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CHAPTER▼ ONE

GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS

This chapter introduces the features and

components of the computer.

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Performance Features

 High Performance Processor

The notebook PC is equipped with a powerful Intel

processor of the latest sub-micron process, processor

technologies, and high bus bandwidths.

 Advanced Graphic Engine

An on-board nVidia GeForce FX Go5600 video processor

with dedicated 64MB or 128MB frame buffer gives

excellent graphic performance. The advanced graphic chip

also incorporates a hardware-based motion-compensation

engine, which gives you smooth MPEG video playback. 3D

graphics capability also adds realism to PC games.

Alternatively, ATI Mobility Radeo 9?00 video processor with

dedicated 64MB or 128MB frame buffer may be built into

the system.

 Large LCD Display

The computer is equipped with a large 16-inch or 15.4-inch

(wide aspect ratio) TFT high-resolution display panel for

clear text and brilliant colors.

 Expandability

The system offers upgradeable hard disk drive and 2 DDR

SDRAM sockets for expansion, allowing the user to easily

increase the storage and system capacities as the need

arises.

 Swappable Device Bay

The swappable device bay allows user to add an additional

hard disk drive module for increased storage capacity.

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 Built-in Multifunction Card Reader (Optional)

Some system may come with a multiple card reader, which

supports SD, MS, MMC Card formats. This allows user to

access a wide array of portable memory devices available

today.

 Communication Features

The system provides built-in Ethernet network adapter for

local network and 56K modem.

 Firewire (IEEE1394 / 1394a) and USB2.0 ports

In addition to a full array of built-in I/O ports, the computer

offers IEEE1394 for ultra high-speed connection to high

bandwidth digital video devices and USB2.0 ports to

connect to any USB-based peripheral devices.

 Wireless LAN (Optional) or Bluetooth (Optional)

The optional internal Wireless LAN module allows your

notebook to connect wirelessly to other 802.11-enabled

systems, devices, or network.

Alternatively, the system may come with an optional

Bluetooth module.

 TV Tuner (Optional)

The optional TV Tuner module allows user to watch TV or

cable programs, record TV, and capture analog video

signals to the hard drive or to the recordable optical drive

(optional device).

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Adding a Mini-PCI Type Wireless LAN Card (Optional Device )

Your computer comes with a unique Mini PCI Card socket, which is

located next to the DRAM socket and inside the DRAM door. The

socket allows the computer to add unique features such as wireless

LAN (IEEE802.11b). Ask your dealer for information on installation and the

availability of the mini PCI card.

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Bottom View

1. Ventilation Grill

The fan grill is where air is exchanged to dissipate the internal

heat. Do not block this airway completely.

2. Swappable Device Bay and Latch

Push the latch and pull on the drive hard case to remove the

swappable device.

Note: The optical drive resides in the Swappable Device Bay. Additionally,

you may also purchase an optional hard drive module to be used in this bay.

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3. Hard Disk Drive

This is the system’s hard drive module. The hard disk drive

stores all the system data. The hard disk drive can be upgraded

to a larger capacity. (See Chapter 4 for instructions on a hard

drive upgrade.)

4. Battery Pack and Battery Latch

The battery pack is a built-in power source for the notebook.

Slide the battery latch to release the battery pack.

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AC Adapter

1. DC-out Connector

The DC-out connector docks to the power jack (DC-in) on the

computer.

2. LED Lamp

The LED lamp appears green when the unit is plugged into a

valid AC source.

3. Adapter

The adapter converts alternating current into constant DC

voltage for the computer.

4. AC Plug

The AC plug plugs to the AC wall outlet.

Warning: Make sure you are using a standard 3-prong AC wall socket with a

ground pin. If not, you may feel a slight tingling sensation on any of the

computer’s metal parts such as the I/O ports. This is caused by leakage current

when the AC adapter is not properly grounded (via the ground pin). However,

the amount of leakage current is within the safety regulation and is not harmful

to human body.

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TV Tuner / Video Capturing Module and Video / Audio Input

Breakout Cable (Optional Device)

Your system may a video-capturing module built-in. To record

or watch TV programs, connect the external TV Tuner Module

to the TV Tuner port on the notebook.

If the device driver and application have not been installed to

your system, you may need to do so via the factory CD-ROM

disc when you first power up the notebook.

S-Video in

Video in Audio Left in

Audio Right in

Cable in /

Antenna

To Notebook External TV Tuner Module

Alternatively, you may also use the Video / Audio Input

Breakout Cable to connect to external video sources, such as a

camcorder, DVD, or VCR.

S-Video in

Video in (Yellow)

Audio Left in (White)

Audio Right in (Red)

To Notebook

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Remote Control (Optional Device)

If your system comes with a TV Tuner / Video Capturing

module, the remote control can be used to play or record TV

programs. You may need to install the device driver and

recording application before the remote control can be used.

See the following illustration for a general description of the

keys.

See section elsewhere in this chapter for TV playback or record

functions or see the device’s CD-ROM or help screen in the

application for detailed instructions.

Note: Your system may come with a different remote control. Please consult

the user manual in the factory CD-ROM disc.

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How to Use the Romote, Watch TV and Record Video Clips

The following is a brief guide.

 You need to install the card’s driver and recording

application from PixelView’s installation CD-ROM disk.

 You need to install a utility program called TV Card or

PixelView in order to use the card’s function.

 Connect a video source, cable, or antenna to the TV

Tuner Module.

 The TV Tuner Module is either NTSC or PAL compliant.

 The recorded video clip is in .AVI format.

 For more detail description of the TV functions, please

consult the program’s built-in on-line Help manual.

 When the remote control driver is properly, the Remote

Master icon will reside on the task bar. See below.

 You may program the keys on the Remote by double-click

the Remote Master icon. See below.

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 You may need to make sure that the TV Card is set to the

correct region for it to tune-in accurately. Go to [Start >

Programs > TV Card > SW Configuration]. See below.

 Press TV button on the remote and the PixelView TV

Card application will start. Or, simply go to [Start >

Programs > TV Card > TV Card] to launch the application.

See below.

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 If you are running TV Card application the first time, press

TV setup button on the PixelView video panel to scan all

available channels.

Note: For additional information regarding the TV viewing, recording, and

remote control operations, please consult the Help Menu in the application

and/or additional literature.

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LED Status Indicator

The LED Status Indicator displays the operating status of your

notebook. When a certain function is enabled, an LED will light

up. The following section describes its indication.

System Status Indicator

LED Graphic

Symbol Indication

Green light indicates the hard drive is

being accessed.

Green light indicates the optical drive is

being accessed.

Green light indicates the numeric keypad

is activated.

Green light indicates the cap-lock is

activated.

Green light indicates the scroll-lock is

activated.

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Power Indicator

LED Graphic

Symbol Indication

Persistent green light indicates Power On.

Light-off indicates the notebook is in

Power Off mode.

Blinking green light indicates the battery

power is currently low.

Blinking orange light indicates the battery

is being charged (the system is OFF.)

Blinking orange light indicates the battery

is being charged (the system is ON.)

Persistent green light indicates the

notebook is neither in Power Saving mode

nor in suspend mode.

Blinking green light indicates the notebook

is in suspend mode.

Light-off indicates the notebook is in

Power Saving mode.

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Keyboard Features

Function Keys (Quick Keys)

Graphic

Symbol Action System Control

Fn + F1 Enters Suspend Mode.

Fn + F3 Turns Battery Warning Beep on

or off.

Fn + F4 Changes Display Mode:

LCD-only, CRT-only and

LCD&CRT.

Fn + F5 Turns Speaker Volume up.

Fn + F6 Turns Speaker Volume down.

Fn + F7 Increases Display Brightness.

Fn + F8 Decreases Display Brightness.

Num Lock Enables the embedded keypad

to work in numeric mode. The

keys act like numeric keypads

in a calculator. Use this mode

when you need to do a lot of

numeric data entry. An

alternative would be to connect

an external numeric keypad.

Scroll Lock Press the Scroll Lock key and

then press ↑or ↓to move one

line up or down.

