Notice for Users in the USA FCC Statement WARNING - FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part I5 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
About the Modem This equipment complies with Part 68 of FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested. this information must be provided to the telephone company. The modem jack of this equipment complies with Sub-part F of Part 68 of FCC rules. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line.
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or
Notice for Users in Canada About Modem The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meet certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements. The department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company.
CAUTION: DISCONNECT TELEPHONE LINES BEFORE ACCESSING THE MODEM CARD. ATTENTION: DEBRANCHER LES LIGNES TELEPHONIQUES AVANT D’ENLEVER CE COUVRICLE Product Information and Customer Assistance For Product Information and Customer Assistance: Call: l-905-890-2100 (Toronto Area) I-8OO-56-SHARP (Outside Toronto) Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd.
Notice for Users in Australia Service Inquiries Please contact your dealer for service if required or contact Sharp Corporation of Australia on 1-800-80’7820 (free call) for referral to your nearest Sharp authorised Service Centre. Details can be found on the warranty card ‘inserted with the documentation. Copyright Copyright may exist in material you wish to record. Copying or broadcasting such material without permission of the relevant licensees or owners of the copyright is prohibited by law.
Notice for Users in the UK I IMPORTANT The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: BLUE: Neutral BROWN: Live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows. The wire which is coloured BLUE must he connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
Notice for Users in EuroDe This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC. v Dieses GerYt entspricht den Anforderungen der EG-Richtlinien 89/336/EWG und 73/23/EWG mit Anderung 93/68/EWG. Ce materiel repond aux exigences contenues dans les directives 89/336/CEE et 73/23/CEE moditides par la directive 93/68/CEE. Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijnen 89/336/EEG en 73/23/EEG, gewijzigd door 93/68/EEG.
CAUTION: TOPREVENTELECTRICALSHOCK,DISCONNECTTHEACCORDAND THEBA'ITERYBEFORESERVICING. CAUTION: FORACOMPLETEELECTRICALDISCONNECTION,PULLOUTTHEMAlN PLUGANDTHEBATTERY. VORSICHT: UMDIESTROMZUFUHRVOLLSTANDIGZUUNTERBRECHEN,DEN NET~STECKERHERAUSZIEHENLJNDDIEBATTERIEENTFERNEN. ATTENTION: POURUNARRETTOTALDUSYSTEME,DECONNECTEZLAPRISEDE COURANTSECTEURETLABATTERIE. VARNING: FiiRTOTALELEKTRISKURKOPPLING,KOPPLAURKONTAKTENOCH TA URBATTERIET.
Safety Precautions General l Follow all cautions and instructions which may be marked on the computer. l Except as described elsewhere in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Immediately shut off the computer and refer,for servicing under the following conditions: l when the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed l if liquid has been spilled on the computer l if the computer has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged Location Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight.
Never subject your computer to sudden shocks or extreme vibration. Do not drop the computer nor hit it with other equipment. Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power cord before cleaning. Battery Pack Precautions Handling Never put the battery pack in a fire, as it could explode and cause injury. Do not attempt to open or alter the battery pack. Do not place the battery where it might get hotter than 60°C (140°F).
a l Recharge the battery pack after storage, before use. Modem Precautions Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. Avoid using the telephone during a lightning storm.
About This Manual Notice Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of SHARP Corporation. SHARP Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing. performance, or use of this material. SHARP strongly recommends that separate permanent written records be kept of all important data.
Recording Important Information For future reference, please record the following information in the spaces provided below. Model Number: Serial Number: Date of purchase: Dealer’s Name: Place of purchase: Password: The serial number is printed on a sticker located on the bottom of the computer.
Manual Conventions This manual uses a set of style conventions described below. Notes and Cautions are italicized with icons: A note icon informs you of a special technique or information that may help you perform a task or better understand a process. 0 I. A caution icon alerts you to something that may cause problems or damage to hardware, software or data. Key Labels on the Keyboard, when referred to in the instructions. are shown in boldface: Press Enter to continue.
