PC PCD-4ND PCD-5ND Operating Manual The Intel Inside Logo is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation
PCD-4ND/PCD-5ND Dieses Handbuch wurde auf Recycling-Papier gedruckt. This manual has been printed on recycled paper. Ce manuel est imprimé sur du papier recyclé. Este manual ha sido impreso sobre papel reciclado. Questo manuale è stato stampato su carta da reciclaggio. Denna handbok är tryckt på recyclingpapper. Dit handboek werd op recycling-papier gedrukt. Published by Siemens Nixdorf Informationssysteme AG D-33094 Paderborn D-81730 München Order No.
Order information Software with manuals Please send your order to the address given on the order form. You must include the order form supplied and the relevant documents. Backup disks The backup disks contain the software stored on your hard disk, when the PC is delivered. Please order from your sales partner.
Is there ... ... any technical problem or other question you need clarified? Please contact: – one of our IT Service Shops – your sales partner – your sales office You will find the addresses of the IT Service Shops in the enclosed warranty coupon booklet. ... anything you want to tell us about this manual? Please send us your comments quoting the order number of the manual.
Introduction Important notes PCD-4ND PCD-5ND Preparation for use Operation System configuration Operating Manual System expansion Troubleshooting System specifications Index December 1995 edition
Your training needs ... The Siemens Nixdorf Training Centers offer you a wide range of training courses in information technology and on IT products and other subjects - onsite near to your workplace or offsite at one of our training centers. Contact us for information on consulting, course schedules and selfstudy material. Please write or fax: Siemens Nixdorf Informationssysteme AG Training Center, Beratungsservice D-81730 München Fax.
Contents Introduction Notational conventions 1 2 Important notes Safety Manufacturer's notes Note on RFI suppression Energy saving Optimum battery capacity On the move with the notebook Class B Important notice concerning power cord selection For the United States and Canada For the United Kingdom 3 3 5 5 6 6 6 7 8 8 10 Preparation for use Unpacking and checking the notebook Connecting the power supply unit Installing the operating system Creating utility disks Installing application programs and driver
Contents Switching off the display Enabling the hard disk's power-management feature Disabling the system speaker Changing display settings Setting the gray scales for the monochrome display Switching between normal and reverse video Switching between internal and external displays Setting the display contrast Setting the display brightness Volume adjustment Using the security features System Lock Keyboard Lock Setup Lock Restricting access to the docking unit Preventing the notebook from booting from flopp
Contents System expansion Adding/removing memory (PCD-4ND) Adding/removing memory (PCD-5ND) Installing and removing PCMCIA cards Connecting external devices Port covers and connectors Connecting serial or parallel devices Connecting an external display Connecting a mouse Connecting an external keyboard Connecting a docking unit or station box Connecting external audio devices Transferring data with the infrared interface Changing the keycaps 71 71 74 77 80 81 82 82 83 83 84 85 85 86 Troubleshooting The PO
Contents Pin assignment DC input connector Port for external keyboard and PS/2 mouse Serial port Port for external display Parallel port Keyboard layouts Danish French German Italian Norwegian Spanish Swedish Swiss UK English US English 104 104 104 105 106 107 108 108 108 109 109 110 110 111 111 112 112 Index 113 A26391-K64-Z100-2-7619
Introduction This Operating Manual describes, among other things, how to set up, operate and expand the PCD-4ND and PCD-5ND notebooks. Unless otherwise specified, the information applies for both the PCD-4ND and the PCD-5ND. Innovative technology and ergonomic design make this notebook the ideal userfriendly and reliable travel companion.
Introduction The system settings of the notebook can be configured via the user-friendly Setup program. Certain system settings (e.g. screen display, power-management functions) can be modified via various key combinations while you are using the notebook. The notebook also features security functions to protect your data against unauthorized access. Booting the operating system or access to the Setup program can thus be protected by means of passwords.
Important notes In this chapter you will find information regarding safety which it is essential to take note of with your notebook. The chapter also contains information on the licenses issued for your notebook. Safety This device complies with the relevant safety regulations for data processing equipment, including electronic office machines for use in an office environment. If you have any questions, contact your sales office or our customer service.
Important notes – Please ensure that no objects (e.g., necklaces, paperclips etc.) or liquids can get into the interior of the device (electrical shock, short circuit). – In emergencies (e.g. damaged casing, elements or cables, penetration of liquids or foreign matter), switch off the notebook immediately, remove the power connector, remove the battery, and contact your sales office or customer service. – Only qualified technicians may repair the device.
Important notes For Denmark ADVARSEL Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Lever det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren. For Norway ADVARSEL Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. For Sweden VARNING Eksplosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte.
Important notes Energy saving Make use of the notebook's power management features (see "Operation"). The notebook uses less power when the power management features are enabled. You will then be able to work for longer before having to recharge the battery.
Important notes Class B The following statement applies to the products covered in this manual, unless otherwise specified herein. The statement for other products will appear in the accompanying documentation. NOTE: 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Important notes Important notice concerning power cord selection The power cord for this unit has been packed separately and has been selected according to the country of destination. It must be used to prevent electric shock. Use the following guidelines if it is necessary to replace the original cord set. The female receptacle of the cord set must meet CEE-22 requirements (see Figure 1).
Important notes Table A: Cord Type Size of Conductors in Cord Maximum Current Rating of Unit SJT 18 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG 10 Amps 12 Amps 12 Amps SVT 18 AWG 17 AWG 10 Amps 12 Amps For units set at 115 V: use a parallel blade, grounding type attachment plug rated 15 A, 125 V (Figure 2). For units set at 230 V (domestic use): use a tandem blade, grounding type attachment plug rated 15 A, 250 V (Figure 3).
Important notes For the United Kingdom Should the plug on the flexible cord not be of the type for your socket outlets, do not use an adapter but remove the plug from the cord and discard. Carefully prepare the end of the supply cord and fit a suitable plug.
Preparation for use ! Pay attention to the information provided in "Important notes" in the previous chapter. You must install and charge the battery and install the operating system, application programs and drivers before you can work with the notebook. Refer to the chapter on "System expansions" for instructions on how to connect external devices (e.g. mouse, printer, disk drive) to the notebook. Unpacking and checking the notebook Unpack all the parts.