Note: For various system controls, press the Fn (Function) key and the Fx

key simultaneously.

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Windows Keys

Your keyboard also has two Windows keys:

1. Start Key

This key allows you to pull up the Windows Start Menu at

the bottom of the taskbar.

2. Application Menu Key

This key brings up the popup menu for the application,

similar to a click of the right mouse button.

Embedded Numeric Keypad

Press Num Lock to enable the embedded numeric keypad. The

numbers are printed in upper right corner of a key, in a color

different from the alphabets. This key pad is complete with

arithmetic operators (+, -, * , /).

Press Num Lock to revert to normal character keys.

789

456

123

Enter

Num

Lock

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Touch Pad with Page Up / Page Down Function

The built-in touch pad, which is a PS/2-compatible pointing device,

senses movement on its surface. As you move your fingertip on the

surface of the pad, the cursor responds accordingly.

The following items teach you how to use the touch pad:

1. Move your finger across the touch pad to move the cursor.

2. Press buttons to select or execute functions. These two buttons

are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the

touch pad twice produces is similar to clicking the left button of a

mouse.

3. Press Page Up / Down button to move up or down a page.

Function Left Button Right

Button

Page Up /

Down Button

Equivalent Tapping

Action

Execution Click twice

quickly

Tap twice (at the same

speed as double-clicking

the mouse button)

Selection Click once Tap once

Drag Click and hold

to drag the

cursor

Tap twice quickly and on

the second tap hold

finger to the touch pad

to drag the cursor

Access

Context

Click

once

Move One

Page Up or

Down

Click upper portion

to move up a page

Click lower portion

to move down

Tips on Using the Touch Pad:

1. The double-click speed is timed. If you double-click too slowly,

your notebook responds as if you single-clicked twice.

2. Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touch pad.

Also keep the surface of touch pad clean and dry to prolong its life.

3. The touch pad is sensitive to finger movements. Hence, the

lighter the touch, the better the response. Heavy touch does not

produce better response.

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Graphic Subsystem

Your computer uses a high performance 16-inch or 15.4-inch (wide

aspect ratio) active matrix TFT panel with high resolution and

multi-million colors for comfortable viewing. The nVidia GeForce FX

Go5600 or ATI Mobility Radeon 9?00 video graphics accelerator,

which is Microsoft DirectX 9 compatible, performs graphic

rendering at a lighting-fast speed.

Adjusting the Display Brightness

The notebook uses special key combinations, called hot keys,

to control brightness.

Press Fn+F7 to increase the brightness.

Press Fn+F8 to decrease the brightness.

Note: To maximize your battery operating time, set the brightness to the

lowest comfortable setting, so that the internal backlight uses less power.

Extending the Life of the TFT Display Device

Observe the following guidelines to maximize the life of the

backlight in the display.

1. Set the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting

(Fn+F8).

2. When working at your desk, connect your notebook to an

external monitor and disable the internal display Fn+ F4.

3. Do not disable the suspend time-outs.

4. If you are using AC power and have no external monitor

attached, change to suspend mode when not in use.

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Opening and Closing the Display Panel

To open the display, slide the LCD latch to the right and lift up

the lid. Then tilt it to a comfortable viewing position.

To close the display cover, fold it down gently until the LCD

latches click into place.

Warning: To avoid damaging the display, do not slam it when closing. Do not

place any object on top of the computer when the display is closed

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Audio Subsystem

Your computer’s audio subsystem is Sound Blaster Pro-compatible.

Adjusting the Volume Manually

To increase the volume, press Fn+ F5.

To decrease the volume, press Fn+F6.

Adjusting the Audio Volume in Windows

1. Click the speaker symbol in the task tray in Windows.

2. Drag the volume control bar up or down to adjust the volume.

3. To temporarily silence the speaker without changing the

volume setting, click Mute.

Adjusting the Audio Volume Using the Volume Dial

Rotate the Volume Dial (located on the right edge of the

notebook) to adjust the speaker volume.

Voice Recording

A built-in microphone allows you to record sound. You will need

to use audio processing software to enable the built-in

microphone. For example, you may use Microsoft Sound

Recorder.

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Modem

Your computer comes with a 56K V.90 internal fax/modem and a phone

jack (RJ-11), which is located on the right rear side of your computer.

Use a telephone cable to connect the computer to the telephone wall

outlet.

Connecting the Modem

1. Plug one end of the phone line into the modem port located on

the rear side of the computer. (For EMI compliance, you need to clip

the included EMI CORE to the phone line.)

2. Plug the other end of the line into the analog phone wall outlet.

Depending on where your computer is used, you may need to change

settings in the modem. Correct setting will allow you to maintain a stable

connection in a country where its telecommunication system may be

different to others.

To change the modem setting, do the following:

1. Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel] and double-click on

Modem Settings icon. You will see a similar dialog box.

2. Click on the pull-down menu and select the country where it is

applicable. Click on OK to exit.

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Ethernet

Your computer is equipped with a 10/100Base-TX Fast Ethernet

network adapter. Connect the active LAN cable to the RJ-45 LAN

port located on the left rear side of the computer. This allows you to

access and transmit data in the local area network.

Connecting to the Network

Use Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Ethernet cable only.

1. Insert one end of the UTP cable into the network connector

until the connector snaps securely into the receptacle.

2. Either connect the other end of the cable to an RJ-45 jack

wall outlet or to an RJ-45 port on a UTP concentrator or hub in

the network.

Cabling Restriction for Networks

The following restrictions should be observed for 100BASE-TX

networks:

 The maximum cable run length is 100 meters(m) (328

feet[ft]).

 For 100-Mbps operations, use Category 5 wiring and

connections.

Note: Consult Windows manual and / or Novell Netware user’s guide for the

software installation, configuration, operation of the network.

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CHAPTER▼ TWO

BIOS SETUP AND SECURITY FEATURE

In this chapter, you will learn how to

enter the BIOS Setup Menu and

manipulate various hardware control

settings. You will also learn how to use

the built-in security features.

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The Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into

your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/Output System). It runs and

maintains a variety of hardware functions. It is a menu-driven

software, which allows you to easily configure and change the

settings.

The BIOS contains manufacture’s default settings for the

computer’s standard operations. However, there are occasions

when you may be required to modify the default settings in the

BIOS. For example, you may need to configure the BIOS power

management (APM) settings if you are using DOS, Windows 3.1, or

non-Windows operating system.

The BIOS allows you to set up passwords to limit access to users.

This is an important feature because a great deal of vital

information is carried within the computer nowadays. Unauthorized

access can be prevented. Later in this chapter, you will learn how to

use this security feature.

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Entering the BIOS Setup Screen

First turn on the power. When the BIOS performs the POST

(Power-On Self Test), press Del key quickly to activate the AMI

BIOS Setup Utility.

Note: You may need to press F2 key fairly quickly. Once the system begins to load

Windows, you may have to retry by cycle-power on again

Leaving the BIOS Setup Screen

When you have finished modifying the BIOS settings, exit the BIOS.

It takes a few seconds to record changes in the CMOS.

BIOS Action Keys

Function Key Command Description

ESC Exit

Leaves a sub-menu to return to the

previous menu OR exits the BIOS setup

while saving changes.

F1 General Help Shows the Help Screen

F10 Save and Exit Saves changes and reboots the

computer.

<Tab> Select a field Selects the next field.

↑ Select an item Selects the next upper item.

↓ Select an item Selects the next lower item.

- Lower value Selects the next value within a field.

+ Higher value Selects the next value within a field.

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Modifying the BIOS Settings

The AMIBIOS setup main menu is subdivided into sub-menus.

Each menu item is described in this section.

Main Setup

Under this menu, you may change time/date and view basic

processor and system memory information.

Item Selections /

Sub-menu

Description

Date N/A Type in the current date, in MM/DD/YY

format.

Time N/A Type in the current date, in HH:MM:SS

format.

Advanced Setup

Item Selections /

Sub-menu

Description

Display

Type

LCD

CRT

LCD+CRT

Choose LCD+CRT for TFT screen output

and VGA display output.

Touch

Pad

Support

Disabled

Enabled

Enable or disable the built-in touchpad.

