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ii Copyright This is a product of Acer Inc. developed to TI specifications.Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks andTravelMate is a trademark of Acer Inc. Texas Instruments,TI and the TI logo are registered trademarks of TexasInstruments Inc. Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows logoare re...
Page 3 - iii; About This User’s Guide; The following conventions are used in this manual:
iii About This User’s Guide The following conventions are used in this manual: Notes related to the current topic Warnings about actions that can causedamage. Cautions that help you avoid problems Important reminders. Tips or shortcuts.
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Page 5 - Contents
Contents v Getting Started ............................................................ 1 Unpacking Your Computer ........................... 1Taking Care of Your Computer ..................... 2 Cleaning ............................................... 3AC Adapter ......................................
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Contents vii Floppy Drive Cable ..................................... 65PS/2 Y-Bridge Cable .................................. 66File Transfer Cable ..................................... 67Battery Pack .............................................. 68AC Adapter .........................................
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Contents viii FCC Class B Radio Frequency Interference Statement ........................... 120 Index ........................................................................ 121
Page 9 - Getting Started; Unpacking Your Computer
1 Getting Started 1 Congratulations on your purchase of theTravelMate 7300 series notebook computer.Guaranteed and backed by world-class support,you can be sure of top-notch performance fromyour new computer. This section guides youthrough the first few steps in setting up yourcomputer. Unpacking Yo...
Page 10 - Taking Care of Your Computer; Do not expose the notebook to dust and dirt.
Getting Started 2 Taking Care of Your Computer Your notebook will serve you well if you observethe following guidelines: q Do not expose the notebook to prolongeddirect sunlight, or sources of heat, such as aradiator. q Do not expose the notebook to temperaturesbelow 32ºF (0ºC) or above 122ºF (50ºC)...
Page 11 - Cleaning; Close the display lid to turn the notebook off.; AC Adapter
Getting Started 3 Cleaning Before cleaning the notebook, always disconnectall power to the computer as follows: 1. Close the display lid to turn the notebook off. 2. Disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Remove the battery pack. To clean the notebook case, use a soft clothmoistened with water. Do not use li...
Page 12 - Battery Pack
Getting Started 4 Battery Pack The long-lasting Lithium-Ion rechargeable batterypack provides power to your notebook on the go.Here are some things to keep in mind regardingthe battery pack: q Do not expose the battery pack totemperatures above 122°F (50°C). q Use the battery pack only with the Trav...
Page 13 - Powering Up Your Computer; Entering User Information
Getting Started 5 Powering Up Your Computer Powering up the computer is as easy as 1-2-3: 1. Insert the Battery Pack. Insert the battery pack intothe battery compartmentand slide the batterycompartment cover towardthe rear of the notebookuntil the compartmentcover snaps closed. 2. Connect the AC Ada...
Page 14 - Creating Backup and Startup Diskettes; If your Windows 95 package contains a
Getting Started 6 Creating Backup and Startup Diskettes Windows 95 prompts you to create backup andstartup diskettes. Note: If your Windows 95 package contains a Windows 95 CD, you do not need to createbackup diskettes for Windows 95. However, youshould still create a Windows 95 startup disk.
Page 15 - Using Diskettes
Getting Started 7 Using Diskettes Follow these guidelines when using diskettes withyour computer: q Always make backup copies of diskettes thatcontain important data or program files. q Keep diskettes away from magnetic fields andsources of heat. q Avoid removing a diskette from the drivewhen the fl...
Page 16 - Travel Tips; Disconnect the AC adapter and all peripherals.
Getting Started 8 Travel Tips Here are some tips on preparing your computer fortraveling: 1. Make diskette or tape backup copies ofimportant files on the hard disk. 2. Close the display, making sure the cover latchis secure. 3. Disconnect the AC adapter and all peripherals. 4. Place the notebook, AC...
Page 18 - Getting Help; Technical Support
Getting Started 10 Getting Help This user’s guide provides clear and conciseinformation about your computer, so read itthoroughly. Technical Support Should you ever have a problem with yourTravelMate, or if you think something is notworking properly, call our technical support at(800) 816-2237. Plea...
