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LCD PC AF8 FFLLAT ATO ER ER MA AN NU UA ALLLLL OPP UUUUSSSSERER ER M This User Manual contains the warranty. LCD PC ER US SER ER M A F 8 UU MA AN NU UA ALLLL ER Please read this manual before you contact us for service Please read this manual before you start to use it. presents dangers, warnings and reasons for caution when using this device. presents notes on using the device. This user Manual was produced with careful consideration, but please let us know if there is anything that is wrong or needs correcting. This manual may not, in whole or in part, be reproduced, photocopied, transcribed, translated, or transmitted in whatsoever form without the prior permission of the manufacturer. The size and appearance of this device may be changed for improvement without notice. FCC Compliance Statement 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. 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 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. Battery Warning Instruction Caution If battery is incorrectly replaced there poses a danger of explosion. Replace Battery only with same or equipment type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Fuse Warning Instruction Caution For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with same type and rating off use. Disconnect input power before serving. Only connect this equipment to an earthed socket outlet. Laser Product Class 1 Laser Product This 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 with this model, please contact your nearest〞Authorized Repair Center 〞. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Caution The laser used in the CD-ROM drive can damage your eyes. Do not attempt to open the cover To 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. Important Safety Instructions The 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′ 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 the total amperage rating of all equipment plugged into it dose not exceed the amperage rating 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 to insert or replace your obsolete outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug. Maintenance If 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. Stop If 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 power supply cord is plugged back in. Good usage will give the product a long life Thank you for purchasing our FLATOP product. In order to receive maximum effectiveness from this product, please read this manual before you start to use it. Table of Contents Before You Start 1. Product Features 2. Equipment Checklist 3. Notes on Installation and Operation 10 11 12 Introduction 1. Appearance 2. Computer Status Indicator Panel 3. Connecting the Power Cord 14 16 17 Getting Started 1. Booting 2. Shutdown 3. Installing the Drivers 4. Using an External Monitor 5. Installing a Printer 6. Using a Wired Keyboard and a Mouse 7. Using a Wireless Keyboard and a Mouse 8 Table of Contents 18 21 22 43 45 49 51 Advanced Operations 1. Entering the System Setup 2. Turning the power on with the Keyboard 56 57 Improved Computer Performance 1. Opening the Computer Cover 2. Composition of the Mainboard and Connectors 3. Improving the CPU performance 4. Expanding the Memory 5. Installing cards in the Expansion Slot 60 61 63 64 66 Troubleshooting 68 Table of Contents Product Features MODEL : AF8 LCD CPU Intel PentiumⅢ(FCPGA) 1024 x 768 Max. resolution and 16.7 million colors on 15.1 TFT LCD screen VIDEO Support for Intel 810e Chipset 3D SCREEN MEMORY Vertical viewing angle of -5°~25°, Horizontal viewing angle (+left/-right) of 120° , and vertical visible screen angle of 90° 64MB DRAM, expandable to 512MB NETWORK Realteck RTL 8139B CACHE MEMORY L2 cache memory of 256KB CD-ROM DRIVE 24X Slim size HIGH MOBILITY light weight of 10.5kg SOUND Avance ALC AC ′ 97 sound codec EASY SCALABILITY KEYBOARD / MOUSE Expansion slot with 2PCI/1AMR Bus;2PCI or 1 PCI/AMR Bus Choose between wired/wireless keyboard and mouse 10 Before You Start Equipment Checklist Check to make sure that you have all the following items. If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately. The FLATOP CDs contain the system programs, device drivers and utilities. User Manual FLATOP FLATOP CDs Windows 98 CD and Installation boot disk Power Cable Mouse Keyboard Option: Wireless Keyboard, Wireless Mouse, DVD-ROM DRIVE, Mic Before You Start 11 Notes on Installation and Operation A good installation environment gives the product a longer life. Please sit the product on a stable and secure surface. Installation Environment Maintain an optimum temperature and humidity; 5-25℃and 30% Clean the LCD panel with a soft materials(such as cotton cloth) Sit the product on a stable and secure surface Install the product in a well-ventilated room, not exposed to direct sunlight. 