Quanta Computer 802MI3BEG8 Notebook Computer User Manual 2

Quanta Computer Inc Notebook Computer 2

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EG8L EG8L ST G200 SERIES NOTEBOOK Computer USER’S GUIDE October 2002
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3CONTENTSG200 SERIES NOTEBOOK PC ..................................................................... 1USER’S GUIDE ............................................................................................. 1NOTICE........................................................................................................... 2TAKING CARE OF YOUR NOTEBOOK PC ................................................... 51 BEFORE YOU START .............................................................................. 91-1 Making sure you have everything .................................................. 91-2 Finding where everything is located ............................................ 102 GETTING STARTED ............................................................................... 172-1 Power Sources............................................................................... 172-2 Display Panel ................................................................................. 202-3 Starting Your Notebook PC ........................................................... 222-4 Status Display Indicators .............................................................. 242-5 Using the Keyboard ....................................................................... 272-6 Volume Control .............................................................................. 292-7 Power Management ....................................................................... 303 USING YOUR NOTEBOOK PC .............................................................. 333-1 Touchpad Pointing Device ............................................................ 333-2 Internal Floppy Disk Drive ............................................................. 353-3 Optical Drive ................................................................................... 373-4 PC Cards ........................................................................................ 433-5 Memory Upgrade Module .............................................................. 453-6 Device Ports ................................................................................... 494 TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................ 554-1 Identifying the Problem ................................................................. 55
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5TAKING CARE OF YOURNOTEBOOK PCTo prevent possible overheating of the computer’sprocessor, make sure you don’t block the open-ings provided for ventilation.DO NOT place or drop objects on the computerand DO NOT apply heavy pressure on it.DO NOT subject the computer to magnetic fields.DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work sur-faces.DO NOT press or touch the display panel.DO NOT use your notebook computer under harshconditions.
6DO NOT place near fire or other sources of heat. DO NOT tamper with the batteries. Keep them awayfrom children.DO NOT expose to direct sunlight. DO NOT use or store in extreme temperatures.Avoid sudden changes in temperature or humidityby keeping it away fromA/C and heating vents.DO NOT expose the computer to rain or moisture.
7DO NOT expose to dust and/or corrosive chemi-cals.DO NOT slam your notebook shut and never pickup or hold your notebook by the display.DO NOT spray water or any other cleaning fluidsdirectly on the display.If you are traveling with your computer, rememberto carry it as hand luggage. Do not check it in asbaggage.
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91 BEFORE YOU START1-1 Making sure you have everythingWhen you receive your notebook PC, unpack it carefully, and check to make sure youhave all the items listed below. For a pre-configured model you should have the following:• Notebook Computer• Lithium ion battery, pre-installed• AC adapter with AC power cord• Phone/Modem (RJ-11) telephone cable• Driver and Applications CD• Getting Started Guide• User Guide (this document)Depending upon the configuration of your notebook, you may have also received thefollowing items:• DVD Application CD• CD-RW Application CD• DVD / CD-RW Combo Application CDOnce you have checked and confirmed that your notebook system is complete, readthrough the following pages to learn about all of your notebook components.
101. BEFORE YOU START1-2 Finding where everything is located1-2-1 OPENING THE DISPLAY PANEL1. Slide the latch located at the top of the display panel to the right. This releases thelocking mechanism and raises the display slightly.2. Lift the display backwards, being careful not to touch the screen, until it is at acomfortable viewing angle.1-2-2 TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTSThe following is a brief description of your notebook’s top and front components.Suspend/Resume/PowerOnButtonScrollButtonTouchPadPointingDeviceStereoSpeakerStereoSpeakerBatteryIndicatorPowerIndicatorStatusDisplayIndicatorApplicationPanelKeyboardDisplayPanelDisplayPanelLatch
111. BEFORE YOU STARTDisplay Panel LatchThe display panel latch locks and releases the display panel.Display PanelThe display panel is a color LCD panel with back lighting for the display of text andgraphics. (See 2-2 Display Panel for more information.)Application PanelThe Application Panel allows you to either launch your favorite applications or to use asan optical drive when your unit is on.Status Display IndicatorsThe Status display indicator lights correspond to specific components of your notebook.(See suspend notebook activity without powering off, resume your notebook fromsuspend mode, and power on your notebook when it has been shut down from Win-dows. (See Suspend/Resume/Power On Button in 2-3-1 Power On for moreinformation.)Stereo SpeakersThe built-in dual speakers allow for stereo sound.KeyboardA full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows keys. (See 2-5 Using the Keyboardfor more information.)Touchpad Pointing DeviceThe Touchpad pointing device is a mouse-like cursor control with three buttons (left,right, and scroll buttons). (See 3-1 Touchpad Pointing Device for more informa-tion.)Power/Battery IndicatorsThe power and battery LEDs on the front of the unit allow you to monitor power andbattery status while the system is closed.
