Components and Operations
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The ROM BIOS Power On Self-Test (POST)
Each time the computer powers on, BIOS automatically performs a self-test of its
memory and hardware devices.
Timeout/Standby/Wake up
In Windows Control Panel Power Options you may set preferred options. If
timeouts are set, the sequences of function are as follows:
•
Normal
→
Timeout (Monitor, HDD)
→
Touch screen or any key
→
Wake up (Normal)
•
Normal
→
Timeout (Standby, Hibernate)
→
Power button
→
Wake up
(Normal)
Directly press sleep button or power button the functions are as follows:
•
Normal
→
Sleep button
→
Standby
(also locks all function keys & touch
screen)
→
Power button
→
Wake up (Normal)
•
Normal
→
Power button
→
Standby/Hibernate/Shut down/etc.
(dependents on power button setting)
Note: Timeout/Standby works under both AC adapter and battery mode.
Some functions may not work under Windows NT or other non-Windows
operating systems.
Shutdown
The following procedure is recommended in shutting down the computer:
1.
Save any work you want to keep.
2.
Make sure none of the disk drives are active (HDD, FDD, and CD-ROM
drive).
3.
Remove any diskettes, CD-ROMs, or other media.
4.
Follow the shut down procedure of your Operating System.
Failure to shut down the computer properly may result in loss of data or hardware
damages.
Automatic shut down is activated at battery exhaust. Be sure to finish your work
and save all your data when the battery low warning appears.
