Professional Documents
Culture Documents
Record the serial number, purchase date, and model number in the
space provided below. The serial number and model number are
recorded on the label affixed to the case. All correspondence
concerning your unit should include the serial number, model
number, and date of purchase.
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Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii
Connecting the Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiv
Getting Help Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi
Support Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xviii
Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with your Computer . . . . . . . 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Indicators and Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Ports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Securing your Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Chapter 2 Operating on Battery Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Power Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Chapter 3 Peripherals and Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
External Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
External Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
External Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
External Pointing Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Audio Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
External PCMCIA CD-ROM (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
USB Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Miscellaneous Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Key Component Upgrades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Chapter 4 Moving with your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Disconnecting from the Desktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Moving Around . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Taking the Computer Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Traveling with the Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
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For more details, check the Acer Year 2000 Resource Center
at http://www.acer.com/year2000
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FCC Notice
This device 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 device generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
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Caution
Use Conditions
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ADVARSEL!
Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering.
Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og
type. Léver det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren.
ADVARSEL
Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt
samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av
apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til
fabrikantens instruksjoner.
VARNING
Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Anvãnd samma
batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av
apparattillverkaren. Kassera anvãnt batteri enligt
fabrikantens instruktion.
VAROITUS
Päristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu.
Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan
tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden
mukaisesti.
VORSICHT!
Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der
Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom
Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ. Entsorgung
gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.
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Use the Just for Starters… instructions that came with your
computer to get your computer running for the first time.
You should also take advantage of the online help files that
are available with almost all of the programs shipped with
your computer.
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a b
c d
Note: When using a battery pack for the first time, fully
recharge the battery, then disconnect the adapter to use
up the battery before recharging again. You only need to
do this once with a new battery.
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Getting Online
If you are connected to the Internet and have World Wide
Web access, visit our home page (http://www.acer.com/)
and get the latest information about our products.
Preface
Support Information
Your notebook is backed by an International Traveler’s
Warranty (ITW) that gives you security and peace of mind
when traveling. Our worldwide network of service centers
are there to give you a helping hand.
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1
Getting Familiar with your Computer
This computer combines high-performance, versatility,
power management features and multimedia capabilities
with a unique style and ergonomic design. Work with
unmatched productivity and reliability with your new power
computing partner.
Contents
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Indicators and Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Special Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Lock Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Embedded Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Hot Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Keyboard Ergonomics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Touchpad Basics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Hard Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
External Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Connecting an External Floppy Drive . . . . 18
Ports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Rear Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Fast Infrared . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Universal Serial Bus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Right Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Fax/Data Modem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
PC Card Slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Securing your Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Security Notch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
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Features
Features
This computer was designed with the user in mind. Here
are just a few of its many features:
Performance
❑ Intel Pentium® processor with MMX™ technology
❑ 64-bit main memory and external (L2) cache memory
❑ Large LCD display and PCI local bus video with 128-bit
graphics acceleration
❑ External 3.5-inch floppy drive
❑ External CD-ROM drive (optional)
❑ High-capacity, enhanced-IDE hard disk
❑ Lithium-Ion battery pack
❑ Heuristic power management system with standby and
hibernation power saving modes
Multimedia
❑ 16-bit high-fidelity stereo audio with 3-D sound
❑ Built-in speaker
❑ Built-in microphone
Connectivity
❑ High-speed fax/data modem port
❑ Fast infrared wireless communication
❑ USB (Universal Serial Bus) port
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Features
Expansion
❑ CardBus PC card (formerly PCMCIA) slots (two type II/I
or one type III) with ZV (Zoomed Video) port support
❑ Upgradeable memory and hard disk
Display
Display
The graphics display offers excellent viewing, display
quality and desktop performance graphics. The computer
supports two different display configurations — Supertwist
Nematic (STN) or Thin-Film Transistor (TFT).
Video Performance
Simultaneous Display
Power Management
To open the display, slide the display lid latch to the left and
lift up the lid. Then tilt it to a comfortable viewing position.
The computer employs a microswitch that turns off the
display (and enters standby mode) to conserve power when
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Display
you close the display cover, and turns it back on when you
open the display cover.
Power
Standby
Media Activity
Battery Charge
Caps Lock
Num Lock
Microphone
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Keyboard
Keyboard
The keyboard includes an embedded keypad, separate
cursor keys, three Windows keys and twelve function keys.
Special Keys
Lock Keys
The keyboard has three lock keys which you can toggle on
and off.
