Notebook PC Drivers and Utilities Product Name: Manual Revision: Release Date: Notebook PC Support CD 1 E1435 December 2003
Table of Contents Support CD Support CD for Windows ............................................................ 5 New Windows Installation .................................................................................................. 5 Drivers for Windows ........................................................................................................... 5 VGA Driver ...........................................................................................................................
Support CD LiveUpdate ........................................................................................................................... 50 LiveUpdate Setup ............................................................................................................ 52 Using LiveUpdate ............................................................................................................. 53 PC-cillin 2002 ........................................................................................
Support CD WinFlash .............................................................................................................................. 88 WINFLASH Setup ............................................................................................................ 90 Using WINFLASH ............................................................................................................ 91 Memory Reader .............................................................................................
Support CD Support CD for Windows The Notebook PC you purchased may or may not be preloaded with an operating system. The support CD included with this Notebook PC provides all the necessary drivers and utilities in order for you to use your Notebook PC with Microsoft® Windows® XP (referred to as “Windows” in this User’s Manual). The levels of hardware and software support may vary depending on the installed operating system.
Support CD Required Drivers Some drivers may already be provided in Windows. If you have any problems with these drivers, visit the Microsoft Windows Update site. A link is provided in Microsoft Windows Explorer under “Tools.” VGA (Display) “ATI Mobility Radeon 9600 Series” Driver Installing the VGA driver first will make viewing other setup screens much easier.
Support CD LAN “BCM5788” Driver Installs the required LAN driver for the Notebook PC’s built-in PCI Fast-Ethernet controller. Fast-Ethernet supports both 10 Base-T or 100 Base-TX networks at half or full duplex. This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “Network Adapters.” Modem “SoftK56 Data Fax SmartCP” Driver Installs the necessary driver in order for your operating system to have the correct files for the Notebook PC with built-in modem and drivers for integration with the internal audio.
TouchPad “Synaptics PS/2 TouchPad” Driver Support CD Shown under Windows “Mice and other pointing devices.” Installs “Synaptics® TouchPad” utility. The Notebook PC already supports built-in or externally connected keyboard and PS/2 mouse devices. However, the provided device driver will provide enhancements and features to the TouchPad to increase the functionality of the TouchPad. For detailed information, see the Software Reference in the next section.
Support CD Drivers Provided in Windows XP If you have any problems with these drivers, visit the Microsoft Windows Update site. A link is provided in Microsoft Windows Explorer under “Tools.” 1394 “R5C593” (Already supported in Windows XP) This driver is provided by Microsoft in its Windows XP operating system. This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “IEEE 1394 Bus host controllers”.
Support CD Other Support CD items [Read Me] Text File Gives you notes concerning this support CD or the Notebook PC. [Browse this CD] Link Shows you the contents of this support CD using Windows Explorer. [Technical Support Form] Text File Opens up a Technical Support Request Form so that you will understand what kind of information is needed if you run into problems and require technical assistance. [AFLASH2] Folder This utility allows you to upgrade your Notebook PC’s BIOS in DOS mode.
VGA Driver Software Drivers (It is necessary to install the VGA driver first in order to see other setup screens in their proper sizes.) Topics Covered: VGA Driver Setup Display Settings for Windows XP ATI Taskbar Icon Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
VGA Driver Setup Running setup will give you the following wizard. See next page for VGA settings. Software Drivers 12 On the “License Agreement” screen, click Yes after reading the message. On the “Select Components” screen, click Express... to begin installation. Click Continue Anyway because this driver has been tested to work with Windows XP. On the “Setup Complete” screen, click Finish. Restarting now will help enlarge the screen area to view other setup items more comfortably.
Display Settings for Windows XP Display Properties By right clicking your desktop and selecting Properties, you can view your display properties. Software Drivers Set screen resolution and color quality to the maximum for best results. If your Notebook PC does not support the maximum resolution, panning will occur to cover the extra area. In this case, you can lower the resolution. .
Display Settings for Windows XP (Cont’) Software Drivers Color OpenGL This page allows you to adjust and save profiles for colors, gamma, brightness, and contrast. This page allows you to adjust quality and performance for applications using OpenGL. Direct3D This page allows you to adjust quality and performance for applications using Direct3D.
