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A-320T SERIES
NOTEBOOK
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
PIN: 799001122010 R00
A-320T Notebook Operator‘s Manual
©Copyrighl by MTC 1998. Ali rights reserved. No part or this publication maybe reproduced
by any means "or any reason without express written approval from MTC or its authorized
tepresen lative.
MTC makes no representations, either express or implied concernan the accuracy of this
manual All the iniormation contained herein is heiieved to be complete and reliable as oi the
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A-320T Notebook Operator's Manual Notice: for Users in the USA
Class B Regulations
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and round to comply with the limits fora Class 5 digital device
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are design 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
instnictlons. may cause harmfu interterence to radio communications. However. there is no
guarantee that Interierence will not occur in a particular installation. It this equipment does
cause harmful interference to rattle or television reception. which can be determined by turning
the equrpment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more 0! the followmg measures:
Reorient or relocate the receivlng 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.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the
user‘s authority to operate the equipment.
Please note:
i . The use of a non—shielded interface cable With this equipment is prohibited.
2. A shielded AC power cord mLst be used with this equipment.
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Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC' issued by the Cummissian of the European Community
Compliance will! these directives Implies conformity lo the following European Norms:
o EN55022 (CISR 22)-Radia Frequency Interference
O ENSOO'SZJ (lECBO1-2. iECBOi-S, IECBOfl-4)-Eleckrornagnelic immunny
o EN605-55-2 (lEC555-2j-Power Line Harmonics
0 9161013044 (IEC10003-3}Vollage Fluctuations and Flicker
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A—320T Notebook Operator's Manual
Preface
This is the A-320T Series Notebook Operation Guide
Contents
This manual contains information for personnel using the A-320T Series notebook computert
Readers should have a basic understanding of Windows 93 operating system inslatled on the
computer when reading this document, With the exception of the SETUP configuration
program. which is part of the system firmware, this manual does not explain any ofthe software
or devices used with the system. Supplemental manuals or texl~besed documenls on the hard
disk supply information about any software included with the system.
Audience
All operators using the notebook in or out of the field should read and become familiar thh this
manual.
Organization
This manual has: three chapters,
Chapter I introduces the notebook pointing out its major features.
Chapter 2 expla ns daily operation
Chapter 3 gives detailed information about configuring the notebook»
Chapter 4 introduces the notebook Maintenance,
Supplemental Reading
For further intunnation about this computer and computing in general. use these reterences‘
o A—320T Series Service Manual for detailed troubleshooting and repair instructions for
serious hardware problems associated with the A—320T Series notebook,
~ Various sottivare manuals offer detailed lnslmotians about individual programs mn on the
notebook.
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Input Devlcos
Output Device
Specifications (reference only)
Standard Optional
Intel Pentium III 500 MHz Intel Pentium III SDUMHz or above
126. 195 MB. Maxium 256MB
12,1-inch color LCD. 64K coiorTFT‘super 12.1-inch for Sun-Light Readable
VGA 12.1-lnch Touch Screen
2. 13.3 i ll color LCD< SVGA TFTIDSTN
- B7-key s:huwer proof and dust-proof mbber
keyboard
- Embedded two~bultan Track Pad
0 Micro hone Port
' Speaker Port
Eacklighl optlon
Communication
pans
Power adapter
O parating
system
Tern peraturo
storage devlcea
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Battery pack
One Rsnzaz serial port
One Cerltrunics parallel port, support
EPP/ECP
One external monitor port
One external P312 keybneni/Mouee port
One Po'l Replicator port
One external power supply port
One infrared porn IrDA oomgliance
One USB port
One 1394 For!
One Lan Part
One Modem Port
0 Removable 3 rechargeable main
LI—ion battery pack with the functions
of Dn-Iire charge and hot swap (while
Bay 1 battery coexists), total 71
watts
- Removable a. rechargeable Bay 1 Ll-ion
battery pack in Bay 1. total 47 watts
- 9-20 VDC dlrect Input without Charglng
function
AC: 100-240 V, 50-60 HZ , 54 watts
Voul 22,5V, -2“/n~43%, 24A, CV mode
Vout 23,5V~10V. 2,1A~3,5A. . CP mode
- 22.8-32 VDC external car adaptor/charger
0 Windows 98
. Windows NT
Operating: 0°C to +45°C - Option: 720°C in 050'0 (tested)
. Removable shock proof demaped 2,5" lDE - Removable shock proof damaged
HDD. capacity > 2.163 2.5“ IDE HDD. capacity > 4.0. GAGE r
. Optional removable 3.5“ 1.44MB FDD‘ a (Swap with either CO-ROM module or Bayl l
to install in Bay 1‘ |nternally battery pack): oonnecled to parallel port with
optional cable externally
- Optional CD-ROM module to be installed in 3
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310mm (31 cm) W
58mm (6.8 cm) H
255mm (25.5 cm} D
11.24 Has (51kg)
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11.
