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    NOTEBOOK PC USER'S MANUAL Product Name: Notebook PC Manual Revision: 1.02 E751 Release Date: May 2001
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    , including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
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    Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery) CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions engineering or disassembly is prohibited. 3
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    Safety Statements CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek 4
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    Safety Statements CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish 5
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    chemical reaction. • Do not dispose the Notebook PC battery pack in a fire, as they may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. • Do not use power adapters or batteries from other devices to reduce
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    Contents 1. INTRODUCING THE NOTEBOOK PC 11 About This User's Manual 12 Notes For This Manual 12 Caring Information 13 Notebook PC on the road 27 Battery Care ...27 Operating Systems 27 Support Software 27 Power Connection 28 Powering ON The Notebook PC 29 The Power-On Self Test
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    Card (PCMCIA) Sockets 48 32-bit CardBus Support 48 Removing a PC Card (PCMCIA 49 Memory Expansion 57 Processor Upgrades 57 Hard Disk Drive ...58 Important Handling Note 58 Removing the Hard Disk Drive 58 Securing Your Notebook PC 59 Other Security Products 59 Vehicle/Air Power Adapter
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    Table of Contents 5. CONFIGURING THE BIOS 61 Managing and Updating Your BIOS 62 Managing and Updating Your BIOS From Your Hard Disk Drive 62 Updating BIOS Procedures (from floppy disk 63 BIOS Setup Program 64 BIOS Menu Bar 65 BIOS Legend Bar 65 Main Menu ...67 Primary IDE (sub-menu 69
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    1. INTRODUCING THE NOTEBOOK PC About This User's Manual Caring Information Transportation Precautions 11
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    Manuals: 1. Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you to the Notebook PC and this User's Manual. 2. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the Notebook warnings in bold are used throughout this guide that you should be aware of in for power (advanced) computer users. CAUTION! Information
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    PC Caring Information WARNING! The following safety precautions will increase the life of the Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. Do
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    packs before going on long trips. Remember that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it is plugged into the computer and an AC power source. Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in use. Airplane Precautions Contact your airline
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    2. KNOWING THE PARTS Top Side Front Side Left Side Right Side Rear Side 15
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    diagram below to identify the components on the top side of the Notebook PC. Display Panel Latch Display Panel Status LEDs Microphone Instant Launch spring-loaded latch on the front of the Notebook PC locks the display panel in the closed position when the Notebook PC is not in use. To open the
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    Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The Notebook PC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like lock, and capital lock statuses. Details are described later in this manual. Instant Launch Keys Three keys above the keyboard provide instant access
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    is in the Suspend-to-RAM (standby) mode. This LED is OFF when the Notebook PC is in the Suspendto-Disk (hibernation) mode. Charge Indicator Indicates that the battery is being charged when ON and fully charged when OFF. This LED only lights when the power adapter is used. This LED does not
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    convenient wireless data communication with infrared-equipped devices or computers up to 4Mbits/sec. This allows easy wireless sockets support 32-bit CardBus. This allows accommodation of all Notebook PC expansion options such as memory cards, ISDN, SCSI adapters, and wireless network adapters.
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    Notebook the Notebook PC floppy support. Floppy Notebook PC is on top of the opening to allow easy floppy ejection from the top. WARNING! The floppy disk drive's eject button protrudes out of the Notebook Notebook PC. CD/DVD-ROM Drive The Notebook ™ "My Computer." The emergency to the Notebook PC if
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    Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive is mounted in a removable tray. This tray is secured by a large black screw at the bottom of the Notebook PC. The removable tray allows easy hard disk drive swapping or upgrade. Kensington® Lock Port K The Kensington® lock port allows the
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    on the rear side of the Notebook PC as shown by the illustration above. Serial Port The 9-pin D-sub serial port supports serial devices such as a cable (not provided). An adapter is provided for use with RCA inputs available on all standard video devices. This port support NTSC or PAL formats.
