HON HAI PRECISION IND T60H418 WLAN 802.11b Card User Manual PC MV10 Operation Manual Final

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Notice for Users in the USA
FCC Statement
WARNING - FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or
modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could
void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Note: 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 distance 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.
A shielded I/F cable and included ferrite core for LAN cable is required to insure
compliance with FCC regulation for Class B computing equipment.
* As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, SHARP has determined that this product
meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.
Declaration of Conformity
SHARP PERSONAL COMPUTER, PC-MV Series
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
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.
Responsible Party: SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135
TEL: 1-800-BE-SHARP
About the Modem
This equipment complies with Part 68 of FCC rules. On the bottom of this
equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration
number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested,
this information must be provided to the telephone company.
The modem jack of this equipment complies with Sub-part F of Part 68 of FCC
rules.
The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to
the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices
not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of
the RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that
may be connected to the line, as determined by the total RENs contact the
telephone company to determine the maximum REN for the calling areas.
If the terminal equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone
company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may
be required. But if advance notice isn't practical, the telephone company will
notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to
file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it necessary.
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations,
or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the
telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the
necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service.
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact Sharp Electronics
Corp. for repair and (or) warranty information (Refer to the end of this section).
If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company
may request you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is
resolved.
The equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone
company. Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs. (Contact the
state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation
commission for information.)
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The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person
to use a computer or other electronic device, including fax machines, to send any
message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of
each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it
is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual
sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such
business, other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may not be
a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance
transmission charges.) To program this information, refer to the manual of the
communication software.
For Wireless LAN Bundled Model
Wireless LAN / Modem Model Name: T60H418
FCC ID: MCLT60H418
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following 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.
Warning
This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and fluorescent lamp containing a small
amount of mercury.
Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations.
For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the
Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org
Copyright
It is the intent of Sharp that this product be used in full compliance with the
copyright laws of the United States and that prior permission be obtained from
copyright owners whenever necessary.
Product Information and Customer Assistance
For Product Information and Customer Assistance:
Call: 1-800-BE-SHARP (237-4277)
Sharp Systems of America
5901 Bolsa Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Home Page: http://www.sharp-business.com
E-mail address: support@sharp-business.com
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Notice for Users in the UK and Ireland
The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable (moulded) plug
incorporating a 3A fuse. Should the fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or ASTA
approved BS 1362 fuse marked or and of the same rating as above; which is
also indicated on the pin face of the plug must be used.
Always refit the fuse cover after replacing the fuse. Never use the plug without the
fuse cover fitted.
In the unlikely event of the socket outlet in your home not being compatible with
the plug supplied, cut-off the mains plug and fit an appropriate type.
DANGER:
The fuse from the cut-off plug should be removed and the cut-off plug destroyed
immediately and disposed of in a safe manner.
Under no circumstances should the cut-off plug be inserted elsewhere into a 13A
socket outlet as a serious electric shock may occur.
To fit an appropriate plug to the mains lead, follow the instructions below:
IMPORTANT:
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this product may not correspond
with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as
follows:
•
•
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the plug terminal which
is marked N or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the plug terminal
which is marked L or coloured red.
Ensure that neither the brown nor the blue wire is connected to the earth terminal
in your three pin plug.
Before replacing the plug cover, make sure that:
•
•
If the new fitted plug contains a fuse, Its value is the same as that removed from
the cut-off plug.
The cord grip is clamped over the sheath of the mains lead and not simply over
the lead wires.
IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT, CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
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Copyright
Recording and playback of any material may require consent, which SHARP is
unable to give. Please refer particularly to the provisions of the Copyright Act
1956, the Dramatic and Musical Performers Protection Act 1958, the Performers
Protection Acts 1963 and 1972 and to any subsequent statutory enactments and
orders.
Notice for Users in Europe
About the Modem
Your Sharp PC-MV series with integral modem has been designed to work with
the analogue PSTN’s in the following countries:
•
•
•
•
•
United Kingdom
Ireland
Italy
Germany
Switzerland
If you wish to connect the equipment to the PSTN in a country not listed above,
you should contact your equipment supplier for further details.
The modem is not designed for use on a shared service line or a line equipped with
a call waiting facility. If you attempt to use the modem on a telephone line with
call waiting, you may experience communication errors.
To maintain CTR21 network compatibility when used in the above listed countries
the following setting should be observed:
Pulse dial may not be available in some countries.
Modem Model Name: T60M099
Intended Use
This is a Personal Computer with Modem for the analogue PSTN network which
operates in all UK, Irish, Italian, German, Swiss networks which follow the
CTR21 Standard.
If you are in doubt whether your network follows the CTR21, please contact your
dealer or network operator.
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This equipment complies with the requirements of the Directive 1999/5/EC.
Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EU-Richtlinie 1999/5/EG.
Cet appareil est conforme aux exigences de la directive 1999/5/CE.
Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Quest'apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti delle direttiva 1999/5/CE.
Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
Este equipamento obedece às exigências da directiva 1999/5/CE.
Η συσκευη αυτη ανταττοκρινεται στιζ ατταιτησειζ των οδηγια 1999/5/EK.
Denna utrustning uppfyller kraven enligt direktiv 1999/5/EC.
Dette udstyr overholder kravene i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Dette produktet oppfyller kravene i direktiv 1999/5/EC.
Tämä laite täyttää direktiivi 1999/5/EY.
About the battery
Die gebrauchte Lithiumbatterie bitte gegen Kurzschlus sichern (z.B. durch
Abkleben der beiden Batterie-Pole mit Klebestreifen) und der Verkaufsstelle
zuruckgeben.
Das Produkt enthalt eine Lithiumbatterie. Die gebrauchte Lithiumbatterie bitte
gegen Kurzschlus sichern (z.B. durch Abkleben der beiden Batterie-Pole mit
Klebestreifen) und der Verkaufsstelle zuruckgeben.
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CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DISCONNECT THE AC CORD AND
THE BATTERY BEFORE SERVICING.
CAUTION:
FOR A COMPLETE ELECTRICAL DISCONNECTION, PULL OUT THE MAIN
PLUG AND THE BATTERY.
VORSICHT:
UM DIE STROMZUFUHR VOLLSTÄNDIG ZU UNTERBRECHEN, DEN
NETZSTECKER HERAUSZIEHEN UND DIE BATTERIE ÈNTFERNEN.
ATTENTION:
POUR UN ARRET TOTAL DU SYSTEME, DECONNECTEZ LA PRISE DE
COURANT SECTEUR ET LA BATTERIE.
VARNING:
FÖR TOTAL ELEKTRISK URKOPPLING, KOPPLA UR KONTAKTEN OCH
TA UR BATTERIET.
PRECAUCION:
PARA UNA COMPLETA DESCONEXION ELECTRICA DESENCHUFE LA
CLAVIJA DE LA RED Y LA BATERIA.
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Safety Precautions
General
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•
Follow all cautions and instructions, which may be marked, on the computer.
Except as described elsewhere in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified
personnel. Immediately shut off the computer and seek servicing under the
following conditions:
• when the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed
• if liquid has been spilled on the computer
• if the computer has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged
Location
•
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•
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•
Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight.
Try to avoid dusty environments.
Keep the computer away from any magnetic devices and TVs.
Keep the computer away from excessive humidity or fluids such as rain, snow,
water spray, juice, coffee, steam, etc.
Do not move the computer from an extremely cold place to an extremely warm
place. A temperature difference of more than 10°C (18°F) will cause
condensation inside the unit, which may cause damage.
Do not block or cover slots or openings on the cabinet. These protect the
computer from overheating.
Care should be exercised when using on heat sensitive surfaces or your lap as
the base of this computer will get hot.
Usage
•
•
•
•
Never push any objects of any kind into cabinet openings. They may touch
dangerous voltage points or short parts that could result in fire or electrical
shock.
Turn off the computer before installing or removing a peripheral device (except
when connecting USB devices, IEEE1394 devices and PC cards).
Check the AC power cord and power connectors periodically for damage.
Replace the power cord immediately if damage is found.
Never subject your computer to sudden shocks or extreme vibration.
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•
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•
Do not drop the computer nor hit it with other equipment.
Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen.
Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power cord before cleaning.
Battery Precautions
CAUTION
DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED.
REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE
RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER. DISCARD USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS.
Handling
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Never put the battery pack in a fire, as it could explode and cause injury.
Do not attempt to open or alter the battery pack.
Do not place the battery where it might get hotter than 60°C (140°F).
Do not allow metal objects such as jewelry to short across the battery terminals,
as it could heat up and explode.
Do not allow liquids to come in contact with the battery pack.
Avoid dropping the pack or other violent shock.
Do not solder anything to the battery terminals.
Charging
•
Charge the battery pack only with the AC adapter included with your computer.
Discharging
•
Do not use the battery pack for any purpose other than powering the computer.
Storage
•
•
Store the battery pack in a cool and dry place. Never allow the temperature to
exceed 60°C (140°F) during storage.
Recharge the battery pack after storage, before use.
Modem Precautions
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Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line
has been disconnected at the network interface.
Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Avoid using the telephone during a lightning storm. There may be a remote
risk of electric shock from lightning.
Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak while in the vicinity of the leak.
Wireless LAN Precautions
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•
•
Do not communicate with wireless LAN in specific environment where radiosusceptible equipments are nearby such as on airplanes, in hospital, etc.
Do not touch the antennas while communicating.
Keep the distance at least 20cm between the antennas and your body while
communicating..
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About This Manual
Notice
Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a
commitment on the part of SHARP Corporation.
SHARP Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions
contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing,
performance, or use of this material.
SHARP strongly recommends that separate permanent written records be kept of all
important data. Data may be lost or altered in virtually any electronic memory product under
certain circumstances. Therefore, SHARP assumes no responsibility for data lost or
otherwise rendered unusable whether as a result of improper use, repairs, defects, battery
replacement, use after the specified battery life has expired, or any other causes.
SHARP assumes no responsibility directly or indirectly, for financial losses or claims from
third persons resulting from the use of this product and any of its functions, such as stolen
credit card numbers, the loss of or alteration of stored data, etc.
Edition
1st Edition, June 2002.
Copyright
© 2002 SHARP Corporation
This document contains or refers to proprietary information which is protected by copyright.
All rights are reserved. Copying or other reproduction of this document is prohibited without
the prior written permission of SHARP Corporation.
Trademarks
Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks, and SpeedStep is a trademark of Intel
Corporation.
IBM is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, and the Windows Logo are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
WinDVD is a trademark of Inter Video, Inc.
All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective holders.
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Recording Important Information
For future reference, please record the following information in the spaces
provided below.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Date of purchase:
Dealer’s Name:
Place of purchase:
Password:
The serial number is printed on a sticker located on the bottom of the computer.
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Manual Conventions
This manual uses a set of style conventions described below.
Notes and Cautions are italicized with icons:
A note icon informs you of a special technique or information that may
help you perform a task or better understand a process.
A caution icon alerts you to something that may cause problems or
damage to hardware, software or data.
Key Labels on the Keyboard, when referred to in the instructions, are shown in
boldface:
Press Enter to continue.
When two or more keys are pressed simultaneously, the key labels are separated by
a plus (+) sign:
Restart your computer by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete.
Sample Entries are shown in upper cases of different typeface.
C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM
Words/Texts on Screen, such as window titles or possible parameters, are
italicized:
Double-click this icon to display the Power Properties window.
Set the item to Enabled.
Screens reproduced in this manual may differ slightly from the screens you see on
your computer.
Section Titles in other parts of this manual are italicized:
Refer to Installing Battery Pack section of Chapter 1.
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Table of Contents
Notice for Users in USA ........................................................................................ i
Notice for Users in the UK and Ireland................................................................ iv
Notice for Users in Europe................................................................................... vi
Safety Precautions ............................................................................................... ix
About This Manual............................................................................................. xii
Recording Important Information ...................................................................... xiii
Manual Conventions.......................................................................................... xiv
Table of Contents ............................................................................................... xv
Overview of Computer...................................................................................... xvii
Quick Setup
Installing Battery Pack ...................................................................................... 1-1
Connecting AC Power ....................................................................................... 1-2
Setting Up Windows.......................................................................................... 1-4
Turning Off Your Computer.............................................................................. 1-7
Basic Operations
Choosing Power Source ..................................................................................... 2-1
Resetting the System.......................................................................................... 2-3
Using the Glide Pad........................................................................................... 2-4
Using the Keyboard ........................................................................................... 2-6
Using an Optical Drive...................................................................................... 2-7
Writing Data to CD-R/RW .............................................................................. 2-10
Watching DVD-ROM Video ........................................................................... 2-11
Controlling Audio ........................................................................................... 2-15
Adjusting the Display...................................................................................... 2-17
Sharing the Computer (Windows 2000)........................................................... 2-20
Sharing the Computer (Windows XP Professional).......................................... 2-21
Battery and Power Management
Battery Pack ...................................................................................................... 3-1
Optional Add-on Battery Pack ........................................................................... 3-6
Power Management ......................................................................................... 3-10
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Peripherals
Using Peripherals...............................................................................................4-1
Using Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit ...............................................4-3
Display ..............................................................................................................4-6
Audio System.....................................................................................................4-7
USB Device .....................................................................................................4-11
PC Card...........................................................................................................4-12
Printer .............................................................................................................4-15
Using IEEE 1394 Devices................................................................................4-16
Communication Functions
Built-in Modem .................................................................................................5-1
LAN unit ...........................................................................................................5-6
Wireless LAN ....................................................................................................5-9
Setup Utility
Running the Setup Utility ..................................................................................6-1
Main Menu........................................................................................................6-3
Advanced Menu.................................................................................................6-4
Security Menu....................................................................................................6-5
Boot Menu.........................................................................................................6-7
Exit Menu..........................................................................................................6-7
Appendixes
Memory Module ............................................................................................... A-1
Installing Weight Saver .................................................................................... A-4
Maintenance and Care ...................................................................................... A-6
Re-installation Instructions ............................................................................. A-11
Specifications.................................................................................................. A-16
Troubleshooting
Index
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Overview of Computer
Each number after an arrow indicates the page referring to the part. Actual
appearance of your computer may be slightly different depending on the model.
Front
LCD Screen
→2-17
Status Indicators
Optical Drive
Scroll Lock
Hard Disk
Caps Lock
Num Lock
Wireless
LAN
Antennas
→5-9
Power Indicator
→2-1
Power Button
Keyboard
→2-6
Battery Indicator
→2-1
Antenna Indicator
→5-9
Glide Pad
→2-4
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Right
Security Slot
→A-9
Optical Drive
→2-7
Left
Ventilation Openings
→ix
Modem Jack
→5-2
LAN Jack
→5-6
Audio Output Jack Volume Control
(S/PDIF Compliant) →2-15
→4-7
PC Card Slot
→4-12
Microphone Jack
→4-10
Rear
AC Adapter Jack External Monitor
→1-2
Port →4-6
Parallel Port
→4-15
USB Ports
→4-3,4-11,4-15
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Ventilation Openings
→ix
IEEE1394
Connector
→4-16
S Video Output
Jack →2-13
Bottom
Reset Switch
→2-3
RESET
Battery Pack
→3-1
Speaker
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CHAPTER 1
Quick Setup
Your computer is designed and pre-configured for easy setup and use. This chapter
describes the steps to get your computer up and running as quickly as possible.
Read this chapter first.
Installing Battery Pack
Your computer is powered with either the rechargeable battery pack or AC power.
See the next chapter for more information on power sources. Before using the
computer for the first time:
1.
Place the computer upside down.
2.
