GQ Notebook User's Guide
Preface Copyright 2003 All Rights Reserved. Manual edition, August 2003 The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer. In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
Notices Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement 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 limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Notice: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Shielded interface cables and a non-shielded AC power cord must be used in order to comply with emission limits. This equipment is to be used with power supply: I/P: 100-240 Vac, 50-60Hz, 1.6A max O/P: 19Vdc, 3.
For pluggable equipment, that the socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. Please keep this equipment from humidity. Lay this equipment on a reliable surface when isntall. A drop or fall could cause injury. Make sure to use the right voltage for the power source when connecting the equipment to the power outlet. Place the power cord in such a way that people can not setp on it. Do not place anything on top of the power cord.
60°C (140°f), it may damage the equipment. The unit can be operated at an ambient temperature of max. 35°C. The sound pressure level at the operators position according to IEC 704-1: 1982 is equal or less than 70 dB(A). Power Cord Requirements The power cord set used with the AC adaptor must meet the requirements of the country where you use the AC adaptor, whether it is 100-120 or 200-240 Vac. The following information explains the requirements for power cord set selection.
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons. These precautions includes the following: 1. Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool. 2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. 4.
Personal Inventory This Mobile PC system is designed for years of productive and pleasurable computing. Use this section to keep notes about details of your purchase. Update this section when you add new options.
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Things you must remember before working on your computer Let your computer acclimate itself Your Mobile PC can easily stand temperature extremes but it doesn’t like rapid changes in temperature, like going from the cold outdoors to a warm office. Rapid changes in temperature can cause water droplets to condense inside your case, threatening to damage the electronic parts inside.
A few tips to help you work effectively without a lot of physical discomfort: • Purchase a chair with armrests and good back support. Don't slouch when sitting; keep your back straight. • Try to place the LCD panel or external monitor so that there is little glare from the sun on the monitor. • Walk around the room every hour. • Every half hour look away from the computer screen for a few minutes. • Place everything that you need to work within easy reach.
At any time you can tilt the display toward or away from you to a comfortable viewing position. To avoid damage to the display panel: 1. Try not to slam the display upon closing it. 2. Try not to place any object on top when it is closed or open. 3. Be sure the system is turned off or in suspend mode before you close the display panel. With the LCD screen open, you will see several features important for operating your Mobile PC. Status indicator Panel 14.
Each of these features is briefly described below. LCD Screen Your Mobile PC computer is equipped with a replaceable color Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen that supports up to 14.1” or 15” LCD resolution. A built-in backlight allows you to comfortably view the screen even when ambient lighting is low. Power/Resume Button Pressing this button for 1-2 seconds will turn on the system or pressing this button when the computer is in Suspend mode will resume normal operation.
Indicates when the system LAN is functioning. TouchPad The TouchPad is hardware-compatible with the IBM PS/2 mouse and software-compatible with the Microsoft mouse. TouchPad Buttons The buttons below the TouchPad correspond to the left and right buttons on a standard mouse. The PS/2 compatible mouse will work with the TouchPad simultaneously. Internet Explorer Button Use this key to open the Internet Explorer. Outlook Express Button Use this key to open Microsoft's Outlook to send/receive your mail.
Front Side LCD Cover Release Latch Slide this latch to the right to open the LCD cover.
Ventilation Opening Please don’t block this opening during operation of the system. The LAN Port This jack provides a standard RJ-45 connection for integration with an existing network or a high-speed (DSL or cable) connection via a network cable. When using a LAN, please use an EMI Shielding Cable to minimize an inteference when transmitting. The Modem Port This jack is an internal 56K voice/fax/data modem. You will connect your computer to your phone line through this port.
Headphone Jack You can plug an external speaker, headphone or connect the line out jack to an audio device such as a cassette recorder to record the Mobile PC 's audio output.