Table of Contents Notice for Users in the USA.. ................................................................................. i Notice for Users in Canada .................................................................................. iv Notice for Users in Australia ................................................................................ vi Notice for Users in the UK.. ................................................................................ vii ... Notice for Users in Europe ........
USB Device ....................................................................................................... 4-9 Printer ............................................................................................................. 4-10 RS-232C Device .............................................................................................. J-IO Communication Functions Infrared Communication. ................................................................................... .5-l Built-in Modem ..
Overview of Computer Each number after an arrow indicates the page referring to the part. Actual appearance of your computer may be slightly different depending on the model * FiOij$y Disk D&e hit 42-7 -13-2 ---- $dica; --1 I Power ______ / ,_ i ,._____-_. Indicators _.. __.__ ~~- btte!, Power Ii 8 @ / Hard Disk Drivel I . . . .. .. .
Right Volume Control External Floppy Disk Drive Port -+2-7 \ IR Port +5-l Microphone Jack Audio Output Jack +4-9 Modem Jack (may not be available in some countries) +5-3 L_LlSB Port -+4-g Left USB Port AC Adapter Jack +4-9 42-2 PC Card Slot +4-3 Y/Y
Rear i: [ek / Keyboard/mouse Port +4-6 Parallel Port 44-10 RS-232C Serial Port +4-l 0 Bottom Reset Switch -12-3 \ Monaural Speaker XX LAN Jack -15-5
CHAPTER 1 Quick Setup Your computer is designed and pre-configured for easy setup and use. This chapter describes the steps to get your computer up and running as quickly as possible. Read this chapter first. Turning Power On Your computer is powered with either the rechargeable battery or AC power. See the next chapter for more information on power sources. Before using the computer for the first time: 1. Remove the battery protection sheet on the bottom of the computer. I. 0 3 I. _3 .
Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet. _5 . Slide the display lock latch until the screen covet releases. and raise the covet. 6. Tilt the cover to a comfortable viewing position. 7. Press the power switch. When you turn on the computer. the power indicator ( 8 ) turns green. the computer goes through a self test to detect any problems. and Windows 98 starts.
Setting up Windows 98 The first steps in ttie setup process are as follows: l Gathering information l Configuring your computer 0 Restarting your computer To set up Windows 98, follow the instructions on the screen. See also the Windows e 98 manual. It takes approximately 5-10 minutes to complete the entire setup process. 0 1. Do not turn off the computer until completing Windows 98 .rerup. If you turn ofi you cannot set up Windows 98 later.
Shutting Down the System To turn off the computer: 1. From the Start menu, select Shut Down. Select Shur Down and click OK. The computer turns off automatically. 2. If you have not saved a jile. a dialog box will @pear asking whether you want to save it. 0 ! 1-A Do not turn off the computer by pressing the power switch. Data ma? be lost or damaged.
CHAPTER 2 Basic Operations This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer. Choosing Power Source You can use the computer with one of the following power sources: l AC power from a wall outlet Use AC power whenever possible; rely on the battery only when AC power is not available. l Rechargeable battery There is an internal standard battery in the computer. You can use an optional external battery pack adding to the standard battery. See Chapter 3 for battery information.
For more information on Suspend to RAM and Suspend to Disk. .see Chapter 3. Using the AC Adapter When connected to a wall outlet, the AC adapter provides power for operation and charges the battery. The AC input voltage can range from 100 to 240 volts so that you can use the computer with the appropriate plug adapter. The ACpower cord included with the computer is appropriate,for the voltage used in the area in which you purchased your computer.
Resetting the System You may need to reset the system after adding hardware or software so that your computer will recognize the newly installed devices or software. When the message appears after the installation, click OK, Yes, etc. to restart Windows 98. You can also restart Windows 98 from the Starr menu. Select Shut dortn: then. Resrart. I Warm Boot If the system is locked up because of a software problem, you can reset or reboot the system by pressing the Ctrl+Alt+Del keys simultaneously.
