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    NOTEBOOK PC USER'S MANUAL
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    Product Name: Notebook PC Manual Revision: 1.01 E356 Release Date: September 1999 2 Notebook PC User's Manual
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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 and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there PC User's Manual 3
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    . Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. (English) VORSICHT! Explosionsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant. (French) ADVARSEL! Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av
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    17 Left/Right Illustrations ...18 Left/Right Component Descriptions 19 Bottom Illustration ...20 Bottom Component Descriptions ...21 SECTION 3 GETTING STARTED Power Connection ...23 Powering On Your Notebook PC ...25 The Power-On Self Test (POST) ...25 Save-to-Disk Partition ...25 Notebook
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    (Cont') Restarting or Rebooting ...26 LED Indicators ...26 System Status Panel ...27 System Status Panel Descriptions 27 Using the Keyboard ...28 Specific Hot Keys ...28 Keyboard as a Numeric Keypad ...29 Numeric 44 The Power Menu ...46 Boot Menu ...48 Exit Menu ...49 6 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    Floppy Drive ...51 CD-ROM Drive ...52 Supported CD Formats ...52 Inserting and Removing CD Discs 52 Manually Opening the Tray...52 DVD/MPEG2 Option ...53 56 PC Cards ...57 32-bit CardBus & Zoomed Video Port 57 Driver Support ...57 Inserting and Removing a PC Card 58 Multimedia Sound System ...59
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    & Maximum Performance 65 Standby Mode ...65 Suspend to RAM / Suspend to Disk 65 System Memory Expansion ...66 APPENDIX ...67 DVD Option ...67 8 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    you with warrranty and technical support. This User's Manual You are reading the Notebook PC User's Manual. This User's Manual provides information on the the Notebook PC's components. Notes Used in This Manual A few notes are used throughout this guide that you should be aware of in order to
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    Pentium® II MMX Mobile Module supports future processor upgrades from the standard optional daughter card supports hardware DVD/MPEG2 Both sockets support 32-bit CardBus and Zoomed Video is supported on the 1.44MB floppy disk drive with Japanese 3-mode support. • Infrared: 4Mb/s Front and back IrDA
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    optional built-in 56K modem with V.90 compression and 19.2K fax is available on each model. The fax/ modem supports video-conferencing I/F V.80 and host-based digital voice and data. • LCD Status Panel: The LCD status panel pressing the two buttons below the touchpad. Notebook PC User's Manual 11
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    Notebook PC. Follow all precautions and instructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Do not use into the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to liquids, rain, or moisture. Seek servicing if liquid has been spilled into the Notebook PC. DO NOT expose to dirty
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    panel to a comfortable viewing position. CAUTION! Do not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges will break! Notebook PC User's Manual 13
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    Panel Latches Microphone PC Card (Optional) Keyboard Stereo Speakers Touchpad Touchpad buttons 14 TV ~ ! @ # $ % ^ & * ( ) _ + { } [ ] \ " Notebook PC User's Manual Display Panel Status Panel CD-ROM Drive Battery Lock Battery Cloth Tab Battery Compartment Door Battery Pack
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    II. Components Top Component Descriptions The following describes the top components of the Notebook PC as shown by the picture on the previous page. pack. Battery Compartment Door: The battery compartment door covers the battery compartment to protect against dirt. Notebook PC User's Manual 15
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    Port PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port Serial Port TV Video Out Parallel Port Modem Port Docking Connector VGA Port Game/MIDI Port 16 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    Descriptions supports serial devices such as a drawing tablet, mouse, or modem. TV Video Out: The video out port supports supports parallel devices such as a printer or ZIP® drive. this port also supports port supports several supports a standard VGA-compatible device Game/MIDI port supports a joystick, gamepad
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    PC. Display Latch (slides to the left) Battery Lock Emergency Eject CD Activity LED Battery Compartment K CD-ROM Eject Kensington Lock 18 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    Descriptions Left Side The following describes the left-side components to the Notebook PC as shown by the picture on the previous page. PCMCIA: PCMCIA 2.1 compliant sockets for two Type I, Type II, or one Type III PC cards are available on every model. Both sockets support PC User's Manual 19
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    (slides toward back) Tilting Leg CD-ROM Drive Memory Compartment Tilting Leg II. Components Hard Disk Drive Screw Hard Disk Drive 20 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    II. Components Bottom Component Descriptions Bottom Side The following describes holds the memory expansion sockets. The memory compartment is to be opened by an authorized service agent only. Hard Disk Drive Screw: The hard disk drive screw locks the hard data loss. Notebook PC User's Manual 21
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    (This page was intentionally left blank.) II. Components 22 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    hotels will provide universal outlets to support different power cords as well as you to test the AC outlet's power and the AC-DC converter itself for compatibility problems before connecting coming from the AC-DC converter, seek servicing. Seek servicing if you suspected a faulty AC-DC converter
