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i User’s ManualNoticeThe information within this manual is subject to change without notice.The manufacturer shall not be held liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing, performance or use of this material.No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, mechanical photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the manufacturer.Product names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only, and may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies.1998. All rights reserved
iiImportant Safety InstructionRead all of these instructions, and save these instructions for later use.•Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.•Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.•Do not use this product near water. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.•Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table.•Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.•Before connecting this product to a power source, check the required voltage and frequency match the available power source.•This computer is powered by an internal battery pack or by an external AC power source, Which is supplied with the computer. Use of another battery pack or AC power source may present risk of fire or explosion. To disconnect the AC power cord and remove the battery packs.•This product is equipped with a 2-wire type plug. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.•Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord.•Do not place this product in a location where someone may trip over the cord.•If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total of the ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord do not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.•Never push objects of any kind into this product through the cabinet slots, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts; that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock.•Except as explained elsewhere in this manual, do not attempt to service this product yourself.•Handle battery with care. If dropped, they may damaged.•Do not allow the battery to be exposed to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
iii User’s Manual•Do not attempt to disassemble the battery. If the battery is disassembled and the electrodes are exposed to outside, the battery may generate eat and smoke by chemical reaction.•Do not expose the battery to moisture or chemicals.•Charge the battery only as described in this document.•Do not short circuit the battery terminals as the resulting high currents can damage the battery.•The battery should not be used to power other products.•Do not dispose of a used battery in a fire or incinerator, as an explosion may result.•The battery should be recycled.•Do not subject the battery to temperature should not less than -20 degrees Centigrade or greater than 50 degrees Centigrade.•Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer problems to the service representative under the following conditions:- When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.- If liquid has been spilled into product.- If the product has been exposed to rain or water.- If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage.- If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
ivBattery DisposalWarning : Do not put rechargeable batteries or products powered by non-removable rechargeable batteries in the garbage.Contact your customer service representative for information on how to dispose of batteries that you cannot use or recharge any longer.Follow all local regulations when old batteries.
v User’s ManualFederal Communications Commission (FCC)This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two 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.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 generate uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful 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 separation between the equipment and receiver.•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet helpful: "Something About Interference." This is available at FCC local regional offices. Our company is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modifications of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by our company. The correction will be the responsibility of the user. Use only shielded data cables with this system.
viCanadian Radio Interference RegulationsThis apparatus does not exceed the class B limits for radio noise emissions set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.Le présent appareil n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicable aux appareils de la classe B prescrites par le règlement de brouillage radioélectrique dicté par le Ministère des Communictions du Canada.
vii User’s ManualTable of ContentsUsing Your Documentation ......................................................... 1Special Features of the User’s Manual ............................................................1Using the Software User Documentation ........................................................2Introducing Your Computer ....................................................... 3Using Your Computer for the First Time .................................. 5Installing the Battery .......................................................................................5Attaching the Power Cord ...............................................................................6Turning On the Computer ...............................................................................7Understanding POST .......................................................................................8Adjusting the LCD Display .............................................................................8Making Backup Disks .....................................................................................8Turning Off Your Computer ...........................................................................9Restarting Your Computer ..............................................................................9Tips for Using Your Computer ......................................................................10Traveling with Your Computer .....................................................................11Handling Spills ..............................................................................................11Storing the Computer for Long Periods ........................................................12Using the Keyboard .................................................................... 13Using the Numeric Keypad ...........................................................................14Using Special Function Keys ........................................................................15Using the Touchpad .................................................................... 17Reading the System Status Lights ............................................. 19Connecting Peripheral Devices .................................................. 21Using the Floppy Drive ............................................................... 24Using the CD-ROM Drive .......................................................... 26Using the Hard Drive ................................................................. 29Removing the Hard Drive .............................................................................29Installing a Hard Drive ..................................................................................30Using the Battery ........................................................................ 31Charging the Battery ......................................................................................31Safely Using the Battery ................................................................................32Removing the Battery ....................................................................................32
viiiMonitoring the Battery Charge ......................................................................33Using the Battery Gauge ..........................................................................33Battery Warnings ...........................................................................................35Using System Setup .................................................................... 36Starting System Setup ....................................................................................36Main Menu ....................................................................................................38Advanced Menu .............................................................................................41Security Menu ...............................................................................................43Power Menu ...................................................................................................44Boot Menu .....................................................................................................46Exit Menu ......................................................................................................47Using System Security ................................................................ 48Creating a Password ......................................................................................48Deleting a Password ......................................................................................48Requiring a Password When the Computer Starts ........................................49Locking the Hard Drive Boot Sector .............................................................49Locking the Keyboard ...................................................................................49Using Power Management Options ........................................... 50Non-Turbo Mode ...........................................................................................50Standby Mode ................................................................................................51Rest Mode ......................................................................................................51Rest Mode Precautions ..................................................................................53Using PowerProfiler ......................................................................................53Creating a Save to Disk Partition .............................................. 55Windows 98 ...................................................................................................56Windows NT .................................................................................................57Changing the Video Configuration ........................................... 59Resolution and Color Depth ..........................................................................59Selecting a Monitor Type ..............................................................................60Changing Color Depth and Resolution ..........................................................61Working with PC Cards ............................................................. 62Maintaining PC Cards ...................................................................................62Using PC Cards .............................................................................................63Windows 98 .............................................................................................64Windows NT ............................................................................................64Upgrading Memory .................................................................... 66Before You Install Memory .....................................................................66
ix User’s ManualInstalling a Memory Module ...................................................................67About Drivers and System Resources ....................................... 70Drivers ...........................................................................................................70IRQs ...............................................................................................................70Troubleshooting .......................................................................... 73Operating Problems .......................................................................................73Infrared Problems ..........................................................................................75Specifications ............................................................................... 76Abbreviations .............................................................................. 78Glossary ....................................................................................... 81Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration ................ 86
Using Your Documentation 1Using Your DocumentationCongratulations on your purchase of the Notebook computer. Whether you are new to using a portable computer or are an experienced user, this user’s manual can help you get the most from your computer.Special Features of the User’s ManualThree types of messages with icons appear in the manual:A note informs you of special circumstances.A caution warns you of possible damage to equipment.A warning indicates the possibility of personal injury.Keys that you need to press to perform certain functions are shown in the manual enclosed in angle brackets. For example, <Ctrl>indicates the control key (Ctrl on the computer’s keyboard). If you need to press two keys at the same time, the key names are shown joined by a plus sign. For example,<Fn+F11>means that you should press the Fn key and hold it and then press the F11 key. If you are new to using computers, see “Glossary”. The “Glossary” explains general computing terms that are used in this manual and tells you about some of the differences between notebook computers and desktop computers.
2 User’s Manual Using the Software User DocumentationYour computer shipped from the factory with several software programs installed. The software may include its own online or printed documentation. Refer to the documentation or the Help options in the software for more information.
Introducing Your Computer 3Introducing Your ComputerYour computer is a lightweight portable computer that includes features to meet your computing needs at home or on the road. Figures 1 through 3 show you the features of your computer. Figure 1. Front View of ComputerCover latchLCDPower buttonFan ventPC Card compartmentBattery compartmentHeadphone jackTouchpadSpeakerSmart ShellStatuslightsFloppydriveMicrophoneExternal-mic jackVolumecontrolCD-ROMdriveModem connectorAutoBacklit
4 User’s Manual Figure 2. Back View of ComputerFigure 3. Bottom View of ComputerInfraredportParallel portDocking connectorPS/2™ mouse andkeyboard portKensington lock supportVideoportSerial portUSB portHard drive compartmentPower ConnectorMemory modulecompartmentLabel showing Business card holder
Using Your Computer for the First Time 5Using Your Computer for the First TimeThis section gives you detailed information on using your computer for the first time.Installing the BatteryYour computer comes with the battery pack separate from the computer. To install the battery pack:1. With the computer’s power off, close the LCD panel and turn the computer over so the bottom of the unit faces up.2. Slide the battery compartment cover straight up and off the computer (Figure 4).3. Slide the battery pack into the compartment. Make sure the battery is fully inserted into the compartment.4. Align the tabs on the battery compartment cover with the slots on the battery compartment.5. Push the cover straight down until it snaps into place.Figure 4. Installing the Battery
6 User’s Manual Attaching the Power CordYour computer includes an internal AC adapter that powers the computer and charges the battery when you plug in the power cord. The first time that you use your computer, fully charge the battery by attaching the power cord to the computer and to an electrical outlet. All batteries lose their charge if they sit unused for an extended time period. When not used, battery can discharge fully in 2 to 3 months. The battery may have discharged in the time it took for the computer to go from the factory to you.To attach the power cord:1. Plug the cord into the power connector on the right side of the computer (Figure 5).2. Plug the cord into an electrical outlet.Figure 5. Connecting the Power CordPower connectorPower cordAC Adapter
Using Your Computer for the First Time 7The battery starts charging as soon as you plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. The battery charges faster if the computer is turned off during charging. If the battery is fully depleted and the computer is turned off, the battery charges in about 2 hours. If the computer is turned on, the battery charges in about 4 hours. When the battery is charging, the battery charge light is amber. When the battery is fully charged, the light turns green.See ”Using the Battery” for more information on using your computer’s battery.Turning On the ComputerTo turn on the computer’s power for the first time:1. Press and hold the cover latches on the sides of the cover.2. Lift up the cover.3. Press and then release the power button (Figure 6). The power light is on when the computer’s power is on.Figure 6. Turning On the Computer’s PowerPower lightPower buttonCover latches
8 User’s Manual Understanding POSTWhen you turn on your computer, a routine called POST (power-on self-test) automatically runs to test the computer components. Several messages appear on the screen during POST. Screen messages are built into the computer to report both normal and abnormal system conditions. If an error message appears, take any action suggested in the message. If the message identifies the error condition but does not suggest any corrective action, write down the message and contact the manufacturer or an authorized reseller’s service center for assistance.After POST is completed, a message appears on screen telling you to press any key to continue. Press a key to finish the start-up procedure.Adjusting the LCD DisplayYou may wish to adjust the LCD (liquid-crystal display) when you begin using your computer. A TFT (thin-film transistor) LCD does not require adjustment for contrast because the contrast is set to remain at maximum. You can adjust both the brightness and contrast on a DSTN (double layer super twist nematic) LCD.To adjust the LCD:•Press <Fn+Right Arrow> to increase the display brightness. •Press <Fn+Left Arrow> to decrease the display brightness.•Press <Fn+Up Arrow> to increase the display contrast. •Press <Fn+Down Arrow> to decrease the display contrast.Making Backup DisksUse the Create System Disks Utility in Windows 98 to make backup disks of any software on your hard drive. The utility will start automatically when you use your computer for the first time. You can also open the utility by doing the following:1. Click the Start button on the taskbar. 2. Select Programs. 3. Select Accessories.
Using Your Computer for the First Time 94. Select System Tools. 5. Click Backup.Turning Off Your ComputerIf your computer has a Windows operating system, turn off your computer by performing the shutdown procedure described in this section. Otherwise, you may lose data.To turn off the computer:1. Click Start on the taskbar.2. Click Shut Down. 3. Select the shut down option.4. Click OK or Yes. •If the operating system is Windows 98, the computer turns off. •If the operating system is Windows NT, you receive a shutdown message and must press the power button to turn off the computer.Restarting Your ComputerYou may need to restart (reboot) your computer when installing hardware or software or if the computer does not respond to your input. A warm (or soft) boot prompts you to save your files, turns off the computer, and then restarts the computer. A cold boot turns off the computer without saving your files.To perform a warm (or soft) boot:1. Click Start on the taskbar.2. Click Shut Down. 3. Select the restart option.4. Click OK or Yes.5. Save your files if prompted. Your computer reboots.
