The computer is equipped with several interface ports, including an enhanced parallel (printer) port, a serial port, and USB ports. These are provided as a means of connecting peripheral devices to the computer.
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Running BIOS Setup Introduction The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup program is a menu driven utility that enables you to make changes to the system configuration and tailor your system to reflect installed hardware or alter system performance. When the Notebook is turned back on, the system is configured with the values stored in CMOS.
• • Bootup Drive Sequence Password protection The settings made in the BIOS Setup program intimately affect how the Notebook performs. Navigating through BIOS Setup The Setup program has been designed to make it as easy to use as possible. If you accidentally make a setting and don’t know which one to switch back to, the Setup program has a hot key that allows you to return to the previous value.
Security - Use this menu to set a password. controls access to the BIOS setup menu. The password allows bootup and Boot - Use this menu to configure the default system device used to locate and load the Operating System and for booting up the Notebook. Exit - Use this menu to exit the current menu or specify how to exit the Setup program. To access the menu bar items, press the right or left arrow key on the keyboard until the desired item is highlighted.
Minus key (-) Scrolls backward through the values for the highlighted field. Plus key (+) Scrolls forward through the values for the highlighted field. Home PgUp Moves the cursor to the field at the top of the window. End PgDn Moves the cursor to the field at the bottom of the window. F9 Sets the parameters for the current menu to their default values. F10 Save and Exit. Enter Will select a sub menu or show a range of options for a field.
Use the [PgUp] and [PgDn] keys or the up and down arrow keys (↑↓) to scroll through the entire help document. Press the Home key to display the first page, press End to go to the last page. To exit the help window, press the [Enter] or the [Esc] key. Save Changes and Exit the Setup Program Refer to the Exit menu section of this chapter for detailed information on saving changes and exiting the setup program.
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The Security Menu The Notebook’s advanced system of security allows you to set a password to prevent unauthorized access to system resources, data, and the BIOS Setup Program.
The Boot Menu The Boot menu allows the user to specify the order in which the Notebook is to check for a device to boot the system. You can also configure the way that the system will boot up. To make changes, select Boot from the menu bar.
The Exit Menu Once you have made all of your selections from the various menus in the Setup program, you should save your changes and exit Setup.
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The Software Utilities Disks AutoRun Installation Follow the step-by-step procedures on the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM to execute the “AutoRun” application by selecting the topic of “Driver Installation”.
Windows 2000, please perform the following procedures: Click on the “Start” – “Setting” – “Control Panel” – “System” – “Advanced” tab – “Performance” tab – “Change” tab – reduce the maximum Virtual Memory setting to 200MB. Installing the INTEL_INFINST Driver • • • • • • Insert the CD-ROM Driver into your CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive. Click “Start” and Select “Run”. Type the following: D:\Driver\INTEL_INFINST\INFINST_enu (If D is not your CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive, substitute D with the correct drive letter).
• • • • • • Insert the CD-ROM Driver into your CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive. Click “Start” and Select “Run”. Type the following: D:\Driver\Audio\Setup.exe (If D is not your CD-ROM/DVDROM drive, substitute D with the correct drive letter). Click on “Setup” to begin the Installation Wizard. Follow the Wizard’s on-screen instructions to complete the installation. Restart the system. Intalling the IR Driver To install the audio driver you must first remove the currently installed driver.
Installing the TouchPad Driver To install the touchpad driver you must first remove the currently installed driver. • Insert the CD-ROM Driver into your CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive. • Click “Start” and Select “Run”. • Type the following: D:\Driver\Touchpad\Win2K&XP\Setup.exe (If D is not your CD-ROM/DVDROM drive, substitute D with the correct drive letter). • Click on “Setup” to begin the Installation Wizard. • Follow the Wizard’s on-screen instructions to complete the installation. • Restart the system.
• • • • • • From Start, click on the "My Computer" icon and click the "View System Information". Click on the "Hardware" tab from the "System Properties" dialog window. Click the "Device Manager" button. Double click on the "Other Devices" , double click the " Network Controller " and click on the "Driver" tab. Click the "Update Driver" tab and select the "Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)" item and click "Next".
Devices You can connect up to three displays simultaneously to the notebook. You can watch a DVD movie on an external television while checking email on your notebook screen - or surf the web on a CRT monitor while working on a presentation on a digital flat panel. The option is yours with these features.
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Troubleshooting This chapter describes locating and solving problems that you may encounter while using your computer. Locating a Problem Problems with your computer can be caused by something as minor as an unplugged power cord – or as major as a damaged hard disk. The information in this chapter is designed to help you find and solve minor problems.
correct the problem and contact your dealer. Successful troubleshooting is the result of careful observation, deductive reasoning, and an organized approach to solving the problem. The problems that you will encounter can be divided into two basic categories: hardware problems and software problems. Hardware problems can be further divided into electrical and mechanical problems.
Check the wall outlet or power strip with an item that you know is functioning properly. A lamp or radio is a convenient item for checking the power. You may also need to check the fuses and breakers in your electric box. If the outlet is controlled by a wall switch, make sure that the switch is on. If the outlet is controlled by a dimmer switch, use a different outlet. If your computer is plugged into a power strip with an On/Off switch, make sure the switch is on. 3.
