DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 User's Guide Part Number: ER-PF1WW-UA.
April 1997 The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Digital Equipment Corporation. Digital Equipment Corporation assumes no responsibility for any errors that might appear in this document. The software described in this document is furnished under a license and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of such license.
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Table of Contents 1 Getting to Know Your Computer Features ....................................................................................................................................... 1-1 Components, Controls, and Indicators ........................................................................................ 1-2 Front and Right Side Components ....................................................................................... 1-2 Front and Left Side Components ............................
3 Power and Your Computer LiIon Battery ...............................................................................................................................3-2 Smart Battery Operation ......................................................................................................3-3 Replacing the Battery...........................................................................................................3-3 Power Management Modes.........................................................
5 Peripherals Connecting an External Keyboard or PS/2 Mouse...................................................................... 5-2 Connecting a Monitor ........................................................................................................... ...... 5-3 Connecting a Printer.................................................................................................................... 5-5 Connecting a Serial Device ......................................................................
A Technical Specifications System Specifications................................................................................................................. A-1 Environment.................................................................................................................... ...........
About This Guide This guide describes how to operate, configure, and troubleshoot the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook computer. This guide, along with the on-line help that can be installed from the DIGITAL HiNote System CD, should familiarize you with all aspects of the notebook computer. Audience This guide is written for anyone using or configuring the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook computer.
• Chapter 5: Peripherals – This chapter provides information on connecting peripheral devices to your notebook computer. • Chapter 6: External Devices and Options – This chapter describes how to connect external devices and options to your notebook computer. • Chapter 7: Troubleshooting – This chapter provides you with troubleshooting solutions. • Appendix A: Technical Specifications – This appendix lists your notebook computer’s operating specifications.
Acronyms Acronyms Meaning APM Advanced Power Management ASTN Active Scan Technology (Dynamic Matrix) BIOS Basic Input/Output System CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor DIMM Dual In-line Memory Module DMA Direct Memory Access DSTN Dual Super Twisted Nematic DRAM Dynamic Random Access Memory EDO Extended Data Out FDD Floppy Disk Drive HDD Hard Disk Drive IDE Integrated Drive Electronics (internal hard disk drive interface) FIR Fast Infrared ISA Industry Standard Architect
Special Notices Three kinds of special notices are used in this guide to emphasize specific information. ________________________ WARNING __________________________ Warning: Indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause personal injury if the hazard is not avoided. ____________________________________________________________ _________________________ Caution ___________________________ Caution: Indicates the presence of a hazard that might cause damage to hardware or that might corrupt data.
Related Documentation A Quick Setup Guide is available as a supplement to the information provided in this User's Guide. An On-line version of this user’s guide can be installed from the DIGITAL HiNote System CD. Using Your DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 Notebook Computer is an on-line document that can be installed from the DIGITAL HiNote System CD. On-line versions of application documentation is available on the DIGITAL HiNote System CD. README files come with your factory installed software.
Getting to Know Your Computer This chapter identifies and describes the features, components, controls, and indicators of your DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook computer. It also describes the function of the different hot keys and provides suggestions for creating a comfortable work environment. Features The DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 is a high-performance notebook computer designed for the mobile professional. It offers the best-in-class features for a notebook computer.
Getting to Know Your Computer Components, Controls, and Indicators This section shows the locations and provides a description of the different components, controls, and indicators on your DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook computer. Front and Right Side Components Component Description ➊ Power LED Battery Charging LED The green Power LED (lower) lights when the notebook is On. The amber Battery Charging LED (upper) lights when the battery is charging. ➋ Lid Release One of two lid releases.
Getting to Know Your Computer DEC01156 Figure 1-1 Front and Right Side View 1-3
Getting to Know Your Computer Front and Left Side Components Component Description ➊ Lid Release One of two lid releases. Push in both releases at the same time to open the LCD panel. ➋ ➌ Speaker Left stereo speaker used to hear sound files and system sounds. PC Card Ejectors Ejects a PC Card. Top button releases a PC Card from the top slot; the bottom button releases a PC Card from the bottom slot. ➍ PC Card Slots Support two Type I or II cards or one Type III card.