Insert the battery pack into the computer by matching the projected parts of
the battery to the notched parts on the computer.
Projected Part
Notched Part
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3.
Push the battery pack until you hear the clicking sound.
4.
Turn over your computer and go to the next section.
Connecting AC Power
1.
Plug the AC adapter cable to the AC adapter jack on the rear side of your
computer.
2.
3.
Plug the AC power cord into the AC adapter.
Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet.
AC Adapter Jack
AC Adapter
AC Power Cord
To Wall Outlet
• Always use the AC adapter included with the computer or the optional
one (may not be available in some countries). Using other AC
adapters may damage the computer.
• Always hold the AC power cord by its plug when removing it from the
wall outlet. Never pull on the cord.
• When using the computer for the first time, be sure to connect it to AC
power. If using the battery instead, you may not be able to complete
the Windows setup if the battery does not have enough power.
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4.
Slide the display cover lock lever to the right until the display cover releases,
and raise the cover.
Display Cover Lock Lever
5.
Press the power button to turn on your computer.
Power Indicator
When you turn on the computer, the power indicator (
) turns green, the
computer goes through a self test to detect any problems, and Windows setup
process starts. See the next page.
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Setting Up Windows
Before starting the setup of Windows, you must select the operating system. There
are two kinds of operating system available: Windows 2000 and Windows XP
Professional. You can choose one of them when starting to use the computer for
the first time.
If you choose Windows 2000, the setup steps are:
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Accepting license agreement
Configuring the name of you and your organization
Configuring the setting of your computer within the work group
Completing configuration
If you choose Windows XP Professional, the setup steps are:
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Configuring your location, language and keyboard
Configuring your time zone
Accepting license agreement
Naming your computer
Creating an account
Completing configuration
To setup Windows, follow the instructions on the screen. See also the Windows
manual. It takes approximately 15-20 minutes to complete the entire setup
process.
• Do not turn off the computer until completing Windows setup. If you
turn it off, you cannot set up Windows later.
• Be sure to connect the computer to AC power. If using the battery
instead, you may not be able to complete the Windows setup if the
battery does not have enough power.
• Do not connect any peripheral devices to your computer unless
Windows setup completes. Otherwise your computer may malfunction.
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• If the display turns off, some power management may function. In this
case, press any key to resume your computer from the power
management.
• If you cannot operate the keyboard or the touch pad, press the power
button for more than four seconds to turn off the computer. Be sure
that the battery indicator turns off; then, after more than 10 seconds,
press the power button to turn it on again.
For Users Outside UK
After completing Windows setup, set your date and time. Double-click the time
appearing on the right of the taskbar to open Date/Time Properties (Windows
2000) or Date and Time Properties (Windows XP Professional) dialog box.
Confirm Time Zone is correctly selected, and set date and time.
For UK Users
After completing Windows setup, double-click README FIRST (for U.K.users)
icon on the desktop and follow the instructions in it to customize the setting
suitable for UK users. Then set date and time in Date/Time Properties (Windows
2000) or Date and Time Properties (Windows XP Professional) dialog box.
Properties Dialog Box in Windows 2000
In this manual, you will often see the expression “XXX Properties dialog box.” A
dialog box is a window containing text boxes, check boxes, buttons, etc., with
which you can send commands to Windows or other application programs. To
open the properties dialog boxes, click the Start button to open the Start menu;
then, select Settings - Control Panel and double-click the XXX icon. Some of the
dialog boxes you will use often are:
• Display
• Phone and Modem Options
• Mouse
• Power Options
• System
Properties Dialog Box in Windows XP Professional
In this manual, you will often see the expression “XXX Properties dialog box.” A
dialog box is a window containing text boxes, check boxes, buttons, etc., with
which you can send commands to Windows or other application programs.To open
the properties dialog boxes, click start - Control Panel. There are two types of
view for the Control Panel. One is Category view, and the other is Classic view. If
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you select Category view, you can choose the category which may be related to
what you want to do, then, choose your task by clicking it. If Classic view
selected, all the icons appear simultaneously. You can open a property dialog box,
or similar window, for the component or feature represented by that icon, by
double-clicking it.
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Turning Off Your Computer
When you’re finished using your computer, turn it off with the following ways:
•
•
•
With a power button (Windows 2000)
Before using this way, confirm that Power Off is selected in When I press the
power button on my computer in Advanced tab of Power Options Properties
dialog box.
With a power button (Windows XP Professional)
Before using this step, confirm that Shut down is selected in When I press the
power button on my computer in Advanced tab of Power Options Properties
dialog box.
From the Start menu (Windows 2000)
1.
From the Start menu, select Shut Down….
2.
In the Shut Down Windows dialog box, select Shut down from the pull down
menu, and click OK.
•
From the start menu (Windows XP Professional)
1.
Click start – Turn Off Computer.
2.
In the Turn off computer dialog box, click Turn Off.
Close the cover to keep the screen and keyboard clean and protected.
If you have not saved a file, a dialog box will appear asking whether you
want to save it.
• Do not turn off or reset the computer while the hard disk indicator,
optical drive indicator, or the indicator on the optional external
floppy disk drive is lit. Doing so may damage or even wipe out the
data.
• Before turning it back on, wait at least ten seconds after turning off
the computer. Turning the power off and on in rapid succession can
damage the computer’s electrical circuitry.
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CHAPTER 2
Basic Operations
This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer.
Choosing Power Source
You can use the computer with one of the following power sources:
•
•
AC power from a wall outlet
Use AC power whenever possible; rely on the battery only when AC power is
not available.
Rechargeable battery
Your computer is equipped with a standard battery. You can also use an
optional battery. See Chapter 3 for battery information.
About the Power Indicators
The following indicators show the power status of your computer.
Indicator Light
Power
On (green)
Blinking (green)
Off
Battery
When Connected
to AC Power
When Run by
Battery
Meaning
Operating
In System Standby
Powered off or in System Hibernate
On (green)
Fully charged
On (orange)
Being charged
Blinking
In abnormal state. Remove the
(orange)
battery pack and install it again.
Off
Has power
Blinking (red) Almost completely discharged
(The warning beep sounds)
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Battery indicator is always off when the computer is turned off and not connected
to AC power.
• When the battery is hot, the battery indicator may turn off and stay off
until the battery becomes cool.
• For more information on System standby/hibernate, see Chapter 3.
Using the AC Adapter
When connected to a wall outlet, the AC adapter provides power for operation and
charges the battery. The AC input voltage can range from 100 to 240 volts so that
you can use the computer with the appropriate plug adapter.
The AC power cord included with the computer is appropriate for the
voltage used in the area in which you purchased your computer. If you
attempt to connect the computer to a wall outlet other than in this area,
check the voltage of the outlet and use an AC power cord appropriate
for the outlet. Consult local service staff if you are unsure.
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Resetting the System
You may need to restart the system if the computer becomes inoperable or after
adding new hardware or software. When the message appears after the
installation, click OK, Yes, etc. to restart Windows.
You can also restart Windows 2000 from the Start menu. Select Shut down…;
then, Restart. You can restart Windows XP Professional by clicking start - Turn
Off Computer; then, Restart.
Warm Boot (Software Reset)
If the system is locked up because of a software problem, you can reset or reboot
the system by pressing the Ctrl+Alt+Del keys simultaneously and follow the
instructions on the screen.
Resetting may cause data loss. Use the resetting process only if the
normal Windows Shut Down does not work because of software
malfunction. Although resetting will not damage the system, you may
lose the data you are processing.
Power Switch
You can turn off the computer with the power button if you encounter hardware or
software problems which lock up the system. In this case, press the power button
for more than four seconds.
Reset Switch
If you cannot turn off the computer by pressing the power button, you can use the
reset switch on the bottom of your computer. To reset the system, insert a narrow
object into the small hole to press the switch.
RESET
Reset Switch
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Using the Glide Pad
Your computer is equipped with an integrated pointing device called a glide
pad. Using the glide pad, you can move the pointer, select an item from a
menu, and perform other tasks in the same way you would with a mouse.
Glide Pad
• Do not hit or scratch the surface of the glide pad with pointed objects
(such as a ballpoint pen).
• Do not operate the glide pad with a moist finger. This may cause the
glide pad to operate incorrectly.
Using the Glide Pad
Take a moment to become familiar with how the glide pad works.
Place Your Fingertip
Place your left or right hand next to the glide pad, resting your wrist naturally in a
relaxed manner. Place your thumb or finger on the glide pad.
Move Your Fingertip
The rectangular pad of the glide pad acts like a miniature duplicate of the display.
As you slide your fingertip across the pad, the pointer on the screen moves in the
same direction across the screen. The glide pad is very sensitive, so you do not
have to exert much pressure on the pad. The glide pad will respond to a light touch
from your fingertip.
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Click, Double-click, and Right-click
To click or double-click, you can use the left button just like that of a mouse.
Instead of clicking the left button, you can also just tap gently anywhere on the
rectangular pad. For right-clicking, you must use the right button.
Drag and Drop
You can move icons or windows by using “drag and drop” below:
1.
Position the pointer over the object.
2.
Press the left button; do not release it.
3.
Holding down the button, move the pointer. The object moves together with
the pointer.
4. Release the button when the object reaches its destination.
Or you can tap the pad twice instead of pressing the left button in step 2.
Scroll
You can scroll through information in a list or in a document by using the glide
pad. To view information vertically, place your finger on the most right part of the
glide pad and slide your finger up and down. To view horizontally, place your
finger on the bottom part of the glide pad and slide your finger to the left or the
right. This procedure works only in limited applications.
Changing the Configuration
In the Mouse Properties dialog box, you can change the configuration of the glide
pad, such as swapping left and right buttons, changing the pointer size, etc.
Double-click icon on the taskbar.
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Using the Keyboard
Your computer, equipped with the Windows Enhanced Keyboard, provides all the
functionality of a full-sized desktop keyboard.
Special Keys
Windows Key
Opens the Windows Start menu.
Application Key
Opens an application-specific short-cut menu
equivalent to right-clicking.
System Function Keys
When pressed together with the Fn key, function keys set specific system
parameters. This combination is sometimes referred to as “hot keys”.
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Fn + F1
Turns the wireless LAN antenna on and off. This key
combination functions only when Wireless LAN in Security
menu in the Setup Utility is set to Enabled.
Fn + F5
Rotates display mode in between LCD only, CRT only, and
simultaneously display.
Fn + F6
Decreases the LCD screen brightness.
Fn + F7
Increases the LCD screen brightness.
Fn + F11
Turns on and off the LCD screen.
Fn + F12
Forces the computer into System standby. See Power
Management of Chapter 3 for more information.
Using an Optical Drive
With the optical drive, you can read data from CD and write data into CD-R/RW.
Furthermore, you can enjoy a movie etc, with the DVD-ROM disk.
CAUTION FOR LASER
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Maximum output and wavelength of the laser:
144mW, 784nm(CD-R/RW)
6mW,662nm(DVD-ROM)
CLASS 1LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
Handling Disks
•
•
•
Do not write on either side of the disk, particularly the non-label side. Data is
read from the non-label side. Do not mark this surface.
Keep your disks away from direct sunlight, heat and excessive moisture.
Always hold the disks by the edges. Fingerprints, dirt or water on the disks can
cause noise or mistracking. If a disk is dirty or does not play properly, clean it
with a soft, dry cloth, wiping straight out from the center, along the radius.
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Inserting a Disk
1.
Make sure the optical drive indicator does not light on; then, press the eject
button to open the drive tray slightly.
Optical drive Indicator
Eject Button
2.
Gentry pull out the tray.
3.
Place your disk, label side up, onto the tray and slightly press the center of the
disk until it clicks into the place.
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4.
Gently push the tray back into the computer.
• Do not leave the tray pulled out. Also, avoid touching the lens in the
tray. If the lens becomes dirty, the disk may malfunction.
• Do not wipe the lens with materials with rough surface (such as paper
towels). Instead, use a cotton swab to gently wipe the lens.
Removing a Disk
1.
2.
3.
Make sure the optical drive indicator is not lit and press the eject button to
open the optical drive tray slightly.
Gentry pull out the tray.
Remove the disk from the tray by holding its edge.
4.
Gently push the tray back into the computer.
Make sure the optical drive indicator is not lit or blinking before
pressing the eject button.
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Writing Data to CD-R/RW
You can use a CD-R or a CD-RW disk to write data on. CD-RW is an erasable
disk onto which you can write data and from which you can erase data. CD-R is
non-erasable disk onto which you can write data only once. If free space remains,
you can add data until the disk is full.
To write data, run the application called Drag’n Drop CD installed with your
computer. See the online help of Drag’n Drop CD for the details.
Before writing to CD-R/RW, follow the instructions below:
• Connect the AC adapter. If the battery is discharged, writing to the
disk will be stopped and the write process will fail.
• Disable the power management. See Power Management of
chapter 3.
• Close any applications which are unnecessary for writing, or will
start automatically when the computer is turned on.
• Disable the screen saver.
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Watching DVD-ROM Video
You can enjoy watching DVD-ROM video on your computer using the application
called Win DVD. See online help of Win DVD for more details.
• Before watching DVD-ROM video, follow the instructions below:
• Connect the AC adapter. If the battery is discharged, the operation
will stop.
• Disable the power management. See Power Management of
Chapter 3.
• Close any applications which are unnecessary.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is
protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other
intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and
other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and
other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is
prohibited.
(Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216;, 4,819,098
and 4,907,093 licensed for limited viewing uses only.)
Make sure to remove the DVD-ROM disk from the drive when you finish
watching it. If you turn off the computer with the disk inserted in the
drive, the drive may not be recognized when the computer is turned on
again.
Changing Region Code
Each DVD-ROM disk has a region code which prevents playback of the disk in
certain region. Region code appears on the top of the disk.
When shipped from the factory, the region code of your DVD-ROM drive is set to
the region code applicable to your area. (may not be available in some areas)
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Available region codes are:
Region Code
Area
U.S.A, Canada, U.S. Territories
Europe, South Africa, Middle East, Japan
Southeast Asia, East Asia(including Hong Kong)
Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Central
America, Mexico, South America
Former Soviet Union, Indian Subcontinent, Africa
China
To change the region code:
1.
Insert a DVD-ROM disk into the drive.
If the region code of your disk is different from that of your DVD-ROM
drive, the message “Playback of content from this region is not permitted”
appears.
2.
Click OK. Confirm Region dialog box appears.
3.
The region code currently selected is checked in the left box. Region code of
your disk is checked in the right box. If you want to change the code and play
your disk, click OK.
On some DVD-ROM disk, plural region codes appear. In this case,
some region codes appear to be checked in the right box. Check
carefully which one is the appropriate region code in your country.
Use Parental Control
If you want to set the parental control to prevent your children from watching an
inappropriate movie, click icon of WinDVD to open the Properties… dialog
box, and select Parental Control tab. Select the control level and set your password
if you want. See online help of WinDVD for more details.
Disabling LCD Optimization
Your computer optimizes the screen visibility automatically when you play a DVD
video. When the screen is not appropriate to you, you can disable the LCD
optimization function. Click icon of WinDVD to open the Properties… dialog
box, and select Display tab; then, uncheck LCD Optimization.
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Displaying Video on Your TV Set
You can connect a television set with S-Video input to your computer and enjoy
DVD video on a big display.
• Before connecting the television set, disconnect the external monitor.
• Connect the computer and the television set directly. Otherwise, the
screen may be distorted.
Connecting a TV Set
1.
2.
Turn off the computer and the television set.
Connect the television set to your computer.