Two classifications of malfunctions can be detected during the POST: • Error messages that indicate a failure with either the hardware, the software, or the Basic Input/Output System (BIOS). These critical malfunctions prevent the computer from operating at all or could cause incorrect and apparent results. An example of a critical error is microprocessor malfunction. • Messages that furnish important information on the power-on and boot processes (such as memory status).
Solution: Make sure that the computer is not in Suspend mode. Check the Brightness controls for the screen. If the controls are turned too far down, the screen will be dark. Problem: An incorrect date and time are displayed. Solution: Correct the date and time using the DOS DATE and TIME commands or the options in the Setup Utility. If the date and time become incorrect after a short time, your CMOS battery may be depleted. Contact your dealer to change the battery.
Solution: Check that a CD is properly inserted in the drive. Make sure that you are using the correct program for that kind of CD. For example, the system cannot read a data CD using an audio program. Problem: You cannot operate the printer. Solution: Check the printer cable connection. Ensure that the printer power switch is turned on. Confirm that the printer is on-line. Problem: You can’t save data to disk. Solution: Ensure that the disk has been formatted.
If you still have a problem after reading the preceding sections, the next step is to contact your dealer. Your dealer can determine if the problem is something that requires the computer to be taken to the shop. Before you call your dealer, however, prepare the following information: • How is your computer configured? Your dealer needs to know what peripheral devices you are using.
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Upgrading your System Upgrading your Memory Refer to the following instructions and illustration for information on upgrading your notebook's memory. 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. Turn the notebook over so that the rear ports are facing you and locate the memory module compartment. 3.
4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 1 0. aside in a safe place. Remove the compartment cover and then angling it up and out. If you need to install a higher capacity module, gently push the edge clips on both sides to release the module. Angle the card slightly upward and gently slide it from its edge connector slot. Store the card in the anti-static bag that contains your new module(s). To install the new memory card, hold the card with its gold edge connector toward the edge connector slot of the compartment.
The Easy to Upgrade HDD Module The hard drive in your notebook computer is made to be easily swapped out for upgrading. You should back up your hard drive before attempting o change the hard drive. Make sure that before you install a new drive, all the files in your system should be backed up.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Power down the system completely. Turn the system over with the front of the unit facing you. Remove the three screws that secure the compartment cover and set them in a safe place. Slide the HDD cover away from the compartment. The drive is attached to a special bracket that secures it to the notebook computer. There are 4 screws hold the bracket. Remove the screws and set them in a safe place.
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5. Before removing the screws, there are certain measures to followed in removing the heatsink 6. 7. To remove the heatsink, first loosen the screw carefully. After loosening one screw, be certain that the next to be loosen should be the screw on its adjacent side as shown on the illustration. Be sure to loosen all the screws first before removing it totally to release the heatsink. Failure to do so will cause a major damage to the heatsink. 8.
Specification Detailed Notebook Specifications General CPU • • Intel Pentium-M Banias processor from 1.3GHz to 1.7GHz, 1M L2 cache Intel Dothan processor from 1.8GHz to 2.
• • 478 pin uFC-PGA2 478 socket, CPU front-side bus up to 400MHz TDP : 21W. Core Logic • • Intel 855GM/GME, Support FSB 400MHz Memory Main Memory • • • • • 2 expandable memory slot up to 2GB,1GB per DIMM Max. with 512Mb technology 128/256/512 MB memory options Two 200 pin SO DIMM type memory slots 2.
Module Bay • • Supports CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/Combo Drive (DVD-ROM+CD-RW), DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-Dual; 5.25” 12.7mm height Fast IDE and ATAPI interface CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/Combo Drive (DVDROM+CD-RW), DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-Dual Pointing Devices • • Synaptics TouchPad Support four way scrolling feature Keyboard • • • • • US/Europe, DOS/V keyboard for Japan, full size keyboard alike pitch 300 mm keyboard with key stroke 3.
Features • • • • • Dual full-duplex Direct Sound Channels Hardware SoundBlaster Pro for real-mode DOS legacy compatibility 18-bit ADC & DAC resolution Support S/PDIF out AC’97 2.2 & PC2001 compliant I/O Ports Standard Ports • • • • • • • • • • One parallel port supported EPP/ECP (25-pin female D-connector) One S-video TV out port for TV One DC input port for External AC adapter (2-pin DC jack) One Type II PCMCIA card socket One video port for external analog VGA monitor (15-pin female D-connector) USB 2.
• • Integrated IEEE 1394a OHCI-link & two ports with IEEE 1394 internal PHY Data transfer rate : 100/200/400 Mbps Graphics and Video Controller • Intel 855GM/GME internal graphics. Features • High performance 3D graphics engine (floating triangle setup/rendering) Graphic Memory • Up to 64 MB of dynamic video memory allocation LCD Display • 14.
• • • 4 hrs charge time while system on Charging time for one battery pack : 3.5 hours to full charge when system off or in suspend More than 2.0 hrs w/ 4-cell battery, 4.0 hrs w/ 8-cell battery Dimensions • 326(W) x 258(D) x 25.3(H) mm/32mm (front/back) Weight • 2.4kg with 14.
• • • • Factory Option : 802.
Declaration of Conformity 1. Notebook / Green553 2. This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules. The operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) The device may not cause harmful interference. And (2) this device must accept any interference received, including the interference that may cause undesired operation Information of Responsible Party in USA Contact Person: Hank Yu Company Name: Elitegroup Computer Systems, Inc.
