Page 3 - iii; FCC Notice; Notice: Shield Cables
Notices Notices iii FCC Notice FCC Notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limitsfor a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protectionagainst harmful interference in a residential installation. Thisdevice ...
Page 4 - iv; Caution
Notices Notices iv Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.)certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to thisequipment. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely toresult in interference to radio and TV reception. Caution Changes or modifications n...
Page 5 - Important Safety Instructions
Notices Notices v Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liq...
Page 7 - vii; Laser Compliance Statement
Notices Notices vii 13. Replace battery with the same type as the product's battery we recommend. Use of another battery may present a risk offire or explosion. Refer battery replacement to a qualifiedserviceman. 14. Warning! The battery may explode if not handled properly. Do not disassemble or dis...
Page 8 - viii; Lithium Battery Statement
Notices Notices viii RADIACIÓN LÁSER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO. EVITE EXPONERSE ALOS RAYOS. ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING SE IKKE IND I STRÅLEN. VARO! AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERSÄTEILYLLE VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD ÄLÄ TUIJOTA SÄTEESEEN STIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN VARNING: LAS...
Page 9 - ix; Taking Care of Your Computer
Notices Notices ix 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 dens...
Page 11 - xi; Taking Care of Your AC Adapter and Battery Pack
Notices Notices xi q Never place objects on top of the notebook to avoid damaging the notebook. q Never place the notebook on uneven surfaces. Taking Care of Your AC Adapter and Battery Pack Taking Care of Your AC Adapter and Battery Pack Here are some ways of taking care of your AC adapter. q Do no...
Page 12 - xii; Cleaning and Servicing
Notices Notices xii q Do not tamper with batteries. Keep them away from children. q Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations.Recycle them if at all possible. Cleaning and Servicing Cleaning and Servicing When cleaning the notebook, follow these steps: 1. Power off the notebook and re...
Page 13 - xiii; Installing and Removing the
Contents Contents xiii Preface Preface Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with your Computer Chapter 1 Getting Familiar with your Computer 1.1 Features .......................................................1-2 1.2 Display .........................................................1-4 1.3 Indicators ............
Page 14 - xiv
Contents Contents xiv Chapter 3 Chapter 3 Options Options 3.1 External Monitor...........................................3-2 3.2 External Keyboard ........................................3-3 3.3 External Keypad ...........................................3-4 3.4 External Pointing Device ................
Page 15 - xv; Traveling Internationally with the
Contents Contents xv 4.5 Traveling Internationally with the Computer .....................................................4-8 4.5.1 Preparing the Computer..................4-8 4.5.2 What To Bring with You ..................4-8 4.5.3 Special Considerations....................4-9 Chapter 5 Chapter 5 S...
Page 16 - xvi
Page 17 - xvii; Just for Starters...
Preface Preface xvii This manual describes features of the Extensa 365 Series notebook computer. The Extensa series of computers incorporate such features as a CardBus, 16-bit stereo audio, and internal pointing device. This manual should answer most of the questions you have about the day-to-day op...
Page 18 - xviii; Connecting the Notebook
Preface Preface xviii Connecting the Notebook Connecting the Notebook Connecting the computer is as easy is 1-2-3. 1. Insert the battery pack into the battery compartment and slide the battery compartment cover in place. The battery pack has a pull loop at the end for easy removal. Note: When using ...
Page 19 - xix
Page 20 - xx; Getting Help Online; Accessing Online Help
Preface Preface xx Getting Help Online Getting Help Online This user’s guide provides clear and concise information about the notebook, so read it thoroughly. To provide you with help when traveling, the notebook has a comprehensive online help. Accessing Online Help Accessing Online Help Follow the...
Page 22 - Intel Pentium; Multimedia; Built-in dual speakers
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-2 1.1 1.1 Features Features This computer was designed with the user inmind. Here are just a few of its many features: Performance Performance q Intel Pentium ® processor with MMX technology q 64-bit main memory and external...
Page 23 - Lightweight and slim
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-3 q Ultra-slim, high-speed CD-ROM drive Connectivity Connectivity q High-speed fax/data modem port 1 (on some models) q USB (Universal Serial Bus) port Human-centric Design and Ergonomics Human-centric Design and Ergonomics q ...
