Notebook Computer User's Guide
Preface Copyright 2003 All Rights Reserved. Manual edition, 2003 Document Number G732 The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer.
Notices Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Shielded interface cables and a non-shielded AC power cord must be used in order to comply with emission limits. This equipment is to be used with power supply: I/P: 100-240 Vac, 50-60Hz, 1.5A O/P: 19Vdc, 4.74A There is no internal power supply. Canadian DOC Notice For Class B Computing Devices This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.
8. Place the power cord in such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place anything on top of the power cord. 9. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted. 10. If the equipment is not use for a long time, disconnect the equipment from the main power outlet to avoid being damaged by transient overvoltage. 11. Never pour any liquid into the opening, this could cause fire or electrical shock. 12. Never open the equipment.
A. For U.S. and Canada: • • B. C. The cord set must be UL Listed and CSA Certified. The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are No. 18 AWG. For Japan: • All components of the cord set must bear a “ T ” mark and registration number in accordance with the Japanese Dentori Law. • The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are .75m ㎡ conductors. For Other Countries: • 18.
or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Never remove the battery pack while the power is on as this may result in data loss when the system loses power. Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise 1. Bitte lesen Sie diese Hinweis sorgfältig durch. 2. Heben Sie dirse Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf. 3. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Versenden Sie Keine Flüssig- oder Aerosolreiniger.
14. b. Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen. c. Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt. d. Wenn das Gerät nicht der Bedienungsanleitung entsprechend funktioniert oder Sie mit Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine Verbesserung erzielen. e. Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt. f. Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist. VORSICHT: Explosiongsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ.
C. Für andere Länder: • 18. Die Zubehörteile des Kabel-Sets müssen das Prüfsiegel derjenigen Stelle, die in dem jeweiligen Land für die Sicherheitsprüfung zuständig ist, tragen. • Das Kabel muss vom HAR (harmonisierten) Typ H05VV-F sein. • Das Kabel-Set muss eine Stromkapazität von mindestens 2,5 Ampere haben und Spannungen von 125 oder 250 V Wechselstrom gestatten.
This Notebook computer system is designed for years of productive and pleasurable computing. Use this section to keep notes about details of your purchase. Update this section when you add new options.
1 Introduction
WARNING: There are more and more people spending large amounts of time in front of computer monitors now that scientists from many fields including anatomy, psychology, and occupational safety are involved in the study of ergonomically sound work environments. A few tips to help you work effectively without a lot of physical discomfort: • Purchase a chair with armrests and good back support. Don't slouch when sitting; keep your back straight.
Getting to Know Your Computer Opening the LCD Panel At the front of the Notebook you will find a retaining latch on the display panel that locks the display in closed position when the Notebook is not in use. 1. Slide the display panel latch to the right until the display panel releases, and then raise the LCD screen. 2. At any time you can tilt the display toward or away from you to a comfortable viewing position. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the display panel: 1.
1. LCD Cover Release Latch Slide this latch to the right to open the LCD cover.
2. LCD Screen Your Notebook computer is equipped with a replaceable color Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen that supports up to 1024 x 768 or 1400 x 1050 x 16M LCD resolution utilizing a AGP BUS. A built-in backlight allows you to comfortably view the screen even when ambient lighting is low. 3. Short-cut Keys These two short-cut keys are assigned as functions for: Explorer and mail respectively. 4.
9. The Built-in Microphone The built-in microphone is located to the left of the TouchPad. 10. Scroll Button Use this button to scroll up and down the scrolling bar. 11. System Status Indicator Panel The system status indicator panel keeps you informed of the computer’s operating status. There are also two system status indicators — Power and Charge LED — on the left side of the notebook. (Please refer to "The Left Side" section description) Indicates the the computer is accessing the PCMCIA drive.
The Front NOTE: This application does not apply when the system is power on. The function of this application is the same as when you are using the Windows based Media Player in playing a music CD. 1. The Play/Pause Button Press the Play button to play a selected track. Press the Pause button to freeze the music when necessary. Pressing the button again resumes playing the track from where it was frozen. 2. The Stop/Eject Button Press this button to stop a track.