Page 19 - System Tour; Feature Summary; Performance
2 System Tour 11 The Travelmate 7300 combines high-performance,versatility, multimedia capabilities, and anadvanced power management system in a uniqueergonomic and stylish case. Feature Summary The computer is packed with features that make itas easy to work with as it is to look at. Here aresome o...
Page 20 - Multimedia and Communications; Infrared wireless communication; Ergonomics; Intuitive FlashStart automatic power-on
System Tour 12 Multimedia and Communications q 16-bit stereo audio with built-in FMsynthesizer and 3D sound effect q Built-in microphone and dual angled stereospeakers q Support for simultaneous display on thebuilt-in screen and an external monitor forpresentations q Full-screen, 30 frames per secon...
Page 21 - Expandability; USB port onboard
System Tour 13 Expandability q CardBus PC Card (PCMCIA) slots (two typeII/I or one type III) with Zoomed Video portfunction q Mini-dock option with built-in CardBus slots(two type II/I or one type III) q USB port onboard q Upgradeable memory and hard disk
Page 22 - Display; The computer is available with an active; Opening and Closing the Display
System Tour 14 Display The computer’s large graphical display offersexcellent viewing, with quality and performanceequal to desktop displays. Note: The computer is available with an active matrix TFT display. Opening and Closing the Display To open the display, slide the display lid latch tothe righ...
Page 23 - Indicator Lights
System Tour 15 When you close the display lid, the computersaves all data either to the hard disk or tomemory, depending on the When Lid Is Closedsetting (see page 95). When all data is saved, thecomputer turns itself off. When you reopen the lid,the computer retrieves your data and resumeswhere you...
Page 25 - Keyboard; Lock Keys
System Tour 17 Keyboard The computer’s full-size keyboard includes lockkeys, an embedded keypad with cursor-controlkeys, Windows 95 keys, twelve function keys thatact as “hot keys” when used in combination withthe special Fn key. The keyboard also includes a built-in touchpadpointing device and a co...
Page 26 - When entering a lot of numeric data, toggle
System Tour 18 Tip: When entering a lot of numeric data, toggle on NumLk or attach an external keypad asdescribed on page 61. Key Description Caps Lock When Caps Lock is on, alphabeticalcharacters appear in uppercase as you typethem. Fn+NumLk(Fn+F11) When Num Lock After Boot is enabled in theBIOS se...
Page 27 - Embedded Keypad
System Tour 19 Embedded Keypad The embedded keypad functions like a desktopnumeric keypad. It is marked by small charactersprinted in the upper right corner of the keycaps.(For simplicity, cursor-control symbols are notprinted on the keycaps.) To Use With NumLk On With NumLk Off Numeric keys Use the...
Page 28 - Windows 95 Keys; and
System Tour 20 Windows 95 Keys The computer keyboard contains two keys thatperform Windows 95-specific functions: ÿ and . Key Description ÿ key The same as clicking the Windows 95 Startbutton. Pressing other keys in combination withthe ÿ key performs special functions: ÿ + Tab Activate the next task...
Page 29 - Hot Keys
System Tour 21 Hot Keys The computer’s special Fn key, used incombination with other keys, provides “hot-key”combinations that access system controlfunctions, such as screen contrast, brightness,volume output, and the BIOS setup utility. Note: When using hot-key combinations, press and hold the Fn k...
Page 32 - Eject Menu
System Tour 24 Eject Menu The Fn+F9 hot-key combination brings up aspecial eject menu that allows you to performseveral system configuration functions. Eject Options: Battery (Suspend-to-disk) ................ Change CD-ROM Disc (Also Fn+1) ................... Eject Mini Dock (Suspend) ................
Page 33 - Touchpad
System Tour 25 Touchpad The ergonomically-positioned touchpad is apointing device that senses movement on itssurface. The pointer moves on the screen inresponse to the movement of your finger on thesurface of the touchpad. q Move your finger across the touchpad to movethe pointer on the screen. q Pr...
