ATEC AF8 LCD PC User Manual FLATOP8

ATEC Co., Ltd. LCD PC FLATOP8

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2presents dangers,warnings and reasons forcaution when using this device.presents notes on using the device.!A F 8Please read this manual before you contact us for serv i c ePlease read this manual before you start to use it.LCD PCU S E R M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S E R M A N U A LU S E R M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S E R M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S E R M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S E R M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S E R M A N U A LU S E R M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S E R M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S E R M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S E R M A N U A LU S E R M A N U A LU S ER M A N U A LU S E R M A N U A L
3T h i suser Manual was produced with careful consideration, but please let us know if there is anything that is wrong or needs correcting. T h i smanual may not, in whole or in part, be reproduced, photocopied, transcribed, translated, or transmitted inwhatsoever form without the prior permission of the manufacturer.T h esize and appearance of this device may be changed for improvement without notice.
4FCC Compliance StatementThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in aresidential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installedand used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. 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 determinedby turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or moreof the following measure :●Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.●Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.●Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.●Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
5B a t t e ry Warning InstructionC a u t i o nIf battery is incorrectly replaced there poses a danger of explosion. Replace Battery only with same or equipment typerecommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.Fuse Warning InstructionC a u t i o nFor continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with same type and rating off use. Disconnect input powerbefore serving. Only connect this equipment to an earthed socket outlet.Laser ProductClass 1 Laser Pro d u c tThis appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a 〞CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT〞. To use this model properly, read this Owner’s Manual carefully and keep this manual for future reference. In case of any trouble withthis model, please contact your nearest〞Authorized Repair Center〞. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.C a u t i o nThe laser used in the CD-ROM drive can damage your eyes. Do not attempt to open the coverTo reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover(or back).No user-serviceable parts inside.Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.Do not open the top cover of the drive and never touch the internal parts in order to avoid EXPOSURE TO INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION.When the power switch is On, do not place your eyes close to the foat panel opening door and other openings to look into the inside of the drive.
6I m p o rtant Safety Instru c t i o n sThe following instructions pertain to the risk of fire, electric shock or bodily injury.Please read all of these instructions carefully.1. Save these instructions for later use.2. Follow all of the instructions and warnings marked on this product or included in this manual.3. Do not use this computer on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.4. Slots and openings in the cabinet and back have been provided for ventilation. To ensure the reliable operation of your computer, and to protect in from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. Don′t use this product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.5. Never push objects of any kind into the computer through the cabinet openings, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electrical shock. Never spill liquid of any on the product.6. This computer should only be connected to the AC power source indicated on your computer system′s information abel. If you are not sure of the type of AC power available, consult your dealer or local power company. Only connect this computer to a power outlet that matches the power requirements of this computer.7 . Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord.Do not locate this product where people will walk on the cord.8. If you have to use an extension cord with this computer, make sure that thetotal amperage rating of all equipment plugged into it dose not exceed the amperagerating of the extension cord. Also, make sure that the total of all products plugged into the main AC power outlet dose not exceed 3.5amps.9. Unplug your computer from the main electrical power outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.10. Do not use this computer near water.11. This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third(grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable toinsert or replace your obsolete outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug.
7M a i n t e n a n c eIf the product does not operate normally, adjust only these controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and may require extensive repair work to restore the product to normal operation.Unplug this product from the main power outlet and call for service under any of the following conditions :A. If the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.D. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.E. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.S t o pIf you ever have to remove the main system unit cover observe the following precautions :A. The power supply cord must be unplugged before the main system unit cover is removed. B. Once removed, the cover must be replaced and screwed in position before the powersupply cord is plugged back in.
