CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DISCONNECT THE AC CORD AND THE BATTERY BEFORE SERVICING. CAUTION: FOR A COMPLETE ELECTRICAL DISCONNECTION, PULL OUT THE MAIN PLUG AND THE BATTERY. VORSICHT: UM DIE STROMZUFUHR VOLLSTÄNDIG ZU UNTERBRECHEN, DEN NETZSTECKER HERAUSZIEHEN UND DIE BATTERIE ÈNTFERNEN. ATTENTION: POUR UN ARRET TOTAL DU SYSTEME, DECONNECTEZ LA PRISE DE COURANT SECTEUR ET LA BATTERIE. VARNING: FÖR TOTAL ELEKTRISK URKOPPLING, KOPPLA UR KONTAKTEN OCH TA UR BATTERIET.
Notice for Users in Australia Service Inquiries Please contact your dealer for service if required or contact Sharp Corporation of Australia on 1300-13-50-22 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.
Safety Precautions General • • Follow all cautions and instructions which may be marked on the computer. Except as described elsewhere in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
• • • 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).
• Recharge the battery pack after storage, before use. Modem Precautions(Built-in modem may not be available in some countries) • • • • • • 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.
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. 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.
Overview of Computer Each number after an arrow indicates the page referring to the part.
Right CD-RW Drive→T-5 IR Port→5-1 Left Audio Input Jack→2-15 Audio Output Jack→6-1 Volume Control→5-3 Microphone Jack→2-3 PC Card Slots→4-8 Floppy Disk Drive→1-2 xi
Rear LAN Jack→4-6 AC Adapter Jack→7-4 USB Ports→2-7 External Monitor Port→4-6 Security Slot→4-6 Modem Jack→4-6 Keyboard Mouse Port→4-3 Ventilation Openings→4-6 RC-232C Port→4-7 Parallel Port→4-4 Bottom Ventilation Openings→3-1 Reset Switch→6-3 Battery Pack→6-3 xii
CHAPTER 1 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 pack or AC power. See the next chapter for more information on power sources. Before using the computer for the first time: 1. 2. Turn over your computer and place it on a flat surface.
3. Insert the battery pack into your computer and slide the battery lock into the locked point. 4. Plug the AC adapter cable into the AC adapter jack on the rear side of the computer. 5. 6. Plug the AC power cord into the AC adapter. Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet. 1 AC Power Cord AC Adapter Cable AC Adapter Jack To Wall Outlet • Always use the AC adapter included with the computer. Using other AC adapters may damage the computer.
7. If you want to register your computer on the Web site, connect your computer into a telephone line. 1 To Telephone Line 8. Slide the display lock latch until the screen cover releases; then raise the cover and tilt the cover to a comfortable viewing position. 9. Press the power switch. 10.
protection sheet of the tray. 1 11. When you turn on the computer, the power indicator ( ) turns green, the computer goes through a self test to detect any problems, and Windows Me starts. When using the computer for the first time, a dialog box called the Windows Me Setup appears to guide you through the Windows Me setup. See the next page.
Setting up Windows Me The first steps in the setup process are as follows: • • • • 1 Getting Started This section configures your location, language, and keyboard. Windows License This section asks you to accept the Windows License Agreement. Registration This section configures your built-in modem and register your computer on the Web site. Final Settings This section completes the configuration of your system. To set up Windows Me, follow the instructions on the screen.
• PC Card • Power Options • System 1 1-6
Shutting Down the System To turnoff your computer: 1 1. From the Start menu, select Shut Down. 2. In the Shut Down Windows dialog box, select Shut down from the pull-down menu, and click OK. The power indicator/battery stutas indicator turns off. Close the cover to keep the screen and keyboard clean and protected. 3. You can shut down the computer with the power button using the steps below: 1. From the Start menu, select Settings – Control Panel. 2. Click view all Control Panel options. 3.
CHAPTER 2 2 Basic Operations This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer. Status Indicators The status indicators show the status of your computer.
