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Safety Instructions As with any other piece of precision electronic equipment, proper care and operation of your notebook computer will prolong its use. Help your notebook computer last longer by following the advice in this section: Handling the Computer Do not expose it to excessive heat or direct sunlight. Do not expose your notebook computer to any shock or vibration.
Do not expose it to strong magnetic fields. Do not leave it in a place where foreign matter or moisture may effect the system. Do not turn off any peripheral devices when the computer is on. Do not turn off the power until you properly shutdown all programs.
Do not place the computer on an unstable surface. Do not place the computer on any surface which will block the vents. Don’t use or store the computer in a humid environment. Do not disassemble the computer by yourself.
Do not place anything heavy on the computer. When traveling by air, follow the airline’s instructions for in-flight use. If there is an unusual odor, heat or Perform routine maintenance on your computer. smoke coming from your computer, unplug the cord.
Handling of the Power Cord & Battery Do not plug in the power cord if you are wet. Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. Do not use the power cord if it is broken. Do not touch the battery contacts with your hands or any metal objects.
Keep the battery away from metal appliances. Affix tape to the battery contacts before diposing of the battery. Handling Peripheral Devices Use only approved brands of peripheral devices. Unplug the power cord before attaching any peripheral devices.
Other reminders Do not throw the computer or accessories into a fire. Do not touch the poisonous liquid if the LCD panel breaks. Remember to periodically save your data. Data may be lost if the battery is depleted. Take periodic breaks if you are using the computer for long periods of time.
Developing Good Work Habits Developing good work habits are important if you need to work in front of the computer for long periods of time. Improper work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or other joints. The following are some tips to reduce the strain: – Adjust the height of the chair and/or desk so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your elbow. Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands in a relaxed position.
Remember to: – Alter your posture frequently. – Stretch and exercise your body several times a day. – Take periodic breaks when you work at the computer for long periods of time. Frequent and short breaks are better than fewer and longer breaks. Lighting Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue in your neck and shoulders. – Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside sources of light.
Contents Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer......... 1-1 Checking the Items .................................................. 1-2 Top view with LCD display closed ........................... 1-3 Top View with Display Open ................................... 1-4 LCD Display ............................................................. 1-5 Microphone .............................................................. 1-5 LED Status Indicators ...............................................
Parallel Port .............................................................. 1-9 Vent ........................................................................ 1-10 External Monitor (CRT) Port .................................... 1-10 Dual USB Ports ....................................................... 1-10 TV out..................................................................... 1-10 IEEE 1394 .............................................................. 1-11 LAN Jack/Phone Jack .......................
LED Indicators ....................................................... 2-5 LED Power Indicators ................................................... 2-6 LED Status Indicators ................................................... 2-7 The Hard Disk Drive (HDD) .................................... 2-8 Removing the HDD ................................................ 2-8 Inserting the HDD ............................................... 2-10 The Floppy Disk Drive (FDD) ................................
Setting the Power Management functions ............ 3-4 Creating a file on your hard drive ................................... 3-5 Battery Information ................................................. 3-6 New Battery: ............................................................. 3-6 Battery Life: .............................................................. 3-6 Battery FAQ ........................................................... 3-6 Conserving Battery Power .....................................
System Configuration Utility Options ................ 5 - 8 Startup Menu .............................................................. 5 - 8 Memory Menu ........................................................... 5 - 11 Disks Menu .............................................................. 5 - 12 Components Menu ................................................... 5 - 13 Power Menu ............................................................. 5 - 16 Exit Menu..............................................
Step 1: Installing the VGA Driver ....................... 6-12 Step 2: Installing the Audio Driver ..................... 6-12 Step 3: Installing the Hot Key Driver ................. 6-13 Step 4: Installing the LAN Driver ....................... 6-14 Step 5: Installing the Modem Driver .................. 6-14 Installing Drivers in Windows 2000 ...................... 6-16 Step 1: Installing the SiSIDE Utility .................. 6-16 Step 2: Installing the VGA Driver .......................
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) ......................................... 7-7 Hardware Installation ............................................ 7-7 LCD Panel ............................................................... 7-8 Memory Module ..................................................... 7-8 PC Card .................................................................. 7-9 Power .................................................................... 7-10 Printer ........................................................
Getting to know your computer Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer 1 In this chapter you will become familiar with the basic functions and components of your notebook computer and possibilities for expansion.
User’s Manual 1 Checking the Items Carefully remove everything from the box and check the items one by one. If any item is missing or damaged contacted your dealer immediately. 1 2 You should have a: 1. Notebook Computer 2. User’s Manual 3 3. Driver Utilities CD ROM 4 4. Power Cord 5. Carrying Bag 6.
Getting to know your computer Top view with LCD display closed 1 To open the LCD display: 1) Place the computer on a stable surface. 2) Move the cover latch to the right to release the top cover. 3) Lift the top cover to reveal the LCD panel and keyboard. 4) Adjust the LCD panel to a comfortable viewing angle. 1 figure 1-2 1.
User’s Manual 1 Top View with Display Open 1 1. LCD display 2. Microphone (built-in) 3. LED status indicators 4. Three hot-key buttons 3 5. Power button 6. Keyboard 4 2 7. Stereo speakers 8. TrackPad and buttons 5 9.
Getting to know your computer LCD Display 1 The Notebook comes with a TFT LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) display. Depending upon the model you have purchased, the display can be either a 13.3” or 14.1” XGA TFT color panel. Microphone Record on your notebook computer with this built-in microphone. Note After turning the computer off, wait at least 5 seconds before turning it on again. LED Status Indicators Display the system's operational status.
User’s Manual 1 Keyboard An A4-Size Win98 keyboard with an embedded numeric keypad. It has many of the same features as a full-sized desktop keyboard and can easily be replaced with a non-English keyboard should you desire. Stereo Speakers Two built-in speakers provide rich, stereo sound. TrackPad and Buttons The pointing device features a sensitive glide pad for precise movements.
Getting to know your computer Right Side View 1 3 1 2 figure 1-4 1. CD-ROM/DVD-ROM 2. Vent 3. Security Slot 5.25" CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive A 24X-speed 5.25” CD-ROM drive or a DVD-ROM drive (12.7mm height) is standard depending on the model you purchased. For more information on using the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM please refer to Chapter 2. Vent Enables airflow to prevent the notebook from overheating. Security Slot To prevent possible theft, a lock can be attached to this slot.
