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TAG MIL-BOOK 200 Series Operator's Manual

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    Operator’ s manual mil-book 200 series notebook 22355 tag way, dulles, va 20166 tel: (703) 406.3000 fax: (703) 607.3853.

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    Trademarks all brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Note the information in this manual is subject to change without notice..

  • Page 3: Table of Contents

    I table of contents preface ...................................................................................... Vii chapter 1 getting started......................................................1-1 getting the computer running................................................1-2 unpacking ...........

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    Ii hot keys ............................................................................2-7 using the touchpad .................................................................2-9 configuring the touchpad ...............................................2-11 using the touchscreen (option)................

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    Iii chapter 4 expanding your computer ..................................4-1 connecting an external monitor .............................................4-2 connecting a usb device .......................................................4-4 connecting the ps/2 keyboard and mouse .........................

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    Iv general guidelines.............................................................7-4 cleaning guidelines ...........................................................7-5 battery pack guidelines .....................................................7-5 when traveling ......................................

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    V appendix a specifications................................................... A-1 appendix b regulatory information.................................... B-1 on the use of the system ....................................................... B-2 class b regulations .........................................

  • Page 9: Preface

    Vii preface this manual contains information that will help you operate the computer. It is divided into 8 chapters and 2 appendices. Chapter 1, getting started, takes you through the process of setting up the computer and identifying its external components. Chapter 2, operating your computer, tell...

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    Viii notational conventions throughout this manual, the following conventions are used to distinguish elements of text. Note: identifies additional information that requires special attention. Caution: identifies important information that, if not followed, may result in loss of data or damage to th...

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Chapter 1 getting started congratulations on purchasing this computer. This high performance notebook computer is especially designed for the practical applications of warehouses, automobiles, vehicles, public security, repairing, assisting the handicapped, and other demanding situations where conve...

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    1-2 getting started getting the computer running this section guides you through the procedures for getting the computer ready for operation. Unpacking after unpacking the shipping carton, you should find these standard items: notebook computer accessories: − ac adapter (100~240 vac, 50/60 hz) − ac ...

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    Getting started 1-3 note: power supply cord: (optional) detachable, minimum 1.5 m long. Listed, rated minimum 125 v, 7 a, having a 2/18 awg, type svt flexible cord. One end terminates with a parallel blade, molded-on, attachments plug with a 7 a, 125 v (nema 1-15p) configuration; other end terminate...

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    1-4 getting started caution: when you disconnect the ac adapter, disconnect from the electrical outlet first and then from the computer. A reverse procedure may damage the ac adapter or the computer. When unplugging the connector, always hold the plug head. Never pull on the cord. Note: when the ac ...

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    Getting started 1-5 2. Press the power button. 3. Each time the computer is turned on, it performs a power-on self test (post), and the operating system such as windows should start. Turning off to turn off the computer power, use the “shut down” command of your operating system. Note: there are oth...

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    1-6 getting started hard disk encryption your system includes hard disk encryption (including boot sector, operating system, temp and swap files) that ensures privacy and confidentiality of data and credentials stored on your hard drive. In contrast to software disk encryption, no clear text includi...

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    Getting started 1-7 upon enabling this option, you will be asked to type in your hard disk key every boot up. You must remember the hard disk key as you need to type it every time you boot up your system. Note: if you did not enable this option and have already formatted your hard disk, then you mus...

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    1-8 getting started taking a look at the computer this section identifies the external components of the computer and briefly describes the function of each component. Note: depending on the model you purchased, the appearance of your computer may not exactly be the same as those shown in this manua...

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    Getting started 1-9 left-side components ref component description see also cd/combo/ dvd rw drive accepts a compact disc (cd) for installing or loading software, accessing data, and playing music/video. P. 2-14 secondary battery pack you can purchase a secondary battery pack that supplies power to ...

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    1-10 getting started rear components ref component description see also ir port connects an irda-compliant device for wireless data transfer. P. 4-8 power connector connects the ac adapter. P. 1-3 serial port connects a serial device, such as an external modem. P. 4-7 rj-11 connector connects the te...

