Page 2 - Copyright (©) 1995 Texas Instruments Incorporated
Copyright (©) 1995 Texas Instruments Incorporated All Rights Reserved — Printed in U.S.A. DockMate User’s GuideTI Part No. 9794528-0001, Rev. AOriginal Issue: August 1995 Changes may be made periodically to the information inthis publication. Such changes will be incorporated in neweditions of this ...
Page 3 - FCC Statement; Class B Digital Device.; This equipment has been tested; Notice: Canadian Users
FCC Statement Class B Digital Device. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limitsare designed to provide reasonable protection againstharmful interference in a residential installation. Thisequipmen...
Page 4 - Notice: Shielded Cables
Notice: Shielded Cables All connections to other computing devices must be madeusing shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCCregulations. c Caution: Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by Texas Instruments could void the user’sauthority, which is granted by the FederalCommunication...
Page 5 - Contents; Contents v
Conten ts Preface Chapter 1 Features Chapter 2 DockMate Installation Unpacking Instructions............................................ 2-2DockMate Software Installation ................................ 2-3DockMate Hardware Installation .............................. 2-4 Chapter 3 Utilities Introduc...
Page 6 - Introduction; Quick Start; Chapter 2: DockMate Installation; Preface
Preface Introduction This document discusses the Texas InstrumentsDockMate System. This system is a low-cost, multi-port adapter for use with the TravelMate 5000 Series notebook computers. When used with the notebook computer,external keyboard, mouse, and VGA monitor (not supplied with the sys...
Page 7 - Appendix A: Reference Material; — Provides a list of; Appendix B: DockMate Specifications; — Provides a; Ordering Parts and Supplies
Pref ace ❏ Appendix A: Reference Material — Provides a list of related documentation. ❏ Appendix B: DockMate Specifications — Provides a list of system specifications for your DockMate. Ordering Parts and Supplies To order TI publications, option kits, spare parts, orsupplies for your system, contac...
Page 8 - This Chapter Provides:; A general overview of the system features; Features
1 Features Your Expansion System provides hardware and softwareexpansion capabilities to TravelMate 5000 notebookcomputers. Using DockMate, your notebook is effectivelyturned into a desktop workstation with minimalconfiguration. This Chapter Provides: ❏ A general overview of the system features Dock...
Page 9 - Your DockMate includes the following features:; VGA
Features Your DockMate includes the following features: PS/2 VGA Parallel Serial Power PS/2 Features 1-2 Features
Page 10 - DockMate Installation; This Chapter Explains:; How to unpack and inventory the system components; DockMate Installation 2-1
2 DockMate Installation This Chapter Explains: ❏ How to unpack and inventory the system components ❏ Software installation ❏ Hardware installation n Note: After completion of the hardware installation, you must configure TI Setup or SetDock programs as describedin Chapter 3 of this manual. Contents ...
Page 11 - DockMate; Unpacking Instructions; -2 DockMate Installation
Unpacking I nstruction s The DockMate is shipped with the following hardwarecomponents: ❏ DockMate ❏ DockMate User’s Guide (this manual) ❏ Accessory Kit Unpack the DockMate using the following instructions: 1. Carefully cut the tape that seals the top flap of theshipping carton. 2. Remove the DockMa...
Page 12 - DockMate System Installation; DockMate Software Installation; DockMate Installation 2-3
D ockMate Software Installation A DockMate System Installation diskette is provided with your DockMate. Software on this diskette updates theTravelMate BIOS software with the latest version thatsupports your DockMate. If your TravelMate has a newerversion of BIOS than the one on the diskette, the pr...
Page 13 - -4 DockMate Installation
10. Press Esc-F4 to save the configuration. The installation process is complete and your computerreboots. n Note: When using a DockMate, plug the AC adapter supplied with your TravelMate 5000 into the DockMate. Allpower on or off is then controlled by the notebook’s powerswitch. n Note: Some TM5000...