►IDE Configuration

Item Selections /

Sub-menu Description

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Primary

IDE

Master

Primary Master is where BIOS tries to

boot from first. The primary master

controls the hard drive. Normally, Auto

is selected.

Secondary

IDE

Master

Auto

ARMD

ATAPI CDROM

Not Installed

The secondary master controls the

ATAPI CD-ROM drive. Normally, Auto is

selected.

►Super IO Configuration (Port Address)

Item Selections /

Sub-menu Description

IR Mode SIR

FIR

Choose Fast IR for greater data

bandwidth.

On Board

Parallel

Port

Disabled

378 / IRQ7

278 / IRQ5

[Disabled]:

The port is disabled.

Or you may choose a value for the

parallel port.

Parallel

Port Mode

Normal

ECP+EPP

EPP

ECP

You may choose any one of these

settings. ECP offers the best

performance.

About Hard Disk Drive Setting

Select Auto to let BIOS configure the drive parameters

automatically. Only for certain old types of hard disk drive will you

need to modify the settings. After pressing Enter on [Hard Disk],

BIOS display the drive parameters. If the detected drive parameters

are not correct or if you’re trying to enable the enhanced IDE

feature, you may still change the value manually.

 32 Bit Mode:

Select On to allow data transmission in 32-bit format.

 PIO Mode:

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Normally use Auto To let BIOS decide the PIO mode setting.

If the selected PIO mode is not supported by the IDE drive, the

hard disk drive may not work properly.

 S.M.A.R.T. Mode:

Self-diagnostic and self-monitoring features are built into newer

type hard drive. Select Auto to enable S.M.A.R.T.

 DMA Mode:

The hard drive in your computer support Ultra DMA mode.

 Block Multi-Sector Transfer:

The hard drive in your computer support Multi-sector data

Transfer.

Note: AMIBIOS automatically sets IDE drive parameters. Select Auto whenever

possible. An incorrect setting make cause the computer to malfunction.

Boot Setup

►Boot Device Priority

Item Selections /

Sub-menu Description

1st Boot

Device

Set the type of device for the 1st drive

BIOS attempts to boot from. If NSC

MacPhyter is selected, system will

attempt to load boot sector from the

Ethernet port.

2nd Boot

Device

Set the type of device for the 2nd drive

BIOS attempts to boot from.

3rd Boot

Device

ATAPI CDROM

Hard Drive

??NSC

DP83815/6

MacPhyter??

Disabled

Removable Dev.

Set the type of device for the 3rd drive

BIOS attempts to boot from.

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Note: If you select NSC DP83815/83816MacPhyter, the system will attempt to

boot from the network.

Note: When the BIOS performs POST, you may also press F8 Key to enable the

Boot Device selection menu. You may choose ATAPI CDROM, Hard Drive, or NSC

MacPhyter as the first storage device to boot from. If you have already connected a

USB Floppy Disk Drive before powering up, it will appear as a Removable Device in

the Boot Device selection menu.

Security Setup

►Boot Settings Configuration

Item Selections /

Sub-menu Description

Change

Supervisor

Password

N/A Install or Change the Password

Change

User

Password

N/A Install or Change the Password

Clear User

Password

N/A Install or Change the Password

Boot

Sector

Virus

Protection

Disabled

Enabled

To enable or disable the boot sector

protection.

When Enabled, BIOS gives a warning

when any program attempts to rewrite

or delete the boot sector.

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Note: About Boot Sector Virus Protection:

If enabled, the following warning message appears when a program attempts to alter

the boot sector. You may have to enter “N” several times to prevent the boot sector

write.

Boot Sector Write!!!

Possible VIRUS: Continue (Y/N)? _

The following warning message appears when a program attempts to format the

hard disk drive.

Format!!!

Possible VIRUS: Continue (Y/N)? _

Using Password Protection

Two Levels of Password Protection are available. The BIOS

provides both a Supervisor and a User password. If you try to

activate both passwords, the Supervisor password must be set first.

The passwords activate two different levels of protection:

1. System always asks for password every time it is powered on.

2. System asks for password only when you attempt to enter

BIOS utility.

The passwords are encrypted and stored in NVRAM. Make sure

you write them down or memorize them. If you lost the passwords,

the computer may need to be sent back to the factory or to an

authorized service dealer to reset the passwords.

Power Setup

Item Selections /

Sub-menu Description

Power Button

Mode

On/Off

Suspend

[On/Off]: When the power button is

pressed, the system is turned off.

[Suspend]: When the power button is

pressed, the system enters the suspend

mode.

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Note: The Suspend Mode selection in BIOS only applies to older Windows version

(such as Windows 3.1 or Windows 95 or NT4) or non-Windows operating system. In

Windows ME / 98SE / 2000 / XP, suspend mode and settings are determined by

settings in the Power Options Properties (Start > Control Panel > Power Options).

Exit Setup

Item Selections /

Sub-menu Description

Saves

Changes and

Exit

N/A After you have completed the BIOS

settings, select this item to save all

settings, exit BIOS Setup utility, and

reboot. New system settings will take

effect on next power-up.

Discard

Changes and

Exit

N/A Select this item if you intend to exit the

BIOS Setup utility without making any

changes to the current settings.

Discard

Changes

N/A Discards changes done so far to any of

the setup questions.

Load Optimal

Defaults

N/A Load Optimal Default value for all the

setup questions. F9 key can be used for

this operation.

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CHAPTER▼ THREE

BATTERY POWER & POWER

MANAGEMENT

In this chapter, you will learn the

fundamentals of power management

and how to use it to achieve longer

battery life.

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In this chapter, you will learn how to operate your notebook on

battery power, how to handle and maintain the battery pack, and

learn about the system’s power saving features.

TFT display, central processor, hard disk drive are the major

hardware subsystems that consume the most power. Power

management deals how these key components should behave to

conserve power. For example, you can have the system turn off its

display after 2 minutes of inactivity to save power. Efficient power

management can help you work longer sessions before having to

recharge the battery.

The Battery Pack

Lithium-Ion Battery

Your notebook uses a twelve-cell Lithium-Ion battery

pack that provides power when you don’t have access to

an AC outlet.

Note: It is necessary that you charge the battery pack for at least 10

hours before using it for the first time.

Note: In the Standby Suspend mode, a fully charged battery loses its

power in roughly 1/2 day or less. When not being used, the battery’s

power will deplete in 1-2 month.

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Battery Low-Power Warning

1. Low Battery Warning

Low battery condition occurs when battery power is

reduced to 6%. The green power LED indicator blinks

and the system beeps once every 16 seconds or so.

2. Very Low Battery Warning

Very Low battery condition occurs at 3 % power

remaining. The power LED indicator blinks and the

system beeps at 4-second interval.

When the notebook warns you of its low battery condition,

you will have about 3-5 minutes to save your current

work.

Warning: Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0

degree Celsius (32 degree F) or above 60 degree C (140F). This may

adversely affect the battery pack.

Note: You may use Fn+F3 function keys to disable battery-warning

(low power) beeps.

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Installing and Removing the Battery Pack

Note: The system is not designed for frequent battery pack removal. When you

need to remove the battery pack, please observe the following steps.

To Remove the Battery Pack:

1. Place the notebook bottom-side up on a flat and

secured surface.

2. Push the latch and pull the battery’s hard case

away from the notebook.

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To Install the Battery Pack:

1. Place the notebook bottom-side up on a flat and

secured surface.

2. Carefully insert the battery pack into the battery

compartment of the notebook.

Charging the Battery and Charging Time

To charge the battery, while the battery pack is in the notebook,

plug the AC adapter into the notebook and an electrical outlet.

The charging time is approximately 3~4.5 hours when the

notebook is turned off and approximately 8-10 hours when the

notebook is turned on.

When the battery is fully charged, the battery charge indicator

becomes dark (off).

Note: If system runs at heavy loading or in a high temperature environment,

the battery may not be fully charged. You need to continue to charge it with the

AC adapter plugged in until the charging LED turns off.