4. The Next Track Button Press this button to start the next track. 5. The Volume Buttons Press the left button to decrease the volume or the right button to increase the volume of the played track. 6. Audio DJ Power Button Slide this Power button to power on the audio DJ. NOTE: You will not be able to use this button to turn off the Windows based CD Player application when the notebook computer is in operation.
1. Ventilation Opening Please don’t block this opening during operation of the system. 2. The LAN Port This jack provides a standard RJ-45 connection for integration with an existing network or a high-speed (ADSL or cable) connection via a network cable. NOTE: When using a LAN, please use an EMI Shielding Cable to minimize an inteference when transmitting. 3. 1394 USB A fast external bus standard that supports data transfer rates of up to 400 Mbps (400 million bits per second).
7. Power On This indicator will lit when the notebook is powered on. The Right Side 1. The DVD-ROM or DVD Combo Your Notebook comes with a swappable 5.25" IDE 8X DVD-ROM or 16X Combo drive. 2. USB Ports Your computer includes four Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 port. USB2.0 is the latest development in Plug and Play technology. It will eventually replace the need for separate connectors for external keyboards, serial ports, and parallel (printer) port.
The Rear 1. Audio Line Out/SPDIF Jack You can plug an external speaker, headphone or connect the line out jack to an audio device such as a cassette recorder to record the notebook's audio output. S/PDIF engine receives the digital format data from DVD-ROM or Combo drive, regroup the date to be synchronous signal and de-multiplexes audio and other digital data. 2. External Microphone Jack This mono microphone jack is used to connect an external microphone. 3.
This allows you to print documents without any inconvenient cable hookups. 4. Parallel Port This port allows you to easily connect a parallel printer or plotter using this 25-pin bidirectional female port. 5. External CRT Port This port allows you to easily connect an external VGA/SVGA display monitor into your Notebook using the 15-pin female connector. 6. TV Out Port This 4-pin S-Video port allows you to view the Notebook's Video output on a television monitor. 7.
The Bottom Panel 1. Battery Your notebook comes equipped with a factory-installed battery pack module. After the battery runs down, the module can be removed and replaced with a charged battery. 2. Battery Release Latch Lift up this latch to release the battery from its bay.
3. Expansion Compartment This compartment will serve as an expansion to upgrade your RAM module. 4. DVD-ROM Release Latch Push this latch to release the DVD-ROM from its bay. 5. Hard Disk Drive Your computer includes a 2.5-inch IDE hard disk drive (9.5mm in height). The notebook PC's BIOS automatically detects IDE drive types.
2 Getting Started
Connecting to a Power Source Connecting the AC Adapter A universal AC adapter is provided to supply your computer with power and also charge the computer’s battery pack. The adapter’s AC input voltage can range anywhere from 100 to 240 volts, covering the standard voltages available in almost every country. The power cord for the AC adapter requires a three-hole grounded AC outlet. To connect the computer to an external power source: 16 1.
CAUTION: The best kind of AC power source to connect your Notebook to is a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply). Lacking this, use a power strip with a built-in surge protector. Do not use inferior extension cords as this may result in damage to your Notebook. The Notebook comes with its own AC adapter. Do not use a different adapter to power the computer and other electrical devices. Whenever possible, keep the AC adapter plugged into the Notebook and an electrical outlet to recharge the battery.
Operating on Battery Power Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that lets you operate the computer without an external power source. When the battery pack is fully charged, you can operate the computer for approximately 2 hours under the following conditions: • The battery pack initially has a full charge. • No peripheral devices are installed. • The disk/DVD-ROM drives run no more than 10% of the time. NOTE: Only use batteries that are approved by an authorized dealer.