Page 14 - Docking the Notebook; Clear an area on your workstation surface to permit; Inserting the notebook; DockMate Hardware Installation; DockMate Installation 2-5
DockM ate Hardware In stall ati on Docking the Notebook Use the following procedure to dock your notebookcomputer: 1. Clear an area on your workstation surface to permit both units to be flat on the table or desktop whileperforming the initial docking procedure. 2. Ensure that the rear port covers o...
Page 15 - external keyboard (side port recommended); Serial Port Connections; external modem; -6 DockMate Installation
Installing an External PS/2 ® Option The DockMate allows you to attach any of the following tothe 6-pin PS/2 connectors on the system: ❏ external keyboard (side port recommended) ❏ external PS/2 mouse (rear port recommended) ❏ external numeric keypad (rear or side port) To install the external PS/2 ...
Page 16 - T ravelMate 5000 User’s Guide; AC Connection; DockMate Installation 2-7
Parallel Port Connections Your DockMate is equipped with one DB25 (25-pin)bidirectional parallel port (device name LPT1). This portoccupies address 0378h, and is designated as LPT1(default value). Typically, the notebook computer sendsprint data to LPT1 unless the menu is configured otherwise. When ...
Page 17 - Utilities; This chapter tells you about:; Using DockMate utilities
3 Utilities This chapter tells you about: ❏ Using DockMate utilities Contents Introduction ....................................................... 3-2Using TI Setup .................................................... 3-3Using the SetDock Utility .................................... 3-5 Running SetD...
Page 18 - DockMate System
Introdu ction TI provides two utilities that are copied to your systemwhen you install software from the DockMate System Installation diskette: ❏ TI Setup - for use with Windows 95 and Windows forWorkgroups ❏ SetDock - for use with MS-DOS These utilities allow advanced users to configure specialoper...
Page 19 - TI; Using TI Setup
Using TI Setup TI Setup is copied onto your system at the time you installthe DockMate Installation diskette. TI Setup is used to configure peripheral hardware attached through yourDockMate. TI Setup is used in either Windows or Windows95 environments. To configure peripherals for use with your syst...
Page 21 - Running SetDock; and press; Using the SetDock Utility
Usin g the SetD ock Utility SetDock is copied onto your system at the time you installthe DockMate Software Installation diskette. The SetDock utility is used in the DOS environment only. Like TI Setup,it configures your system for use with peripheral devices. Ifyou are using Windows or Windows 95, ...
Page 22 - A Dock Configuration B screen (page 2 of 2) is; SetDock Key Functions
n Note: A Dock Configuration B screen (page 2 of 2) is provided in case you have more than one type of DockMatesystem and want to maintain settings for both. If both DockConfigurations A and B are set to the same type ofDockMate system, only Ports Dock A settings are used. SetDock Key Functions To u...
Page 23 - Exiting SetDock; To leave the SetDock utility, complete the following steps:; The Exiting Setup Menu appears.
Exiting SetDock To leave the SetDock utility, complete the following steps: 1. Press Esc . The Exiting Setup Menu appears. 2. Select one of the following options: Key Function Esc Returns you to the main screen F4 Saves all changes, exits Setup, and reboots F5 Loads default values for all pages. Use...
Page 24 - Troubleshooting Procedures; This Chapter Provides Tips for:; Network Connection; Troubleshooting Procedures 4-1
4 Troubleshooting Procedures This Chapter Provides Tips for: ❏ Network Connection ❏ Application-related anomalies n Note: For other troubleshooting tips, refer to the README.TXT file on the DockMate Installation diskette. Contents Notebook Connection ..............................................4-2...
Page 25 - Dockmate Installation; Notebook Connection; -2 Troubleshooting Procedures
N otebook Conn ection ❏ Visually inspect the notebook and verify that thenotebook is docked properly (refer to Chapter 2, Dockmate Installation ). ❏ Visually inspect the connectors on the notebook toensure there is no physical damage to the connectorareas of the notebook. ❏ Ensure that you are using...
Page 26 - Ports; Printer; From the Windows Control Panel, select the; System; Select the; Select the; Printer port; Option Installation; Troubleshooting Procedures 4-3
Option Installation If you experience difficulty with a serial device, paralleldevice, PS/2 device, or external VGA monitor, disconnectthe DockMate. Connect the peripheral to the notebook. Ifit runs properly, you can determine that the anomaly lieswith the DockMate and not with your peripheral or wi...
