Winbook C200 User Manual

FCC Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Conventions of this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Chapter 1: Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Hardware — Inventory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

The WinBook Notebook — The Front; The Right Side;

The Rear; The Left Side; The Bottom; Inside the Notebook . . . . . . . . . 10

Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

The Keyboard — Keyboard System Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Mouse Buttons & Pointing Devices — Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

LCD Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Audio/Sound — Built-in Speakers; Built-in Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Optical Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Writable Optical Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Software — Preloaded Software; Adding Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Chapter 2: Windows Help and Suppor t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Using the Help and Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

WinBook Users’ Manual and the Help and Support Center . . . . . . . . . . 33

System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Why Use the Help and Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Chapter 3: Mobile Computing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Battery Operation — Charging; Changing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Power Management — WinBook Notebook Low

Power Measures; Standby and Hibernate Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Safety & Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Travel — Travel Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Chapter 4: Upgrading Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Memory — To Upgrade a Memory Module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Upgrading the Hard Drive — To Upgrade Your Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Wireless LAN (optional) — Upgrading to Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Firmware Upgrades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Table

of

Contents

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Table of Contents

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Their limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy,
and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between equipment and receiver.

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

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

Notice 1:

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible or compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.

Notice 2:

Shielded interface cables and AC power, if any, must be used in order
to comply with emission limits.

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Preface

Conventions of This Manual

Using this manual will help you get the most from your WinBook

®

notebook computer. Keep the manual and the Quickstart Guide with
your WinBook notebook to refer to when you want information and
help. If you are an experienced user of computers and/or Microsoft’s
Windows

®

operating systems, you might find it useful to read Chapter
1 on the features specific to your WinBook notebook and then take
advantage of the HTML-based help located in the Help and Support
center in Windows. The hypertext links will enable you to move more
quickly to the information you require. If you are a less experienced
user, you should read through the manual carefully before using your
system. Whether or not you are an experienced user, you should consult
the Help and Support Center if you encounter any problems with your
WinBook notebook. You will find answers there to many common
problems or errors.

Before proceeding, you should be aware of some of the conventions
of usage in this manual:

• Specific keyboard keys to be typed are indicated in square

brackets: [Tab].

• Combinations of keys are indicated with a plus sign between the keys:

[Shift]+[Tab]. For a combination of keys, you should depress the keys
simultaneously. You might also find it easier to hold down the control
keys ([Alt] or [Shift] or [Ctrl]) of the combination and then press the
final key of the combination.

Every attempt has
been made to keep

this manual current,

but there might be changes
between the writing of this
manual and your purchase
of the WinBook notebook.

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In order to get the optimal usage out of your WinBook notebook,
you should remember the following:

• Read through all the instructions for your WinBook notebook,
including this manual and the Quickstart Guide that came with
your computer.

• Keep the area free of static electricity and magnetic fields.
These can damage the computer and/or diskettes.

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Windows has a built in application for supplying feature rich help and
support content called the “Help and Support Center”. Through the use

of the Help and Support Center, you may find more detailed information
about your machine and its operating system as well as tips and problem reso­lutions. This symbol will help you to directly find the information you are looking
for by supplying the keywords that should be searched for within the Help and
Support Center. For specific information on how to use the Help and Support
Center, refer to the “Windows Help and Support” chapter in this manual.

The exclamation symbol
identifies information

which is important for
you to read to avoid damage
to the computer, loss of data,
or personal injury.

The pencil symbol indi­cates that you should take
note of the accompanying
information.

This identifies information
that you might find partic­ularly helpful in using your
computer or this manual.

This warning cautions
you against actions which

might be destructive to
your data or might disrupt proper
system operation.

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Preface

• Be sure to discharge static electricity from your body before
touching the computer or keyboard.

• Use the same caution you would with any electronic equipment.
Keep food, drinks, smoke and ashes away from your computer.
Store the computer in an area that is not exposed to direct sunlight
or heating ducts. Keep the computer away from sources of excessive
moisture. Damage to the computer caused by immersion is not
covered by the warranty.

• When cleaning the computer or its components, apply the proper
cleaning solutions or sprays only to the cloth, not to the computer
or its components.

• If there is ever a need to disconnect internal components other
than those mentioned in the instructions that came with your
system, please have this done by a qualified service technician.

• You should never attempt to physically repair a CD-ROM, CD-R/RW
or DVD drive or diskette drive yourself.

• Do not attempt to repair or open a battery yourself. The battery should
not be exposed to extreme heat, as explosion can result. Proper battery
disposal is required. Do not

dispose of a battery in regular waste.

• Do not block the cooling fans on the sides or bottom of your unit.

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The information in this document and the associated WinBook notebook Help file is
subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by the
manufacturer.

The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions that might
appear in this document or the associated WinBook notebook Help file.

The software described in this document is furnished under a license and may be
used and copied only in accordance with the terms of such license. No responsibility
is assumed for the use or reliability of software or equipment that is not supplied by
the manufacturer or its affiliated companies.

Restricted Rights: Use, duplication, or disclosure by the U.S. Government is subject
to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph (c) (1) (ii) of the Rights in Technical Data
and Computer Software clause at DFARS 252.227-7013.

Acknowledgements

WinBook

®

is a registered trademark of WinBook Computer Corporation. MS-DOS,

Internet Explorer, Windows

®

XP is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Active Desktop is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. All other trademarks
and registered trademarks are property of their respective corporations.

Copyright Notice

Duplication or reproduction of this manual in any form without prior permission from
Micro Electronics, Inc. represents an infringement of copyright.

©2003 WinBook Computer Corporation

Manual Version 1.0

Release Date: August 2003

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Chapter 1:

Getting Started

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Chapter 1: Getting Started

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Your WinBook notebook is designed for those who need the full power
of a desktop PC in a thin, light and easily portable package. You can
take the power of your computer almost anywhere you go. The battery
power of your computer allows you to use the computer even where there
are no electrical outlets. You can add optional elements to your system
(Floppy Disk Drive, Port Replicator) that connect to your USB port and
expand its use as a desktop system. You can also use the PCMCIA port
and the LAN to connect to devices and computers, expanding the usability
of your system.

8

Continuous use of a keyboard may cause repetitive stress injuries
or discomfort, including carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis and
tenosynovitis. You should seek medical advice if you feel any aching,
numbing or tingling in your arms, wrists or hands.

Suggestions for maximizing comfort in using a keyboard include:

• Take frequent breaks from typing

• Maintain a straight wrist position

• Avoid resting on your wrists while typing

• Use a light touch on keys

• Ensure that your chair, work surface, monitor and keyboard
are in the correct positions to keep your back and neck straight,
your shoulders relaxed and your elbows at your sides.

Consult your doctor or other health professional for medical advice
on how to reduce your risk of injury or discomfort from continuous
keyboard use.

