NOTEBOOK PC USER’S MANUAL Product Name: Notebook PC Manual Revision: 1.
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.
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Table of Contents 1. INTRODUCING THE NOTEBOOK PC 9 About This User’s Manual ...................................................................................... 10 Notes For This Manual...................................................................................... 10 Caring Information ................................................................................................. 11 Transportation Precautions ....................................................................................
Table of Contents Regional Playback Information ......................................................................... 41 Region Definitions ............................................................................................. 41 Listening to Audio CD ....................................................................................... 42 External Display Connections (Optional) ............................................................... 43 External Audio Connections (Optional) .............
Table of Contents 5. CONFIGURING THE BIOS 59 Managing and Updating Your BIOS ....................................................................... 60 Managing Your Current BIOS with a Floppy Disk Drive .................................... 60 Updating the BIOS with a Floppy Disk Drive .................................................... 60 Managing Your Current BIOS without a Floppy Disk Drive ............................... 61 Updating the BIOS without a Floppy Disk Drive (Windows ME) ....................
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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.
1. Introducing the Notebook PC Caring Information 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.
1. Introducing the Notebook PC 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.
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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. Display Panel Latch Display Panel Power Switch & Status LEDs Air Vent Air Vent Keyboard Touchpad Microphone Touchpad Buttons Speaker (on bottom) 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.
2. Knowing the Parts The following describes the components of the Notebook PC as viewed from the top as shown by the illustration on the previous page. Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The Notebook PC uses a 1024x768 or 800x600 12.1” 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.
2. Knowing the Parts Front Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front side of the Notebook PC. 26mm 296mm Display Panel Release Button The following describes the front components of the Notebook PC as shown by the picture above. Display Panel Release Button One display panel latch is used to lock the display panel in the closed position. To open the display panel, push the button inwards with your thumb and lift up on the display panel at the same time.
2. Knowing the Parts Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the left side of the Notebook PC. 230mm DC Power Input Jack Hard Disk Drive (in tray) The following describes the components on the left side of the Notebook PC as shown by the illustration above. DC IN 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.
2. Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the right side of the Notebook PC. 230mm PC Card (PCMCIA) Eject PC Card (PCMCIA) Sockets Fast Infrared Port Cooling Fan/ Air Vent The following describes the components on the right side of the Notebook PC as shown by the illustration above. PC Card (PCMCIA) Sockets and Eject Two PCMCIA 2.1 compliant sockets for two Type I or Type II or one Type III PC card are available.
2. Knowing the Parts Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the rear side of the Notebook PC. 26mm 296mm K Air Vent Kensington® Lock Port AiBox I/O Port External LAN Modem 2 USB Monitor Port Port Ports Port (RJ-45) (RJ-11) The following describes the components on the rear side of the Notebook PC as shown by the illustration above.
2. Knowing the Parts 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. An external monitor can also be used for dual-view or dual-application support to allow referencing data on one display while working on the other display.
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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 a battery pack: 1. Insert the battery pack with the connector side over the connectors in the battery compartment as indicated by the arrow. 2.
3. Getting Started To remove the battery pack: 1. Slide the battery latch towards the unlock icon as indicated by the arrow to unlock the battery pack. 2. Lift the battery out by the edge close to the battery latch as indicated by the arrow. WARNING! Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC is turned ON, as this may result in the loss of working data.
3. Getting Started Using the Battery Pack Before using your Notebook PC on the road 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. The battery pack is fully charged when the battery charge light turns OFF.
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.
3. Getting Started 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 the [Esc] button during the splash screen, standard boot information such as the BIOS version can be seen.
3. Getting Started Save-to-Disk Partition The Notebook PC supports Advanced Power Management to save battery power and extend its working time. One type of power management is “Save-to-Disk.” Save-to-Disk is a suspend mode where your operating system and application data is saved to a separate partition and retrieved when the Notebook PC comes out of suspend mode. A partition is a space on the hard disk drive equivalent to having a second hard disk drive.