121. BEFORE YOU START1-2-3 LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTSThe following is a brief description of your notebook’s left-side components.Anti-theft Lock SlotThe anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach an optional physical lock-down device.Modem (RJ-11) Telephone JackThe Modem (RJ-11) telephone jack is used to attach a telephone line to the internal56K modem. (See 3-6-1 Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack for more information.)Microphone JackThe microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone. (See 3-6-9Microphone Jack for more information.)PC Card SlotThe PC Card Slot allows you to install one Type II or Type III PC Card. (See 3-4 PCCards for more information.)Internal Floppy Disk DriveA standard floppy disk drive to accommodate 3.5” floppy disks. (See 3-2 InternalFloppy Disk Drive for more information.)Headphone JackThe headphone jack allows you to connect headphones or external speakers withamplifier. (See 3-6-13 Headphone Jack for more information.)LAN Jack (RJ-45)The LAN jack is designed support a 10 Base-T or 100 Base-TX standard RJ-45 plug.(See 3-6-2 Internal LAN (RJ-45) Jack for more information.)Anti-TheftLock SlotModemPort(RJ-11)LAN Port(RJ-45)Internal FloppyDisk DriveFloppy DiskEject ButtonMicrophoneJackHeadphoneJackPC CardSlotPC CardEject Button
131. BEFORE YOU START1-2-4 RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTSThe following is a brief description of your notebook’s right-side components.Lithium ion Battery BayThe internal battery pack can be removed for installation of a fully charged battery pack.(See 2-1-3 Replacing the Battery for more information.)Optical DriveThe optical drive allows you to play back a media disc. (See 3-3 Optical Drive formore information.)Optical Drive Eject ButtonThe Optical Drive Eject Button allows you to open the optical drive tray to remove orinstall a DVD, CD-R, or CD-ROM. (See 3-3 Optical Drive for more information.)Emergency Optical Drive Tray ReleaseThe Emergency Optical Drive Tray Release allows you to open the optical drive traywithout powering on your notebook.LithiumionBatteryBayOpticalDriveOpticalDriveEjectButtonEmergencyOpticalDriveTrayRelease
141. BEFORE YOU START1-2-5 BACK PANEL COMPONENTSThe following is a brief description of your notebook’s back panel components.Infrared PortThe fast IrDA compatible port allows you to communicate wirelessly with anotherIrDA-compatible infrared device without a cable.DC Power JackThe DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC adapter or the optional Auto/Airlineadapter to power your notebook and charge the internal Lithium ion battery.PS/2 PortThe PS/2 port allows you to connect an external PS/2 keyboard, mouse or numerickeypad. (See 3-6-8 PS/2 Port for more information.)IEEE 1394 PortThe 1394 port is used to connect between your and a peripheral such as a digital videocamera. (See 3-6-3 IEEE 1394 Port for more information.)USB PortsThe two USB ports allow you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices. (See 3-6-4Universal Serial Bus Ports for more information.)Serial PortThe serial port allows you to connect serial (RS-232C) devices. (This is also sometimesreferred to as a COM port.) (See 3-6-6 Serial Port for more information.)InfraredPortPS/2PortUSBPortsExternalMonitorPortSerialPortDCPowerJackParallelPortIEEE1394Port
151. BEFORE YOU STARTExternal Monitor PortThe external monitor port allows you to connect an external monitor. (See 3-6-14External Monitor Port for more information.)Parallel PortThe parallel port allows you to connect parallel devices, such as a printer. (This is alsosometimes referred to as an LPT port.) (See 3-6-5 Parallel Port for more information.)1-2-6 BOTTOM COMPONENTSThe following is a brief description of your notebook’s bottom panel components.Main Unit and Configuration LabelThe configuration label shows the model number and other information about yournotebook. In addition, the configuration portion of the label has the serial number andmanufacturer information that you will need to give your support representative. Itidentifies the exact version of various components of your notebook.Main Unit andConfiguration LabelMemoryCompartmentHard Disk Drive BayLithium ionBattery Bay
161. BEFORE YOU STARTLithium ion Battery BayThe battery bay contains the internal Lithium ion battery. It can be opened for theremoval of the battery when stored over a long period of time or for swapping a dis-charged battery with a charged Lithium ion battery. (See 2-1-3 Replacing the Batteryfor more information.)Memory CompartmentThe memory compartment contains the system RAM. The RAM can be expandedaccording to the information contained in 3-5 Memory Upgrade Module.
172 GETTING STARTED2-1 Power SourcesYour notebook PC has two possible power sources: a primary Lithium ion battery or anAC adapter.2-1-1 CONNECTING THE POWER ADAPTERSThe AC adapter provides power for operating your notebook PC and charging thebatteries.Connecting the AC Adapter1. Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack of your notebook PC.2. Plug the AC adapter into an AC electrical outlet.POINT The Lithium ion battery is not charged upon purchase. Initially,you will need to connect the AC adapter to use your notebookPC.
182. GETTING STARTED2-1-2 RECHARGING THE BATTERYThe Lithium ion battery is recharged internally using the AC adapter. To recharge thebattery make sure the battery that needs to be charged is installed in your notebook PCand connect the AC adapter.There is no memory effect on the Lithium ion battery, therefore you do not need todischarge the battery completely before recharging. The charge times will be significantlylonger if your notebook PC is in use while the battery is charging. If you want to chargethe battery more quickly, put your notebook PC into Suspend mode, or turn it off whilethe adapter is charging the battery. (See 2-7 Power Management for more informationon Suspend mode and shutdown procedure)Low Battery StateWhen the battery is running low, a low battery notification message will appear. If youdo not respond to the low battery message, the battery will continue to discharge until itis too low to operate. When this happens, your notebook PC will go into Suspendmode. There is no guarantee that your data will be saved once the notebook reachesthis point.CAUTION To protect your notebook PC from damage, use only the poweradapter that came with the notebook PC because each poweradapter has its own power output rating.Once your notebook PC goes into Dead Battery Suspend mode you will be unable toresume operation until you provide a source of power either from an adapter, or acharged battery. Once you have provided power, you will need to press the Suspend/Resume button to resume operation. In the Dead Battery Suspend mode, your data canbe maintained for some time, but if a power source is not provided promptly, the Powerindicator will stop flashing and go out, meaning that you have lost the data that was notstored. Once you provide power, you can continue to use your notebook PC while anadapter is charging the battery.Shorted BatteryThe Status Indicator panel uses a symbol inside the battery outline of the Battery Levelindicator to display the operating level available in that battery. If this display shows aShorted Battery, it means that the battery is damaged and must be replaced so it doesnot damage any other parts of your notebook PC.
192. GETTING STARTED2-1-3 REPLACING THE BATTERYWith the purchase of an additional battery, you can have a fully charged spare to swapwith one that is not charged.1. Have a charged battery ready to install.2. Shut down your notebook PC and disconnect the AC adapter.3. Slide the battery release latch while pulling the battery from the bay.4. Remove the battery from the bay.5. Slide the new battery into the bay. The pins will automatically align with the connec-tor.6. Press the battery in until the battery release latch snaps into place.7. Plug in the AC adapter and turn the power on.POINT If the Lithium ion battery connector is not fully seated, you maynot be able to use your notebook PC or charge your battery.BatteryLatch
202. GETTING STARTED2-2 Display PanelYour notebook PC contains a display panel that is backlit for easier viewing in brightenvironments and maintains top resolution through the use of active-matrix technology.2-2-1 OPENING THE DISPLAY PANEL1. Slide the latch located at the top of the display panel to the right. This releases thelocking mechanism and raises the display slightly.2. Lift the display backwards, being careful not to touch the screen, until it is at acomfortable viewing angle.DisplayPanelLatch
212. GETTING STARTED2-2-2 ADJUSTING DISPLAY PANEL BRIGHTNESSOnce you have turned on your notebook PC, you may want to adjust the brightnesslevel of the screen to a more comfortable viewing level. There are two ways to adjustthe brightness, keyboard and power management utility.POINT The higher the brightness level, the more power the notebook PCwill consume and the faster your batteries will discharge. Formaximum battery life, set the brightness to as low a level aspossible.KeyboardAdjusting the brightness using the keyboard changes the setting only temporarily.• [FN+F6]: Pressing repeatedly will lower the brightness of your display.• [FN+F7]: Pressing repeatedly will increase the brightness of the display.POINT If using AC power, your brightness setting is set to its highest levelby default. If using battery power, your brightness settings is set toapproximately mid-level by default.2-2-3 CLOSING THE DISPLAY PANEL1. Holding the edge of your display panel, pull it forward until it is flush with the bodyof your notebook.2. Push down until you hear a click. This will engage the locking mechanism andprevent your display panel from opening unexpectedly.
