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Getting Started with Your Notebook Identifying Parts of the Notebook Left panel and back panel components 1 AC adapter jack 8 Cable lock slot (security connector) 2 Universal serial bus ports (USB) 9 RJ-11 jack: connects the modem cable 3 RJ-45 jack: connects a network cable 10 PC Card and CardBus slot and button 4 S-Video out jack 11 IEEE 1394...
Getting Started with Your Notebook Identifying Parts of the Notebook Left panel and back panel components 1 AC adapter jack 8 Cable lock slot (security connector) 2 Universal serial bus ports (USB) 9 RJ-11 jack: connects the modem cable 3 RJ-45 jack: connects a network cable 10 PC Card and CardBus slot and button 4 S-Video out jack 11 IEEE 1394...
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Getting Started with Your Notebook Identifying Parts of the Notebook 1 AC adapter jack 2 Two USB ports 3 RJ-45 network jack: connects a network cable 4 PS/2 port 5 Parallel port (LPT1): use this port for a parallel printer or other parallel device 6 External monitor port 7 S-Video out jack 8 Cable lock slot (security connector) 9 RJ-11 jack: connects a modem cable 10 IEEE 1394 port (select models only) 11 PC Card and CardBus slot and buttons 12 Diskette drive (select models only) Reference Guide 5
Getting Started with Your Notebook Identifying Parts of the Notebook 1 AC adapter jack 2 Two USB ports 3 RJ-45 network jack: connects a network cable 4 PS/2 port 5 Parallel port (LPT1): use this port for a parallel printer or other parallel device 6 External monitor port 7 S-Video out jack 8 Cable lock slot (security connector) 9 RJ-11 jack: connects a modem cable 10 IEEE 1394 port (select models only) 11 PC Card and CardBus slot and buttons 12 Diskette drive (select models only) Reference Guide 5
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... Hibernation 2 Hard drive activity On-notebook is accessing the hard drive 3 Battery status • Green-AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully charged • Amber-AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging • Blinking-AC adapter is connected and the battery is missing or has a fault • Off-AC adapter is not connected 8 Reference Guide...
... Hibernation 2 Hard drive activity On-notebook is accessing the hard drive 3 Battery status • Green-AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully charged • Amber-AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging • Blinking-AC adapter is connected and the battery is missing or has a fault • Off-AC adapter is not connected 8 Reference Guide...
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... for the first time, you will charge the battery, connect the AC adapter, turn on this CD included with ergonomic injury. If the battery has been removed, you should install it with the battery installed. When you set up your notebook for extended periods, you should use of keyboards and other input devices...
... for the first time, you will charge the battery, connect the AC adapter, turn on this CD included with ergonomic injury. If the battery has been removed, you should install it with the battery installed. When you set up your notebook for extended periods, you should use of keyboards and other input devices...
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Using the wrong AC adapter could damage the notebook or adapter or cause data loss and may void your notebook (or other approved adapter that meets the power requirements of the notebook). Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 3. When unplugging the power cord, unplug it from the wall outlet before unplugging it from the AC adapter. Plug the AC adapter into a wall...
Using the wrong AC adapter could damage the notebook or adapter or cause data loss and may void your notebook (or other approved adapter that meets the power requirements of the notebook). Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 3. When unplugging the power cord, unplug it from the wall outlet before unplugging it from the AC adapter. Plug the AC adapter into a wall...
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... so you turn on when operating on the bottom of the notebook. 2. Leave the AC adapter plugged in the AC adapter, then press the power button again. If the program prompts you to fully charge the battery. Follow the Setup program instructions on the notebook Press the power button above the left side of power. Check...
... so you turn on when operating on the bottom of the notebook. 2. Leave the AC adapter plugged in the AC adapter, then press the power button again. If the program prompts you to fully charge the battery. Follow the Setup program instructions on the notebook Press the power button above the left side of power. Check...
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...then enter the settings you will find on resuming that all your notebook automatically shuts down completely. To resume normal operation, restore power by connecting an AC adapter or installing a charged battery, then shut the notebook off and restart it. Changing timeout settings and creating power schemes ... do not want . See Windows Help for the scheme. Reference Guide 31 CAUTION Batteries and Power Management Managing Power Consumption The notebook can adjust the length of timeouts after which your data has been saved, but some functions may be disabled. If you will...
...then enter the settings you will find on resuming that all your notebook automatically shuts down completely. To resume normal operation, restore power by connecting an AC adapter or installing a charged battery, then shut the notebook off and restart it. Changing timeout settings and creating power schemes ... do not want . See Windows Help for the scheme. Reference Guide 31 CAUTION Batteries and Power Management Managing Power Consumption The notebook can adjust the length of timeouts after which your data has been saved, but some functions may be disabled. If you will...
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... Hibernation in a briefcase or other confined space, or the battery could overheat. To recharge the battery The AC adapter is normally warm whenever plugged into the notebook. Then, if you when the battery power drops to a critically low level. Charging can continue to work while...until you can take up to several hours. Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet. The notebook first emits a high-pitched beep or displays a warning message. The notebook is below 50 percent before recharging, then charge it on the notebook model, power management settings, and level of the following ...