10 User’s Manual Do not perform a cold boot unless your keyboard and touchpad have no effect and you cannot perform a warm boot.When you perform a cold boot, you lose data unless it was saved to a storage medium.You can also perform a soft boot by saving your files and pressing <Ctrl+Alt+Del>. You can perform a cold(or hard) boot by pressing the power button to turn the computer off, waiting five second, and then pressing the power button to turn the computer on.Tips for Using Your ComputerThe following information helps you avoid potential problems as you use your computer:Do not try to disassemble your computer. Opening the system chassis voids your warranty. Only an authorized manufacturer’s service center can replace or add any parts inside the chassis.•Follow all the instructions and cautions in your computer user documentation.•The LCD has a polarized surface and can be damaged easily. To prevent damage, avoid touching the screen.•Use only memory modules.•Because a notebook computer is small and has restricted air flow around components, it is more likely to overheat than a desktop computer. A fan inside your computer runs when needed to help eliminate some heat. Make sure the fan vent on the right side of your computer and the air vent on the left side are not blocked when you use the computer. (See Figure 1 and Figure 2 for the location of the vents.) Occasionally check the vents and remove any accumulated dust on the outside. •Avoid using or storing the computer in extremely hot or cold areas, such as a car on a hot day. Keep the computer away from heaters and out of direct sunlight. Exposure to excessive heat may damage computer components.
Using Your Computer for the First Time 11If you have left your computer in a hot place, let it cool down slowly to room temperature (with the LCD panel open) before using it.•Do not remove the memory-module compartment door, or try to install a memory module when the computer is on. (See Figure 3 for the location of the door.) (For information on installing memory modules, see “Memory Modules”.)•Set up your computer work area to avoid physical strain. Sit with your back straight and supported by your chair. Adjust your chair or work table so that your arms and wrists can remain in a relaxed position, parallel with the floor. Avoid bending or twisting your wrists as you work. Your hands should “float” slightly above the keyboard. Refer to a book on office ergonomics for more information on setting up your work area.•Take frequent breaks from working at the computer to rest your eyes and stretch your muscles. •Remember to save your data files frequently and to make backup copies of your files.Traveling with Your ComputerIf you are traveling by airplane, follow these tips:•Take the computer with you as carry-on luggage. Do not check the computer with your baggage.•Allow the computer and disks to go through the X-ray security devices. Do not hand-carry disks through the walk-through metal detectors, which can cause loss of data.•Make sure that the battery is charged or the power cord is easily accessible. You may be required to turn on the computer for airport security personnel.•Be prepared to turn off the computer during take off and landing.Handling SpillsDo not spill anything on your computer. The best way to avoid spills is to avoid eating and drinking around your computer. If you do spill something on your computer, turn off your computer, unplug it immediately, and do the following:
12 User’s Manual •If you spill liquid on the keyboard, drain as much of the liquid from the keyboard as possible. Be careful not to let the liquid drip onto the LCD panel. Allow the system to dry for several days before trying to use it.•If you spill liquid on an external keyboard or keypad, unplug it and drain as much of the liquid as possible. Allow the keyboard to sit at room temperature for a full day before trying to use it.Sweet liquids leave a sticky residue that may jam the keyboard despite your efforts to dry it.•If you spill liquid on the LCD panel, clean it immediately with a soft cloth and denatured alcohol. Do not use water, window cleaner, acetone, aromatic solvent, or dry, rough towels to clean it.Some liquids damage the polarized LCD screen. If your screen is damaged, contact your authorized manufacturer’s service center for a replacement.Storing the Computer for Long PeriodsIf possible, leave the power cord connected to the computer and an electrical outlet when the computer is not in use. This helps extend the life of the battery and keeps the battery fully charged.If you will not be using the computer for a long period of time (a month or more), you should charge the battery until it is completely full. After you have done so, remove the battery from the unit.
Using the Keyboard 13Using the KeyboardYour computer has an 87/88-key keyboard (Figure 7). By pressing designated key combinations, you can have access to all the key functions of a full-sized keyboard.Figure 7. KeyboardAlthough the layout of the keys on your computer’s keyboard is different from that on a desktop computer’s keyboard, the keyboard feels like a full-sized keyboard when you use it. The distance between the keys (the pitch) is the same as on a full-size keyboard (19 mm). The travel, or space the key goes down when pressed, is also the same (3 mm).Function keysWindows keyCursor-control keysTypewriterkeys Windows keys<Fn> key
14 User’s Manual The keys on the keyboard can be grouped into the following categories:•Full-sized typewriter keys are arranged like a standard typewriter keyboard and are used for text entry. •Function keys, when pressed together with the <Fn> key, enable special functions.•Cursor control keys move the cursor. They may perform other functions, depending on your software.•Windows keys open Windows menus. To clean the computer keyboard, use slightly damp cotton swabs. Scrub the keys and the surface around the keys. Do not allow liquid to drip into the keyboard or you may damage the keyboard.Using the Numeric KeypadYour keyboard includes a numeric keypad, which is a group of keys that you can set to type numbers and mathematical symbols, such as the plus sign (Figure 8). A number or symbol on the right corner of each keypad key shows its numeric function.Figure 8. Numeric KeypadPress <Num Lock> to turn on the embedded numeric keypad. The numeric functions of the keypad are enabled and the Num Lock light turns on. (See Figure 10 for the location of the Num Lock light.)
Using the Keyboard 15While the numeric functions are enabled, you can temporarily return a key to its normal function by pressing <Fn> and the key. For example to type the letter m, press <Fn+m>.To turn the numeric keypad off, press <Num Lock> again. The Num Lock light turns off.Using Special Function KeysThe <Fn> key activates special functions when it is pressed in combination with another key. Table 1 shows the special key combinations.Table 1. Description of Special Function Keys<Fn> Key Combination Function<Fn+F1>Print screen: Takes a picture of the open screen, which you can paste into the Paint program.<Fn+F2>System request: Reserved for use in software programs.<Fn+F3>Speed: Enables and disables the Power Saving mode. The options are Turbo and Non-turbo. Press <Fn+F3> to change the Power Saving mode to their next settings. Press <Fn+F3> again to return the Power Saving mode to their previous settings. An icon of a dripping water faucet indicates that Power Saving mode is Non-turbo mode. An icon of a water faucet with water running at full force indicates that Power Saving mode is Turbo mode. This key combination changes Power Saving modes only until you turn your computer off and then back on again. The <Fn+F3> key combination functions only when the computer is run from the battery. (See ”Power Menu” on page 53 for more information on power-management settings.)<Fn+F4>Backlit: Turns the LCD display off. Press any key (except the <Fn> key) to turn the LCD display back on.<Fn+F5> CRT/LCD: Switches the display between the LCD, the external monitor, and simultaneous display on both the LCD and the external monitor.
16 User’s Manual When you press a function key combination, the system sound may be temporarily muted.<Fn+F6>Gauge: Displays the battery gauge in the upper-right corner of your screen. To change the Power Saving mode in System Setup, press <F1> while the gauge is displayed. An icon of a dripping water faucet indicates that Power Saving mode is Non-turbo mode. An icon of a water faucet with water running at full force indicates that Power Saving mode is Turbo mode. <F1> changes Power Saving mode only when the computer is run from the battery. The Power Saving mode you choose remains in force when you turn off the computer.The gauge closes in a few seconds, or you can press <Esc> to close the gauge. (See ”Monitoring the Battery Charge” on page 33 for more information on the battery gauge.) <Fn+F7>KeyLock: Locks the keyboard and activates password protection. Type your password and press <Enter> to unlock the keyboard. The <Fn+F7> key combination has no effect unless a password is enabled in System Setup. The Num Lock, Caps Lock, and Scroll Lock lights blink when the keyboard is locked.<Fn+F8>Mute: Turns the audio output on and off.<Fn+F9>Volume down: Decreases the audio volume.<Fn+F10>Volume up: Increases the audio volume.<Fn+F11> Rest: Puts the computer into rest mode. To resume normal operation from rest, press the power button. (See ”Using Power Management Options” on page 50 for more information about the rest mode.)<Fn+F12>Scroll: In some applications, sets the cursor-control keys to scroll the page up or down while the cursor position does not change. Pressing <Fn+F12> again turns off the scrolling function. <Fn+Up Arrow>Contrast up: Increases the LCD contrast. Contrast adjustment is not needed on a TFT LCD.<Fn+Down Arrow>Contrast down: Decreases the LCD contrast. Contrast adjustment is not needed on a TFT LCD.<Fn+Right Arrow>Brightness up: Increases the LCD brightness. <Fn+Left Arrow>Brightness down: Decreases the LCD brightness.
Using the Touchpad 17Using the TouchpadYour computer is equipped with a touchpad, which is an integrated-pointing device that is used to perform standard mouse functions (Figure 9). The touchpad is an advanced and reliable pointing device that works with a touch of your finger. Figure 9. TouchpadTable 2 explains how to use the touchpad. Press on the touchpad gently. The touchpad responds to light pressure. Table 2. Using the TouchpadMouse Action How ToMove cursor Place your finger on the touchpad and slide your finger in the direction you want the cursor to move. The faster you move your finger, the faster the cursor moves across the screen.Click Tap the touchpad once with your finger.Double-click Tap the touchpad twice with one finger.Mouse buttonsTouchpad
18 User’s Manual You can use the buttons below the touchpad the way you use standard mouse buttons. And you can use three finger mouse by the touchpad driver. Please refer to System Utility CD enclosed in the box.For information on attaching and using another pointing device or keyboard with your computer, see “Connecting Peripheral Devices”.
Reading the System Status Lights 19Reading the System Status LightsSystem Status lights show the status of computer functions. The lights appear on the left edge of the computer (Figure 10). Table 3 describes the meaning of the lights.Figure 10. System Status LightsTable 3. System Status LightsIcon Function of LightBattery low light: Light is blinking when the battery charge is low. Plug the power cord into the computer and an electrical outlet when this light is blinking.Hard disk light: Light is on when the hard drive is being accessed. Do not turn off the computer when this light is on.
20 User’s Manual Floppy drive light: Light is on when the floppy drive is being accessed. Do not turn off the computer when this light is on.CD-ROM drive light: Light is on when the CD-ROM drive is being accessed. Do not turn off the computer when this light is on.Caps Lock light: Light is on when the caps lock function is activated. When the function is activated, all alphabetic characters you type will be in upper case.Num Lock light: Light is on when the embedded numeric keypad is activated. See ”Using the Numeric Keypad” for a description of the keypad. Scroll Lock light: Light is on when the scroll lock function is activated. The scroll lock function affects cursor movement and text scrolling in some applications. This is a software specific function. Refer to the appropriate software manuals for a description of the <Scroll> key.Power light: Light is green when the computer’s power is on. Light is amber when the computer is in rest mode. (See ”Rest Mode” for more information on rest mode.)Battery charge light: When the power cord is connected, light gives information about the battery charge. Light is amber when the battery is charging normally. Light is green when the battery is fully charged or is trickle charging. (See ”Charging the Battery” for more information about charging the battery.)
Connecting Peripheral Devices 21Connecting Peripheral DevicesThe connectors on your computer enable you to attach peripheral devices to the computer (Figure 11). Turn off your computer before you connect a peripheral device. Connecting a peripheral device with your computer turned on may seriously damage the device or your computer.Figure 11. Peripheral ConnectorsTable 4 shows the icons located near each connector and tells you the devices that you can attach to the connectors.Modem ConnectorPC card ConnecotrPS/2 mouse and keyboard portVideoportParallel portDocking connectorSerial portUSBportPower connector
22 User’s Manual Table 4. Connecting Peripheral DevicesIcon ConnectorHeadphone jack (at the FRONT side): Connect stereo headphones or speakers to this jack. Speakers connected to this jack override the onboard speakers.Microphone jack (at the FRONT side): Connect an external microphone to this jack. Power cord connector: Plug in the power cord to run the computer and charge the battery.PS/2 (Personal System/2) mouse and keyboard port: Connect a PS/2-compatible mouse or external keyboard or keypad to this port. Make sure your computer is turned off when you attach peripherals to the port.You can use the computer’s touchpad and a PS/2 keyboard at the same time. If you attach a PS/2 mouse to the port, the computer’s touchpad is disabled.Docking connector: Connect a docking option to this connector. Parallel port: Plug a parallel device, such as a parallel printer or network adapter, into this 25-pin port.Serial port: Plug a serial device, such as a serial printer, into this 9-pin port. If the device has a 25-pin connector, you need a 25-to-9-pin serial adapter. Video port: Plug the interface cable of an external monitor into this 15-pin connector and then plug the monitor power cord into a grounded outlet.