B e fo re You Start1. Product Features 1 02. Equipment Checklist 113. Notes on Installation and Operation 1 2I n t ro d u c t i o n1. Appearance 1 42. Computer Status Indicator Panel 1 63. Connecting the Power Cord 1 7Getting Start e d1. Booting 1 82. Shutdown 2 13. Installing the Drivers 2 24. Using an External Monitor 4 35. Installing a Printer 4 56. Using a Wired Keyboard and a Mouse 4 97. Using a Wireless Keyboard and a Mouse 5 18Table of ContentsGood usage will give thep roduct a long lifeThank you for purchasing our F L ATO Pproduct. In order to receive maximume f fectiveness from this product, please read this manual before you startto use it.Table of Contents
A d vanced Operat i o n s1. Entering the System Setup 5 62. Turning the power on with the Keyboard 5 7I m p r oved Computer Pe r fo rm a n c e1. Opening the Computer Cover 6 02. Composition of the Mainboard and Connectors 6 13. Improving the CPU performance 6 34. Expanding the Memory 6 45. Installing cards in the Expansion Slot 6 6Tro u bl e s h o o t i n g 6 8Table of Contents 9
1 0Before You StartEASY SCALABILITYExpansion slot with 2PCI/1AMR Bus;2PCI or 1 PCI/AMR BusN E T W O R KRealteck RTL 8139BV I D E OSupport for Intel 810e Chipset 3DCACHE MEMORYL2 cache memory of 256KBCD-ROM DRIVE24X Slim sizeS O U N DAvance ALC AC′97 sound codecM E M O RY64MB DRAM, expandable to 512MBK E Y B O A R D/ M O U S EChoose between w i r e d / w i r e l e s skeyboard and mouseHIGH MOBILITYlight weight of 10.5kgCPU Intel PentiumⅢ( F C P G A )S C R E E NVertical viewing angle of -5°~ 2 5 °, Horizontal viewing angle (+left/-right) of 120°, and vertical visible screen angle of 90°Product FeaturesProduct FeaturesMODEL : AF8LCD 1024 x 768 Max. resolution and 16.7 million colors on 1 5 .1󰢆TFT LCD screen
Before You Start 1 1Check to make sure that you have all the following items. If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately.F L ATO PKey b o a rdMouse Power Cabl eUser M a nu a l F L AT O PC D s Wi n d o ws 98 CD and I n s t a l l a tion boot diskThe FLATOP CDs contain the system programs, device drivers and utilities.O p t i on: Wireless Keyboard, Wireless Mouse,DVD-ROM DRIVE, MicEquipment ChecklistEquipment Checklist
1 2Before You StartA good installation environment gives the product a longer life.Please sit the product on a stable and secure surf a c e .I n s t a l l a tion Env i ro n m e n tNotes on Installation and OperationNotes on Installation and OperationMaintain an optimum temperature and humidity;5 - 2 5℃and 30%Clean the LCDpanel with a softmaterials(such ascotton cloth)Sit the product ona stable andsecure surfaceInstall theproduct in aw e l l - v e n t i l a t e droom, notexposed todirect sunlight.
Before You Start 1 3Damage caused by the user′s misuse or carelessness is not covered by the warranty service.!Cautions in UseDo not drop orshake the product. Do not spill beverages, such as coffee, on the product Do not scratch orjolt the LCDs u r f a c e .Do not lift up theproduct by holdingthe LCD panel.Do not spray anydetergent directly onto theLCD screen.(lest you mark the screen p e r m a n e n t l y )Do not insert anyf o r e i g nsubstances intop r o d u c t .
Become familiar with the names of the extern a lC o m p o n e n t s■The Fro n tThis section describes the appearance and the various buttons andfunctions of the product. Please refer to the brief descriptions andnames given in the illustrations in order to learn the functions of eachc o m p o n e n t .M i c r o p h o n ePower ButtonSpeaker Vo l u m eCD-ROM DRIVEBuilt-in Speaker1 5 . 1󰢆TFT LCD PanelLCD Screen BrightnessStatus Indicator Panel3 . 5 󰢆F D DBuilt-in SpeakerThis 392(W)mm x 430(H) sized product provides a space-saving feature andthe display gives vertical viewing angles between -5°and 25°and a cleanscreen quality even when you view it from the side.▶Built-in Microphone (option)▶Power can be turned On or Offwhen the power cord is connectedto a wall outlet (standby mode)▶adjusts the speaker volume▶24X Slim size CD-ROM drive▶Max. 5W output▶16.7 million colors at 1024 x 768 Max.r e s o l u t i o n▶Adjusts the LCD Screen Brightness▶Indicates the current status ofo p e r a t i o n▶Max. 5W output▶1.44 Floppy Disk Drive1 4I n t r o d u c t i o nAppearance Appearance
I n t r o d u c t i o n1 5Serial Port■The Back󰦙Parallel PortMouse ConnectorVideo ConnectorSelector Switchfor KeyboardLine inM i c r o p h o n eJ o y s t i c k / M i d iWireless KeyboardID Reset SwitchKeyboard Connector▶Select between wired andwireless keyboard▶Output terminal for external speakers▶Game port and Midi▶Terminal for ExternalM i c r o p h o n e▶The reset switch for thewireless keyboard ID▶External monitorconnection point▶PS/2 type mouse connector▶Communication port (COM1)▶Printer port (LPT1)▶PS/2 type keyboard connectorSpeaker OutUSB PortPower ConnectorRJ-45 Port▶Input for 240V/100Vp o w e r▶1 0 / 1 0 0 M b p sEthernet port▶Port for USBc o n n e c t i o n