Preparation for use Connecting the power supply unit Connecting the power supply unit Place the notebook on a level, stable surface. 3 a 1 b 2 Plug the DC output connector on the power supply unit into the DC input connector on the notebook (1). ! The supplied power cord conforms to the requirements of the country in which you purchased your notebook. Make sure that the power cable is approved for use in the country in which you intend to use it.
Installing the operating system Preparation for use Installing the operating system 1 b 2 a a = Power switch b = Trackball Slide forward the release tabs (1) and swing open the cover (2). When you install software you have to work with floppy disks, the keyboard and the trackball. If you are unfamiliar with using floppy disks or input devices, see "Using floppy disks" and "Displays and input devices" in the "Operation" section.
Preparation for use Installing the operating system The operating system is installed. Once it has finished installing, the start-up program appears on screen. You can use the trackball and/or the keyboard to operate the start-up program. If a choice of different language-specific keyboard layouts is displayed on screen, you can select either the default keyboard layout or one of the others indicated. i Confirm the default keyboard layout.
Utility disks, programs Preparation for use Creating utility disks To create the utility disks you need two unformatted 3 1/2-inch floppy disks. Switch on the notebook. Start Microsoft Windows. Choose the Utility disks icon and press the Enter key. Follow the on-screen instructions. Label the floppy disks as shown in the on-screen instructions. Installing application programs and drivers Follow the instructions provided in the manuals and the information files (e.g., INFO, README, *.HLP, *.DOC, *.
Operation When used away from a wall power outlet, the notebook runs on its built-in battery. You can increase battery life by enabling its power management features. If you use the notebook in a normal office situation, you run it off the mains with the aid of the power supply unit, or in a docking unit or station box. This conserves battery power for mobile use. Choosing where to set up your notebook Select a suitable place at which to set up your notebook.
Operation Switching the notebook on/off Switching on the notebook 1 3 2 Slide forward the release tabs (1) and swing open the cover (2). Press the power switch (3) for roughly one second. Switching off the notebook 2 3 1 3 Press the power switch (1) for roughly one second. Close the cover of the notebook (2) so that it locks into place on the left and right (3).
Using floppy disks Operation Using floppy disks ! When using floppy disks, read the information provided by the floppy-disk manufacturer. Do not use cleaning disks in the floppy disk drive. Doing so would destroy the read/write heads in the drive in just 20 seconds.
Operation Displays and input devices Displays and input devices 1 2 3 4 1 = POWER LED 2 = BATTERY LED 3 = Display field 4 = Trackball and trackball buttons Displays The notebook has two LEDs and an LCD-type function display. POWER LED The POWER LED is on when the notebook is switched on. BATTERY LED The BATTERY LED is on when the battery is charging. It flashes when battery power has dropped to below 10%. The frequency with which it flashes increases before the notebook shuts itself down.
Displays and input devices Operation Function display 1 2 Turbo CapsLK NumLK Standby ScrLK PadLK Symbols and texts in the function display show the actual state of the notebook. The meaning of the symbols and texts are as follows:. 1 2 The battery symbol shows the amount of power left in the built-in battery. A 1 indicates that the information applies to the battery in the battery compartment. A 2 indicates that the information applies to the additional battery.
Operation Displays and input devices Turbo This indicates that notebook's CPU is operating at its maximum clock rate (speed). Standby This indicates that the notebook is in Standby mode. CapsLK This indicates that all the characters you type will appear as uppercase. In the case of keys marked with a number of characters, the upper-left character will appear. The CapsLK indicator appears when you press the Caps Lock key. ScrLK This appears when you press the Scroll Lock key.
Displays and input devices Operation The figure below shows how to access the different characters and editing functions on keys with overlaid functions. The keystrokes shown in the example only work if CapsLK, NumLK, and PadLK have not been enabled (i.e., they are not visible in the function display). Backspace The Backspace key deletes the character to the left of the cursor. Tab key The Tab key moves the cursor to the next tab stop.
Operation Alt Gr Fn Fn + Fn Displays and input devices Alt Gr The Alt Gr key causes the characters in the lower middle of the keycap to appear (e.g., { in the case of the 7 key). Fn The Fn key enables the special functions indicated in blue on overlay keys (see "Key combinations"). If the external keyboard does not feature an Fn key, you can simultaneously press the Alt and Shift keys instead. Cursor keys The cursor keys move the cursor in the direction of the arrow, i.e., up, down, left, or right.
Displays and input devices Operation If PadLK is visible in the function display, pressing the Pad Num key enables and disables the numeric functions of the keys in the integrated numeric keypad. The keys produce numbers (the numbers indicated in blue on the lower right of the keycaps) when NumLK is visible in the function display. If PadLK and/or NumLK are visible in the function display, the keys in the integrated numeric keypad will also produce the standard characters shown on the keys.
Operation Fn Fn + Fn Fn Fn + Fn Fn Fn + Fn Fn Fn + Fn Fn Fn + Fn Fn Fn + Fn Fn Fn + Fn F3 Standby F4 Suspend F6 Load Password F8 Speaker On/Off F10 Grey Scale F11 Reverse Video F12 LCD/CRT Displays and input devices Enable Standby mode This key combination enables Standby mode. Standby appears in the function display. You can cancel Standby mode by pressing any key. Enable Suspend mode This key combination enables Suspend mode.
Displays and input devices Operation Keyboard lock If you set Keyboard Lock to Enable in the Setup program, this key combination locks the keyboard, the trackball and, if connected, an external PS/2 mouse; it also switches off the display. This does not affect any programs that are running. To cancel the keyboard lock, enter the system password. Reduce the display contrast If your notebook has a monochrome or DSTN color display, this key combination reduces its contrast.
Operation Displays and input devices Trackball and trackball buttons ! Make sure that the trackball does not come into contact with dirt, liquids or grease. Do not touch the trackball if your fingers are dirty. Do not rest heavy objects (e.g., books) on the trackball or the trackball buttons. You use the trackball to position the mouse pointer on the screen. For example, when you roll the trackball to the left, the pointer moves to the left.
Using power-management features Operation Using the power-management features If you use the notebook's power-management features, it will use less power. This will increase battery life, allowing you to work longer before having to recharge the battery. If you will not be using your notebook for a longer period, switch it off. Reducing the brightness level of the display helps to reduce the amount of power consumed by the notebook.
