User’s Guide Copyright Notice TransPort LT User’s Guide Copyright Notice 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. In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
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Table of Contents Table of Contents User’s Guide ....................................................................... 1 Copyright Notice.................................................................... 1 Welcome ............................................................................. 7 Purpose .................................................................................. Reader.............................................................................. Further Reading ....................
Table of Contents Using Options ................................................................... 63 AC Adapter ........................................................................... Auto Adapter ........................................................................ Battery Pack ......................................................................... Memory Modules.................................................................. Before You Install Memory ..........................................
Table of Contents Creating Bootable Partitions......................................... To Create a Partition .................................................... Scenarios ..................................................................... Deleting Partitions ........................................................ Changing Partition Labels ............................................ Formatting Partitions .................................................... Converting FAT to FAT32 ......................
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Welcome Purpose Chapter 1 - Welcome Thank you for buying a micronpc.com computer. This User’s Guide is intended for both first-time and experienced computer users. Please review the following information to get the most out of this manual. Purpose This manual contains information to instruct and guide you on everyting from setup and maintenance to configuring the system and creating disk partitions.
Welcome Areas Covered Using Options: This section provides an overview to numerous options with which you can increase the uses for your TransPort LT. If you have purchased accessories, refer to this chapter for instruction, if not, you may want to find out what kinds of options you have with your TransPort LT. Drivers and System Resources: This section gives you basic information about drivers and system IRQs.
Welcome Manual Conventions Manual Conventions The following conventions are used throughout this manual: NOTE: Special Text Notes: Important information and useful tips concerning the operation of your computer. CAUTION: Caution: Failure to follow directions could result in loss of data or damage to equipment. Failure to heed these warnings could negate the user warranty.
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Getting Started Unpacking the TransPort LT Chapter 2 - Getting Started Congratulations on the purchase of your Micron Transport LT notebook computer. Whether you are new to using a notebook computer or are an experienced user, this user manual can help you get the most from your computer. Unpacking the TransPort LT The TransPort LT comes securely packaged in a sturdy shipping carton. Open the box and carefully remove the contents.
Getting Started Personal Inventory Personal Inventory This TransPort LT 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. System Information Please record your computer’s operating information.
Getting Started Heat, Cold, Humidity, and Glare CPU Type: __________________________________ Hard Disk Capacity: ___________________________ Memory Capacity: ___________________________ NOTE: Heat, Cold, Humidity, and Glare WARNING: If your system arrives in cold weather, do not apply power to the computer until it has reached room temperature. Find a spot for your computer that’s not too hot, too cold, too dark, or too bright. Glare can make it hard to read the screen.
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Getting Started Operating Environment Operating Environment 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: • Set the computer on a flat, stable surface. To prevent damage to the computer’s hard disk drive avoid using the computer where it will be exposed to strong vibration.
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Introducing Your TransPort LT TransPort LT Features Chapter 3 - Introducing Your TransPort LT Your computer is a lightweight portable computer that includes features to meet your computing needs at home or on the road. TransPort LT Features Figure 1, Figure 2, and Figure 3 illustrate the features of your computer. Cover latch LCD Status lights Power button Volume control Touchpad & Mouse Buttons Kensington lock Speaker CD-ROM drive Status lights Microphone Speaker Battery compartment Figure 1.
Introducing Your TransPort LT TransPort LT Features Hard drive compartment PC Card compartment Fan vent Modem jack (Optional) Infrared port Figure 2. Bottom View of Computer Line-in Power Connector Serial port USB port PS/2™ mouse and keyboard port Microphone Headphone jack jack Figure 3.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Using Your Computer for the First Time Using Your Computer for the First Time This section gives you detailed information on using your computer for the first time. Your computer runs on power from the battery in the computer or from an electrical outlet. The first time that you use your computer, fully charge the battery by attaching the power cord to the computer and to an electrical outlet. Connecting the AC Adapter To attach the power cord: 1.
Introducing Your TransPort LT CAUTION: Turning on the TransPort LT Using Your Computer for the First Time The best kind of AC power source to connect your TransPort LT to is a UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply). If you do not have an UPS, use a power strip with a built-in surge protector. Do not use inferior extension cords as this may result in damage to your TransPort LT. The TransPort LT comes with its own AC adapter.
Introducing Your TransPort LT CAUTION: Understanding POST Never turn off or reset your TransPort LT while the hard disk or floppy disk is in use and the FDD and/or HDD status icon is lit; doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data. Always wait at least five seconds after turning off your TransPort LT before turning it back on. Turning the power on and off in rapid succession can damage the TransPort LT’s electrical circuitry.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Adjusting the LCD Display Support (1.888.FIXMYPC or 1.888.349.6972). (See ”Troubleshooting” on page 139.) Adjusting the LCD Display You may wish to adjust the LCD (Liquid-Crystal Display) when you begin using your computer. A TFT (Thin-Film Transistor) LCD does not require adjustment for contrast because the contrast is set to remain at maximum. To adjust the LCD: • Press [Fn+Up Arrow] to increase the display brightness.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Tips for Using Your Computer prompts you to save your files, turns off the computer, and then restarts the computer. A cold boot turns off the computer without saving your files. To perform a warm (or soft) boot: 1. Click Start on the taskbar. 2. Click Shut Down. 3. Select the Restart option. 4. Click OK or Yes. 5. Save your files if prompted. Your computer will reboot.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Traveling with Your Computer sure the fan vent on the right side of your computer is not blocked when you use the computer. (See Figure 1 on page 17 and Figure 2 on page 18 for the location of the vent.) Occasionally check the vents and remove any accumulated dust on the outside. • Avoid using or storing the computer in extremely hot or cold areas, such as a car on a hot day. Keep the computer away from heaters and out of direct sunlight.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Handling Spills Handling Spills Do not spill anything on your computer. The best way to avoid spills is to avoid eating and drinking around your computer. If you do spill something on your computer, turn off your computer, unplug it immediately, and do the following: • If you spill liquid on the keyboard, drain as much of the liquid from the keyboard as possible. Be careful not to let the liquid drip onto the LCD panel.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Keyboard Function and Special Purpose Hotkeys Function Key Alphanumeric Keys Embedded Numeric Keypad Internet Key Cursor and Screen Control Keys Figure 6. Keyboard NOTE: Although the layout of the keys on your computer’s keyboard is different from that of a desktop computer’s keyboard, the keyboard feels like a full-sized keyboard when you use it. The distance between the keys (the pitch) is the same as on a full-size keyboard (19 mm).
Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad Using the Keyboard Your keyboard includes a numeric keypad, which is a group of keys that you can set to type numbers and mathematical symbols, such as the plus sign (Figure 7). A number or symbol on the right corner of each keypad key shows its numeric function. Figure 7. Numeric Keypad Press [Num Lock] to turn on the embedded numeric keypad. The numeric functions of the keypad are enabled and the Num Lock light turns on.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Touchpad NOTE: Using the Touchpad [Fn+F4] Standby: Puts the computer into standby mode. To resume normal operation from standby, press the power button. [Fn+F5] KeyLock: Locks the keyboard and activates password protection. Type your password and press [Enter] to unlock the keyboard. The [Fn+F5] key combination has no effect unless a password is enabled and Password on boot is enabled in System Setup.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Reading the System Status Lights TABLE 2. Using the Touchpad Mouse Action How To Move cursor Place your finger on the touchpad and slide your finger in the direction you want the cursor to move. The faster you move your finger, the faster the cursor moves across the screen. Click Tap the touchpad once with your finger. Double-click Tap the touchpad twice with one finger.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Reading the System Status Lights Table 3 describes the meaning of the lights. TABLE 3. System Status Lights Icon Function of Light E-mail: Light is on when e-mail arrives. To enable this function, you need to register your E-mail Account in the Register E-mail Account window. Select Start >Program > StartUp > Internet Launcher to register an E-mail account. This is currently only available in WIndows 98. Power light: Light is green when the computer is on.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Connecting Peripheral Devices CAUTION: Connecting Peripheral Devices The connectors on your computer enable you to attach peripheral devices to the computer (Figure 10). Turn off your computer before you connect a peripheral device. Connecting a peripheral device with your computer turned on may seriously damage the device or your computer and may void the warranty.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Connecting Peripheral Devices Table 4 shows the icons located near each connector and describes the devices that you can attach to the connectors. TABLE 4. Connecting Peripheral Devices Icon Connector PS/2 (Personal System/2) mouse and keyboard port: Connect a PS/2-compatible mouse or external keyboard or keypad to this port. Make sure your computer is turned off when you attach peripherals to the port.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Flex-Bay Parallel port: Plug a parallel device, such as a parallel printer or network adapter, into this 25-pin port. Video port: Plug the interface cable of an external monitor into this 15-pin connector and then plug the monitor power cord into a grounded outlet. USB (universal serial bus) port: Connect USB devices to this port. USB input/output devices include keyboards, pointing devices, monitors and external FDD module.
Introducing Your TransPort LT CAUTION: To Remove a Device from the FlexBay Using the Flex-Bay If your Operating System is Windows 98, you can use the SmartBay Utility to hot-swap the devices. If you do not use Windows 98, make sure that the computer’s power is off before you remove or install any devices. 1. Turn the computer’s power off. 2. Close the LCD panel, and turn the computer over so that the bottom of the unit faces up. 3.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Floppy Drive To start the SmartBay utility: 1. Click the Start button on the Windows taskbar. 2. Select SmartBay Hotswap Utility. To remove a device: 1. Open the SmartBay Hotswap Utility. 2. Select Remove Device and click OK. 3. Click Yes on the confirmation screen 4. Remove the device by either disconnecting the cable from the computer or from the device. 5. Click OK. To insert a device: 1. Open the SmartBay Hotswap Utility. 2. Select Insert Device and click OK. 3.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Floppy Drive CAUTION: The external USB FDD Drive is recognized as the last drive. For example, the drive letter will be E: in case the CD-ROM drive is installed into Flex Bay. To use the floppy drive and the CD-ROM at the same time, install the CD-ROM drive in the Flex-Bay. Then attach one end of the USB cable to the floppy drive compartment and the other to the external USB port on the computer.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the CD-ROM Drive • Do not write directly on a label on your disk; instead, write on a disk label first and then attach the label to the disk. • Make copies of all your important disks. Using the CD-ROM Drive Compact Disc Drives are designed so that you can easily insert one into the computer when you need it, and then remove it. See ”Using the Flex-Bay” on page 33 for information on installing the CD-ROM drive into the Flex-Bay type computer. 1.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the CD-ROM Drive Install and start a CD-based program in the same way you would run a program on a floppy disk. See your Operating System documentation for more information on running programs. The name of the CD-ROM drive is the letter following the letter assigned to your last hard drive. For instance, if you have one hard drive with two hard drive partitions, the hard drives are drives C and D and the CD-ROM drive is drive E.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Hard Drive To remove the CD: 1. Click the CD Player button on the Windows task bar to open the CD Player window (Figure 14). Play Stop Eject Figure 14. CD Player Window 2. Click the Stop button in the CD Player window. 3. Click the Eject button on the CD Player window or press the button on your CD-ROM drive. The drive tray opens and you can remove the disc from the CD-ROM drive.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Hard Drive Although Windows 98 can work with FAT-16 or FAT-32 (a 32-bit file allocation table), your computer has been supplied with FAT-32. Older software that you may have (16-bit software) may require FAT-16 to run. Similarly, Windows NT 4.0 can use FAT-16 or NTFS (the Windows NT file system). There are utilities included with Windows 98 and Windows 2000 to convert from FAT-16 to FAT-32 or NTFS (Windows NT 4.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Battery 5. Pull the hard drive out of the computer. CAUTION: Installing a Hard Drive Only install a hard drive that is thinner than 9.5 mm in this computer. To install a hard drive: 1. Remove the old hard drive from the computer as described in the previous section. 2. Slide the new drive into the hard drive compartment. Make sure the drive is pushed back as far as it will go. 3. Install the screw that holds the hard drive in place. 4.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Battery When you use a new battery pack for the first time or use a battery after a long period of storage, the initial battery life is shorter than normal. Normal battery life resumes after a few discharge-recharge cycles. Follow these rules for charging your battery: • A battery normally discharges power when not used for long periods of time. Be sure to recharge the battery every two months when it is not in use.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Battery 2. Close the LCD panel, and turn the computer over so that the bottom of the unit faces up. 3. Push down the battery latch and hold it, then pull the battery pack from the computer. (Figure 16) Figure 16. Removing the Battery Pack Installing the Battery To install the battery pack: 1. With the computer’s power off, close the LCD panel and turn the computer over so the bottom of the unit faces up. 2. Slide the battery pack into the compartment.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Battery You can monitor the charge of the battery pack installed in your computer through the battery gauge. Using the Battery Gauge Press [Fn+F2] to display the battery gauge on the LCD. You can display the battery gauge while you are in any program. The gauge has four sections: • The top/left section of the gauge indicates whether the secondary battery is used or not.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Battery To set battery monitoring options in PowerProfiler: 1. Double-click the PowerProfiler battery icon to open the software. 2. Click the Battery tab. 3. Set options under Battery Status and Alarm Settings. For more information on PowerProfiler, see the Help option in the PowerProfiler software. Battery Warnings Your computer gives you the following low-battery warnings (Table 5). TABLE 5.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Modem • The battery temperature is below 41° F (5° C) or over 95° F (35° C). If you think the battery temperature is too hot or too cold, turn off the computer, remove the battery, and let the battery reach room temperature. Then try charging the battery again. • The battery is defective. Replace the battery with a new battery. Using the Modem All TransPort LT notebooks ship with an internal modem installed. The combination Modem/NIC is optional.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Modem Figure 18. Modem Properties Dialog Box 5. Click OK to close the dialog box. 6. Click OK to close Modem Properties dialog box. Description of 56K There are different standards regarding 56K technology. • K56Flex Technology developed by Rockwell Semiconductor Systems and Lucent Technologies • X2 Technology developed by USR (US Robotics, now 3Com) NOTE: K56Flex and X2 are not interoperable. • V.90 Standard.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Using the Modem NOTE: 1. Due to FCC limitations, speeds of 53kbps are the maximum permissible transmit power levels during download transmissions. Actual data speeds will vary depending on line conditions. 2. In order to use the 56K feature, be sure to check if the standards supported by the on-line service provider and the modem are identical. If you use a PBX phone system, you cannot connect using the 56K mode due to line loss. Modem Specifications • Data communications.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Installing the Modem Driver in Windows 95/98 Installing the Modem Driver in Windows 95/98 You can install the modem drive as shown in the following instructions. Refer to the MRestore CD that comes with your Transport LT for Modem installation instructions for your Operating System. Modem Commands The Transport LT Modem includes the basic commands used by the Smart Modem of the Hayes Corporation. Additional commands are added to improve its capacity.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Installing the Modem Driver in Windows 95/98 Command Mode If you turn on your computer and start communication by a communication program, you can see a prompt on the terminal screen. Under such conditions, you can use AT commands like calling, etc. DATA Mode In command mode, you can call by using AT commands and communicate with others by connecting to other modems. You can call this status Data mode or Online mode.