Connecting Peripheral Devices 23Your computer ships from the factory with the USB port disabled. A yellow exclamation mark appears in the Windows Device Manager, under Universal serial bus controller, to indicate that the port is disabled.If your computer’s operating system is Windows 98, you can enable and use the USB port. The Windows NT 4.0 operating system does not support USB.To enable the USB port in Windows 98:1. Press <F2> at startup to enter the System Setup program.2. Set the USB Device field under the Advanced menu to Enabled.When the USB port is enabled, the computer will not automatically enter the standby and rest modes, even if you have set timeout periods for these modes in System Setup.You can manually put the computer into rest mode by:•Pressing <Fn+F11>.•Clicking the Start button on the Windows taskbar and clicking Suspend.USB (universal serial bus) port: Connect USB devices to this port. USB input/output devices include keyboards, pointing devices, and monitors. You must enable the USB port before you can use USB devices.
24 User’s Manual Using the Floppy DriveThe computer comes with a 1.44-MB, 3.5-inch, high-density floppy drive, which can read, write to, and format the following disks:•A high-density, 3.5-inch disk, which stores 1.44 MB (megabytes) of data.•A double-density, 3.5-inch disk, which stores 720 KB (kilobytes) of data.The floppy drive in your notebook computer is smaller, but more power-efficient, than a floppy drive in a desktop computer. To get the best performance from your floppy drive use high-quality floppy disks.To use a floppy disk, insert it into the floppy drive (Figure 12).Figure 12. Inserting a Floppy DiskTo remove a floppy disk, press the eject button on the floppy drive. The floppy drive light on the computer is on when the computer writes to or reads from a floppy disk. Do not remove a disk when this light is on.Floppy ejectbutton
Using the Floppy Drive 25To protect the data on your floppy disks, follow these guidelines:•Keep disks away from excessive heat, direct sunlight, and liquids.•Keep magnets and any device that contains a magnet (like the telephone) away from your disks.Magnetic fields can destroy the information on a disk.•Do not write directly on a label on your disk; instead, write on a disk label first and attach the label to the disk.•Make copies of all your important disks.
26 User’s Manual Using the CD-ROM DriveCompact discs are designed so that you can easily insert one into the computer when you need it, and then remove it:1. Press the button on the CD-ROM drive, and the tray slides out. (Do not lean on the tray; it does not support much weight.)2. Insert a CD (compact disc), label side up (or remove a disc, if you have finished using it).3. Push the tray in gently to close the drive tray (Figure 13).A light on the drive tray is on when the computer is reading from a CD. Do not remove a disc when this light is on.Figure 13. Using the CD-ROM DriveInstall and start a CD-based program as you would run a program on a floppy disk. See your operating system documentation for more information on running programs.The name of the CD-ROM drive is the letter following the letter assigned to your last hard drive. For instance, if you have one hard drive with only one hard drive partition, the hard drive is drive C and the CD-ROM drive is drive D. ButtonLightEmergency eject button
Using the CD-ROM Drive 27If necessary, you can use the emergency eject button to open the CD-ROM drive. To use the emergency eject button, turn the computer’s power off and insert a small object, like a bent paperclip, into the hole to press the button.Do not place reflective objects in the disc slot because of possible hazardous laser emissions.The laser beam used in this CD-ROM drive is harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the CD-ROM drive. Refer servicing to your authorized service center.The on-board audio hardware and software of your computer enable the computer to play audio compact discs. If you wish to do so, you can attach external speakers to the Headphone jack.To play an audio compact disc:1. Insert a compact disc into your CD-ROM drive:a. Press the button on the CD-ROM drive, and its tray slides out. b. Insert a CD, label side up.c. Push the tray in to close the drive tray. The CD Player button appears on the taskbar.The disc begins to play.A light on the drive tray is on when the computer plays a CD. Do not remove a disc when this light is on.2. To adjust the sound, use the volume adjustment dial on the side of the computer or press the following key combinations:•<Fn+F9> decreases volume.•<Fn+F10> increases volume.To remove the CD:1. Click the CD Player button on the Windows taskbar to open the CD Player window (Figure 14).
28 User’s Manual Figure 14. CD Player Window2. Click the Stop button in the CD Player Window.3. Click the Eject button on the CD Player window or press the button on your CD-ROM drive. The drive tray opens and you can remove the disc from the CD-ROM drive. For more information on playing compact discs, see the Help menu in the CD Player window.PlayStopEject
Using the Hard Drive 29Using the Hard DriveYour computer includes a removable IDE (integrated drive electronics) hard drive. The IDE hard drive can store the data and programs your computer uses. The drive plugs into a connector on the system board.Although the storage capacity of hard drives varies according to model, any hard drive holds much more than a floppy disk does. Also, the computer reads and works with a hard drive more rapidly than with a floppy disk.Once information is saved on a hard drive, it remains there until it is overwritten. Hard drive heads park automatically when you turn off your computer.The hard drive that comes with your computer has already been formatted. Do not format the hard drive. Doing so destroys all data contained on the drive. If you need to format a new drive, or want to erase all data on your existing hard drive, refer to the manual for your operating system.Removing the Hard DriveTo prevent loss of data and damage to the disk, do not remove the hard drive while the computer’s power is on and do not drop or jar the hard drive.To remove the hard drive from the computer:1. If you are installing a new hard drive, backup the application and data files on the old hard drive before removing it from the computer. In Windows 98, you can use the Microsoft Create System Disks Utility to back up application files and the Microsoft Backup Utility to back up data files. .In Windows NT, you can use the Windows NT Backup Utility to backup data files. The Backup Utility requires a tape drive. You can also back up files to a network. 2. Turn the computer’s power off.
30 User’s Manual 3. Close the LCD panel, and turn the computer over so that the bottom of the unit faces up.4. Remove the screw that holds the hard drive in place (Figure 15).Figure 15. Removing the Hard Drive5. Pull the hard drive out of the computer.Installing a Hard DriveTo install a hard drive:1. Remove the old hard drive from the computer as described in the previous section.2. Slide the new drive into the hard drive compartment. Make sure the drive is pushed back as far as it will go.3. Install the screw that holds the hard drive in place.4. If you intend to use save to disk mode, see “Creating a Save to Disk Partition”.5. Format your drive and reinstall your files. Hard-drive Bottom of computer
Using the Battery 31Using the BatteryYour computer uses a rechargeable nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) or Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery pack for power when the power cord is not attached to an electrical outlet. Charging the BatteryYour computer’s battery starts charging automatically when you connect the power cord to the computer and to an electrical outlet. If the computer is off, the battery charges faster than if the computer’s power is on.Approximate charging times for NiMH battery are•2 hours with the computer off.•4 hours with the computer on.In the case of Li-ion battery, charging time is roughly one hour longer than above.While the battery is charging normally, the battery charge light on the computer is amber (see Figure 10 for the location of the battery charge light). When the battery is fully charged, the light changes to green.The light is also green if the battery is performing a trickle charge. In a trickle charge, the battery cannot charge normally because its voltage is too low. The battery raises the voltage in small increments until it can charge normallyWhen you use a new battery pack for the first time or use a battery after a long period of storage, the initial battery life is shorter than normal. Normal battery life resumes after a few discharge-recharge cycles.Follow these rules for charging your battery:•A battery normally discharges power when not used for long periods of time. Be sure to recharge the battery every two months when it is not in use.•Make it a practice to discharge your battery fully before recharging the battery. This can help extend the life of the battery.•Do not attempt to charge the battery in temperatures of under 41o F (5o C) or over 95o F (35oC.)
32 User’s Manual All batteries eventually wear out and lose the ability to hold a charge. You may need to replace your battery pack after a year of average usage.Safely Using the BatteryFollow these guidelines to safely use the battery:•Turn off your computer and unplug it if you accidentally:– Expose the equipment to liquid.– Drop, jar, or damage the computer.•Use only approved battery chargers.•Do not disassemble the battery, heat it above 212° F (100° C), or burn it. The battery used in this computer may cause a fire or chemical burn if mistreated. •Your computer's rechargeable battery may be considered hazardous waste. If you replace your battery with a new one:– Keep the old battery out of the reach of children.– Dispose of the old battery promptly.– Make sure that you follow all local requirements when you dispose of the old battery.Removing the Battery To remove the battery from the computer:1. Turn the computer’s power off. 2. Close the LCD panel, and turn the computer over so that the bottom of the unit faces up.3. Slide the battery compartment cover straight up and off the computer (Figure 16).
Using the Battery 33Figure 16. Removing the Battery Pack4. Grasp the tab on the battery and pull the battery out of the compartment.See ”Installing the Battery” for information on installing the battery.Monitoring the Battery ChargeBattery life is affected by factors such as the power-management settings in System Setup, the applications you use, and the brightness and contrast settings of the LCD. Under normal usage, the battery charge lasts approximately 2.5 hours.Battery life estimates are subject to variation. The actual life of your battery may be less than the estimates given in the manual.You can monitor the charge of the battery pack installed in your computer through the battery gauge. Using the Battery GaugePress <Fn+F6> to display the battery gauge on the LCD (Figure 17). You can display the battery gauge while you are in any program.
34 User’s Manual Figure 17. Battery GaugeThe gauge has three sections: •The top section shows you whether or not power management is turned on. An icon of a water faucet that is dripping water indicates that power management is enabled and the computer is using minimum battery power. An icon of a water faucet with the water running at full force indicates that power management is turned off and the computer is using maximum battery power. To turn power management on or off, press <Fn+F6> to display the battery gauge and then press <F1> until the icon for power management or the icon for no power management appears. The setting you choose will remain in force even after you turn off the computer.•The middle section of the gauge shows an icon of a battery to indicate that the computer is powered by the battery or an icon of a power cord plug to indicate that the computer is powered by the internal AC adapter. •The bottom section of the gauge shows you the approximate amount of battery charge remaining. F means that the battery is at full charge. E means that the battery is completely discharged. This section of the gauge is only displayed if the computer is being powered by the battery.
Using the Battery 35While the battery gauge is displayed, all keys except <F1> and <Esc> are disabled. The battery gauge closes in a few seconds, or you can press <Esc> to close it.You can also use the <Fn+F3> key combination to turn power-management on and off. With this key combination, power management reverts to its previous setting when you turn off the computer.Because of the characteristics of battery cells, the battery gauge may be inaccurate for 10 minutes after you charge the battery. Wait until the computer has been operating from the battery for 10 minutes before you check the battery gauge.Battery WarningsYour computer gives you the following low-battery warnings (Table 55).Table 5. Battery WarningsIf you cannot run your computer from the battery and the battery will not charge when you attach the power cord, the problem may be that•The battery temperature is over 95° F (35° C) or below 41° F (5° C). If you think the battery temperature is too hot or too cold, turn off the computer, remove the battery, and let the battery reach room temperature. Then try charging the battery again. •The battery is defective. Replace the battery with a new battery.Warnings Condition Action to TakeThe computer beeps 5 times (low-pitched beeps). In Windows 98, a battery-low warning appears on screen.Battery low: The battery charge is about 10 percent. Approximately 5–10 minutes of battery charge is left.Save your work. Use the power cord to power the computer or turn off the computer and install a fully charged battery.The computer beeps 5 times (high-pitched beeps), with a short time between beeps. After a short time, the computer automatically goes into rest mode.Battery very low: The battery charge is about 3 percent. Use the power cord to power the computer and charge the battery.
36 User’s Manual Using System SetupThe System Setup program enables you to configure your computer hardware and set security and power-savings options. The settings you choose are stored in battery-maintained CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor) memory that saves the information even when the computer’s power is turned off. When your computer is turned back on, it is configured with the values found in this memory.Run System Setup if you get a message prompting you to run the program. You may also want to run System Setup, particularly the first time you use your computer, to set the time and date, use security or power-management features, or alter the settings of other features.Your computer’s version of System Setup may not include all the fields listed here or may include additional fields. Field names and order of appearance can vary according to the version of the BIOS (basic input/output system) on your computer.You can use the configuration listing at the back of this manual to record information specific to your computer. (see “Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration” .) Fill it out as you complete your System Setup configuration. This list helps you describe your computer if you must contact your authorized reseller for service or product information.Starting System SetupTo start System Setup, turn on your computer and then press <F2> when prompted. The System Setup screen appears. The top of the System Setup screen has a menu bar with the selections listed in Table 6. Table 6. System Setup MenusMenu FunctionMain Changes the basic system configuration.