WARNING

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Hardware

Inventory

When you unpack your WinBook notebook, check all the items you
ordered are present and in good condition. Check the inventory checklist
that came in the WinBook notebook box to be sure that all the components
and optional components you ordered are included. If anything is missing
or damaged, contact Customer Service immediately.

Checklist follows:

• WinBook notebook, with built-in CD-ROM, DVD, CD-RW,
Combo (CD-RW and DVD) or DVD-R/RW Drive

• S-Video Out Adapter Cable

• Primary Battery

• AC Power Adapter

• Power Cord

• This Manual

• Quickstart Guide

• Warranty Information Card

• Phone cord

• Any other optional components ordered

Note: The WinBook notebook uses proprietary accessories that are
designed specifically for your WinBook computer (such as a port
replicator) and you should only use those items that have been approved
for your computer. Contact WinBook for information about obtaining
approved accessories and upgrades. If you use items that are not approved
for use with this computer, you might cause the computer to malfunction
or to emit electromagnetic radiation in excess of local regulations. This
does not apply to non-proprietary accessories such as PC cards, USB
devices, printers, etc.

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The primary battery
for your WinBook

notebook is shipped

in the accessory box. You
will need to install the battery
before use. See Chapter 3 for
instructions, if needed.

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The WinBook Notebook

Before you begin using your WinBook notebook, you should take a
moment to familiarize yourself with the various ports, bays, connectors,
and indicators that make up your system.

The Front

(Figure 1.1)

The Lock Switch enables/disables the easy start buttons. Slide the lock
to the right to disable functionality.

The Easy Start Buttons give you one touch access to CD player
functions when the unit is off. From left to right the button functionality
is: Play/Pause, Previous Track, Next Track, Volume Up, Volume Down
and Stop.

Note: The 6th button (CD function Stop) is also used to enable/disable
the wireless LAN card while in Windows.

The Easy Start Buttons also provide one touch access to your favorite
applications when the unit is booted into Windows. The factory default
application for easy start button #1 is the Internet Browser. Pressing this
button will launch Microsoft Internet Explorer. The default application for
easy start button #2 is the Email client. Pressing this button will launch
Microsoft Outlook Express. Easy start buttons #3, #4 and #5 are undefined

Figure 1.1: Front View of the Closed WinBook Notebook

Save the inner box
and all inserts and

inner packaging. If you

later need to ship or store
the system, you will find these
handy to have. All software is
preloaded onto the hard drive of
your WinBook notebook. Copies
of the Windows installation files
are also stored on your hard
disk, so that you will not need
the CD to add Windows features
or drivers to your system.

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Easy Start
Buttons

Microphone
Jack

Card
Reader

Audio Line
Out

CD Player
Stop Button or
Wireless LAN
on/off

Unlock/Lock
Switch

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from the factory. To learn more on how to program the easy start buttons
of your WinBook, refer to the Help and Support Center within Windows
for detailed instructions.

The Card Reader supports the four popular storage formats for remov­able media. The supported formats are SmartMedia, MultiMediaCard,
Secure Digital and Memory Stick.

The Microphone Jack allows you to receive monophonic input from
an external microphone. Use of an external microphone will disable the
built-in microphone. It is recommended that you purchase an external
microphone for applications such as speech recognition that require
precise input quality.

The Audio Line Out Jack allows you to direct audio output to a stereo
headphone, powered external speakers or an earphone set. You will need
to use a 1/8” phono plug for this connection. If your speakers or earphones
have a different plug, you will need to obtain an adapter from your local
retailer. Use of a headphone or external speakers will disable the integrat­ed speakers.

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The Right Side

(Figure 1.2)

The Optical Drive is built into the system. To open the drive, turn on
the system and press the release button. The tray will slide open.

The USB (Universal Serial Bus) Port of your WinBook allows you to
add a wide variety of devices to your machine. An USB port can allow
you to connect up to 127 devices at very high data transfer rates.

The IEEE1394 or Firewire Port can be used to connect a variety of
devices to your WinBook. These include many storage devices such as
external hard drives and optical drives as well as digital cameras and other
electronic devices.

The IR (infrared) Port allows you to connect to another system or device
using IR technology. You must place the port within one or two feet of the
other IR port for proper communication.

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Although you can con­nect up to 127 devices

through the USB port,

not all USB devices have a
pass-through to permit a chain
of connected devices. A pow­ered hub may be necessary to
connect multiple devices into a
single port.

Figure 1.2: Right Side View of the WinBook Notebook

Optical Drive USB

Port

IR
Port

Firewire
Port

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The Rear

(Figure 1.3)

The Modem Port contains an internal 56K voice/fax/data modem. You
will connect your computer to your phone line through this port. This jack
does not provide a pass-through option for connecting a phone to the same
line. You can obtain adapters that will allow you to connect a phone to the
same line as your WinBook notebook.

The Cooling Fan Vents allows airflow into and throughout your WinBook
notebook and keeps the interior within proper operating temperatures. Do
not block this vent when the WinBook notebook is in use. Do not operate
your WinBook notebook inside a tight-fitting cover or case that blocks the
cooling vent.

The Kensington Lock Slot allows you to connect a special computer lock
to secure your system. You can purchase a lock at most computer retailers.
This lock is referred to as a Kensington lock.

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Figure 1.3: Rear View of the WinBook Notebook

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Cooling
Fan Vent

Modem
Port

Kensington
Lock

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The Left Side

(Figure 1.4)

The Cooling Fan Vent admits air into your WinBook notebook and keeps
the interior within proper operating temperatures. Do not block this vent
when the WinBook notebook is in use. Do not operate your WinBook
notebook inside a tight-fitting cover or case that blocks the cooling vent.

The AC Connector should only be used with the proper AC adapter sup­plied by WinBook.

The External VGA Port allows you to connect any standard computer
monitor to your system. You can display output simultaneously on both
the LCD and the external monitor or toggle between the two screens.
Refer to the Help and Support Center within windows for directions on
how to adjust your display settings.

The S-Video Port allows you to connect your WinBook to a television
display.

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Figure 1.4: Left Side View of the WinBook Notebook

PC Card
Slot

PC Card
Eject Button

LAN
Port

Cooling
Fan Vent

USB
Ports

S-video
Connector

VGA
Port

AC
Connector

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The USB (Universal Serial Bus) Ports of your WinBook notebook allow
you to add a wide variety of devices to your machine. The USB port can
allow you to connect up to 127 devices at very high data transfer rates.

The LAN Port provides a standard RJ-45 connection for integration with
an existing network or a high-speed (DSL or cable) connection via a net­work cable.

The PCMCIA (PC Card) Slot allows you to connect Type I or II cards
to your system. Your WinBook notebook will accept one Type I or Type
II card.

The PCMCIA Eject Button allows you to remove the PC Card from
your system.

The Bottom

(Figure 1.5)

The Battery Bay stores the primary Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery
pack. The battery pack is stored separately in the shipping box
and must be installed for battery operation and battery recharging.

The Battery Release Levers eject the battery from its bay.

