EUROCOM 8500 DeskNote User’s Manual This manual covers EUROCOM 8500P, 8500P3 and 8500C DeskNote™ models. All distinctions between models are covered throughout this manual. Enjoy your EUROCOM 8500 DeskNote. Notice The company reserves the right to make any updates revisions or changes to the information contained herein as and when deemed necessary. The company is under no obligation to notify any purchaser or end-user of such actions in advance or afterwards.
Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 : GETTING STARTED................................................................. 1-1 UNPACKING THE DESKNOTE.............................................................................1-2 ! POWERING THE SYSTEM...................................................................................1-3 AC Power Adapter...........................................................................................1-3 Battery Pack..............................................................
Removing.......................................................................................................2-29 Replacing Hard Disk Drive............................................................................2-30 ! USING FLOPPY DISK DRIVE ...........................................................................2-31 Inserting/Removing Diskettes........................................................................2-31 Replacing Floppy Disk Drive ...................................................
Working with the Pull-down Menu................................................................3-60 Features of the System Configuration Utility ................................................3-61 Startup Menu ......................................................................................................... 3-61 Memory Menu ....................................................................................................... 3-63 Disks Menu ..........................................................
Step 4: Installing Video-in Driver..................................................................5-19 Step 5: Installing ATI DVD Play Driver (Option) .........................................5-19 APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................
Safety Notice The computer is a delicate device that requires careful handling. Negligence or mistaken use may cause serious damage. Before you learn to operate or use this computer, you need to understand the instruction regarding safety handling. The following mentions the incorrect handling that is seriously inhibited. To keep the computer from being damaged, please keep these precautions in mind. Do not turn off the power during operation. Do not place the computer on an unstable surface.
Do not disassemble the computer yourself. Do not place anything heavy on the computer. Do not touch power cord with a wet hand. Do not use a broken power cord. Keep the computer away from any metal appliance. Do not throw the computer or accessories into fire.
The following mentions the actions that are important for your DeskNote. To keep your DeskNote in excellent condition, please follow the instruction as much as possible. If there is unusual odor, heat or smoke, unplug the power cord immediately. Follow the airline instructions when traveling with your DeskNote. Unplug the power cord when attaching peripheral device. Use the appropriate accessory model of peripheral device for your DeskNote.
Maintain your computer regularly. Do not place heavy things on the power cord. Affix tape to the contact plate while putting the battery into keeping box. Take a rest after a long time of work. The data is easy to lose in low power status. Please keep the computer away from humid environment.
Conventions This manual uses the following conventions to describe, identify, and highlight terms and operating procedures. Text Conventions Text in boldface contains messages that are important for safe operation. Please read. Characters in boldface represent specific items or keys, e.g. CardBus, Fn key. File names are presented in bold capitals, e.g. A:\>0VMAKFIL —Pn.
Ergonomics Developing good work habits are important if you need to work in front of your DeskNote for long periods of time. Improper work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or other joints. The following are some tips to reduce the strain: " Adjust the chair and desk to make your elbow height near the height of keyboard. Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands in a relaxed position. " Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips.
Lighting Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce the eye strain and muscle fatigue in your neck and shoulders. " Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside light sources. " Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to levels that allow you to see the screen clearly. " Position the display directly in front of you at a comfortable viewing distance. " Adjust the display-viewing angle to find the best position.
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 1-1 Chapter 1 : Getting Starte d This chapter provides you with the introduction to the DeskNote Computer. It will familiarize you to the DeskNote’s features, components, operating environment and the power sources.
Unpacking the DeskNote Carefully unpack the DeskNote Computer and the included accessories (Figure 1-1). If there is any discrepancy or problem, contact your dealer immediately. Be sure to save the packing materials in the event that the DeskNote needs to be shipped in the future.
1-3 Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities ! Powering the System You can use the AC power adapter or battery pack to power the computer system. AC Power Adapter Use only the power adapter that comes with your computer. An incorrect type of power adapter will cause damage to the computer and its components. 1. Plug the power adapter cord into the AC-in socket on the rear panel of 2. 3. 4. the computer. Connect the power adapter with the power cord. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded outlet (Figure 1-3).
Battery Pack The battery pack provides power for continuous portable operation of the computer. When using the battery no external power source is required. The actual operation time is related to the application and the configuration you’re using. Inserting 1. Turn the computer over. 2. Fit the battery pack firmly at a slight angle into the computer. 3. Install the four screws to fasten the battery pack (Figure 1-4). Removing 1. Turn the computer over. 2.
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 1-5 Recharging by AC Power The battery pack can be recharged when the computer is connected to power supply with the AC adapter, when the system is in operation or not. • Connect the computer to the power supply with AC adapter to begin charging system’s battery pack. You do not need to turn off the DeskNote’s power. • Allow few (up to 5) hours to fully recharge the battery pack.