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    computer, with peripherals such as USB keyboards and some newer monitors acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that peripherals can be connected or disconnected while the Notebook PC is ON. DCIN DC Power Input Jack The supplied power adapter converts
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    STARTED Installing/Removing Battery Pack Using the Battery Pack Operating Systems Power Connection Powering ON The Notebook PC Save-to-Disk Partition Restarting or Rebooting Powering OFF The Notebook PC Status Indicators and Instant Launch Keys CD Control Buttons and Indicator Using the Keyboard 25
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    the tabs in place. WARNING! Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC is turned ON, as this may result in the loss of working data. Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with this Notebook PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer or retailer for use with this model
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    results than the ones described in the provided user's manuals. The stability and compatibility of other operating systems cannot be guranteed. Support Software This Notebook PC comes with a support CD that provides BIOS, drivers and applications to enable hardware features, extend functionality
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    connect the DC plug to the Notebook PC. Connecting the AC-DC adapter to the AC outlet first allows you to test the AC outlet's power and the AC-DC converter itself for compatibility problems before connecting the DC power to the Notebook PC. The green power LED on the adapter lights up if the power
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    Notebook PC's test routine and is not a problem with the display. The Power-On Self Test (POST) When you turn ON the Notebook PC, it will first run through a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests called the Power-On Self Test requires servicing. If icon in "My Computer", (2) choose Properties
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    support the Save-to-Disk mode, run the ZVHDD.EXE utility to setup a Save-to-Disk partition on your hard disk. The Save-to-Disk partition must be larger than the total system memory of the Notebook . See the Drivers and Utilities Support CD User's Manual for detailed usage instructions. WARNING! All
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    Key Access Key Programmable Access Key The following gives a description for each of the LED status indicators. Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device(s) such as the floppy, hard disk, or CD/DVD-ROM drive. The light flashes proportional
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    "Unlock" with Stop Button) Increases the volume. Hold down to continue increasing the volume. This function electronically increases the audio output. When the Notebook PC is OFF, pressing both the volume increase and stop buttons simultaneously, will unlock the CD player so that it can be turned ON
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    colored command. Fn F1 SUSPEND Suspend: Places the Notebook PC in suspend mode (either Save-to-RAM or Save-to-Disk depending on BIOS setup). LCD LCD/Monitor Icons: Toggles between the Notebook PC's LCD display and an external monitor in this series: Notebook PC LCD -> External Monitor -> Both.
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    . To disable the numeric keypad while keeping the keypad on an exter- nal keyboard activated, press the Fn Ins NumLK keys on the Notebook PC. F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 LCD LCD TV Sys Rq & 7 *8 ( 9 ) * - Y U 4 I 5 O 6 P- { [ H J 1 K 2 L 3 : + " ' . N M< > ? 0, / 34
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    3. Getting Started Keyboard as Cursors The keyboard can be used as cursors while Number Lock is ON or OFF in order to increase navigation ease while entering numeric data in spreadsheets or similar applications. With Number Lock OFF, press Fn and one of the cursor keys shown below. For example [Fn
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    CD/DVD-ROM Drive Optional External Connections PC Card (PCMCIA) Sockets Modem/Network Connections IR Wireless Communication AC/Battery Power System Power Management Modes System Memory Expansion Processor Upgrades Hard Disk Drive Securing Your Notebook PC Vehicle/Air Power Adapter 37
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    and contains no moving parts; therefore, mechanical failures can be avoided. A device driver is still required for working with some application software. See the Driver & Utility Guide for information on drivers and utilities for the touchpad. Touchpad Right Cursor Button Scroll Up Button Scroll
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    4. Using the Notebook PC Clicking/Tapping - With the cursor over an item, press the left button or use your fingertip to touch the touchpad lightly, keeping your finger
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    4. Using the Notebook PC Dragging - Dragging means to pick up an item and place it anywhere on the screen you wish. You can move the cursor over the
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    4. Using the Notebook PC Caring for the Touchpad The touchpad is pressure sensitive. If and a USB mouse. If you wish to connect two PS/2 devices, you need to buy an optional PS/2 Y-adapter. Connecting two USB devices is possible because two USB ports are provided. DC IN TV Tip: Using a PS/2 keyboard
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    familiarity, although "CD/DVD-ROM" or "CD/DVD" should be more appropriate with the DVD-ROM model Notebook PC. Please substitute where appropriate. The CD-ROM (Compact Disc Read Only Memory) drive can support all the popular formats: Audio/ Music CDs; Photo CDs; MS-DOS MSCDEX Mode 1 / Mode 2; CD-ROM