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Checking the Battery Level

You can check the remaining battery power in the Windows

battery status indicator, which is located at the lower right-hand

corner of the task bar. (If you do not see a battery or AC-in icon

on the task tray, go to Power Options Properties box and click

on the Advanced tab. Check off ``Always show icon on the task

bar``.)

Alternatively, you can access the power meter by clicking the

Power Options icon in the Windows Control Panel.

Prolonging the Battery’s Life and Usage Cycles

There are ways you can do to prolong the use of battery.

 Use the AC adapter wherever AC wall outlet is available.

This will ensure uninterrupted computing.

 Purchase additional battery pack.

 Store the battery pack in room temperature. Higher

temperature tends to deplete the battery’s power faster.

 Make good use of the power management function. Save

To Disk (Hibernate) saves the most energy by storing current

system contents in a hard disk space reserved for this function.

 The life expectancy of the battery is approximately 300

recharges.

 See the notices section in the beginning of the user

manual on how to care for the battery pack.

Note: Read Section Protecting Your Notebook in the beginning of this manual

for tips about how to maintain the battery pack.

Note: To achieve optimal battery performance, you may need to do a battery

calibration at a 3-month interval. To do this:

1. Fully charge the battery.

2. Then discharge the battery by entering the BIOS setup screen. (Press F2

key as soon as you turn on the computer. And let it remain at the setup screen

until the battery runs out.

3. Fully charge the battery again.

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Using Windows Power Options

Windows Power Management provides basic power saving

features. In the Windows Power Options Properties [Start >

Settings > Control Panel > Power Options] dialogue box, you

may enter time-out values for display and hard disk drive.

Windows power manager saves power by turning off hard drive

after 1 minute of inactivity, for example.

Windows’ Power Schemes

The power management control panel in Windows XP,

known as Power Schemes, is designed to provide the

user with an easy-to-use interface. The Power Schemes

tab can be found in the Power Options Properties panel

that is accessible via the control panel window.

Schemes are easy to understand, based on notebook

usage scenarios, and control not only processor power

usage but other system peripherals as well.

Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel] and double-click

the Power Options icon.

Always on mode puts the processor into maximum

performance mode, which provides no power saving.

The other schemes control processor performance

based on demand. For example, Max Battery mode

lowers the processor’s speed and voltage to conserve

power as much as possible.

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In this dialog box, you can manually set the LCD and

hard drive’s time-out values in the Plugged in column and

in the Running on batteries column. Lower time-out

values will save more battery power.

Note: Also consult Windows user guide for more information on how

to use Windows power management functions.

Note: Actual dialogue box shown above may appear slightly different.

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Suspend Mode

Standby Suspend

The system automatically enters this mode after a period

of inactivity, which is set in the Power Schemes dialog

box. In Standby mode, hardware devices, such as

display panel and hard disk, are turned off to conserve

energy.

Hibernate Suspend

In this mode, all system data are saved in the hard disk

before powering down. When this mode is activated, all

system state and contents are saved to the hard disk

drive after a period of inactivity defined by the user. No

power or very little power is drawn from the battery

module under this mode.

However, depending on how much RAM that have been

installed on your computer, the amount of time the

system requires to restore all its previous contents can

range from 5 to 20 seconds.

For Windows ME / 2000 / XP users, hibernation is

handled by the operating system; therefore, no special

disk partition or disk file is necessary.

If you wish to activate Hibernate mode, you need enable

Hibernate Support in the Hibernate tab of the Power

Options menu.

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Note: Do not install or remove the memory module when the system

is in the suspend mode.

Note: Actual dialogue box shown above may appear slightly different.

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Power Button Action

The notebook PC’s power button can be set to turn off

the system or activate the suspend mode.

Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power Options]

and click on the Advanced tab. In the pull-down menu,

select how you wish the power button to work as.

Note: Actual dialogue box shown above may appear slightly different.

Warning: In the When I close the lid of my portable computer

pull-down menu, DO NOT select Do nothing – otherwise the system will

still run at high speed while the processor’s fan grill is fully blocked by

the closed LCD panel. The heat will damage the LCD panel.

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Low Battery Warning

You can define when and how the system warns you of

its battery-low condition.

Go to the Alarms tab in the Power Options Properties box.

If you wish to hear audible beeps, click on the Alarm

Action button and put a check on Sound Alarm.

Note: Consult Windows user guide for more information on how to

use Windows power management functions.

Note: Actual dialogue box shown above may appear slightly different.

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Power Manu Quick Access

Instead of making specific selections in the Power

Options Properties box, you can quickly and easily

specify which pre-set power saving function you desire

by clicking on the Battery icon at the lower right-hand

corner of the task bar. (If you do not see a battery or

AC-in icon, go to Power Options Properties box and click

on the Advanced tab. Check off ``Always show icon on

the task bar``.) Select Max Battery if you want the system

to enter suspend mode more often. Or, select Always On

if your notebook PC is plugged into an AC power source.

Note: Actual dialogue box shown above may appear slightly different.

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CHAPTER▼ FOUR

UPGRADING YOUR COMPUTER

In this chapter, you will learn how to

upgrade the DRAM, hard disk drive, and

to install the optional wireless LAN mini

PCI card.

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Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive

Replacing the original drive with one of larger capacity can increase

the hard drive capacity of your computer. The computer uses a 9.5

mm (height), 2.5-inch Ultra ATA-66 / 100 / 133 type hard disk.

Be sure to make a backup copy of all your data before attempting

this operation.

Warning: Hard drive upgrade is a delicate process. Please observe the following

instructions carefully or have a qualified technician install it for you. Damages due to

mishandling of this procedure are NOT covered by the manufacture’s warranty.

Warning: Apply care when handling the hard disk.

 Do not drop or apply any shock.

 Do not press on the cover.

 Do not touch the connector with your fingertips.

 Mishandling of the hard drive can result in permanent loss of data. Make a

backup copy of the drive s content before you remove it.

Note: Certain models that come with the IBM-brand hard drive emit a clattering

sound when it is being rattled. This is a normal condition.

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Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive

To replace the hard disk drive, do the following:

1. Turn OFF the computer. Unhook the AC cord and all

cables/devices attached to the notebook.

2. Place your hand on a large metal object momentarily to

discharge any static electricity.

3. Locate and remove 2 Screw A’s on the Metal Cover.

Screw A x2

Metal Cover

4. Remove the Metal Cover.

5. Locate and remove 4 Screw B’s. Gently remove the HDD

module from the HDD cable connector.

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Hard Drive Module

Remove HDD module

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6. Locate and remove 4 Screw C’s from the HDD module.

Remove the metal case.

Screw C x2

Screw C x2 Metal Cover

7. Re-attach the metal cover to the new hard drive and

tighten 4 Screw C’s. Note the green PC board of the hard disk

drive is facing against the metal case.

8. Re-attach the HDD Cable Connector to the HDD module.

9. Re-attach and tighten 4 Screw B’s. (If the HDD assembly

is not fully inserted into the bay, the screw and its hole will not

line up.)

10. Replace the System Device Cover and 2 Screw A’s.

Congratulations! You have now completed the hard drive

upgrade. When you boot up the PC, you may need to create a

primary HDD partition and reformat the new drive and re-install

O/S, drivers, and all the necessary applications.

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Upgrading the System Memory

Many applications will generally run faster when the computer’s

dynamic memory capacity is increased. The computer provides one

DDR memory socket, located underneath the System Device Cover.

You can increase the amount of memory by replacing the existing

one with a dual inline memory module (commonly known as DIMM)

of a higher capacity. The DIMM can be 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, or

1024MB in capacity. The DIMM is of type DDR SDRAM, has 200

pins and runs on 2.5V. The DIMM should be PC1600, PC2100, or

PC2700 compliant.

Warning: Memory upgrade is a delicate process. Please observe the following

instructions carefully or have a qualified technician install it for you. Damages due to

mishandling of this procedure are NOT covered by the manufacture’s warranty.

Warning: Changing memory while your computer is in suspend or power-saving

mode may cause permanent damage to the hardware. Make sure you turn off the

power and unplug the AC cord before proceeding with a memory upgrade.