User’s Manual 1 Attaching a security lock To install the security lock, wrap the cable around a desk or other immovable object, then insert the locking device into the slot located on the right side of the computer.
Getting to know your computer Rear View 1 2 1 6 3 5 7 8 9 4 figure 1-6 1. DC-in jack 5.External monitor 7. TV out 2.PS/2 type port (CRT) port 8. IEEE 1394 port 3. Parallel port 4. Vent 6. Dual USB ports 9. LAN/Phone jack Note Refer to tables 11a and 1-1b at the end of this chapter for a list of peripheral devices that can be connected to the computer. DC-in Jack Plug the supplied AC adapter into this jack to power your notebook.
User’s Manual Vent 1 Enables airflow to prevent the notebook from overheating. Warning To prevent your computer from overheating, make sure nothing blocks the vent while the computer is in use. External Monitor (CRT) Port Connect an external CRT monitor to this port to allow simultaneous display on the LCD display and external CRT monitor. Dual USB Ports A hardware interface for low-speed peripherals such as the keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, printer and telephony devices.
Getting to know your computer IEEE 1394 IEEE 1394 1 Allows high speed connection to various peripheral devices, such as an external disk drive or a digital camera. LAN Jack/Phone Jack Supports integrated LAN and modem functions.
User’s Manual Left Side View 1 Note Refer to tables 11a and 1-1b at the end of this chapter for a list of peripheral devices that can be connected to the computer. 1 2 5 3 6 4 figure 1-7 1. Microphone-in jack 2. Speaker-out jack 4. PC card slot 5. Infrared port 3. Audio volume control 6. Floppy disk drive Microphone-in Jack A microphone can be connected to your notebook via this jack. Note The S/PDIF output feature is available only in Windows 98 after the Audio driver is installed.
Getting to know your computer Audio Volume Control 1 Adjust the audio volume with this knob. Audio volume can also be adjusted in the operating system. PC Card Slot A Type-II PC card slot which also supports CardBus mode. Refer to Chapter 2 for more information on the PC Card slot. Infrared Port Allows wireless communications with an infrared-compatible device. The Infrared port supports IrDA (HPSIR) 1.1 and ASKIR (Sharp standard) mode.
User’s Manual 1 Bottom View 1 2 figure 1-8 1. RAM Cover 2. Battery Cover RAM Cover The cover secures the installed RAM modules. For further information on removing or inserting the RAM modules, please refer to Chapter 4. Battery Pack Cover The cover secures the battery pack in its bay.
Getting to know your computer Peripheral devices Peripheral devices can be added to the notebook through the ports, jacks and slots on the back and left side of the computer. If you plan on attaching many peripherals at once, you can choose to connect the different devices through different ports. Refer to table 1-1a and table 1-1b on the following pages which list the ports and the devices that can be used.
User’s Manual 1 Device Port Au d i o In p u t Au d i o o u tp u t d i g i t al s till c am er a d i g i t al v i d eo c am er a ex t er n al d r i v es g am e c o n t r o l l er s PS/2 X P ar al l el X U SB X IEEE1394 * X Mic r o p h o n e-In Sp eak er -o u t k ey b o ar d X X X X X X In f r ar ed P C C ar d X table 1-1a 1 - 16 * Your notebook will only accept IEEE 1394 devices which have their own power source.
Getting to know your computer 1 Device modem Port PS/2 mouse or other pointing device other notebooks PD A printer scan n er X Parallel X U SB X IEEE1394 * X X X X X X X X X * Your notebook will only accept IEEE1394 devices which have their own power source.
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Using the computer Chapter 2. Using the Computer Your notebook computer can be used almost anywhere, in the home, office, or on the road. To learn more about your computer, please read this chapter.
User’s Manual The Power Sources 2 The computer can be powered by either an AC adapter or a battery pack depending on where you want to use it. AC Power Adapter Use only the power adapter that comes with your computer. An incorrect type of power adapter will cause damage to the computer and its components. 1) Plug the power adapter cord into the DC-in jack on the rear panel of the computer. 2) Connect the power adapter with the power cord. 3) Plug the power cord into a properly grounded outlet.
Using the computer Battery The battery allows you to use your notebook computer while you are on the road or an electrical outlet is unavailable. Battery life varies depending on the 2 applications and the configuration you're using. To increase battery life, let the battery discharge completely before recharging. We recommend leaving the battery inside the notebook at all times. For more information on the battery, please refer to Chapter 3. 1.
User’s Manual Recharging by AC Power 2 The battery pack automatically recharges when plugged into an electrical outlet. If the computer is powered on and in use it will take several hours to fully recharge the battery. When the computer is turned off but plugged into an electrical outlet, battery charge time is less. (Refer to LED Power Indicators in this chapter for information on the battery charge status.
Using the computer Turning on the Computer Now you are ready to begin using your new notebook computer. To turn it on simply press the power button in the right top of the front panel. 2 The Power Button can also be used as a Suspend/Resume hot-key button if pressed less than four seconds and appropriately configured in the SCU. (Please refer to Chapter 5, BIOS Utilities, for more information.
User’s Manual LED Power Indicators 2 Note When the battery is critically low, immediately connect the AC adapter to the computer or save your work; otherwise, the unsaved data will be lost when power is depleted. LED power indicators figure 2-4 Ic o n Co lo r Green D es c r i p t i o n The computer is turned on. Blinking Green The system has entered the configured suspend mode. Yellow Blinking Yellow No light AC power is plugged in or battery power is full. The battery is being charged.
Using the computer LED Status Indicators Once your computer is on and in use, the LED status indicators will display the 2 system's operational status. figure 2-5 Ic o n Co l o r Note To enable/disable the Scroll Lock feature, press the Fn and Scr Lk key simultaneously. De sc r i p t i o n Green Floppy disk drive is being accessed. Green The hard disk/CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive is being accessed. Green Num Lock is activated. Green Caps Lock is activated. Green Scroll Lock is activated.
User’s Manual The Hard Disk Drive (HDD) The hard disk drive is used to store your data internally in the notebook computer. It is mounted in a removable case and can be taken out to accommodate 2 other 2.5” IDE hard disk drives with a height of 9.5 mm or 12.7 mm. The system supports DMA mode 2, PIO mode 4, and ATA-33/ATA-66/ATA-100 IDE HDD. Removing the HDD Warning Before removing the HDD, please check with your dealer to find out if this will VOID your warranty. 1) Turn off the computer.
