Meridian 800 The ROADSIDE PORTABLE GUIDE TO MOBILE COMPUTING WITH YOUR MERIDIAN 800 NOTEBOOK User’s Guide
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Meridian 800 One Year Limited Warranty All new Merdian 850 computer systems come with a One Year Limited Warranty which provides that the products we manufacture or assemble, other than items such as software, disks and related documentation, will remain in good working condition, free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service, for a period of one year from the date of shipment. This warranty is limited to the original purchaser and is not transferable.
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Contents Contents Welcome! .................................................................................... 10 1. Unpacking Your System ........................................................ Do I Have Everything? ............................................................ What's in the Box? .................................................................. Let Your Computer Acclimate Itself ......................................... Keep the Box .......................................................
Contents Battery Endurance .................................................................. 36 Low Battery Conditions ...................................................................... 37 Charging the Battery ............................................................... 39 Pre-charging a Dead Battery ............................................................... Battery Temperature Sensor ............................................................... Faulty Battery Indicator ....................
Contents PCMCIA Boot ..................................................................................... 56 System Configuration Parameters .......................................... 57 Cache ................................................................................................. Serial Port 1........................................................................................ Parallel Port ........................................................................................
Welcome! Welcome! Welcome to the User’s Guide! This guide is designed to help you get the most out of your system and keep it running trouble free, year after year. The User’s Guide is divided into seven chapters. Chapter 1, Unpacking Your System, explains how to safely open and set up your new system. Chapter 2, The Big Picture, gives an overview of a typical system including information about buttons, connectors and LED indicators.
Welcome! System Specifications lists technical details about your system. The Handy Cheat Sheet gives a short summary of some of the most needed or most forgotten commands. The Glossary gives definitions of common computer terms.
Chapter 1 - Unpacking Your System 1. Unpacking Your System Obviously, the first step towards using your new Meridian is getting it safely to your door and unpacked. Do I Have Everything? The packing slip is one of the last items sealed into your computer box. It lists everything we shipped you. As you unpack the box, check the contents against the packing slip.
Chapter 1 - Unpacking Your System What's in the Box? Your box contains the packing slip, this manual, a plastic bag full of cables and other manuals, a battery pack and AC adapter, and your Windows & DOS manual. This book shows you how to set up your system and keep it running. Your Windows for Workgroups & MS-DOS User's Guide has introductory chapters to help you install and configure DOS and Windows.
Chapter 1 - Unpacking Your System Let Your Computer Acclimate Itself Although your computer system can easily stand temperature extremes, it doesn’t much like rapid changes in temperature, especially going from a cold front stoop to a warm and comfy office, or from a steamy jungle mail drop to an air-conditioned villa. Rapid changes in temperature can cause condensation inside your case.
Chapter 1 - Unpacking Your System Where to Work Your Meridian 800 is a tough, rugged machine. Generally speaking it will be comfortable and run well wherever you are comfortable. Extremes of heat, cold, and humidity can be challenging to your system's parts, but usually if you can take it, so can the computer. There are, however, some things you take very easily that the computer does not like at all. Static electricity is one. Dust, water, steam, and oil are others.
Chapter 2 - The Big Picture 2. The Big Picture Your Meridian 800 is designed to give you the speed and power of a desktop system in a lightweight, portable package.
Chapter 2 - The Big Picture Front View Mouse Buttons The two square buttons on top of the wrist rest work just like the buttons of a conventional PC mouse. Your right thumb clicks the buttons while a finger moves the cursor with the TruePoint pointing device. TruePoint™ Pointing Device The TruePoint pointing device works much like a joystick. The onscreen cursor moves whichever way you tilt TruePoint’s red button. The harder you push, the faster the cursor moves.
Chapter 2 - The Big Picture Display Latches LED indicator lights TruePoint™ Pointing Device Power Switch Reset Switch Mouse Buttons Suspend/Resume Button Meridian 800, Front View 18
Chapter 2 - The Big Picture Side Views Power Button To turn the system on or off, press and hold the power button for 1-2 seconds. When you turn the power on, the speaker beeps once. The Power Button will not work when the system is in suspend mode or when the computer is being powered by battery only and the display panel is closed. See Chapter 3, Battery and Power Management. Reset Switch The reset switch to the right of the floppy drive reboots the system.