12 Before You Start Cautions in Use Do not drop or shake the product. Do not spill beverages, such as coffee, on the product Do not lift up the product by holding the LCD panel. Do not scratch or jolt the LCD surface. Do not spray any detergent directly onto the LCD screen. (lest you mark the screen permanently) Do not insert any foreign substances into product. Damage caused by the user′ s misuse or carelessness is not covered by the warranty service. Before You Start 13 Appearance This section describes the appearance and the various buttons and functions of the product. Please refer to the brief descriptions and names given in the illustrations in order to learn the functions of each component. Become familiar with the names of the external Components ■ The Front Microphone ▶ Built-in Microphone (option) Power Button 15.1 TFT LCD Panel ▶ 16.7 million colors at 1024 x 768 Max. ▶ Power can be turned On or Off when the power cord is connected to a wall outlet (standby mode) resolution LCD Screen Brightness ▶ Adjusts the LCD Screen Brightness Speaker Volume ▶ adjusts the speaker volume CD-ROM DRIVE Status Indicator Panel ▶ Indicates the current status of operation ▶ 24X Slim size CD-ROM drive Built-in Speaker ▶ Max. 5W output 3.5 FDD ▶ 1.44 Floppy Disk Drive Built-in Speaker ▶ Max. 5W output This 392(W)mm x 430(H) sized product provides a space-saving feature and the display gives vertical viewing angles between -5°and 25° and a clean screen quality even when you view it from the side. 14 Introduction ■ The Back Selector Switch for Keyboard ▶ Select between wired and wireless keyboard Speaker Out ▶ Output terminal for external speakers Line in Joystick/Midi ▶ Game port and Midi Microphone ▶ Terminal for External Microphone Wireless Keyboard ID Reset Switch Serial Port ▶ Communication port (COM1) ▶ The reset switch for the wireless keyboard ID Parallel Port Video Connector ▶ Printer port (LPT1) ▶ External monitor connection point Mouse Connector ▶ PS/2 type mouse connector Keyboard Connector ▶ PS/2 type keyboard connector USB Port RJ-45 Port ▶ Port for USB ▶ 10/100Mbps connection Ethernet port Power Connector ▶ Input for 240V/100V power Introduction15 Computer Status Indicator Panel The computer status indicator panel shows the current operation of the computer. There is a symbol for each indicator light on FLATOP′ s indicator panel for the user to easily understand the current status of the computer. POWER-ON HDD In Use NUM LOCK CAPS LOCK SCROLL LOCK Power-On Indicator :When this light is on, it means the computer′ Light power is on. Red : Normal power-on HDD In Use Indicator : When this light is on, it means the computer Light is accessing the internal hard disk. Green : HDD in use NUM LOCK These indicator lights are on when a wireless keyboard is being used! Green: NUM LOCK in use This indicates that the number keypad of the FLATOP wireless keyboard CAPS LOCK Green: CAPS LOCK in use This indicates that the alphabet can be used only in capitals SCROLL LOCK Green: SCROLL LOCK in use The arrow keys can be used as the keys for screen adjustment 16 Introduction Connecting the Power Cord The FLATOP voltage is automatically set between 100V and 240V without using a conversion switch. Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the back of the computer as shown below. Wall outlet Power connector Power cord Connect the other end to the 240V/100V wall outlet. When the computer is connected to the wall outlet, but is not being used, it will automatically switch to standby mode. When the computer is in the standby mode pressing either the power button or any key can start the computer. Introduction17 Booting If you press the power button softly, as shown below, the power indicator light turns on. Power button HDD indicator light Power-On indicator light Please make sure that the keyboard, mouse and other peripheral devices are correctly connected before you turn the computer on. ■For turning the power on using the keyboard (please refer to page 47) If using Keyboard/Mouse Power On in the [Integrated Peripherals] section in CMOS Setup utillty, you can turn the computer on by entering the password. 