Getting to Know Your Computer DEC01154 Figure 1-2 Front and Left Side View 1-5
Getting to Know Your Computer Back Components Component Description ➊ AC In Input connection for Universal AC adapter ➋ External Keyboard/ Mouse Port An external keyboard or PS/2 mouse connects to this port. ➌ RJ11 Modem Port An analog telephone line connects to this port (modem functionality on selected models only). ➍ Serial Port A serial device connects to this port. ➎ Parallel Port A parallel device, such as a printer, connects to this port.
Getting to Know Your Computer Bottom Components Component Description ➊ Battery Release Releases the LiIon battery from the notebook computer for removal. ➋ ➌ LiIon Battery Provides power to your notebook computer. CD-ROM/Diskette Drive Module Release Releases either a diskette or CD-ROM Drive module from the Diskette/CD-ROM Drive Bay. ➍ ➎ Memory Door Provides access to notebook computer’s memory.
Getting to Know Your Computer LCD Status Display Indicator Shows... AC Power – The computer is connected to and operating from its external AC power supply. Standby – The computer is in Standby Mode. Any system activity such as, pressing a key on the keyboard, touch pad, mouse, or other system activity resumes normal operation. A Hard Drive/CD-ROM Activity – The hard drive or CD-ROM is being accessed. The Caps Lock function is enabled.. NUM Lock – The NUM Lock function is enabled.
Getting to Know Your Computer Keyboard Hot Keys The hot keys are used to set up and control the computer. These keys are activated by holding down the [fn] key (located in the lower left corner of the keyboard) and pressing the desired function key. The function for a hot key is indicated in yellow. The following table shows each hot key sequence and describes its function: fn + Function esc Places the computer in Standby Mode. F1 Sets the computer’s operating mode to maximize battery life.
Getting to Know Your Computer fn + Function F7 Toggles the system sound between mute and unmute. F8 Enables and disables the keyboard’s embedded key pad. The state of this key is shown in the LCD status display. This hot key is used in conjunction with the [F9] hot key to control the embedded key pad. F9 Toggles NUM Lock on and off. The state of NUM Lock is shown in the LCD Status Display. This hot key is used in conjunction with the [F8] hot key to control the embedded key pad.
Getting to Know Your Computer Controlling Power Unique to DIGITAL’s notebooks, the Suspend/Resume button not only enables you to take advantage of the built-in power saving features but also turns the notebook On and Off. Goal Action On Press this button to turn the system On from the Off state. Suspend Press this button to place your system in Suspend mode, if it is on. Resume Press this button to resume normal operation from the Suspend mode.
Getting to Know Your Computer Using the Touch pad The touch pad is a touch-sensitive pointing device that provides all the features of a mouse. Although its operation differs from a mouse, its function is the same – to move the cursor around the screen. Your notebook’s touch pad is equipped with many advanced feature options. To customize any of these settings, double-click on the touch pad icon in the Control Panel. Please refer to Figure 1-5 and the following explanation on how to use the touch pad.
Getting to Know Your Computer 1. With your fingers on the keyboard in the normal typing position, the touch pad is easily accessible by moving either your thumb or a finger down on to the touch pad. 2. Gently move your thumb or finger across the touch pad in the direction you want the cursor to move. For small movements you can use a rolling motion. 3. By default, the touch pad’s left button is equivalent to the left button on a conventional two-button mouse.
Getting Started This chapter provides the information needed to perform installation and initial setup of your notebook computer. It also provides direction on how to install the application software that comes on the DIGITAL HiNote System CD. Installation and Initial Setup This section guides you through turning on your notebook for the first time. This section also explains what you need to do after turning on your notebook.
Getting Started To power the notebook using the supplied Universal AC Adapter, refer to the following instructions: 1. Connect the Universal AC Adapter to the AC input on the notebook computer (Figure 2-1, step 1). The arrow on the connector should be on top. 2. Plug the power cord into the AC Adapter (Figure 2-1, step 2). 3. Plug the power cord into a working electrical outlet (Figure 2-1, step 3). 4.
Getting Started ________________________ WARNING __________________________ Do not use an AC Adapter other than the one provided by Digital Equipment Corporation for the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook computer and options. To avoid personal injury and/or equipment damage, do not open the case of the Universal AC Adapter. There are no customer serviceable parts.