! Opening the LCD Cover 1. 2. 3. 4. Move the latch to the right to release the top cover. (Figure 1-5). Lift the top cover to reveal the LCD panel and keyboard (Figure 1-6). Adjust the LCD panel to a comfortable viewing angle. Press the power button to turn the system on or off (refer to Chapter 1, Top-Front View for more information of the power button).
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 1-7 LED Indicators on the LCD Cover Icon Color Description Green Battery power is used with system turning on. Red AC power is used with system turning on. Green Red Blinking Red Figure 1-7 Battery is fully charged. Battery is being charged. Battery power is critically low.
! Top-Front View LCD Panel The EUROCOM 8500 DeskNote provides you with a large 15.1” TFT LCD panel. The LCD panel is driven by a AGP bus video controller with 8 MB video memory. Stereo Speakers Two built-in speakers provide clear stereo sound. Trackpad and Buttons The pointing device features a sensitive glide pad for precise movements. It functions like a two-button mouse does.
1-9 Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities System Status LED Indicators The LED indicators display the system’s operation status. Icon Color Description Green Battery power is used with system turned on. Red Green Red Blinking Red AC power is used with system turned on. Battery is fully charged. Battery is being charged. Battery power is critically low. Green The system has entered the configured suspend mode (either POS or STR mode). Green The hard disk is being accessed.
Microphone LCD Panel Stereo Speakers Power Button Keyboard Trackpad and Buttons Status LED Indicators Figure 1-8
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 1-11 ! Rear View AC-in Socket Plug the AC adapter into this socket for power supply. disconnect, pull the plug (not the cord) directly back. To Security Connector The Security Connector is used to protect your computer from being stolen. Wrap the steel cable around your desk. Then, insert the locking device into this security connector. Parallel Port This parallel port supports EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port) and ECP (Extended Capabilities Port) modes.
External Monitor (CRT) Port This port is used for transmission of the display to an external monitor. Simultaneous display with the LCD panel is available. Dual PS/2 Type Ports A PS/2 type mouse and keyboard can be connected to the system using these ports. However, you cannot connect the same type of PS/2 devices to both ports simultaneously. 1394 Port (8500P model only) A newly developed port which connects with the digital camera.
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 1-13 ! Right-Side View PC Card Sockets One Type III or two Type II PC cards can be used. Both sockets will expand the system capabilities when a PC card is inserted. To eject the PC card, press the appropriate eject button (Figure 2-15). 2.5” Hard Disk Drive The 2.5” hard disk drive is removable. It accepts any 2.5” IDE hard disk drive with a height of 12.7mm or less. Refer to Chapter 2: “Operation” for more information. 3.
Ventilation The computer vents were designed to help dissipate system’s heat produced during normal operation. Do not block or obstruct vents while DeskNote ™ is in use. Right-side Stand Move this stand (together with the left one) to adjust the typing angle. If a high speed CPU is installed, erecting the stands on both sides will be necessary for heat dissipation during operation (Figure 1-12) PC Card Socket Speaker-out 3.5” Floppy Disk Drive 2.
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 1-15 ! Left-Side View 5.25” CD-ROM Drive The 5.25” IDE CD-ROM module is designed to be removable. The eject button is located in the middle of the front cover of the CD-ROM drive. Pressing it will release the CD tray. Infrared The system adopts infrared technology as the interface for simple, fast and convenient data exchange from the computer to an infraredcompatible device. It implements IrDA (HPSIR), Amplitude Shifted Keyed IR (ASKIR), and Fast IR (FIR).
Left-side Stand Move this stand (together with the right one) to adjust the typing angle. If a high speed CPU is installed on the system, erecting the stands on both sides will be necessary for heat dissipation during operation (Figure 1-14).
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 2-17 Chapter 2 : Operation Your EUROCOM 8500 DeskNote has many advanced features to help you with your computer work. This chapter describes each of the computer’s hardware features and shows you how to use them. We strongly discourage EUROCOM DeskNote ™ owners from servicing their systems. Service by untrained individual might result in serious damage to components inside DeskNote. Opening EUROCOM DeskNote™ might result in voiding warranty.
! Upgrading Processor Module on EUROCOM 8500P/3 DeskNote™ The DeskNote computer features the structure of Intel’s Mobile Module (MMC2). The Processor Module incorporates an Intel Pentium Mobile processor, secondary cache, and the Intel PCI set “Northbridge” system controller, voltage regulator, and thermal sensor on a single printed circuit board. The Processor Module is connected to the mainboard through a connector.
2-19 Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities Replacing Processor Module 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Remove all power sources (AC power and battery). Turn the computer over. Remove the CPU cover. Remove the screws that fasten the heat sink mounted on the Processor Module. Carefully detach the Processor Module from the mainboard (Figure 22).