3. Getting Started LED Status Indicators There are several LED status indicators on the Notebook PC. The LED status indicators give information on the Notebook PC’s current operating and keyboard statuses. Above the Keyboard Activity Indicator Number Lock 1 Above the Keyboard Notebook PC Front Programmable Key 2 Programmable Key 1 A Capital Lock Internet Key Email Key Email Indicator Charge Indicator Power Indicator The following gives a description for each of the LED status indicators.
3. Getting Started 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. S1 S2 Programmable Launch Keys Pressing this button will launch your programmed software application.
3. Getting Started 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. Fn Suspend: Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-toDisk depending on BIOS setup). This is not the same as “stand by” in MS Windows. Fn Open Sun: Increases the display brightness.
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.
3. Getting Started 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 Fn 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 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.
4. Using the Notebook PC 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.
4. Using the Notebook PC Caring for the Touchpad The touchpad is pressure sensitive. If not properly cared for, it can be easily damaged. Take note of the following precautions. • • • • Make sure the touchpad does not come into contact with dirt, liquids or grease. Do not touch the touchpad if your fingers are dirty or wet. Do not rest heavy objects on the touchpad or the touchpad buttons. Do not scratch the touchpad with your finger nails or any hard objects.
4. Using the Notebook PC AiBox Portable Module Bay (Included) The external AiBox Portable Module Bay provides a convenient solution to connect external devices such as CD/DVD-ROM, CD-RW, or a second hard disk drive to the Notebook PC using a single cable. External devices can be easily interchanged in the AiBox.
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.
4. Using the Notebook PC DVD-ROM Drive Information Overview The Notebook PC comes with an optional DVD-ROM drive or a CD-ROM drive. In order to view DVD titles, you must install the provided MPEG2 video decoder software and the DVD viewer software included on the DVD module driver support CD. The DVD-ROM drive allows the use of both CD and DVD discs. Definitions DVD, which stands for Digital Versatile Disc, is the next generation of optical disc storage technology.
4. Using the Notebook PC 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.
4. Using the Notebook PC External Display Connections (Optional) Monitor Out Example 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 PC Cards (PCMCIA) (Optional) The Notebook PC has two PC Card (or sometimes referred to as PCMCIA) sockets located behind a hinged cover to allow expansion just like desktop computer expansion slots. This allows you to customize your Notebook PC to meet a wide range of application needs. The sockets can interface with two Type I or Type II PC cards or one Type III PC card. 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. Open the PC card slot cover. 2. Insert the PC card with the connector side first. Be sure the PC card is level when inserting. 3. When the PC card is fully inserted, the PC card bay door can close normally without striking the PC card. 4. Carefully connect any cables or adapters needed by the PC card. Usually connectors can only be inserted in one orientation.
4. Using the Notebook PC Removing a PC Card (PCMCIA) When PC cards are inserted and running, they draw power from the Notebook PC even when they are not in use. You must stop the PC card service to turn the PC card OFF. CAUTION! Stopping the PC card service is also necessary before removing a PC card. To remove the PC card, first remove all cables or adapters attached to the PC card, then double-click the PC card icon on the taskbar and stop the PC card you want to remove. 1.
4. Using the Notebook PC Universal Serial Bus Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a peripheral bus standard developed by the PC and telecommunication industry leaders that will bring plug and play of computer peripherals outside the system, eliminating the need to install internal expansion cards and drivers. The Notebook PC is equipped with two USB ports. This allows computer peripherals to be automatically configured as soon as they are physically attached, without the need to reboot or run setup.
4. Using the Notebook PC USB Floppy Disk Drive (Optional) The Notebook PC features an optional USB-interface disk drive that accepts a standard 1.44MB (or 720KB) 3.5-inch floppy diskette. The eject button is on the top edge of the floppy disk drive for easy access, unlike desktop PCs with the eject button on the bottom of the floppy disk drive. Floppy access activity can be monitored through the LED on the front of the floppy disk drive. Connection Connection is very easy because of USB technology.
4. Using the Notebook PC Vehicle/Air Power Adapter (Optional) This section is provided for the optional vehicle/air power adapter for the Notebook PC. The main purpose of the vehicle/air power adapter is to provide a source of power for using the Notebook PC and/ or charging the Notebook PC’s battery from a 12V DC receptacle such as those found in vehicles and certain airplanes.