Getting Started Windows Software Your notebook computer comes supplied with a Microsoft Windows operating system and supporting drivers. The first time you turn on your notebook, the system will begin the operating system installation process. You will be prompted for your Certification of Authenticity number, which you can find with your Windows documentation. Installing Optional Software Your notebook computer comes with the DIGITAL HiNote System CD.
Getting Started Creating a Comfortable Working Environment The following tips can help minimize eye strain and body fatigue when using your notebook computer: • • • Adjust your chair so that: − Your feet are flat on the floor–use a footrest if needed. − Your legs form a right angle to the floor. − The backs of your knees are free from the chair seat. − Your body weight rests on your spine, while supporting the lower back region.
Getting Started For more information related to using your notebook computer, install and run the Mobile Wellness Tutorial on the DIGITAL HiNote System CD found in the applications directory.
Power and Your Computer Your DIGITAL notebook computer can be powered by: • Battery • Universal AC Adapter ___________________________ Note ____________________________ If the notebook is operating on AC power, the battery will continue to charge until full. The amber battery charge indicator, located on the front of the system (Figure 1-1), is lit while the battery is charging. ____________________________________________________________ Your notebook’s main battery is a Lithium-ion (LiIon) Battery.
Power and Your Computer ________________________ WARNING __________________________ To prevent risk of fire and exposure to hazardous energy, do not crush, puncture, incinerate, or disassemble the battery. Do not expose to fire or heat above 60 degrees Celsius.
Power and Your Computer If your system will not be in use for more than 30 days, DIGITAL recommends that the LiIon Battery Pack be removed from the system. When a lithium-ion battery is removed from the system, it has a shelf life of approximately 90 days before a charge cycle is required.
Power and Your Computer To remove the battery: 1. Press the [Suspend/Resume] button to Suspend the notebook computer. ___________________________Note ____________________________ The DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 Bridge Battery provides five minutes to change the LiIon battery while the notebook computer in Suspend mode. If the main battery is out of the system for more than five minutes and it is not connected to the AC adapter, all unsaved data will be lost.
Power and Your Computer To install the battery: 1. Verify that the battery latch is over to the right (Figure 3-2, step 1). 2. Place the battery in the battery compartment (Figure 3-2, step 2). 3. While pressing down on the battery near the latch, slide the battery latch to the left so that you cannot see the red dot (Figure 3-2, step 3).
Power and Your Computer Power Management Modes Your notebook computer is factory-configured with preset power management values. If you are not an advanced user, start by using the factory-configured power management settings. If you find that the factory settings do not fit your specific needs, enter the System Setup Program and make the needed changes. The System setup program is entered by pressing the [fn] + [F3] keys, when prompted, during system bootup.
Power and Your Computer Suspend Mode Suspend Mode saves power by removing power from all system functions except memory. Suspend Mode is entered as follows: • Press the Suspend/Resume button. • Close the LCD display lid (unless in Desktop Mode). • When the specified time in the Suspend Time-out field in the BIOS is reached. • When the battery reaches a critically low power level. • In Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0, click on the Suspend option on the Taskbar, if enabled.
Power and Your Computer Power Management Your DIGITAL notebook computer comes equipped with power management features designed to reduce system energy consumption. By understanding these features and utilizing good power management techniques, you will obtain the longest possible battery run time. Good Power Management Habits If you often operate the notebook on battery power, it is important to develop good power saving habits to maximize battery life.
Power and Your Computer AC Power The most obvious way to conserve battery power is to avoid using the battery when there is an available AC power source. The Universal AC Adapter is lightweight and compact, so it is very convenient to bring while traveling. By using the Universal AC Adapter as much as possible, you can ensure you will have a charged battery whenever you really need it.
Power and Your Computer After 5 minutes of system inactivity, the notebook enters Standby. After 5 additional minutes (a total of 10 minutes of inactivity), the system enters Suspend Time-out.
Power and Your Computer Power Management Summary The following table summarizes the Notebook’s power-saving features: Power Mode How to Enter Mode How to Resume Standby Automatically when system has been inactive for the specified period of time in the Standby field of System Setup. • Press any of the keys on the keyboard. • Serial or parallel port activity. • PC Card activity. • Touch pad entry or PS/2 mouse activity if one is connected. • Incoming modem call. • • Open the LCD panel.