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    Getting started 1-11 ref component description see also microphone connector connects an external microphone. P. 2-21.

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    1-12 getting started front components ref component description see also top cover latch locks the top cover. P. 1-4.

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    Getting started 1-13 ref component description see also device indicators show the current status of the computer’s devices. Ac power indicator. Glows green when the computer is using ac power. P. 3-2 battery charge indicator glows green when the battery is fully charged and connected to ac power. G...

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    1-14 getting started bottom-side components ref component description see also sim card slot contains the sim card slot for using the gprs/gsm function. P. 2-26 release knob allows you to remove the cd/combo/dvd rw drive as well as eject the secondary battery pack. P. 2-14 p. 3-6 docking connector (...

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    Getting started 1-15 top-open components ref component description see also power button turns the computer power on and off. P. 1-5 lcd screen displays the output of the computer. P. 2-18.

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    1-16 getting started ref component description see also device indicators show the current status of the computer’s devices. Power on indicator glows green when the computer is on. Glows amber when the computer is in standby mode. Xxxx hard disk drive indicator blinks green when the hard disk drive ...

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    Getting started 1-17 where to go from here as your computer is ready for operation, you may want to do any of the following now: for this purpose… do this… to know more about the computer… go on to the next chapter. To install the operating system if your dealer has not already done so… see the oper...

  • Page 28: Operating Your Computer

    Chapter 2 operating your computer this chapter provides information about the use of the computer. If you are new to computers, reading this chapter will help you learn the operating basics. If you are already a computer user but are new to notebook computers, you may choose to read only the parts c...

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    2-2 operating your computer starting and stopping the computer there are a number of ways to start and stop the computer. Starting the computer you always start the computer using the power button. A computer starts up with an operating system (os) existing on the storage device such as the hard dis...

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    Operating your computer 2-3 to stop in this mode… do this… to start up or resume again hibernation depending on your settings in windows, you can place the computer in hibernation mode by: • closing the display cover. • pressing the power button • pressing the sleep button (fn +f10) press the power ...

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    2-4 operating your computer using the keyboard your keyboard has all the standard functions of a full-sized computer keyboard plus a fn key added for specific functions. The standard functions of the keyboard can be further divided into four major categories: typewriter keys cursor-control keys nume...

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    Operating your computer 2-5 cursor-control keys note: the word “cursor” refers to the indicator on the screen that lets you know exactly where on your screen anything you type will appear. It can take the form of a vertical or horizontal line, a block, or one of many other shapes. Numeric keypad a 1...

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    2-6 operating your computer numeric keys facilitate entering of numbers and calculations. When num lock is on, the numeric keys are activated; meaning you can use these keys to enter numerals. Notes: when the numeric keypad is activated and you need to type the english letter in the keypad area, you...

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    Operating your computer 2-7 windows keys the keyboard has two keys that perform windows-specific functions: windows logo key and application key. The windows logo key opens the start menu and performs software-specific functions when used in combination with other keys. The application key usually h...

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    2-8 operating your computer decreases the sound volume. Increases the sound volume. Decreases the lcd brightness. Increases the lcd brightness. Switches the lcd backlight on and off switches lcd on and off. Key description switches the display output to one of the following when an external device i...

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    Operating your computer 2-9 switches the optional gps function on and off. Beep twice to turn on the gps and beep once to turn off..

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    2-10 operating your computer using the touchpad caution: do not use a sharp object such as a pen on the touchpad. Doing so may damage the touchpad surface. Note: for optimal performance of the touchpad, keep your fingers and the pads clean and dry. When tapping on the pad, tap lightly. Do not use ex...

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    Operating your computer 2-11 term action point move your finger on the pad until the cursor points to the selection on the screen. Click press and release the left button. –or– tap gently anywhere on the pad. Double- click press and release the left button twice in quick succession. –or– tap twice o...