LED Indicators These three LED indicators are separately program for the following functions: Power On, 1 2 3 1. Power On This indicator will lit when the Mobile PC is powered On. 2. Battery Charge This indicator will lit orange when the battery is in charging status. The indicator will shut down when the battery is fully charged. 3. Suspend Mode This indicator will lit when the Mobile PC enter the suspend mode.
The Right Side DVD-ROM DC IN Connector DVD-ROM Your Mobile PC comes with a 8X DVD-ROM. DC IN Connector Plug the AC adapter into this connector.
The Rear Side Kensington Lock Ventilation Opening Parallel Port TV Out Port USB Ports CRT Port Ventilation Opening Ventilation Opening Please don't block this opening during operation of the system. Kensington Lock Allows you to connect a special computer lock to secure your system. You can purchase a lock at most computer retailers. TV Out Port This 4-pin S-Video port allows you to view the Mobile PC's Video output on a television monitor.
External CRT Port This port allows you to easily connect an external VGA/SVGA display monitor into your Mobile PC using the 15-pin female connector. USB Ports Your computer includes two Universal Serial Bus (USB) port. USB is the latest development in Plug and Play technology. It will eventually replace the need for separate connectors for external keyboards, serial ports, and parallel (printer) port. Ventilation Opening Please don't block this opening during operation of the system.
The Bottom Panel Expansion Compartment Battery Release Latch Hard Disk Compartment Battery Compartment Expansion Compartment This compartment will serve as an expansion to upgrade your RAM module. Battery Release Latch Lift up this latch to release the battery from its bay. Hard Disk Drive Your computer includes a 2.5-inch IDE hard disk drive (9.5mm in height). The Mobile PC BIOS automatically detects IDE drive types.
Battery Compartment Your Mobile PC comes equipped with a factory-installed battery pack module. After the battery runs down, the module can be removed and replaced with a charged battery.
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Connecting to a Power Source Connecting the AC Adapter A universal AC adapter is provided to supply your computer with power and also charge the computer’s battery pack. The adapter’s AC input voltage can range anywhere from 100 to 240 volts, covering the standard voltages available in almost every country. The power cord for the AC adapter requires a three-hole grounded AC outlet. To connect the computer to an external power source: 1.
Whenever possible, keep the AC adapter plugged into the Mobile PC and an electrical outlet to recharge the battery. Never turn off or reset your Mobile PC while the hard disk is in use and the HDD status icon is lit; doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data. Always wait at least 5 seconds after turning off your Mobile PC before turning it back on; turning the power on and off in rapid succession can damage the Mobile PC ’s electrical circuitry.
The system provides you with a removable battery pack that does not provides the computer with information about its power status. Your computer comes with a rechargeable removable battery pack that lets you operate the computer without an external power source. When the removable battery pack is fully charged, you can operate the computer for approximately 1.5 hours under the following conditions: • The removable battery pack initially has a full charge. • No peripheral devices are installed.
Inserting and Removing the Removable Battery Pack The removable battery pack should already be inserted in your Mobile PC when you unpack it. If not inserted, follow these directions: 1. Turn over the Mobile PC with the front of the unit facing you and place it on a solid, flat surface. 2. Angle the battery into the bay. The front edge of the battery should slide into the grooves in the system case. 3. Gently lower the battery into the bay and push it until it clicks securely in the bay.
1. Turn off the Mobile PC , and disconnect the AC adapter. 2. Close the LCD panel and turn it over and place it on a solid, flat surface. 3. Lift the release latch to release the battery from the bay. At this time the battery will now be angled slightly out of the bay. 4. Hold the removable battery at the finger grip and lift it out of the compartment.
Charging the Removable Battery Pack The installed removable battery pack charges automatically any time the computer is connected to the AC adapter and an external power source. It is a good idea to occasionally discharge the battery pack fully to preserve its operating performance.
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Adjusting the LCD Screen Display The LCD screen display can be adjusted by the following key combinations. KEYS FUNCTIONS [Fn] + [F7] Decreases the brightness level. [Fn] + [F8] Increases the brightness level. [Fn] + [F12] This key combination toggles the display between the LCD, CRT, simultaneous LCD/CRT. LCD Care LCD screens are delicate devices that need careful handling.
