Acer 600 Series Laptop User Manual
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1. 4 1 5 Using the Computer iivcicsecs isccossecsacet Jescauss vse 1 6 Power Saving Modes secosiidesudieesvindideleiedgasens 1 8 OV Suspend Mode v2 ccacanciducanskedenoubiqdeiees 1 8 Standby Mode siciicsceescccvivascasvevoncnevevseaays 1 9 Securing the COMpuUter seeccrrecerrcrerrreree 1 10 Using the AC Adapter sci c geaeiladdesdetesdeeineds 1 11 1 1 Creating Backup Disks You should create your backup system disks as soon as possible after purchasing your computer The process you follow depends on the operating system you selected when you installed the computer for the first time Windows 5 Backing up Windows 95 requires approximately 43 formatted 3 1 2 inch 1 44 MB diskettes Labels for the disks are included with the manual To create backup system disks use the Create System Disk tool that is part of Windows 95 Windows for Workgroups Backing up MS DOS and Windows for Workgroups requires approximately twenty 3 1 2 inch 1 44 MB diskettes To create backup system disks use the Make Disk utility that is in the Main program group 1 2 Features of the Compute Standard Features The following list displays the standard features 8 MB EDO Extended Data Out memory 1 MB EDO video memory Fast video graphics accelerator O Volt Suspend and Standby functions No reboot setup function STN color display 16 bit stereo audio Serial infrared communication BB obo Ba 0 0 0O O Duracell N2. 1 Disconnect or turn off external options that you are not using LJ Use only Texas Instruments options These options are designed to operate with the least possible energy consumption Third party options such as RAM and mouse devices can drain the battery more quickly 3 11 4 Options This chapter provides information on options available for your Extensa computer For further information refer to the installation instructions that come with the specific option Contents PIC TANGA DUCL osc hate aie ad hate tek thd eas 4 2 PC Cards vvrwcnsspeorteieerenieennaywcesremeniayes 4 3 Numeric Keypad 3 0siscccsees diseases ssceaveavenaseet see 4 4 External Monitor 2 5 cescsengaue ecvcisnusbeuscameeesenesedy 4 5 External MOUSE nsec ijacinsctstnenticcranmabutetcnces 4 6 External Keyboard i 5 ccicosccevevascnevicencecsseiavet s 4 7 WEIMORY vacivotiewcse Mw otansiav eis TE TERNET EET Ei 4 8 Audi OPUONS anet enie aaia 4 9 External Floppy Disk Drive 4 11 Miscellaneous Options cece eee ee eee 4 12 AC Adapter The AC adapter charges the internal battery pack and operates the computer on AC power The AC adapter can be operated anywhere between 100 240 volts AC and has a detachable AC power cord Caution Use only the AC adapter recommended in this document TI Part No 9813497 0001 Another adapter may damage your computer DC Connector Female Connector A Male
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4. with the floppy disk drive Follow these steps 1 Plug the 25 pin end of the floppy disk drive cable into the parallel port on the rear panel of the computer 2 Attach the other end of the cable to the floppy disk drive Connecting an Extemal Hoppy Disk Drive 4 11 Misc ellaneous Options There are additional options available for use with your computer These include Batteries You can purchase spare batteries Duracell NiMH or Li Ion from your local computer store or directly from Duracell A list of phone numbers to call to order the Duracell batteries is listed in your system Simply click on the Duracell icon to view the directory For information on these batteries refer to Chapter 3 Using Battery Power Canying Helps protect the computer and Case accessories during transport Several carrying cases are available including leather cases accessory cases portfolios and backpacks For the current list of available accessories call 1 800 TI TEXAS Printers You can connect a parallel printer to the parallel port or a serial printer to the serial port connectors 4 12 5 Using Software This chapter describes the software supplied with the computer and how to configure application software to run on the computer Contents Using Supplied Software cece eeeeeeeeee 5 2 Getting Online Help cc sivesccevasvensivescncdewiser ss 5 3 Guidelines for Installing Applic
5. 4 Startup Error Messages Invalid NVRAM media There is a problem with NVRAM type CMOS access Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Keyboard contoller 0 The keyboard controller failed the enor test LJ You may have to replace the keyboard or the controller Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Keyboard enor Q The keyboard is not working Contact your dealer or an authorized service center LJ BIOS discovered a stuck key and displays the scan code nn for the key Keyboard enornn L Loosen the key Operating system cannot be located Operati stem not P ng Sy on either Drive A or Drive C found Enter Setup and verify that these two parameters are properly identified Q Reset the HDD or reinsert the floppy disk 7 5 Startup Enor Messages Press lt Fl gt to resume lt F2 gt to Setup Previous boot incomplete Default configuration used Real time clock error Shadow Ram Failed at offset nnnn System battery is dead Replace and run SETUP 7 6 This message is displayed after any recoverable error message Press F1 to start the boot process or F2 to enter Setup and change any settings Previous POST did not complete successfully POST then loads default values and offers to run Setup Run Setup to check for incorrect settings L Realtime clock fails test This may require board repair Contact your dealer or an author
6. No 9811344 0003 You can expand RAM from 8 MB up to 64 MB For further information refer to the installation instructions that come with your optional memory Caution TI does not warrant the use any memory other than that supplied by TI specifically for the Extensa computer TI will not be held responsible for problems or degradation of performance incurred by using any memory other than TI memory described in this document Audio Options Your system comes with a set of built in stereo speakers but if you wish to use other stereo equipment and or use a microphone the system comes with three audio jacks ine Out Line In and Microphone In Connecting Audio Devices Line Out allows you to use external speakers or headset The system s internal speakers are disabled when external speakers or headsets are plugged in Line In allows you to input an external stereo source into your computer This allows you to play an external CD through the system speakers for example or make a recording if you have the correct software Audio Options 4 10 Microphone In allows you to record input into the system through the microphone and allows you to use the speakerphone functions of the Data Race WinMAX PCMCIA speakerphone modem offered by TI Extemal Hoppy Disk Drive To connect the external floppy disk drive to you computer you will need the floppy disk drive cable that was included in the accessory box
7. Plug AC Adapter 4 2 PC cards are used to add functionality to your computer such as communicating over a telephone or connecting to a network The computer has built in slots that support one Type III or two Type II I PC Cards For a Type III card insert it into the lower slot The following PC Cards are available 14 4 KB data send receive fax voice modem with XJACK TI Part No 9798074 0001 OQ Token Ring Card TI Part No 9791774 0001 n 10OBaseT Ethernet Twisted Pair Card TI Part No 9791773 0001 n 1OBase2 Ethernet Thin Coax Card TI Part No 9791773 0002 For the current list of available PC cards call 1 800 TI TEXAS option 2 1 Numeric Keypad The optional PS 2 Numeric Keypad TI Part No 2581381 0001 can be used instead of the internal numeric keypad PS 2 Numeric Keypad To use the PS 2 numeric keypad turn the computer off Plug the keypad s cable connector into the computer s PS 2 Mouse Keyboard connector located on the rear of the computer Refer to Using Connectors and Ports in Chapter 2 For further information on the PS 2 Numeric Keypad refer to instructions that come with your keypad 4 4 Extemal Monito You can connect the computer to external monitors many of which can display resolutions higher than 640 x 480 When the computer is connected to an external monitor you can use the computer with the display closed You can a