Introducing Your TransPort LT Installing the Modem Driver in Windows 95/98 Display the result value After entering AT commands, the result value is displayed on the screen. The result value can be displayed during communication. Generally, the result will be OK. According to the ATV command, the result can be displayed as Words or numeral letters. (ATVO: Display as numeral letters, ATV1: Display as English words).
Introducing Your TransPort LT Installing the Modem Driver in Windows 95/98 M2 Enables always M3 Enables until carrier has been detected after connection ATS0=nSets S0 register value (n range: 0~255). Sets the number of incoming ring signals before answering. The Modem responds after as many incoming rings as specified in n value. If the value of n is '0', ATA command should be entered for auto answer.
Video Features and Configuration Resolution and Color Depth Chapter 4 - Video Features and Configuration Your computer includes a TFT LCD or active-matrix display. The capabilities of the screen plus the video drivers installed on the computer determine the quality of the image your LCD can display. The following sections describe the display capabilities of your computer. Resolution and Color Depth The resolution of the LCD is the sharpness of the image it can display.
Video Features and Configuration Resolution and Color Depth TABLE 6. Video Driver Capabilities Software Drivers Windows 98 Windows NT 4.0 Resolution Supported with 4MB(8MB) SGRAM Number of Colors 640x480, 720x480, 800x600, 848x480, 1024x768, 1152x864, 1280x1024, 1600x1200 256 640x480, 720x480, 800x600, 848x480, 1024x768, 1152x864, 1280x1024, 1600x1200 65,536 640x480, 720x480, 800x600, 848x480, 1024x768, 1152x864, 1280x1024, (1600x1200) 16.
Video Features and Configuration Resolution and Color Depth 4. Double-click the Display icon. The Display Properties window appears. 5. Click the Settings tab. The Settings screen appears. 6. Click the Advanced button. The Advanced Properties screen appears. 7. Click the Monitor tab. 8. Click the Change button. The Update Device Driver Wizard screen appears. 9. Click the Next button. 10.
Video Features and Configuration Resolution and Color Depth 5. Click the Settings tab. The Settings screen appears. Figure 19. Display properties in Windows NT 4.0 6. To change the color depth, click the arrow next to Color palette and select the color depth you want. 7. To change the resolution, click and drag the knob under the Screen area until you select the resolution you want. 8. Click the OK button. 9. Follow the prompts that appear on the screen.
Video Features and Configuration Resolution and Color Depth 5. Click the Change button. The Update Device Driver Wizard window appears. 6. Click the Next button. 7. Select Display a list of all the drivers in a specific location, so you can select the driver you want. Click the Next button. 8. Click the Have disk button. If the driver is on a floppy disk insert it into the floppy drive. Click the Browse button and locate the driver you want to install. Click the OK button. 9.
Video Features and Configuration Working with PC Cards A line similar to the following line appears under the Display option: ATI 3D RAGE Mobility. 8. Click OK. The Third-Party Drivers warning window appears. 9. Click Yes. The driver is copied. A window appears informing you the driver has been successfully copied. 10.Click OK. Remove the disk from the floppy drive. Close the open windows on the screen. 11.Click Yes when prompted to restart the computer.
Video Features and Configuration Working with PC Cards video and audio systems without going through the microprocessor. Video conferencing and real-time multimedia devices, such as video cameras, are supported by zoomed video. NOTE: Maintaining PC Cards To use the CardBus and zoomed video technology with Windows NT, install the CardBus and zoomed video drivers provided with your PC Card. If no drivers were supplied with your card, contact the PC Card manufacturer.
Video Features and Configuration Working with PC Cards PC Card Eject button Figure 21. Inserting a PC Card Windows 98 Windows 98 automatically assigns computer resources (such as communication ports and memory addresses) to a PC Card installed in your computer. For further information on configuring a PC Card in Windows 98, see the index entry PC card in the Windows Help. Windows 98 also handles power management for PC Cards.
Video Features and Configuration Working with PC Cards If CardWizard cannot automatically configure your PC Card, the computer beeps once and a message appears telling you that the card has not been configured. Click the Wizard button on the CardWizard window. CardWizard then analyzes why the card was not configured and fixes the problem or gives you information to help fix the problem. CardWizard works with the PowerProfiler program to manage PC Cards when the computer enters or resumes from rest mode.
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Using Options AC Adapter Chapter 5 - Using Options You can order the following options for your Notebook computer from your authorized reseller: • An extra AC adapter. • An auto adapter that enables you to charge the computer’s battery and operate the computer in an automobile. • An extra battery pack. • 32, 64 and 128 MB SDRAM memory modules that enable you to upgrade your computer’s memory to a maximum of 192 MB. • A CD-ROM drive module. • A DVD-ROM drive module.
Using Options Battery Pack If the adapter is plugged in and the adapter light does not turn on: • Check the adapter connections. • If you are in an automobile, turn on the automobile’s ignition to supply power to the adapter. In some vehicles, power to the cigarette lighter socket is always on and you do not need to turn on the ignition. • If the previous procedures do not activate the adapter, you may need to change the fuse in the adapter.
Using Options Memory Modules Take the following precautions when installing a memory module: • Before you remove the memory module compartment door, turn off the computer, unplug the power cord, and remove the battery. Also, disconnect any peripheral devices. • Before handling a memory module, discharge any static electricity by touching a grounded surface or using a grounding wrist strap.
Using Options Memory Modules a. Pull the tabs on the connector slot outward slightly, until the edge of the memory module pops up (Figure 23). Tab Tab Figure 23. Removing a Memory Module b. Hold the memory module by the edges and pull it forward out of the compartment. 5. Align the connector on the memory module with the connector of the slot. 6. Push the memory module into the slot at a slight angle until the connectors are fully engaged (Figure 24). 7.
Using Options CD-ROM Drive 8. Align the memory module compartment door with the compartment and push the door down until it snaps into place. 9. Reinstall the screw you removed in step 2. 10.Turn the computer on and perform a complete POST to check the memory integrity. CD-ROM Drive If your system did not ship with a CD-ROM drive included, you can order a drive. See ”Using the CD-ROM Drive” on page 37 for directions on installing the CDROM drive.
Using Options Port Replicator Flex-Bay (see “Using the Flex-Bay” on page 33) Press the switch on 2nd battery to see the battery charge remaining Connect directly to the AC adapter. LED (Amber) On- Charging Off- Fully charged Figure 25. Secondary Battery Port Replicator Connecting the computer to peripheral devices on a regular basis has become quick and easy with the 100-pin Port Replicator. Features of the Port Replicator Eject button connector Eject button Figure 26.