Using the computer 3) Carefully raise and set the keyboard aside (figure 2-7). 4) Locate the HDD. 5) Lift the HDD out of the computer by pulling on the HDD tab (figure 2-8). 2 2 3 1 figure 2-7 1. HDD figure 2-8 2. HDD tab 3.
User’s Manual Inserting the HDD 2 (with no HDD currently installed) 1) Place the HDD into the computer in its appropriate spot, making sure to align the HDD connector with the socket on the mainboard (figure 2-9). 2) Connect the HDD connector securely to the mainboard by gently pressing the HDD. 3) Reinstall the keyboard. 2 3 1 4 1. HDD 2. HDD tab 3. HDD connector 4. HDD socket on mainboard.
Using the computer The Floppy Disk Drive (FDD) The computer is equipped with a fixed 1.44 MB, 3.5” floppy disk drive module. It is usually designated drive A by default and can be used as a boot device if 2 properly set in the SCU (please refer to Chapter 5, BIOS Utilities). Inserting/Removing Diskettes When using the floppy drive, always insert your floppy diskette with the labelside facing up. To remove the inserted diskette, press the eject button on the top-right corner of the floppy drive.
User’s Manual The CD-ROM/DVD-ROM 2 Warning When manually ejecting a CD disk, DO NOT use a sharpened pencil or similar object that may break and become lodged in the hole. The CD-ROM/DVD-ROM is a 24X speed 5.25” drive. It is usually labeled drive D and may be used as a boot device if properly set in the SCU (please refer to Chapter 5, BIOS Utilities). Loading Compact Discs To insert a CD disk, press the Open Button and carefully place a CD disk onto the Disc tray with label-side facing up (see below).
Using the computer Handling CDs or DVDs Proper handling of your CDs will prevent them from being damaged. Please follow the advice listed below to make sure that the data stored on your CDROM / DVD-ROM disks can be accessed. 2 Remember to: - Hold the CD or DVD by the edges; do not touch the surface of the disc. - Use a clean, soft, dry cloth to remove dust or fingerprints. - Do not write on the surface with a pen. - Do not attach paper or other materials to the surface of the disk.
User’s Manual The PC Card Slot 2 The computer is equipped with one PC card slot (previously referred to as PCMCIA). The slot can support either one 3.3V/5V type II PC card or one 3.3V CardBus card (PC Card 95). For information on what devices are supported by the PC Card Slot, please refer to table 1-1 in Chapter 1. Inserting PC Cards Align the PC card with the slot and push the card in until it locks into place. Removing PC Cards To remove a PC card, simply press the eject button next to the slot.
Using the computer PC Card Problem in Windows 98 After installation of Windows 98 or Windows 98 Second Edition, you may find that the PC cards are not working normally and you may 2 have noticed one or more of the following: - An exclamation mark appears in the PC card driver in Device Manager - PC cards don’t work at all - PC card controllers are not enumerated - PC card controllers are disabled on power-up - PC card controllers are disabled when you resume the computer from Suspend mode This is a probl
User’s Manual Hot Keys 2 The computer provides you with two sets of hot keys: three hot-key buttons on the computer and the function key combinations on the keyboard. Three Hot-Key Buttons The computer offers three hotkey buttons for quick one button access to the Internet, e-mail or a user-defined application. To use the user-defined hot key, you need to figure 2-13 install the Hot-Key driver. Refer to Chapter 6 for driver installation steps. Ho t K ey Fu n c t i o n Acti vate the e-mai l box.
Using the computer Programming the Hot Keys After installing the hot key driver, you may have to configure or change the driver settings. To configure the driver, right click the Hot key driver icon 2 on the task bar and the following menu will appear. Hot-key Driver Menu To program the user-defined hot key, you must configure “Application 1.” To configure and specify an application for Application 1, you must: 1) Select Application 1 and press Enter. A dialog box will appear on the screen.
User’s Manual Function Keys 2 On the bottom-left of the keyboard is the Fn key or Function key. The Fn key allows you to change K ey s F n + E sc Fn + F3 Fn + F5 Fn + F6 D es c r i p t i o n Toggle between suspend /resume state Expand LC D di splay Turn audi o on/off Toggle between C RT/LC D /LC D and C RT D ecrease LC D bri ghtness Fn + F9 operational features F n + F 10 Increase LC D bri ghtness instantly.
Using the computer The Numeric Keypad The keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for easy numeric data input. The keypad stands out by its blue typeface. 2 To use the keypad simply: • Activate the Num Lock feature by pressing the Num Lock key. • Press the desired number keys.
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Power and Battery Information Chapter 3. Power and Battery Information Power Management You can manage power consumption while maintaining system performance by setting your computer to one of the available power management modes. Information on the various types of power management are listed below.
User’s Manual Hard Disk Standby The computer's hard disk drive motor will be turned off if the hard disk drive has not been accessed for a specified period of time. If the system reads or writes data, the hard disk motor will be turned back on. 3 Suspend and Resume With this function you can stop an operation and restart where you left off. The hard disk is turned off, and the CPU is made to idle at its slowest speed. All open applications are retained in memory.
Power and Battery Information · Pressing any keyboard key · Pressing the power button (if configured as a Suspend/Resume function under SCU) · An incoming call to your modem · Alarm resume is enabled and expires B: Suspend To Disk or Hibernate * Suspend To Disk or Hibernate uses no power and saves all of your information on a part of the HDD. It saves the maximum power but takes the longest time to return to full operation.
User’s Manual Setting the Power Management functions You can set the Power Management functions either in the SCU or the operating system. 3 For information on how to set the power management options, please refer to the Power Menu in Chapter 5 (for settings available in the SCU) or refer to the Help Manual of your operating system (for settings available in the OS). If you set both the Windows OS power management settings and the SCU power management settings, don’t worry.
Power and Battery Information Creating a file on your hard drive To use Suspend to Disk or Hibernate with Windows 98 or Windows 98SE , you must create a file on your hard disk drive. The instructions are as follows: While in DOS mode: Note The program file 0VMAKFIL comes with the enclosed utilities CD-ROM. 3 1) Go to Drive A: or the CD-ROM drive (depending on where the file 0VMAKFIL is located.
User’s Manual Battery Information Please follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery. New Battery: 3 Always use a new battery before recharging it. Battery Life: Battery life may be shortened through improper maintenance. To optimize the life and improve the performance of your battery, fully discharge and recharge the battery at least once every 30 days.