8. Pressure against the top cover can damage the screen What To Bring with You Unless you already have some items at home bring the following items with you AC adapter Q The printed user s manual 6 5 Taking the Computer Home Special Considerations Follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work UO Minimize the effect of temperature changes by keeping the computer with you Q Ifyou need to stop for an extended period of time and cannot bring the computer with you leave the computer in the trunk of the car to avoid exposing the computer to excessive heat LJ Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation Allow the computer to return to room temperature and inspect the screen for condensation before turning on the computer If the temperature change is greater than 18 F 10 C allow the computer to come to room temperature slowly If possible leave the computer for 30 minutes in an environment with a temperature between outside and room temperature 6 6 Taking the Computer Home Setting Up a Home Office If you frequently work on your computer at home it may be worthwhile purchasing a second AC adapter for use at home With a second AC adapter you can avoid transporting the extra weight to and from home If you use your computer at home for significant periods of time you might also want to add an external keyboard monitor or mouse 6 7 T
9. Program Contents of the Demo Program Your computer is loaded with an entertaining and informative demo program which includes the following information Q The features of your computer and how to use them Q The livegear accessories available for your computer UJ The software loaded on your computer Q How to get service and technical support tL More about Texas Instruments Running the Demo Program To run the demo program do one of the following In Windows 95 1 Double click on the About Your Extensa icon on the desktop 2 Follow the directions to use the program In Windows for Workgroups 1 From the Program Manager double click on the Texas Instruments Multimedia group 2 Double click on About Your Extensa icon 3 Follow the directions to use the program 2 4 Running the Demo Program Deleting the Demo Program An uninstall program helps you delete all or part of the demo program to free up space on your hard disk drive In Windows 95 1 Double click on the Uninstall Demo icon on the desktop 2 When the Uninstall window appears you can choose a complete or partial uninstall If you want to keep some parts of the demo you can deselect those parts then click on OK To uninstall the entire demo click on the large uninstall button then click on OK In Windows for Workgroups 1 From the Program Manager double click on the Texas Instruments Multimedia group 2 Double click on Unin
10. Tips eeessesereeccrrerrrrererrrerees 7 3 Startup Error Messages c ceeeeeee ee ee ones 7 4 Appendix A Where to Get Help ix This manual describes features of the Texas Instruments Extensa notebook computers The Extensa series computers are similar in appearance and incorporate such features as CardBus 16 bit stereo audio and internal pointing device The following figure displays the Extensa computer Extensa This manual should answer most of the questions you have about the day to day operation of your Extensa notebook computer Use the Just for Starters instructions that came with your computer to get your computer running for the first time You should also take advantage of the online help files that are available with almost all of the programs shipped with your computer We hope you enjoy your Extensa computer With proper care your computer will provide you with years of productive service xi 1 Before You Begin After completing instructions in Just for Starters read this chapter to learn about important functions of your computer Some such as Creating Backup Disks should be performed as soon as possible after the purchase of your computer Contents Creating Backup DisksS eee 1 2 Features of the Computer ceeeeee eee 1 3 Standard Features eere 1 3 Customizing Features eseeeeeeserrersee l 4 Environmental Specifications
11. Using PC Cards 2 8 Inserting PC Cards You can insert up to two Type I or Type IT PC cards or one Type III PC card in the slots on the side of the computer Inserting a PC Card In Windows 95 Windows 95 beeps to indicate it has detected a PC card when you insert one If Windows 95 recognizes the PC card it will set up the necessary drivers If Windows 95 does not recognize the PC card you are asked to load the driver for the card Using PC Cards In Windows for Workgroups Windows for Workgroups beeps to indicate it has detected the card If a driver for the PC card has already been loaded you can use the card immediately If a driver has not been loaded you must manually load the driver Windows for Workgroups does not ask you to load a driver Ejecting PC Cards Eject buttons are located beside each PC card slot Pressing an eject button ejects the PC Card from the slot To eject a Type III card press both eject buttons The eject buttons fold out of the way when a PC card is inserted in the slot To eject the card flip out the corresponding eject button and press in on the eject button U Z PC Card Bect Buttons 2 9 Using PC Cards In Windows 95 Follow these steps to eject a PC Card while using Windows 95 1 a A U N Open the Control Panel Click on the PC Card icon Select the card you want to eject Click on Stop When Windows 95 responds w
12. battery compartment door 2 Slide the battery compartment door out slightly then swing the door open 3 Pull the battery out by pulling on the loop attached to the battery Se l NS 3 Removing the Battery 3 9 Removing and Installing the Battery Pack Installing the Battery Pack Follow these steps to install the battery 4 Caution Turn off the computer or enter Suspend mode before installing a battery pack 1 Unlatch the battery compartment door 2 Slide the battery compartment cover out slightly then swing the door open 3 Insert the battery pack connector side up into the compartment then push the battery completely into the compartment until you feel the contacts engage 4 Swing the door closed then slide it back in until it clicks into place and the battery door latches 5 Reconnect the AC adapter if necessary SS 4 We 3 Sliding the Battery in Place 3 10 Conserving Battery Powe The following tips can help you prolong the life of a battery charge Keep the display at the lowest comfortable brightness and contrast level Reducing brightness and contrast even a small amount can significantly reduce power consumption and increase operating time U Set the power management settings in Setup to optimize the time outs You can minimize the number of times the computer needs to access the hard disk drive by using disk caches or RAM disks
13. embedded numeric Indicator keypad is toggled ON using the Num Lock hot key Fn F7 Refer to Using the Internal Numeric Keypad later in this section for further details CapsLock Lights when the caps lock function is Indicator toggled ON using the Caps Lock key 2 13 Using the Touchpad Moving the Cursor The embedded touchpad offers a unique and efficient way of pointing and selecting in a Windows environment The following figure shows the touchpad Touchpad The touchpad responds to finger movements on its surface To move the cursor move your finger on the touchpad surface Once the cursor is in the proper place tap once on the surface of the touchpad or use the left button to click just as you would a mouse Tap twice to double click serial mouse to your computer Refer to Using Note You may also connect an external PS 2 or Connectors and Ports later in this chapter Using the Touchpad Configuring the Touchpad You can personalize the control of the touchpad by configuring various setting using the Synaptics Touchpad utility You can configure the touchpad using the Mouse utility located in the Control Panel Window Follow these steps to configure the touchpad In Windows 95 1 Select the Start button then select Settings 2 Select Control Panel to display the Control Panel window 3 Double click on the Mouse icon 4 Select the Touchpad tab to customize the touchpad to your