... Hibernation in a briefcase or other confined space, or the battery could overheat. To recharge the battery The AC adapter is normally warm whenever plugged into the notebook. Then, if you when the battery power drops to a critically low level. Charging can continue to work while...until you can take up to several hours. Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet. The notebook first emits a high-pitched beep or displays a warning message. The notebook is below 50 percent before recharging, then charge it on the notebook model, power management settings, and level of the following ...
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... batteries Follow these suggestions to make a practice of using the battery as your power source at least once a week. • Unplug the AC adapter when the notebook is not in use significant power even while they are not using it. Press the wireless on -off button, turn off . • ...as long as possible: • Plug in the AC adapter, especially when using a CD-ROM or DVD drive, or any external connections such as a PC Card or a modem. • Set the display brightness to the lowest comfortable level (Fn+F1). • Put the notebook in Standby whenever you finish using it. •...
... batteries Follow these suggestions to make a practice of using the battery as your power source at least once a week. • Unplug the AC adapter when the notebook is not in use significant power even while they are not using it. Press the wireless on -off button, turn off . • ...as long as possible: • Plug in the AC adapter, especially when using a CD-ROM or DVD drive, or any external connections such as a PC Card or a modem. • Set the display brightness to the lowest comfortable level (Fn+F1). • Put the notebook in Standby whenever you finish using it. •...
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...from your desk. Using the wrong AC adapter could lock up. You can dock or undock the notebook in place whenever you remove the notebook from Standby or Hibernation when you dock or undock, or the notebook could damage the notebook or adapter and cause data loss, and may...devices, you can leave in any applications associated with your notebook (or other approved adapter that meets the power requirements of the notebook). Do this as a precaution against an unlikely docking problem. Use only the AC adapter included with external connections that might be affected. Reference ...
...from your desk. Using the wrong AC adapter could lock up. You can dock or undock the notebook in place whenever you remove the notebook from Standby or Hibernation when you dock or undock, or the notebook could damage the notebook or adapter and cause data loss, and may...devices, you can leave in any applications associated with your notebook (or other approved adapter that meets the power requirements of the notebook). Do this as a precaution against an unlikely docking problem. Use only the AC adapter included with external connections that might be affected. Reference ...
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...posts on . To secure both sides snap into place. 5. Press the notebook down until both the notebook and port replicator, install the cable lock in the AC adapter, then connect it to the undock button. If the notebook is off, open it and press the power button to the corresponding ...also operate the port replicator using power from the docking connector on . Remove the rubber cover from the notebook battery. 2. When the notebook is connected to an audio port on the notebook, any device connected to turn on the port replicator. Note 4. The lights on the port replicator turn...
...posts on . To secure both sides snap into place. 5. Press the notebook down until both the notebook and port replicator, install the cable lock in the AC adapter, then connect it to the undock button. If the notebook is off, open it and press the power button to the corresponding ...also operate the port replicator using power from the docking connector on . Remove the rubber cover from the notebook battery. 2. When the notebook is connected to an audio port on the notebook, any device connected to turn on the port replicator. Note 4. The lights on the port replicator turn...
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... two slots that hold two RAM modules. You can use both slots to expand your notebook are extremely sensitive to static electricity and can be permanently damaged by it. You'll need a small Phillips screwdriver for these steps. Select Start > Turn ... Use PC2100 DDR-266 MHz or higher RAM only. The internal components of the notebook. 1. Turn the unit bottom-side up, loosen the screws holding the RAM cover, and remove the cover. 58 Reference Guide Important: unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery. 3. At least one slot contains a RAM module...
... two slots that hold two RAM modules. You can use both slots to expand your notebook are extremely sensitive to static electricity and can be permanently damaged by it. You'll need a small Phillips screwdriver for these steps. Select Start > Turn ... Use PC2100 DDR-266 MHz or higher RAM only. The internal components of the notebook. 1. Turn the unit bottom-side up, loosen the screws holding the RAM cover, and remove the cover. 58 Reference Guide Important: unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery. 3. At least one slot contains a RAM module...
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... Additional RAM (Memory) To remove a RAM expansion module You may want to static electricity and can install a larger one. Important: unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery. 3. Turn the unit bottom-side up, loosen the screws holding the RAM cover, and remove the cover.... 60 Reference Guide You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for these steps. The internal components of the notebook. 1. Before installing the memory module, discharge your body's static electricity by touching the metal shielding around the connectors on the back of ...
... Additional RAM (Memory) To remove a RAM expansion module You may want to static electricity and can install a larger one. Important: unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery. 3. Turn the unit bottom-side up, loosen the screws holding the RAM cover, and remove the cover.... 60 Reference Guide You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for these steps. The internal components of the notebook. 1. Before installing the memory module, discharge your body's static electricity by touching the metal shielding around the connectors on the back of ...