3. Gently lower the battery into the bay and push it until it clicks securely in the bay. To remove the battery pack: 1. Turn off the notebook, and disconnect the AC adapter. Close the LCD panel and turn it over and place it on a solid, flat surface. 2. Lift the release latch to release the battery from the bay. At this time the battery will now be angled slightly out of the bay.
3. 20 Hold the battery at the finger grip and lift it out of the compartment.
Charging the Battery Pack The installed battery pack charges automatically any time the computer is connected to the AC adapter and an external power source. If this is your first time to use the battery, be sure to fully discharge the battery and recharged until it is fully charged.
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3 Using the Notebook Computer
Adjusting the LCD Screen Display The LCD screen display can be adjusted by the following key combinations. KEYS FUNCTIONS [Fn] + [F7] Decreases the brightness level. [Fn] + [F8] Increases the brightness level. [Fn] + [F10] Use this key combination to expand your video screen or reset to its original size. [Fn] + [F12] This key combination toggles the display between the LCD, CRT, simultaneous LCD/CRT, TV, simultaneous CRT/TV. LCD Care LCD screens are delicate devices that need careful handling.
• TV only • Simultaneous display of the TV screen and CRT monitor You can switch between these display configurations by pressing the key combination [Fn] + [F12]. For information on connecting an external display, please refer to Chapter Four. A Tour of the Notebook’s Keyboard The Notebook’s keyboard uses a standard QWERTY layout with the addition of special function keys and an embedded numeric keypad for number intensive data entry.
The Notebook’s Hot Key Controls KEYS FUNCTION(S) Power Button Press this button once to power on or enter the suspend/resume mode. Press this button for more than 4 seconds to power off the system. Internet Button Open Internet WWW Home short-cut key Email Button Open Email Reader short-cut key [Fn] + [F2] This key combination turns on/off the volume. [Fn] + [F3] Decreases the speaker volume. [Fn] + [F4] Increases the speaker volume. [Fn] + [F7] Decreases the brightness level.
TouchPad Precautions The TouchPad is a pressure sensitive device. precautions. Please take note of the following • Make sure the TouchPad does not come into contact with dirt, liquids or grease. • Do not touch the TouchPad if your fingers are dirty. • Do not rest heavy objects on the TouchPad or the TouchPad buttons.
You can use the TouchPad with Microsoft Windows as well as non-Windows applications. Connecting an External Tracking Devices The system will only enables you to use one tracking device whether it is an internal or external tracking device. Data Storage and Retrieval Data storage and retrieval are two of the most fundamental tasks you will perform when working with your computer. The Notebook is equipped with a hard disk drive (HDD). The HDD is removable allowing for easy upgrades.
• Store discs in a cool dry place not to damage the disc. • Do not use benzene, thinners, or cleaners with detergent. Only use DVD-ROM cleaning kits. • Do not bend or drop the discs. Loading a Disc To play a CD disc, follow the instructions listed below. 1. Push the DVD-ROM/Combo eject button on the CD drive door. Gently pull the tray all the way out. 2. Carefully lift the DVD-ROM/Combo by the edges and make sure the shiny surface is face down (the side with no writing on it).
NOTE: Do not insert any foreign objects into the disc tray. If you experience difficulty when ejecting the CD disk tray, stretch a paper clip (or use a pin or a thin metal rod) and insert it into the emergency eject hole located on the right side of the front panel. The CD disk tray should eject immediately. This procedure can also be used to remove a CD from the drive when the Notebook is powered off. Removing the DVD-ROM/Combo Drive 1.
2. Pull out the DVD-ROM drive from the bay. PCMCIA Cards and Expansion Sockets The Notebook features one PCMCIA expansion socket design to interface with one Type II card. Inserting a PCMCIA Card The computer will emit a medium tone followed by a high tone when a PC card is inserted. When you eject a card, the computer will emit a high tone followed by a medium tone. You can insert and remove a PC card whether the computer is turned On or Off. Follow these instructions to insert a PCMCIA card: 1.