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    of the precise mechanics involved. Keep in mind the important safety instructions from your CD suppliers. Unlike desktop CD-ROM drives, the Notebook PC uses a hub to hold the CD in place regardless of herein or in the laser product installation guide may result in hazardous radiation exposure. 43
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    supports discs with capacities from 4.7GB to 17GB and access rates up to 22.16MBytes/s. The Notebook PC's DVD-ROM drive is only single-sided; double-sided DVD (8.5GB and higher) requires manually . DVD aims to encompass home entertainment, computers, and business information with a single digital
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    4. Using the Notebook PC Regional Playback Information Playback of DVD movie titles involves decoding MPEG2 video, digital AC3 audio and decryption of CSS protected content. CSS (sometimes called
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    4. Using the Notebook PC Using a CD A CD drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a for all high-speed CD-ROM drives due to unbalanced CDs or CD print. To decrease vibration, use the Notebook PC on an even surface and do not place labels on the CD. Removing a CD Remove the CD by
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    cable and its ready to use (some Notebook PC configurations may require additional display driver settings). You can view the Notebook PC display panel while simultaneously allowing others to view the external monitor. For large audiences, try connecting a computer video projector. DC IN TV DC IN
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    cover to allow expansion just like desktop computer expansion slots. This allows you to customize your Notebook PC to meet a wide range of memory/flash cards, fax/modems, networking adapters, SCSI adapters, MPEG I/II decoder cards, and even wireless modem or LAN cards. The Notebook PC supports
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    draw power from the Notebook PC even when they are not in use. You must stop the PC card service to turn the PC card OFF. CAUTION! Stopping the PC card service is necessary before removing a PC card. To remove the PC card, first remove all cables or adapters attached to the PC card
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    cables are found connecting network computers to network hubs or switches telephone outlets. The built-in modem does not support the voltage used in digital phone systems. Do driver is setup, the modem is ready to use. NOTE: When you are connected to an online service, do not place the Notebook
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    or 5 twisted-pair wiring. Duplex transfers (up to 200Mbps) is supported on this Notebook PC but requires connection to a switch with "duplex" enabled. compatible with the standard RJ-11 telephone connectors. If connecting two computers together without a hub in between, a crossover twisted-pair is
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    you start to install the IR driver and file-transferring applications. FIR (Fast Infrared) supports up to 4Mbps and SIR (Serial Infrared) supports up to 115.2Kbps. See the Drivers and Utilities Support CD User's Manual for detailed setup instructions. Guidelines for using IR communication Follow
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    PC is powered OFF. Charging the Battery Pack You can charge the battery pack by using the power adapter. When the power adapter is plugged in, the inserted battery pack automatically recharges whether your Notebook PC is ON or OFF. It takes a few hours to receive a full charge when the power is OFF
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    DOS and Windows 3.1 User's Manuals for details. "Low Battery" condition (3% or less) forces the Notebook PC to enter suspend mode, battery warning, eventually the Notebook PC enters suspend mode (either Save-to-Disk or Save-to-RAM depending on BIOS setup). WARNING! Save-to-RAM does not last long
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    . These low power modes are referred to as Standby mode or Suspend-to-RAM (STR) and Suspend mode or Suspend-to-Disk (STD). The Standby mode lowest power state of the Notebook PC. The Notebook PC enters Suspend when the system remains idle for a specified amount of time or manually using the [Fn][F1]
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    backlight in their lower active state. The Notebook PC enters Standby mode when the system remains 10 minutes of system idle), the system suspends to memory or to disk (depending on BIOS setup). After Power State Summary STATE Stand by STR (Save-to-RAM) STD (Save-to-Disk) Soft OFF ENTRY EVENT
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    to ensure compatibility and reliability. The memory module must be installed by a certified Notebook PC technician. CAUTION! This Notebook PC does not support EDO DRAM. Processor Upgrades Visit your authorized service center or retailer for upgrades. The Notebook PC uses an Intel® microPGA2 socket
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    industry. The high speed transfer modes supported are Ultra DMA/33 up to 33MB/sec and PIO mode 4 up to 16.6MB/sec. The Notebook PC comes with a removable 2.5" is turned OFF, then remove (counter-clockwise) the screw using a screw driver or coin and slide the tray out slowly. CAUTION: The hard disk
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    system and hard disk drive security, see BIOS setup "Security". A third party lock such as the ones by Kensington® can be used to secure your Notebook PC physically to an unmovable object. The cable wraps around an object and the "T" shaped end inserts into the Kensington® lock port as shown in
