Viglen Dossier XT User Manual

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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.
©November 2004

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 US registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.

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FCC Statement

(Federal Communications Commission)

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:

• Re orient 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 service representative or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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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

Follow basic safety precautions, including those listed below, to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
injury to persons when using any electrical equipment:

1. Do not use this product near water, for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub,
in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

2. Avoid using this equipment with a telephone line (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightning.

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

4. Use only the power cord and b atteries indicated in this manual. Do not d ispose of batterie s in a fire. They
may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

5. This product is intende d to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit (DC Output 20V, 9A minimum).

CAUTION

Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before servicing or disassembling this equip­ment.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY NO. 26 AWG OR LARGER,

TELECOMMUNICATION LINE CORD

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Instructions for Care and Operation

The notebook computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions:

1. Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the case and the components could be dam­aged.

2. Keep it dry, and don’t overheat it. Keep the com puter and p ower sup ply away from any kind of heating
element. This is an electrical appliance. If water or any other liquid gets into it, the computer could be
badly damaged.

Do not expose the computer
to any shock or vibration.

Do not place it on an unstable
surface.

Do not place anything heavy
on the computer.

Do not expose it to excessive
heat or direct sunlight.

Do not leave it in a place
where foreign matter or mois­ture may affect the system.

Don’t use or store the com­puter in a humid environment.

Do not place the computer on
any surface that will block the
vents.

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3. A void 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. Follow the proper working pro ced ures fo r the compute r. Shut the co mpu ter d own prop erly and don ’t
forget to save your work. Remember to periodically save your data as data may be lost if the battery is
depleted.

5. Take care when using peripheral devices.

Do not turn off the power
until you properly shut down
all programs.

Do not turn off any peripheral
devices when the computer is
on.

Do not disassemble the com­puter by yourself.

Perform routine maintenance
on your computer.

Use only approved brands of
peripherals.

Unplug the power cord befor e
attaching peripheral devices.

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Power Safety

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 service representative or local power company.

• The power adapter may have either a 2-prong or a 3-prong grounded plug. The
third prong 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 c ord, be sure to disconnect it by the plug head,
not by its wire.

• 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).

Do not plug in the power
cord if you are wet.

Do not use the power cord if
it is broken.

Do not place heavy objects
on the power cord.

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Power Safety

Warning

Before you undertake
any upgrade proce­dures, make sure that
you have turned off the
power, and discon­nected all peripherals
and cables (including
telephone lines). It is
advisable to also re­move your battery in
order to prevent acci­dentally turning the
machine on.

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Battery Precautions

• Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the com­puter.

• Do not continue to use a battery that has been dropped, or that appears damaged (e.g. bent or twisted) in any
way. Even if the computer continues to work with a damaged battery in place, it may cause circuit damage,
which may possibly result in fire.

• 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 service representative
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.

• Keep the battery away from metal appliances.

• Affix tape to the battery contacts before disposing of the batt ery.

• Do not touch the battery contacts with your hands or metal objects.

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Battery Disposal & Caution

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 disp ose of thi s battery into the municip al w aste
stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.

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 .

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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 (do not touch the poisonous liquid if the LCD pan el breaks).

• If there is an unusual odor, heat or smoke coming from your computer.

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Removal Warning

When removing any cover(s) and screw(s) for the purposes of device upgrade, remember to replace the cover(s)
and screw(s) before turning the computer on.

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Travel Considerations

Packing

As you get ready for your trip, run through this list to make sure the system is ready to go:

1. Check that the battery pack and any spares are fully charged.

2. Power off the computer and peripherals.

3. Close the display panel and make sure it’s latched.

4. Disconnect the AC adapter and cables. Stow them in the carrying bag.

5. The AC adapter uses voltages from 100 to 240 volts so you won’t need a second voltage adapter. How-

ever, check with your tra vel agent to see if you need any socket adapters.

6. Put the notebook in its carrying bag and secure it with the bag’s straps.

7. If you’re taking any peripherals (e.g. a printer , mouse or digital camera), pack them and those devices’

adapters and/or cables.

8. Anticipate customs - Some jurisdictions may have import restrictions or require proof of ownership for

both hardware and software. Make sure your “papers” are handy.

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Power Off Before Traveling

Make sure that your notebook is completely powered off before putting it into a travel bag (or any such container).
Putting a notebook which is powered on in a travel bag may cause the vents/fan intakes to be blocked. To pre­vent your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the vent/fan intake while the computer is in use.

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On the Road

In addition to the general safety and maintenance suggestions in this preface, and Chapter 8: Troubleshoot­ing, keep these points in mind:

Hand-carry the notebook - For security, don’t let it out of your sight. In some areas, computer theft is
very common. Don’t check it with “normal” luggage. Baggage handlers may not be sufficiently careful.
Avoid knocking the computer against hard objects.

Beware of Electromagnetic fields - Devices such as metal detectors & X-ray machines can damage the
computer, hard disk, floppy disks, and other media. They may also destroy any stored data - Pass your
computer and disks around the devices. Ask security officials to hand-inspect them (you may be asked to
turn it on). Note: Some airports also scan luggage with these devices.

Fly safely - Most airlines have regulations about the use of computers and other electronic devices in
flight. These restrictions are for your safety, follow them. If you stow the notebook in an overhead com­partment, make sure it’s secure. Contents may shift and/or fall out when the compartment is opened.

Get power where you can - If an electrical outlet is available, use the AC adapter and keep your bat­tery(ies) charged.

Keep it dry - If you move quickly from a cold to a warm location, water vapor can condense inside the
computer. Wait a few minutes before turning it on so that any moisture can evaporate.

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Developing Good Work Habits

Developing good work habits is important if you need to work in front of the computer for long periods
of time. Improper work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your
hands, wrists or other joints. The following are some tips to reduce the strain:

• Adjust the height of the chair and/or desk so that the keyboard is at or slightly
below the level of your elbow. Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands in a relaxed
position.

• Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. Place your feet flat on the
floor or on a footrest if necessary.

• Use a chair with a back and adjust it to support your lower back comfortably.

• Sit straight so that your knees, hips and elbows form approximat ely 90-degree
angles when you are working.

• Take periodic breaks if you are using the computer for long periods of time.

Remember to:

• Alter your posture frequently.

• Stretch and exercise your body several times a day.

• Take periodic breaks when you work at the computer for long periods of time. Fre­quent and short breaks are better than fewer and longer breaks.

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Lighting

Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue in your
neck and shoulders.

• Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside sources of light.

• Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to levels that allow you to see the screen
clearly.

• Position the display directly in front of you at a comfortable viewing distance.

• Adjust the display-viewing angle to find the best position.

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Contents

Notice ...........................................................................I

FCC Statement .......................................................II

Instructions for Care and Operation .....................IV

Power Safety ..................................................... ...VI

Battery Precautions .............................................VII

Cleaning ............................................................ VIII

Servicing ........................................................... VIII

Travel Considerations ..........................................IX

Quick Start Guide

Overview ..................................................................1-1

Advanced Users .....................................................1-2

Beginners and Not-So-Advanced Users .................1-2

Warning Boxes .......................................................1-2

Not Included ...........................................................1-2

System Software .....................................................1-3

System Startup .......................................................1-4

System Map: Top View with LCD Panel Open .......1-5

LED Indicators .......................................................1-6

Quick-Key Buttons .................................................1-7

Keyboard ................................................................1-7

System Map: Front & Rear Views ...........................1-9

System Map: Left View .........................................1-10

System Map: Right View ....................................... 1-11

System Map: Bottom View ....................................1-12

Windows XP Start Menu & Control Panel ............ 1-13

Video Features .......................................................1-14

Video Driver Controls ........................................ 1-14

Display Devices & Options .................................1-15

Power Management Features ................................. 1-16

Features & Components

Overview ..................................................................2-1

Hard Disk Drive ....................................................... 2-2

Optical Device .........................................................2-3

Loading Discs ........................................................ 2-3

Handling CDs or DVDs ......................................... 2-4

DVD Regional Codes ............................................ 2-5

4-in-1 Card Reader ................................................... 2-6

PC Card Slot ............................................................2-7

Inserting and Removing PC Cards ........................ 2-7

Hot Keys .................................................................. 2-8

Check Mail Program ..............................................2-10

TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse ............................... 2-13

Configuring the TouchPad and Buttons .............. 2-14

Adding a Printer ................................................. ....2-15

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USB Printer ..........................................................2-15

Install Instructions: .............................................. 2-15

Parallel Printer ......................................................2-15

Video & Audio Controls

Overview ..................................................................3-1

Advanced Video Controls ........................................3-2

Keyboard Video Controls ......................................3-2

Dynamic Video Memory Technology ..................3-3

Display Properties ....................................................3-4

Making Adjustments for the Display .....................3-4

Intel Extreme Graphics 2 for Mobile .....................3-6

Schemes ..................................................................3-8

Display Devices ........................................................3-9

Switching/Enabling Displays (Keyboard) ..............3-9

Switching/Enabling Displays (Driver) .................3-10

Multi-Monitor Modes ...........................................3-11

Intel(R) Dual Display Clone ...............................3-11

Extended Desktop ...............................................3-11

TV System ............................................................3-15

Audio Features .......................................................3-16

Power Management

Overview ..................................................................4-1

Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ...... 4-1

The Power Sources .................................................. 4-2

AC Adapter ............................................................4-2

Battery ................................................................... 4-2

Turning on the Computer ......................................... 4-3

Power Schemes ........................................................4-4

System Power Options ............................................. 4-6

Hibernate Mode vs. Shutdown .............................. 4-6

Standby Mode vs. Hibernate Mode ....................... 4-6

Standby ................................................................. 4-7

Hibernate .............................................................. 4-7

Configuring the Power Button ................................. 4-8

Battery Information .................................................. 4-9

New Battery .......................................................... 4-9

Battery Life ........................................................... 4-9

Recharging the Battery with the AC Adapter ...... 4-10

Proper handling of the Battery Pack ................... 4-11

Battery FAQ ........................................................ 4-12

Drivers & Utilities

What to Install ..........................................................5-1

Module Driver Installation .................................... 5-1

Service Packs .........................................................5-3

Authorized Driver Message ...................................5-4

Version Conflict Message ..................................... 5-4

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Updating/Reinstalling Individual Drivers ..............5-4