1 6I n t r o d u c t i o n:When this light is on, it means the computer′spower is on.: When this light is on, it means the computeris accessing the internal hard disk.Power-On IndicatorL i g h tHDD In Use IndicatorL i g h tThese indicatorlights are onwhen a wirelesskeyboard is beingu s e d !The computer status indicator panel shows the current operationof the computer. There is a symbol for each indicator light onF L AT O P ′s indicator panel for the user to easily understand the current status of the computer.R e d : Normal power-onGreen : HDD in useGreen: NUM LOCK in useGreen: CAPS LOCK in useGreen: SCROLL LOCK in useComputer Status Indicator PanelComputer Status Indicator PanelNUM LOCK CAPS LOCKSCROLL LOCKThis indicates that the number keypadof the FLATOP wireless keyboardThis indicates that the alphabet can beused only in capitalsThe arrow keys can be used as thekeys for screen adjustmentPOWER-ON HDD In Use NUM LOCK CAPS LOCK SCROLL LOCK
I n t r o d u c t i o n1 7Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector onthe back of the computer as shown below.Connect the other end to the 240V/100V wall outlet.When the computer is connected to the wall outlet, but is notbeing used, it will automatically switch to standby mode.The FLATOP voltage is automatically set between 100V and240V without using a conversion switch.123When the computer is in the standby mode pressing either thepower button or any key can start the computer.Connecting the Power CordConnecting the Power CordPower connectorPower cordWall outlet
1 8Getting StartedPower buttonIf you press the power button softly, as shown below, the powerindicator light turns on.Please make sure that the keyboard, mouse and other peripheraldevices are correctly connected before you turn the computer on.B o o t i n gB o o t i n g■For turning the power on using the key b o a rdIf using Keyboard/Mouse Power On in the [Integrated Peripherals]section in CMOS Setup utillty, you can turn the computer on byentering the password.HDD indicator lightPower-On indicator light(please refer to page 47)
Getting Started1 9The first thing you have to do when you turnthe computer on for the first timeA window appears prompting youto enter information aboutyourself. Enter your name andyour company, and click theb u t t o n .A window showing the licenseagreement appears. SelectA g r e e and click theb u t t o n .12The authentication window appears.Enter the product number providedin the Windows 98 User M a n u a l(enclosed with the computer). Enter the number and click theb u t t o n .3
2 0Getting StartedClick the button inthe start wizard window.Windows 98 starts.45FLATOP has a variety of software, including Microsoft Windows 98,installed in its hard disk. Please read the Windows 98 User′sManual carefully to gain insight into its operation.
Getting Started2 1Computer ShutdownClick S t a r tand select Shut down to turn the computer off .The computer turns offautomatically after 3~4 secondsWhen you are not usethe computer for a longperiod of time, movingit or cleaning it, pleasebe sure to disconnectthe computer from thewall outlet.S h u t d o w nS h u t d o w nPlease follow this method if the computer does not operaten o r m a l l y ,or if it needs a restart due to an error occurring.1. Click <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Del> keys.2. Press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or more,and release it.( When the computer does not restart as in No.1 above )
2 2Getting StartedDouble-click the My Computer icon on the desktop. Right-Button clickthe CD-ROM disk and select O p e n. Double-click the I N F _ U P D AT E f o l d e r. Run the Setup.1➊➊How to install INF_UPDAT EIf Unknown deviceis indicated in the Device Manager of the Systemother device Properties dialog box, follow this procedure.Installing the DriversInstalling the Drivers
Getting Started2 3Click the button to continue the setup.2Select the button in the S o f t w a r e License Agreement.When the setup is complete, restart the system.3
2 4Getting StartedHow to Install the Video DriverDouble-click the My Computericon. Right-Button click the CD-ROMdisk and select O p e n➋➋Open the V G A folder andthen the Wi n 9 x f o l d e r .1
Getting Started2 5Run the S e t u p.2Click the b u t t o n .3Click the button in the Software License Agreementw i n d o w.4
2 6Getting StartedSelect the folder into which the V G A driver willbe installed and click the b u t t o n .5When the driver installation is complete, selectRestart the ComputerN o w and click the b u t t o n .6For a trouble-free driver installation, please be sure to restart the computer.!