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    versatility of your portable computer while traveling in the air, on the road, or on the sea. Vehicle -Only Power Adapter A vehicle-only (automobile Power LED Vehicle/Air Power Adapter shown here. Features DC Power Plug (to Notebook PC) The vehicle/air power adapter plugs into any vehicle's 12
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    5. CONFIGURING THE BIOS Managing and Updating Your BIOS BIOS Setup Program Main Menu Primary IDE Secondary IDE Advanced Menu I/O Device Configuration Security Menu Power Menu Boot Menu Exit Menu 61
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    with certain memory drivers that may be loaded when you boot from your hard drive. It is recommended that you reboot using a floppy. 3. Reboot your computer from the on these two pages. Instructions on booting to DOS from your hard disk drive: 1. Windows 95/98: Turn ON your Notebook PC and press [F8
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    problems (read the BIOS release information provided on the download site before using). Careless updating can result in your Notebook PC having more problems! 1. Download instructions problems problem still persists, update the original BIOS file you saved to disk above. If the Flash Memory
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    Notebook PC supports a programmable EEPROM that stores the BIOS software and can be updated using the provided utility as described in Flash Memory Writer Utility. This Section will guide computer can recognize these changes and record them in the CMOS RAM continue with its test routines, thus
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    4. Using the Notebook PC BIOS Menu Bar The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections: MAIN Use this menu to make changes to the
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    4. Using the Notebook PC General Help In addition to the Item Specific Help window, the BIOS setup program also provides a General Help screen. This screen can be called
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    4. Using the Notebook PC Main Menu When the Setup program is accessed, the main menu screen appears as shown: System Time: System Date: Diskette A Primary IDE Secondary IDE Video Display Type Video RAM Size CPU Type CPU Speed Installed Memory [17:15:00] [03/05/2001] [1.44M, 3.5 in.] [IBM-D J S A -
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    Notebook PC Video Display Type [Auto] This field allows you to select and enable video display devices, such as an LCD panel, an external CRT/LCD monitor, or both. The configuration options are: [Auto] [CRT] [CRT + LCD] [CRT + TV] Video RAM Size [8M] The built-in graphics utilizes a shared memory
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    the Notebook PC Manually enter the number of cylinders, heads and sectors per track for your drive. Refer to your drive documentation or look on the drive for this information. If no drive is installed or if you are removing a drive and not replacing it, select None. Set the type to CDROM to support
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    4. Using the Notebook PC Sectors This field configures the number of sectors per track automatically sets the number of sectors per block to the highest number supported by the drive. This field can also be configured manually. Note that when this field is automatically configured, the set value may
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    4. Using the Notebook PC Secondary IDE (sub-menu) This field is used to configure the sub-menu are the same as the previous menu described earlier. Set the type as CD-ROM in this field to support an inserted CD-ROM or DVD drive module. Secondary IDE [TOSHIBA DVD-ROM SD-C2402] Ty p e PIO Mode
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    4. Using the Notebook PC Advanced Menu Selecting Advanced from the main menu bar display the Advanced menu as shown below. Plug & Play O/S [Yes] I/O Device Configuration Processor Serial Number [Disabled] TV Display Type [NTSC] Boot Up NumLock Status Quick Power On Self Test [Off] [Enabled]
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    NumLock Status [On] Specifies the status of the keyboard's number lock function when the Notebook PC is turned ON. The configuration options are: [Off] [On] Quick Power On Seft Test [Enabled] When enabled, the system skips certain tests and boots up faster then normal. Disabled is generally used for
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    port. The configuration options are: [3F8H/IRQ4] [2F8H/IRQ3] [3E8H/IRQ4] [2E8H/IRQ3] [Disabled] IR Port: [Disabled] This field allows you to configure the Notebook PC's serial IR port. To enable this port, select an address that does not conflict with another port. A conflict will be noted by red
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    [278H/IRQ5] Mode: [Normal] The Mode field allows you to configure the Notebook PC parallel port transmission mode. The configuration options are: [Normal] [EPP] host performs a series of read and/or write byte operations to the selected register. There are four operations supported by EPP: Address
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    PC Security Menu The Notebook PC's advanced system of security allows you to set a password to prevent unauthorized access to system resources, data, and the BIOS Setup Program. This Section
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    disk drive. If someone tries to access the hard disk drive from another computer, it would appear as if there is no usable partition on the hard disk drive. If the hard disk drive is used on this or another Notebook PC with this function, a password will be asked when the hard disk drive
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    PC Power Menu The Power menu of the Setup program allows you to manually enable and adjust certain power saving features of the Notebook PC, which are necessary for systems without APM or ACPI. For Windows 98 with APM or ACPI, all power saving controls (except "Suspend Mode") are