Scroll Lock When Scroll Lock is on, the screen moves one line
up or down when you press ↑ or ↓ respectively.
Scroll lock does not work with some applications.
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Keyboard
Embedded Keypad
Keyboard
Windows Keys
Key Description
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Keyboard
Hot Keys
Keyboard
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Keyboard
When activating hot keys, press and hold the first key Fn
before pressing the other key in the hot key combination.
Keyboard
Keyboard Ergonomics
Located below the keyboard, the wide and curved palm rest
gives you a place to rest your hands while you type.
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Touchpad
Touchpad
The built-in touchpad is a PS/2-compatible pointing device
that senses movement on its surface. This means the
cursor responds as you move your finger on the surface of
the touchpad. The central location on the palm rest
provides ample comfort and support.
Touchpad Basics
The following items teach you how to use the touchpad:
❑ Move your finger across the touchpad to move the
cursor.
❑ Press the left and right buttons located on the edge of
the touchpad to do selection and execution functions.
These two buttons are similar to the left and right
buttons on a mouse. Tapping on the touchpad produces
similar results.
Touchpad
Right
Function Left Button Tap
Button
Access Click
context once
menu
Note: Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the
touchpad. Also keep the touchpad dry and clean.The
touchpad is sensitive to finger movements. Hence, the
lighter the touch, the better the response. Tapping too
hard will not increase the touchpad’s responsiveness.
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Storage
Storage
This computer comes with a high-capacity Enhanced-IDE
hard disk. You can also connect an external 3.5-inch,
1.44MB floppy drive to your computer.
Hard Disk
The removable hard disk module can be upgraded when
you need more storage space. See “Hard Disk Upgrade” on
page 60.
External Drive
The computer can share the parallel port with both a
printer and an external floppy drive. It can automatically
detect whether a printing device or a floppy drive has been
inserted. You can connect these two devices together using
an optional parallel cable (See “Parallel Cable” on page 57).
External 3.5-inch floppy drives come with a capacity of
720KB, 1.2MB, or 1.44MB.
Storage
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Ports
Ports
Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your
computer as you would with a desktop PC.
Rear Ports
Ports
Fast Infrared
The computer’s fast infrared (FIR) port allows you to do
wireless data transfer with other IR-aware computers and
peripherals such as infrared printers. The infrared port can
transfer data at speeds of up to four megabits per second
(Mbps) at a distance of up to one meter.
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Ports
Ports
Right Ports
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Fax/Data Modem
The computer has a built-in fax/data modem.
PC Card Slots
There are two type II/I or one type III CardBus PC Card
slots found on the right panel of the computer. These slots
accept credit-card-sized cards that enhance the usability
and expandability of the computer.
Ports
Inserting a Card
Insert the card into the desired slot and make the proper
connections (e.g., network cable), if necessary. See your
card manual for details.
For type III cards, insert card into the lower slot.
Ejecting a Card
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Ports
Audio
Audio
The standard computer configuration includes 16-bit high-
fidelity stereo audio with further enhancements that
include 3D sound for true audio immersion. The speaker,
positioned beside the display, directs sound towards you
which allows for excellent sound output.
Speaker
Speaker
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Audio
Controlling Volume
Security Notch
A security notch located on the right panel of the computer
lets you connect a Kensington-compatible key-based
computer security lock.
Passwords
A two-level password scheme protects your computer from
unauthorized access. When set, no one can access the
computer without entering the correct password. See
“Security” on page 88 for more information on setting and
removing a password.
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2
Operating on Battery Power
The computer operates on AC or battery power. This
chapter contains the information you need to know to
operate the computer on battery power. It also includes
information on how your computer manages and saves
power.
Contents
Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Battery Pack Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack . . . . 33
Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Charging Modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Checking the Battery Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Using the Windows Battery Meter . . . . . . 35
Optimizing Battery Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Battery-low Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Power Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Power Management Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Display Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Hard Disk Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Peripheral Standby Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Standby mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Hibernation mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Advanced Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
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Battery Pack
Battery Pack
The computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use
between charges.
Note: When using a battery pack for the first time, fully
recharge the battery, then disconnect the adapter to use
up the battery before recharging again. You only need to
do this once with a new battery or with a battery that’s
been stored without being used for a long time. If the
computer is to be stored for more than two weeks, we
suggest that you remove the battery pack. Battery power
(from a fully charged battery pack) depletes in roughly a
day with the computer in Standby mode, or a month in
Hibernation mode or when the power is off.
