Getac Technology 007 Notebook PC User Manual chapter 2

Getac Technology Corp. Notebook PC chapter 2

chapter 2

A-760 Series Notebook Operator's Manual Chapter2Rev. 00 2-1Chapter 2Operation2-1 IntroductionThis chapter tells how to use the notebook.2-2 Opening and Closing the NotebookThis section tells how to open the notebook cover and access doors. See Figure 2-1.2-2.1 Opening the Cover To open the notebook, press hook outward and tilt the cover up to a comfortable viewing angle. (Usually about 110°) See Figure 2-1.2-2.2 Closing the CoverTo close the notebook, tilt the cover down until it clicks shut. The computer stays onif you close the cover while system power is applied.2-2.3 Opening the PCMCIA/FDD/CD ROM DoorOpen doors only when it is required to access components behind them.To open a door:1. Insert a small flat edged object (coin edge or screw-driver) in a door or cover securingcaptive screw.2. Turn the screw counterclockwise until it comes loose from its socket.3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each securing screw.Figure 2-1 Opening the Notebook
A-760 Series Notebook Operator's Manual Chapter2Rev. 00 2-24. Grab a securing screw and open a door.2-2.4 Shutting the PCMCIA/FDD/CD-ROM Door1. Shut the door or put the PCMCIA/FDD/CD-ROM back in place.2. Align the door or cover securing screws with their sockets.3. Use a flat edged tool (coin or screw driver) to turn the screws clockwise until tight.NOTEKeep all access doors and covers tightly shut when not in use.Figure 2-2 Opening a Door
A-760 Series Notebook Operator's Manual Chapter2Rev. 00 2-32-3 Connecting and Installing DevicesThis section gives instructions for installing, removing, changing, or connectingdevices via the notebook external ports or sockets.2-3.1 Serial and Parallel PortItem 1, Item2, Figure 2-3 shows how to connect serial and parallel cables. Make surethe mating connector is tightly secured by pushing it to the end and lock the screws.2-3.2 External Power AdapterItem 3, Figure 2-3 shows how to connect the power adapter. Make sure the matingconnector is tightly secured by pushing it to the end.NOTEThe notebook can be on or off when connecting or disconnecting theadapter.Figure 2-3 Connecting the External Power, Serial , and Parallel ports 3 2 1
A-760 Series Notebook Operator's Manual Chapter2Rev. 00 2-42-3.3 DiskettesTo install a diskette,1. Open the PCMCIA slot/ diskette drive access door.2. Slide the diskette into the drive with the printed label facing up until it clicks in place.To remove the diskette, press the ejector button on the right side of the drive. SeeFigure 2-4.2-3.4 Remove the Floppy Diskette Drive / CD-ROM / Bay 1 Battery1. Open the PCMCIA /FDD/CD-ROM door.2. Push the ejector handle at the front bottom of the FDD/CD-ROM/Bay 1 batterycompartment to let it spring back about 0.4 cm..3. Pull out the handle outwards about 3 cm and stop pulling to prevent it from beingdamaged.4. Hold two sides of the FDD / CD-ROM/Bay 1 battery module and slide it out smoothly.Figure 2-4 Removeing a Diskette1 2Open Door Push Eject Handle
A-760 Series Notebook Operator's Manual Chapter2Rev. 00 2-52-3.5 PCMCIA CardsThe PCMCIA ports support up to two type-II PCMCIA cards or one type-III PCMCIAcard. A type-III PCMCIA card occupies both slots.1. Open the PCMCIA slot/diskette drive door.2. Slide the card into the slot with the insert marking facing up until it seats.To remove the upper card, press the eject button on the left. To remove the lower card,press the button on the right. (See Figure 2-6).Figure 2-5 Removing a FDD/CD-ROMFigure 2-6 Removing a PCMCIA Cards43Don’t Pull it.PCMCIA Card
A-760 Series Notebook Operator's Manual Chapter2Rev. 00 2-62-3.6 Hard DiskCAUTION!Installing or removing a hard disk when the computer is on can destroythe system board and hard disk.To remove and change the hard disk:1. Turn the computer off.2. Loose the screws from up, down of the Hdd disk.3. Grab the handle of the hard disk module and pull it out. (See Figure 2-7).4. Insert the new hard disk module in the slot until it seats firmly.5. If necessary, run the system configuration program when the system boots next time.See chapter 3 for details.Figure 2-7 Removing a Hard DiskHard Disk
A-760 Series Notebook Operator's Manual Chapter2Rev. 00 2-72-4 First Time UseThis section describes activities to complete prior to using the notebook the first time.1. Put the rechargeable battery pack into the battery compartment.2. Connect the power adapter to the power port.3. Connect the power adatper into a properly rated power source.4. Turn on the computer.2-4.1 Configuring the SystemThe notebook is configured in the factory. Run the SETUP program when thecomputer boots for the first time to record the system settings. For more details aboutconfiguring the system and when to do it, see Chapter 3.2-4.2 Installing Software DriverBefore you install your new software, make a backup copy of the original programdisk using the DOS Diskcopy command or the Windows disk copy utility in filemanager.2-4.2.1.1 Installation Cardworks in Windows 95At First you install Cardworks for Windows 95 before, you must install PatchProgram, otherwise that can’t confirm PCMCIA card. (Please user can self catch theW95SU523.exe from http://www.toshiba.ca/my_html/files2.htm).1. With Windows running, insert Cardworks Software disk into drive A.2. In the Windows program manager, select Run.... from the File menu and typeA:\Setup.exe. Press ENTER, or choose OK.

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