Configuring Your Computer This chapter provides information on how to configure your notebook computer and its security features using the System Setup utility. Your notebook computer comes configured with default settings selected for typical notebook computer use. If you are familiar with Setup utility programs and their uses, refer to the appropriate sections in this chapter to setup or update your notebook computer.
Configuring Your Computer Updating Your Notebook Computer's Configuration There are number of hardware features that can be configured on your notebook computer.
Configuring Your Computer Helpful Hints When updating your computer’s setup information there are several keyboard keys assigned to help you select menus and sub-menus, options, and to change option values.
Configuring Your Computer Power Features Your notebook computer is factory-configured with preset power management values. If you are not an advanced user, start by using the default factory-configured power management settings. If you find that the factory settings do not fit your specific needs, enter the System Setup Program and make the needed changes. Feature Settings Comments Disabled Disables the power management features supported by the system.
Configuring Your Computer Advanced Power Features These features are accessed by selecting the Advanced field in Power Features. Field Settings Comments Hard Disk Timer Disabled Selected times This option allows you to specify a period of time the hard disk drive must be inactive before it spins down. There are separate timer entries for AC Power and Battery Power. Press the “Tab” key to move between the AC Power block and Battery Power block.
Configuring Your Computer System Features Settings Comments Date/Time Feature Current Date/Time Sets your notebook computer to a specified date and time. CD-ROM Boot Enabled Disabled* (No Check Mark) This option enables or disables the ability to boot from a CD-ROM installed in the notebook computer. Enabled* (Check Mark) Disabled This option enables or disables the ability to boot from the Diskette Drive.
Configuring Your Computer Device Features Feature Settings Comments Serial Port Disabled Disables the onboard Serial Port. Auto* Enables and automatically configures the port. Manual Enables and allows you to manually configure the I/O address and Interrupt Request (IRQ) line for the port. Disabled* Disables the onboard Infrared Port. Auto Enables and automatically configures the port.
Configuring Your Computer Security Features Feature Settings Comments Set User Password Enter a password of up to eight alphanumeric characters. This option allows you to set a User Password that will be required during: System Boot, Resume, and Undock operations if selected. The Dock Security and Modify Password Mode features are used to select the operations that will require a password. Caution: Be sure to write the password down and store it in a safe place.
Configuring Your Computer Notebook Computer Security Notebook Computer Security is important to avoid theft or accidental loss of your computer software and hardware. The DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 provides the following levels of protection: • User Password – Used to prevent unauthorized access to files on your notebook computer and unauthorized removal of a docked option. • Supervisor Password – Used to prevent unauthorized access to your notebook computer’s System Setup.
Configuring Your Computer 5. Type in up to an eight character User password and press [Enter]. To confirm, type in your User password a second time and press [Enter]. ___________________________Note ____________________________ If a password already exists, you will be prompted to enter the old password before a new one can be set. ____________________________________________________________ 6. Select the Exit menu and choose Save to save your new settings and exit System Setup.
Configuring Your Computer Setting/Changing the Supervisor Password Perform the following steps to set or change the Supervisor password: 1. Turn on your notebook computer. 2. After Power On Self-Test (POST) successfully completes, press [fn] + [F3] to access System Setup. The System Setup main menu appears on the screen. 3. Highlight the Security Setup menu and press [Enter]. 4. Highlight the Set Supervisor Password field and press [Enter]. 5.
Configuring Your Computer Default Features Feature Settings Comments Save User Default Settings Stores the current Setup values as the user default values in non-volatile memory. Load User Default Settings Loads all values stored under User Defaults as the new system values. Load Factory Default Settings Loads all values to their Factory Default Settings. Exit Features Feature Settings Comments Save Saves all Setup values and exit Setup.
Peripherals This chapter provides information on connecting peripheral devices to your DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook computer.
Peripherals Connecting an External Keyboard or PS/2 Mouse 1. Rotate the keyboard or mouse cable connector until the arrow marking is on top. This marking indicates the keyway (notch) on the cable connector is aligned with the keyway of the notebook computer’s socket. 2. Plug the cable connector into the socket.