Software Drivers Display Settings for Windows XP (Cont’) Options Overlay This page allows you to enable or disable ATi quick access desktop and taskbar menus. This page allows you to adjust brightness, contrast, saturation, hue, and gamma for videos.
Display Settings for Windows XP (Cont’) ATi Taskbar Icon Bring up ATi quick-access menus by right clicking on the task bar. You can quickly launch displayrelated property windows using the ATi taskbar. If you cannot see this icon, you may have to “Show hidden icons” by clicking on . Software Drivers Right-click the ATi icon for many quick access menus. 16 Left-click the ATi icon for quick display resolution changing.
ASUS Wireless LAN Software Drivers (Required Driver) Topics Covered: Wireless LAN Driver Setup ASUS WLAN Utility Setup ASUS WLAN Utility Quick Start Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
Wireless LAN Driver Setup Running setup will give you the following wizard: Software Drivers Click OK to install the modem driver. On the “Finish” screen, click OK. ASUS WLAN Utility Setup After installing driver, you need to install the wireless utility. 18 Click Next after reading the “Welcome” screen. Click Next after reading the “Information” screen. On the “Choose Destination Location” screen, click Next to continue or you may first change the destination folder.
Software Drivers ASUS WLAN Utility Setup (Cont’) Click Finish on the “Setup Complete” screen. Select to use “...ASUS Utilities...” for added features while using the wireless LAN device. ASUS WLAN Utility Quick Start After installing the ASUS WLAN driver and utility, the utility will automatically start with Windows. If you need to start it manually, you can launch the utility using the desktop icon or through Windows start.
ASUS WLAN Utility Quick Start (Cont.) Software Drivers 20 Use “Site Survey” if you don’t know the name of your access point(s). Encryption settings must also match those set in the access point. Talk with your network administrator if necessary. Click Apply to save your settings Check the “Status” page to see the “Association State”. It should show “Connected xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx”. You can also see the connection quality on the “Connection” page. Click OK to exit the utility.
ATKACPI Software Drivers (Required Utility) Topics Covered: ATKACPI Setup Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
ATKACPI Setup This utility requires that you manually install it from Device Manager. No software operation is required. Software Drivers 22 Double click Unknown device. Click Reinstall Driver. Select “Install from...” and click Next. Browse to your operating system folder in the “ATK0100” folder and click Next. Click Finish when setup is complete. “ATK0100 ACPI UTILITY” should show under System devices.
Audio Software Drivers (Required Driver) Topics Covered: Audio Setup Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
Audio Setup You will see a “Found New Hardware Wizard” if you device requires setup. If not your driver may already be installed by Windows. If your device is not working, you can manually install the driver as follows: Software Drivers Normally, you will get a “Found New Hardware Wizard” as shown on the next step. If not, double click the Audio controller with a question mark. 24 Select “Install from...” and click Next. Browse to the folder shown here and click Next.
CPU Hotfix Software Drivers (Required Driver) Topics Covered: CPU Hotfix Setup 1 CPU Hotfix Setup 2 Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
CPU Hotfix Setup 1 of 2 Two setups are required. There are several languages available in each folder. After setup, restart Windows and your Windows will be able to utilize advanced features in Intel’s latest mobile processor. The first file will extract to a separate folder. Read “hotfix” for setup instructions. Software Drivers CPU Hotfix Setup 2 of 2 The second file has a setup wizard as follows. 26 Click Next on the welcome screen. Click Next after selecting “I Agree” on the License Agreement.
Intel INF Update Software Drivers (Required Driver) Topics Covered: Intel INF Update Setup Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
Intel INF Update Setup Running setup will give you the following wizard. No other configurations are necessary. Software Drivers 28 On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after reading the message. On the “License Agreement” screen, click Yes after reading the message. On the “Readme” screen, click Next after reading the message. Setup is now complete, select “No...” and click Finish in order to install other items.
LAN Software Drivers (Required Driver) Topics Covered: LAN Driver Setup Configuring your LAN Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
LAN Driver Setup You will see a “Found New Hardware Wizard” if you device requires setup. If not your driver may already be installed by Windows. If your device is not working, you can manually install the driver as follows: Software Drivers Normally, you will get a “Found New Hardware Wizard” as shown on the next step. If not, double click the Network Controller with a question mark in “Device Manager”. Browse to the appropriate folder and click Next. Click Close to close the properties window.