Page 25 - Opening and Closing the Display
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-5 Opening and Closing the Display Opening and Closing the Display To open the display, slide the display lid latch tothe left and lift up the lid. Then tilt it to acomfortable viewing position. The computeremploys a microswitc...
Page 28 - Special Keys; Lock Keys
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-8 1.4 1.4 Keyboard Keyboard The keyboard has full-sized keys and includes anembedded keypad, separate cursor keys, twoWindows 95 keys and twelve function keys. 1.4.1 1.4.1 Special Keys Special Keys Lock Keys Lock Keys The keyb...
Page 29 - Embedded Keypad; If an external keyboard or keypad is
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-9 work with some applications. Embedded Keypad Embedded Keypad The embedded keypad functions like a desktopnumeric keypad. It is indicated by smallcharacters located on the upper right corner of thekeycaps. To simplify the key...
Page 30 - Windows 95 Keys
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-10 Windows 95 Keys Windows 95 Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows95-specific functions. Key Key Description Description Windowslogo key Start button. Combinations with this keyperform special functions. Below a...
Page 31 - Hotkeys
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-11 Hotkeys Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or keycombinations to access most of the computer’scontrols like screen contrast and brightness,volume output and the BIOS setup utility. Hotkey Hotkey Icon Icon Function Functio...
Page 33 - Activating and Using Hotkeys; Fn; Exiting Pop-up Icons and Screens
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-13 Note: If you want to use an external PS/2 mouse, connect the external PS/2 mouse, then disable thetouchpad by pressing Fn-T. Activating and Using Hotkeys Activating and Using Hotkeys When activating hotkeys, press and hold ...
Page 34 - Keyboard Ergonomics
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-14 1.4.2 1.4.2 Keyboard Ergonomics Keyboard Ergonomics Located below the keyboard, the wide and curvedpalm rest gives you a place to rest your handswhile you type.
Page 35 - Touchpad Basics
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-15 1.5 1.5 Touchpad Touchpad The built-in touchpad is a PS/2-compatiblepointing device that senses movement on itssurface. This means the cursor responds as youmove your finger on the surface of the touchpad.The central locati...
Page 36 - Keep your fingers dry and clean when using
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-16 q Press the left and right buttons located on theedge of the touchpad to do selection andexecution functions. These two buttons aresimilar to the left and right buttons on amouse. Tapping on the touchpad producessimilar res...
Page 37 - Ejecting the CD-ROM Tray
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-17 1.6 1.6 Storage Storage High-capacity storage comes in the form of a 2.5-inch Enhanced-IDE hard disk. The computer alsohas either an internal 3.5-inch, 1.44MB floppydrive or an internal high-speed CD-ROM drive. 1.6.1 1.6.1 ...
Page 38 - Connecting an External Floppy Drive; The external floppy drive is hot-pluggable.
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-18 Connecting an External Floppy Drive Connecting an External Floppy Drive Connect the larger endof the floppy drivecable to the parallelport and the other endto the connector on theexternal floppy drive. Note: The external fl...
Page 39 - Left Ports
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-19 1.7 1.7 Ports Ports Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices toyour computer as you would with a desktop PC.The ports are found on the rear panel; PC cardslots and the modem jack are found on the leftpanel of the compu...
Page 40 - PC Card Slots
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-20 Fax/Data Modem Port (on some models) Fax/Data Modem Port (on some models) The computer has an optional built-in fax/datamodem. 1 !! Warning: This modem port is not compatiblewith digital phone lines. Plugging this modeminto...
Page 41 - Refer to your card’s user’s manual for
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-21 PC Cards (formerly PCMCIA) are add-on cards forportable computers, giving you expansionpossibilities long afforded by desktop PCs.Popular type II cards include flash memory, SRAM,fax/data modem, LAN and SCSI cards. Commonty...
Page 42 - If the computer detects a PC I/O card
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-22 !! Important: If the computer detects a PC I/O card (e.g., modem card, ZV card) installed in the PCcard slots, the computer will not enter standby/hibernation mode but “sleeps” to maintain yourcommunication connection. Ejec...