Power and Battery Information How do I maintain the battery ? Completely discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or after about 20 partial discharges. Conserving Battery Power 3 Display brightness The LCD display consumes a lot of power, so setting the brightness level to low will save power. Applications and external devices Different applications and external devices consume battery power even when they are not being used.
User’s Manual Removing the Battery We recommended that you don’t remove the battery, but if it is 3 necessary you need to do the following: 1) Remove the two screws 3 1 holding the battery lock in place. 2) Remove the battery cover. 3) Disconnect the battery from 2 1 the main computer. 4) Slide the battery out. 1. screw holes 2. battery cover 3. battery connector socket figure 3-1 4 5 4. battery connector 5.
Upgrading the Computer Chapter 4. Upgrading the Computer This chapter contains the information on upgrading the computer. Follow the steps outlined to make the desired upgrades. If you have any trouble or problems you can contact your dealer for further help.
User’s Manual Replacing the HDD 4 Warning Before removing the HDD, please check with your dealer to find out if this will VOID your warranty. 1) Remove the HDD along with its case from the computer (refer to Removing the HDD on pages 2-8 to 2-9 for details). 2) Remove the two screws on the HDD connector board. 3) Gently disconnect the HDD connector board from the HDD being careful not to bend any pins. 4) Remove the two screws on each side of the case. 5) Slowly remove the HDD from the case.
Upgrading the Computer 8) Attach the HDD connector board to the HDD being careful not to bend any pins. 9) Screw the HDD connector board on to the HDD. 10) Place the HDD into the computer (refer to Inserting the HDD in Chapter 2 for details).
User’s Manual Upgrading the Memory 4 Note: If you are using two memory modules in your computer we strongly recommend using memory modules of the same size. Note: If you are using 2 memory modules, they must be of the same type, either both must be PC-100 or both must be PC-133. The computer has two memory sockets for 144-pin Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Modules (SO-DIMM) and supports both PC-100/PC-133 SDRAM.
Upgrading the Computer To upgrade the memory in your notebook please perform the following steps: A: Removing a memory module (if present). B: Insert a new memory module. C: Set the SW6 jumper switch. – Remove the keyboard. – Locate and set the SW6 jumper switch. – Replace the keyboard. 4 A: Removing a memory module 1) Turn off the computer. 2) Turn the computer over. 3) Remove the screw from the RAM cover. 1 figure 4-2 1.
User’s Manual 4) Locate the memory sockets. 5) Gently pull the two latches outward on the sides of the memory socket (figure 4-3). 2 1. memory module 4 2. memory socket 3 1 3 3. latches figure 4-3 6) The module will pop up. 7) Remove the memory module as shown (figure 4-4).
Upgrading the Computer B: Installing a Memory Module 1) Turn off the computer. 2) Turn the computer over. 3) Unscrew and remove the RAM cover (figure 4-2). 4) Insert the memory module at a slight angle about 45° and fit its connectors firmly into 1 figure 4-5 Note Make sure the memory connectors go into the memory socket when you are installing the memory modules. 4 the memory slot (figure 4-6). 1. memory connectors 2.
User’s Manual Attention !!!! Step C is only necessary if your new memory module is a different type than your previous one. 4 C: Setting the SW6 Jumper Switch 1) Turn off the computer. 2) Remove the keyboard by pressing the 4 latches at the top (figure 4-8) and gently lifting it out of the notebook. 3) Place the keyboard as shown (figure 4-9). If the previous memory module was a PC-100 and the new module is a PC133 or vice-versa, then you must proceed with Step C. Otherwise skip this Step.
Upgrading the Computer 4) Locate the SW6 jumper switch (figure 4-9) or (figure 4-10). 5) Set the SW6 jumper switch according to table 4-2. 1 1. SW6 jumper switch figure 4-10 4 SW6 Jumper Switch Settings C PU SD R AM SW6-1 SW6-2 SW6-3 SW6-4 SW6-5 SW6-6 66 PC-133 OFF OFF OFF OFF ON ON 66 PC-100 OFF OFF OFF OFF ON OFF 100 PC-100 ON OFF OFF OFF ON OFF 100 PC-133 ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF 133 PC-133 ON ON ON OFF ON OFF table 4-2 6) Reinstall the keyboard.
User’s Manual Upgrading the Processor If you want to upgrade your computer by replacing the existing processor with a faster one you will need to contact you customer service representative. We recommend that you do not attempt to do this yourself since if done incorrectly you may damage the processor or mainboard.
BIOS Utilities Chapter 5. BIOS Utilities In this chapter you will learn about the Power On Self Test (POST) and how to configure the system parameters using the System Configuration Utility (SCU).
User’s Guide Power On Self Test (POST) The system BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) performs a series of tests on the system memory and key computer components every time the computer is powered on. These tests are called the Power On Self Test (POST). Should an error exist, 5 the POST routine may halt execution (depending on the problem). If no error exists, the POST will initialize the BIOS configuration, and boot (start) the operating system.
BIOS Utilities POST Message: Error Detected If an error is detected, you will see the following WARNING message. You may press the F1 key to continue, or press the Ctrl-Alt-S keys simultaneously to enter the System Configuration Utility. SystemSoft MobilePRO BIOS Version 1.01 (2482-00)-(R1.XX.prXX) Copyright 1983-1996 SystemSoft Corp. All Rights Reserved 500 MHz Celeron with MMX CPU CPU Microcode Update Rev 007h Complete L2 Cache: 128 KB Installed 8 MB Video RAM SystemSoft Plug-n-Play BIOS ver 1.17.
User’s Guide System Configuration Utility The System Configuration Utility (SCU) can be used to set your notebook’s system parameters. The system date and time, power settings and other functions are you set in the SCU. The settings are stored in a nonvolatile batterybacked CMOS RAM. This simply means that your settings are saved even when the notebook is turned off. Information in the System Configuration Utility (SCU) 5 Here is a list of the system settings which may be changed within the SCU.
BIOS Utilities Initiating the System Configuration Utility The System Configuration Utility (SCU) can be accessed by pressing the Ctrl, Alt, and S keys simultaneously when you turn on your computer and see this message: to enter System Configuration Utility This message lasts only a few seconds and if you don’t respond in time, the computer will initiate the boot process. If you were unable to enter the SCU, you must reboot the system and try again.
User’s Guide Working with the Menu Bar Use these keys to begin working in the SCU. 5 K eys Action Alt Highlights the menu bar. Left arrow ( ) Right arrow ( ) Highlighted letters Selects a menu bar option. Left mouse button Down arrow ( ) Spacebar Enter Opens the menu bar option. Right mouse button E sc Cancels current action.
