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..., press and hold the power button for details. If you turn off the computer and want to temperatures below 0ºC (32ºF) or above your TravelMate's standard keyboard. See "Front open view" on Start, Shut Down..., and select Shut down the computer. See Windows help for more than four seconds to direct...
..., press and hold the power button for details. If you turn off the computer and want to temperatures below 0ºC (32ºF) or above your TravelMate's standard keyboard. See "Front open view" on Start, Shut Down..., and select Shut down the computer. See Windows help for more than four seconds to direct...
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... guides iii Basic care and tips for using your computer iv 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 1 A TravelMate tour 3 Front open view 3 Front view 5 Left view 6 Right view 7 Rear view 8 Bottom view 9 Features 10 Indicators 12 Using the keyboard 14 Special keys 14 Launch Keys 21 Touchpad 22 Touchpad basics 22 Storage 24 Hard...
... guides iii Basic care and tips for using your computer iv 1 Getting to know your TravelMate 1 A TravelMate tour 3 Front open view 3 Front view 5 Left view 6 Right view 7 Rear view 8 Bottom view 9 Features 10 Indicators 12 Using the keyboard 14 Special keys 14 Launch Keys 21 Touchpad 22 Touchpad basics 22 Storage 24 Hard...
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.... See "Launch Keys" on page 21 for your computer. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like the left , center and right) 7 Touchpad 8 Keyboard 9 Stereo speaker 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Description LEDs (light-emitting diode) that turn on the computer. Outputs sound. English 4 # Item 2 Status indicators 3 Power button 4 Launch keys 5 Palmrest 6 Click...
.... See "Launch Keys" on page 21 for your computer. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like the left , center and right) 7 Touchpad 8 Keyboard 9 Stereo speaker 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Description LEDs (light-emitting diode) that turn on the computer. Outputs sound. English 4 # Item 2 Status indicators 3 Power button 4 Launch keys 5 Palmrest 6 Click...
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...-F12) Description When Caps Lock is on , the embedded keypad is in uppercase. A better solution would be to know your TravelMate Using the keyboard The full-sized keyboard includes an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. English 14 1 Getting to connect an...alphabetic characters typed are in numeric mode. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Special keys Lock keys The keyboard has four lock keys which you can toggle on , the screen moves one line up or down when you need to do a lot of ...
...-F12) Description When Caps Lock is on , the embedded keypad is in uppercase. A better solution would be to know your TravelMate Using the keyboard The full-sized keyboard includes an embedded numeric keypad, separate cursor keys, two Windows keys and twelve function keys. English 14 1 Getting to connect an...alphabetic characters typed are in numeric mode. Scroll Lock does not work with the arithmetic operators +, -, *, and /). Special keys Lock keys The keyboard has four lock keys which you can toggle on , the screen moves one line up or down when you need to do a lot of ...
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... key symbols are not printed on embedded keypad. Hold Fn while typing letters Type the letters in a normal manner. Note: If an external keyboard or keypad is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps. Desired access Number keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control... keys on embedded keypad Main keyboard keys Num lock on Type numbers in a on the keys. Hold Shift while using cursor-control keys. Num lock off Hold Fn while...
... key symbols are not printed on embedded keypad. Hold Fn while typing letters Type the letters in a normal manner. Note: If an external keyboard or keypad is indicated by small characters located on the upper right corner of the keycaps. Desired access Number keys on embedded keypad Cursor-control... keys on embedded keypad Main keyboard keys Num lock on Type numbers in a on the keys. Hold Shift while using cursor-control keys. Num lock off Hold Fn while...
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16 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Below are a few examples: + Tab (Activates next taskbar button) + E (Explores My Computer) + F (Finds Document) + M (Minimizes All) Shift + + M (Undoes Minimize All) + R (Displays the Run... dialog box) Application key Opens a context menu (same as a right-click). English Key Windows logo key Description Start button. Combinations with this key perform shortcut functions.
16 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Below are a few examples: + Tab (Activates next taskbar button) + E (Explores My Computer) + F (Finds Document) + M (Minimizes All) Shift + + M (Undoes Minimize All) + R (Displays the Run... dialog box) Application key Opens a context menu (same as a right-click). English Key Windows logo key Description Start button. Combinations with this key perform shortcut functions.
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To activate a keyboard hot key, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key(s) in Sleep mode, which can be defined. Hot key Fn-F1 Icon ... keys. See "Power management" on page 27. Switches the power management scheme used by the computer (function available if supported by operating system). English 17 Keyboard Hot keys The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS...