! Upgrading Processor Module on DeskNote 8500C Replacing Processor Module 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Remove all power sources (AC power and battery). Turn the computer over. Remove the CPU cover. Remove the screws that fasten the heat sink mounted on the Processor Module. Carefully detach the Processor Module from the mainboard (Figure 21). Heat Sink and Fan Figure 2-1.
2-21 Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities CPU Cover Figure 2-1.2 Figure 2-1.
Reinstalling Heat Sink Reinstall the CPU in the reverse order of removal. Make sure that the heat sink cable is properly installed.
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 2-23 ! Setting DIP Switch Remove the keyboard to reveal the system’s mainboard. Locate the DIPSwitch (SW1) to set the correct configuration for the following purpose: Flash ROM BIOS update To upgrade your computer, you need to keep up with the latest system BIOS. Consult your dealer for further information. The DIPSwitch needs to be set in the On position when updating the existing system BIOS. The DIP Switches should be reset to the Off position after BIOS updating is complete.
Figure 2-3 SW1 Figure 2-4
2-25 Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities ! Expanding Memory The EUROCOM 8500P/C DeskNote has three memory sockets for different RAM modules to expand the memory up to 384MB * EUROCOM 8500P3 DeskNote has two memory sockets for up to 256MB of RAM. The RAM modules should be 144-pin SODIMM (Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Module) type. The computer supports EDO, and SDRAM operation. The total memory size is automatically detected by the POST routines.
Accessing the Memory Sockets 1. Turn the system power off. 2. Press the two keyboard latches to elevate the keyboard from its 3. normal position (Figure 2-3). Carefully lift the keyboard assembly out to expose the mainboard. Locate the memory sockets (Figure 2-5). Note: # The memory socket Bank 1 is a reverse type, make sure you install the memory module with reverse side to fit its connector. # Please ensure that each edge of the memory module (SDRAM) has no component mounted on (see Figure 2-5.1).
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 2-27 Installing Memory Module Follow the steps below to install the memory module: 1. Turn the system power off. 2. Press the two keyboard latches to elevate the keyboard from its 3. 4. 5. 6. normal position (Figure 2-3). Carefully lift the keyboard assembly out to expose the mainboard. Locate the memory sockets (Figure 2-5). Insert the memory module at a slight angle (45 ) and fit its connectors into the socket firmly.
Removing Memory Module 1. Turn the system power off. 2. Press the two keyboard latches to elevate the keyboard from its 3. 4. 5. 6. normal position (Figure 2-3). Carefully lift the keyboard assembly out to expose the mainboard. Locate the memory sockets (Figure 2-5). Gently pull the two latches outward on both ends of the module. The module will pop up (Figure 2-7). Remove the memory module. Reinstall the keyboard assembly.
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 2-29 ! Using Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive is mounted in a removable case and can be taken out to accommodate other 2.5” IDE hard disk drives with a height of 12.7mm. The system supports drives with 2.0 GB capacities through the Logical Block Addressing (LBA) mode. It also supports Programmed I/O (PIO) mode 4, Bus Master IDE and provides a high performance data transfer rate at speeds up to 33 Mbytes/second (ATA-33). Removing 1. 2. 3. 4. Turn the system power off.
Replacing Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive is contained in a case. To take the hard disk drive out of the case and replace with another one, you need to remove the two screws on each side of the case (Figure 2-9). The location of the two screws may be varied depending on different types of hard disk model. Gently disconnect the cable from the hard disk drive when taking it out of the case. Be careful not to bend any pins or crimp the cable.
2-31 Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities ! Using Floppy Disk Drive The DeskNote computer comes standard with a 1.44MB, 3.5” floppy disk drive module. It is labeled drive A: and may be used as a boot device if properly set. You may replace the floppy disk module with the following options: a 2.5” secondary hard disk drive (of 12.7mm or 17mm high), a 3.0” secondary hard disk drive (of 12.5mm high), a 100MB Zip drive (of 15mm high), or a LS-120 device (of 12.7mm high).
Replacing Floppy Disk Drive 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn the system power off. Turn the computer over. Locate the Floppy Disk Drive latch. Press the latch in the direction indicated and take the floppy disk drive out of the computer (Figure 2-11). Insert the replacement drive (2.5”/3.0” secondary HDD or 100MB Zip drive) firmly into the computer.
2-33 Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities ! Using CD-ROM The EUROCOM DeskNote computer comes standard with a removable 5.25” CD-ROM module. It is labeled drive D: and may be used as a boot device if properly set. To insert a CD, press the Eject Button and place the CD into the Disc Tray with label-side facing up. Push the CD tray in and you are ready to start. The Busy Indicator will light up while data is being accessed or while an audio CD is playing.