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    2-12 operating your computer configuring the touchpad you may want to configure the touchpad to suit your needs. For example, if you are a left-handed user, you can swap the two buttons so that you can use the right button as the left button and vise versa. You can also change the size of the on-scr...

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    Operating your computer 2-13 using the touchscreen (option) caution: do not use a sharp object such as a ballpoint pen or pencil on the touchscreen. Doing so may damage the touchscreen surface. Use the included touchscreen pen (option) located on the handle. The touchscreen is a touch-sensitive devi...

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    2-14 operating your computer using the hard disk drive your computer comes with a removable hard disk drive as drive c. A hard disk drive is a storage device with non-removable, rotating, magnetic storage platters inside it. It is where your operating system and application software programs are sto...

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    Operating your computer 2-15 using the optical drive depending on the model, your computer comes with a cd, dvd dual recorder, or combo drive located on the left side of the computer. This drive is usually configured as drive d. The drive uses removable 5.25-inch silver discs, which look like standa...

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    2-16 operating your computer note: for combo/dvd rw drive only. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain u.S. Patents and other intellectual property rights owned by macrovision corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright ...

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    Operating your computer 2-17 inserting and removing a disc follow this procedure to insert or remove a disc. 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Open the optical drive bay cover by pressing on both sides of the release latch using your thumb and index fingers. 3. Press the eject button and the cd tray will ...

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    2-18 operating your computer using the video features the video subsystem of your computer features: 14.1/15-inch tft (thin-film transistor) color lcd display with 1024 × 768 xga (extended video graphics array) resolution. 64 mb integrated video memory. Simultaneous display on lcd and external monit...

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    Operating your computer 2-19 your computer has been set to a default resolution and number of colors before shipment. You can view and change display settings through your operating system. See your operating system documentation or online help for specific information. For displaying in higher reso...

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    2-20 operating your computer using the audio features notes: to take advantage of the enhanced audio capabilities, the audio driver supplied with your computer must be installed (see chapter 6 for details). If you experience interference while recording, try lowering the microphone recording volume....

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    Operating your computer 2-21 connecting audio devices for higher audio quality, you can send or receive sound through external audio devices. Microphone connector ( ) can be connected to an external microphone for recording voice or sound. Audio output connector ( ) can be connected to the line-in c...

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    2-22 operating your computer using the communication features using the lan note for windows 2000: to take advantage of the lan (local area network) feature, the device driver supplied with your computer must be installed (see chapter 6 for details). The internal 10/100base-t ethernet module allows ...

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    Operating your computer 2-23 to take advantage of the wlan feature, make sure that the wlan utility is installed correctly (see chapter 6 for details). If your wlan module was provided by your dealer instead of the computer manufacturer, contact your dealer for the correct driver to use. Configuring...

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    2-24 operating your computer using the modem note: to take advantage of the modem feature, the device driver supplied with your computer must be installed (see chapter 6 for details). The internal 56 k fax/data modem allows you to use the telephone line to communicate with others by fax, email, or c...

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    Operating your computer 2-25 after you establish a subscription with a gsm/gprs service provider, you can use the wireless data features of your computer. Check with your service provider for a list of available wireless data services. Your service provider may charge additional fees for use of data...

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    2-26 operating your computer configuring a gsm modem connection before you can use the gsm modem connection, make sure that you have a subscription to the circuit-switched data (csd) network with your service provider and you have an account with your service provider or corporate network you are co...

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    Operating your computer 2-27 here's how gps works in five logical steps: the basis of gps is "triangulation" from satellites. To "triangulate," a gps receiver measures distance using the travel time of radio signals. To measure travel time, gps needs very accurate timing that it achieves with some t...

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    2-28 operating your computer for details on using your computer’s bluetooth feature, refer to the included usrguide.Pdf file located on the /bluetooth/ directory of your driver cd. You need the adobe acrobat reader program to open the file. Install it first if you do not have it on your computer. Th...

  • Page 56: Managing Power

    Chapter 3 managing power your computer operates either on external ac power or internal battery power. This chapter tells you how you can effectively manage power. To maintain optimal battery performance, it is important that you use the battery in the proper way. The topics in this chapter include:...