Page 43 - Rear Ports
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-23 1.7.2 1.7.2 Rear Ports Rear Ports # # Icon Icon Port Port Connects to... Connects to... 1 DC-in Port AC adapter and poweroutlet 2 PS/2 Port PS/2-compatible device(e.g., PS/2 keyboard,keypad, mouse) 3 Serial Port(UART16550-c...
Page 46 - Security Notch; A security notch located on the rear panel of the; Passwords
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-26 1.9 1.9 Securing your Computer Securing your Computer Security features include hardware and softwarelocks — a security notch and a two-level passwordscheme. 1.9.1 1.9.1 Security Notch Security Notch A security notch locate...
Page 47 - Setup Password; Do not forget your password!; Setting a Password; Enter
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-27 There are two types of passwords you can set: q Setup Password prevents unauthorized access to the Setup Utility. Once set, you must key-in this password the next time you want toenter the Setup Utility. Section 5.3 discuss...
Page 48 - Yes
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-28 !! Important: Be very careful when typing your password because the characters do not appear onthe screen. 5. Press Enter . A prompt asks you to retype the password to verify your first entry. 6. Retype the password then pr...
Page 49 - Changing or Removing a Password
Getting Familiar with your Getting Familiar with your Computer Computer 1-29 Changing or Removing a Password Changing or Removing a Password Should you want to change or remove a password,do the following: 1. During POST (while the startup logo is beingdisplayed), press F2 to enter the Setup Utility...
Page 51 - Battery Pack; When using a battery pack for the first time,; Battery Pack Characteristics; The battery pack has the following characteristics:
Operating on Battery Power Operating on Battery Power 2-2 2.1 2.1 Battery Pack Battery Pack The computer uses a battery pack that gives youlong use between charges. Note: When using a battery pack for the first time, fully recharge the battery, then disconnect theadapter to use up the battery before...
Page 52 - When the battery charge
Operating on Battery Power Operating on Battery Power 2-3 q Battery-low Warning When the battery charge level becomes low, the computer gives offwarning beeps and the status indicatorflashes at regular intervals. This tells theuser that the battery power is critically low.You can correct this situat...
Page 53 - and; Charging the Battery
Operating on Battery Power Operating on Battery Power 2-4 Press the batterycompartment coverrelease button and slide out the cover. Insert the battery packinto the batterycompartment(connector side-down). To remove the battery pack, remove the batterycompartment cover; then pull out the battery pack...
Page 54 - Charging Modes; The adapter has three charging modes:
Operating on Battery Power Operating on Battery Power 2-5 Charging Modes Charging Modes The adapter has three charging modes: q Rapid mode The computer uses rapid charging whenpower is turned off and a powered AC adapteris connected to it. In rapid mode, a fullydepleted battery gets fully charged in...
Page 55 - Checking the Battery Level; Using the Onscreen Battery Gauge; . The battery level icon; Optimizing Battery Life; Purchase an extra battery pack.
Operating on Battery Power Operating on Battery Power 2-6 2.1.4 2.1.4 Checking the Battery Level Checking the Battery Level The computer features battery-low warning signalsthat are both audible and visible. When thebattery pack is low, the computer emits warningbeeps and the battery indicator flash...
Page 57 - Otherwise, the computer enters standby mode.
Operating on Battery Power Operating on Battery Power 2-8 2.1.6 2.1.6 Battery-low Warning Battery-low Warning You never have to worry about battery power aslong as you are using the AC adapter. However,when you operate the computer on battery power,pay extra attention to the warning beeps and theind...
Page 58 - Warning: Connect the AC adapter to the
Operating on Battery Power Operating on Battery Power 2-9 !! Warning: Connect the AC adapter to the computer as soon as possible. Data is lost when computer power is cut off during standby mode. The following table shows the recommendedcourse of action to take when you encounter abattery-low conditi...
Page 60 - Power Management
Operating on Battery Power Operating on Battery Power 2-11 2.2 2.2 Power Management Power Management This computer has a built-in power managementunit that monitors system activity. System activityrefers to any activity involving one or more of thefollowing devices: keyboard, mouse, floppy drive,har...