• TV+ CRT • TV only You can switch between these display configurations by pressing the key combination [Fn] + [F12]. To shift the display screen from your computer to the TV screen, you will have to utilize the VGA utility function by executing the VGA Display function. Please refer to Chapter Six on the topic of “VGA Utilities” section. For information on connecting an external display, please refer to Chapter Four.
When the numeric keypad is engaged, the NumLock icon will appear in the System Window. The keypad is activated by pressing the [Fn] + [NumLk] key. If an external keyboard is connected, pressing the NumLock key on either the Mobile PC or external keyboard will enable/disable NumLock of both keyboards in unison. To disable the Mobile PC numeric keypad while keeping the keypad on an external keyboard activated, use the [Fn] + [NumLk] hot key on the Mobile PC keyboard.
[Fn] + [F3] Decreases the speaker volume. [Fn] + [F4] Increases the speaker volume. [Fn] + [F7] Decreases the brightness level. [Fn] + [F8] Increases the brightness level. [Fn] + [F12] This key combination toggles the display between the LCD, CRT, simultaneous LCD/CRT. The TouchPad The touchpad is a rectangular electronic panel located just below your keyboard. You can use the static-sensitive panel of the touchpad and slit it to move the cursor.
TouchPad Precautions The TouchPad is a pressure sensitive device. precautions. Please take note of the following • Make sure the TouchPad does not come into contact with dirt, liquids or grease. • Do not touch the TouchPad if your fingers are dirty. • Do not rest heavy objects on the TouchPad or the TouchPad buttons. You can use the TouchPad with Microsoft Windows as well as non-Windows applications.
Connecting an External Tracking Devices The system will only enables you to use one tracking device whether it is an internal or external tracking device. Data Storage and Retrieval Data storage and retrieval are two of the most fundamental tasks you will perform when working with your computer. The Mobile PC is equipped with a hard disk drive (HDD). The HDD is removable allowing for easy upgrades. DVD-ROM Features of the DVD-ROM Module The features of the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/Combo drive are listed below.
• Do not write or place objects on the surface of the disc. • Store discs in a cool dry place not to damage the disc. • Do not use benzene, thinners, or cleaners with detergent. Only use CD-ROM/DVDROM cleaning kits. • Do not bend or drop the discs. Loading a Disc To play a CD disc, follow the instructions listed below. 1. Push the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/Combo eject button on the CD drive door. Gently pull the tray all the way out. 2.
Do not insert any foreign objects into the disc tray. If you experience difficulty when ejecting the CD disk tray, stretch a paper clip (or use a pin or a thin metal rod) and insert it into the emergency eject hole located on the right side of the front panel. The CD disk tray should eject immediately. This procedure can also be used to remove a CD from the drive when the Mobile PC is powered off. Removing the DVD-ROM Drive 1. 1.
Power Saving Modes This section contains information on the Mobile PC ’s power system, including the AC Adapter, the battery system, recharging the battery, and tips for conserving battery power. The power system is comprised of two parts, the AC Adapter and the battery system. The AC Adapter converts AC power from a wall outlet to the DC power required by the computer. The Battery Power System A fully charged pack will provide approximately 1.
2. Turn the Mobile PC off. Connect the AC adapter and let the removable battery fully recharge. When the removable battery charge indicator turns off, the battery is fully charged. 3. Turn On the Mobile PC , let the removable battery run down until the battery is in lowlow state and you hear a warning beeps. You can now connect the AC adapter. 4. The removable battery pack is now calibrated properly.
For Windows XP In the “Control Panel” double click the “Power Options” icon to display the “Power Options Properties” as shown on the right screen. Power Scheme In setting your power options, click on the “Power Scheme” tab to select the power scheme most appropriate for you in using your computer. Settings for Portable/Laptop power scheme Under this item you are allowed to set the time setting for the system to enter the stand by mode whether you are operating the system by battery or AC power source.