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    3-2 managing power ac adapter caution: the ac adapter is designed for use with your computer only. Connecting the ac adapter to another device can damage the adapter. The ac power cord supplied with your computer is for use in the country where you purchased your computer. If you plan to go overseas...

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    Managing power 3-3 battery pack the battery pack is the internal power source for the computer. It is rechargeable using the ac adapter. The operating time of a fully charged battery pack depends on how you are using the computer. When your applications often access peripherals, you will experience ...

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    3-4 managing power initializing the battery pack you need to initialize a new battery pack before using it for the first time or when the actual operating time of a battery pack is much less than expected. Initializing is the process of fully charging, discharging, and then charging. It can take sev...

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    Managing power 3-5 using the primary battery pack caution: there is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace the battery only with the computer manufacturer’s optional battery packs. Discard used batteries according to the dealer’s instructions. Do not attempt to disassemb...

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    3-6 managing power using the secondary battery pack if you often rely on battery power for a long period of time while traveling, you may consider the purchase of an additional battery pack from your dealer and keep it with you in a fully charged state as a backup. To install the secondary battery p...

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    Managing power 3-7 note: the system supports the battery hot-swap function, providing you the ability to replace the battery even during system on. Hot swap means that you can remove the secondary battery pack and replace it with another one without significant interruption to the system (without tu...

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    3-8 managing power power management your computer supports acpi (advanced configuration and power interface) for power management. The power management feature allows you to reduce the power consumption for energy saving. With an acpi-compliant operating system such as windows 2000 and windows xp, p...

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    Managing power 3-9 hibernation hibernation is a very useful feature. People frequently open many applications when they use computers. It takes some time to get all these applications open and running, and normally they all have to be closed before the system can be turned off. When you use the hibe...

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    3-10 managing power power-saving tips in addition to your computer’s automatic power management, you can do your part to maximize the battery’s operating time by following these suggestions. Do not disable power management. Decrease the lcd brightness to the lowest comfortable level. Disable the par...

  • Page 66: Expanding Your Computer

    Chapter 4 expanding your computer you can expand the capabilities of your computer by connecting other peripheral devices. When using a device, be sure to read the instructions accompanying the device together with the relevant section in this chapter. This chapter gives guidelines on installing and...

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    4-2 expanding your computer connecting an external monitor if you want the benefits of a larger display screen with higher resolution, you can connect an external crt monitor to your computer. Follow this procedure to connect an external monitor: 1. Make sure that the computer is not turned on. 2. P...

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    Expanding your computer 4-3 caution: do not disconnect the external monitor while the computer is in standby mode or hibernation mode. If no external monitor is connected when the computer resumes, the lcd remains blank and the output is not displayed..

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    4-4 expanding your computer connecting a usb device your computer has two usb ports that supports transfer rates up to 12 mb/s for usb 1.1 devices and 480 mb/s for usb 2.0 devices, such as digital camera, scanner, printer, modem, and mouse. Usb is specified to be an industry standard extension to th...

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    Expanding your computer 4-5 connecting the ps/2 keyboard and mouse if you want the benefits of a full-size keyboard or an external mouse, you can connect a ps/2 keyboard/mouse to your computer. When an external keyboard/mouse is connected, you can use both the external keyboard/mouse and the interna...

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    4-6 expanding your computer connecting a parallel device your computer has a parallel port for connecting a parallel device such as printer. The port supports ecp (extended capabilities port) and epp (enhanced parallel port) modes that turn the standard parallel port into a high-speed bi-directional...

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    Expanding your computer 4-7 connecting a serial device your computer has a serial port for connecting a serial device such as an external modem. Follow this procedure to connect a serial device: 1. Make sure the “com ports” item is set properly in the scu program. (see “advanced menu” in chapter 5 f...