Getting Started2 71Open AL C 1 0 0 and thenWindows 982How to Install the Sound Driver( AVA N C E - A L C 1 0 0 )➌➌If a PCI Multimedia AudioDevice exists, it meansthe sound driver is noti n s t a l l e d .Right-Button click onSound folder on the CD ROM and select Op en
2 8Getting StartedRun the S e t u p.3Choose E n g l i shand click the b u t t o n .4Setup Process
Getting Started2 9Click the b u t t o n .5Click the Add/Remove softwareicon for the setup options6
3 0Getting StartedSelect Yesfor application installation.78Click the b u t t o n .
Getting Started3 19If the Add New Hardware Wi z a r d wants to search for a driver, click the b u t t o n .
3 2Getting StartedSelect Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended)and click the b u t t o n .1 0Specify the location to search in and click the b u t t o n .1 1If any new driver are discovered, click the b u t t o n .1 2
Getting Started3 3Click the button to copy the driver file.1 3When driver installation is complete, click the b u t t o n .1 4Click the button for application installation.1 5
3 4Getting StartedSpecify the directory to which the application has been copiedand click the b u t t o n .1 6If you want to see the sound setup details, click Yes.If not, click the b u t t o n .1 7Setup Process
Getting Started3 5For a trouble-free driver installation,please be sure to restart the computer.!Click the button to confirm driver installation.1 8When the entire installation is complete, click theb u t t o n .1 9
3 6Getting StartedHow to Install the Network DriverMake sure that the Other Devicesof System Properties includes a P C IEthernet Controller.󰠊󰠊If a PCI EthernetController exists, thatmeans the networkdriver is not installed yet.Choose PCI Ethernet Controllerand Click b u t t o n1
Getting Started3 7Click the b u t t o nin the PCI Ethernet controllerp r o p e r t i e s.2If the Update Device Driver Wi z a r dwindow appears, click thebutton. 3Select Search for a better driver than the only your device isusing now (Recommended) and click theb u t t o n .4
3 8Getting StartedSelect the location to search. Click the b u t t o nto specify the driver′s location and then click theb u t t o n .5If the device name for the driver you want to install matches,click the b u t t o n .6When you click the button, the file copy will begin.!
Getting Started3 9During installation, the computer may need the Windows 98 CD. So,please have the CD ready. If the computer looks for r t l8 1 3 9 . s y s during installation, specify the D :\L a n\w i n 9 8 folder and click the b u t t o n .7When the driver installation is complete,click the button to restart the computer. 8
4 0Getting StartedHow to Install an AMR modemTo search for a driver in Add New Hardware Wi z a r d,click the b u t t o n󰠋󰠋Select Search for a suitable driver for my device (Recommended)and click the b u t t o n .1The AMR modem is an option. You have to have an AMRmodem card installed toinstall a driver for it.
Getting Started4 1Select the location to search. Click the button to specify the driver′s location and then click theb u t t o n .2If the device name for the driver you want to install matches,click the button. When you click the button, the file copy will begin.3
4 2Getting StartedWhen the driver copy is complete, click the b u t t o n .This completes the A M R modem driver installation.4Select in Add Country, Enable PBX and click theb u t t o n .5
Getting Started4 31. To use an external monitor, you must have the FLATOP VGAdriver installed.2. Turn off FLATOP when you connect the video connector into anexternal monitor!Using an External MonitorUsing an External MonitorConnect the video connector on the back of FLATOP to theexternal monitor. This section describes how to connect an external monitor to yourF L ATOP computer.As the FLATOP LCD monitor has adoptedTFT (Thin Film Transistor)technology to 16.7 millioncolors and 1024 x 768 resolution, you can enjoy a vivid screen quality without using an external monitor.External monitorVi d e oconnector
4 4Getting StartedIf you connect an externalmonitor without turning offyour FLATO P, the computerwill not be able to find theexternal monitor as shown inthe diagram.Once the external monitor is found, you can choose between the LCD panel (Figure 1) and external monitor (Figure 2), or both.▲(Figure 1) LCD panel selected▼(Figure 2) External monitors e l e c t e dLCD technologyFLATOP has adoptedBlack Matrix technologyto give it an excellentscreen quality. You canclearly recognizethe difference in qualitywhen you compareFLATOP with other p r o d u c t s .
