Preface Copyright 2005 All Rights Reserved. The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer. In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Ø Ø Ø Ø Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Before you Start --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1 Conventions of This Manual .............................................................................................................................................. 1 Things you must reme mber before working on your computer.......................................................................................
Chapter 6: Internet Connection ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------37 Using a modem for Connection to Internet ....................................................................................................................... 37 Using a wired LAN for Connection to Internet ................................................................................................................ 37 Using Both DHCP and Static IP for Connection to Internet..........
General Hardware Problems .............................................................................................................................................. 63 Contacting Your Dealer...................................................................................................................................................... 65 Chapter 10: Upgrading your System--------------------------------------------------------------------------------67 Upgrading your Memory..........................
Befo re y o u St art Conventions of This Manual Use this manual will help you get the most from your notebook computer. Ø If you are an experienced user of computers and/or Microsoft’s Windows operating systems, you might find it useful to read the Quick Start Guide that comes along with your accessories. Ø If you are a less experienced user, you should through the manual carefully before using your system.
7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 2 Make sure to use the right voltage for the power source when connecting the equipment to the power outlet. Place the power cord in such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place anything on top of the power cord. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted. If the equipment is not use for a long time, disconnect the equipment from the main power outlet to avoid being damaged by transient overvoltage.
appliance inlet. For U.S. and Canada: • The cord set must be UL Listed and CSA Certified. • The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are No. 18 AWG. B. For Japan: • All components of the cord set must be ar a “PSE” or “ T ” mark and registration number in accordance with the Japanese Dentori Law. • The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are .75m ㎡ conductors. C.
22. The input receptacle is used as the main disconnecting device. Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 4 Bitte lesen Sie diese Hinweis sorgfältig durch. Heben Sie dirse Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Versenden Sie Keine Flüssig- oder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten eignet sich ein angefeuchtetes Tuch zur Reinigung. Die Netzanschlußsteckdose soll nahe dem Gerät angebracht und leicht zugänglich sein.
Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt. Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist. VORSICHT: Explosiongsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers. Dieses Schaltnetzteil kann bis zu einer Außentemperatur von maximal 35º C. Die Ausgangswerte dürfen nicht die auf dem Label angegebenen Werte überschreiten.
19. 20. 21. 22. folgende Punkte: Ø Benutzen Sie das Gerät nicht in der Nähe von Wasser, wie zum Beispiel Badewanne, Waschbecken, Spülbecken, Waschbottich, in feuchten Kellerräumen oder in der Nähe von Schwimmbecken. Ø Benutzen Sie kein Telefon (ausgenommen schnurlose Modelle) während eines Gewitters. Es besteht das geringe Restrisiko eines Blitzschlages. Ø Benutzen Sie das Telefon nicht um ein Gasleck zu melden, falls es sich in der Nähe des Lecks befindet.
If your system arrives in cold weather, do not apply power to the computer or monitor until they have been allowed to come to room temperature. n Heat, Cold, Humidity, and Glare Find a suitable place for your computer that’s not too hot, too cold, too dark, or too bright. Glare can make it hard to read the screen. Ø Try to avoid the computer components from being destroyed if it is over heated, so try to allow plenty of room for air to circulate around the case. Ø Do not block the ventilation opening.
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Int ro duct io n There are more and more people spending large amounts of time in front of computer monitors now that scientists from many fields including anatomy, psychology, and occupational safety are involved in the study of ergonomically sound work environments. A few tips to help you work effectively without a lot of physical discomfort: Ø Purchase a chair with armrests and good back support. Don't slouch when sitting; keep your back straight.
Getting to Know Your Computer n Opening the LCD Panel At the front of the Notebook you will find a retaining latch on the display panel that locks the display in closed position when the Notebook is not in use. To avoid damage to the display panel: 1. Try not to slam the display upon closing it. 2. Try not to place any object on top when it is closed or open. 3. Be sure the system is turned off or in suspend mode before you close the display panel.
Each of these features is briefly described below.
HDD - Indicates that the computer is accessing the hard disk drive. Numeric Lock - Indicates that the keyboard is in Num Lock mode. Caps Lock - Indicates when the keyboard is in Caps Lock mode. In this mode, the keyboard produces uppercase text when you press a key. When you press the Caps Lock key again, the indicator goes off and the keyboard produces lowercase text. Scroll Lock - Indicates when the keyboard is in Scroll Lock mode.
n The Left Side Ventilation Opening 1394A PCMCIA socket cover PCMCIA Button The LAN Port When using a LAN, please use an EMI Shielding Cable to minimize an inteference when transmitting. The Modem Port Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before servicing or disassembling this equipment. To reduce the risk of fire use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.