CAUTION: Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before servicing or disassembling this equipment. To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord. Power Saving Modes This section contains information on the Notebook’s power system, including the AC Adapter, the battery system, recharging the battery, and tips for conserving battery power. The power system is comprised of two parts, the AC Adapter and the battery system.
Preparing the Battery Pack for Use Before using the battery pack for the first time, the Smart Battery IC within the battery pack should be calibrated in order to get accurate reporting of remaining battery life status. To calibrate the battery pack follows the instructions below: 1. Insert the battery into the battery compartment and turn on the Notebook. If the battery is completely without power go to the next step. Otherwise, let the battery run down until the battery low-low warning beeps are heard.
Battery Status Windows 98/ME/2000/XP has an applet in the Control Panel that will display an icon in the Windows taskbar indicating when the Notebook is running on battery power or is attached to the AC adapter. This applet also displays a meter that indicates how much charge is remaining in the battery. Battery Low Warning When the pack initially reaches the “Battery Low” state approximately 10 ~ 15 minutes of the usable battery life is left. You will hear an audible beep signal every 1.
Small Battery for the Real Time Clock There is a small built-in battery pack that supplies power to the system in order to maintain certain system information while the power is off. If the Notebook is left without a power source for long period of time, this battery will be exhausted and system information will be lost. WARNING: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
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4 Desktop Operation
Your notebook is capable of providing you with efficient and productive mobile computing, it also has the speed and capacity to service as a desktop system. This chapter discusses those functions of your notebook that are typical of desktop systems. Audio The Multimedia Sound System The Notebook’s built-in audio capabilities allow you to take advantage of a wide range of education and entertainment multimedia software.
Audio Volume Control The Notebook is equipped with hot-key volume controls: Pressing the [Fn] + [F3] hot-key combination decreases the audio output volume, press the [Fn] + [F4] hot-key combination increases the audio output volume. Audio Software Your notebook comes equipped with an integrated sound system capable of providing you with quality audio sound through the built-in speakers or through external speakers connected via the system ports.
External Speakers and Microphone The sound system is capable in providing high-quality sound to external speakers and receiving and processing sounds from an external microphone or external sound source. Connecting Peripheral Devices To expand your computing capabilities, you can add a variety of external devices to your computer. You may, for example, want to add a mouse, modem, or a printer.
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5 Running BIOS Setup
Introduction The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup program is a menu driven utility that enables you to make changes to the system configuration and tailor your system to reflect installed hardware or alter system performance. When the Notebook is turned back on, the system is configured with the values stored in CMOS.
The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections: • • • • • Main - Use this menu to make changes to the basic system configuration. Advanced - Use this menu to enable and make changes to the advanced features available on your system. Security - Use this menu to set a password. The password allows boot up and controls access to the BIOS setup menu. Boot - Use this menu to configure the default system device used to locate and load the Operating System and for booting up the Notebook.
Shift + Tab Minus key Moves the cursor to previous position available in the field. F5 Scrolls backward through the values for the highlighted field. Plus key (+) F6, Space Scrolls forward through the values for the highlighted field. Home PgUp Moves the cursor to the field at the top of the window. End PgDn Moves the cursor to the field at the bottom of the window. (-) F9 Sets the parameters for the current menu to their default values. F10 Save and Exit.
Use the [PgUp] and [PgDn] keys or the up and down arrow keys (↑↓) to scroll through the entire help document. Press the Home key to display the first page, press End to go to the last page. To exit the help window, press the [Enter] or the [Esc] key. Save Changes and Exit the Setup Program Refer to the Exit menu section of this chapter for detailed information on saving changes and exiting the setup program.
System Time Sets your system to the time that you specify. The format is hour, minute, second. Use the [Tab] or [Shift] + [Tab] keys to move between the hour, minute, and second fields. System Date Sets your system to the date that you specify (usually the current date). The format is month, day, year. Use the [Tab] or [Shift] + [Tab] keys to move between the month, day, and year fields. ` Primary Master This field is used to configure the IDE Hard Disk installed in the system.