Removing CD-ROM Module 1. 2. 3. 4. Turn the system power off. Turn the computer over. Locate the CD-ROM latch. Press the latch in the direction indicated and take the CD-ROM module out of the computer (Figure 2-13).
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 2-35 Loading Compact Discs 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn on the power. Press the CD-ROM eject button; the disc tray will pop out partially. Pull the disc tray out. Carefully load the CD into the disc tray with label-side facing up. Press it gently to ensure it fits into the place (Figure 2-14). Push the tray into the computer.
Handling of Compact Discs Proper handling of your CDs will prevent them from being damaged and ensure the accessibility of data stored in them. $ Hold the CD by the edges; do not touch the surface of the disc. $ Use clean, soft, and dry cloth to remove dust or fingerprints. $ Do not use pen to write on the surface. $ Do not attach any paper or other materials to the surface of the disk. $ Do not store or place the CD in the high-temperature areas.
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 2-37 ! Using PC Card Sockets The computer provides system expansion capabilities with two PC card sockets (previously referred to as PCMCIA). PC cards to be inserted can be LAN, fax/modem, communication devices, or expanded memory. Both sockets support 5V/3.3V 16-bit PC cards and 3.3V 32-bit PC cards (referred to as CardBus). The PC card sockets on the right-side panel support one Type III card (equivalent to two Type II cards).
Inserting PC Cards 1. 2. Open the access door (Figure 2-16). Align the PC card with the slot and push it in firmly until it locks into the place (Figure 2-17). . Figure 2-16 Figure 2-17 Removing PC Cards To remove a PC card, press the appropriate eject button to eject the card from its slot. (Figure 2-15).
2-39 Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities ! Using Hot Keys Located on the bottom-left edge of the keyboard layout is a colored Fn key. The Fn key function allows you to change operational features instantly. When you use the following functions, press and hold the Fn key; then press the appropriate function key (Figure 2-18). Hot Keys System Features Fn + F3 Expand LCD display. Fn + F6 Toggle CRT/LCD/LCD+CRT/TV/CRT+TV. Fn + F9 Decrease LCD brightness. Fn + F10 Increase LCD brightness.
Windows 95 Special Keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows 95: This key has the same functions as the secondary mouse does. This key activates the Windows 95 Start menu.
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 2-41 ! Using Numeric Keypad The computer features a 102-key keyboard with an integrated numeric keypad for easy numeric data input (Figure 2-19).
! Using Power Management The system provides you with various modes to manage its power consumption while maintaining system performance. Please refer to Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities, System Configuration Utility, Power Menu for more information. Advanced Power Management (APM 1.2) The system provides built-in Advanced Power Management (APM 1.2) support to reduce power consumption. APM function varies depending on the operation system you are using.
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 2-43 Suspend and Resume When at extremely low power, you can enter suspend mode to save power. In suspend mode, all tasks are stopped and stored in memory to save power. The system features two levels of suspend mode: Powered-OnSuspend (POS) mode and Suspend-To-Disk (STD) mode. Another useful feature is resume mode. This feature allows you to turn the computer’s power off without exiting your software application.
Suspend To Disk (STD) Suspend to Disk is a 0-volt suspend mode for system power management. STD mode saves the maximum power but takes the longest time to return to full operation. 1. Use your operation system’s FDISK program to delete all partitions of the hard disk if any already exist on the target drive. 2. Boot the system and run the 0VMAKFIL.EXE Utility to create the Suspend to Disk partition on the hard disk.
2-45 Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities ! Attaching Peripheral Devices To extend the computer’s functions, you can attach the following peripheral devices to the computer through the ports or jacks on the rear panel of computer. Attaching a Security Lock The security lock is equipped to protect your computer from being stolen. To install the security lock, wrap the cable around a desk or other immovable object, then insert the locking device into the connector (Figure 2-20).
Attaching a Parallel Printer You may connect any standard Centronics parallel printer to your computer through the parallel port. 1. Turn the system power off. 2. Connect the cable to the parallel port on the rear of the computer. 3. Tighten the screws that fasten the cable to the parallel port (Figure 24. 21). Insert the other end of the cable to the printer’s connector. Fasten the cable’s connector. 5. Turn on the printer and computer.
2-47 Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities Attaching a TV Set The S-Video jack on the rear panel of the computer is used for transmitting video signals to a TV set. You may need to select the video standard for video display. Enter the System Configuration Utility (SCU), Components Menu to specify the appropriate TV mode. Simultaneous display on external monitor (CRT) and TV is available. You can enter the SCU to select the appropriate parameters or use the Fn + F6 keys (refer to Chapter 2, Using Hot Keys).
Attaching a Video Input Device The RCA jack on the rear panel of the computer allows analog composite signal input from external video devices. Attach the device as shown below (Figure 2-23).