Indicator Power Light On (green) Blinking (green) Off Battery Status On (green) Blinking (green) Off Battery Charge Blinking (red) 2 Meaning Operating with AC power System standby Powered off /System hibernate Operating with a battery pack System standby Powered off /System hibernate Almost completely discharged (The warning beep sounds) On (green) Fully charged On (orange) Being charged Blinking (orange) In abnormal state • When the battery is hot, the battery charge indicator may turn off even if the
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 Me. You can also restart Windows Me from the Start menu. Select Shut down; then, Restart.
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. 2 • Do not hit or scratch the surface of the glide pad with pointed objects (such as a ballpoint pen). • Do not operate the glide pad with a moist finger. This may cause the glide pad to operate incorrectly.
4. Release the button when the object reaches its destination. Scroll You can scroll through information in a list or in a document by using the glide pad. To view information vertically, place your finger on the most right part of the glide pad and slide your finger up and down. To view horizontally, place your finger on the bottom part of the glide pad and slide your finger left or right. This procedure works only in limited applications.
Using The Keyboard Your computer, equipped with the Windows Enhanced Keyboard, provides all the functionality of a full-sized desktop keyboard. 2 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”.
Quick Start Buttons The five buttons above the function keys, and one located on the front panel are called “Quick Start Buttons”. Assign an application to a button, and you can run the applications by simply pressing the button. Or you can turn on the computer with this button; then, open the application, too. The button on the front panel works with the I button above the function keys. If you change the setting of the I button, the setting of the button on the front panel will be changed together.
• Do not set a password. Otherwise, if you turn on the computer with a Quick Start Button, the system requires a password, and you need to enter it. 2 Automatic E-mail Receiver Your computer is equipped with the utility called Automatic E-mail Receiver, and its button/lamp. N A Automatic E-mail Receiver Lamp/Button When your computer receives mails, Automatic E-mail Receiver indicates you have new mail coming by turning on Automatic E-mail Receiver lamp.
Using Floppy Disk Drive Unit You can use double-density (2DD) 720KB or high-density (2HD) 1.44MB floppy disks with floppy disk drive unit. 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. Do not place floppy disks near magnets or heat source, in direct sunlight or in a dusty place, etc. Never subject a disk to sudden shocks or extreme vibration. Do not drop, bend, or place heavy objects on a disk.
authorized service technician. • Do not touch the disk while reading/writing data. It may cause malfunction of the computer and the drive. Removing 2 Before removing the floppy disk, make sure the floppy disk drive indicator is not lit. Press the eject button firmly. The disk will pop out slightly. Remove it and store it properly. Eject Button Indicator A N Formatting a Floppy Disk 1. Make sure the floppy disk is not write-protected, and insert it into the floppy disk drive. 2.
Using CD-RW Drive Your computer is installed with a CD-RW drive. You can read data from compact disc (CD), play music, or install and run programs, etc. You can also write data to CD-R/RW disks using the installed applications called Easy CD Creator or Direct CD. Handling CDs • • • Do not write on either side of the disc, particularly the non-label side. Data is read from the non-label side. Do not mark this surface. Keep your discs away from direct sunlight, heat and excessive moisture.
2 4. Place your CD, label side up, on the tray. 5. 6. Gently press the center of the CD until it clicks into place. Gently push the CD tray back into the computer. • When inserting a CD, do not use force. • Make sure the CD is correctly inserted into the tray, then close the tray. • Do not leave the tray open. Also, avoid touching the lens in the tray. If the lens becomes dirty, the CD may malfunction. • Do not wipe the lens with materials with rough surface (such as paper towels).
4. Remove the CD from the tray. 5. Gently push the CD tray back into the CD-RWdrive unit. 2 • When opening the CD tray, if the CD is still spinning, wait until it has stopped, then remove it. • Do not remove the CD if the CD-RW indicator LED is still lit; otherwise the computer may malfunction. Writing Data to CD-R/RW You can write data to CD-R once. You can’t delete data from the CD-R, but if the disk has free space left, you can add data until the disk is full.