Page 35 - Palm Rest; The palm rest helps prevent repetitive strain
System Tour 27 Palm Rest The curved palm rest located below the keyboardprovides a comfortable place to rest your hands asyou type. Tip: The palm rest helps prevent repetitive strain injury to your wrists and fingers.
Page 36 - Storage; Hard Disk
System Tour 28 Storage The computer provides high-capacity storage on a2.5-inch Enhanced-IDE hard disk. The computeralso contains a bay that accepts removablemodules—a CD-ROM drive, a floppy drive or asecond hard disk option. Hard Disk The hard disk can be upgraded when you needmore storage space. S...
Page 37 - Ejecting a CD; To eject a CD using Windows 95, double-; Using the Floppy Drive Module Externally
System Tour 29 Ejecting a CD To eject a CD, press Fn+1 or press the eject buttonon the CD-ROM drive, or use your softwareapplication’s CD eject command. (There may be afew seconds delay before the CD is ejected.) Tip: To eject a CD using Windows 95, double- click My Computer, right-click the CD-ROM ...
Page 38 - Swapping Modules
System Tour 30 1. If the floppy drive module is installed in themodule bay, remove it by following the stepsdescribed in the next section. 2. Open the port cover on the rear of thecomputer, and connect the 25-pin connectorend of the floppy drive cable to the computer’sparallel port. 3. Connect the o...
Page 39 - Remove Device
System Tour 31 q for CD-ROM q for floppy drive q for hard disk q for no module installed or when the computer is detecting the module typeinstalled in the module bay To hot-swap modules, follow these steps: 1. Left-click on the module bay icon on thetaskbar ( ). 2. Click on Remove Device . 3. Click ...
Page 41 - Audio; For information on connecting external
System Tour 33 Audio The computer includes 16-bit stereo audio with abuilt-in FM synthesizer, dual, angled speakers, abuilt-in sensitive microphone, and two audio portson the computer’s left panel for external audiodevices. For information on connecting external audio devices, see page 58. The dual,...
Page 42 - Audio Control
System Tour 34 Audio Control The computer provides several hot keys that allowyou to control audio output: Hot Key Icon Function Description Fn+F7 SpeakerOn/Off Toggles speaker output onand off Fn+Ctrl+ ↑ VolumeUp Increases speaker volume Fn+Ctrl+ ↓ VolumeDown Decreases speaker volume Fn+Ctrl+ → Bal...
Page 43 - Ports; Rear Panel Ports
System Tour 35 Ports The computer’s ports allow you to connectperipheral devices to your computer just as youwould to a desktop PC. The main ports are foundon the computer’s rear panel. The computer’s leftpanel contains the computer’s multimedia portsand PC card slots. Rear Panel Ports The computer’...
Page 46 - Left Panel Ports
System Tour 38 Left Panel Ports The computer’s left side panel contains thecomputer’s multimedia ports and PC card slots, asshown in the illustration on the next page. 1 PC Card Slots2 Microphone-in/Line-in Port3 Speaker-out/Line-out Port Port Icon Connects to... PC Card slots Two type I/II PC Cards...
Page 47 - PC Card Slots
System Tour 39 PC Card Slots The computer contains two PC card slots on theleft panel that accommodate two type I/II or onetype III PC card(s). Consult your dealer foravailable PC card options. For information on howto use the PC card slots, see page 56. Multimedia Ports The computer provides a Mic-...
Page 48 - Security; System Resource Lock; For more
System Tour 40 Security The computer includes both hardware andsoftware features to secure your computer. Ahardware security notch located on the left panelof the computer lets you connect a standard key-based computer security lock. Circle or wrap a computer security lock cablearound an immovable o...
Page 49 - Power; The battery pack contains a
3 Power 41 The computer operates on AC or battery power.This section contains the information you need toknow to operate the computer on battery power.This section also includes information about thecomputer’s unique power management system. Battery Pack The computer uses a single high-capacity Lith...
Page 50 - Removing and Installing the Battery Pack; To remove the battery pack, follow these steps:
Power 42 Tips: Whenever possible, use the AC adapter. Thebattery will come in handy when you travel orduring a power failure. It is advisable to have anextra fully-charged battery pack available forbackup. If the computer is to be stored for more than twoweeks, it is best to remove the battery pack....