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    Battery Refreshing This function will start a software program to remove memory effects in the battery and recalibrate the battery gauge. Even though this Notebook PC uses a Lithium-Ion battery which is not prone to memory effects, memory effects will still occur at the end of the battery's life
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    4. Using the Notebook PC 81
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    Boot Menu The Boot menu allows the user to specify the order in which the Notebook PC is to check for a device to boot the system. To make changes, select Boot from the menu bar and the following screen appears: 1. Removable
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    4. Using the Notebook PC Exit Menu Once you have made all of your selections menu to ensure the values you selected are saved to the CMOS RAM. The CMOS RAM is sustained by an onboard backup battery and stays on even when the Notebook PC is turned off. Once this option is selected, a confirmation
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    4. Using the Notebook PC Load Setup Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When this option
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    APPENDIX Internal Modem Compliancy Glossary Owner Information 85
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    Protocols and Compliancy The Notebook PC with internal modem every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance (excluding terminal equipment supporting the voice telephony justified case service) in which network
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    the equipment may use pulse dialling (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which would make any additional testing superfluous). In The Netherlands additional testing is required for series connection and caller ID facilities. 87
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    APPENDIX 88
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    . AUTOEXEC.BAT AUTOEXEC.BAT is a special-purpose file that is automatically executed by DOS whenever the computer is turned ON or restarted. This file contains important commands that help configure the system to work with certain software and devices. Windows 95 and
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    Output System) BIOS is a set of routines that affect how the computer transfers data between computer components, such as memory, disks, and the display adapter. The BIOS instructions are built into the computer's read-only memory. BIOS parameters can be configured by the user through the BIOS Setup
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    the need for a separate adapter card (in the case for x86-compatible microprocessors. The MMX instructions are designed to accelerate multimedia and Test) When you turn on the computer, it will first run through the POST, a series of software-controlled diagnostic tests. The POST checks system memory
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    APPENDIX SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) High speed parallel interface defined by /s). USB (Universal Serial Bus) A new 4-pin serial peripheral bus that allows plug and play computer peripherals such as keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, printer and modem/ISDN to be automatically configured
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    Index A AC Power System 51 Air Vent 20 APM and ACPI 53 B Battery Pack 26 Battery Power System 51 BIOS 32 Bit I/O 70 Advanced Menu 72 Beep On Battery Low 79 BIOS Legend Bar 65 BIOS Menu Bar 65 BIOS Setup Program 64 Boot Menu 82 Boot Sequence 82 Cylinders 69 Discard Changes 84 DMA Channel 74, 75 Exit
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    On Self Test (POST) Memory Expansion 55 T Table of Contents 7 Thermal Power Control 55 Touchpad and Buttons 17 Touchpad, Caring 38 Touchpad, Using 36 Transportation Precautions 14 Twisted-Pair Cable 49 94 U UL Safety Notices 6 Updating Your BIOS 62 User's Manual, About 12 V Vehicle/Air Power Adapter
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    APPENDIX 95
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    APPENDIX Owner Information This page is provided for recording information concerning your Notebook PC for future reference or for technical support. Keep this User's Manual in a secured location if passwords are filled out. Owner's Name Owner's Telephone Manufacturer Model Retailer Telephone
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    ® Goes Mobile! A1 Series Affordable Entertainment Notebook PC • Internal CD/DVD & Floppy • 13.3"/12.1" TFT Color Display • 600MHz to 850MHz+ • 64MB to 192MB Memory • Internal Modem+LAN • Wireless LAN via PC Card • Up to 32MB Shared VGA Memory S8 Series Ultra Slim and Light Notebook PC •
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    Visit www.asus.com for updated specifications
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    MPC3 standard • Supports Multi-Read function ® Ultra-Fast CD-ROM • Supports high speed CD-Audio playback • Supports high speed digital audio extraction • Supports UltraDMA/33 transfer mode • Compatible with all CD formats • Supports multi-read function (CD-R/CD-RW) Visit www.asus.com for updated
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    AGP-7100 Series and its support for the TwinView™ architecture, ASUS has made available the most variety of available models to support several dual of the ASUS AGP-V7100 Series graphics cards. AGP-V7100 Series • AGP-V7100/Deluxe Combo: GeForce2 MX, VGA, TV Tuner Module,TV-Out, AV Adapter,VR 3D
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NOTEBOOK PC
USER’S MANUAL
Product Name:
Notebook PC
Manual Revision:
1.02 E751
Release Date:
May 2001