Page 61 - We recommend you enable heuristic power; Power Management Modes; Display Standby Mode; “Automatic Dim” Feature
Operating on Battery Power Operating on Battery Power 2-12 Note: We recommend you enable heuristic power management to prolong your battery life. 2.2.1 2.2.1 Power Management Modes Power Management Modes Display Standby Mode Display Standby Mode Screen activity is determined by the keyboard, thebuil...
Page 62 - Hard Disk Standby Mode; Pressing the sleep hot key
Operating on Battery Power Operating on Battery Power 2-13 Hard Disk Standby Mode Hard Disk Standby Mode The hard disk enters standby mode or light greenmode when there are no disk read/writeoperations within the period of time determined bythe computer’s HPM unit. In this state, the powersupplied t...
Page 63 - If the computer beeps but does not enter
Operating on Battery Power Operating on Battery Power 2-14 q If the waiting time determined by thecomputer’s HPM unit elapses without anysystem activity, the computer goes intohibernation mode. q If a battery low condition takes place, thecomputer enters hibernation mode in abouttwo minutes. The Sle...
Page 64 - maintaining your communication connections.; Standby Mode; There are five ways to enter standby mode:
Operating on Battery Power Operating on Battery Power 2-15 maintaining your communication connections. Standby Mode Standby Mode The computer consumes very low power instandby mode. Data remains intact in the systemmemory until the battery is drained. There is one necessary condition for the compute...
Page 66 - Light Green Mode; To enter light green mode:
Operating on Battery Power Operating on Battery Power 2-17 maintaining your communication connections. Light Green Mode Light Green Mode This mode applies if your computer detects a PCI/O card installed in the PC card slots. Thecomputer consumes low power to maintain yourcommunication connection. Da...
Page 67 - Press any key; Advanced Power Management
Operating on Battery Power Operating on Battery Power 2-18 q Press any key q Move the active pointing device (internal orexternal, PS/2 or serial) q Open the display cover q If the Resume Timer is set and matched, thecomputer returns to normal mode q If an incoming modem event occurs and theModem Ri...
Page 70 - External Monitor; If an external monitor is not connected,
Options Options 3-2 3.1 3.1 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 additionalinstructions. Note: If an external monitor is not connected, closing the display cover puts the computer int...
Page 71 - External Keyboard
Options Options 3-3 3.2 3.2 External Keyboard External Keyboard This computer has a keyboard with full-sized keysand an embedded keypad. If you feel morecomfortable using a desktop keyboard, you caninstall a PS/2-compatible external keyboard. To connect an external keyboard, plug the externalkeyboar...
Page 72 - External Keypad
Options Options 3-4 3.3 3.3 External Keypad External Keypad You can also use a 17-key numeric keypad fornumber-sensitive data entry applications. Toconnect the keypad, plug in the keypad connectorto the PS/2 port .
Page 73 - External Pointing Device
Options Options 3-5 3.4 3.4 External Pointing Device External Pointing Device This computer accepts either a PS/2-compatible orserial mouse or similar pointing device. Note: When using an external PS/2 mouse, you may choose to disable the internal touchpad bypressing Fn-T . The built-in touchpad wor...
Page 74 - . To enable the serial mouse, use the Add
Options Options 3-6 If you use a serial mouse, plug it into the serialport . To enable the serial mouse, use the Add New Hardware tool in the Windows 95 ControlPanel. External Serial Mouse External Serial Mouse
Page 75 - Printer; If the printer does not function, enter Setup
Options Options 3-7 3.5 3.5 Printer Printer This computer supports both serial and parallelprinters. For a serial printer, plug the printercable into a serial port . For a parallel printer, plug the printer cable into the parallel port .See your printer manual for operatinginstructions. Note: If the...
Page 76 - Audio Devices
Options Options 3-8 3.6 3.6 Audio Devices Audio Devices Audio devices are easy to connect with the audioports accessible from the rear side of thecomputer. You can plug in amplified speakers orheadphones, a line-in device and externalmicrophone to the line-out , line-in and microphone-in ports respe...
Page 77 - PC Cards
Options Options 3-9 3.7 3.7 PC Cards PC Cards The computer has two CardBus PC card slots thatcan accommodate two type I/II or one type III PCcard(s) with ZV PC card supported in the upperslot. Please consult your dealer for PC cardoptions available that you can purchase for yourcomputer.