NOTE: Before attempting to configure a hard disk drive, make sure you have the configuration information supplied by the manufacturer of your hard drive. Incorrect settings can result in your system not recognizing the installed hard disk. Type The following options are available for this field: Auto (default value), None Select Auto to automatically configure an IDE type drive. This option only works with standard IDE drives.
recognized and properly configured. If automatic detection is successful, the correct values will be filled in for the remaining fields on this submenu. If no drive is installed or if you are removing a drive and not replacing it, select None. DVD-ROM if a DVD-ROM is installed as the IDE Adapter 0 Master. To configure a drive that is not an IDE type drive, if it is User. Manually enter the number of cylinders, heads and sectors per track for your drive.
Disabled, 2 Sectors, 4 Sectors, 8 Sectors, 16 Sectors (default value) LBA Mode Control When enabled, this option uses 28-bit addressing of he hard drive without regard for cylinders, heads, and sectors. Note that Logical Block Access may decrease the access speed of the hard disk. In order to make changes to this field, the Type field must be set to User.
Set the Type field to Auto to provide the optimum transfer mode. Configurations are: Disabled, Mode 0, Mode 1, Mode 2 (default value), Mode 3, Mode 4 After using the legend keys to make changes to this submenu, press the [Esc] key to exit back to the Main menu. ` Secondary Master The value in this field indicates the type of your Notebook’s DVD-ROM drive. The arrowhead icon indicates that this field contains a submenu. The submenu is used to configure a DVD-ROM installed in the system.
Summary Screen This field display the system configuration when you boot up the system. Disabled (default value), Enabled System Memory This field display the amount of conventional memory detected by the system during bootup. You do not need to make changes to this field. This is a display only field.
boot-up. You do not need to make changes to this field. This is a display only field. The Advanced Menu Selecting Advanced from the menu bar displays the advanced menu: ` I/O Device Configuration This menu allows you to configure the notebook's serial and parallel ports diskette controller as well as the peripherals connected to your system. Each field on this submenu is covered below.
Parallel Port This field allows you to configure the Notebook’s parallel port. The following options are available: Disabled, Enabled (default value) Changing the default address and IRQ settings for COM1 and the LPT Port can cause conflicts with other system devices or installed peripherals.
IrDA/FIR This field allows you to enable or disable the Notebook's Fast Infrared (FIR) communication module. The following configuration options are available: Disabled, Enabled (default value) Base I/O Address When the Parallel Port is set to Enabled, the "Base I/O Address" field becomes available and you can set the parallel port's I/O address. Available configurations are: 3F8, 2F8 (default value), 3E8, 2E8 Interrupt Use this option to choose the Interrupt for the Sound chip.
Supervisor Password Is: This field will show Set when you have set a Supervisor Password as described below. If you have not set the Supervisor Password, the field will show Clear. This is a display only field. User Password Is: This field will show Set when you have set a User Password as described below. If you have not set the User Password, the field will show Clear. This is a display only field.
Set Supervisor Password This field allows you to set the Supervisor password. To set the Supervisor password, highlight this field and press the [Enter] key. The following dialog box appears: Set Supervisor Password Enter New Password [ ] [ ] Confirm New Password Type the password and press the [Enter] key. You can type up to seven alphanumeric characters. Symbols and other keys are ignored. To confirm the password, type the password again and press the [Enter] key. The Supervisor password is now set.
Password on Boot This option requires prior setting of the Supervisor password to function. When enabled, the system will then require either the Supervisor or User password before the system can bootup. The options for this field are: Disabled (default value), Enabled Fixed Disk Boot Sector This option requires prior setting of the Supervisor password to function. When set to Normal, the system will allow normal access to the HDD boot sector.
Use the up and down arrows to select the boot device. Then press either the plus key [+] to move the device up the list or the minus key [-] to move the device down the list. The Exit Menu Once you have made all of your selections from the various menus in the Setup program, you should save your changes and exit Setup.