BIOS Utilities Working with the Pull-down Menu Once your desired menu bar item is highlighted, press Enter or the down arrow (ê) to see the pull-down menu items. You move about the pull-down menu K eys Tab Down/Up arrows ( )( ) Spacebar with these keys: Enter E sc Action Moves from one record to another. Changes the value of a field. Selects a field. Allows you to choose: to save any changes. to ignore any changes. 5 Quits the current screen.
User’s Guide System Configuration Utility Options Startup Menu Item Setting / Option Function Date and Time Day/Month/Year Hour/Minute/Second Set the date and time. Enable Initialize and quickly boot the system by skipping certain diagnostic tests. Disable Disable the Fast Boot. F a st B o o t Hard Disk C 5 1 st B o o t Device Note Sample screens of the various SCU options are shown on pages 19 to 21. CD-ROM Drive Specify the system’s 1st choice for the boot drive.
BIOS Utilities Startup Menu (continued) Item Display Enable Battery Low B eep Enable LCD Expand Mode Enable Power On B eep Enable PNP OS Support Setting / Option Function LC D Activate the system’s LCD panel. CRT Activate an external monitor. LCD + CRT Activate both the LCD and the CRT. Enable A series of warning beeps will sound when the battery power is low. Disable Disable the above. Enable Stretch the display to fill the entire screen of the LCD panel. Disable Disable the above.
User’s Guide Startup Menu (continued) Item 5 Caution: If you choose to set a boot password, NEVER forget your password, the consequences could be serious. If you cannot remember your boot password you must contact your vendor and you may lose all of the information on your HDD. Display OEM logo Enable S/PDIF digital output Setting / Option Function Enable Enable the feature to display the OEM logo during system boot. Disable Disable the feature to display the OEM logo during system boot.
BIOS Utilities Memory Menu It em Set t in g s / Op t io n s Fu n c t i o n 8 MB VGA Shared Memory 16 MB Select the VGA shared memory size 32 MB 64 MB table 5-6 5 Important: The value for VGA shared memory must be greater than the amount of RAM in your computer! In the SCU utility you are able to set the value for the VGA Shared Memory. The default is 8MB. If you choose to set the VGA Shared Memory to the maximum of 64MB YOU MUST have more than 64MB of RAM in your computer.
User’s Guide Disks Menu Item Setting / Option None Diskette Drives Drive A 1.44 MB Function Specify the drive type for the diskette drive A. Drive Enabled Primary HDD 5 Multiple Sector Mode PIO Mode IDE Settings CD-ROM / DVDROM Drive Enabled IDE UDMA 33/66/100 Function Enable Enable enhanced IDE settings. PIO Mode Disable Enable IDE 32Bit I/O Disable Enable or Disable IDE Ultra DMA-33/66/100 (ATA-33/66/100) function. Enable or Disable 32-bit communications between CPU and IDE controller.
BIOS Utilities Components Menu It em Set t in g / Op t io n Fu n c t i o n None COM B I/O settings COM1, 3F8, IRQ4 COM2, 2F8, IRQ3 Specify the COM B configuration. (COM3 & COM4 only for DOS mode and non-PnP OS). COM3, 3E8, IRQ10 COM4, 2E8, IRQ11 5 Normal (16550) COM Ports Mode setting for COM B IrDA (HPSIR) Define the COM B hardware. ASK IR FAST IR DMA 0 DMA setting for FAST IR DMA 1 Specify the Fast IR DMA configuration.
User’s Guide Components Menu (cont’d) It em Set t in g / Op t io n Fu n c t i o n None Port Address LPT1, Addr 378, IRQ7 LPT2, Addr 278, IRQ5 LPT3, Addr 3BC, IRQ7 5 Standard AT (Centronics) LPT Port Port Definition Specify the LPT port configuration. Bi-directional (PS/2) Enchanced Parallel (EPP) Extended Capabilities (ECP) DMA setting for ECP mode EPP Type PS/2 Mouse Port table 5-8b 5 - 14 DMA 1 Specify the ECP DMA configuration. DMA 3 EPP 1.7 Epp 1.9 Specify the EPP type.
BIOS Utilities Components Menu (cont’d) Item Setting / Option Keyboard Numlock Enable Function Specify whether Num Lock is on or off at system boot time. Disable 2 cp s 6 cp s Key Repeat Rate 1 0 cp s 1 5 cp s The rate (characters per second) at which a key repeats while pressed. 5 2 0 cp s Keyboard Repeat 3 0 cp s 1/4 sec Key Delay 1/2 sec 3/4 sec The amount of time (seconds) that will pass after a pressed key starts to repeat.
User’s Guide Power Menu It em Set t in g / Op t io n Fu n c t i o n Enable Enable Power Saving Enable/Disable all power saving features. Disable Enable Low Power Saving Disable 5 Medium Power Saving Enable Disable Enable High Power Saving Disable This setting results in maximum performance and the shortest battery life. This setting results in moderate performance and battery life. This setting results in minimum performance and the longest battery life.
BIOS Utilities Power menu (cont’d) It em Set t in g / Op t io n Power Button Function * Power On/Off Suspend / Resume Suspend Controls Suspend Type Resume Timer Enable MODEM Ring Resume Enable Battery Low Suspend Alarm Resume Suspend to D i sk Powered on Suspend Fu n c t i o n The power button is used to turn the system on or off. Pressing the power button for more than four seconds will generate a power button override event to switch the system from a working state to the Soft-Off state.
User’s Guide Exit Menu Item 5 Function Save and Exit Save the current settings and reboot the system. Exit (No Save) Exit without saving any changes. Default Settings Restore the default settings (the original ones found in ROM). Restore Settings Restore the current setup to the previous ones. Version Info Show the current BIOS version information.
BIOS Utilities SCU Screen samples Startup Screen 5 Memory Screen 5 - 19
User’s Guide Disks Screen 5 Components Screen 5 - 20
BIOS Utilities Power Screen 5 Exit Screen 5 - 21
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Driver and OS installation Chapter 6. Driver and OS installation This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for installing device drivers and utilities, for more detailed information please refer to your operating system's manual or the product manual supplied with the device you wish to install. The information here has been designed for users with basic computer knowledge though inexperienced users may also find this section helpful. (In this chapter, we assume the CD-ROM drive as drive D.