LED Indicators These three LED indicators are separately program for the following functions: Power On, Suspend Mode and Battery Charge.
n The Right Side The CD-ROM/DVD-ROM or DVD CD-RW Combo (Option) DC IN Connector 15
n The Rear Ventilation Opening Kensington Lock S-Video Port Parallel Port External CRT Port IR Port USB Ports 16
n The Bottom Panel MiniPCI/Wireless LAN/Modem Combo Compartment (Option) Expansion Compartment Battery Release Latch Battery Hard Disk Drive 17
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G et t ing St art ed Connecting to a Power Source n Connecting the AC Adapter A universal AC adapter is provided to supply your computer with power and also charge the computer’ s battery pack. The adapter’ s AC input voltage can range covering the standard voltages available in almost every country. The power cord for the AC adapter requires a three-hole grounded AC outlet.
Never turn off or reset your Notebook while the hard disk is in use and the HDD status icon is lit; doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data. Always wait at least 5 seconds after turning off your Notebook before turning it back on; turning the power on and off in rapid succession can damage the Notebook’s electrica l circuitry. Turning On Your Notebook Computer Turn on your Notebook by pressing the power button. Hold the button down for a second or two and release.
Only use batteries that are approved by an authorized dealer. All batteries are not the same and therefore should not be treated as such. Using the wrong battery could cause serious damage to your computer and yourself through toxic emissions. n Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack The battery pack should already be inserted in your Notebook computer when you unpack it. If not inserted, follow these directions: 1.
Ø Ø Lift the release latch to release the battery from the bay. At this time the battery will now be angled slightly out of the bay. Hold the battery at the finger grip and lift it out of the compartment. n Charging the Battery Pack The installed battery pack charges automatically any time the computer is connected to the AC adapter and an external power source. It is a good idea to occasionally discharge the battery pack fully to preserve its operating performance.
U sing t he No t eb o o k Co mput er Adjusting the LCD Screen Display The LCD screen display can be adjusted by the following key combinations. KEYS FUNCTIONS [Fn] + [F7] Decreases the brightness level. [Fn] + [F8] Increases the brightness level. [Fn] + [F10] Use this key combination to expand your video screen or reset to its original size. This function will be disabled when the system is in Overlay mode (playing video).
n External Display Windows Environment Ø Ø Ø Ø Ø LCD only CRT only Simultaneous display of LCD screen and CRT monitor Simultaneous display of LCD screen and TV display TV only You can switch between these display configurations by pressing the key combination [Fn] + [F12]. DOS Environment Ø Ø Ø Ø LCD only CRT only Simultaneous display of LCD screen and CRT monitor TV only You can switch between these display configurations by pressing the key combination [Fn] + [F12].
The embedded numeric keypad consists of 15 keys that make number intensive input more convenient. Like the [Num Lock] key, these keys are labeled in blue on the keycaps. Numeric assignments are located at the upper right of each key. When the numeric keypad is engaged, the NumLock icon will appear in the System Window. The keypad is activated by pressing the [Fn] + [NumLk] key.
KEYS [Fn] + [F12] FUNCTION(S) This key combination toggles the display between the LCD, CRT, simultaneous LCD/CRT, simultaneous LCD/TV and TV only. This function will be disabled when the system is in Overlay (playing video) or Extended Desktop mode. The TouchPad The touchpad is a rectangular electronic panel located just below your keyboard. You can use the static-sensitive panel of the touchpad and slit it to move the cursor. You can use the buttons below the touchpad as left and right mouse buttons.
Ø Ø Ø Make sure the TouchPad does not come into contact with dirt, liquids or grease. Do not touch the TouchPad if your fingers are dirty. Do not rest heavy objects on the TouchPad or the TouchPad buttons. You can use the TouchPad with Microsoft Windows as well as non-Windows applications. Connecting an External Tracking Devices The system will only enables you to use one tracking device whether it is an internal or external tracking device.
3. ROM/DVD-ROM/Combo Drive down gently so that it snaps onto the center ring. Push the tray back into the drive. To remove a disk, do the following: 1. Check the LED display and make sure that the computer is not accessing the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/Combo Drive. 2. Push the eject button and pull the tray all the way out. 3. Carefully pick up the CD disk by the edges and – while pressing down on the center ring – remove the CDROM/DVD-ROM/Combo from the tray. Do not insert any foreign objects into the disc tray.
n Removing the Battery Pack To remove the battery pack from its compartment, please refer to Chapter 3, Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack. n Preparing the Battery Pack for Use Before using the battery pack for the first time, the Smart Battery IC within the battery pack should be calibrated in order to get accurate reporting of remaining battery life status. To calibrate the battery pack follows the instructions below: 1. Insert the battery into the battery compartment and turn on the Notebook.