Warning: You should only use the DIMM module that is approved by the reseller

or the manufacturer; otherwise the system may become unstable.

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Installing a memory module (DIMM) into the system

To install the DIMM, do the following:

1. Power OFF the notebook. Unplug the AC cord and all

cables/devices attached to the notebook.

2. Place your hand on a large metal object momentarily to

discharge any static electricity. Place the notebook on a flat

surface and fully open the LCD lid.

3. Find the keyboard latches near the upper edge of the

keyboard.

Latch A Latch A

4. The latch is spring-loaded. It will retract when pressed

and revert back to its original position when released. Using a

small blade to press the latch inward. The keyboard tray should

pop up slightly over the latch. If the keyboard tray does not pop

up, try to gently lift it up just over the latch. Repeat the step for

the other keyboard latches.

5. Carefully lift up the bottom edge and position the

keyboard out of the way and the following is revealed.

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Screw A x3

Metal Cover

6. Remove 3 Screw A’s and remove the DIMM Metal Cover.

The DIMM socket is now seen as shown below.

DIMM Socket x2

7. If you need to remove an old DIMM from the socket,

press out on the latches located on both edges of the socket at

the same time. The DIMM should pop up to an angle of 30

degree (see diagram below.). Pull the DIMM module out of the

memory socket. Store away the DIMM for the future use.

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8. Install the new DIMM module into the memory socket.

The DIMM will only fit in one orientation. Insert the DIMM at an

angle of approximately 30 degrees into the empty memory

socket. Then press it firmly so that the contact edge is driven

into the receiving socket.

Notch

9. Pivot the DIMM until the latches on both sides of the

socket snap into place.

Note: Notice the notch on the DIMM. The notches should fit nicely with the

socket.

10. Replace DIMM Metal Cover and 3 Screw A’s. Put the

keyboard back to its position. Make sure the upper edge of the

keyboard now resides under the spring-loaded latches.

Congratulations! You have just completed the memory upgrade.

When you boot up the computer, you should expect to see an

increase in DRAM capacity.

Note: Your computer has been tested with a wide range of DIMM on the

market. However, not all memory modules are compatible. Check with your

system vendor for a list of compatible DIMM for your computer.

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CHAPTER▼ FIVE

TROUBLE SHOOTING

In this chapter, you will learn how to

solve common hardware and software

problems.

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Your computer has been fully tested and complies with the

system specifications before shipping. However, incorrect

operations and/or mishandling may cause problems.

This chapter provides a reference for identifying and correcting

common hardware and software problems that you may encounter.

When you encounter a problem, you should first try to go through

the recommendations in this chapter. Instead of returning the

computer and waiting for repair, you may easily solve the problems

by considering the following scenarios and possible solutions. If the

error continues, contact your reseller for service information.

Before taking further actions, consider the following

suggestions:

 Check to see if the problem persists when all the external

devices are removed.

 Check to see that the green light indicator on the AC adapter

is lit.

 Check to see the power cord is properly plugged to the wall

outlet and to the computer.

 Check to see the power indicator of the computer is on.

 Check to see if your keyboard is operational by pressing and

holding any key.

 Check for any incorrect or loose cable connections. Make

sure the latches on the connectors latch securely on to the receptor

end.

 Be sure you have not performed an incorrect setting on the

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hardware devices in the BIOS Setup utility. A faulty setting may

cause the system to misbehave. If you are not sure of the changes

you made, try to restore all the settings to factory defaults.

 Be sure all the device drivers are installed properly. For

example, without the audio driver properly installed, the speakers

and microphone will not work.

 If external devices such as USB camera, scanner, printer do

not function correctly when connected to the system, it is usually

the device’s own problem. Consult the device’s manufacturer first.

 Some software programs, which have not gone through

rigorous coding and testing, may cause problems during your

routine use. Consult the software vendor for problem solving.

 Legacy peripheral are not plug-and-play capable. You need

to restart the system with these devices powered up and connected

first.

 Be sure to go to BIOS SETUP and load DEFAULT SETTING

after BIOS re-flash.

 Be sure the Quick Key Lockout Switch on the bottom of the

computer is not engaged; otherwise the quick keys will not work.

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Audio Problems

No speaker output -

 Turn up the volume dial located at the right edge of the

computer. See Chapter 1 for its location.

 Software volume control is turned down in Microsoft

Sound System or is muted. Double-click the speaker icon on

the lower right corner of the taskbar to see if the speaker has

been muted or turned down all the way.

 Most audio problems are software-related. If your

computer worked before, chances are software may have been

set incorrectly.

 Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel] and double-click

the Sounds and Audio Devices icon. In the Audio page, make

sure that C-Media Wave Device is the default playback device.

Sound cannot be recorded -

 Double-click the speaker icon on the lower right corner of

the taskbar to see if the microphone has been muted.

1. Click Options and select Properties.

2. Select Recording and click the OK button.

3. After Click OK button, the recording volume control panel

will appear.

 Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel] and double-click

the Multimedia icon (or Sounds and Audio Devices icon). In the

Volume or Audio page, make sure that C-Media Wave Device is

the default recording device.

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Hard Disk Problems

The hard disk drive does not work or is not recognizable -

 If you had just performed a hard disk upgrade, make sure

the hard drive connector is not loose and the hard disk drive is

also correctly seated. Remove it and reinsert it firmly, and

restart your PC. (Refer to Chapter 4 for details.)

 The new HDD may need to be partitioned and

reformatted. O/S and drivers will need to be re-installed as well.

 Check the hard disk indicator LED. When you access a

file, the LED lamp should light up momentarily.

 The new HDD may be defective or is not compatible.

 If your computer has been subjected to static electricity

or physical shock, you may have damaged the disk drive.

The hard drive is making abnormal whining noises -

 You should back up your files as soon as possible.

 Make sure the source of noise is indeed from the hard

drive and not the fan or other devices.

The hard disk drive has reached its capacity -

 Run Disk Cleanup utility in Windows. [Start > All

Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup] The

system will prompt you for what to do.

 Archive files or programs that you had no longer used by

moving them to an alternative storage medium (floppy disk,

optical record-able disk, etc.) or uninstall programs that no

longer use.

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for instructions on decreasing the cache size or on removing

temporary Internet files.

 Empty the Recycle Bin to create more disk space. When

you delete files, Windows saves them to the Recycle Bin.

The hard disk takes longer to read a file -

 If you have been using the drive for a period, the files

may be fragmented. Go to [Start > Programs > Accessories >

System Tools > Disk Defragmenter] to perform a disk

defragmentation. This operation may take a while.

 Interrupt requests or problems with other hardware

devices may have occupied the CPU and therefore slows down

the system performance.

The files are corrupted -

 Run the Error-checking utility in Windows to check the

HDD. Double-click My Computer. Right-click C: and select

Properties. Click Check Now in Error-checking in Tools.

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CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW, or Combo Drive

Problems

The CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or Combo drive does not work -

 Try rebooting the system.

 The disk is damaged or files are not readable.

 After you have inserted a CD-ROM disk, it may take a

moment before you can access its content.

The drive dose not read any disks -

 The CD may not be properly seated in the tray. Make

sure the disk is firmly seated onto the spindle.

 The disk is damaged or not readable.

The disk cannot be ejected -

 Normally, it takes a few seconds to eject the disk.

 If the disk cannot be ejected, it may be mechanically

jammed. Straighten out a paper clip and insert it to a tiny hole

next to the eject button. This should reject the disk tray. If not,

return the unit for repair. Do not forcefully pull on the disk tray.

The CD-RW drive (optional device) cannot record -

 You need to purchase and install a burner utility program

to record files to a blank media.

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Display Problems

The display panel is blank when the system is turned on -

 Make sure the computer is not in the Standby or

Hibernate suspend modes. The display is turned off to

conserve energy in these modes.

The screen is difficult to read -

 The display resolution should at least be set to at

least1024x768 for optimal viewing.

1. Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel] and double-click

the Display icon.

2. Under the Settings page, set screen resolution to at least

1024x768 and choose at least 256 colors.

