which does not use LBA mode. Doing so may result in problems reading some portions of the HDD.

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DRIVE BAY MODULES

You can plug one of three modules into this bay: the FDD, a Zip drive, or a 2nd battery. Refer to page 3-3 for the rules on swapping. The battery module installation is covered in Chapter 5: Power.

REMOVING A MODULE

Even though the module may be hot swappable, we recommend making any changes with the system turned OFF. To release a module:

1. Slide the locking latch on the bottom part of the module to the unlock position and hold it.

2. Grasp the edge of the module and pull it out of the Drive bay and release the latch.

MODULE REMOVAL

FIG. 3  5

1. slide locking latch

2. pull on module edge

SECURING A MODULE

To secure a module in the Drive bay:

1. Push the module in until its outer edge is flush with the side of the computer.

2. The locking latch will snap into place.

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FDD (FLOPPY) MODULE

As mentioned on page 3 of this chapter, the FDD is hot-swappable. It can work equally well in either the internal or external position.

Warning

Do not remove the FDD module from the parallel port or Drive bay while it is active. Disconnecting during data access may damage the system, the FDD or result in data loss and/or corruption.

STARTUP CONSIDERATIONS

The FDD does not have to be present when you boot-up. If it isnt in the Drive bay or attached to the parallel port, the POST (refer to Chapter 4: Firmware), will tell you. This does not affect performance: you can insert the FDD into the Drive bay or connect it to the parallel port at any time.

DRIVE BAY INSTALLATION

If the FDD is not already installed, make sure the bay is empty, then push the FDD module in until its outer edge is flush with the side of the computer. You should hear a click from the locking latch on the bottom panel when the module is in place.

PARALLEL CONNECTION

If the Drive bay is occupied (e.g. with a battery), you can connect it to the parallel port with a cable (not provided). To make the connection, attach the FDD to the cable first and then attach the other end of the cable to the parallel port.

If you need to use the parallel port for some other purpose (e.g. to print), you can disconnect the parallel adapter and plug in your parallel device without turning off the system.

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FDD STATUS INDICATOR

FIG. 3  6

1. LED lights for FDD access

from either position

DRIVE BAY WITH FDD

FIG. 3  7

2. Floppy disk eject button

Warning

The FDD/parallel adapter

cable can only be used with the FDD module. It cannot be used with any other module. If its connected to the parallel port, the cable must also be connected to the FDD module or the system may halt.

FDD PARALLEL CONNECTION

FIG. 3  8

3. FDD module

4. FDD to Parallel adapter

5. Parallel port

FDD

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INSERTING/REMOVING FLOPPY DISKS

Gently insert a 3.5-inch disk (with its label side up) into the Floppy drive until the disk is properly seated. Press the button on the right of the Floppy drive to eject the disk.

FDD Care

Following are a few tips on the proper handling of floppies:

 Store disks away from magnetic fields and extreme temperatures. These

conditions can damage your data. Its also a good idea to make backup copies of software and data.

 If a disk label is already on the disk, use a soft-tipped pen to write on

the label. This prevents damage to the disk. Dont use a pencil - its carbon particles can rub off inside the drive.

 Do not remove any disk from the drive when the LED is flashing (in-use).  Do not try to clean, bend, or throw disks.  Do not touch or scratch any exposed portion of the disk medium. Dont

pull open the protective door either - this lets dust get inside.

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THE ZIP/LS-120 MODULE (OPTION)

As mentioned on page 3 of this chapter, the Zip or LS-120 is hotremovable. However, there are some limitations (see Opera-

tion, page 3-13~14).

STARTUP CONSIDERATIONS

When you install the Zip or LS-120 drive, make sure the bay is empty, then push the module in until its outer edge is flush with the side of the computer. You should hear a click from the locking latch on the bottom panel when the module is in place.

The Zip or LS-120 module must be installed before you boot-up. If it isnt in the Drive bay when the system boots, the system wont recognize it and wont allocate system resources.

Note: The Zip drive is not a boot device whereas LS-120 drive can

become bootable only if you activate its booting function in the BIOS Setup.

Warning

Do not remove the Zip/ LS-120 module from the Drive bay while it is active. Disconnecting during data access may crash and/or damage the system, the Zip/LS-120 or result in data loss and/or corruption.

ZIP

DRIVE BAY WITH ZIP

FIG. 3  9

1. emergency eject

2. accessing LED (green)

Note: Swappable with

LS-120

Zip/LS-120

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DRIVERS & UTILITIES

The Zip or LS-120 module must be in the Drive bay before you can install the their respective tool suite. Although theWindows 9x andWindows NT4.0 allocate the resource automatcially, you still need the tools provided with the accompanying Drivers/Utilities CD-ROM for many of the necessary controls.

When the Zip or LS-120 installation is complete, the Zip/LS-120 drive pushes the CD-ROM back one letter (i.e. if the CD-ROM is drive D:, it will become drive E:, and the Zip/LS-120 will be the new D:). If the Zip or LS-120 is not present at the next boot-up, the CDROM reverts to its original letter.

To prevent confusion, follow the instructions in the side-bar on page U-10 to fix the CD-ROM to one letter.