222. GETTING STARTED2-3 Starting Your Notebook PC2-3-1 POWER ONSuspend/Resume/Power On ButtonThe suspend/resume/power on switch is used to turn on your notebook from its offstate. Once you have connected your AC adapter or charged the internal Lithium ionbattery, you can power on your notebook.POINT When you turn on your notebook be sure you have a powersource. This means that either the battery is installed and charged,or that the AC adapter is connected with AC power.Press the suspend/resume/on button located above the keyboard to turn on yournotebook. If you need to take an extended break, you may either place it in Suspendmode (See 2-7-2 Suspend Mode for more information) or turn it off directly (See 2-7-6 Power Off for more information).CAUTION Do not carry your notebook around with the power on or subjectit to shocks or vibration, as you risk damaging your notebook.When you power on your notebook, it will perform a Power On Self Test (POST) tocheck the internal parts and configuration for correct functionality. If a fault is found,your notebook PC will emit an audio warning and/or an error message will be dis-played. Depending on the nature of the problem, you may be able to continue bystarting the operating system or by entering the BIOS setup utility and revising thesettings.After satisfactory completion of the Power On Self Test (POST), your notebook willload your operating system.CAUTION Never turn off your notebook during the Power On Self Test(POST) or an unrecoverable error may occur.2-3-2 BOOT SEQUENCEThe procedure for starting-up your notebook is termed the Bootup sequence andinvolves your notebook’s BIOS. When your notebook is turned on the for the firsttime, the main system memory is empty, and it needs to find instructions to start up yournotebook. This information is stored in the BIOS program. Each time you power on orrestart your notebook, it goes through a boot sequence which displays a flash screen
232. GETTING STARTEDuntil your operating system is loaded. During booting, your notebook is performing astandard boot sequence including a Power On Self Test (POST). When the bootsequence is completed without a failure and without a request for the BIOS SetupUtility, the system displays the operating system’s opening screen.The boot sequence is executed when:• You turn on the power to your notebook.• You restart your notebook from the Windows Shut Down dialog box.• The software initiates a system restart. Example: When you install a new application.2-3-3 BIOS SETUP UTILITYThe BIOS Setup Utility is a program that sets up the operating environment for yournotebook. Your BIOS is set at the factory for normal operating conditions, thereforethere is no need to set or change the BIOS environment to operate your notebook.The BIOS Setup Utility configures:• Device control feature parameters, such as changing I/O addresses and bootdevices.• System Data Security feature parameters, such as passwords.Entering the BIOS Setup UtilityTo enter the BIOS Setup Utility, do the following:1. Turn on or restart your notebook.2. Press the [F2] key once the flash screen appears on the screen. This will open themain menu of the BIOS Setup Utility with the current settings displayed.3. Press the [RIGHT ARROW] or [LEFT ARROW] key to scroll through the othersetup menus to review or alter the current settings.
242. GETTING STARTED2-4 Status Display IndicatorsThe Status Display Indicator LEDs correspond to specific components of your note-book. These lights (when visible) tell you that those components are operating. Thereare two additional lights on the front edge of the system to indicate battery and powerstates.2-4-1 POWER INDICATORThe Power indicator symbol states whether your system is powered on. It has severaldifferent states, each state indicates your notebook’s operating mode.• Steady On: This means that there is power to your notebook and that it is ready foruse.• Flashing: This means that your notebook is in Suspend mode.• Steady Off (not visible): This means that your system is either in Save-to-Diskmode, or that your notebook has been turned off with the power switch.If you are charging your battery, the Power indicatorsymbol will remain on even if yournotebook is shut off. The Power indicator symbol will also remain on if you have eitheradapter connected and are shut down from Windows, but have not turned off the powerswitch.A 1BatteryIndicatorPowerIndicatorNumLk ScrLkCapLkFloppyDriveAccessHardDriveAccessOpticalDriveAccessS
252. GETTING STARTED2-4-2 BATTERY INDICATORThe Battery indicator tells you whether the primary Lithium ion battery is charging orfully charged.POINT If there is no battery activity, the power adapters are notconnected, or the power switch is Off, the Battery indicator willalso be off.CAUTION Batteries subjected to shocks, vibration or extreme temperaturescan be permanently damaged.2-4-3 OPTICAL DRIVE ACCESS INDICATORThe Optical Drive Access indicator tells you that the optical drive drive is being ac-cessed. If the Auto Insert Notification function is active, the indicator will flash periodi-cally when your system is checking the optical drive drive. If the Auto Insert Notificationfunction is not active, the indicator will only flash when you access the optical drivedrive. The default setting is the Auto Insert Notification function active. (See 3-3-8 AutoInsert Notification Function for more information.)2-4-4 HARD DRIVE ACCESS INDICATORThe Hard Drive Access indicator states whether your internal hard drive is being ac-cessed.2-4-5 FLOPPY DRIVE ACCESS INDICATORThe Floppy Drive Access indicator states whether the internal floppy disk drive is beingaccessed. This indicator will flash if your software tries to access a disk even if no floppydisk drive is installed. (See 3-2 Internal Floppy Disk Drive for more information.)2-4-6 NUMLK INDICATORThe NumLk indicator states that the internal keyboard is set in ten-key numeric keypadmode.POINT If you are using the optional external numerical keypad, pressingthe [NumLk] key will activate the external keypad. The indicatorwill come on, however it will not change any of the functionality ofyour keyboard keys.