14. enters OV Suspend mode after 1 minute of system inactivity if no AC is plugged in When the battery capacity reaches 4 capacity about 2 minutes remaining a second audible warning sounds If the BATTERY LOW SUSPEND option is enabled in Setup the system enters OV Suspend mode after 10 seconds of system inactivity if no AC is plugged in The following actions can maximize the time before the battery is depleted and minimize the effect of losing power LJ Set the screen brightness and contrast control to the lowest possible setting LJ Save your work in progress to minimize the danger of losing data 3 5 Responding to Low Battery Conditions 3 6 O Ifyou are using a RAM disk save the contents of the RAM disk to the hard disk drive QJ Press the Standby hot key Fn F4 to put the computer into Standby mode whenever you are not actively using the computer Turn off the computer or put the computer in OV Suspend mode Fn F2 if it does not need to be active The computer does not consume power in OV Suspend mode Once your system enters OV Suspend mode you can install a fully charged battery and then resume from OV Suspend mode AC power can be connected anytime Recharging the Battery i Caution Never recharge the battery differently from the procedure described in this manual The following procedure is acceptable under most circumstances 1 Install the battery pack in your computer if not alr
15. into place To remove a floppy disk press the eject button until the floppy disk pops out Never remove a floppy disk while the indicator on the floppy disk drive is on Never force open the access shutter on a floppy disk Using Disk Drives OQ Always remove a floppy disk from the floppy disk drive before turning off the computer Never transport the computer with a floppy disk in the floppy disk drive Doing so can damage the drive head UO Ifa floppy disk is damaged try to make a copy of it and immediately discard it When floppy disks are not in use keep them in a storage box to protect them from damage or loss When using an external floppy disk drive make sure the connecting cable is securely connected to the drive and to the parallel port on the computers rear panel CD ROM Drive Guidelines Failure to observe the following precautions can damage both the CD ROM drive and the data on the CD ROM Do not open the disc tray except when inserting or removing a disc Q Never attempt to push down on an opened disc tray 2 27 Using Disk Drives When handling discs u u Q Always handle a disc by its edges Do not touch the surface of the disc Never write on a disc or place a label on the disc surface Always store a disc in its case to prevent dust contamination scratches bending and other damages To remove dust or fingerprints use a clean soft and dry cloth Neve
16. used battery or any other battery related question please call Duracell Consumer Relations at 1 800 551 2355 9 00 AM 5 00 PM EST Preface Chapter 1 Before You Begin Creating Backup DISKS soccsceyeisnt ss upaielsiaenates 1 2 Features of the Computer cececeeeeee 1 3 Environmental Specifications 04 1 5 Using the Computer syciccietuash cvnsvebecceaae Gerdes 1 6 Power Saving Modes s cscsvecccseseowcesuneowensnvess 1 8 Securing the Computer nicccsecescccevessccssverne cess 1 10 Using the AC Adapter ics scces tussles euswniaseniansee l 11 Chapter2 Using Your Computer Starting the COMpuUter sseeeesererrererrerrereeree 2 3 Running the Demo Program 0008 2 4 Using the Brightness and Contrast Controls 2 6 Turning the Speakers On and Off 2 7 Using PC Cards eresien eei ua ety 2 8 Using Indicator Lights 0 eee 2 11 Using the Touchpad cc cece cece eee ees 2 14 USING DISK Drive S ss nncnewiesendearecseseatesneiertesenns 2 16 Adding Memory swoccccsivevcccswesmectieesccusvoucedees 2 29 Using the Keyboard seceesererrererrerrrrreree 2 30 Using the Internal Numeric Keypad 2 34 Using Connectors and Ports cee 2 36 Chapter3 Using Battery Power Guidelines for Battery Use eee eee ee 3 2 Switching to Battery Power cccceeeeee 3 4 Responding to Low Battery Conditions 3 5 Recharging the B
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19. User s Guide Extensa 600 Series Notebook Computers Copyright 1996 Texas Instruments All Rights Reserved Printed in Taiwan Extensa Series Notebook Computer User s Guide TI Part No 9811345 0001 Original Issue August 1996 First Revision September 1996 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual Record the serial number purchase date and model number in the space provided below The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to the case All correspondence concerning your unit should include the serial number model number and date of purchase No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopy recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Texas Instruments Extensa Notebook Computer Model___ Serial No Purchase Date Po Extensa is a trademark of Texas Instruments The icons in the Windows Notebook and Startup groups are copyrighted by Texas Instruments IBM AT PS 2 and Token Ring are registered trademarks and OS 2 is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation Microsoft MS DOS Windows and Xenix are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Ethernet is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation Kensington is a registered trademark of K
20. al monitor you can select resolutions up to 1024x768 depending on the model of your monitor If you select a resolution larger than that supported by your display you can still view the display panning the screen The computer keyboard emulates all functions of an IBM AT 101 enhanced keyboard When installing an application select the IBM 101 or AT enhanced keyboard configuration Guidelines for Installing Applications Mouse If you are using the built in pointing device or an external PS 2 mouse you may select the Microsoft or Standard PS 2 port mouse You can also select Synaptics PS 2 touchpad for the built in pointing device Configuring the Computer for the Software Some programs require you to modify the way the computer operates to ensure compatibility RAM Your computer has 8 MB of memory This is sufficient to run most software For improved operation you may want to install additional RAM refer to Chapter 4 for information on upgrading your memory 5 5 Using System Passwords The computer implements a two password security system Supervisor and User The Supervisor password is used by system administrators who manage multiple notebooks and gives an extra level of security while still allowing users to set their individual Setup preferences in the system Setup menu If only one password is set the Supervisor password is also the User password If both the Supervisor password and the User
21. alkman or audio CD player Connects to an external microphone Connects to serial IrDa devices such as another IrDA compliant computer or printer without the use of a cord or cable Connects to external devices such as a serial printer 16550 UART compatible Connects to a parallel printer or other device that uses a standard parallel interface EPP ECP compatible Also connects to the external floppy disk drive Connects to an external analog monitor 2 37 Using Connectors and Ports ot ail ia 2 38 PC Card Connects to an external PS 2 keyboard numeric keypad or mouse If you are connecting a keyboard with a 5 pin DIN connector you need to purchase a 6 pin mini DIN adapter The PC Card slots supports one Type III or two Type II I PC Cards 3 Using Battery Power The primary difference between using battery power and AC power is the limited time you can operate before you must recharge the battery This chapter covers charging the battery and maximizing the time between charges and assumes that you installed and charged the battery as directed in Just for Starters Contents Guidelines for Battery Use ccceeeeee eee 3 2 Switching to Battery Power cceeeee 3 4 Responding to Low Battery Conditions 3 5 Recharging the Battery oc scsicccssvesewcsswevwccceves 3 7 Conditioning the Battery eee 3 8 Removing and Installing the Battery Pack 3 9 R
22. ates in the Duracell pro link program If lt q you would like to purchase additional batteries please call the Authorized Duracell Purchase Hotline at 1 800 603 8225 If you have questions about battery performance recycling a used battery or any other battery related question please call Duracell Consumer Relations at 1 800 551 2355 9 00 AM 5 00 PM EST 3 3 Switc hing to Battery Power To use battery power install batteries as described in Installing the Battery Pack later in this section As long as the battery has a charge remaining you can switch to battery power by removing the connection to the AC adapter even if the computer is already on Your computer switches back to AC power when an AC adapter is plugged into the computer even if the computer is already on To maintain a full charge on your battery always reconnect the computer to the AC adapter whenever possible 3 4 There are two battery low stages in this computer When the battery capacity reaches 7 capacity about 10 minutes remaining the system enters the first stage of battery low warning At this time the battery low LED found on the LCD panel flashes and an audible warning sounds You can disable the speaker with the Fnt End speaker on off hot key You can also keep the battery audible warning from ever sounding by disabling the BATTERY LOW WARNING BEEP option in Setup If the BATTERY LOW SUSPEND option is enabled in Setup the system