Zip Tools Installation

WINDOWS 9X /WINDOWS NT 4.0

Make sure the Zip drive is installed before you turn on the computer. When the operating system starts up, it automatically detects, and assigns the Zip drive to the letter after the hard disk drive(s), pushing the CD-ROM back one letter. The default driver recognizes the Zip as a Removable Disk but it lacks many necessary utilities provided by Zip tools. To install,

1. Insert the Drivers/Utilities CD-ROM.

2. From the Start button (on the tool bar), select

Run.... Click on Browse... and navigate to:

E:\drivers\options\zip\English\setup*

*This assumes your CD-ROM is drive E: and your operating system is English version.

3. Click Open, and follow the programs dialog boxes to install the tools (default installation is recommended).

4. When the installation is complete, the computer will ask to reboot. Do so.

5. When the computer restarts, Iomega Tools will be added to the Start menu.

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LS-120 Tools Installation

WINDOWS 9X /WINDOWS NT 4.0

Make sure the LS-120 drive is installed before you turn on the computer. When the operating system starts up, it automatically detects, and recognizes the LS-120 drive as a 3½ Floppy. However, it still lacks many necessary utilities provided by LS-120 tools. To install,

1. Insert the Drivers/Utilities CD-ROM.

2. From the Start button (on the tool bar), select

Run.... Click on Browse... and navigate to:

E:\drivers\options\LS-120\win95&98\setup* or E:\drivers\options\LS-120\nt40\setup*

*This assumes your CD-ROM is drive E:.

3. Click on Open, and follow the programs dialog boxes to install the SuperDisk Device Driver & Utility or SuperDisk Utility (default installation is recommended).

4. When the installation is complete, the computer will ask to reboot. Do so.

5. When the computer restarts, SuperDisk For- mat Utility will be ready for use.

Note: Once the installation is finished, Windows

NT4.0 will recognizes the LS-120 drive as a Removable Disk.

OPERATION

The Zip or LS-120 becomes a hot removable device only if it is installed in the system before it boots. If it isnt in the Drive bay when the system boots, the system wont recognize it and wont allocate system resources.

WINDOWS 9X CONSIDERATIONS

Removal When the Zip or LS-120 is re-

moved from the Drive bay, the system will freeze all operations and waiting for the drive to be reinstalled. Once the Zip or LS-120 drive is back in place, the system takes a little time to free the system resources again.

Tools Highlight the Zip or LS-120 drive

and click on the right mouse button to access the various tools. While most functions are self-explanatory, we also recommend reviewing Zip or LS-120 Tools online help.

Zip/LS-120

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WINDOWS NT 4.0 CONSIDERATIONS

Removal If youve removed the Zip or LS-

120 from the Drive bay, do not try to access it. Doing so will alert Windows NT 4.0 to a change in the system profile and you wont be able to reinstall the Zip or LS120 drive without rebooting. As long as Windows NT 4.0 doesnt have to look for the Zip or LS-120, it assumes it is present, and maintains the system resources.

Tools This version of Iomega Tools for

Windows NT is available through

the Program list of the Start menu. Iomega Quick Tools for NT has the most commonly used utilities. However, these tools are not usable if any directory on a Zip disk is open. We also recommend reviewing Iomega Tools for Windows NTs on-line help.

Zip/LS-120 Installation (cont.)

for Fixing CD-ROM Letter

WINDOWS 9X

To fix the CD-ROMs new letter assignment so that it stays the same even when the Zip/LS-120 isnt installed:

1. Open Control Panel > System (Properties) > Device Manager (tab) > CDROM.

2. Highlight the CDROM listed (e.g. TOSHIBA) and click on Properties > Set- tings (tab).

3. Change the Start drive letter to E: (if the Zip/LS-120 drive is D:). Click OK, shutdown the system and reboot.

WINDOWS NT4.0

To fix the CD-ROMs new letter assignment so that it stays the same even when the Zip/LS-120 isnt installed:

1. Open Start (menu)> Programs > Adminis-

trative Tools (Common) > Disk Administrator>

2. Click on the rectangular area next to CDROM0 then Tools > Assign Drive Letter.

3. Change the Assign drive letter to E: (if the Zip/LS-120 drive is D:). Click OK, shutdown the system and reboot.

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4 Firmware

This chapter is about the notebooks built-in software: the POST (Power-On Self Test) and the Setup utility.

If your computer has never been set up, or you are making important changes to the system (i.e. changing the hard disk or power management features), then you should review this chapter first and note the original settings found in Setup. Even if you are a beginner, keep a record of the settings you find and any changes you make. This information could be useful if your system ever needs servicing.

There is one general rule: Dont make any changes unless you are sure of what you are doing. Many of the settings are required by the system, and changing them could cause it to become unstable or worse. If you have any doubts, consult your system dealer.

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SAMPLE STARTUP SCREEN:

1. BIOS information

2. CPU type

3. main memory status

4. error notice

5. IDE (including HDD)

6. pause indicator

THE POST

FIG. 4  1

identification notice

(only appears if there is an error)

THE POWER-ON SELF TEST (POST)

Each time you turn on the computer, several things happen:

 BIOS information flashes on the screen.  the system takes a few seconds to conduct a POST,

including a quick test of the on-board RAM.

As the POST proceeds, the computer will tell you if there is anything wrong. If there is a problem which prevents the system from booting, it will tell you to run Setup. If there are no problems, the system announce that it is starting the operating system. Once that message appears, you can no longer get into Setup.