Chapter 2 - The Big Picture Suspend/Resume Button Floppy Disk Drive Slot Floppy Disk Power Button Drive Eject Button Reset Switch Right side view PC Card Eject Buttons PCMCIA Card Compartment Cover Removable Hard Disk Drive Left side view 20
Chapter 2 - The Big Picture Back View Each connector at the back of the system unit is displayed below. You can configure the parallel or serial ports from the SETUP menu. See Chapter 5, Using SETUP, for detailed instructions. Caution: Whenever you connect or disconnect cables, turn off all power switches.
Chapter 2 - The Big Picture Connector Description Parallel port 25-pin parallel port for printers or other devices. Configure the parallel port from the SETUP program , Ctrl + Alt + S at the DOS prompt Serial port 9-pin connector for a mouse, modem, or other serial devices. Configure the serial port from the SETUP program, Ctrl + Alt + S at the DOS prompt Video 15-pin connector for external VGA monitor.
Chapter 2 - The Big Picture Indicator Lights: Where they are Located just below your screen, the indicator lights show the status of the power, battery pack, hard disk drive, Caps Lock, Num Lock and Scroll Lock.
Chapter 2 - The Big Picture Indicator Lights: What they mean Indicator Color Description Power/Suspend Glowing The power is turned on. Blinking The system is in suspend mode. Slow blinking The battery power level is low. If enabled in SETUP, the system beeps slowly warning you to recharge or replace the battery, or plug in the AC adapter. Fast blinking: Battery power is nearly gone. If enabled in SETUP, the system beeps quickly warning you to connect the AC adapter. Orange Battery is charging.
Chapter 2 - The Big Picture Using the Keyboard Function keys Escape Backspace Tab Alt Fn key Ctrl Enter Shift The keyboard is your primary means of telling the computer what to do and giving it the numbers and words to do it. The keyboard works much like the keys on a typewriter, but computer keyboards have several specialty keys. Over time, most software packages have settled on some standard uses for the specialty keys. For example, in most software packages, pressing the F1 key gets help.
Chapter 2 - The Big Picture What the Keys Do General Functions Alternate (Alt) - used with other keys to perform special functions defined by the application you are using. While holding down the Alt key, press the other key. Caps Lock - toggles on and off making the typewriter letter keys appear in uppercase. Control (Ctrl) - used with other keys to perform special functions defined by the application you are using. While holding down the Ctrl key, press the other key.
Chapter 2 - The Big Picture What the Keys Do (continued) Editing and Movement Keys Backspace (Bksp) - located above the Enter key. It may be labeled as Bksp or as an arrow pointing to the left. The Backspace key moves the insertion point to the left one space, erasing the characters in its path. Down Arrow - moves the insertion point down one line. End - moves the insertion point to the end of the line or screen. Home - moves the insertion point to the top left side of the current page or screen.
Chapter 2 - The Big Picture Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad A numeric keypad for entering numbers is embedded within the main keyboard. To use the numeric characters, press the Num Lock button. Keys with a number in the lower right corner will type numbers whenever Num Lock is enabled. To return the keys to normal letters, press Num Lock again. If you install an external keyboard or keypad, the keypad function is disabled.
Chapter 2 - The Big Picture Special Key Combinations The following key combinations let you perform special functions without exiting your application Note: Some applications may conflict with certain special key combinations. If you press key combination without results, exit the application and try again.
Chapter 2 - The Big Picture Disk Drives Your system comes with a 175MB, 262MB or 350MB low power consumption removable hard disk drive and a 3.5-inch floppy disk drive.
Chapter 2 - The Big Picture continued Removable Hard Disk Drive Removable Hard Disk Drive Location 2. Remove the retaining screw with a Phillips screwdriver. This frees the drive. Removing the retaining screw 3. Turn the computer over, then place your fingers in the groove on the disk drive and pull the drive out of the socket.
Chapter 2 - The Big Picture PCMCIA Card Slot Your system comes with a versatile PCMCIA expansion slot which can hold one Type-III or two Type-II expansion cards (stacked). The slot is on the left side of the computer. To insert a PC card, align the card so the label is up and the connector is toward the computer. Carefully slide the card into the slot. To remove a card, push the PC Card Eject Button. Your system comes with card and socket services that allow most PC cards be recognized.
Chapter 3 - Battery and Power Management 3. Battery and Power Management Installing the Battery for the First Time Your system operates on a rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) battery pack. To prevent possible damage during shipment the battery pack has not been installed in your system. Before turning on the system for the first time, remove the battery pack from its package and install it. Once the battery is installed, allow it to fully charge before using your system without the AC adapter.