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    4-8 expanding your computer connecting an ir device your computer has an ir (infrared) port for connecting an infrared-equipped device wirelessly such as another computer, printer, or pda (personal digital assistant). Follow this procedure to connect an ir device: 1. Under windows, make sure that th...

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    Expanding your computer 4-9 connect to ir device.

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    4-10 expanding your computer using pc cards your computer has a pc card slot. Pc cards are credit card-sized peripheral products based on the standards developed by pcmcia (personal computer memory card international association). Pcmcia is a non-profit association for promoting the interchangeabili...

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    Expanding your computer 4-11 3. When a new card is seated, the computer will detect it and try to install the appropriate driver. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process. To remove a pc card: 1. Double-click on the safely remove hardware icon found on the windows xp taskbar and the...

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    4-12 expanding your computer system memory upgrade you can upgrade your computer by changing system memory to a maximum of 2 gb on the two 200-pin pc2100/pc2700 ddr so-dimm slots. To install the so-dimm : 1. Carefully place the notebook computer upside down. 2. Remove the ten screws to detach the so...

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    Expanding your computer 4-13 3. Remove the long rubber cushion on the left side and two short rubber cushions on the right side. 4. To install the so-dimm, match the so-dimm's notched part with the socket's projected part and firmly insert the so-dimm into the socket at a 20-degree angle.Then push d...

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    4-14 expanding your computer.

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    Chapter 5 setup configuration utility (scu) scu is a program for configuring the bios (basic input/output system) settings of the computer. Bios is a layer of software, called firmware, that translates instructions from other layers of software into instructions that the computer hardware can unders...

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    5-2 setup configuration utility (scu) when and how to use the scu program when to use you need to run the scu program when: you see an error message on the screen requesting you to run setup. You want to restore the factory default settings. You want to modify some specific settings according to the...

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    Setup configuration utility (scu) 5-3 the menu can be divided into four areas: on the top line is the menu bar containing the titles of the available menus. Each menu title brings a specific menu. The center left column of the menu contains information regarding the current settings of the system. I...

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    5-4 setup configuration utility (scu) moving around and making selections a brief description of keyboard usage is listed next: key function ←, → selects a menu title. ↑, ↓ 1) selects an item or option. 2) brings up/down the value. Enter 1) brings up the sub-menu when available. 2) opens or closes t...

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    Setup configuration utility (scu) 5-5 main menu date and time.

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    5-6 setup configuration utility (scu) sets the system time (hour, minute, second) and date (year, month, day). Internal numlock sets if you can enter a number when num lock is turned on. When this item is enabled and num lock is turned on, you can press a letter key to enter a number, and press and ...

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    Setup configuration utility (scu) 5-7 advanced menu geyserville support.

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    5-8 setup configuration utility (scu) allows maximum cpu performance when using ac/car power but minimum cpu performance when using battery power. The available options are enabled and disabled . Make sure that your cpu & os supports this function. Shared video memory (optional) note: if your comput...

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    Setup configuration utility (scu) 5-9 com ports allows you to configure the com ports of the computer. Com1/2/3/4 settings sets the i/o (input/output) address and the interrupt request line (irq) settings of the com ports. The options are disabled; com1, 3f8, irq4; com2, 2f8, irq3; com3, 3e8, irq6; ...

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    5-10 setup configuration utility (scu) lpt port this item configures the parallel port of the computer. Port address sets the i/o address and the interrupt request line settings of the parallel port. The options are none; lpt1, 378, irq7; lpt2, 278, irq5; and lpt3, 3bc, irq7. Port definition sets th...

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    Setup configuration utility (scu) 5-11 hdd heater sets if the system automatically turns on the built-in hard disk drive heater for low temperature operation. A check mark ( √) indicates enabled, while underline (_) indicates disabled. Notes: to use the hdd heater feature, the mtcctrl driver supplie...

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    5-12 setup configuration utility (scu) security menu power-on password.

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    Setup configuration utility (scu) 5-13 allows you to set the password for booting-up your system. When typing the password, first make sure that num lk is off, and then type the password in the entry fields and press enter . Confirm your password by typing it again and pressing enter . If the enable...

