Notebook PC User’s Manual Product Name: Manual Version: Release Date: Notebook PC Hardware 2 Jan 2003
Safety Statements Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules.
Safety Statements Nordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery) CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. (English) VORSICHT! Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ.
Safety Statements Safety Statements WARNING! The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on or near the surface. Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning.
Safety Statements Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to the connectors. The hard disk drive’s head retracts when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of the hard disk surface during transport. Therefore, you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is still ON.
Safety Statements CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish 6
Safety Statements UL Safety Notices Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connected to a telecommunication network that has an operating voltage to ground that does not exceed 200V peak, 300V peak-to-peak, and 105V rms, and installed or used in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70).
Table of Contents 1. Introducing the Notebook PC ................................................................ 11 About This User’s Manual ............................................................................ 12 Notes For This Manual ............................................................................. 12 2. Knowing the Parts .................................................................................. 13 Top Side .......................................................................
Table of Contents Instant Launch Keys ..................................................................................... Microsoft Windows™ Keys ...................................................................... Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad .............................................................. Keyboard as Cursors ............................................................................... 31 32 32 33 4. Using the Notebook PC ..............................................................
Table of Contents Battery Power System .................................................................................. 51 Charging the Battery Pack ....................................................................... 51 Using Battery Power ................................................................................ 51 Power Management Modes ......................................................................... Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance ............................................
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1 Introducing the Notebook PC About This User’s Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information on the various components in the Notebook PC and how to use them. The following are major sections of this User’s Manuals: 1. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this User’s Manual. 2. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook PC’s components. 3.
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2 Knowing the Parts Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the top side of the Notebook PC. Microphone Display Panel Power Switch / Instant Keys Keyboard Touchpad Touchpad Buttons Scroll Button Status Indicators (see front side) Opening the Display Panel One spring-loaded latch on the front of the Notebook PC locks the display panel in the closed position when the Notebook PC is not in use.
Knowing the Parts 2 Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that of desktop monitors. Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel does not produce any radiation or flickering, so it is easier on the eyes. Display Panel Care The LCD screen is very delicate and requires careful handling.
2 Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the bottom side of the Notebook PC. Mini PCI Wireless Lan Module CPU & Fan Name Card Holder DDR Memory Compartment Shutdown Button Battery Compartment Hard Drive Compartment Battery Air Vent WARNING! The bottom of the Notebook PC can get very hot. Be careful when handling the Notebook PC while it is in operation or recently been in operation. High temperatures are normal during charging or operation.
Knowing the Parts 2 The following describes the components on the bottom side of the Notebook PC as shown by the illustration on the previous page. Battery Compartment The battery compartment’s surface is actually combined with the battery pack in order to reduce thickness. When the battery is released, the compartment cover and battery pack will be seen as a single unit. The battery pack cannot be further disassembled and must be replaced as a single unit.
2 Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the left side of the Notebook PC. PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket DC Power Fast Input Jack IrDA Port DC IN ---- 3 USB Ports ---- (2) 1394 Ports Air Vent Hard Drive Compartment (see bottom side) DC Power Input Jack The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack.
Knowing the Parts 2 Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the right side of the Notebook PC. Optical Drive USB Port The following describes the components on the right side of the Notebook PC as shown by the illustration above. Optical Drive This Notebook PC comes in many models with three optical drives to choose from. Available configurations are CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM drive.
2 Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the rear side of the Notebook PC. External Monitor Port Air Vent for 2nd Fan Parallel Port Air Vent & Fan Kensington® Lock Port TV-Out Modem Port (RJ-11) LAN Port (RJ-45) PS/2 Port The following describes the components on the rear side of the Notebook PC as shown by the illustration above. LAN Port The RJ-45 LAN port supports an RJ-45 Ethernet cable.