Chapter 3 - Battery and Power Management Installing the Battery Pack To install the battery pack: 1. Insert the battery pack into the battery compartment. 2. Push the battery into the compartment until you hear a click.
Chapter 3 - Battery and Power Management Removing the Battery Pack 1. Locate the battery pack and battery pack release locks. 2. Slide the battery pack release locks. Releasing the battery pack locks. The battery pack will pop up slightly. 3. Pull the battery pack out of the compartment.
Chapter 3 - Battery and Power Management Turning On Your System After installing the battery pack, allow it to charge fully before using your system for the first time. Once the battery is fully charged, go ahead and open your system and push the power button. Hold the button down for one second to turn on the system. Note: Be sure to wait at least one to two seconds between each time you press the power button. Otherwise, the button may not respond.
Chapter 3 - Battery and Power Management Low Battery Conditions Two warnings alert you when your system’s battery is low and needs charging. The first warning is the orange battery indicator light blinking slowly. The system speaker will also beep. The first warning occurs about eight minutes before the second one. At the first warning, you should quit working and save your data, or connect the AC adapter to the system immediately. Otherwise, your data may be lost.
Chapter 3 - Battery and Power Management Low Battery Conditions (continued) If an extra fully charged battery is available: 1. Save all necessary files. 2. Exit the application. 3. Turn off the system. 4. Remove the battery pack and replace it with a fully charged battery pack. If no AC adapter, power outlet or extra charged battery is available: 1. Save all necessary files. 2. Exit the application. 3. Turn off the system.
Chapter 3 - Battery and Power Management Charging the Battery To charge the battery, plug the AC adapter into the system and an electrical outlet. The AC adapter converts alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC). When the power switch is turned on, the AC adapter supplies power to the system and recharges the battery pack only when the system in suspend mode. Otherwise, to recharge you must turn off the computer.
Chapter 3 - Battery and Power Management Faulty Battery Indicator The orange CHARGE LED may flash when a faulty battery pack is installed. If the CHARGE LED flashes orange rapidly, remove the faulty battery pack immediately. Warning! Powering the system with the AC adapter and a faulty battery pack installed can damage the AC adapter. Don’t Unplug the AC Adapter with the Power On Never unplug the AC adapter when the system is turned on. This may cause your computer to behave unpredictably.
Chapter 3 - Battery and Power Management Setting Power Management Your system can operate in one of three power modes: normal, power saving, or suspend. Normal Mode The system runs at the speed specified in SETUP (Full, Slow). Power Saving Mode Power saving mode reduces power to the hard drive after several minutes of inactivity. You can set the amount of time the system should wait before powering down the hard drive.
Chapter 3 - Battery and Power Management Battery Precautions 1. Do not expose the battery to fire, which can cause explosion, or allow it to become dented or deformed. 2. Do not run your system on battery power for a long time at temperatures over 95 degrees F (35C). Also, do not store the battery at high temperatures. This can significantly reduce battery life. 3. Temperature extremes can greatly affect the life of the battery.
Chapter 3 - Battery and Power Management AC Adapter Precautions 1. It is extremely dangerous to use the AC adapter when it is wet. If it should become wet or damaged, immediately unplug the adapter from the power outlet and the computer. 2. Do not subject the adapter to strong vibration or shocks. Be careful not to drop it. 3. Do not expose the adapter to direct sunlight for prolonged periods. 4. Do not use or store the adapter near chemicals or around corrosive gases. 5.
Chapter 4 - How to Use Your Meridian 800 4. How to Use Your Meridian 800 Opening the Lid To open the display, pull the latches at the both sides of the system backward and lift the display carefully, as illustrated. Examining the Interior Features The suspend/resume button, LED indicator lights, embedded pointing device and mouse buttons are illustrated in the following picture.
Chapter 4 - How to Use Your Meridian 800 TruePoint™ Pointing Device The red button, called the TruePoint™ embedded pointing device, works like a joystick. Simply put a finger on it and tilt it the direction you want the cursor on the screen to go. The harder you tilt, the faster it moves. When you need to click on something, use the rectangular mouse buttons (on top of the wrist rest) exactly as you would use the two buttons on a mouse. Note: If the cursor moves too quickly for you, change its sensitivity.
Chapter 4 - How to Use Your Meridian 800 PS/2 Style Mouse Before you can use an external mouse, you must first install its device driver. This software enables your mouse to communicate with the system. See your mouse documentation for instructions how to install the mouse and mouse driver. Your system automatically switches to a PS/2 mouse if one is connected to the PS/2 Mouse port. You cannot use both the embedded pointing device and the external mouse at the same time.