Operation Using power-management features Enabling Doze mode In Doze mode the notebook reduces its processor speed if it is inactive for a longer period. The processor speed is increased as soon as the system is used again. Doze mode is available if Power Management has been set to Enable in Power Management Setup. It is not available if the notebook is attached to a docking unit. In Power Management Setup, set Doze Mode to Enable.
Using power-management features Operation Enabling Suspend mode In Suspend mode all the active data (active programs and files) is saved to the hard disk and the notebook is switched off. The active data can only be saved if sufficient space is available on the hard disk (at least the main memory size + 2 Mbytes). If you are running the operating system OS/2 or Windows NT, you have to set up an additional FAT partition on the hard disk (see the manuals supplied with the operating system in question).
Operation Using power-management features Switching off the display Switching off the display does not affect running programs. Press the key combination Fn + F1 . To switch the notebook's display on again: Press the key combination Fn + F1 . Automatic powerdown You set this function up in the Setup program. If the notebook receives no input for a predefined period of time, the displays switches off automatically. It switches on again automatically as soon as the notebook receives input.
Changing display settings Operation Changing display settings You configure the basic display settings with Video Setup in the Setup program (see the section "System configuration"). You can change the settings listed below using key combinations. Setting the gray scales for the monochrome display Press the key combination Fn + F10 until you have found the gray-scale configuration you require.
Operation Changing display settings Setting the display contrast If your notebook has a monochrome or DSTN color display, you can set the display contrast. Increasing the contrast Press the key combination Fn + ← until you find the right display contrast. Reducing the display contrast Press the key combination Fn + → until you find the right display contrast. Setting the display brightness If you find the display too bright or too dark, you can adjust the brightness.
Using the security features Operation Using the security features Your notebook has security features which prevent unauthorized access to your data. You can set up the security features with Security Setup in the Setup program. The security features and the necessary settings are summarized below. For details of how to set them up, see the section "System configuration". i If CapsLK, NumLK, PadLK and ScrLK are displayed in turn in the function display, you must enter a password.
Operation Using the security features Setup Lock The Setup program will only start if you enter the setup password. The setup password is not echoed on screen when it is entered. You can enable this security feature if you have specified a system password or a setup password in Security Setup. In Security Setup, set Setup Lock to Enable. Restricting access to the docking unit The docking unit can only be accessed if you enter the docking unit password.
Using the security features Operation Preventing write operations to PCMCIA cards Data cannot be transferred to any PCMCIA cards installed in the notebook. In Security Setup, set PC Card Write to Disable. Locking the serial port Data cannot be transferred via the serial port. In Security Setup, set Serial Interface to Disable. Locking the parallel port Data cannot be transferred via the parallel port. In Security Setup, set Parallel Interface to Disable.
Operation The battery The battery The notebook is fitted with a nickel metal hydride battery that provides it with power during mobile use. You can increase battery life by enabling the notebook's powermanagement features. You can use the notebook with an additional battery. To do so, you must change the built-in floppy disk drive against the additional battery. This will double battery life in mobile use.
The battery Operation Connecting the power supply unit Switch off the notebook. Place the notebook on a level, stable surface. 3 a 1 b 2 Plug the DC output connector on the power supply unit into the DC input connector on the notebook (1). ! The power cord conforms to the requirements of the country in which you purchased your notebook. Make sure that the power cable is approved for use in the country in which you intend to use it. The notebook and the power supply should be at least 200 mm apart.
Operation The battery Connecting the auto adapter You can use the auto adapter to charge your notebook's battery if the car has a 12V electrical system. Switch the notebook off. Place the notebook on a level, stable surface. 2 a 1 Connect the auto adapter's cord to the notebook's DC input (1). Start the car's engine. ! You should only use the auto adapter while the car's engine is running. You must not start the car's engine while the auto adapter is connected to the car's electrical system.
The battery Operation Inserting and removing batteries ! Only use batteries designed specifically for this notebook. Never use force when inserting or removing a battery. Make sure that foreign objects do not fall into the battery compartment. Pull the power plug of the power supply unit out of grounded wall outlet before inserting and removing batteries. Removing the standard battery Switch off the notebook.
Operation The battery Installing the standard battery Switch off the notebook. Pull the power plug of the power supply unit out of grounded wall outlet Close the cover of the notebook so that it locks into place on the left and right. Disconnect any cables attached to the notebook. Place the notebook bottom-up on a flat surface. Insert the battery, contacts first, into the battery compartment. The contacts must face upwards. Push the battery into the compartment until it clicks into place.
The battery Operation Installing an additional battery Switch off the notebook. Pull the power plug of the power supply unit out of grounded wall outlet Close the cover of the notebook so that it locks into place on the left and right. Disconnect any cables attached to the notebook. Place the notebook bottom-up on a flat surface. 2 1 Push the floppy disk compartment's release tab in the direction of the arrow (1). Remove the floppy disk drive from the compartment (2).
Operation The battery Removing the additional battery Switch off the notebook. Pull the power plug of the power supply unit out of grounded wall outlet Close the cover of the notebook so that it locks into place on the left and right. Disconnect any cables attached to the notebook. Place the notebook bottom-up on a flat surface. 2 1 Push the floppy disk compartment's release tab in the direction of the arrow (1). Pull the battery out of the floppy disk compartment (2).
The battery Operation Deep-discharging/recharging the battery The process of fully discharging and recharging the battery is necessary to ensure that the battery charges fully. You should carry this out once a month and – after charging the battery for the first time (e.g., when you use the notebook for the first time) – if you have not used the notebook for a longer period of time (e.g.
Operation Cleaning the notebook Cleaning the notebook ! Switch off the notebook and disconnect the power supply unit cable. Only authorized service personnel may clean the inside of the casing. Do not use scouring powder or cleaning agents that attack plastics. Make sure that no liquids penetrate the notebook's casing. Use a clean, dry cloth to clean the casing. If it is especially dirty, use a cloth lightly moistened in water and mild washing-up liquid.
Re-formatting the hard disk Operation Rebuilding the hard disk If you have created a bootable system disk (floppy disk) and have backed up the hard disk, you can reformat and rebuild the hard disk, and restore the versions of directories and files stored on the hard disk at the time you performed the backup. Use the system disk to boot the PC from the floppy disk drive. Use the MS-DOS command FDISK to partition the hard disk. (This requires sound knowledge of the system.