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Battery Pack
Battery Pack
Charging Modes
The adapter has three charging modes:
❑ Rapid mode
The computer uses rapid charging when power is turned
off and a powered AC adapter is connected to it. In rapid
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Battery Pack
Battery Pack
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Battery Pack
Battery-low Warning
You never have to worry about battery power as long as you
are using the AC adapter. However, when you operate the
computer on battery power, pay extra attention to the
warning beeps and the power indicator on the display
panel.
Battery Pack
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Power Management
Power Management
This computer has a built-in power management unit that
monitors system activity. System activity refers to any
activity involving one or more of the following devices:
keyboard, mouse, floppy drive, hard disk, peripherals
connected to the serial and parallel ports, and video
memory. If no activity is detected for a period of time (called
an inactivity time-out), the computer stops some or all of
these devices in order to conserve energy.
Power Management
Standby mode
The computer consumes very low power in Standby mode.
All data remains intact in the system memory until the
battery is drained.
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Power Management
Hibernation mode
In Hibernation mode, all power shuts off (the computer does
not consume any power). The computer saves all system
information onto the hard disk before it enters Hibernation
mode. Once you turn on the power, the computer restores
this information and resumes where you left off.
Power Management
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3
Peripherals and Options
Your computer offers expansion capabilities with its built-in
ports and connectors. This chapter describes how to
connect peripherals and hardware options that help you
use your computer with ease. When connecting
peripherals, read the manual included with the peripheral
for operating instructions.
You can also add more memory or upgrade your hard disk
when you need to in order to keep your computer in step
with the latest technology. You can purchase most of these
and other options directly from Acer.
Contents
External Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
External Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
External Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
External Pointing Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
External PS/2 Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
External Serial Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Audio Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
External PCMCIA CD-ROM (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . 54
USB Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Miscellaneous Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Additional Power Packs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
PS/2 Y-Bridge Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Parallel Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
File Transfer Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Key Component Upgrades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Memory Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Memory Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Hard Disk Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
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External Monitor
External Monitor
To show graphical effects on a larger display, connect an
external monitor to the CRT port. Read the monitor
manual for additional instructions.
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External Keyboard
External Keyboard
This computer has a keyboard with full-sized keys and an
embedded keypad. If you feel more comfortable using a
desktop keyboard, you can install a PS/2-compatible
external keyboard.
External Keypad
External Keypad
You can also use a 17-key numeric keypad for number-
sensitive data entry applications. To connect the keypad,
plug in the keypad connector to the PS/2 port.
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To enable the serial mouse, use the Add New Hardware tool
in the Windows Control Panel.
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Printer
Printer
This computer supports both serial and parallel printers.
For a serial printer, plug the printer cable into a serial port.
For a parallel printer, plug the printer cable into the parallel
port. See your printer manual for operating instructions.
Audio Devices
Audio Devices
Audio devices are easy to connect with the audio ports
accessible from the right side of the computer. You can
plug in an external microphone or audio line-in device to
the microphone-in jack. Amplified speakers or headphones
connect to the speaker-out jack .
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PC Cards
PC Cards
The computer has two CardBus PC card slots that
accommodate two type I/II or one type III PC card(s). Please
consult your dealer for PC card options available that you
can purchase for your computer.
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USB Devices
USB Devices
The computer has a USB (Universal Serial Bus) port that
allows you to connect peripherals without occupying too
many resources. Common USB devices include the mouse
and keyboard.
Miscellaneous Options
Miscellaneous Options
Additional Power Packs
You can order spare batteries and AC adapters.
Battery Pack
It is good practice to have a spare battery around, especially
when you travel. The Li-Ion batteries, coupled with power
management features, supply you with more power on-the-
go.
AC Adapter
The compact AC adapter charges your battery pack and
supplies power to your computer. You can order a spare AC
adapter so you do not need to carry it from the office to your
home or destination.
Cables
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Miscellaneous Options
Parallel Cable
The Parallel cable allows you to connect a printer and an
external floppy drive to your computer simultaneously.
However, you can only use one device at a time.
Miscellaneous Options
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Memory Upgrade
Memory is upgradeable from 16 to 80MB, employing 16-/
32-/64-MB soDIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory
Modules).
Memory Configurations
The following table lists the possible memory
configurations:
0 MB 16 MB
16 MB 32 MB
32 MB 48 MB
64 MB 80 MB
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Moving with your Computer
This chapter gives you tips and hints on things to consider
when moving around or traveling with your computer. We
have arranged these according to the following situations:
❑ Moving Around — when you are just moving within
short distances, for example, from your office desk to a
meeting room.