Page 78 - USB Devices
Options Options 3-10 3.8 3.8 USB Devices USB Devices The computer has a USB (Universal Serial Bus)port that allows you to connect peripheralswithout occupying too many resources. CommonUSB devices include the mouse and keyboard. Most USB devices also include a built-in USB portconnector which allows...
Page 79 - Miscellaneous Options; Additional Power Packs; You can order spare batteries and an AC adapter.; Cables
Options Options 3-11 3.9 3.9 Miscellaneous Options Miscellaneous Options 3.9.1 3.9.1 Additional Power Packs Additional Power Packs You can order spare batteries and an AC adapter. Battery Pack Battery Pack It is a good practice to keep a spare batteryaround, especially when you travel. The NiMHbatte...
Page 80 - The keyboard must be connected to the; Parallel Cable
Options Options 3-12 PS/2 Y-Bridge Cable PS/2 Y-Bridge Cable The PS/2 Y-bridge cable allows you to connect twoPS/2 devices, mouse and keyboard, to yourcomputer simultaneously. Note: The keyboard must be connected to the connector marked keyboard and the mouse mustbe connected to the connector marked...
Page 81 - File Transfer Cable
Options Options 3-13 File Transfer Cable File Transfer Cable You can also transfer files between computersusing a file transfer cable. Connect the filetransfer cable between the parallel ports of the twocomputers and use your file transfer utility toperform the transfer.
Page 82 - Key Component Upgrades; Contact your authorized dealer if you decide; Memory Upgrade; Installing Memory; Follow these steps to install memory:; adapter and remove the battery pack.; Then
Options Options 3-14 3.10 3.10 Key Component Upgrades Key Component Upgrades Your computer delivers superior power andperformance. However, some users and theapplications they use may demand more. Thiscomputer allows you to upgrade key componentswhen you need increased performance. Note: Contact you...
Page 84 - Hard Disk Upgrade; Installing a Replacement Hard Disk; Follow these steps to install a hard disk:
Options Options 3-16 3.10.2 3.10.2 Hard Disk Upgrade Hard Disk Upgrade You can upgrade your hard disk with a highercapacity drive when you need more storage space.The computer uses a 12.5/9.5mm, 2.5-inchEnhanced-IDE hard disk. Installing a Replacement Hard Disk Installing a Replacement Hard Disk Fol...
Page 85 - Moving Around
44 Moving with your Computer Moving with your Computer 4-1 This chapter gives you tips and hints on things toconsider when moving around or traveling withyour computer. We have arranged these accordingto the following situations: q Moving Around — when you are just moving within short distances, for...
Page 86 - Disconnecting from the; Save your work in progress.
Moving with your Computer Moving with your Computer 4-2 4.1 4.1 Disconnecting from the Disconnecting from the Desktop Desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computerfrom external accessories. 1. Save your work in progress. 2. Shut down the operating system. 3. Turn off the computer. 4. Discon...
Page 87 - Preparing the Computer
Moving with your Computer Moving with your Computer 4-3 4.2 4.2 Moving Around Moving Around 4.2.1 4.2.1 Preparing the Computer Preparing the Computer Before moving the computer, close and latch thedisplay cover to place it in standby mode. You cannow safely take the computer anywhere you gowithin th...
Page 88 - Taking the Computer Home; AC adapter and power cord; Special Considerations
Moving with your Computer Moving with your Computer 4-4 4.3 4.3 Taking the Computer Home Taking the Computer Home 4.3.1 4.3.1 Preparing the Computer Preparing the Computer Follow these steps to prepare the computer for thetrip home. 1. Remove all media from the drives. Failure toremove the media can...
Page 89 - Setting Up a Home Office
Moving with your Computer Moving with your Computer 4-5 q Minimize the effect of temperature changes bykeeping the computer with you. q If you need to stop for an extended period oftime and cannot bring the computer with you,leave the computer in the trunk of the car toavoid exposing the computer to...
Page 90 - Traveling with the Computer; Bring the following items with you.