To activate a keyboard hot key, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key(s) in Sleep mode, which can be defined. Hot key Fn-F1 Icon ... keys. See "Power management" on page 27. Switches the power management scheme used by the computer (function available if supported by operating system). English 17 Keyboard Hot keys The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS...
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...below : 1 Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel. 2 Double-click on Keyboard. 3 Click on Details. 4 Verify that the keyboard layout used for "En English (United States)" is set to United States-International. To verify the keyboard type in Windows XP, follow the steps below : 1 Click on Start, ... 2 Double-click on Regional and Language Options. 3 Click on the Language tab and click on the Language tab. 4 Verify that the keyboard layout used for "En English (United States)" is set to United States-International. then select United StatesInternational and click on OK. 5 Click...
...below : 1 Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel. 2 Double-click on Keyboard. 3 Click on Details. 4 Verify that the keyboard layout used for "En English (United States)" is set to United States-International. To verify the keyboard type in Windows XP, follow the steps below : 1 Click on Start, ... 2 Double-click on Regional and Language Options. 3 Click on the Language tab and click on the Language tab. 4 Verify that the keyboard layout used for "En English (United States)" is set to United States-International. then select United StatesInternational and click on OK. 5 Click...
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Please refer to know your keyboard. 2 Open a text editor or word processor. 3 Hold Alt Gr and press the Euro symbol. then select United StatesInternational and click on OK. 5 Click on ADD; To type the Euro symbol: 1 Locate the Euro symbol on your TravelMate If not, select and click on OK. Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. English 20 1 Getting to www.microsoft.com/typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information.
Please refer to know your keyboard. 2 Open a text editor or word processor. 3 Hold Alt Gr and press the Euro symbol. then select United StatesInternational and click on OK. 5 Click on ADD; To type the Euro symbol: 1 Locate the Euro symbol on your TravelMate If not, select and click on OK. Note: Some fonts and software do not support the Euro symbol. English 20 1 Getting to www.microsoft.com/typography/faq/faq12.htm for more information.
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These keys are six buttons. English 21 Launch Keys Located above the keyboard are special one-click buttons that perform special functions. # Launch key 1 Wireless Default application This button permits user Enabled/Disabled Wireless LAN network. 2 P1 3 P2 4 P3 5 Web browser User-programmable User-programmable User-programmable Launch Internet Explorer (or user-defined program) 6 Mail Launch Outlook Express (or user-defined program)
These keys are six buttons. English 21 Launch Keys Located above the keyboard are special one-click buttons that perform special functions. # Launch key 1 Wireless Default application This button permits user Enabled/Disabled Wireless LAN network. 2 P1 3 P2 4 P3 5 Web browser User-programmable User-programmable User-programmable Launch Internet Explorer (or user-defined program) 6 Mail Launch Outlook Express (or user-defined program)
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English 26 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Audio The computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity AC'97 stereo audio, and stereo speaker. Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on adjusting the speaker volume. See "Keyboard Hot keys" on page 17 for more informations on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons.
English 26 1 Getting to know your TravelMate Audio The computer comes with 16-bit high-fidelity AC'97 stereo audio, and stereo speaker. Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume on adjusting the speaker volume. See "Keyboard Hot keys" on page 17 for more informations on the computer is as easy as pressing some buttons.
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... computer. Windows handles all power-saving chores for a period of time (called an inactivity timeout), the computer stops some or all of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, floppy drive, hard disk, peripherals connected to conserve energy. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of these devices in power...
... computer. Windows handles all power-saving chores for a period of time (called an inactivity timeout), the computer stops some or all of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, floppy drive, hard disk, peripherals connected to conserve energy. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of these devices in power...
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... (Windows XP). - You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within short distances, for example, from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor, and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are taking the computer to a client's office or...and click on Start, Shut Down... If you are using one to secure the computer. 28 1 Getting to know your TravelMate English Moving around with your TravelMate This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around "when you are just moving the computer, close and...
... (Windows XP). - You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within short distances, for example, from the AC adapter. 6 Disconnect the keyboard, pointing device, printer, external monitor, and other external devices. 7 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are taking the computer to a client's office or...and click on Start, Shut Down... If you are using one to secure the computer. 28 1 Getting to know your TravelMate English Moving around with your TravelMate This section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around "when you are just moving the computer, close and...
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... : • Minimize the effect of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you. • If you need to stop for condensation before turning on your TravelMate from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall. English 30 1 Getting to know your computer at home, you may want to add an...
... : • Minimize the effect of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you. • If you need to stop for condensation before turning on your TravelMate from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall. English 30 1 Getting to know your computer at home, you may want to add an...
