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Contents ix Chapter 4 Options AC Adapter................................................... 4-2PC Cards ...................................................... 4-3Numeric Keypad ........................................... 4-4External Monitor .......................................... 4-5External Mous...

Preface x This manual describes features of the Texas Instruments Extensa notebook computers. The Extensa series computers are similar in appearance and incorporate such features as CardBus, 16-bit stereo audio and internal pointing device. The following figure displays the Extensa computer. Extensa...

1 Before You Begin 1-1 After completing instructions in Just forStarters… , read this chapter to learn about important functions of your computer. Some, such as Creating Backup Disks, should be performed as soon as possible after the purchase of your computer. Contents Creating Backup Disks ...........

Creating Backup Disks 1-2 You should create your backup system disks as soon as possible after purchasing your computer. The process you follow depends on the operating system you selected when you installed the computer for the first time. Windows ® 95 Backing up Windows 95 requires approximately 4...

Features of the Computer 1-3 Standard Features The following list displays the standard features: q 8 MB EDO (Extended Data Out) memory q 1 MB EDO video memory q Fast video graphics accelerator q 0-Volt Suspend and Standby functions q No-reboot setup function q STN color display q 16-bit stereo audi...

Features of the Computer 1-4 Customizing Features The following features allow you to customize your computer to fit your requirements. q PS/2 port for connecting an external keyboard, numeric keypad, or mouse q 9-pin serial port for connecting external devices such as a modem or mouse q Simultaneou...

Environmental Specifications 1-5 This section provides information on the optimum operating environment for your Extensa notebook computer. Temperature Operating: 50° to 95°F (10° to 35°C) Storage: -4° to 140°F (-20° to +60°C) Relative Humidity (Noncondensing) Operating: 20% to 85% Storage: 20% to 8...

Using the Computer 1-6 q Never pick up or carry your computer by the display. q Never use the computer in harsh environments where it could be subjected to rapid temperature changes or excessive dust. q Never expose the computer to excessive vibration. q Never expose the hard disk or floppy disk(s) ...

Power Saving Modes 1-8 0V Suspend Mode Suspend mode saves battery power when you are not actively using your computer. In 0V Suspend mode, the computer saves the current system state onto your hard disk drive then shuts off. When you turn the computer on again, it restores the system to the saved st...

Power Saving Modes 1-9 Standby Mode In Standby mode, data remains in memory while the computer powers down unused devices to save power. The standby indicator lights up in Standby mode. Press the Standby hot key (Fn+F4) to enter Standby mode. The computer also enters Standby mode if the STANDBY TIME...

Securing the Computer 1-10 Your computer comes with a Kensington ® lock notch. If your computer store does not carry Kensington locks, you can buy one directly from Texas Instruments. To secure your computer, follow these steps: 1. Wrap the cable of a portable computer Kensington security lock ( opt...

Using the AC Adapter 1-11 AC Adapter ACAdapter Charges the internal battery pack andoperates the computer on AC powerwhether or not a battery pack is installed.The AC adapter can be operated anywherewhere the outlet supplies between 100-240 volts AC at 50 - 60 Hz. The ACadapter has a detachable AC p...

2 Using Your Computer 2-1 Before beginning this chapter, ensure you have read and understood Chapter 1. Chapter 2 describes how to start and use your Extensa notebook computer. Contents Starting the Computer ................................. 2-3Running the Demo Program ......................... 2-4 ...

Starting the Computer 2-3 Power Switch PowerSwitch Turns the computer on and off for bothAC and battery operation; also resumesfrom 0V Suspend mode. When thepower is off, the battery continues tocharge (if a powered AC adapter isconnected to the computer); however,all computer functions cease. Power...

Running the Demo Program 2-4 Contents of the Demo Program Your computer is loaded with an entertaining and informative demo program which includes the following information: q The features of your computer and how to use them q The livegear accessories available for your computer q The software load...

Running the Demo Program 2-5 Deleting the Demo Program An uninstall program helps you delete all or part of the demo program to free up space on your hard disk drive. In Windows 95 1. Double-click on the Uninstall Demo icon on the desktop. 2. When the Uninstall window appears, you can choose a compl...

Turning the Speakers On and Off 2-7 Your computer comes with 16-bit stereo audio. Two built-in speakers are located near the LCD hinges. Built-in Speakers You can turn the built-in speakers on and off using a hot key. SpeakerOn/Off Press Fn+End to toggle the speakeroutput on and off. You can also en...

Using PC Cards 2-8 Inserting PC Cards You can insert up to two Type I or Type II PC cards, or one Type III PC card, in the slots on the side of the computer. Inserting a PC Card In Windows 95 Windows 95 beeps to indicate it has detected a PC card when you insert one. If Windows 95 recognizes the PC ...