Peripherals Connecting a Monitor 1. Connect and fully tighten the monitor signal cable to the monitor connector at the rear of the notebook computer. ___________________________ Note ____________________________ Make sure the monitor is turned off before connecting its power cord to the wall outlet. ____________________________________________________________ 2. Connect the monitor’s power cord to a working wall outlet and turn on the monitor.
Peripherals 3. Press [fn] + [F4] until there is a monitor display or there is a display on both the monitor and the LCD screen. You can configure the notebook computer’s Lid Switch function to Desktop Mode. This allows your notebook computer to emulate a desktop computer using a external monitor, keyboard, and mouse. ___________________________Note ____________________________ When using your notebook computer with an LCD projector, you may have to change the display resolution to 640 x 480.
Peripherals Connecting a Printer 1. Connect and fully tighten the printer signal cable to the parallel port. ___________________________ Note ____________________________ Make sure the printer is turned off before connecting its power cord to the wall outlet. ____________________________________________________________ 2. Connect the printer’s power cord to a working wall outlet.
Peripherals Connecting a Serial Device Connect a serial device to the serial port connector as shown.
Peripherals PC Cards Your DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook computer has PC Card slots located on the left side of the computer. These slots can hold two Type I or Type II PC Cards or one Type III PC Card. Installing a PC Card To install the card, insert it in the appropriate slot (Figure 5-5). ___________________________ Note ____________________________ Zoomed Video cards MUST be installed in the bottom slot.
Peripherals Removing a PC Card To remove a PC Card: 1. Use the operating system software to shutdown the PC Card. 2. Locate the eject button next to the PC Card socket. Using the tip of your finger, hinge the eject button out of the unit to the left (Figure 5-6, step 1). Push in on the eject button to remove the PC Card (Figure 5-6, step 2). For Type III PC Cards use the lower button. 3. Remove the PC Card and store in a safe dry place.
Peripherals Connecting a Phone Line to the Internal Modem Selected units come with an internal Data/FAX/Voice Modem. To connect a phone line to the internal modem: 1. Connect a phone cord with an RJ11 connector to the RJ11 port located on the back of the notebook computer as shown. 2. Connect the phone cord to an analog phone connection.
Peripherals Connecting External Audio Devices Your notebook computer allows you to attach external speakers or headphones and an external microphone to the system (Figure 5-8). Connecting Speakers/Headphones 1. Locate the speaker/headphone port located on the side of the notebook computer. 2. Plug stereo headphones or speakers into the port. This disables the notebook computer’s internal speakers.
Peripherals DEC01203 Figure 5-8 Connecting External Audio Devices 5-11
Expansion Devices and Options Optional Expansion Devices A variety of optional expansion devices are available to increase the already superb performance and versatility of your notebook computer. Please contact your DIGITAL notebook dealer for purchasing information. Products Portable and Powerful Additional EDO Memory With today’s demanding applications and operating systems, eventually you may find it necessary to increase your system’s base memory.
Expansion Devices and Options Products Portable and Powerful DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator The DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook can be used as a full office PC by connecting it to the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator. The DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator provides full port replication plus a battery charge bay.
Expansion Devices and Options Installing Optional Memory To install additional memory: 1. Save all data and shutdown any running applications and turn off the notebook computer by pressing and holding [fn] + [Suspend/Resume] button for four seconds. 2. Turn the unit over so the bottom is facing up. 3. Remove the memory compartment cover (Figure 6-1).
Expansion Devices and Options 4. Align the notch in the 3.3v EDO memory module with the plastic tab in the memory cradle (Figure 6-2, step 1). 5. Install the memory module by inserting it at an angle into one of the two sockets (Figure 6-2, step 2). Make sure the module is firmly seated in the socket. 6. Press the module down until it snaps into place (Figure 6-2, step 3). 7. Replace the memory compartment cover and press around the edges to make sure it is properly seated.
Expansion Devices and Options Removing Memory To remove memory: 1. Save all data and shutdown any running applications. 2. Turn off the notebook computer by pressing and holding the [fn] + [Suspend/Resume] button for four seconds. 3. Turn the unit over so the bottom is facing up. 4. Remove the memory compartment cover (Figure 6-1). 5. Push the tabs away from the edge of the memory module to be removed. 6. Lift the memory module out of the system. 7.