Getting Started4 5Connect the printer cable tothe print port of the computer.When the connection isestablished, first turn on the printer and then FLATO Pto start Windows 98.12Make sure thatyour computer isturned off beforeyou begin thei n s t a l l a t i o n .Installing a PrinterInstalling a Printer
4 6Getting StartedDouble-click the My Computer icon. Openthe Printer folder and run Add Printer. The Add Printer Wi z a r d begins. Click the b u t t o n .34Make sure that the printer is connected and click the b u t t o n .5
Getting Started4 7Select the LPT1 and click theb u t t o n .7Select the manufacturer and model name,and click the button. If you have an installation disk, click the b u t t o n .6
4 8Getting StartedIn the Test Page Printw i n d o w, select Ye sand click theb u t t o n .Type the printer name you want and click the b u t t o n .89Check the print quality and click the b u t t o n .This completes the printer setup.1 0
Getting Started4 9To connect a wired keyboard and a mouse, turn off the computer and set theselection switch for wire d / w i reless keyboard and mouse to Wi r ed Use. FLATOP provides for a wired PS/2 keyboard and mouse by default, but you can choose to use a wireless keyboard and mouse if preferred.!Using a Wired Keyboard and a MouseUsing a Wired Keyboard and a MouseWireless Use Wired UseSelection switch for wired/wireless of keyboard and mouse
5 0Getting StartedK e y b o a r dc o n n e c t o rMouse connectorConnecting the mouse to the FLATO PConnect the mouse to the FLATO P.󰟳and connect the keyboard cord of thetwo cords from the keyboard to the keyboard socket of FLATO P.󰟴2Connecting the mouse to the keyboardConnect the two keyboard cords to the two sockets for keyboard and mousein the computer.󰟳And then connect the mouse to the keyboard.󰟴1Two Methods to Connect Wi r ed Keyboard sK e y b o a r dc o n n e c t o rMouse connector󰟳󰟳󰟴󰟴
Getting Started5 1Function keypad IR radiation Selection switch for trackball/mouseNumber keypadCursor keypad(arrow keys)The wireless keyboard used for FLATOP provides a high spaceutilization with 5m operation distance and 30°operation angle.■H ow to use the key b o a rd bat t e ryF L ATO P′s wireless keyboard uses DC 3V. The life of the battery spansabout 3 months (depending on the keyboard operation time). When the keyboard is not in use, it automatically converts to the power saving mode to reduce wasting the battery. Tr a c k b a l lUsing a Wireless Keyboard and a MouseUsing a Wireless Keyboard and a Mouse
5 2Getting StartedBattery Inner B a t t e r yC o v e r➊➊Changing the Battery1. The keyboard uses 2dry batteries of DC 1.5V and AA size.2. Turn the computer upside down and open the battery cover. Insert the batteries according to the + and - poles.3. Use batteries from the same supplier for higher eff i c i e n c y.4. Changing 2dry batteries at the same time will help the battery lastl o n g e r
Getting Started5 3Selection switch fort r a c k b a l l / m o u s eMake sure that the computer is turned off before you connect the mouse.You cannot connect two mouses at the same time.■Selection sw i t c h for tra ck b a l l / m o u s eTo use the trackball, move the switch so that ″T″is seen To use the mouse, move the switch so that ″M″is seen !Using the MouseF L AT O P ′s wireless keyboard has two bus-type mouse sockets on its right and left sides. You can connect the mouse to either of the two socketsw h i c h e v e r, is most convenient.➋➋
5 4Getting Started■H ow to set an IDTurn the keyboard upside down, open the battery cover and you will seeID setting jumpers. You can use as many as 16 IDs from 0 to 15. Set the jumpers according to the following table.Keyboard BottomBattery CoverRemove the batteriesbefore you set thekeyboard IDID settingj u m p e r sSetting the Keyboard IDWhen two or more FLATO P′sare used with wireless keyboards,d i fferent keystrokes could be input to your FLATO P. So, set a unique IDfor your keyboard to ensure uninterrupted operation.➌➌
Getting Started5 5Wireless keyboard ID reset buttonIf you set an ID for the wireless keyboard and press the reset button on theback of the computer, the ID will be changed.