Using PC Cards 2-9 In Windows for Workgroups Windows for Workgroups beeps to indicate it has detected the card. If a driver for the PC card has already been loaded, you can use the card immediately. If a driver has not been loaded, you must manually load the driver. Windows for Workgroups does not a...

Using Indicator Lights 2-11 The computer uses the following indicator lights to show the status of certain functions. LCD Panel Indicator Lights Power/Battery-lowIndicator Lights when the system is on andthere is power to the system. Flashes when the battery power islow. Connect a powered AC adapter...

Using the Touchpad 2-14 Moving the Cursor The embedded touchpad offers a unique and efficient way of pointing and selecting in a Windows environment. The following figure shows the touchpad. Touchpad The touchpad responds to finger movements on its surface. To move the cursor, move your finger on th...

Using the Touchpad 2-15 Configuring the Touchpad You can personalize the control of the touchpad by configuring various setting using the Synaptics  Touchpad utility. You can configure the touchpad using the Mouse utility located in the Control Panel Window. Follow these steps to configure the touc...

Using Disk Drives 2-16 Hard DiskDrive The Extensa computer comes with a810-million byte (810 MB) or highercapacity hard disk drive. The hard diskdrive is formatted and loaded withsoftware during manufacture. Do notformat the hard disk. Floppy DiskDrive All models come with a floppy diskdrive. In mod...

Using Disk Drives 2-17 Hard Disk Drive Guidelines If you format the hard disk drive, all data on the hard disk drive will be erased. Do not move the computer when the Disk Media indicator is on. Press the 0V Suspend hot key (Fn+F2) to suspend your system or turn off the computer before moving it. If...

Using Disk Drives 2-18 Please read completely through these directions before starting the process. If you have any questions about how to proceed, call the Customer Satisfaction Line at 1-800-TI-TEXAS or 1-817-771-5856. Backing Up Your Old Hard DiskDrive After you install your hard disk drive, the ...

Using Disk Drives 2-19 Backing Up the Operating System on Floppy Disk If you have not already done so, you need to make a full backup of your operating system onto floppy disks. q Windows 95 requires approximately 30 floppy disks q MS-DOS and Windows for Workgroups require approximately 17 floppy di...

Using Disk Drives 2-20 q Tape Drive -- If you have a tape drive connected to a PC card, you can back up to tape. If you do this, ensure you have the original floppy disks for the backup programs; otherwise, you need to back up the tape backup programs to a floppy disk. q MSBACKUP -- If you must back...

Using Disk Drives 2-24 Configuring the New Hard DiskDrive The process you follow to configure the new hard disk drive mirrors the process you used to back up the old hard disk drive. Load the Operating System Use the floppy disk backup of the operating system to install the operating system onto the...

Using Disk Drives 2-25 Restore the Remaining Files Restore the remaining program and data files following the procedures for the backup software. Check the New Hard Disk Drive After restoring all the files, run ScanDisk and Defrag to check the condition of the hard disk drive. Connecting an External...

Using Disk Drives 2-26 Connecting an External Floppy Disk Drive Floppy Disk Drive Guidelines Failure to observe the following precautions can damage both the floppy disk drive and the data on the floppy disk: q Insert the floppy disk into the floppy disk drive slot label side up and the metal- shutt...

Using Disk Drives 2-27 q Always remove a floppy disk from the floppy disk drive before turning off the computer. q Never transport the computer with a floppy disk in the floppy disk drive. Doing so can damage the drive head. q If a floppy disk is damaged, try to make a copy of it and immediately dis...

Adding Memory 2-29 Your computer is equipped with 8 MB of EDO random access memory (RAM). You can increase the amount of RAM up to 64 MB. Refer to Chapter 4, Options, or to the installation instructions that come with optional memory for further information. ! Caution: TI does not warrant the use of...

Using the Keyboard 2-30 The computer has many special keys, but most of them depend on an application for their functionality. Special Keys The following keys have special functions at the command level of MS-DOS  and within many programs. Ctrl+Pause Stops a command or application;primarily used to...

Using the Keyboard 2-33 Windows 95 Keys The keyboard also has two Windows 95-specific keys that allow you to perform special functions under Windows 95. Windows logo key Start button Combinations with this key performs special functions. Below are a few examples: Windows logo key + Tab Activates nex...

Using the Internal Numeric Keypad 2-35 Pressing Shift with a key generates the characters shown in the following figure. Num Lock On (with Shift) If you press and hold Fn in this mode, the keypad generates their normal characters. Num Lock Off When the Num Lock indicator is OFF , the keyboard acts a...

Using Connectors and Ports 2-36 This section provides a description of connectors and ports on the rear and left side panel of the Extensa notebook computer. DC-in VGA Parallel PS/2 Serial PC Card Line-in Mic-in Line-out SIR Ports DC In Connects the AC adapter outputconnector to this jack to recharg...