Page 51 - Charging the Battery
Power 43 To install the battery pack, simply reverse theprocedure as follows: 1. Insert the battery pack into the batterycompartment. 2. Slide the battery compartment cover latchtoward the rear of the computer until it snapsinto position. Charging the Battery To charge the battery, place the battery...
Page 52 - Rapid Charge; Checking the Battery Level; With the onscreen fuel gauge
Power 44 Rapid Charge The computer uses rapid charge when thecomputer is in suspend mode with a powered ACadapter connected. Using rapid charge, a depletedbattery charges fully in approximately two hours. Charge-In-Use The computer uses charge-in-use when thecomputer is in use with a powered AC adap...
Page 53 - With the battery-pack gauge
Power 45 q With the battery-pack gauge Onscreen Fuel Gauge The onscreen fuel gauge provides a graphicrepresentation and shows the percentage of thepresent battery level. To view the onscreen fuelgauge, press Fn+F6. (If a powered AC adapter isconnected, a plug icon shows in the onscreen fuelgauge.) P...
Page 54 - Battery Pack Gauge; Optimizing Battery Life; Purchase an extra battery pack.
Power 46 Battery Pack Gauge The battery pack gauge allows you to check thebattery charge level when it is not installed in thecomputer. Simply press the fuel gauge button onthe battery pack. The lights on the fuel gauge show the charge levelas follows: Lights (LEDs) Lit Charge Level lllll 100% llll¡...
Page 55 - The battery indicator (
Power 47 q Set the When Lid is Closed parameter toSuspend to Disk. See page 95. q Use the AC adapter whenever possible,reserving the battery for on-the-go computing. q Keep the battery pack in the computer whenthe computer is powered by the AC adapter. Aconstant trickle charge maintains the batteryl...
Page 56 - The computer will save your data to disk if:
Power 48 q The fuel gauge (accessed via Fn+F6) turnsred. When a low-battery warning occurs, you haveabout fifteen minutes of power left. If you do notconnect the AC adapter or install a backup batterypack within fifteen minutes, the computer savesyour data and shuts down. The computer will save your...
Page 58 - Advanced Power Management greatly
Power 50 Advanced PowerManagement The computer supports the Advanced PowerManagement (APM) standard defined by Microsoftand Intel. Tip: Advanced Power Management greatly prolongs battery life. Use APM whenever possible. To use Advanced Power Management, follow thesesteps: 1. Click the Start button a...
Page 59 - Heuristic Power Management
Power 51 Heuristic Power Management The computer uses a new power managementtechnique called Heuristic Power Management(HPM) to take advantage of APM’s power-savingfeatures without degrading performance. HPMallows the computer to provide maximum powerconservation and maximum performance. Power-manag...
Page 60 - Suspend to Disk; You close the display
Power 52 q Suspend to Disk q Suspend to Memory Note: If an external monitor is connected to the computer, the computer does not enter eithersuspend mode when you close the display. Toenter suspend mode, disconnect the externalmonitor, and then open and reclose the display. Suspend to Disk Upon enter...
Page 61 - Suspend to Memory
Power 53 Caution: If the battery runs out of powerwhile the AC adapter is not connected, thecomputer enters suspend-to-disk mode,regardless of the When Lid Is Closed setting. The computer exits suspend-to-disk mode andreturns to normal mode when you open thedisplay. (Make sure a charged battery pack...
Page 62 - You open the display
Power 54 Note: The computer also enters suspend-to- memory mode whenever an attempt to suspend todisk fails—for example, if the suspend-to-disk fileis absent or invalid. When the computer enters suspend-to-memorymode, the power indicator ( ) flashes. The computer exits suspend-to-memory mode andretu...
Page 63 - Peripherals and Options; Printers; ) on the computer’s rear
4 Peripherals and Options 55 The computer provides excellent connectivity andexpansion capabilities. This section describes howto connect peripherals and hardware options tothe computer and how to upgrade your computer.(For a complete list of available options andupgrades, consult your dealer.) Prin...