Audio
Output
Jack
S Video
Output
Jack
To Audio Input Jacks:
White Plug to Left
Red Plug to Right
Stereo
Mini
Plug
To S Video Input Jack
3.
Turn on the computer and the television set.
4.
Right-click somewhere on the Windows desktop.
5.
Click Properties from the pull-down menu.
6.
Click Advanced… in Settings tab.
7.
Select Intel® Graphic Technology; then, click Graphic Properties.
8.
Select TV and click OK three times.
9.
If you can see the screen image on the television set, click Yes.
10. Click OK and close Display Properties dialog box.
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Before disconnecting the television set, be sure to turn off the computer and the
television set.
After disconnecting the television set, set back the display property
following the steps 4 to 6.
Enjoying Dolby Digital Audio
Your computer is Dolby Digital compliant. If you connect Dolby Digital
compliant audio equipment or headphones, you will have an audio output similar
to a big theater.
For connection, refer to Audio System of Chapter 4.
WinDVD is equipped with Dolby HeadphoneTM properties. You can
enjoy Dolby sound just by connecting normal headphones. To set this
function, click icon and select Dolby Headphone tab. Refer to the
online help of WinDVD for more details.
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Controlling Audio
You can control the output volume of your computer by the following steps.
With the Volume Control
Turn the volume control on the left side of the computer backward you to increase
the volume. Turn it toward you to decrease the volume.
Increases
the volume
Decreases
the volume
In Windows 2000
1.
Click Start – Settings - Control Panel.
2.
Double-click Sounds and Multimedia icon.
3.
In Sounds and Multimedia Properties dialog box, slide the lever to control
the output volume.
4.
Click OK and close Control Panel window.
Check the box of Show volume control on the taskbar on Step 3 above.
Next time you find the speaker icon on the taskbar, and it is easy to
control volume.
If you want to control the output volume of each source individually:
1.
Click Start - Settings – Control Panel.
2.
Double-click Sounds and Multimedia icon.
3.
In Sounds and Multimedia Properties dialog box, click Volume of Sound
Playback in Audio tab.
4.
Slide the lever of the source that you want to control.
5.
Close the dialog box, then; click OK and close Control Panel window.
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If you Control;
Wave
SW Synth
CD Player
Controlling the volume of CD/DVD or WAVE file
Controlling the volume of MIDI file
Controlling the volume of CD/DVD if the application selects
analog playback
In Windows XP Professional
1.
Click start - Control Panel.
2.
Click Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices; then, Sounds and Audio Devices. If
Classic view is selected, double-click Sounds and Audio Devices icon.
3.
In Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box, slide the lever to control
the output volume.
4.
Click OK and close the dialog box; then Control Panel window.
Check the box of Place volume icon in the taskbar on Step 3 above.
Next time you find the speaker icon on the taskbar, and it is easy to
control volume.
If you want to control the output volume of each source individually:
1.
Click start - Control Panel.
2.
Click Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices; then, Sounds and Audio Devices. If
Classic view is selected, double-click Sounds and Audio Devices icon.
3.
In Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box, click Advanced… of
Device volume.
4.
Slide the lever of the source that you want to control.
5.
Close the dialog box, then; click OK and close Control Panel window.
If you control:
Wave
SW Synth
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Controlling the volume of CD/DVD or WAVE file
Controlling the volume of MIDI file
Adjusting the Display
You can adjust the brightness, resolution, and number of colors of the internal
LCD display.
Changing Brightness of Display
Press Fn and F6 keys simultaneously to decrease the brightness of the display.
Press Fn and F7 keys simultaneously to increase it.
Changing Resolution and Number of Colors
When shipped, your computer is set to the default resolution and color. The default
resolution is 1024 x 768 at 16 million colors. To change the resolution and the
number of colors, perform the following:
1.
In the Display Properties dialog box, select Settings tab.
2.
Select the number of the colors in the Colors or Color quality, and select the
resolution in Screen area or Screen resolution. Refer to the table of the next
page.
3.
Click OK twice; then, Yes. (Windows 2000)
Click OK; then, Yes. (Windows XP Professional)
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Resolutions and Colors you can choose
Resolution
640 x 480
(Windows 2000 only)
800 x 600
1024 x 768
1280 x 1024(*2)
1400 x 1050(*2)
1600 x 1200(*2)
Number of Colors
256(*1)
64K
16M(*3)
256(*1)
64K
16M(*3)
256(*1)
64K
16M(*3)
256(*1)
64K
16M(*3)
256(*1)
64K
16M(*3)
256(*1)
64K
16M(*3)
(*1)
Available only in Windows 2000.
Available only when the screen is displayed to an external monitor.
(*3)
On the internal LCD screen, the number of colors in this mode is made using
a Dithering algorithm.
(*2)
• You cannot switch to a display resolution and number of colors that are not
available.
• In the Colors, High Color (16 bit) means 65,536 (64K) colors, and True
Color (32 bit) means about 16,770,000 (16M) colors.(Windows 2000)
• In the Color quality, Medium (16 bit) means 65,536 (64K) colors and
Highest(32 bit) means about 16,770,000 (16M) colors.(Windows XP
Professional)
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Changing Wallpaper and Setting Screen Saver
You can enjoy various desktop patterns or screen savers.
Changing Wallpaper
1.
In the Display Properties dialog box, select Settings tab.
2.
Select the number of the colors in the Colors or Color quality, and select the
resolution in Screen area or Screen resolution. Refer to the table of the
previous page.
3.
In the Display Properties dialog box, select Background or Desktop.
4.
Select an appropriate wallpaper in Select a background picture or HTML
document as Wallpaper or Background.
5.
Click OK.
Setting Screen Saver
1.
In the Display Properties dialog box, select Screen Saver.
2.
Select an appropriate screen saver in Screen saver and set time when screen
saver starts.
3.
Click OK.
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Sharing the Computer (Windows 2000)
For the details, refer to Windows 2000 Professional Quick Start Guide.
Registering New Users to Your Computer
1.
Log on to your computer with the name of the administrator.
2.
From the Start menu, select Settings – Control Panel.
3.
Double-click Users and Passwords icon.
4.
In Users and Passwords dialog box, check Users must enter a user name and
password to use this computer; then, click Add…..
5.
Type a new user’s name and click Next.
6.
Type a new user’s password twice; then, click Next.
7.
Select the user’s access level and click Finish.
8.
Click OK to close the dialog box.
9.
Close Control Panel window.
Changing User Name
1.
Follow the steps 1 to 3 of the above.
2.
In Users and Passwords dialog box, check Users must enter a user name and
password to use this computer; then, double-click the user name you want to
change.
3.
Change the name and click OK twice.
4.
Click Yes.
5.
Type the user name and its password; then, click OK to log on to the system.
6.
Close Control Panel window.
Changing User Password
If you want to change the password of the currently logged-on user;
1.
Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete simultaneously.
2.
In Windows Security window, click Change Password….
3.
Type the old and a new passwords; then, the new password again for
confirmation.
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4.
Click OK twice.
5.
Click Cancel to back to Windows 2000.
If you want to change the password of another user (For administrator only);
1.
Follow the steps 1 to 3 on Registering New Users to Your Computer.
2.
In Users and Passwords dialog box, check Users must enter a user name and
password to use this computer; then, click the user name you want to change
its password.
3.
Click Set Password…..
4.
Type a new password twice for confirmation.
5.
Click OK twice.
Sharing the Computer (Windows XP Professional)
If you are sharing the computer with your colleagues or family members, set a user
account for each person. Every user can choose their favorite desktop setting, web
site lists, or make their own My Documents folder etc., and save them to their user
accounts. When you turn on the computer, select your user account.
Set a New User Account
1.
Click start - Control Panel.
2.
Click User Accounts. If Classic view is selected, double-click User Accounts
icon.
3.
Click Create a new account.
4.
Type a name for the new account and click Next.
5.
Select the account type; then, click Create Account. If you have selected a
Limited account, then that user account has limits for using the computer.
See Help and Support Center for more details.
6.
Close User Accounts dialog box; then, Control Panel.
If you added a new user account(s), you must select which user account you will
log in when you turn on the computer.
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Log off the Computer
“Log off” is useful because you do not have to turn off the computer when you
finish your task and pass the computer to another person. There are two ways to
log off the computer, Switch User or Log Off.
If you select Switch User, you can pass the computer to another person without
closing your current applications. For example, if you are viewing a Web site, and
your colleague needs to open a program on the computer, use Switch User. You
can then view the same Web site by just switching users after your colleague
finishes with the computer.
If you select Log Off, the system will close all your session and you need to save
your files before logging off the computer.
1.
Click start - Log Off.
2.
Select Switch User or Log Off. If you select Log Off, the dialog box, which
asks you to save your data may appear.
3.
Select a new account to start Windows XP again.
If you cannot see Switch User in Log Off Windows dialog box, click
Change the way users log on or off in User Accounts dialog box, and
check Use Fast User Switching and click Apply Options.
Set Password to User Account
You can set a password to each user account to avoid unauthorized use of your
computer. Once you set the password, you need to enter it when you log on to its
account. If you loose the password, you cannot start the computer with that user
account, so unnecessary password setting can cause trouble in starting the system.
Setting Password
1.
Click start - Control Panel.
2.
Click User Accounts. If Classic view is selected, double-click User Accounts
icon.
3.
Select the account you want to set a password to. You will only have this
option if you log onto the computer with an Administrator account. If you
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log on the computer with a limited user account, go to the next step. (You
cannot set a password to another user account.)
4.
Select Create a password.
• If the password has been already set, Create a password will not
appear.
• Only an administrator can set a password to another user account.
5.
Type a new password.
6.
Type the new password again to confirm it.
7.
If necessary, type a password hint word to remember the password you set.
8.
Click Create Password.
9.
Close User Accounts dialog box; then, Control Panel window.
Changing Password
1.
Follow the steps 1-2 on the above section.
2.
Select the account you want to change, if you log on to the computer with an
Administrator account. If you log on the computer with a limited account, go
to the next step. (You cannot change the password of another user account.)
3.
Select Change the password or Change my password.
• If the password has not been set yet, Change the password or Change
my password will not appear.
• Only an administrator can change the password of another user
account.
4.
Type a new password.
5.
Type the new password again to confirm it.
6.
If necessary, type a password hint word to remember the password you set.
7.
Click Change Password.
8.
Close User Accounts dialog box; then, Control Panel window.
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Deleting Password
1.
Follow the steps 1-2 on Setting Password.
2.
Select the account you want to delete its password, if you log on to the
computer with an Administrator account. If you log on the computer with a
limited account, go to the next step. (You cannot delete the password of
another user account.)
3.
Select Remove the password or Remove my password.
• If the password has not been set yet, Remove the password or Remove
my password will not appear.
• Only an administrator can delete the password of another user
account.
4.
Type the password you want to delete and click Remove Password. If you log
on to the computer as a member of the Administrators group and want to
delete the password of another user account, just click Remove Password.
5.
Close User Accounts dialog box; then, Control Panel window.
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CHAPTER 3
Battery and Power Management
This chapter explains how to manage the computer’s power effectively and use the
battery pack.
In this section, you often see the expression “Power Options Properties
dialog box”. To open the dialog box:
1. From the Start menu, select Settings – Control Panel.
2. Double-click Power Options icon.(Windows 2000)
or
1. Click start - Control Panel.
2. Click Performance and Maintenance - Power Options in Category
view or double-click Power Options icon in Classic view.
(Windows XP Professional)
Battery Pack
When not connected to an external power source, your computer operates with the
rechargeable battery pack. The duration of the battery life may be longer if the
computer’s Power Management is active. See the next section for power
management.
To keep the battery life long:
•
•
Condition (see “Conditioning the Battery Pack” later in this chapter) the battery
pack if the actual remaining power in your battery is less than what Windows
Power Meter indicates.
Turn off your computer when you are not using it.
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• The duration of the battery will depend on the computer usage. Using
applications, which heavily use the optical drive or external
peripherals, will experience shorter battery life.
• When using the computer for several hours with battery packs, enable
power management and set System hibernate. Refer to the Power
Management section in this chapter.
• When the battery has not been charged, your computer may not
operate properly. Connect the AC power to charge the battery.
Charging the Battery Pack
1.
Connect the AC adapter to the computer. While the battery is being charged,
the battery indicator lights orange.
2.
When the battery is fully charged, the battery indicator turns green. Charging
time may vary according to the status of the computer.
• Battery indicator may turn off even while the battery pack is being
charged. This is because the battery pack is hot, and the charging
stops temporarily. When the battery becomes cool, the charging will
start and the battery indicator will turn on again.
• The battery pack may not be installed correctly if the battery
indicator blinks orange. In this case, turn off the computer, remove
the AC adapter and the battery pack; then, install the battery pack
and connect the AC adapter again. If the battery indicator still blinks
orange, ask your local dealer for assistance.
• When the battery pack is hot (for example, after a long usage), it may
take longer to fully charge the battery pack.
Checking the Battery Level
You can check the battery level by pointing to the battery or AC plug icon on the
taskbar, or double-clicking the icon to open the Power Meter dialog box. If the
battery is fully charged, remaining capacity level will not appear even if you point
the icon.
If you cannot see the battery or AC plug icon, follow the instructions below:
1.
In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Advanced tab.
2.
Check Always show icon on the taskbar and click OK.
3.
Close Control Panel window.
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• The remaining operating time depends on the power you are
consuming. If you are using the audio system, PC card slot, hard disk
drive, floppy disk or optical disk, your computer may consume more
battery life.
• If the actual remaining power in your battery is less than what
Windows Power Meter indicates, you should condition the battery
pack as per the procedure on “Conditioning the Battery Pack”.
Low Battery Indication
When the battery power becomes significantly low, the battery indicator ( )
blinks red, the warning beep sounds for about ten seconds. Save your data and turn
off the computer, or connect the computer to AC power immediately. Otherwise,
the computer will be shut down and the data may be lost.
Battery Indicator
In Windows, the alarm will tell you when the battery drops to the specified level by
sounding an alarm or displaying a message, and let your computer go on System
standby/hibernate or be shut down automatically.
1.
2.
3.
In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Alarms tab.
Set the battery level at which the alarms are activated. We recommend you set
Critical battery alarm to more than 5 % or more and Low battery alarm to
more than that of Critical battery alarm.
Set the Alarm Action desired.
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4.
5.
Click OK twice.
Close the Control Panel window.
Conditioning the Battery Pack
You need to condition the battery pack when the actual remaining power in your
battery is less than what Windows Power Meter indicates, or you buy a new battery
pack.
1.
Make sure the computer is turned off. Connect the computer to AC power
and wait until the battery is fully charged. The battery indicator turns orange
first; then, turns to green when the battery pack is fully charged.
2.
Turn on the computer.
3.
When the message Press  to enter SETUP appears, press F2 to open the
Setup Utility.
4.
Disconnect the AC adapter, and leave the computer on until the battery is
completely discharged and the system shuts down automatically.
5.
Connect the computer to AC power and let the battery fully charge again.
6.
Restart the computer. The conditioning process is complete.
Do not connect the computer to wall outlet while discharging the
battery. The conditioning will be cancelled.
Changing the Battery Pack
The capacity of a battery pack gradually decreases when used repeatedly (the
deterioration rate depends on the operating environment). If the battery life
becomes extremely short even after the conditioning, you should buy a new
standard battery pack.
When you replace the battery pack with a new one:
1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from the computer.
2. Close the display cover and turn over the computer on a flat place.
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3.
Unlock the battery stopper of the computer to the left and hold it; then,
unlock the battery release lever of the battery to the left and hold it; then, pull
out the battery pack.