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    requires that you have your own male-male S-Video cable. III. Starting SVideo-RCA Adapter Male-Male RCA Cable (not provided) 24 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    record should be correct when you receive the Notebook PC. When the test is finished, you may get a message reporting "No operating system found having a second hard disk drive. If you would like the Notebook PC to support the Save-to-Disk mode, the PHDISK.EXE utility is required to setup Manual 25
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    Restarting or Rebooting After installing drivers, installing applications, or making configuration changes, you may be prompted to restart the system to update the operating system and PC is powered on. The Notebook PC is in Standby or Suspend Mode III. Starting 26 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    the displayable icons. III. Starting (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8-10) System Status Panel Descriptions (1) Power Management Status Indicates that the system is in the ON state. (6) CD-ROM or DVD activated. Indicates that the hard disk is being accessed. Notebook PC User's Manual 27
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    on Toggles display panel off and on Toggles between LCD and external CRT/LCD monitors. (Simultaneous display is supported) Switches to TV output devices TV (NTSC or PAL video format selected by BIOS or VGA setup) to pressing the right mouse button on a Windows object. 28 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    . TV TV ^ & * ( ) _ ^ { [ " _ { [ " III. Starting This is the location of the dual function keys. This is how your keys function under this feature. Notebook PC User's Manual 29
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    NumLock. The icon appears on the system status panel. III. Starting TV _ { [ " This is how your keys function under this feature. 30 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    a specific BIOS flashing utility program bundled in the Driver & Utility CD-ROM. A battery backed-up CMOS , the following BIOS screens and descriptions are for reference purposes only and you use the Notebook PC. This Section will guide you through The Setup Program by providing clear Manual 31
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    errors or invalid settings and prompt you to run the BIOS Setup to correct the problem. Even if you are not prompted by a message instructing you to use the Setup program, at some time in the future you may want until the desired item is highlighted. IV. BIOS Software 32 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    - (minus key) + (plus key) Home End F9 F10 F5 F6, spacebar PgUp PgDn (none) (none) FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Displays the General Help screen from anywhere in the BIOS Setup Jumps to the Exit menu or returns to the main menu currently highlighted field. IV. BIOS Software Notebook PC User's Manual 33
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    34 F1 Help Esc Exit Select Item Change Values Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit Notebook PC User's Manual
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    the system during bootup. You do not need to make changes to this field. This is a display only field. IV. BIOS Software Notebook PC User's Manual 35
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    your system to not recognize the installed hard disk. To allow the BIOS to detect the drive type automatically, select [AUTO]. 36 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    you entered. Multi-Sector Transfers This option 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 not always be the fastest value for
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    option speeds up communication between the CPU and the IDE controller. This option supports PCI local bus only. ISA bus is not supported. The configuration options are: [Disabled] [Enabled] Transfer Mode When enabled, drive that you just configured. IV. BIOS Software 38 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    menu described earlier. Set the type as CD-ROM in this field to support an inserted CD-ROM or DVD drive module and Removable ATAPI to support an inserted storage device module with an IDE interface as the primary slave. Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit Notebook PC User's Manual 39
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    up a sub-menu for configuring the Notebook PC's serial and parallel ports. See the Advanced sub-menu for descriptions of each sub-menu items. Large Disk Access Mode Specifies the type of operating system in use. The operating system disk formats. IV. BIOS Software 40 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    disk against accidental modifications. [Disabled] [Enabled] QuickBoot Mode When Enabled, the system boots up faster then normal. [Disabled] [Enabled] IV. BIOS Software Notebook PC User's Manual 41
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    port This field allows you to configure the Notebook PC's serial IR port. The following options are available: [Disabled] [User] [Auto] 42 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    serial IR is Disabled. SIR enables standard IrDA IR support on COM2. The Base I/O address field becomes available and output. The EPP and ECP modes are only supported with EPP and ECP aware peripherals. EPP Mode: selected register. There are four operations supported by EPP: Address Write, Data Write
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    as a standard printer mode if ECP is not required. ECP mode provides an automatic high burst-bandwidth channel that supports DMA for ECP in both the forward (host to peripheral) and reverse (peripheral to host) direction. Options in Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit Notebook PC User's Manual
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    . "Always" asks for a password during the "On Boot" items plus when resuming from Save-to-Memory and Save-toDisk. IV. BIOS Software Notebook PC User's Manual 45