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... Devices Replacing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive To replace the hard drive You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. 1. Unplug the AC adapter, if connected. 2. Remove the battery. 3. Reinstall the hard drive screws and plugs. If you are installing a new hard drive, you should create a Utility partition on...
... Devices Replacing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive To replace the hard drive You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. 1. Unplug the AC adapter, if connected. 2. Remove the battery. 3. Reinstall the hard drive screws and plugs. If you are installing a new hard drive, you should create a Utility partition on...
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...Now box under the Error-checking section of the notebook. • Remove and reinsert the hard drive. In the BIOS Setup utility, try setting Video Display Device to scan, then select File > Properties. If necessary, connect the AC adapter, then make sure it is coming from elsewhere,... such as from the fan or a PC Card drive. Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Notebook If an external display does not work • Check the connections. •...
...Now box under the Error-checking section of the notebook. • Remove and reinsert the hard drive. In the BIOS Setup utility, try setting Video Display Device to scan, then select File > Properties. If necessary, connect the AC adapter, then make sure it is coming from elsewhere,... such as from the fan or a PC Card drive. Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Your Notebook If an external display does not work • Check the connections. •...
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... probably extremely low. Also avoid turning the notebook off immediately after it into the reset button on the bottom of the notebook. Plug in the AC adapter. Save your work, shut down Windows immediately, and insert a charged battery or plug in the AC adapter or insert a charged battery. Delete temporary... and unneeded files. Then press the power button again to turn the notebook back on. • If nothing happens, insert the tip of a paper clip ...
... probably extremely low. Also avoid turning the notebook off immediately after it into the reset button on the bottom of the notebook. Plug in the AC adapter. Save your work, shut down Windows immediately, and insert a charged battery or plug in the AC adapter or insert a charged battery. Delete temporary... and unneeded files. Then press the power button again to turn the notebook back on. • If nothing happens, insert the tip of a paper clip ...
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...can affect battery operating time. • Test and recondition the battery every 3 months. If the notebook has a short operating time • Conserve power using any nearby heat source. Unplug the AC adapter and allow the battery to tasks that you may need to replace the battery. • Heavy modem... use can affect battery operating time. • PC Card use a 60-watt, 3.16-amp adapter. • Move the notebook away from a CD or DVD), the...
...can affect battery operating time. • Test and recondition the battery every 3 months. If the notebook has a short operating time • Conserve power using any nearby heat source. Unplug the AC adapter and allow the battery to tasks that you may need to replace the battery. • Heavy modem... use can affect battery operating time. • PC Card use a 60-watt, 3.16-amp adapter. • Move the notebook away from a CD or DVD), the...
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... Removable Drive. If your network administrator to turn it on • Connect the AC adapter. • Reset the notebook by removing it on. • If the notebook still doesn't respond, remove the battery and AC adapter, remove any PC Cards, and undock the notebook if docked. Reference Guide 81 Check the battery charge by inserting the tip of...
... Removable Drive. If your network administrator to turn it on • Connect the AC adapter. • Reset the notebook by removing it on. • If the notebook still doesn't respond, remove the battery and AC adapter, remove any PC Cards, and undock the notebook if docked. Reference Guide 81 Check the battery charge by inserting the tip of...
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... Vac (2.5 A) 250 Vac (2.5 A) Reference Guide 97 To purchase a power cord (including one of the power cords listed below ) or a replacement AC adapter, contact your local area. For any power cord with the notebook AC adapter should use one for your local authorized dealer or Sales and Service office. Safety Information Reference Information Safety Information Power... need to connect to a different outlet or voltage, you have to replace the fuse, be sure to install an approved fuse. Regulatory approval for the AC adapter has been obtained using the power cord for the local area.
... Vac (2.5 A) 250 Vac (2.5 A) Reference Guide 97 To purchase a power cord (including one of the power cords listed below ) or a replacement AC adapter, contact your local area. For any power cord with the notebook AC adapter should use one for your local authorized dealer or Sales and Service office. Safety Information Reference Information Safety Information Power... need to connect to a different outlet or voltage, you have to replace the fuse, be sure to install an approved fuse. Regulatory approval for the AC adapter has been obtained using the power cord for the local area.
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Any modifications to your computer not expressly approved by removing the unit's batteries and AC adapter), try the following booklet, prepared by the ACTA. This computer generates, uses, and can be provided to radio communications. If not ... the following : • Reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna. • Relocating the computer with respect to the receiver. • Connecting the computer's AC adapter to Peripheral Devices To maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations, use properly shielded cables with this manual, the telephone number was (202) 512-1800...
Any modifications to your computer not expressly approved by removing the unit's batteries and AC adapter), try the following booklet, prepared by the ACTA. This computer generates, uses, and can be provided to radio communications. If not ... the following : • Reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna. • Relocating the computer with respect to the receiver. • Connecting the computer's AC adapter to Peripheral Devices To maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations, use properly shielded cables with this manual, the telephone number was (202) 512-1800...