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..., press F2 during the POST (power-on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to set the two launch keys located above the keyboard. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run it. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you... may need to run this utility. You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on self-test) while the TravelMate logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS (basic input/output system). See "Launch Keys" on page 21 for the location...
..., press F2 during the POST (power-on Start, All Programs, and then Launch Manager to set the two launch keys located above the keyboard. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run it. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you... may need to run this utility. You can access the Launch Manager by clicking on self-test) while the TravelMate logo is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS (basic input/output system). See "Launch Keys" on page 21 for the location...
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... on the power. I want to the USB 2.0 connector on your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose. Try attaching an external keyboard to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the taskbar. Right-click on the right or left panel, the internal...select Properties to the line-out port on the icon and deselect the Mute option. • The volume level may be too low. See "Keyboard Hot keys" on page 17 for printing to fill the computer display. If it is set to the appropriate resolution. Nothing should be muted....
... on the power. I want to the USB 2.0 connector on your dealer or an authorized service center as the internal keyboard cable may be loose. Try attaching an external keyboard to eject the optical drive tray without turning on the taskbar. Right-click on the right or left panel, the internal...select Properties to the line-out port on the icon and deselect the Mute option. • The volume level may be too low. See "Keyboard Hot keys" on page 17 for printing to fill the computer display. If it is set to the appropriate resolution. Nothing should be muted....
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.... Equipment Configuration Error Press F2 (during POST) to reboot. I/O Parity Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Keyboard Interface Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Disk Boot Failure Insert a system (bootable) diskette into the floppy ...drive (A:), then press Enter to enter the BIOS Utility; Keyboard Error or No Keyboard Connected Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Error Messages Corrective Action CMOS Battery Bad Contact your dealer or...
.... Equipment Configuration Error Press F2 (during POST) to reboot. I/O Parity Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Keyboard Interface Error Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Disk Boot Failure Insert a system (bootable) diskette into the floppy ...drive (A:), then press Enter to enter the BIOS Utility; Keyboard Error or No Keyboard Connected Contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Error Messages Corrective Action CMOS Battery Bad Contact your dealer or...
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... (XGA) resolution • Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support • 3D graphics engine Audio • 16-bit AC'97 stereo audio • Built-in speaker Keyboard and pointing device • 84/85/88-key Windows...
... (XGA) resolution • Simultaneous LCD and CRT display support • 3D graphics engine Audio • 16-bit AC'97 stereo audio • Built-in speaker Keyboard and pointing device • 84/85/88-key Windows...
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... manually 50 troubleshooting 50 cleaning computer vi computer bringing to meetings 29 caring for iv cleaning vi disconnecting 28 features 3, 10 indicators 12 keyboards 14 moving around 28 performance 10 security 33 setting up a home office 30 taking home 29 traveling internationally 31 traveling on local trips ... 38 D display hotkeys 17, 18 troubleshooting 49 DVD 25 DVD movies playing 25 E error messages 53 Euro 19 F FAQ. See warranty K keyboard 14 embedded numeric keypad 15 hotkeys 17 lock keys 14 troubleshooting 50 Windows keys 16 L LEDs 12 M memory installing 43 upgrading 42 messages
... manually 50 troubleshooting 50 cleaning computer vi computer bringing to meetings 29 caring for iv cleaning vi disconnecting 28 features 3, 10 indicators 12 keyboards 14 moving around 28 performance 10 security 33 setting up a home office 30 taking home 29 traveling internationally 31 traveling on local trips ... 38 D display hotkeys 17, 18 troubleshooting 49 DVD 25 DVD movies playing 25 E error messages 53 Euro 19 F FAQ. See warranty K keyboard 14 embedded numeric keypad 15 hotkeys 17 lock keys 14 troubleshooting 50 Windows keys 16 L LEDs 12 M memory installing 43 upgrading 42 messages
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... PC Card 40 ejecting 41 inserting 41 ports 37 POST (power-on self-test) 45 printer troubleshooting 51 problems 49 CD-ROM 50 display 49 keyboard 50 printer 51 startup 49 troubleshooting 48 Q questions setting location for modem use 51 S safety CD-ROM 68 FCC notice 65 general instructions 67 modem...
... PC Card 40 ejecting 41 inserting 41 ports 37 POST (power-on self-test) 45 printer troubleshooting 51 problems 49 CD-ROM 50 display 49 keyboard 50 printer 51 startup 49 troubleshooting 48 Q questions setting location for modem use 51 S safety CD-ROM 68 FCC notice 65 general instructions 67 modem...