Chapter 4 - How to Use Your Meridian 800 External Video Monitor Your Meridian 800 comes with DOS and Windows utility programs for switching from the LCD display to an external monitor. By default, the computer will reroute its video signal to an external monitor if it is attached on power up. However, if you hook up an external monitor during use, the LCD screen still works. If you use the Meridian with the LCD panel closed, you must run the system with the AC adapter plugged in.
Chapter 4 - How to Use Your Meridian 800 Floppy Disks Floppy disks are used to: • transfer information from one computer to another • install software on your system’s hard drive • make backup copies of your software and data When you insert a floppy disk into the system’s floppy disk drive, you can read the information stored on the disk and write information to the disk. Your Meridian 800 comes with a 3.5-inch 1.44MB internal floppy drive. You can use either high-density (1.
Chapter 4 - How to Use Your Meridian 800 Floppy Disks • Handle disks carefully. • Don’t remove a disk from a drive while the drive is in use. • Don’t touch or scratch any exposed portion of the disk’s shiny surface, or allow dust or moisture to collect on the disk. • Store disks at a temperature range between 10 degrees C (50 degrees F) and 49 degrees C (120 degrees F). • Keep disks away from magnetic fields. • Format a new disk before you use it for storing data.
Chapter 4 - How to Use Your Meridian 800 Dual PCMCIA Card Slot Caution: Don’t install another vendor’s card and socket services over the preinstalled Phoenix services. Your Card & Socket Services will accomodate SRAM cards, a modem on COM2, and ATA Type III hard drives. Your system comes with a versatile expansion slot, located on the left side of your computer. It can accommodate up to two PCMCIA Type I or Type-II cards, stacked one atop the other, or else a single Type III card.
Chapter 4 - How to Use Your Meridian 800 Type II PCMCIA cards can provide your computer with: • Flash Memory • LAN • Fax/Modem • SRAM Memory • SCSI • Sound system Type III PCMCIA cards can provide your computer with: • ATA Hard Drives Note: Before you can use certain PCMCIA cards, you will need to install a client driver first. See your card’s user manual for more details.
Chapter 5 - Using SETUP 5.
Chapter 5 - Using SETUP Running SETUP Before entering SETUP, save all your files and exit your application. Once you enter SETUP, you will lose all unsaved data because the system reboots when you exit SETUP. To run SETUP press Ctrl + Alt + S at the DOS prompt. Do not run SETUP while the system is booting up. There are three SETUP screens. The first screen, “Standard System Parameters” is the first screen that appears. You should see a screen similar to the one below.
Chapter 5 - Using SETUP Navigating in SETUP You navigate through the SETUP program using arrow keys, function keys, and a few other special keys. Use the keys listed below on the SETUP screen.
Chapter 5 - Using SETUP Standard System Parameters Standard System Parameters contains the following options: Time The current time, in hours, minutes, and seconds. The system uses a 24-hour clock format; for example, 5:50 pm displays as 17:50:00. Date The current date in month/day/year format. Diskette Drive A Set to a 1.44MB 3.5-inch floppy disk drive. Hard Disk 1 Set to the fixed (hard) disk drive type installed in your system. When set to Auto, the system automatically configures (Default: Auto 1).
Chapter 5 - Using SETUP Video Card Always set to “VGA/EGA.” Maximum CPU Speed Use the Maximum CPU Speed feature to select either “Full Speed” or “Slow Speed.” Slow Speed reduces the speed of the CPU, making it compatible with software which cannot be used at the faster speed. It also reduces power consumption, which will increase battery life. Normally this setting should be left at “Full Speed.
Chapter 5 - Using SETUP System Configuration Parameters To display the System Configuration menu, press Page Up or Page Down on your keyboard. Cache Use of 8KB or 16KB of cache memory increases your computer’s processing speed. However, some applications and diagnostic utilities do not run properly with the cache enabled. (Default: Enabled).
Chapter 5 - Using SETUP Serial Port 1 This setting controls which of the COM ports are to be used for the RS-232C connector. By default, the computer uses the following values. Name: COM1. I/O address: 03F8h. IRQ: 4. Parallel Port This setting assigns the I/O address and IRQ for LPT1 and LPT2 as required for the parallel port. By default, the computer uses the following settings. Name: LPT1. I/O address: 0378h. IRQ: 7. Use these values when your printer requires the parallel port.