3 Using Battery Power 3-1 The primary difference between using battery power and AC power is the limited time you can operate before you must recharge the battery. This chapter covers charging the battery and maximizing the time between charges and assumes that you installed and charged the battery ...

Guidelines for Battery Use 3-2 ! Caution: Never dispose of exhausted batteries in a fire. Recycle if possible. The battery should be handled carefully to ensure maximum life. In particular: q Do not drop the battery or subject it to shocks. q Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight, moisture, c...

Switching to Battery Power 3-4 To use battery power, install batteries as described in Installing the Battery Pack later in this section. As long as the battery has a charge remaining, you can switch to battery power by removing the connection to the AC adapter, even if the computer is already on. Y...

Recharging the Battery 3-7 ! Caution: Never recharge the battery differently from the procedure described in this manual. The following procedure is acceptable under most circumstances: 1. Install the battery pack in your computer (if not already installed). 2. Connect the AC adapter. To maintain a ...

Conditioning the Battery 3-8 The Duracell battery is either a Nickel-Metal- Hydride (NiMH) DR35S or Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) DR201 rechargeable battery. While Li-Ion batteries do not need conditioning, NiMH batteries require occasional conditioning to maintain a full battery charge. An unconditioned NiM...

Removing and Installing the Battery Pack 3-9 Removing the Battery Pack Follow these steps to remove the battery: ! Caution: Turn off the computer or enter 0V Suspend mode before removing a battery pack. 1. Unlatch the battery compartment door. 2. Slide the battery compartment door out slightly then ...

Removing and Installing theBattery Pack 3-10 Installing the Battery Pack Follow these steps to install the battery: ! Caution: Turn off the computer or enter Suspend mode before installing a battery pack. 1. Unlatch the battery compartment door. 2. Slide the battery compartment cover out slightly th...

Conserving Battery Power 3-11 The following tips can help you prolong the life of a battery charge: q Keep the display at the lowest comfortable brightness and contrast level. Reducing brightness and contrast even a small amount can significantly reduce power consumption and increase operating time....

4 Options 4-1 This chapter provides information on options available for your Extensa computer. For further information, refer to the installation instructions that come with the specific option. Contents AC Adapter .................................................. 4-2PC Cards ........................

PC Cards 4-3 PC cards are used to add functionality to your computer, such as communicating over a telephone or connecting to a network. The computer has built-in slots that support one Type III or two Type II/I PC Cards. For a Type III card, insert it into the lower slot. The following PC Cards are...

Numeric Keypad 4-4 The optional PS/2 Numeric Keypad (TI Part No. 2581381-0001) can be used instead of the internal numeric keypad. PS/2 Numeric Keypad To use the PS/2 numeric keypad, turn the computer off. Plug the keypad’s cable connector into the computer’s PS/2 (Mouse/Keyboard) connector located ...

External Monitor 4-5 You can connect the computer to external monitors, many of which can display resolutions higher than 640 x 480. When the computer is connected to an external monitor, you can use the computer with the display closed. You can also display images on the external and internal displ...

External Mouse 4-6 Although the Extensa comes with a pointing device already installed, you may use an external PS/2 or serial mouse. q To connect a PS/2 mouse, insert the connector into the the PS/2 port in the rear of the Extensa. q To connect a serial mouse, attach the connector to the 9-pin seri...

External Keyboard 4-7 You can connect any IBM -compatible external PS/2 keyboard. Follow these steps. 1. Attach the six-pin mini-DIN connector to the PS/2 connector on the rear of the Extensa. 2. If the external keyboard is not automatically detected by Windows 95, use the Add New Hardware icon in t...

Memory 4-8 Your computer is equipped with 8 MB of random access memory (RAM), occupying one memory upgrade slot. There is another memory upgrade slot on the computer. You can increase memory by installing an upgrade module into this slot. You may order the following options from TI: q 8 MB RAM (TI P...

Audio Options 4-9 Your system comes with a set of built-in stereo speakers, but if you wish to use other stereo equipment and/or use a microphone, the system comes with three audio jacks — Line Out, Line In and Microphone In. Connecting Audio Devices Line Out allows you to use external speakers or h...

External Floppy Disk Drive 4-11 To connect the external floppy disk drive to you computer you will need the floppy disk drive cable that was included in the accessory box with the floppy disk drive. Follow these steps. 1. Plug the 25-pin end of the floppy disk drive cable into the parallel port on t...

Miscellaneous Options 4-12 There are additional options available for use with your computer . These include: Batteries You can purchase spare batteries —Duracell NiMH or Li-Ion — from yourlocal computer store or directly fromDuracell. A list of phone numbers tocall to order the Duracell batteries i...