262. GETTING STARTED2-4-7 CAPSLOCK INDICATORThe CapsLock indicator states that your keyboard is set to type in all capital letters.2-4-8 SCRLK INDICATORThe ScrLk indicator states that your scroll lock is active.S
272. GETTING STARTED2-5 Using the KeyboardYour notebook has an integral 87-key keyboard. The keys perform all the standardfunctions of a 101-key keyboard, including the Windows keys and other special func-tion keys. This section describes the following keys.• Numeric keypad• Cursor keys• Function keys• Windows keys2-5-1 NUMERIC KEYPADCertain keys on the keyboard perform dual functions as both standard character keysand numeric keypad keys. NumLk can be activated by pressing the [NumLk] keys.Turning off the NumLk feature is done the same way. Once this feature is activated youcan enter numerals 0 through 9, perform addition ( + ), subtraction ( - ), multiplication (* ), or division ( / ), and enter decimal points ( . ) using the keys designated as ten-keyfunction keys. The keys in the numeric keypad are marked on the front edge of the keyto indicate their secondary functions.POINT If you are using the optional external numerical keypad, pressingthe [NumLk] key will activate the external keypad. The indicatorwill come on, however it will not change any of the functionality ofyour keyboard keys.FnKey CursorKeysApplicationKeysNumericKeypadFunctionKeysStartKey
282. GETTING STARTED2-5-2 WINDOWS KEYSYour notebook has three Windows keys, consisting of two Start keys and an Applica-tion key. The two Start keys display the Start menu. This button functions the same asyour on-screen Start menu button. The Application key functions the same as your rightmouse button and displays shortcut menus for the selected item. (Please refer to yourWindows documentation for additional information regarding the Windows keys.)2-5-3 CURSOR KEYSThe cursor keys are the four arrow keys on the keyboard which allow you to move thecursor up, down, left and right in applications. In programs such as Windows Explorer,it moves the “focus” (selects the next item up, down, left, or right).2-5-4 FUNCTION KEYSYour notebook PC has 12 function keys, F1 through F12. The functions assigned tothese keys differ for each application. You should refer to your software documentationto find out how these keys are used.The [FN] key provides extended functions for the notebook and is always used inconjunction with another key.• [FN+F3]: Pressing [F3] while holding [FN] will toggle the Audio Mute on and off.• [FN+F5]: Pressing [F5] while holding [FN] allows you to toggle between videocompensation and no compensation. (Video compensation controls spacing on thedisplay. When it is enabled, displays with less than 800 x 600 pixel resolution willstill cover the entire screen.)• [FN+F6]: Pressing [F6] repeatedly while holding [FN] will lower the brightness ofyour display.• [FN+F7]: Pressing [F7] repeatedly while holding [FN] will increase the brightnessof the display.• [FN+F8]: Pressing [F8] repeatedly while holding [FN] will decrease the volume ofyour notebook PC.• [FN+F9]: Pressing [F9] repeatedly while holding [FN] will increase the volume ofyour notebook PC.• [FN+F10]: Pressing [F10] while holding [FN] allows you to change your selectionof where to send your display video. Each time you press the combination of keysyou will step to the next choice. The choices, in order, are: built-in display panelonly, both built-in display panel and external monitor, or external monitor only.
292. GETTING STARTED2-6 Volume ControlYour notebook has multiple volumecontrols which interact with each other.POINT Any software that contains audio files will also contain a volumecontrol of its own. If you install an external audio device that hasan independent volume control, the hardware volume control andthe software volume control will interact with each other. It shouldbe noted that if you set your software volume to Off, you willoverride the external volume control setting.2-6-1 CONTROLLING THE VOLUME• The volume can be controlled in several different ways:• Volume can be set from within the Volume Control on the Taskbar.• Volume can be controlled with the [F8] and [F9] functions keys. Pressing [F8]repeatedly while holding [Fn] will decrease the volume of your notebook. Pressing[F9] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will increase the volume of your notebook.• Volume can be controlled by many volume controls that are set within individualapplications.• Certain external audio devices you might connect to your system may have hard-ware volume controls. Each source discussed above puts an upper limit on thevolume level that must then be followed by the other sources.We recommend that you experiment with the various volume controls to discover theoptimal sound level.
302. GETTING STARTED2-7 Power ManagementYour notebook has many options and features for conserving battery power. Some ofthese features are automatic and need no user intervention. However, others depend onthe parameters you set to best suit your operating conditions.2-7-1 SUSPEND/RESUME/POWER ON BUTTONWhen your notebook is active, the Suspend/ Resume/Power On button can be used tomanually put your notebook into Suspend mode. Push the Suspend/Resume/Power Onbutton when your notebook is active, but not actively accessing anything, and immedi-ately release the button. You will hear two short beeps and your system will enterSuspend mode.If your notebook is suspended, pushing the Suspend/Resume/Power On button willreturn your notebook to active operation. You can tell whether or not your system is inSuspend mode by looking at the Power icon on the Status LCD Panel. (See 2-4 StatusDisplay Indicators for more information.)If the indicator is visible and not flashing, your notebook is fully operational. If theindicator is both visible and flashing, your notebook is in Suspend mode. If the indicatoris not visible at all, the power is off or your notebook is in Hibernation (Save-to-Disk)mode. (See 2-7-3 Hibernation Feature)2-7-2 SUSPEND MODESuspend or Standby mode saves the contents of your notebook’s system memoryduring periods of inactivity by maintaining power to critical parts. This mode will turn offthe CPU, the display, the hard drive, and all of the other internal components exceptthose necessary to maintain system memory and allow for restarting. Your notebook canbe put in Suspend mode by:• Pressing the Suspend/Resume /Power On button when your system is turned on.• Selecting Standby from the Windows Shut Down menu.• Timing out from lack of activity.• Allowing the battery to reach the Dead Battery Warning condition.Your notebook’s system memory typically stores the files on which you are working,opens applications information, and any other data required to support the operations in
312. GETTING STARTEDprogress. When you resume operation from Suspend mode, your notebook will returnto the point where it left off. You must use the Suspend/Resume/Power On button toresume operation, and there must be an adequate power source available, or yournotebook will not resume.2-7-3 HIBERNATION (SAVE-TO-DISK) FEATUREThe Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) feature saves the contents of your notebook’s systemmemory to the hard drive as a part of the Suspend/Resume mode. You can enable ordisable this feature.Enable or Disable the Hibernation FeatureThe default settings are not enabled for Windows 98 Second Edition or Windows 2000Professional; Hibernation is the default setting for Windows XP. To enable or disable theHibernation feature, follow these steps:1. From the Start menu, select Settings, and then select Control Panel.2. From the Control Panel, select Power Options.3. Select the Hibernation tab. Select the box to enable or disable this feature.Using the Hibernation Feature1. From the Start menu, select Settings, then select Control Panel.2. From the Control Panel, select Power Options.3. Select the Advanced tab. Select Hibernate from the pull down menu for Powerbuttons.CAUTION The Suspend or Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) mode should not beused with certain PC Cards. Check your PC Card documentationfor more information.2-7-4 STANDBY MODEStandby mode is one of the power management parameters. When Standby mode isactivated, your notebook shuts off the display and turns off the hard drive when there isno activity (keystroke, pointer action, sound generation, video display change, modemtransmission or reception, etc.) on your notebook for the user-selected Standby time-out period. Any activity will cause your notebook to return to normal operation auto-matically. This feature is independent of the Suspend/Resume/Power On button.