5 6Advanced OperationsTo Enter the System SetupWhile the computer is initializing,you can enter the system setup byusing the <DEL> keyThe system setup re p resents how you set the computer′s hard w a recomposition in CMOS. The computer checks the savings in CMOSevery time it starts. If there is discrepancy between the system setup and the hard w a r ecomponents, you will see error messages. In this case, you have tomodify the CMOS setup according to the new enviro n m e n t .Number keypadAward Modular BIOS V6.00PG, An Energy Star AllyCopyright(C) 1984-1999, Award Software, Inc.6 F 8 1 0 - 0 AAward Plug and Play BIOS Extention V1.0ACopyright (C) 1999, Award Software, Inc.Detecting IDE drives.......Entering the System SetupEntering the System Setup
Advanced Operations 5 7You can modify the BIOS setup to start the computer by usingthe keyboardCMOS Setup Utilty-Copyright(C) 1984-1999 Award SoftwareCMOS Setup Utilty-Copyright(C) 1984-1999 Award Software1Turning the power on using the KeyboardTurning the power on using the KeyboardAfter you power up the system, the BIOS message appears on thescreen and the memory count begins. After the memory test, the following message will appear on thes c r e e n .Press DEL to enter setup.In CMOS Setup′s primary screen, use the arrow keys to move toIntegrated Peripheralsand press E n t e r .Standard CMOS FeaturesAdvanced BIOS FeaturesAdvanced Chipset FeaturesIntegrated PeripheralsPower Management SetupPnP/PCI ConfigurationsPc Health StatusFrequency/Voltage controlLoad Optimized DefaultsSet Supervisor PasswordSet User PasswordSave & Exit SetupExit Without SavingESC : Quit F5 : Menu in BIOS ↑↓ 󰥳󰥴 : Select ItemF10 : Save & Exit SetupTime, Date, Hard Disk Type...You can start the computer without pressing the power button, provided thatthe computer is in standby mode and that the computer′s power cord is connected to a wall outlet!
5 8Advanced OperationsESC : EXIT F1 : General HelpF7 : Optimized Defaults•D i s a b l e d : default setting•P a s s w o r d : When this option is Selected, move the Cursor to the KB Power On Password field and press .Enter your password. You can enter up to characters.Type in exactly the same password to confirm,the press .I N T E R G ATED PERIPHERALS2Move to Keyboard/Mouse Power OnItem HelpMenu LevelCMOS Setup Utilty-Copyright(C)1984-1999 Award SoftwareIntegrated PeripheralsOn-Chip Primary PCI IDE E n a b l e dOn-Chip Secondary PCI IDE E n a b l e dIDE Primary Master PIO A u t oIDE Primary Slave PIO A u t oIDE Secondary Master PIO A u t oIDE Secondary Slave PIO A u t oIDE Primary Master UDMA A u t oIDE Primary Slave UDMA A u t oIDE Secondary Master UDMA A u t oIDE Secondary Slave UDMA A u t oUSB Controller E n a b l e dUSB Keyboard Support E n a b l e dInit Display First PCI SlotAC97 Audio E n a b l e dAC97 Modem D i s a b l e dKeyboard/Mouse Power On D i s a b l e dKB Power On Password E n t e rKB Power On Hot Key C t r l - F 1Onboard FDC Controller E n a b l e dOnboard Serial Port 1 3 F 8 / I R Q 4Onboard Serial Port 2 2 F 8 / I R Q 3UART2 Mode Select N o r m a lRxD, TxD Active H i , L oIR Transmission Delay E n a b l e dOnboard Parallel Port 3 7 8 / I R Q 7Parallel Port Mode E C P + E P PEPP Mode Select E P P 1 . 7ECP Mode Use DMA 3PWR Lost Resume State Keep OffGame Port Address D i s a b l e dMidi Port IRQ 5XXXXXThe power button will not function once a keyboard password has been set inthe KB Power On Passwordfield. You must type the correct password topower-on the system. If you forgot the password, power-on the system andthen remove the battery. Wait for a few seconds and install it back beforepower-on the system.!
Advanced Operations 5 9FREQUENCY / VOLTAGE CONTROL•Hot Key : When this option is selected, move the cursor to the KB Power On Hot Keyfield to select a function Key you would like to use to power-on the system.The options are from Ctrl+F1 to Ctrl+F12.•Mouse Left : If you select this option, you can turn on the system bydouble-clicking the mouse left button.•Mouse Right : If you select this option, you can turn on the system bydouble-clicking the mouse right button•Any Key : If you select this option, you can turn on the system bypressing any key.•Keyboard98 : If you select this option, you can turn on the system usingthe ″Wake Up″button on the Windows 98 keyboard.•Button Only : If you select this option, you can turn on the system onlyby pressing the power button (default).CMOS Setup Utilty-Copyright(C) 1984-1999 Award Software CPU Frequency ControlYou can choose CPU Clock Ratio processor rate. The followingoptions are provided; x3, x3.5, x4, x4.5, x5, x5.5, x6, x6.5. ↑↓ 󰥳󰥴 Move Enter : Select Item +/-/PU/PD : Value F10 : Save ESC : EXIT F1 : General HelpF5 : Previous Values F6 : Fail-safe Defaults F7 : Optimized DefaultsItem HelpMenu LevelAuto Detect DIMM/PCI Clt E n a b l e dSpread Spectrum E n a b l e dHost CPU/DIMM/PCI Clock D e f a u l tCPU Clock Ratio X 3The frequent ratio of some processors has been fixed by the manufacturer, therefore you don′t need to over clock them.If you are using this kind of processor, please ignore this field.!