Operation Code table for the standard character set Code table for the standard character set To display one of the following characters on screen, proceed as follows: Press and hold the Alt key. Enter the appropriate three-digit code for the character you require. Characters 000 through 031 are displayed on screen as characters, but they are really control characters and are therefore not included in the table below.
System configuration You use the Setup program to configure your notebook's hardware and system functions. When it is supplied, the notebook is set to factory default settings which you can alter in the Setup program's various submenus. Any changes you make take effect as soon as you quit the Setup program or switch on the notebook.
System configuration Starting the Setup program Starting the Setup program Reboot the notebook (switching on/off or warm boot). When the message Press Fn + Esc for Setup appears, press the key combination Fn + Esc . i If the external keyboard does not feature an Fn key, you can simultaneously press the Alt and Shift keys instead. If a setup password has been defined: Enter the setup password and press the Enter key.
Using the Setup program System configuration Using the Setup program Use the cursor key ↑ or ↓ to select the submenu you wish to access to make changes. Press the Enter key. The submenu opens. Use the cursor key ↑ or ↓ to select the item you wish to change. Press the cursor key ← or → until the setting you require appears. The items System Password, Setup Lock and Docking Unit Password require that you enter normal text. Repeat the last two steps described for all the items you wish to change.
System configuration System settings - System Setup Changing the system settings - System Setup In the System Setup submenu you can set up the following: – the time (in the field marked Time) – the date (in the field marked Date) – the serial port (in the field marked COM Port) – the parallel port (in the field marked LPT Port) – the cache memory (in the field marked Cache Memory) – the pointing devices (in the field marked Pointing Device) – the power-on self-test (in the field marked Pointing Device) F3
System settings - System Setup System configuration Internal Hard Disk External Hard Disk These two fields show the types of hard disk installed in the notebook (internal) and in the docking unit (external). The external hard disk type only appears if the notebook is attached to a docking station in which a hard disk is installed. Base Memory This field shows the amount of base memory available below 1 Mbyte. Extended Memory The Extended Memory field shows the amount of available memory above 1 Mbyte.
System configuration System settings - System Setup Mode This field defines whether the parallel port is used as an input/output device or just as an output device. The EPP and ECP transmission modes can also be enabled. The data transmission rates can be increased to 2 and 2.4 MB/s with these modes. The peripheral equipment and associated drivers which support these modes are required. (see Documentation of peripheral equipment). Bidirectional EPP 1.7 EPP 1.
Display settings - Video Setup System configuration Audio Device This field is used to specify the address for the audio device. 220h (default entry), 230h, 240h and 250h You have to change this field only if another device uses the default address 220h. Disable The audio device is disabled.
System configuration Display settings - Video Setup Display Device This field is used to specify the display device. LCD Just the notebook's internal display is used (default). CRT Just the external display is used. LCD&CRT The notebook's internal display and the external display are used. The DSTN color display does not allow this setting. Reverse Video This field is only displayed if your notebook is fitted with a monochrome or DSTN color display.
Setting up security features - Security Setup System configuration Setting up the security features - Security Setup You can set up the following security features in the Security Setup submenu: – Control of system start-up (in the field marked System Lock) – Locking of input devices (in the field marked Keyboard Lock) – Control of access to the Setup program (in the field marked Setup Lock) – Control of access to the docking unit (in the field marked Docking Unit Password) – Prevention of system boots fr
System configuration Setting up security features - Security Setup System Password You can specify a system password in this field. Depending on the System Lock and Keyboard Lock settings, the system password allows the system to boot, or unlocks the input devices. If you do not specify a different password in Setup Lock, the system password will also permit access to the Setup program.
Setting up security features - Security Setup System configuration Keyboard Lock You use this field to specify whether the keyboard, trackball and mouse should be locked. If the input devices are locked, you can unlock them by entering the system password. You can only select this option if you have specified a system password. Using the key combination Fn + Scroll Lock you can lock the input devices and switch off the display.
System configuration Setting up security features - Security Setup If you want to specify or change a setup password: Select Setup Lock. Select Enable. Enter a setup password and press the Enter key. Enter the setup password a second time to confirm it and press the Enter key. The following message is displayed: New password is now installed, press any key ... Press any key to continue. Select Setup Lock. Insert the disk System Utilities in the floppy disk drive. Press the Enter key.
Setting up security features - Security Setup System configuration If you do not wish to use the system password as the setup password or if you wish to change the setup password: Select Setup Lock. Enter the new setup password and press the Enter key. Enter the new setup password a second time to confirm it and press the Enter key. The following message is displayed: New password is now installed, press any key ... Press any key to continue. Select Setup Lock.
System configuration Setting up security features - Security Setup Boot Device In this field you specify the boot device (the device from which the operating system is loaded). Floppy Drive The BIOS attempts to boot the system from floppy drive A:. If A: does not contain a bootable system disk, it tries to boot from the hard disk, drive C: (default). Hard Disk The BIOS always boots the system from the hard disk, drive C:.
Setting up security features - Security Setup System configuration Serial Interface In this field you specify whether data can be transferred across the notebook's serial port. Enable The serial port is enabled, data can be transferred. Disable The serial port is disabled. IR (infrared) Interface In this field you specify whether data exchange is possible via the notebook's infrared interface. Enable The infrared interface is enabled - data exchange is possible.
System configuration Power Management Setup Setting up the power management features Power Management Setup You can do the following in the Power Management Setup submenu: – Enable/disable the power management features (in the field marked Power Management) – Specify the response to display output (in the field marked Video Access Trigger) – Enable/disable Doze mode (in the field marked Doze Mode) – Enable/disable Standby mode (in the field marked System Auto Standby) – Enable/disable Suspend mode (in the
Power Management Setup System configuration High Performance mode You can select High Performance mode by pressing function key F5 . In this mode the notebook operates at maximum speed and uses the most power. To re-enable the default power management features, press function key F3 . Power Management You use this field to specify when the power management features are to be used.