2-49 Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities Attaching a USB-compatible Device The computer provides dual USB ports for connection of a USB-compatible keyboard, mouse, or other devices. Attach the device as shown below (Figure 2-24).
Attaching a Serial Mouse The serial port features a 9-pin connector. You can connect any serial device such as a mouse to this port. 1. Turn the system power off. 2. Connect the cable to the serial port on the rear of the computer. 3. Tighten the screws that fasten the cable to the serial port (Figure 24. 25). Turn on the computer. In addition, you may need to install the manufacturer-supplied driver for the serial mouse. Refer to the device’s user’s guide for more information.
2-51 Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities Attaching an External Monitor (CRT) The computer is capable of displaying not only on the LCD, but also on the XGA compatible displays attached to the computer. Information can be displayed on both the LCD and the external monitor simultaneously. Enter the System Configuration Utility (SCU) to select the appropriate parameters or use the Fn + F6 keys (refer to Chapter 2, Using Hot Keys). 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn the system power off.
Attaching a PS/2 Keyboard or Mouse The computer can be operated with a PS/2 keyboard or mouse attached by means of the PS/2 transfer cable. Attach the external keyboard or mouse as shown below (Figure 2-27). Both PS/2 type ports on the rear panel of the computer can be used for the connection of a PS/2 keyboard and mouse.
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 2-53 Attaching a Digital Camera A digital camera can be connected to the computer through the 1394 port. However, not every type or brand of digital camera can be connected to the computer. Choose the camera that comes with a specially designed plug for 1394 port (Figure 2-28).
Chapter 3 : BIOS Utilities This chapter provides you with the information of Power On Self-Test (POST) and shows you how to configure the system parameters using the System Configuration Utility (SCU).
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 3-55 ! Power on Self Test (POST) The system BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) performs a series of Power On Self-Test (POST) on system memory and key computer components every time the computer is turned on. If an error exists, the POST routine may halt execution (depending on the problem). If no error exists, the POST will initializes BIOS configuration, then boots the operating system.
POST Message: Error Detected If an error is detected, you will see the following WARNING message. You may press F1 key to continue, or press the Ctrl-Alt-S keys simultaneously to enter the System Configuration Utility. SystemSoft MobilePRO BIOS Version 1.01 (2482-00) Copyright 1983-1996 SystemSoft Corp. All Rights Reserved 233 MHz Pentium with MMX CPU External Cache: 512KB installed 8 MB Video RAM SystemSoft Plug-n-Play BIOS Ver.1.17.
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 3-57 ! System Configuration Utility The System Configuration Utility (SCU) is a ROM-based configuration utility that displays the system’s configuration status and provides users with a tool to set their system parameters.
Initiating the System Configuration Utility The System Configuration Utility (SCU) can be accessed when pressing the Ctrl, Alt, and S keys simultaneously. to enter System Configuration Utility The above message only lasts seconds. If you miss it, the computer will initiate the boot process. You must reboot the system and try again within the time limit if you want to enter the System Configuration Utility.
3-59 Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities Working with the Menu Bar After entering the SCU, you may use the following keys to work with the menu bar. Keys Alt Left arrow (←) Action Activate menus Select item. menu bar Accept item menu bar Right arrow (→) The highlighted letter key Mouse left button Spacebar Enter Mouse right button Esc Cancel current action Description Activate the System Configuration Utility. Move to a menu bar item on the left. Move to a menu bar item on the right.
Working with the Pull-down Menu When the desired menu bar item is highlighted, press the Enter key to enter the pull-down menu for values setting. You may use the following keys to work with the pull-down menu. Keys Down arrow (↓) Action Select pull-down menu item. Up arrow (↑) The highlighted letter key Tab Down/Up (↓)(↑) Spacebar Select a control arrows Change values Accept entries Enter Esc Reject entries Enter Alt Activate accelerators Esc Quit Description Move to the next pulldown menu item.
3-61 Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities Features of the System Configuration Utility Startup Menu Item Date and Time Fast Boot Boot Device Display Setting/Option Day/Month/Year Hour/Minute/Second Enable Disable Diskette A Hard Disk C CD-ROM Drive LCD CRT LCD + CRT TV LCD + TV CRT + TV LCD + CRT + TV Enable Battery Low Beep Enable LCD Expand Mode Enable Disable Enable Disable Function Set the current date and time.
Item Enable Power On Beep Boot Password SCU Password Setting/Option Enable Disable Enter old Power-On Password Enter new Power-On Password Verify new Power-On Password Enable Password to Power-On Enter old Setup Password Enter new Setup Password Verify new Setup Password Enable Setup Password Figure 3-2 Startup Menu Function Enable or Disable Power On Beep. Set password for booting computer. Users are authorized to start the system after entering correct password. Set password for modifying SCU.