NoteBook Computer Model 66 Version PP3.07.01 Build in time (01/09/98 17:50:25)

233 MHz Pentium CPU External Cache: 512K installed SystemSoft Plug-n-Play BIOS Ver 1.17.01

Base Memory 640 KB Extended Memory 031 MB Total Memory 032 MB

WARNING - NO BOOTABLE FLOPPY DRIVE 0 INSTALLED WARNING - TIME/DATE CORRUPT - RUN SCU Auto Detecting IDE Devices [Done]

SMB BIOS Version 1.15 SMB SMC958 Services Revision 1.00.00 Copr. 1994-1994 SystemSoft Corp.

<CTRL-ALT-S> to enter System Configuration Utility or Press F1 to Continue

}

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FAILING THE POST

Errors can be detected during the POST. There are two categories, fatal and non-fatal.

Fatal Errors These stop the boot process and usually indicate there

is something seriously wrong with your system. Take the computer to your dealer or authorized service center as soon as possible.

Non-Fatal Errors This kind of error still allows you to boot. You will get

a message identifying the problem (make a note of this message!) followed by the cue:

<Ctrl-Alt-S> to enter System Configuration Utility or Press F1 to Continue

Press F1 to see if the boot process can continue. It may work, without the correct configuration. Press Ctrl-Alt-S to run the Setup program and try to correct the problem. If you still get an error message after you change the setting, or if the cure seems even worse, call for help.

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THE SETUP PROGRAM

The SystemSoft Setup Configuration Utility (or Setup) program tells the system how to configure itself and manage basic features and subsystems (e.g. display and power management).

ENTERING SETUP

To enter Setup, turn on the computer and press Ctrl-Alt-S during the POST. The prompt seen in Fig. 4  1 is usually present for a few seconds after you turn on the system. If you get a Keyboard Error (usually because you pressed Ctrl-Alt-S too soon), just press Ctrl- Alt-S again.

If the computer is already on, reboot using the Ctrl + Alt + Delete combination and then hold down Ctrl-Alt-S. Setups main menu, as shown on the next page, will appear.

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Along the top of the screen is a menu bar with five (5) menu headings. When you select the heading of a menu, its list appears. Use these menus to make any changes.

The help box along the bottom of the screen has useful messages about the menus and the highlighted option. If no option is highlighted, instructions on how to navigate each screen appear.

MORE ON SETUP

The help box contains most of the information you need to configure each menu. Following is additional advice on portions of Setup not covered in the help box.

SETUP MAIN MENU

FIG. 4  2

The Setup screens shown in this chapter are for reference only. Your computers menus will indicate the configuration appropriate for your model and options.

1. menus

2. system summary

3. help box

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DATE AND TIME (STARTUP MENU)

If you change the date and time settings in your operating system, you will also change these settings. Some applications may also alter data files to reflect these changes.

BOOT DISPLAY (STARTUP MENU)

The Video Expansion control allows the system to boot with the LCD resolution set to 640x480 expanded to use the whole LCD. The images in this Expand mode may look slightly different from the true 800x600, non-expanded mode. Do not check this setting if the Expand mode greatly distorts the images.

Warning

The TV Type setting must match your TV (NTSC or PAL). An incorrect setting may damage your equipment.

4  6

startup menu

TV SETUP (STARTUP MENU)

Enable TV This switch allows you to use the FN+F9 hot key

toggle between displays. (If you start up in TV only, you can use the FN+F9 toggle to get out of, but not cycle back to TV.)

TV Type* Your setting must correspond to the standard your

TV supports.

Note: NTSC only supports 640x480 resolution,

while PAL also supports 800x600.

TV Connector* Choose to match the type of video connector

youre using.

*The video driver cannot override these settings, if there is a conflict, the TV image may be distorted and/or rendered in black & white only.

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ADMIN PASSWORD (STARTUP MENU)

Only the Administrator can change this password. If you leave the Administrator password blank, both the Administrator and User passwords are disabled and erased.

If you forget a password, consult your dealer or service center.

USER PASSWORD (STARTUP MENU)

To set the User password, the Administrator password must be set first. Only the administrator (using the Administrator password) can set and change the User password. To disable the User password, enter the existing password first and leave the new password fields blank.

The User password wont be effective until you enable one of the options after the verification area. This restricts user access to the system (Password to Power-On) and/or to Setup Pasword.

If you enter the system with the User password, you are denied access to:

the COM ports (including IR) the parallel port the FDD

Users can change settings on all menus except the Administrative and User passwords, Floppy Controller, Diskette Drive , COM Ports, and LPT Port settings. These items are removed or grayed-out in the menus.

Warning

Password protection does not include resuming from Suspend to RAM, PC Card slots, Zip drive or Fax/Modem modules. However, resuming from Suspend to Disk is included.

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DISKETTE DRIVE (DISKS MENU)

The floppy drive used in this system should be set to 1.44MB. The BIOS supports the 3-mode feature to automatically detect and read 512 byte-per-sector, NEC-formatted (1.2MB) diskettes without any special configuration. To format a disk in the NEC format, however, your operating system must also support it.

A Word about HDDs

Setup auto-detects Hard Drive C: and lists it in the system summary (see page 4-5). The system automatically reads any hard disk 528MB or larger as using LBA mode. If you want to use a 528MB or larger hard disk from an older system which does not support LBA mode, this system cannot read data on it properly. To use that hard disk, you will have to reformat it (losing anything on it).