System configuration Power Management Setup System Auto Standby In this field you specify how long the notebook waits during a period without system activity before switching to Standby mode. 1 Minute to 15 Minutes If the notebook registers no system activity for the period specified in this field, it switches to Standby mode. Any resumption of activity re-activates the notebook. (Default: 2 Minutes) Disable The feature is disabled.
Power Management Setup System configuration Hard Disk Powerdown In this field you specify the time after which the notebook powers down its hard disk if it is not being accessed. The next attempt to access the hard disk powers it up again. 1 Minute to 15 Minutes If the hard disk is not accessed for the period defined, it is powered down. (Default: 2 Minutes) Disable The feature is disabled. CPU Speed In this field you select the CPU speed. High The CPU operates at maximum speed (default).
System configuration Docking Unit Setup Configuring the docking unit - Docking Unit Setup The Docking Unit Setup submenu only appears if the notebook is attached to a docking unit.
Docking Unit Setup System configuration Hard Disk Boot In this field you specify which hard disk is to be treated as hard disk C:. This is then the hard disk from which the operating system is loaded. Internal The notebook's built-in hard disk is drive C: (default). External The hard disk in the docking unit is drive C:. Disable The hard disk in the notebook and the hard disk in the docking unit are disabled.
System configuration Docking Unit Setup Pointing Device This field is used to specify the kind of pointing device used. The entry in this field takes precedence over the Pointing Device setting in the System Setup submenu. PS/2 Type Select this option if you wish to use the trackball or a PS/2 mouse (default). Serial Type Select this option if you wish to use a serial mouse. If you use a serial mouse, you will have to load the appropriate device driver.
System expansion ! Only use system upgrades that meet the requirements and guidelines concerning safety, RFI, EMC and telecommunications terminal equipment (see the section "Important notes"). Adding/removing memory (PCD-4ND) The notebook PCD-4ND is fitted with a standard 4 Mbytes of main memory (RAM). This can be increased to either 8 Mbytes or 20 Mbytes with a memory upgrade card. ! Only use memory upgrades designed specifically for this notebook.
System expansion Adding/removing memory (PCD 4ND) 1 2 3 Remove both screws (1). Remove the memory slot cover (2). Insert the memory upgrade, contacts first, into the slot (3). The labeled side of the upgrade must face towards the notebook's display. Gently push the memory upgrade into the slot until you feel it click into place. 2 1 Replace the cover (1). Replace both screws (2). Turn the notebook over and place it on a flat surface with the underside facing downwards.
Adding/removing memory (PCD 4ND) System expansion Removal Switch off the notebook. Close the cover of the notebook so that it locks into place on the left and right. Disconnect any cables attached to the notebook. Place the notebook bottom-up on a flat surface. 1 2 3 Remove both screws (1). Remove the cover (2). Pull the memory card out of the notebook as indicated by the arrow (3). 2 1 Replace the cover (1). Replace both screws (2).
System expansion Adding/removing memory (PCD-5ND) Adding/removing memory (PCD-5ND) The notebook PCD-5ND is fitted with a standard 8 Mbytes of main memory (RAM). This can be increased to either 16 Mbytes, 24 Mbytes or 40 Mbytes with two memory modules. ! Only use memory modules designed specifically for this notebook. Never use force when installing or removing a memory module. Make sure that foreign objects do not fall into the memory module slot. Installation Switch off the notebook.
Adding/removing memory (PCD-5ND) System expansion 1 2 a Insert the memory module, contacts first, into the slot (1). The slot on memory module (a) must be in line with the corresponding part at the mounting location. Carefully flap the memory module down (2) until you feel it latch in place. Install the second memory module in the same way. 4 a 2 1 3 Place the cover on its mounting location (1) and flap it into place on the underside of the notebook (2).
System expansion Adding/removing memory (PCD-5ND) Removal Switch off the notebook. Close the cover of the notebook so that it locks into place on the left and right. Disconnect any cables attached to the notebook. Place the notebook bottom-up on a flat surface. 1 3 2 Remove both screws (1). Pull the cover in the direction of the arrow (2) and lift it off the notebook (3). 2 1 1 Carefully press the two retaining clips outwards (1). The memory module will flap up.
Installing/removing PCMCIA System upgrades 4 a 2 1 3 Place the cover on its mounting location (1) and flap the cover into place on the underside of the notebook (2). Push the cover as far as it will go in the direction of the arrow (3). Fasten the cover with the two screws (4). Turn the notebook over and place it on a flat surface with the underside facing downwards. Reconnect the cables you previously disconnected. Installing and removing PCMCIA cards You can install either two 3.3mm (type I) or 5.
System upgrades Installing/removing PCMCIA Installation Switch off the notebook. 1 2 Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow as far as it will go (1). Insert the PCMCIA card, contacts first, into the slot guides (2). The labeled side of the upgrade must be facing upwards. Gently push the PCMCIA card into the slot until you feel it click into place. i Consult the documentation supplied with the PCMCIA card for information on how to install the necessary device drivers.
Installing/removing PCMCIA System upgrades Removal Switch off the notebook. 3 1 2 Press the eject button (1). It will project further out of the notebook's case. Pull the PCMCIA card out of the notebook (2). Push the cover in the direction of the arrow (3) to close it.
System expansion Connecting external devices Connecting external devices Disconnect all the devices from their respective power sources when you connect or disconnect a device. ! Consult the documentation supplied with an external device before attempting to connect it. Do not connect or disconnect cables during a storm. When disconnecting cables, always hold them by the connector; do not pull on the cable itself.
Connecting external devices System expansion Port covers and connectors i If you have not attached any external devices, you should replace the port cover to protect the port connectors from becoming soiled. 2 b 1 a a = port cover b = mouse/keyboard port cover If you wish to connect an external display, a serial or parallel device, a docking unit or a station box, you must first open the port cover: Press down the release tab (1). Fold down the port cover (2).
System expansion Connecting external devices 9 1 8 7 2 6 5 4 3 1 = Connector for external keyboard 2 = Connector for PS/2 mouse 3 = Connector for loudspeaker 4 = Audio connector 5 = Microphone connector 6 = Serial port connector 7 = Display connector 8 = Parallel port connector 9 = Connector for docking unit Connecting serial or parallel devices Connect the device's data cable to the appropriate port connector. The serial port is configured by default as COM1.