23. ations 5 4 Adjusting the Software for the COM PUlet ou tone ea E EE ETE 5 4 Configuring the Computer for the SONWALE wate whi a e iioi ea sade 5 5 Using System PasswordSs eeeceececeereeeee 5 6 Setting a System Password ccecce 5 7 Disabling or Changing a System PASSWOLG eroh ier eo PEEL EEE E 5 8 Using Supplied Software 5 2 Your computer is shipped with the following software installed on the hard disk drive Q Microsoft Windows 95 Power saving utilities Q PC Doctor runs from DOS mode only E Various third party application software Getting Online Help All of the supplied software have online help files which reduce the need to refer to printed manuals and provide you with help information any time it s needed To obtain Windows 95 help select the Start button and then select Help 5 3 Guidelines for Installing Applications 5 4 Adjusting the Software for the Computer Your computer can execute almost all programs written to execute on AT computers When installing software you may need to provide the following information to the installation program Display Keyboard The 10 4 inch display has a 640x480 VGA resolution The 12 1 inch display has an 800x600 SVGA resolution When installing an application select the highest resolution configuration that both the program and the computer can support If you are using the computer with a high resolution extern
24. attery ov ccecesccicives cose casser ss 3 7 Conditioning the Battery eee 3 8 Removing and Installing the Battery Pack 3 9 Conserving Battery POWET csceeeeeeeees 3 11 viii Chapter4 Options PCMAG DEL er erase a E AE A NELE 4 2 PC CANIS yas ec euron ree e RE E EES 4 3 NUMETIC KEY Pad ersnsererercercsnsensi iiaii te 4 4 External Monitor sucsct2sccuaususwedataess sues dy wcdasskys 4 5 External MOUSE ss iay seinrseiansiideitopaiened tor eeiceiaess 4 6 External Keyboard esccccscesvenstvasseavsvey can vevassenss 4 7 WGI ORY ereer ESNIE ERIEK S TEESE RENE EN 4 8 Audio OptiohS roire e ei i 4 9 External Floppy Disk Drive 4 11 Miscellaneous Options ssesssesssesesressreseee 4 12 Chapter5 Using Software Using Supplied Software seeseeeeeeeseeeereese 5 2 Getting Online Fie Dakss dian team ati rinseniecietes 5 3 Guidelines for Installing Applications 5 4 Using System Passwords ccecee sees eee 5 6 Chapter6 Mobility Overview of Mobility c cece ec eeeceeeceeeeeees 6 1 Disconnecting from the Desktop 6 3 MOVING Around fede siccsvstasdeaydesmesaeavaneeavossnectees 6 4 Taking the Computer Home c 0008 6 5 Traveling with the Computer 0 6 8 Traveling Internationally with the Computer 6 9 Chapter7 Care and Troubleshooting Cleaning the Computer swceosvasatiercesasepeaiaraene 7 2 Troubleshooting
25. computer 6 3 Moving Around 6 4 Preparing the Computer Before moving the computer press Fn F2 to place it in OV Suspend mode After placing the computer in OV Suspend mode close and latch the cover You can now safely take the computer anywhere you go within the building When you turn on the computer the system is restored to its saved state What To Bring to Short Meetings A fully charged battery runs the computer for 2 3 hours under most circumstances If your meeting is shorter than that you probably do not need to bring anything with you other than the computer What To Bring to Long Meetings If your meeting will last longer than 3 hours or if your battery is not fully charged you may want to bring the AC adapter with you to plug in your computer in the meeting room If the meeting room does not have an electrical outlet reduce the drain on the battery by putting the computer in Standby mode Fn F4 whenever you are not actively using the computer Taking the Computer Home Preparing the Computer After disconnecting the computer from your desktop follow these steps to prepare the computer for the trip home 1 Remove all media from the drives Failure to remove the media can damage the drive head 2 Pack the computer in a protective case that can prevent the computer from sliding around and cushion it if it should fall Caution Avoid packing items next to the top cover of the computer
26. dicator is on Press the OV Suspend hot key Fn F2 to suspend your system or turn off the computer before moving it If the HARD DISK TIMEOUT parameter in Setup is enabled and expires the hard disk drive will spin down to save power you can lose data To reduce the impact of Caution If the hard disk drive is damaged data loss back up data frequently Installing a Hard Disk Drive These instructions show you how to install a hard disk drive on your Extensa computer They include the following OQ Backing up your old hard disk drive OQ Replacing the hard disk drive OQ Loading software onto your new hard disk drive 2 17 Using Disk Drives Please read completely through these directions before starting the process If you have any questions about how to proceed call the Customer Satisfaction Line at 1 800 TI TEXAS or 1 817 771 5856 Backing Up Your Old Hard Disk Drive After you install your hard disk drive the data will still exist on your old hard disk drive To be able to use the data on your new hard disk drive however you must back up the data before removing the old hard disk drive The steps to follow depend on your hardware and software options so a specific procedure is not possible The following process however describes in general terms how to back up the files on the old hard disk drive Checking the Files You can help ensure the files you move to the new hard disk drive are good by r
27. eady installed 2 Connect the AC adapter To maintain a full charge leave the computer connected to the AC adapter except when transporting the computer 3 7 Conditioning the Battery The Duracell battery is either a Nickel Metal Hydride NiMH DR35S or Lithium Ion Li Ion DR201 rechargeable battery While Li Ion batteries do not need conditioning NiMH batteries require occasional conditioning to maintain a full battery charge An unconditioned NiMH battery may hold less than half of full charge You should condition the battery when you first use your computer and after every five to eight shallow discharges that is after you use only a small portion of the battery charge before recharging the battery Follow this procedure to condition the battery 1 Exit Windows 95 by selecting Restart in MS DOS Mode from the Shutdown menu 2 Enter Setup by pressing the Setup hot key Fn F1 3 Set the POWER MANAGEMENT FUNCTION parameter to Disabled 4 Disable the BATTERY LOW SUSPEND parameter 5 Exit Setup using Esc to exit and save the changes 6 Allow the system to run down completely until it powers off on its own 7 Connect the AC power and charge the battery overnight 3 8 Removing and Installing the Battery Pack Removing the Battery Pack Follow these steps to remove the battery 4 Caution Turn off the computer or enter OV Suspend mode before removing a battery pack 1 Unlatch the
28. emoving the Battery Pack 3 9 Installing the Battery Pack 3 10 Conserving Battery POWEF ssceseeeeees 3 11 Guidelines for Battery Use 4 Caution Never dispose of exhausted batteries in a fire Recycle if possible The battery should be handled carefully to ensure maximum life In particular Q Do not drop the battery or subject it to shocks Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight moisture chemicals or temperature extremes 4 Do not short the battery leads or insert the battery upside down U Charge the battery after several days of disuse to keep it fully charged If your computer is idle for an extended period of time charge the battery every 3 months Never use the battery to power other products Q The battery pack has thermal fuses to prevent unsafe computer operation The computer may not operate on battery power after storage in a very warm place until the thermal fuses cool UJ Keep the Duracell DR35S NiMH battery properly conditioned to maintain a maximum charge by following the conditioning instructions in this chapter 3 2 Guidelines for Battery Use LJ This system is designed to only work with the Smart Duracell battery packs Only use the authorized DR35S and DR201 packs with this system Note The Texas Instruments Extensa 600 and 605 are designed to use a Duracell DR35S or DR201 Rechargeable Battery Texas Instruments particip