Driver Installation ....................................................5-5

Driver Installation Application .............................5-5

Driver Installation Procedure .................................5-7

New Hardware Found ............................................5-7

Service Pack Installation ........................................5-7

Chipset (Win2000/WinXP) ...................................5-7

Audio (Win2000/WinXP) .....................................5-7

Video (Win2000/WinXP) .....................................5-8

LAN (Win2000/WinXP) .......................................5-8

Modem (Win2000/WinXP) ...................................5-9

Quick-Key (Win2000/WinXP) .............................5-9

TouchPad (Win2000/WinXP) .............................5-10

PCMCIA & Card Reader (Win2000/WinXP) ....5-10

Check Mail (Win2000/WinXP) ..........................5-11

Hot Key (Win2000/WinXP) ...............................5-11

Wireless LAN (Win2000/WinXP) ...................... 5-12

Bluetooth (Win2000/WinXP) .............................5-12

PC Camera (Win2000/WinXP) ...........................5-12

BIOS Utilities

Overview ..................................................................6-1

The Power-On Self Test (POST) .............................6-2

Failing the POST ....................................................6-3

Fatal Errors ............................................................6-3

Non-Fatal Errors ................................................... 6-3

The System Configuration Utility ............................6-4

Entering Setup .......................................................6-4

Working with the Menu Bar .................................... 6-5

Working with the Pull-Down Menu ........................ 6-6

Working with Sub-Menus ........................................6-7

Startup Menu ............................................................ 6-8

Fast Boot (Startup Menu) ........................................ 6-8

Boot Device (Startup Menu) .................................... 6-9

Display (Startup Menu) ........................................... 6-9

Enable Battery Low Beep (Startup Menu) .............. 6-9

Enable Power On Beep (Startup Menu) .................. 6-9

Display OEM logo (Startup Menu) ....................... 6-10

Fast Boot for Windows XP (Startup Menu) .......... 6-10

Boot and SCU Passwords (Startup Menu) ............. 6-10

Disks Menu ............................................................6-11

IDE Settings (Disks Menu) ....................................6-11

Virus Alerts (Disks Menu) ..................................... 6-11

Components Menu .................................................6-12

LPT Port (Components Menu) .............................. 6-12

Keyboard Numlock (Components Menu) .............. 6-12

Keyboard Repeat/Keyboard Type

(Components Menu) .......................................... ....6-12

Power Menu ...........................................................6-13

Low/Medium/High/Customize

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Power Saving (Power Menu) .................................6-13

CPU SpeedStep Controls (Power Menu) ...............6-14

Turn on power/radio for ........ (Power Menu) ........6-14

Exit Menu ...............................................................6-15

Save and Exit (Exit Menu) .....................................6-15

Exit (No Save) - (Exit Menu) .................................6-16

Default Settings (Exit Menu) .................................6-16

Restore Settings (Exit Menu) .................................6-16

Upgrading The Computer

Overview ..................................................................7-1

When Not to Upgrade ............................................7-2

Removing the Battery ...............................................7-3

Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive(s) ...........................7-4

Upgrading the System Memory (RAM) ...................7-6

Upgrading the Optical (CD/DVD) Device(s) ...........7-8

Upgrading the Processor ..........................................7-9

Modules

Overview ..................................................................8-1

Intel PRO/Wireless Mini-PCI WLAN Module ........8-2

Intel PRO/Wireless 2100 WLAN

Driver Installation (Win2000) ...............................8-4

Intel PRO/Wireless 2100 WLAN

Driver Installation (WinXP) ................................. 8-6

Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG WLAN

Driver Installation (Win2000) .............................. 8-8

Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG WLAN

Driver Installation (WinXP) ............................... 8-10

Intel PRO/Wireless 2195ABG WLAN

Driver Installation (Win2000) ............................ 8-12

Intel PRO/Wireless 2195ABG WLAN

Driver Installation (WinXP) ............................... 8-13

Bluetooth Module .................................................. 8-14

Bluetooth Driver Installation (Win2000) ........... 8-15

Bluetooth Driver Installation (WinXP) .............. 8-17

Bluetooth Control Panel Options ........................ 8-18

PC Camera ...................... ... .... .... ............................ 8-20

PC Camera Driver Installation (Win2000) ......... 8-21

PC Camera Driver Installation (WinXP) ............ 8-21

PC Camera Audio Setup ...................................... 8-22

(WinXP) ............................................................. 8-22

(Win2000) ........................................................... 8-22

AMCAP ............................................................... 8-24

Troubleshooting

Overview ..................................................................9-1

Basic Hints and Tips ................................................ 9-2

Backup and General Maintenance ........................... 9-3

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Viruses ...................................................................... 9-4

Upgrading and Adding New Hardware/Software ....9-5

Power ........................................................................9-7

Display .....................................................................9-9

Boot Password ........................................................9-10

Audio & CD Device ...............................................9-11

Keyboard ................................................................9-12

Operation ................................................................ 9-13

Modules .................................................................. 9-14

Interface (Ports & Jacks)

Built-In Microphone ................................................A-2

Card Reader Port .....................................................A-2

DC-In Jack ...............................................................A-2

External Monitor (VGA) Port .................................A-2

Headphone-Out Jack ...............................................A-2

Line-In Jack .............................................................A-2

Microphone-In Jack .................................................A-3

Mini-IEEE 1394a Port .............................................A-3

Parallel Port .............................................................A-3

RJ-11 Phone Jack ....................................................A-3

RJ-45 LAN Jack ......................................................A-3

Security Lock Slot ...................................................A-4

S/PDIF-Out Jack .....................................................A-4

S-Video-Out Jack ....................................... .............A-4

USB 2.0/1.1 Ports ...................................................A-4

Advanced Power Saving

Power Schemes and Processor Performance .......B-2

Intel CPU SpeedStep Controls .................................B-3

Windows XP Service Pack 2 ...............................B-3

Hot Key Display ......................................................B-3

Specifications

Processor Types ......................................................C-2

Core Logic .............................................................. C-2

Security ................................................................... C-2

Memory ................................................................... C-2

BIOS ....................................................................... C-2

LCD Options ........................................................... C-2

Display .................................................................... C-3

Storage .................................................................... C-3

Audio ...................................................................... C-3

Keyboard & Pointing Device .................................. C-3

PCMCIA ................................................................. C-3

Interface .................................................................. C-3

Card Reader ............................................................ C-4

Communication ....................................................... C-4

Power Management ................................................ C-4

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Power .......................................................................C-4

Environmental Spec ................................................C-4

Physical Dimensions & Weight ..............................C-5

Optional ................................................................... C-5

WLAN Module Options ..........................................C-5

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Quick Start Guide

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Chapter 1: Quick Start Guide

Overview

This Quick Start Guide is a brief introduction to the basic features of your computer, to navigating around the
computer and to getting your system started. The remainder of the manual covers the following:

• Chapter 2 A guide to using the some of the main features of the computer e.g. the storage devices (hard disk,

optical device, 4-in-1 card reader, PC Card), Hot Keys, Mail Program, Touch Pad, Mouse &
Printer.

• Chapter 3 The video and audio features of the computer.

• Chapter 4 The computer’s power saving options.

• Chapter 5 The installation of the drivers and utilities essential to the operation or improvement of some of the

computer’s subsystems.

• Chapter 6 An outline of the computer’s built-in software. or BIOS (Basic Input Output System).

• Chapter 7 Instructions for upgrading your computer.

• Chapter 8 A quick guide to the computer’s Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, and PC Camera modules (some of
which may be optional depending on your purchase configuration).

• Chapter 9 A troubleshooting guide.

• Appendix A Definitions of the interface, ports/jacks which allow your computer communicate with external
devices.

• Appendix B The computer’s advanced power features.

• Appendix C The computer’s specification.

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Quick Start Guide

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Advanced Users

If you are an advanced user you may skip over most of this Quick Start Guide. However you may find it useful
to refer to “What to Install” on page 5 - 1, “BIOS Utilities” on page 6 - 1 and “Upgrading The Computer” on

page 7 - 1 in the User’s Manual. You may also find the notes marked with a

 of interest to you.

Beginners and Not-So-Advanced Users

If you are new to computers (or do not have an advanced knowledge of them) then
the information contained in the this Quick Start Guide should be enough to get you
up and running. Eventually you should try to look through all the documentation
(more detailed descriptions of the functions, setup and system controls are covered
in the remainder of the User’s Manual), but do not worry if you do not understand
everything the first time. Keep this manual nearby and refer to it to learn as you go.
You may find it useful to refer to the notes marked with a

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gin. For a more detailed description of any of the interface ports and jacks see “In-

terface (Ports & Jacks)” on page A - 1.

Warning Boxes

No matter what your level please pay careful attention to the warning and safety information indicated by the

 symbol. Also please note the safety and handling instructions as indicated in the Preface.

Not Included

Operating Systems (e.g. Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP etc.) and applications (e.g. word processing,
spreadsheet and database programs) have their own manuals, so please consult the appropriate manuals.

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Notes

Check the light colored
boxes with the mark
above to find detailed
information about the
computer’s features.

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System Software

Your computer may already come with system software pre-installed. Where this is not the case, or where you
are re-configuring your computer for a different system, you will find this manual refers to the following oper­ating systems:

• Microsoft Windows 2000

• Microsoft Windows XP (Home & Professional Editions)

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Drivers

If you are installing new system software, or are re-configuring your computer for a different system, you will need to install
the drivers listed in “Drivers & Utilities” on page 5 - 1. Drivers are programs which act as an interface between the com­puter and a hardware component e.g. a wireless network module. It is very important that you install the drivers in the order
listed in Table 5 - 1, on page 5 - 6. You will be unable to use most advanced controls until the necessary drivers and util­ities are properly installed. If your system hasn’t been properly configured (your service representative may have already
done that for you), refer to

“What to Install” on page 5 - 1 for installation instructions.

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System Startup

1. Remove all packing materials.

2. Place the computer on a stable surface.

3. Securely atta ch any peripherals you want to use with the
notebook (e.g. keyboard and mouse) to their ports.

4. Attach the AC a dapter to the DC-In jack at the rea r o f th e
computer, then plug the AC power cord into an outlet, and
connect the AC power cord to the AC adapter.

5. Move the LCD latches in the direction of the arrows to
release the top cover (hold the left latch in position ).

6. Raise the lid/LCD to a comfortable viewing angle, and
press the power button to turn the comput er “on ”.

7. Adjust the LCD panel to a comfortable viewing angle.

8. The LED indicators show the power and battery status
of the computer, and give notification of e-mail received.

Figure 1 - 1 - AC Adapter Plugged-In & Top Panel with LCD Closed

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Shutdown

Please note that you should always shut your computer down by choosing the Shut Down/Turn Off Computer command
from the Start menu in Windows. This will help prevent hard disk or system problems.

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1. LCD Latches

2. LED Power &
Communication
Indicators

System Map: Top View with LCD Panel Open 1 - 5

Quick Start Guide

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System Map: Top View with LCD Panel Open

Figure 1 - 2 - Top View with LCD Panel Open

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5

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1. Optional Built-In PC
Camera

2. LCD

3. LED Power &
Communication
Indicators

4. LED Status Indicators

5. Quick-Key Buttons

6. Power Button

7. Keyboard

8. TouchPad and Buttons

9. Speaker

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Wireless Device

Operation Aboard

Aircraft

The use of any portable
electronic transmission
devices aboard aircraft is
usually prohibited. Make
sure the module(s) are
OFF if you are using the
computer aboard aircraft.