Pre-Charge A pre-charge is supplied to the Li-Ion battery pack. n Battery Status Windows XP has an applet in the Control Panel that will display an icon in the Windows taskbar indicating when the Notebook is running on battery power or is attached to the AC adapter. This applet also displays a meter that indicates how much charge is remaining in the battery. n Battery Low Warning When the pack initially reaches the “Battery Low” state approximately 7 ~ 10 minutes of the usable battery life is left.
n Battery Calibration The purpose for this process is to provide a long battery life for your system battery pack. 1. Turn on the computer, when the text appears, press [Del] or the [Delete] key until the system enters the BIOS Setup screen, you may now make the necessary changes. 2. Press the è arrow key until it reaches the “Exit” menu screen. Again press the ê arrow key and select the “Battery Calibration” item.
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D eskt o p O perat io n Your notebook is capable of providing you with efficient and productive mobile computing, it also has the speed and capacity to service as a desktop system. This chapter discusses those functions of your notebook that are typical of desktop systems. Audio n The Multimedia Sound System The Notebook’ s built-in audio capabilities allow you to take advantage of a wide range of education and entertainment multimedia software.
Ø Digitized audio recording through the Notebook’s built-in microphone or any external source n Audio Volume Control The Notebook is equipped with hot-key volume controls: Pressing the [Fn] + [F3] hot-key combination decreases the audio output volume, press the [Fn] + [F4] hot-key combination increases the audio output volume.
Connecting Peripheral Devices To expand your computing capabilities, you can add a variety of external devices to your computer.
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Int ernet Co nnect io n There are numerous ways to connect to the Internet. This may vary from the user’ s working envi ronment as well as system specifications. Ø Using a modem and a telephone line Ø Using a wired LAN Ø Using a wireless LAN (Optional) Using a modem for Connection to Internet Ø Ø Use a telephone line to connect to the modem port of your computer. Do not use a digital telephone line.
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5. In the “This connection uses the following items” field, select “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and click “Properties”.
6. 40 Enter the system’ s IP and DNS server addresses on the General tab of the “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window. If DHCP is used, click “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server address automatically” on the General tab.
7. After all the all the information are correctly entered in the “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window, click “OK” to finish. Using Both DHCP and Static IP for Connection to Internet When you are alternatively using networks with either DHCP or static IP addressing, you can use alternative settings that enable simultaneous configurations of DHCP and static IP to use both of the network connects without reconfiguring. 1.
42 2. Click on the “User configured” and enter the appropriate values in the “Alternate Configuration” tab. 3. When you have completed the entire configuration, click “OK”.
Using Wireless LAN Network for Connection to Internet (Microsoft’ s Service Pack 2) (Optional) 43
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Running BIO S Set up Introduction The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup program is a menu driven utility that enables you to make changes to the system configuration and tailor your system to reflect installed hardware or alter system performance. When the Notebook is turned back on, the system is configured with the values stored in CMOS.
n Item Specific Help On the right side of the Setup screen is an area labeled Item Specific Help. This area will list navigation key shortcuts and information that is specific for the item that you are currently editing. The 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 available on your system, such as enabling the FIR module.
Legend Key Alternate Key → Function Selects the menu item to the right. ↑ or ↓ Keypad arrow keys Moves the cursor up and down between fields. Tab Enter Moves the cursor to the next position available in the field. Minus key (-) Scrolls backward through the values for the highlighted field. Plus key (+) Scrolls forward through the values for the highlighted field. Home PgUp Moves the cursor to the field at the top of the window.
n Save Changes and Exit the Setup Program Refer to the Exit menu section of this chapter for detailed information on saving changes and exiting the setup program.
The Advanced Menu Selecting Advanced from the menu bar displays the Advanced menu: 49
The Security Menu The Notebook’ s advanced system of security allows you to set a password to prevent unauthorized access to system resources, data, and the BIOS Setup Program.
The Boot Menu The Boot menu allows the user to specify the order in which the Notebook is to check for a device to boot the system. You can also configure the way that the system will boot up. To make changes, select Boot from the menu bar.
The 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.
VG A U t ilit ies Installing the Drivers To make installation of the drivers easier, we offer an auto installation method for the Microsoft Windows system. To install the driver for the system, the attached CD disk contains the driver installation, users manual. Follow the step-by-step procedures to execute the "AutoRun" application by selecting the topic of "Driver Installation". Select the drivers that you desired and follow the instructions on the screen.