Vi i: Using The Glide Pad Your computer is equipped with an integrated pointing device called a glide pad. Using the glide pad, you can move the pointer, select an item from a menu. and perform other tasks in the same way you would with a mouse. . a. b Do not hit or scratch the sulfate of the glide pad with pointed objecrs (such as a ballpoint pen). Do not operate the glide pad with a moistfinger. This may cause the glide pad to operate incorrectly.
to exert a lot of pressure on the pad. The glide pad will respond to a light touch from your fingertip. Click, Double-click, and Right-click To click or double-click, you can use the left button just like that of a mouse. Instead of clicking by pressing the left button, you can just tap gently anywhere on the rectangular pad. For right-clicking, you can use the right button. Drag and Drop You can move icons or windows by using “drag and drop” below: 1. Position the pointer over the object. 2.
Using The Keyboard Your computer. equipped with the Windows Enhanced Keyboard, provides all the functionality of a full-sized desktop keyboard. Windows Logo Keys Opens the Windows Start menu. Opens an application-specific short-cut menu equivalent to rightclicking. System Function Keys When pressed together with the Fn key, function keys set specific system parameters. This combination is sometimes referred to as “hot keys”.
Using External Floppy Disk Drive Unit You can use double-density (2DD) 720KB or high-density (2HD) I .44MB floppy disks with the external floppy disk drive unit. The keyboard/mouse port, RS-232C serial port and parallel port are available on the rear side of the floppy disk drive unit. You can connect peripherals to the floppy disk drive unit. For more information about peripherals, refer to Chapter 4.
Removing External Floppy Disk Drive Unit 1. Remove the floppy disk from the floppy disk drive. 2. Turn off the computer. 3. Disconnect the floppy disk drive unit by simultaneously pressing the buttons on each side of the connector and pulling it out. 4. Close the cover of the floppy disk drive port. Handling Floppy Disks Do not open the shutter and touch the disk inside; otherwise, you will not be able to read or write data to the disk.
0 I. l l l Always insert a poppy disk straight into the floppy disk drive. When insetting the disk, make sure it is not upside dawn. Do not use excessive force when inserting the floppy disk. !f you have dift?culty inserting or removing disks, seek the assistance of an authorized service technician. Removing 0 I. Before removing the floppy disk, make sure the indicator of the floppy disk drive unit is not lit. Press the eject button firmly. The disk will pop out slightly.
CHAPTER 3< Battery and Power Management This chapter explains how to manage the computer’s power effectively and use the standard battery or an optional battery pack. Standard Batterv Pack When not connected to an external power source, your computer operates with the rechargeable internal standard battery pack. The duration of the battery life may be longer if the computer’s Power Management is active. See the next section for power management.
Checking the Battery Level You can check the battery level in the Power Management properties dialog box in the Control Panel or double-clicking the battery or AC plug icon on the taskbar. You can also check with the battery indicator on the front side of the computer. Press the button on the right of the battery indicator to show the battery power remaining. Refer to the table below.
or connect the computer to a wall outlet immediately. If you set Critical Batten Suspend to Enabled in the Power menu of the Setup Utility, the computer will be suspended to disk in case of significantly low battery power. When your computer suspends, do not turn on the computer before connecting to a wall outlet or connecting a fully charged optional external battery pack (see page 3-5). In Windows 98, you can set the alarm to inform you of the remaining battery level.
Optional External Battery Pack You can use an optional external battery pack to power your computer for longer periods of time. Use only the appropriate optional external butte? pack (CE-BLO3). und attach it correctly. Connecting External Battery Pack 1. Slide the cover of the external battery port to locate the port. 2. Connect the optional battery by matching the projections on either of the battery side to the notched parts of the computer.
Removing External Battery Pack 0 I. Before removing the external battery pack. turn off the computer or conjimz that the standard batter?, pack has power remaining. If the standard battery pack has no power remtrining, connect the computer to AC power; otherwise the computer will be shut down and data may be ,.* I Remove the optional battery by pressing the buttons on each end of the battery and sliding the battery off the computer. \\ \ \\ \ \\ \ \\\ 0 I.