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    the Notebook PC enters power saving. The options for this field are: [Save To RAM] [Save To Disk] IV. BIOS Software 46 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    ] Beep On Battery Low This option allows you to enable or disable the low battery warning beep. [Disabled] [Enabled] IV. BIOS Software Notebook PC User's Manual 47
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    search from removable devices, then the built-in hard disk drive, then the built-in CD-ROM drive. IV. BIOS Software 48 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    menu. You must select one of the options from this menu or a menu bar item to exit this menu. IV. BIOS Software Notebook PC User's Manual 49
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    selections are saved and a confirmation is requested. Select Yes to save any changes to the non-volatile RAM. IV. BIOS Software 50 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    CD-ROM drive. An optional DVD may be selected at the time of purchase. The following sections will cover instructions for operating each of these drives. Floppy Drive The Notebook PC features a 3.5 inch floppy disk drive that of the eject button. Eject Button V. Using Notebook PC User's Manual 51
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    support all the popular formats: Audio/Music CDs; Photo CDs; MS-DOS MSCDEX Mode 1 and Mode 2; CD-ROM/XA; CD-I; and Video CDs. Inserting and Removing CD Discs Handle your CD discs with care, keeping in mind the important safety instructions CD-ROM tray back in Manually Opening the Tray An Emergency
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    the provided driver for the MPEG2 video decoder module and the DVD viewer software (ALi MPEG DVD Player) included on the original Notebook PC support CD. specifications, please see the Appendix at the end of this User's Manual. Hard Disk Drive Hard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at
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    failures are unlikely. 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 selected item will change color. Clicking Tapping 54 Notebook PC User's Manual V. Using
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    the surface too hard. Tapping too hard does not increase the responsiveness of the Touchpad. The Touchpad responds best to light pressure. Notebook PC User's Manual 55 V. Using
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    both LCD display panel and external monitor (2) TV video output to TV set or VCR (in NTSC or PAL/SECAM). V. Using 56 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    with the drivers that allow your PC to recognize PC cards and provide PC Card service. However, new PC cards may need software driver upgrades. Please read the individual PC card documentation for information on driver support of specific operating systems. V. Using Notebook PC User's Manual 57
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    or accidental ejection. 3. Carefully connect any cables or adapters needed by the PC card. Follow these instructions, referring to the illustration to remove a PC Card: 1. Remove any cables or adapters attached to connector inserted into the lower PCMCIA socket. 58 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    Pro compatibility • Windows Sound System compatibility • Full Duplex operation • Built-in MPU401 Compatible MIDI/Game port • 3D sound effect support • 16-bit digitized audio playback • A built-in microphone for convenient recording • Two integrated stereo speakers • Digitized audio recording through
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    speed of 1.5Mbps for keyboards and mice. The host also manages the logical connection of devices. Driver Support The Windows 98 operating system comes already equipped with a standard driver that allows your Notebook PC to recognize USB peripherals. However, new peripheral products may need software
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    "Voltage Depressor," if you use the Ni-MH battery pack. The Li-Ion battery pack does not have the "Memory Effect." V. Using Notebook PC User's Manual 61
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    pressing the battery lock in, and then close the battery compartment door. Removing the Battery Pack Follow these instructions, referring to the illustration to remove a battery pack: 1. Turn OFF the Notebook PC. 2. Open Battery Lock Cloth Tab Battery Compartment Door 62 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    to wake up the system. CAUTION! Warm-swapping the battery pack is not supported under Save-to-RAM suspend mode, data loss may occur if the battery 98. For additional information, see your DOS and Windows 3.1 User's Manuals for details. Discharging the Battery Pack There is a bundled utility provided
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    PC is in either one of the power saving modes, the green power LED (next to the touchpad buttons) will blink. 64 Notebook PC User's Manual
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    the BIOS Setup. To resume system operation, press any key on the keyboard, touchpad, or external mouse (or moving the mouse). V. Using Notebook PC User's Manual 65
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    compatibility and reliability. The SO-DIMM socket compartment is located on the bottom side of the Notebook PC but will require an authorized dealer or service center to open. V. Using 66 Notebook PC User
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    the optional DVD drive module. The following specifications are for general reference only and may change without notice. Supported Formats CD: CD-Audio CD-I Ready CD-RW Enhanced Music CD CD-ROM (mode1, mode2) CD is implemented as a ring buffer with a size of 512kB. Notebook PC User's Manual 67
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    Signal to Noise Ratio Distortion Channel Separation 0.8Vrms typical 20Hz-20kHz (+/- 3dB) 80dB min. 0.1% max. (at 1kHz) 60dB min (at 1kHz) 68 Notebook PC User's Manual
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NOTEBOOK PC
USER’S MANUAL