Getac Technology 008 Notebook PC User Manual A320S UserMan 1

Getac Technology Corp. Notebook PC A320S UserMan 1

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Chapter 2
Operation
2-1 Introduction
This chapter tells how to use the notebook.
2-2 Opening and Closing the Notebook
This 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.
Figure 2-1 Opening the Notebook
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2-2.2 Closing the Cover
To close the notebook, tilt the cover down until it clicks shut. The computer
stays on if you close the cover while system power is applied.
2-2.3 Opening the PCMCIA/FDD/CD ROM Door
Open 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
securing captive screw.
2. Turn the screw counterclockwise until it comes loose from its socket.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each securing screw.
4. Grab a securing screw and open a door.
2-2.4 Shutting the PCMCIA/FDD/CD-ROM Door
1. Shut the door or put the PCMCIA/FDD/CD-ROM back in place.
Figure 2-2 Opening a Door
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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.
NOTE
Keep all access doors and covers tightly shut when not in use.
2-3 Connecting and Installing Devices
This section gives instructions for installing, removing, changing, or
connecting devices via the notebook external ports or sockets.
2-3.1 Serial and Parallel Port
Item 1, Item2, Figure 2-3 shows how to connect serial and parallel cables.
Make sure the mating connector is tightly secured by pushing it to the end and
lock the screws.
2-3.2 External Power Adapter
Item 3, Figure 2-3 shows how to connect the power adapter. Make sure the
mating connector is tightly secured by pushing it to the end.
Figure 2-3 Connecting the External Power, Serial , and Parallel ports
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NOTE
The notebook can be on or off when connecting or
disconnecting the adapter.
2-3.3 Diskettes
To 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.
See Figure 2-4.
2-3.4 Remove the Floppy Diskette Drive / CD-ROM / Bay 1
Battery
1. Open the PCMCIA /FDD/CD-ROM door.
2. Push the ejector handle at the front bottom of the FDD/CD-ROM/Bay 1 battery
compartment to let it spring back about 0.4 cm..
Figure 2-4 Removeing a Diskette
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3. Pull out the handle outwards about 3 cm and stop pulling to prevent it from
being damaged.
4. Hold two sides of the FDD / CD-ROM/Bay 1 battery module and slide it out
smoothly.
Figure 2-5 Removing a FDD/CD-ROM
1
2
4
3
Open Door
Push Eject Handle
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2-3.5 PCMCIA Cards
The PCMCIA ports support up to two type-II PCMCIA cards or one type-III
PCMCIA card. 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 2-6 Removing a PCMCIA Cards
PCMCIA Card
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2-3.6 Hard Disk
CAUTION!
Installing or removing a hard disk when the computer is on can
destroy the 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.
2.3.7 IEEE 1394
— IEEE 1394-1995 COMPLIANT AND COMPATIBLE WITH
PROPOSAL 1394A
Figure 2-7 Removing a Hard Disk
Hard Disk
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— 3.3V CORE LOGIC WITH UNIVERSAL PCI INTERFACE
COMPATIBLE WITH 3.3V AND 5V PCI SIGNALING
ENVIRONMENTS COMPLIANT TO LATEST PCI
SPECIFICATION ,PCI 2.2
— PCI POWER MANAGEMENT COMPLIANT
— CABLE POWER PRESENCE MONITORING
— LOW COST 24.576MHZ CRYSTAL PROVIDES TRANSMIT,
RECEIVE DATA AT 100/200/400 MEGABITS PER SECOND,
AND LINK-LAYER CONTROLLER CLOCK AT 49.152 MHZ
— FULLY INTEROPERABLE WITH FIREWIRE
IMPLEMENTATION OF IEEE STANDARD 1394
— PROVIDES 6-PIN IEEE1394 STANDARD CONNECTOR*1
NOTE
1. The Cable length of the IEEE 1394 must < 4.5m.
2. The system supports 15W power for the cable.
2.3.8 Lan Module (10/100 base-T Fast Ethernet unit)
Integrated Fast Enternet MAC,Physical chip and transceiver
in one chip
Support 10 Mb/s and 100 Mb/s N-way Auto negotiation
operation
Compliant to PCI Revision 2.2
Support ACPI,PCI power management
Support Wake-On-LAN function and remote wake-up
Half/Full duplex capability
Support digital and analog loopback capability on both ports
Support full duplex flow control (IEEE 802.3x)
Operation support:
Windows 98
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Windows NT4.0
Windows 2000
Lan Port
Modem Port
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2-4 First Time Use
This 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 System
The notebook is configured in the factory. Run the SETUP program when the
computer boots for the first time to record the system settings. For more
details about configuring the system and when to do it, see Chapter 3.
2-4.2 Installing Software Driver
Before you install your new software, make a backup copy of the original
program disk using the DOS Diskcopy command or the Windows disk copy
utility in file manager.