18 Getting Started The first thing you have to do when you turn the computer on for the first time A window appears prompting you to enter information about yourself. Enter your name and your company, and click the button. A window showing the license agreement appears. Select Agree and click the button. The authentication window appears. Enter the product number provided in the Windows 98 User Manual (enclosed with the computer). Enter the number and click the button. Getting Started 19 4 Click the button in the start wizard window. Windows 98 starts. FLATOP has a variety of software, including Microsoft Windows 98, installed in its hard disk. Please read the Windows 98 User′ Manual carefully to gain insight into its operation. 20 Getting Started Shutdown Computer Shutdown Click Start and select Shut down to turn the computer off. The computer turns off automatically after 3~4 seconds When you are not use the computer for a long period of time, moving it or cleaning it, please be sure to disconnect the computer from the Please follow this method if the computer does not operate normally, or if it needs a restart due to an error occurring. 1. Click+ + 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 ) wall outlet. Getting Started 21 Installing the Drivers ➊ How to install INF_UPDATE If Unknown device is indicated in the Device Manager of the System other device Properties dialog box, follow this procedure. 22 Getting Started Double-click the My Computer icon on the desktop. Right-Button click the CD-ROM disk and select Open. Double-click the INF_UPDATE folder. Run the Setup. 2 Click the Select the button in the Software License Agreement. When the setup is complete, restart the system. button to continue the setup. Getting Started 23 ➋ How to Install the Video Driver Double-click the My Computer icon. Right-Button click the CD-ROM disk and select Open 24 Getting Started Open the VGA folder and then the Win9x folder. 2 Run the Setup. Click the Click the button in the Software License Agreementwindow. button. Getting Started 25 5 Select the folder into which the VGA driver will be installed and click the button. When the driver installation is complete, select Restart the ComputerNow and click the 26 Getting Started button. For a trouble-free driver installation, please be sure to restart the computer. ➌ How to Install the Sound Driver (AVANCE-ALC100) Right-Button click onSound folder on the CD ROM and select Open If a PCI Multimedia Audio Device exists, it means the sound driver is not installed. Open ALC100 and then Windows 98 Getting Started 27 3 Run the Setup. Setup Process 28 Getting Started Choose English and click the button. 5 Click the Click the Add/Remove softwareicon for the setup options button. Getting Started 29 7 Select Yesfor application installation. 30 Getting Started Click the button. 9 If the Add New Hardware Wizard wants to search for a driver, click the button. Getting Started 31 10 Select Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended) and click the button. 11 Specify the location to search in and click the 12 If any new driver are discovered, click the 32 Getting Started button. button. 13 Click the 14 When driver installation is complete, click the button. 15 Click the button to copy the driver file. button for application installation. Getting Started 33 16 Specify the directory to which the application has been copied and click the button. Setup Process 17 34 Getting Started If you want to see the sound setup details, clickYes. If not, click the button. 18 Click the 19 When the entire installation is complete, click the button. button to confirm driver installation. For a trouble-free driver installation, please be sure to restart the computer. Getting Started 35 How to Install the Network Driver Make sure that the Other Devices of System Properties includes a PCI Ethernet Controller. If a PCI Ethernet Controller exists, that means the network driver is not installed yet. 36 Getting Started Choose PCI Ethernet Controller and Click button 2 Click the button in the PCI Ethernet controller properties. If the Update Device Driver Wizard window appears, click the button. Select Search for a better driver than the only your device is using now (Recommended) and click the button. Getting Started 37 5 Select the location to search. Click the to specify the driver′ s location and then click the button. If the device name for the driver you want to install matches, click the button. 