Page 27 - OK; -4 Troubleshooting Procedures
5. Verify that the IRQ is set to 07. 6. Select OK . Option Installation 4-4 Troubleshooting Procedures
Page 28 - Reconfigure TI Setup; Reconfigure System Information; PCMCIA Card Recognition; Troubleshooting Procedures 4-5
P CMCIA Card R ecogn ition On some TravelMate Pentium products, a PCMCIA Ethernetcard error may occur after DockMate installation. If thishappens, refer to the following sections (Windows 95,Windows 95 Commercial Upgrade, or Windows forWorkgroups) depending on your operating environment. Windows 95 ...
Page 29 - -6 Troubleshooting Procedures
3. Double-click on the Ports (COM & LPT) option. A list of selections appears. 4. Double-click on Communications Port (COM2) . The COM2 configuration is displayed. 5. Select the General tab. 6. Deselect Dock 1 (Current) located in the Device Usage area. 7. Select OK/Close to close the Communicat...
Page 30 - Checking Device Settings; Troubleshooting Procedures 4-7
4. Select DockMate as the Dock Type. 5. Select OK . You are prompted to reboot. 6. Reboot and proceed to Reconfigure System Information . Windows 95 starts configuring unknown hardware (thismay happen multiple times and is a standard operationfor Plug ’n Play in Windows 95). Reconfigure System Infor...
Page 31 - Configuration properties for the selected device appear.; -8 Troubleshooting Procedures
6. Close the System Properties window and restart thesystem. Update Device Usage 1. Go to the System icon located in the Control Panel. 2. Select Ports (COM & LPT) from the Device Manager tab. 3. Double-click on Communication Port (COM2) . 4. Select the General tab. 5. Deselect Dock 1 (Current) ...
Page 32 - Accept Configuration Changes; The notebook restarts and the error should be cleared.; All Windows 95 Systems; Troubleshooting Procedures 4-9
5. Ensure that Use automatic settings is deselected. Accept Configuration Changes 1. Select OK to close the System Properties window. 2. Close the Control Panel. 3. Select the Start icon at the bottom of your screen. 4. Select Shutdown . 5. Select Restart the computer . 6. Select Yes . The notebook ...
Page 33 - System Configuration; Press; You are prompted to reboot.; -10 Troubleshooting Procedures
1. Go to TI Setup (located in the TravelMate NotebookCenter group) and select the System Configuration tab. 2. Ensure that the PCMCIA I/O is changed fromMinimum to Maximum. 3. Press Esc-F4 to save the configuration. 4. Select the Ports-Dock A . 5. Select the correct DockMate type for your DockMate(D...
Page 34 - Other Manuals About the System; Reference Material
Appendix A Reference Material Other Manuals About the System The following documents provide additional informationabout the DockMate System: Product Manual Part Number TravelMate 5000 User’s Guide online Maintenance Manual 9786166-0001 User’s Reference Guide online Windows for Workgroups3.11 User’s...
Page 35 - DockMate Specifications
Appendix B DockMate Specifications Specifications for the DockMate System are provided in thefollowing table. DockMate System Specifications Specification Type Value Physical Dimensions Width 11.0 inches Depth 5.77 inches Height 2.48 inches Weight 1.84 lbs. without options Power Adapter Input 100 to...
Page 36 - Appendix B
A ppendix B Appen dix B DockMate System Specifications Specification Type Value Shock Operating 6 G applied in sixorientations (pos. and neg.X, Y, and Z axes) Non-Operating 35 G in X , Y, and Z axes Vibration Operating 0.5 G, 5 to 500 Hz Non-Operating 0.5 G, 5 to 500 Hz Agency Approvals Underwriter’...
Page 37 - Index; Index 1
Index A AC adapter .............................. 2-7, 4-2adapter cards ....................... 4-5 - 4-10 B BIOS............................................... 2-3 D diagnostics ..................................... 4-2DockMate docking ...................................... 2-5features ...............