Expansion Devices and Options 3. Unlatch the keyboard by sliding the Keyboard latches toward the LCD display (Figure 6-3, step 1). 4. Carefully lift the keyboard up and rotate it toward the LCD display (Figure 6-3, step 2). _________________________ Caution ___________________________ Be careful not to damage the flat cable that connects the keyboard to the notebook computer. Do not pull up on or try to remove the keyboard.
Expansion Devices and Options 5. Slide the latch that holds the hard drive in place to the unlocked position (Figure 6-4, step 1). 6. Pull up on the attached ribbon loop (Figure 6-4, step 2).
Expansion Devices and Options 7. Remove the hard drive (Figure 6-5).
Expansion Devices and Options Installing the Hard Drive To install the hard drive (Figure 6-6 through Figure 6-8): 1. Slide the left side of the hard drive down and into the computer (Figure 6-6). 2. Ensure that the hard drive is securely seated (Figure 6-7, step 1).
Expansion Devices and Options 3. Slide the hard drive latch into the locked position (Figure 6-7, step 2).
Expansion Devices and Options 4. Lower the keyboard back into place (Figure 6-8, step 1). 5. Slide the keyboard latches into the locked position (Figure 6-8, step 2).
Expansion Devices and Options CD-ROM/Diskette Drive Module To remove CD-ROM or Diskette Drive module: 1. Slide the release latch located on the bottom of the notebook computer to the unlocked position (Figure 1-4, callout number 3). 2. Pull the CD-ROM/Diskette Drive module out of the system (Figure 6-9).
Expansion Devices and Options 3. To install a CD-ROM/Diskette Drive module, slide the module into the system (Figure 6-10). DEC01143-2 Figure 6-10 Installing CD-ROM/Diskette Drive Module DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator The DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 notebook can be used as a full office PC by connecting it to the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator. The hot dockable DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator provides full port replication plus a battery charge bay.
Expansion Devices and Options Connections and Controls Connector/Control n Battery Charging Bay o Docking LED p Undock Request Button ➍ Release Button ➎ Charge LED ➏ Docking Connector Description Charge a battery with or without the notebook computer docked to the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator. When lit, indicates that the device is docked. When off, indicates that the device is undocked or can be undocked. Used to the send an Undock request to the operating system.
Expansion Devices and Options Connector/Control n AC In o Mouse Connector p RJ45 Port q Serial Port r Parallel Port s Video Port t USB Port u Keyboard Connector Description Input connection for AC adapter. PS/2 style connector for a mouse. Reserved for future network connection. A serial device connects to this port. A parallel device, such as a printer connects to this port. A monitor connects to this port. A USB (Universal Serial Bus) device connects to this port.
Expansion Devices and Options Connecting the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator The DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator supports hot docking with the notebook computer. It also supports hot docking of the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock with the notebook computer attached. To connect the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator (refer to Figure 6-13): 1. Close the I/O Connector cover on the back of the notebook computer. 2.
Expansion Devices and Options 5. If not already attached, connect the supplied Universal AC adapter, external monitor, mouse, keyboard and other devices to the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator. Removing the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator To remove the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator from the notebook computer: 1.
Expansion Devices and Options ___________________________Note ____________________________ When Dock Security is enabled, you cannot undock the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator when the system is in Suspend mode or powered off. When Dock Security is disabled, the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator can be undocked with the system powered off. ____________________________________________________________ 2.
Expansion Devices and Options _______________ Battery Recycling and Disposal _________________ Recycle or dispose of batteries contained in this product properly, in accordance with local regulations for battery type as marked on the battery. Prior to disposal or recycling, protect batteries against accidental short circuiting by affixing non-conductive tape across battery terminals and conductive surfaces.
Expansion Devices and Options DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock The DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock provides all the functions of a desktop docking station in a thin and light-weight form factor. It provides you with the hardware needed to deliver outstanding multimedia presentations.
Expansion Devices and Options DEC01210 Figure 6-16 DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock Connections and Controls (Left Side) 6-21
Expansion Devices and Options Connections and Controls (Right Side) Connector/Control n Docking LED o Undock Request Button p S-Video Connector q Video (RCA) Connector r CD-ROM/Diskette Description When lit, indicates that the device is docked. When Off, indicates that the device can be undocked. Used to the send an Undock request to the operating system. S-Video output (only) allows you to connect the system to an S-Video device.