Using Options Port Replicator USB device Joystick/MIDI Printer TV-Out Line-In PS/2 Mouse Microphone Headphone Kensington Lock LAN Serial port Monitor AC Adapter PS/2 Keyboard Figure 27. Back view of the port replicator Installing a Port Replicator 1. Turn off your system and disconnect all the devices. 2. Adjust the connecting part of the system and the port replicator. Eject button Eject button Figure 28. Connecting a Port Replicator 3.
Using Options Port Replicator CAUTION: The system power must be turned off before connection or disconnection of the port replicator from the system, or both devices could be damaged. CAUTION: While the TV is ON, do not press [Fn+LCD/CRT] key. Pressing [Fn+LCD/ CRT] key may cause malfunction on TV-Out. Removing a Port Replicator 1. Turn off the system. 2. Remove the AC adapter. 3. Push both eject buttons. 4. Remove the system.
Drivers and System Resources Drivers Chapter 6 - Drivers and System Resources This section provides basic information about drivers and system IRQs. Drivers A driver is a program that enables the Operating System to work with a hardware device. Your computer includes drivers for the audio, video, infrared, touchpad, keyboard, CD-ROM drive, hard drive, floppy drive, and PC Card controller. When you add a device to your computer, such as a printer, you install a driver for that device.
Drivers and System Resources Service Pack 6A for Windows NT 4.0 IRQ Windows 98 Windows NT 4.
Drivers and System Resources Installing the LAN Driver in Windows 98 Installing the LAN Driver in Windows 98 Refer to the MRestore CD that came with your Transport LT for LAN installation instructions specific to your Operating System.
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Using System Setup Starting System Setup Chapter 7 - Using System Setup The System Setup program enables you to configure your computer hardware and set security and power-savings options. The settings you choose are stored in the battery-maintained CMOS memory that saves the information even when the computer’s power is turned off. When your computer is turned back on, it is configured with the values found in this memory. Run System Setup if you get a message prompting you to run the program.
Using System Setup Starting System Setup To open a menu, use the left or right arrow keys to select the menu name and press [Enter]. Table 9 lists the keys you can use to navigate through System Setup. TABLE 9. System Setup Navigation Keys Navigation Key Alternate Key Function [F1] [Alt+H] Displays the General Help window. [Esc] [Left Arrow] and [Right Arrow] keys 76 Exits the current menu. Moves location up a level. Keypad arrow keys Select a different menu.
Using System Setup Main Menu A pointer symbol appearing to the left of a field indicates that you can open a submenu from this field. A submenu contains additional options for a field. To open a submenu, highlight the field and press [Enter]. Use the same keys to enter values and move from field to field within submenus as you use within menus. When you highlight a field, information about the field appears on the right side of the screen.
Using System Setup Main Menu TABLE 10. (Continued) Main Menu NOTE: Feature Options Description Legacy Diskette A: Primary Master and Secondary Master: 1.44 MB, 3 1/2 inch Primary Master Secondary Master Specifies a drive type for floppy drive A. 1.44 MB, 3 1/2 inch (default) floppy disk can be used. Your computer can support two IDE drives. The Main menu contains two IDE adapter fields to configure these drives. Primary Master defines the hard drive installed in the computer.
Using System Setup Main Menu The Primary and Secondary Master fields calls up a submenu. The following fields are found in the submenu: TABLE 11. Primary and Secondary Master Fields Submenu Feature Option Description Type: Auto User None Configures the hard drive type. Normally, select Auto at this field to have your computer attempt to automatically detect the drive type and set the values for the remaining fields in this submenu manually, specify User.
Using System Setup Main Menu TABLE 11. (Continued) Primary and Secondary Master Fields Submenu Feature Option Description 32 Bit I/O: Enabled Disabled Transfer Mode: Standard Fast PIO 1 Fast PIO 2 Fast PIO 3 Fast PIO 4 Enabled Disabled Mode 0 Mode 1 Mode 2 Disabled Enables or disables 32-Bit I/O (input/output). When Enabled, your hard drive can work with applications with 32-bit input and output.
Using System Setup Advanced Menu Advanced Menu Selecting Advanced from the menu bar displays the Advanced menu. TABLE 13. Advanced Menu Feature Option Installed O/S: Select the Operating System installed on your system which you will use most commonly. An incorrect setting can cause unexpected system behavior. Disabled prevents both the touchpad and external PS/2 Disabled Single Mouse port from functioning.
Using System Setup Advanced Menu The I/O Device Configuration submenu contains these fields: TABLE 14. I/O Device Configuration Submenu Feature Option Description Serial port: Enabled Disabled Configures serial port. The options for this field are Enabled (default), and Disabled. If you set this field to Enabled, you can set the Base I/O Address field to 3F8 IRQ4 (default), 2F8 IRQ3, 3E8 IRQ4, or 2E8 IRQ3.
Using System Setup Security Menu Security Menu Selecting Security from the menu bar displays the Security menu. Your computer’s advanced security system allows you to set two different passwords to prevent unauthorized access to system resources, data, and System Setup. From the Security menu, you can enable a boot password, disk access, a system backup reminder, and a virus check reminder.
Using System Setup Power Menu TABLE 15. (Continued) Security Menu Feature Option Fixed disk boot Normal sector:* Write Protect Password on boot: * Power Menu Enables you to write-protect the hard drive boot sector to protect against viruses and alterations. Only a user with the supervisor password can access this field. Determines whether the computer prompts for a password when starting up. The options are Enabled and Disabled. A supervisor password must be set before you can enable this option.
Using System Setup Power Menu TABLE 16. Power Menu Feature Option Power Savings Mode: Maximum Performance Maximum Power Saving Standby Timeout: Auto Suspend Time out: Description Enables and disables Maximum Performance mode. The options are Maximum Performance, Maximum Power Saving (default), Customized and Disabled. If you set this field to Maximum Performance, the microprocessor and hard drive run at full speed, unless affected by other power-savings settings.
Using System Setup Power Menu TABLE 16. (Continued) Power Menu Feature Option Description Suspend Mode: Save To RAM Specifies the type of rest mode your computer enters: Save To Disk • Save to RAM: Saves power by turning off the microprocessor and all devices except system memory and controller, and video memory and controller. • Save To Disk: Provides the greatest power-saving capabilities by essentially turning off your computer.
Using System Setup Boot Menu TABLE 16. (Continued) Power Menu Feature Option Description Resume Time: hh:mm:ss Specifies the time for your computer to automatically resume from rest mode. Enter two-digit numbers to indicate the hour, minutes, and seconds in the format hh:mm:ss. Use a 24-hour clock. Use the tab key to move between the hour, minute, and second cells. Use the hyphen key [-] or [Space] bar to decrease or increase the numbers. You must set this option if you enable Resume On Time.
Using System Setup Exit Menu NOTE: Exit Menu If you want to start the system using a bootable CD, change the ATAPI CD-ROM Drive to be the first priority and make sure the Auto is set in the Type field of the Secondary Master Submenu at Main page, and also make sure that Enabled is set in the Bootable CD check field at Boot page. Select Exit or press [Esc] from the menu bar to display the Exit menu. NOTE: Pressing [Esc] does not exit this menu.
Using System Security System Passwords Chapter 8 - Using System Security This section describes the security options provided with your computer. System Passwords The computer provides two levels of password security: administrative-level (supervisor) and user-level (user). Either password prevents unauthorized access to the computer. The supervisor password enables full access to all System Setup fields.