6 0Improved Computer PerformancePut the computer on a clean placeRemove the screws.Pull the cover softly(Forced pulling could cause damage to the LCD panel). Disconnect the computer from the power before you remove thecomputer cover. Removing the cover with the computer turn e don could cause damage to computer components due to fire ora short-circ u i t .Opening the ComputerCoverOpening the Computer CoverOpen the computeraccording to then u m b e r .
Improved Computer Performance 6 1When you scale the computer up, check the related parts.Composition of the Mainboard and ConnectorsComposition of the Mainboard and ConnectorsF C - P G ACPU socketRiser card slotFloppy disk connector CD-ROM connector Hard disk connector Power connectorMemory socket (DIMM)•••
6 2Improved Computer PerformanceCont 1 LCD interface cable connector (for LCD output)Cont 2 FAN 1: CPU Cooling fan′spower connector (permitted changing with Cont 3)Cont 3 FAN2: External radiator fan′spower connector (permitted changing with Cont 2)Cont 4 Cooling fan′spower connectorCont 5 Inverter ConnectorCont 6 IR connectorCont 7 Internal Microphone connectorCont 8 Serial Port 2 connectorCont 9 External serial port, parallel port, VGA port connectorC o n t 11 USB, Ethernet port connectorC o n t 1 2 Sound, keyboard and mouse connectorC o n t 1 3 Line in connectorC o n t 1 4 Left speaker connectorC o n t 1 5 MiCom Test (Don′t used)For correct connection, check the mainboard′sconnector informationConnector Functions1. Make a record of the information on the connection status before youremove the connectors.2. Connect the hard disk drive, floppy disk drive and CD-ROM drive connectors according to their directions.!
Improved Computer Performance 6 3Since AF8 senses the CPU speed automatically, you don′t have to setthe jumpers. The AF8 supports PPGA CELERON CPU and FCPGAPENTIUM ⅢC P U .The AF8 mainboard supports the system bus clock from 66Mhz to 133Mhz(the default is 100Mhz).Set the jumpers according to the CPU clock(set in the closed mode).O P E N C l o s e d Number 2 and 3 closedM H zCeleron CPU 66 MHzP e n t i u mⅢCPU ″E″Type 100 MHzP e n t i u mⅢCPU ″E B″Type 133 MHzJ P 12 - 31 - 21 - 2J P 22 - 32 - 31 - 2Improving the CPU perf o r m a n c eImproving the CPU perf o r m a n c eJumper Setting Jumper Setting for CPU Speed ( Re m oved in the mass pro d u c t i o n )
6 4Improved Computer PerformanceThe AF8 uses 168 pin memory modules called″DIMM (Dual In-line Memory Module)″. It supports a maximum 512MB.Pull the lock-in tabs outward toremove the memory modulePull the two lock-in tabs outwardsat the both ends of the memorys o c k e t .Insert the memory module into thesocket perpendicularly in arightwards direction.1. Inserting the memory module211212Expanding the MemoryExpanding the Memory2. Re m oving the memory module
Improved Computer Performance 6 5FLATOP supports PC-100 and special PC-133 standard memory. * FLATOP cannot use PC-66 memory. A combination of Celeron CPU and PC-66memory could cause abnormal operation in the memory. We don′t recommend this combination.!■C a u t i o n s1. As memory is vulnerable to static electricity, be careful in inserting andremoving the memory modules.2. Check the memory module type before you install the new memorym o d u l e .※Specifications for the memory module used for this productMemory type : 168 pin DIMM (SDRAM)Speed : PC-100Capacity : 64MB, 128MBTotal Memory Capacity 3 2 M4 8 M6 4 M8 0 M9 6 M1 2 8 M1 9 2 M2 5 6 M3 2 M3 2 M3 2 M6 4 M6 4 M6 4 M6 4 M1 2 8 M1 2 8 M1 2 8 MDIMM 1 DIMM 21 6 M3 2 M1 6 M3 2 M6 4 M6 4 M1 2 8 M5 1 2 M 2 5 6 M 2 5 6 M
6 6Improved Computer PerformanceOpen the computer cover and insertthe card using both handsMake sure that the card is correctlyinserted into the slot and fasten thec a r d ′s bracket with a screw.Close the cover and fasten it with screwsF L AT O P ′sm a i n b o a r d can accommodate additional 2 PCI cards or 1 AMR card and 1 PCI card .123Installing cards in the Expansion SlotInstalling cards in the Expansion Slot
Improved Computer Performance 6 7■Adjusting the FLATOP LCD MonitorYou can adjust FLATO P ′sTFT LCD monitor in the verticalrange of -5 ~ +25°. To changeits vertical angles, hold bothsides of the panel and move itup and down.3 0°
6 8T r o u b l e s h o o t i n gThis section describes universal problems that could happen to yourF L AT O P. If you encounter difficulties and problems in using this pro d u c t ,first refer to this section. You can gain detailed explanations by callingour help desk at 82-2-2190-5050. Q1AOne of my applications does not operate normally. Why?Check the followings1. Is there enough memory to run the application?2. Is the application is designed for the current operating system?3. Is the necessary device driver installed?4. Does the application have a problem when it runs on anotherc o m p u t e r ?If you encounter an error message while using the application, refer to themanual that comes with the application. If you still have problems, contactthe branch where you purchased the product or our help desk.