Battery Stopper
Battery Release Lever
4.
Insert the new battery pack into the computer by matching the projected parts
of the battery with the notched parts on the computer.
Projected Part
Notched Part
5.
Push the battery pack until you hear the clicking sound.
6.
Turn over the computer and it’s ready to use.
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Optional Add-on Battery Pack
To power your computer for extended periods of time, there is an optional battery
pack, the high capacity battery pack (CE-BL20)(may not be available in some
countries).
Use only the appropriate optional battery (CE-BL20), and attach it
correctly.
Connecting Add-on Battery
Follow the steps below:
1.
Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from the computer.
2.
Close the display cover and turn over the computer on a flat place.
3.
Open the cover on the bottom of the computer.
Cover
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4.
Hook the projected parts of the battery up to the notched parts of the
computer.
Projected Part
Notched Part
5.
Softly press down the battery.
6.
Slightly press the both levers of the battery inward and hold them; then, press
down the battery and release the levers.
Levers
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Removing Add-on Battery
Follow the steps below:
1.
Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from the computer.
2.
Close the display cover and turn over the computer on a flat place.
3.
Slightly press the both levers of the battery inward and hold them.
Levers
4.
Slightly lift up the front of the battery and release the levers.
5.
Push out the battery backward and remove it.
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6.
Close the cover on the bottom of the computer.
Cover
Be sure to close the cover when the add-on battery is not attached.
Otherwise some object may damage inside the computer.
Checking the Battery Level of Add-on Battery
You can check the add-on battery level with one of the following ways.
With Windows
Refer to Checking the Battery Level section in this chapter.
With the battery level lamp
When you press the battery level button, the battery level lamps light up.
Battery Level Button
Battery Level Lamps
Conditioning Add-on Battery Pack
1.
Connect the add-on battery pack.
2.
Refer to Conditioning the Battery Pack in this chapter.
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Power Management
Power management saves electricity and extends battery life by controlling power
supply to built-in devices. You can set the following power management properties
in Windows.
•
•
•
•
Stopping power supply to the hard disk
Stopping power supply to the display
Controlling CPU speed
Using System standby/hibernate
To open Power Options Properties dialog box, from the Start menu, select Settings
– Control Panel, and double-click Power Options icon (Windows 2000). Or click
start – Control Panel, and click Performance and Maintenance; then, Power
Options. If Classic view is selected, double-click Power Options icon (Windows
XP Professional).
Note that the power management may not seem to function when you are
using an application program that accesses the hard disk periodically.
Stopping Power Supply to the Hard Disk
1.
2.
3.
In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Power Schemes tab.
Set Turn off hard disks to an appropriate value, and click OK.
Close Control Panel window.
Stopping Power Supply to the Display
This procedure is also effective for an attached external monitor complying
with power management.
1.
2.
3.
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In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Power Schemes tab.
Set Turn off monitor to an appropriate value, and click OK.
Close Control Panel window.
Controlling CPU Speed (Windows 2000)
Your computer is equipped with Intel® SpeedStep™ technology which can control
CPU speed to reduce power consumption.
Do not control CPU speed while communicating, or reading/writing
data. Otherwise the computer may malfunction.
or
icon on the taskbar.
1.
Double-click
2.
In Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) technology dialog box, select the CPU speed
performance.
3.
Click OK.
• If Automatically change performance when the power source changes
is checked in the dialog box, CPU speed will change automatically
when the AC adapter is connected/disconnected except while using
the built-in modem.
• You can also select the performance by right-clicking the icon, or
selecting Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) technology tab in Power Options
Properties dialog box.
Controlling CPU Speed (Windows XP Professional)
Windows XP Professional will control the processor performance to reduce power
consumption.
Do not control the processor performance, or connect/disconnect the
AC adapter while communicating, or reading/writing data. Otherwise
the computer may malfunction.
1.
In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Power Schemes tab.
2.
Select an appropriate power scheme in Power schemes according to the table
on the next page, and click OK.
3.
Close Power Options Properties dialog box; then Control Panel window.
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Power Scheme
Home/Office Desk
Processor Performance
Using AC Power
Using Battery
Always runs at highest performance state
Performance state will be chosen based on CPU
demand
Portable/Laptop
Using AC Power
Performance state will be chosen based on CPU
demand
Using Battery
Performance state will be chosen based on CPU
demand
Presentation
Using AC Power
Performance state will be chosen based on CPU
demand
Using Battery
Starts at lowest performance state; then, uses liner
performance reduction as battery discharges
Always On
Minimal Power
Using AC Power
Always runs at highest performance state
Using Battery
Always runs at highest performance state
Using AC Power
Management
Performance state will be chosen based on CPU
demand
Using Battery
Performance state will be chosen based on CPU
demand
Max Battery
Using AC Power
Performance state will be chosen based on CPU
demand
Using Battery
Starts at lowest performance state; then, uses liner
performance reduction as battery discharges.
• Note that Power scheme includes other power management settings
(such as a timer for System standby, etc.) appearing on Power
Schemes tab. Check those settings are set to an appropriate value
when you select the processor performance using Power schemes
facility.
• You can set your own Power scheme. Set all power management
settings to your suitable ones, and click Save as…; then, type an
appropriate name and click OK.
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Using System Standby/Hibernate
System standby/hibernate is a very useful power management tool. For example,
after your computer has entered System standby mode, you can restart your
computer more quickly when compared to a restart, after a normal shutdown
operation. When your computer resumes from System standby/hibernate, the
system restores the exact last state of the computer. In Windows, you can define
System standby or System hibernate the system enters under what conditions.
•
•
System standby stores the current condition of the computer in RAM and stops
power supply to all but a few essential components. Your system enters and
resumes from System standby per the conditions mentioned later. In System
standby, the Power indicator or the battery power indicator blinks green. To
resume from System standby, operate the computer again.
System hibernate saves the current condition of the computer in an area of the
hard disk and turns off the computer. Your system enters and resumes from
System hibernate per the conditions mentioned later. In System hibernate, the
power indicator or the battery power indicator turns off. To resume from System
hibernate, press the power button.
When entering/resuming from System standby/hibernate, follow the
instructions below:
• Finish communications, printing, and playing music or video before
entering System standby/hibernate.
• Do not operate the computer or peripheral devices, or
connect/disconnect peripheral devices, while entering/resuming from
System standby/hibernate.
• While operating with a battery, the computer may not resume from
System standby/hibernate if the battery capacity is not enough. In this
case, connect the AC adapter to your computer.
• Save your data before your computer enters System standby. If the
power supply to the computer is stopped, the RAM contents will be
lost.
• Select the user account if you see them when the computer resumes
from System standby/hibernate.
Supporting System Hibernate
If your battery becomes completely discharged during System standby,
you will lose unsaved data and will need to reboot your computer.
Therefore, if you are planning to leave your computer powered by
battery for long periods of time, we recommend System hibernate.
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Confirm that System hibernate is supported by the following steps below.
1. In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Hibernate tab.
2. Confirm Enable hibernation Support (Windows 2000) or Enable hibernation
(Windows XP Professional) is checked.
3. Click OK.
4. Close Control Panel window.
Set Timer to Enter System Standby/Hibernate Automatically
Your computer will enter System standby/hibernate automatically when the
specified time has passed without any operation. To set the time:
1.
In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Power Schemes tab.
2.
Set the time after which the computer will enter System standby/hibernate in
System standby or System hibernates.
3.
Click OK.
4.
Close Control Panel window.
Entering System Standby/Hibernate
Your computer enters System standby/hibernate in each of the following cases:
•
•
•
•
You select Stand by or Hibernate in the Shut Down Windows dialog
box.(Windows 2000)
You select Stand By or Hibernate(which will appear if you press Shift key) in
the Turn off computer dialog box. To open the dialog box, click start – Turn Off
Computer. (Windows XP Professional)
The specified time in System standby or System hibernates in Power Schemes
tab of Power Options Properties dialog box has passed without any operation
(See the previous section).
The screen cover is closed.
The above functions if you perform the following:
1.
In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Advanced tab.
2.
Select Hibernate or Stand by in When I close the lid of my portable
computer:
3.
Click OK.
4.
Close Control Panel window.
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•
You press the power button.
The above functions if you perform the following:
1.
In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Advanced tab.
2.
Select Hibernate or Stand by in When I press the power button on my
computer:
3.
Click OK.
4.
Close Control Panel window.
•
You press Fn+F12.
The above functions if you perform the following:
1.
In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Advanced tab.
2.
Select Hibernate or Stand by in When I press the sleep button on my
computer:
3.
Click OK.
4.
Close Control Panel window.
If Ask me what to do is selected in the step 2 of You press the power
button or You press Fn+F12, the Turn off computer dialog box will
appear when you press the power button or Fn+F12 key combination.
You can select System standby or System hibernate at that
timing.(Windows XP Professional only)
•
The battery level is low.
The above functions if you set the alarm in Windows. See Low Battery Indication
in this section.
Disabling Power Management
1.
2.
3.
In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Power Schemes tab.
Set Turn off monitor, Turn off hard disks, System standby, and System
hibernates to Never; then, click OK.
Close Control Panel window.
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CHAPTER 4
Peripherals
This chapter describes how to use peripheral devices with your computer. You can
connect a floppy disk drive unit, a printer, external monitor, IEEE 1394 devices, or
other devices to your computer. To ensure proper use, be sure to read the
instructions for each peripheral device before connecting it to your computer.
Using Peripherals
You can use the peripheral devices shown on the next page. For the details, refer
to the section explaining each device, and contact your dealer.
• Be sure to turn off the computer and the peripheral device before
connecting them (except when connecting USB devices, IEEE 1394
devices or inserting a PC card).
• Confirm the peripheral device you will connect is Windows 2000 or
Windows XP Professional compatible.
• Some devices have to be turned on after the computer is turned on.
• Some devices require that you install drivers before use (You may
need to connect an optional external floppy disk drive unit or an
optional external CD-ROM unit to install the drivers.)
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Peripheral Connection Overview
USB Devices
External Monitor
Headphone /
Audio Equipment
Printer
IEEE 1394 Device
Video Equipment
with S video
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Microphone
Using Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit
You can use double-density (2DD) 720KB or high-density (2HD) 1.44MB floppy
disks with the optional external floppy disk drive unit (CE-FD04/05).
Connecting Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit
• Do not place the floppy disk drive unit on its side or upside down.
• Do not press on the floppy disk drive unit. It may damage the drive or
cause malfunction.
• Do not place the AC adapter on the floppy disk drive unit. It may
cause the drive to malfunction.
Connect the floppy disk drive unit cable to either of the USB ports on the
computer. Be sure to let the USB mark side up when connecting the cable to the
computer. (CE-FD04 is required to connect the included USB cable to the drive
first.)
USB Mark
Handling Floppy Disks
•
•
•
•
Do not open the shutter and touch the disk inside; otherwise, you will not be
able to read or write data to the disk.
Do not place floppy disks near magnets or heat source, in direct sunlight or in a
dusty place, etc.
Never subject a disk to sudden shocks or extreme vibration. Do not drop, bend,
or place heavy objects on a disk.
Do not spill liquid onto a disk.
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Inserting and Removing a Floppy Disk
Inserting
Hold the floppy disk with the arrow facing up and towards the drive. Slide the disk
into the drive until it locks into place.
Arrow Facing Up
Indicator
• Always insert a floppy disk straight into the floppy disk drive.
• When inserting the disk, make sure it is not upside down.
• Do not use excessive force when inserting the floppy disk. If you have
difficulty inserting or removing disks, seek the assistance of an
authorized service technician.
• Do not touch the disk while reading/writing data. It may cause
malfunction of the computer and the drive.
Removing
Before removing the floppy disk, make sure the indicator of the floppy
disk drive unit is not lit.
Press the eject button firmly. The disk will pop out slightly. Remove it and store it
properly.
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Formatting a Floppy Disk
1.
Make sure the floppy disk is not write-protected, and insert it into the floppy
disk drive.
2.
Double-click My Computer on the desktop (Windows 2000). Or click start My Computer (Windows XP Professional).
3.
Right-click 3 ½ Floppy (A:) icon; then, click Format… from the pull-down
menu.
4.
Select the appropriate formatting options.
5.
Click Start to start formatting.
• When you format a floppy disk, all data previously stored on the disk
is lost.
• You cannot format a double-density (2DD) 720KB floppy disk (for
Windows XP Professional only).
Removing Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit
To remove the unit, you need to perform the following steps before you remove it:
In Windows 2000
) on the taskbar.
1.
Click Unplug or Eject Hardware icon (
2.
Click Stop Mitsumi USB Floppy – Drive(A:).
3.
Click OK in Safe To Remove Hardware; then remove the unit.
In Windows XP Professional
1.
Click Safely Remove Hardware icon (
2.
Click Safely remove Mitsumi USB Floppy – Drive(A:); then, Safe To Remove
Hardware dialog appears.
3.
Remove the unit from the computer.
) on the taskbar.
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Display
You can use an external monitor with your computer. To display the same images
on both displays simultaneously, use the 1024x768 resolution.
• Some monitors, which are not compatible with your computer, may
not display correctly.
• In this section, you often see the expression “Display Properties
dialog box.” To open the dialog box, right-click somewhere on the
Windows desktop and select Properties from the pull-down menu.
Connecting External Monitor
1.
2.
Turn off the computer and the external monitor.
Connect one end of your external monitor cable to the external monitor port
of the rear side of the computer.
External
Monitor Port
Monitor Cable
3.
4.
Connect the other end of the external monitor cable to your external monitor.
Turn on the external monitor; then, turn on the computer.
Displaying on an External Monitor
To display the screen on an external monitor, you may need to install the driver for
your external monitor. Before using the external monitor, refer to the manual
included with your external monitor.
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Switching the Display
1.
2.
3.
4.
In the Display Properties dialog box, select Settings tab; then, click Advanced.
Select Intel® Graphic Technology tab; then, click Graphic Properties...
Select the output display and click OK.
Click OK three times and close Control Panel window.
• You can also switch the display with Fn+F5.
• While playing video or animation, you may not be able to switch the
display.
• The screen may be distorted when you switch the display. If this
occurs, refresh the screen by right-clicking on the Windows desktop;
then, clicking Refresh.
Audio System
You can output sound to speakers, an audio equipment or a headphone.
Connecting Speakers
You can connect stereo speakers with an amplifier to the audio output jack on the
left side of the computer.
Speakers with an Amplifier
Audio Output Jack
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Connecting Digital Audio Equipment
The audio output jack of the computer is compliant to S/PDIF (Sony/Philips
Digital Interface). You can connect S/PDIF compliant audio equipment to the
computer and output/record sound.
S/PDIF Compliant
Audio Equipment
Audio Output Jack
S/PDIF Compliant Audio Cable
When recording sound with an audio equipment:
• Connect AC adapter to the digital audio equipment.
• Exit other application programs.
• Disable Windows power management.
• Do not enter System standby/hibernate.
• Do not operate the computer.
• Use the digital audio equipment compliant to sampling rate of 48kHz.
• Sound may not be recorded correctly if you use the synchronized
recording system of the digital audio equipment.
Enabling the S/PDIF audio output (Windows 2000 only)
1.
From the Start menu, select – Settings – Control Panel.
2.
Double-click System icon.
3.
Click Hardware tab; then, Device Manager….
4.
Double-click DVD/CD-ROM drives; then double-click MATSHITA UJDA730
DVD/CDRW.
5.
Check Enable digital CD audio for this CD-ROM device in Properties tab;
then click OK.