Page 64 - PC Cards; To install a PC card:
Peripherals and Options 56 PC Cards Credit-card-sized PC cards (PCMCIA cards)enhance the usability and expandability of yourcomputer. The computer provides two type I/II PCCard slots (or one type III slot) on the computer’sleft side panel. Common type II cards include flashmemory, SRAM, fax/data mod...
Page 66 - Audio Devices; You can connect audio devices to the line-in (
Peripherals and Options 58 Audio Devices You can connect audio devices to the line-in ( ) and line-out ( ) ports on the computer’s left panel. Use the line-in port to connect a 3.5-mmmini-jack microphone or other line-in device. Usethe line-out port to connect external amplifiedspeakers or headphone...
Page 67 - External Monitor; monitor manual for any additional instructions.
Peripherals and Options 59 External Monitor You can connect an external monitor to the CRTport ( ) on the computer’s rear panel. See your monitor manual for any additional instructions. With an external monitor connected to thecomputer, you can display your data on theexternal monitor, the built-in ...
Page 68 - External Keyboard; To connect two devices to the PS/2 port,
Peripherals and Options 60 External Keyboard You can connect any PS/2-compatible keyboard tothe computer. Simply plug the external keyboardinto the PS/2 connector ( ) on the computer’s rear panel. Tip: To connect two devices to the PS/2 port, such as an external keyboard and a mouse, use aPS/2 Y-bri...
Page 69 - External Keypad
Peripherals and Options 61 External Keypad You can connect any PS/2-compatible numerickeypad to the computer. Simply plug the keypadinto the PS/2 connector ( ) on the computer’s rear panel.
Page 70 - External Pointing Device
Peripherals and Options 62 External Pointing Device You can connect a serial or PS/2-compatiblemouse or similar pointing device to the computer.To connect a serial pointing device, plug the deviceinto the serial port ( ) on the computer’s rear panel. Note: To enable the serial mouse, use the Add New...
Page 71 - USB Devices
Peripherals and Options 63 USB Devices You can connect a USB (Universal Serial Bus)peripheral device to your computer. Thisperipheral standard allows you to connect USBdevices to your computer without using up yoursystem resources. Most USB devices have a built-in USB port ontothemselves which allow...
Page 72 - Mini Dock
Peripherals and Options 64 Mini Dock The mini dock allows you to connect yourcomputer to various peripherals, and includes twoadditional CardBus slots. Consult your dealer fordetails. For connection instructions, see the guideincluded with the mini dock.
Page 73 - Floppy Drive Cable
Peripherals and Options 65 Floppy Drive Cable The floppy drive cable allows you to use yourfloppy drive module externally. To connect thecable, open the computer’s rear port cover andconnect the 25-pin connector end of the floppydrive cable to the computer’s parallel port ( ).Then connect the other ...
Page 75 - File Transfer Cable; Use the computer’s serial infrared (SIR) port
Peripherals and Options 67 File Transfer Cable You can use the file transfer cable to transfer databetween the computer and other computers.Connect one end of the file transfer cable to theparallel port ( ) on the computer’s rear panel, andconnect the other end to the other computer’sparallel port. ...
Page 77 - Memory Upgrades
Peripherals and Options 69 Memory Upgrades Memory is upgradeable up to 128 MB, employing64-bit soDIMMs (small outline Dual Inline MemoryModules) in 8, 16, 32 and 64 MB configurations.The following table lists the possible memoryconfigurations. Slot 1 Slot 2 Total Memory 16 MB 16 MB 32 MB 0 MB 32 MB ...
Page 78 - Follow these steps to install additional memory:
Peripherals and Options 70 Caution: When installing memory, werecommend you seek the help of a qualifiedservice technician. Improper installation candamage the memory module or the computer. Warning! Electronic components can bedamaged by static electricity. To avoiddamage, always wear a wrist groun...