User’s Manual Installing Windows 98 SE (for reference only) Note If your Windows 98 SE CD-ROM disk is bootable, you can change the BIOS Setup Utility to boot from the CDROM and install Windows 98 SE accordingly. 6 1. Start DOS. 2. Insert the Windows 98 CD-ROM. 3. Type “setup”, then press Enter. 4. When the “Windows 98 Setup” program initializes, click Continue. 5. The “License Agreement” dialog box appears. Select “I accept the Agreement” and click Next. 6.
Driver and OS installation Installing Windows Me (for reference only) 1. Start DOS. 2. Insert the Windows Me CD-ROM. 3. Type “setup”, then press Enter. 4. Hit Enter 5. Windows will perform a routine check on your system when finished select Exit. 6. Windows Me will now begin installation 7. When the “Windows Millennium Edition Setup Wizard screen appears select Next. 8. When the “License Agreement” dialog box appears. Select “I accept the Agreement” and click Next. 6 9.
User’s Manual 15. Choose your country. 16. Choose your time zone. 17. Insert a blank floppy disk for use as an emergency startup disk. (this can be done later if no floppy is available. . 18. Click Finish and wait while Windows Me installs. 19. When finished select OK to restart your computer.
Driver and OS installation Installing Windows 2000 (for reference only) 1. Start DOS. 2. Insert the Windows 2000 Installation CD-ROM disk. 3. Change the directory to I386 or where the file “WINNT.exe” is located. 4. Type “WINNT”, and press Enter. 5. The “Windows 2000 Setup” appears, press Enter to continue. 6. “Windows 2000 Professional Setup” starts copying files to your HDD. 7. After copying, press Enter to restart your computer. 8.
User’s Manual and then press Next. 16.Continue to press Next until Setup starts to install various components, and performs its final tasks. 17.Click Finish to complete Windows 2000 Setup Wizard. 18.The computer will restart Windows 2000 automatically.
Driver and OS installation Installing Drivers in Windows 98 SE Step 1: Installing the VGA Driver 1: Click Start. 2: Select Run. 3: Specify the path to D:\Video\Win9X\Setup.exe 4: Run Setup.exe. 5: Follow the on-screen instructions, and continue to press Next. 6: Click Finish to restart your computer. For more information on the driver, refer to the Readme file. Step 2: Installing the Audio Driver 6 A: Installing the Audio Driver without S/PDIF output support 1: Click Start. 2: Select Run.
User’s Manual 2: Reboot the computer and go to the SCU by pressing Ctrl+Alt+S. 3: Enable S/PDIF digital output feature (Startup menu) and exit SCU. 4: Start Windows, and insert the DVD driver disk to install DVD driver and application. The installation program automatically runs when you insert the DVD disk into the DVD-ROM drive. 5: After completing installing DVD driver and player, click Start and select Settings and Control Panel. 6: Double click the System icon. 7: Click the Device Manager tab.
Driver and OS installation 4: Run CNK001.exe. 5: Follow the on-screen instructions, and continue to press Next. 6: Click Finish to restart your computer. Step 4: Installing the LAN Driver 1: Click Start. 2: Select Run. 3: Open the path to D:\Lan\Setup.exe. 4: Run Setup.exe. 5: Follow the on-screen instructions, and continue to press Next. 6: Click Finish to restart the computer now. For more information on the driver, refer to the Readme file under the directory.
User’s Manual 8: The “Add New Hardware Wizard” dialog box appears. Press Next. 9: Select “Search for the better driver for your device” and press Next. 10: Select “Specify a location” and choose Browse to specify the location to D:\Pcmcia\PCMCIA.inf, then press OK. 11: Follow the on-screen instructions and press Next. 12: Click Finish to complete the setup. 13: Restart your computer. Step 6: Installing the Modem Driver (Optional) 6 1: 2: 3: 4: 5: Click Start. Select Settings and Control Panel.
Driver and OS installation 12: Click Finish to complete the setup. 13: Click Close to close the Properties window and restart your computer.
User’s Manual Installing Drivers in Windows Me Step 1: Installing the VGA Driver 1: Click Start. 2: Select Run. 3: Specify the path to D:\Video\Win9X\Setup.exe 4: Run Setup.exe. 5: Follow the on-screen instructions, and continue to press Next. 6: Click Finish to restart your computer. For more information on the driver, refer to the Readme file. 6 Step 2: Installing the Audio Driver A: Installing the Audio Driver without S/PDIF output support 1: Click Start. 2: Select Run.
Driver and OS installation 2: Reboot the computer and go to the SCU by pressing Ctrl+Alt+S. 3: Enable S/PDIF digital output feature (Startup menu) and exit SCU. 4: Start Windows, and insert the DVD driver disk to install DVD driver and application. The installation program automatically runs when you insert the DVD disk into the DVD-ROM drive. 5: After completing installing DVD driver and player, click Start and select Settings and Control Panel. 6: Double click the System icon.
User’s Manual 4: Run CNK001.exe. 5: Follow the on-screen instructions, and continue to press Next. 6: Click Finish to restart your computer. Step 4: Installing the LAN Driver 1: Click Start. 2: Select Run. 3: Open the path to D:\Lan\Setup.exe. 4: Run Setup.exe. 5: Follow the on-screen instructions, and continue to press Next. 6 6: Click Finish to restart the computer now. For more information on the driver, refer to the Readme file under the directory.
Driver and OS installation 9: Select “Search for a better driver than the one your device is using now” and press Next. 10: Select “Specify a location” and choose Browse to specify the location to D:\Mdc\Win98. Press OK. 11: Follow the on-screen instructions and press Next. 12: Click Finish to complete the setup. 13: Click Close to close the Properties window and restart your computer.
User’s Manual Installing Drivers in Windows 2000 Step 1: Installing the SiSIDE Utility 1: Click Start. 2: Select Run. 3: Open the path to D:\SiSIDE\Win2000\SISIDE.EXE 4: Run Siside.exe and then restart Windows. For more information on this, refer to the Readme file under the directory. Step 2: Installing the VGA Driver 6 1: 2: 3: 4: 5: 6: Click Start. Select Run. Open the path to D:\Video\Win2000\Setup.exe. Run Setup.exe. Follow the on-screen instructions, and continue to press Next.