Using System Security Deleting a Password System Passwords To delete the password: 1. At startup, press [F2] to open System Setup. 2. When prompted type your password and press [Enter]. 3. Use the [Right Arrow] key to select the Security menu. 4. Use the [Down Arrow] key to select Set Supervisor Password or Set User Password. 5. Press [Enter]. The computer prompts you to enter the current password. 6. Press [Enter]. The computer prompts you to enter a password. Do not type anything. 7. Press [Enter].
Using System Security System Passwords To enable the floppy lock, select the option Supervisor in the Lock Floppy field in System Setup. For more information about the Lock Floppy field, see “Security Menu” on page 83. Locking the Keyboard The keyboard lock enables you to protect your system when you walk away from it for a time. To use the keyboard lock, you must first enable a password through System Setup. (See ”Creating a Password” on page 89 for instructions. To lock your keyboard, press [Fn+F7].
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Using Power Management Options Maximum Power Saving Mode Chapter 9 - Using Power Management Options Your computer includes power-management options that can help the battery charge last longer and extend the life of the battery, LCD panel, and other components. Power-management options slow down or shut off system components when the components are not being used. Power management may slow down system performance.
Using Power Management Options Suspend Mode If you enable both standby and rest modes, your computer enters standby when the delay time you chose for standby has elapsed, and then enters rest mode when the delay time you chose for rest mode has elapsed. Suspend Mode The Auto Suspend Timeout field in System Setup enables you to specify the time period the computer can remain idle (no user input or device activity) before the computer enters Suspend mode.
Using Power Management Options Using PowerProfiler • Save all open files before you press [Fn+F4] to manually place your computer into Suspend mode. • If you purchased a new hard drive, make sure that you create a save to disk partition equal to the amount of system memory plus the amount of video memory plus 2 MB, before you enable save to disk mode. See ”Creating a Save-To-Disk Partition” on page 97 for more information.
Using Power Management Options Using PowerProfiler • If you disable the Resume on Time field in System Setup, the same field in PowerProfiler is also automatically disabled. An easy way to work with these two fields is to set the resume time to 0 in System Setup and set the actual resume time that you desire in PowerProfiler. NOTE: PowerProfiler maintains the accuracy of the system clock when the computer resumes from rest mode.
Creating a Save-To-Disk Partition Using PowerProfiler Chapter 10 - Creating a Save-To-Disk Partition The hard drive shipped in your computer has a save-to-disk partition in which data from system and video memory is stored during save-to-disk mode. The partition is the maximum size needed for your computer and supports system memory of 256 MB. You can add memory modules to your computer without changing the size of the partition.
Creating a Save-To-Disk Partition Using PowerProfiler 1. Turn off the computer, remove your old hard drive, and insert the new one into your computer. (See ”Using the Hard Drive” on page 39 for instructions.) 2. Insert the PHDISK disk into the floppy drive and start your computer. 3. At the A: prompt, type phdisk /create 206784 /partition and press [Enter]. PHDISK automatically creates a save-to-disk partition of the maximum size for your computer.
Software Utilities MRestore CD-ROM Chapter 11 - Software Utilities MRestore CD-ROM Included with your notebook computer is a CD-ROM titled MRestore. This CD is only functional on Micron systems with an approved Micron BIOS. Included on this CD-ROM are the following: • The MCRC (Micron Customer Resource Center) • Drivers (with instructions) • A bootable option to access basic DOS functions, such as disk, format, etc.
Software Utilities Drive Image 3.0 compressible image of the entire hard drive or individual partition on a Jaz, Zip, secondary hard drive, or other removable media device. The image can then be restored from the source and used for complete Operating System application and data recovery. NOTE: Currently, Drive Image does not support creating image files directly on CD-ROM or tape drives. You must first save image files to a supported source (hard drive, Zip drive, etc.
Software Utilities Drive Image Professional Drive Image Professional NOTE: Drive Image System Requirements If you want the absolute fastest way to clone workstations, a Drive Image Professional version is available for use on multiple PCs. For more information or for upgrades contact PowerQuest sales at 801-226-8977 or visit their web site at http:www.powerquest.com. The complete manual for Drive Image is available on the MRestore CD, in the PQtools\userinfo folder. TABLE 19.
Software Utilities Drive Image Professional 2. Before running Drive Image, use a disk utility program such as ScanDisk or Norton’s Disk Doctor to identify and repair any errors on your hard drive. NT users should run CHKDSK /F. 3. You may also choose to run a disk defragmenting utility to further optimize your hard drive. 4. At the Drive Image main screen, click Create Image. 5. If you have more than one hard drive, select the drive that contains the partitions you wish to include in the image file.
Software Utilities Drive Image Professional 6. Click Next. At any point prior to actual image file creation, you can click Back to return to the previous step and change your settings. 7. Select the source drive partition you wish to include in the image file, or click Select All to automatically select all partitions. A check appears to the left of the selected partitions.
Software Utilities Drive Image Professional hard drives, network drives, and removable media storage devices such as Jaz, Zip, MO, and SyQuest drives. Network drives must be visible as a drive letter. 10.(Optional) Type brief comments about your image file in the Image File Comments field. Comments cannot exceed 300 characters. 11.Click Next. Select the desired compression level. • No Compression is usually the fastest method for creating an image file and is useful if storage space is not an issue.
Software Utilities Drive Image Professional In general, compressed image files created with new versions of Drive Image are not compatible with earlier versions. 12.Click Next. Drive Image displays all the information you have entered to this point: • Source Drive • Source Partitions (partitions to be included in the image file are marked with an “X”) • Image Filename • Compression Level 13.To modify any settings, click Back.
Software Utilities Drive Image Professional 14.Click Advanced Options to set such options as disabling file system errorchecking or password-protecting your image file. 15.Click Finish to begin creating the image file. If you entered a name of a current file, Drive Image displays a message that already exists. You can replace the existing file or choose a new filename.
Software Utilities Advanced Options Drive Image Professional The Create Image Advanced Options dialog box appears when you click Advanced Options at the Ready To Create Image File screen. Clear the Check for File System Errors check box if you want to disable file system error checking. If you have already used a disk utility program such as ScanDisk to check your hard drive for errors, it is not necessary to have Drive Image check for file system errors.
Software Utilities Drive Image Professional ImageShield To password-protect your image file, click Password Protect Image File and type a password in the Password field. NOTE: Split Image File Into Multiple Files Restoring Image Files Record image file passwords and store them in a safe place. If you forget an image file’s password, you cannot restore the file. Sometimes it is useful to force Drive Image to split a large image file into smaller files.
Software Utilities Drive Image Professional 3. In the Image File field, enter the path and filename of the image file you want to restore, or click Browse to select the path and image file. 4. Click Next. At any point prior to actual image file restore, you can click Back to return to the previous step and change your settings. 5. If you have more than one partition, you can select the partitions you want to restore. Select the image file partitions, or click Select All.
Software Utilities Drive Image Professional 7. Click Next. If you have more than one hard drive, select the drive where you want to restore the image file. 8. Click Next. 9. Select an existing partition or free space (non-partitioned disk space). 10.
Software Utilities Drive Image Professional 11.Click Resize Source Partitions. The Resize Partitions window displays. The Selected Source Partitions group box displays the partitions you selected to restore. The Totals field displays the disk space for the source partitions. A formula box below the Totals field displays: • Destination Size • Current Size of Selected Partition • Remaining Space in Destination 12.Click Resize. The Resize Partition window appears.