12,
13.
14.
Safety Summary
Read these instructions before using or working on this computer,
Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual or marks on the computer and its
components.
Avoid submerging the system unit in liquids.
avoid stacking papers or other flammable objects on top of, underneath, or next to the
system unit.
Use only batteries suppliec with the system.
Make sure any external power source connected to the adapter or system confDrms with
adapter or system ratings.
The external power adapte' has a three~pronged grounding plug. If an adapter is needed
to plug the system into a priwer source, make sure the system is properly grounded.
Arrange all cables so that they are out of traffic and unobstructed by personnel or
equipment.
Avoid using extension cards with this product. If an extension cord is needed. make sure it
is rated for at least 10 ampiares.
Make sure amperage drawn by all items plugged Into an outlet with this system does not
exceed 15 amperes.
Do ncil put any obiects except those designed for use with this system inside the
computer.
Observe proper electrical safety precautions when perfurming system maintenance.
Replace any cables with identically rated cables as those included with the original
equipment.
Improper handling or the battery can cause personal injury or fires. Do not attempt to
disassemble or replace individual cells in the battery pack. Do not expose the battery to
open flames. Do not short ‘:he positive and negative ends together even if the battery is
tulty discharged. Keep the battery away from children.
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Table of Contents
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Preface
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Contents
Audience
Organization
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Supplemental Readmg e
Specifications
Specifications
Safety Summary
Safety Summary ................................................................ II
Chapter 1 System Overview
1-1 Introduction
1-2 System Desc ription
1-3 System Configuration .
1-3.l Standard Configuratmn M
1-12 Options and Accessories ..
1-13 System Identification
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1-4 Unpacking
1-5 Notebook Features
l-SJ Cover
l—S.2 Display.
l-5.3 Power Switch.
1-5.4 Keyboard .....
1-5‘5 Pointing Devic
l-5.6 Volume Control.
l-5.7 Brightness Control....
l-5.8 Keyboard Backllght .
1-53 CRT/LCD/Simulscan Toggle ..
l-S.l(| Panel On/‘Off
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2-3
2—4
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l-S.ll Standby Mode
l-5.12 Suspend Mode
l -5. l 3 Status Row...
1-544 Battery Pack ..
l-SJS Low Battery Indication
1-516 Battery Charger
1-5.17 CHARGE LED Indicator Status
1-5.18 Diskette Drive and CD-ROM .....
1-119 PCMCIA Silot and Diskette Drive and CD-ROM Door
1-5.20 PCMCIA Slot.
1-511 VGA Port.
1-512 Serial P011
1-513 Printer Po rt .
l-5.24 Port Repliontor Port ..
1-515 erA Port.
1—516 US]! Port..
1-517 Keyboard/Mouse Por
1-528 External Power Source Port
1-529 External Power Adapter 4
Chapter 2 Operation
lntroductuon.2—1
2 -1
2 -1
2 -1
2 -2
2-2
2-3
2-3
Opening and Closing the Notebook ..
2-2.1 Opening the Cover.
2-2.2 Closing the Cover...
2-23 Opening the PCMClA/FDD/CD-ROM Donr
2-2.4 Shutting the PCMClA/FDD/CD-ROM Door
Connecting and Installing Devices
2-11 Serial and Parallel Port.
2—31 External Power Adapter 2- 3
2-33 Diskettes.. ... 2- 4
24.4 Remove the Floppy Diskette Drive and CD—ROM/ Bay 1 ButteryZ- 4
2-35 PCMCIA Cards.. 2— S
24.6 Hard Disk . 2-6
2-17 IEEE 1394. 2-6
2—18 Lun Module (10/100 Basefl‘ Fast Ethernet Uni 2—7
First Time Use" ... 2-8
7,-4.1 Configuring the System.
2-4.2 Installing Software Driver
Daily Operatio
2-5.1 Starting t 1. omputer ..
2-51 Turning OH The Notebook
2-53 Using the Notebook in the Car
Using External Power Sources
2-6.l Using AC External Adaptor .
2-61 Charging the Batteries ..
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3-2
4-1
4-2
4—3
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Running On Battery Power 2-14
Use the External FDD 2&14
Chapter 3 The SETUP Program
Introduction 3-1
Running SETUP and Moving Around
3-2.l Main ......................................
3-23- Moving Around and making Selectinns..