Configuring your LAN Software Drivers Joining a Domain or Workgroup (Windows XP) (1) Click Start and My Computer. (2) Click View system information. You cannot use spaces or symbols in the computer name. In the example here, a warning is given when trying to use “Notebook PC”. You can use the single word “Notebook” instead. (3) Your computer name, workgroup or domain information is shown here. Click Change to view options.
Joining a Domain or Workgroup (Cont’) Software Drivers (4a) Domain: The primary server in the domain will perform routing functions and security verifications for your computer. Select Domain and enter an existing domain you wish to join. NOTE: After clicking “OK”, you will be asked for the Domain Controller’s Administrator password to join the domain in Windows XP.
Software Drivers Joining a Domain or Workgroup (Cont’) (5) After you restart your computer, you should see some contents through Entire Network. Viewing Your Network (6) Clicking on “My Network Places” will display networks which you have installed protocols for. Clicking a network protocol such as “MS Windows Network” will display all the servers available under that protocol.
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Modem Software Drivers (Required Driver) Topics Covered: Modem Setup - Automatic Modem Setup - Manual Modem Configuration Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
Modem Setup - Automatic Running setup will give you the following wizard: Software Drivers Click OK to install the modem driver. 36 After setup is complete, click OK to close the wizard.
Modem Setup - Manual Software Drivers If you have a problem using your modem and there is an exclamation or question mark on “PCI Modem”, you can manually install the driver as follows: Normally, you will get a “Found New Hardware Wizard” as shown on the next step. If not, double click the Network Controller with a question mark in “Device Manager”. Select “Install from...” and click Next. Browse to the your Windows version under the “modem” folder and click Next. Click Finish when setup is complete.
Modem Configuration Use New Connection Wizard in “Network Connections” to start the configuration wizard to your modem. The New Connection Wizard also allows configuration for other communication devices (if available) such as LAN, ISDN, ADSL, or Bluetooth. Software Drivers 38 Double-click New Connection Wizard in Network Connections Select “Connect to the Internet” and click Next. Select “Set up my connection manually” and click Next. Select “Connect using a dial-up modem” and click Next.
Software Drivers Modem Configuration (Cont’) Select your modem and click Next. Enter any name to represent your ISP. Enter the dial up number for your ISP. Selection one of the security preferences and click Next.
Modem Configuration (Cont’) Software Drivers Enter your ISP account name and password and click Next. Select “Add a shortcut...” and click Finish. Connect a telephone cable from your Notebook PC to a telephone jack. When you click on the link, the connection window will show. Click Dial to connect to your ISP.
ChkMail (Optional Utility) Topics Covered: Software Utilities ChkMail Setup Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
ChkMail Setup Running setup will give you the following wizard: Software Utilities On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after reading the message. On the “Choose Destination Location” screen, click Next to continue or you may first change the destination folder. On the “Select Program Folder” screen, click Next to continue or enter a different folder name. On the “Setup Complete” screen, click Finish. You must install ATK0100 before running this utility.
Hotkey (Required Utility) Topics Covered: Setup Screens Hotkey Reference Software Utilities Hotkey Actions Adding a Program to Run Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
Hotkey Setup Running setup will give you the following wizard: Software Utilities 44 On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after reading the message. On the “Choose Destination Location” screen, click Next to continue or you may first change the destination folder. On the “Start Copying Files” screen, click Next after checking the current settings. On the “Setup Complete” screen, click Finish. You can select to launch the utility now.
Hotkey Reference Buttons Add a Hotkey Delete a Hotkey Edit Hotkey Enable all Hotkeys Disable all Hotkeys You can assign three Hotkeys to the two preset by the utility for a maximum of five. If you don’t use the two preset, you can delete them for your own applications. When you choose to add a hotkey, you can specify a key by pressing that key or key combination in the Hotkey box (the key cannot be entered and will be automatically added to the “Notebook Fn Hotkey” category).
Enable all Hotkeys Enables all Hotkeys by placing check marks in front of the Hotkeys in the current category. Disable all Hotkeys Disables all Hotkeys by removing check marks from the front of the Hotkeys in the current category.