Software Utilities Drive Image Professional 14.Click OK. Since partitions must end on a cylinder boundary, Drive Image rounds the New Size up to the next cylinder boundary. 15.Click Accept. Later, when you restore the image file, Drive Image resizes the partition. 16.Click Next. If you selected an existing partition as the destination, the following message appears. Drive Image does not delete the partition until you click Finish on the Ready to Restore Image File screen.
Software Utilities Drive Image Professional • Safe checks for bad sectors and enables DOS disk write verification. You can also enable the safe options independently using the Advanced Options button in Step 19 page 113. For example, if you want to enable DOS disk write verification but not check for bad sectors, you can use Advanced Options instead of clicking Safe mode in this dialog box. 18.Drive Image displays all the information you have entered to this point. To modify any settings, click Back. 19.
Software Utilities Drive Image Professional • Information about current partition (volume, type, size MB, used MB, free MB) • Sub-process progress bar • Transfer rate for current partition • Total megabytes copied for current partition • Time elapsed • Estimated time remaining Upon completion, the message “Image was restored successfully” appears. 22.Click OK to return to the Drive Image main screen.
Software Utilities PartitionMagic Check for File System Errors Clear the Check for File System Errors check box to disable file system error checking. If you have already used a disk utility program such as ScanDisk to check your hard drive for errors, it is not necessary to have Drive Image check for file system errors. Clearing this option saves time in restoring images. Note that Drive Image cannot restore partitions with file system errors.
Software Utilities PartitionMagic In the PartitionMagic main window, the menu bar and a toolbar appear at the top of the window. The menu bar gives you access to all of PartitionMagic’s features, while the toolbar gives you quick access to commonly-used options. Partition Information The partition area displays information about the selected hard disk’s partitions.
Software Utilities PartitionMagic You can navigate PartitionMagic using the mouse or the keyboard. The partition size, used space, and free space values are displayed in megabytes. To navigate using a mouse, position the mouse pointer on the item you want to select and click the primary (usually the left) mouse button. This action is simply referred to as “clicking” or “click.” While you can make most of your selections using the mouse, a few options require you to type information.
Software Utilities PartitionMagic To select a disk: • On the toolbar, click the arrow button to the right of the currently selected disk to open a drop-down list of all the disks on your system, and then click the disk you want to select. OR • On the menu bar, click Drives and then select a disk. NOTE: Selecting a Partition Drives do not appear on the menu bar unless you have multiple hard disks. The selected partition is highlighted in the partition list. To select a partition: 1.
Software Utilities PartitionMagic You can tell when changes have been made but not yet applied to your system when: (1) the Apply option appears in the main window, and (2) the status box in the lower right corner of the main window indicates that operations are pending. To apply changes to your system, click Apply or click on the toolbar. If you wish to discard the changes and start over, click on the toolbar. You can also apply and discard changes using the General menu.
Software Utilities PartitionMagic WARNING: If OS/2 is on your computer, do not enable this preference. Data loss could occur because problems might go undetected. To enable or disable this preference: 1. In the main window, click General > Preferences. 2. Click Ignore OS/2 EA Errors on FAT. 3. Click OK. Skip Bad Sector Checks When PartitionMagic modifies partitions, it performs extensive testing to detect bad sectors on your hard disk.
Software Utilities PartitionMagic 1. In the main window, click General > Preferences. 2. In the Set as Read-Only for PartitionMagic box, click the box next to the disk(s) you want enabled or disabled. 3. Click OK. Creating Partitions The Create operation lets you create primary partitions, extended partitions, and logical partitions. On a single hard disk, you can have up to four primary partitions or three primary partitions and one extended partition.
Software Utilities PartitionMagic TABLE 20. Bootable Partitions Operation System DOS 6.22 and earlier Windows 95 Windows 98 Windows NT Linux OS/2 Boots from Supported Boot Code Primary or Logical Partition Types Boundary Primary FAT 2 GB Space Required 8 MB Primary Primary Primary* Either Either 90 MB 175 MB 117 MB 250 MB 110 MB FAT or FAT32** FAT or FAT32 FAT or NTFS Linux Ext2 FAT or HPFS 8 GB 8 GB 2 GB 8 GB 4 GB * Windows NT must boot from a primary partition on the first drive.
Software Utilities PartitionMagic 2. On the partition map or in the partition list, select a block of free space.If no free space exists, you must resize or delete an existing partition to create free space. 3. On the toolbar, click C:. The Create Partition screen appears. NOTE: You can also click Operations > Create on the menu bar or right-click the free space and click Create on the Context menu. 4. In the Create as box, click Logical Partition or Primary Partition.
Software Utilities PartitionMagic the new partition is smaller than the available free space, you can position the partition at the beginning or end of the free space. Generally, it is best to position the partition at the beginning of the free space. In the Position box, click Beginning of free space or End of free space. 8. In the Drive Letter field, note the drive letter that will be assigned to the new partition after reboot.
Software Utilities PartitionMagic Scenarios Sample System Configuration Disk 1 — One 4 GB disk containing: • One active primary FAT32 partition (C:) running Windows 95. • One extended partition enclosing one logical FAT partition (E:). Disk 2 — One 2 GB hard disk containing: • One 1 GB FAT32 primary partition (D:). • 1 GB unpartitioned free space. Procedure 1. Select Disk 2. 2. Create a logical partition in the 1 GB free space using the following information: • Partition Type: Select FAT.
Software Utilities PartitionMagic Assigns Drive Letters” and “Problems Caused by Drive Letter Changes” in Basic Concepts in Help. To delete a partition: 1. From the Disk drop-down list (located on the toolbar), select the disk with the partition you wish to delete. 2. On the partition map or in the partition list, select the partition you want to delete. 3. On the toolbar, click the Delete button (X). The Delete Partition dialog appears. 4. Type the volume label to confirm the deletion.
Software Utilities PartitionMagic 3. On the toolbar, click the Label icon. The Label Partition dialog appears: 4. In the New Label box, type the new label. Labels cannot contain these special characters: [*?:<>|+=;\/”,]. 5. Click OK. In the lower right corner of the PartitionMagic main window, click Apply. 6. Click Yes to confirm that you want to apply the changes. Formatting Partitions The Format operation formats a partition, destroying all its data in the process.
Software Utilities PartitionMagic Converting FAT to FAT32 The Convert FAT to FAT32 operation converts a FAT partition to FAT32. FAT32 partitions have less wasted disk space than FAT partitions. However, you should be aware of these issues: • You must have Windows 95 OEM Service Release 2, Windows 98, or Windows NT 2000 to access files on a FAT32 partition. (NT 4.0 is NOT compatible with a FAT 32 partition.
Software Utilities PartitionMagic If NTFS is the full size of your drive and no DOS partition is available, you must copy the pqmagic files to a bootable floppy and at the command line type Pqmagic/PQB=a:Pqbatch.pqb. Because NTFS is not accessible from DOS it is unable to copy the batchfile process to the hard drive. By typing the Pqmagic/ PQB=a:Pqbatch.pqb command, it is able to write to the floppy. PartitionMagic can now complete the tasks specified.
Software Utilities PartitionMagic NOTE: WARNING: NTFS does NOT convert to anything. You must stay with this partition format or reinstall the Operating System. Because of the above example, we recommend that you create an image of your hard drive before modifying or installing anything. (Create an image of hard drive while using the FAT file system.) Drive Copy DriveCopy is an easy-to-use utility for copying the contents of one hard drive to another.