3-63 Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities Memory Menu Item Cache Systems Setting/Option L1 Disabled Cache Write Back L2 Cache BIOS Shadow Video Shadow Disabled Write Back Cached Not Cached Cached Not Cached Function Disable the processor’s internal cache. Enable the Processor’s internal write-back cache. Disable the L2 cache controller. Enable the LS write-back cache. The process of shadowing copies instructions from system BIOS into RAM to improve system performance. Disable the above.
Disks Menu Item Diskette Drives IDE Settings Enable LS120/ZIP Drive Setting/Option Drive A None 1.44 Mb 2.88 Mb Primary HDD Drive Enabled PIO Mode CD-ROM / Drive Enabled DVD-ROM / PIO Mode 3rd HDD LS120 /ZIP/ Drive Enabled nd 2 HDD PIO Mode Enable Disable Figure 3-4 Disks Menu Function Specify the drive types for the diskette drive A. Enable enhanced settings. IDE Enable the LS120 or ZIP drive. Disable the LS 120 or ZIP drive.
3-65 Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities Components Menu Item COM Ports LPT Port Setting/Option COM A I/O None Settings COM1, 3F8, IRQ4 COM2, 2F8, IRQ3 COM3, 3E8, IRQ10 COM4, 2E8, IRQ11 COM B I/O None Settings COM1, 3F8, IRQ4 COM2, 2F8, IRQ3 COM3, 3E8, IRQ10 COM4, 2E8, IRQ11 Mode Normal (16550) Setting for IrDA (HPSIR) COM B ASK IR FAST IR DMA DMA 0 Setting for DMA 1 Fast IR DMA 3 Port Address Port Definition DMA Setting For ECP Mode EPP Type Function Specify the COM A configuration.
Item PS/2 Mouse Port Setting/Option Enable Disable Microsoft Intellimouse Support Enable Disable Keyboard Numlock Enable Disable Keyboard Repeat Key Repeat Rate Key Delay 2 cps 6 cps 10 cps 15 cps 20 cps 30 cps 1/4 sec 1/2 sec 3/4 sec 1 sec TV Mode Video Mode in ZV Port Enabled NTSC PAL NTSC-Japan Disabled Enabled Enable Disable Function Enable the system’s trackpad or an external PS/2 mouse. Disable the trackpad or PS/2 mouse if an external mouse is connected to COM A port.
3-67 Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities Item Modem Port Setting/Option None Port 3E8, IRQ 11 Port 2E8, IRQ 11 Port 3F8, IRQ 11 Port 3E8, IRQ 9 Port 2E8, IRQ 9 Port 3F8, IRQ 9 Port 2F8, IRQ 9 Port 2F8, IRQ 11 Figure 3-5 Components Menu Function Specify the Modem Port settings.
Power Menu Item Enable Power Saving Low Power Saving Setting/Option Enable Disable Enable Disable Medium Power Saving Enable Disable High Saving Power Enable Disable Customize Disk Standby 5 sec 10 sec 15 sec 20 sec 30 sec Always on Global Timeout 1 min 2 min 4 min 6 min 8 min 12 min 16 min Always on Function Enable/Disable all power saving features. Enable/Disable the power saving to its lowest which results in max. performance but shortest battery life.
3-69 Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities Item Suspend Controls Setting/Option Power Power Button On/Off Function Suspend/ Resume Lid Switch Function Suspend Type Suspend Timeout Resume Timer Alarm Suspend/ Resume LCD Panel Off/On Suspend to Disk Powered on Suspend 1 min 5 min 10 min 20 min 30 min Never Enable Function The power button is switched to turn the system on or off. The power button acts as a suspend/resume button for switching the system between a working state and the suspend mode.
Item Enable MODEM Ring Resume Enable Battery Low Suspend Advance CPU Controls Setting/Option Enable Disable Enable Disable Clock Control Mechanism Full Mode Function Resume the system from STR or POS mode when a modem ring is detected (which modem should be connected to the serial port). Disable the above. Automatically suspend the system to disk upon a low battery condition. Disable the above. Specify the type of Processor Clock Control.
Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 3-71 Exit Menu Item Save and Exit Exit (No Save) Default Settings Restore Settings Version Info Figure 3-7 Exit Menu Function Save the current settings and reboot the system. Exit without saving any current changes. Restore the default settings (the original ones found in ROM). Restore the current setup settings to the original custom ones. Show current BIOS version information.
Chapter 5: Installing Drivers 4-1 Chapter 4 : Troubleshoot ing Sometimes your computer has some problems. Before you consult the computer vendor, you can try to solve problems yourself. This chapter provides you with a list of some commonly experienced problems and their possible solutions.