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COM PORTS (COMPONENTS MENU)

Most serial devices will work on any COM setting.

However, infrared devices communicate in one of several modes. Make sure that the mode you choose for Infrared Mode Setting is supported by the device. Fast IR, as the name implies, is the most powerful option followed by IrDA (HPSIR) and then ASK (IR). If you are connecting to the (optional) docking station, choose Serial to use the 2nd serial port on that device.

PARALLEL PORT (COMPONENTS MENU)

There are several modes available:

Standard AT (Centronics) Bidirectional (PS-2) Enhanced Parallel (EPP version 1.7 or 1.9) Extended Capabilities (ECP)

You should check your parallel devices documentation to see which one it can use. Most devices on the market use Standard mode.

If you dont plan to use this port, you can set it to None to conserve power.

PS/2 MOUSE PORT (COMPONENTS MENU)

Unchecked, this also disables the TouchPad.

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POWER SAVING

In this menu, you can choose among three preset power saving schemes or customize your desired settings.

If you want the system to check for video activity as it does for the keyboard or the mouse, enable the Monitor Video Activity field. However, keep the following in mind:

Enabled, the system will not enter a power saving scheme if there is any activity on the screen. This is useful if you want to observe file transfers that are visible on screen, or a screen saver.

Disabled, the power saving schemes monitor for system activity except the screen. This setting may also be necessary for some operating systems to enter the power saving schemes because they have special refresh requirements (consult your operating system manual).

Before you adjust the settings in this menu, we suggest a review of the power management system in Chapter 5: Power.

Note: The Fn + F10 key combination activates Suspend to RAM or

Suspend to Disk.

ENABLE POWER SAVING (POWER MENU)

This is the master switch for the power savings system. However, you can make changes to the scheme even if it is not checked.

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CUSTOMIZE (POWER MENU)

Examine this submenu to determine the values for High, Medium and Low Power Savings schemes or to set your preferences.

Note: Global Timeout affects the CPU as well as Video and Disk

timeout.

SUSPEND CONTROLS (POWER MENU)

Use this menu to control the Suspend power management system.

If you want to use the Suspend to Disk method, you must have set up a Suspend to Disk partition as described in Chapter 5: Power.

The Suspend Timeout starts its countdown after Global Timeout (see the Customize submenu) has started.

RESUME TIMER (POWER MENU)

This menu controls how the system will be reactivated from Suspend to RAM mode. This does not apply to Suspend to Disk mode.

If you want to resume from a ring-in (i.e. a modem signal), make sure the COM ports are not set to None. PC Card ports are monitored only if the driver is set correctly. Refer to PC Card drivers manual for details.

Warning

If you havent set up the system for Suspend to Disk, or if the space reserved for the Suspend to Disk partition isnt large enough, the system will default to Suspend mode and your unsaved data will be lost when power is turned off. Refer to Chapter 5: Power on how to setup the Sus- pend to Disk partition.

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Firmware

NOTES:

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5 Power

This chapter is about the power system, both hardware and software:

Hardware Software

AC adapter Setup utility parameters battery pack(s) power & battery management utilities

The first part covers the battery(ies) and the AC adapter. To see where these fit into the system, review the system layout in Chapter 1: Introduction.

The second part is about the power usage and management - how to get the most out of your battery(ies). Part of this involves settings in the Setup utility, so you should also refer to Chapter 4: Firmware.

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TABLE 5  1

LED POWER INDICATORS

ICONS

The LED panel has four icons relating to the Power system:

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rotacidnI/DELemaN

FFO/nO

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thgilonksiDotdnepsuS/FFOmetsys

NOybdnatS/ezoD/nOmetsys

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POWER HARDWARE

You can operate the notebook on either AC or battery power. The next two sections are about how to use these power sources and other AC/battery power related information.

AC POWER

The notebook comes with an AC power cord and a universal, autoswitching power adapter. You can use the adapter anywhere the voltage is steady, between 100 and 240 volts.

When the adapter is connected to a power source and then to the computer, the system is receiving AC power. To use the AC adapter:

1. Plug the power cord to the power adapter.

icon on the LED panel lights to indicate the

Warning

Only use an approved adapter. The wrong adapter could damage the computer.

2. Plug the power adapter to the (DC-in) socket on the

computers rear panel.

3. Plug the power cord into a wall

outlet.

4. Press the ON/OFF switch for one

second to turn the system on.

CONNECTING AC ADAPTER

FIG. 5  1

AC power

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BATTERY POWER

The notebook comes with a rechargeable battery. You can get a replacement battery or 2nd pack (pallet & battery) from your dealer.

FIRST-TIME USE & STORAGE

If you dont use battery packs for a long time (about three weeks), they should be discharged completely and then recharged. The battery that came with your new computer may have been in storage or shipment for some time. So, we strongly recommend that you follow these steps when you receive this computer or if you have not used the battery(ies) for a long time. Note that you should follow this procedure regardless of whether or not the AC power source is plugged in during the battery inactivity.

1. Install the battery in its compartment (if its not already there).

2. Make sure that the AC power source is plugged in. Refer to the AC

Power section for details. Turn on the system and press Ctrl-Alt-S to enter Setup. (If you are not sure how to do this, refer to Chapter 4: Firmware.)