CHAPTER 3 Battery and Power Management 3 This chapter explains how to manage the computer’s power effectively and use the standard battery. Battery Pack When not connected to an external power source, your computer operates with the rechargeable 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 Options properties dialog box in the Control Panel or double-clicking the battery or AC plug icon on the taskbar. The battery power remaining is an approximate figure. The remaining operating time expected may be different from the actual remaining time, depending on the use of the computer.
See also the section on power management in this chapter. Charging the Battery Pack 1. Connect the AC adapter to the computer. While the battery is being charged, the battery status indicator is orange. 2. When the battery is fully charged, the battery status indicator turns green. Charging time may vary according to the status of the computer. When the battery is hot (for example, after long use), it may take longer to fully charge the battery.
Removing Battery Pack 1. 2. 3. 4. Shut down the computer and disconnect AC adapter and peripheral devices. Close the LCD screen and turn over the computer. Turn the battery lock to the unlocked position. Remove the battery pack with the battery release lever being slided. Battery Lock 3 Battery Pack Battery Release Lever 5. 6. 3-4 Install the battery pack until you hear a clicking sound. Slide the battery lock to locked position.
Power Management Power management saves electricity and extends battery life by controlling power supply to built-in devices. You can set the following power management properties in Windows Me using Power Options Properties dialog box. • • • Stopping power supply to the hard disk Stopping power supply to the display Using System stand by/hibernate 3 To open Power Options Properties dialog box: 1. From the Start menu, select Settings – Control Panel. 2. Double-click Power Options icon.
the exact state and you can reopen the same windows after your computer resumes from System stand by/hibernate in a very short time. • • 3 System stand by stores the current condition of the computer in RAM and stops power supply to all but a few essential components. Your system enters System stand by per the conditions mentioned below. In System stand by, the power status indicator blinks green. To resume from System stand by, operate your computer again.
The above functions if you perform the followings: 1. In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Advanced tab. 2. Select Hibernate or Stand By in When I close the lid of my portable computer: 3. Click Apply. 4. Click OK. • You press the power switch. The above functions if you perform the followings: 1. In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Advanced tab. 2. Select Hibernate or Stand by in When I press the power button on my computer: 3. Click Apply. 4. Click OK.
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.
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Audio Input Jack Microphone Jack Audio Output Jack Mouse/keyboard Port 4 USB Ports Parallel Port RS-232C Port Modem Jack External Monitor Port LAN Jack 4-3
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Printer You can connect a printer to a parallel port or USB ports of the rear side of your computer. Before using a printer, read the printer manual. Connecting a Printer To connect to the parallel port: Parallel Port Printer 4 Printer Cable To connect to the USB port: USB Ports Printer USB Cable Installing a Printer Driver To use a printer, you need to install a printer driver. See the manuals included with your printer.
Display You can use an external CRT or LCD monitor with your computer. To display images on both displays simultaneously, a monitor with a resolution of 1024 x 768 is to be selected. • 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. Connecting External Monitor 4 1. Turn off your computer and an external monitor.
3. In Driver Mode, select Single. 4. In Primary, if you want to use the external monitor, select VGA1. If the internal LCD screen, select LCD2; then click OK. 5. In Compatibility Warning dialog box, select Apply the settings without restarting? and click OK twice. 6. Click OK twice. • If you want to display the same image to both the external and internal display simultaneously, select Mirror in the step 3 above.
• In Colours, High Colour (16 bit) means 65,536 (64K) colours, and True Colour (32 bit) means about 262,144 (260K) colours. • If you select True Colour (32 bit) in the Colour Palette, * The drawing speed of screen is decreased. * The speed of displaying video or animation is decreased. Using Multiple Monitors The multiple monitors function allows you to display two independent displays simultaneously.
Keyboard/Mouse You can use a full size desktop keyboard or external mouse with your computer. Never connect or disconnect the devices to the keyboard/mouse port when the computer is powered on (except for USB keyboard/mouse). This may cause the computer to operate improperly. Using a PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard You can connect a PS/2 mouse/keyboard to the mouse/keyboard port of the rear side of your computer.
Audio System You can input/output sound to/from audio equipments using an audio cable. Output Analog Sound to Audio Equipment Use an audio cable to output analog sound to an audio equipment.