NOTE: Pressing the [Esc] key does not exit this menu. You must select one of the options from this menu or a menu bar item to exit this menu. Exit Saving Changes Once you are finished making your selections, choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to Non-Volatile RAM.
[Yes] [No] Select Yes to save changes and exit the BIOS setup program or press [Esc] to return to the Exit menu. The next time you bootup the Notebook, the BIOS will attempt to load the values you saved in Non-Volatile memory. If these values cause the system boot to fail, reboot and press [F2] to enter the Setup program. Once in Setup, you can try to change the values that caused the system boot to fail. If the problem persists, load the default values as described below.
Load Setup Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. Setup Confirmation Load default configuration now? [Yes] [No] Select Yes to load default values. You can now select Exit Saving Changes or make other changes before saving the values to Non-Volatile RAM. Discard Changes This option allows you to discard the selections you’ve made and restore the values you previously saved.
NOTE: To exit BIOS Setup without saving your changes, select Exit Discarding Changes from the Exit menu and press [Enter]. When prompted by BIOS to save your changes before exiting, select [No] and press [Enter].
6 The Software Utilities Disks
There are two separate procedures on how to install the driver: AutoRun installation and Manual installation. AutoRun Installation • • Follow the step-by-step procedures on the DVD-ROM to execute the “AutoRun” application by selecting the topic of “Driver Installation”. To re-run the “AutoRun” installation, please refer to the procedures on the “Manual Installation” for a more detailed explanation. Intalling the AGP Driver for WinXP 1. Insert the DVD-ROM Driver into your DVD-ROM drive. 2.
6. Restart the system. Intalling the Audio Driver for WinXP 1. Insert the DVD-ROM Driver into your DVD-ROM drive. 2. Click “Start” and Select “Run”. 3. Type the following: D:\Driver\Audio\Setup.exe (If D is not your DVD-ROM drive, substitute D with the correct drive letter). 4. Click on “Setup” to begin the Installation Wizard. 5. Follow the Wizard’s on-screen instructions to complete the installation. 6. Restart the system.
4. Click on “USB20” to begin the Installation Wizard. 5. Follow the Wizard’s on-screen instructions to complete the installation. 6. Restart the system. NOTE: Please note that Window XP Service Pack 1 provides built-in driver for USB 2.0. Do not install USB 2.0 driver from driver CD if you already have Windows XP Service Pack 1 Installing the IR Driver for WinXP To install the IR driver you must first remove the currently installed driver. 1. Insert the DVD-ROM Driver into your DVD-ROM drive. 2.
6. Restart the system.
Manual Installation To install the driver manually, follow the step-by-step procedures described on each individual section for a more clear installation. Installing the CardBus Driver for WinXP Please follow these instructions to install the cardbus driver: 1. From Start, click on the "My Computer" icon and click the "View System Information". 2. Click on the "Hardware" tab from the "System Properties" dialog window. 3. Click the "Device Manager" button. 4.
"Next" button. 6. Select the "Specify a location" and click the "Browse" button to locate the disk drive of your DVD-ROM driver. D:\Driver\MiniPCI\Actiontec\Wireless\WinXP to proceed with the installation. Installing the Accton Combo/Wireless LAN Driver for WinXP 1. Click the "My Computer" icon and click on the "Control Panel" item to open the Control Panel. 2. Double click on the "System" icon. Click the "Device Manager" tab. 3.
Installing the Modem AM303W Driver for WinXP 1. From your screen, click on the “My Computer” icon and use your mouse or touchpad right button to select the “Properties” item. 2. Click on the “Hardware” tab from the “System Properties” dialog window. 3. Double click “Device Manager” tab. 4. Select the “PCI Modem” in the “Modem” group (denoted by a yellow mark symbol). 5. Click the “Driver” tab then click the “Update Driver” item. 6.