Charging External Battery Pack You can charge the external battery pack by connecting AC power to the computer with the external battery connected. To charge most effectively, the standard and external battery pack will be charged as follows: 1. Charge standard battery pack to about 80%. 2. Charge external battery pack to about 80%. 3. Charge standard battery pack remaining about 20%. 4. Charge external battery pack remaining about 20%.
i Power Management Power management saves electricity and extends battery life by controlling power supply to built-in devices. You can set the power management properties in the Setup Utility or in Windows 98. Your computer is controlled by the power management settings in which the time set is shorter.
Setting in the Setup Utility In the Power menu, set Power Management Function to Enabled and set Vitleo Power Down after to an appropriate value. Suspend Modes The power management contains two types of suspend modes: suspend-to-RAM mode and suspend-to-disk mode. In the Setup Utility, you can define which suspend mode the system enters in what conditions. Suspend-to-RAM mode stores the current condition of the computer in RAM and stops power supply to all but a few essential components.
You can select the suspend mode that the system will enter in COIV~ Close in the ~orver menu of the Setup Utility. 0 The screen cover is closed. The following case functions if Critical Battery Suspend is set to Enczbletl in the Power menu of the Setup Utility. l The battery level is low (always suspended to disk). Resuming from Suspend-to-RAM mode Your computer resumes from the suspend-to-RAM mode in each of the following cases: You press any key. The screen cover is opened.
l 0 I. resume from the suspend-to-disk mode. To resume it from the .suspentlto-disk mode, connect the computer to AC poM?r, If a PC card does not work properly after Four computer resumes from the Suspend to Disk, restart the computer. When entering or resuming from a suspend mode. be .ruce to obseme the fo/lowing precautions. Otherwise, the computer may not operate correctly after it has resumed j?om the suspend mode. l Do not turn off the computer when the system is suspended to RAM.
CHAPTER 4 Peripherals This chapter describes how to use peripheral devices with your computer. You can connect a printer, external monitor, external keyboard. mouse, or other device to the parallel, RS-232C serial, USB or keyboard/mouse ports. To ensure proper use, be sure to read the instructions for each peripheral device before connecting it to your computer. Using Peripherals You can use the peripheral devices shown on the next page. For the details.
Peripheral Connection Overview USE? Device \ Audio Equipment GE- *: P\f$g- I USB Device k&3/ Microphone D .- _. o ii_il CRT Monitor . --L l&J P 7 RS_232C i_i ‘-I Printer I _ ? -_ Device \ .___s . i_.
PC Card Your computer is equipped with a PC card (PCMCIA) slot, which can accommodate one Type II card. Before inserting a PC card into your computer. see its manual. When using a PC card which needs an IRQ, disable one of the following ports: Serial, IR, LPT, or LAN. Otherwise a PC card or the computer may malfunction. 0 I. Never disable the USB port. Disabling the USB port in the Setup Utilit> may cause some PC cards to malfunction. Inserting PC Card 1. 2. 3.
0 ! Raise the PC card eject button only when you need to push it. The eject button ma? get k&cked off the computer if it is not pushed down. In this case, replace the button while the inserted PC card is pushed in. When u new card is correctly inserted, the appropriate driver is automatically installed. If the driver is not installed correctly, .vou will hear a warning beep. In this case, install the PC card driver by following the instructions on the screen. Ejecting PC Card 0 ! 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Connecting Optional External CD-ROM Drive You can connect the optional external CD-ROM drive using the PC card slot.
Keyboard I Mouse You can use a full size desktop keybonrd or external mouse with your computer. A keyboard/mouse port and a RS-232C serial port are available when the external floppy disk drive is connected. The ways of connecting a PS/2 mouse and a serial mouse are slightly different. 0 1. Never wrmect or disconnect the devices to the ke_yboar&moase port when the computer is powered on. This may cause the cornpurer to operate improperiv.