The Expansion Compartment provides access to the RAM and Mini
PCI slots of the notebook.

The Cooling Fan Vents allows airflow into and throughout your notebook
and help to keep the interior within proper operating temperatures. Do not
block these vents when the WinBook is in use. Do not operate your note­book inside a tight-fitting cover or case that blocks the cooling vents.

The Hard Disk Drive is removable and can be upgraded to allow for
greater storage capacity.

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If you ever are prompt­ed for a User Key, you

can find your User Key

number on a sticker on the
bottom of your unit. Please do
not remove the Certificate of
Authenticity sticker (Product Key
xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx)
that is attached to the bottom
of your WinBook, as another
number cannot be issued. We
can NOT provide a replacement!
It is advisable to copy the product
key to another location in case
the sticker comes loose or is lost.

Every effort has been
made to make certain

that your WinBook
notebook system will function
properly. If you experience a
problem when you turn on the
notebook and are unsure how
to proceed, contact Technical
Support.

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Inside the Notebook

(Figure 1.6)

The Integrated Speakers provide right and left channel stereo audio
output.

The Power Button for your system is located just above the upper right
corner of the keyboard. You can adjust the function of the power button
from within the Advanced tab of the Power Options properties located in
the Windows control panel.

The Device Indicators show the current status of the computer's devices.

CD/DVD: A blue light indicates that the optical drive is in use.

Hard Disk: A blue light indicates that the hard disk drive is being read

from or written to.

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The sharpness of the
screen will vary with

your viewing angle.

Try moving the display panel
slightly forwards or back to find
the optimal contrast.

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Battery Bay

Figure 1.5: Bottom View of the WinBook Notebook

Battery Release Levers

Hard Drive

RAM
Compartment

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Num Lock: A blue light indicates that the Num Lock function has been
activated. The embedded number pad will be enabled.

Caps Lock: A blue light indicates that the CapsLock function has
been activated.

Scroll Lock: A blue light indicates that the Scroll Lock function
has been activated. In certain programs, this will prevent the screen
from scrolling.

Wireless LAN: A blue light indicates that
wireless communication is enabled.

Card Reader: A blue light indicates that
a card has been inserted into the reader.

The System Status L.E.D.'s provide a
visual indication of the notebook's current
power mode. These indicators are as
described from left to right:

AC Power: Lights green when the
computer is plugged into a functioning
electrical outlet. Flashes green when the
computer is in Standby mode while
plugged into an electrical outlet.

Battery Power: Lights green when the computer is operating on battery
power. Flashes green when the computer is in Standby mode while operat­ing on battery power.

Battery Charge: Lights orange while the battery is charging. Lights
green when the battery is fully charged. Flashes orange when the battery
is malfunctioning. Flashes red when the battery is almost completely
discharged.

The Integrated Microphone located to the left of the device indicator
panel for voice recording.

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Figure 1.6: Inside the Notebook

Power Button

System Status
L.E.D.'s

Touchpad

Mouse
Buttons

Device
Indicators

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The Touchpad of your system provides an internal pointing device to
control the mouse cursor of your system.

The Mouse Buttons located just below the touchpad provide left and
right mouse buttons for your touchpad. See the section below on pointing
devices for more information.

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Figure 1.7: Device Indicator Panel

Battery
Charge

Battery
Power

AC
Power

CD/DVD Hard

Disk

Num
Lock

Caps
Lock

Scroll
Lock

Wireless
LAN

Card
Reader

Microphone

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Power On

The first time you use your WinBook notebook, use your AC power
adapter. This will allow your battery to fully charge. It is recommended
that you fully charge and discharge your battery 3 times. This will help
calibrate the electronics that monitor and maintain the battery charge.
After three full discharges, you can partially discharge or charge your
system as your use demands, although you should allow a full discharge/
recharge periodically to help optimize battery life. See Chapter 3 for
more information on conditioning and maintaining your battery efficiency.
Connect your AC Adapter to your system. Connect the power cord to the
adapter and connect the cord to a wall outlet or power strip. Slide the
display panel release latch to the right and gently lift the display panel
until it is fully vertical. Press the power button on your computer to
initiate a boot of the system.

The Keyboard (Figure 1.8)

Your main interface with your computer will be your keyboard. If you are
unfamiliar with the standard PC keyboard, some of its keys are explained
in this section. The keyboard has all the standard computer typing keys
and some control keys. If you are not familiar with the computer control
keys, the major ones are discussed below.

The [Alt] and [Ctrl] keys, like the [Shift] key alter the function of the
traditional typing keys and the function keys. Depending on the software
you are using, the actual function of the [Alt] and [Ctrl] keys will vary.
They might also be used in combination with each other and/ or with
the [Shift] key to provide further possible combinations of functions
with the typing keys. For example, the [Alt]+[Ctrl]+[Del] combination
is used to close down an application in Windows that has “hung” or can
be used to provide a warm reboot of the computer system.

The function keys (F1-F12) serve different purposes and carry out
different tasks depending on the application you have running. They

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are often used in combination with control keys. You should check
the documentation for your application, especially sections on keyboard
shortcuts, for information about what the keys do in that application.

The cursor (arrow) keys (which are all located in the lower right corner
of your keyboard) and the [Pg Up], [Pg Dn], [Home] and [End] keys
(which are located along the right edge of the keyboard) allow you to
move the active cursor of the computer to various locations on the screen
or within the document. The [Ins] and [Del] keys at the upper right
of the keyboard allow you to insert and delete characters.

Your computer also has an embedded numeric keypad. This numeric
keypad is printed in blue on the keyboard. If the Num Lock key is
engaged, the pad will allow you to type numbers as you would on
a 10-keypad. If the NumLock is not engaged, the keys perform their
normal alphanumeric function.

Your keyboard also has three Windows keys: 2 Start keys which bear
the Windows logo and allow you to pull up the Start menu as well

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Once you are experi­enced with Windows,

you will find that you

can change the look and
configuration of the desktop
from the defaults provided
for you. Please refer to the
Windows Help and Support
Center for more information.

Search Help & Support
Center using keywords:

desktop settings

Figure 1.8: The WinBook Keyboard

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as a Menu Key which calls up pop-up menus just like the right mouse
button (in programs that support such menus).

Keyboard System Controls

In addition to its function as a normal keyboard, your keyboard also
contains controls for various aspects of your WinBook notebook, includ­ing the intensity of the LCD screen. These controls appear in blue on the
keys and are activated by pressing the [Fn] key (the key in the lower left
corner of the keyboard-to the left of the [Ctrl] key) in conjunction with
the key for the specific control function (or by holding the [Fn] key while
pressing the key for the specific control function).