322. GETTING STARTED2-7-5 DISPLAY TIMEOUTThe Video Timeout is one of the power management parameters. This feature savespower by turning off the display if there is no keyboard or pointer activity for the userselected timeout period. Any keyboard or pointer activity will cause the display torestart automatically.2-7-6 POWER OFFBefore turning off the power by choosing Shut Down from Windows, check that theHard Drive, optical drive drive, PC Card and Floppy Disk Drive Access indicators areall Off. If you turn off the power while accessing a disk or PC Card, there is a risk ofdata loss. To ensure that your notebook shuts down without error, use the Windowsshut down procedure.CAUTION Turning off your notebook without exiting Windows or turning onyour notebook within 10 seconds of the notebook being shut offmay cause an error when you start the next time.
333-1 Touchpad Pointing DeviceThe Touchpad pointing device comes built into your notebook PC. It is used to controlthe movement of the pointer to select items on your display panel. The Touchpad iscomposed of a cursor control, a left and right button, and a scrolling button. The cursorcontrol works the same way a mouse does, and moves the cursor around the display. Itonly requires light pressure with the tip of your finger. The left and right buttons functionthe same as mouse buttons. The actual functionality of the buttons may vary dependingon the application that is being used. The scrolling button allows you to navigate quicklythrough pages, without having to use the scroll bars.3 USING YOUR NOTEBOOK PCTouchpadLeftButtonRightButtonScrollButton
343. Using Your Notebook PC3-1-1 CLICKINGClicking means pushing and releasing a button. To left-click, move the cursor to the itemyou wish to select, press the left button once, and then immediately release it. To right-click, move the mouse cursor to the item you wish to select, press the right button once,and then immediately release it. You also have the option to perform the clicking opera-tion by tapping lightly on the Touchpad once.3-1-2 DOUBLE-CLICKINGDouble-clicking means pushing and releasing the left button twice in rapid succession.This procedure does not function with the right button. To double-click, move thecursor to the item you wish to select, press the left button twice, and then immediatelyrelease it. You also have the option to perform the double-click operation by tappinglightly on the Touchpad twice.POINTS If the interval between clicks is too long, the double-click will notbe executed.Parameters for the Touchpad can be adjusted from the MouseProperties dialog box located in the Windows Control Panel.Clicking DraggingDouble-clicking Scrolling
353. Using Your Notebook PC3-2 Internal Floppy Disk DriveYour notebook PC has an internal floppy disk drive which can read and write informa-tion on removable 1.44MB and 720KB floppy disks.3-2-1 LOADING A DISKTo load a disk into your disk drive, follow these easy steps:1. Position the disk so that its label is facing upwards and the shutter side is pointingtowards the drive.2. Push the disk into the drive until the Eject button pops out and you hear a click.POINT When there is no disk in the drive, the Eject button is flush withyour notebook PC.3-1-3 DRAGGINGDragging means pressing and holding the left button, while moving the cursor. To drag,move the cursor to the item you wish to move. Press and hold the left button whilemoving the item to its new location and then release it. Dragging can also be done usingthe Touchpad. First, tap the Touchpad twice over the item you wish to move makingsure to leave your finger on the pad after the final tap. Next, move the object to its newlocation by moving your finger across the Touchpad, and then release your finger.Using the Scrolling button allows you to navigate through a document quickly withoutusing the window’s scroll bars. This is particularly useful when you are navigatingthrough on-line pages. To use the Scrolling button, press the top or bottom of the button
363. Using Your Notebook PC3-2-2 EJECTING A DISKTo eject a disk from the disk drive, follow these easy steps:1. Check that the Floppy Disk Drive Access indicator is inactive.2. Press the Eject button. This will push your disk partially out of the drive.3. Remove the disk.CAUTION If you eject the disk while the Floppy Disk Drive Access indicatoris active, there is a risk of damaging the data on the disk, the diskitself or even the disk drive.3-2-3 PREPARING A DISK FOR USEBefore you can use a new disk, it needs to be prepared so your notebook PC knowswhere to store information. This preparation is called formatting or initializing a disk.You will need to format new disks, unless they are preformatted. (Please refer to youroperating system manual for step-by-step instructions on formatting a disk.)To prevent accidental erasure of the data stored on a disk, slide the “write protect” tabuntil a small hole is exposed. This sets the disk into a protected state where nothing canbe added or removed. If you want to add or remove data on a protected disk, slide the“write protect” tab to close the small hole.CAUTION Formatting a floppy disk that already contains data will erase allof the information on the disk.
373. Using Your Notebook PC3-3 Optical DriveDepending upon the configuration of your notebook PC, you may have one of thefollowing drives:• CD-ROM• DVD• DVD/CD-RW comboA CD-ROM drive allows you to access software, data, or audio CDs. A DVD playergives you access to movie, software, data, and audio DVD/CDs. A CD-RW playerallows you to access software, data, or audio CDs, and to write data onto recordableCDs.3-3-1 OPTICAL DRIVE SOFTWAREDVD Model only: With the optical drive drive and Optical Drive software you can playDVD movies on your notebook PC. The optical drive includes controls which allowyou to take full advantage of the features of a DVD movie, as well as standard featuressuch as fast forward, fast reverse, pause, etc.DVD/CD-RW Model only: In addition to the DVD capabilities noted above, with thisoptical drive drive, you can read audio CDs, and write data onto a recordable CD-R orCD-RW disc. In addition to the Optical Drive software, you also receive software forburning CDs. If you should need to install your Optical Drive software, refer to theapplicable readme file on the Driver Applications CD-ROM.CAUTIONS Do not operate your optical drive drive unless your notebook PCis sitting on a flat surface. Using a drive when the system is notlevel may damage the drive or prevent proper operation.Prolonged use of the optical drive drive, such as watching a DVDmovie, will substantially reduce the battery life if no other powersource is attached.POINTS You should periodically check updated drivers.The DVD player is set to play DVD titles with region codenumber 1 which is specified for the North American market. Theregion number is a regional restriction code defined by the DVDForum acting on the requirements of Hollywood. Different regioncodes are recorded on video DVD titles for publication in
383. Using Your Notebook PCdifferent areas of the world. If the regional code of the DVDplayer does not match the regional codes on the titles, thenplayback is impossible.3-3-2 LOADING A CD, DVD, CD-R, OR CD-RWTo load a disc into your optical drive drive, follow these steps:1. Push and release the eject button on the front of the optical drive drive to open theholder tray. The tray will come out of the notebook PC a short distance.2. Gently pull the tray out until a media disc can easily be placed in the tray.3. Place the media into the tray, label side up, with the hole in the center of the disc.Snap the disc onto the raised circle in the center of the tray.4. Gently push the holder tray back in until you hear a click.CAUTION There may be a protective sheet in the tray from when it wasshipped; please make sure it is removed before operating thedrive.POINT If you have disabled the Auto Insert Notification Function, youwill have to start the drive from your desktop, since yournotebook PC will not automatically recognize that media has beenloaded.