Audio Output Jack(S/PDIF compliant) Audio Equipment (S/PDIF compliant) Audio Cable(S/PDIF compliant) To OPTICAL Jack To output digital sound to the audio equipment, follow the steps below. The default status outputs analog sound. 4 1. Double-click the 2. In Volume Control dialog box, click Options – Properties – Other. 3. Check Spdif in show the following volume controls: and click OK. 4. Uncheck Mute All on Spdif and close the dialog box. To output analog sound again, check Mute All. 5.
With Windows Me icon on the task bar. 1. Double-click 2. In Volume Control dialog box, choose an appropriate level in each media section. When: 4 3. Section Playing a CD WAVE Running a WAVE file WAVE Running a MIDI file Wavetable Running a software MIDI file WAVE Close the dialog box. • The default output volume for digital sound is not enough. Maximize the volume whenever you output digital sound.
3. Connect the core side jack to the audio input jack on the left side of your computer, and the other side jacks to the audio equipment. Audio Input Jack Core LINE OUT(L) White Red LINE OUT( R) Connecting Microphone You can input sound using an external microphone connected to the microphone jack. Microphone Jack 4 Electret condenser microphone with the impedance of 2k Ω and the allowable voltage of 2.
USB Device USB port is available on the rear side of your computer. You can connect/disconnect USB peripherals without turning off the computer. See also the manuals of peripheral devices supporting USB. To remove USB devices, you may need to perform the following before you remove them: 4 1. Double-click Unplug or Eject Hardware icon ( 2. Select the device you want to remove and click Stop. 3. Confirm the device name you want to remove is highlighted, then click OK. 4.
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.
IR Mode Your computer supports IrDA (Infrared Data Association) mode only. Sending Files Between Computers Between computers with Windows Me/98 O/S, follow the instructions below to send files. 1. Place your computer and the target one. If set appropriately, you can find icon on the task bar. 2. 3. Click icon. In Wireless Link dialog box, select the files you want to send; then, click Send.
Built-in Modem (may not be available in some countries) You can use the built-in modem for data transfer and fax 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. • If an 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 System standby/hibernate. See Disabling Power Management in Chapter 3. Setting Communication Information 1. In the Modems Properties dialog box, select Dialing Properties. 2. In Dialing Properties dialog box, set country/region, line type, outside line dial etc., following the instructions on the screen. Setting Communications Software 1.
LAN Unit Your computer is equipped with a 100 Base-TX/10 Base-T LAN unit. To activate the LAN unit, perform the following steps. • Use a UTP LAN cable over category 3 if connected to 10 Base-T LAN unit. If connected to 100 Base-TX, use the cable over category 5. 1. Turn off the computer. 2. If your computer is provided with the LAN core, go to the step 4. If with the core for a shielded LAN cable, go to the next step. If nothing for the LAN unit is provided, go to the step 4.
• If the LAN cable is included with your computer, always use it. .
CHAPTER 6 Hardware Expansion This chapter describes how to use PC cards and increase memory of your computer PC Card Your computer is equipped with two PC card (PCMCIA) slots, which can accommodate one Type II, Type III, and CardBus compliant PC card. Before inserting a PC card into your computer, refer to its manual. • You cannot use a Type II and a Type III PC card at the same time.
2. Insert the card into the slot with the label face up until it locks into place. Label Face • You cannot use a Type II and a Type III PC card at the same time. • When you use the Modem card, disable COM1 Port and COM2 Port in the Advanced menu of the Setup Utility. Otherwise, the Modem card may not work properly. Ejecting PC Card 6 • Some PC cards may become hot after long use. • Be sure to use the procedure below when ejecting a PC card. Otherwise, the system may not work properly. 1. 2.
3. Push the eject button again and remove the card. 4. Push the eject button to store it with the computer.
Memory Module You can expand the memory size by installing a memory module. For available memory modules, ask your local dealer. You can see the current memory size in the System Properties dialog box. Default memory size is 128MB. Installing a Memory Module • Do not handle the memory module where static electricity is easily generated such as on the carpet. • Before installing the memory module, carefully discharge static electricity from your body by touching an unpainted metal area.
