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NOTEBOOK PC USER'S MANUAL Product Name: Notebook PC Manual Revision: 1.01 E548 Release Date: April 2000
NOTEBOOK PC USER'S MANUAL Product Name: Notebook PC Manual Revision: 1.01 E548 Release Date: April 2000
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... le constructeur. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. (Norwegian) (Japanese) Macrovision Corporation Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is intended for Notebook PC with the same or equivalent type recommended by Macrovision Corporation. Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Lithiumbatteri - Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til...
... le constructeur. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. (Norwegian) (Japanese) Macrovision Corporation Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is intended for Notebook PC with the same or equivalent type recommended by Macrovision Corporation. Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Lithiumbatteri - Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til...
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CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek 4
CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French German Greek 4
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... Commission Statement 2 Canadian Department of Communications Statement 2 Nordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery 3 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 3 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 4 SECTION 1 INTRODUCING THE NOTEBOOK PC 9 About This User's Manual 10 Notes For This Manual 10 Caring... 3 GETTING STARTED 23 Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack 24 Using the Battery Pack 25 Before using your Notebook PC on the road 25 Battery Care ...25 Operating Systems 25 Support Software 25 Power Connection 26 Powering ON Your...
... Commission Statement 2 Canadian Department of Communications Statement 2 Nordic Cautions (for Notebook PC with Lithium-Ion Battery 3 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice 3 CTR 21 Approval (for Notebook PC with built-in Modem 4 SECTION 1 INTRODUCING THE NOTEBOOK PC 9 About This User's Manual 10 Notes For This Manual 10 Caring... 3 GETTING STARTED 23 Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack 24 Using the Battery Pack 25 Before using your Notebook PC on the road 25 Battery Care ...25 Operating Systems 25 Support Software 25 Power Connection 26 Powering ON Your...
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SECTION 4 USING THE NOTEBOOK PC 33 Floppy Disk Drive 34 CD/DVD-ROM Drive 35 Laser Safety ...35 CDRH Regulations 35 DVD-ROM Drive (optional 36 Overview ...36 Regional ... Thermal Power Control 53 System Memory Expansion 53 Processor Upgrades 53 Modem and Network Connections (optional 54 Modem Connection 54 Network Connection 54 Securing Your Notebook PC 55 Other Security Products 55 7
SECTION 4 USING THE NOTEBOOK PC 33 Floppy Disk Drive 34 CD/DVD-ROM Drive 35 Laser Safety ...35 CDRH Regulations 35 DVD-ROM Drive (optional 36 Overview ...36 Regional ... Thermal Power Control 53 System Memory Expansion 53 Processor Upgrades 53 Modem and Network Connections (optional 54 Modem Connection 54 Network Connection 54 Securing Your Notebook PC 55 Other Security Products 55 7
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SECTION 1 INTRODUCING THE NOTEBOOK PC About This User's Manual Caring Information Transportation Precautions 9
SECTION 1 INTRODUCING THE NOTEBOOK PC About This User's Manual Caring Information Transportation Precautions 9
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... to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Information that you information on configuring the BIOS software. 6. NOTE: Tips and information to the Notebook PC and this User's Manuals: 1. Knowing the Parts Gives you should be followed in order to data, or personal injury. ...are used in < > represents a key on using Macintosh versions of importance as described below: WARNING! Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. TIP: Tips and useful information for power (advanced) computer users. The following are reading the...
... to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Information that you information on configuring the BIOS software. 6. NOTE: Tips and information to the Notebook PC and this User's Manuals: 1. Knowing the Parts Gives you should be followed in order to data, or personal injury. ...are used in < > represents a key on using Macintosh versions of importance as described below: WARNING! Introducing the Notebook PC Introduces you information on the Notebook PC's components. 3. TIP: Tips and useful information for power (advanced) computer users. The following are reading the...
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.... Do not block the fan vents! Do not place together with a dry cloth. DO NOT expose to rub or scrap the Notebook PC surfaces. 1. Introducing the Notebook PC 11 Follow all servicing to direct sunlight. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on or near the ... if the casing has been damaged. The following safety precautions will increase the life of warm water and remove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. NOTE: The surface glaze is easily dulled if not properly ...
.... Do not block the fan vents! Do not place together with a dry cloth. DO NOT expose to rub or scrap the Notebook PC surfaces. 1. Introducing the Notebook PC 11 Follow all servicing to direct sunlight. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other chemicals on or near the ... if the casing has been damaged. The following safety precautions will increase the life of warm water and remove any foreign objects into the Notebook PC. DO NOT place or drop objects on uneven or unstable work surfaces. NOTE: The surface glaze is easily dulled if not properly ...
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...can send your airline if you intend to use . Remember that it from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. Travelling Precautions Contact your Notebook PC and diskettes through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on long trips. Therefore, you risk damaging the eject button...AC power source. However, it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to the connectors. Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for using electronic devices. The hard disk drive's head retracts when the power is recommended that the 1.44MB floppy disk ...