If you restart/shut down
the computer the power
status of the module will
remain the same as it
was before the restart/
shut down.

6

9

3

4

5

6

Quick Start Guide

1 - 6 System Map: Top View with LCD Panel Open

1

LED Indicators

The two sets of LED indicators (LED Power & Com­munication Indicators and LED Status Indicators)

on the computer display helpful information about the
current status of the computer.

Table 1 - 1 - LED Power & Communication Indicators

Table 1 - 2 - LED Status Indicators

Icon Color Description

Orange DC Power is Plugged In

Green The Computer is On

Blinking Green

The Computer is in Standby

Mode

Orange The Batte r y is Charging

Green The Battery is Fully Charged

Blinking Orange

The Battery Has Reached

Critically Low Power Status

Blinking Green New Mail Has Arrived

Icon Color Description

Green Number Lock Activated

Green Caps Lock Activated

Green

Scroll Lock Activated (to activate

press Fn & ScrLk)

Green Hard Disk Activity

Green

The Optional WLAN Module is

Powered On

Green

The Optional PC Camera

Module is Powered On

Green

The Optional Bluetooth Module

is Powered On

Quick Start Guide

System Map: Top View with LCD Panel Open 1 - 7

1

Quick-Key Buttons

These Quick-Keys give instant access to the default
Internet browser and e-mail program, and toggle pow­er to the optional module(s) (WLAN/Bluetooth/PC
Camera). Make sure you install the driver to enable the
Quick-Key functions (refer to “What to Install” on

page 5 - 1).

Table 1 - 3 - Quick-Key Buttons

Keyboard

The keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for
easy numeric data input (see Figure 1 - 3) and features
Function Keys to allow you to change operational fea­tures instantly.

Figure 1 - 3 - Keyboard

Quick-Key Function

Activate the Default E-Mail Program

Activate the Default Internet Browser

Toggle Power to the Wireless LAN Module

Toggle Power to the Optional PC Camera

Module

Toggle Power to the Optional Bluetooth

Module

Fn Key

Function Keys

Num Lk &
Scr Lk Keys

Numeric Keypad

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Other Keyboards

If your keyboard is damaged or you just want to make
a change, you can use any standard USB keyboard.
The system will detect and enable it automatically.
However special functions/hot keys unique to the sys­tem’s regular keyboard may not work.

1 - 8 System Map: Top View with LCD Panel Open

Quick Start Guide

1

Function Keys & Hot Keys

To use the function/ Hot Keys, press and hold the Fn key, then press the appropriate function key (Esc - F10
etc.). Additional Hot Keys/enhanced functions are available after installing the Hot Key driver (see“Hot Key

(Win2000/WinXP)” on page 5 - 11 &“Hot Keys” on page 2 - 8).

Table 1 - 4 - Function & Hot Keys

Key Function Key Function

Fn Function Key Fn + F7 Display Toggle

Fn + Esc Sleep Toggle Fn + F8 Decrease LCD Brightness

Fn + F1 Hot Key Help Fn + F9 Increase LCD Brightness
Fn + F3 Mute Toggle Fn + NumLk Number Lock Toggle
Fn + F5 Decrease Audio Volume Fn + ScrLk Scroll Lock Toggle
Fn + F6 Increase Audio Volume

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Special Characters

Some software applications allow the number-keys to be used with Alt to produce special characters. These special char­acters can only be produced by using the numeric keypad. Regular number keys (in the upper row o f the keyboard) will
not work. Make sure that Num Lk is on.

System Map: Front & Rear Views 1 - 9

Quick Start Guide

1

System Map: Front & Rear Views

1

2

1

Figure 1 - 4

Front & Rear Views

1. LCD Latches

2. Speaker

3. Built-In Microphone

4. S/PDIF-Out Jack

5. Microphone-In Jack

6. Headphone-Out
Jack

7. Line-In Jack

8. Vent/Fan Intake

9. DC-In Jack

10. Security Lock Slot

11. Parallel Port

12. 2 * USB 2.0 Ports

5 6 7

8

4

10 11

12

3

9

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Overheating

To prevent your computer
from overheating make
sure nothing blocks the
vent/fan intake while the
computer is in use.

1 - 10 System Map: Left View

Quick Start Guide

1

System Map: Left View

Figure 1 - 5

Left View

1. RJ-45 LAN Jack

2. S-Video-Out Jack

3. External Monitor (VGA)
Port

4. Mini-IEEE 13 94a Port

5. 2 * USB 2.0 Ports

3

1

5

2

4

5

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IEEE 1394

The Mini-IEEE 1394 port only supports SELF POW­ERED IEEE 1394 devices.

System Map: Right View 1 - 11

Quick Start Guide

1

System Map: Right View

Figure 1 - 6 - Right View

1. Optical Device Drive Bay
(for CD/DVD Device - see page

2 - 3)

2. PC Card Slot (see page 2 - 7)

3. 4-in-1 Card Reader (reads SD/
MMC/ MS & MS Pro formats ­see page 2 - 6)

4. Security Lock Slot

2

1

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Changing DVD Regional Codes

Go to the Control Panel and double-click System >
Hardware (tab), click Device Manag er, then click

the + next to DVD/CD-ROM drives. Double-click on
the DVD-ROM device to bring up the Properties di-
alogue box, and select the DVD Region (tab) to
bring up the control panel to allow you to adjust the
regional code (see “DVD Regional Codes” on

page 2 - 5).

DVD region detection is device dependent, not OS­dependent. You can select your module’s region
code 5 times. The fifth selection is permanent. This
cannot be altered even if you change your operating
system or you use the module in another computer.

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CD Emergency Eject

If you need to manually eject a CD/DVD (e.g. due to an unex­pected power interruption) you may push the end of a straight­ened paper clip into the emergency eject hole. Do not use a
sharpened pencil or similar object that may break and become
lodged in the hole.

Media Warning

Don’t try to remove a floppy disk/CD/DVD while the system is
accessing it. This may cause the system to “crash”.

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1 - 12 System Map: Bottom View

Quick Start Guide

1

System Map: Bottom View

Figure 1 - 7 - Bottom View

1. Vent/Fan Intake

2. Modem/Bluetooth &
Modem Combo Module
Cover

3. CPU Cover

4. Hard Disk/Memo ry/WLAN
(RAM) Cover

5. Battery Cover

2

1

5

3

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CPU

The CPU is not a user ser­viceable part. Opening this
compartment, or access­ing the CPU in any way,
may violate your warranty.

Overheating

To prevent your computer
from overheating make
sure nothing blocks the
vent/fan intake while the
computer is in use.

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Battery Information

Always completely discharge, then fully charge, a new battery before using it. Use the computer with battery power until it
shuts down due to a low battery. When charging the battery, don’t stop until the LED charging indicator light changes from
orange to green. Completely discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or after about 20 partial dis­charges. See “Battery Information” on page 4 - 9 for full instructions.

4

1

Windows XP Start Menu & Control Panel 1 - 13

Quick Start Guide

1

Windows XP Start Menu & Control Panel

Most of the control panels, utilities and programs within Windows XP (and most other Windows versions) are
accessed from the Start menu. When you install programs and utilities they will be installed on your hard disk
drive, and a shortcut will usually be placed in the Start menu and/or the desktop. You can cu stomize the look of
the Start menu by right-clicking the Start menu and selecting Properties from the menu.

In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel. The Control
Panel is accessed from the Start menu, and it allows you to configure the settings for most of the key features
in Windows (e.g. power, video, network, audio etc.). Windows XP provides basic controls for many of the fea­tures, however many new controls are added (or existing ones are enhanced) when you install the drivers listed
in Table 5 - 1, on page 5 - 6. To see all controls it may be necessary to toggle off Category View.

Figure 1 - 8 - Start Menu & Control Panel

Click here to toggle Category View

1 - 14 Video Features

Quick Start Guide

1

Video Features

Video Driver Controls

You can switch display devices, and configure display options, from the Display Properties control panel in

Windows as long as the video driver is installed. For further video information see “Video & Audio Controls”

on page 3 - 1.

1. Click Start, point to Settings and click Control Panel
(or click Control Panel).

2. Double-click Display (icon); Display (icon) is in the
Appearances and Themes category.

3. Click Settings (tab) in the Display Properties dialog
box.

4. Move the slider to the preferred setting in Screen area/

resolution .

5. Click the arrow, and scroll to the preferred setting In
Colors/Color quality .

6. You can also access Display Proper tie s by right­clicking the desktop and scrolling down and clicking
Properties. Click Settings (tab) and adjust as above.

7. Open the Display Properties control panel, and click

Advanced (button) to bring up the Advanced
properties tabs. Clicking through these tabs allows

you to make any video adjustments you require.

Figure 1 - 9 - Display Properties Desktop

1

2

3

Right-Click
Desktop

2

1

3

Video Features 1 - 15

Quick Start Guide

1

Display Devices & Options

Besides the built-in LCD, you can also use an external VGA monitor or TV as your display device. A VGA
monitor connects to the external monitor (VGA) port

, a TV to the S-Video-Out Jack. With the video driver in-

stalled (see “What to Install” on page 4 - 1), you can use its built-in controls to switch between the displays

modes indicated in the table below.

Table 1 - 5 - Display Options

Display Mode Description Win XP Win 2000

Single One of the connected displays is used as the display device

33

Dual Display

Clone

Both connected displays output the same view

33

Extended Desktop

Both connected displays are treated as separate devices, and act as a

virtual desktop

3

X

1 - 16 Power Management Features

Quick Start Guide

1

Power Management Features

The Power Options cont rol panel in Windows (see page 1 - 12) allows you to configure power management
features for your computer. You may conserve power throug h individual components such as the monitor or hard
disk (by means of Power Schemes), or you may use either Standby or Hibernate mode to conserve power
throughout the system (enable Hibernate support from the control panel as pictured in Figure 1 - 10). Pay at-
tention to the instructions on battery care in “Battery Information” on page 4 - 9.

Figure 1 - 10 - Power Options

The computer’s power button, sleep button (Fn + F4 key combination), and Lid Sensor may be set to send
the computer in to either Standby or Hibernate mode.

Power Saving and Performance

Power Schemes may have an affect on your computer performance (see “Power Schemes” on page 4 - 4).