4. Using the Notebook PC 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 Modem Connection The telephone wire used to connect the Notebook PC’s internal modem should have either two or four wires (only two wires (telephone line #1) is used by the modem) and should have an RJ-11 connector on both ends. Connect one end to the modem port and the other end to an analog telephone wall socket (the ones found in residential buildings). Once the driver is setup, the modem is ready to use.
4. Using the Notebook PC 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 SIR/FIR-specified application to transmit or receive data files with other systems equipped with an infrared port.
4. Using the Notebook PC 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 Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery cells housed together. Only one battery pack can be inserted into the Notebook PC. The AC Adapter’s primary function is to provide power to the Notebook PC which also charges the battery pack.
4. Using the Notebook PC Using Battery Power A fully-charged Li-Ion battery pack provides the system approximately 2.5 to 3 hours of working power. But the actual figure varies depending on how you use the power saving features, your general work habits, the CPU, main memory size, and the size of the display panel. The “Battery Warning” beeps are automatically enabled in Windows 98/ME and continually sounds when down to 10% (configurable in Windows 98/ME) power.
4. Using the Notebook PC WARNING! Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the power is ON, or if the system has not yet entered into the suspend mode as this may result in the data loss. 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 when APM (non-ACPI) is used.
4. Using the Notebook PC Standby Mode 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 when the system remains idle for a specified amount of time. The timeout can be set through the BIOS Setup. To resume system operation, press any key on the keyboard, touchpad, or external mouse (or moving the mouse).
4. Using the Notebook PC Thermal Power Control There are three power control methods for controlling the Notebook PC’s thermal state. These power control cannot be configured by the user and should be known in case the Notebook PC should enter these states. The following temperatures represent the chassis temperature (not CPU). • The fan turns ON for active cooling when temperatures are close to the safe upper limit when AC power is used and turn ON at the safe upper limit when only using battery power.
4. Using the Notebook PC Securing Your Notebook PC 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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5. Configuring the BIOS Managing and Updating Your BIOS WARNING! Only update your BIOS if you have problems with your Notebook PC and you know that the new BIOS revision will solve your problems (read the BIOS release information provided on the download site before using).
5. Configuring the BIOS Managing Your Current BIOS without a Floppy Disk Drive Since you may not always have access to the floppy disk drive and/or CD-ROM drives. You should copy PHLASH.EXE, PLATFORM.BIN, and BIOS files to your hard disk drive from the support CD or from the Internet. Updating the BIOS without a Floppy Disk Drive (Windows ME) 1. Create a convenient directory such as C:\BIOS. 2. Download the latest BIOS file (v0104 or later) from the Internet into the directory created in step 1.
5. Configuring the BIOS BIOS Setup Program This Notebook PC supports a programmable EEPROM that stores the BIOS software and can be updated using the provided utility as described in Flash Memory Writer Utility. This Section will guide you through the BIOS setup program by providing clear explanations for all the options. A default configuration has already been set. If you are either installing new devices or expanding main memory, you will need to enter the BIOS Setup to reconfigure your Notebook PC.
5. Configuring the BIOS BIOS Menu Bar The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections: MAIN Use this menu to make changes to the basic system configuration. ADVANCED Use this menu to enable and make changes to the advanced features SECURITY Use this menu to set a password to control bootup and control access to the BIOS setup menu. POWER Use this menu to configure and enable Power Management features.
5. Configuring the BIOS General Help In addition to the Item Specific Help window, the BIOS setup program also provides a General Help screen. This screen can be called up from any menu by simply pressing [F1] or the [Alt] + [H] combination. The General Help screen lists the legend keys with their corresponding alternates and functions. Saving Changes and Exiting the Setup Program See Exit Menu for detailed information on saving changes and exiting the setup program.
5. Configuring the BIOS Main Menu When the Setup program is accessed, the main menu screen appears as shown: Item Specific Help System Time: System Date: [17:15:00] [08/29/2000] , , or selects field.