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    5-14 setup configuration utility (scu) caution: you must enable this option first before formatting your hard disk drive (hdd). Upon enabling this function, you will be asked to type in your hdd key. You must remember the hdd key as you need to type it every time you boot up your system. If you did ...

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    Setup configuration utility (scu) 5-15 boot menu boot sequence.

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    5-16 setup configuration utility (scu) sets the first, second, third, and fourth booting device. The system will try to boot from the first device but if it is not available, will try the next boot device. If you set the first boot device to lan boot, the system will boot from the lan server first. ...

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    Setup configuration utility (scu) 5-17 exit menu save changes and exit saves the changes you have made and exit the scu program. Discard changes and exit exits the scu program without saving the changes you have made. Get default values loads factory default values for all the items. Load previous v...

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    5-18 setup configuration utility (scu).

  • Page 98: Installing Software Drivers

    Chapter 6 installing software drivers to take full advantage of the unique features of your computer, some operating systems require custom software, known as drivers, to be installed. If you purchased the computer with windows pre-installed, your dealer may have already installed the drivers. If no...

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    6-2 installing software drivers how to use the driver cd notes: • the drivers may have been updated after this manual was published. For driver upgrade, please contact your dealer. • you can always find readme or document files on the driver cd. These files contain the latest information from the so...

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    Installing software drivers 6-3 to install the necessary driver, just click on the particular option and follow the onscreen instructions to continue and complete installation. Device driver ensures the full function of the following drivers. Install this main driver before installing the device dri...

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    6-4 installing software drivers blue tooth allows your computer to connect to bluetooth-compliant devices. Refer to the included usrguide.Pdf file located on the /bluetooth/ directory of your driver cd for detailed instructions on using the bluetooth feature of your computer. You need the adobe acro...

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    Installing software drivers 6-5 7. Click on the four sides (points) and the plus-sign “+” on the screen to calibrate your touchscreen for use on the computer..

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    6-6 installing software drivers.

  • Page 104: Caring For The Computer

    Chapter 7 caring for the computer taking good care of your computer will ensure a trouble-free operation and reduce the risk of damage to your computer. This chapter gives you guidelines covering these areas of maintenance: how to protect the computer what to note when using and storing the computer...

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    7-2 caring for the computer protecting the computer to safeguard the integrity of your computer data as well as the computer itself, you can protect the computer in several ways as described in this section. Using the password the power-on password protects your computer against unauthorized use. If...

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    Caring for the computer 7-3 using an anti-virus strategy new viruses are always being developed nowadays and they are attacking computers even more easily with emails so commonly used worldwide. The security feature of the scu program protects the boot sector of the hard disk. To enable the function...

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    7-4 caring for the computer taking care of the computer location guidelines use the computer where the temperature is between 0 °c (32 °f) and 55 °c (131 °f). Avoid placing the computer in a location subject to high humidity, extreme temperatures, mechanical vibration, direct sunlight, or heavy dust...

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    Caring for the computer 7-5 cleaning guidelines never clean the computer with its power on. Use a soft cloth moistened with water or a non-alkaline detergent to wipe the exterior of the computer. Gently wipe the display with a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use alcohol or detergent on the display. Du...

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    7-6 caring for the computer when traveling before traveling with your computer, make a backup of your hard disk data into floppy disks or other storage devices. As an added precaution, bring along an extra copy of your important data. Make sure the battery pack is fully charged. Make sure the comput...

  • Page 110: Troubleshooting

    Chapter 8 troubleshooting hardware, software, or a combination of both can cause computer problems. When you encounter any problem, it might be a typical problem that can easily be solved. This chapter tells you what actions to take when solving common computer problems. It is divided into three sec...

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    8-2 troubleshooting preliminary checklist here are helpful hints to follow before you take further actions when you encounter any problem: try to isolate which part of the computer is causing the problem. Make sure that you turn on all peripheral devices before turning on the computer. If an externa...