3-23 Security .. .. 3-8
3-24 iner.. 3-10
34.5 Exit... 3-13
Chapter 4 Notebook Maintenance
Introduction ..
Battery Muintenance..,,...
4—3.1 Conserving Power
4-12 Changing the Battery ac
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List of Figures
Figure l-l A-320T Notebook, Front View l-2
Figure l-2 Rubber Keyboard l-3
Figure 1-3 Cursor Control Keys ......
Figure 1-4 Track Pad Pointing Device
Figure 1-5 A-320T Status Row..
Figure 1-6 Diskette Drive and CD-ROM
Figure l-7 Rear Side View 1-9
Figure 2-1 Opening the Notebook 2-1
L, Figure 2-2 Opening a Door
Figure 2-3 Connecting the External Power, Serlnl & Parallel Ports......................2-3
Figure 2-4 Removing a Diskette ...........
Figure 2-5 Removing a FDDICD—ROM .
Figure 2-6 Removing a PC MCIA Cords
Figure 2-7 Removing a Hard Disk .......
Figure 2-8 Plug Car Power Cable in Notebook......................................................2-12
Figure 2-9 Use the External FDD 2-13
List ofTables
(a Table 1-1 Standard A-320T Notebook Computer .................................................... l-l
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1. We do not guarantee our system can nomtally work at the temperature
below 0°C for standard,
2. The system does not suppon the fitncuotts of “When I close the tidof
my portable computer: " in “Advanced" of “Power Management
Properties” under Windows 98 with ACPI enabled
3.The system does not support APM functions such as Standby.
Suspend to RAM, Suspend To Disk... .etc. under Windows NT4.0.
4 When you are installing some drivers under some operating systems, if you
see the message showing "You are about to install a third- party driver",
please do not care about it. This message only informs you that the driver
you are installing is writoen by the third party and it will not affect the
function.
5. The system can’t support PNP function on the monitor item.
Save To Disk Utility
This “Save To Disk Utility" diskette provides the "Ovmakfilexe" file for the user to
create the "Suspend To Disk“ partition on the HDD.
The HDD must be a clean one, which has not been partitioned before. If
the HDD has any partition(s) inside, then all the partitions need to be
deleted first before the HDD can create the partition for “ Suspend To
Disk".
To create the “Suspend To Disk" partition, please follow the following steps:
Turn on the computer.
Press "F2“ to enter System Configuration Utility (SCU),
Select Main —)Bt)ot Sequence —) A: then C: , then click "OK“.
Select Security -} Virus Alert (disable) —> Boot Sector Protect (disable) , then press
"Esc"
Select PoweréEnahle Power Management (enable) —) Customize —) Suspend Data
To: DISK ,then click “OK".
Select Exit —> Save Changes and Exit , then press "Enter" and click “OK“ to save the
current settings to CMOS and then the system will restart.
Start the computer under DOS mode.
Insert the "Save To Disk Utility" diskette into Drive A.
Type “Ovmakfil —~p68”, then press “Enter“.
0. Afler the following messages are shown on the screen. "Suspend To Disk" will be
enabled afier rebooting.
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5"
9”
”509°.“
Suspend-To-Disk Utility. Version 2.01.00(R09)
Copyright t989-1995 SystemSot’l Corp. All Rights Reserved.
Video RAM size = 2:2 x 64K
System RAM size =5 12 x 64K
Least Partition Size = 34MB
No partition present
100%
Data File Verified — Susplmcl-To-Dt'sk is Enabled afler REBOOT.
A:\>
I. EM] Accessory Descriptions:
The user can use the following EM! Accessories for better EMI protection.
EMI Core -—— There are two same EMI cores. One is used to directly wrap around
i.
the 1394 cable of the user near the 1394 port side
The other IS used to wrap around me Lari cable of the user.
(The cable should pass through the core twice to form a coil)
The cores should be pill close to the computer side for best perfomiancc.
EM] Cable — There are two same EM] cables. One is for the microphone port
and the outer is for the speaker port. The male connectors are
connected to the microphone and speaker ports, and the female
connectors are connected to the microphone and speakefls).
Modem Cable — One modem cable together with the EMI core is used for the
modem port.