38 Getting Started When you click the the file copy will begin. button, button 7 If the computer looks for rtl 8139.sys during installation, specify the D:\Lan\win98 folder and click the button. During installation, the computer may need the Windows 98 CD. So, please have the CD ready. When the driver installation is complete, click the button to restart the computer. Getting Started 39 How to Install an AMR modem To search for a driver in Add New Hardware Wizard, click the button The AMR modem is an option. You have to have an AMR modem card installed to install a driver for it. 40 Getting Started Select Search for a suitable driver for my device (Recommended) and click the button. 2 Select the location to search. Click the button to specify the driver′ s location and then click the button. If the device name for the driver you want to install matches, click the button. When you click the button, the file copy will begin. Getting Started 41 4 When the driver copy is complete, click the This completes the AMR modem driver installation. Select in Add Country, Enable PBX and click the button. 42 Getting Started button. Using an External Monitor This section describes how to connect an external monitor to your FLATOP computer. 1. To use an external monitor, you must have the FLATOP VGA driver installed. 2. Turn off FLATOP when you connect the video connector into an external monitor As the FLATOP LCD monitor has adopted TFT (Thin Film Transistor) technology to 16.7 million colors and 1024 x 768 resolution, you can enjoy a vivid screen quality without using an external monitor. Connect the video connector on the back of FLATOP to the external monitor. Video connector External monitor Getting Started 43 If you connect an external monitor without turning off your FLATOP, the computer will not be able to find the external monitor as shown in the diagram. LCD technology FLATOP has adopted Black Matrix technology to give it an excellent screen quality. You can clearly recognize the difference in quality when you compare FLATOP with other products. Once the external monitor is found, you can choose between the LCD panel (Figure 1) and external monitor (Figure 2), or both. ▼ (Figure 2) External monitor selected ▲ (Figure 1) LCD panel selected 44 Getting Started Installing a Printer Connect the printer cable to the print port of the computer. When the connection is established, first turn on the printer and then FLATOP to start Windows 98. Make sure that your computer is turned off before you begin the installation. Getting Started 45 3 Double-click the My Computer icon. Open the Printer folder and run Add Printer. The Add Printer Wizard begins. Click the button. Make sure that the printer is connected and click the button. 46 Getting Started 6 Select the manufacturer and model name, and click the button. If you have an installation disk, click the button. Select the LPT1 and click the button. Getting Started 47 8 Type the printer name you want and click the button. In the Test Page Print window, select Yes and click the button. 10 Check the print quality and click the button. This completes the printer setup. 48 Getting Started Using a Wired Keyboard and a Mouse To connect a wired keyboard and a mouse, turn off the computer and set the selection switch for wired/wireless keyboard and mouse to Wired Use. Selection switch for wired/wireless of keyboard and mouse Wireless Use Wired 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. Getting Started 49 Two Methods to Connect Wired Keyboards Connecting the mouse to the keyboard Connect the two keyboard cords to the two sockets for keyboard and mouse in the computer. And then connect the mouse to the keyboard. Keyboard connector Mouse connector Connecting the mouse to the FLATOP Connect the mouse to the FLATOP. and connect the keyboard cord of the two cords from the keyboard to the keyboard socket of FLATOP. Keyboard connector Mouse connector 50 Getting Started Using a Wireless Keyboard and a Mouse The wireless keyboard used for FLATOP provides a high space utilization with 5m operation distance and 30°operation angle. Function keypad IR radiation Selection switch for trackball/mouse Cursor keypad (arrow keys) Number keypad Trackball ■How to use the keyboard battery FLATOP′ s wireless keyboard uses DC 3V. The life of the battery spans about 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. Getting Started 51 ➊ Changing the Battery 1. 