KEY FUNCTION(S)

[Fn]+[F3] Decrease audio level

[Fn]+[F4] Increase audio level

[Fn]+[F5] Toggle the display output between the built-in LCD

screen and external monitors

[Fn]+[F6] Decreases LCD brightness level

[Fn]+[F7] Increases LCD brightness level

[Fn]+[F10] Enable/disable low battery beep

[Fn]+[F11] Turn on/off the LCD

[Fn]+[F12] Sleep button. Action is defined by sleep setting within the
Power Options control panel applet.

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Mouse Buttons & Pointing Devices

Your WinBook notebook comes with a built-in touchpad and can support
an external mouse via the USB ports. If you use an external USB mouse,
you can use it simultaneously with the touchpad.

Touchpad

The touchpad is the rectangular electronic panel located just below
your keyboard. You can use the static-sensitive panel of the touchpad
as a pointing device. Place your finger gently on the surface of the touch­pad and slide it to move the cursor. You can use the buttons below the
touchpad as left and right mouse buttons. You can also tap lightly on the
touchpad, which the system will recognize as a left mouse click. You can
click and drag an item with the touchpad by pointing at the item, tapping
to select it and then, while holding your finger on the pad, sliding your
finger in the direction of the movement desired.

No matter which pointing device you use, it can be adjusted to
accommodate your personal preferences. Refer to the Help and Support
Center within Windows for directions on how to adjust the settings
of your pointing device.

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Touchpad

Search Help & Support
Center using keywords:

pointing device

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LCD Display

Your WinBook notebook comes with a back-lit LCD display panel.
The intensity of the panel will vary slightly with your angle to the screen.
You can adjust the angle of the panel to provide optimal clarity. You can
also make minor adjustments in screen brightness and contrast by using
the hot-key combinations built into your WinBook notebook—[Fn]+[F7]
and [Fn]+[F6]—to adjust brightness.

Depending on the screen that was built into your WinBook notebook,
your display will support a resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels or greater.
If you use the Windows Display Properties window to change down
to a resolution lower than the standard resolution of your screen, you
might also notice a slight loss of clarity when using a resolution below
the default resolution for your LCD display. Notice that when you put
your computer into DOS mode (which uses the VGA resolution of 640
x 480 as a default), the display will be stretched to fit the full screen.

When you are displaying the video on the built-in screen, you cannot
choose a higher resolution than the standard resolution. However, you
can use a higher resolution when you output the notebook’s video to an
external monitor that supports high resolutions. You can quickly adjust
the resolution and number of color settings through the Windows Display
Properties window. Refer to the Help and Support Center within Windows
for directions on how to adjust the settings of your display.

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Search Help & Support
Center using keywords:

display settings

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Audio/Sound

Built-in Speakers

Your WinBook notebook comes with built-in audio hardware that plays
sounds through the speakers built into the cabinet of your system. You can
adjust the volume levels via the volume properties within Windows or by
turning the volume control knob located on the front of the WinBook.
Refer to the Help and Support Center within Windows for more informa­tion.

Built-in Microphone

The microphone built into the case of your WinBook notebook provides
you with an integrated source for adding sound to your applications or for
using the speech functions of your applications. You will need applications
capable of using such sound input to make use of the microphone. Refer
to the Help and Support Center within Windows for directions on how to
enable the built-in microphone.

Optical Drive

An optical drive provides you with a means of having access to programs
or data that take up a lot of disk space, without having to sacrifice a large
section of your hard drive for that purpose. An optical drive uses data CDs
that are capable of holding hundreds of megabytes of data (DVD disks can
hold several gigabytes of information). The high-speed access rate
of your optical drive enables it to search data and retrieve the specific
data that you want very quickly. Their high capacity and fast speed makes
CD's very useful for programs such as encyclopedias and other reference
works that require a lot of space and a fast search mechanism, and to
which you do not need to add data. Your CD drive can also be used to
play audio CDs through the audio hardware built into your WinBook as
well as view photo CD's on your display.

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Connecting external
speakers to your
WinBook notebook
disables the built-in
speakers.

Search Help & Support
Center using keywords:

audio properties

Connecting an external
microphone to your

WinBook notebook

disables the internal micro­phone. Your system will ship
with the microphone deselected,
which helps reduce feedback
when the microphone is not
being used by an application.

Search Help & Support
Center using keywords:

microphone

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You can load a compact disc into the drive as described below:

1. Press the Load/Eject button.

2. The disc tray opens.

3. Wait until the tray stops. If the tray does not open far enough to
insert the CD, gently ease the tray out until you have enough clearance
to insert the CD.

4. Carefully place the CD (audio or data), with the label side up,
on the disc tray. (Figure 1.9)

5. Be sure to carefully center the CD and press it into place on the
loading tray. Since your WinBook notebook is meant to be portable,
the CD is secured onto the tray rather than simply resting in a recess.

6. Close the tray. Be certain that it is closed completely.

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Figure 1.9: Loading
a CD into the drawer

Label-side up

Dirt in the CD tray
can affect performance.
Be sure to keep the tray
clean.

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Center using keywords:

audio CD

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In general, your software will control the CD-ROM directly. Data CDs
are accessed via the software. Consult your software instructions for the
operations of a data CD. Windows compatible CD-ROMs will usually
have an autoplay feature that starts the program when the CD is detected.

When the CD-ROM is to be used as an audio CD player, you can still
use software to control the playing and volume of the CD. Refer to the
Help and Support Center within Windows for directions on how to adjust
the volume of CD audio. If you need to open the CD drawer when the
power is not on, you can use the emergency release, which is the small
hole located on the front of the drive to the right of the release button.
Use a paper clip to press on the release inside the hole. The tray can then
be pulled gently forward until the disc can be retrieved. Slide the tray
back into place until you feel it click. This method is designed to be used
occasionally for an emergency retrieval of a disk and should not be used
as a regular method of removing disks. Your drive will last longer if you
remove the disk using the normal unloading method.

Writable Optical Drive

If your unit came with a writable optical drive, you will have the ability
to write to CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, or DVD-RW discs depending on the
configuration. The physical operation of this drive is the same as for a
CD-ROM or DVD drive (as explained in the previous section).

CD-R and DVD-R discs can be written to once, although you can continue
to add information to the disk until it is full. Once you have written data
(or audio) to the disk, that disk can be formatted for reading in most stan­dard CD-ROM, DVD-ROM or audio CD players depending on media
type.

CD-RW and DVD-RW discs can be erased and reused many times.

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Some older optical
drives way not be able

to read from these disks.

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Software

Preloaded Software

Your WinBook notebook comes preloaded with Windows as its operating
system. Specific drivers (files that allow pieces of hardware to communi­cate effectively with the computer and operating system) have been pre­loaded for the various hardware units that have been packaged with your
system (e.g. sound card, CD-ROM drive). These drivers are also important
in allowing you to alter certain aspects of your system, such as the resolu­tion of your video image.

Adding Software

If you purchased some other software, or if you already own software
that you will be installing on your new WinBook notebook system, or
if you buy software at a later date, you will need to know how to install
that software on the WinBook notebook system. Follow the instructions
provided by the software manufacturer. Most current software on CD­ROM will start automatically once the CD is inserted and recognized
by your WinBook notebook.