Moving with your Computer Moving with your Computer 4-6 4.4 4.4 Traveling with the Computer Traveling with the Computer 4.4.1 4.4.1 Preparing the Computer Preparing the Computer Prepare the computer as if you were taking ithome. Be sure the battery in the computer ischarged. Airport security often r...
Page 92 - Traveling Internationally with
Moving with your Computer Moving with your Computer 4-8 4.5 4.5 Traveling Internationally with Traveling Internationally with the Computer the Computer 4.5.1 4.5.1 Preparing the Computer Preparing the Computer Prepare the computer as you would normallyprepare it for traveling. 4.5.2 4.5.2 What To Br...
Page 94 - To access most of the software applications,
55 System Utilities System Utilities 5-1 The computer comes preloaded with the followingsoftware: q Windows 95 (or Windows NT) operatingsystem q System utilities, drivers and applicationsoftware This chapter discusses the important systemutilities bundled with your computer. Note: To access most of ...
Page 95 - Sleep Manager; To understand how your computer saves
System Utilities System Utilities 5-2 5.1 5.1 Sleep Manager Sleep Manager Most notebook computers feature built-in power-saving functions. This computer has three powermanagement modes: standby, hibernation, andlight-green. While standby puts your computer into a lightsleep state, hibernation shuts ...
Page 96 - Accessing the Sleep Manager; There are two ways to bring up the Sleep Manager.; On the Taskbar; ) if enabled to bring up the main Sleep Manager
System Utilities System Utilities 5-3 The hibernation file resides in a contiguous areaon your hard disk. Sleep Manager can automatically create, recover,and reallocate space for the hibernation file. If thesystem memory size was changed or thehibernation file on the hard disk was corrupted,Sleep Ma...
Page 97 - Start menu; Click on the Start button.
System Utilities System Utilities 5-4 This icon shows the current status of thehibernation feature. The icon changes to tell you ifthe feature is valid or not. Resting your cursor onthe icon also shows the status. Start menu Start menu 1. Click on the Start button. 2. Select Programs. 3. Select Slee...
Page 99 - Sleep Manager Functions; Create; Select; OK; to automatically create the hibernation
System Utilities System Utilities 5-6 5.1.2 5.1.2 Sleep Manager Functions Sleep Manager Functions Create Create Sleep Manager automatically finds a contiguousarea on your hard disk and creates thehibernation file in this space. You can alsoperform this function by clicking on the Createbutton. When ...
Page 100 - Not Enough Space for Allocation
System Utilities System Utilities 5-7 Sleep Manager automatically checks the systemconfiguration and displays the recommended size.The drive where the space will be created isdefined by the system and will be the firstavailable logical drive which has the requestedcontiguous free disk space on it. T...
Page 101 - Remove
System Utilities System Utilities 5-8 One reason is that the size of the free disk spaceon your hard disk is less than the required size.For example, if the onboard memory is 16MB andthe video memory is 2MB, the total free disk spacerequired will be around 18~19MB. If the total freedisk space is les...
Page 102 - Minimize
System Utilities System Utilities 5-9 Minimize Minimize Minimize Sleep Manager by selecting the Minimizebutton. If the Enable indicator on taskbar box ischecked, Sleep Manager will switch to thebackground by locating itself on the taskbar. Youcan pop-up Sleep Manager again by double-clicking on this...
Page 103 - SafeOff; If you select; , SafeOFF will request
System Utilities System Utilities 5-10 5.2 5.2 SafeOff SafeOff SafeOFF provides protection from accidental poweroff. If you accidentally press the power switch, adialog box pops up for confirmation. q If you select No , the dialog closes and the system does not power off. q If you select Yes , SafeO...
Page 104 - Setup Utility; To activate the Setup Utility, press
System Utilities System Utilities 5-11 5.3 5.3 Setup Utility Setup Utility The Setup Utility is a hardware configurationprogram built into your computer’s BIOS (BasicInput/Ouput System). Your computer is already properly configured andoptimized, and you do not need to run this utility.However, if yo...
Page 105 - Pressing; to make a menu
System Utilities System Utilities 5-12 BIOS V3.0------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------016384 KB Memory Good Enter Setup, Press F2 Key------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------A...