Expansion Devices and Options DEC01208 Figure 6-17 DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock Connections and Controls (Right Side) 6-23
Expansion Devices and Options Connections and Controls (Bottom) Connector/Control n Subwoofer o Docking Connector p Drive Bay Latch Description Provides lower frequency audio output. Used when connecting to the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator. Slide open the cover before connecting to the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator. Releases the drive module so it can be removed.
Expansion Devices and Options Connecting the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock The DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock can be hot docked with the notebook computer. To connect the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock: 1. Slide open the docking connector door located on the bottom of the notebook computer (Figure 6-19, step 1). 2. Slide the notebook computer into the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock (Figure 6-19, step 2). 3.
Expansion Devices and Options Removing the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock To remove the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock from the notebook computer: 1. When the system is running: • Press the Undock request button located on the right side of the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock (Figure 6-20, step 1), or • Make an Undock request from Windows. If Dock Security is enabled, you will be prompted to supply a password before the undock request will be granted and the release buttons unlocked.
Expansion Devices and Options ___________________________ Note ____________________________ When Dock Security is enabled, you cannot undock the DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock if the system is in Suspend mode or powered off. The system has to be on and you must press the Undock request button or make an Undock request from Windows. ____________________________________________________________ 2. Wait for the Docking LED next to the Undock button to turn off. 3.
Troubleshooting This chapter provides troubleshooting tables listing specific problems, probable causes, and recommended actions to take if your notebook computer fails after you configure it or after you install optional hardware or software: • Notebook Computer Troubleshooting • PC Card Troubleshooting • LCD Troubleshooting • Audio and IR Troubleshooting DIGITAL Web Site Please visit the DIGITAL Windows Enterprise Computing Center Web site to download the latest DIGITAL HiNote Ultra 2000 Serie
Troubleshooting Notebook Computer Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action System does not start when the notebook computer is turned on and running on battery power. Battery Pack is drained. Charge the Battery Pack. Battery Pack is defective. Replace the Battery Pack. Main logic board failure. Press the Reset Button located under the keyboard and next to the hard drive. System does not start when the notebook computer is turned on while connected to an external power source.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Notebook computer does not boot from the hard disk drive. “Floppy Boot” option enabled in Setup Remove the diskette from drive A. Operating system software is not installed on the hard disk drive. Install the appropriate operating system. Hard disk drive is not correctly formatted or the requested partition does not exist. Format the hard disk drive or partition the hard disk drive using the DIGITAL HiNote System CD.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action An external monitor is connected and is not working. Loose or incorrect cable connections Check all cable connections, including AC power (Figure 5-2). The notebook’s video mode may be in LCD only. Use the [fn] + [F4] key combination to switch to CRT or Simul (simultaneously viewing both LCD and CRT) mode. Monitor does not support multi-sync and/or higher resolutions. Some older monitors are not multi-sync and higher resolutions will not sync up.
Troubleshooting LCD Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Power is on, but there is no LCD display. LCD brightness incorrectly set. Adjust the LCD brightness using the brightness hot key combinations (Chapter 1). Contrast is incorrectly set (ASTN screens only). Adjust the Contrast using the slide control next to the LCD display. Notebook computer switched to Suspend. Press the Suspend/Resume button. Notebook computer LCD Timer Setting went into effect.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action SRAM card does not work (single beep). Missing device driver(s). Refer to the operating system’s on-line help for information on configuring SRAM PC Cards. SRAM card does not work (double beep). Incorrect drive letter assigned. Refer to operating system’s on-line help. SRAM card not formatted.
Troubleshooting Audio and IR Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Action Sound is not working. Configuration problem. From the Windows Control Panel doubleclick the System icon and verify the sound device is properly configured and the drivers are loaded. Press [fn] + [F7] to turn on the internal audio feature. File does not transfer. Audio volume needs to be increased. Adjust audio volume with the volume control hot keys (Chapter 1).