Driver and OS installation Step 3: Installing the Audio Driver 1: Click Start. 2: Select Run. 3: Specify the path to D:\Audio\Setup.exe 4: Run Setup.exe. 5: Follow the on-screen instructions, and continue to press Next. 6: Click Finish to restart your computer. For more information on the driver, refer to the Readme file under the directory. Step 4: Installing the Hot Key Driver 1: Click Start. 2: Select Run. 3: 4: 5: 6: 6 Specify the path to D:\Ap-key\CNK001.exe Run CNK001.exe.
User’s Manual 4: Run Setup.exe. 5: Follow the on-screen instructions, and continue to press Next. 6: Click Finish to restart the computer now. For more information on the driver, refer to the Readme file under the directory. Step 6: Installing the Modem Driver (Optional) 1: Click Start. 2: Select Settings and Control Panel. 6 3: 4: 5: 6: Double click the System icon. Click the Hardware tab and choose Device Manager. Locate “PCI Simple Communications Controller” under “Other devices”.
Driver and OS installation 15: Click Finish to complete the setup. 16: Close the Properties window and restart your computer. For more information on the driver, refer to the Readme file under the directory.
User’s Manual Installing Drivers in Windows NT4.0 6 Note Step 1: Installing the VGA Driver After installing 1: Click Start. Windows NT4.0, please install the 2: Select Settings and Control Panel. Service Pack 3 or 3: Double click the Display icon. above to enhance 4: Click the Settings tab. the functions. Download the 5: Click Display Type. latest Service 6: Click Change. Pack version from the Microsoft web 7: Click Have Disk. site. 8: Choose Browse and specify the path to D:\Video\Nt40. Press Open.
Driver and OS installation 4: Run Setup.exe. 5: Follow the on-screen instructions, and continue to press Next. 6: Click Finish to restart your computer. For more information on the driver, refer to the Readme file under the directory. Step 3: Installing the Hot Key Driver 1: Click Start. 2: Select Run. 3: 4: 5: 6: Specify the path to D:\Ap-key\CNK001.exe Run CNK001.exe. Follow the on-screen instructions, and continue to press Next. Click Finish to restart your computer.
User’s Manual 6 Note Before installing the Modem driver, go to SCU by pressing CTRL+ALT+S on boot, and disable PNP OS Support (Startup menu) and set COM B to “None” (Components menu). 9: Click OK again to accept the driver. 10: Follow the on-screen instructions and continue to click Next. - If you are prompted for Windows NT Setup, insert the Windows NT CD disk and specify to the CD-ROM drive. Then follow the on-screen instructions, and continue to press Continue.
Driver and OS installation 9: Click Have Disk. 10: Choose Browse and specify the path to D:\Mdc\Nt40. Press Open. 11: Choose OK. 12: Press Next. 13: Select the same port you choose in the earlier step, and click Next. 14: Follow the on-screen instructions, and press Next. 15: Click Finish to complete the setup. 16: Close the Properties window and click Finish to restart your computer. For more information on the driver, refer to the Readme file under the directory.
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Troubleshooting Chapter 7. Troubleshooting Should you have any problems with your computer, before consulting the computer vendor, you may want to solve the problem yourself. This chapter lists some common problems and their possible solutions.
User’s Manual Audio Problem: The speaker cannot be heard. Solution: The volume might be set too low, please check the volume control. Problem: The volume is too high (or too low). Solution: The volume is not correctly set, please check the volume control. Problem: The headphone doesn’t work. Solution 1: The volume level is not correctly set, please check the volume control. Solution 2: The headphone is plugged into the wrong jack. Solution 3: There is no audio source.
Troubleshooting Problem: The battery pack will not charge and the charge indicator light is off. Solution 1: The battery is already fully charged and the indicator light is broken. Solution 2: The battery pack is exposed to an excessively hot or cold environment. Place the battery in a suitable environment and after it returns to normal temperature try again. Solution 3: The battery may be bad and may need to be replaced, call your vendor for more details.
User’s Manual Suitable operating conditions are between 32°F and 113°F (0°C and 45°C) while the ideal temperature for battery operation is between 50°F and 95°F (10°C and 35°C). Solution 2: Make sure the battery is fully discharged and recharge it completely before reusing. Solution 3: Power management has been turned off, turn the power management back on. Solution 4: A peripheral device or PC card is consuming a lot of power. Turn off the unused device to save power.
Troubleshooting remove the disk using the eject hole. Problem: The compact disk cannot be read. Solution 1: The compact disk is not correctly placed in the tray. Solution 2: The compact disk is dirty. Please clean it with a CD-ROM cleaner kit. Problem: A music compact disk can be read while a data disk can not. Solution: There may be a problem with the disk hardware or software.
User’s Manual to your operating system manual for more information on the software and make sure you have the proper software installed for using compact disks. If the correct software is properly installed, contact your vendor about a hardware problem. Floppy Disk Drive (FDD) Problem: The floppy disk drive will not write data to disk. Solution 1: The floppy disk is not formatted. Format the disk. Solution 2: The floppy disk is write-protected. Undo the protection.
Troubleshooting Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Problem: The computer takes longer during START UP. Solution 1: Data saved on the hard disk drive may be lost or damaged. Please operate the disk scan or disk defragmenter to check for any lost or damaged data. Solution 2: As in low battery status, the computer is waking up from the suspend mode. Hardware Installation Problem: The computer will not recognize the device as part of the system.
User’s Manual LCD Panel Problem: The fonts are too dark. Solution: The brightness or contrast is not correctly set. Press the Fn + F7 or Fn + F8 key combinations (only with a DSTN panel) to adjust the contrast. Use Fn + F9 or Fn + F10 to adjust the brightness. Problem: The screen is blank. Solution 1: The panel may be set for an external monitor, please reset to normal display using the hot keys.
Troubleshooting Solution: An incorrect type of memory module is installed. Make sure a correct module is installed. Problem: Solution: The memory capacity is insufficient. The memory is not correctly configured for the application. Maksure the memory is correctly configured for the application. Problem: Solution: The detected memory capacity is not correct. A memory module is not correctly installed or not compatible with your computer. Problem: Solution: The message “out of memory” is displayed.
User’s Manual Problem: The system cannot recognize the PC card. Solution 1: The PC card is not inserted into the socket or inserted incorrectly. Solution 2: The PC card driver is not installed. Solution 3: The PC card or card driver is not compatible with the computer. Problem: A beep sound is not heard while the PC card is inserted. Solution: The beep sound control is closed. Power 7 Problem: The computer will not boot when the battery pack is not inserted.