393. Using Your Notebook PC3-3-3 REMOVING MEDIA1. Push and release the eject button on the front of the optical drive drive. This willstop the drive and the holder tray will come out of the notebook PC a short dis-tance.2. Gently pull the tray out until the disc can easily be removed from the tray.3. Carefully remove the media disc from the holder tray.4. Gently push the holder tray back in until you hear a click.3-3-4 EMERGENCY TRAY RELEASEIn the event the media tray does not open after pressing the Optical Drive Eject button,it may be necessary to use the emergency tray release button.3-3-5 USING THE OPTICAL DRIVE SOFTWAREPOINT Depending upon its configuration, your system may not have theoptical drive software pre-installed. If it is not installed, referencethe documentation that accompanies the media application.Starting a DVD Movie (DVD Models only)1. Insert the DVD movie into the optical drive drive of your notebook PC. If the CDAutoRun feature activates, skip Step 2.2. From the Start menu, select Programs, then locate the DVD player software thatyou installed from the application CD that accompanied your notebook PC.3. Click OK to close the About DVD Player Performance dialog box, and the moviewill begin.Opening the Optical Drive Control PanelWith most DVD-ROMs, you have the option of altering how the movie should play andwhat you wish to view. You can do this by using the Optical Drive control panel and themouse.1. Right-click on the movie screen to open a dropdown menu for options.2. Select View, then Player for all the controls available. This will open the controlpanel into the bottom ofthe screen.
403. Using Your Notebook PC3-3-6 USING DOLBY™ HEADPHONEThe Dolby Headphone utility lets you enjoy multi-channel sound sources, such as DVDmovies, with realistic surround sound using your conventional stereo headphones. TheDolby Headphone is a utility that is available in the DVD player software.POINTS Media discs which do not have the Dolby Surround 5:1 symbolwill not support Dolby Headphone.After making changes to the Dolby Headphone feature andclicking OK, wait at least ten seconds before making anotherchange in order to allow the system to stabilize.To use the Dolby Headphone feature, perform the following steps:1. Double click the DVD player application icon on your desktop.2. On the toolbar that appears, click the Properties button (the fourth button from theleft, with the image of a wrench).3. On the Properties window, select the Dolby Headphone tab.4. To enable Dolby Headphone, check the Enable Dolby Headphone box. Tochange the type of surround sound, select one of the radio buttons listed underRoom Filter Setting.5. Click OK. The Dolby Headphone feature will now be enabled until you disable itby unchecking Enable Dolby Headphone.3-3-6 USING THE OPTICAL DRIVE ON BATTERY POWERSince optical drive drives consume a lot of power, your overall battery life will besignificantly shorter when operating the optical drive drive continuously (such as watch-ing a DVD movie) than during standard operation. Many movies run-times are longerthan your notebook PC can support on a single charged battery. If you are watching aDVD movie on battery power you may need to swap in an additional, charged batteryor attach AC power during the movie to view it in its entirety.CAUTION Prolonged use of the optical drive drive, such as watching a DVDmovie, will substantially reduce your notebook PC’s battery life.Many movie run-times are longer than your system can supporton a single battery. If you are watching a DVD movie on batterypower you may need to swap in an additional, charged battery orattach AC power during the movie to view it in its entirety.
413. Using Your Notebook PCPOINT An additional fully-charged battery is highly recommended if youwill be watching DVD movies on battery power.To Watch a Movie on Battery Power:1. Have an additional fully-charged battery or your AC adapter ready for use.2. Start watching your DVD movie.3. When the low battery warning occurs, immediately stop the movie and exit theoptical drive.CAUTION If you do not stop the optical drive quickly and the notebook PCattempts to auto-suspend (critical battery low state) the notebookPC will shut down improperly. If this occurs, you will need toperform a hard reset and follow the instruction, if any, presentedto you before the system will reboot.4. Manually place your notebook PC into suspend mode by depressing the Suspendbutton and replace the discharged battery with an addi-tional full-charged battery.Or, if you do not have an additional battery, you may attach AC power as soon asyou see the low battery warning.5. Resume your notebook PC by pressing the Suspend button again. This step is notrequired if you attached AC power without entering suspend mode.6. Restart your optical drive, locate and skip to the chapter of the movie you were lastwatching.7. Continue watching your DVD movie.POINT Some shorter DVD movies may not require you to swap batteriesor attach AC power to complete them. However, it is best to beprepared since actual battery life while operating the optical drivedrive cannot be guaranteed.
423. Using Your Notebook PC3-3-8 AUTO INSERT NOTIFICATION FUNCTIONThe Auto Insert Notification function allows your notebook PC to automatically start aDVD/CD as soon as it is inserted in the optical drive drive and the tray is closed. Yournotebook PC will begin playing an audio DVD/CD or will start an application if theDVD/CD includes an auto run file.Disabling Auto Insert Notification FunctionTo disable the Auto Insert Notification function, follow these easy steps:1. Save all data and close all open applications.2. From the Start menu, select Settings, and then select Control Panel.3. Double-click the System icon. This will open the System Properties dialog box.4. Select the Device Manager tab to display the device lists for your notebook PC.5. Click on the + to the left of the CD player drive icon. The treeview will expand toshow the optical drive drive manufacturer’s name and model number.6. Double-click on the optical drive drive manufacturer’s name and model number.This will open the optical drive drive manufacturer’s name and model numberdialog box.7. Select the Settings tab and then remove the check mark in the Auto Insert Notifi-cation box to turn it off.8. Click OK.9. Click Close in the System Properties dialog box, then click Ye s in the SystemSettings Change pop-up window when it asks you to restart your machine andactivate this change.The Auto Insert Notification function can be re-activated by repeating this process andplacing a check mark in the Auto Insert Notification box to turn it back on.