Connecting external devices System expansion Connecting a mouse The trackball and the trackball buttons are disabled when you connect a mouse. Connect the mouse to the appropriate port (PS/2 or serial). Switch on the notebook. In Video Setup, set Pointing Device to either PS/2 Type for a PS/2 mouse or Serial Type for a serial mouse. Install the necessary device driver (see the manual supplied with the mouse).
System expansion Connecting external devices Connecting a docking unit or station box The manuals supplied with the docking unit and the station box describe how to connect the notebook. ! Read the docking unit or station box manuals carefully before attempting to connect the notebook. Make sure that neither PCMCIA cards nor the eject button are projecting out of the side of the notebook. i If a VGA or SVGA display controller is installed in the station box, the notebook's display is switched off.
Changing keycaps System expansion Connecting external audio devices If you attach an external microphone, the internal microphone is disabled. If you attach an external loudspeaker, the internal loudspeaker is disabled. Connect the audio device (external microphone, external loudspeaker) to the connector of the notebook. Transferring data with the infrared interface The infrared interface enables a wireless data transfer. By default, the infrared interface is set to COM2 in the setup.
System expansion Changing keycaps Changing the keycaps If the keycaps on the keyboard do not match the country settings (selected when the operating system is installed), you can fit the appropriate keycaps. Information on which keycaps to change is provided with the replacement keycaps and shows how the keyboard layout should appear once you have switched the caps. Lift off a keycap you wish to replace (e.g., with a screwdriver). Be careful not to damage the neighboring keys.
Troubleshooting ! Pay attention to the safety instructions provided in the "Important notes" and "Installation" sections when connecting and disconnecting cables. If a fault occurs, try to correct it as described in the sections below. If you fail to correct the problem, proceed as follows: Switch off the notebook. Make a note of the steps and the circumstances that led to the fault. Also make a note of any error messages displayed. Contact your sales office or customer service.
Troubleshooting The power supply unit is not connected properly. Switch off the notebook. Check that the power supply unit is connected to the notebook properly. Check that the AC power cord is connected properly to the power supply unit and the grounded wall outlet. Switch on the notebook. The LED on the power supply unit should light up.
Troubleshooting The notebook's display is difficult to read If the display is difficult to read: Reflexes Turn the notebook or alter tilt of the display. The contrast is too low or too high With a monochrome or DSTN color display: Increase the contrast with Fn + ← or reduce it with Fn + → . The brightness is too low or too high Increase the brightness with Fn + ↑ or reduce it with Fn + ↓ .
Troubleshooting The external display's power cable or signal cable is not connected properly Switch off the external display and the notebook. Check that the external display's power cable is connected correctly to a grounded wall outlet. Check that the signal cable is connected correctly to the notebook and to the display itself (if it is not permanently mounted). Switch on the external display and the notebook.
Troubleshooting The notebook seems to have locked up (crashed) If the notebook seems to have locked up or crashed, it can have the following causes: The notebook is in Standby or Suspend mode Reactivate the notebook by pressing a key (Standby mode) or by switching it on (Suspend mode). The application has locked up Close the application or restart the notebook by power-cycling it or with a warm boot. The battery is dead. Recharge the battery or install a fully charged battery.
Troubleshooting The mouse does not respond If the mouse does not work, it can have the following causes: Incorrect settings in System Setup Check the Pointing Device setting in System Setup. If a PS/2 mouse is connected to the notebook, the field should be set to PS/2 Type. If a serial mouse is connected, it should be set to Serial Type. Check the correct Com Port setting in System Setup. The serial interface must be enabled. Check the correct Serial Interface setting in Security Setup.
Troubleshooting The battery drains quickly or becomes hot Deep-discharge and recharge the battery. If this does not correct the problem, the battery should be replaced. When disposing of the old battery, pay attention to the safety instructions in the section "Important notes". The PC's date or time is incorrect Change the time and/or date in System Setup. i If the date and time are repeatedly incorrect when you switch on the notebook, the backup battery that supplies the internal clock is dead.
Troubleshooting The battery symbol is flashing The battery is dead or no battery is installed It the BATTERY LED is flashing, the battery is empty. If the BATTERY LED is off, there is no battery in the notebook. Ensure that the battery has been installed correctly. Or Recharge the battery. The battery is defective The number next to the battery symbol indicates which battery has failed: 1 means the standard battery; 2 means the second battery. Deep-discharge and recharge the battery.
Troubleshooting On-screen error messages This section describes the error messages displayed by the system BIOS. Error messages displayed by the operating system or programs are described in the relevant manuals. Diskette read failure - press F1 to retry boot The system disk is defective. Insert a working system disk. Press the function key F1 . Incorrect diskette, insert the utility diskette. Press ENTER key after ready to backup. The password cannot be saved to the disk you have inserted.
Troubleshooting No boot sector on fixed disk - press F1 to retry boot The hard disk is not bootable or it has not been formatted. The operating system can be loaded from drive A: or from a PCMCIA card. Which, depends on whether Boot Device is set to Floppy Drive or PCMCIA in System Setup. If the notebook is connected to a docking unit, the operating system cannot be loaded from a PCMCIA card. If you wish to boot from drive A:, the Diskette Boot setting has to be changed to Internal or External.
Troubleshooting Resume not possible in the docking unit. Please, switch off, disconnect the notebook from the docking unit for resume OR press for continue and lose the suspended state. If the notebook is connected to a docking unit, it cannot restore the programs that were active when it switched to Suspend mode. If you press function key F1 , the suspended system status will be lost. Switch off the notebook and the docking unit. Remove the notebook from the docking unit. Switch on the notebook.