Troubleshooting Solution 2: The system has entered suspend mode after a specified period of time. Press any key to wake up the computer. Printer Problem: The printer cannot be added to the system. Solution: The printer power is off or the printer is not correctly connected to the computer. Problem: The printer will not work. Solution 1: The printer is not turned on, please turn on the printer. Solution 2: The printer is not properly connected. Please make sure the printer is properly connected.
User’s Manual Solution 2: The printer connector is not correctly connected.
Appendix A. Specifications Appendix A. Specifications Processor - Intel Celeron 566/600/633/667/700/733/766/800 MHz - Intel Pentium !!! 700/733/750/800/850/866/933 MHz with SpeedStep technology - CPU Package: µPGA2 Memory - Two 144-pin SO-DIMM sockets - Support PC-133/PC-100 SDRAM (3.3V) - Expandable up to 512MB, depending on 32/64/128/256 MB SO-DIMM modules BIOS - Insyde BIOS with Smart Battery - One 256KB Flash ROM - Support ACPI 1.0B compliant A - Plug & Play 1.
User’s Manual LCD - 13.3”/14.1” XGA TFT color panel Display - UMA Architecture with 8/16/32 System Memory sharable as Display Memory - Ultra AGP (AGP 4X Performance) - 128-bit 2D / 3D Graphics Engine - Motion Compensation and IDCT for DVD Content Playback Accelerator - Fully DirectX 6 Compliant Graphics Engine Storage A - One fixed 3.5” 3-mode FDD - One easy-change bay for DVD-ROM (12.7mm height)/24X-speed CD-ROM - One easy-change 2.5” 9.5mm/12.
Appendix A. Specifications - DirectSound 3D Accelerator - Full-duplex - S/P-DIF Output - Virtual AC3 - Built in microphone - Built in 2 speakers PC Card Sockets - One Type II PCMCIA 3.3V/5V socket - Support CardBus (PC Card 95) Pointing Device - Built in TrackPad (PS/2) Input/Output A - One IEEE 1394 port - One parallel port, support ECP/EPP 1.7 and 1.9 - One PS/2 port for external keyboard/mouse - One external CRT monitor port - Fast Infrared (FIR) file transfer, IrDA 1.
User’s Manual - One speaker-out jack - Dual USB ports - One RJ-45 jack for 100M/10M LAN or 56K MDC Modem (Option) - DC-in jack Communications - Wireless Infrared transfer IrDA 1.1, 1cm~1M operating distance, 4Mbps FIR - 56K MDC Modem with V.90 compliant (Option) or 100M/10M LAN on board Power Management - Support APM 1.2 - Support ACPI 1.
Appendix A. Specifications Size & Weight - 308mm(w) x 254mm(d) x 37.5mm(h) - 3.2 kg with Lithium-Ion battery Keyboard - A4-Size Win 98 keyboard includes numeric keypad and application hot keys for E-mail, www browser and API Environment - Temperature: Operating: Non-Operating: - Relative Humidity:Operating: Non-Operating: 5°C ~ 35°C -20°C ~ 60°C 20% ~ 80% 10% ~ 90% A Optional - DVD-ROM Drive (12.
User’s Manual Notes: A A-6
Glossary A AC (Alternating Current) - The power from a standard household electrical outlet. adapter - A device that allows compatibility between different equipment. An AC adapter converts AC current to DC current which is needed to operate a computer. AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) - A high-speed graphics port that provides a direct connection between the display adapter and memory application - A program such as a word processor, database or image editor.
computer to another. byte (binary term) - A unit of storage capable of holding a single character. On almost all modern computers, a byte is equal to 8 bits. C cache - When you cache something you improve the speed of access to it by moving it one stage closer to the CPU. CardBus - A 32-bit version of the PCMCIA PC Card standard. CD-ROM (Compact Disc Read Only Memory) - A format used to store data such as text, graphics or stereo sound. Also refers to the drive which can read this format.
operating system for IBM-compatible personal computers. DRAM - The most common type of computer RAM, called D-RAM or DRAM. driver - A program that controls a device. Every device, whether it be a printer, disk drive, or keyboard, must have a driver program. DVD - Originally called Digital Video Disc since it was used mostly for video, now called Digital Versatile Disc, similar to a CD only with greater storage capacity. F flash BIOS - BIOS which can be updated.
Hot key - see function keys. I interface - Something that connects two separate things. Hardware interface connects the computer to attached hardware such as a printer. I/O (Input/Ouput) - Term used when your computer needs data entered (input) or has data to go to another source such as a printer or floppy disk (output). IrDA (Infrared Data Association) - IrDA ports allow a laptop to exchange data or use a printer without a cable connection.
physical area. It is made up of servers, workstations, a network operating system and a communications link. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) - A display technology that uses rod-shaped molecules (liquid crystals) that flow like liquid and bend light. LED (Light Emitting Diode) - an electronic device that lights up when electricity is passed through it. The indicator lights on the computer are LEDs. load - To copy a program from some source, such as a disk or tape, into memory for execution.
modem (modulate-demodulate) - A device that adapts a computer to a telephone line by converting the computer’s digital pulses into audio frequencies for the telephone when sending. And the reverse when receiving a signal from the telephone line. module - Referring to hardware, a module is a self-contained component. mouse - The most popular pointing device. It was called a mouse because it more or less resembled one, with the cord being the mouse’s tail.
PC Card - See PCMCIA Card. PCMCIA Card - A credit-card sized, removable module for portable computers standardized by PCMCIA. Also known as PC Cards, they are 16-bit devices that are used to attach modems, network adapters, sound cards, radio transceivers, solid state disks and hard disks to a portable computer.
programs will need more or less RAM depending on what they are doing. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computers. reboot - To restart a computer. resume - To restart your computer from suspend mode. ROM (Read Only Memory) - A memory chip that permanently stores instructions and data. Its contents are created at the time of manufacture and cannot be altered. ROM chips are used to store control routines in personal computers (ROM BIOS), peripheral controllers and other electronic equipment.
your computer for long periods of time. T TFT (Thin Film Transistor) - The term typically refers to active matrix screens on laptop computers. Active matrix LCD provides a sharper screen display and broader viewing angle compared to passive matrix. U USB (Universal Serial Bus) - A hardware interface for low-speed peripherals such as the keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, printer and telephony devices. Devices are plugged directly into a four-pin socket on the PC.
The ZV Port is built into the notebook computer and activated by plugging in an MPEG PC Card that is ZV Port-compliant.