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 efficiency. 4. Changing 2dry batteries at the same time will help the battery last longer Battery Inner Battery Cover 52 Getting Started ➋ Using the Mouse FLATOP′ 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 sockets whichever, is most convenient. Make sure that the computer is turned off before you connect the mouse. You cannot connect two mouses at the same time. Selection switch for trackball/mouse ■ Selection switch for trackball/mouse To use the trackball, move the switch so that ″ T″is seen To use the mouse, move the switch so that ″ M″is seen Getting Started 53 ➌ Setting the Keyboard ID Remove the batteries When two or more FLATOP′ s are used with wireless keyboards, different keystrokes could be input to your FLATOP. So, set a unique ID for your keyboard to ensure uninterrupted operation. before you set the keyboard ID ■How to set an ID Turn the keyboard upside down, open the battery cover and you will see ID setting jumpers. You can use as many as 16 IDs from 0 to 15. Set the jumpers according to the following table. Battery Cover Keyboard Bottom ID setting jumpers 54 Getting Started Wireless keyboard ID reset button If you set an ID for the wireless keyboard and press the reset button on the back of the computer, the ID will be changed. Getting Started 55 Entering the System Setup The system setup represents how you set the computer′ s hardware composition in CMOS. The computer checks the savings in CMOS every time it starts. If there is discrepancy between the system setup and the hardware components, you will see error messages. In this case, you have to modify the CMOS setup according to the new environment. To Enter the System Setup Award Modular BIOS V6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright(C) 1984-1999, Award Software, Inc. 6F810-0A Award Plug and Play BIOS Extention V1.0A Copyright (C) 1999, Award Software, Inc. Detecting IDE drives....... While the computer is initializing, you can enter the system setup by using thekey Number keypad 56 Advanced Operations Turning the power on using the Keyboard You can modify the BIOS setup to start the computer by using the keyboard You can start the computer without pressing the power button, provided that the computer is in standby mode and that the computer′ s power cord is connected to a wall outlet After you power up the system, the BIOS message appears on the screen and the memory count begins. After the memory test, the following message will appear on the screen. Press DEL to enter setup. In CMOS Setup′ s primary screen, use the arrow keys to move to Integrated Peripherals and press Enter. CMOS Setup Utilty-Copyright(C) 1984-1999 Award Software Utilty-Copyright(C)Frequency/Voltage 1984-1999 Award StandardCMOS CMOS Setup Features controlSoftware Advanced BIOS Features Load Optimized Defaults Advanced Chipset Features Set Supervisor Password Integrated Peripherals Set User Password Power Management Setup Save & Exit Setup PnP/PCI Configurations Exit Without Saving Pc Health Status ESC : Quit F5 : Menu in BIOS F10 : Save & Exit Setup ↑↓ : Select Item Time, Date, Hard Disk Type... Advanced Operations 57 2 Move to Keyboard/Mouse Power On INTERGATED PERIPHERALS On-Chip Primary PCI IDE On-Chip Secondary PCI IDE IDE Primary Master PIO IDE Primary Slave PIO IDE Secondary Master PIO IDE Secondary Slave PIO IDE Primary Master UDMA IDE Primary Slave UDMA IDE Secondary Master UDMA IDE Secondary Slave UDMA USB Controller USB Keyboard Support Init Display First AC97 Audio AC97 Modem Keyboard/Mouse Power On KB Power On Password KB Power On Hot Key Onboard FDC Controller Onboard Serial Port 1 Onboard Serial Port 2 UART2 Mode Select RxD, TxD Active IR Transmission Delay Onboard Parallel Port Parallel Port Mode EPP Mode Select ECP Mode Use DMA PWR Lost Resume State Game Port Address Midi Port IRQ Enabled Enabled Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Enabled Enabled PCI Slot Enabled Disabled Disabled Enter Ctrl-F1 Enabled 3F8/IRQ4 2F8/IRQ3 Normal Hi,Lo Enabled 378/IRQ7 ECP+EPP EPP1.7 Keep Off Disabled Item Help Menu Level ESC : EXIT F1 : General Help F7 : Optimized Defaults CMOS Setup Utilty-Copyright(C) 1984-1999 Award Software Integrated Peripherals • Disabled: default setting •Password: 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 The power button will not function once a keyboard password has been set in the KB Power On Passwordfield. You must type the correct password to power-on the system. If you forgot the password, power-on the system and then remove the battery. Wait for a few seconds and install it back before power-on the system. 