Chapter 5 - Using SETUP Power Management Parameters The Power Management Feature Control menu customizes the system’s battery conservation strategy, offering more efficient operation. To view the Power Management Parameters page from the DOS prompt, press Ctrl + Alt + P. Note: Windows NT version 3.1 does not support power management. If you are running Windows NT version 3.1 with this system, disable all power management. Running Windows NT with power management enabled can lead to unpredictable results.
Chapter 5 - Using SETUP System Idle After System Idle is the first level of power management. When System Idle is enabled, the system slows down only the CPU after the allotted time has passed. Slowing down only the CPU saves battery power, but allows for quick “wakeups” when you press a key or move the mouse cursor. You can set this option anywhere between 1 and 16 seconds. Note: If you set this option at less than 8 seconds, applications that take a long time to load (like Windows) may not run properly.
Chapter 5 - Using SETUP Ring on Resume Use the Ring on Resume feature to determine whether the system automatically wakes up from Suspend mode upon receiving an incoming modem ring from a serial modem or a PCMCIA modem. Low Battery Suspend Use this feature to automatically enter the suspend mode when the battery charge is critically low. If you disable this feature, normal battery low alarms will occur, but the system will not enter suspend mode unless you push the suspend/resume button.
Chapter 5 - Using SETUP System Security You can set both a system password and a key lock password to prevent unauthorized use of your system. System Password To set the system password, run the SETUP program and select Password: on the menu screen. To set the system password for the first time, follow these steps: 1. Select the password option. Press +, - or the Spacebar to enable this option.
Chapter 5 - Using SETUP continued Warning! If you forget the password, your system will not operate. You will have to contact Customer Service to clear the password from memory. Be sure to write down your password and store it in a secure location. 2. Type the password you want use and press Enter. It can be up to seven characters long.
Chapter 5 - Using SETUP 3. Type your password and press Enter again. The following alert message appears: 4. Press any key to return to main menu. 5. Press ESC, then F4 to save the password. For security, the password characters don't appear on the screen as you type them.
Chapter 5 - Using SETUP Removing and Changing a System Password To remove the system password: 1. Start your system, wait for the “Enter password:” prompt. 2. Type your current password at the password prompt followed immediately by a slash (/). Example: OLDPASSWORD/ 3. Press Enter. Computer will respond, “Password has been removed.” Normal bootup will then continue. To change the system password, first remove it, then enter a new password via the Setup screen (previous section).
Chapter 6 - How to Install Options 6. How to Install Options Right out of the box, your Meridian helps you do your work faster and easier. And as your needs change, it's easy to add new components to improve the performance, power, and flexibility of your system. This section explains how to install some of the most popular computer accessories. Usually, upgrading your system is as easy as opening the case and sliding in a new feature.
Chapter 6 - How to Install Options Installing More RAM System memory is often called RAM, for Random Access Memory. RAM is the “thinking space” available to your applications. Usually, the more system RAM you have, the faster your system will run. Many software applications simply run much faster and more efficiently when more RAM is available. Your system comes with 4MB of RAM installed, upgradable to 8MB or 20MB. Additional memory is installed with a 4MB or 16MB RAM module. Before You Begin...
Chapter 6 - How to Install Options Installing the RAM Board The RAM board slot is located under the memory board cover, as illustrated in the figure. 1. Turn off the power and remove all connecting cables. 2. As you face the computer, turn the system over so the bottom of the system is facing up. 3. Use a screw driver to free the cover. Take the cover off and set it aside. 4. Hold the RAM board gently by its edges. 5. Insert the RAM board into the slots as shown in the figure. Press down gently.
Chapter 7 - How to Maintain Your System 7. How to Maintain Your System Your system is designed for years of rugged, portable use. 1. You’ll get even more service out of your Meridian by taking good care of your equipment. Travel Precautions Follow these steps to prepare the system for travel: 1. Back up important data onto floppy disks. 2. Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals. 3. Make sure that the display is properly closed. The latches on the side of the system must be secured. 4.
Chapter 7 - How to Maintain Your System System Hardware • Do not expose the system to rain, liquid, or moisture. • Do not clean the system with liquid or aerosol cleaners. Wipe the system with a damp, soft cloth. • Do not place the system near sources of heat. • Do not expose the system to extreme temperatures. • Do not place objects on top of the system. This can damage the screen. • Do not expose the system to direct sunlight. • Do not subject the system to strong vibration or shocks.