Using System Setup 37To open a menu, use the left or right arrow keys to select the menu name and then press <Enter>. Table 7 lists the keys you can use to navigate through System Setup. Table 7. System Setup Navigation KeysAdvanced Configures advanced features on your computer.Security Enables security features, including passwords and backup and virus-check reminders.Power Configures power-management features.Boot Specifies the order of boot devices.Exit Specifies how to exit System Setup.Navigation Key Alternate Key Function<F1> <Alt+H> Displays the General Help window.<Esc> Exits the current menu.<Left Arrow> and <Right Arrow> keys Keypad arrow keys Select a different menu.<Up Arrow> and <Down Arrow> keysKeypad arrow keysMove the cursor up and down between fields.<Tab> Moves the cursor forward through the cells for a highlighted field. If the field has only one cell, the <Tab> key moves the cursor down to the next field.<Tab+Shift> Moves the cursor backward through the cells for a highlighted field. If the field has only one cell, the <Tab+Shift> key combination moves the cursor up to the previous field.<Home> <PgUp> Moves the cursor to the field at the top of the window.<End> <PgDn> Moves the cursor to the field at the bottom of the window.<F5> <-> Scrolls backwards through the options for the highlighted field.
38 User’s Manual A pointer symbol appearing to the left of a field indicates that you can open a submenu from this field. A submenu contains additional options for a field. To open a submenu, highlight the field and press <Enter>. Use the same keys to enter values and move from field to field within submenus as you use within menus. When you highlight a field, information about the field appears on the right side of the screen. System Setup also provides a General Help screen that can be opened from any menu by pressing <F1> or <Alt+H>. The General Help screen lists the navigation keys with their corresponding alternates and functions.When a scroll bar appears to the right of a help window, more information is available than can be displayed in the window. Use the <PgUp> and <PgDn> keys or the <Up Arrow> and <Down Arrow> keys to scroll through the entire help document. Press <Home> to display the first page, or press <End> to go to the last page. To exit the help window, press <Enter> or <Esc>. If your computer will not boot after you have changed settings in System Setup and exited the program, reboot and press <F2> to reenter System Setup. Once in System Setup, you can try to change the values that caused your computer boot to fail. If the problem persists, press <F9> to load the default values. Main MenuWhen you open System Setup, the Main menu appears. You can make changes to your computer’s basic system configuration from this menu. The fields displayed in this menu are described below. System Time: Sets your computer to the time that you specify, usually the current time. Enter the hour, minute, and second in the format hh:mm:ss. Use a 24-hour clock. Use the tab key to move between the hour, minute, and second cells. Use the hyphen key <-> or <Space> bar to decrease or increase the numbers. <F6> <+> or <Space>Scrolls forward through the options for the highlighted field.<F9> Sets the parameters for the current menu to their default values.<F10> Sets the parameters for the current menu to their previous values.<Enter> Executes commands or opens a submenu.
Using System Setup 39System Date: Sets your computer to the date that you specify, usually the current date. Enter the month, day, and year in the format mm:dd:yyyy. Use the tab key to move between the month, day, and year cells. Use the hyphen key <-> or <Space> bar to decrease or increase the numbers. This field supports year dates of 2000 and beyond.Legacy Diskette A: Specifies a drive type for floppy drive A. Options are Not Installed and 1.44 Mb, 3 1/2”(default), 2.88 Mb 3 1/2”, Disabled, 360 Kb 5 1/4”, 1.2 Mb 5 1/4”, and 720 Kb 3 1/2”.IDE Adapter 0 and IDE Adapter 1: Your computer can support two IDE drives. The Main menu contains two IDE adapter fields to configure these drives. IDE Adapter 0 defines the hard drive installed in the computer. IDE Adapter 1 defines the CD-ROM drive. To configure a replacement or upgrade hard drive, move the cursor to select the IDE Adapter 0 field in the System Setup Main menu, and then press the <Enter> key. The IDE Adapter submenu appears.Normally, you can use the Auto option of the Type field in the submenu to automatically set the values for the other fields in the submenu. Manually set the other fields in this submenu only if the drive you have installed in your computer is not recognized by System Setup.After you make your selections from this submenu, press the <Esc> key to exit back to the Main menu.Set the Auto option of the Type field in the IDE Adapter 1 submenu, if you want CD-ROM boot.Before attempting to configure a hard drive, make sure you have the configuration information supplied by the manufacturer of the hard drive. Incorrect drive settings can cause your computer to malfunction.Each IDE adapter field calls up a submenu. The following fields are found in the submenu:Type: Configures the hard drive type. Normally, select Auto at this field to have your computer attempt to automatically detect the drive type and set the values for the remaining fields in this submenu You can also enter the drive type number (1-39) for your drive or select CD-ROM. All remaining fields in this submenu are then filled with the correct
40 User’s Manual values for the disk type. If you do not have the documentation that came with your upgrade hard drive, try to use the Auto option as described above.To configure a drive that is not one of the 39 standard drive types, specify User. Manually enter the number of cylinders, heads, sectors per track, and write precompensation for your drive. Refer to your drive’s user documentation or look on the drive to obtain this information. If no drive is installed or if you are removing a drive and not replacing it, select None.Cylinders: Configures the number of cylinders for the hard drive. Refer to your drive’s user documentation or look on the drive to obtain this information. Before you can make changes to this field, the Type field must be set to User.Heads: Configures the number of read/write heads for the hard drive. Refer to your drive’s user documentation or look on the drive to determine the correct value to enter for this field. Before you can make changes to this field, the Type field must be set to User.Sectors: Configures the number of sectors per track for the hard drive. Refer to your drive’s user documentation or look on the drive to determine the correct value to enter for this field. Before you can make changes to this field, the Type field must be set to User.Maximum Capacity: Shows the maximum capacity of the drive. This field is for reference only.Multi-Sector Transfers: Sets the number of sectors per block to the highest number supported by the drive. Configuration options are Disabled, 2 Sectors, 4 Sectors, 8 Sectors, and 16 Sectors.LBA Mode Control: Enables or disables 28-bit addressing of the hard drive, without regard for cylinders, heads, and sectors. Note that enabling this field may decrease the access speed of the hard drive.32 Bit I/O: Enables or disables 32-Bit I/O (input/output). When Enabled, your hard drive can work with applications with 32-bit input and output. If the field is Disabled (default), your computer works with 16-bit input and output and has lower performance.Transfer Mode: Selects the method for transferring data between the hard drive and system memory. Refer to your drive’s user documentation to specify the correct option for this field. Options are Standard, Fast PIO 1, Fast PIO 2, Fast PIO 3, and Fast PIO 4.
Using System Setup 41Ultra DMA Mode: Enables the hard drive to use ultra DMA (direct memory access) transfer mode to transfer data between the drive and system memory. Options are Mode 0, Mode 1, Mode 2, and Disabled.Screen Expansion: Enables or disables the Screen Expansion mode. If you set this field to Enabled, system displays the VGA mode (DOS mode or 640x480 Graphic mode) to expansion mode.Boot time Logo Screen: Enables or disables the Logo Screen during boot. If you set this field to Disabled, system displays the diagnostic screen during boot.System Memory: Displays the amount of conventional memory detected by your computer during startup. This field is for reference only.Extended Memory: Displays the amount of extended memory detected by your computer during startup. This field is for reference only.Advanced MenuSelecting Advanced from the menu bar displays the Advanced menu. Plug & Play O/S: Enables you to set the parameters for peripheral ports. Set this field to No if your computer uses an operating system that is not plug and play compliant, such as Windows NT. With an operating system that is not plug and play compliant, you manually change the settings for the COM (communication port) 1, COM2, and LPT ports. The BIOS will recognize the new settings. Windows 98 automatically configures the ports regardless of the setting of this field. USB Device: Enables or disables (default) the USB port. Before you can use a USB device, you must set this field to enabled.Memory Cache: Enables or disables the external cache memory. Cache memory improves system performance by keeping frequently used computer instructions in memory with a faster access time than DRAM (dynamic random access memory). Normally, do not disable the cache memory unless a program’s documentation specifies that the computer cache memory must be disabled.PCI Configuration: Opens the PCI (peripheral component interconnect) Configuration submenu if you press <Enter> when this field is highlighted. Set the fields in the submenu if you are using ISA (Industry Standard Architecture) devices that are not plug-and-play compliant in a docking device. The submenu contains these fields:
42 User’s Manual PCI/PNP ISA IRQ Region Exclusion: Reserves IRQs for use by legacy ISA devices. You can reserve these IRQs: 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 11, and 15.I/O Device Configuration: Opens the I/O Device Configuration submenu if you press <Enter> when this field is highlighted. If you attempt to set two ports to the same settings, the fields will be marked with asterisks.The submenu contains these fields:Serial port A: Configures serial port A. The options for this field are Enabled (default), Auto, and Disabled. If you set this field to Enabled, you can set the Base I/O Address field to 3F8 IRQ4 (default), 2F8 IRQ3, 3E8 IRQ4, or 2E8 IRQ3. When the field is set to Enabled, the computer’s operating system uses the default configuration or the configuration you choose. Selecting Auto enables the operating system or the BIOS to configure the port. If you select Disabled, you free up an IRQ for use by another device.Serial port B: Configures serial port B (the infrared port). The options for this field are Enabled, Auto, and Disabled (default). If you set this field to Enabled, you can set the Base I/O Address field and the Mode field. Settings for the Base I/O Address are 3F8 IRQ4, 2F8 IRQ3 (default), 3E8 IRQ4, or 2E8 IRQ3. Settings for the Mode are IrDA (Infrared Data Association), ASK-IR, and FIR (fast infrared). Selecting FIR enables you to set the DMA channel to 3 or 1.When the Serial port B field is set to Enabled, the computer’s operating system uses the default configuration or the configuration you choose. Selecting Auto enables the operating system or the BIOS to configure the port. If you select Disabled, you free up an IRQ for use by another device.Parallel port: Configures the parallel port. The options for this field are Enabled (default), Auto, and Disabled. If you set this field to Enabled, you can set the Mode field and the Base I/O Address field. Settings for the Base I/O Address are 3F8 IRQ4, 2F8 IRQ3 (default), 3E8 IRQ4, and 2E8 IRQ3. Settings for the Mode are Output only, Bi-directional, EPP (enhanced parallel port), and ECP (extended capabilities port). Selecting the ECP setting enables you to set the DMA Channel to 1, 2, or 3. Settings for the Base I/O Address field are 378 IRQ7 (default), 378 IRQ5, 278 IRQ7, 278 IRQ5, 3BC IRQ7, and 3BC IRQ5.When the Parallel port field is set to Enabled, the computer’s operating system uses the default configuration or the configuration you choose. Selecting Auto enables the operating system or the BIOS to configure the port. If you select Disabled, you free up an IRQ for use by another device.
Using System Setup 43Floppy disk controller: Configures the floppy disk controller. The options for this field are Enabled (default), Auto, and Disabled. When the Floppy disk controller field is set to Enabled, the computer’s operating system uses the default configuration for the controller. Selecting Auto enables the operating system or the BIOS to configure the port. Audio Options Menu: Opens the Audio Options submenu if you press <Enter> when this field is highlighted. The computers default audio configuration is set up for most common devices. If you have a software or hardware conflict when using an adio device, change the settings in the Audio Options submenu.The submenu contains these fields:Sound: Choose Enabled, Disabled, or Auto. Select Enabled for the computer to use the default audio settings or the ones you set. Choose Auto to enable the operating system or the BIOS to configure the sound options.Base I/O address: Options are 220-233, 240-253, 260-273, and 280-293.FM I/O address: Options are 390-393, 398-39B, and 3A0-3A3.MPU I/O address: Options are 330-331, 300-301, 310-311, and 320-321.Interrupt: IRQ 5, IRQ 7, and IRQ 10.DMA channel: DMA 1,DMA 3, and DMA 0.Local Bus IDE adapter: Enables the integrated IDE local bus adapters. Options are Both (default), Disabled, and Primary. The Both option enables both the primary IDE adapter (for the hard drive) and the secondary IDE adapter (for the CD-ROM drive) on the computer.Large Disk Access Mode: Enables your computer’s operating system to work with drives larger than 540 MB. Choose DOS (default) for Microsoft operating systems. Choose Other for any other operating systems.Security MenuSelecting Security from the menu bar displays the Security menu. Set Password: Enables you to set password. A password restricts access to the system. see “Creating a Password” for instructions on setting a password.Password on boot: Determines whether the computer prompts for a password when starting up. The options are Enabled and Disabled. A password must be set before you can enable this option.