The screen flickers -

 It is normal if the display flickers a few times during

shutting down or powering up.

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Keyboard and Mouse Problems

The built-in touch pad performs erratically -

 Make sure there is no excess perspiration or humidity on

your hand when using the touch pad. Keep the surface of the

touch pad clean and dry.

 Do not rest your palm or wrist on the surface of the touch

pad while typing or using the touch pad.

The built-in keyboard accepts no input -

 If you are connecting an external keyboard to the system,

the built-in keyboard may not work.

 Try restarting the system.

The characters on the screen repeat while I type.

 You may be holding the keys down too long while you’re

typing.

 Keep the keyboard clean. Dust and dirt under the keys

could cause them to stick.

 Configure the keyboard to wait longer before the auto

repeat feature starts. To adjust this feature, Go to [Start >

Settings > Control Panel], and double-click the Keyboard icon.

A dialogue box shows up with the adjustable settings for the

keyboard.

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CMOS Battery Problem

A message “CMOS Checksum Failure” displays during the

booting process or the time (clock) resets when booting -

 Try to reboot the system.

 If the message “CMOS Checksum Failure” appears

during the booting procedure even after rebooting, it may

indicate failure of the CMOS battery. If so, you need to replace

the battery. This battery normally lasts two to five years. The

battery is of type CR2032 (3V). You may replace it by yourself.

The battery is located next to the DDR DRAM socket. See

Chapter 4 on how to access the DDR DRAM socket. If you are

not sure how this is done, return the notebook to the dealer.

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Memory Problems

The POST does not show an increased memory capacity

when you have already installed additional memory -

 Certain brands of memory module may not be

compatible with your system. You should ask your vendor for a

list of compatible DIMM.

 The memory module may not be installed properly. Go

back to Chapter 4 to review the details of this operation.

 The memory module may be defective.

The O/S issues an insufficient memory error message

during operation -

 This is often a software or Windows-related problem. A

program is draining the memory resources.

 Close the application programs you’re not using and

restart the system.

 You need to install additional memory module. For

instructions, go to Chapter 4 Upgrading Your Computer.

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Modem Problems

The built-in modem does not respond -

 Make sure the modem driver is loaded properly.

 Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel > Phone and

Modem Options] and go to Modems tab. Make sure SmartLink

56K Voice Modem or Uniwill V.90 Modem is listed. Otherwise,

click the Add button to add the modem drive, which is located in

the factory CD-ROM (or floppy diskette).

 Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel > System] and

click Device Manager button in the Hardware page to check for

possible resource or driver conflict. See Windows on-line help

or manual for how to handle such problems.

 Make sure the phone line, which the computer is

connected to, is working.

Connection difficulties -

 Be sure to disable Call Waiting on the phone line.

 Be sure to have the correct country setting where your

computer is used. [Start > Settings > Control Panel > Modem

Settings > Configuration] In the Country/Area pull-down menu,

select the appropriate country setting.

 Excessive line noise might cause the connection to be

dropped. To check this, put the regular phone handset on the

line and placing a phone call. If you do hear abnormal noise, try

to make the modem connection with a different line or contact

your local telephony company for service.

 Make sure the cable connection is firm.

 Try a different receiver number and see if the problem

persists.

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Network Adapter / Ethernet Problems

The Ethernet adapter does not work -

 Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel > System >

Hardware > Device Manager]. Double-click on Network

Adapters and check if SiS 900-Based PCI Fast Ethernet

Adapter appears as one of the adapters. If it does not exist,

Windows has not detected the National Semiconductor Fast

Ethernet adapter or the device driver has not been installed

properly. If there is a yellow mark or red-cross on the network

adapter, it may be a device or resource conflict. Replace or

update the device driver from the factory CD-ROM disk or

consult Windows manual on how to solve the resource conflict

problem.

 Make sure the physical connections on both ends of the

cable are good.

 The hub or concentrator may not be working properly.

Check to see if other workstations connected to the same hub

or concentrator is working.

The Ethernet adapter does not appear to operate in the

100Mbps transmission mode -

 Make sure the hub you are using supports 100Mbps

operation.

 Make sure that your RJ-45 cable meets the 100Base-TX

requirements.

 Make sure the Ethernet cable is connected to the hub 　

socket that supports 100Base-TX mode. The hub may have

both 100Base-TX and 100Base-T sockets.

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PC Card / PCMCIA Problems

Note: Some system may not have the PC Card Slot option.

PC Cards do not function-

 Make sure you have properly installed the driver for the

card.

 Consult the card’s manual or contact the vendor for

trouble-shooting.

The PC card cannot be recognized -

 Windows NT4.0 does not support PCMCIA (PC Card)

function. You may need an external program for this.

 Make sure the card is fully inserted; the outer end of the

card should be even with the edge of the computer.

 Remove and insert the PC card again.

 Make sure there is no IRQ conflict with the card. See

Windows on-line help for solving IRQ conflicts.

 Reboot the computer and see if the problem persists.

 The card may be defective. Try the card on another

system, if possible.

Windows crashes or freezes when you remove the PC

card-

 Make sure you have <Stop> the PC card before

removing it. Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon at

the lower right corner of the task bar and select the card you

wish to stop. When you click <Close>, in few seconds Windows

will prompt you to remove the card.

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Performance Problems

The computer becomes hot -

 In a 35oC environment, the certain areas of the

computer’s back case are expected to reach 50 degrees.

 Make sure the air vents are not blocked.

 If the fan does not seem to be working at high

temperature (50 degrees Celsius and up), contact the service

center.

 Certain programs that are processor-intensive may

increase the computer temperature to a degree where the

computer automatically slows down its CPU clock to protect

itself from thermal damage.

The program appears stopped or runs very slowly -

 Press CTRL+ALT+DEL to see if an application is still

responding.

 Restart the computer.

 This may be normal for Windows when it is processing

other CPU-intensive programs in the background or when the

system is accessing slow-speed devices such the floppy disk

drive.

 You may be running too many applications. Try to close

some applications or increase system memory for higher

performance.

 The processor may have been overheated due to the

system’s inability to regulate its internal heat. Make sure the

computer’s ventilation grills are not blocked.

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Printer Problems

The printer does not print -

 Make sure the cable connection is secured and the

printer is powered up, if the printer is connected via the parallel

port.

 Run the printer self-test to see if it reports any problem.

 Check if the printer displays any error messages. A paper

jam may have occurred.

 Make sure you have already installed the printer driver.

 Try rebooting the system with the printer powered up and

connected first.

The printer does not print what’s on the screen -

 The information displayed on the screen may not exactly

be the same as what is printed.

 If the printer prints extra and strange symbols, it is the

result of the cache (garbage) in the printer memory buffer.

Cancel all the printer tasks and toggle off the printer power

switch to clear up the memory buffer. Then, turn the printer

back online and print again.

 Make sure you install the correct printer driver.

The printer does not respond to infrared communication -

 See Infrared Problems listed elsewhere in this chapter.

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Firewire (IEEE1394) and USB2.0 Problems

The USB device does not work -

 Windows NT 4.0 does not support USB protocols

 Check the settings in the Windows Control Panel.

 Make sure you have installed the necessary device

drivers.

 Contact the device vendor for additional support.

The IEEE1394 port does not work -

 Go to [Start > Settings > Control Panel > System >

Hardware > Device Manager]. You should see an entry which

reads “IEEE 1394 Bus host controllers”. If it does not exist,

Windows has not detected the host controller or the device

driver has not been installed properly. If there is a yellow mark

or red-cross on the 1394 host controller, it may be a device or

resource conflict. Replace or update the device driver from the

factory CD-ROM disk or consult Windows manual on how to

solve the resource conflict problem.

 Make sure the cable is fully connected.

 Make sure you have installed the necessary device

drivers.

 Contact the device vendor for additional support.