The connector close to the EM! core should be connected to the modem
port of the computer for best performance,
EMl Cable
EMl Core
1394 Cable (Picture sample only,
not included)
Speaker Port Microphone Port
Figure 1 m1 Core & Cable
EM] Core
Modem Cable
Lan Cable (Picture sample only,
not included)
ESD:
Air ilSKv (Max)
Contact
iSKv (Max)
iBKv (Max) for DVD ROM Drive Only
t4Kv (Max) for DVD ROM Drive Only
Above Spec.is based on the DVD component Spec‘
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Chapter 1
System Overview
1-1 Introduction
A-320'r Series notebook computer is a new generation notebook computer. It is a
high-end rugged notebook computer which is an industrial notebook with some
rugged features such as vibration. shock, drop and drip-proof. It is designed for using
in vehicle or in the harsh environment,
The A-3ZOT Series notebook computer implements the new technologies in the
industrial market. Large display panel, high capacity hard disk drive. PCI bus and
CD-ROM, etc. An Intel Pentium III 500 MHZ CPU is the heart of this notebook
computer. This chapter introduces and explains the A—320T Series notebook and its
computer parts.
1-2 System Description
The A-320T Series computer is a compact fully portable notebook computer. It
operates as a stand alone system for most applications
It offers superior performance under harsh environmental and operating conditions. It
is fully compatible with the IBM PC/AT standard.
1-3 System Configuration
This section presents and explains possible notebook hardware configurations. Refer
to the nameplate on the notebook bottom for that system's configuration,
1-3.1 Standard Configuration
Table 1—1 lists the major common features of the standard A-320T systems
The specifications in this table may be different from yours due to the optional items,
Please refer to the detailed specifications Including the standard and optional
configuratons on page d,
Table 1-1 Standard A-32OT Notebook Computer
Descrl tlon
Intel Pentium III 500 MHZ or above
Storage device Removable 2.5—lnch 6.4 GB hard disk drive ( or above )
Removable 3.5—lnch 1,44 MB Floppy disk drlve
Dlsplay 1. ‘lZl-inch color LCD, 64K color TFI', super VGA
2. 13.3-lnch color LCD, XGATFT 1024 X 768
resoulation. i _rated -ower conserve mode
Power source
Keyboard 87key shower proof rubber keyboard. Embedded Iwo button track
pad
PCMCIA Two PCMCIA sockets t -5 II or one
IIO Dewces One R‘s-232 serlal port
One Centrcnlcs parallel port. support EPP/ECP
One external monilor port
One external P812 keyboard/Mouse port
One Port Replicator port
One external power supply port
One lntrared port. IrDA compliance
One USB port
One 1394 port
One Lan Port
One Modem Port
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1-3.2 Options and Accessories
0 External FDD
0 LED-Backlight Keyboard
The LEDfBacklight keyboard function keys is Fn-l—FSi
O CD-ROMIDVD ROM
0 Modern Module
0 Lan Module
1-3.2.1 Carrying Bag
The carrying bag makes carrying the notebook and its peripherals easier, It has
compartments for up to four diskettes, this manual, the power supply, and all
notebook cables.
I-3.3 System Identification
The nameplate listing system information is at the bottom of the notebook. It contains:
- Factory configuration
- Model number
0 Serial number
1-4 Unpacking
Use this checklist to make sure all items included with the notebook are present in
good condition.
0 Notebook computer
o Rechargeable battery pack
0 AC adapter
0 Power cord
0 Operation Manual
. A320TIA760 DRIVER CD
If any items are missing or damaged, please contact the supplier.
1-5 Notebook Features
Figures from 1—1 through 1~-11 identify the major notebook parts, indicators, and
controls.
Figure 1-1 A-320T Notebook, Front View
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1-5.1 Cover
The notebook cover (Item 1, Figure 1-1) houses the display unit and its control
devices.
l-S.2 Display
The display have three types, one is 12.1" TFT 16 bit color LCD display (Item 2.
Figure H) is selected in A320T‘~Series notebook computer. The resolution of this
LCD display is 800 X 600 pixels (SVGA standard). But the connection mechanism
from LCD display to motherboard is designed flexibly for different venders of LCD
displays and different types, The other is 13.3" TFT 24 bit color LCD display , the
resolution is 1024 X 768.
1-5.3 Power Switch
The power switch (Item 5, Figure 1-1) turns the notebook power on and off.
1-5.4 Keyboard
The keyboard ( Item 3, Figure H), is the primary tool for typing data and conunands
into the notebook,
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1-5.4.1 Function Keys
The function keys give special commands defined by software. The notebook BIOS
also uses function keys to set some configuration parameters.
The rubber keyboard has twelve function keys numbered from Fl through 1:12 (Item
I, Figure 1—2) and Fit (Item 9, Figure 1-2).
16.4.2 Embedded Numeric Keypad
(Item 2, Figure 1-2) These keys act like calculator keys when the NUM LOCK light
is on. When the numeric keypad is active, the notebook disables the alphabet keys
doubling as numeric keypad keys.