Page 79 - Replace the memory door and secure it with the
Peripherals and Options 71 4. Remove two screws that secure thememory door and liftthe door up. 5. Insert the memory module diagonallyinto the slot, and thengently press down onthe module until itclicks into place. 6. Replace the memory door and secure it with the screw. 7. Open the display to turn ...
Page 80 - Hard Disk Upgrades
Peripherals and Options 72 Hard Disk Upgrades Larger capacity hard disks are available as anupgrade. The computer uses a 2.5-inch Enhanced-IDE hard disk. The following table shows thecurrently supported hard disks. Consult yourdealer for additional hard disks that may beavailable. Vendor Model Capac...
Page 81 - Flip over the hard disk
Peripherals and Options 73 4. Remove two screws that secure the harddisk door; then pressthe hard disk doorrelease latch and liftthe door up. 5. Lift up (1) and slide out (2) the hard disk. 6. Flip over the hard disk and disconnect thehard disk cable fromthe hard disk. 7. Install the replacement har...
Page 82 - to your dealer for details.
Peripherals and Options 74 to your dealer for details.
Page 83 - System Utilities; Sleep Manager
5 System Utilities 75 The computer comes pre-loaded with the followingsystem utilities and drivers: q Sleep Manager suspend-to-disk utility q Touchpad driver q Display driver q Audio driver q System core logic driver q File-transfer utility q PC Card slot driver and application Note: Your computer m...
Page 84 - Sleep Manager starts and adjusts the; Accessing Sleep Manager
System Utilities 76 Note: Sleep Manager starts and adjusts the space needed for suspend-to-disk modeautomatically every time you start Windows 95.You do not need to access Sleep Manager forroutine use of your computer. Accessing Sleep Manager To access Sleep Manager, click the Windows 95Start button...
Page 85 - The Sleep Manager taskbar icon appears; Creating Reserved Space
System Utilities 77 The Enable Indicator on Taskbar check box allowsyou to choose whether or not a Sleep Managerstatus icon appears on the Windows 95 taskbar.Select this check box to enable the icon; clear thecheck box if you prefer not to see the SleepManager icon on the taskbar. Note: The Sleep Ma...
Page 87 - Not Enough Space for Allocation
System Utilities 79 If Sleep Manager cannot find the required space onthe hard disk during the space creation process, itdisplays the message “Not Enough Space forAllocation.” Not Enough Space for Allocation When Sleep Manager creates the space on thehard disk, several situations can cause theappear...
Page 88 - Removing a Reserved Space
System Utilities 80 q You are using disk compression and theamount of free space on the uncompressedhost drive is less than Sleep Manager needs.Sleep Manager works with most compressionsoftware. However, Sleep Manager can onlycreate reserved space on the uncompressedhost drive. If the free space on ...
Page 89 - Minimizing Sleep Manager
System Utilities 81 Minimizing Sleep Manager Click the Minimize button on Sleep Manager’swindow to minimize Sleep Manager and allow it torun in the background. If the Enable Indicator onTaskbar check box is selected, the Sleep Managericon will appear on the taskbar. You can thenrestore the Sleep Man...
Page 91 - Uninstalling Sleep Manager; To uninstall Sleep Manager, follow these steps:
System Utilities 83 Uninstalling Sleep Manager Uninstalling Sleep Manager removes the SleepManager utility from your hard disk. Caution: Uninstalling Sleep Manager does notremove the hard disk space reserved forsuspend-to-disk mode. Therefore, you can stilluse the suspend-to-disk feature. However,un...
Page 92 - Touchpad Driver
System Utilities 84 Touchpad Driver The computer’s built-in touchpad works with mostmouse drivers, but the pre-loaded touchpad driverprovides additional functions that work only withthe touchpad. To configure these additional functions, followthese steps: 1. Click the Start button and select Setting...
Page 93 - BIOS Setup Utility; Check the system configuration
System Utilities 85 BIOS Setup Utility The computer BIOS setup utility allows you toconfigure the computer and its hardware settings.The computer comes correctly configured, and youdo not need to run the BIOS setup utility to usethe computer. However, you might need to use theBIOS utility if you wan...