433. Using Your Notebook PC3-4 PC CardsYour notebook PC supports Type I, Type II and Type III PC Cards, which can per-form a variety of functions depending on which type of PC Card you install. You caninstall one PC Card at a time in your notebook PC.• Some available PC Cards:• Fax/data modem cards (Type II).• Local area network (LAN) cards (Type II).• IDE solid-state disk cards (Type II).• SCSI cards (Type II).• Wireless LAN (802.11b) cards (Type II)• Hard Drive (ATA) cards (Type III).• Other PC Cards that conform to PCMCIA 2.1 or CardBus standards.For further information, refer to the instructions supplied with your PC Card.3-4-1 INSTALLING PC CARDSPC Cards are installed in the PC Card slot. To install a PC Card(s), follow these easysteps:WARNING Installing or removing a PC Card(s) during your notebook PC’sshutdown or bootup process may damage the card and/or yournotebook PC.Do not insert a PC Card into a slot if there is water or any othersubstance on the card as you may permanently damage the card,your notebook PC, or both.POINT You may be required to log on as an Administrator or a memberof the Administrator’s Group to complete this procedure. If yourcomputer is connected to a network, network policy settings may
443. Using Your Notebook PCalso prevent you from completing this procedure.1. See your PC Card manual for specific instructions on the installation of your card.Some PC Cards may require your notebook PC to be Off while installing them.2. Make sure there is no PC Card currently in the slot. If there is, see 3-4-2 Remov-ing PC Cards.3. If either of the eject buttons is extended, press it in until it clicks.4. Insert your PC Card into the slot with the product label facing up.5. Push the card firmly into the slot until it is seated in the connector.3-4-2 REMOVING PC CARDSTo remove a PC Card(s), follow these easy steps:1. See your PC Card manual for specific instructions on removing your card. SomePC Cards may require your notebook PC to be in Suspend Mode or Off whileremoving them.CAUTION Windows has a shutdown procedure for PC Cards that must befollowed before removing a card. (Please review your operatingsystem manual for the correct procedure.)POINT If the dialog box states that the device cannot be removed, youmust save all of your open files, close any open applications andshut down your notebook. Once your notebook PC has beenshut down, you must turn Off the power using the power switch.2. Unlock the PC Card from the slot by first pressing the eject button associated withthe slot in which the card is located. When pressed, the button will pop out.3. Firmly press the button again until it is flush with the notebook PC. This will ejectthe card slightly out of the slot allowing you to remove the card.CAUTION If the PC Card(s) has an external connector and cable, do notpull the cable when removing the card.
453. Using Your Notebook PC3-5 Memory Upgrade ModuleYour notebook PC comes with either 128MB or 256MB of high speed SynchronousDynamic RAM (SDRAM) factory installed. To increase your notebook’s memorycapacity, you may install an additional memory upgrade module. The memory upgrademust be a dual-in-line (DIMM) SDRAM module.CAUTION Do not remove any screws from the memory upgrade modulecompartment except the one specifically shown in the directionsfor installing and removing the memory upgrade module.3-5-1 INSTALLING A MEMORY UPGRADE MODULETo install a memory upgrade module follow these steps:WARNING You must turn off power before installing the memory upgrademodule.1. Turn off power to your notebook PC using the power switch, and remove anypower adapter.2. Place your notebook PC upside-down on a clean work surface.3. Open the top cover all the way, so that it is lying flat on the work surface.4. Remove the screw holding the memory compartment cover.CAUTION The memory upgrade module can be severely damaged byelectrostatic discharge (ESD). Be sure you are properly groundedwhen handling and installing the module.5. Align the connector edge of the memory upgrade module, chip side up, with theconnector slot in the compartment.6. Insert the memory upgrade module at a 45 o angle and press it firmly onto theconnector.7. Press the memory upgrade module down into the compartment until it locks under-neath the retaining clip. You will hear a click when it is properly in place.8. Replace the cover and screw that were removed previously. Installation of the newmemory module is now complete.POINT The memory upgrade module is not something you routinelyremove from your notebook PC. Once it is installed, you shouldleave it in place unless you want to increase system memorycapacity.
463. Using Your Notebook PC3-5-2 REMOVING A MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE1. Perform steps 1 through 4 of 3-5-1 Installing a Memory Upgrade Module.2. Pull the clips sideways away from each side of the memory upgrade module at thesame time.3. While holding the clips out, remove the module from the slot by lifting it up andpulling towards the back of your notebook PC.4. Store the memory upgrade module in a static guarded sleeve.5. Replace the memory compartment cover by following step 8 of 3-5-1 Installing aMemory Upgrade Module.POINT After changing your memory module configuration, you mustcomplete the Resetting the Hibernation (Save-to-Disk)Parameters procedure in order for the Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) mode to operate properly on your notebook PC. (SeeHibernation (Save-to-Disk) Feature on page 30 for moreinformation.)
473. Using Your Notebook PC3-5-3 CHECKING NEW MEMORY CAPACITYOnce you have changed the system memory capacity by either adding or removing amemory upgrade module, be sure to check that your notebook PC has recognized thechange.You can check the memory capacity by looking at the main menu of the BIOS setup:1. Turn on the power to your notebook PC using the power switch.2. Allow the system to start booting and press the [F2] key once the flash screenappears on the screen. This will open the main menu of the BIOS setup with thecurrent settings displayed. (See 2-3-3 BIOS Setup Utility for more information)Use the right arrow key to select Info in the BIOS Setup menu.The System Memory and the Extended Memory capacity, as detected by your note-book PC during the Power On Self Test (POST), are displayed at the bottom of theInfo menu screen.POINT If the total memory displayed is incorrect, check that yourmemory upgrade module is properly installed.