! Battery Problem: Solution 1: Solution 2: Problem: Solution 1: Solution 2: Solution 3: Problem: Solution: Problem: Solution: Problem: Solution1: Solution 2: Solution 3: Solution 4: Solution 5: The battery pack can not be charged. The battery pack is exposed to excessively hot and cold environment. Let it restore to normal condition before you use it. The power might be used up. The battery pack can not be charged and the charge indicator turns off. The battery has been fully charged.
Chapter 5: Installing Drivers 4-3 ! Power Problem: Solution 1: Solution 2: Problem: Solution 1: Solution 2: The computer can not boot when the battery pack is not inserted. The power cord is not correctly connected with AC adapter. Make sure the power cord is firmly plugged into grounded outlet and computer. The grounded outlet is not in normal operation. Check the outlet’s function or use other outlet. The system has automatically entered suspend mode. The system’s temperature is too high.
! Floppy Disk Drive Problem: Solution 1: Solution 2: Solution 3: Solution 4: The floppy disk drive can not write data to disk. The floppy is not formatted. The floppy is write-protected. Please cancel the protection. The data is written to incorrect disk drive. The space left on disk is not enough. Please use a new disk or delete the unneeded data. Problem: Solution 1: Solution 2: Solution 3: The disk drive can not read the disk. The disk is not formatted. The disk is damaged.
Chapter 5: Installing Drivers 4-5 ! LCD Panel Problem: Solution: The font is too dark. The brightness or contrast is not correctly set. Please press Fn+F7 or Fn+F8 key combination (only limited to DSTN panel) to adjust the contrast control, and use Fn+F9 or Fn+F10 to adjust the brightness control. Problem: Solution 1: Solution 2: The screen is blank. The panel blank application might be set. The system operates the screen saver after a specified period of time.
! Memory Module Problem: Solution: The computer can not boot. The incorrect type of memory module is installed. Problem: Solution: The memory capacity is not enough. The memory is not correctly configured for the application. Problem: Solution: The detected memory capacity is not correct. Some memory module is not correctly installed or not compatible with your computer. Problem: Solution: The message “out of memory” is displayed.
Chapter 5: Installing Drivers 4-7 ! Boot Password Problem: Solution: You forget the boot password. While forgetting the password, you must unpack the computer and delete the memory. Please ask the vendor for help ! Audio Problem: Solution: The audio speaker can not be heard. The volume might be set too low. Please check your volume control. Problem: Solution: The volume is too high (or too low). The volume is not correctly set. Please check your volume control.
! CD-ROM Problem: Solution: The compact disk can not be exited. The compact disk is not correctly placed in the tray. Problem: Solution 1: Solution 2: The compact disk can not be read. The compact disk is not correctly placed in the tray. The compact disk is dirty. Please clean it with a CD-ROM cleaner kit. Problem: The musical compact disk can be read while the data disk can not. The compact disk hardware for reading data needs to be checked.
Chapter 5: Installing Drivers 4-9 ! Printer Problem: Solution: The printer can not be set up. The printer power cord is not plugged into or the connector is not correctly connected. Problem: Solution 1: Solution 2: The printer can not work. The printer is not power on. Please turn on the printer. The printer is not in “connected” status. Please set the printer in “connected” status. The printer paper is used up. Please add the paper. The printer driver is not installed or correctly chosen.
Chapter 5 : Installing Driv ers This chapter provides users the step-by-step instructions of installing device drivers and utilities. Information has been designed to suit for the users who has the basic computer knowledge. However, the inexperienced users also can get good help from the instruction. ! ! ! ! ! Installing Windows 95 Installing Windows 98 Installing Drivers in Windows 95 Installing Drivers in Windows NT4.
Chapter 5: Installing Drivers 5-11 ! Installing Windows 95 Preparation for installing Windows 95: 1. Use a bootable floppy disk to start the system. 2. Run FDISK utility from DOS to create a bootable partition. (See DOS manual for the operation detail.) 3. Format hard disk. Follow the command “Format C:/S” to create a bootable hard disk and make the boot system file. (C;/S copies system files to the formatted disk) 4. Run CDINST.
remove the disk, then click “OK”. 15. Click “Next” to start copying Windows 95 files to your computer. 16. Click “Finish” to restart Windows 95. 17. On the screen of “Set Up a Printer”, click “Cancel”. Note: Do not install a printer at this time. You will not be able to access the Windows 95 Installation CD until you reboot. 18. Click “OK” to restart the computer.
Chapter 5: Installing Drivers 5-13 ! Installing Windows 98 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. Start DOS. Insert the Windows 98 CD-ROM. Type “setup”, then press [Enter]. Follow the instructions on the screen and choose the recommended option. The Windows 98 setup program will check the hard disk drive automatically. When the setup initializes, click “Continue”. Choose “License Agreement” to agree the contrast. Click “Next” to type the product ID number. Click “Next” .