29. ensington Microware Inc Synaptics is registered trademark of Synaptics Inc SimulSCAN is a trademark of Cirrus Logic Inc IrDA is a trademark of Infra Red Data Association XJACK is a registered trademark of Megahertz Corporation This device 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 This device generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the device off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures E Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna E Increase the separation between the device and receiver E Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected E Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Notice Shield Cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations Notice Pe
30. ff 2 7 Using PC CALS iesen esrde rei ion etier 2 8 Inserting PC CardSaccosciesiiricserisens 2 8 Ejecting PC Card vvsssccdevessessivescnedsvesvens 2 9 Using Indicator Lights 2 11 Using the Touchpad sessssesessessessrsseessess 2 14 Moving the Cursor sisssscsvncssckscdpasecavpaids 2 14 Configuring the Touchpad 2 15 Using Disk DYives sss seccswssus eawerewscansenesseeeed 2 16 Hard Disk Drive Guidelines 2 17 Installing a Hard Disk Drive 2 17 2 2 Connecting an External Floppy Disk Drive s es 2 25 Floppy Disk Drive Guidelines 2 26 CD ROM Drive Guidelines 2 27 Adding MEMOry sereni Censasiaaanishe cored acme 2 29 Using the Keyboard sscsersercrrererrerrrrreee 2 30 Special KEYS qisccsvivcivcasainimendsewnvesd neess 2 30 Windows 95 KEyS eeeesseseersrssrerees 2 33 Using the Internal Numeric Keypad 2 34 N ti LOCK OM os asin cecsuxvoucnssvenexcivwerwesers 2 34 N m Lock OFF scvsicccincostscesieecccavseuedee sess 2 35 Using Connectors and Ports 008 2 36 Starting the Compute Power Switch Power Switch Power Turns the computer on and off for both Switch AC and battery operation also resumes from OV Suspend mode When the power is off the battery continues to charge if a powered AC adapter is connected to the computer however all computer functions cease 2 3 Running the Demo
31. g with the computer 6 9 7 Care and Troubleshooting This chapter tells you how to clean your computer safely and solve operational problems Contents Cleaning the Computer cece ee ee ee eee eee 7 2 Troubleshooting Tips cece ee eeeeeee ee eee 7 3 Startup Error Messages cece eeee eee ee eee 7 4 Cleaning the Computer Regularly take the time to check your computer and clean the screen keyboard and case to ensure trouble free computing Caution Never use alcohol benzene thinner or strong chemical agents that could damage A the computer s case and never apply liquid directly to the computer only to a clean cloth Never spray cleaning fluid or any liquid directly onto the case or screen Keep the case of the computer free of dust Apply a small amount of mild liquid cleaner to a dry lint free cloth and wipe the case with the cloth The surface of the screen is covered with a protective plastic film that may become smeared and accumulate dust during use Avoid touching the screen with your fingers Clean the screen regularly by applying a small amount of diluted neutral detergent to a dry lint free cloth Gently rub the surface of the screen with the cloth 7 2 Troubleshooting Tips Computer does not O Low battery use AC adapter and come on when power recharge battery switch is pressed O Ensure AC adapter cable and power cord are securely connected O Connec
32. he computer saves the current system state onto your hard disk drive then shuts off When you turn the computer on again it restores the system to the saved state Press the OV Suspend hot key Fn F2 to enter OV Suspend mode To resume normal operation press the power switch OV Suspend mode occurs automatically if the 0 VOLT SUSPEND TIMEOUT parameter in Setup is enabled and times out or if the BATTERY LOW SUSPEND option is enabled Note If the computer is unable to enter OV Suspend mode the Standby indicator lights up When this happens data remains in memory and is lost if power is lost Power Saving Modes Standby Mode In Standby mode data remains in memory while the computer powers down unused devices to save power The standby indicator lights up in Standby mode Press the Standby hot key Fn F4 to enter Standby mode The computer also enters Standby mode if the STANDBY TIMEOUT parameter in Setup is enabled and times out To resume from Standby mode press any key or touch the touchpad When enabled in setup the computer also resumes from Standby mode if an incoming ring is detected by an attached modem To prevent accidental entry of a key press a non e Note The computer acts on the key you press printing character such as Shift Ctrl or Alt 1 9 Sec uring the Computer Your computer comes with a Kensington lock notch If your computer store does not carry Kensington locks you can buy one directl
33. iMH Nickel Metal Hydride or optional Li Ion Lithium Ion battery pack m 810 MB or higher capacity hard disk with Local Bus OQ Internal CD ROM drive and external floppy disk drive or Internal floppy drive depending on model Q Internal touchpad pointing device U Small lightweight AC adapter 1 3 Features of the Computer Customizing Features The following features allow you to customize your computer to fit your requirements OQ PS 2 port for connecting an external keyboard numeric keypad or mouse 9 pin serial port for connecting external devices such as a modem or mouse OQ Simultaneous display with external CRT m One Type III or two Type II I PC Card slots OQ Parallel port with EPP and ECP for connecting to a printer or an external floppy disk drive Q 8 MB 16 MB and 32 MB EDO 32 bit type small outline dual inline memory module soDIMM upgrades Environmental Specifications This section provides information on the optimum operating environment for your Extensa notebook computer Temperature Operating 50 to 95 F 10 to 35 C Storage 4 to 140 F 20 to 60 C Relative Humidity Noncondensing Operating 20 to 85 Storage 20 to 85 Shock Operating Maximum 5g pulse in X Y and Z orientations Storage Maximum 50g pulse in X Y and Z orientations Vibration Operating Sinusoidal 5 to 25 6 Hz limited to 0 015 inch peak to peak maximum displaceme
34. ith the message You may safely remove this device flip out and press the eject button to eject the PC Card Using Indicator Lights The computer uses the following indicator lights to show the status of certain functions Power Battery Low Indicator Standby Mode Indicator LC D Panel Indicator Lights gun Power Lights when the system is on and M Battery low there is power to the system Indicator Flashes when the battery power is low Connect a powered AC adapter to the computer as soon as possible Lights when the computer enters Z Sandby ghts when th p L Mode Standby mode Indicator The computer enters Standby mode if you press the Standby hot key Fn F4 or the STANDBY TIMEOUT parameter in Setup is enabled and expires Closing the display also puts the system in Standby mode 2 11 E Indicator Caps Lock Indicator Battery Charging Indicator Disk Media Indicator Front Indic ator Lights Disk Media Lights when the computer writes to or Indicator reads from the hard disk drive or reads from the CD ROM drive Battery Lights when a powered AC adapter Charging connected to the computer is charging Indicator the battery Flashes when there is a problem with the battery or the battery is not recognized by the smart charger Turns off when there is no battery or the battery is fully charged 2 12 Using Indicator Lights Num Lock Lights when the
35. ized service center Shadow RAM failed at offset nnnn of the 64K block at which the error was detected Contact your dealer or an authorized service center The CMOS clock battery indicator shows that the battery is dead Replace the battery and run Setup to reconfigure the system Startup Error Messages Q RAM cache failed the BIOS test and stem cache enor a che disabled BIOS disabled the cache Contact your dealer or an authorized service center System CMOS LJ System CMOS has been corrupted checksum bad or modified incorrectly perhaps by run SETUP an application program that changes data stored in CMOS Run Setup and reconfigure the system either by restoring default values and or making your own selections System RAM failed at offset nnnn of the 64K block at which the error was detected System RAM Failed at offset nnnn LJ Contact your dealer or an authorized service center System time enor 0 The timer test failed This requires system board repair Contact your dealer or an authorized service center 7 7 A Where To Get Help Technical Assistance Customer support for your computer is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week Please have your serial number ready when you call Phone US Canada 800 848 3927 Phone Intemational 817 771 5856 P O Box 6102 MS 3258 Temple TX 76503 6102 Fax 817 774 6660 TDD 800 735 2989