...can send your airline if you intend to use . Remember that it from dirt, water, shock, and scratches. Travelling Precautions Contact your Notebook PC and diskettes through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on long trips. Therefore, you risk damaging the eject button...AC power source. However, it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to the connectors. Transportation Precautions To prepare the Notebook PC for using electronic devices. The hard disk drive's head retracts when the power is recommended that the 1.44MB floppy disk ...
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Knowing the Parts Display Panel Cooling Fan and air entry ~ ' ! @ # Tab S1 S2 $ % ^ & * ( Sys Rq Prt Sc ) _ + Back Space { } [ ] \ " Microphone Keyboard Touchpad Touchpad Buttons Status LEDs Very Light All-in-One: Including the battery pack weighs only 6.28lbs (2.85Kg). 14 2. Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the top side of the Notebook PC.
Knowing the Parts Display Panel Cooling Fan and air entry ~ ' ! @ # Tab S1 S2 $ % ^ & * ( Sys Rq Prt Sc ) _ + Back Space { } [ ] \ " Microphone Keyboard Touchpad Touchpad Buttons Status LEDs Very Light All-in-One: Including the battery pack weighs only 6.28lbs (2.85Kg). 14 2. Top Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the top side of the Notebook PC.
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...screen. Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with small or sharp objects (e.g. Details are provided to the following describes the components of the Notebook PC locks the display panel in the closed to faster processors in this manual. 2. Slowly tilt the display panel forward or backward... device access, battery charging, and power statuses. Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. NOTE: While the Notebook PC is a pointing device that provides the same functions as shown by the display panel! Opening the Display Panel One spring-loaded latch ...
...screen. Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with small or sharp objects (e.g. Details are provided to the following describes the components of the Notebook PC locks the display panel in the closed to faster processors in this manual. 2. Slowly tilt the display panel forward or backward... device access, battery charging, and power statuses. Display Panel The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. NOTE: While the Notebook PC is a pointing device that provides the same functions as shown by the display panel! Opening the Display Panel One spring-loaded latch ...
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...audio without additional attachments. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that the battery pack cannot be OFF when the Notebook PC is in speakers allow you to release the display panel. Knowing the Parts All audio features are software controlled. Charge Indicator ...and about two seconds to lock the display panel in microphone, and both input and output audio jacks for external audio devices, the Notebook PC fulfills most multimedia computing needs. This LED only lights when the power adapter is used to turn ON the power. Display ...
...audio without additional attachments. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that the battery pack cannot be OFF when the Notebook PC is in speakers allow you to release the display panel. Knowing the Parts All audio features are software controlled. Charge Indicator ...and about two seconds to lock the display panel in microphone, and both input and output audio jacks for external audio devices, the Notebook PC fulfills most multimedia computing needs. This LED only lights when the power adapter is used to turn ON the power. Display ...
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... from a fixed object. DCIN DC Power Input Jack The supplied power adapter converts AC power to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. Knowing the Parts 17 Some security products may also include a motion detector to 4Mbits/sec. Fast Infrared Port The ...The left side of sight to an IrDA node. L Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to cool the Notebook PC's internal components. If your office supports IrDA networking, you can use with PDAs or mobile phones and even wireless printing ...
... from a fixed object. DCIN DC Power Input Jack The supplied power adapter converts AC power to be secured using Kensington® compatible Notebook PC security products. Knowing the Parts 17 Some security products may also include a motion detector to 4Mbits/sec. Fast Infrared Port The ...The left side of sight to an IrDA node. L Kensington® Lock Port The Kensington® lock port allows the Notebook PC to cool the Notebook PC's internal components. If your office supports IrDA networking, you can use with PDAs or mobile phones and even wireless printing ...
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... as shown by right clicking the CD/DVD drive in place of the Notebook PC. Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the right side of ...DVD in a 24X CD-ROM model or a 6X DVD-ROM model (the DVD-ROM is on the right side of the Notebook PC when a floppy disk is used to the power button. Do not use this in Windows™ "My Computer." CD/DVD... a standard 1.44MB floppy disk drive with Japanese 3-mode floppy support. CD/DVD-ROM Drive The Notebook PC comes in case the electronic eject does not work. Unlike desktop PC floppy disk drives, the eject button of the...
... as shown by right clicking the CD/DVD drive in place of the Notebook PC. Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the right side of ...DVD in a 24X CD-ROM model or a 6X DVD-ROM model (the DVD-ROM is on the right side of the Notebook PC when a floppy disk is used to the power button. Do not use this in Windows™ "My Computer." CD/DVD... a standard 1.44MB floppy disk drive with Japanese 3-mode floppy support. CD/DVD-ROM Drive The Notebook PC comes in case the electronic eject does not work. Unlike desktop PC floppy disk drives, the eject button of the...