Features & Components

Overview 2 - 1

2

Chapter 2: Features & Components

Overview

Read this chapter to learn more about the following main features and compo­nents of the computer:

• The Hard Disk Drive

• The Optical (CD/DVD) Device

• The 4-in-1 Card Reader

• The PC Card Slot

• The Hot Keys

• The Check Mail Program

• The TouchPad & Buttons/Mouse

• Adding a Printer (general guidelines)

Features & Components

2 - 2 Hard Disk Drive

2

Hard Disk Drive

The hard disk drive is used to store your data in the computer. The hard disk
can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5" IDE hard disk drives with a height
of 9.5 mm.

The hard disk is accessible from the bottom of your computer as seen be­low. Further details on removing and inserting the hard disk are available in

“Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive(s)” on page 7 - 4.

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Power Safety

Before attempting to
access any of the inter­nal components of
your computer please
ensure that the ma­chine is not connected
to the AC power, and
that the machine is
turned off. Also ensure
that all peripheral ca­bles, including phone
lines, are disconnected
from the computer.

Figure 2 - 1

Hard Disk Location

1

Hard Disk

1

Features & Components

Optical Device 2 - 3

2

Optical Device

There is a bay for a 5.25" optical (CD/DVD) device (12.7mm height). The ac­tual device will depend on the model you purchased (see “Storage” on page C

- 3). The optical device is usually labeled “Drive D:” and may be used as a

boot device if properly set in the BIOS (see “Startup Menu” on page 6 - 8).

Loading Discs

To insert a CD/DVD, press the open button and carefully place a CD/DVD
onto the disc tray with label-side facing up (use just enough force for the disc
to click onto the tray’s spindle). Gently push the CD/DVD tray in until its lock
“clicks” and you are ready to start. The busy indicator will light up while
data is being accessed, or while an audio/video CD, or DVD, is playing. If
power is unexpectedly interrupted, insert an object such as a straightened pa­per clip into the emergency eject hole to open the tray.

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Sound Volume

Adjustment

How high the sound
volume can be set de­pends on the setting of
the volume control
within Windows. Click
the Volume icon on
the taskbar to check
the setting.

Peripherals must be
connected before you
turn on the system.

Figure 2 - 2

Optical Device

1

2

3

1

2

3

Features & Components

2 - 4 Optical Device

2

Handling CDs or DVDs

Proper handling of your CDs/DVDs will prevent them from being damaged.
Please follow the advice below to make sure that the data stored on your CDs/
DVDs can be accessed.

Note the following:

• Hold the CD or DVD by the edges; do not touch the surface of the disc.

• Use a clean, soft, dry cloth to remove dust or fingerprints.

• Do not write on the surface with a pen.

• Do not attach paper or other materials to the surface of the disc.

• Do not store or place the CD or DVD in high-temperature areas.

• Do not use benzene, thinner, or other cleaners to clean the CD or DVD.

• Do not bend the CD or DVD.

• Do not drop or subject the CD or DVD to shock.

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CD Emergency

Eject

If you need to manually
eject a CD (e.g. due to
an unexpected power
interruption) you may
push the end of a
straightened paper clip
into the emergency
eject hole. However
please do NOT use a
sharpened pencil or
similar object that may
break and become
lodged in the hole.

Disk Eject Warning

Don’t try to remove a
CD/DVD while the sys­tem is accessing it.
This may cause the
system to “crash”.

Features & Components

Optical Device 2 - 5

2

DVD Regional Codes

To change the DVD regional codes see “Changing DVD Regional Codes” on

page 1 - 11.

.

DVD Regional Coding

Region Geographical Location

1 USA, Canada

2

Western Europe, Japan, South

Africa, Middle East & Egypt

3

South-East Asia, Taiwan,

South Korea, The Philippines,

Indonesia, Hong Kong

4

South & Central America,

Mexico, Australia,

New Zealand

5

N Korea, Russia, Eastern

Europe, India & Most of Africa

6China

Table 2 - 1

DVD Regional Coding

Figure 2 - 3

DVD Regions

Features & Components

2 - 6 4-in-1 Card Reader

2

4-in-1 Card Reader

The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards. Push
the card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device.

• MMC (MultiMedia Card)

• SD (Secure Digital)

• MS (Memory Stick)

• MS (Memory Stick Pro)

The cards will appear as removable disks on the computer and can be accessed
in the same way as your hard disk (s).

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Card Reader Cover

Make sure you keep the
cover in the card reader
when not is use. This will
help prevent foreign objects
and/or dust getting in to the
card reader.

Figure 2 - 4

Removable Disks

Features & Components

PC Card Slot 2 - 7

2

PC Card Slot

The computer is equipped with a PCMCIA 3.3V/5V slot for one type II PC
Card. Make sure you install the driver for the PC Card (see “What to Install”

on page 5 - 1).

Inserting and Removing PC Cards

• Align the PC Card with the slot and push it in until it locks into place.

• To remove a PC Card, simply press the eject button next to the slot.

Figure 2 - 5

PC Card Slot

1

1

Features & Components

2 - 8 Hot Keys

2

Hot Keys

In addition to the basic function key combinations, enhanced Hot Key func­tions are available when the driver is installed (see “What to Install” on

page 5 - 1).

After installing the Hot Key driver an icon will appear in the taskbar. Dou­ble-click the icon to bring up the configuration menu. Th e configuration menu
allows you to set the time for the specific menus to be displayed on screen.
Click OK to minimize the program. If you click the close icon you will
need to run the program again from the Start menu in Windows (Start > Pro-
grams/All Programs > Startup > HotKey Driver).

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Application Note

The Hot Key functions
(see “HotKey/Quick-

Key Functions” on
page 2 - 9) will only be

displayed if the pro­gram is running (i.e.
the icon is displayed
in the taskbar). If you
have closed the pro­gram you can run it
again from the Start
menu (Start > Pro-

grams > Startup >
HotKey Driver) in

Windows.

Figure 2 - 6

HotKey Driver

Configuration & Help

Menu

Features & Components

Hot Keys 2 - 9

2

Hot Key /

Quick-Key

Function

Fn + F1

Activate the Help Menu

See Figure 2 - 6 on page 2 - 8

Fn + F8 Decrease LCD Brightness
Fn + F9 Increase LCD Brightness

Plug-In/Remove AC

Adapter

Displays CPU SpeedStep

Mode

Displays WLAN Module

Power State

Displays PC Camera

Module Power State

Displays Bluetooth Module

Power State

Table 2 - 2

HotKey/Quick-Key

Functions

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Hot Key Note

The Help menu will dis­play the function key
features, current Bat­tery Life, Power State
and CPU Temperature
information. When you
plug-in/remove the AC
adapter to/from the
DC-In Jack, the CPU
SpeedStep mode will
be displayed (see

“CPU SpeedStep
Controls (Power
Menu)” on page 6 -

14).

Features & Components

2 - 10 Check Mail Program

2

Check Mail Program

After you have installed the driver for the Check Mail program (see “What to

Install” on page 5 - 1) you may then configure it to gi ve notification when

new mail is received. You must be online to receive this notification (note that
this program only supports the POP3 protocol), and your default mail pro­gram does not need to be open.

If you have installed the driver using the default settings, the CheckMail pro­gram appears in the Startup menu (Start > Programs/All Programs > Star-
tup > CheckMail).

Figure 2 - 7

Check Mail Program

(Startup Menu)

Features & Components

Check Mail Program 2 - 11

2

Clicking on Check Mail will bring up the following options menu.

You may then configure the options for your mail server, u ser name, and pass­word. Click Enable Check Mail to have the program check the mail server
for new mail, and set the interval (in seconds). Click SAVE to keep the set­tings, and Hide to minimize the program. After clicking Hide, the program
will be accessible by double-clicking the icon

in the taskbar. If you click

the close icon in the Check Mail control panel you will need to run the pro­gram again from the Start menu in Windows.

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Note

Check with your Inter­net Service Provider,
network administrator
or Mail Service provid­er for details on what to
put on these pages.

Figure 2 - 8

Check Mail

Account Setup and

Options

Features & Components

2 - 12 Check Mail Program

2

You may enable an audible warning for received mail by clicking on Set Mail
Wave, and browsing to a .WAV sound file to use for mail notification. Click
Enable play wave for mail arrival, and SAVE to save the settings.

Figure 2 - 9

Check Mail Enabled

Figure 2 - 10

Set Mail Wave

Features & Components

TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse 2 - 13

2

TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse

The TouchPad is a device for pointing (controlling input positioning) on the
computer’s display screen by sensing finger movement, and downward pres­sure.

It is an alternative to the mouse; however, you can also add a mouse to

your computer through one of the USB ports.

The TouchPad buttons function in much the same way as a two-button mouse.
The central button may be configured to function as you require (see Figure

2 - 11 on page 2 - 14 for screen examples).

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Mouse Driver

If you are using an ex­ternal mouse your op­erating system may be
able to auto-configure
your mouse during its
installation or only en­able its basic functions.
Be sure to check the
device’s user docu­mentation for details.

Features & Components

2 - 14 TouchPad and Buttons/Mouse

2

Configuring the TouchPad and Buttons

Once you have installed the TouchPad drivers (see “What to Install” on

page 5 - 1) you can configure the functions by double-clicking the TouchPad

driver icon on the taskbar. You may then configure the TouchPad tapping,
buttons, scrolling, pointer motion and sensitivity options to your preferences.
You will find further information on this at www.synaptics.com.

Figure 2 - 11

Mouse Properties

Features & Components

Adding a Printer 2 - 15

2

Adding a Printer

The most commonly used peripheral is a printer. The following conventions
will help you to add a printer, however it is always best to refer to the printer
manual for specific instructions and configuration options.

USB Printer

Most new printers have a USB interface connection. You may use any one of
the ports to connect the printer.

Install Instructions:

1. Set up the printer according to its instructions (unpacking, paper tray, toner/
ink cartridge etc.).

2. Turn ON the computer.

3. Turn ON the printer.

4. Connect the printer’s USB cable to one of the USB ports on the computer.

5. Windows will identify the printer and either load one of its own drivers or
ask you to supply one. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Parallel Printer

This is still a very common type of printer. The install instructions are in the
sidebar.

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Parallel Printer

After setting up the
printer attach the paral­lel cable to the printer.

Connect the printer’s
parallel cable to the
Parallel port.

Turn ON the printer,
then the computer.

Windows will identify
the printer and either
load one of its own
drivers or ask you to
supply one. Follow the
on-screen instructions.

Features & Components

2-16

2

Video & Audio Controls

Overview 3 - 1

3

Chapter 3: Video & Audio Controls

Overview

This chapter covers:

• Keyboard Video Controls

• Dynamic Video Memory Technology

• Display Properties

• Intel Extreme Graphics 2 for Mobile

• Display Devices

• Multi Monitor Modes

•TV System

• Audio Features

Note: All operating system pictures in this manual are from the Microsoft
Windows XP OS.

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Drivers

You are unable to use
most advanced con­trols until the neces­sary drivers and
utilities are properly in­stalled. If your system
hasn’t been properly
configured (your ser­vice representative
may have already
done that for you), re­fer to “What to In-

stall” on page 5 - 1 for

installation instruc­tions.