5. Configuring the BIOS Legacy USB Support: [Enabled] In order to support older USB devices, this function has been enabled. In case there are conflicts with future USB devices, this function can be disabled. The configuration options are: [Disabled] [Enabled] Video Display Device: [LCD & CRT] This field allows you to select and enable video display devices, such as an LCD panel, an external CRT/LCD monitor, or both.
5. Configuring the BIOS Primary Master (sub-menu) This field is used to configure the IDE Hard Disk installed in the system. To configure a hard disk drive, move the cursor to highlight the Primary Master field and press the Enter key to enter the sub-menu.
5. Configuring the BIOS Sectors: This field configures the number of sectors per track. Refer to your drive documentation to determine the correct value to enter into this field. NOTE: To make changes to this field, the Type field must be set to User. Maximum Capacity: This field shows the drive’s maximum capacity calculated automatically by the BIOS from the drive information you entered.
5. Configuring the BIOS Primary Slave (sub-menu) In this field, indicate the size of a disk drive or the device type, such as a CD-ROM drive. The arrow head icon indicates that this field contains a sub-menu. The sub-menu is used to configure the IDE Hard Disk installed in the system. To configure a hard disk drive, move the cursor to highlight the Primary Slave field, and press [Enter]. The following sub-menu screen will appear.
5. Configuring the BIOS Advanced Menu Selecting Advanced from the main menu bar display the Advanced menu as shown below. Item Specific Help Installed O/S: [Win98/Win2000] I/O Device Configuration Large Disk Access Mode: Display Expansion: Internal Pointing Device: QuickBoot Mode: CPU PSN Protection: [Normal] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] Select the operating system installed on your system which you will use most commonly.
5. Configuring the BIOS Display Expansion: [Enabled] When running MS-DOS or DOS applications under Windows, the image on the computer display may not fill the entire display panel. To stretch the DOS image so that it fills the entire screen, set this function to enabled. Using this function will decrease the stretched image’s resolution so it may appear slightly fuzzy. Set this field to disabled for normal display. The configuration options are: [Disabled] [Enabled].
5. Configuring the BIOS I/O Device Configuration (sub-menu) I/O Device Configuration IR Port Base I/O address: Mode: DMA channel: [User] [2F8 IRQ3] [FIR] [DMA 3] Item Specific Help Configure IR port using options: Auto [OS configuration] User [USER configuration] Disabled [NO configuration] NOTE: The presence of sub-items in this menu is dependent on certain relevant settings.
5. Configuring the BIOS DMA channel: (when User is selected in IR port) The DMA Channel field allows you to configure the Parallel port DMA Channel for the selected ECP mode. NOTE: This field is only available when the Parallel port field is set to User and the Mode field is set to ECP. The configuration options are: [DMA 1] [DMA 3] NOTE: After using the legend keys to make your selections for the I/O Device Configuration sub-menu, press the [Esc] key to exit back to the Advanced menu.
5. Configuring the BIOS Security Menu The Notebook PC’s advanced system of security allows you to set a password to prevent unauthorized access to system resources, data, and the BIOS Setup Program. This Section covers each parameter of the Security Setup.
5. Configuring the BIOS Type the password next to “Enter New Password” and press [Enter]. You can type up to eight alphanumeric characters. Symbols and other keys are ignored. To confirm the password, type the password next to “Confirm New Password” and press the [Enter] key. The User password is now set. This password allows full access to the BIOS Setup menus.
5. Configuring the BIOS The Power Menu The Power menu of the Setup program allows you to manually enable and adjust certain power saving features of the Notebook PC, which are necessary for systems without APM or ACPI. For Windows 98 with APM or ACPI, all power saving controls (except “Suspend Mode”) are made through the operating system. Enabling these features will extend the life of the battery pack between charges. To make changes to power management settings, select Power Savings from the menu bar.
5. Configuring the BIOS Suspend Mode: [Save to RAM] This field determines the type of suspend mode when the Notebook PC enters power savings mode or when “Stand by” is selected from “Start – Shut Down”. “Save to Disk” will save your Windows working state to the hard disk drive when you power OFF. “Save to RAM” will save your Windows working state to memory and go into a low power mode in order to keep the memory contents.