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    Troubleshooting 8-3 solving common problems for easy reference, the problems are divided into these categories. Problem type go to battery problems p. 8-4 optical drive problems p. 8-4 display problems p. 8-5 hardware device problems p. 8-7 hard disk drive problems p. 8-7 infrared problems p. 8-7 ke...

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    8-4 troubleshooting battery problems the battery does not charge (battery charge indicator does not light amber). Make sure that the ac adapter is properly connected. Make sure that the battery is not too hot. Allow time for the battery pack to return to room temperature. Make sure that the battery ...

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    Troubleshooting 8-5 you cannot eject a disc. The disc is not properly seated in the drive. Manually release the disc following the method described next: 1. Turn off the system. 2. Insert a small rod, such as a straightened paperclip, into the drive’s manual eject hole and push firmly to release the...

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    8-6 troubleshooting the brightness level might be too low. Increase brightness by pressing fn+f6 . The display output might be set to an external device. To switch the display back to the lcd, press fn + f9 , or change the display through the settings in display properties. Reset the computer by pre...

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    Troubleshooting 8-7 hardware device problems the computer does not recognize a newly installed device. The device may not be correctly configured in the scu program. Run the scu program to identify the new type. Make sure if any device driver needs to be installed. (refer to the documentation that c...

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    8-8 troubleshooting make sure that the device connected is using an equivalent speed. Make sure that the irda fast infrared port is set to hp hsdl-2300/3600. Make sure that the ir port is set correctly in the scu program. If you are printing to an infrared printer, make sure that the appropriate dri...

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    Troubleshooting 8-9 lan problems i cannot access the network. Make sure that the lan driver is correctly installed. Make sure that the lan cable is properly connected to the rj-45 connector and the network hub. Make sure that the network configuration is appropriate. Make sure that the user name or ...

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    8-10 troubleshooting your computer is not recognizing changes. Restart the computer. Make sure that the ip address or subnet mask setting is correct. I cannot communicate with the computer in the network when infrastructure mode is configured. Make sure that the access point your computer is associa...

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    Troubleshooting 8-11 turn off power management. Pc card problems the pc card does not work. Make sure that the pc card is correctly seated. If the card requires an irq (interrupt request), make sure that there is one available. Or you can release another device irq in scu. The pc card stops communic...

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    8-12 troubleshooting the computer does not enter hibernation mode with the fn + f10 hot keys. Make sure that the hibernation function is specified for the sleep button. Printer problems the printer does not work. Make sure that the printer is turned on (if it comes with an independent power source) ...

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    Troubleshooting 8-13 sound problems no sound is produced. Make sure that the volume control is not set too low. Make sure that the audio driver is correctly installed. Make sure that the computer is not in standby mode. If using an external speaker, make sure that the speaker is properly connected. ...

  • Page 123

    8-14 troubleshooting if you are using the battery power, make sure that the battery is not discharged. When you turn on the computer, it stops after post. Restart your computer. The message “non –system hard disk boot sector invaled” appears on the screen after you turn on the computer. Make sure th...

  • Page 124

    Troubleshooting 8-15 after you have performed everything as described above and still have the incorrect date and time every time you turn on the computer, the rtc (real-time clock) battery is at the end of its life. Call an authorized dealer to replace the rtc battery..

  • Page 125

    8-16 troubleshooting resetting the computer you may have to reset (reboot) your computer on some occasions when an error occurs and the program you are using hangs up. If the system operation seems to hang up, first wait. It is possible that the system is processing data. Periodically check the hard...

  • Page 126: Specifications

    Appendix a specifications note: specifications are subject to change without any prior notices. Parts specifications cpu intel dothan low voltage processor, µ-fcbga package, 1.4 ghz 400 mhz front side bus (fsb) cache memory l2 2 mb on-die rom bios 512 kb flash eeprom (includes system and vga bios) s...

  • Page 127

    A-2 specifications parts specifications audio controller sigmatel 9750 ac97 codec rev.2.3 support, two built-in 2-watts stereo speakers, soundblaster pro and digital controller compatibility audio audio port two audio ports for mic-in / line-out (supports s/p-dif) pc card type ii × 2 or type iii × 1...