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APPENDIX▼ A

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION

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▼ Processor and Core Logic

Intel P4 ( 3.≦06 GHz), 478 Pins FC-PGA2 Type,

400/533/800 MHz FSB, 512 KB L2 with Error

Correction Code

SiS 846FX + SiS SB963 chipset with audio, modem

LAN, and USB2.0 controllers integrated

400/533/800 MHz Front Side Bus

266/333 MHz DDR interface

▼ System Memory

DDR SDRAM, 333/266 MHz, PC2700 / PC2100 /

PC1600 compatible

0 / 128 / 256 / 512 / 1024MB, 2.5-Volt 64-bit bus

Two 200-pin DIMM sockets, Max 2 GB

▼ Display

 16-inch (1600x1200 UXGA or 1400x1050 SXGA+)

active-matrix TFT display with up to 16M colors or

 15.4-inch (1680x1050 WSXGA+ or 1280x800

WXGA) active-matrix TFT display with up to 16M

colors

 nVidia GeForce FX Go5600 256-bit 2D / 3D

graphics accelerator or

 ATI Mobility Radeon 9?00 256-bit 2D / 3D

graphics accelerator

8X AGP architecture graphics capability

Hardware Motion Compensation and IDCT Supported

for MPEG1/2 Playback

64MB or 128MB DDR DRAM

Direct3D compatible, DirectX compatible

 Processor

 Core Logic

 Memory Type

 Default

 Memory

Expansion

 LCD Panel

options

 Graphic

Accelerator

Options

 AGP Bus

 Motion

Playback

 Frame Buffer

 Other

Features

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▼ Audio

 Chipset

 Audio Codec

 Sound

Capabilities

 Chipset

 Transmission

Rate

 Chipset

 MAC

 PnP Function

 Flow Control

 Speed

Selection

 Other

Features

SiS SB963 integrated audio controller

Realtek 8110S

DirectSound 3D accelerator

SoundBlaster Pro compatible

AC97 V2.2 compatible

2 or 4 Stereo Speakers (1 Watt each)

▼ Modem

SiS SB963 integrated Modem Controller with MDC

card, AC97 V2.2 Modem support

V.90 / K56flex for download data speed up to 56Kbps.

V.34, V.17, V.29 protocol supported

▼ LAN / Ethernet

SiS SB963 integrated Ethernet function for

10/100Base-TX network standards

Realtek 8169S

Windows 95 / 98 / ME / 2000 / XP Plug and Play

compatible

Automatic Jam and auto-negotiation for flow control

Auto Negotiation and Parallel detection for automatic

speed selection (IEEE 802.3u)

High performance 32-bit PCI bus master architecture

with integrated DMA controller for low CPU and bus

utilization

Remote Wake-up Scheme supported

Hot Insertion supported

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▼ Firewire IEEE1394(a)

SiS SB963 IEEE1394 OHCI Host Controller and

Up to 400 Mbps

FW802

Expandable up to 63 devices in chains

▼ Storage

2.5-inch format hard disk drive

5.25-inch format (12.7mm height) fixed module with

24X speed

5.25-inch format (12.7mm height) fixed module

(Optional Purchase)

5.25-inch format (12.7mm height) fixed module

(Optional Purchase)

5.25-inch format (12.7mm height) fixed module

(Optional Purchase)

5.25-inch format (12.7mm height) fixed module

(Optional Purchase)

 Hard Drive

 CD-ROM

 DVD-ROM

 CD-RW

 Combo Drive

 DVD±R/±RW

 Keyboard

 Touch pad

 Chipset

 PHY Layer

 Capabilities

▼ Keyboard & Touch pad

88/90-key QWERTY keyboard with embedded numeric

keypad and Windows keys, 19mm Pitch

Built-in Touch Pad with PageUp / PageDown Buttons

and Scroll Bar

19.05mm Pitch

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▼ Ports and Connectors

One Microphone-in jack

One Headphone / SPDIF jack

One VR Dial for audio volume control

One Firewire (IEEE1394) host connector

Three USB2.0-compliant connectors

One standard network Ethernet connector (RJ-45)

One modem / phone connector (RJ11)

One S-video (TV-out) output connector

One DC-in connector

One 25-pin parallel port connector

One 15-pin VGA connector

One Consumer IR Receiver lens for Remote (Optional)

One SIR/FIR Port

One Card Reader slot (MMC/MS/SD supported)

One PC Card Slot (type II)

One TV Tuner Module connector (Coaxial cable, RCA

Audio Input Jacks, RCA Video Input Jack supported)

▼ Battery Pack / AC Adapter

 Li-ion 12-Cell pack, 11.1V x 8800 mAh, 97.68Wh or

 Li-ion 12-Cell pack, 10.8V x 8800 mAh, 95.04Wh or

 Li-ion 12-Cell pack, 10.8V x 8000 mAh, 86.4Wh or

Smart Battery Compliant

Autosensing AC-in 100~240V, DC-out 20V, 160W

 Audio-In Port

 Audio-Out / SPDIF

 Volume Pot

 Firewire

 USB2.0 Port

 Ethernet

 Modem

 S-Video

 Power-In

 Parallel

 VGA Port

 Consumer IR

 FIR/SIR

 Card Reader

 PC Card Slot

 Multimedia

Input Port

 Battery Pack

Options

 Feature

 Adapter

AC-Input /

DC-Output

A-5

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▼ BIOS

 PnP Function

 Self Test

 Auto

Detection

 Power

Management

 Security

 Other

Features

 O/S

 Dimension

 Weight

 Environmental

Limits

AMI PnP BIOS

Power On Self Test

DRAM auto-detection, auto-sizing

L2 Cache auto-detection

Hard disk type auto-detection

APM 1.2 (Advanced Power Management) &

ACPI 2.0 (Advanced Configuration Power Interface)

Smart Power ®

Two Level Password Protections

32bit access, Ultra DMA, PIO5 Mode support

Multi-boot capability

Support: Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP

Compatible: Microsoft Windows 95/ 98/ 98SE/ ME/

NT4.0

▼ Physical Specification

For 16”-LCD model: 350 (W) x 290 (D) x 40.5 (H) mm

For 15.4”-LCD model: 350 (W) x 290 (D) x 38.5 (H) mm

For 16”-LCD model: 7.5 lbs / 3.4 KG (with CD-ROM)

For 15.4”-LCD model: 7.3 lbs / 3.3 KG (with CD-ROM)

Operating Temperature: 5 to 35oC (41 to 95oF)

Operating Humidity: 20 to 90 percent RH (5 to 35oC)

Storage Temperature: -20 to 50oC (-4 to 122oF)

A-6

■ appendix B agency regulatory notices

APPENDIX▼ B

AGENCY REGULATORY NOTICES

B-1

■ appendix B agency regulatory notices

Federal Communications Commission Notice

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 measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

 Increase the separation between the equipment and the 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 or television technician

for help.

Modifications

The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications

made to this device that are not expressly approved by the Manufacture

may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Connections to Peripheral Devices

Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic

RFI/EMI connector hoods to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and

Regulations.

Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with Part 15/68 the FCC Rules. Operation is subject

to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful

interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired operation.

European Notice

Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive

(89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) and R&TTE

Directive (1999/5/EC) issued by the Commission of the European

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Community.

Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following

European Norms:

 EN55022 (CISPR 22) Radio Frquency Interference

 EN50082 (IEC801-2, IEC801-3, IEC801-4) Electro-magnetic

Immunity

 EN 300 328-2 (ETS 300 328) Radio Spectrum Matter.

 TBR21 (ETS TBR21) Terminal Equipment.

 EN60950 (IEC950) I.T.E. Product Safety

Canadian Notice

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise

emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference

regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

Le present appareil numerique nemet pas de bruits radioelectriques

depassant les limites applicables aux appareils numeriques de Classe B

prescrites dans le reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le

Ministere des Communications du Canada.

Power Cord Requirement

The power cord supplied with the AC adapter should match the plug and

voltage requirements for your local area. Regulatory approval for the AC

adapter has been obtained using the power cord for the local area.

However, if you travel to a different area and need to connect to a different

outlet or voltage, you should use one of the power cords listed below. To

purchase a power cord (including one for a country not listed below) or a

replacement ac adapter, contact your local dealer.

U.S. and Canada

 The cord set must be UL-Listed and CSA-Certified or C-UL Listed.