Troubleshooting 6 9Q2AI connected an external monitor, but why are the monitor screensoverlapping and unstable?F L AT O P′sTFT LCD uses 1024 x 768 resolution. This resolution isapplied to the external monitor. Therefore the screen could be distortedor tremble. Adjust the external monitor′sresolution according to thefollowing procedure.1. Refer to the monitor′sUser Manual and check the supportedr e s o l u t i o n s .2. Select Di s p l a y from the Control Panel.3. Select Settings tap in the Display Properties.4. Set the resolution that the monitor supports and click Ye sIf the above procedure doesn′tsolve the problem, check that theF L ATOP video driver is correctly configured in the Display PropertiesQ3AI reinstalled Windows 98. Why do the sound, VGA, and LAN cardsm a l f u n c t i o n ?To use FLATO P′s sound, VGA, and LAN cards after reinstallation, installall the drivers provided by the manufacturer again. You can downloadthose drivers from FLATO P′s website at www. f l a t o p . c o . k r. ※Please refer to ″Installing drivers″on Page 18
7 0T r o u b l e s h o o t i n gQ5AWhy does the computer have white or colored spots on its LCD screen?F L AT O P′s LCD contains about 1 million pixels and bad pixels could occur.LCDs with higher quality pixels are extremely expensive and beyond thea f fordability of average users. We are doing our best to minimize bad pixels. Bad pixels below a certainlevel don′t affect the product.Q4AThe computer issues a message Keyboard error or no keyboard presentand the keyboard doesn′tfunction. Why?You can use either a wired or a wireless keyboard by setting theselection switch for wired/wireless optionsCheck the following 1. Check the keyboard connection.2. Check the selection switch for wired/wireless keyboard is correctly set.3. When the dry battery is used up, the keyboard could malfunction.Check the battery.4. If you are using a wireless keyboard, press the ID reset switch on thek e y b o a r d
Troubleshooting 7 1Q6AHow can I find out how to install other operating systems and drivers forthose systems?Please refer to the FLATOP installation guide or visit our website atw w w.flatop.co.kr for information on new operating systems and deviced r i v e r sQ8AWhy doesn′t my FLATOP shutdown automatically under Windows 2000.1. Click Start and point to S e t t i n g sand then Control Panel. Run thePower Option and select A P M and then Advanced PowerM a n a g e m e n t . Activate the Enable APM Support.2. Enable APM, ACPI related items in BIOS′s Power Management andreinstall Windows 2000.Q7AWhy can′t FLATOP recognize the AMR card?After installing the AMR card, set the AC97 Audio or AC97 Modem toE n a b l e d in Integrated Peripheralsin the system BIOS.
O n e - y e a rw a r r a n t yC u s t o m e r ′sC a r dW a r r a n ty: FLATOP LCD PC Model name :: : Te l . A d d r e s s: Te l . A d d r e s sYou must present this warranty containing the date of purchase when you ask for service. Please keep this warranty in a safe place.1. The warranty of this product will be based on the contents in the warranty.2. The warranty period is calculated from the date of purchase, please write down the date of purchase.3. The warranty period lasts one year for normal use.4. In the case of a separate agreement, the descriptions of the main agreement will be applied.Product nameDate of PurchaseC u s t o m e r ′s NameAgency Name: FLATOP LCD PC Model name :: : Te l . A d d r e s s: Te l . A d d r e s sProduct nameDate of PurchaseC u s t o m e r ′s NameAgency Name

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