2.4.2.1 Installation PCMCIA TI 1225 Driver in Windows 98
1. With Windows running, insert PCI 1225 Driver disk into drive A.
2. In the Windows program manager, select Run.... from the File menu and
type A:\Setup.exe. Press ENTER, or choose OK.
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3. Select “OK” button to install PCMCIA driver.
4.
When install driver completed then restart your computer.
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2-4.2.2 Installation Cardwizard Driver in Windows NT4.0
Installing CardWizard fro Windows NT is a simple task. Just insert the
diskette into the appropriate drive and follow the prompts on the screen. If you
need assistance refer to the instructions below:
1. If you have any PC cards currently installed in PC card slots, remove them.
2. If you system is connected to a network, lof off before starting the
installation.
3. Logon as an Administrator.
4. Carefully read the ReadMe file on the installation diskette.
5. Choose Run from the Windows NT Start button.
6. Enter A:\Setup.exe on the Open line in the Run dialog box.
7. Choose OK.
The installation program starts and indicates that Setup is preparing for the
installation.
You will then be guided through the installation process.
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8. Select “Next” button then double click.
9. Select “Next” button to display the welcome screen.
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10. The following warning will appear. Remove any inserted PC Cards.
11. You can follow the default directory to install program then double click
“Next”button or you can create new directory to install.
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12. After all files have been copied, the following screen will be
displayed.then you select “Yes, I want to restart my computer now” then
double click “Finish”button.
2-5 Daily Operation
This section discusses expected daily notebook activity.
2-5.1 Starting the Computer
To start the computer :
1. Make sure all peripherals are properly connected.
2. If using the AC adapter or external power, make sure it is connected.
3. Open the cover.
4. Press the Power button. The power on indicator lights up. The
computer performs a Power On Self Test (POST) and checks
configuration settings. Depending on the configuration, items tested
include :
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l system board
l system DRAM
l video controller
l keyboard controller
l I/O controllers
l hard disk
l diskette drive
5. If the POST finds an inconsistency between expected and actual system con
figuration it will display an error message.
6. If the cause is known and will not cause other difficulties, press F1. To
correct the discrepancy, press F2 and change configuration settings
accordingly. See chapter 3 for details about SETUP.
7. After the POST, the system checks for a system password. If one is
present, the computer prompts for its entry before continuing. Carefully
type it in.
NOTE
The password characters do not appear on the screen.
8. After password confirmation, the system tries to boot from drive A first
and then drive C.
9. Adjust brightness, and viewing angle for best appearance and comfort.
2-5.2 Turning Off The Notebook
To turn off the notebook
1. Save all data and close all open programs.
2. Press the Power button to turn off power.
3. Swing the cover closed until it clicks shut.
4. Turn off and disconnect all peripheral devices.
5. Close and tighten all access doors and covers.
2-5.3 Using the Notebook in the Car
When you using the notebook in the car, you must carefully follow as:
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1. Start engine wait five to ten minutes and then plug car power cable into
car cigarette. (See Figure 2-8).
2. Before have notebook connected with car power cable be sure the
notebook is off.
3. Once you have the notebook connected car power cable.
4. Turn on of the notebook.
2.6 Using External Power Sources
CAUTION
The external power adapter is rated for input sources within the
following constraints:
A-Series:
AC: 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz
DC: 9-20VDC direct input without charging function (option)
22.8-32 VDC external car adapter/charger (option)
Connecting to sources outside this range may damage the
external power adapter
To save battery power, use power adapter with an external power source
whenever possible.
Tips for using the external power adapter.
Figure 2-8 Plug Car Power Cable in Notebook
Plug in car cigarette
lighter
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1. Connect the external adapter to the computer as the main power source no
matter when the computer is in use or not.
2. If the external adapter is not connected while the computer is in operation
and the power indicator is blinking, which shows the batteries are running
out of energy, please connect the adapter to the computer and plug in the
power cord to the outlet immediately.
2-6.1 Using AC External Adapter
A-Series provides an AC external adapter for standard configuration. Use the nearby
AC power source.
2-6.2 Charging the Batteries
Make sure the external adapter is connected to the computer. It has two
charging rates depending on notebook operating or power off.
Section 2-4.1 gives detailed instructions on connecting an external power
source and charging the batteries.
2-7 Running On Battery Power
The notebook has several power management features to prolong continuous
operation on battery power.
This section describes the power saving modes and tells how to take best
advantage of them. It includes default settings for each mode. For instructions
about changing them, see chapter 3.
2-8 Use the External FDD
1. Plug the 36 pin external FDD cable to the external FDD, and the other end
(25-pin) to the computer printer port. (See Figure 2-9)
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2. Plug the DC power cable to the external FDD, and plug the other end to one of
two PS/2 ports.
Figure 2-9 Use the External FDD
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