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Connecting Analog Audio Equipment
Audio Output Jack
White (L)
Red (R)
You can adjust the output volume in Windows by double-clicking the
speaker icon in the taskbar.
Connecting a Headphone
Use the headphone with an impedance of more than 8Ω (32Ω is recommended).
Audio Output Jack
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Connecting Microphone
You can input sound using an external microphone connected to the microphone
jack. Use an electret condenser microphone with an impedance of 2.2kΩ and an
allowable voltage of 2V.
Microphone Jack
To record sound:
1.
Click start; then, point Programs –Accessories – Entertainment (Windows
2000), or click start; then, point All Programs Accessories – Entertainment
(Windows XP Professional).
2.
Click Sound Recorder.
3.
See Help for Sound Recorder for more details.
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USB Device
Your computer has an interface called Universal Serial Bus (USB). With a USB
connection, you can connect/disconnect peripherals without turning off the
computer. Generally, when you connect a device to the computer, the necessary
driver will be installed automatically. See also the manuals of peripheral devices
supporting USB.
When a new device is correctly connected to the computer, the
appropriate driver is automatically installed. If the driver is not
installed correctly, you will see a message on the screen. In this case,
install the driver by following the instructions on the screen.
USB Ports
To remove USB devices, you may need to perform the following before you remove
them:
In Windows 2000
) on the taskbar.
1.
Click Unplug or Eject Hardware icon (
2.
Click Stop xxxxx (xxxxx is the name of your USB device).
3.
Click OK; then, remove the device from the computer.
In Windows XP Professional
1.
) on the taskbar. If you cannot find
Click Safely Remove Hardware icon (
the icon, click to show all kinds of icons.
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2.
Click Safely remove xxxx (xxxxx is the name of your USB device); then, Safe
To Remove Hardware dialog appears.
3.
Remove the device from the computer.
PC Card
Your computer is equipped with a PC card (PCMCIA) slot, which can
accommodate one Type II card or CardBus compliant card. You can insert/eject a
PC card without turning off the computer. Before inserting a PC card into the slot,
refer to its manual.
Inserting PC Card
When a new card is correctly inserted, the appropriate driver is
automatically installed. If the driver is not installed correctly, you will
see a message on the screen. In this case, install the PC card driver by
following the instructions on the screen.
1.
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Confirm the PC card eject button is inside the computer cabinet. If the button
is not inside the computer cabinet, push it back into the cabinet.
2.
Insert a PC card into the slot with the label face up until it locks into place.
Label Facing Up
Ejecting PC Card
• Some PC cards may become hot after long use.
• Be sure to use the procedure below when ejecting a PC card.
Otherwise, the system may not work properly.
In Windows 2000
) on the taskbar.
1.
Click Unplug or Eject Hardware icon (
2.
Click Stop xxxxx (xxxxx is the name of your PC card).
3.
Click OK and go to Ejecting PC card of the next page.
In Windows XP Professional
1.
) on the taskbar. If you cannot find
Click Safely Remove Hardware icon (
the icon, click to show all kinds of icons.
2.
Click Safely remove xxxx (xxxxx is the name of your PC card); then, Safe To
Remove Hardware dialog appears. Go to Ejecting PC card in the next page.
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Ejecting PC Card
1.
Push the PC card eject button so that it pops out from the side of the
computer.
Push
then
Pops
out
2.
Push the eject button and remove the PC card.
3.
Push the PC card eject button all the way inside the cabinet for safekeeping.
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Printer
You can connect a printer to the parallel port with the provided parallel cable
adapter (CE-PP01) or the USB port.
Before using a printer, read the printer manual and install the printer
driver.
Connecting to Expansion Port
1.
Turn off the computer and the printer.
2.
Connect the printer cable and the parallel cable adapter.
Parallel Cable
Adapter
Printer Cable
3.
Open the cover on the rear side of the computer.
4.
Cover
Connect the computer with the printer.
Parallel Port
Printer Cable
Parallel
Cable
Adapter
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5.
Turn on the printer; then, the computer.
To avoid damaging the parallel port, close the cover after you finish
using the parallel port.
Connecting to USB Port
Be sure to read the printer manual before connecting the USB printer to
the computer. Some printer may not use New Hardware Find wizard to
install the printer driver.
You can connect the USB printer to the computer without turning off the
computer.
4 Using IEEE 1394 Devices
You can connect the IEEE 1394 devices to the IEEE 1394 port on the rear side of
the computer. The IEEE 1394 is digital interface for handling digital video, digital
audio and other data in two directions between devices, and for controlling other
equipment.
When two or more IEEE 1394 compatible devices are connected to the computer
in a daisy chain, operations and data transactions are possible with not only the
equipment hat is directly connected, but also with other devices via the directly
connected device.
• Confirm the IEEE 1394 device you will connect is Windows 2000 or
Windows XP Professional compatible.
• Some IEEE 1394 devices require that you install drivers before use.
• Use AC power for the computer especially when reading/writing the
data.
Connecting IEEE 1394 Device
• You need not turn off the computer before connecting the device.
• Be sure to read the manuals of the IEEE 1394 device before
connecting it to the computer.
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1.
Connect the core end of the DV cable into the IEEE 1394 connector of the
computer.
2.
Connect the other end of the DV cable into the DV connector of the IEEE
1394 device.
IEEE 1394 connector
To IEEE 1394 Compliant Device
3.
Install the driver according to the instructions on the screen. Generally when
you connect the device to the computer, the necessary driver will be installed
automatically.
4.
Start the appropriate application for handling your data.
Disconnecting IEEE 1394 Device
In Windows 2000
) on the taskbar.
1.
Click Unplug or Eject Hardware icon (
2.
Click Stop xxxxx (xxxxx is the name of your IEEE 1394 device.).
3.
Click OK; then, remove the DV cable from the computer.
In Windows XP Professional
1.
Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon ( ) on the taskbar. If you cannot
find the icon, click to show all kinds of icon. If the icon does not appear, go
to Step 3.
2.
If the name of your device appears, click Safely remove xxxxx (xxxx is the
name of your IEEE 1394 device.); then, Safe To Remove Hardware dialog
appears.
3.
Remove the DV cable from the computer.
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CHAPTER 5
Communication Functions
This chapter explains how to use the built-in modem, the wired LAN unit and
wireless LAN functions.
Built-in Modem (may not be available in some countries)
You can use the built-in modem for data transfer and fax communication.
• The built-in modem on your computer is designed only for regular
analog telephone lines. The modem may be damaged when connected
to a digital ISDN terminal or a digital PBX.
• Use TA (terminal adapter) to connect the built-in modem to a digital
telephone line.
• If an unusual device is attached to the line you are connecting to, the
modem may not function properly. Remove the device or contact the
dealer of the device.
• Before connecting to a PBX, consult the PBX maintenance staff or its
service company. If the electric characteristics of your PBX are
different from those of a regular analog line, the modem will not
function properly. If you connect the modem to a digital PBX, both
the modem and the PBX may be damaged.
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Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line
1.
Turn off your computer.
2.
Open the cover of the modem jack on the left side of your computer.
LAN jack
Modem jack
To avoid damaging the modem, close the modem cover after you finish
using the built-in modem.
3.
Connect one end of the included modem cable to the modem jack.
Do not connect the modem cable to the LAN jack next to the modem
jack. It may damage the LAN jack or the modem cable.
4.
Connect the other end of the modem cable to the telephone line.
Modem Jack
To Telephone Line
5.
Turn on the computer.
Connect the modem to the telephone line directly. Do not use a
distributor or allotter.
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Configuring the Modem in Windows 2000
Make the necessary adjustments as shown below.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
From the Start menu, select Settings - Control Panel.
Double-click the Phone and Modem Options icon. If Location Information
dialog box appears, go to Step 4.
Select New Location and click Edit.
Type in the details about your location and dialing properties and click OK.
Even after you set one dialing property, you can make another new dialing
property by clicking New … and typing a suitable name in Location name.
Internet Connection
Windows 2000 has a special Internet Connection Wizard to help you to connect to
the Internet with ease. Simply double-click on the Connect to the Internet icon on
the Windows desktop. If you plan on connecting to the Internet by using the
modem to dial an Internet Service Provider (ISP), have your account information
and dial-up number ready before you begin the Internet Connection Wizard.
Dial-Up Networking
To create another dial-up networking accounts:
1. On the Windows desktop, double-click My Computer icon.
2. Click Network and Dial-up Connections.
3. Double-click Make New Connection.
4. Follow the instruction of the Network Connection Wizard dialog box to create
a new account.
Hyper Terminal and Phone Dialer
You can find these applications by opening the Start menu and selecting
Programs-Accessories- Communications. HyperTerminal lets you connect to other
computer terminals, for example, Bulletin Boards. Phone Dialer lets you store and
dial numbers for quick access.
Modem Settings
The settings for your modem are pre-installed in the Windows 2000 installed on
your computer. In normal circumstances you do not have to make changes to the
modem settings. If you need to make changes, follow this procedure:
1.
From the Start menu, select Settings - Control Panel.
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2.
Double-click Phone and Modem Options icon.
3.
Use the Modems and Advanced tabs to display the settings of your modem
and make changes if necessary.
Configuring the Modem in Windows XP Professional
Modem Configuration
When you use the modem first time, you must type your location’s information.
1.
Click start - Control Panel - Printers and Other Hardware; then, Phone and
Modem Options. If Classic view is selected, double-click Phone and Modem
Options icon.
2.
In Location Inforamtion dialog box, select your country, type your area code,
etc., and select your dial type; then, click OK.
After the configuration, click or double-click Phone and Modem Options (icon) to
open, Phone and Modem Options dialog box and double-click the location name of
Locations: in Dialing Rules tab for the information you set above.
You can change the settings or make a new location by clicking New…or Edit ….
Internet Connection
Windows XP Professional has a special Internet Connection Wizard to help you to
connect to the Internet with ease. Click start – Control Panel. Click Network and
Internet Connections; then, Network Connections. If Classic view is selected,
double-click Network Connections icon. In Network Connections dialog box, click
Create a new connection of Network Tasks. When the New Connection Wizard
dialog box appears, follow the instructions on the screen. If you plan on connecting
to the Internet by using the modem to dial an Internet Service Provider (ISP), have
your account information and dial-up number ready before you begin the wizard.
Once you set your connection, you can see or edit the connection status by doubleclicking the icon appearing Dial-up of Network Connections dialog box.
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Power Management
To use communication software, you may have to disable power management. See
Disabling Power Management of Chapter 3.
• See also the manual or online help of the software you are using.
• Within the communications software you are using, set the COM port
of the built-in modem to COM3.
• Do not enter System standby/hibernate while using communication
software.
• The communication speed may vary depending on the traffic, local
telecommunications infrastructure, and ISP (Internet Service
Provider) infrastructure.
• Before commencing with fax communication, it is recommended that
you exit other application programs.
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LAN unit
You can connect to a LAN (Local Area Network) with the 100 Base-TX/10 Base-T
LAN unit on your computer. To activate the LAN unit, perform the following
steps.
Use a category 3 or a category 5 LAN cable when connecting to 10
BASE-T LAN, and the category 5 only when connecting to 100 BASE-TX
LAN.
Connect your computer to LAN
1.
Turn off the computer.
2.
If your computer is provided with the LAN cable, go to the step 4. If with the
core for a LAN cable, go to the next step.
Attach the provided core to one end of your LAN cable. Insert the cable into
the core and close the core until it clicks.
3.
4.
Open the cover of the LAN jack on the left side of your computer.
LAN Jack
Modem Jack
To avoid damaging the LAN unit, close the LAN jack cover after you
finish using the LAN unit.
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5.
Connect the core end of the LAN cable into the LAN jack.
Do not connect the LAN cable to the modem jack next to the LAN jack.
It will damage the LAN cable and the modem jack.
6.
Connect the other end of the LAN cable into the network hub.
7.
Turn on the computer.
Configuring the LAN Unit in Windows 2000
1.
On the Windows desktop, double-click My Computer icon.
2.
Click Network and Dial-up Connections.
3.
Right-click Local Area Connection.
4.
From the pull-down menu, click Properties.
5.
In the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, set fields according to
your network status. Refer to your network administrator.
Attach the provided core to your LAN cable to insure compliance with
requirements of EMC regulations for computing equipment. If your
computer is provided with a LAN cable, always use that LAN cable. If
your LAN cable has no core attached, please attach the provided core
before use.
If you cannot access the network,
1.
From the Start menu, select Settings - Control Panel.
2.
Double-click System icon.
3.
Click Hardware tab; then, Device Manager… button.
4.
Double-click Network adapters; then, Realtek RTL8139 xxxxx.
5.
Click Advanced tab, and select Link Speed/Duplex Mode in Property: and
select an appropriate value in Value:.
6.
Click OK and close Device Manager window.
7.
Click OK and close Control Panel window.
Configuring the LAN Unit in Windows XP Professional
1.
Click start - Control Panel.
2.
Click Network and Internet Connections; then, Network Connections. If
Classic view is selected, double-click Network Connections icon.
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3.
Right-click Local Area Connection.
4.
From the pull-down menu, click Properties.
5.
In the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, set the network setting
according to the instruction of your network administrator.
Attach the provided core to your LAN cable to insure compliance with
requirements of EMC regulations for computing equipment. If your
computer is provided with a LAN cable, always use that LAN cable. If
your LAN cable has no core attached, please attach the provided core
before use.
If you cannot access the network,
1.
Click start - Control Panel.
2.
Click Performance and Maintenance; then, System. If Classic view is
selected, double-click System icon.
3.
Click Hardware tab; then, Device Manager.
4.
Double-click Network adapters, then, Realtek RTL8139 xxxxx.
5.
Click Advanced tab, and select Link Speed/Duplex Mode in Property: and
select an appropriate value in Value:.
6.
Click OK and close Device Manager window.
7.
Click OK and close Control Panel window.
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Wireless LAN (may not be available in some countries)
Your computer has an integrated wireless LAN function compliant with IEEE
802.11b standard. You can access the network by the wireless LAN.
There are two kinds of wireless networks: a network using an access point and a
peer-to-peer wireless network. You can connect your computer to a wired LAN or
the Internet through an access point that is also compliant with IEEE 802.11b
standard. Peer-to-peer wireless network consists of a number of computers each
equipped with wireless networking interface. Each computer can communicate
directly with other wireless enabled computers.
The range to give reliable performance and the quality of connection
vary depending on the environment where you perform.
To communicate with the wireless LAN, activate the integrated antennas with the
following steps.
Activate Antennas
You can enable/disable the antennas by pressing Fn +F1 key combination. When
the antenna indicator ( ) lights green, the antennas are enabled. When the
indicator light is off, they are disabled.
Antennas
Antenna Indicator
Fn+F1 key combination functions only when Wireless LAN in Security
menu in Setup Utility is set to Enabled.
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Connecting to the Internet via an Access Point
You can connect your computer to the Internet or a wired network via an access
point supporting IEEE 802.11b. Refer to the manual of the access point or consult
your network administrator if you are not sure.
Communicating with Other Computers in Windows 2000
• Confirm each computer is enabled for wireless LAN first.
• Ensure to log on the computer as a member of the Administrators
group.
• When you log on the computer with a limited account, you cannot
change some settings for wireless LAN.
1.
Click Start – Settings – Control Panel.
2.
Double-click Network and Dial-up Connections icon; then, Local Area
Connection 2 icon. Local Area Connection 2 Status dialog box appears.
3.
Click Properties button and double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) in
Components checked are used by this connection.
4.
Select Use the following IP address in Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties
dialog box and set a unique IP address to 192.168.1.2 thorough 192.168.1.254
and the Subnet mask to 255.255.255.0; then click OK.