58 Advanced Operations •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 by double-clicking the mouse left button. •Mouse Right : If you select this option, you can turn on the system by double-clicking the mouse right button •Any Key : If you select this option, you can turn on the system by pressing any key. •Keyboard98 : If you select this option, you can turn on the system using the ″Wake Up″button on the Windows 98 keyboard. •Button Only : If you select this option, you can turn on the system only by pressing the power button (default). FREQUENCY / VOLTAGE CONTROL CMOS Setup Utilty-Copyright(C) 1984-1999 Award Software CPU Frequency Control Auto Detect DIMM/PCI Clt Spread Spectrum Host CPU/DIMM/PCI Clock CPU Clock Ratio ↑↓ Move Enter : Select Item F5 : Previous Values Item Help Enabled Enabled Default X3 +/-/PU/PD : Value Menu Level F10 : Save ESC : EXIT F6 : Fail-safe Defaults F1 : General Help F7 : Optimized Defaults You can choose CPU Clock Ratio processor rate. The following options are provided; x3, x3.5, x4, x4.5, x5, x5.5, x6, x6.5. The 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. Advanced Operations 59 Opening the Computer Cover ComputerCover Disconnect the computer from the power before you remove the computer cover. Removing the cover with the computer turned on could cause damage to computer components due to fire or a short-circuit. Put the computer on a clean place Remove the screws. Pull the cover softly (Forced pulling could cause damage to the LCD panel). Open the computer according to the number. 60 Improved Computer Performance Composition of the Mainboard and Connectors When you scale the computer up, check the related parts. Memory socket (DIMM) FC-PGA CPU socket Riser card slot •Hard disk connector •Floppy disk connector •CD-ROM connector Power connector Improved Computer Performance 61 1. Make a record of the information on the connection status before you remove the connectors. 2. Connect the hard disk drive, floppy disk drive and CD-ROM drive connectors according to their directions. Connector Functions For correct connection, check the mainboard′ sconnector information Cont 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 connector Cont 5 Inverter Connector Cont 6 IR connector Cont 7 Internal Microphone connector Cont 8 Serial Port 2 connector Cont 9 External serial port, parallel port, VGA port connector Cont11 USB, Ethernet port connector Cont12 Sound, keyboard and mouse connector Cont13 Line in connector Cont14 Left speaker connector Cont15 MiCom Test (Don′ t used) 62 Improved Computer Performance Improving the CPU performance Jumper Setting OPEN Closed Number 2 and 3 closed Jumper Setting for CPU Speed (Removed in the mass production) 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). MHz JP1 JP2 Celeron CPU 66 MHz 2-3 2-3 PentiumⅢ CPU ″E″Type 100 MHz 1-2 2-3 PentiumⅢ CPU ″EB″Type 133 MHz 1-2 1-2 Since AF8 senses the CPU speed automatically, you don′ t have to set the jumpers. The AF8 supports PPGA CELERON CPU and FCPGA PENTIUM Ⅲ CPU. Improved Computer Performance 63 Expanding the Memory The AF8 uses 168 pin memory modules called ″DIMM (Dual In-line Memory Module)″. It supports a maximum 512MB. 1. Inserting the memory module Pull the two lock-in tabs outwards at the both ends of the memory socket. Insert the memory module into the socket perpendicularly in a rightwards direction. 2. Removing the memory module Pull the lock-in tabs outward to remove the memory module 64 Improved Computer Performance FLATOP supports PC-100 and special PC-133 standard memory. * FLATOP cannot use PC-66 memory. A combination of Celeron CPU and PC-66 memory could cause abnormal operation in the memory. We don′ t recommend this combination. ■Cautions 1. As memory is vulnerable to static electricity, be careful in inserting and removing the memory modules. 