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Protecting the LCD

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 Lid Sensor.

Video & Audio Controls

3 - 2 Advanced Video Controls

3

Advanced Video Controls

This section is about making adjustments for the LCD, and switching display
devices. You can switch display devices with the Fn + Display (F7) toggle.

Keyboard Video Controls

As you open the lid, adjust it so you can look at the screen straight on, without
any glare. If necessary, adjust the brightness controls (Fn + F8/F9). If the Hot
Key driver is installed indicators wil l appear on screen to indicate the level of
brightness when you press the Fn + F8/F9 key combination (see “Hot Keys”

on page 2 - 8).

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Protecting the LCD

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 lid sensor.

Figure 3 - 1

Brightness

Controls

F9

F8F7

Fn

Video & Audio Controls

Advanced Video Controls 3 - 3

3

Dynamic Video Memory Technology

Intel® DVMT automatically and dynamically allocates as much (up to 64MB)
system memory (RAM) as needed to the video system (the video driver must
be installed - see “What to Install” on page 5 - 1). DVMT returns whatever
memory is no longer needed to the operating system.

System Memory Maximum Memory Allocated for Graphics by DVMT

0MB - 127MB Not Supported
128 MB - 256MB 32MB
256MB - Maximum Memory 64MB

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DVMT Notes

DVMT is not user-con­figurable.

DVMT is not local vid­eo memory.

DVMT will not function
in MS-DOS. DOS uses
the legacy memory in­dicated.

*Note: The video driv­ers for Windows 2000
require Service Pack 1
or later to run correctly.
Check with the Mi-

crosoft Windows 2000

support site for the lat­est updates.

Table 3 - 1

DVMT Memory

Requirements

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Information Tab

The information tab in Intel(R) 82852/
82855 GM/GME Graphics Controller
Properties (Control Panel) lists details

of your computer’s memory etc. See “In-

tel Extreme Graphics 2 for Mobile” on
page 3 - 6 to see how to access this Infor-

mation tab.

Video & Audio Controls

3 - 4 Display Properties

3

Display Properties

The video interface lets you change the screen resolution and color output to
whatever is most comfortable/efficient for you. This is a matter of hardware,
video memory and the driver for your operating system. The driver interface
shows the available options (see “LCD Options” on page C - 2 for LCD spec­ifications).

You can switch display devices from the Display Properties control panel in

Windows as long as the video driver is installed (see “What to Install” on

page 4 - 1).

Making Adjustments for the Display

The higher the resolution you set the LCD for, the more inf ormation the LCD
can display on screen. To change the LCD’s resolution and color depth go to
the Display Properties control panel:

1. Click Start, point to Settings and click Control Panel (or click Control
Panel).

2. Double-click Display (icon); Display is in Appearance and Themes
(category).

3. In the Display Properties dialog box, click Settings (tab).

4. In Screen area/Screen resolution, move the slider to the preferred setting
for resolution (see in Figure 3 - 2 on page 3 - 5).

5. In Colors/Color quality, click the arrow and scroll to the preferred setting
for color depth (see in Figure 3 - 2 on page 3 - 5).

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Screen Resolution/

Screen Area Note

You may set the reso­lution to a higher set­ting than the panel
supports, however this
will require you to pan
(scroll) around the
screen as the display
area will be larger than
what you can see on
the LCD.

1

2

Video & Audio Controls

Display Properties 3 - 5

3

When the Display Properties control panel is open, click the Advanced
(button) to bring up the options tabs. Clicking through these tabs allows you
to make any video adjustments you require (see sidebar for information on the
Intel driver controls).

Figure 3 - 2

Display Properties

&

Advanced Options

2

3

1

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Intel(R) Extreme

Graphics 2 for

Mobile

You can click Graph­ics Properties (but-
ton) in the Intel(R)
Extreme Graphics 2
for Mobile tab (in the
Display Properties >
Advanced options) to

access the screens in

Figure 3 - 4 on page 3

- 7.

3

Video & Audio Controls

3 - 6 Display Properties

3

Intel Extreme Graphics 2 for Mobile

After installing the video driver there will be an additional control panel en­titled Intel(R) Extreme Graphics 2M. Access the control panel as follows:

1. Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click Control Panel (or click Con­trol Panel).

2. Double-click Intel(R) Extreme Graphics 2M (icon) to bring up the Intel(R)
82852/82855 GM/GME Graphics Controller Properties (click Switch to
Classic View if you don’t see all the icons).

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Taskbar Icon

You can also access
the controller proper­ties from the taskbar.
Click on the icon to
bring up the menu and
scroll to Graphics Op-

tions > Graphics
Properties.

If you cannot see the
tray icon go to the In-

tel(R) Extreme
Graphics 2 for Mobile
tab (in the Display
Properties > Ad­vanced options) and
click the “Show Tray
Icon” tickbox.

Figure 3 - 3

Intel Extreme

Graphics Control

Panel

Video & Audio Controls

Display Properties 3 - 7

3

You may make changes to the Devices, Color, Schemes, Hot Keys by clicking
the appropriate tab and adjusting the setting, then clicking OK. The Informa­tion and Open GL tabs display useful information about the graphics proper­ties of the computer, and the Support item in the Information tab has weblinks
to the latest information (drivers, troubleshooting issues etc.) on the Intel
Website.

Figure 3 - 4

Intel 82852/82855

GM/GME Graphics

Controller Properties

Video & Audio Controls

3 - 8 Display Properties

3

Schemes

Use Schemes to configure quick settings for applications which require spe­cific resolution and color settings in order to run properly e.g. games, multi­media programs. To set the schemes:

1. Go to the Intel(R) 8 28 52/82855 GM/GME Graphics Controller Properties
control panel (see “Intel Extreme Graphics 2 for Mobile” on page 3 - 6).

2. Click on Schemes (tab).

3. Select New to setup the scheme, and type a name in the dialog box that
pops up, then click OK.

4. Click on the scheme name you had typed in the Schemes box, and choose
the option you wish to use from the Video Modes box.

5. Browse to the executable file for the application you want to set a scheme
for (see sidebar), and click Open to select it.

6. Click Save to save the settings (you can click in the "Reset On Exit" box to
return to your original settings when you exit the program).

7. When you want to run the program, select it from the Schemes box and
click "Invoke" to run the highlighted program in the chosen video setting
(alternatively you can select it from Display Modes by clicking on the icon
option in the taskbar at the bottom right of the screen).

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Application.exe

You will need to locate
the actual application
executable (.exe) file,
not just the shortcut.
To find the application
right-click its shortcut
on the desktop click

Properties. Click the
Shortcut (tab) and see

where the executable
file is located by click­ing the Find Target
(button). Note the loca­tion and you will then
be able to browse to
this file.

Video & Audio Controls

Display Devices 3 - 9

3

Display Devices

Besides the built-in LCD, you can also use an external VGA monitor or TV
as your display device. A VGA monitor connects to the external monitor
(VGA) port

, a TV to the S-Video-Out Jack .

Switching/Enabling Displays (Keyboard)

You can switch display devices with the Fn + Display (F7) toggle. With the
video driver installed, you also can use its built-in controls to switch the dis-

play options. If you haven’t installed the video driver, refer to (see “What to

Install” on page 4 - 1) for setup instructions. To switch the display options:

1. Plug the VGA monitor and/or TV into the appropriate port/jack.

2. Press and hold the Fn key, while simultaneously pressing the F7 key.

3. You may toggle through the options to display the notebook’s LCD only, the
external display alone, and the notebook’s LCD and the external display
together (make sure you allow time for the screens to refresh).

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Using the Driver to

Switch Displays

If you only use the key­board toggle to switch
through the display op­tions you will not have
all the configuration
options available to
you. If you want to ac­cess the options listed
here use the driver
control panel to config­ure the settings as per

“Switching/Enabling
Displays (Driver)” on
page 3 - 10.

Figure 3 - 5

Left Side View

1 2

2 1

Video & Audio Controls

3 - 10 Display Devices

3

Switching/Enabling Displays (Driver)

With the video driver installed (see “What to Install” on page 5 - 1), you can
use its built-in controls to switch between the displays as follows:

1. Plug the VGA monitor or TV into the appropriate port/jack (see page 3 - 9).

2. Go to the Intel( R) 8 2852/82 855 GM/GME Graphics Controller Properties
control panel (see “Intel Extreme Graphics 2 for Mobile” on page 3 - 6)
and select Devices (tab).

3. Choose the display option from the list on the left and click Apply (and OK
to confirm the settings change).

4. You can choose a device to be Primary or Secondary.

See the following pages for instructions on enabling Clone and Extended
Desktop modes.

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Vertical Refresh

Rate

The vertical refresh rate
of your monitor is impor­tant. If it is too low and/or
you’re using fluorescent
lighting, the screen will
appear to flicker. To re­duce flickering on a 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 mon­itors (without drivers) is
60Hz.

Figure 3 - 6

Switching Display

Settings

Video & Audio Controls

Display Devices 3 - 11

3

Multi-Monitor Modes

In addition to the single LCD display mode you have the following Multi­Monitor modes available when an external monitor or TV is attached.

Intel(R) Dual Display Clone

This mode will drive multiple displays with the same content. Use this feature
to display the screen through a projector for a presentation.

Extended Desktop

This mode allows a desktop to span multiple displays and acts as a large work­space. This creates a lot more screen area for display. Use the Display Prop-
erties control panel to drag the monitors to match the physical arrangement
you wish to use, or you may also use the Extended Desktop Settings control
panel tab in Intel(R) 82852/82855 GM/GME Graphics Controller Proper-
ties to configure the relative size and position.

Video & Audio Controls

3 - 12 Display Devices

3

To Enable Dual Display Clone Mode:

1. Plug the VGA monitor or TV into the appropriate port/jack (see page 3 - 9).

2. Go to the Intel( R) 8 2852/82 855 GM/GME Graphics Controller Properties
control panel (see “Intel Extreme Graphics 2 for Mobile” on page 3 - 6)
and select Devices (tab).

3. Click the Intel(R) Dual Display Clone icon in the devices tab (Note: this
option is only available when you have attached a monitor or TV).

4. Choose which device is to be the Primary display, and which is to be
Secondary.

5. Adjust the settings by clicking the Device Settings (button) if necessary.

6. Click Apply > OK and close the control panels.

Figure 3 - 7

Device Settings

(Clone Mode)

Video & Audio Controls

Display Devices 3 - 13

3

To Enable Extended Desktop Mode:

1. Plug the VGA monitor or TV into the appropriate port/jack (see page 3 - 9).

2. Go to the Intel( R) 8 2852/82 85 5 GM/GME Graphics Controller Properties
control panel (see “Intel Extreme Graphics 2 for Mobile” on page 3 - 6)
and select Devices (tab).