Software Utilities PartitionMagic 5. If you wish to alter any settings, click Previous to backtrack and make changes. 6. If you wish to set options such as disabling file system error-checking or hiding partitions after copy, click Advanced Options. Copying multiple logical partitions can cause the drive letters of subsequent partitions to change. This may make the computer unbootable or cause applications to fail. 7. Click Finish to begin copying.
Software Utilities PHDISK Utility PHDISK Utility PHDISK.EXE is the utility program you use to prepare your hard disk for the Suspend to Disk function. It can be used to prepare a dedicated partition prior to storing system configuration data, and system and video memory. Do not remove this partition, labeled “non-DOS” from your hard drive using FDISK. This would disable the TransPort LT’s ability from saving to disk. The following table lists the PHDISK command line options and additional parameters.
Software Utilities Automatic Memory Size Calculation PHDISK Utility PHDISK automatically measures all system and video memory and calculates the exact amount of hard disk space required to store the maximum amount of data present in memory. Micron has already placed a partition on your hard drive that will handle all the way up to a fully populated 256 MB system. User-specified Memory Size The user may specify a certain amount of memory to be allocated for the SaveTo-Disk function.
Software Utilities PHDISK Utility TABLE 23. INFO Option Command Description PHDISK/INFO/PARTITION Displays the size (in kilobytes) and location of the Save-To-Disk PH/DISK/I/P partition PHDISK Sign-on Message A PHDISK sign-on message will appear. Unrecognized Option The following text is displayed when an invalid option or parameter is entered on the command line. “Error: (User option) is an unrecognized command line option. For a command line summary, invoke PHDISK without any parameters.
Software Utilities PHDISK Utility Execute PHDISK /PARTITION /DELETE, and PHDISK /PARTITION / REFORMAT. The following text is displayed when a hard disk error is detected during any Save-To-Disk operation. (The word fatal simply means that the program was terminated, not that your hard disk is damaged.) Error-A fatal hard disk error has occurred. Check your hardware configuration and re-execute.” Run a hard disk utility program to determine the source of the error, then run PHDISK again.
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Restoring your Computer To (re)install your Operating System: Chapter 12 - Restoring your Computer Notebook computers that ship from the factory include one Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 2000, or Windows NT 4.0 CD-ROM and System utility CD-ROM, which contains a copy of the applications and drivers needed for a computer’s Operating System.
Restoring your Computer To (re)install your original applications and drivers: 7. Type FDISK at the prompt and partition your hard drive. 8. Restart your computer to allow it to recognize the new partitions. 9. Type FORMAT C:/S at the prompt to format the C: drive, repeat this for any other drives that you may have. 10.Restart your computer. 11.Choose Start Windows 98 Setup. 12.Follow the prompts to install your Operating System. Windows NT 4.0 Workstation: 1.
Troubleshooting Operating Problems Chapter 13 - Troubleshooting If you ever have difficulty running your computer, consult the following sections for advice on how to handle system problems. If this section does not help you resolve the problem, contact micronpc.com Technical Support at 1-888-FIX-MYPC (1-888-349-6972). Operating Problems The computer does nothing when you turn it on. Check the battery charge - it may be low. Connect the power cord to get power and recharge the battery.
Troubleshooting Infrared Problems You can also enable other power-saving options through System Setup. Set the timeout times in the Standby Timeout and Rest Timeout fields to the shortest times to ensure maximum power savings. Certain software programs “hang” during operations when there is no interaction with the keyboard or peripheral devices. Your computer may be in standby or rest mode. Tap the touchpad to resume from standby or press the power button to resume from rest.
Troubleshooting Modem Problems If you are unable to transfer files with the infrared port, check the following: • Make sure the setting of Serial port B is set to the Windows\System\Properties\Network\IrDA driver. • The sending and receiving devices need to be on the same level vertically. Place the infrared ports on the sending and receiving devices so they face each other, with no more than a 30 degree angle between the two infrared ports.
Troubleshooting Modem Problems After your modem has connected to the on-line service, your screen may display garbage characters or after-images in screen transitions. This problem is caused by a mismatch of the terminal modes between communications service and communications programs. You need to match the terminal modes to each other. Refer the user's guide of the communications program you're using. Reports error message that insufficient Hard Disk space is available.
Specifications System Specifications Chapter 14 - Specifications System Specifications TABLE 24. Hardware Specifications Dimension LCD viewing area LCD viewing area (12.1 TFT) 9.7 x 7.2 in (246 x 184.5 mm) LCD viewing area (13.3 TFT) 10.6 x 8.0 in (270.3 x 202.8 mm) Width 11.89 in (30.2 cm) Height 1.18 in (2.99 cm) Depth 9.53 in (24.2 cm) Weight (12.1” with floppy drive) 4.80 lb. (2200 g) Weight (13.3” with floppy drive) 4.90 lb.
Specifications System Specifications Capacity, typical 3200 mAhr Charging time, approximate, with computer turned off, typical 2.5 hr. Charging time, approximate, with computer turned on, typical 4.0 hr. Average battery life, with no power management enabled 2.5 hr. External AC Adapter 144 Operating voltage 100-240 VAC Line frequency 50/60 Hz Input current 1.5 -0.8 A Output current 3.15 A Output voltage 19.
Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration System Specifications Chapter 15 - Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration In the spaces provided, write the System Setup program settings. If your computer ever loses configuration information, you can enter the information from this section into System Setup to restore it. MAIN MENU Diskette A: LS-120 1.44/1.
Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration System Specifications Mode 2 Disabled ADVANCED MENU Installed O/S: Other/WinNT4.
Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration Local Bus IDE adapter: System Specifications Both Disabled Primary Secondary Large Disk Access Mode: DOS Other Password on boot: Enabled Disabled Fixed disk boot sector: Normal Write Protect Diskette access: Supervisor User Virus check reminder: Daily Weekly Monthly Disabled Daily Weekly Monthly Disabled Idle Mode: Off On Standby Timeout: Off Time_________________ Rest Mode: Disk Power On Suspend Rest Timeout: Off Time___________
Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration System Specifications BOOT MENU 148 QuietBoot Mode: Enabled Disabled QuickBoot Mode: Enabled Disabled Floppy check: Enabled Disabled Bootable CD Check: Enabled Disabled Summary screen: Enabled Disabled Wake On Lan: Boot Device Priority: Boot option 1:________________________ Boot option 2:________________________ Boot option 3:________________________ Enabled Disabled
Appendix A - Regulatory FCC Notice Appendix A - Regulatory FCC Notice This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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.
Appendix A - Regulatory Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 68 Statement A FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this equipment. This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or promises wiring using a compatible modular jack which is Part 68 compliant. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to telephone line.
Appendix A - Regulatory CTR21 Statement any number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax machine, refer to your communications software user manual. CTR21 Statement The equipment has been approved in accordance with Council Decision 98/482/ EC for pan-European single terminal connection to the public switched telephone network (PSTN).
Appendix A - Regulatory Power Cord Requirement ADVARSEL USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES OG SIKKERHEDSLÅS BRYTES. STIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN ELLER SE DIREKTE MED OPTISKE INSTRUMENTER. LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE VAROITUS! LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN MUULLA KUIN TÄSSÄ KÄYTTöOHJEESSA MAINITULLA TAVALLA SAATTAA ALTISTAA KÄYTTÄJÄN TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1 YLITTÄVÄLLE NÄKYMÄTTöMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE.