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Windows software
comes with uninstall

functions built-in. If

you ever want to remove a
Windows program, do not delete
it. Use the Add/Remove feature
to remove it. Refer to the Help
and Support Center within
Windows for directions on how
to uninstall software.

Search Help & Support
Center using keywords:

uninstall software

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Chapter 2:

Windows Help

and Support

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The Help and Support Center is your one stop shop for anything and
everything that relates to Windows and your WinBook. Through this
resource, you can find answers on a multitude of subjects such as basic

windows operations, detailed problem resolutions, and specifications of
your WinBook computer. Also found within this resource are applications

that you can run to help maintain and troubleshoot your WinBook such
as system restore, remote assistance, and system configuration utility.
For further information on any item in this chapter, just type the keyword
in the Search box of the Help and Support Center.

When connected to the internet, the Help and Support Center becomes
an even greater tool by expanding its capabilities in the following ways:

• Through the Remote Assistance feature, a 3rd party application
technical support representative could connect to your computer
with your permission, then see your files, control your mouse
and keyboard, and chat online with you to discuss your problem.

• Through Windows Update, your computer can always be up
to date with the latest patches and drivers from Microsoft. When
connecting to Windows Update, your computer will be scanned,
and the appropriate updates will be displayed for your unique
installation of the operating system.

• Through the Get Support feature, you can access various sources
of help and support information via newsgroups and manufacturer
websites.

No matter what your question or problem may be, the Help and
Support Center should be your first step towards finding the answer.

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Using the Help and Support Center

Obtaining access to the Help and Support Center is just a key press or
mouse click away. From the Windows desktop, press the [F1] key in order
to bring up the Help and Support Center. Alternatively you can click once
on the Start Menu and then select Help and Support. Once activated,
the Help and Support Center window will open up as depicted below.

(Figure 2.1)

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Figure 2.1: Help and Support Center Window

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It is through this home page that you will find easy access
to the many resources the Help and Support Center has to offer.
Just click on the hypertext link of the topic that coincides with
the question that you have. If you find that you are unable to
bring up a resource for a particular question by clicking through
the topic links, the Help and Support Center allows you to
search its entire database through a comprehensive search
utility. Click once on the blank search box in the upper left
corner of the window and type in a keyword or keywords
that the search engine will scan for. (Figure 2.2)

After a quick scan, the Help and Support Center will display any resources
that match the keywords searched for. (Figure 2.3)

Click on one of the hypertext links of the Suggested Topics in order to
display the information that you are looking for. (Figure 2.4)

WinBook C Series User’s Manual

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Figure 2.2: Help and Support Center Search Box

Figure 2.3: Help and Support Center Search Results

The resources supplied
by the Help and

Support Center focus

only on your WinBook com­puter as well as the operating
system installed. The Help and
Support Center does not provide
resources for any 3rd party pro­grams or hardware that you may
have installed. Refer to the man­ufacturer of your user installed
hardware or software for help on
their products.

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WinBook Users’ Manual and the Help
and Support Center

This manual was written to complement the Help and Support Center.
While the manual doesn’t directly answer many of the questions or
concepts explained in each chapter, the manual does refer the reader
to the Help and Support Center along with the exact keywords needed
in order to bring up the correct resource. Here is an example of the
Help and Support icon found within this manual. (Figure 2.5)

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Figure 2.4: Help and Support Center Main Setup Menu

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Icons like this can be found
throughout the entire manual as
a sidebar item pertaining to a
question or concept being
explained on that page.

System Restore

One of the powerful utilities
within the Help and Support Center is the System Restore utility. With this
utility, you can recover from fatal errors that are the direct result of failed
hardware or software installations. Your operating system automatically
sets restore points whenever you install a new piece of software or add a
new hardware device. If you find yourself in a situation in which your
computer is malfunctioning after you have recently installed something,
running System Restore from the Help and Support Center will allow you
to revert back to a point before the installation occurred, thus protecting
your valuable data and the integrity of your system.

Why Use the Help and Support Center?

• Most likely the answer to your question can already be answered
within the Help and Support Center.

• The Help and Support Center gives you the user, the power to solve
your own problem or answer your own question without having to
rely on the traditional methods of support. (i.e. technical support phone
call, surfing the internet for answers)

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Figure 2.5: Help and Support Center Icon

Search Help & Support
Center using keywords:

WinBook BIOS

WinBook Technical
Support is still an

alternative resource

for your questions. Refer to
the Quickstart Guide document
that came with your WinBook for
the toll free telephone support
number.

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Chapter 3:

Mobile Computing

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Battery Operation

Charging

Your WinBook notebook comes equipped with a durable, lightweight,
rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery that can power your system
for over 90 minutes when fully charged (longer if power management
is used). The actual duration of a charge will vary with how you use the
computer and with how much you take advantage of the power manage­ment features of the system. In addition, you can obtain an additional
battery that can be swapped into the battery bay of your WinBook
notebook to provide even greater battery capacity.

The battery charges whenever the AC Adapter is connected to your
system. The battery will charge whether the system is off, in the Hibernate
mode, or operating. The fastest recharge occurs when the system is off
or in hibernate mode. It takes about 3 hours to fully recharge the primary
battery when the system is powered down or in hibernate mode, longer
if you are using the system (about 4 hours or more). If the system temper­ature exceeds a safe level while the battery is charging, the system will
stop the charging process in order to protect the battery. Once the battery
temperature falls back within the safe range, the battery charging process
will resume.

Each time you charge and partially discharge the battery, it stores
slightly less power. After about twenty cycles, it might only store about
80% of its potential charge. Similarly, if you do not use the battery
for a few days, it will slowly self-discharge, and when it is recharged,
it will hold less than 100% of the potential charge. To correct battery
charge problems, you should allow the battery to fully discharge to help
keep the battery in good condition. This operation carried out every
few weeks will maintain the battery efficiency.

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Over time, as the battery is charged and discharged, it gradually stores
less charge. Li-Ion cells generally last for 500 or more cycles before they
begin to deteriorate. You should replace your battery when you notice
that it begins to store significantly less charge.

If you replace the battery with a new one, you might first need to fully
charge the battery so that the battery gauge in your WinBook notebook
will be able to accurately measure the battery charge level. Check the
WinBook section of the Windows Help and Support center for information
about replacing a battery in your system.

Changing

You can purchase a second battery for your WinBook notebook.
This second battery can be installed in the battery bay. (Figure 3.1)

1. Shut down the unit or place it in the hibernate mode. Disconnect
the AC Adapter. Close the LCD panel and turn the unit upside down.
The front of the unit should be toward you.

2. Slide both release latches towards the outer edges of the unit.

Note: The right release latch is a fixed position latch.
This latch will remain in place when moved. The
left release latch is a spring latch and will
return to the locked position when
released.