3. Open the Power and un-check Enable Power Saving.

4. Save the setting by choosing Save and Exit in the Exit menu.

5. Make sure that your operating system does not activate Advanced Power Management (APM). If you are using Windows 95, reboot using Command prompt only.

Note: if your hard disk is not bootable, insert a bootable floppy disk in

drive A: before rebooting.

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6. After the system finishes booting, detach the AC power source. Discharge the battery completely by leaving the system on for about two (2) hours for each battery, until the system shuts itself down. Ignore any low power warnings.

7. Plug in the AC power source to recharge the battery. Leave the system off while charging. The battery status icon stays red during charging. When the battery is full, the light turns green. The approximate charge time is about two hours (per battery). Refer to the Using & Charging the Battery Pack section in this chapter for details.

8. Turn on the computer and press Ctrl-Alt-S to enter Setup. Open the Power menu and reset your preference. Save the setting and reboot.

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BATTERY POWER

You can install and charge a battery in both the battery and drive bays.

PULL THE BATTERY OUT

THE TAB

FIG. 5  2

INSTALLING & REMOVING A BATTERY PACK

First, use one of these methods to protect your work

 Use Save to disk mode.  Shut down the system.  Put the system in Suspend mode and make sure power is available

from the Power bay or the external adapter module.

INTO THE POWER BAY

Note: The battery pack is packaged separately from the notebook.

1. Open the battery bay door.

2. Remove the used battery if present. Pull it out by its tab (use a paperclip or your fingernail to pull out the tab from the batterys end).

3. Remove the battery from its packaging.

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4. Slide the fresh battery into the slot. If there is any resistance as you slide it in, check for and remove any foreign objects that may have gotten into the bay.

Note: The batterys connector must be toward the back of the notebook.

5. Raise and secure the bay door.

INTO THE DRIVE BAY

Before you can install a 2nd battery, you must mount it in a power pallet. The pallet is secured in the Drive bay with the module latch on the bottom of the computer and a latch on the pallets front.

1. Angle the battery into the battery frame.

2. Unlock the drive module (FDD or Zip) and slide it out (refer to Chapter 3: Modules).

3. Slide the battery frame into the Drive bay until it clicks into place. Lock it into position with the front latch.

Warning

If you have a device other than a battery in the Drive bay (e.g. a FDD), DO NOT remove it from the bay while the system is accessing it. Doing so may damage the device, data on the medium, and/or the system and also cause the system to crash.

2ND BATTERY PACK

FIG. 5  3

battery installation

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Warning

If your system does not have a smart battery (e.g. an SMP-202P), Windows 95s APM and SystemSofts Power

Profiler under Windows NT 4.0 do not work.

USING & CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

When the system is using battery power only, the battery status LED is not lit during normal operation. If the LED flashes green, the battery is low. In this case, save your work immediately and do one or more of the following:  Plug in the AC adapter  Replace the battery pack while connected to the AC adapter

or with a 2nd battery present  Go into Suspend to RAM  Load a 2nd battery .

When the system receives AC power, the battery status LED(s) displays a steady red light to indicate AC-in and battery charging. When the battery is fully charged, the battery status light turns green. Refer to Appendix A: Specifications for guides to battery life and recharging times.

LED glows and the

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POWER MANAGEMENT

HARDWARE (BATTERY STATUS & WARNINGS)

After the POST finishes, the Battery status LED indicates the batterys charge level. When the battery is low, this icon flashes. Save your work immediately and follow the suggestions on page 5-8.

LOW BATTERY & SUSPEND

If you selected Suspend to RAM or Suspend to Disk in Setup for Battery Low, the system enters the selected mode three minutes after the warning starts (if you havent given the system more power).

If either of these options starts, the battery should be considered fully depleted, though it maintains a small, safety, reserve. If the battery depletes its safety reserve, the system cant be turned on and anything not saved to disk is lost. In this case, you must replace or enhance the power supply.

If you wish to use Suspend to Disk, you need to setup the Suspend to Disk partition, which is described in the side-bar on the next page.

power management

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Warning

If you havent set up the system for Suspend to Disk, or if the space reserved for the Suspend to Disk partition isnt large enough, the system will default to Suspend to RAM mode and your unsaved data will be lost when power is turned off.

FIRMWARE (SETUP CONTROLS)

The Power menu in Setup controls how Suspend to RAM or Suspend to Disk is

activated. Refer to Chapter 4: Firmware on how to setup these modes.

SUSPEND TO DISK

This suspend method records system status information to a special partition on the HDD and then turns the system OFF.

Depending on the option you selected in Setup, Suspend to Disk can be activated by:

 Low battery power  Pressing Fn+F10  Specified time-out after the Suspend

(to RAM) mode

Once the function is activated, the system makes a starting beep. When system status information is saved, the system shuts down.

Suspend to Disk Setup

When the BIOS instructs the system to Suspend to Disk, it makes use of a special partition on the HDD. This is created and managed by the 0VMAKFIL utility. The Suspend to Disk partition must be setup before you install the operating system. For this reason, this partition does not depend on the operating system you use.