16.4.3 Num Lock
The Num Lock key (Item 3, Figure 1-2) activates and deactivates the embedded
numeric keypad. When the numeric keypad is active, the NUM LOCK indicator
comes on and the alphabetic abilities of the embedded numeric keyboard are disabled.
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1-5.4.4 Prt Sc/Sys Rq
The Prt ScISys Rq key (Item 4, Figure 1»2) sends a print message to an attached
printer to create a hard copy of data shown on the screen or makes other system
requests depending on the running sonare.
1-§.4.5 Scroll Lock
The scroll lock key (Item 5, Figure 1-2) works with some software to freeze the
display.
1-5.4.6 Pause/Break
The Pause/Break key (Item 6. Figure 1-2) temporarily or permanently stops a
program.
1-5.4.7 Ctr] and Alt Keys
(Item 7, Item 8, Figure 1-2) Some software programs use these keys in conjunction
with other typewriter keys to perform special functions. See the associated software
manual for details.
1-5.4.8 Cursor Control Keys
( Figure 1-3) Ten keys around the keyboard right edge work with many programs to
enhance editing and cursor placement See the software manuals for their proper
operation. The cursor control keys are:
OInserl (Item 1. Figure 1-3)
0 Delete (Item 2, Figure 1-3)
0 Home (Item 3, Figure 1..3 ) m.
IPgUp (Item 4. Figure 1-3 ) 3
O PgDn (Item 5. Figure 1-3)
OEnd (Item 6. Figure 1-3 )
a —> (Item 7. Figure 1—3 )
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O T (Item 9. Figure 1-3) ? ‘ “mi -,.,..
O <— (Item 10, Figure 1-3) / J 5
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Figure 1 <5 Cursor Control Keys
l-5.4.9 Windows Keys
On the A-320T Series keyboard. you can find one Windows Logo key (131, Item 10,
Figure 1—2) and one Application key (Item 11, Figure 1-2). The two keys are used
with other keys to perform sonware specific functions.
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1-5.5 Pointing Device
Track pad is used as the pointing device of the A-320T Series notebook computer,
Using finger to control the movement of cursor. The advantages of track pad are
easily to clean and control the direction. The pointing device (Item 4, Figure 1-1)
moves the cursor about the screen to help work with data.
The track pad consists of three major components:
0 Track pad (Item 1. Figure 1-4)
0 Right input button ( Item 2, Figure 1-4 )
0 Left input button ( Item 3, Figure 1-4 )
3 “SID— 2
Figure 1-4 Track Pad Pointing Device
1-56 Volume Control
The volume control is adjusted from the combination of function keys Fn+ F3 ($)
and Fn +F4 ($ )
The “ Hot Key Beep” functions of the Fn+ F3, Fn+ F4 will not be supported to avoid
the interface on the normal sound effect.
The system does not support Fn+F3‘ Fn+F¢ volume control function under DOS.
1-5.7 Brightness Control
The brightness control is adjusted from the combination of function keys Fn+F5
(Dimmer) and Fn+F6 (Brighter). Please press and hold Fn key, then repeat Fn key or
F6 key In adjust the brightness.
if the user presses Fn+F5 or Fn+Fn+F6 to adjust the LCD brightness, and
continues adjusting it when it is already set to the the minimum or maximum, it will
still keep on beeping every time F5 or F6 is pressed down.
1-5.8 Keyboard Backlight
The Backlight of the Keyboard is toggle from combination of function keys Fn + F8.
1-5.9 CRT/LCD/Simulscan Toggle
The CRT/LCD/Simulscan toggle is changed from the combination of fucntiou keys
Fn + F9.
1-5.10 Panel On/‘Off
The Panel on/off is toggle from the combination of function keys Fn+ FIO.
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1-5.11 Standby Mode
The system enter standby mode press the function keys Fn+Fll.
1-5.12 Suspend Mode
The system enter suspend mode press the function keys Fn+Flzt
1-5.13 Status Row
The status row (Figure 1-5] shows the current operating condition of several key
notebook components. Figure 1—5 shows a close—up view.
iz|A~i|rfi® during
POST only.
The SCU screens include five groups of many different functions:
0 Main — Contains the system General SETUP parameter.
0 Advanced — Contains Integrated peripherals and PCI Device setup parameter.
0 Security — Contains the system security functions setup parameter,
0 Power — Contains the system power management setup parameter.
0 Exit — Contains various ways to exit the SETUP program.
Use the right & left Arrow keys 8: mouse to change display for each group.