36. lso display images on the external and internal display at the same time This feature is called SimulSCAN To enable this feature set the DISPLAY parameter in Setup to Both Setup is accessed via the Setup hot key Fn F1 There is also a hotkey Fn F12 that lets you easily switch between LCD CRT or Both SimulSCAN 4 6 Although the Extensa comes with a pointing device already installed you may use an external PS 2 or serial mouse L To connect a PS 2 mouse insert the connector into the the PS 2 port in the rear of the Extensa n To connect a serial mouse attach the connector to the 9 pin serial port in the rear of the Extensa To detect a serial mouse once plugged in use the Add New Hardware icon in the Control Panel Extemal Keyboard You can connect any IBM compatible external PS 2 keyboard Follow these steps 1 Attach the six pin mini DIN connector to the PS 2 connector on the rear of the Extensa 2 If the external keyboard is not automatically detected by Windows 95 use the Add New Hardware icon in the Control Panel 4 8 Your computer is equipped with 8 MB of random access memory RAM occupying one memory upgrade slot There is another memory upgrade slot on the computer You can increase memory by installing an upgrade module into this slot You may order the following options from TI Q 8 MB RAM TI Part No 9811344 0001 16 MB RAM TI Part No 9811344 0002 QQ 32 MB RAM TI Part
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38. n F1 or just F2 during boot to enter Setup 2 Enter your password when prompted 3 Press the arrow keys to move to SECURITY 4 Move down the screen to a Password parameter then press Enter Note You will only be able to change the User Password if you used the User password to enter lt q Setup You will be able to change both the User Password and the Supervisor Password if you used the Supervisor password to enter Setup 5 Enter a new password to set a new password or only press Enter with no entries to clear the password Verify your entry then press Enter 6 Save the changes then exit Setup 5 8 6 Mobility This chapter describes all the considerations to help you take advantage of your computer s mobility Contents Overview of Mobility os iccvpasccucesacteieesaciecnsinens 6 1 Disconnecting from the Desktop 6 3 Mo ovi g AT OUNIC 15 soecsveaenssodeanwsaade ar esedssannstus 6 4 Preparing the Computer 0008 6 4 What to Bring to Short Meetings 6 4 What to Bring to Long Meetings 6 4 Taking the Computer Home 0064 6 5 Preparing the Computer 0008 6 5 What to Bring with You 0 6 5 Special Considerations 6 6 Setting Up a Home Office 6 7 Traveling with the Computer 004 6 8 Preparing the Computer 0008 6 8 What to Bring with You 000 6 8 S
39. nt 0 5g 25 6 to 250 Hz Storage Sinusoidal 5 to 27 1 Hz limited to 0 016 inch peak to peak maximum displacement 2 0g 27 1 to 500 Hz 1 5 Using the Computer Never pick up or carry your computer by the display Q Never use the computer in harsh environments where it could be subjected to rapid temperature changes or excessive dust Q Never expose the computer to excessive vibration L Never expose the hard disk or floppy disk s to strong magnetic fields such as those generated by audio system speakers or telephone handsets U To avoid overheating the computer never place anything on top of the computer when itis operating or recharging the battery O Before moving an active computer press the OV Suspend hot key Fn F2 to put the computer into OV Suspend mode and close the display refer to OV Suspend Mode in the next section OY Do not try to force the display beyond its fully opened position about 180 degrees 1 6 Using the Compute Caution In the rare event that you should see or smell anything that indicates overheating smoke or a strange smell i 1 Turn off the power 2 Disconnect the AC adapter from the power source and the computer 3 Remove the battery pack 4 Contact your Texas Instruments dealer or service center 1 7 Power Saving Modes 1 8 OV Suspend Mode Suspend mode saves battery power when you are not actively using your computer In OV Suspend mode t
40. om the old hard disk drive Q If you copied the files to another computer using TranXit software load the TranXit software 1 If you copied the files to a server load the files you need to access the server Q Ifyou backed up the files on tape load the tape backup software OQ If you used MSBACKUP to save files on floppy disks load the same version of MSBACKUP Using Disk Drives Restore the Remaining Files Restore the remaining program and data files following the procedures for the backup software Check the New Hard Disk Drive After restoring all the files run ScanDisk and Defrag to check the condition of the hard disk drive Connecting an Extemal Hoppy Disk Drive Models with CD ROM drives have external floppy disk drives To connect the external floppy disk drive to your computer follow these steps 1 Plug the 25 pin end of the floppy disk drive cable into the parallel port on the rear panel of the computer 2 Attach the other end of cable to the floppy disk drive 2 25 Using Disk Drives 2 26 Connecting an Extemal Hoppy Disk Drive Hoppy Disk Drive Guidelines Failure to observe the following precautions can damage both the floppy disk drive and the data on the floppy disk Q Insert the floppy disk into the floppy disk drive slot label side up and the metal shutter end first Gently push the floppy disk into the floppy disk drive slot until the floppy disk clicks
41. password is set the Supervisor password must be entered to gain access to the Setup Security options Supervisor Password Diskette Access and Fixed disk boot sector Both passwords prevent unauthorized access to the computer at system startup or when the computer resumes from OV Suspend mode if the PASSWORD CHECK DURING RESUME parameter in Setup is enabled 5 6 Using System Passwords Setting a System Password Caution If you forget the system password you will not be able to use your computer To regain access you will need to send your computer to Texas Instruments See Appendix A This service is not covered by warranty To set a password in Setup follow these steps 1 Press Fn F1 or just F2 during boot to enter Setup 2 Press the arrow keys to move to SECURITY 3 Move down the screen to a Password parameter then press Enter Note the Supervisor password must be set before the User password can be set 4 A box pops up requesting a new password 5 Enter the new password up to seven printable text characters and press Enter then retype the password for verification and press Enter 6 The password will be active once you save the changes and exit Setup If you set a password you will be prompted for the new password before starting your system or entering Setup 5 7 Using System Passwords Disabling or Changing a System Password To disable or change a system password 1 Press F
42. pecial Considerations 6 8 Traveling Internationally with the Computer 6 9 Preparing the Computer 008 6 9 What to Bring with You 00 6 9 Special Considerations 6 9 Overview of Mobility Disc onnecting from the Desktop No matter where you are taking your computer you need to disconnect it from your desktop accessories Moving Around Moving around refers to using your computer at different locations within the same building for example taking it with you to meetings Taking the Computer Home Since you are taking the computer to the same place every night you can save yourself time and effort by setting up a home desktop Traveling with the Computer The farther you get away from home or office the more important it is to bring the necessary equipment and supplies with you Traveling Intemationally with the Computer Traveling internationally with your computer creates special concerns you need to address before you leave the country 6 2 Disc onnecting from the Desktop Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories 1 Save your work in progress Shut down the operating system Turn off the computer Disconnect the cord from the AC adapter oa A O N Disconnect the keyboard pointing device printer external monitor and other external devices 6 Disconnect the Kensington lock if you are using one to secure the