44 User’s Manual Fixed disk boot sector: Enables you to write-protect the hard drive boot sector to protect against viruses and alterations.The options are Normal (default) and Write protect. Virus check reminder: Enables the computer to prompt you to scan the computer for viruses. The prompt appears each time you start your computer or reboot until you respond with Y (yes). The options for this field are•Daily: Every day when you start your computer for the first time, the prompt appears.•Weekly: When you start your computer for the first time each week (after Sunday), the prompt appears.•Monthly: When you start your computer for the first time each month, the prompt appears.•Disabled: The prompt never appears. This is the default setting.For a Daily, Weekly, or Monthly prompt to be accurate, System Date in the Main menu must be set to the current date.System backup reminder: Enables the computer to prompt you to backup your files. The prompt appears each time you start your computer or reboot until you respond with Y (yes). The options for this field are•Daily: Every day when you start your computer for the first time, the prompt appears.•Weekly: When you start your computer for the first time each week (after Sunday), the prompt appears.•Monthly: When you start your computer for the first time each month, the system backup prompt appears.•Disabled: The prompt never appears. This is the default setting.For a Daily, Weekly, or Monthly prompt to be accurate, System Date in the Main menu must be set to the current date.Power MenuThe Power menu of System Setup allows you to enable and adjust your computer’s sophisticated power-saving features. Enabling these features extends the life of the battery.
Using System Setup 45Power Saving Mode: Enables and disables turbo mode. The options are Turbo (default) and Non-Turbo. If you set this field to Turbo, the microprocessor and hard drive run at full speed, unless affected by other power-savings settings. If you set this field to Non-Turbo, the microprocessor and the hard drive run at slow speed, unless there is user input or device activity.Standby Timeout: Sets the period of computer inactivity (no user input or device activity) that must pass before your computer automatically goes into standby mode. In standby mode some devices are turned off (including the LCD screen) and the microprocessor slows down. You can disable this option by selecting Off, or you can specify a Standby Timeout delay time of from 1 to 16 minutes. The default is 1 Minute.Rest Mode: Specifies the type of rest mode your computer enters:•Power On Suspend: Saves power by turning off the microprocessor and DMA clocks, video, and all controllable peripheral devices. Some power is still used when your system is in this mode. This rest mode is also known as suspend to RAM (random-access memory).•Save To Disk (default): Provides the greatest power-saving capabilities by essentially turning off your computer. In the save to disk mode, all system logic (except for your computer wakeup circuitry and battery charger) is turned off. During save to disk mode, the DRAM and video memory are saved to the hard drive and are restored when your computer resumes from rest.When the computer enters save to disk mode, it will not resume normal operation at a specified time no matter how the Resume On Time field is set.Rest Timeout: Sets the period of computer inactivity (no user input or device activity) that must pass before your computer enters rest mode. You can disable this option by selecting Off, or you can specify a Rest Timeout delay time of from 5 to 60 minutes. The default setting is 10 minutes.Resume On Modem Ring: Enables the computer to resume operation from rest mode in the event of modem communication. The computer will resume only if the Rest Mode field is set to Power On Suspend, not Save To Disk. The default setting is Off.Resume On Time: Enables the computer to resume operation from rest mode at a scheduled time. The computer will resume only if the Rest Mode field is set to Power On Suspend, not Save To Disk. If you set this field to On, you must set the Resume Time field as well. The default setting is Off.Resume Time: Specifies the time for your computer to automatically resume from rest mode. Enter two-digit numbers to indicate the hour, minutes, and seconds in
46 User’s Manual the format hh:mm:ss. Use a 24-hour clock. Use the tab key to move between the hour, minute, and second cells. Use the hyphen key <-> or <Space> bar to decrease or increase the numbers. You must set this option if you enable Resume On Time.Boot MenuThe Boot menu enables you to select a boot device and set boot options.Floppy check: Enables a check of the floppy drive during the tests performed by the computer at startup. When this field is enabled, a complete POST is performed at startup. The options are Enabled (default) and Disabled.Summary screen: Displays the system configuration when the computer starts. The options are Enabled (default) and Disabled.Boot Device Priority: Enables you to select the order in which the computer attempts to boot from different devices. The field has three options: Diskette Drive, Hard Drive, and ATAPI CD-ROM Drive.To choose a device as the first, second, or third boot device:1. Press <Enter> at the Boot Device Priority field2. Highlight the option with the <Up Arrow> or <Down Arrow> key.3. Press the <Space> bar or <-> (hyphen key) until the option moves up or down in the list of options and the number 1, 2, or 3 appears beside the option.4. Press <Esc> to return to the Boot menu.The default setting is 1.Diskette Drive , 2. Hard Drive, and 3. ATAPI CD-ROM Drive.If you want to start the system by bootable CD, put the ATAPI CD-ROM Drive at first of the Boot Device Priority and set the Auto option of the Type field in the IDE Adapter 1 Submenu at Main page.
Using System Setup 47Exit MenuSelect Exit from the menu bar to display the Exit menu.Pressing <Esc> does not exit this menu. You must select one of the options from this menu or a menu bar item to exit this menu.Exit Saving Changes: Enables you to exit System Setup and saves your changes. When you select this item and press <Enter>, a message appears asking you if you want to save your changes and exit System Setup. Choose Yes and press <Enter> to save your changes and exit. Choose No and press <Enter> to remain in System Setup.Exit Discarding Changes: Enables you to exit System Setup without saving your changes. When you select this item and press <Enter> a message appears asking you if you want to save changes before exiting. Choose No and press <Enter> to exit without saving changes. Choose Yes and press <Enter> to save changes and exit. Load Setup Defaults: Loads the default values for all System Setup parameters. When you select this option and press <Enter>, a message appears asking if you want to load the default configuration. Choose Yes and press <Enter> to load default settings and remain in System Setup. Choose No and press <Enter> to retain your changes and remain in System Setup.Discard Changes: Enables you to discard the selections you have made and restore the values you previously saved. When you select this option and press <Enter>, a message appears asking if you want to load the previous configuration. Choose Yes and press <Enter> to load the previous settings and remain in System Setup. Choose No and press <Enter> to retain your changes and remain in System Setup.Save Changes: Saves your selections without exiting System Setup. When you select this option and press <Enter>, a message appears asking if you want to save configuration changes. Choose Yes and press <Enter> to save changes and remain in System Setup. Choose No and press <Enter> to discard changes and remain in System Setup.
48 User’s Manual Using System SecurityThis section describes the security options provided with your computer.Creating a PasswordThe computer password prevents unauthorized access to the computer. You can set security fields in System Setup so that a password is needed at startup. If you have set a password, you must enter it to open System Setup.To create a password:1. At startup, press <F2> to open System Setup.2. Use the <Right Arrow> key to select the Security menu.3. Press <Enter> at the Set Password field. The Set Password dialog box appears.4. Type a password of up to seven characters. You can enter letters or numbers, but you cannot use the function keys. Your computer does not distinguish between capitalized and lowercase letters in your password. As you type the password, the cursor moves but your password does not appear on the screen. 5. Press <Enter> after you have typed your password. The computer prompts you to reenter your password for verification. 6. Type your password again and press <Enter>. A message appears telling you that the changes have been saved. 7. Press <Enter> again to return to the Security menu.Deleting a PasswordTo delete the password:1. At startup, press <F2> to open System Setup.2. Type your password when prompted and press <Enter>.3. Use the <Right Arrow> key to select the Security menu.4. Press <Enter> at the Set Password field. The Set Password dialog box appears.
Using System Security 495. Type your current password and press <Enter>.6. Press <Enter> at the prompt Enter New Password. Do not type anything. The computer prompts you to confirm the password.7. Press <Enter> again. Do not type anything. A message appears telling you that the changes have been saved.8. Press <Enter> again to return to the Security menu.Requiring a Password When the Computer Starts After you create a password, you can enable the computer to prompt for a password each time the computer starts.To enable the prompt, select the option Enabled in the Password on boot field in System Setup. For more information about the Password on boot field, see “Security Menu” .Locking the Hard Drive Boot SectorYou can lock the hard drive boot sector to protect against viruses or alterations.To lock the hard drive boot sector, select the option Write protect in the Fixed disk boot sector field in System Setup. For more information about the Fixed disk boot sector field, see “Security Menu” .Locking the KeyboardThe keyboard lock enables you to protect your system when you walk away from it for a time. To use the keyboard lock, you must first enable a password through System Setup. (see “Creating a Password” for instructions.)To lock your keyboard, press <Fn+F7>. To unlock your keyboard, type your password and press <Enter>.
50 User’s Manual Using Power Management OptionsYour computer includes power-management options that can help the battery charge last longer and extend the life of the battery, LCD panel, and other components. Power-management options slow down or shut off system components when the components are not being used. Power management slows down system performance. Your computer runs fastest with the power cord attached, when no power management is in effect.If your computer shipped from the factory with Windows 98 installed, APM (advanced power management) is enabled. APM works with the settings in System Setup to control power management. APM may delay the computer from entering rest mode if full power is needed to complete an operation. Some applications may require the computer to run at full speed to operate correctly. If you experience any problems with an application, try disabling power management.When running the computer from the battery, you can press <Fn+F3> to set the computer to full speed. If your computer shipped from the factory with Windows NT installed, PowerProfiler software was included to support power management. Non-Turbo ModeIn non-turbo (or idle) mode, the microprocessor and hard drive run at slow speed unless there is user input or device activity. To enable non-turbo mode, set the Power Saving Mode field in System Setup to Non-Turbo.When you touch the touchpad or press a key or when there is device activity, the computer returns to full-speed (turbo) operation.
Using Power Management Options 51Standby ModeThe Standby Timeout field in System Setup enables you to specify the time period that the computer can remain idle (no user input or disk activity) before the computer enters standby mode. You can disable this option by selecting Off, or you can specify a Standby Timeout delay time of from 1 to 16 minutes. In standby mode, the system and video memory and the video controller slow down. The LCD backlight, hard drive, floppy drive, PC Card controller, and some other devices turn off to save energy. DPMS (display power-management signaling), a form of monitor power management, to an external monitor is invoked.To resume from standby, press the Power Button or touch the touchpad. Do not press any keys on your keyboard. If you press a key to resume from standby, your computer will recognize the function of the key you pressed and perform that function. For example, if you press <N> and a document is open, an “n” is typed into your document. If you enable both standby and rest modes, your computer enters standby when the delay time you chose for standby has elapsed, and then enters rest mode when the delay time you chose for rest mode has elapsed.Rest ModeThe Rest Timeout field in System Setup enables you to specify the time period the computer can remain idle (no user input or device activity) before the computer enters rest mode. You can disable this option by selecting Off, or you can specify a Rest Timeout delay time of from 5 to 60 minutes. The Rest Mode field in System Setup defines what type of rest mode your computer enters:•Power On Suspend: This mode saves power by turning off the microprocessor and DMA clocks, video, and all controllable peripheral devices. The computer still uses some power while in this mode. If you leave your computer in power on suspend for several days without the power cord attached, the computer’s battery will discharge.
52 User’s Manual •Save To Disk: This mode provides the greatest power-saving capabilities by essentially turning off your computer. In this mode, all system logic (except for your computer wakeup circuitry and battery charger) is turned off. During save to disk mode, the DRAM and video memory are saved to the hard drive and are restored when your computer resumes operation.You can press <Fn+F11> to manually place your computer into rest mode. When you use the <Fn+F11> key combination, your computer may postpone entering rest mode during a critical operation, such as reading from or writing to the hard drive.To resume to full-power mode, press the power button. Once all devices return to full-power mode, all active software applications and system states are restored to exactly how they were before your computer entered rest mode.When your computer enters or resumes from save to disk mode, screens appear indicating system status. These status screens do not appear when the computer enters or resumes from power on suspend.