Display You can use an external monitor with your computer. To display images on both displays simultaneously, use more than 800x600 resolution. l l Some monitors, which are not compatible with your computer. may not display correctly. In this section, you often see the expression “Display Properties dialog box. ” To open the dialog box. double-click My Computer Control Panel - Display. ’ Displaying the Screen on an External Monitor You can display the screen on an external monitor.
Changing Resolution and Number of Colors When shipped, your computer is set to the default resolution and color. The default resolution is 800 x 600 at 64k color. To change the resolution and the number of colors, perform the following: I. 3L. 3. .* In the Display Properties dialog box, select Settings. Select the number of the colors in the Colors, and select the resolution in Screen urea. Refer to the table below. Click OK twice.
Audio System You can output sound to speakers or headphones using an ordinary audio cable. Connecting audio equipment 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Use the following audio cable for the connection: To output the computer’s audio signal to audio equipment: 1 Audio Equipment 1 LINE IN (R) LINE IN (L) _3 . Turn on the computer. l You can adjust the volume in Windows 98 by clicking the speaker icon in the taskbar or with the volume control dial on the right side of your computer.
Printer You can connect a printer to a parallel port of the external floppy disk drive unit. m Before using u printer, read the printer manual. Setting the Setup Utility I In the Advanced menu of the Setup Utility, set the LPT Port: to Auto or Enabled. Also set the Mode:. referring to your printer manual. Installing a Printer Driver To use a printer, you need to install a printer driver. From the Start I. . menu. select Settings - Printers. Double-click Add Printer. The Add Printer Wizard appears. 2.
CHAPTER 5 Communication Functions This chapter explains how to use infrared communications and the built-in modem. Infrared Communication Using the IR (infrared) port located on the right side of your computer, you can communicate wirelessly with infrared-equipped devices such as electronic organizers, computers or printers. To establish infrared communication, follow the instructions below. See the manual or online help of each application for details.
During infrared cotrvnlrnic.trtiort: . Do not move the computer and the other IR device. . Do not enter a suspend mode. l Do not use a cellular phone or another IR device near rhe computer. . Avoid strong light such as sunlight orfluorescent light. . Disable the screen saver. IR Mode Your computer supports two available IR modes: IrDA (Infrared Data Association) and ASK (Amplitude Shift Keying). Each application automatically selects the appropriate IR mode.
You can use the built-in modem for data transfer. fax communication and voice communication. The built-in modem on your computer is designed only for regular . analog telephone lines. The modem may be damaged when connected to a digital ISDN terminal or a digital PBX. Ifan unusual device is attached to the line you are connecting to, the modem may not function properly. Remove the device or contact the dealer of the device.
Disabling Power Management To use communication software, you may have to disable power management. See Disabling Power Management in Chapter 3. Setting Communication Information 1. In the Modems Properties dialog box, select Dialing Properties. 2. Set each item. following the instructions on the screen. Setting Communications Software 1.
LAN unit Your computer is equipped with a 100 Base-TX/IO Base-T LAN interface. 1. Turn off the computer. 2. 4. Attach the provided core to one end of your LAN cable. Insert the cable into ’ the core and close the core until it clicks. Connect the core end of the LAN cable into the LAN jack on the rear side of the computer. Connect the other end of the LAN cable into the network hub. 5. Turn on the notebook. 6. 7. 8. When Press to enter SETUP appears, press F2. In the Advanced menu, enable LAN.
Password 011 boot Power Management Security Diskette access Fixed disk boot sector When the system starts or resumes from the suspend-to-disk mode If you have enabled Passrvord on hoot in the Security nienu of the Setup Utility, the system requires a password when you turn on the computer. If you have enabled Power Munogemenl Security in the Po,r*eer menu of the Setup Utility, the system requires a password when the system resumes from the suspend-to-disk mode.