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Figure 3.1:
WinBook Notebook
Battery

You can connect and
disconnect the power

cord while working with-

out disrupting the functioning
of the system, as long as your
battery is in place and has at
least some charge remaining.

Search Help & Support
Center using keywords:

winbook battery

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3. Gently slide the battery out and away from the unit. (Figure 3.2)

4. Line up the new battery for insertion into the battery bay channel.
Gently slide the battery towards the center of the unit until an audible
click indicates that the latches have been secured.

5. Reconnect the AC Adapter.

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Figure 3.2: Changing the Battery

Above: Slide the release latches to the edge of the notebook..
Top right: Lift the battery out.
Right: Remove the battery.

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When you install a new battery, you will need to calibrate the battery.
Connect the AC adapter and allow the battery to fully charge.

Power Management

In order to make the most of the mobile computing capabilities of your
WinBook notebook, you will need to be aware of how to manage the
power consumption of your system. Aggressive power conservation
can provide extended computer usage. Sometimes aggressive conservation
will not be needed, or you might prefer not to engage it. You should
set the default to match your most common needs. If you use the system
primarily as a mobile system with long-term battery needs, you can use
an aggressive setting. If your battery usage is usually limited, then you
might prefer a more moderate setting.

Your WinBook notebook is ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power
Interface) compliant and can take advantage of Windows built-in power
management features. Windows is designed to help manage power on
portable computers and you will find its features useful in conserving
battery life. ACPI also allows certain applications to exert control over
power management.

Taking advantage of power management features can have a significant
effect on the battery use you can get on a single charge. A fully charged
battery should provide you over two hours of system use, but aggressive
power management can extend that time.

There are some measures that you can take as a user to help optimize
battery use in your WinBook notebook. If you are running a PCMCIA
card, using the system audio and making frequent calls to the CD-ROM
or hard drive, you will find that battery power will be consumed much
more quickly than with standard system use.

You can send your WinBook notebook into Stand-by or Hibernate by
hitting the power button (if you have set the button for this function),
using the hotkey combination of Fn+F12, or by clicking Start/Turn Off
Computer and selecting the Standby mode from the menu.

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For detailed explana­tions of Power Man-

agement in Windows,

please refer to the Help and

Support Center within Windows.

Search Help & Support
Center using keywords:

power management

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WinBook Notebook Low Power Measures

When you are running on battery power, your WinBook notebook
tracks battery charge. When battery power gets low, the unit will provide
warnings and eventually take action to help preserve data. Power level
warnings in Windows will be activated according to the settings you have
established. In the default setting, a red “X” will appear over the battery
when approximately 15% of battery power remains. When the battery
level reaches 10%, you will receive a warning to save your work. When
the battery level reaches 5%, the unit will move to the Hibernate mode.

When the WinBook notebook estimates that there are about 10-15 minutes
of power remaining (the actual time will vary with usage), the unit will
start to give periodic beeps to remind you to save your work.

When approximately 5-10 minutes of battery power remain, the beeps
will accelerate.

When you receive the low power warnings, you should shut down
your system, hibernate your system or connect to a power source.
If you respond immediately after receiving the warnings, you should
have sufficient power to shut down completely, including saving large
files. Do not attempt to restart your system until you have connected
to the AC adapter or changed or charged your battery.

Windows allows you to activate the Hibernate function in Power
Management. If you do so, when the system reaches a critical power
level, it will enter a Standby or Hibernate mode (depending on your
settings). Enabling this function will permit you to preserve data in
RAM from being lost when the battery is about to use the last of its
power. You should familiarize yourself with those settings in Windows
to help prevent data loss.

Standby and Hibernate Modes

While both Standby mode and Hibernate mode permit power savings,
each serves a different purpose. The Standby mode uses a trickle of

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battery power to keep the RAM active. This option provides you with
a faster resume. Hibernate provides more substantial power savings, as
well as providing a safe mode for switching batteries. Since the system
is powered-down it takes longer to resume operation. This Suspend to
Disk option will allow you to suspend for a longer time, since it does not
require battery power to hold the session in RAM. Resuming from RAM
is much quicker than resuming from disk. The WinBook notebook can
remain in the hibernate mode for up to a week on a fully charged battery.
You should consider these factors when deciding which mode to use.

The Hibernate mode, since it does not consume any power, can also be
a useful way to save you time in getting started on your work. If you like
to work with a number of programs open on a regular basis, you can use
the hibernate mode to save the active session with those programs already
opened. Rather than wait for the system to shut down each program and
then manually reloading each program the next time you are ready to
work, you can suspend and be ready to work once the session has been
resumed.

Keep in mind, it is still a good idea to shut down and restart your system
over a few uses, just to refresh the system or to allow your virus software
to perform a complete scan of your system, if you have enabled such an
option.

Safety & Operation

The WinBook notebook does not have a handle or a rough surface for a
sure grip, so use a carrying case when traveling. At times, you may want
to put both the case and the WinBook notebook within a larger briefcase
to conceal the system and reduce the risk of theft. Do not use this product
in an unstable location. Serious damage could result if the system should
fall. When using the AC adapter, be certain that the cord is not placed
where someone might trip over it (since this might cause your computer
to fall.) Avoid rough handling of your WinBook notebook. Jolts to the
system can damage components or result in data loss. Transport your

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If your WinBook
notebook is unable

to Hibernate, which

suspends to disk, (for exam­ple if your Save-to-File file is
too small or damaged), it will
suspend to RAM (Standby).
When the unit is suspended to
RAM, there will be a slow trickle
of power and the battery could
drain completely and data could
be lost. When the unit is in
Standby, the power manage­ment system cannot gauge
battery charge levels. Since
the Standby mode uses a trickle
of battery power to maintain the
information in RAM, the battery
will slowly discharge in this
mode. As a result, it is possible,
if the unit remains in Standby
until the battery is completely
discharged, for the information
in RAM to be lost. If you will
be suspending the system for
a long period, you should use
the Hibernate method.

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WinBook notebook in a case or bag that provides adequate cushioning
and a secure position. Never check your WinBook notebook in as luggage
when you are traveling. Even the toughest carrying case won’t protect it
from such rough handling. Although it is tempting to pack your WinBook
notebook in your luggage, it is apt to result in a broken system. The best
solution is to carry the WinBook notebook with you. Avoid high and low
temperatures. While you travel in the summer, do not leave your WinBook
notebook in a car trunk on a hot day. Trunk temperatures can reach 140° F,
beyond the safe range for the WinBook notebook. Do not leave the
unit sitting in direct sunlight in your car on a hot day. The heat can cause
system damage. Also be careful when shipping or storing your WinBook
notebook so that it is not exposed to high or low temperatures. The
batteries will not operate as well under extremes of temperature. They
are specified to work from 41° to 95° F (5° to 35° C). Running your
WinBook notebook in temperatures below 41° F or above 95° F will
reduce the battery life. If a battery module is left in the sun and gets quite
hot, it is apt to fail to charge. This is due to a safety switch in the battery
module that is aimed at preventing over-heating due to over-charging.
Once the battery cools down, you will be able to charge it. In extremely
cold weather, you may find that it takes longer for the battery to charge
or that it does not fully charge.