Using Power Management Options 53Rest Mode PrecautionsObserve the following precautions when using rest mode:•Save all open files before you press <Fn+F11> to manually place your computer into rest mode.•If you purchased a new hard drive, make sure that you create a save to disk partition equal to the amount of system memory plus 2 MB before you enable save to disk mode. see “Creating a Save to Disk Partition” for more information.•Do not try to resume to full-power mode using battery power if the battery charge is low. If the battery charge is too low, the system may not be able to resume fully. Plug in the power cord if your computer cannot resume normal operation because of a low battery charge.When your computer is in power on suspend or save to disk mode, do not connect or remove any devices (including PC Cards or memory modules) because you may damage the computer or resume to full power may fail. If a floppy disk is in the floppy drive, do not remove it or switch it with another disk.However, you can plug in the power cord if the resume to full power fails because of a low battery charge.When the computer is in save to disk mode, you can remove and replace the battery.Using PowerProfilerPowerProfiler enables you to set power-management options for computers shipped with Windows NT installed. To open the PowerProfiler window, double-click the battery icon on the right corner of the Windows taskbar. If you click the icon with the right mouse button, a menu appears with an option to put the computer in suspend (rest mode).Click the Standard tab in PowerProfiler to set timeouts for the LCD and the hard drive. You can also set power management to be enabled Always, Battery Only, or Never. The Advanced screen in PowerProfiler enables resume from rest options, and the Battery screen enables options to conserve battery life.
54 User’s Manual Keep the following in mind when using PowerProfiler:•If you disable power management in PowerProfiler, the setting overrides any power-management settings in System Setup. •If you enable LCD and hard drive timeouts in PowerProfiler and the standby timeout in System Setup, the LCD and hard drive turn off when the shortest timeout period in either program passes.•If you disable the Resume on Time field in System Setup, the same field in PowerProfiler is also automatically disabled. An easy way to work with these two fields is to set the resume time to 0 in System Setup and set the actual resume time that you desire in PowerProfiler.•To enable your computer to resume from rest on a modem ring, enable the Resume on Modem field in System Setup and the same field in PowerProfiler.PowerProfiler maintains the accuracy of the system clock when the computer resumes from rest mode. If PowerProfiler is closed or removed from your hard drive, your system clock may not be accurate when your computer resumes from rest mode.For more information on PowerProfiler, see the Help option in the PowerProfiler software.
Creating a Save to Disk Partition 55Creating a Save to Disk PartitionThe hard drive shipped in your computer has a save to disk partition in which data from system and video memory is stored during save to disk mode. The partition is the maximum size needed for your computer and supports system memory of 128 MB. You can add memory modules to your computer without changing the size of the partition.If you add a new hard drive to your computer, you need to create a save to disk partition on the new hard drive.If you do not intend to use save to disk mode, you do not need to create a save to disk partition. You can use the Phoenix PHDISK utility, provided with your computer, to create the save to disk partition. Before you use PHDISK to create a save to disk partition, do the following:•Under the Boot menu in System Setup, set Diskette Drive as the first boot device and CD-ROM Drive as the second. (see “Using System Setup” for information on setting options.)•Create a startup disk for your operating system.•Create a PHDISK disk. If you want to put programs or files from your current hard drive onto the new hard drive, do the following before creating a save to disk partition on the new drive:•Back up data files on your old hard drive. – For Windows 98, you can use the Microsoft Backup Utility. To open the Microsoft Backup utility, click the Start button on the Windows 98 taskbar, select Programs, select Accessories, select System Tools, and click Backup.– For Windows NT, you can use the Windows NT Backup Utility to back up data files. The Backup Utility requires a tape drive. You can also back up files to a network.•Create copies of any software that is on the hard drive. For Windows 98, you can use the Create System Disks Utility to create these copies. To open the
56 User’s Manual utility, click the Start button on the Windows taskbar, select Programs, select Accessories, select System Tools, and click Create System Disks.After you complete the above procedures, use PHDISK to create a save to disk partition.If you do not intend to use the save to disk mode, you can delete the save to disk partition on a hard drive using PHDISK /delete. Then you can repartition and reformat the save to disk partition for some other application. Back up your hard drive before deleting the partition if you feel unsure of how to do this.Windows 98To create a suspend partition if your computer’s operating system is Windows 98:1. Turn off the computer, remove your old hard drive, and insert the new one into your computer. (See ”Using the Hard Drive” for instructions.)2. Insert the startup disk for your operating system into the floppy drive and start your computer. 3. After your system boots, remove the startup disk from the floppy drive and insert the PHDISK disk.4. At the A: prompt, type:phdisk /c 68608 /p and then press <Enter>.PHDISK automatically creates a save to disk partition of the maximum size for your computer.When the save to disk partition has been created, the following message appears: Save to disk partition created successfully5. Remove the PHDISK floppy disk from the floppy drive and insert the startup disk.
Creating a Save to Disk Partition 576. Use the FDISK utility in DOS to create user partitions on your drive, and then restart your computer. Be careful not to delete the non-DOS partition that you just created with PHDISK.7. Use the Format command to format the new partitions, and then restart your computer.8. Remove the startup disk and turn off your computer.9. Install your computer’s operating system.10. Reinstall any program and data files that you backed up.If you do not intend to use the save to disk mode, you can delete the save to disk partition on the hard drive using PHDISK/delete. Then you can repartition and reformat the save to disk partition for some other application. Back up your hard drive before deleting the partition if you are unsure of how to do this.Windows NTTo create a suspend partition if your computer’s operating system is Windows NT:To create a save to disk partition, you need a DOS bootable disk that contains FDISK and the Format command. This disk is not provided with your system.1. Turn off the computer, remove your old hard drive, and insert the new one into your computer. (See ”Using the Hard Drive” for instructions.)2. Insert the bootable disk into the floppy drive and start your computer. 3. After your system boots, remove the bootable disk from the floppy drive and insert the PHDISK disk.4. At the A: prompt, type:phdisk /c 68608 /p and then press <Enter>.PHDISK automatically creates a save to disk partition of the maximum size for your computer.
58 User’s Manual When the save to disk partition has been created, the following message appears: Save to disk partition created successfully5. When you are prompted to restart (or reset) the computer, remove the PHDISK floppy disk from the floppy drive and insert the startup disk. Restart the computer.6. Use the FDISK utility in DOS and the format command to complete the preparation of your hard drive. Be careful not to delete the non-DOS partition that you just created with PHDISK.7. Use the Format command to format the new partitions, and then restart your computer.8. Remove the startup disk and turn off your computer.9. Install your computer’s operating system.10. Reinstall any program and data files that you backed up.
Changing the Video Configuration 59Changing the Video ConfigurationYour computer includes either a DSTN screen or a TFT screen. DSTN screens use less energy than TFT screens but are not as sharp or bright. TFT screens, or active-matrix displays, consume more power but create sharper and brighter images. The capabilities of the screen plus the video drivers installed on the computer determine the quality of the image your LCD can display.The following sections describe the display capabilities of your computer.Resolution and Color DepthThe resolution of the LCD is the sharpness of the image it can display. Resolution is measured in number of pixels (individual dots) displayed on the entire screen. In general, the more pixels the LCD can display, the better the image. Your SVGA (super video graphics array) LCD supports a maximum display of 800x600, about 480,000 pixels. The number of colors the LCD can display is measured by how many bits the LCD uses to represent each pixel:•8-bit color can support 256 different colors. •16-bit color can support 64 K (65,536) colors. •24-bit color can support 16 MB (16.8 million) colors. Table 8 lists the basic video mode capabilities and maximum colors supported by your computer.
60 User’s Manual Table 8. Video Driver CapabilitiesAll these video modes can be displayed on an external monitor. However, if you disconnect an external monitor that was attached to your computer and then start the computer, the LCD may revert to a different resolution than the one you chose for the external monitor.For Desktop area settings of more than 800x600, your LCD uses panning.Selecting a Monitor TypeWhen you attach an external monitor to your computer, Windows 98 automatically selects display settings for it. If you wish, you can adjust the display settings by selecting a monitor type:1. Click Start on the Windows 98 taskbar. 2. Select Settings. 3. Click Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears.4. Double-click the Display icon. The Display Properties window appears.5. Click the Settings tab. The Settings screen appears.6. Click the Advanced Properties button. The Advanced Display Properties screen appears.7. Click the Monitor tab. Software Drivers Resolution Supported Number of ColorsWindows 98 640x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1152x864, 1280x1024, 1600x1200640x480, 800x600,1024x768 640x480, 800x600256 25665,53616.8 million Windows NT 640x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1280x1024640x480, 800x600, 1024x768640x480, 800x600256 65,53616.8 millionWindows v3.x 640x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1280x1024640x480, 800x600, 1024x768640x480, 800x60025665,53616.8 million
Changing the Video Configuration 618. Click the Change button. The Select Device screen appears.9. Select a manufacturer and model setting that matches your external monitor. Your computer has an intelligent video chip set that automatically matches your LCD panel resolution and frequency when an external monitor is not present.10. Click the OK button.11. Click the Close button. Follow any prompts that appear on the screen.Changing Color Depth and ResolutionTo change the color depth and resolution of your LCD or external monitor:1. Click Start on the Windows taskbar. 2. Select Settings. 3. Click Control Panel. The Control Panel window appears.4. Double-click the Display icon. The Display Properties window appears.5. Click the Settings tab. The Settings screen appears.6. To change the color depth, click the arrow next to Color palette and select the color depth you want.7. To change the resolution, click and drag the knob under Desktop until you select the resolution you want. The desktop area display can be set larger than 800x600 resolution, but the screen display cannot be.8. Click the Apply button.9. Follow the prompts that appear on the screen.
62 User’s Manual Working with PC CardsBy installing PC Cards, you can add functions to your notebook computer similar to those found on add-in boards for desktop computers. Available PC Cards include:•Input/output, such as modem, network, pager, video capture, and SCSI cards.•Storage, such as hard drive cards.•Combo cards, such as a combination modem and network card.Your computer includes the following PC Card support:•Two PC-Card slots: You can install Type I, II, or III cards in the slots. Type III cards are thicker than Types I and II. If you install a Type III card in the bottom slot, you cannot install a card in the top slot.•CardBus hardware and software: CardBus enables the computer to use 32-bit PC Cards. Windows 98 supports 32-bit and 16-bit PC Cards. The SystemSoft® CardWizard™ for Windows NT program, provided with systems that ship from the factory with Windows NT installed, also supports both 16-bit and 32-bit cards.•Zoomed video: The bottom PC Card slot and the video chip on your computer support zoomed video. When you install a zoom video PC Card in the bottom slot, data can be transferred directly from the PC Card to video and audio systems without going through the microprocessor. Video conferencing and real-time multimedia devices, such as video cameras, are supported by zoomed video.To use the CardBus and zoomed video technology with Windows NT, install the CardBus and zoomed video drivers provided with your PC Card. If no drivers were supplied with your card, contact the PC Card manufacturer. ATA (AT attachment) and modem PC Cards do not require extra drivers.Maintaining PC CardsTo maintain your PC Cards, follow these guidelines:•Keep cards away from excessive heat, direct sunlight, and liquids.
Working with PC Cards 63•Do not drop, bend, flex, or crush cards when handling.•Keep dust, magnets, and static electricity away from PC Cards.•When a card is not in use, carry it in its protective carrying case.•Some PC Cards include cables that extend from the back of the cards. Be careful not to bend or put excessive strain on these cables.Using PC CardsYou can install PC Cards while the computer is on.To insert a PC Card into a slot:1. Push the slot door with a PC Card. 2. Align the card with a slot and insert the card into the slot until it locks in place (Figure 18).The eject button for the card slot operates in two steps.To remove a PC Card:1. push the button once to pop it outward. 2. Push the button again, then the card will be ejected.Figure 18. Inserting a PC CardPC CardEject button
64 User’s Manual Windows 98Windows 98 automatically assigns computer resources (such as communication ports and memory addresses) to a PC Card installed in your computer. For further information on configuring a PC Card in Windows 98, see the index entry PC card in the Windows Help. Windows 98 also handles power management for PC Cards.To remove a PC Card from your computer if your operating system is Windows 98:Use the following procedures to remove PC Cards, or you may lose data that is being stored to a card.1. Click the PC Card icon on the taskbar.2. Select the name of the card you want to remove, and then click the Stop button.3. Push the card eject button on the side of the PC Card slot when prompted to do so.4. Pull the card out of the PC Card slot.