You should change your battery or switch to outlet power immediately to keep from losing your work. For Windows 2000/Windows Millenium In the “Control Panel” double click the “Power Options” icon to display the “Power Options Properties” as shown on the right screen. Power Scheme In setting your power options, click on the “Power Scheme” tab to select the power scheme most appropriate for you in using your computer.
Current power source: AC power This indicates the Mobile PC Total battery power remaining: 98% is operated with an AC power source. If the battery charge drops below a certain voltage level, a beeping sound will prompt you to save your work and turn off the computer, or connect the AC adapter. The message is : You should change your battery or switch to outlet power immediately to keep from losing your work.
Under this item you are allowed to set the time setting to turn off the hard disks either operated by battery or AC power source. Power Meter Click on the “Power Meter” tab to display the type pf power source you are using to operate your Mobile PC computer.
4. Operates automatically in the background.
Control Panel Interface AMD PowerNow!TM Technology and Windows®XP To take advantage of AMD’s power management capabilities, Microsoft integrated support for AMD PowerNow! Technology into its new Windows®XP operating system. The power management control panel in Windows®XP, know as “PowerScheme”, is designed to provide the user with easy-to –use interface. The Power Schemes tab can be found in the Power Options Properties panel that is accessible via the control panel window.
AMD PowerNow!TM technolgy and other Windows® operating systems For some Mobile PC ’s running previous Microsoft Windows operating systems including Windows 98. Wndows Me, and Wndows 2000，AMD PowerNow! Technology drivers will be installed at the factory or as an option during the initial system set-up. If your system supports this and if the AMD PowerNow! technology drivers have been installed, a new tab should appear in the Wndows power options panel, titled "AMD PowerNow! Technology.
Your battery now has 1 ~ 2 minutes of battery charge remaining. You must save your data or connect AC power immediately; otherwise, you may lose your data. Sound Meaning Continuous beeping every 1 seconds Battery Low: Indicates that there is 5 to 6 minutes charge remaining. Beeping accelerates Battery Low Low: Indicates that there is 1 to 2 minutes of battery charge remaining. Save your work and turn off the Mobile PC , or connect the AC adapter.
Resetting the System After installing a software application package, you may be prompted to reset the system to load the changed operating environment. To reset the system, or “reboot,” press the [Ctrl] + [Alt] + [Delete] keys simultaneously. This is known as “warm boot.” This key combination acts as “software” reset switch when you encounter hardware or software problems, which lock up the Mobile PC.
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Your Mobile PC is capable of providing you with efficient and productive mobile computing, it also has the speed and capacity to service as a desktop system. This chapter discusses those functions of your Mobile PC that are typical of desktop systems. Audio The Multimedia Sound System The Mobile PC ’s built-in audio capabilities allow you to take advantage of a wide range of education and entertainment multimedia software.
Audio Volume Control The Mobile PC is equipped with hot-key volume controls: Pressing the [Fn] + [F3] hot-key combination decreases the audio output volume, press the [Fn] + [F4] hot-key combination increases the audio output volume. Audio Software Your Mobile PC comes equipped with an integrated sound system capable of providing you with quality audio sound through the built-in speakers or through external speakers connected via the system ports.
Connecting Peripheral Devices To expand your computing capabilities, you can add a variety of external devices to your computer. You may, for example, want to add a mouse, modem, or a printer.
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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 Mobile PC is turned back on, the system is configured with the values stored in CMOS. Navigating through BIOS Setup The Setup program has been designed to make it as easy to use as possible.
Standard CMOS Setup Set the time and date. Configure disk drives. Advanced CMOS Setup Configure basic system performance parameters. Peripheral Setup Configure I/O support for the Mobile PC. To access the menu bar items, press the the desired item is highlighted. up or down arrow key on the keyboard until The Legend Bar At the bottom of the Setup screen you will notice a legend bar. The keys in the legend bar allow you to navigate through the various setup menus.