 The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are (1) No. 18 AWG,

(2) Type SJ, and (3) 3-conductor.

 The cord set must have a rated current capacity of at least 10 A.

 The attachment plug must be an earth-grounding type with a NEMA

5-15P (15A, 125V) or NEMA 6-15P (15 A, 250V) configuration.

Japan

B-3

 All components of the cord set (cord, connector, and plug) must bear

a `PSE` mark and registration number in accordance with the

Gemtek declares that WMIA-123AG ( FCC ID: MXF-M930907) is limited in CH1~CH11

for 2.4GHz by specified firmware controlled in U.S.A.

■ appendix B agency regulatory notices

Japanese Dentori Law.

 The minimum specification for the flexible cord are: (1) 0.75 mm2

conductors, (2) Type VCT or VCTF, and (3) 3-conductor.

 The cord set must have minimum rated current capacity of 7 A.

 The attachment plug must be a two-pole, grounded type with a

Japanese Industrial Standard C8303 (15 A, 125 VAC) configuration.

Other Countries

 The cord set fittings must bear the certification mark of the agency

responsible for evaluation in a specific country. Acceptable agencies

are:

BSI (UK)

OVE (Australia)

CEBEC (Belgium)

SEMKO (Sweden)

FIMKO (Finland)

DEMKO (Denmark)

NEMKO (Norway)

SETI (Finland)

EANSW (Australia)

SEV (Switzerland)

IMQ (Italy)

UTE (France)

CCC (China)

PSB (Singapore)

PSE (Japan)

BSMI (Taiwan)

B (Polish)

 The flexible cord must be of a HAR (harmonized) type HO5VV-F

3-conductor cord with a minimum conductor size of 0.03 square

inches.

 The cord set must have a current capacity of at least 10 A and a

nominal voltage rating of 125 / 250 VAC.

CAUTION: MODEL 766NSx IS DESIGNED TO USE WITH THE

FOLLOWING AC ADAPTER MODEL ONLY

Manufacture: LITE-ON ELECTRONICS, INC.

Model: PA-1161-02 (160W)

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Telephone lines requirement

 The appropriate utilization of 26AWG telephone line cord on unit.

CAUTION: Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet

before servicing or disassembling this equipment.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26AWG or larger

telecommunication line cord.

Battery Pack Safety

 The battery pack is intended to use only with this notebook.

 Do not disassemble the pack.

 Do not dispose of the battery pack in fire or water.

 To avoid risk of fire, burns, or damage to your battery pack, do not

allow a metal object to touch the battery contacts.

 Handle a damaged or leaking battery with extreme care. If you come

in contact with the electrolyte, wash the exposed area with soap and

water. If it contacts the eye, flush the eye with water for 15 minutes

and seek medical attention.

 Do not charge the battery pack if the ambient temperature exceeds

45℃ (113℉).

 To obtain a replacement battery, contact your local dealer.

 Do not expose the battery pack to high storage temperatures (above

60℃, 140℉).

 When discarding a battery pack, contact your local waste disposal

provider regarding local restrictions on the disposal or recycling of

batteries.

 Use only supplied AC Adapter for charging.

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace

only with same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.

Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer`s instructions or local

laws.

VORSICHT! Explisionsgefahr bei unsachgernazen Austausch der Batterie.

Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem

ahnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien navh Angaben des

Herstellers.

B-5

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Laser Safety

The optical drive used with this computer is certified as a Class 1 laser

device according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

(DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard and International Standards IEC

825 / IEC 825-1 (EN60825 / EN60825-1). The device is not considered

harmful, but the following precautions are recommended:

 Do not open the unit.

 Avoid direct exposure to the laser beam.

 If the unit requires service, contact an authorized service center.

 Ensure proper use by reading and following the instructions carefully.

 Do not attempt to make any adjustment of the unit.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1

LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT

Warning!

Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet containing the laser. The laser

beam used in this product is harmful to the eyes. The use of optical

instruments, such as magnifying lenses, with this product increase the

potential hazard to your eyes. For your safety, have this equipment

serviced only by an authorized service provider.

LED (Infrared) Safety

The infrared port located on the left side of this computer is classified as a

Class 1 LED (light-emitting diode) device according to International

Standard IEC 825-1 (EN60825-1). This device is not considered harmful,

but the following precautions are recommended:

 Do not attempt to view the infrared LED beam with any type of optical

device.

 Do not attempt to make any adjustment of the unit.

 If the unit requires service, contact an authorized service center.

 Avoid direct eye exposure to the infrared LED beam. Be aware that

the beam is invisible light and cannot be seen.

CLASS 1 LED PRODUCT

LEDSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT

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Lithium battery warning

This computer contains a lithium battery to power the clock and calendar

circuitry.

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace

only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.

Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

ATTENTION: Il y a danger d’xplosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la

batterie. Remplacer uniquement avcc unc batterie du meme type ou d’un

type recommande par le constructer. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagees

conformement aux instructions du fabricant.

VORSICHT! Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemBen Austausch der Batterie

Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem

ahnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des

Herstellers.

Der Arbeitsplatzbezogene Schalldruckpegel nach DIN 45 635 betragt 70dB

(A) oder weniger.

Zum Netzanschlua dieses Gerates ist eine geprufte Leitung zu verwenden.

Fur einen Nennstrom bis 6A und einem Gerategewicht groBer 3kg ist eine

Leitung nicht leichter als H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2 einzusetzen.

Die Steckdose muB nahe dem Gerat angebracht und leicht

zuganglich sein.

B-7

Bobsled use the Gemtek WMIA-123AG

1. Insert the Pmni-PCI at an angle of approximately 45 degrees into the

Mini-PCI interface socket

2. Press down the Mini-PCI and make sure the combination be firm.

3. Connect the internal antenna

4. Connect the External antenna

5. Accomplish the final module.

Federal Communication Commission Interference 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 of the following measures:

- 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.

FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not

expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's

authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that

may cause undesired operation.

Statement Needed to be Shown on End Product

Since this module is installed inside the end product, the end product should be

affixed a label on visible area showing that this product contain a RF module, and

also its FCC ID.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an

uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with

minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other

antenna or transmitter.

The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user

regarding how to install or remove this RF module in the users manual of the end

product which integrate this module.

This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following conditions:

1) The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the

antenna and users, and

2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or

antenna.

As long as the 2 conditions above are met, further transmitter testing will not be

required. However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their

end-product for any additional compliance requirements required with this module

installed ( for example, NB, AP, Router )

IMPORTANT NOTE: In the event that these conditions can not be met (for

example certain laptop configurations or co-location with another transmitter),

then the FCC authorization is no longer considered valid and the FCC ID can not

be used on the final product. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be

responsible for re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) and

Obtaining a separate FCC authorization.

End Product Labelling

This transmitter module is authorized only for use in devices where the antenna

may be installed such that 20 cm may be maintained between the antenna and

users ( for example: NB, AP, Router )

The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following:

“ Contains TX FCC ID: MXF-M930907”.

Manual Information That Must be Included

The users manual for end users must include the following information in a

prominent location “

IMPORTANT NOTE: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements,

the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation

distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or

operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”

Gemtek declares that WMIA-123AG ( FCC ID: MXF-M930907 ) is limited in

CH1~CH11 for 2.4GHz by specified firmware controlled in U.S.A

Canadian Notice:

Canada (Industry Canada):

To prevent radio interference to the licensed service (i.e. co-channel

Mobile Satellite systems) this device is intended to be operated

indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding.

Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is

subject to licensing. Operation in 5150-5250 MHz is exclusively for

indoor usage to reduce potential for harmful interference to cochannel

Mobile Satellite systems.

When using antennas with a gain greater than 5dBi at 5250-5350 MHz,

the maximum permitted EIRP level for this frequency may not be

exceeded. Because high power radars are allocated as primary users

(meaning they have priority) in 5250-5350 MHz, these radars could

cause interference and/or damage to license exempt LAN devices.

The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is

located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of

Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code

6, obtainable from Health Canada＇s website www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb

This device is limited to indoor operations when operating in the 

5.15-5.25GHz band.

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