2. Check the memory module type before you install the new memory module. ※ Specifications for the memory module used for this product Memory type : 168 pin DIMM (SDRAM) Speed : PC-100 Capacity : 64MB, 128MB Total Memory Capacity DIMM 1 DIMM 2 32M 32M 48M 32M 16M 32M 32M 64M 64M 80M 64M 16M 96M 64M 32M 64M 64M 128M 128M 192M 128M 64M 256M 128M 128M 512M 256M 256M Improved Computer Performance 65 Installing cards in the Expansion Slot FLATOP′ s mainboard can accommodate additional 2 PCI cards or 1 AMR card and 1 PCI card. Open the computer cover and insert the card using both hands Make sure that the card is correctly inserted into the slot and fasten the card′ s bracket with a screw. Close the cover and fasten it with screws 66 Improved Computer Performance ■Adjusting the FLATOP LCD Monitor 30° You can adjust FLATOP′ TFT LCD monitor in the vertical range of -5 ~ +25°. To change its vertical angles, hold both sides of the panel and move it up and down. Improved Computer Performance 67 This section describes universal problems that could happen to your FLATOP. If you encounter difficulties and problems in using this product, first refer to this section. You can gain detailed explanations by calling our help desk at 82-2-2190-5050. Q1 One of my applications does not operate normally. Why? Check the followings 1. 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 another computer? If you encounter an error message while using the application, refer to the manual that comes with the application. If you still have problems, contact the branch where you purchased the product or our help desk. 68 Troubleshooting Q2 I connected an external monitor, but why are the monitor screens overlapping and unstable? FLATOP′ s TFT LCD uses 1024 x 768 resolution. This resolution is applied to the external monitor. Therefore the screen could be distorted or tremble. Adjust the external monitor′ s resolution according to the following procedure. 1. Refer to the monitor′ s User Manual and check the supported resolutions. 2. Select Display from the Control Panel. 3. Select Settings tap in the Display Properties. 4. Set the resolution that the monitor supports and clickYes If the above procedure doesn′ t solve the problem, check that the FLATOP video driver is correctly configured in the Display Properties Q3 I reinstalled Windows 98. Why do the sound, VGA, and LAN cards malfunction? To use FLATOP′ s sound, VGA, and LAN cards after reinstallation, install all the drivers provided by the manufacturer again. You can download those drivers from FLATOP′ s website at www.flatop.co.kr. ※ Please refer to ″ Installing drivers″on Page 18 Troubleshooting 69 Q4 Q5 The computer issues a message Keyboard error or no keyboard present and the keyboard doesn′ t function. Why? You can use either a wired or a wireless keyboard by setting the selection switch for wired/wireless options Check 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 the keyboard Why does the computer have white or colored spots on its LCD screen? FLATOP′ s LCD contains about 1 million pixels and bad pixels could occur. LCDs with higher quality pixels are extremely expensive and beyond the affordability of average users. We are doing our best to minimize bad pixels. Bad pixels below a certain level don′ t affect the product. 70 Troubleshooting Q6 Q7 Q8 How can I find out how to install other operating systems and drivers for those systems? Please refer to the FLATOP installation guide or visit our website at www.flatop.co.kr for information on new operating systems and device drivers Why can′ t FLATOP recognize the AMR card? After installing the AMR card, set the AC97 Audio or AC97 Modem to Enabled in Integrated Peripheralsin the system BIOS. Why doesn′ t my FLATOP shutdown automatically under Windows 2000. 1. Click Start and point to Settings and then Control Panel. Run the Power Option and select APM and then Advanced Power Management. Activate the Enable APM Support. 2. Enable APM, ACPI related items in BIOS′ s Power Management and reinstall Windows 2000. Troubleshooting 71 Customer′ s Card Product name : FLATOP LCD PC Date of Purchase Customer′ s Name Tel. Address Agency Name Tel. Address Model name : Warranty Product name : FLATOP LCD PC Date of Purchase Customer′ s Name Tel. Address Agency Name Tel. Address Model name : You 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. One-year warranty
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