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... Headphone Mic In Parallel Port Modem/LAN Port 310mm TV Out Port 2 USB Ports The following describes the components on the rear side of the Notebook PC. Parallel Port The 25-pin D-sub parallel/printer port supports parallel devices such as a drawing tablet, mouse, or modem. Knowing the Parts...) supports an RJ11 telephone cable or an RJ45 Ethernet cable. Mic In (Microphone Jack) The mono microphone jack can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to an optional proprietary PortBar. Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to 56K V.90 transfers, and the LAN supports...
... Headphone Mic In Parallel Port Modem/LAN Port 310mm TV Out Port 2 USB Ports The following describes the components on the rear side of the Notebook PC. Parallel Port The 25-pin D-sub parallel/printer port supports parallel devices such as a drawing tablet, mouse, or modem. Knowing the Parts...) supports an RJ11 telephone cable or an RJ45 Ethernet cable. Mic In (Microphone Jack) The mono microphone jack can be used to connect the Notebook PC's audio out signal to an optional proprietary PortBar. Rear Side Refer to the diagram below to 56K V.90 transfers, and the LAN supports...
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.... An adapter is provided for connecting an external PS/2 mouse or PS/2 keyboard to the Notebook PC if you can be connected or disconnected while the Notebook PC is ON. 2. Knowing the Parts 21 This feature can be used in pointing device and keyboard. NOTE: The built-in a series up to 12Mbits...
.... An adapter is provided for connecting an external PS/2 mouse or PS/2 keyboard to the Notebook PC if you can be connected or disconnected while the Notebook PC is ON. 2. Knowing the Parts 21 This feature can be used in pointing device and keyboard. NOTE: The built-in a series up to 12Mbits...
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SECTION 3 GETTING STARTED Inserting/Removing Battery Pack Using the Battery Pack Operating Systems Power Connection Powering ON Your Notebook PC Save-to-Disk Partition Restarting or Rebooting LED Status Indicators Using the Keyboard 23
SECTION 3 GETTING STARTED Inserting/Removing Battery Pack Using the Battery Pack Operating Systems Power Connection Powering ON Your Notebook PC Save-to-Disk Partition Restarting or Rebooting LED Status Indicators Using the Keyboard 23
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...inserted. While holding the longer (battery) latch , lift up behind the longer latch as indicated by row [2]. Getting Started If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack inserted, there will automatically snap 3. Insert the battery pack with the connector side over the ...arrow [1]. 1 1 2. To remove the battery pack: 1. Never attempt to install or remove the battery pack. Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack Your Notebook PC may or may result in the battery compartment as indicated by arrow [1]. Slide the shorter (safety) latch as indicated by arrow [3]. 3 3 2...
...inserted. While holding the longer (battery) latch , lift up behind the longer latch as indicated by row [2]. Getting Started If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack inserted, there will automatically snap 3. Insert the battery pack with the connector side over the ...arrow [1]. 1 1 2. To remove the battery pack: 1. Never attempt to install or remove the battery pack. Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack Your Notebook PC may or may result in the battery compartment as indicated by arrow [1]. Slide the shorter (safety) latch as indicated by arrow [3]. 3 3 2...
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...system itself . The battery pack is connected to provide additional software not included as the Notebook PC is fully charged when the battery charge light turns OFF. Operating Systems This Notebook PC offers its original working order. The support CD is limited. Any temperatures above ... new battery pack must be too short to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC on the road Before you will eventually be purchased. Make sure that the Notebook PC's internal temperature is used in any case, the battery's usage time will have been pre...
...system itself . The battery pack is connected to provide additional software not included as the Notebook PC is fully charged when the battery charge light turns OFF. Operating Systems This Notebook PC offers its original working order. The support CD is limited. Any temperatures above ... new battery pack must be too short to enable hardware features, extend functionality, help manage your Notebook PC on the road Before you will eventually be purchased. Make sure that the Notebook PC's internal temperature is used in any case, the battery's usage time will have been pre...
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... power cords as well as 220V-240V outlets without setting switches or using power converters. Seek servicing if you use a different adapter to power the Notebook PC or use a properly grounded adapter to ensure safe operation of power cord to the AC-DC converter) 26 3. If a three-prong plug ...cord to an AC outlet (preferably with a faulty AC-DC adapter. TIP: You can buy travel kits for the Notebook PC that you to a different standard. Power Connection Your Notebook PC comes with either a two or three-prong plug depending on the adapter will allow you may connect the power ...
... power cords as well as 220V-240V outlets without setting switches or using power converters. Seek servicing if you use a different adapter to power the Notebook PC or use a properly grounded adapter to ensure safe operation of power cord to the AC-DC converter) 26 3. If a three-prong plug ...cord to an AC outlet (preferably with a faulty AC-DC adapter. TIP: You can buy travel kits for the Notebook PC that you to a different standard. Power Connection Your Notebook PC comes with either a two or three-prong plug depending on the adapter will allow you may connect the power ...