You will notice three new entries have been made in the Display Properties window: ATI Displays, ATI color, ATI OpenGL, ATI Direct 3D, ATI POWERPLAY™, ATI Overlay and ATI Options.
ATI Display With ATI Display, you can connect up to three displays simultaneously to the notebook. You can watch a DVD movie on an external television while checking email on your notebook screen - or surf the web on a CRT monitor while working on a presentation on a digital flat panel. The option is yours with these features.
ATI Color You can adjust the right resolution for your screen display.
ATI OpenGL Play the latest and greatest OpenGL based games as well as CAD/Design programs.
ATI Direct 3D An API for manipulating and displaying 3-dimensional objects.
ATI Options Display all the items concerning the ATI related function.
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This chapter describes locating and solving problems that you may encounter while using your computer. Locating a Problem Problems with your computer can be caused by something as minor as an unplugged power cord – or as major as a damaged hard disk. The information in this chapter is designed to help you find and solve minor problems. If you try all the suggested solutions and you still have a problem, make a list of what steps you have taken to correct the problem and contact your dealer.
2. If you are using the Notebook with the AC adapter, check the power outlet, the power cord, and any power switches that may affect your computer. • 3. Check the wall outlet or power strip with an item that you know is functioning properly. A lamp or radio is a convenient item for checking the power. You may also need to check the fuses and breakers in your electric box. • If the outlet is controlled by a wall switch, make sure that the switch is on.
A few seconds after you turn on your computer, a copyright message appears on your display screen. A memory test message appears next; as the test continues, memory size increases until all installed memory is tested. Normally, the only test routine visible on the screen will be the memory test. Two classifications of malfunctions can be detected during the POST: • Error messages that indicate a failure with either the hardware, the software, or the Basic Input/Output System (BIOS).
Problem: Failure in the installation of the Audio driver. Solution: Be sure to first remove the current audio device from your system. Please follow the instruction on the installation of audio driver. Problem: The display screen is dark Solution: Make sure that the computer is not in Suspend mode. Check the Brightness controls for the screen. If the controls are turned too far down, the screen will be dark. Problem: An incorrect date and time are displayed.
Solution: Check that a CD is properly inserted in the drive. Make sure that you are using the correct program for that kind of CD. For example, the system cannot read a data CD using an audio program. Problem: You cannot operate the printer. Solution: Check the printer cable connection. Ensure that the printer power switch is turned on. Confirm that the printer is on-line. Problem: You can’t save data to disk. Solution: Ensure that the disk has been formatted.
Contacting Your Dealer If you still have a problem after reading the preceding sections, the next step is to contact your dealer. Your dealer can determine if the problem is something that requires the computer to be taken to the shop. Before you call your dealer, however, prepare the following information: • • • • How is your computer configured? Your dealer needs to know what peripheral devices you are using.
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8 Upgrading your System
Upgrading your Memory Refer to the following instructions and illustration for information on upgrading your notebook's memory. 90 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. Turn the notebook over so that the rear ports are facing you and locate the memory module compartment. 3. Remove the screws that secure the RAM module compartment cover and set it aside in a safe place. 4. Remove the compartment cover and then angling it up and out. 5.
6. To install the new memory card, hold the card with its gold edge connector toward the edge connector slot of the compartment. To help you orient the cards, the edge connector has been made with two unequal-length sections. You will only be able to insert the card in one direction. 7. Insert the edge connector into the slot. The gold edge connector of the card should not be visible when the card is fully inserted. 8.
92 4. The drive is attached to a special bracket that secures it to the notebook computer. There are 4 screws hold the bracket. Remove the screws and set them in a safe place. 5. Push the HDD slightly in the direction of the arrow as shown in the illustration to release it from the pins of the drive. 6. Gently hold the grip of the HDD, lift it up to release from its compartment.
