User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- Contents
- Section 1 Getting Started
- Introduction
- Unpacking Your System
- Precautions
- Checklists
- Features
- The First Time. . .
- Connecting the AC Adapter
- Installing the Battery
- Turning the Computer On and Off
- Adjusting the Volume
- Calibrating the Touch Screen
- Startup Problems?
- Section 2 Getting Familiar with Your Computer
- Introduction
- Individual Parts
- LED Activity Indicators
- LED Power / Radio Indicators
- Keyboard Basics
- Restarting the Computer
- Primary Keys
- Arrow Keys
- Function Keys
- Numeric Keypad
- Touchpad
- General Guidelines
- Scrolling Buttons
- Connecting an External Keyboard or Mouse
- Disk Drives
- The PC Card Slot
- Connecting to an External Monitor
- Section 3 Making Connections
- Making Connections
- Rear Connectors
- Left Side Connectors
- Right Side Connectors
- Section 4 If You Have a Wireless Modem
- Introduction
- Before You Start: Register!
- Registering Your Wireless Modem
- Wireless Modem LED Status
- Installing Your Wireless Modem Software
- Using Your Wireless Modem
- Section 5 Power Management
- Power Management
- Battery Calibration
- Monitoring Battery Power
- Low Battery Alarms
- Battery Charging
- Power Saving Modes
- Suspend Mode
- Initiating Suspend Mode
- Power Button Settings
- When to Replace the Battery
- Heat Considerations
- Section 6 Customizing Your Bios Settings
- Using the BIOS Setup Utility
- BIOS Setup Menu
- Starting the BIOS Setup Utility
- The Main Menu
- Navigating and Entering Information in BIOS
- Standard CMOS Setup
- Standard Feature Description
- Advanced CMOS Setup
- Power Management
- Peripheral Setup
- Auto-Detect Hard Disk
- Change Supervisor Password
- Change User Password
- Auto Configuration with Optimal Settings
- Exiting and Saving
- Section 7 Optional Equipment and Accessories
- Vehicle Adapter
- Vehicle Cradle
- PRECAUTIONS
- Charging Batteries
- Communicating with Other Devices
- Surge Protection
- Selecting the Right Surge Protection
- Selecting the Right Equipment
- Section 8 Maintenance and Storage
- Introduction
- Touch Screen Care
- Hard Drive Care and Handling
- Internal Hard Drives
- External PC Card Hard Drives
- Battery Maintenance and Storage
- Maintaining Batteries
- Storing Batteries
- Computer Maintenance and Storage
- Maintaining Your Computer
- Storing Your Computer
- Appendix A Error Messages
- Introduction
- POST Messages
- MS-DOS Messages
- Windows Messages
- Application Messages
- Appendix B Troubleshooting
- What to Try First
- For More Help
- Common Solutions to Common Problems
- Applications
- Batteries
- Cellular Modem
- Display
- Hard Disk
- I/O Ports
- Keyboard
- Landline Modems
- Miscellaneous
- Mouse
- PC Cards
- Pen/Touch Screen
- Wireless Modems
- Appendix C Glossary
- Index
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Section 1. Getting Started
• GoBook User’s Manual
You may have additional components or peripherals if you ordered these items separately. Check your packing slip
for a complete list of items included in your package.
Precautions
You can use your computer under a wide range of environmental conditions. However, to ensure long use and
continued high performance, consider the following factors when setting up your computer:
• Follow all warnings and instructions noted in this documentation and in the Windows Help program.
• The first time you use your computer, we recommend that you carefully read Section 5 Power Management to
familiarize yourself with some battery basics to ensure optimum battery performance
• Unplug the computer from the power outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use aerosols,
solvents, or strong detergents
• Slots and openings in the system cabinet are for ventilation purposes. Do not block or cover these openings or the
system could overheat
• On the bottom of the GoBook, there is a label with information on the power requirements of this system. These
requirements must be followed. If you are unsure of your local power supply, consult your dealer or local Power
Company
• Do not step on or place anything on the power cord
• If you use the computer with an extension cord, ensure that the total ampere ratings of all the devices sharing the
extension do not exceed the rating of the extension cord or the rating of the wall outlet
• Never push foreign objects into the computer through any of the slots or openings. Dangerous voltages are
present, which could cause electric shock or fire, or damage sensitive components
• For best results, use a power strip with a built-in surge protector. Do not use inferior extension cords as this may
result in damage to your computer