! Installing Drivers in Windows 95 Step 1: Installing USB Driver # # Download “USB supplement path update file” from Microsoft and Intel web site. Run “USB supplement path” to install the driver. Step 2: Installing TXPATCH Driver # # # # Locate the driver “[TXPATCH] Intel 82371xb.inf TX” from the CD-ROM. Run “setup.exe”. Follow the instruction to finish the installation. Restart the system. Step 3: Installing VGA Driver # # # # Double click “Start”. Select “Run”. Open the path “D:\WIN9X\setup.exe.
5-15 Chapter 5: Installing Drivers Step 4: Installing Audio Driver (1978S M2E) # # # # # # # # # # # Double click “Start”. Select “Setting”. Click “Control Panel”/”System”/”Device Manager”. Select “Other devices”. Remove “Unknown Device”. Click “OK”, then restart the system. After entering into WIN95 system, the program will automatically go to the “Add New Hardware Wizard” (PCI Multimedia Audio Device). Click “next”/”Other locations”. Click “Browse” to locate the audio driver from the CD-ROM.
Step 6: Installing Video-in Driver # # # # # # # Boot the system, press Ctrl + Alt + S to enter SCU system. Select “Components”. Enable “Video In Mode”. Under Windows 95, double click “Start”. Select “Run”. Open the path “D:\video-in\setup.exe. Run “setup.exe” to finish the installation. Step 7: Installing ATI DVD Play Driver (Option) Note: Make sure that you have already successfully installed the VGA Driver, Audio Driver and DirectX5 or DirectX6 beforehand.
Chapter 5: Installing Drivers 5-17 ! Installing Drivers in Windows NT 4.0 Note: After installing Windows NT4.0, please install Service Pack3 to enhance the function. Download the latest Service Pack3 version from the Microsoft web site. Step 1: Installing VGA Driver # # # # # # # # # # # Double click “Start”. Select “ “setting”. Click “Control Panel”. Select “Display”. Click “Setting”. Select “ Display Type”, and then select “Change”. Click “Have Disk”. Select “Browse” to specify the location.
! Installing Drivers in Windows 98 Step 1: Installing VGA Driver # # # # Double click “Start”. Select “Run”. Open the path “D:\WIN9X\setup.exe. Run “setup.exe” to finish installation. Note: When ATI VGA driver has existed in WIN95 system, click “Start”, select “Run”, open the path “atiuinst-clean”, and then double-click “OK” to finish installation. Step 2: Installing Audio Driver (1978S M2E) # # # # # # # # # # # # # Double click “Start”. Select “Setting”. Click “Control Panel”. Select “system”.
Chapter 5: Installing Drivers 5-19 Step 3: Installing PCMCIA Driver # # # # # Click “Start”/”Control Panel”/”System”. Remove PCMCIA. Delete the two sub-directories [Generic CardBus Controller]. Switch to DOS. Copy the file [PCMCIA.inf] to the directory [C:\windows\inf]. Restart Win98 system. Step 4: Installing Video-in Driver # # # # # # Boot the system. Press Ctrl+Alt+S to enter the SCU system. Select “Components”, and enable “Video In Mode”. Go to WIN98 system, double click “Start”. Select “Run”.
Appendix B--I/O Port Pin Assignments Appendix A: Specifications This following are the features and specifications of the EUROCOM DeskNote computer.
Appendix B--I/O Port Pin Assignments ! System BIOS − − 256KB Flash ROM Plug and Play 1.0a ! Display − − − − − 15.1”/15.0” TFT XGA LCD panel 8MB display memory SGRAM type (100MHz) Support VPM 1.10 (Zoomed Video Port) DVD S-Video TV out Tri-view™ for a triple, TV, CRT & LCD. ! Storage − − − − − − VI 3.5” FDD 12.7mm(h) LS-120MB floppy drive 15mm(h) IO Mega 100MB ZIP drive 2.5” hard disk drive (12.7 or 17mm high) 2.5” (12.7mm high) or 3.0” (12.5mm high ) or 2.
Appendix B--I/O Port Pin Assignments ! Audio − − − − − − Sound-Blaster Pro™ version 3.
Appendix B--I/O Port Pin Assignments ! Power − − AC input: 100~240V, 47~63Hz Lithium-Ion Battery/Lithium-Ion Smart Battery ! Size & Weight − − 358mm(w)x280mm(d)x50mm(h) 4.2kg (with Lithium-Ion battery) ! Keyboard − 102 keys Win95 keyboard include numeric keypad. ! BIOS − − One 256KB Flash ROM. Systemsoft BIOS with Smart Battery, Plug and Play, ACPI.