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3-2.I Main
This section describes tlte min items of the SETUP program,
The SCU screen can be divided into four areas:
0 On the top line of the screen is me menu bar, which lists the titles of the available
menus, Each menu title contains a pull-down menu, which displays items for setting»
0 The left column of the screen displays the current configuration information of the
system. If an item in the pull-down menu is selected which contains multiple choices,
the left column displays the submenu where you can make your selections.
O The right column of the screen gives help information of the selected item.
0 The bottom lines of the screen give keyboard instructions for moving around
and making selectionel,
3-2.2 Moving Around and Making Selections
You must go through two or three levels to complete the setting for an item. In most
cases. there are three levels: menu title, pull-down menu, and submenu,
To move around and make selections, you can use both the touchpad/mouse and
keyboard.
You’re advised to use the rouchpad or mouse. It is more straight forward than using the
keyboard.
For most items, simply move the pointer with the touchpad/mousc and click on your
selection with the left button. To cancel your selection. click the right bum)“, For a few
items. you will need to use the keyboard for making selections.
Using the Keyboard
Keyboard information can be found at the bottom of the screen. You can also use
shortcut key. which is highlighted by a different color on the screen.
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Described below is the general procedure for using the keyboard to complete setting of
an item:
1, Select a menu title with the lefllright arrow key a press [Enter] to pull down the menu,
You can also directly pull down a menu by pressing the shortcut key.
2. Inside the pull-down menu. select an item with the up/down arrow key and press
[Enter] to access the submenu. You can also directly access the submenu by pressing
The submenu displays the options you can select. If no submenu appears, simply
press [Enter] to enable or disable the item
3. Inside most submenus, press the [T ab] key to go to the entry field. Select your desired
option with the upldown arrow key or the shortcut key. To complete the setting and
leave the submenu, press [Enter] and select the “OK” button. To cancel your
selection, press [Ese] or select the “Cancel” button.
3.2.2.1 Main Menu
The Main pulldown menu. as shown below. contains the basic configuration settings of
the system,
Date and Time
L4 The " Date and Time" item sets the system date and time.
When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below.
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IDE Setting:
The “lDE Settings” item sets the rype of the hard disk drive in your system.
When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below.
Drive 0 is your primary and Drive 1 your secondary
Fast Boot
The “Fast Boot“ item, when enabled, speeds up the booting procedure by bypassing the
memory test.
When this item is selected. no submenu will display. A check mark (V) indicates
Enabled, an underline L) indicates Disabled.
Boot Sequence
The “Boat Sequence" have three device item sets the sequence of booting.
When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below.
For Example: 1" Boot Device: Disk A
2"1 Boot Device: Hard Disk C
3” Boot Device: (SD-ROM Drive
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Descriptions of the available options are:
The system will try to boot from drive A then Hard Disk C then CD—ROM Drive.
Key Click
The “Key Click" items sets if there will be a click sound whenever a key is pressed.
When this item is selected. no submenu will display. A check mark (Ni) indicates
Enabled; an underline (_) indicates Disabled,
3-2.2.2 Advanced Menu
The Advanced pull—down menu, as shown below, contains the 1/0 configuration settings
of the system,
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The followings describe in sequence all the items of the Advanced menu.
COM Port
The “COM P011" item allows you to assign COM] and COM2 [0 specific functions am
you wish to use. In general, COM] can be assigned to 115—232 (the serial port) or touch
screen ; COM2 can be assigned 10 111 or RS—232.
When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below. Select Disabled if
you need the resources (3F8/lRQ4 of COMl and ZFSIIRQB of COM2) for other
devices.
User select the “TouchScnjDisabled” was assigned COM 1 to Touch Screen.
User select lhe “TouchScn/Ir” was assigned COM 1 to TuuchScn; lr is Enabled.
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IR Mode
The “IR Mode" item sets the communication compatibility mode for the IR port.
When this item is selecvzd, the submenu will display as shown below‘
(4 Select according to the type of device with which the notebook is to communicate
b LPT Port
The “LP’I‘ Port” item sms the address for the LPT port (parallel port)
When this item is selected, the suhmeuu displays as shown below,
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LP‘I‘ Extended Mode
The "LPT Extended Mode"item sets the LPT (Parallel port) mode Your system
supports EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port) and ECP (Enhanced Capabilities Pen)
standards, which turn the standard parallel port into a highspeed iii-directional
peripheral pctt.
When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below. Select the mode
supported by the parallel device you are using.
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If select “ECP” mode in LPT Extended Mode menu then [R mode
[IDA 1.1 could disappear.
Save To Disk Warning Message
The “Save To Disk Warning Message" item sets if the warning message W111 appear
after system power on when there is no Suspend-to—Disk partition on the hard disk.