Page 94 - Press; About My Computer
System Utilities 86 Press Fn+F2 to access the BIOS setup utility. Youwill see the BIOS Utility main screen shown below. BIOS Utility About My Computer System ConfigurationPower Saving Options System Security Reset to Default Settings ↑↑↓↓ = Move Highlight Bar, ↵ ↵ = Select, Esc = Exit Press ↑ or ↓ t...
Page 96 - System Configuration
System Utilities 88 Item Description PCMCIA Slot 1 Card presence in slot 1 (detected bythe socket service) Parallel Port Parallel port base address and IRQ Serial Port Serial port base address and IRQ IrDA (FIR) Infrared port base address and IRQ Onboard USB USB port if enabled or not AC Adapter Con...
Page 97 - Date and Time
System Utilities 89 Date and Time The current date is in “Day-of-the-week MonthDay, Year” format—for example, [Mon Aug 11,1997]. The current time is in“Hour:Minutes:Seconds” format. The system usesa 24-hour clock—for example, 6:25:50 PM appearsas 18:25:50. Floppy Drives The default setting for Flopp...
Page 98 - Num Lock After Boot
System Utilities 90 The Hard Disk 1 entry is used when a CD-ROMdrive module or second IDE drive option isinstalled in the module bay. Num Lock After Boot When set to Enabled, Num Lock After Boot tellsthe computer to turn on Num Lock automaticallyon startup, activating the keyboard’s embeddednumeric ...
Page 99 - Fast Boot; Advanced System Configuration; F8 acts as a toggle on the BIOS Utility
System Utilities 91 Fast Boot When set to Enabled, the computer bypasses thememory tests to speed up the boot-up process.The default setting is Disabled. Advanced System Configuration For advanced users, the System Configurationmenu item contains two hidden pages that allowyou to view and configure ...
Page 100 - Internal Cache
System Utilities 92 Internal Cache Internal cache refers to cache built into the CPU.When enabled, this setting boosts systemperformance. It is also called CPU cache or L1(level one) cache. The default setting is Enabled. External Cache External cache greatly increases systemperformance by lessening...
Page 101 - This
System Utilities 93 q Multiple Sectors Read/Write. This parameter enhances hard disk performanceby reading/writing more data at once. Theavailable values are: Auto or Disabled. Thedefault Auto setting allows the system toadjust itself to the optimum read/writesetting. q Advanced PIO Mode. Advanced P...
Page 102 - The default values are Enabled, 3F8h and 4.
System Utilities 94 The default values are Enabled, 3F8h and 4. q IrDA (FIR). The IrDA (FIR) parameter can be set to Enabled or Disabled. The Base Addressparameter accepts the following values: 3F8h,2F8h, 3E8h or 2E8h. The IRQ parameteraccepts 3 or 10. The DMA Channelparameter accepts 3, 0 or 1. The...
Page 103 - Onboard USB; Power Saving Options; When Lid is Closed
System Utilities 95 Onboard USB When enabled, you can connect USB devices tothe onboard USB port on the rear of the computer.The default setting is Enabled. Reset PnP Resources The system resources are already properlyconfigured. If resource conflicts arise, you can setthis parameter to Yes to reset...
Page 104 - With this setting, the
System Utilities 96 q Suspend to Memory. With this setting, the computer saves all data to memory when youclose the display or press the suspend hot keyFn+Esc ( ). The computer wakes up whenyou reopen the display or press any key. Note: If an external monitor is connected to the computer, the comput...
Page 105 - Resume On Modem Rings; System Security
System Utilities 97 Resume On Modem Rings You can set the computer to resume fromsuspend-to-memory mode upon detection of aspecific number of modem rings, ranging from 1 to7. Enabling this option overrides the suspend-to-disk function. Note: This function is currently unavailable. Resume On Schedule...
Page 106 - If a password is currently present,
System Utilities 98 Important! If a password is currently present, the system prompts you to input the passwordbefore entering the System Security screen. Supervisor and User Passwords The supervisor and user passwords both preventunauthorized access to the computer. When thesepasswords are present,...