7. To install the new HDD, you will need to align the tabs on the drive bracket with the slots on the bay. Press down gently on the drive bracket until it engages with the system. Do not force the drive into place this can bend the pins on the hard drive. 8. Slide the compartment cover into place and be sure the screw holes on the cover align completely with the screw holes in the case. 9. Secure the cover with the three screws. CPU Upgrade To upgrade your CPU, follow the procedures below: 1.
3. Unscrew and remove the cover of the CPU compartment. 4. Remove all the screws attached to the heatsink.
1. To remove the heatsink, first loosen the screw carefully. 2. After loosening one screw, be certain that the next to be loosen should be the screw on its adjacent side as shown on the illustration. WARNING: Be sure to loosen all the screws first before removing it totally to release the heatsink. Failure to do so will cause a major damage to the heatsink. 3. Now you can totally remove all the screws also in that order when you first loosen the screw.
3. Lift up and turn the keyboard to remove it from the compartment. 4. Remove the heatsink You are now ready to adjust the jumper setting in upgrading your CPU.
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1: ON RTC Reset 2: N/A 3: N/A 4 98 5 6 OFF ON ON XGA ON OFF ON SXGA+ OFF OFF ON UXGA 7 8 ON ON 533 OFF OFF 400 FSB
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A Specification
Detailed Notebook Specifications General CPU • Intel uFCPGA478 P4/Northwood CPU, 512KB L2 cache on die, up to 3.2GHz HT Memory Main Memory • • 2 expandable memory slot up to 1GB with 512MB technology Support 2.5V DDR 266/333 module ROM • • 512KB Flash ROM Boot block protection Core Logic • • • • • • • • SiS 645DX+962, support Hyper Threading (HT) Function 4X AGP bus interface Supports host bus at 533MHz AGP v2.0 compliant 3.3V PCI version 2.2 compliance ACPI v1.0b USB 2.
Mass Storage HDD • • Support enhanced IDE (PIO mode 4) and bus master (Ultra DMA 33/66/100 mode) Easily upgradable 2.5" 9.5mm HDD Module Bay • • Supports DVD-ROM/Combo Drive; 5.25" 12.7mm height Fast IDE and ATAPI interface DVD-ROM/Combo Drive PCMCIA Sockets • 1 Type II, support CardBus Pointing Devices • • Synaptics TouchPad Support four way scrolling feature Keyboard • • • • • US/Europe, DOS/V keyboard for Japan, full size keyboard alike pitch 300 mm keyboard with key stroke 3.
• • Support SPDIF out AC97 2.1, SPDIF, 5.1 channel support, built-in two stereo speakers I/O Ports • • • • • • • • • • One parallel port supported EPP/ECP (25-pin female D-connector) One S-video TV out port for TV One DC input port for External AC adapter (2-pin DC jack) One Type II PCMCIA card socket One video port for external analog VGA monitor (15-pin female D-connector) USB 2.0 port x 4 MIC-in, headphone jack w/ adaptor for 5.
• • • Removable and rechargeable Charge modes - 3.0 hours to full charge when system is off or in suspend mode More than 2.0 hours of battery life time under Ziff-Davis Inc. BatteryMark 4.0 Test with Intel 478 pin Northwood 2.0GHz CPU and 15.0" SXGA+TFT LCD installed at 25°C Dimensions • • Weight: 3.4Kg with 15.0" display panel, battery and DVD-ROM drive installed Size: 332.0mm (W) x 281.0mm (D) x 39.7mm (H) or 13.07" (W) x 10.81" (D) x 1.56/1.
• • • • Factory option: Audio DJ Factory option: K/B with StickPoint & dual-pointing touch pad Memory Extension card Module bay: DVD-ROM/Combo (DVD-ROM+CD-RW) Drive Accessories • • • • User's manual (option) Driver CD title AC adapter Power cord Software Specifications System Software • • System BIOS: Phoenix BIOS Supported Operating Systems Optional Windows XP or above version • Standard Software Drivers VGA driver Audio driver 1394 driver TouchPad&StickPoint driver IR driver (optional) Modem driver
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