Descriptions Move Window To Below: Moves the active window down between 1-50 steps Extend Window From Left: Stretches the active window left between 1-50 steps Extend Window From Up: Stretches the active window up between 1-50 steps Examples (of action) Software Utilities Actions Extend Window From Right: Stretches the active window right between 1-50 steps Extend Window From Below: Stretches the active window down between 1-50 steps Shrink Window from Left: Shrinks the active window from the l
Software Utilities 48 Actions Descriptions Minimize Window: Minimizes the active window Maximize Window: Maximizes the active window Show Normal Size: Shows the active window in normal size (user adjustable) Restore: Restores a minimized window to its previous size. Log Off: Logs the current user OFF from the current Windows session and any connected networks. Shut Down: Exits from Windows and turns OFF the Notebook PC.
Adding a Program to Run To add a Hotkey to run a program follow the steps below. Add a Hotkey (1) Click Add a Hotkey button. Delete a Hotkey Edit Hotkey Enable all Hotkeys Disable all Hotkeys (2) Type a key or key combination here. Software Utilities Delete all Hotkeys (3) Choose Run Program in this pull down menu. (4) Choose an executable file using explorer. (5) Verify your Hotkey and make sure that it is enabled.
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LiveUpdate (Recommended Utility) Software Utilities Topics Covered: LiveUpdate Setup Using LiveUpdate Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
LiveUpdate Setup Running setup will give you the following wizard: Software Utilities On the “Choose Destination Location” screen, click Next to continue or you may first change the destination folder. On the “Setup Complete” screen, click Finish. 52 On the “Select Program Folder” screen, click Next to continue or enter a different folder name. If you don’t have “ATK0100” installed, you will get this message. You must “ATK0100” before using this utility.
Using LiveUpdate Click OK to connect to the “Live Update” server. Newer versions will be shown. Check the items to update or select “Check all”. Click OK to download and install the update. Software Utilities Close other software to ensure no conflicts. When update is complete, click OK to exit. You may be instructed to “reset your BIOS”. It entails pressing [F2] on bootup to enter BIOS setup and selecting Load Setup Defaults, and then Exit Saving Changes on the “Exit” menu.
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PC-cillin 2002 (Recommended Utility) Topics Covered: Software Utilities PC-cillin 2002 Features About Viruses Technical Support PC-cillin 2002 Feature Screens Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
Welcome to PC-cillin 2002 Trend Micro PC-cillin 2002 provides next generation secure computing for today’s personal computers. More than just antivirus software, PC-cillin includes a Personal Firewall, Site filter, Internet mail scanning, and more for all your secure computing needs. Designed for the home or small office user, the friendly interface lets you quickly become familiar with all the powerful features of the software.
Personal Firewall PC-cillin 2002 provides secure Internet computing with its new Personal Firewall feature. Easy to operate, the Personal Firewall protects your computer from unwanted Internet connections. The Personal Firewall is ideal for computers using always-on broadband (DSL, cable modem) connections, or for those computers that are often online. Even computers that only connect to the Internet for short periods of time are still vulnerable to hacker attacks and need protection.
Trojan System Cleaner PC-cillin automatically runs the Trojan System Cleaner (TSC) during initial installation, and every time Real-time Scan runs. The TSC detects the activity of Trojan horse programs, recovers system files which are modified by Trojans, stop their processes, and deletes files dropped from Trojans. Traditional antivirus products only scan "files", they open files and check for virus code.
About Intelligent Update Intelligent Update automatically searches for and downloads the latest files for PC-cillin 2002. This includes pattern and program files for both the main program and PC-cillin for Wireless. In addition, Intelligent Update ensures you have the latest Personal Firewall rules. This powerful function keeps PC-cillin and all its components updated; offering you maximum protection with minimal user intervention. Once your computer is running, PC-cillin checks for an Internet connection.
How viruses are created Until a few years ago, creating a virus required knowledge of a computer programming language. Today anyone with even a little programming knowledge can create a virus. Usually, though, misguided individuals who want to cause widespread, random damage to computers create viruses. In the typical scenario, it is an individual, working alone, who writes a virus program and then introduces it onto a single computer, network server, or the Internet.