$ Technical Specifications System Specifications Model Feature VTS5166M GTX5166M CPU Intel Pentium 166 MHz MMX 166 MHz MMX LCD 12.1" SVGA TFT 14.1" XGA TFT HDD 2.1 GB 2.1 GB Upgradeable HDD Yes Yes L2 Cache 512KB 512KB Base RAM 16MB – EDO 3.3v 16MB – EDO 3.3v Maximum RAM 144MB 144MB RAM Expansion Dual 144 pin SO–DIMM 3.3v self-refresh Dual 144 pin SO–DIMM 3.
Technical Specifications Model Feature VTS5166M GTX5166M DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator Optional Optional DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock Optional Optional Size 9.7" x 12" x 1.25" 9.7" x 12" x 1.4" Weight (no FDD or CD-ROM in bay) 4.8 lbs. (approximate) 5.8 lbs. (approximate) Weight (FDD in bay) 5.2 lbs. (approximate) 6.2 lbs. (approximate) Weight (CD-ROM in bay) 5.45 lbs. (approximate) 6.45 lbs. (approximate) Operating System Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.
% Environmental Information This product has been designed and manufactured to achieve environmental compatibility. Use of Brominated Flame Retardants In Enclosure Parts The thermoplastic enclosures do not contain polybrominated diphenylether (PBDE) as a flame retardant additive; and therefore, they are not suspected to emit toxic dibenzofuran and dibenzodioxin gases. Asbestos Digital Equipment Corporation does not use asbestos in any form in the manufacturing of its products.
Index A AC Adapter, 2-2, 2-3, 3-1 AC input description, 1-6 DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator, 6-15 AC power, connecting, 2-1 Acronyms, xi Applications, 2-4 Audio 16-bit stereo feature, 1-1 DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock, 6-20 stereo audio output jack, 1-2 Audio Devices, 5-1 connecting, 5-10 B Battery, 3-1, 3-2, 3-3, 3-6, 3-7, 3-8, 3-9 charge indicator, 1-2 charging, 6-18 DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator, 6-18 initial use, 3-3 installing, 3-5 maximizing battery life (key), 1-
Index D DIGITAL HiNote System CD, 2-4 DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Enhanced Port Replicator AC Input, 6-15 battery charging bay, 6-14 battery, charging, 6-18 charging LED, 6-14 connecting, 6-16 connections and controls, 6-14 connectors, 6-15 description, 6-2, 6-13 docking connector, 6-14 docking LED, 6-14 keyboard connector, 6-15 mouse connector, 6-15 parallel port, 6-15 release button, 6-14 removing, 6-17 serial port, 6-15 undock request button, 6-14 USB port, 6-15 DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock audio out,
Index F Fast IR port description, 1-6 FDD, xi Floppy Disk, xi Floppy Disk Drive, xi Floppy drive. See Diskette H Hard Disk, xi, 3-8, 6-1 Hard Disk Drive, xi, 6-1 installing, 6-9 LCD status display, 1-8 removing, 6-5 timer parameters, 4-5 Hard drive location, 1-4 HDD, xi, 3-6, 3-8, 6-1 Headphones connecting, 5-10 stereo audio output jack, 1-2 using, 5-10 Hot Keys.
Index LiIon, 3-1 Line in DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock, 6-20 M Memory, xi, 6-1 installing, 6-3 optional, 6-2 removing, 6-5 Memory door description, 1-7 Microphone connecting, 5-10 MIDI/Joystick connector DIGITAL HiNote Ultra Multimedia Dock, 6-20 Modem, 5-9 connecting, 5-9 features, 1-1 Monitor connecting a monitor, 5-3 external VGA and SVGA support features, 1-1 Monitor/scroll lock LCD status display, 1-8 Mouse connecting external keyboard or mouse, 5-2 external mouse connector, 1-2 Mouse connector
Index PC Cards, 5-1 phone lines, 5-1 serial devices, 5-1 Phone line connecting, 5-9 Phone Lines, 5-1 Port Replicator, 6-13.
Index Speakers connecting, 5-10 enabling/disabling speakers, 1-9 stereo audio output jack, 1-2 Special Notices, xii Specifications, 1 Standby, 3-6, 3-8, 3-9, 3-10, 3-11 Standby mode escape key, 1-9 LCD status display, 1-8 timer parameters, 4-5 Status displaying operating status, 1-2 Status Display.