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493. Using Your Notebook PC3-6 Device PortsYour notebook PC and the optional Port Replicator come equipped with multiple portsto which you can connect an external device including: disk drives, keyboards, modems,printers, etc.3-6-1 MODEM (RJ-11) TELEPHONE JACKThe modem (RJ-11) telephone jack is used for an internal modem. To connect thetelephone cable follow these easy steps:1. Align the connector with the port opening.2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.3. Plug the other end of the telephone cable into a telephone outlet.WARNING The internal modem is not intended for use with Digital PBXsystems. Do not connect the internal modem to a Digital PBX asit may cause serious damage to the internal modem or your entirenotebook PC. Consult your PBX manufacturer’s documentationfor details.POINTS The internal modem is designed to the ITU-T V.90 standard. Itsmaximum speed of 53000bps is the highest allowed by FCC, andits actual connection rate depends on the line conditions. Themaximum speed is 33600bps at upload.The internal modem in this notebook PC is certified for use in theUnited States and Canada. The modem may be certified in othercountries.Some hotels have Digital PBX systems. Be sure to find outBEFORE you connect your modem.
503. Using Your Notebook PC3-6-2 INTERNAL LAN (RJ-45) JACKThe RJ-45 jack is used to connect the internal Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-T/Tx) to aLocal Area Network (LAN) in your office or home, or broadband devices such as acable modem, DSL, or satellite internet. If your notebook has been configured withinternal LAN capability you will need to configure your notebook to work with yourparticular network. (To properly set up your LAN environment, consult with a network-ing professional. Please refer to your network administrator for information on yournetwork configuration.)To connect the LAN cable follow these easy steps:1. Align the connector with the port opening.2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN outlet.3-6-3 IEEE 1394 PORTThe 1394 port allows you to connect digital devices that are compliant with IEEE 1394standard. The IEEE 1394 standard is easy to use, connect, and disconnect. This portcan allow up to 400 Mbps transfer rate. A third-party application is required to operateyour digital device with the 1394 port.In order to connect a 1394 device, follow these steps:1. Align the connector with the port opening.2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.3-6-4 UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS PORTSThe two Universal Serial Bus ports (USB) allow you to connect USB devices such asexternal game pads, pointing devices, keyboards and/or speakers. In order to connect aUSB device follow these easy steps:1. Align the connector with the port opening.2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.POINT Due to the ongoing changes in USB technology and standards,not all USB devices and/or drivers are guaranteed to work.
513. Using Your Notebook PC3-6-5 PARALLEL PORTThe parallel port, or LPT port, allows you to connect parallel devices, such as a printerto your notebook. In order to connect a parallel interface device, follow these steps:1. Align the connector with the port opening.2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each end of the connector.3-6-6 SERIAL PORTThe serial port, or COM port, allows you to connect serial devices, such as printers orscanners. In order to connect a serial interface device follow these easy steps:1. Align the connector with the port opening.2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each end of the connector.3-6-7 PS/2 PORTThe PS/2 port allows you to connect an external keyboard, and/or numeric keypad andmouse. In order to connect a PS/2 interface device follow these easy steps:1. Align the connector with the port opening.2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.POINT A mouse, keyboard, or keypad may be installed andautomatically recognized by your notebook without restarting orchanging setups.3-6-8 MICROPHONE JACKThe microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone. Your micro-phone must be equipped with a 1/8"(3.5 mm) mono mini-plug in order to fit intothe microphone jack of your notebook PC. In order to connect a microphone followthese easy steps:1. Align the connector with the port opening.2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
523. Using Your Notebook PC3-6-9 INFRARED PORTThe Infrared IrDA (4Mbps) port allows for wireless data transfer between your note-book and other IrDA-compatible devices, such as another computer or a printer,without the use of a cable.It is important to keep in mind that while carrying out this form of communication, bothdevices must be placed so their infrared ports are directly facing each other withoutobstruction. The devices must also be separated by at least 6" but no more than 36" formaximum performance.The following conditions may interfere with infrared communications:• A television, radio remote control unit, or a wireless headphone is being usednearby.• Direct sunlight, fluorescent light, or incandescent light shines directly on the port.CAUTION Do not move either device while communication is active as itmay interrupt data transmission.Be careful not to scratch the infrared port lens. Dirt, scratches, orother surface marks can degrade operation.POINT With Windows 98 Second Edition, you can use the InfraredRecipient application for infrared file transfers. LapLink 2000software can also be used for infrared file transfers.3-6-10 HEADPHONE JACKThe headphone jack allows you to connect headphones or powered external speakersto your notebook PC. Your headphones or speakers must be equipped with a 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo mini-plug. In order to connect headphones or speakers follow these easysteps:1. Align the connector with the port opening.2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.POINT If you plug headphones into the headphone jack, you will disablethe built-in stereo speakers.
533. Using Your Notebook PC3-6-11 EXTERNAL MONITOR PORTThe external monitor port allows you to connect an external monitor. In order to con-nect an external monitor follow these easy steps:1. Align the connector with the port opening.2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each end of the connector.POINT Pressing the [FN] + [F10] keys allows you to change yourselection of where to send your display video. Each time youpress the key combination, you will step to the next choice,starting with the built-in display panel only, moving to the externalmonitor only, finally moving to both the built-in display panel andan external monitor.Is there a stereo line-in jack? If not, remove from above.
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554 TROUBLESHOOTINGYour notebook PC is sturdy and subject to few problems in the field. However, youmay encounter simple setup or operating problems that you can solve on the spot, orproblems with peripheral devices, that you can solve by replacing the device. Theinformation in this section helps you isolate and resolve some of these straightforwardproblems and identify failures that require service.4-1 Identifying the ProblemIf you encounter a problem, go through the following procedure before pursuing com-plex troubleshooting:1. Turn off your notebook PC.2. Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into your notebook PC and to an active ACpower source.3. Make sure that any card installed in the PC Card slot is seated properly. You canalso remove the card from the slot, thus eliminating it as a possible cause of failure.4. Make sure that any devices connected to the external connectors are plugged inproperly. You can also disconnect such devices, thus eliminating them as possiblecauses of failure.5. Turn on your notebook PC. Make sure it has been off at least 10 seconds beforeyou turn it on.6. Go through the boot sequence.7. If the problem has not been resolved, contact your support representative.Before you place the call, you should have the following information ready so that thecustomer support representative can provide you with the fastest possible solution:• Product name• Product configuration number• Product serial number• Purchase date• Conditions under which the problem occurred
564. Troubleshooting• Any error messages that have occurred• Hardware configuration• Type of device connected, if anySee the Configuration Label on the bottom of your notebook for configuration and serialnumbers.

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