❑ Taking the Computer Home — when you are moving
from your office to your home or vice versa.
❑ Traveling with the Computer — when you are moving
within a larger distance, for instance, from your office
building to a client’s office building or traveling locally.
❑ Traveling Internationally with the Computer — when
you are moving from country to country.
Contents
Disconnecting from the Desktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Moving Around . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Preparing the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
What To Bring to Short Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . 63
What To Bring to Long Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Taking the Computer Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Preparing the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
What To Bring with You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Special Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Setting Up a Home Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Traveling with the Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Preparing the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
What To Bring with You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Special Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Traveling Internationally with the Computer . . . . . . 67
Preparing the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
What To Bring with You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Special Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
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Moving Around
Moving Around
Preparing the Computer
Before moving the computer, close and latch the display
cover to place it in standby mode. You can now safely take
the computer anywhere you go within the building.
Special Considerations
Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while
traveling to and from work:
❑ Minimize the effect of temperature changes by keeping
the computer with you.
❑ If you need to stop for an extended period of time and
cannot bring the computer with you, leave the computer
in the trunk of the car to avoid exposing the computer to
excessive heat.
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Special Considerations
In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home,
follow these guidelines to protect your computer while
traveling:
❑ Always take the computer as carry-on luggage.
❑ Have the computer inspected by hand. Do not put the
computer through a security X-ray machine or a metal
detector.
❑ Avoid exposing floppy disks to hand-held metal
detectors.
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Special Considerations
Follow the same special considerations as when traveling
with the computer. In addition, these tips are useful when
traveling internationally:
❑ When traveling in another country, check that the local
AC voltage and the AC adapter power cord specifications
are compatible. If not, purchase a power cord that is
compatible with the local AC voltage. Do not use
converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer.
❑ If you are using the modem, check if the modem and
connector is compatible with the telecom system of the
country you are traveling in.
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5
Software
This chapter discusses the important system utilities
bundled with your computer.
Contents
System Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
PhDISK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Notebook Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Information Viewer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Setting the Supervisor Password . . . . . . . 76
Setting the User Password . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Display Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Navigating the Setup Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Main . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Hard Disk 0 Submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Boot Device Priority Submenu . . . . . . . . . 85
Advanced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Setting a Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Removing a Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Power Saving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Exit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
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System Software
System Software
The computer comes preloaded with the following software:
❑ Windows 95 or later operating system
❑ System utilities, drivers and application software
Note: To access Windows software applications, click on
the Start button and select the application folder. Then
click on the application icon to run the selected application.
To learn about the software and utility, make use of the
online help provided by the software.
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PhDISK
PhDISK
The PhDISK utility allows your computer to enter
hibernation mode. Before entering hibernation mode, your
computer saves all necessary information into a file or
partition created by PhDISK, then shuts off power to all
system components. On the next startup, the computer
reloads the information from the PhDISK file or partition
and resumes from where you left off.
Syntax
PHDISK [options]
where options:
❑ /CREATE (/FILE or /PARTITION) creates the
hibernation file or partition
❑ /DELETE (/FILE or /PARTITION) deletes the
hibernation file or partition
❑ /INFO displays information on the hibernation file or
partition
❑ /REFORMAT PARTITION reformats the existing
hibernation file or partition
Caution: The Hibernation file is a hidden file named
SAVE2DSK.BIN; DO NOT delete or alter this file in
any way except by using the PHDISK utility.
Improper deletion or alteration of this file could
cause you to lose all access to your computer.
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Notebook Manager
Notebook Manager
The computer has a built-in system setup program called
Notebook Manager. The Windows-based Notebook Manager
allows you to set passwords, the startup sequence of the
drives and power management settings. It also shows
current hardware configurations.
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Notebook Manager
Information Viewer
Information Viewer summarizes and lists information about
the specifications and settings of the different components
of your computer.
Note: Items in this table may differ slightly from the ones
onscreen.
Item Description
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Notebook Manager
Item Description
Boot Sequence
Boot Sequence defines the boot sequence to follow when
your computer boots up.
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Notebook Manager
Password
Password is used to set, modify or delete the password(s) for
your computer.
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Notebook Manager
You can also set password checks when the computer boots
up and/or when the computer resumes from standby/
hibernation mode. Simply click on the desired checkbox(es)
and click on Apply.