SPACE

The size of this partition must be greater than the total size of the memory (DRAM) and the notebooks video RAM. For example, if your notebook has 8 MB of DRAM and 4 MB of video RAM, you should reserve at least 13 MB. If you have or plan to have the maximum 128 MB of DRAM and 4 MB of video RAM, you should reserve at least 132 MB. The extra MB is for data from other chip registers.

SETTING UP THE PARTITION

The Suspend to Disk partition must be setup on an unpartitioned, unformatted hard disk. If your hard

disk already has information you want to keep, make sure it is backed-up because this operation will reconfigure your HDD. Follow these steps to prepare the partition:

1. If you want to install the Suspend to Disk partition on a new (unformatted) hard disk, skip to the next step. Otherwise, back-up everything you need on the HDD and use your operating systems partition utility to remove

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Suspend to Disk Setup (cont.)

all the partition (and thereby all the data) from the hard disk.

2. Boot up the computer from a bootable disk.

3. Insert the Utility disk in drive A: (the Floppy)*.

4. Run OVMAKFIL.EXE  to create a partition matching your current

configuration , type a:> 0VMAKFIL~/P [Enter]

 to make a partition the size you prefer, type

a:> 0VMAKFIL~/P<Mbytes> [Enter] e.g. for a 13MB partition, type

a:> 0VMAKFIL~/P13 [Enter]

Note: Since this method requires you to configure

your HDD, you should make your Suspend to Disk partition large enough to accommodate the largest amount of memory you expect to have.

5. When the utility announces that it has finished creating the partition, run your operating systems partition utility (e.g. MS-DOSs fdisk). The partition utility will tell you that it has found a non-DOS or unknown partition. Do not do anything to this partition, but proceed to partition and setup the rest of the hard disk with your operating system. Be careful not to format the non-DOS or unknown partition.

* Another copy of 0vmakfil.exe is on the Drivers/Utilities

CD-ROM in the drivers folder.

To resume work, press the ON/OFF button to turn the system back ON. The system will return to the state before it went into Suspend to Disk and turn on all devices.

Security Note: If you setup a password

in Setup, you will need it to resume from Suspend to Disk.

Ring in Note: Since the system is OFF

during this mode, a Ring-in or Alarm Resume time will not wake up the system.

Warning

Do not remove or change the PC Cards while the system is in Suspend to Disk Mode. The slots are turned off and any change in the system configuration may cause problems when the computer comes back on.

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SUSPEND TO RAM

In this mode, the computer is powered down, but still maintains power to the DRAM to preserve the system information stored there.

Depending on the option you selected in Setup, Suspend can be activated by:

 low battery power  pressing Fn+F10  specified time-out after the Standby mode

There are several ways to resume from Suspend:

Fn+F10 Press Fn+F10 again. Alarm Resume The clock reaches the time set for the Alarm Resume

feature in Setup.

Ring-in The system will wake if a ring-in is detected from

the (optional) built-in Fax/Modem, a PC Card Fax/ Modem or an activated serial port.

close-cover switch Opening the lid/LCD while the system is in Suspend

to RAM wakes the system.

Each time you resume from Suspend, you risk depleting the battery beyond its safety reserve and losing any data not saved.

Security Note: Password set in Setup is not needed to resume from

Suspend to RAM. If you want password protection, use the Suspend to Disk alternative.

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SOFTWARE (UTILITIES)

Your system is designed to work with two power management utilities: APM, and a utility from SystemSoft.

Additional Power Management

You can conserve power by reducing the amount of disk caching Windows 95 does. From the Control Panel, select System. From

the Performance tab, select File System.... On

the Hard Disk tab, select Mobile or docking system under Typical role of this machine:. Your system performance may not be as fast, but the battery should last longer.

APM

Developed by Microsoft and Intel, Advanced Power Management (APM) is embedded in Windows 95. Use the battery icon on Windows 95s Control Panel to access APM. For best results, leave it set to Advanced.

For more information about APM, refer to your operating system documentation.

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POWERPROFILER

FIG. 5  4

SYSTEMSOFT POWERPROFILER

Available in Windows NT 4.0, SytemSofts PowerProfiler utility provides a full range of power management options. It allows you to set power management parameters and various alarms to monitor declining battery power and control overall power consumption.

The installation adds an icon, Suspend, in the Start menu, and another icon, PowerProfiler, in the Programs group. PowerProfiler is set to automatically load with Windows NT. Once activated, a small battery icon appears on the right bottom corner of your screen. You can use this icon to invoke PowerProfiler or to put the system in Suspend.

Installing SystemSoft PowerProfiler

To install PowerProfiler for Windows NT 4.0:

1. Insert the Drivers/Utilities CD-ROM.

2. From the Start menu, select Run.... Then

Browse... Navigate to: D:\drivers\nt40\powerprofile\SETUP.

3. Click Next to proceed.

4. Click Next to accept the default installation di- rectory. Or click Browse... to select an alternative directory.

5. After the files finish installing, select Yes to read the README file. Or select No to proceed.

6. Click on Finish to restart.

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6 Enhancements

This chapter is about making improvements to the system in the following areas:

hardware software

memory PC Card

IrDA port

Audio

TouchPad

If you plan on increasing your system memory, be sure to read the Memory section before you make any purchases.

The PC Card driver is not needed for most Windows 95 users. However Windows NT 4.0 users will find it very useful.

The ZV Port drivers are required if you plan on using the PC Card socket for that type of card. It is not necessary for any other type of card.