System specifications Notebook PCD-4ND CPU: Math coprocessor: Cache: Memory (RAM): System ROM (flash EPROM): Disk drives: SL enhanced processor i486 SX, i486 DX2 or i486 DX4 integrated in i486 DX2 and i486 DX4 8 Kbytes, integrated in i486 SX, i486 DX2 16 Kbytes, integrated i486 DX4 4 Mbytes, upgradable to 8 or 20 Mbytes 128 Kbytes for system and video BIOS Floppy disk drive for 3 1/2-inch floppy disks Hard disk Display: – Resolution: – Monochrome, 64 gray scales: – Color (DSTN), 256 colors: – Color (TFT),
System specifications Notebook, power supply unit Ports – PS/2 mouse port: – External keyboard connector: – Docking unit connector: – Parallel port: 6-pin mini DIN female connector 6-pin mini DIN female connector 200-pin female connector 25-pin female connector, bi-directional, EPP-capable – External display connector: 15-pin female connector – Serial ports: 9-pin male connector, 16550-compatible – Microphone connector: connector, mono – Audio connector: connector, stereo – Connector for external loudspe
Notebook, power supply unit System specifications Display: – Resolution: – Color (DSTN), 256 colors: – Color (TFT), 256 colors: Backlit liquid-crystal transmissive display 640x480 or 800x600 26 cm diagonal (10.2 inches) 24 cm diagonal (9.
System specifications Notebook, power supply, battery Dimensions (W x D x H) – with color display: 297 mm, 220 mm, 49 mm Weight without battery – with color display: 3.3 kg (32.37 N) Power supply unit Primary – Rated voltage: – Rated frequency: – Max. rated current: 90 V to 269 V 47 Hz to 63 Hz 0.5 A (at 180 V) / 1 A (at 90 V) Secondary – Rated voltage: – Max. rated current: 22.8 V 1.5 A Dimensions (W x D x H): 112 mm, 58 mm, 29 mm Weight without AC cord: 256 g (2.
I/O addresses, interrupts and DMA channels System specifications I/O addresses, interrupts and DMA channels Function I/O address DMA controller #1, 8237 Interrupt controller #1, 8259 Timer, 8254 Keyboard and mouse controller Real-time clock/NMI controller DMA register Fast A20 gate and CPU reset Interrupt controller #2, 8259 DMA controller #2, 8237 Clear FPU Reset FPU ACC2066 register FPU Hard disk controller Soundchip ESS688 000H – 01FH 020H – 030H 040H – 050H 060H – 06FH 070H – 07FH 080H – 09FH 092H
System specifications Pin assignment Pin assignment The pin assignments of external ports are described on the following pages. DC input connector No. 1 2 1 2 Description 0V +22.
System specifications Pin assignment Serial port 1 5 6 9 Pin Signal Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 DCD RxD TxD DTR GND DSR RTS CTS RING Data Carrier Detect Receive Data Transmit Data Data Terminal Ready Signal Ground Data Set Ready Request to Send Clear to Send Ring Indicator A26391-K64-Z100-2-7619 105
System specifications Pin assignment Port for external display 5 1 6 10 15 11 Pin Signal/Description Pin Signal/Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Red Green Blue reserved GND GND GND GND 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 NC GND reserved reserved HSYNC VSYNC reserved 106 A26391-K64-Z100-2-7619
System specifications Pin assignment Parallel port 13 25 Pin 1 2-9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18-25 1 14 Signal name Description STROBE Data Lines 0-7 ACKNOWLEDGE BUSY PE SELECT AUTO ERROR INIT SELECT IN GROUND Data message Data lines 0-7 Data acknowledgement Not ready to receive End of paper Device selection Automatic new line Device error Reset/initialize Printerselection Ground A26391-K64-Z100-2-7619 107
System specifications Keyboard layouts Keyboard layouts Danish ESC SETUP § ½ F1 F2 Low Power LCD Off ! 1 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 Speaker On/Off Load Password Suspend Standby F10 Grey Scale F11 Reverse Video F12 LCD/CRT Pad Num SysRq Lock PrtScrn % ) PgUp = ¤ # " & / Home ( ? ` ¦ 2@ 3 £ 4 $ 5 6 7 { 7 8[ 8 9] 9 0}/ + ´ Q W E R T Y U I O P ^ Å 4 Caps Lock A S D F G H J 5 End K 1 > < \ Z X C V B N M 6 Ins 0 L PgDn Æ 3 ; ’ : .
Keyboard layouts System specifications German ESC SETUP ˚ ^ F1 LCD Off ! 1 F2 Low Power F3 F4 " 22 F5 F6 § 33 F7 Load Password Suspend Standby $ 4 % 5 F8 Speaker On/Off F9 F10 Grey Scale F11 Reverse Video F12 Pad Num S-Abf Rollen Druck LCD/CRT & 6 / Pos1 ( ) Bild = ? ` 7 {7 8 [8 9 ]9 0 } / ß \ ´ * Q W E R T Z U I O P Ü 4 5 6 * @ +~ A S D F G H J Ende K L Bild Ö Ä ' 1 3 2 # > Y X C V B N M Einfg ; : Entf _ µ0 , .
System specifications Keyboard layouts Norwegian ESC SETUP F1 LCD Off F2 Low Power F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 Load Password Suspend Standby F8 Speaker On/Off F9 F10 Grey Scale F11 Reverse Video F12 LCD/CRT Pad Num Lock SysRq PrtScrn Scroll Lock % ) PgUp = ¤ # " ` & / Home ( ? \´ 2@ 3 £ 4 $ 5 6 7{ 7 8 [ 8 9] 9 0} / + Q W E R T Y U I O P ^ Å 4 5 6 ~ * End PgDn A S D F G H J K L * Ø Æ Caps Lock 1 3 2 , § ¦ Break Pause ! 1 > < Z Alt Alt Gr X C V B N M Ins 0 ; ’ : .
Keyboard layouts System specifications Swedish ESC SETUP ½ § F1 F2 Low Power LCD Off ! 1 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 Speaker On/Off Load Password Suspend Standby F10 Grey Scale F11 Reverse Video F12 Pad Num Lock LCD/CRT SysRq PrtScrn % ) PgUp = ¤ # " ` & / Home ( ? 2@ 3£ 4 $ 5 6 7 { 7 8 [ 8 9 ] 9 0} / +\ ´ Q W E R T Y U I O P ^ Å 4 Caps Lock A S D F G H J 5 End K 1 > <¦ Z X C V B N M Ins 0 L PgDn Ö 2 3 ; ’ : .