Trend Micro Technical Support Email: support@trendmicro.com URL: www.antivirus.
PC-cillin 2002 Feature Screens PC-cillin 2002 Real-time Monitor The Real-time Monitor is the quickest way to access certain functions, for example to display the PC-cillin or Settings windows. With the Realtime Monitor, you know at a glance if real-time scanning is enabled (the lightning streak icon is red) or disabled (the lightning streak icon is grey). The Emergency Lock is activated. All incoming and outgoing Internet traffic is halted.
Power4 Gear+ Software Utilities Topics Covered: Power4 Gear+ Setup Benefits of Power4 Gear+ Power4 Gear+ Interface Power4 Gear+ Configuration Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
Power4 Gear+ Setup Running setup will give you the following wizard: Software Utilities On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after reading the message. On the “Select Program Folder” screen, click Next to continue or enter a different folder name. On the “Select Program Folder” screen, click Next to continue or enter a different folder name. On the “Setup Complete” screen, click Finish. If you don’t have “ATK0100” installed, you will get this message. You must “ATK0100” before using this utility.
Benefits of Power4 Gear+ Power4 Gear+ gives you control over power consumption items by allowing you to instantly “shift” from one power consumption scheme to another. The preferences or “gears” are shown below. You can change or “shift” gears by using the Power4 Gear+ button above the keyboard or by using the task bar icon. Power4 Gear+ can also be automatically activated when AC power is removed.
Using the task bar icon Right-click the icon on the taskbar for quick access to Power4 Gear+ settings. Power4 Gear+ Modes and Power Segments When you are using an AC adapter, the Power4 Gear+ button will allow switching between three modes as shown above. When you remove the AC adapter, the Power4 Gear+ button will allow switching between seven modes as shown above. When you remove or apply the AC adapter, Power4 Gear+ will automatically shift you up or down into the proper mode segment.
Power4 Gear+ Configuration Software Utilities Double click an item to bring up a menu of selections and click on a value to change. To save, select “Save Configuration” form the “File” pull-down menu. If you did not save, you will be prompted to when you exit. Renaming Settings You can rename the power saving levels as you like using the same method to rename files or folders in Windows. In the example on the right, the brightness level is decreased to 13% and the name is changed to “Max Battery Time”.
Power Saving Details CPU Performance System Standby Timer Hard Drive Off Timer Display Panel Brightness Display Panel Off Timer Software Utilities Double click an item to view possible settings. Some power saving items are only available under certain modes.
Probe2 Software Utilities Topics Covered: Probe2 Setup Probe2 Reference Starting Probe2 Using Probe2 Monitoring Probe2 Task Bar Icon Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
Probe2 Setup Running setup will give you the following wizard: Software Utilities 70 On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after reading the message. On “Choose Destination Location” , click Next to continue or enter another destination folder. On the “Select Program Folder” screen, click Next to continue or enter a different folder name. On the “Setup Complete” screen, click Finish.
Probe2 Reference Probe2 is a convenient utility to continuously monitor your computer system’s vital components, such as fan rotations, voltages, and temperatures. It also has a utility that lets you review useful information about your computer, such as hard disk space, memory usage, and CPU type, CPU speed, and internal/ external frequencies through the DMI Explorer.
Using Probe2 Monitoring Software Utilities 72 Monitor Summary Shows a summary of the items being monitored. Temperature Monitor Shows the PC’s temperature. Settings Lets you set threshold levels and polling intervals or refresh times of the PC’s temperature, fan rotation, and voltages. History Lets you record the temperature monitoring activity by date, time, and target history. Click the record button and select a date. To view a previous recording, simply choose that date.
Using Probe2 Monitoring (Cont’) Hard Drives Shows the used and free space of the PC’s hard disk drives and the file allocation table or file system used. Information on other hard drives can be accessed by clicking on the relevant drive letter. Software Utilities Information Memory Shows the PC’s memory load, memory usage, and paging file usage. Probe2 Taskbar Icon Right clicking the Probe2 icon will bring up a menu to open or exit Probe2 and pause or resume all system monitoring.