2. 3. 4. Type your current password, and press Enter. Without typing any characters, press Enter. Press Enter again. 5. 6. 7. When the confirmation message appears, press Enter. Press Esc and select Exit Saving Changes. Press Enter twice. The system restarts.
Preventing Infection of Computer Viruses You can protect against some viruses by limiting writing to the hard disk. To limit writing to the hard disk, set the item Fixed disk boor sector to Write Protect in the Securit_v menu of the Setup Utility. l l You cunttot prerpent irtfection of all types of viruses with the ciho~~e operarion. Even if a warning message czppears. the system may not be infected in some cases.
CHAPTER 7 Setup Utility This chapter describes how to run the Setup Utility to change settings on your computer. Running the Setup Utility With the Setup Utility, you can customize the system configuration information, such as time and date, port assignments, passwords, or power management settings. The information you have specified is saved in a special area called CMOS RAM, which the system reads every time you turn on the computer.
5. Select one of the exit methods. and press Enter. 6. When the message Setlcp Conjirmation appears, press Enter again. The system restarts. To turn off the computer when the Setup Utility is open, slide the porvet switch. Using the Setup Utility To navigate through the different menus, you can use the following keys: Moves the cursor from one menu to another. Moves the cursor from one item to another in a menu. rirJl&l il Space bar . 1 Increases the numeric value or changes an item to the next value.
Main menu System Time Defines the system time, using the format horlcntinufe:se~o~~~ (24 hour format). The Tab key moves the cursor, and the space bar and the “-” key change numerals. System Date Defines the system date. The Tab key moves the cursor, and the space bar and the “-” key change numerals. Diskette A Defines whether to use the floppy disk. To use it, set this item to ’ 1.44MB,3’/2”. Hard Disk Type Specifies the hard disk type. Set to Amo during normal use.
Advanced menu Serial Port Sets the RS-232C serial port, selecting the base i/O address. Entrbled means that you can select the item yourself. Auto means that the item is automatically assigned. Dimbled means that you cannot use the port. IR Port Sets the infrared port, selecting the mode, the, I/O channel, the IRQ channel. and the DMA channel. Etzabled means that’you can select the items yourself. Auto means that all the items except the mode are automatically assigned.
Security menu l l See the previous chapter about settirzg passwords. In some password settings, you cannot select some items. Set Supervisor Password Defines the supervisor password (up to eight characters). Set User Password Defines the user password (up to eight characters). You cannot set the user password unless you have set the supervisor password. 0 ! If you lose your password, you will be unable to access the computer 01 change the conjiguration.
Power m&u Ia See Chapter 3 about power management and the hattev. Power Switch Function Defines the function of the power switch. If you select On/Off, the switch works only to turn on/off the computer. If you select SuspencUResume, the system enters the mode that is specified in the item Suspend Mode when you press the power switch. To resume the system, press the power switch again. Cover Close Specifies the mode the system enters when the screen cover is closed.
m The built-in modem may not be available in .some countries. Battery Level Shows the amount of battery power remaining. Battev I refers to the standard battery; Battery 2 refers to the optional external battery pack. Exit menu Exit Saving Changes Saves the settings you have changed and exits the Setup Utility. Exit Discarding Changes Exits the Setup Utility without saving the settings you have changed. Load Setup Defaults Returns the values of all items to default.
Appendixes The appendixes contain additional information on the use and care of your computer. Maintenance and Care This appendix provides you with information on how to maintain the computer in excellent working condition. Cleaning the Computer Cabinet Apply a small amount of mild cleaning solution to a dry, lint-free cloth and wipe the cabinet with the cloth. 0 l I. l Do not else alcohol, benzene, thinner or other strong chemicd clgents that may damage the cabinet.
Traveling with the Computer This computer is designed for portability. For safety and convenience when traveling, please follow these guidelines. Before traveling. back up your data on tloppy disks or other external media. Bring an extra copy of your backup data. Do not travel with an external floppy disk drive unit,or optional CD-ROM drive connected. Do not travel with the computer powered on. This may result in loss of data and/or damage to the hard disk drive. Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer.