43. preference 5 Click on Enhancements to bring up more features and to get to the online Help for the Synaptics Touchpad drivers In Windows for Workgroups 1 From the Program Manager double click on the Main program group 2 Double click on the Control Panel icon 3 Double click on Mouse icon 4 Select the Touchpad tab to customize the touchpad to your preference 5 Click on Help for the Synaptics Touchpad drivers online documentation 2 15 Using Disk Drives Hard Disk Drive Hoppy Disk Drive CD ROM Drive 2 16 The Extensa computer comes with a 810 million byte 810 MB or higher capacity hard disk drive The hard disk drive is formatted and loaded with software during manufacture Do not format the hard disk All models come with a floppy disk drive In models with a CD ROM drive you can use the floppy disk externally by connecting it to the parallel port The floppy disk drive can access formatted 3 5 inch double sided high density 2HD 1 44 MB floppy disks and lower capacity 720 KB double density 2DD floppy disks The floppy disk drive does not function at low speed with the OS 2 or Xenix operating systems The Extensa 600CD and 605CD comes with a CD ROM drive bringing you portable multimedia Using Disk Drives Hard Disk Drive Guidelines If you format the hard disk drive all data on the hard disk drive will be erased Do not move the computer when the Disk Media in
44. r use benzene or anti static fluids Do not subject a disc to high temperature or direct sunlight Ejecting the Disc Tray To eject the disc tray press the eject button on the CD ROM drive You can eject the disc tray even when the computer is off 2 28 CD ROM Eject Button Becting the Disc Tray Adding Memory Your computer is equipped with 8 MB of EDO random access memory RAM You can increase the amount of RAM up to 64 MB Refer to Chapter 4 Options or to the installation instructions that come with optional memory for further information Caution TI does not warrant the use of non TI memory TI will not be held responsible for problems or degradation of performance incurred by using any memory other than TI memory described in this document 2 29 Using the Keyboard The computer has many special keys but most of them depend on an application for their functionality Special Keys The following keys have special functions at the command level of MS DOS and within many programs Ctri Pause Stops a command or application primarily used to stop the screen from scrolling pressing any other key resumes the execution of the command or application Shift Prt Sc Sends the contents of the screen to the printer port prints only text characters unless you have run the GRAPHICS COM utility to enable printing graphics Cti Break Terminates the current command or application Cti P Se
45. raveling with the Computer Prepanng the Computer Prepare the computer as if you were taking it home Be sure the battery in the computer is charged Airport security often requires you to turn on your computer when bringing it to the gate area What To Bring with You Bring the following items with you AC adapter Q Modular bay accessories Spare fully charged battery packs u Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Q The printed users manual Special Considerations In addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling L Always take the computer as carry on luggage Have the computer inspected by hand Do not put the computer through a security X ray machine or a metal detector 6 8 Traveling Intematioonally with the Compute Preparing the Computer Prepare the computer as you would normally prepare it for traveling What To Bring with You Bring the following items with you Q Q m u AC adapter Power cords that are appropriate to the country to which you are traveling Modular bay accessories Spare fully charged battery packs Additional printer driver files if you plan to use another printer Proof of purchase in case you need to show it to Customs officials The printed User s Manual Special Considerations Follow the same special considerations as when travelin
46. ripheral Devices Only peripherals input output devices terminals printers etc certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission to operate this computer FCC Notice Use Conditions This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Notice Canadian Users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Remarque a l intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respected toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada Duracell Notice The Texas Instruments Extensa 600 and 605 are designed to use a Duracell DR35S or DR201 Rechargeable Battery Texas Instruments participates in the Duracell pro link program If you would like to purchase additional batteries please call the Authorized Duracell Purchase Hotline at 1 800 603 8225 Ifyou have questions about battery performance recycling a
47. stall Demo icon 3 When the Uninstall window appears you can choose a complete or partial uninstall If you want to keep some parts of the demo you can deselect those parts then click on OK To uninstall the entire demo click on the large uninstall button then click on OK 2 5 Using the Brightness and Contrast Contols 2 6 You can adjust the screen brightness and contrast levels using hot keys Note The hot keys for brightness and contrast are continuous keys They will adjust as long as you hold them down Brightness Contol Contrast Control Press Fn T and Fn to increase and decrease the brightness of the display respectively The brighter the screen the more power is used during battery operation Press Fn and Fn lt to increase and decrease the contrast of the display respectively The higher the contrast setting the more power is used during battery operation Tuming the Speakers On and Off Your computer comes with 16 bit stereo audio Two built in speakers are located near the LCD hinges Built in Speakers You can turn the built in speakers on and off using a hot key Speaker Press Fn End to toggle the speaker On Off output on and off You can also enable or disable the speaker from your Setup screen The setting in Setup deteremines whether the speakers are enabled when you reboot or turn on your computer Pressing Fn End overrides the setting
48. t AC adapter to another outlet Computerpowerison O Adjust contrast and brightness but sc reen is blank control O0 The LCD standby timer in Setup is enabled and has expired Press any key or move the mouse O Computer set for external monitor cycle power use Fn F12 to switch to LCD panel display or plug in an external monitor Computer indicates O Turn the computer off wait several an enorat startup seconds then turn the computer on again If error persists check list of error messages for corrective action Press Fn F1 to ensure all settings are correct 7 3 Startup Enor Messages Disk drive A enor Drive A is present but fails the BIOS POST disk tests LJ Enter Setup and check that the drive is defined with the proper disk type Extended RAM Failed at 0 Extended memory is not working or offset nnnn configured properly at offset nnnn LJ Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Failing Bits nnnn The nnnn is a map of the bits at the RAM address which failed the memory test LJ Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Fixed Disk 0 Failure Q Hard disk drive is not working or not configured properly Fixed Disk Contoller Failure 0 Run Setup to check if the hard disk drive type is correctly identified try setting this to Auto Incorrect Drive A type L The disk drive type is not correctly identified in Setup LJ Run Setup and set the correct disk drive type 7