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TouchPad (Recommended Utility) Software Utilities Topics Covered: TouchPad Setup Overview of the TouchPad Scrolling Properties Page Tap Zones Properties Page More Features Properties Page Button Actions Properties Page Touch Properties Page Edge Motion Properties Page Frequently Asked Questions Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
Touchpad Setup Running setup will give you the following wizard: Software Utilities On the “Choose Setup Language” screen, select a language and click OK to continue. On the “Information” screen, click Next after reading the message. On the “Setup Complete” screen, select “No,...”and click Finish. 76 On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after reading the message. On the “Start Copying Files” screen, click Next after checking the current settings.
Synaptics® TouchPad Features Your Synaptics TouchPad is much more powerful than an old-fashioned mouse.
Adjust the Overall Touch Sensitivity You can control how much finger pressure you must apply before the TouchPad responds by adjusting the Touch Sensitivity slider. This slider is located on the Touch Properties Page in the Mouse Properties dialog. At higher (more sensitive) Touch Sensitivity settings, the TouchPad recognizes even a very slight touch. If you see undesired or erratic pointer motion, try a lower setting. Lower (less sensitive) settings require a firmer touch to move the pointer.
Prevent Accidental Pointing While Typing Unintentional pointer movement and accidental taps can be caused by accidentally brushing the surface of the TouchPad with your palm or another part of your hand. The results of this contact can be observed as a changing cursor location when typing, causing subsequent text to appear in the wrong place. Or text may “spontaneously” be highlighted and replaced. Most often, this unwanted pointing activity occurs when typing on the keyboard.
Move the Pointer Long Distances Suppose you are dragging an object, scrolling at high speed (via Virtual Scrolling! ), or merrily moving the pointer when you suddenly reach the edge of your TouchPad. Don’t despair, the Synaptics TouchPad Edge Motion feature comes to the rescue! Edge Motion helps with long distance pointer motion.
Scrolling Properties Page The Scrolling properties page allows you to customize the Virtual Scrolling capabilities of your TouchPad. In some applications, the scroll zones which activate Virtual Scrolling can be used for zooming too.
Tap Zones Properties Pages The Tap Zones properties pages allow you to assign custom actions to taps in the Touchpad’s corner zone regions (or tap zone regions). The Synaptics TouchPad driver may also control other pointing devices attached to your system. If the Synaptics TouchPad driver is controlling more than one pointing device on your system, the Synaptics pages on the Mouse control panel will have a drop-down box listing all of the pointing devices that are controlled.
More Features Properties Page The More Features properties page allows you to control the following features of you Synaptics TouchPad: Stop Pointer at Window Borders This feature constrains the pointer to stay inside the active window. When you try to move the pointer outside the window, it stops at the edge. If you try a second time, the pointer is free to leave the window.
Button Actions Properties Page The Button Actions properties page allows you to customize the physical buttons of your TouchPad. The Rocker Switch settings are available on Notebook PC’s with scroll buttons between the left and right buttons. Customizing Button Assignments You can customize the TouchPad buttons in the same way that you customize the tap zones.
Touch Properties Page The Touch properties page allows you to customize the tap response and sensitivity of your TouchPad. Taps Check the appropriate boxes in the Taps section of the Touch Properties Page for the tapping capabilities that you prefer: • • • Tap to Click Tap and Drag Locking Drags Touch Sensitivity Software Utilities Use the Touch Sensitivity slider to control how much finger pressure you must apply before the TouchPad responds. See Adjust the Overall Touch Sensitivity.
Edge Motion Properties Page The Edge Motion properties page allows you to customize the long distance pointer motion capabilities of your TouchPad. When your finger reaches the edge of your TouchPad, the Edge Motion feature allows the pointer to continue to move until you lift your finger. See Move the Pointer Long Distances for more details about the Edge Motion feature.
Frequently Asked Questions Q: When I use Virtual Scrolling, the pointer jumps over to the scroll bar, and then jumps back where it came from when I’m done. Is this normal? A: Yes. Q: Why doesn’t the Virtual Scrolling feature work in some windows, even though they have a scroll bar? Software Utilities A: In order to scroll, Virtual Scrolling must be able to “see” the window’s scroll bar.