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Notebook Manager
Power Management
Power Management is used to set various settings related to
power management.
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Notebook Manager
Display Device
Display Device is used to control various settings related to
display device(s), such as the display brightness/contrast
levels.
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Setup Utility
Setup Utility
The Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built
into your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input/Ouput System).
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Setup Utility
Main
The Main screen contains parameters involving basic
computer settings and hardware information.
Parameter Description
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Parameter Description
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Parameter Description
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Setup Utility
Advanced
The Advanced screen contains parameters that are related
to computer hardware.
Caution: The parameters in this screen are for
advanced users only. You do not need to change the
values in this screen because these values are
already optimized.
Parameter Description
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Parameter Description
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Setup Utility
Security
The Security screen contains parameters that help
safeguard and protect your computer from unauthorized
use.
Parameter Description
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Setup Utility
Parameter Description
Set User Press Enter to set the user password. See “Setting
Password a Password” on page 89 for how to set a
password.
Setting a Password
Follow these steps:
1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight a Set Password
parameter (Supervisor or User) and press the Enter key.
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Setup Utility
Removing a Password
Should you want to remove a password, do the following:
1. Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight a Set Password
parameter (Supervisor or User) and press the Enter key.
The password box appears:
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Setup Utility
Power Saving
The Power Saving screen contains parameters that are
related to power-saving and power management.
Parameter Description
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Parameter Description
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Exit
When you select the Exit menu or press Esc from any
screen, the Exit options screen displays.
Parameter Description
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6
Troubleshooting
This chapter instructs you on how to deal with common
system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a
problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems
require opening up the computer. Do not attempt to open
the computer by yourself. Contact your dealer or an
authorized service center for assistance.
Contents
Frequently-Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Error Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
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Frequently-Asked Questions
Frequently-Asked Questions
This is a list of possible situations that may arise during the
use of your computer, and gives easy answers and solutions
to these questions.
I pressed the power switch and opened the display, but the
computer does not start or boot-up.
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Frequently-Asked Questions
If pressing a key does not turn the display back on, two
things might be the cause:
❑ The contrast and/or brightness level might be too low.
Press Fn-F12(up) and Fn-F11(down) to adjust the
contrast level (only for models with STN LCDs). Press
Fn-F9(down) and Fn-F10(up) to adjust the brightness
level.
❑ The display device might be set to an external monitor.
Press the display toggle hot key Fn-F5 to toggle the
display back to the computer.
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Error Messages
Error Messages
If you receive an error message, note the message and take
the corrective action. The following table lists the error
messages in alphabetical order together with the
recommended course of action.
Error Messages
Error Messages
A
Specifications
This appendix lists the general specifications of your
computer.
Microprocessor
Memory
❑ 16MB main memory expandable to 80 MB
❑ One 144-pin soDIMM socket (SDRAM memory type)
❑ 64-bit dual memory banks
❑ 256KB Flash ROM BIOS
Data Storage
❑ One 2.5-inch, 9.5mm hard disk
Audio
❑ 16-bit stereo audio (PnP ISA)
❑ 3-dimensional sound
❑ One speaker
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Specifications
I/O Ports
❑ Two type II/I or one type III CardBus socket(s)
❑ One RJ-11 phone jack
❑ One DC-in jack (AC adapter)
❑ One FIR wireless communications port (IrDA-compliant)
❑ One RS-232 serial port (UART16550-compatible)
❑ One parallel port (ECP-compliant) or external FDD port
❑ One external monitor port (DDC 2.0-compliant)
❑ One keyboard/mouse port (PS/2-compatible)
❑ One speaker-out jack
❑ One microphone-in jack
❑ One USB port
Temperature
❑ Operating: 10°C ~ 35°C
❑ Non-operating: -20°C ~ +60°C
Specifications
Humidity (non-condensing)
❑ Operating: 20% ~ 80% RH
❑ Non-operating: 20% ~ 80% RH
System
❑ Windows 95 or higher operating system
Battery Pack
❑ 16.2-WattHour Lithium-Ion battery pack
❑ Smart battery management technology
❑ 2~3-hour rapid charge for Li-Ion.