Launching Submenus Note that a right pointer symbol ` appears to the left of certain fields. This pointer indicates that a submenu can be launched from this field. A submenu contains additional options for a field parameter. To call up a submenu, simply move the cursor to highlight the field and press the [Enter] key. Use the [Esc] key to return to the Main menu.
The Standard CMOS Setup When the Setup program is accessed, the following screen appears: Date/Time The current values for each category are displayed. keyboard . Enter new values through the Pri Master, Sec Master Select one of these hard disk drive icons to configure the hard disk drive named in the option.
The Advanced CMOS Setup When the Setup program is accessed, the following screen appears: CPU/DRAM Base Frequency Set this option to select the CPU/DRAM base frequency for your system. The settings are 100/100MHz or 100/133 MHz Quick Boot Set this option to Enabled to instruct AMI BIOS to boot quickly when the computer is powered on.
The settings are Disabled or Enabled (default value) 1st Boot Device This option sets the type of device for the first boot drives that the AMIBIOS attempts to boot from after AMIBIOS POST completes. The settings are Disabled, HDD (default value), CD-ROM and USB FDD. nd 2 Boot Device This option sets the type of device for the second boot drives that AMIBIOS attempts to boot from after AMIBIOS POST completes. The settings are Disabled, HDD, CD-ROM and USB FDD (default value).
Password Check This option enables password checking every time the system boots or when you run AMIBIOS Setup. If Always is chosen, a user password prompt appears every time the computer is turned on. If Setup is chosen, the password prompt appears if AMIBIOS is executed. Share Memory Size This field shows the share memory size available. Note:32MB Max, if system memory is 128 MB; 64MB Max, if system memory is over128 MB. The settings are Enabled (default value) or Disabled.
Keyboard Language Input Set this optios to select keyboard language. The settings are Standard (default value) or Brazil-PT Primary Graphics Adapter This is only a display-only item and cannot be altered. AGP Select This is only a display-only item and cannot be altered.
The Peripheral Setup TV Display Type This field allows you to choose the television display option when using the TV out port. The settings are PAL, NTSC (default value).
TV PAL Display Type This field allows you to choose the television PAL system type. The settings are PAL (default value), PAL-M, PAL-N. OnBoard Parallel Port This option specifies the base I/O port address of the parallel port on the motherboard. The settings are Auto, Disabled, 378h, 278h, or 3BCh. Parallel Port Mode This option specifies the parallel port mode. The settings are Normal, Bi-dir (default value), EPP or ECP. Parallel Port IRQ This option specifies the IRQ used by the parallel port.
Change Supervisor Password This field allows you to set the Supervisor password. To set the Supervisor password, highlight this field and press the [Enter] key. The following dialog box appears: Enter new supervisor password: Auto Configuration with Optimal Settings The optimal default settings are best-case values that should optimize system performance. To set the configuration, highlight this field and press the [Enter] key.
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USER'S INFO: There are two separate procedures on how to install the driver: AutoRun installation and Manual installation. AutoRun Installation • Follow the step-by-step procedures on the CD-ROM to execute the “AutoRun” application by selecting the topic of “Driver Installation”. • To re-run the “AutoRun” installation, please refer to the procedures on the “Manual Installation” for a more detailed explanation. Installing VGA Display Drivers for Win98/2K/ME/XP 1.
Installing Hotkey Drivers for Win98SE N NO OTTE E:: This driver must be installed into your system to fully utilize the hotkey function of Internet, Email, Mute/Unmute, Volume. 1. Insert the CD-ROM Driver into your CD-ROM drive. Click “Start” and Select “Run”. 2. Type the following: D:\Utility\Hotkey\Win98\Setup.exe (If D is not your CD-ROM drive, substitute D with the correct drive letter). 3. Click on “Setup” to begin the Installation Wizard. 4.