3. Click the Extended Desktop icon in the devices tab (Note: this option is
only available when you have attached a monitor or TV).

4. Choose which device is to be the Primary display, and which is to be
Secondary.

5. Adjust the settings by clicking the Device Settings (button) if necessary.

6. Click Apply > OK and close the control panels.

You can also enable the Extended Desktop mode from the Display Properties
control panel (see “Display Properties” on page 3 - 4).

Figure 3 - 8

Device Settings

(Extended Desktop

Mode)

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Device Settings

Extended Desktop

You can have different
Colors, Screen Area
and Monitor Refresh
Rates for each display
device provid ed your

monitor can support
them.

You can drag the mon­itor icons to match the
physical layout of your
displays. Icons and
programs may also be
dragged between the
displays.

Click the appropriate monitor icon and
drag it to match the physical arrangement
you wish to use (e.g. the secondary dis­play may be extended to the left or right
of the primary display).

Click Device Settings to make
adjustments to the display settings.

Video & Audio Controls

3 - 14 Display Devices

3

To Enable Extended Desktop (Display Properties)

1. Plug the VGA monitor or TV into the appropriate port/jack (see page 3 - 9).

2. Click Start, point to Settings (or just click Control Panel) and click Control
Panel (if you are in Category View choose Appearance and Themes).

3. Double-click Display (icon).

4. In the Display Properties dialog box, click Settings (tab).

5. Click the monitor icon (e.g. ), and make sure you have checked “Extend
my Windows desktop onto this monitor.” and click Apply.

6. Use the control panel to drag the monitors to match the physical
arrangement you wish to use. In the example shown in Figure 3 - 9 the
primary monitor is on the left, the secondary display is on the right. You
can drag any icons or windows across to either display desktop, which
makes it possible to have one program visible in one of the displays, and a
different program visible in the other display.

Figure 3 - 9

Display Properties

(Extended Desktop

Mode)

2

Click the appropriate monitor
icon to be able to select the op­tion to extend the desktop on
to it.

1

Video & Audio Controls

Display Devices 3 - 15

3

TV System

If you are using a TV as a display device you may change the video standard
to NTSC or PAL as follows:

1. Plug the VGA monitor or TV into the appropriate port/jack (see page 3 - 9).

2. Go to the Intel( R) 8 2852/82 85 5 GM/GME Graphics Controller Properties
control panel (see “Intel Extreme Graphics 2 for Mobile” on page 3 - 6)
and select Devices (tab).

3. Choose the display mode (Television, Clone or Extended Desktop) and
set the device to be Primary or Secondary if required.

4. Adjust the settings by clicking the Device Settings (button).

5. Choose the appropriate TV system from Video Standard dropbox.

Figure 3 - 10

TV Video Standard

Video & Audio Controls

3 - 16 Audio Features

3

Audio Features

You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sounds and
Audio Devices /Sounds and Multimedia Windows control panel (see

Figure 1 - 8 on page 1 - 13). Additional audio controls are available from the

Sound Effect Manager icon in the taskbar/control panel, and the AV Rack
program icon on the desktop. Adjust the volume by means of the Fn + F5/
F6 key combination.

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Sound Volume

Adjustment

How high the sound
volume can be set us­ing the volume control
knob depends on the
setting of the volume
control within Win-
dows. Click the
Speaker icon on the
taskbar to check the
setting.

Figure 3 - 11

Audio

Configuration

Controls

Power Management

Overview 4 - 1

4

Chapter 4: Power Management

Overview

To conserve power, especially when using the battery, your computer uses the
ACPI power management system. Power management conserves power by
controlling individual components of the computer (the monitor and hard disk
drive) or the whole system.

This chapter covers:

• The Power Sources

• Turning On the Computer

•Power Schemes

• System Power Options (Standby and Hibernate)

• Configuring the Power Button

• Battery Information

Advanced Configuration and Power Interface

The ACPI interface provides the computer with enhanced power saving tech­niques and gives the operating system (OS) direct control over the power and
thermal states of devices and processors. For example, it enables the OS to set
devices into low-power states based on user settings and information from ap­plications. ACPI is fully supported in Windows 2000 and Windows XP.

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OS Note

Power management
functions will vary
slightly depending on
your operating system.
For more information it
is best to refer to the
user’s manual of your
operating system.

(Note: All pictures
used on the following
pages are from the
Windows XP OS.)

Power Management

4 - 2 The Power Sources

4

The Power Sources

The computer can be powered by either an AC adapter or a battery pack.

AC Adapter

Use only the AC adapter that comes with your computer. The wrong type of
AC adapter will damage the computer and its components.

1. Attach the AC adapter to the DC-in jack at the rear of the computer.

2. Plug the AC po we r co rd in to an outlet, an d th en conn ect the AC p ower cor d
to the AC adapter.

3. Raise the lid/LCD to a comfortab le viewing angle.

4. Press the power button to turn “On”.

Battery

The battery allows you to use your computer while you are on the road or
when an electrical outlet is unavailable. Battery life varies depending on the
applications and the configuration you're using. To increase battery life, let
the battery discharge completely before recharging (see “How do I com-

pletely discharge the battery?” on page 4 - 12).

We recommend that you do not remove the battery. For more information on
the battery, please refer to “Battery Information” on page 4 - 9.

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Power Button as

Standby or

Hibernate Button

If you are using a fully
ACPI-compliant OS,
(such as Windows

2000 Professional, or
Windows XP) you can

use the OS’s “Power
Options” control panel
to set the power button
to send the system into
Standby or Hibernate
mode (see your OS’s
documentation, or

“Configuring the
Power Button” on
page 4 - 8 for details).

Power Management

Turning on the Computer 4 - 3

4

Turning on the Computer

Now you are ready to begin using your computer. To turn it on simply press
the power button on the front panel.

When the computer is on, you can use the power button as a Standby/Hiber­nate/Shutdown hot-key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds
(pressing and holding the power button for longer than this will shut the com­puter down). Use Power Options in the Windows control panel to configure
this feature.

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Shutdown

Note that you should
always shut your com­puter down by choos­ing the Shut Down/

Turn Off Computer

command from the

Start menu in Win­dows. This will help

prevent hard disk or
system problems.

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Forced Off

If the system “hangs”, and the Ctrl + Alt + Del key combination doesn’t work, press
the power button for 4 seconds, or longer, to force the system to turn itself off.

Power Management

4-4Power Schemes

4

Power Schemes

You can set your computer to conserve power through individual components
by means of Power Schemes. You can also adjust the settings for each
scheme to set the monitor to turn off after a specified time, and the computer's
hard disk motor to turn off if the hard disk drive has not been accessed for a
specified period of time (if the system reads or writes data, the hard disk motor
will be turned back on). The schemes may also be set to set a specified time
for the system to enter Standby or Hibernate modes (see “System Power Op-

tions” on page 4 - 6).

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Resuming
Operation

The system can re­sume from Monitor or
Hard Disk Standby by
pressing a key on the
keyboard.

Figure 4 - 1

Power Schemes

Power Management

Power Schemes 4 - 5

4

Each Windows Power Scheme will also adjust the processor performance of
your machine in order to save power. This is worth bearing in mind if yo u are
experiencing any reduced performance (especially under DC/battery power).

Choose the Home/Office Desk scheme for maximum performance when the
computer is powered from an AC power source. Choose the Max Battery
scheme (bear in mind that this scheme may slow down the overall perfor­mance of the computer in order to save power) for maximum power saving
when the computer is battery (DC power) powered. Windows will use Porta-
ble/Laptop as the default scheme.

For advanced information see “Power Schemes and Processor Perfor-

mance” on page B - 2.

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CPU SpeedStep

Controls & CPU

Performance

If you have a Pentium
M processor, the set-
tings for CPU Speed­Step Controls will

have an affect on the
CPU’s speed and per­formance (in order to
save power under cer­tain conditions). See

“Intel CPU Speed­Step Controls” on
page B - 3 for more

details on how the set­tings control the CPU
speed and perfor­mance. If you have a
Celeron M Processor
the settings are emu­lated by CPU throttling.

Power Management

4 - 6 System Power Options

4

System Power Options

You can use the system power options to stop the computer’s operation and
restart where you left off. This system features Standby and Hibernate sleep
mode levels (Hibernate mode will need to be enabled by clicking the option
in the Hibernate tab in the Power Options control panel - Figure 4 - 2 on

page 4 - 7).

Hibernate Mode vs. Shutdown

Hibernate mode and Shutdown are the same in that the system is off and you
need to press the power button to turn it on. Their main difference is:

When you come back from hibernation, you can return to where you last left
off (what was on your desktop) without reopening the application(s) and
file(s) you last used.

You can use either method depending on your needs.

Standby Mode vs. Hibernate Mode

If you want to stay away from your work for just a while, you can put the sys­tem on standby instead of in hibernation. It takes a longer time to wak e up the
system from Hibernate mode than from Standby mode.

Power Management

System Power Options 4 - 7

4

Standby

Standby saves the least amount of power, but takes the shortest time to return
to full operation. During Standby the hard disk is turned off, and the CPU is
made to idle at its slowest speed. All open applications are retained in memo­ry. When you are not using your computer for a certain length of time, which
you specify in the operating system, it will enter Standby mode to save power.

Hibernate

Hibernate uses no power and saves all of your information on a part of the
HDD before it turns the system off. Although it saves the most power it takes
the longest time to return to full operation. You can set your computer to au­tomatically enter Hibernate mode when the battery power is almost depleted.
You will need to enable Hibernate mode from the Hibernate tab in the Power
Options control panel. The system will resume from Hibernate mode by
pressing the power button.

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System Resume

The system can resume
from Standby mode by:

• Pressing the power
button

• Pressing a key on the
keyboard

• An alarm resume that
is enabled and expires

• An incoming call
received on the
modem (if enabled)

• Network card activity
(if enabled)

Figure 4 - 2

Enable Hibernation

Power Management

4 - 8 Configuring the Power Button

4

Configuring the Power Button

The power button may be set to send the computer in to either Standby or Hi­bernate mode (Figure 4 - 3). In Standby mode, the LED will flash

green. In Hibernate mode the LED will be off. If you are in a power saving
mode set to save power through individual components (e.g. hard disk, mon­itor), the LED will remain green.

Figure 4 - 3

Power Options

(Advanced - Power

Buttons)

(Sleep) Button

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Sleep Button

You may also configure the Sleep/Resume key combination (Fn + Esc) from the
menu illustrated in Figure 4 - 3. In Windows this is referred to as the Sleep button.

Power Button Sleep/ResumeLid

Power Management

Battery Information 4 - 9

4

Battery Information

Please follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery.