AC Adapter
❑ 36-Watt
❑ Auto sensing 100~240Vac, 50~60Hz
Options
❑ 16-/32-/64-MB SDRAM memory upgrade module
❑ Higher-capacity hard disk drive
❑ PS/2 Y-cable for external mouse and keyboard
❑ Parallel cable for external floppy drive and printer
❑ Additional AC adapter and battery pack
❑ External PCMCIA CD-ROM drive (optional)
Index
A AC adapter
AC adapter caring for xviii
caring for xviii battery pack xix
connecting xv computer xviii
Advanced Power Management cleaning
43 computer xix
APM. See Advanced Power computer
Management bringing to meetings 63
audio caring for xviii
connecting externally 52 cleaning xix
connecting xiv
B disconnecting 62
battery features 2
installing xiv information 73
battery pack microphone 6
battery-low warning 32 moving around 63
caring for xix on indicator 6
characteristics 32 power management 39
charging modes 34 security 28
checking charge level 35 setting up a home office 65
installing 33 taking home 64
low conditions 38 traveling internationally 67
optimizing 36 traveling on local trips 66
removing 33 troubleshooting 95
using the first time 32 turning on xv
boot order connections
setting in Notebook AC adapter xv
Manager 74 audio 52
setting in Setup Utility 85 computer xiv
brightness file transfer cable 58
setting in Notebook floppy drive, external 18
Manager 80 keyboard, external 47
keypad, external 48
mouse, PS/2 49
C mouse, serial 50
caps lock printer 51
on indicator 6 PS/2 y-bridge cable 56
care USB 55
AC adapter
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contrast upgrade 60
setting in Notebook help
Manager 80 Internet home page xvi
online help xvi
support information xvii
D Heuristic Power
date
Management 91
setting in Setup Utility 82
Hibernation mode 41
display
conditions 42
auto-dim feature 39
entering 42
hot keys 12
hot key 11
opening and closing 4
resuming from 42
performance 4
utility 71
power management 4, 39
hot keys 11
setting boot device in
HPM. See Heuristic Power
Notebook Manager 79
Management
setting in Notebook
Manager 79
simultaneous 4 I
switching device in indicator lights 6
Notebook Manager 79 infrared 19
troubleshooting 96, 97 ITW. See warranty
E K
error messages 100 keyboard 8
External 49 embedded numeric keypad
9
hotkeys 11
F lock keys 8
FAQ. See frequently-asked
troubleshooting 98
questions
Windows keys 10
file transfer cable
keypad
connecting 58
connecting externally 48
FIR. See infrared
floppy drive 17
frequently-asked questions 96 L
LEDs 6
H
hard disk
Index
M P
media activity palm rest 14
on indicator 6 password 28
memory changing in Setup Utility
configurations 59 90
upgrading 59 checking during boot 89
messages checking during resume 89
error 100 removing in Setup Utility
modem 23 90
monitor setting in Notebook
connecting 46 Manager 76-77
mouse setting in Setup Utility 89
connecting externally 49 PC Card 23
troubleshooting 98 ejecting 24
inserting 24
peripherals
N
power management 39
Notebook Manager 72-80
PhDISK 71
Boot Sequence 74
ports 19
Display Device 79
rear 19
Information Viewer 73
right 22
Password 75
power
Power Management 78
managing in Notebook
starting 72
Manager 78
num lock 13
managing in Setup Utility
on indicator 6
91
numeric keypad
turning on xv
embedded 9
power management
advanced 43
O peripheral standby modes
options 40
cables 56 power management modes
hard disk upgrade 60 display standby mode 39
memory upgrade 59 hard disk standby 40
PC Cards 53 hibernation mode 41
spare AC adapter 56 standby modes 40
spare battery pack 56 printer
connecting 51
troubleshooting 98
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problems 95 navigating 81
display 96 Power Saving menu 91
keyboard 98 Security menu 88
serial mouse 98 software
startup 96 bundled 70
PS/2 mouse speakers
connecting 49 hot keys 12
PS/2 y-bridge cable
connecting 56
T
time
Q setting in Setup Utility 82
questions
multiple PS/2 devices 98
U
setting location for modem
utility
use 98
BIOS Setup 81-94
Notebook Manager 72-80
S PhDISK 71
safety
FCC notice vi
W
general instructions
warranty
viii, xiii
International Traveler’s
lithium battery xi, xix
Warranty
security
keylocks 28
passwords 28
serial mouse
connecting 50
serial port
setting in Setup Utility 86
service when to call xvii, xix
Setup Utility 81-94
Advanced menu 86
Boot Device Priority
submenu 85
entering 81
Exit menu 93
Hard Disk 0 submenu 84
Main menu 82