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Setup Utility Parameter Description Boot Device Priority Press Enter to access the Boot Device Priority submenu. Speaker Enables or disables the internal speakers on bootup. You can override this by toggling Fn-F8 during computer operation. Options: Enabled or Disabled Boot Display Device Sets the display on boot-up. When set to Auto, the computer automatically determines the display device. If an external display device (e.g., monitor) is connected, it becomes the boot display; otherwise, the computer LCD is the boot display. When set to Both, the computer outputs to both the computer LCD and an external display device if one is connected. Options: Auto or Both Mic-in/ Line-in Sets the function of the microphon-in/line-in jack. Options: Mic-in or Line-in System Memory Shows the size of main memory. Video Memory Shows the size of video memory. CPU Type Shows the type of the CPU. CPU Speed Shows the speed of the CPU. VGA BIOS Version Shows the version number of the VGA BIOS. Format: Vx Rx (version and release numbers) BIOS Version Shows the version number of the BIOS. Format: Vx Rx (version and release numbers) Chapter 5 Software 85

Section	Page
Notices	5
FCC Notice	5
Notice: Shield Cables	5
Notice: Peripheral Devices	5
Caution	6
Use Conditions	6
Notice: Canadian Users	6
Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens	6
Important Safety Instructions	7
Laser Compliance Statement	10
Lithium Battery Statement	11
Year 2000 Compliance Statement	12
Preface	13
Connecting the Computer	14
Getting Help Online	17
Accessing Online Help	17
Getting Online	17
Support Information	18
Care and Maintenance	19
Taking Care of Your Computer	19
Taking Care of your AC Adapter	19
Taking Care of your Battery Pack	20
Cleaning and Servicing	20
Features	23
Performance	23
Multimedia	23
Connectivity	23
Human-centric Design and Ergonomics	24
Expansion	24
Display	25
Video Performance	25
Simultaneous Display	25
Power Management	25
Opening and Closing the Display	26
Indicators	27
Keyboard	29
Special Keys	29
Lock Keys	29
Embedded Numeric Keypad	30
Windows 98/Windows 95 Keys	31
Hot Keys	32
Activating Hot Keys	34
Keyboard Ergonomics	35
Touchpad	36
Touchpad Basics	36
Storage	38
Hard Disk	38
Floppy Drive	38
Ejecting a Floppy Disk	38
Media Bay	38
Ejecting the CD-ROM Tray	39
Swapping Modules	39
Ports	41
Left Ports	41
S-Video	42
Fast Infrared	42
Universal Serial Bus	42
Rear Ports	43
Fax/Data Modem	44
Right Ports	45
PC Card Slots	45
Inserting a Card	46
Ejecting a Card	46
Bottom Port	47
Audio	48
Controlling Volume	48
Securing your Computer	49
Security Notch	49
Passwords	49
Setting a Password	50
Battery Pack	52
Battery Pack Characteristics	52
Using a Battery Pack for the First Time	52
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack	53
Charging the Battery	54
Charging Modes	54
Checking the Battery Level	55
Using the Windows Battery Meter	55
Optimizing Battery Life	56
Battery-low Warning	57
Heuristic Power Management	59
Power Management Modes	60
Display Standby Mode	60
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Hard Disk Standby Mode	60
Peripheral Standby Modes	60
Standby Mode	60
Hibernation Mode	62
Advanced Power Management	64
External Monitor	66
External Keyboard	67
External Keypad	68
External Pointing Device	69
External PS/2 Mouse	69
External Serial Mouse	70
Printer	71
Audio Devices	72
Setting the Input Source	72
Mini Docking Station	73
PC Cards	74
USB Devices	75
Miscellaneous Options	76
Additional Power Packs	76
Battery Pack	76
AC Adapter	76
Cables	76
PS/2 Y-Bridge Cable	76
File Transfer Cable	77
Key Component Upgrades	78
Memory Upgrade	78
Memory Configurations	78
Installing Memory	79
Hard Disk Upgrade	81
Installing a Replacement Hard Disk	81
Disconnecting from the Desktop	84
Moving Around	85
Preparing the Computer	85
What To Bring to Short Meetings	85
What To Bring to Long Meetings	85
Taking the Computer Home	86
Preparing the Computer	86
What To Bring with You	86
Special Considerations	86
Setting Up a Home Office	87
Traveling with the Computer	88
Preparing the Computer	88
What To Bring with You	88
Special Considerations	88
Traveling Internationally with the Computer	89
Preparing the Computer	89
What To Bring with You	89
Special Considerations	89
System Software	92
PhDISK	93
Syntax	93
Notebook Manager	94
Information Viewer	95
Boot Sequence	96
Password	97
Setting the Supervisor Password	98
Setting the User Password	99
Power Management	100
Display Device	101
Line-in/Microphone	102
Setup Utility	103
Navigating the Setup Utility	103
Main	104
Hard Disk 0 Submenu	106
CD-ROM/ATAPI Devices Submenu	107
Boot Device Priority Submenu	108
Advanced	109
Security	110
Setting a Password	112
Removing a Password	112
Power Saving	113
Exit	115
Frequently-Asked Questions	118
I pressed the power switch and opened the display,...	118
Nothing appears on the screen.	118
Image is not full-screen.	119
No audio from the computer.	119
External microphone or audio line-in device does n...	120
I want to eject the CD-ROM tray without turning on...	120
The keyboard does not respond.	121
The serial mouse does not work.	121
I prefer using an external keyboard and mouse, but...	121
The printer does not work.	121
The infrared port does not work.	122
I want to set up my location to use the internal m...	122
Error Messages	123
Microprocessor	127
Memory	127
Data Storage	127
Display and Video	127
Audio	128
Keyboard and Pointing Device	128
I/O Ports	128
Weight and Dimensions	129
Temperature	129
Humidity (non-condensing)	129
System	129
Battery Pack	129
AC Adapter	129
Options	130