Frequently Asked Questions (Cont’) Q: Why doesn’t Virtual Scrolling work properly with Microsoft Internet Explorer? A: Make sure you are using Internet Explorer version 4.01 or later, and that the Use Smooth Scrolling option on the Advanced page of the Internet Explorer Properties dialog is NOT checked. Q: When I press and hold the shift key or the control key (CTRL), the pointer movement is either very slow or restricted to move only horizontally or only vertically.
WinFlash (Recommended Utility) Software Utilities Topics Covered: WinFlash Setup Using WinFlash Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
WINFLASH Setup Running setup will give you the following wizard: Software Utilities 90 On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after reading the message. On the “Choose Destination Location” screen, click Next to continue or you may first change the destination folder. On the “Select Program Folder” screen, click Next to continue or enter a different folder name. On the “Setup Complete” screen, click Finish.
Using WINFLASH WINFLASH is a simple utility to update your Notebook PC’s BIOS. To run WINFLASH, access the All Programs shortcut through the Start button. You will be warned that you should only update your BIOS if you know it will solve a specific problem. If you update your BIOS using the wrong BIOS file, your Notebook PC may not boot up. Software Utilities Do not update your BIOS for no reason. When you enter WINFLASH, you will be immediately asked for the BIOS image file.
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Memory Reader (Additional Driver) Additional Drivers Topics Covered: Memory Reader Driver Setup Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.
Memory Reader Driver Setup Depending on your operating system version and drivers installed, you may or may not require this driver. If the built-in flash memory card does not work. Try installing this driver. Running setup will give you the following wizard: On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after reading the message. Click Install to begin installing the driver. Additional Drivers MMC/SD MS/Pro On the “Setup Complete” screen, click Finish.
BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Updating your BIOS ................................................................................... 96 BIOS Setup Program .................................................................................. 96 Main ........................................................................................................... 100 Advanced .................................................................................................. 101 Advanced (sub-menu) ............................
BIOS Setup Program This Notebook PC supports a programmable EEPROM that stores the BIOS software and can be updated using the provided flash memory writer utility. This Section will guide you through the BIOS setup program by providing clear explanations for all the options. A default configuration has already been set. If you are either installing new devices or expanding main memory, you will need to enter the BIOS Setup to reconfigure your Notebook PC.
BIOS Menu Bar The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections. Highlighting a menu item with the ← or → (keypad arrow keys) will automatically display that page on the screen. BIOS Setup NOTE: Press [F2] to switch BIOS setup utility display color. MAIN Use this page to view basic system configurations such as BIOS version, CPU type, memory size, and Date/Time. ADVANCED Use this page to enable and make changes to the advanced features such as IDE devices and internal pointing device.
BIOS Utility Help On the right of each page will display help information to guide you through using the BIOS setup utility. The keys in the legend bar allow you to navigate through the various setup menus. The following table lists the keys found in the legend bar and those that are not with their corresponding alternates and functions.
General Help In addition to the Item Specific Help window, the BIOS setup program also provides a General Help screen. This screen can be called up from any menu by simply pressing [F1] or the [Alt] + [H] combination. The General Help screen lists the legend keys with their corresponding alternates and functions. Scroll Bar BIOS Setup When a scroll bar appears to the right of a help window, it indicates that there is more information to be displayed that will not fit in the window.
Main When the Setup program is accessed, the main menu screen appears as shown: BIOS Setup System Overview AMIBIOS Version: [0202] (display field) This displays the current BIOS version in the Notebook PC’s flash EEPROM. Processor Type [Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 CPU 1400MH] (display field) This displays the current CPU model. Speed [1400MHz] (display field) This displays the CPU speed specified by the above processor.
Advanced BIOS Setup Selecting this item from the previous menu displays the page as shown below. Advanced Settings > IDE Configuration (see next page) TV Display Type [NTSC] This allows you to set the TV output signal to match the frequency used in your region. The configuration options are: [NTSC] [PAL] Internal Pointing Device [Enabled] This allows you to turn ON or OFF the Notebook PC’s built-in touchpad.
Advanced (sub-menu) Selecting this item from the previous menu displays the page as shown below. BIOS Setup IDE Configuration > Onboard PCI IDE Controller [Both] (shows enabled item) This item allows you to enable or disable the IDE channels. The configuration options are: [Disabled] [Primary] [Secondary] [Both] > Primary/Secondary IDE Master/Slave (display field) [Hard Disk] This item automatically detects any IDE device connected here. Press [Enter] to edit device information.