System specifications Keyboard layouts UK English ESC SETUP ¬ ` | F1 F2 Low Power LCD Off ! 1 F3 F4 ” 2 W F6 F7 F8 E % 5 R ^ 6 T F9 Speaker On/Off Load Password $ 4 £ 3 Q F5 Suspend Standby F10 Grey Scale A S D F G H J 5 End ¦ Z X C V F12 Pad Num Lock SysRq PrtScrn Scroll Lock B N M 2 0 [ * L PgDn : 3 ; < ’ Ins Break Pause LCD/CRT 6 K 1 \ Reverse Video _ &Home * ( PgUp ) + 7 7 8 8 9 9 0 / = } { Y U I O P 4 Caps Lock F11 ~ # @ , - Enter ]
Index ! 1 i 1 18 18 1 2 19 19 19 19 19 19, 88 19, 88 19 19 19 1 1 ↵ 1 A Acoustic warning 94 A26391-K64-Z100-2-7619 Adding memory PCD-4ND 71 PCD-5ND 74 Additional battery installing 43 removing 44 Adjust volume 34 Alt Gr 24 Application programs, installing 15 Assigning floppy disk drives 69 hard disk drives 69 Audio Device 55 Auto adapter 40 Available base memory 53 B Backspace key 23 Base Memory 53 Battery 38 capacity 6 charging 38 charging with auto adapter 40 charging with power supply unit 39
Index Brightness, setting 34 C Cache Memory 54 Calling the Setup program 50 Cancelling Standby mode 26 Capacity, optimum battery capacity 6 Caps Lock 23 CapsLK 22, 23 Carriage return 23 CE certificate 5 Certificate, CE 5 Changing display settings 33 keycaps 86 settings with System Setup 52 volume 34 Character codes 48 set, code table 48 Charging battery 38 with auto adapter 40 with power supply unit 39 Checking package contents 11 Cleaning 46 Closing the notebook 18 Code table 48 COM1 53, 63 COM2 53, 63 COM
Index Display automatic powerdown 32 brightness, setting 27 cleaning 46 connector, pin assignment 106 contrast, setting 27 controller, disabling 69 controller, selecting 69 difficult to read 89 external 82 gray scales, setting up 26 image, unstable 90 internal/external 26, 33 normal/reverse video 33 powerdown, setting up 32 remains blank 88, 89 setting brightness 34 setting contrast 34 setting gray scales 33 setting type 55 setting up 33, 55 settings, changing 33 switching off 25, 32 switching on 25, 32 Dis
Index External display connecting 82 port, pin assignment 106 External keyboard connecting 83 port, pin assignment 104 F Faults, correcting 87 First-time use 11 Floppy disk 19 System Utilities 50 type, setting 68 write failure 92 write protection 19 Floppy disk drive assigning 69 installing 44 removing 43 symbol 21 type 52 write protection 36, 62 Fn 24 Fn + ← 27, 34 Fn + ↑ 27, 34 Fn + → 27, 34 Fn + ↓ 27, 34 Fn + Esc 25, 50 Fn + F1 25, 32 Fn + F10 26, 33 Fn + F11 26, 33 Fn + F12 26, 33 Fn + F2 25, 29, 30 Fn
Index Installing additional memory PCD-4ND 71 additional memory PCD-5ND 74 additional battery 43 application programs 15 battery 42 device drivers 15 floppy disk drive 44 memory card 71 memory module 74 operating system 13 PCMCIA cards 78 Integrated numeric keypad 22, 24 enabling/disabling 26 Interface connectors 81 Internal display 26 display, selecting 26, 56 Floppy Drive 52 Hard Disk 53 loudspeaker 28 microphone 28 VGA 69 Interrupts 103 IR (infrared) interface 63 IR Port 53 IRQ 70 IRQ3 53 IRQ4 53 IRQ5 53
Index Locking input devices 27, 35 parallel port 37, 63 serial port 37, 63 Setup program 36 Long Life mode 29, 64 Loudspeaker internal 28 Low Power mode enabling/disabling 25, 29 Lower volume 34 Low Power 25 LPT1 53, 63 LPT2 53, 63 LPT Port 53 M Mains connection symbol 21 Malfunctions, correcting 87 Memory adding PCD-4ND 71 adding PCD-5ND 74 card, installing 71 card, removing 73, 76 module, installing 74 upgrade PCD-4ND 71 upgrade PCD-5ND 74 Microphone internal 28 Mobile operation 6 Mode 54 Module, installi
Index Password forgotten 50 specifying docking unit password 61 specifying setup password 59 setting system password 58 Pause 24 PC Card Write 62 PCMCIA card 77 installing 78 removing 79 write protection 37, 62 PCMCIA slot cover 78, 79 Performance 54 Physical write protection 19 Pin assignments 104 DC input connector 104 display connector 106 external keyboard port 104 parallel interface 107 parallel port 107 port for external display 106 PS/2 mouse port 104 serial port 105 VGA connector 106 Pointing Device
Index R Rebuilding the hard disk 47 Reducing brightness 34 display brightness 27 display contrast 27, 34 power consumption 29 volume 34 Registration, software 14 Removing additional battery 44 battery 41 floppy disk drive 43 memory card 73, 76 PCMCIA cards 79 write protection 19 Replacing the keycaps 86 Resetting the notebook 27 Restricting access to the docking unit 36 Return key 23 Reverse Video 26, 56 RFI suppression 5 Running the Setup program 25 S Safety 3 Saving the setup 51 ScrLK 22 Scroll Lock 27 SC
Index Setting boot device 62 brightness 27 date 52 display brightness 27, 34 display contrast 27, 34 display type 55 floppy disk drive write protection 62 floppy disk type 68 gray scales 33 normal/reverse video 26, 33 PCMCIA card write protection 62 system password 58 time 52 Setting up display 33, 55 display powerdown 32 docking unit 68 gray scales 26 hard disk powerdown 32 input device locking 59 internal/external displays 33 notebook 17 power management features 64 parallel port 53, 63 pointing device 54
Index Switching on display 25 notebook 18 Symbols battery 21 CapsLK 22 explanation of 2 external power supply 21 floppy disk drive 21 hard disk access 21 NumLK 22 PadLK 22 ScrLK 22 Standby 22 Turbo 22 System Auto Standby 66 Auto Suspend 66 configuring 49 expansion 71 lock 35, 58 Password 58 Setup 52 setting system password 58 start-up, controlling 58 System Lock 35 Utilities, diskette 50, 58 System Speaker 67 enabling/disabling 67 setting up 32 System specifications 99, 100 T Tab key 23, 27 TFT 55 Time 52 T