• The IP address of each computer should be unique.
• The Default gateway can be blank.
5.
Click OK twice and Close; then, close the Network and Dial-up Connections
dialog box.
6.
From the Start menu, click Programs – SHARP Wireless LAN Configuration
Utility.
7.
Click ( ) icon on the taskbar. In Wireless LAN Card Utility for Windows
dialog box, click Profile tab.
8.
Type any name in Profile name.
9.
Click Ad.Hoc and select the desired Channel in Network Type.
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• Ensure for all connecting computers to select one channel that is not
the same as or adjacent to channels used by nearby communicating
devices, and use an ESSID that is not used by nearby communicating
devices.
• When the WEP security of other devices, which you want to access, is
enabled, ensure to enter the WEP Key, the Key format, Default Key
and the Key characters correctly.
10. Click Apply, then, Hide buttons. The Wireless LAN Card Utility for Windows
dialog box closes.
11. Configure the network by setting the name of your computer and workgroup.
To communicate with other wireless enabled computers, set the
computer name and the workgroup name. The computer name should be
unique and the workgroup name should be same as others.
Communicating with Other Computers in Windows XP Professional
• Confirm each computer is enabled for wireless LAN first.
• Ensure to log on the computer as a member of the Administrators
group.
• When you log on the computer with a limited account, you cannot
change some settings for wireless LAN.
1.
Click start – Control Panel.
2.
Click Network and Internet Connections – Network Connections. If Classic
view is selected, click Network Connections.
3.
Select Wireless Network Connection; then, click Change settings of this
connection of Network Tasks.
4.
Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) in This connection uses the following
items.
5.
Select Use the following IP address in Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties
dialog box and set a unique IP address to 192.168.1.2 thorough 192.168.1.254
and the Subnet mask to 255.255.255.0; then click OK.
6.
Click Wireless Networks tab; then, click Advanced button on the right bottom
of the dialog box. Advanced dialog box appears.
7.
Select Computer-to-computer (ad hoc) networks only; then, click Close.
8.
Click Add… button in Preferred networks of Wireless Network Connection
Properties dialog box.
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9.
Type a name of the network in Wireless Network Properties dialog box.
Confirm your computer and other computers are connecting to the same
network.
10. Click OK; then, close Control Panel.
11. Configure the network by setting the name of your computer and workgroup.
To communicate with other wireless enabled computers, set the
computer name and the workgroup name. The computer name should be
unique and the workgroup name should be same as others.
Confirming the Status of the Wireless Connection in Windows 2000
Before performing the following instructions, confirm the devices that you want to
communicate with are enabled for Wireless LAN.
1.
Click ( ) icon on the taskbar. SHARP Wireless LAN Card Utility for
Windows dialog box opens. A connected network name appears in ESSID of
Connected with AP Information if available.
•
•
•
2.
If you cannot find the ( ) icon, from the Start menu, click
Programs – Wireless LAN Card Utility for Windows (for
members of the Administrators group).
Clicking Rescan button detects another available network.
When the WEP security of other devices, which you want to
access, is enabled, ensure to enter the WEP Key, the Key
format, Default Key and the Key characters correctly.
Confirm the Link Quality and the Signal Strength on the bottom of the dialog
box.
When the quality of connection is poor, adjust the distance between the
computers and other devices or the access point and/or the facing
direction of the computers.
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Confirming the Status of the Wireless Connection in Windows XP
Before performing the following instructions, confirm the devices that you want to
communicate with are enabled for Wireless LAN.
1.
or ) on the taskbar. If you
Click Wireless Network Connection icon (
cannot find the icon click to show all kinds of icon. Connect to wireless
Network dialog box appears. If Wireless Network Connection Status dialog
box appears, go to Step 4.
2.
Select a network you want to access in Available networks in Connect to
Wireless Network dialog box; then, click Connect.
• When the network name you want to access does not appear, click
Advanced tab; then, Refresh button of Available networks in Wireless
Network Connection Properties dialog box; then, click OK.
• When the WEP security of the wireless network, which you want to
access, is enabled, ensure to enter the Network key and select Key
format and Key length correctly. (Click Add… button in Wireless
Networks tab of Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog
box.).
) on the taskbar.
3.
Click Wireless Network Connection icon (
4.
In Wireless Network Connection Status dialog box, confirm your connection
status.
• When the quality of connection is poor, adjust the distance between
the computers and other devices or the access point and/or the facing
direction of the computers.
).
• The connection quality is shown the number of green signals (
The more signals light on, the better quality is given to the computer.
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CHAPTER 6
Setup Utility
This chapter describes how to run the Setup Utility to change settings on your
computer.
Running the Setup Utility
With the Setup Utility, you can customize the system configuration information,
such as time and date, port assignments, or passwords. The information you have
specified is saved in a special area called CMOS RAM, which the system reads
every time you turn on the computer. Your computer is shipped from the factory
with the appropriate setting of the Setup Utility. Leave it as default in normal use.
Contents of the Setup Utility
The Setup Utility consists of four menu pages, as follows:
•
•
•
•
•
Main:
Configures basic setting
Advanced: Configures device interface (I/O ports, etc.)
Security: Sets passwords
Boot:
Defines where the system boots from
Exit:
Exits the Setup Utility or returns to the default values
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Entering and Exiting the Setup Utility
1.
Turn on the computer.
2.
When the message Press  to enter SETUP appears, press F2.
3.
Change to the desired settings.
← or → key : Selects the menu
↓ or ↑
key : Selects the item
Minus or Space key : Changes the value.
In the item with
mark, press Enter to open sub menu. Press Esc to close
the sub menu and return to the previous menu.
4.
Select Exit.
5.
Select one of the exit methods, and press Enter.
6.
Confirm the message and press Enter again. The system restarts.
When the Setup Utility is opened, power management does not work. Do
not close the display cover.
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Main Menu
System Time defines the system time, using the format hour:minute:second (24hour format). Use Tab key to move the cursor, and minus key or space bar to
change numerals.
System Date defines the system date, using the format month/day/year. Use Tab
key to move the cursor, and minus key or space bar to change numerals.
Hard Disk Type shows the type of the hard disk of your computer. Press Enter to
show the details.
Internal NumLock defines whether the numlock keys of the built-in keyboard are
always disabled or not. (Num lock indicator will turn when Fn+NumLk are
pressed regardless of this setting. An external keyboard will be numlocked if
connected. )
USB key/Mouse Emulation defines whether USB devices (keyboard or mouse)
can be used in MS-DOS mode.
Quick Boot defines whether the system skips the check of the internal memory
while booting, to shorten the boot time.
Quiet Boot defines whether the SHARP logo appears on the screen while booting.
Video RAM Size shows the minimum size of the video memory. In Windows
environment, the volume of the video memory varies automatically by Intel
Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT).
CPU Information shows the information on the CPU.
System Memory shows the volume of the conventional memory used in MS-DOS.
Always set to 640KB.
Extended Memory shows the volume of the extended memory more than 1MB.
BIOS Version shows the BIOS version of the system.
EC/KBC Version shows the EC or keyboard controller version of the system.
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Advanced Menu
LPT port sets the printer port, selecting the LPT port mode, the base I/O address,
IRQ, and DMA channel. Enabled means that you can set the items by yourself.
Auto means the Mode can be selected (Bi-directional, ECP (Extended Capabilities
Port mode), EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port mode) or Output only). Disabled means
that you cannot use the port.
Internal Pointing Device enables or disables the built-in glide pad.
Resolution Expansion defines whether the screen is expanded when the resolution
is 640x480 or 800x600. Enabled means that the screen is expanded.
Plug&Play O/S enables or disables plug & play function. Normally this option has
to be set as default.
PCI Configuration normally has to be as default.
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Security Menu
Set Supervisor Password defines the supervisor password (up to eight characters).
See the next section about the supervisor password.
Set User Password defines the user password (up to eight characters). See the
next section about the user password.
If you lose your password, you will be unable to access the computer or
change the configuration. Make sure to select a password you will never
forget, or write it down and protect it in a secure place. Otherwise, you
will have to contact your dealer for assistance.
Password on boot defines whether you have to type the password for booting the
computer.
Hard Disk boot Sector defines whether the boot sector of the hard disk is writeprotected. When formatting the hard disk or reinstalling software, set to Normal.
Device Configuration enables and disables built-in devices such as USB, Audio
system, modem, LAN, PC card, IEEE1394, Wireless LAN.
Supervisor and User Password
Setting a password will protect your computer against unauthorized access. Once a
password is set, the system requires the password when entering to the Setup
Utility. And if Password on boot is enabled, the system will require a password
when the computer is turned on.
If you enter a wrong password three times, the message System Disabled
appears. Press the power button to shut down the computer, and after 10
seconds, press the power button to turn it on again.
Your computer supports two different levels of password security: Supervisor
password and User password. You cannot set a user password unless you have set a
supervisor password. If you share the computer with others, we recommend that
you set both the supervisor and the user password, and let others know the user
password only.
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If you type the user password when you enter the Setup Utility, you can set System
Time and System Date of the Main menu, Resolution Expansion of the Advanced
menu, and Set User Password of the Security menu only.
Setting the Password
1.
In the Security menu of the Setup Utility, select Set Supervisor Password or
Set User Password and press Enter.
2.
Type your password (up to eight characters), and press Enter.
3.
Type the same password again, and press Enter twice.
4.
Select Exit menu and confirm Exit Saving Changes is highlighted; then press
Enter.
5.
Confirm Yes is highlighted and press Enter. The system restarts.
Changing the Password
1.
In the Security menu of the Setup Utility, select Set Supervisor Password or
Set User Password and press Enter.
2.
Type your current password, and press Enter.
3.
Type your new password, and press Enter.
4.
Type your new password again, and press Enter twice.
5.
Select Exit menu and confirm Exit Saving Changes is highlighted; then press
Enter.
6.
Confirm Yes is highlighted and press Enter. The system restarts.
Deleting the Password
1.
In the Security menu of the Setup Utility, select Set Supervisor Password or
Set User Password and press Enter.
2.
Type your current password, and press Enter.
3.
Without typing any characters, press Enter.
4.
Press Enter twice.
5.
Select Exit menu and confirm Exit Saving Changes is highlighted; then press
Enter
6.
Confirm Yes is highlighted and press Enter. The system restarts.
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Boot Menu
Boot Sequence specifies where the system boots from. Press Enter to open the sub
menu. The system boots from the drive at the top of the list. If the system cannot
find the drive, it will boot from the second one; then, third one. Use arrow keys to
select the drive you want to move; then, use minus key or space bar to move it up
and down.
USB FDD defines whether the system boots from the USB floppy disk drive.
LAN boot defines whether the system boots from other server via the LAN unit of
the computer.
Wake On LAN defines whether the system boots up or resumes from System
Hibernate when the LAN unit of the computer becomes active.
Exit Menu
Exit Saving Changes saves the settings you have changed and exits the Setup
Utility.
Exit Discarding Changes exits the Setup Utility without saving the settings you
have changed.
Load Setup Defaults returns the values of all items to the default. To exit, select
one of the above items.
Discard Changes returns the values of all items to the values you last saved. To
exit, select one of the above two items.
Save Changes saves the settings you have changed. To exit, select one of the
above two items.
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Appendixes
The appendixes contain additional information on the use and care of your
computer.
Memory Module
You can expand the memory size up to 768MB by installing a memory module.
For available memory modules, ask your local dealer.
Default memory size is 256MB.
Installing a Memory Module
1.
Turn off the computer, and disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery
pack and peripheral devices. See Chapter 3 for removing the battery.
• Make sure to turn off your computer and remove the AC adapter.
Otherwise you may get an electrical shock.
• After long usage of the computer, the temperature inside the computer
may be hot. Wait until it becomes cool.
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• Do not handle the memory module where static electricity is easily
generated such as on the carpet.
• Before installing the memory module, carefully discharge static
electricity from your body by touching an unpainted metal area.
• Avoid touching the integrated circuits on a memory module. Handle
all components by the edges.
• Keep the memory module in the anti-static wrapping until you are
ready to install it.
2.
Loosen two screws and remove the memory slot cover.
3.
Open the sheet and align the memory module as shown below, matching the
notched part of the module with the projected part of the memory socket of
the computer.
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Projected Part
20°
Notched Part
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Press the memory module slowly to place it into the memory socket until you
hear the clicking sound.
5.
Replace the memory slot cover to the computer, matching the projected parts
of the cover with the notched parts of the computer.
6.
Tighten the screws.
7.
Replace the battery pack and connect the AC adapter.
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4.
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8.
Turn on the computer and check the memory size;
(In Windows 2000)
Right-click My Computer icon on the desktop. Your memory size will appear
at the bottom of the sentence. Share video memory size will not be included
with the value.
(In Windows XP Professional)
Click start – My computer – View system information of System Tasks. Your
memory size will appear at the bottom of the sentence in General tab. Share
video memory size will not be included with the value.
Uninstalling the Memory Module
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1.
2.
Follow steps 1-2 of Installing the Memory Module.
Slightly bend the two latches outward until the memory module is released.
3.
Remove the memory module and follow steps 5-8 of Installing the Memory
Module.
Installing Weight Saver
The optical drive bay on the right of your computer can be installed a weight saver
contained with your computer. Installing the weight saver instead of the optical
drive unit makes the computer lighter, for better portability.
Always keep the optical drive bay either of the optical drive unit or the
weight saver installed. Leaving the optical drive bay empty may damage
the computer.
Installing the Weight Saver
1.
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Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from the computer.
Make sure to turn off your computer and remove the AC adapter.
Otherwise the computer may be damaged.
2.
3.
Close the display cover and turn over the computer on a flat place.
Slide the optical drive stopper backward and pull out the optical drive unit
from the computer.
Keep the optical drive wrapped and in a safe place to avoid any
damage.
Install the weight saver into the bay until it clicks.
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4.
Replacing the Optical Drive Unit
1.
Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from the computer.
Make sure to turn off your computer and remove the AC adapter.
Otherwise the computer may be damaged.
2.
3.
Close the display cover and turn over the computer on a flat place.
Slide the optical drive stopper backward and pull out the weight saver from
the computer.
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4.
Install the optical drive unit into the bay until it clicks.
Maintenance and Care
This appendix provides you with information on how to maintain the computer in
excellent working condition.
Replacing the Backup Battery
Your computer is equipped a backup battery for keeping the information of the
Setup Utility, etc. If you see the message Press  to resume,  to Setup,
replace it with a Lithium CR2032 Battery on the market.
1.
Turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter, and remove the battery
pack from the computer.
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Make sure to turn off your computer and remove the AC adapter and the
battery pack from your computer. Otherwise the computer may
malfunction.
2.
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Loosen the screws and remove the cover of the backup battery box.
3.
Remove the backup battery with a pointed staff.
4.
Insert a new backup battery with the plus side (printed a part number) up.
Press two hooks of the box with the edge of the battery and hold it; then,
press down the battery.
5.
Replace the cover on the computer matching the projected parts of the cover
with the notched parts of the computer.
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Never use a metallic material. If the material touches to the circuit, your
computer may malfunction.
6.
Tighten the screws.
7.
Insert the battery pack.
8.
Turn over the computer and connect the AC adapter.
9.
Turn on the computer.
10. If you see the message Press  to enter Setup, press F2.
11. In the Exit menu, select Load Setup Defaults; then, press Enter.
12. When the message Load default configuration now? appears, select Yes; then,
press Enter.
13. In the Exit menu, select Exit Saving Changes; then, press Enter.
14. When the message Load default configuration now? appears, select Yes; then,
press Enter.