[Primary IDE Slave - No Device] BIOS Setup [Hard Disk] [ATAPI CDROM] [Secondary IDE Slave - No Device] NOTE: Before attempting to configure a hard disk drive, make sure you have the configuration information supplied by the manufacturer of the drive. Incorrect settings may cause your system to not recognize the installed hard disk. To allow the BIOS to detect the drive type automatically, select [AUTO].
Type [Auto] Select Auto to automatically detect an IDE type drive. This option only works with standard built-in IDE drives. If automatic detection is successful, the correct values will be filled in for the remaining fields on this sub-menu. The configuration options are: [Not Installed] [Auto] [CDROM] [ARMD] LBA/Large Type [Auto] BIOS Setup When Logical Block Addressing is enabled, 28-bit addressing of the hard drive is used without regard for cylinders, heads, or sectors.
Security BIOS Setup Selecting this item from the previous menu displays the page as shown below. Security Settings The BIOS Setup program allows you to specify passwords in the Security menu. The passwords control access to the BIOS and certain Security menu options during system startup. The passwords are not case sensitive. In other words, it makes no difference whether you enter a password using upper or lowercase letters.
Change Supervisor Password / Change User Password The system password protects the BIOS settings. When “Enabled”, you will be prompted for a password after you press [F2] to enter BIOS setup. To set a password: 1. Select “Change ... Password” and press [Enter], type a password (up to 8 letters/numbers) and press [Enter], BIOS Setup 2. Type the same password again and press [Enter] to confirm. (You can type up to eight alphanumeric characters. Symbols and other keys are ignored.
Hard Drive Security Primary Master HD Password A hard disk password places a protection on the hard disk drive so that a password is necessary in order to access the hard disk drive. When “Enabled”, the hard disk drive will be protected as follows: • Hard drive password will be required on system bootup. • Hard drive password will be required even to enter BIOS setup. BIOS Setup • The protected hard disk drive cannot be used as a master or slave drive on another computer.
Power Selecting this item from the previous menu displays the page as shown below. BIOS Setup Power Settings Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech. [Automatic] This allows you to set the performance versus battery optimization method when AC power is applied or removed. The configuration options are: [Maximum Performance] [Battery Optimized] [Reversed] [Automatic] [Disabled] LCD Power Saving [Enabled] This allows you to set the performance versus battery optimization method when AC power is applied or removed.
Boot BIOS Setup Selecting this item from the previous menu displays the page as shown below. Boot Settings > Boot Settings Configuration > Boot Device Priority > Hard Disk Drives > Removable Drives Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the built-in network device’s boot ROM. When enabled you can select LAN as a boot device. Configuration options are: [Disabled] or [Enabled].
Boot (sub-menu) Selecting this item from the previous menu displays the page as shown below. BIOS Setup Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot [Enabled] When enabled, BIOS will skip certain tests while booting. This will decrease the time needed to bootup the system. The configuration options are: [Disabled] [Enabled] Quiet Boot [Enabled] When disabled, BIOS will display normal POST messages. When enabled, BIOS will display a splash screen instead.
Boot BIOS Setup Selecting this item from the previous menu displays the page as shown below. Boot Device Priority 1st Boot Device [Removable Dev.] Specifies the boot sequence from the available devices. A device enclosed in parenthesis has been disabled in the corresponding type menu. The configuration examples are: [Removable Dev.] [MITSUMI USB FDD] [PM-IC25N040ATMR04-] [ATAPI CDROM] [Disabled] (The configuration options depend on “Hard Disk Drives” in the previous menu.
Exit Once you have made all of your selections from the various menus in the Setup program, you should save your changes and exit Setup. Select Exit from the menu bar to display the following menu: BIOS Setup Exit Options Save Changes and Exit Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM. The CMOS RAM is sustained by an onboard backup battery and stays on even when the Notebook PC is turned OFF.
Load Optimal Defaults This option allows you to load the “Optimal” values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When this option is selected or if [F9] is pressed, a confirmation is requested. Select Yes to load default values programmed into the BIOS file (the default values may change from one BIOS version to another). You can now select Save Changes and Exit or make other changes before saving the values.