3. Bring up the keyboard cover and remove it. 4. Remove the keyboard via the metal locating tabs at the base of the keyboard. 6 • Do not use the keys of keyboard to remove the keyboard assembly. 5. Turn the keyboard upside down.
• Do not pull the keyboard cables out. • Place a soft cloth under the keyboard to avoid damage the computer. 6. Align the memory module as shown below, matching the notched part of the module with the projection part of the memory socket of the computer. Projection Part Notched Part About 20° 7. 6 6-6 Press the memory module slowly to place it into the memory socket until you hear the clicking sound.
8. Insert five projection parts of the keyboard into the notched part of the computer and replace the keyboard on the computer. 9. Place the keyboard correctly; then, insert the projection parts of the keyboard cover into the notched part of the computer. 6 10. Slide the keyboard cover to right until you hear the clicking sound. 11. Connect the AC adapter and replace the battery pack. 12. Turn on the computer and check the memory size with the procedure in the previous section.
Uninstalling the Memory Module 1. 2. Follow steps 1-5 above. Slightly bend the two latches outward until the memory module is released. 3. Remove the memory module and follow steps 8-12 above.
CHAPTER 7 Security Features This chapter describes how to protect your computer against unauthorized use, computer viruses and theft. Passwords Setting a password will help protect against unauthorized access to your computer. When a password is set and the computer is turned on, resumes from Hibernation, or enters the Setup utility, the system will require a password. If you lose your password, you will be unable to access the computer or change the configuration.
1. In the Security menu of the Setup Utility, select Set Supervisor Password and press Enter. 2. Type your current password, and press Enter. (If you set the password first time, you need not perform this step). 3. Type your (new) password (up to eight characters), and press Enter. 4. Type the same password again, and press Enter. 5. When the confirmation message appears, press Enter. System password Is: turns to Set. 6. In the Exit menu, select Exit Saving Changes and press Enter. 7.
Preventing Infection of Computer Viruses You can protect against some viruses by limiting writing to boot sector of your computer. To limit writing to boot sector, set the item Fixed Disk Boot Sector to Write Protect in the Security menu of the Setup Utility. • You cannot prevent infection of all types of viruses with the above operation. • Even if a warning message appears, the system may not be infected in some cases.
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CHAPTER 8 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.
Entering and Exiting the Setup Utility 1. Turn on the computer. 2. When to enter System Configuration Utility appears, press F2. 3. Change the desired settings. 4. In the Exit menu, select one of the exit methods, and press Enter. 5. When the message Save configuration changes and exit now? appears, select Yes and press Enter. The system restarts. • Power management does not work when the Setup utility is open. Do not close the cover.
Main menu System Time Defines the system time, using the format hour:minute:second (24hour 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. Legacy Diskette A Sets the type of the floppy disk drive of your computer. Leave it as a default in normal use. Primary Master Shows the capacity of the hard disk drive. Secondary Master Appears as CD-ROM.
Advanced menu Advanced Chipset Control Share Memory Sets the video memory size shared with the extend memory. Device Menu Enables or disables the internal devices (audio, LAN, or the built-in modem). I/O Device Configuration COM1 Port Assigns the base I/O address and IRQ for the RS-232C serial port. Enabled means that you can select the item by yourself. Auto means that the item is automatically assigned. Disabled means that you cannot use the port.
Security menu • See the previous chapter about setting passwords. System Password Is Shows the status of your password. Set means your password has already been set. Clear means it has not been set yet. Set Supervisor Password Defines your password (up to eight characters). If you lose your password, you will be unable to access the computer or change the configuration. Make sure to select a password you will never forget, or write it down and protect it in a secure place.
Power menu • Only Battery Low Beep, Resume On Modem Ring and Resume On LAN are effective in Windows Me. • See Chapter 3 about power management and the battery. Power Savings Defines the level of the power management in Standby Timeout, Suspend Timeout, Hard Disk Timeout, and Video Timeout. Customized means you can define each item individually. Maximum Power Savings means setting the power management performance to the maximum level.