New Battery

Always completely discharge, then fully charge, a new battery (see “Battery

FAQ” on page 4 - 12 for instructions on how to do this).

Battery Life

Your computer’s battery life is dependent upon many factors, including the
programs you are running, and peripheral devices attached. Power Options
(you may set low battery Alarms and actions, and check the Power Meter
from the Power Options control panel), and settings in the OS will help pro­long the battery life if configured appropriately.

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Low Battery

Warning

When the battery is
critically low, immedi­ately connect the AC
adapter to the comput­er or save your work,
otherwise, the un­saved data will be lost
when the power is de­pleted.

Figure 4 - 4

Power Options

(Alarm & Power

Meter)

Power Management

4 - 10 Battery Information

4

Battery life may be shortened through improper maintenance. To optimize
the life and improve its performance, fully discharge and recharge the
battery at least once every 30 days.

We recommend that you do not remove the battery yourself. If you do need to
remove the battery for any reason see “Removing the Battery” on page 7 - 3.

Recharging the Battery with the AC Adapter

The battery pack automatically recharges when the AC adapter is attached and
plugged into an electrical outlet. If the computer is powered on, and in use, it
will take several hours to fully recharge the battery. When the computer is
turned off but plugged into an electrical outlet, battery charge time is less. (Re­fer to “LED Indicators” on page 1 - 6 for information on the battery charge
status, and to “Battery Information” on page 4 - 9 for more information on
how to maintain and properly recharge the battery pack.)

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Conserving

Battery Power

To conserve battery pow­er:

Lower the brightness lev­el of the LCD display. The
system will decrease LCD
brightness slightly to save
power when it is not pow­ered by the AC adapter.

Close modem or commu­nication applications
when they are not being
used.

Remove any unused PC
Cards from the computer
(PC Cards quickly use up
battery power even if the
system enters sleep
mode).

Disconnect any unneces­sary external devices.

Power Management

Battery Information 4 - 11

4

Proper handling of the Battery Pack

• DO NOT disassemble the battery pack under any circumstances

• DO NOT expose the battery to fire or high temperatures, it may explode

• DO NOT connect the metal terminals (+, -) to each other

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Damaged Battery Warning

Should you notice any physical defects (e.g. the battery is bent out of shape after
being dropped), or any unusual smells emanating from th e notebook batte ry, shut
your computer down immediately and contact your service center. If the battery has
been dropped we do not recommend using it any further, as even if the computer
continues to work with a damaged battery in place, it may cause circuit damage,
which may possibly result in fire. It is recommended that you replace your computer
battery every two years.

Power Management

4 - 12 Battery Information

4

Battery FAQ

How do I completely discharge the battery?

Use the computer with battery power until it shuts down due to a low battery.
Don’t turn off the computer by yourself even when you see a message that in­dicates the battery is critically low, just let the computer use up all of the bat­tery power and shut down on its own. Disable the Power Options functions
in the Control Panel, especially any Alarms (unclick the tickboxes - see 4 -

9) and Schemes (change all the settings to Never - see page 4 - 4). As the bat-

tery nears the end of its life save and close any critical files.

How do I fully charge the battery?

When charging the battery, don’t stop until the LED charging indicator light
changes from orange to green.

How do I maintain the battery?

Completely discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or af­ter about 20 partial discharges.

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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.

Drivers & Utilities

What to Install 5 - 1

5

Chapter 5: Drivers & Utilities

This chapter deals with installing the drivers and
utilities essential to the operation or improvement
of some of the computer’s subsystems. The system
takes advantage of some newer hardware compo­nents for which the latest versions of most available
operating systems haven’t built in drivers and utili­ties. Thus, some of the system components won’t
be auto-configured with an appropriate driver or
utility during operating system installation. Instead,
you need to manually install some system-required
drivers and utilities. In this chapter, we group driver
and utility installation instructions by operating
system. The following operating systems are cov­ered.

• Windows 2000 Pr ofessiona l

• Windows XP Professional and Home Editions

What to Install

The Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Manual
CD-ROM contains the drivers and utilities neces-

sary for the proper operation of the computer. (The

Intel Wireless LAN module driver, and the op­tional Bluetooth, and PC Camera module drivers

are on separate CD-ROMs supplied.) Table 5 - 1,

on page 5 - 6 lists what you need to install manually

according to your choice of the operating system,
and it is very important that the drivers are in-
stalled in the order indicated.

Module Driver Installation

The procedures for installing drivers for the Wire­less LAN, Bluetooth, and PC Camera modules

are provided in “Modules” on page 8 - 1. Make
sure that the drivers are installed in the order indi­cated in Table 5 - 1, on page 5 - 6. Only install driv­ers for modules included in your purchase option.

Drivers & Utilities

5 - 2 What to Install

5

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Navigate (Browse..) to D:

You will notice that many of the instructions for driver
installation require you to “Navigate (Browse) to D:”.
We assume that you will install all drivers and utilities
from the built-in CD device and it is assigned to “Drive
D:”. In addition, all file extensions can be seen

In this case “D:” is the drive specified for your CD de­vice. Not all computers are setup the same way, and
some computers have the CD listed under a different
drive letter - e.g. if you have two hard drives (or hard
disk partitions) one may be designated as “Drive C:”
and the other as “Drive D:”. In this case the CD device
may be designated as “Drive E:” - Please make sure
you are actually navigating to the correct drive letter
for the CD device.

When you click the Browse (button) after clicking
Run in the Start menu you will see the “Look in:” di­alog box at the top of the Browse window. Click the
scroll button to navigate to My Comput er to display
the devices and drive letters.

Figure 5 - 1 - Navigate (Browse..) to..

Drivers & Utilities

What to Install 5 - 3

5

Service Packs

Check the warnings on the following pages regard­ing installation of the appropriate Service Pack for
your Windows OS. Make sure you have installed
the appropriate Service Pack before installing all
the drivers.

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Service Pack Installed

To see which Service Pack is currently installed on
your computer go to the General tab of the System
control panel. Right-click the My Computer icon on
the desktop or in the Start menu (in WinXP only) and
select Properties. The Service Pack currently in­stalled on your system will be listed under the “ Sys-
tem:” heading. (If no Service Pack information is
listed, then no Service Pack is installed.)

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Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4

Make sure that your Windows 2000 version in­cludes Service Pack 4 on the installation CD.

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Windows XP Service Pack 2

Make sure you install Windows XP Service Pack 2
(or a Windows XP version which includes Service
Pack 2) before installing any drivers. Service
Pack 2 includes support for USB 2.0.

If you have upgraded the system by installing Ser-
vice Pack 2 (i.e. your Windows XP version does not
include Service Pack 2) then follow these instruc­tions:

1.Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click
Control Panel (or click Control Panel).

2.Double-click System (icon); System (icon) is in
Performance and Maintenance (category).

3.Click the Hardware (tab) > Device Manager (but­ton).

4.Click “+” next to Other Devices (if its sub-items
are not shown).

5.Right-click Universal Serial Bus (USB) Control-
ler and select Uninstall > OK (if you don’t see the
item then there is no need to take any further ac­tion).

6.Restart the computer and it will find the USB 2.0
controller.

Drivers & Utilities

5 - 4 What to Install

5

Authorized Driver Message

If you receive a message telling you that the driver
you are installing is not authorized (Digital Signa-

ture Not Found), just click Yes or Continue Any­way to ignore the message and continue the

installation procedure.

You will receive this message in cases where the
driver has been released after the version of Win-
dows you are currently using. All the drivers pro­vided will have already received certification for
Windows.

Version Conflict Message

During driver installation if you encounter any “file
version conflict” message, please click Yes to
choose to keep the existing (newer) version.

Updating/Reinstalling Individual
Drivers

If you wish to update/reinstall individual drivers it
may be necessary to uninstall the original driver.To
do this go to the Control Panel in the Windows OS
and double-click the Add/Remove Programs
item. If you see the individual driver listed (if not
see below), uninstall it, following the on screen
prompts (it may be necessary to restart the comput­er). Go to the appropriate section of the manual to
complete the update/reinstall procedure for the
driver in question.

If the driver is not listed in the Add/Remove Pro-
grams item:

1. Click Start (menu), point to Settings and click Con­trol Panel (or click Control Panel).

2. Double-click System (icon); System (icon) is in
Performance and Maintenance (category).

3. Click Hardware (tab) > Device Manager (button).

4. Double-click the device you wish to update/reinstall
the driver for (you may need to click “+”).

5. Look for the Update Driver button (check the Driver
tab) and follow the on screen prompts.

Drivers & Utilities

Driver Installation 5 - 5

5

Driver Installation

Insert the Device Drivers & Utilities + User’s Man­ual CD-ROM and the Driver Installation applica-

tion will run automatically. You can double-click
the driver name on the left of the screen to begin the
install process. Alternatively you can browse to the
Drivers folder on the CD and select the appropriate
driver folder, then run the setup.exe.

Figure 5 - 2 - Driver Installation

Driver Installation Application

1. Check the driver installation order from Table 5 -

1, on page 5 - 6 (the drivers must be installed

in this order) which is the same as that listed in

the menu on the left.

2. Double-click to select and run the driver you
wish to install.

3. Make a note of the drivers you have insta lled.

4. If the computer needs to restart after installing a
driver, and you will usually need to click the
“Yes/Finish” button when prompted to restart
the computer.

5. Make sure you tick the “Show Install Menu

next time you start Windows when CD is
Inserted” tickbox to come back to the Driver

Installation screen (otherwise click Start (menu)
> Run... and navigate (Browse..) to
D:\SETUP.EXE and click OK
OR
Double-click the My Computer icon (for WinXP
only), and then double-click the CD icon).

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5

Table 5 - 1 - Install Procedure

Feature Windows 2000 (SP4)/Win XP (SP2)

Service Pack Install the appropriate Service Pack for your system if not included in your Windows version

Chipset Page 5 - 7

Audio Page 5 - 7
Video Page 5 - 8

Network (LAN) Page 5 - 8

Modem Page 5 - 9

Quick-Key Page 5 - 9

TouchPad Page 5 - 10

PCMCIA / Card Reader Page 5 - 10

Check Mail Page 5 - 11

Hot Key Page 5 - 11

Wireless LAN See the install procedure on pages 8 - 4, 8 - 6, 8 - 8, 8 - 10, 8 - 12 & 8 - 13

Bluetooth See the install procedure on pages 8 - 15 & 8 - 17

PC Camera See the install procedure on pages 8 - 21

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Driver Installation 5 - 7

5

Driver Installation Procedure

This section covers driver and utility installation in­structions for Windows 2000 Professional and Win-

dows XP Home & Professional.

New Hardware Found

If you see the message “New Hardware Found”
(Found New Hardware Wizard) during the in­stallation procedure (other than when outlined in
the driver install procedure), click Cancel to close
the window, and follow the installation procedure
as directed.