1. Insert the CD-ROM Driver into your CD-ROM drive. Click “Start” and Select “Run”. 2. Type the following: D:\Utility\Touchpad\98 & ME\Setup.exe ( for Win98SE/ME) or D:\Utility\Touchpad\2K &XP\Setup.exe ( for Win2K/XP)(If D is not your CD-ROM drive, substitute D with the correct drive letter).. 3. Click on “Setup” to begin the Installation Wizard. 4. Follow the Wizard’s on-screen instructions to complete the installation. Restart the system.
Installing the ENE Driver for Win98SE/2K/Me/XP 1. Insert the CD-ROM Driver into your CD-ROM drive. Click “Start” and Select “Run”. 2. Type the following: D:\keyboard\keyboard\Setup.exe (If D is not your CD-ROM drive, substitute D with the correct drive letter).. 3. Click on “Setup” to begin the Installation Wizard. 4. Follow the Wizard’s on-screen instructions to complete the installation. Restart the system. Intalling the AMD PowerNow!TM Driver for Win98SE/Me/2K 1.
Manual Installation To install the driver manually, follow the step-by-step procedures described on each individual section for a more clear installation. Installing the USB20 Driver for Win2K/WinME/Win98E To install the USB20 driver you must first remove the currently installed driver. 1. Insert the CD-ROM Driver into your CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive. Click “Start” and Select “Run”. 2. Type the following: D:\USB\USB20.exe (If D is not your CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive, substitute D with the correct drive letter). 3.
right button to select the "Properties" item. 2. Click on the "Hardware" tab from the "System Properties" dialog window. 3. Click on the "Other Device" (denoted by a yellow mark symbol), select the "Universal Serial Bus (USB) Controller". 4. Click the "Update Driver" tab and select the "Install the software automatically (Recommended)" item, and select the “Next” . 5. The system starts to searche and install the USB driver automatically.
Utility\WirelessLAN\Usermanual\Usermanual.pdf Installing the LAN Driver for Win2K/WinXP Please follow these instructions to install the LAN driver: 1. From your screen, click on the "My Computer" icon and use your mouse or touchpad right button to select the "Properties" item. 2. Click on the "Hardware" tab from the "System Properties" window. 3. Click on the “Device Manager” and select the "Ethernet Controller" (denoted by a yellow mark symbol). 4.
3. Double click on the "PCI Ethernet Controler (for Win98SE) or "Network Adapter" (for WinME) (denoted by a yellow mark symbol). 4. Click the "Update Driver" tab tab on the “Driver” item and select the “Next”. 5. Select the "Specify the location of the driver (Advanced)" item. Select the “Specify a location”. 6. Select the "Browse" button and specify for the designate location of your CD driver. Installing the Modem Driver for Win2K/XP Please follow these instructions to install the Modem driver: 1.
Please follow these instructions to install the Modem driver: 1. From your screen, click on the "My Computer" icon and use your mouse or touchpad right button to select the "Properties" item. 2. Click on the “Device Manager” and select the “PCI Card” item. Use your mouse cursor to double click the “Reinstall Driver” item. 3. Select the “Specify the location of the driver (Advanced)” and click on the “Specify a location” item. 4.
VGA Utilities for Win98 After you have restarted Windows, open the “Control Panel” and double click on the “Display” icon. From the “Display Properties” window, select the “Settings” tab and click on the “Advanced” tab to enter the "SiS 740 Properties" window. You will notice three new entries have been made in the Display Properties window: Display Modes, Video Setting, and 3D Settings. Display Modes The SiS's driver allows five simultaneous outputs to LCD, LCD/CRT, CRT/TV, TV and CRT.
Driver Mode This define the two status of Single , Mirror and Multi Monitor (when an external monitor is connected to your Mobile PC ). • • When the "Single" is selected, the display can only be seen on the Mobile PC LCD panel or external monitor or TV. When the "Mirror" is selected, you can toggle between the LCD and CRT display or CRT and TV Display. Both the LCD and CRT screen display the same image. Display Combination This applies to the display that you prefer to use.