5 Using Software 5-1 This chapter describes the software supplied with the computer and how to configure application software to run on the computer. Contents Using Supplied Software .............................. 5-2Getting Online Help ..................................... 5-3Guidelines for Install...

Using Supplied Software 5-2 Your computer is shipped with the following software installed on the hard disk drive: q Microsoft  Windows 95 q Power-saving utilities q PC-Doctor (runs from DOS mode only) q Various third-party application software

Getting Online Help 5-3 All of the supplied software have online help files, which reduce the need to refer to printed manuals and provide you with help information any time it’s needed. To obtain Windows 95 help, select the Start button and then select Help.

Using System Passwords 5-6 The computer implements a two-password security system — Supervisor and User. The Supervisor password is used by system administrators who manage multiple notebooks and gives an extra level of security while still allowing users to set their individual Setup preferences in...

Using System Passwords 5-7 Setting a System Password ! Caution: If you forget the system password, you will not be able to use your computer. To regain access, you will need to send your computer to Texas Instruments. See Appendix A. This service is not covered by warranty. To set a password in Setu...

6 Mobility 6-1 This chapter describes all the considerations to help you take advantage of your computer’s mobility. Contents Overview of Mobility .................................... 6-1Disconnecting from the Desktop................... 6-3Moving Around ............................................ 6...

Overview of Mobility 6-2 Disconnecting from the Desktop No matter where you are taking your computer, you need to disconnect it from your desktop accessories. Moving Around “Moving around” refers to using your computer at different locations within the same building, for example, taking it with you ...

Moving Around 6-4 Preparing the Computer Before moving the computer, press Fn-F2 to place it in 0V Suspend mode. After placing the computer in 0V Suspend mode, close and latch the cover. You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within the building. When you turn on the computer, the syst...

Taking the Computer Home 6-5 Preparing the Computer After disconnecting the computer from your desktop, follow these steps to prepare the computer for the trip home. 1. Remove all media from the drives. Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head. 2. Pack the computer in a protective case ...

Taking the Computer Home 6-6 Special Considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work. q Minimize the effect of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you. q If you need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot bring the computer wit...

Taking the Computer Home 6-7 Setting Up a Home Office If you frequently work on your computer at home, it may be worthwhile purchasing a second AC adapter for use at home. With a second AC adapter, you can avoid transporting the extra weight to and from home. If you use your computer at home for sig...

Traveling with the Computer 6-8 Preparing the Computer Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home. Be sure the battery in the computer is charged. Airport security often requires you to turn on your computer when bringing it to the gate area. What To Bring with You Bring the following items ...

7 Care and Troubleshooting 7-1 This chapter tells you how to clean your computer safely and solve operational problems. Contents Cleaning the Computer ................................ 7-2Troubleshooting Tips ................................... 7-3Startup Error Messages .................................

Cleaning the Computer 7-2 Regularly take the time to check your computer and clean the screen, keyboard, and case to ensure trouble-free computing. ! Caution: Never use alcohol, benzene, thinner, or strong chemical agents that could damage the computer’s case, and never apply liquid directly to the ...

Troubleshooting Tips 7-3 Computer does notcome on when powerswitch is pressed o Low battery; use AC adapter andrecharge battery. o Ensure AC adapter cable and powercord are securely connected. o Connect AC adapter to another outlet. Computer power is onbut screen is blank o Adjust contrast and brigh...

Startup Error Messages 7-4 Disk drive A error q Drive A: is present but fails theBIOS POST disk tests. q Enter Setup and check that thedrive is defined with the proper disktype. Extended RAM Failed atoffset: nnnn q Extended memory is not working orconfigured properly at offset nnnn. q Contact your d...

A Where To Get Help A-1 Technical Assistance Customer support for your computer is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please have your serial number ready when you call. Phone (US / Canada) (800) 848-3927 Phone (International) (817) 771-5856 Fax (817) 774-6660 TDD (800) 735-2989 Email nbk_tech...

Where To Get Help A-2 Ordering Notebook Products Phone (US / Canada) (800) TI-TEXAS Option 2,1 Phone (International) (817) 774-6969 Fax (800) 44FAX-TI TDD (800) 735-2989 BBS (817) 774-6809 Email [email protected] Mail TI ExpressP.O. Box 6102 MS 3255Temple, TX 76503-6102 World Wide Web http://www.ti.com...

Worldwide Sales Offices A-3 AustraliaTexas Instruments Australia Ltd. 6-10 Talavera Road North Ryde, NSW 2113 Tel: (02) 878-9000 Fax: (02) 805-1186Royal Domain Centre 14th Floor 380 St. Kilda Road Melbourne, VIC. 3004 Tel: (03) 696-1211 Fax: (03) 696-4446 Belgique/België (Belgium)S.A. Texas Instrume...