49. the new hard disk drive from its antistatic bag The old hard disk drive should be stored in the antistatic bag 7 Insert the replacement hard disk drive into the bay with the release tab facing up Slide the hard disk drive all the way in until you feel it engage with a slight click Bottom View Inserting a Hard Disk Drive Using Disk Drives 8 Replace the hard disk drive cover by aligning the release tab with the alignment mark on the computer and then seat the cover into the slot making sure the back edge of the cover is flush with the computer Make sure the bottom of the cover is also flush with the computer Alignment Mark N pe Aligning the Hard Disk Drive Bay Cover 9 Slide the hard disk drive bay cover to the left until the release tab snaps into place Alignment Mark N I gt O lt Side left Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Bay Cover 2 23 Using Disk Drives 2 24 Configuring the New Hard Disk Drive The process you follow to configure the new hard disk drive mirrors the process you used to back up the old hard disk drive Load the Operating System Use the floppy disk backup of the operating system to install the operating system onto the new hard disk drive Load the Backup Software After loading the operating system load the software you used to back up the data fr
50. ts the computer to echo keystrokes to the printer prints a line when you press Enter continues until you press Ctrl P again 2 30 Using the Keyboard Cti Alt Del Terminates all programs reloads MS DOS and executes the AUTOEXEC file also called warm start or warm F2 Loads the ROM based Setup when during POST pressed during POST power on self test at system startup Fn Fl1 Brings up the Setup screen anytime Fn F2 Invokes OV Suspend Fn F3 Invokes Standby Fn F4 Invokes Standby Fn F6 Toggles the scroll lock function ON and OFF When ON the screen moves one line up and down when you press the up and down keys Fn F7 Toggles the NumLock function ON and OFF The internal keypad is activated when NumLock is ON When off the internal keypad can be accessed when a keypad number is pressed with the Fn key 2 31 Using the Keyboard Fn F11 Turns the LCD backlight off blanks the screen Press any key to turn it back on Fn F12 Toggles the screen output between the LCD external CRT or both SIMULSCAN Fn T Enables disables the internal touchpad Fn t Adjusts the brightness up Fn Adjusts the brightness down Fn gt Adjusts the contrast brighter Fn Adjusts the contrast darker Fn nd Toggles the speaker on and off 2 32 Using the Keyboard Windows 95 Keys The keyboard also has two Windows 95 specific keys that allow you to perform special functions under Windows 95 Windows logo ke
51. unning the following programs before backing up the files UJ ScanDisk checks for damaged files OQ Defrag eliminated fragmentation in files An anti virus program use the anti virus software you have to check your files for computer virus infection Using Disk Drives Bac king Up the Operating System on Hoppy Disk If you have not already done so you need to make a full backup of your operating system onto floppy disks Windows 95 requires approximately 30 floppy disks MS DOS and Windows for Workgroups require approximately 17 floppy disks Back Up Your Programs and Personal Data The amount of programs and data on the old hard disk drive may prohibit backing up to floppy disk so you may need another way to back up the remaining information on the old hard disk drive Use one of the following ways to back up the programs and data Another computer Use TranXit software to back up the data to another computer If you do this make sure you created a TranXit disk when backing up the operating system U Server If your computer is connected to a network back up the data to a server 2 19 Using Disk Drives AX 2 20 L Tape Drive If you have a tape drive connected to a PC card you can back up to tape If you do this ensure you have the original floppy disks for the backup programs otherwise you need to back up the tape backup programs to a floppy disk UL MSBACKUP If
52. with a key generates the characters shown in the following figure OQU OUOU OLOLLO J BG BUVUL I E UvSBVeSvLLI UU BU VL Dee Je jel oO ORAE Num Lock On with Shift If you press and hold Fn in this mode the keypad generates their normal characters Num Lock Off When the Num Lock indicator is OFF the keyboard acts as normal Pressing Fn with a key generates the same characters shown in the previous figure Num Lock On with Shift 2 35 Using Connectors and Ports This section provides a description of connectors and ports on the rear and left side panel of the Extensa notebook computer Parallel VGA PC Card PS Ports 3o DC In Connects the AC adapter output connector to this jack to recharge the battery and supply power to the computer Caution Use only the supplied AC adapter with your computer Other adapters can cause serious damage to the electronic circuits 2 36 Using Connectors and Ports C p N Z IOIOI Line out Line in Microphone in Serial 9 pin Parallel 25 pin Extemal Monitor 15 pin Connects to a line out device such as headphones or amplified speakers Connects to a line in device such as a synthesizer stereo w
53. y Start button Combinations with this key performs special functions Below are a few examples Windows logo key Tab Activates next Taskbar button Windows logo key E Explore My Computer Windows logo key F Find Document Windows logo key M Minimize All Windows logo key R Display Run dialog box Application key Displays the application s context menu same as a right click Please refer to your Windows 95 manual for more information on these Windows 95 specific keys and their functions 2 33 Using the Intemal Numeric Keypad The keyboard has an embedded keypad that provides the same functions as the discrete numeric keypad on an AT enhanced keyboard The embedded numeric keypad keys shown in the following figure generate AT keypad characters and functions when pressed in conjunction with Num Lock Fn and Shift The embedded numeric keypad has two modes you can enter by toggling Num Lock Fn F7 as signaled by the Num Lock indicator ON or OFF Num Lock On When the Num Lock indicator is on pressing a key generates the characters shown in the following figure OOOO mim It eooe OUCH OSL JIVE BU DOOD E OS SSS Num Lock On 2 34 Using the Intemal Numeric Keypad Pressing Shift
54. y from Texas Instruments To secure your computer follow these steps 1 Wrap the cable of a portable computer Kensington security lock optional around a table desk drawer handle or any immovable object 2 Insert the lock into the notch at the rear of the computer 3 Turn the key to secure the lock 4 Remove the key from the lock Securing the Computer Using the AC Adapte DC Connector Female Connector A Male Plug p AC Adapter AC Charges the internal battery pack and Adapter operates the computer on AC power whether or not a battery pack is installed The AC adapter can be operated anywhere where the outlet supplies between 100 240 volts AC at 50 60 Hz The AC adapter has a detachable AC power cord Caution Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer Another adapter can damage your computer and create a safety hazard 1 11 2 Using Your Computer Before beginning this chapter ensure you have read and understood Chapter 1 Chapter 2 describes how to start and use your Extensa notebook computer Contents Starting the Computer uscsn 9 cscucsseesanchsedeens 2 3 Running the Demo Program eeee0 2 4 Contents of the Demo Program 2 4 Running the Demo Program 2 4 Deleting the Demo Program 2 5 Using the Brightness and Contrast CONUIOIS nseries oti a 2 6 Turning the Speakers On and O
55. you must back up data to floppy disks use the MSBACKUP program that is part of your operating system Be sure to use the same version of MSBACKUP that you plan to use when you restore the files on the new hard disk drive Different versions of MSBACKUP are incompatible Replacing your Hard Disk Drive Follow the steps below to remove and install the hard disk drive Caution Turn off the notebook computer before removing or installing a hard disk drive 1 Turn off the computer Disconnect the AC adapter and remove any batteries 2 Disconnect external devices such as keyboard or monitor and remove all PC cards 3 Turn the computer over and locate the hard disk drive bay cover Using Disk Drives 4 Locate the release tab on the bottom side of the hard disk drive bay cover While pressing slightly on the release tab slide the cover to the right and set aside nh Bottom View Removing the Hard Disk Drive Bay Cover 5 While lifting up the hard disk drive release tab with your fingernails on the front of the hard disk drive module use both finger grip areas to pull the module out of the computer The following illustrations shows the bottom view for clarity Release Finger PP Finger Grip Area pS Grip Area C Hard Disk Drive i Bottom View 2 21 Using Disk Drives Y BP Release Tab Bottom View Removing a Hard Disk Drive 6 Remove
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