Slots and openings in the system are for ventilation purposes. Do not
obstruct or cover these openings or the system could overheat. Do not
place the system in close proximity to a source of heat or a source of dust.
Protect your modem. Be aware that phone systems can be either analog
or digital. Your modem is designed to work on an analog phone system.
Most residential telephones are analog. Digital phone systems typically
involve building–or company–specific PBX (Private Branch eXchange)
systems. Some PBX systems can use voltages that will damage an analog
modem. Before you hook up your modem in a hotel or at a new company,
check with the facilities manager. To find an analog line, you might look
for a fax machine. Your WinBook notebook has built-in circuitry
protection for the modem in your system. This circuitry will help protect

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your system from electrical damage, but it is still recommended that you
locate an analog line where possible. Note that there are products available
that will support analog modems on digital PBXs.

If an extension cord is used with this product, ensure that the total
ampere ratings of all the devices sharing the extension cord do not exceed
the rating of the extension cord, nor the rating of the wall outlet. As with
the AC Adapter, be certain that the cord is placed so that no one will trip
over it (since this might cause the computer to fall).

The WinBook notebook can be used safely in a moving car. Power
adapters that will connect between the WinBook notebook and a cigarette
lighter socket are available. For information, contact Sales at the number
listed on the “Quickstart Guide” sheet that came with your system.

Contact technical support if:

a) The power cord appears damaged or frayed

b) Liquid has been spilled on the product

c) The product does not operate normally

d) The product has been dropped or the cabinet impeached

e) The product shows a distinct change in performance

Travel

Travel Tips

• It is a good idea to load common printer drivers onto your WinBook
notebook (such as HP Laser Jet and DeskJet drivers). This will allow
you to print from many printers at your destination, even if you do
not carry your own printer with you.

• Take along a bootable CD or floppy disk (if you also take along

your optional USB Floppy Disk Drive), just in case there is damage
to your hard drive.

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• Travel can present considerable risks of system shock or theft.
Complete a full system backup before traveling.

• Be familiar with your Setup settings, or print a copy of them,
in case there is damage to those settings while you travel.

• If you will be traveling to another country, check with your travel
agent to determine whether or not you will need special adapters
to use the electrical outlets and telephone connections.

• If you do a lot of traveling, you might find it useful to purchase
an acoustic coupler for your modem (which hooks to the handset
instead of directly to a phone jack), to allow connection even where
compatible phone jacks cannot be found. However, most public
phones are now being upgraded to accept modem/fax connection
from portable computers.

• Hand your WinBook notebook to an airport attendant rather than
setting it on the conveyor for security checks. This will help reduce
the possibility of theft.

Note: X-rays will not damage your system.

• Password protect your system (with at least one level of password)
to help preserve your data.

• Consider purchasing a lock for your WinBook notebook. The WinBook
notebook comes with a slot for connecting a lock located on the left side
of your system case.

• Brand or physically mark your computer to make for easy identification.

• If you will be using an Internet provider or other on-line service,
call ahead to find out local access numbers for your destination(s).

• In case your destination does not have outlets near convenient
work spaces, you might want to pack a short extension cord.

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Remember to pack:

• Your WinBook notebook

• Your AC adapter/power cord

• Any international converters for your adapter

• Any international converters for your modem

• Network cable, if you will be connecting directly to a network

• Printer and/or printer cable

• PCMCIA cards and any detachable connections for those cards

• Spare battery packs (if any)

• Bootable floppy or CD

• A spare floppy or two for easy file exchange (if you are using the
optional USB Floppy Disk Drive)

• Manuals for any critical software (printed or CD), including Windows

Remember to:

• Charge your battery

• Change your power management settings to more aggressive settings,
if appropriate

• Transfer the working files you will need

• Change your security settings (passwords and Floppy Disk Controller
access) if you will be traveling in an insecure environment.

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Chapter 4:

Upgrading

Your System

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Memory

Since RAM requirements for software programs are constantly increasing,
your WinBook notebook is made to allow for an easy upgrade in system
memory with 200-pin DDR SO-DIMM modules provided by WinBook
Corporation. Your WinBook contains 2 memory slots.

The chart below shows you some of the possible memory configurations
for your WinBook notebook:

Module 1 Module 2 Total

128MB 128MB 256MB

256MB 256MB 512MB

512MB 512MB 1024MB

Your WinBook notebook
requires SO-DIMM

modules. You can con-

tact the Sales department
at the number provided on your
Quickstart Guide brochure to find
the right SO-DIMM modules
for your system.

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Figure 4.1: Bottom
of the WinBook notebook

Memory Compartment

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To Upgrade a Memory Module:

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

2. Disconnect all peripherals and carefully turn the unit over.

3. Remove the battery by engaging the battery release switches and
sliding the battery out of the compartment.

4. The memory slots are located within the Expansion Compartment
which is located in the middle of the unit, just below the battery bay.

(Figure 4.1)

5. Remove the 1 screw from the expansion compartment cover and set it
in a safe place.

6. Slide the cover towards you then lift it up and away from the notebook.

7. You will now see the RAM slots. If replacing an existing module,
gently push out on the edge clips to release the module, then angle
the card slightly upwards and out from its edge connector slot.
(Figure 4.2) Store the card in
the anti-static bag that contains
your new module(s).

8. To install a new memory card,

hold the card with its edge con­nector toward the edge connec­tor slot of the compartment. In
order to help you orient the
card, the edge connector has
been made with two unequal­length sections. You will only
be able to insert the card in one
direction.

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Electrostatic Discharge
can cause damage to

SO-DIMM modules (and

other computer components).
Always remember to (1) Keep the
component in its protective pack­aging until you are ready to install
it, and (2) Wear a wrist grounding
strap attached to grounded metal
or, if a strap is not available,
discharge static before handling
the SO-DIMM module.

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Figure 4.2: Replacing or installing RAM

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9. Holding the card at a shallow angle, insert the edge connector into
the slot. When the card is fully inserted, the edge connector should
not be visible.

10. Press the card downward until it is flat. (Figure 4.3) You should hear
an audible click as the latches of the connector secure the card in
place.

11. Once the module is properly seated, you can replace the cover on
this compartment. Press the cover flat and then slide it into place.
The hole in the cover should align with the screw hole in the
system case.

12. Replace and tighten the compartment cover screw.

13. Line up the battery for insertion into the battery bay channel. Gently
slide the battery towards the center of the unit until an audible click
indicates that the latches have been secured.

14. Turn the unit right side up. Connect your power cord if desired, and
restart the computer. Your WinBook notebook should automatically
register the new memory. If the memory size indicated during the
POST (Power On Self Test) does not match your new memory con­figuration, retrace the steps
of the installation to be certain
that the SO-DIMM modules are
properly installed.