Working with PC Cards 65Windows NTSystemsoft Card Wizard is shipped with this notebook computer that use Windows NT as the operating system. When you install a PC Card, CardWizard attempts to configure it automatically. If Card Wizard successfully assigns system resources to your card, the computer beeps twice.If CardWizard cannot automatically configure your PC Card, the computer beeps once and a message appears telling you that the card has not been configured. Click the Wizard button on the CardWizard window. CardWizard then analyzes why the card was not configured and fixes the problem or gives you information to help fix the problem.CardWizard works with the PowerProfiler program to manage PC Cards when the computer enters or resumes from rest mode. CardWizard gives you instructions to prevent loss of data before the computer enters rest mode or may stop the computer from entering rest mode. ATA and modem cards can enter rest mode.Follow these guidelines when using PC Cards with CardWizard:•LAN (local-area network) cards can be inserted while the computer is on but should be removed only when the system is turned off.•SCSI cards should be inserted at startup to enable Windows NT to find the device attached to the SCSI card. SCSI cards can be removed when the computer is turned off. If you restart your computer without the SCSI card installed, a message may appear telling you that a service did not start. You can ignore this message.•Modem and ATA cards can be inserted and removed while the computer is on. Before you remove a modem or ATA card from your computer, stop the card through the CardWizard program or you may lose data.To stop and remove a PC Card from your computer:1. In the SystemSoft CardWizard screen, click with the right mouse button on the name of the card you want to remove.2. Click Stop in the Actions menu. A red stop sign appears on the main screen when the card is stopped.3. Click OK.
66 User’s Manual 4. Push the card eject button on the side of the PC Card slot.5. Pull the card out of the slot compartment.For more information on using the CardWizard program, see the CardWizard Help.
Upgrading Memory 67Upgrading MemoryYou can increase system memory by installing optional memory modules. You can install 8, 16, 32, or 64 MB modules. Install memory modules in any combination of sizes.To avoid possible system problems, use only approved memory modules in your computer.Before You Install MemoryTo prevent personal injury and damage to the equipment, follow the precautions listed here before installing a memory module.Take the following precautions when installing memory modules:•Before you remove the memory module compartment door, turn off the computer, unplug the power cord, and remove the battery. Also, disconnect any peripheral devices.•Before handling a memory module, discharge any static electricity by touching a grounded surface or using a grounding wrist strap.•Do not insert objects with conductive material, such as metal screwdrivers or graphite pencils, into the memory-module compartment.•Be careful in handling the metal plate of the memory door.
68 User’s Manual Installing a Memory ModuleHandle memory modules carefully. Hold them only by the edges.To install a memory module:1. Turn the computer over so that the bottom faces up.2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screw that holds the memory-module compartment door in place (Figure 19).Figure 19. Removing the Memory Module Compartment Door3. Grasp the edge of the door and pull the door off the chassis.4. Remove installed modules if necessary:When removing modules, pull on the plastic portion of the connector slots tabs only. Do not pull on the metal part of the tabs, or you may damage the tabs.a. Pull the tabs on the connector slot outward slightly, until the edge of the memory module pops up (Figure 20).
Upgrading Memory 69Figure 20. Removing a Memory Moduleb. Hold the memory module by the edges and pull it forward out of the compartment.5. Align the connector on the memory module with the connector of the slot.6. Push the memory module into the slot at a slight angle until the connectors are fully engaged (Figure 21).7. Push down on the edge of the memory module until the module snaps into place.Tabs
70 User’s Manual Figure 21. Installing a Memory Module8. Align the memory module compartment door with the compartment and push the door down until it snaps into place.9. Reinstall the screw you removed in step 2.10. Turn on the computer and perform a complete POST to check the memory integrity.
About Drivers and System Resources 71About Drivers and System ResourcesThis section gives you basic information about drivers and system IRQs.DriversA driver is a program that enables the operating system to work with a hardware device. Your computer includes drivers for the audio, video, infrared, touchpad, keyboard, CD-ROM drive, hard drive, floppy drive, and PC Card controller. When you add a device to your computer, such as a printer, you install a driver for that device. Different drivers are used by different operating systems.IRQsMost of the devices in your computer or connected to your computer need their own IRQ (interrupt request line). The IRQ is a hardware line that a device can use to send signals to the microprocessor. When the device needs the microprocessor’s service, the device sends an interrupt request signal to the microprocessor.The number of IRQs available for any computer is limited by industry standards. Because it ships with numerous features, this computer uses most of the available IRQs. If you add another device to your computer, you may need to disable an existing device to free up an IRQ for the new device. IRQ resources are of particular concern when the computer is attached to a docking device.The default IRQ settings that are used by your computer are listed in Table 9 and Table 10.Table 9. IRQs, Windows 98 SystemsIRQ Component0System timer1Keyboard2Internal Controller3IrDA Port4COM 1, COM 3
72 User’s Manual 5USB6Floppy controller7 LPT1 (parallel port)8CMOS/Clock9ACPI bus SCI IRQ10 Modem/Sound11 CardBus12 Touchpad, PS/2 mouse13 Numeric data processor14 IDE 1 (hard drive)15 IDE 2 (CD-ROM drive)IRQ Component
About Drivers and System Resources 73Table 10. IRQs, Windows NT SystemsIn Windows 98, you can configure a device so that the device is disabled when you connect your computer to a docking station but enabled when the computer is not connected to the docking station. With this configuration, an IRQ is available for a peripheral device that you connect to the docking station. See your Windows 98 manual for more information. IRQ Component0System timer1Keyboard2Internal Controller3COM 2, COM 44 COM 1, COM 35Sound6Floppy controller7 LPT1 (parallel port)8CMOS/Clock9USB10 (available)11 CardBus12 Touchpad, PS/2 mouse13 Numeric data processor14 IDE 1 (hard drive)15 IDE 2 (CD-ROM drive)
74 User’s Manual TroubleshootingIf you ever have difficulty running your computer, follow these steps: 1. Consult the following sections for advice on how to handle system problems.2. If steps 1 does not help you to resolve the problem, contact your reseller for assistance.Operating ProblemsThis section tells you what to do if you have problems running your computer. If any problem persists after you take corrective action, contact your reseller for assistance.The computer does nothing when you turn it on.Has the battery run down? Connect the power cord to get power and recharge the battery. Try turning on the computer again.The computer is not behaving as expected.Operating your computer at high speed with the cache enabled may cause system instability and incompatibility with some operating systems. If your computer is not behaving as expected and no error messages appear, disable the External Cache setting in the Memory Cache field of System Setup. Nothing appears on the LCD panel when you turn on the computer.Adjust the brightness and contrast on an DSTN LCD or the brightness on a TFT LCD. Are you using an external monitor? If so, press <Fn+F5> to return to the LCD panel.Nothing appears on the external monitor when you switch the display to it.Is the monitor properly connected to the computer? Is the monitor’s power cord connected to an AC wall outlet? Check the brightness and contrast controls on the monitor. Does the program appear on the LCD panel instead of the external monitor? If so, press <Fn+F5> to switch to the monitor. Try turning the monitor off and on again.The external monitor displays flashes or waves.Check the cables between the monitor and the computer. Are they properly installed?
Troubleshooting 75Some of the letter keys type numbers instead of the indicated letters.Is the Num Lock light on? If so, the numeric keypad on the keyboard is active. To return the keypad keys to typing letters, press <Num Lock>.Battery power seems to run out faster than expected.If you are running the computer from the battery rather than the power cord, make sure that you set the Battery Power Saving Mode field in System Setup to Non-Turbo. This setting enables the microprocessor and the hard drive to slow down when the computer is idle. You can also enable other power-saving options through System Setup. Set the timeout times in the Standby Timeout and Rest Timeout fields to the shortest times to ensure maximum power savings. Certain software programs “hang” during operations when there is no interaction with the keyboard or peripheral devices.Your computer may be in standby or rest mode. Tap the touchpad to resume from standby or press the power button to resume from rest.A serial or parallel device attached to a serial or parallel port on the rear panel of the system unit does not work properly.Check the attached device. Is it turned on? Is the cable properly installed between the device and the port? If you are using an operating system that is not plug and play compliant, make sure the Plug & Play O/S field in System Setup is set to No. Check to make sure that the port is enabled in System Setup.A PC Card does not work correctly.Make sure that the PC Card is inserted right side up in the PC Card slot. Check that the card is inserted fully into the slot. If you are using a PC Card modem, check the modem cable connections. For the Windows 98 operating system, try setting the Plug & Play OS field in System Setup to Yes to enable Windows 98 to autosense an older PC Card. For the Windows NT operating system, make sure Plug & Play O/S in System Setup is set to No. The System Setup settings are not retained when you turn off the computer.The CMOS battery inside the computer may need to be replaced. The CMOS battery provides power to save the system BIOS information when the computer is turned off. Normally, the CMOS battery lasts for several years. Do not attempt to open the chassis and replace this battery yourself or your warranty is void. Have an authorized the manufacturer’s service center replace the CMOS battery.
76 User’s Manual Infrared ProblemsIf your computer’s operating system is Windows 98, you can enable and use the infrared port. The Windows NT 4.0 operating system does not support infrared.If you are unable to transfer files with the infrared port, check the following:•Make sure the COM2 port field in System Setup is set to 2F8, IRQ 3. The field is in the Advanced Menu under Integrated Peripherals.•The receiving device must be positioned properly. There must be no more than three feet of distance between the computer’s infrared port and the receiving infrared device. •The sending and receiving devices need to be on the same level vertically. Place them on the same table if possible.•Make sure the infrared ports on the sending and receiving devices face each other, with no more than a 30 degree angle between the two infrared ports.•Make sure that nothing is obstructing the file transfer path between the computer’s infrared port and the receiving infrared device. If you still cannot transfer a file, see the documentation for the infrared software.
Specifications 77SpecificationsTable 11 gives the specifications for your computer.Table 11. System SpecificationsDimensionWidth 11.9 in (30.8 cm)Height 2.0 in (5.2 cm)Depth 10.0 in (25.3 cm)Weight (with NiMH battery & TFT LCD) 7.14 lb (3240 g)LCD viewing area (12.1 DSTN) 9.6 x 7.2 in (245.0 x 183.7 mm)LCD viewing area (12.1 TFT) 9.7 x 7.3 in (246.0 x 184.5 mm)EnvironmentAmbient temperature, operating 50o–90o F (10o–32oC)Ambient temperature, storage 23o–104o F (-5o–40o C)Relative humidity (noncondensing), operating20–80%Relative humidity (noncondensing), storage5–90%Altitude, operating 0 to 8,000 ft (0 to 2,348 m)Altitude, storage 0 to 40,000 ft (0 to 12,192 m)Shock, operating 10 G for 11 ms half sineShock, nonoperating 60 G for 11 ms half sineNickel-Metal Hydride BatteryWeight 1.33 lb (607 g)Nominal open circuit voltage 12.0 VCCCapacity, typical 3500 mAhr, 42whrCharging time, approximate, with computer turned off2.5 hr (Li-Ion)5hr (Ni_MH)Charging time, approximate, with computer turned on5 hr (Li-Ion)9 hr (Ni_MH)Average battery life, with no power management enabled3.2 hr
78 User’s Manual External AC AdapterOperating voltage 100 VAC to 240 VACLine frequency 50-60 HzInput current 1.3 A 100 V—0.7 A 240 VOutput current 2.63 AOutput voltage 19.0 VDC
Abbreviations 79Abbreviations Your computer’s documentation uses the following abbreviations:A . . . . . . . . . AmperesAC . . . . . . . . Alternating currentAPM . . . . . . Advanced Power ManagementATA. . . . . . . AT attachment (refers to the hard-drive interface in an AT-compatible computer)ATAPI. . . . . AT attachment packet interfaceBBS . . . . . . . Bulletin board systemBIOS . . . . . . Basic input/output systemC . . . . . . . . . CentigradeCD . . . . . . . . Compact discCD-ROM . . Compact disc read-only memorycm . . . . . . . . CentimetersCOM . . . . . . Communication (as in communication port)CMOS . . . . . Complementary metal-oxide semiconductorDC . . . . . . . . Direct currentDMA . . . . . . Direct memory accessDPMS . . . . . Display power-management signalingDRAM. . . . . Dynamic random access memoryDSTN . . . . . Double layer super twist nematicECP . . . . . . . Extended capabilities portEPP . . . . . . . Enhanced parallel portF. . . . . . . . . . FahrenheitFIR . . . . . . . Fast infraredft . . . . . . . . . Feetg. . . . . . . . . . gramG . . . . . . . . . GravityGB . . . . . . . . Gigabyteshr. . . . . . . . . hourHz . . . . . . . . Hertz
80 User’s Manual IDE . . . . . . . Integrated drive electronics in . . . . . . . . . InchesI/O . . . . . . . . Input/outputIrDA . . . . . . Infrared Data AssociationIRQ . . . . . . . Interrupt request lineISA . . . . . . . Industry Standard ArchitectureKB . . . . . . . . Kilobyteskg. . . . . . . . . KilogramsLAN. . . . . . . Local-area networklb . . . . . . . . . PoundsLBA . . . . . . . Logical block addressingLCD. . . . . . . Liquid-crystal displaym . . . . . . . . . MetersmA. . . . . . . . MilliamperemAhr . . . . . . Milliampere hourMB. . . . . . . . Megabytemm . . . . . . . millimeterMPU . . . . . . Microprocessor unitms . . . . . . . . MillisecondPDF . . . . . . . Portable document formatPC . . . . . . . . Personal computerPCI . . . . . . . Peripheral component interconnectPCMCIA. . . Personal Computer Memory Card International AssociationPOST. . . . . . Power-on self-testPNP . . . . . . . Plug and playPS/2 . . . . . . . Personal System/2RAM . . . . . . Random-access memoryROM . . . . . . Read-only memorySVGA . . . . . Super video graphics arrayTFT . . . . . . . Thin-film transistorUSB . . . . . . . Universal serial busV . . . . . . . . . VoltVAC . . . . . . Voltage alternating current
Abbreviations 81VCC . . . . . . Voltage collector currentVDC . . . . . . Voltage direct currentwhr . . . . . . . Watt hour
82 User’s Manual GlossaryAC adapterThe AC (or alternating current) adapter regulates current coming into your computer from the wall outlet. The current at the wall outlet is alternating current and needs to be changed by the adapter to DC (direct current) before your computer can use it for power.BIOSBIOS stands for basic input/output system. The BIOS is software (often called firmware) that is independent of any operating system. It enables the computer to communicate with the screen, keyboard, and other peripheral devices without using programs on the hard disk. The BIOS on your computer is flash BIOS, which means that it has been recorded on a flash memory chip that can be updated if needed. BootTo start your computer. A cold boot resets the entire computer and runs through all computer self-tests. A warm boot clears out computer memory only.Boot diskA disk containing operating system programs required to start your computer. A boot disk can be a floppy disk, hard drive, or compact disc.ByteThe basic unit of measure for computer memory. A character—such as a letter of the alphabet—uses one byte of memory. Computer memory is often measured in kilobytes (1,024 bytes) or megabytes (1,048,576 bytes).Each byte is made up of eight bits. For more information on bytes and bits, see an introductory book on computers.Cache memoryCache is very fast, zero-wait-state memory located between the microprocessor and main memory. Cache reduces the average time required for the microprocessor to get the data it needs from the main memory by storing recently accessed data in the cache.
