TMC110-en.book Page 26 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 26 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Touchpad The built-in touchpad is a PS/2-compatible pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finger on the surface of the touchpad. The central location on the palm rest provides optimum comfort and support. Note: When using an external USB or serial mouse, you can press Fn-F7 to disable the touchpad. .
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TMC110-en.book Page 28 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 28 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Storage This computer supplies you the following media storage: • High-capacity Enhanced-IDE hard disk • High-speed optical drive Hard disk The high-capacity hard disk is the answer to your storage needs. Optical drive The computer comes with a USB CD-ROM drive or an IEEE 1394 DVD/ CD-RW combo drive.
TMC110-en.book Page 29 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 29 Audio The computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity PCI stereo audio, and includes a built-in sensitive microphone and stereo speaker. There are audio ports on the right panel of the computer. See “Right view” on page 7 for more information on connecting external audio devices. Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons.
TMC110-en.book Page 30 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 30 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Power management This computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, floppy drive, hard disk, and video memory. If no activity is detected for a period of time (called an inactivity timeout), the computer stops some or all of these devices in order to conserve energy.
TMC110-en.book Page 31 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 31 Moving around with your TravelMate This section gives you tips and hints on things to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer. Disconnecting from the desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save your work in progress. 2 Remove any media, diskette or compact disc, from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the operating system. 4 Turn off the computer. 5 Close the display cover.
TMC110-en.book Page 32 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 32 1 Getting to know your TravelMate you can put the computer in Sleep mode by pressing Fn-F4. Then close and latch the display. When you are ready to use the computer again, unlatch and open the display; then press, slide and release the power switch. Note: If the sleep indicator is off, the computer has entered Hibernation mode and turned off. If the power indicator is off but the sleep indicator is on, the computer has entered Sleep mode.
TMC110-en.book Page 33 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 33 damage the drive head. • Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall. Caution: Avoid packing items next to the top cover of the computer. Pressure against the top cover can damage the screen.
TMC110-en.book Page 34 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 34 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Traveling with the computer “when you are moving within a larger distance, for instance, from your office building to a client’s office building or traveling locally” Preparing the computer Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home. Make sure that the battery in the computer is charged. Airport security may require you to turn on your computer when bringing it into the gate area.
TMC110-en.book Page 35 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 35 • AC adapter • Power cords that are appropriate to the country to which you are traveling • Spare, fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer • Proof of purchase, in case you need to show it to customs officials • International Traveler’s Warranty passport Special considerations Follow the same special considerations as when traveling with the computer.
TMC110-en.book Page 36 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 36 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Securing your computer Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your computer. Security features include hardware and software locks — a security notch and passwords. Using a computer security lock A security keylock notch located on the rear panel of the computer lets you connect a Kensington-compatible key-based computer security lock.
TMC110-en.book Page 37 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 37 • Primary Hard Disk Password protects your data by preventing unauthorized access to your hard disk. Even if the hard disk is removed from the computer and moved to another computer, it cannot be accessed without the Primary Hard Disk Password. Important! Do not forget your Supervisor and Primary Hard Disk Password! If you forget your password, please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center.
TMC110-en.book Page 38 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 38 1 Getting to know your TravelMate • Supervisor or User Password • Primary Hard Disk Password Press Enter, and re-enter a valid password. Important! You have three chances to enter a password. If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries, you need to restart the computer to try again. Slide and hold the power switch for four seconds to shut down the computer. Then turn on the computer again, and try again.
TMC110-en.book Page 39 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 39 3 Press Enter. Then re-enter the password in the Confirm New Password field, and press Enter. 4 Press Enter to accept the changes and save the password. Changing a password Follow these steps: 1 To remove a password, use the cursor keys to highlight a password parameter and press Enter. The following box appears. 2 Enter the current password, then press Enter. In the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields, type a new password.
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TMC110-en.book Page 42 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM After learning the basics of your TravelMate computer, let’s get acquainted with the advanced features of your computer. In this chapter, you will learn how to add options, upgrade components for better performance, and customize your computer.
TMC110-en.book Page 43 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 43 Expanding through options Your TravelMate offers you a complete mobile computing experience. Connectivity options Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the computer. Fax/data modem Some models have a built-in V.92 56Kbps software modem. Warning! This modem port is not compatible with digital phone lines.
TMC110-en.book Page 44 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 44 2 Customizing your computer Built-in network feature The built-in network feature allows you to connect your computer to an Ethernet-based (10/100 Mbps) network. To use the network feature, connect an Ethernet cable from the network jack on the rear of the computer to a network jack or hub on your network.
TMC110-en.book Page 45 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 45 Fast infrared The computer’s fast infrared (FIR) port allows you to do wireless data transfer with other IR-aware computers and peripherals such as infrared printers. The infrared port can transfer data at speeds of up to four megabits per second (Mbps) at a distance of up to one meter. To use FIR, position two IR-aware devices such that their IR ports are no more than one meter apart and offset no more than 15 degrees.
TMC110-en.book Page 46 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 46 2 Customizing your computer Connecting your optical drive Connect the AC adapter and the USB cable to the rear of the optical drive (a). Plug the other end of the USB cable to the computer (b). Connect the AC adapter to the power outlet (c). IEEE 1394 The computer’s fast IEEE 1394 port allows you to connect IEEE 1394 supported devices like a digital video camera. See your video or digital camera’s documentation for details.
TMC110-en.book Page 47 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 47 PC Card slots There is a type II CardBus PC Card slot found on the right side of the computer. This slot accepts credit-card-sized cards that enhance the usability and expandability of the computer. These cards should have a PC Card logo on them. PC Cards (formerly PCMCIA) are add-on cards for portable computers, giving you expansion possibilities long afforded by desktop PCs.
TMC110-en.book Page 48 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 48 3 2 Customizing your computer Press the slot eject button (a) to pop out the eject button; then press it again (a) to eject the card (b). EasyPort The EasyPort expansion device option adds a host of ports for your computer, and allows you to connect and disconnect peripherals from your computer in one quick step.
TMC110-en.book Page 49 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 49 Upgrade options Your computer delivers superior power and performance. However, some users and the applications they use may demand more. This computer allows you to upgrade key components when you need increased performance. Note: Contact your authorized dealer if you decide to perform a key component upgrade.
TMC110-en.book Page 50 Monday, March 3, 2003 4:46 PM 50 2 Customizing your computer 3 Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot (a), then gently press it down (b) until it clicks into place. 4 Replace the memory cover and secure it with the screw. The computer automatically detects and reconfigures the total memory size. Notebook Manager The computer has a built-in system setup program called Notebook Manager.