Knowing the Parts 2 External Monitor Port The 15-pin D-sub monitor port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display. Air Vent for Second Fan The air vents allow cool air produced by the second fan to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC. Do not block the air vents or else overheating may occur! Parallel Port (and external floppy port) The 25-pin D-sub parallel/printer port supports parallel devices such as a printer.
2 Knowing the Parts Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. Display Panel Latch Status Indicators Head-Out Mic-In Audio In Left Audio Speaker Multimedia DJ Controls Buttons Right Audio Speaker Display Panel Latch One display panel latch is used to lock the display panel in the closed position. To open the display panel, slide the latch to the right with your thumb and lift up the display panel at the same time.
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3 Getting Started Installing and Removing the Battery Pack Your Notebook PC may or may not have its battery pack installed. If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed, there will be a large opening at the bottom of the Notebook PC. Use the following procedures to install or remove the battery pack. To install the battery pack: 1. Unlock the battery and drive lock 2 . 2. Insert the battery pack with the connector first (arrow 1). 3.
Getting Started 3 Charging the Battery Pack Before you use your Notebook PC on the road, you will have to charge the battery pack. The battery pack begins to charge as soon as the Notebook PC is connected to external power. Fully charge the battery pack before using it for the first time. A new battery pack must completely charge before the Notebook PC is disconnected from external power. When the battery power is low, the battery power LED will blink.
3 Getting Started Power Connection Your Notebook PC comes with a universal AC-DC adapter. That means that you may connect the power cord to any 110V-120V as well as 220V-240V outlets without setting switches or using power converters. Different countries may require that an adapter be used to connect the provided US-standard AC power cord to a different standard. Most hotels will provide universal outlets to support different power cords as well as voltages.
Getting Started 3 Powering ON The Notebook PC The Notebook PC’s power-ON message appears on the screen followed by a short beep when you turn it ON. If necessary, you may adjust the brightness by using the hot keys. If you need to run the BIOS Setup to set or modify the system configuration, press [F2] upon bootup to enter the BIOS Setup. If you press [Tab] during the splash screen, standard boot information such as the BIOS version can be seen.
3 Getting Started Power Management - Stand By & Hibernate Power management settings can be found in the Windows control panel. The following shows the power options properties in Windows ME. You can define Stand By or Power Off for closing the display panel, pressing the power button, or activating sleep mode. Basically Stand by and Hibernate saves power when your Notebook PC is not in use by turning OFF certain components.
Getting Started 3 Using the Keyboard Colored Hot Keys The following defines the colored hot keys on the Notebook PC’s keyboard. The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with a colored command. NOTE: The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same. Follow the icons instead of the function keys (F1, F5, F6, etc.
3 Getting Started Instant Launch Keys and Status Indicators Above the Keyboard Status Indicators Power Button Power ON your Notebook PC by holding the power button for 1 second while holding it for 2 seconds to power OFF. Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device(s) such as the hard disk or optical storage drive. The light flashes proportional to the access time. 1 Number Lock Indicates that number lock [Num Lk] is activated when lighted.
Getting Started 3 Front Edge of Notebook PC Instant Launch Keys Email Launch Key Pressing this button will launch your Email application. If your Notebook PC is OFF while pressing this button, this function will first turn ON your Notebook PC. Internet Launch Key Pressing this button will launch your Internet browser application. If your Notebook PC is OFF while pressing this button, this function will first turn ON your Notebook PC.
3 Getting Started Microsoft Windows™ Keys There are two special Windows™ keys on the keyboard as described below. The key with the Windows™ Logo activates the Start menu located at the bottom left of the Windows™ desktop. The other key, that looks like a Windows™ menu with a small cursor, activates the properties menu and is equivalent to pressing the right mouse button on a Windows™ object.
Getting Started 3 Keyboard as Cursors The keyboard can be used as cursors while Number Lock is ON or OFF in order to increase navigation ease while entering numeric data in spreadsheets or similar applications. With Number Lock OFF, press and one of the cursor keys shown below. For example [Fn][8] for up, [Fn][K] for down, [Fn][U] for left, and [Fn][O] for right. With Number Lock ON, use [Shift] and one of the cursor keys shown below.