Glossary 83CardBusCardBus technology enables the computer to use 32-bit PC Cards. Hardware in the computer and the Windows 98 operating system provide support for the 32-bit cards. The voltage of 32-bit cards (3.3 volts) is lower than that of 16-bit cards (5 volts). The 32-bit cards can transmit more data at a time than the 16-bit cards, thus increasing their speed. CMOS memoryCMOS (complementary metal oxide semiconductor) memory is powered by the CMOS battery. The System Setup settings and other parameters are maintained in CMOS memory. Even when you turn your computer off, the information in CMOS memory is saved.COM portCOM stands for communication. COM ports are the serial ports in your computer.Conventional memoryThe first 640 KB of system memory. Operating systems and application programs can directly access this memory without using memory-management software.DiscA compact disc (CD).DiskThe device used by the computer to store and retrieve information. Disk can refer to a floppy disk, hard disk, or RAM disk.Disk cacheA software device that accumulates copies of recently used disk sectors in RAM. The application program can then read these copies without accessing the disk. This, in turn, speeds up the performance of the application.A cache is a buffer for transferring disk sectors in and out of RAM. Data stored in a disk cache is a copy of data already stored on the physical disk.DMA (direct memory access)A method of transferring data from a device to memory without having the data pass through the microprocessor. Using DMA can speed up system performance.
84 User’s Manual DSTN (Double layer super twist nematic) LCDA DSTN LCD uses a scanning matrix to control image pixels. In a DSTN screen, the matrix scans the image twice each time the screen is refreshed. This provides a better image than provided by single layer LCDs. A DSTN LCD is also sometimes called a passive matrix LCD.Floppy diskA removable disk, also called floppy or diskette.Hard driveAlso called fixed disk. A hard drive is connected to the computer and can be installed or removed. Data written to a hard drive remains until it is overwritten or corrupted.The 2.5-inch hard drive in your computer was designed for use in a notebook computer. Because hard drives in notebook computers are smaller than those in desktop computers, their maximum storage capacity may be less than that of desktop hard drives. However, because of their smaller size, the drives handle shock and vibration better than larger drives, which is important for a notebook computer.I/OInput/output. Refers to peripheral devices, such as printers, that are addressed through an I/O address.I/O addressI/O stands for input/output. Peripheral devices, such as printers, are addressed through the I/O port address.IRQ (interrupt request line)The IRQ is a hardware line that a device uses to signal the microprocessor when the device needs the microprocessor’s services. The number of IRQs is limited by industry standards. LCD (liquid-crystal display)The LCD screen on your computer differs from the display screen of a desktop monitor. Most desktop monitors use CRT (cathode-ray tube) displays, which work by moving an electron beam across phosphor dots on the back of the screen. The phosphor dots light up to show the image. LCDs use a liquid-crystal solution between two sheets of polarizing material. Electric current passing through the liquid aligns the crystals so that light can or cannot pass through them, creating an image.
Glossary 85MB(megabyte)1,024 kilobytes.Megabit1,048,576 bits or about 128 kilobytes.Operating systemA program that supervises the computer's operation, including handling I/O. Application programs and users can request operating-system services. A user might request operation-system services to copy files or format a disk. An application program might use the operating system to obtain keyboard input, write data to a file, or write data to a screen.PC CardPC Card stands for personal computer card. The Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA) defines the standards used to develop all PC Cards. PC Card types include: modems, Ethernet adapters, SCSI adapters, ATA cards, and memory cards.PC slotThe PC slot is the hardware slot in the computer where the PC Card is placed. PixelA pixel is an individual dot in a graphic displayed on your computer. The pixels are so close together that they look as though they are connected. An LCD screen displays thousands or millions of pixels. Plug and PlayA plug and play operating system automatically configures computer components to work with your system. With this type of operating system, you normally do not need to set jumpers on devices or set memory addresses or IRQs.POSTPOST stands for power-on self-test. POST is a test performed by the computer whenever you turn on the power. POST checks system integrity.RAM (random access memory)The computer's system memory, including conventional and extended memory. You can write to and read from RAM. Information stored in RAM is temporary, and is erased when the system is turned off.
86 User’s Manual Refresh rateThe refresh rate is the rate at which the image on the LCD screen is rewritten to the screen. A fast refresh rate helps keep the image from flickering.ResolutionThe resolution is the sharpness or clarity of the image on your LCD screen. Resolution is measured by the number of pixels the computer’s screen can display. For example, a resolution of 800x600 means that the screen can display 800 pixels in row and can display 600 rows. The more pixels displayed, the higher the resolution and the better the image. ROM (read-only memory)Permanent computer memory dedicated to a particular function. For example, the instructions for starting the computer when you first turn on power are contained in ROM. You cannot write to ROM. (ROM is not the same as RAM).SectorAlso known as disk sector. The portion of a track that is numbered and can hold a specified number of characters (usually 512 KB).Shadow RAMA write-protected area of RAM that contains a copy of the BIOS. As the computer boots, the BIOS is copied from its permanent location in ROM to RAM. The BIOS can be executed much faster in RAM than in ROM. The BIOS remains in shadow RAM until you turn off the computer.TFT (thin film transistor) LCDA TFT LCD uses a separate transistor circuit to control each pixel. This technology provides the best resolution for an LCD screen. A TFT LCD is also sometimes called an active matrix LCD.Zoomed videoZoomed video technology enables zoom video PC Card to transfer data directly from the card to video and audio systems without going through the microprocessor. This process improves video performance. Video conferencing and real-time multimedia devices, such as video cameras, are supported by zoom video.
Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration 87Recording the Computer Hardware ConfigurationIn the spaces provided, write the System Setup program settings. If your computer ever loses configuration information, you can enter the information from this section into System Setup to restore it.MAIN MENULegacy Diskette A:q360 Kb 5 1/4” q1.2 Mb 5 1/4”q720 Kb 3 1/2 q1.44/1.25 MB 3 1/2“q2.88 Mb 3 1/2” qDisabledIDE ADAPTER SUBMENUIDE Adapter 0:Type:__________Cylinders:__________Heads:__________Sectors:__________Multi-Sector Transfers:_____LBA Mode Control: qEnabled qDisabled32 Bit I/O: qEnabled qDisabledTransfer Mode: qStandard qFast PIO 1qFast PIO 2 qFast PIO 3qFast PIO 4 Ultra DMA Transfer Mode: qMode 0 qMode 1qMode 2 qDisabledIDE Adapter 1:Type:___________ Cylinders:__________Heads:__________ Sectors :___________Multi-Sector Transfers:_________LBA Mode Control: qEnabled qDisabled32 Bit I/O: qEnabled qDisabledTransfer Mode: qStandard qFast PIO 1qFast PIO 2 qFast PIO 3qFast PIO 4 Ultra DMA Transfer Mode: qMode 0 qMode 1qMode 2 qDisabled
88 User’s Manual ADVANCED MENUPlug & Play O/S: qYes qNoPS/2 Mouse: qEnabled qDisabledUSB Device: qEnabled qDisabledMemory Cache qEnabled qDisabledPCI CONFIGURATION SUBMENUPCI/PNP ISA IRQ Region Exclusion:qIRQ3 qIRQ4 qIRQ 5 qIRQ7qIRQ9 qIRQ10 qIRQ 11 qIRQ15I/O DEVICE CONFIGURATION SUBMENUSerial port A: qEnabled qAuto qDisabled Base I/O Addressq3F8, IRQ 4 q2F8, IRQ 3q3E8, IRQ 4 q2E8, IRQ 3Serial port B: qEnabled qAuto qDisabled Base I/O Addressq3F8, IRQ 4 q2F8, IRQ 3q3E8, IRQ 4 q2E8, IRQ 3ModeqIrDA qASK-IR qFIRDMA ChannelqDMA 3 qDMA 1Parallel port: qEnabled qAuto qDisabledModeqOutput only qBi-directionalqEPP qECPBase I/O Addressq378, IRQ q378, IRQ 5 q278, IRQ 7q278, IRQ 5 q3BC, IRQ 7 q3BC, IRQ 5DMA ChannelqDMA 1 qDMA 2 qDMA 3Floppy disk controller: qEnabled qAuto qDisabled
Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration 89AUDIO OPTIONS SUBMENUSound: qEnabled qAuto qDisabled Base I/O addressq220-233 q240-253q260-273 q280-293FM I/O addressq388-38B q398-39Bq3A8-3AB q3B8-3BBMPU I/O addressq330-331 q300-301q310-311 q320-321Interrupt qIRQ 5 qIRQ7 qIRQ10DMA channelqDMA 1 qDMA3 qDMA 0DMA channelqDMA 0 qDMA 1 qDMA 3Local Bus IDE adapter: qBoth qDisabled qPrimaryLarge Disk Access Mode: qDOS qOtherSECURITY MENUSet passwordPassword on boot: qEnabled qDisabledFixed disk boot sector: qNormal qWrite ProtectVirus check reminder: qDaily qWeeklyqMonthly qDisabledSystem backup reminder: qDaily qWeeklyqMonthly qDisabledPOWER MENUPower Saving Mode: qTurbo qNon-TurboStandby Timeout:qOff Time_________________Rest Mode: qPower On Suspend qSave To DiskRest Timeout: qOff Time_________________Resume On Modem Ring: qOn qOffResume On Time: qOn qOff
90 User’s Manual Resume Time:________________________BOOT MENUFloppy check: qEnabled qDisabledSummary screen: qEnabled qDisabledBoot Device Priority:Boot option 1:________________________Boot option 2:________________________Boot option 3:________________________

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