If you use the TouchPad frequently, the enhanced driver allows you to make it even more user friendly. However, it doesnt have any effect if youre using an external pointing device.

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Warning

Check with your dealer to make sure installing RAM yourself doesnt violate your warranty.

Warning

Make sure each module meets all of the criteria for the socket it will be used in.

MEMORY

The notebook comes with no onboard memory. You can upgrade to as much as 128MB. This involves opening the memory compartment and installing one or two DIMMs.

You can install modules in either one socket or in both sockets (in any order and any size combination).

Socket requirements:

 16MB, 32MB or 64MB module size  144 pins  EDO or SDRAM type S.O. DIMMs  3.3-volt  TSOP package  Rated at 60ns or faster

Make sure you put the correct type in each socket.

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Installing DIMMs

If you install additional memory by yourself,

1. Make sure the system is turned off, you are wearing an antistatic wrist strap (available from most computer supply dealers) and you are in a dust/smoke-free environment.

2. Place the computer on a clean, dry, level surface.

3. Using a small flat-head screwdriver, press in the keyboard anchor tabs on the top edge of the keyboard(1).

4. Flip the keyboard forward (2) and remove the metal cover plates anchor screws (3)-(5). Then remove the plate - Do not disturb the

keyboard connection cables!

5. Insert a DIMM in either slot at about a 20o angle (6). Grooves on the sides of the module allow you to insert it only one way. Make sure it is seated as far into the slot as it will go.

6. Gently push down on the module until its lockcatches snap into place. DO NOT FORCE IT. The module should fit in without much pressure. If there is a lot of resistance, check to make sure the DIMM is properly seated.

7. Install the second module in the same way.

8. Replace the metal cover plate, screws and the keyboard.

9. After changing the RAM configuration, run Setup so the new total can be registered in the CMOS (refer to Chapter 4: Firmware).

Warning

Do not touch the modules edge connec-

tors. Even the cleanest hands can leave oils which may attract corrosive particles.

INSERTING THE DIMM

FIG. 6  1

Follow the instructions on the opposite side-bar. Modules can be inserted in any order.

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CARDWIZARD

The CardWizard utility is required for Win- dows 3.1x but is only supplemental for Windows 9x and Windows NT 4.0 (though

highly recommended for the later).

CARDWIZARD & OPERATING SYSTEMS

CardWizard can give you information about the status of the cards and sockets, troubleshoot card configuration problems, and resolve resource conflicts.

In Windows 3.1x, start CardWizard by clicking on its icon in the CardWorks folder of the Program Manager.

In Windows 9x and Windows NT 4.0, start CardWizard from the taskbar (Start

> Programs > CardWizard).

For more information on CardWizard features, you can click on CardWizards Help icon or go to the Help menu if you have already activated CardWizard.

Installing CardWizard

WINDOWS 9X

The CardWizard utility replaces Windows 9xs PC Card utility with enhanced support. However, you should install this after you have activated the PC Card utility in Windows 9x family. To install,

1. Open Control Panel > Add/Remove Pro- grams and choose Install... (button).

2. Insert the Drivers/Utilities CD-ROM and click on Next.

3. Click on Browse... and navigate to: D:\drivers\win95\pc_card\setup.exe, or D:\drivers\win98\pc_card\setup.exe, click on open, then on Finish.

4. Follow the programs dialog boxes. The utility will create a Cardworks sub-folder in the Program Files folder for itself on your C: drive unless you choose otherwise.

5. Choose Typical to enable the slots for all types of cards (this will use more system resources). Choose Custom if you know that you wont need some features.

When asked for insert disk 2 or insert disk 3, click OK to continue the installation.

6. When prompted, allow the system to restart.

Note: If you allow SRAM/ATA drive support, it will

add removable drive resources before your CDROM. This will affect programs which depend on CD-ROM based files. If you dont want to use SRAM/ ATA cards, use the Custom installation.

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Installing CardWizard (cont.)

Near the end of the installation, the utility asks if you want to view the readme file. We suggest you take a moment to scan it. The latest information about ATA PC Card configuration is included.

WINDOWS NT 4.0

The CardWizard utility is the same as that for the Windows 95. You should install it after you have

activated the PC Card utility in Windows NT. To install,

1. Open Control Panel > Add/Remove Pro- grams and choose Install...

2. Insert the Drivers/Utilities CD-ROM and click Next.

3. Browse to DRIVERS\NT40\PC_CARD\SETUP.EXE, click on the Finish button. (You can also use the WIN95 directory.)

4. Follow the programs dialog boxes. The utility creates a set of sub-directories for itself in the Program Files directory on your C: drive unless you choose otherwise.

5. When the installation is complete, allow the system to reboot to complete the setup.

CARDWIZARD & WINDOWS NT 4.0

On its own, Windows NT 4.0 wont allow hot insertion or removal of PC Cards. CardWizard overcomes this de- ficiency. However, before removing a card, you should click on Stop in the CardWizard control panel. This makes sure no applications are using the card, which might cause a problem if the card is removed. For more details, refer to CardWizards Help menu.

USING CARD WIZARD

Card Wizard can detect a cards installation and correct the system resources allocation. Press the Wizard button for more information. When you first install an unrecognized card, youll hear a warning beep. Run CardWizard and allow it to configure the system resources. The next time you install that card, CardWizard will recognize it and adjust the system automatically.