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Figure 4.3: Replacing the

Memory Card

Be careful when insert­ing or removing a SO-

DIMM module. Forcing

a SO-DIMM module in or out
of a socket can damage the sock­et and/or the SO-DIMM module.

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Upgrading the Hard Drive

Hardware and software changes quickly. In order to make it easy for you
to expand the capacity of your WinBook notebook, the hard drive in your
WinBook is made to be easily swapped out for upgrading. You should be
sure to back up your hard drive before attempting to change the hard
drive.

WARNING: Be sure that your hard drive is completely backed
up before installing a new drive.

The swappable hard drive feature can also allow you to move your hard
drive to and from another computer that supports the same swappable
drive configuration. If the system is to be used by several users, it can
also allow you to have separate hard drives for each user. This can help
the users to maintain security and configuration options. To maintain
security in an environment where drives are swapped, you should consider
enabling the password option in the Setup program.

WARNING: Whenever you handle memory components (hard
drive, SO-DIMM modules) from your system, you should be careful
of excess static. It is advisable to wear a grounding strap, if you have
one available. If you do not have a grounding strap, discharge static
by touching a grounded object before beginning.

To Upgrade Your Hard Drive:

1. Back up the installed drive completely.

2. Power down the system completely. You should unplug the AC
adapter and remove the battery before removing the drive. Disconnect
any attached peripherals. See Chapter 3 for instructions on removing
the battery from the WinBook notebook.

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3. Turn the system over. The front of the unit should be facing you.

4. The hard disk drive (HDD) compartment is located in the lower

left corner of the unit. (Figure 4.3) There are two screws that secure
the compartment cover to the unit. Remove the screws and set them
in a safe place. (Figure 4.4)

5. Remove the single screw that attaches the rail kit to the drive bay.
Once the screw is removed, slide the rail kit to the left side of the
notebook to disengage the drive pins from the notebook header.
Gently lift the rail kit up and out of the drive bay.

6. The drive is attached to the rail kit by 4 screws. Remove the screws

and set them in a safe place. Slide the drive out of the rail kit.

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Figure 4.3: Bottom of the WinBook notebook

Hard Disk
Drive

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7. Remove the new hard drive from its anti-static bag. You can use
the same anti-static bag to store your old hard drive.

8. Slide the drive into the rail kit. Secure the 4 screws that attach the drive
to the rail kit.

9. Slide the rail kit into place. Be certain that the screw hole on the rail
kit aligns completely with the screw hole in the case.

10. Secure the rail kit with the single screw.

11. Replace the hard drive cover by laying it flat on the compartment

opening and sliding it towards the center of the unit until the screw
holes are aligned with the cover holes. Insert and tighten the 2
compartment cover screws.

12. Finished!

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Figure 4.4: Replacing the Hard Disk Drive

Installing a new or
replacement hard disk

may require you to

reload the operating system.

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Wireless LAN (optional)

Your WinBook has been designed to support the latest networking technol­ogy via a wireless Mini PCI card that conforms to the 802.11x standards.

Upgrading to Wireless LAN

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

2. Disconnect all peripherals and carefully turn the unit over.

3. Engage the battery release latches and carefully slide the battery out
of the bay.

4. The Mini PCI slot is within the expansion compartment which is
located in the middle of the unit. (Figure 4.5)

5. Remove the single screw from the expansion compartment cover
and set it in a safe place.

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Figure 4.5:
Bottom of the
WinBook note­book

Wireless Mini
PCI Card

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6. Slide the cover toward you then lift it up and away from the notebook.

7. You will now see the Mini PCI slot. To install the wireless card, hold
the card with its edge connector toward the Mini PCI slot edge con­nector. (Figure 4.6) In order to help you orient the card, the edge con-
nector has been made with two unequal-length sections. You will only
be able to insert the card in one direction.

8. Holding the card at a shallow angle, insert the edge connector into the
slot. When the card is fully inserted, the edge connector should not be
visible.

9. Press the card downward until it is flat. You should hear an audible
click as the latches of the connector secure the card in place.

10. Attach the wireless antenna lead to the connector labled "main" on the
Mini PCI card. Replace the cover on the compartment. The hole in the
expansion compartment cover should align with the screw hole in the
system case.

11. Replace and tighten the single screw.

12. Line up the battery for insertion into the
battery bay channel. Gently slide the battery
towards the center of the unit until an audi­ble click indicates that the latches have
been secured.

13. Turn the unit right side up. Connect your
power cord if desired, and restart the com­puter. Once Windows loads your wireless
LAN card will be automatically detected
and installed by the operating system.

14. Finished!

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Figure 4.6: Installing the Wireless PCI Card

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Firmware Upgrades

Your WinBook notebook has certain software written into ROM
(Read-Only Memory), including the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)
Setup Program. This firmware, as this software is called when it resides
on chips, can be upgraded to provide enhancements. These upgrades can
be downloaded from the WinBook Web Page (www.winbookcorp.com)
or obtained on diskette. Technical Support can provide you with help in
erasing the current firmware and replacing it with the updated version.
Use the Technical Support phone number provided on your Quickstart
Guide to get assistance in upgrading your firmware.

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Index

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Index

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Index

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AC Adapter, 14, 19, 36-41, 43, 45, 49,
51, 54

ACPI, 39

Battery, 5, 8-9, 15-19, 21, 36-42, 45,

49-51, 54-55

Charging, 17, 36

BIOS, 34, 56
Boot, 19

Bootable Floppy, 45
Password, 44, 51

CD-ROM, 5, 9, 26-27, 39

Drivers, 10, 27, 30, 43

DVD, 5, 9, 16, 18, 24, 26

Firewire, 12

Function Keys, 19

Hard Drive, 10, 16, 24, 39, 43, 51, 53

Hibernate, 36-37, 39-41

Internet, 6, 10, 30, 34, 44

Keyboard, 3, 5, 8, 16, 19-21, 30

Lock Slot, 13

Memory, 11, 48-51, 56, 58

Microphone, 10-11, 17-18, 24

External Microphone, 11, 24

Modem, 13, 42, 44-45

Monitor, 8, 14, 19, 23

External Monitor, 14, 23

Mouse, 17-18, 21-22, 30-31

See Pointing Devices, 22

Passwords, 45

Boot, 19

Pointing Devices, 18, 22

Port Replicator, 8-9

RAM, 15-16, 40-41, 48-49

Safety, 41-42

Speakers, 11, 16, 24

External Speakers, 11, 24

Standby, 17, 39-41

Temperature, 36, 42

Touchpad, 17-18, 22

Travel, 43-44

USB, 8-9, 12, 14-15, 22, 43, 45

USB Floppy Disk Drive, 43, 45

Volume, 10, 24, 26

Wireless LAN, 10, 17-18, 54-55

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