OPTION: Single This function will only show one single display whether it be on your Mobile PC or external monitor. OPTION: Mirror (Simultaneous Display) This function supports two simultaneous display paths with the features of LCD/CRT or CRT/TV). 1. Click on the “Control Panel” and double click on the “Display” icon. Click on the “Settings” tab to enter the “Display Properties” window. Click on the “Advanced” button. 2. From the “SiS 740 Properties” window, click on the “Display Modes” tab 3.
on the “Settings” tab to enter the “Display Properties” window. 82 2 Use the cursor to click on the Monitor “2” screen on the sub-screen of the “Display Properties” window. 3 A message is shown on your screen to ask you whether to enable the monitor that you have chosen. Click “Yes” to accept the change. 4 Click the “Apply” tab to run the function and restart the computer. 5 After the system has restarted, your Mobile PC LCD screen and the external monitor screen are connected with each other.
Video Setting From the "Setting", you can also adjust the video of your display to overlay, contrast or brightness.
3D Settings This setting lets you modify the 3D display performance. D3D Modify the speed and quality of your 3D display. Gamma Correction You can adjust the right color for your window screen by moving the “Brightness” adjustment window to increase or decrease the right resolution for your screen display.
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Windows 2000/XP VGA Utilities After you have restarted Windows, open the “Control Panel” and double click on the “Display” icon. From the “Display Properties” window, select the “Settings” tab and click on the “Advanced” tab to enter the "SiS 740 Properties" window. You will notice four new entries have been made in the "Utility Manager" window: Gamma Correction, Video Setting, Driver Mode Setting and Product File Information.
Gamma Correction You can adjust the right color for your window screen by moving the “Tint” adjustment window. Adjust the "Brightness" to increase or decrease the right resolution for your screen display.
This dialog box has the following scroll bars and buttons for controlling the color components of the video image. Brightness Use this scroll bar to adjust the overall intensity of light emitted by the video display. Contrast Use this scroll bar to adjust the contrast level between the bright and dark areas of the video image. The higher the contrast, the brighter the bright areas and the darker the dark areas, and vice versa.
Driver Mode Settings The SiS's driver allows five simultaneous outputs to LCD, LCD/CRT, CRT/TV, TV and CRT. Before proceeding, be sure the monitor is connected to the Mobile PC computer.
Driver Mode This define the three status of Single , Mirror and Multi Monitor (when an external monitor is connected to your Mobile PC ). • • When the "Single" is selected, the display can only be seen on the Mobile PC LCD panel or external monitor or TV. When the "Mirror" is selected, you can toggle between the LCD and CRT display or CRT and TV Display. Both the LCD and CRT screen display the same image. Display Combination This applies to the display that you prefer to use.
N NO OTTE E:: Use the [Fn] + [F12] hot keys to toggle between the LCD and external monitor display . If you prefer to use only one display in operating your system, press the [Fn] + [F12] hot keys will shut down the LCD display, external monitor display or both at this random order. Option 1: Single This function will only show one single display whether it be on your Mobile PC external monitor or TV.
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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. If you try all the suggested solutions and you still have a problem, make a list of what steps you have taken to correct the problem and contact your dealer.
1. If you have been using battery power, connect the Mobile PC to an external power source and make sure that the battery has a charge. 2. If you are using the Mobile PC with the AC adapter, check the power outlet, the power cord, and any power switches that may affect your computer. 3. • 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.
The Power-On Self Test The Power-On Self Test (POST) runs every time you turn on or reset the Mobile PC. The POST checks memory, the main system board, the display, the keyboard, the disk drives, and other installed options. A few seconds after you turn on your computer, a copyright message appears on your display screen. A memory test message appears next; as the test continues, memory size increases until all installed memory is tested.