Specifications 1 Specifications Parts environment j Humidity 20% External Battery Pack CE-BLO3 External CD-ROM Drive CE-CD01 Memory Module (64MB) CE-ME&IA (Ask your local service dealer for installation) IO 80% (non-condensation) Options I
Troubleshooting This chapter describes how to troubleshoot computer problems. Common Problems Problems with your computer can be caused by something as minor as an unplugged power cord or as major as a damaged hard disk drive. The information in rhis troubleshooting section is designed to help you find and solve minor problems. If you still have a problem after trying all the suggested remedies in this chapter, contact your dealer.
Trouble when Starting Question: Why doesn’t the power switch function? l Make sure the AC power cable is correctly connected to a live wall outlet. l If the computer is operating with batteries, batteries may be discharged. Connect the computer to a wall outlet. Question: Why doesn’t Windows start? Check whether the external floppy disk drive unit contains a non-system disk. Remove the floppy disk from the drive, and press any key.
Trouble with Display See also the Display section in Chapter 4. Question: Why is the screen blank? Press any key to see if any power management feature has turned off the screen to save power. See the power indicator to check whether the computer is powered. If you are using a standard battery pack, make sure it has a charge remaining. If you are using an external battery pack, make sure it is connected correctly and has a charge remaining.
Trouble with Hard Disk Question: Why can’t I read or write data to/from the hard disk? Confirm the drive and file names are correct. Confirm the hard disk has sufficient free space. The hard disk in your computer is formatted with FAT32. You cannot read or write data formatted in other operating systems, which are not FAT 32 compatible. Applications that are not compliant with FAT32 may not work properly.
l If you still cannot turn off the system with the power switch. slide the reset switch on the bottom of your computer to turn off the systemtrefer to page 2-J). Five seconds later, turn on the computer by sliding the power switch. Question: Why doesn’t the glide pad function correctly? l l Confirm the surface of the glide pad is completely dry and free from dirt and grease. Confirm the item Inter& Poinring DeGce in the Advanced menu of the Setup Utility is enabled.
Confirm the external floppy disk drive unit is connected correctly. Confirm the application program is compliant with the RS-232C standard interface. Confirm the COM I port is not disabled using the following procedure. 1. In the System Properties dialog box, select Device Manager. 2. Double-click Ports(COM&LPT); then, Communications Port (COMI). 3. Make sure the item Disable in this hardware prbJile is unchecked. Confirm the COM I port is not used by another applications.
l Turn off the power management both in the Windows and the Setup Utility. Question: Why can’t I access the network? l Confirm the item LAN is set to Enabled in the Advanced menu of the Setup Utility. Confirm the cable is properly connected to the LAN jack and the network hub. Confirm the network configuration is appropriate. l Confirm the user name or password is correct.
Index A handling, 2-8 inserting and removing, 2-g AC adapter, 2-2 audio, 4-9 G B backing up data, 2-9 battery pack changing, 3-4 charging, 3-3:3-7 checking the battery level, 3-2; 3-6 initializing, 3-3; 3-7 low battery indication, 3-2 optional external battery pack, 3-5 standard battery, 3-I glide pad. 2-4 changing the configuration. 2-S using, 2-4 I indicator battery power, 2-I power, 2-I infrared communication, S-I communicating in Windows 98, 5-2 positioning and preparing. S-l setting.
inserting. 4-3 power indicators. 7-I power management disabling, 3-l I stopping power supply to the display. 3-8 stopping power supply to the hard disk. 3-8 power source. 2-I power switch. 2-3 properties dialog box. t-3 running, 7-I Security menu. 7-S using, 7-2 shutting down the system. l-4 supervisor password. 6-I suspend modes. 3-9 entering, 3-9 Suspend-to-disk mode. 3-9 resuming from. 3-10 Suspend-to-RAM mode. 3-Y resuming from, 3-10 R reset switch. 2-3 resetting. Z-3 RS-23X device.