Page 107 - The system continues to ask for your
System Utilities 99 3. Retype your password and press Enter to verifyyour first entry. After you set a password, the computer sets theSupervisor Password (or User Password)parameter to Present. The next time you boot up,resume from suspend mode, run the BIOS setuputility, or unlock system resources,...
Page 108 - Hard Disk Drive Access Control (DOS mode only)
System Utilities 100 With this parameter set to Normal, the floppy drivefunctions normally. When the parameter is set toWrite Protect All Sectors, all write functions to thefloppy drive are disabled, but you can still readfrom a disk in the floppy drive. When theparameter is set to Write Protect Boo...
Page 109 - Drive C Start Up Priority
System Utilities 101 Setting Description A: then C:(default) System boots from the diskette in floppy driveA. If the diskette is missing or a non-systemdiskette, the system boots from hard disk C. C: then A: System boots from hard disk C. If the harddisk is a non-system disk, the system bootsfrom fl...
Page 110 - Reset To Default Settings
System Utilities 102 Reset To Default Settings When you select the Reset To Default Settingsfrom the BIOS Utility main screen, a dialog boxappears asking you to confirm that you want toreset all settings to their factory defaults.
Page 111 - Appendix; Troubleshooting
Appendix 103 Troubleshooting This section tells how to deal with common systemproblems. Read it before calling a technician if a problemoccurs. Solutions to more serious problems require openingup the system. Do not attempt to open the system byyourself. Contact your dealer or an TravelMate authoriz...
Page 116 - Startup Error Messages
Appendix 108 Startup Error Messages If you receive an error message during system startup, notethe message and take corrective action. The following tablelists the error messages in alphabetical order together withthe recommended course of action. Error Message Corrective Action Disk Boot Failure In...
Page 117 - When you reconfigure the computer
Appendix 109 Caution: When you reconfigure the computer with the BIOS setup utility, you must restart thesystem for the changes to take effect. To restartthe system during startup, press Ctrl+Alt+Delbefore Windows 95 begins loading. To restart fromWindows 95, click the Start button, and selectShutdo...
Page 118 - Specifications
Appendix 110 Specifications Item Standard Optional Microprocessor Intel Pentium ® processor with MMX™technology Memory System/Main External cache 32MBDual 64-bit memorybanks 512KB L2 cache(synchronous SRAM) Expandable to 128MBusing 8/16/32/64MBsoDIMMs Flash BIOS 256KB Storage system One 2.5-inch, hi...
Page 122 - System Memory Map
Appendix 114 System Memory Map Address Range Definition Function 000000 - 09FFFF 640 KB memory Base memory 0A0000 -0BFFFF 128 KB video RAM Reserved for graphicsdisplay buffer 0C0000 -0CBFFF Video BIOS Video BIOS CC000 - CDFFFCE000 - CFFFF System CardBusMiniDock CardBus 0F0000 - 0FFFFF 64 KB system B...
Page 124 - Interrupts
Appendix 116 Interrupts Interrupt Source Device IRQ 0IRQ 1IRQ 2IRQ 3IRQ 4IRQ 5IRQ 6IRQ 7IRQ 8IRQ 9IRQ 10IRQ 11IRQ 12IRQ 13IRQ 14IRQ 15 System TimerKeyboardCascadeIrDA / 2F8hSerial Port 1 / 3F8hAudioFloppy Disk Controller (FDC)Parallel PortReal Time Clock (RTC)USB/System CardBusReserved for PCMCIA ca...
Page 127 - Canadian DOC Notice
Appendix 119 g. Replace battery with the same type as the product's battery we recommend. Use of another battery maypresent a risk of fire or explosion. Refer batteryreplacement to a qualified serviceman. 13. Warning! Battery may explode if not handled properly.Do not recharge, disassemble or dispos...
Page 129 - Index
Index 121 A about my computer, 86AC adapter, 3addresses. See base addresses; memory addresses advanced PIO mode, 93advanced power management, 50audio, 32–34, 58 hot keys, 34 B balance, 23, 34base addresses I/O map, 114memory map, 114parallel port, 94serial infrared port, 94serial port, 93 battery ga...