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4 Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device Cursor The Notebook PC’s integrated touchpad pointing device is fully compatible with all two/three-button and scrolling knob PS/2 mice. The touchpad is pressure sensitive and contains no moving parts; therefore, mechanical failures can be avoided. A device driver is still required for working with some application software. See the Driver & Utility Guide for information on drivers and utilities for the touchpad.
Using the Notebook PC 4 Clicking/Tapping - With the cursor over an item, press the left button or use your fingertip to touch the touchpad lightly, keeping your finger on the touchpad until the item is selected. The selected item will change color. The following 2 examples produce the same results.
4 Using the Notebook PC Dragging - Dragging means to pick up an item and place it anywhere on the screen you wish. You can move the cursor over the item you select, and while keeping the left button depressed, moving the cursor to the desired location, then release the button. Or, you can simply double-tap on the item and hold while dragging the item with your fingertip. The following 2 examples produce the same results.
Using the Notebook PC 4 Inserting an optical disc 1. While the Notebook PC’s power is ON, press the drive’s eject button and the tray will eject out partially. 2. Gently pull on the drive’s front panel and slide the tray completely out. Be careful not to touch the CD drive lens and other mechanisms. Make sure there are no obstructions that may get jammed under the drive’s tray. 3. Hold the disc by the edge and face the disc’s printed side up.
4 Using the Notebook PC Using the CD-ROM Drive CD-ROM discs and equipment must be handled with care because of the precise mechanics involved. Keep in mind the important safety instructions from your CD suppliers. Unlike desktop CD-ROM drives, the Notebook PC uses a hub to hold the CD in place regardless of the angle. When inserting a CD, it is important that the CD be pressed onto the center hub or else the CD-ROM drive tray will scratch the CD.
Using the Notebook PC 4 Regional Playback Information Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video, digital AC3 audio and decryption of CSS protected content. CSS (sometimes called copy guard) is the name given to the content protection scheme adopted by the motion picture industry to satisfy a need to protect against unlawful content duplication. Although the design rules imposed on CSS licensors are many, one rule that is most relevant is playback restrictions on regionalized content.
4 Using the Notebook PC Using a CD A CD drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a CD disc in the drive. After the CD is properly inserted, data can be accessed just like with hard disk drives; except that nothing can be written to or changed on the CD. Vibration is normal for all high-speed CD-ROM drives due to unbalanced CDs or CD print. To decrease vibration, use the Notebook PC on an even surface and do not place labels on the CD.
Using the Notebook PC 4 Optional External Connections Monitor Out Connection TV Connecting an external monitor is just like on a standard desktop PC. Just plug in the VGA cable and its ready to use (some Notebook PC configurations may require additional display driver settings). You can view the Notebook PC display panel while simultaneously allowing others to view the external monitor. For large audiences, try connecting a computer video projector.
4 Using the Notebook PC Optional External Connections TV-Out Example TV The TV-out connector provides output to standard video devices that do not support the personal computer 15-pin RS-232 interface. The TV-out can be used with the S-Video interface (cable not included) or RCA interface (with the provided adapter). The S-Video interface provides better picture clarity and should be used whenever possible.
Using the Notebook PC 4 PC Card (PCMCIA) Socket The Notebook PC supports PC Cards (or sometimes referred to as PCMCIA cards) to allow expansion like PCI cards on desktop computers. This allows you to customize your Notebook PC to meet a wide range of application needs. The PCMCIA socket can interface with type I or type II PC cards. PC cards are about the size of a few stacked credit cards and have a 68-pin connector at one end.