Battery Low Beep Defines whether the system alarms when the battery level is low. Resume On LAN Defines whether the system resumes from Standby when the LAN device receives the packet. To wake your computer through your network, perform the following steps after set this item to Enabled. 1. In System Properties dialog box, select Device Manager tab. 2. Double-click Network adapters; then SiS 900 PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter. 3.
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. To exit, select one of the above items. Discard Changes Returns the values of all items to the values you last saved. Save Changes Saves the settings you have changed.
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 this 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? • • • Make sure the AC power cable is correctly connected to a live wall outlet. If the computer is operating with batteries, batteries may be discharged. Connect the computer to a wall outlet. If the above steps fail, press the reset switch on the bottom of the computer with a narrow object such as a ball paint pen. Question: Why doesn't Windows start? • • • Check whether the floppy disk drive contains a non-system disk.
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 battery pack, make sure it is installed correctly and has a charge remaining. Make sure the LCD screen is selected as the display by pressing Fn+F5. Check the brightness controls for your display by pressing Fn+F7.
Question: Why can’t I select the display with Fn+F5 key combination? • • Confirm the refresh rate of the external monitor is set to 60Hz. Refresh rate larger than 60Hz disables Fn+F5 key combination. Select the display in Display Properties dialog box of Control Panel. Question: Why can’t I change the display mode? • Set Colors to 256 colors, and Screen Area to 640 by 480 pixels once; then, change them again.
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.
Question: When the message requiring Windows Me CD-ROM appears? • Type C:\WINDOWS\OPTIONS\CABS in Copy files from: dialog box. Question: Why the sound skips when playing music CD with Windows Media Player? • Follow the instructions below: 1. From the Start menu, select Programs – Windows Media Player. 2. Click Tools; then, Options. 3. Select CD Audio tab and uncheck Digital playback. 4. Click OK. In this case, control output sound volume by sliding bar on CD Audio in Volume Control dialog box.
• See also the Windows Help. Question: Why doesn't the device connected to the RS-232C serial port function? • • • Confirm the device is correctly connected to the computer with an appropriate cable. Confirm the application program is compliant with the RS-232C standard interface. Confirm the COM1 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 (COM1). • • 3.
• • • • • Confirm the item COM2 Port is set to Auto or Enabled , and Mode to IrDA in the Advanced menu of the Setup Utility. You cannot use ASK mode in your computer. Confirm System stand by/hibernate is set to Never in the Power Schemes tab of the Power Options Properties dialog box.
1. In Network Properties dialog box of Control Panel, double-click SiS 900 PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter. 2. Select Advanced tab; then Media Type in Property:. 3. Set an appropriate value in Value:. And click OK twice. 4. Click Yes. The system restarts. • • Try another phone numbers or period of time. Set the transfer mode of your network Hub to Auto. Other Troubles Question: Why is the battery discharged so quickly? • Initialize the battery pack.
1. In the Passwords Properties dialog box, select Change Windows Password….. 2. Type your current password in Old Password, and click OK without typing anything in New Password. 3. Click OK; then, Close. 4. In the Network Properties dialog box, select Windows Logon in Primary Network Logon and click OK. 5. Click Yes to restart the system.
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. • Do not use alcohol, benzene, thinner or other strong chemical agents that may damage the cabinet.
Wipe the glide pad with a soft, dry cloth. 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 floppy disks or other external media. • • • • • • Bring an extra copy of your backup data. Do not travel with a floppy disk or CD inserted in the drive. Do not travel with the computer powered on. This may result in loss of data and/or damage to the hard disk drive.
Specifications Parts CPU Secondary cache ROM RAM Display Keyboard Pointing device Drive System Video Panel Video controller Hard disk CD-R/RW Floppy disk PC card slot Audio system I/O ports Audio Video Others Infrared Modem (may not be available in some countries) LAN Power AC adapter Battery Battery life Battery charging time Dimensions Weight Operating environment Temperature Humidity Specifications Pentium III Processor 800MHz 256KB(Integrated with CPU) Including system BIOS, VGA BIOS and Plug&Pl