  • Page 128: Regulatory Information

    Appendix b regulatory information this appendix provides regulatory statements and safety notices on your computer. Note: marking labels located on the exterior of your computer indicate the regulations that your model complies with. Please check the marking labels and refer to the corresponding sta...

  • Page 129

    B-2 regulatory information on the use of the system class b regulations usa federal communications commission radio frequency interference statement note: this equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class b digital device pursuant to part 15 of the fcc rules. These limit...

  • Page 130

    Regulatory information b-3 canada canadian department of communications radio interference regulations class b compliance notice this class b digital apparatus meets all requirements of the canada interference-causing equipment regulations. Cet appareil numérique de classe b respecte toutes les exig...

  • Page 131

    B-4 regulatory information english caution: danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer's instructions. Deutsch vorsicht: explosionsgefahr bei unsachg...

  • Page 132

    Regulatory information b-5 about the modem caution never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. Never touch non-insulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has ...

  • Page 133

    B-6 regulatory information on the use of rf device note: the information in this section applies to models with the wireless lan module. Usa and canada safety requirements and notices important note: to comply with fcc rf exposure compliance requirements, the antenna used for this transmitter must b...

  • Page 134

    Regulatory information b-7 the use of wireless devices in hospitals is restricted to the limits set forth by each hospital. Antenna use: in order to comply with fcc rf exposure limits, low gain integrated antennas should be located at a minimum distance of 20 cm (8 inches) or more from the body of a...

  • Page 135

    B-8 regulatory information emc requirements this device uses, generates and radiates radio frequency energy. The radio frequency energy produced by this device is well below the maximum exposure allowed by the federal communications commission (fcc). This device complies with the limits for a class ...

  • Page 136

    Regulatory information b-9 canada radio frequency interference requirements to prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subj...

  • Page 137

    B-10 regulatory information greek to προϊόν αυτό πληροί τις προβλέψεις της Ευρωπαϊκής Οδηγίας 1999/5/ec. Icelandic Þessi vara stenst reglugerð evrópska efnahags bandalagsins númer 1999/5/ec. Italian questo prodotto è conforme alla direttiva europea 1999/5/ec. Norwegian dette produktet er i henhold t...

  • Page 138

    Regulatory information b-11 general european standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100 mw effective isotropic radiated power (eirp) and the frequency range 2400 – 2483.5 mhz. Belgium and the netherlands in belgium and the netherlands, the product may not be used outdoors. See the inst...

  • Page 139

    B-12 regulatory information departments in which the wireless lan module’s maximum eirp not shown in the previous table frequency ranges (mhz) indoors outdoors 2400 – 2446.5 10 mw not permitted 2446.5 – 2483.5 100 mw 100 mw on private property with ministry of defense approval turning off the wirele...

  • Page 140: Hard Disk Encryption

    Appendix c hard disk encryption this appendix provides more detailed information regarding hard disk encryption. Note: marking labels located on the exterior of your computer indicate the regulations that your model complies with. Please check the marking labels and refer to the corresponding statem...

  • Page 141: Enova X-Wall Q & A

    C-2 hard disk encryption important: if you lose the hdd key, your dealer or the computer manufacturer will not be responsible for any loss of data. You will need to re-format your hard disk and thereby, lose all your original data. For customers’ special request of data saving, the computer manufact...

  • Page 142

    Hard disk encryption c-3 a: des (data encryption standard) was originally introduced by nsa (national security agency) and ibm and has since become a federal data encryption standard as defined in fips 46-3 (federal information processing standard). Des works on 64-bit data segments with a 64-bit ke...

  • Page 143

    C-4 hard disk encryption a: there are no “backdoors” into x-wall lx secure systems, so without the x-wall secure key you will not be able to access the data or operating system on the protected disk. This means you must keep the backup key in a safe place at all times. Q: if the x-wall lx malfunctio...