Appendix A - Regulatory Power Cord Requirement Power cord sets for use in other countries must meet the requirements of the country where you use the computer. For more information on power cord set requirements, contact your authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. General Requirements The requirements listed below are applicable to all countries: • The length of the power cord set must be at least 6.00 feet (1.8m) and a maximum of 9.75 feet (3.0m).
Appendix A - Regulatory Power Cord Requirement Sweden SEMKO * Switzerland SEV * United kingdom BSI * United States UL ** Notes: * Flexible cord must be Type HO5VV-F, 3-conductor, 1.0 mm² conductor size. Power cord set fittings (appliance coupler and wall plug) must bear the certification mark of the agency responsible for evaluation in the country where it will be used. * * Flexible cord must be Type SVT or equivalent, No.18 AWG. Wall plug must be a two-pole grounding type.
Appendix B - Important Safety Instruction Power Cord Requirement Appendix B - Important Safety Instruction Read all of these instructions, and save these instructions for later use. • Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. • Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. • Do not use this product near water. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
Appendix B - Important Safety Instruction Power Cord Requirement • Except as explained elsewhere in this manual, do not attempt to service this product yourself. • Handle batteries, CD-ROM, hard drives and any drives with care. If dropped, they may be damaged. • Do not allow the battery to be exposed to direct sunlight for extended periods of time. • Do not attempt to disassemble the battery.
Appendix B - Important Safety Instruction Battery Disposal Battery Disposal WARNING: Do not put rechargeable batteries or products powered by non-removable rechargeable batteries in the garbage. Contact your customer service representative for information on how to dispose of batteries that you cannot use or recharge any longer. Follow all local regulations when disposing of old batteries.
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Appendix C - Abbreviations Appendix C - Abbreviations Your computer’s documentation uses the following abbreviations: F Fahrenheit FIR Fast Infrared ft Feet g gram G Gravity GB Gigabytes hr hour A Amperes AC Alternating Current ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power management Interface APM Advanced Power Management Hz Hertz ATA AT attachment (refers to the hard-drive interface in an AT-compatible computer) IDE Integrated Drive Electronics in Inches ATAPI AT Attachment Packet
Appendix C - Abbreviations MPU Microprocessor Unit ms Millisecond PDF Portable Document Format PC Personal Computer PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association POST Power-On Self-Test PNP Plug and Play PS/2 Personal System/2 RAM Random-Access Memory ROM Read-Only Memory SVGA Super Video Graphics Array S-VHS Super VHS TFT Thin-Film Transistor USB Universal Serial Bus V Volt VAC Voltage Alternating Current VCC Voltage Collecto
Appendix D - Glossary Appendix D - Glossary Byte AC Adapter The basic unit of measure for computer memory. A character—such as a letter of the alphabet—uses one byte of memory. Computer memory is often measured in kilobytes (1,024 bytes) or megabytes (1,048,576 bytes). The AC (or alternating current) adapter regulates current coming into your computer from the wall outlet.
Appendix D - Glossary Conventional memory Hard drive The first 640 KB of system memory. Operating systems and application programs can directly access this memory without using memory-management software. Also called fixed disk. A hard drive is connected to the computer and can be installed or removed. Data written to a hard drive remains until it is overwritten or corrupted. Disk The 2.5-inch hard drive in your computer was designed for use in a notebook computer.
Appendix D - Glossary MB (megabyte) POST (Power On Self Test) 1,024 kilobytes. POST is a test performed by the computer whenever you turn on the power. POST checks system integrity. Megabit 1,048,576 bits or about 128 kilobytes. Operating system A program that supervises the computer's operation, including handling I/O. Application programs and users can request operating-system services. A user might request operation-system services to copy files or format a disk.
Appendix D - Glossary executed much faster in RAM than in ROM. The BIOS remains in shadow RAM until you turn off the computer. TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD A TFT LCD uses a separate transistor circuit to control each pixel. This technology provides the best resolution for an LCD screen. A TFT LCD is also sometimes called an active matrix LCD.
Index Index Numerics 32 Bit I/O field 80 56K 47 A Abbreviations used in documentation 159 AC adapter 11, 15, 20, 161 optional 63 Active Matrix Display 161 Adjusting brightness 22, 28 display 22 Advanced menu, System Setup 81 Application and Driver Restore CD-ROM 137 Apply Changes 118 asterisk (*) in partition list, explained 116 Auto/airline adapter 63 B Backing up software 137 Battery charge light 30 charging 19 CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor) 140 conserving power 84, 139 disposing of 42
Index CPU 13 Central Processing Unit 13 Create 121 partition, free space required 121 Creating save to disk partition 97 Cursor control keys 26 Cylinders field 79 Exit menu, System Setup 88 Exit Saving Changes field 88 Extended Attribute Ignore OS/2 EA Errors on FAT 119 Extended Memory field 80 extended partition deletion of 125 External monitor 54, 139 D F data FAT file system Convert from FAT32 129 FAT32 file system 129 FDD 21 Fixed disk boot sector field 84 Flex-Bay CD-ROM drive 37 hot swapping 34 i
Index configuring 78 installing 41 locking the boot sector 90 removing 40 using 39 Hardware specifications 143 HDD 21 hard disk drive 132 Heads field 79 Hot swapping 34 I I/O (input/output) 162 I/O Device Configuration field 81 Icons port 32 Ignore OS/2 EA Errors on FAT 119 image files compressing 104 spanning media 106 Infrared port field 82 Installed O/S field 81 Installing Flex-bay devices 34 hard drive 41 peripheral devices 31 interface navigating 117 IRQ (interrupt request line) 71, 162 K Key lock ke
Index Format 127 Label 126 selecting 118 Options 63 OS/2 1 Ignore OS/2 EA Errors on FAT 119 P Parallel port field 82 partition applying changes to 118 creating 121 deleting 125 extended, deletion of 125 formatting 127 list 116 map 116 naming 126 selecting 118 status 116 using 64KB FAT clusters on 119 partition list drive letters in 116 information in 116 status in 116 partition map defined 116 partitionaste asterisk (*) in, explained 116 partitions resizing 110 Password on boot field 84 Passwords for flopp
Index PS/2 Mouse Configuration Menu 81 Q QuietBoot Mode field 87 R RAM (random access memory) 163 Rebooting the computer 23 Refresh rate 163 removable drives 115 Removing hard drive 40 resizing partitions 110 Resolution 53, 55, 163 Rest mode 94 precautions 94 requiring a password for resume 90 Rest Mode field 86 Rest Timeout field 85 Restarting the computer 23 restoring image files resizing partitions 110 Resume on Modem Ring field 86 Resume On Time field 86, 87 Resuming from rest mode 94 ROM (read-only m
Index System Time field 77 W T Windows 1 Windows 98 changing the video driver 56 creating a suspend partition 97 hot swapping Flex-Bay modules 34 Install 137 keys 26 PC Card 60 Windows NT 72 64KB FAT clusters 119 CardWizard 58 changing the video driver 57 creating a suspend partition 97 Install 137 PC Card 60, 61 PowerProfiler 95 TFT (thin film transistor) LCD (liquid crystal display) 53, 164 Tips for using the computer 23 Touchpad 29, 32 Transfer Mode field 80 Traveling with the computer 24 Troubleshoo