When this item is selected, no submenu will display. A check mark (N’) indicates
Enabled, an underline (_) indicates Disabled.
Keyboard Numlock
The “Keyboard Numlock" item sets if the Nurn Lock key will be automatically
activated after system startup.
When this item is selected' no submenu will display. A check mark N) indicates
Enabled, an underline (_) indicates Disabled.
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Pointing Device (PS/2 Mouse)
The " Pointing Device (PS/2 Mouse)" item enables or disables the built-in touchpad or
the P512 mouse.
When this item is selected, no submertu will display. A check mark (w!) indicates
Enabled; an underline Q indicates Disabled, Disable this option if you are using a
serial mouse.
Hot Key Beep
The “Hot Key Beep"item enables or disables the beep sound when hot keys are
pressed.
When this item is selected‘ no submenu will display, A check mark (0) indicates
Enabled; an underline (_) indicates Disabled.
Cache Systems
When this item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below
The “Cache Systems " item Write Back (enables) the cache of your system: L1 cache
(internal cache of CPU) and L2 cache (external 256KB or SlZKB cache) The cache
feature enhances system petformance because the most frequently used data is
accessed from and written to the high-speed cache memory
ACPI Support
If user enable the ACPI field. the system will support ACPI function
Keyboard Backup]! ‘
When the LEI) Keyboard Backlight need light at power on status, then select the
“Keyboard Backllght " setting is Enable.
when the LED Keyboard Backlight nwd dark at power on status, then select the
“Keyboard Backlight “ setting is Disable.
The Fn+ F8 function can toggle Backlight of the keyboard light or dark, but Fn+F8
can't effect the CMOS Setup of the “Keyboard Backligt” item,
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34.3 Security Menu
The Security pull-down menu, as shown below' contains the Security settings that
safeguard your system against unauthorized use.
The followings describe in sequence all the items of the Security menu,
System Password
The “System Password”item allows you to set the password for your system, The
password is required for starting up the system and running the SCU program.
When the item is selected, the submenu will display as shown below. When setting a
password, first make sure that Nurn Lock is off, then type your password in the entry
field and press [Enter], Confirm your password by typing it again and pressing
[Enter].
For the password to take effect, enable the “Enable Password” item.
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Virus Alert
The “ Virus Alert”item. when enabled‘ gives warning messages if the hard disk boot
sector (partition table) has been changed.
When this item is selected. no submenu will display. A check mark (V) indicates
Enabled; an underline (_) indicates Disabled,
BootSector Protect
The “BootSector Protect" item helps prevent computer viruses by protecting the hard
disk boots sectors (panition table) from any change.
When this item is selected. no submenu will display. A check mark (w’) indicates
Enabled; an underline (_) indicates Disabled.
Disable this rtem before you install an operating systemmherwise, the
installation will fail.
3-2.4 Power Menu
The Power Menu pull-down menu. as shown below. contains the Power Management
settings that help save power.
The followings describe in sequence all the items of the Power menu.
Enable Power Management
The “Enable Power Management" item is the master control for the Power
Management features.
When lhlS item is selected. no submenu will display, A check mark (4) indicates
Enabled; an underline (_) indicates Disabled.
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Max Performance/Balanced Power Saving/Max Power
Saving/Customize
These four item are mutually exclusive options. You can select one of them. A check
mark N) indicates Enabled; an underline (_) indicates Disabled.
Descriptions of the four options are:
1. Max Performance: Select this option for the pre—defined settings that allow
maximum performance but shortest battery life.
2. Balanced Power Saving: Select this option for the pro-defined settings that allow
moderate performance and moderate battery life.
3. Max Power Saving: Select this option for the pre-definod settings that allow
longest banery life but minimum performance.
4. Customize: Select this option for setting up your own performances.
When this option is selected, a submenu will appear. See the
following subsection for information.
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To know the pro-defined settings for the above three options, you can
select the next option to view the settings in the submenu.
Customizing Power Management Features
To customize Power Management features. select “ Customize" from the Power
pull-down menu. The submenu will display as shown below.
To move and select in this pull-down menu, go to an entry field using the arrow key
and select an option using the Space/+f—key.
The following describe in sequence all the items of this submenu.
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Hard Disk Time-Out
The “ Hard Disk Time-Out " item sets the timeout period for the hard disk to power
down if it is not in use during the set period. The hard disk will power up again when
next accessed.
The available options are Disabled, 1 Min. 2 Min‘ 4 Min. 8 Min, 10 Min, 15 Min and
20 Mini
Standby After
The “Standby Alter“ item sets the time-out period for initiating Standby mode. If the
notebook remains idle until the time—out period for Standby mode has been reached,
the notebook enters Standby mode.