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15. Click start- Control Panel.
16. Click Date, Time, Language, and Regional Options in Category view; then,
click Change the date and time.
17. Set date and time; then, click OK.
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Using a Security Cable
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You can connect a security cable to the security slot on the right side of your
computer to prevent theft.
Cleaning the Computer
Cabinet
Apply a small amount of mild cleaning solution to a dry, lint-free cloth and wipe
the cabinet with the cloth.
• Never clean the computer while it is powered on.
• Do not use alcohol, benzene, thinner or other strong chemical agents
that may damage the cabinet.
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Screen
The surface of the screen may become smeared and accumulate dust during use.
Avoid touching the screen with your fingers when using the system. Gently wipe
the surface of the screen with a soft cloth that has been dipped in a mild detergent
solution and squeezed dry.
Glide Pad
Wipe the glide pad with a soft, dry cloth.
Ventilation Openings
Dust on the ventilation openings may cause overheating of the computer. Wipe the
ventilation openings with a soft, dry cloth.
Traveling with the Computer
This computer is designed for portability. For safety and convenience when
traveling, please follow these guidelines.
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•
•
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Before traveling, back up your data on floppy disks, optical disks or other
external media.
Do not travel with any peripherals such as an optional external floppy disk drive
unit or the parallel cable adapter connected.
Do not carry the computer powered on. This may result in loss of data and/or
damage to the hard disk drive.
Make sure the display cover is closed before traveling. Otherwise the cover may
be opened unawares, and the display or the keyboard will be damaged.
If you carry the computer in a bag, try to avoid unnecessary pressure, caused by
the stuff of the bag, to the computer.
Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer.
Fully charge the battery pack, and bring the AC adapter and the AC power cord.
Avoid sudden shocks or extreme vibration.
Re-installation Instructions
To recover your hard disk, you will use PowerQuest®EasyRestore™. Before starting reinstallation, read the following End User License Agreement first.
PowerQuest(R) EasyRestore (TM) End User License Agreement
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means the EasyRestore software included on the CD provided with this License Agreement.
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disaster recovery purposes. The Software is only authorized for distribution together with a specific
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hard disk image contained on the CD to the computer with which the CD and Software were originally
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technical support questions, regarding the Software, should be referred to the place of purchase.
5. U.S. GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS. If you are acquiring the Software on behalf of any unit
or agency of the United States Government, the following provision applies: It is acknowledged that the
Software and the documentation were developed at private expense and that no part is in the public domain
and that the Software and documentation are provided with RESTRICTED RIGHTS. Use, duplication, or
disclosure by the Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph (c)(1)(ii) of the Rights in
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Software only in accordance with this License Agreement. The Software contains pre-installed software for
Technical Data and Computer Software clause at DFARS 252.227-7013or subparagraphs (c)(1) and (2) of
the Commercial Computer Software-Restricted Rights at 48 CFR 52.227-19, as applicable.
Contractor/manufacturer is PowerQuest Corporation/P.O. Box 1911/Orem, UT 84059.
6. NO WARRANTY. The Software is being provided to you AS IS. PowerQuest does not warrant the
Software to end users. If the Software fails to perform substantially in accordance with the documentation
provided to your hardware supplier, PowerQuest will repair or replace the copy of the Software provided to
your hardware supplier and will authorize your hardware supplier to provide such repaired or replaced
Software to you without charge.
7. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. NEITHER POWERQUEST NOR ITS SUPPLIERS SHALL IN ANY
EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO
THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO
DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, AND
DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF BUSINESS
INFORMATION, OR OTHER PECUNIARY LOSS, EVEN IF POWERQUEST CORPORATION HAS
BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, WHETHER SUCH LIABILITY IS
BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, WARRANTY, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE
GROUNDS. BECAUSE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF
LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATION
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
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8. NO WAIVER. Any failure by either party to this agreement to enforce a specific part of the agreement in
a specific situation is not a waiver of rights under the agreement. The party may still enforce the rest of the
agreement in that situation and may still enforce some or all of the agreement in other situations.
9. This License Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between you and PowerQuest pertaining to its
subject matter. This License Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Utah. Any litigation arising
from this license will be pursued only in the state or federal courts located in the State of Utah.
Copyright 1994-2002, PowerQuest Corporation. All rights reserved. U.S. Patents 5,675,769; 5,706,472;
and 5,930,831; other patents pending in the U.S.A. and elsewhere. PowerQuest is a registered trademark
and EasyRestore is a trademark of PowerQuest Corporation.
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Preparation for Re-installation
You can format the hard disk and re-install the preinstalled software with the
recovery CD-ROMs, and set the status of your computer to the same configuration
as you used for the first time. The following items are necessary for re-installation:
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Product Recovery CD-ROM disks
Operation Manual
• It will take about 50 minutes to complete the re-installation. The time
depends on the operating system you are installing.
• It takes about ten seconds for the system to recognize a CD-ROM. If
you operate too quickly, an error message may appear. In this case,
return to the first step and repeat the installation.
• Use the Product Recovery CD-ROMs only for your computer.
• The Product Recovery CD-ROMs are not for sale. Keep them in a
secure place.
Backing up the data
Although the pointer may be shown on the screen, never touch the
keyboard or the mouse during recovery except when the message
prompts you to. If you touch them, the re-installation will be canceled.
In this case, not only C: drive but also D:drive will be formatted.
Selecting the way to recover your system
Your computer has two drives(C: and D:) when it was shipped from the factory.
You can select the way to recover your system.
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Recovers C: drive only. (Recommended)
This process will format C: drive only and recover C: drive to the same status as
shipped from the factory. Nothing will be performed to D: drive. The volume of
the drives will not be changed and will keep current one.
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Appendixes
Before formatting the hard disk, you should back up your data. For details on how
to back up your data, see the Windows Online Help.
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Recovers both C: and D: drive.
This process will format both C: and D: drives, and contents of the hard disk
will be restored to its original state in C: drive. The volume of the drives will be
back to the same as you used for the first time.
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Formats hard disk and creates new partition.
This process will format whole hard disk drive and create new partition. You
can select the volume of C: and D: drives. The contents of the hard disk will be
restored to its original state in C: drive.
Formatting the drives and re-installing Windows
1. Make sure the computer is turned off.
2. If any peripheral devices are connected to your computer, disconnect them.
3. If the weight saver is installed in your computer, remove the weight saver
and install the optical drive.
4. Turn on the computer.
5. When the message Press  to enter SETUP appears, press F2. The
Setup Utility opens.
6. Insert the Product Recovery CD-ROM disk 1 into the CD-ROM drive.
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7. In the Exit menu, select Load Setup Defaults; then, press Enter twice.
8. In Boot Sequence of the Boot menu, set CD-ROM Drive to the top of the
list; then, press Esc.
9. In the Exit menu, confirm Exit Saving Changes is highlighted and press
Enter twice.
10. Read the message on the screen, and select the operating system which you
had selected for the first time you use the computer; then, press Enter.
You cannot change the operating system from the first choice.
11. Read the message on the screen, and select the way to recover your system;
then, press Enter.
12. Read the message and select Continue; then, press Enter.
13. Read the message and select Continue again; then, press Enter.
14. If you see the message asking you to insert the Product Recovery CD-ROM
disk 2, remove the disk 1 and insert the disk 2; then, press Enter.
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15. If you see the message asking you to insert the Product Recovery CD-ROM
disk 3, remove the disk 2 and insert the disk 3; then, press Enter.
16. If you see the message The Operating System has been recovered
successfully, remove the Product Recovery CD-ROM disk 3. The system will
restart automatically.
17. When the message Press  to enter SETUP appears, press F2. The
Setup Utility opens.
18. In the Exit menu, select Load Setup Defaults; then, press Enter twice.
19. In the Exit menu, confirm Exit Saving Changes is highlighted and press
Enter twice. The system restarts.
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20. Set up Windows, following the instructions on the screen. When you finish
the setup, the recovery is completed.
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Specifications
Parts
CPU
Primary cache
Secondary cache
ROM
RAM
System
Video
Display
Panel
Video controller
Resolution/color
Keyboard
Pointing device
Drive
Hard disk
Floppy disk
(option/external)
Optical
PC card slot
Audio system
I/O ports
Audio
Video
Others
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Modem
LAN
Wireless LAN
Power
AC adapter
Battery
Battery life
Battery charging time
*Charging time
varies depending on
usage
Dimensions
*No protrusion is included.
Weights
Operating
environment
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Temperature
Humidity
Specifications
Mobile IntelPentium III processor featuring enhanced Intel
SpeedStep™Technology at 1GHz -M
32KB (Integrated with CPU)
512KB (Integrated with CPU)
Including system BIOS, VGA BIOS, Plug&play compliant BIOS
SDRAM 256MB (expandable up to 768MB)
Max.48MB (shared with system memory)
Active Matrix (TFT) color LCD 12.1”(30.7cm)
Integrated in chip set
1024 x 768 dots/16M colors by dithering function
IBM compatible keyboard
Glide pad (touch-sensitive control pad with 2 buttons)
IDE interface 30GB
USB interface 3.5", 1.44MB/720KB
CD-R/RW Reading: 24x (max.) Writing: 16x (max.)
Re-writing:10x (max.)
DVD-ROM Reading:8x (max.)
Type II × 1 (PCMCIA 2.1 compliant) CardBus compliant
speaker (monaural), sound system compliant with AC’97 audio
Audio output jack (stereo, S/PDIF compliant), external microphone
jack(monaural)
External display connector, S video connector
2 USB ports, IEEE 1394 port, parallel port (mini)
Data: 56Kbps (receive), 33.6Kbps (send), Fax: 14.4Kbps
100 BASE-TX/10 BASE-T, Wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11b compliant)
Radio technology
DSSS (IEEE 802.11b) compliant,
Frequency band
2400-2483.5MHz
Operating channels
11 channels
Data rate
1 / 2 / 5.5 / 11 Mbps
100-240V, 50-60 Hz
Rechargeable lithium ion battery
Approximately 3.0 hours (standard battery pack only)
Approximately 6.0 hours(optional add-on battery pack (CE-BL20) attached)
*Battery life varies depending on usage
Standard battery pack
Turned off/hibernation: about 3 hours
only
Turned on: about 5 hours (charging time
may vary depending on the usage)
Optional add-on
Turned off/hibernation: about 6 hours
battery pack attached
Turned on: about 10 hours (charging
time may vary depending on the usage)
11.1" wide x 9.4" deep x 1" (min.)/1.1" (max.) high
(282mm x 239mm x 25.4mm (min.)/27.7mm (max.))
Optical drive installed
About 4.13 lbs (1.87 kg)
Weight saver installed
About 3.69 lbs (1.67 kg)
50°F to 95°F (10°C to 35°C)
20% to 80% (non-condensation)
Options (may not be available in some countries)
CE-BL20
CE-FD04 / CE-FD05
CE-MV1V
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Add-on Battery Pack
External Floppy Disk Drive
AC Adapter
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Appendixes
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Troubleshooting
This chapter describes how to troubleshoot computer problems.
Common Problems
Problems with your computer can be caused by something as minor as an unplugged
power cord or as major as a damaged hard disk drive. The information in this
troubleshooting section is designed to help you find and solve minor problems. If you
still have a problem after trying all the suggested remedies in this chapter, contact
your dealer.
The problems that you might encounter can be divided into two basic categories:
hardware and software. Hardware problems can be further divided into being of an
electrical or a mechanical nature. You will know you have a hardware problem if, for
example, the screen is blank, or the computer cannot recognize the disk drives.
You can also refer to the Windows manual or Windows Help program to solve the
problem. To access the Help program, click Start - Help (for Windows 2000) or start –
Help and Support (Windows XP Professional). It also gives you Troubleshooting tips
and an Index.
Successful troubleshooting is the result of careful observation, deductive reasoning,
and an organized approach to solving the problem. If you encounter a problem, begin
by performing a careful visual inspection. Check the exterior of the computer first. If
no lights are displayed, check the battery charge or power outlet, the plug and power
cord, and any power switches that may affect your computer. If the computer has been
connected to any peripheral devices, look for loose or disconnected cables. You may
also need to check the fuses and breakers in your electric box. A few common
problems and suggested solutions are presented in the examples that follow.
T-1
Troubleshooting
Software problems can occur at several levels. Both your operating system and your
software application programs are capable of generating errors and error messages. If
you encounter a software error, try to determine if the error message is from your
operating system or from an application program, and refer to the appropriate manual
for possible remedies.
Trouble when Starting
Question: Why doesn't the power indicator or the battery indicator turn
on?
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Make sure the AC adapter is correctly connected to the AC adapter jack of your
computer.
Make sure the AC power cable is correctly connected to a live wall outlet. Connect
another electric equipment to the wall outlet and check whether it is live or not.
Make sure the battery pack is correctly installed and charged.
If the battery pack is discharged, connect the AC adapter.
If all the steps above failed, follow the instructions on Why doesn't the keyboard or
the glide pad function?
Question: Why do I get the message Invalid system disk?
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You may have inserted a non-bootable disk in the optional external floppy disk
drive unit (either a defective disk or one without an installed operating system).
Remove the disk.
Question: Why can’t I boot from the floppy disk?
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Troubleshooting
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Make sure that the optional external floppy disk drive unit is correctly connected to
the computer.
Check whether the floppy disk set to the optional external floppy disk drive unit
contains a system disk.
Check in Boot menu of the Setup Utility, whether Floppy Disk Drive is set to the
first in Boot Sequence and USB FDD is set to Auto or Enabled.
Question: Why do I get the message Press to resume,  to setup?
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T-2
The setting of the Setup Utility is deleted. Run the Setup Utility and get default
value of the Setup Utility. Be sure to set the date and time correctly.
If you often see the message, the backup battery has no capacity left. Replace the
backup battery referring to the steps in Replacing Backup Battery of Appendixes.
Question: Why do I get the message Operating system not found?
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Run the Setup Utility and get default value of the Setup Utility. Be sure to set the
date and time correctly.
Trouble with Display
See also the Display section in Chapter 4.
Question: Why is the screen blank?
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Press any key to see if any power management feature has turned off the screen to
save power.
See the power indicator to check whether the computer is turned on.
If you are using a battery pack, make sure it is correctly installed and has a charge
remaining.
Make sure the LCD screen is selected as the display by pressing Fn+F5.
Check whether the display is on by pressing Fn+F11.
If you still have the problem after trying the above, follow the steps in Why doesn't
the keyboard or the glide pad function?
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Confirm the monitor is turned on.
Confirm the monitor is connected correctly.
Make sure an external monitor is selected as the display by pressing Fn+F5.
If you use Fn+F5 to change the display, the image may be distorted. Press Fn+F5
again to return the previous display and use Display Properties dialog box to
change it again.
Make sure the value of the Screen area (Windows 2000) or Screen resolution
(Windows XP Professional) in the Settings tab of the Display Properties is lower
than the resolution of the external monitor.
Make sure the external monitor is not near any electric devices having strong
magnetic fields such as a TV set or radio.
Do not share an outlet with a TV set or radio.
T-3
Troubleshooting
Question: Why does the external monitor display nothing or the image on
it distorted?
Question: Why can’t I change the display with Fn+F5 keys?
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When playing the animation or game, Fn+F5 key combination may not work.
Close the currently running application.
Use Display Properties dialog box to change it.
Trouble with Keyboard/Glide Pad
Question: Why doesn't the keyboard or the glide pad function?
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Follow the steps below:
1.
2.
3.
Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete and select Log Off…or Shut Down…(Windows 2000)
or Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete and select Users tab of Windows Task Manager
dialog box. Click Disconnect or Logoff; then, Yes(Windows XP Professional).
If step1 does not work, press the power switch for more than four seconds to
turn off the system. Ten seconds later, turn the computer on.
If you still cannot turn off the system with the power switch, press the reset
switch on the bottom of your computer to turn off the system (refer to page 23). Ten seconds later, turn on the computer by pressing the power switch.
Question: Why does the glide pad malfunction?
•
The pad of the glide pad or your palm may be moist or dirty and grease. Wipe the
glide pad with a soft, dry cloth.
Troubleshooting
Trouble with Floppy Disks
Question: Why can't I use a floppy disk?
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T-4
Confirm the optional external floppy disk drive unit is correctly connected.
Confirm the floppy disk is inserted correctly.
Confirm the drive or file name is correct.
The floppy disk may not be formatted or could be corrupted. Format the disk or use
another disk.
If you cannot write to a floppy disk, the disk may be write-protected. Eject the disk
and ensure that the write-protect tab covers the detection hole.
If you cannot write to a floppy disk, the disk may be full. Use another disk.
Trouble with the Hard Disk
Question: Why can't I read or write data to/from the hard disk?
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Confirm the drive and file names are correct.
Confirm the hard disk has sufficient free space.
Trouble with the Optical Drive
Question: If the message requiring Windows 2000 CD-ROM appears?
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Type C:\i386 in Copy files from: dialog box.
Question: Why can’t I read data from a compact disc or play files?
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•
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Confirm the CD is inserted correctly.
Confirm the drive and file names are correct.
Confirm the CD is not stained or scratched.
Confirm the CD or files are supported.
Confirm the optical drive unit is correctly installed to the computer.
Question: Why the drive does not open?
Confirm the computer is turned on.
If the computer is turned off, insert a fine rod into the drive tray ejection hole.
Troubleshooting
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•
Question: Why can’t I read data from a disk or play files?
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•
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Confirm the disk is inserted correctly.
Confirm the drive and file names are correct.
Confirm the disk is not stained or scratched.
Confirm the disk or files are supported.
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Question: Why doesn’t the DVD movie play smoothly?
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•
Ensure to use AC power.
Set back the screen resolution, color quality, and screen refresh rate to the default
value of 1024x768, 16bit, and 60Hz.
Question: Why isn’t the optical drive recognized?
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•
If the computer is turned on with some kind of DVD disks inserted in the drive,
the drive may not be recognized. In this case, turn off the computer and open the
disk tray by the way on Question: Why does not the drive open? on the previous
page. Remove the disk from the drive; then turn on the computer again.
You might remove the optical drive MATSHITA UJDA730 DVD/CD-RW Drive
(E:) in Windows by clicking ( ) or ( ) icon on the taskbar. Follow the steps
below.
1. Close Recording Control dialog box.
2. Turn off the computer and remove the optical drive by following the steps
described Installing the Weight Saver section in Appendixes.
3. Reinstall the optical drive slightly.
4. Turn on the computer.
Trouble with Communication
Question: Why can't I communicate through the built-in modem?
Troubleshooting
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Confirm the telephone line is properly connected to the modem jack.
Confirm the dial setting (pulse or tone) of Windows XP and/or communication
software are matched with the telephone line.
If you set your connection status using New Connection Wizard, check Use
dialing rules in the Properties dialog box of that connection status. Refer to
Internet Connection of Chapter 5.
Confirm the country/region setting is appropriate.
Confirm the network configuration is appropriate.
Confirm the user name or password is correct.
Confirm the COM port in the communication software is set appropriately.
Turn off the power management in the Windows.
If an unusual device is attached to the line you are connecting to, the modem may
not function properly. Remove the device or contact the dealer of the device.
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If your computer is connected to a PBX, consult the PBX maintenance staff or its
service company. If the electric characteristics of your PBX are different from
those of a regular analog line, the modem will not function properly. If you
connect the modem to a digital PBX, both the modem and the PBX may be
damaged.
Question: Why is the access speed so slow?
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Close the applications currently opened.
Try to connect another ISP (Internet Service Provider), or try to connect in some
other time.
Question: Why can't I access the wired LAN?
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Confirm the cable is properly connected to the LAN jack and the network hub.
Confirm the network configuration is appropriate.
Confirm the LAN driver is enabled in System Properties dialog box. Click
Hardware tab; then Device Manager. Double-click Network adapters, then, Sis
900-Based PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter, and in General tab, confirm Use this
device(enable) is selected in Device usage.
Confirm the user name or the password is correct.
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Follow the instructions below:
1. Click start – Programs (Windows 2000) or All Programs (Windows XP
Professional) – Accessories – Command Prompt.
2. Type ipconfig/all; then, press Enter. The information about IP
appears.
3. See the numbers of Physical Address in Ethernet adapter Wireless Network
Connections section.
4. Type exit; then, press Enter
Question: Why can't I detect the access point on my computer? (for
wireless LAN communication)
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Confirm the access point is powered on.
Restart your computer.
Confirm your computer is enabled for the wireless LAN.
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Troubleshooting
Question: How can I detect the MAC address?
In Windows 2000
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See the icon on the left bottom of the Wireless LAN Card Utility for Windows
dialog box. When it is not ( )( )( ), adjust the distance between the computer
and the access point and/or the facing direction of the computer; then retry to
access.
Confirm the settings (such as the ESSID, the channel, and the WEP key) for
wireless network are correct.
When you have more than one available access points, your computer may be
connected to other than right one you want to access. Click Rescan button in
Card Status tab of Wireless LAN Card Utility for Windows dialog box repeatedly
until the desired ESSID appears.
In Windows XP Professional
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Detect the access point by following the steps below
1.
Click start – My Computer.
2.
Select My Network Places in Other Places; then, View network connections
in Network Tasks. Network Connections dialog box appears.
3.
Right-click Wireless Network Connection; then, click Disable.
4.
Right-click Wireless Network Connection; then, click Enable.
When you have more than one available access points, your computer may be
connected to other than right one you want to access:
Troubleshooting
1.
2.
Right-click ( ) icon on the taskbar; then, click View Available Wireless
Networks.
Select the desired network in the Available networks list; then, click Connect
button.
Question: Why can't I connect to the network via an access point? (for
wireless LAN communication)
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T-8
For Windows 2000, confirm Infrastructure is checked in Network Type section,
which appears in Profile tab of Wireless LAN Card Utility for Windows dialog box.
For Windows XP Professional, confirm Any available network (access point
preferred) is selected in Networks to access of Advanced dialog box. (To open
Advanced dialog box, refer to Communicating with Other Computers in Windows
XP Professional section on page 5-11.)
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Confirm the ESSID of your computer matches the ESSID of the access point you
want communicate with.
Confirm the WEP key is correctly entered if the WEP security of the access point is
enabled.
Question: Why can't I communicate with other computers with a wireless
LAN?
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Confirm each computer is enabled for wireless LAN.
For Windows 2000, confirm Ad.Hoc is checked in Network Type section, which
appears in Profile tab of Wireless LAN Card Utility for Windows dialog box. For
Windows XP Professional, confirm Computer-to-computer (ad hoc) networks only
is selected in Networks to Access of Advanced dialog box of each computer. (To
open Advanced dialog box, refer to Communicating with Other Computers in
Windows XP Professional section on page 5-11.)
Adjust the distance between the computers by bringing your computer closer to
others and remove any obstructions that may impede the communication; then, try
to connect again. (The distance between computers or access points should be less
than approximately 60m (190 feet), in direct line of sight.)
Confirm the IP address, the subnet mask and the default gateway of each computer
are set correctly.
Confirm the WEP key is correctly entered if the WEP security of other devices,
which you want to communicate with, is enabled.
Question: Why do I have a message “Can not initiate the protocol service
of Wireless LAN card?” (for Windows 2000 users)
•
You may have logged on the computer as a member of the Power Users group or
the Users group. Log on as a member of the Administrators group or follow the
steps bellow:
1. Log on the computer as a member of the Administrators group.
2. Right-click the ( ) icon on the taskbar.
3. Uncheck Auto Run by clicking it.
4. Log on with your account again.
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Troubleshooting
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•
Question: How can I detect the MAC address? (for Wireless LAN)
•
Follow the instructions below:
In Windows 2000
1. Click ( ) icon on the taskbar. Wireless LAN Card Utility for Windows dialog
box appears.
2. See the MAC Address in Card Information section of Card Status tab.
In Windows XP Professional
1. Click start – All Programs – Accessories – Command Prompt.
2. Type ipconfig/all; then, press Enter. The information about IP appears.
3. See the numbers of Physical Address in Ethernet adapter Wireless Network
Connection section.
4. Type exit; then, press Enter.
Trouble with Peripherals
Question: Why don't peripheral devices function?
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Confirm they are correctly connected to your computer.
Confirm they are Windows 2000 or XP Professional compliant.
Confirm drivers necessary for the devices are installed.
Troubleshooting
There may not be a free IRQ (Interrupt). Free up an IRQ from a built-in device
(Windows 2000 only).
Question: Why can't I print?
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Make sure the printer is turned on.
Check whether the computer and the printer are connected correctly.
Check whether the printer is ready to print.
Check whether the printer has enough paper.
Check whether the printer driver is installed.
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From the Start menu, select Settings - Printers to confirm your printer is installed
there. If not, double-click Add Printer to install your printer (Windows 2000).
From the start menu, select Printers and Faxes to confirm your printer is installed
there. If not, click Add a printer of Printer Tasks to install your printer (Windows
XP Professional).
See also the Windows Help.
Question: Why don't peripheral devices function correctly?
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Set System standby and System hibernates to Never in Power Options Properties
dialog box. If this does not work, set Turn off hard disks to Never.
Confirm they are Windows 2000 or Windows XP Professional compliant.
Confirm drivers necessary for the devices are installed.
There may not be a free IRQ (Interrupt). Free up an IRQ from a built-in device
(Windows 2000 only).
Other Troubles
Question: Why is the battery pack discharged so quickly?
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Initialize the battery pack.
Question: Why is the date and/or time incorrect?
Correct the date and time in Windows. Double-click the time appearing on the
taskbar and set them in Date/Time Properties(Windows 2000) or Date and Time
Properties(Windows XP Professional) dialog box.
Question: Why can't I use a hardware device?
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Make sure the hardware device is not crossed out with an X mark using the
following procedure.
(Windows 2000)
1. From the Start menu, select Settings – Control Panel.
2. Double-click System icon.
3. Click Hardware tab; then, Device Manager….
4. Double-click the device you cannot use.
5. Confirm Use this device (enable) appears in Device usage.
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Troubleshooting
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(Windows XP Professional)
1. Click start– Control Panel.
2. Click Performance and Maintenance; then, System. If Category view is
selected, double-click System icon.
3. Click Hardware tab; then, Device Manager.
4. Double-click the device you cannot use.
5. Confirm Use this device (enable) appears in Device usage.
Question: Why can't I produce sound?
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Turn the volume control backward on the left side of the computer to increase the
output volume.
Double-click the speaker symbol on the taskbar and check the Windows volume.
Question: Why can't I turn off the computer?
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Follow the instructions on Why doesn't the keyboard or the glide pad function?
Question: Why the computer is so hot?
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When charging the battery pack, its surrounding area or the front of the keyboard
may become hot, but this is not a problem.
Question: Why can’t I record the sound from the microphone?
Troubleshooting
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Follow the instructions below:
1. Click start– Control Panel.
2. Double-click the speaker icon on the taskbar.
3. Click Options and select Properties.
4. Select Recording in Adjust volume for; then click OK.
5. Confirm Select is checked in Microphone of Recording Control dialog box.
6. Close Recording Control dialog box.
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Index
AC adapter
connecting, 1-2
using, 2-2
Account
creating, 2-20
switching, 2-20
Antennas, 5-9
Audio
controlling output volume, 2-15
connecting audio equipment, 4-8, 4-9
connecting headphone, 4-9
connecting microphone, 4-10
connecting speakers, 4-7
Backup battery, A-6
Battery pack
changing, 3-4
charging, 3-2
checking level, 3-2
conditioning, 3-4
indicator, 2-1 3-3
low battery indication, 3-3
Cleaning
computer, A-9
CD
handling, 2-7
inserting, 2-8
removing, 2-9
troubleshooting, T-5
CD-R/RW, 2-10
Display
changing brightness, 2-19
changing resolution, 2-17
changing number of colors, 2-17
switching the display, 2-6, 4-7
troubleshooting, T-3
turning off, 2-6
DVD-ROM
parental control, 2-12
playing, 2-13
region code, 2-11
troubleshooting, T-5
External monitor
connecting, 4-6
displaying on, 4-6
switching the display, 2-6, 4-7
Floppy disk
handling, 4-3
inserting, 4-4
removing, 4-4
formatting, 4-5
troubleshooting, T-4
Floppy disk drive
troubleshooting, T-4
Index
Glide pad
changing configuration, 2-5
clicking and double-clicking, 2-5
drag and drop, 2-5
scroll, 2-5
troubleshooting, T-4
Index-1
H
Hard disk drive
troubleshooting, T-5
IEEE 1394 device, 4-16
Indicators
power, 2-1
battery status, 2-1
wireless LAN status, 5-9
status, xvii
Keyboard
function keys, 2-6
special keys, 2-6
troubleshooting, T-4
windows key, 2-6
LAN
connecting to wired network, 5-6
troubleshooting, T-6
Index
Memory module
installing, A-1
uninstalling, A-4
Modem
configuring, 5-3
connecting to telephone line, 5-2
troubleshooting, T-6
Optical drive
troubleshooting, T-5
Passwords
changing, 2-23, 6-6
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deleting, 2-24, 6-6
setting, 2-22, 6-5
PC cards
inserting, 4-12
ejecting, 4-13
Peripherals
audio equipment, 4-7
connecting guidelines, 4-1
external monitor, 4-6
headphones, 4-9
IEEE 1394 device, 4-16
microphone, 4-10
PC cards, 4-12
printer, 4-15
television set, 2-13
troubleshooting, T-10
USB device, 4-11
Power
choosing AC or battery, 2-1
indicator, 2-1
Power management
disabling, 3-15
stopping power supply to display, 3-10
stopping power supply to hard disk, 3-10
system hibernate, 3-13
system standby, 3-13
Printer, 4-15
Re-install the system, A-11
Resetting
power switch, 2-3
reset switch, 2-3
Setup utility
advanced menu, 6-4
boot menu, 6-7
entering and exiting, 6-2
exit menu, 6-7
main menu, 6-3
running, 6-1
security menu, 6-5
Security cable, A-9
S/PDIF compliant digital audio,4-8
Specifications, A-16
T
Television set, 2-13
Troubleshooting
common problems, T-1
communications, T-6
display, T-3
floppy disk drive, T-5
hard disk drive, T-4
keyboard or glide pad, T-4
optical drive, T-5
peripherals, T-10
reference, T-1
wired LAN, T-7
wireless LAN, T-7
USB device, 4-11
Wallpaper, 2-19
Weight saver, A-4
Windows 2000
first-time setup, 1-4
properties dialog boxes, 1-5
Windows XP
first-time setup, 1-4
properties dialog boxes, 1-5
Wireless LAN, 5-9
activating, 5-9
communicating, 5-10
connecting to Access Point, 5-10
Index
System standby
about, 3-13
generating conditions, 3-14
resuming from, 3-13
System hibernate
about, 3-13
generating conditions, 3-14
resuming from, 3-13
supporting, 3-13
Status indicators, xvii
Index-3
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