4 Using the Notebook PC Inserting a PC Card (PCMCIA) 1. Insert the PC card with the connector side first. When the PC card is fully inserted, the PC card bay door can close normally without striking the PC card. 2. Carefully connect any cables or adapters needed by the PC card. Usually connectors can only be inserted in one orientation. Look for a sticker, icon, or marking on one side of the connector representing the top side. Be sure the PC card is level when inserting.
Using the Notebook PC 4 Modem and Network Connections The built-in modem and network model comes with both an RJ-11 and an RJ-45 port. RJ-11 telephone cables have two or four wires and are used to connect telephones to telephone outlets found in the walls of residential homes and some commercial buildings (some commercial buildings may have telephone wiring designed for dedicated phone systems that may not be compatible).
4 Using the Notebook PC Network Connection Connect a network cable, with RJ-45 connectors on each end, to the modem/network port on the Notebook PC and the other end to a hub or switch. For 100BASE-TX speeds, your network cable must be category 5 (not category 3) with twisted-pair wiring. If you plan on running the interface at 100Mbps, it must be connected to a 100BASE-TX hub (not a 100BASE-T4 hub). For 10Base-T, use category 3, 4, or 5 twisted-pair wiring.
Using the Notebook PC 4 IR Wireless Communication The Notebook PC is equipped with a conveniently located Infrared (IR) Communication Port (see 2. Knowing the Parts for location). The IR port comes with IrDA (Infrared Data Association) Serial Infrared Data Link Version 1.1 compliance, that allows you to perform point-to-point wireless communications. You can use a FIR-specified application to transmit or receive data files with other systems equipped with an infrared port.
4 Using the Notebook PC CAUTION! Disable the infrared communication when you are not using the IR for long periods because the IR consumes a great deal of Windows resources which will decrease the Notebook PC’s performance. AC Power System The Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts, the power adapter and the battery power system. The power adapter converts AC power from a wall outlet to the DC power required by the Notebook PC. The battery pack consists of a set of battery cells housed together.
Using the Notebook PC 4 Using Battery Power A fully-charged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours of working power. But the actual figure varies depending on how you use the power saving features, your general work habits, the CPU, system memory size, and the size of the display panel. The “Battery Warning” beeps are automatically enabled in Windows ME and beeps once when down to 10% (configurable in Windows ME) power. The processor is also throttled down to decrease power use.
4 Using the Notebook PC Power Management Modes The Notebook PC has a number of automatic or adjustable power saving features that you can use to maximize battery life and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). You can control some of these features through the Power menu in the BIOS Setup. ACPI power management settings are made through the operating system.
Using the Notebook PC 4 Power Savings In addition to reducing the CPU clock, this mode puts devices including the LCD backlight in their lower active state. The Notebook PC enters Standby mode (low priority) when the system remains idle for a specified amount of time. The timeout can be set through BIOS setup (lower priority) and Windows power management (higher priority). To resume system operation, press any key.
4 Using the Notebook PC System DDR Memory Expansion Additional memory is optional and not required to use the Notebook PC. Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. This is more noticeable on newer software that require more and more system resources. The Notebook PC comes with some built-in memory. One standard 144-pin SO-DIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module) socket is available for system memory expansion using common 3.
Using the Notebook PC 4 External Keyboard Connection To allow easier data entry, you may connect any PS/2 keyboard as shown here. External Mouse Connection A USB mouse can be easily connected to the Notebook PC. There is only one correct orientation with the USB symbol facing upwards. The USB mouse will work simultaneously with the Notebook PC’s touchpad. For more than one USB connection, you can purchase either a separate hub or a keyboard with integrated USB hub.
4 Using the Notebook PC Securing Your Notebook PC (Optional) For system and hard disk drive security, see BIOS setup “Security”. A third party lock such as the ones by Kensington® can be used to secure your Notebook PC physically to an unmovable object. The cable wraps around an object and the “T” shaped end inserts into the Kensington® lock port as shown in this illustration and a key or combination dial is used to secure the lock in place.
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