In Standby mode, several system components go into standby or off mode so that
system power will be reduced. The system will wake up from Standby mode when any
activity is detected.
Under DOS, this function will work to make tlte system go into the “Standby” mode,
but will not change the status of the keyboard backlight. In other words, after enter
“Standby”, the backlight status still keeps intact.
The “SCU\Puwer\Customize\SIandby After" function is replaced by Windows 98,
Windows 2000 and Windows NT4.0, so the setting here will not cause the system to
enter “ Standby” mode.
The available options are Disabled, 1 Min, 2 Min. 4 Min, 6 Min, 5 Min, 12 Min and
16 Min.
Suspend After
The “Suspend Afier"ilem sets the lime-out period for initiating Suspend mode, It
works in conjunction with the previous item "Standby After” After the notebook
enters Standby mode, the Power Saving starts the time—out for the Suspend mode. If
the notebook remains in Standby mode until the timeout period for Suspend mode has
been reached. the notebook enters Suspend mode.
The Suspend mode is determined by the next item, “Suspend Data to, " It can be either
Suspend—to—RAM or Suspend-to-Disk.
when Suspend mode is initiated, several system components go into standby or off
mode so that system power will be reduced further. The system will wake up from
Suspend— mode when a key is pressed on the internal keyboard.
“Resume On Time"and “ Resume On Modem Ring" , if enabled in this submenu, can
also wake up the system from Suspend—to-RAM mode.
When Suspend—lo»Disk mode is initiated, the system preserves all the running
application programs as a file in a “Suspend-to-disk partition”on the hard disk and
then turns off automatically
The available Options are Disables, 1 Min. 2 Min. 5 Min, 10 Min and 15 Min.
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Maximum Performance:
The select “Maximum Perfornwuce” field then CPU setup high-speed mode.
Battery Optimized:
The select “Battery Optimized"fie1d then CPU setup low speed mode.
Disabled:
The select “Disabled"field then CPU setup default speed mode but system willn't
change speed mode.
34.5 Exit Menu
The Exit pull-down menu, as shown below, displays ways nf exiting SCU. Afier
finished with ynur settings, you must save and exit SCU so that the settings can take
effect:
Descriptions of the Exit choices are:
1, Save Change and Exit: Save changes you have made and exit.
2, Discard Changes and Exit: Exit without saving the changes you has made:
3. Get Default Values: Load factory default values for all the items.
4. Load Previous Values: Restore previous values for all the items.
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Maximum Performance:
The select “Maximum Performanoe" field then CPU setup high-speed mode.
Battery Optimized:
The select “Battery Optimized”field [lien CPU setup low speed mode,
Disabled:
The select “Disabled"field {hen CPU setup default speed mode but system willn’t
change speed mode.
3-25 Exit Menu
The Exit pull-down menu, as shown below, displays ways of exiting SCU. After
finished with your settings, you must save and exit SCU so that the settings can take
effect.
Descriptions of the Exit choices are:
1. Save Change and Exit: Save changes you have made and exit.
2. Discard Changes and Exit: Exit without saving the changes you has made.
3. Get Default Values: Load factory default values for all the items.
4. Load Previous Values: Restore previous values for all the items.
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Chapter 4
Notebook Maintenance
4-1 Introduction
This chapter tells how to maintain the notebook in good working order.
4-2 Daily Use
For maximum reliability in the field. keep all access doors shut whenever possible.
4-3 Battery Maintenance
Maintaining and preserving the battery is a key to keeping the notebook productive in
the field.
4-3.1 Conserving Power
Even though the notebook has several automatic power saving features, there are
ways to maximize the battery life.
- Use the lowest brightness and contrast display settings.
- Avoid using "reverse video". The white text on a black background uses
significantly less power than black on white.
- Develop good, consistent work habits. Set the power management features ac—
cording to your style. For example, if you do not read from or write to the hard
disk very often, set the hard disk time—out setting to a very short time.
. Plan each computing session ahead of time. Don't waste valuable time and power
thinking about what to do.
0 Disable the cache if you do not need it.
4-3.2 Changing the Battery Pack
To change the battery pack:
1. Loose two screws from battery pack of the two sides,
2. To pull handle from battery pack.
3. Take the battery pack out.
4. Put another battery pack back in the battery pack house and make sure that the
removal strap is available for future changes.
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4-4 Cleaning
Periodically clean the exposed notebook surfaces. Use a soft cloth and water or mild
detergent to clean all surfaces. The glass cleaner is recommended for cleaning the
display screen,
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