PC cards

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POWER MANAGEMENT

CardWizard for Windows 3.1x includes a utility to allow it to work with power management systems. To use it, copy the CS_APM.EXE file from the Drivers/Utilities CD-ROM to the CardWizard directory on your HDD. Then using an editor program, modify the CONFIG.SYS file:

install= [drive]:\[path]\cs_apm.exe e.g. Install=c:\cardwiz\cs_apm.exe

USING REMOVABLE STORAGE CARDS

If you are using removable storage cards (i.e., ATA Hard Disk/ATA Flash Disk cards and SRAM cards), be sure to read the readme files which come with CardWizard.

CARDWIZARD UTILITIES

CardWizards directory in Windows 3.1x or Windows 95 includes utilities to format removable storage cards. You can launch them by clicking their icons in the File Manager.

Installing CardWizard (cont.)

Note: Card Wizard can detect a cards installation and correct the system resources allocation. Press the Wizard button for more information. When you first install an unrecognized card, youll hear a warning beep. Run CardWizard and allow it to configure the system resources. The next time you install that card, CardWizard will recognize it.

Formatting in Windows NT 4.0

Windows NT 4.0 has the necessary formatting utilities built in.

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ATAINIT.EXE

This is a disk partitioning utility that must be used to prepare any ATA card supported by ATADRV. When a new ATA card is inserted into a PC Card socket, it is not recognized since there is no common method to find out its physical parameters (number of sectors, cylinders, etc.). ATAINIT interrogates the card to find the physical parameters to use, then prepares it for use. ATAINIT will only work with devices managed by ATADRV. To use it,

1. Insert an ATA card into either PC Card socket.

2. Switch to the CARDWIZ directory (or the directory where you installed the CardWizard software).

3. Type atainit~(drive letter): and press Enter.

(e.g. atainit~e: [Enter])

Follow the prompts on the screen as the utility partitions the PC Card. Note: Before you substitute the drive letter, check the system booting

message to see which logical drive names are reserved for ATA cards.

MCFORMAT.EXE

This utility partitions and formats flash memory cards (both MSFlash and FTL). However, if you plan to use the card on another system, make sure it supports the format you use. If it doesnt, you will not be able to access the card. To use it,

1. Insert a flash memory card into either PC Card socket.

PC cards

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2. Switch to the CARDWIZ directory (or the directory where you installed the CardWizard software).

3. Type mcformat and press Enter. (i.e. mcformat~[Enter]) Follow the prompts on the screen as the utility partitions the PC Card.

SUPPORTED PC CARDS & ZV SOCKET

CardWizard enables your system to work with all legacy cards. It also extends ZV card support to Windows 3.1x and Windows

95. We recommend you read the readme file on the CardWizard

disk to find out if any special conditions apply to a card you are considering buying. If you are interested in a card model and have compatibility questions, call the card manufacturer to check on its compatibility with SystemSofts CardWorks and CardWizard utilities.

6  8

Note: As this manual goes to press, ZV Card support is only available for

Windows 95, 3.1x and NT 4.0 users.

PC cards

Targa TN700 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

notice

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) STATEMENT

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

CLEANING

SERVICING

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

conventions

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction

Chapter 2: System

Chapter 3: Modules

Chapter 4: Firmware

Advanced User Guides

List of Figures

List of Tables

PACKING CONTENTS

1  3quick start

SYSTEM MAP

FRONT VIEW: WORK PANEL, LCD & CD-ROM BAY

LEFT VIEW: RESET, IRDA, USB, AUDIO & PC CARD

RIGHT VIEW: HDD, DRIVE BAY, POWER BAYS & FAXMODEM (OPTION)

REAR VIEW:PORTS

BOTTOM VIEW: COMPARTMENTS

Hot Key Controls

LED INDICATORS

KEYBOARDS

EXTERNAL KEYBOARDS

TOUCHPAD & SERIAL DEVICE

TouchPad

TOUCHPAD & PS/2 DEVICE

INSERTING & REMOVING ACD-ROM

MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS

MPEG

AUDIO CDS

video

ATTACHING A MONITOR

SWITCHING

audio

ADDITIONAL AUDIO

PC CARDS

OPERATING SYSTEMS

INSERTING A PC CARD

REMOVING A PC CARD

USB DEVICES

FAX/MODEM (OPTIONAL MODULE)

USAGE

indicators

SWAPPING MODULES

REMOVING THE HDD MODULE

INSTALLING THE HDD CARTRIDGE

REMOVING A MODULE

SECURING A MODULE

3  7drive bay modules

FDD (FLOPPY) MODULE

STARTUP CONSIDERATIONS

DRIVE BAY INSTALLATION

PARALLEL CONNECTION

INSERTING/REMOVING FLOPPY DISKS

FDD Care

THE ZIP/LS-120 MODULE (OPTION)

STARTUP CONSIDERATIONS

DRIVERS & UTILITIES

OPERATION

THE POWER-ON SELF TEST (POST)

FAILING THE POST

THE SETUP PROGRAM

ENTERING SETUP

MORE ON SETUP

DATE AND TIME (STARTUP MENU)

BOOT DISPLAY (STARTUP MENU)

TV SETUP (STARTUP MENU)

ADMIN PASSWORD (STARTUP MENU)

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