Chapter 7 - How to Maintain Your System AC Adapter • Do not connect to any other device. • Connect the adapter power cord into a grounded power outlet only. • Contact an electrician if the adapter power cord does not fit into your outlet. • Do not set anything on the power cord. Carefully route the power cord and cables. Battery Power Pack • Turn the power off before removing or replacing the battery pack. • Do not tamper with the battery pack. Never attempt to open the case.
System Specifications System Specifications CPU Intel i486SX/33MHz, i486DX2/50MHz or i486DX4/100MHz. All SL enhanced. Cache 8KB (internal) 16KB (internal) for i486DX4/100 Memory ROM RAM 20MB Video 128KB for system/video 4MB standard expandable to 8MB or 1MB Hard drive 2.5 inch low power consumption IDE hard drive with 175MB, 262MB, 350MB, 528MB Display dimensions DSTN color - 10.3 inch diagonal TFT active matrix color - 9.
System Specifications Dimensions Weight DSTN/TFT Color: 6.3 lbs with battery Case DSTN/TFT: 11.7 (w) X 8.9 (d) X 1.9 (h) inch 259 (w) X 198 (d) X 42 (h) mm Battery Pack Specifications Type 6-cell rechargeable nickel-metal hydride Voltage 7.2V DC Capacity 2600 mAh Ambient temperature -10 to 40 C short term -10 to 30 C long term Dimensions 10.87 (w) x 1.61 (d) x 0.81 (h) inch 276 (w) x 40.8 (d) x 20.5 (h) mm Weight 1.03 lbs (470g) AC Adapter Specifications Input 90 to 240V AC, 50/60Hz, 0.
Handy Cheat Sheet Handy Cheat Sheet Here are some of the most often needed (and forgotten) Notes. CTRL + ALT + DEL .................................................... Warm Reboot Reset button, or Power button ................................................................... Cold Reboot F2 during power up ..................................................... Access SETUP CTRL + BREAK, or CTRL + C .........................
Handy Cheat Sheet Handy Cheat Sheet Windows Shortcuts Ctrl-C ....................................................................... copy to clipboard Ctrl-V ................................................paste or copy from the clipboard Ctrl-X ...................................................... delete and copy to clipboard Alt-Tab ............................................ toggle between open applications Alt-Esc ..................................................
Glossary Glossary This glossary provides general definitions of key terms. For an expanded list look in standard reference books on computers. DIP Switches - Small switches on a piece of hardware such as a CPU, a printer, or an option card. DIP switch settings control various functions and provide a system with information about itself. DIP stands for Dual In-Line Package. Directory - A list of the files stored on a disk or a part of a disk. Sometimes called a Folder.
Glossary Glossary IDE - Integrated Drive Electronics. An IDE drive has the controller electronics built into the drive itself and is connected directly to the mainboard or to an adapter card. Insertion point - A blinking vertical marker which shows where you can type words or numbers. Also called Text Cursor. See Cursor. Jumper - A small electrical connector that alters some of the computer’s functions. Short (makes a connection) or Non-Short (no connection).
Index Index A L AC Adapter Precautions 43 Low Battery Warnings 37 B M Battery 33 Mouse Endurance 36 how to charge 39 how to install 34 how to remove 35 precautions 42 Buttons 17 how to use 46 N Numeric Keypad 28 C O Charging the Battery 39 Condensation 14 Connectors 22 Options D P DOS Packing Slip 12 Password 62 PCMCIA Card how to install 66 Commands 74 File Extensions 74 Eject Buttons 19 Slot 32, 50 E Power Embedded Numeric Keypad 28 Button 19 Management Parameters 59 Saving 41 I
Index Index S Serial Mouse 46 Serial Port 58 SETUP 54 how to navigate 54 how to run 53 Power Management Parameters 59 Standard System Parameters 55 System Configuration Parameters 57 SETUP Utility 52 Speaker Volume 29 Suspend Mode 41 Suspend/Resume Button 17 System how to maintain 69 how to open 44 System Configuration 57 System Parameters 55 System Specifications 72 T Travel Precautions 69 TruePoint™ Pointing Device 45 U Unpacking 12 W Where to set up 15 700-0194-01 Merid800 79
Late Changes The following lists changes that arrived too late for printing. p.2: Copyright is now Micron Electronics. p.16: Hard drives now available store up to 528 megabytes of data. p.72: Hard drives now available store up to 528 megabytes of data. 700-0194-01 M800CHG.