Service Pack Installation

Make sure you install the appropriate service pack
for your operating system before installing any
drivers (see “Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4”

on page 5 - 3 and “Windows XP Service Pack 2”
on page 5 - 3).

Chipset (Win2000/WinXP)

1. Double-click Chipset from the Driver
Installation menu.

OR

Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse..) to D:\Driv-

ers\inf_update\infinst_autol.exe and click
OK.

2. Click Next > Yes > Next.

3. Click Finish to restart the computer.

Audio (Win2000/WinXP)

1. Double-click Audio from the Driver Instal­lation menu.

OR

Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse..) to D:\Drivers\Audio\Setup.exe
and click OK.

2. Click Next > Finish to restart the computer.

3. You can click the AC97 Audio Configura-

tion icon in the taskbar for configuration
options.

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5

Video (Win2000/WinXP)

1. Double-click VGA from the Driver Installa-

tion menu.

OR

Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse..) to D:\Drivers\VGA\Setup.exe
and click OK.

2. Click Next > Yes.

3. Click Finish to restart the computer.

4. See “Advanced V ideo Controls” on page 3 -

2 for details on adjusting the video settings.

LAN (Win2000/WinXP)

1. Double-click Lan from the Driver Installa­tion menu.

OR

Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse..) to D:\Drivers\Lan\Setup.exe
and click OK.

2. Click Next.

3. Click Finish.

4. The network settings can now be config-

ured.

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Driver Installation 5 - 9

5

Modem (Win2000/WinXP)

1. Double-click Modem from the Driver

Installation menu.

OR

For Win2000

Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse..) to D:\Driv-

ers\Modem\Win2K\Setup.exe and click
OK.

For WinXP

Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse..) to D:\Driv-

ers\Modem\WinXP\Setup.exe and click
OK.

2. Click (button).

3. Click .

4. The modem is ready for dial-up configura­tion.

Quick-Key (Win2000/WinXP)

1. Double-click Quick-Key from the Driver

Installation menu.

OR

Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse..) to D:\Drivers\Quick-
KEY\CNK001.exe and click OK.

2. Choose the language you prefer, and click

OK.

3. Click Next.

4. Click Finish to restart your computer.

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Modem Country Selection

Be sure to check if the modem country selection is ap­propriate for you (Control Panel > Ph one and Mo-
dem Options).

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5

TouchPad (Win2000/WinXP)

1. Double-click TouchPad from the Driver
Installation menu.

OR

For Win2000

Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse..) to D:\Drivers\Touch-

pad\Win2K\Setup.exe and click OK.

For WinXP

Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse..) to D:\Drivers\Touch-
pad\WinXP\Setup.exe and click OK.

2. Click Next > Next > Next.

3. Click Finish to restart your computer (Click
Yes/Contiune Anyway if asked if you want
to continue).

4. You may then configure your TouchPad as
outlined in “TouchPad and Buttons/

Mouse” on page 2 - 13.

PCMCIA & Card Reader (Win2000/
WinXP)

1. Double-click PCMCIA CardReader from

the Driver Installation menu.

OR

Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse...) to D:\Drivers\PCMCIA-Car-
dReader\setup.exe and click OK.

2. Choose the language you prefer, and click

OK.

3. Click Next > Finish.

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Driver Installation 5 - 11

5

Check Mail (Win2000/WinXP)

1. Double-click E-MAIL LED from the
Driver Installation menu.

OR

Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse..) to D:\Drivers\E-mail
LED\Setup.exe and click OK.

2. To continue click Next > Install > Finish.

3. Click Finish to restart the computer.

4. The program will run upon startup.

5. For further details see “” on page 2 - 9.

Hot Key (Win2000/WinXP)

1. Double-click HotKey from the Driver

Installation menu.

OR

Click Start (menu) > Run... and navigate
(Browse..) to D:\Drivers\HotKey
Driver\Setup.EXE and click OK.

2. Click Next > Install > Finish.

3. Click Finish to restart the computer.

4. For further details see “Hot Keys” on page 2

- 8.

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5

Wireless LAN (Win2000/WinXP)

See the introduction in “Intel PRO/Wireless Mini-

PCI WLAN Module” on page 8 - 2, and check the

install procedure for your appropriate module and
operating system.

Bluetooth (Win2000/WinXP)

See install procedure in “Bluetooth Driver Instal-

lation (Win2000)” on page 8 - 15 or “Bluetooth
Driver Installation (WinXP)” on page 8 - 17.

PC Camera (Win2000/WinXP)

See install procedure in “PC Camera Driver In-

stallation (Win2000)” on page 8 - 21 or “PC Cam­era Driver Installation (WinXP)” on page 8 - 21.

BIOS Utilities

Overview 6 - 1

6

Chapter 6: BIOS Utilities

Overview

This chapter is about the computer’s built-in software.
Your computer comes with built-in BIOS (Basic Input Output System)

which is an essential set of software routines stored on a chip in your comput­er. These routines serve to describe your computer’s hardware to your chosen
operating system, and provides an interface between the two. The BIOS in­cludes the POST (Power On Self Test) and the SCU (System Configuration
Utility). The POST performs diagnostic procedures at startup, the SCU al­lows you to configure your computer.

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 service representative.

If your computer has never been set up, or you are making important changes
to the system, then you should review this chapter first and note the original
settings found in the SCU. 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.

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Settings Warning

Incorrect settings can
cause your system to
malfunction. To correct
mistakes return to the
SCU, go to the Exit
menu and select the
Default Settings and
click OK.

BIOS Utilities

6 - 2 The Power-On Self Test (POST)

6

The Power-On Self Test (POST)

Each time you turn on the computer, 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 display a system
summary and prompt you to run SCU.

If there are no problems, the SCU (System Configuration Utility) prompt
will disappear and the system will load the operating system. Once that starts,
you can’t get into the SCU without rebooting the computer.

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The POST Screen

1.CPU type

2.Memory status

3.Enter SCU prompt
appears only during

POST

Note: The POST

screen as pictured
above is for guideline
purposes only. The
POST screen on your
computer may appear
slightly different. If you
choose the Fast Boot
option you will see an
abbreviated version of
this screen.

Figure 6 - 1

POST Screen

Insyde Software MobilePro BIOS Version 1.01
Copyright 1983 - 2002 Insyde Software Corp. All Rights Reserved

H8 VERSION 06.03.02

1500 MHz Celeron M with MMX CPU
CPU Microcode Update Rev 045h Complete
L2 Cache: 512K installed
32MB Video RAM
Insyde Software Plug-n-Play BIOS Ver 1.17.01

Base Memory 0000640 KB
Extended Memory 0490496 KB
Totak Memory 0491520 KB
Shared Memory 032768 KB

Auto Detecting IDE Devices[Done]

Press F2 to Enter System Configuration Utility

1

2

3

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6

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 service representative 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 prompt:

• Press <F1> to resume

• Press F2 to enter System Configuration Utility
Press F1 to see if the boot process can continue. It may work, without the cor-

rect configuration.

Press F2 to run the SCU 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.

BIOS Utilities

6 - 4 The System Configuration Utility

6

The System Configuration Utility

The SCU program tells the system how to configure itself and manage basic
features and subsystems (e.g. port configuration and power management). The
settings are stored in a nonvolatile battery and written to the CMOS RAM.
This means that the settings are saved even when the computer is turned off.

Entering Setup

To enter the SCU, turn on the computer and press F2 when you see the prompt
“Press F2 to enter System Configuration Utility”. The prompt seen in Figure

6 - 1 on page 6 - 2 is usually present very briefly after the system is powered

on. If you get a “Keyboard Error” (usually because you pressed F2 too quick­ly) just press F2 again.

If the computer is already on, reboot and then hold down F2 when you see the
prompt. The SCU’s main menu will appear.

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BIOS Settings V’s

OS Settings

Though many options
such as power man­agement and display
settings may be set in
the BIOS, these are
usually best set in your
OS (e.g. Windows).

Older OS’s such as
DOS etc. may still rely
entirely on the setup
information from the
BIOS. “Plug-n-Play”
OS’s, such as the vari­ous Windows sys­tems, may override
these settings with the
settings from the sys­tem’s Control Panel.

BIOS Utilities

Working with the Menu Bar 6 - 5

6

Working with the Menu Bar

You can use the mouse to navigate around the various menus and submenus
of the SCU, or alternatively, you can use the following key combinations:

Keys Action

Alt Activates the menu bar

Left arrow/Right arrow

→ ←

Type the highlighted letters

Selects an option in the menu bar

Left mouse button

Down arrow

↓

Spacebar

Enter

Opens the pull-down menu bar options

Right mouse button

Esc

Cancels the action

Table 6 - 1

SCU Menu

Navigation Keys

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6 - 6 Working with the Pull-Down Menu

6

Working with the Pull-Down Menu

Once your desired menu bar item is highlighted, press Enter or left-click with
the mouse to see the pull-down menu items. The following keys allow you to

move about the pull-down menu:

Keys Action

Down/Up arrows (↓↑)

Changes the value

Enter

Allows you to choose:

<OK> to save changes

<Cancel to ignore any changes>

Table 6 - 2

Pull-Down Menu

Keys

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Working with Sub-Menus 6 - 7

6

Working with Sub-Menus

Some pull-down menu options have an arrow to the right of the entry which
indicates a sub-menu is available. Choose these sub-menus by pressing Enter
and the screen will be displayed. Navigate through these screens by using the
keys in the table below:

Keys Action

Tab Moves from one field to another

Down/Up arrows (↓↑)

Selects an item within the field

Spacebar

Enables the specified function (a dot indicates the

function is enabled)

OK/Enter

Accepts the entries and closes the sub-menu and

saves the changes

Cancel/Esc Rejects the entries and closes the sub-menu

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SCU Screens

The screens which ap­pear on the following
pages are intended as
a guideline.

It should be noted that
the screen on your par­ticular computer may
appear a little different­ly.

Table 6 - 3

Sub Menus

(Right Arrow

Enabled)

BIOS Utilities

6 - 8 Startup Menu

6

Startup Menu

Fast Boot (Startup Menu)

Enable this option to eliminate the memory test and other delays at power-up.

Figure 6 - 2

Startup Menu

Insyde Software SCU For Intel chipset Nov 12, 2004 9:40:02 am

Set system date and time

System

Memory

CPU Clock = 1700 MHz

Base = 640 KB
Extended =1014784 KB
Shadow = 64 KB
Reserved = 320 KB
Total RAM =1015808 KB
Cache (Ext) = 1024 KB

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Date and Time 

√ Fast Boot

Boot Device 
Display 

√ Enable Battery Low Beep
√ Enable Power On Beep
√ Display OEM logo
√ Fast Boot for Windows XP

Boot Password 

SCU Password 

Startup Disks Components Power Exit