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n Color 56
n Adapter 57
n Monitor 58
n Troubleshoot 59
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Tro ublesho o t ing This chapter describes locating and solving problems that you may encounter while using your computer. Locating a Problem Problems with your computer can be caused by something as minor as an unplugged power cord – or as major as a damaged hard disk. The information in this chapter is designed to help you find and solve minor problems.
Checking Cables and Connections Start by performing a careful visual inspection of the exterior of the computer. If no LEDs are illuminated, make sure that your computer and its peripherals are getting power and communicating with each other properly. To check the power cables, and connections: 1. If you have been using battery power, connect the Notebook to an external power source and make sure that the battery has a charge. 2.
The Power-On Self Test The Power-On Self Test (POST) runs every time you turn on or reset the Notebook. The POST checks memory, the main system board, the display, the keyboard, the disk drives, and other installed options. A few seconds after you turn on your computer, a copyright message appears on your display screen. A memory test message appears next; as the test continues, memory size increases until all installed memory is tested.
screen. If the controls are turned too far down, the screen will be dark. Problem 3: An incorrect date and time are displayed. Solution3: Correct the date and time using the DOS DATE and TIME commands or the options in the Setup Utility. If the date and time become incorrect after a short time, your CMOS battery may be depleted. Contact your dealer to change the battery. Problem 4: The message: “Invalid system disk, Replace the disk, and then press any key” appears during boot.
Contacting Your Dealer If you still have a problem after reading the preceding sections, the next step is to contact your dealer. Your dealer can determine if the problem is something that requires the computer to be taken to the shop. Before you call your dealer, however, prepare the following information: Ø How is your computer configured? Your dealer needs to know what peripheral devices you are using.
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U pgrading y o ur Sy st em Upgrading your Memory Refer to the following instructions and illustration for information on upgrading your notebook's memory. Ø Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter and all peripherals. Ø Turn the notebook over so that the rear ports are facing you and locate the memory module compartment. Ø Remove the screws that secure the RAM module compartment cover and set it aside in a safe place. Ø Remove the compartment cover and then angling it up and out.
The Easy to Upgrade HDD Module Ø Ø Ø Ø Ø Ø Ø 68 Power down the system completely. Turn the system over with the front of the unit facing you. Remove the three screws that secure the compartment cover and set them in a safe place. Slide the HDD cover away from the compartment. The drive is attached to a special bracket that secures it to the notebook computer. There are 4 screws hold the bracket. Remove the screws and set them in a safe place.
Ø Ø Slide the compartment cover into place and be sure the screw holes on the cover align completely with the screw holes in the case. Secure the cover with the three screws.
Upgrading your System CPU Refer to the following instructions and illustration for information on upgrading your notebook's CPU Ø Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter and all peripherals. From the rear side of your notebook, use your index finger to lift up the hinge cover attached to the LCD screen. Ø Ø 70 Bend your LCD screen into 90 degree angle then carefully lift up the hinge cover. Remove the screen that is attached to the keyboard in order to remove the heatsink on top of the CPU.
Ø Ø Remove all the screws attached to the heatsink. Before removing the screws, there are certain measures to followed in removing the heatsink Ø Ø To remove the heatsink, first loosen the screw carefully. After loosening one screw, be certain that the next to be loosen should be the screw on its adjacent side as shown on the illustration. Be sure to loosen all the screws first before removing it totally to release the heatsink. Failure to do so will cause a major damage to the heatsink.
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Specificat io n Detailed Notebook Specifications Ø Processor Ø Ø Operating System Compliance Ø Ø Core Logic Ø Memory Ø LCD Display Video & Graphics Hard Drive Ø Ø Ø Ø Ø Ø Intel® Pentium® M processor (2nd Ø Intel® Celeron M processor, 1MB Generation Mobile Micro architecture, L2 cache, FSB400MHz, 1.3GHz 2MB L2 cache, 400/533MHz FSB) ~1.
Optical Drive Ø 5.25” 12.7 mm height Combo Drive (DVD-ROM + CD-RW), DVD Dual (DVD+/RW), DVD Multi (DVD-RW+DVD-RAM), Super Multi (DVD+/-RW+DVD-RAM) Pointing Device Ø Synaptics touchpad with 4 way scrolling feature Application Launch Ø Key LED Status Indicator Ø Email, Internet, Power hot key Battery Ø Power, Suspend/Resume, Battery Charging Status, Hard Disk Access, NumLock mode, CapsLock mode, ScrollLock mode 300 mm keyboard with key stroke 3.
Size Ø 326.0(W) x 285.0(D) x 25.3.0(H) mm/32.0 mm (front/back) Weight Ø 2.
Federal Communication Commission I nterferenceStatement l This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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