User's Manual

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GoBook Users Manual
77-0100-001 12 September 2000
online help A help utility available on-screen while you are using an application.
operating system A set of programs that manage the overall operation of the computer.
parallel port A port that can be used to connect a printer.
PC card A self-contained, credit card-sized device that can be used to store programs, data, or to expand
the capabilities of your computer.
port An interface between the computer and external devices.
Power On Self Test (POST) A diagnostic test run by the computer’s BIOS system when the computer
restarts.
power port A port used to connect the external power supply to the mobile computer.
radio on/off light The right-most light on the indicator panel. If your computer is equipped with a radio
modem, this light turns on when the radio modem is powered on. When the computer is off, the light
blinks to indicate a message is waiting.
Random Access Memory (RAM) The computer’s primary working memory in which program
instructions and data are stored so they are accessible directly to the central processing unit (CPU).
RJ-11 connector A port used by the internal modem to communicate over standard voice grade telephone
lines.
ruggedized The unique design of mobile computers that are built to withstand rugged and rough
environments.
serial port A port that can be used to connect a printer or modem.
slow charge A method of increasing the battery capacity while the computer is attached to external power.
This method uses lower AC voltage. It takes approximately 16 hours to fully charge the battery using this
method.