Page 119 - Load Default Settings; Choose; to confirm or
System Utilities System Utilities 5-26 5.3.6 5.3.6 Load Default Settings Load Default Settings When you select the Load Default Settings itemfrom the main screen, a dialog box appears askingyou to confirm that you want to reset all settingsto their factory defaults. Load Setup Default Settings Are y...
Page 126 - Error Messages
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 6-7 6.2 6.2 Error Messages Error Messages If you receive an error message, note the messageand take corrective action. The following tablelists the error messages in alphabetical ordertogether with the recommended course of action. Error Message Error Message Correcti...
Page 129 - level cache memory
A A Specifications Specifications A-1 This appendix lists the general specifications ofyour computer. Microprocessor Microprocessor q Intel Pentium ® processor with MMX™ technology Memory Memory q 16MB on board memory (with one 64-bitmemory bank) expandable to 80 MB q 256KB 2 nd level cache memory q...
Page 130 - MB EDO video memory
Specifications Specifications A-2 Display and Video Display and Video q 12.1-inch high contrast DualScan or TFTcolor LCD q 800x600 SVGA resolution q 1.1MB EDO video memory q PCI local bus video with graphics accelerator q Simultaneous LCD and CRT display Audio Audio q 16-bit stereo audio q Dual spea...
Page 131 - One external monitor port (I
Specifications Specifications A-3 I/O Ports I/O Ports q Two type II/I or one type III CardBus socket(s) q One RJ-11 phone jack 1 (on some models) q One DC-in jack (AC adapter) q One RS-232 serial port(UART16550-compatible) q One parallel port/external floppy drive port(ECP-compliant) q One external ...
Page 132 - -hour rapid charge for NiMH
Specifications Specifications A-4 Weight Weight q 2.9 kg (6.37 lbs.) including battery Dimensions (round contour, main footprint) Dimensions (round contour, main footprint) q 310 x 245 x 46 mm(12.2 x 9.65 x 1.81 in) Temperature Temperature q Operating: 5°C ~ 35°C q Non-operating: -20°C ~ 60°C Humidi...
Page 133 - AC Adapter
Specifications Specifications A-5 AC Adapter AC Adapter q 45-Watt q Auto sensing 100~240Vac, 50~60Hz Options Options q Additional NiMH battery pack q Additional AC adapter q 8-/16-/32-/64-MB EDO memory upgrademodule q External FDD module q Higher-capacity hard disk drive q PS/2 Y-cable q Parallel ca...
Page 134 - International Traveler’s; Always have your ITW passport on hand,
BB Where to Get Help Where to Get Help B-1 This appendix describes how to get in contact withour authorized service centers when you needsupport on our products or when you need getmore information about our products. B.1 B.1 International Traveler’s International Traveler’s Warranty Warranty Your n...
Page 135 - Worldwide Support; If you are connected to the Internet and
Where to Get Help Where to Get Help B-2 B.2 B.2 Worldwide Support Worldwide Support If the country you are traveling in does not havean Acer-authorized ITW service site, you can stillget in contact with our offices worldwide. For technical assistance and support in the UnitedStates and Canada, you c...
Page 136 - BB
Index Index Index-1 A A AC adapter connecting, xviitaking care of, xi Advanced Power Management (APM), 2-17 applications, accessing, 5-1audio, 1-25audio devices, attaching, 3-8 BB battery pack battery-low warning, 2-8characteristics, 2-2charging, 2-4charging modes, 2-5checking the charge level, 2-6 ...
Page 137 - II
Index Index Index-2 performance, 1-2 H H hard disk, 1-17 installing, 3-16 help online, accessing, xixonline, web, xix hibernation mode entering, 2-12exiting, 2-13 hot keys, 1-11 activating and using, 1-13exiting pop-up icons and screens, 1-13 help, 1-11 II indicator lights, 1-6 LL lock keys, 1-8ligh...
Page 138 - SS
Index Index Index-3 hibernation mode, 2-12light green mode, 2-16standby mode, 2-14 printer, attaching, 3-7problems, See FAQ (Frequently AskedQuestions) SS SafeOff, 5-10security passwords, 1-26security notch, 1-26 service when to call, xii Setup Utility, 5-11 Basic System Settings, 5-13Load Default S...