General Hardware Problems A few common hardware problems and suggested solutions are presented in the table below: Problem: Failure in the installation of the Audio driver. Solution: Be sure to first remove the current audio device from your system. Please follow the instruction on the installation of audio driver. Problem: The display screen is dark Solution: Make sure that the computer is not in Suspend mode. Check the Brightness controls for the screen.
and the system halts. 98 Solution: The problem is beyond the scope of this manual. Contact technical support. Problem: An unidentified message is displayed. Solution: Reboot the computer and run the BIOS system setup. Confirm the Setup parameters. If the same message is displayed after booting up again, contact technical support for assistance. Problem: The system cannot access the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive. Solution: Check that a CD is properly inserted in the drive.
Solution: Try using another diskette or free up some space on the diskette. The disk drive is not operating. Contact your dealer for support. Problem: You cannot use the mouse. • • • Check the cable connection. Check the mouse with another application to see if there is a software incompatibility problem. If possible, check the mouse with another computer to see if it works. If it doesn’t operate on a different system, the mouse might be broken.
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Upgrading your Memory Refer to the following instructions and illustration for information on upgrading your Mobile PC 's memory. 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter and all peripherals. 2. Turn the Mobile PC over so that the rear ports are facing you and locate the memory module compartment.
3. Remove the screws that secure the RAM module compartment cover and set it aside in a safe place. 4. Remove the compartment cover and then angling it up and out. 5. 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). 6.
The Easy to Upgrade HDD Module You can easily swap the hard drive in your Mobile PC computer for a new one. You should back up your hard drive before swapping the hard drive. Make sure that before you install a new drive, all the files in your system should be backed up. To upgrade your Hard Drive 1. Power down the system completely. Turn the system over with the front of the unit facing you. 2. Remove the three screws that secure the compartment cover and set them in a safe place. 3.
104 4. The drive is attached to a special bracket that secures it to the Mobile PC computer. There are 4 screws hold the bracket. Remove the screws and set them in a safe place. 5. Push the HDD slightly in the direction of the arrow as shown in the illustration to release it from the pins of the drive. 6. Gently hold the grip of the HDD, lift it up to release from its compartment.
7. To install the new HDD, you will need to align the tabs on the drive bracket with the slots on the bay. Press down gently on the drive bracket until it engages with the system. Do not force the drive into place this can bend the pins on the hard drive. 8. Slide the compartment cover into place and be sure the screw holes on the cover align completely with the screw holes in the case. 9. Secure the cover with the three screws.
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Detailed Mobile PC Specifications CPU • AMD Mobile DuronTM 1 GHz CPU. • 462 pin ceramic CPGA package. • With AMD Power Now! TM technology. Core Logic • North Bridge SiS 740, South bridge SiS962L • USB 2.0 compatible Memory Main Memory • 128 MB DDR-RAM memory on board. • One 200 pin SO-DIMM type memory slots • 2.5V TSOP DRAM.
HDD • HDSupport Enhanced IDE (PIO mode 4) and ATA5 (Ultra DMA 33/66/100 mode) 20GB Hard Drive • Easily up-gradable 2.5” 9.5mm HDD Module Bay • 8x DVD-ROM Drive; 5.25” 12.7mm height • Fast IDE and ATAPI interface DVD-ROM Drive 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.
I/O 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 video port for external analog VGA monitor (15-pin female D-connector) • USB 2.0 port x 4 • MIC-in, headphone jack w/ adaptor for 5.1 channel SP/DIP support • RJ-11 jack for Fax/Modem • RJ-45 jack for LAN Video System Controller • SiS 962L AGP4X. • 539-Balls BGA package. Display • 14.
Battery • 4-cell Li-Ion battery pack (32.56Whr/2200mAhr) • 8-cell Li-Ion battery pack (53.28Whr/3600mAhr) • User interchangeable • Removable and rechargeable Dimension • 333.3 mm (W)x 274.8 mm (D) x 36.55 mm (H) • 13.14" (W) x 10.78" (D) x 1.33”(H) Weight • 2.7kg (5.9 lbs) with 14.
• Non-operating: -200 to 30,000 feet above sea level.
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