5. Configuring the BIOS Boot Menu The Boot menu allows the user to specify the order in which the Notebook PC is to check for a device to boot the system. To make changes, select Boot from the menu bar and the following screen appears: Item Specific Help Removable Devices +Hard Drive ATAPI CD-ROM Drive Keys used to view or configure devices: expands or collapses devices with a + or expands all <+> and <-> moves the device up or down.
5. Configuring the BIOS Exit Menu Once you have made all of your selections from the various menus in the Setup program, you should save your changes and exit Setup. Select Exit from the menu bar to display the following menu: Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS. NOTE: Pressing the [Esc] key does not exit this menu.
5. Configuring the BIOS Load Setup Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When this option is selected or if [F9] is pressed, a confirmation is requested. Select Yes to load default values programmed into the BIOS file (the default values may change from one BIOS version to another). You can now select Exit Saving Changes or make other changes before saving the values to the EEPROM.
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Appendix Internal Modem Compliancy Protocols and Compliancy The Notebook PC with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiwan), and CTR21. The internal modem has been approved in accordance with Council Decision 98/ 482/EC for pan-European single terminal connection to the public switched telephone network (PSTN).
Appendix This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard.
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Appendix Glossary ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Management Interface) Modern standard for reducing power usage in computers. AUTOEXEC.BAT AUTOEXEC.BAT is a special-purpose file that is automatically executed by DOS whenever the computer is turned ON or restarted. This file contains important commands that help configure the system to work with certain software and devices. Windows 95 and later has its own startup files and may not use or may ignore parts of the AUTOEXEC.BAT file.
Appendix BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) BIOS is a set of routines that affect how the computer transfers data between computer components, such as memory, disks, and the display adapter. The BIOS instructions are built into the computer’s read-only memory. BIOS parameters can be configured by the user through the BIOS Setup program. The BIOS can be updated using the provided utility to copy a new BIOS file into the EEPROM. Bit (Binary Digit) Represents the smallest unit of data used by the computer.
Appendix IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) IDE devices integrate the drive control circuitry directly on the drive itself, eliminating the need for a separate adapter card (in the case for SCSI devices). UltraDMA/33 IDE devices can achieve up to 33MB/Sec transfer. LPT Port (Line Printer Port) Logical device name reserved by DOS for the computer parallel ports. Each LPT port is configured to use a different IRQ and address assignment.
Appendix SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) High speed parallel interface defined by the X3T9.2 committee of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) for connecting many peripheral devices. SMB (System Management Bus) The SMB is used for managing smart batteries, reading SDRAM configuration information, and other miscellaneous system functions. SMI (System Management Interrupt) A non-maskable interrupt that causes the system to enter SMM.
Appendix Index Symbols E 32 Bit I/O 68 Exit Discarding Changes 79 Exit Menu 79 Exit Saving Changes 79 Extended Memory 66 External Audio Connections 43 External Display Connection 43 External Monitor Port 20 A AC Power System 52 Advanced Menu 70 AiBox Portable Module 38 APM and ACPI 55 Auto Suspend Timeout 77 B Base I/O address 72 Battery Pack 22 Battery Power System 52 Beep On Battery Low 77 BIOS Legend Bar 63 BIOS Menu Bar 63 BIOS Setup Program 62 Boot Menu 78 Boot Sequence 78 C Canadian Department
Appendix M S Macrovision 3 Main Menu 65 Maximum Capacity 68 Mic In (Microphone Jack) 16 Microphone 15 Microsoft Windows™ Keys 31 Modem and Network Connections 50 Modem/LAN Port 19 Monitor Out Example 43 Multi-Sector Transfers 68 Save Changes 80 Save-to-Disk Partition 27 Sectors 68 Securing Your Notebook PC 58 Security Menu 74 Standby Mode 56 Standby Timeout 77 Start Battery Refreshing 77 Status LEDs 15 Suspend Mode 55, 77 System Date 65 System Memory Expansion 57 System Password 74 System Time 65 N Net
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Appendix Owner Information This page is provided for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference or for technical support. Keep this User’s Manual in a secured location if passwords are filled out.
