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Trouble with Display

See the

Adjusting Display

in Chapter 2 or

External Display

in Chapter 5.

Question: Why is the screen blank?

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Press any key to see if any power management feature has turned off the screen to
save power.

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See the power indicator to check whether your computer is turned on.

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If you are using a battery pack, make sure it is correctly installed and has a charge
remaining.

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Make sure the LCD screen is selected as the display by pressing

Fn+F5

( ).

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Check whether the display is on by pressing

Fn+F11

( ).

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If you still have the problem after trying the above, follow the steps in

Why doesn't

the keyboard or the glide pad function?

Question: Why does the external monitor display nothing or the image on
it distorted?

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Confirm the monitor is turned on.

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Confirm the monitor is connected correctly.

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Make sure an external monitor is selected as the display by pressing

Fn+F5

( ).

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If you use

to change the display, the image may be distorted.

Press

( ) again to return the previous display and use

Display Properties

dialog box to change it again. (Refer to Chapter 5.)

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Make sure the value of the

Screen resolution

in the

Settings

tab of the

Display

Properties

is same as or lower than the resolution of the external monitor.

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Make sure the external monitor is not near any electric devices having strong
magnetic fields such as a TV set or radio.

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Do not share an outlet with a TV set or radio.

Question: Why can’t I change the display with Fn+F5 ( ) keys?

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When playing the animation or game,

( ) key combination may not work.

Close the currently running application.

Summary of Contents for PC-TN1 Series

Page 1: ...ON PC TN1 Series OPERATION MANUAL 2003 SHARP CORPORATION PRINTED IN JAPAN TINSE3591ACZZ DIC13th 641 C100 M60 Y0 K0 DIC 582 Black C0 M0 Y0 PK100 0 09x Page 2 140P 6 3mm NOTEBOOK COMPUTER PC TN1 Series OPERATION MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...etermined by turning the equipments off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV tec...

Page 3: ...pany The modem jack of this equipment complies with Sub part F of Part 68 of FCC rules The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call In most but not all areas the sum of the RENs should not exceed five 5 0 To be certain of the number of devi...

Page 4: ...e number of the sending machine or such business other entity or individual The telephone number provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long distance transmission charges To program this information refer to the manual of the communication software Warning This product utilizes tin lead solder and fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury...

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Page 6: ... your computer from an extremely cold place to an extremely warm place A temperature difference of more than 10 C 18 F will cause condensation inside the unit which may cause damage Do not block or cover slots or openings on the cabinet These protect your computer from overheating Do not place your computer on an unstable or uneven work surface Care must be taken for children not to swallow the ta...

Page 7: ... it with other equipment Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen Turn off your computer and disconnect the AC power cord before cleaning Battery Precautions CAUTION DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER DISCARD USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER S INSTRUCTIONS Handling Never put the batter...

Page 8: ...sic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons including the followings Do not use this product near water for example near a bath tub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric sh...

Page 9: ...e left side of the display Be sure to keep the magnetic cards or floppy disks away from the left side of your computer Otherwise the data on the cards or floppy disks may be erased Your computer also has a sensor on the left side of the keyboard which responses to the magnet If you bring the magnet near the left side of the keyboard the backlight may turn off and the system may enter the standby o...

Page 10: ...responsibility directly or indirectly for financial losses or claims from third persons resulting from the use of this product and any of its functions such as stolen credit card numbers the loss of or alteration of stored data etc Edition 1st Edition October 2003 Copyright 2003 SHARP Corporation This document contains or refers to proprietary information which is protected by copyright All rights...

Page 11: ... reference please record the following information in the spaces provided below Model Number Serial Number Date of purchase Dealer s Name Place of purchase Password The serial number is printed on a sticker located on the bottom of your computer ...

Page 12: ...ace Press Enter to continue When two or more keys are pressed simultaneously the key labels are separated by a plus sign Restart your computer by pressing Ctrl Alt Delete Sample Entries are shown in lower cases of different typeface c windows sytems Words Texts on Screen such as window titles or possible parameters are italicized Double click this icon to display the Power Options Properties dialo...

Page 13: ...n Your Computer 1 3 Setting Up Windows 1 5 Turning Off Your Computer 1 7 Basic Operations Choosing Power Source 2 1 Resetting System 2 3 Using Glide Pad 2 4 Using Keyboard 2 6 Controlling Volume 2 7 Adjusting Display 2 8 Sharing Your Computer 2 10 Tablet Mode Rotating Your Computer Display 3 1 Using Tablet Pen 3 5 Adjusting Screen Orientation 3 10 Using Programmable Button 3 12 Battery and Power M...

Page 14: ...ash Card 5 15 Printer 5 19 IEEE1394 Device 5 20 Communication Functions Built in Modem 6 1 LAN Unit 6 4 Wireless LAN 6 9 Network Setup Utility 6 13 Setup Utility Running Setup Utility 7 1 Main Menu 7 3 Advanced Menu 7 4 Security Menu 7 4 Boot Menu 7 6 Exit Menu 7 7 Appendixes Memory Module A 1 Maintenance and Care A 4 Re installation Instructions A 7 Troubleshooting Index ...

Page 15: ...your computer may be slightly different depending on the model Front PEN EJE CT LCD Screen 2 8 3 10 Keyboard 2 6 Glide Pad 2 4 Programmable Buttons 3 12 Status Indicators Antenna Indicator 6 9 Battery Indicator 2 1 4 3 Power Indicator 1 4 2 1 Hard Disk Caps Lock Scroll Lock Num Lock Windows Security Button 3 12 A N ...

Page 16: ...lot 5 15 PC Card Slot 5 11 Pen Eject Switch 3 8 Power Switch 1 4 Pen Housing 3 7 USB Ports 5 3 10 19 External Monitor Port 5 6 LAN Jack 6 4 IEEE1394 Connector 5 20 AC Adapter Jack 1 3 Security Slot A 4 Modem Jack 6 2 Microphone Jack 5 9 Headphone Audio Output Jack 5 8 9 ...

Page 17: ...xvi Bottom R E S E T Battery Pack 4 1 Reset Switch 2 3 Ventilation Openings v Speaker ...

Page 18: ... quickly as possible Read this chapter first Installing Battery Pack Your computer is powered with either the rechargeable battery pack or AC power source See the next chapter for more information on the power sources Before starting to use your computer for the first time follow these instructions 1 Place your computer with the bottom up on a stable work surface ...

Page 19: ...attery compartment by matching the projected parts of the battery with the notched parts on your computer 3 Push the battery pack until it is locked into the place 4 Turn your computer over and go to the next section Projected Part Notched Part ...

Page 20: ...hen using your computer for the first time be sure to operate it on AC power If on battery power instead you may not be able to complete the Windows setup if the battery does not have enough power 1 Plug the AC adapter cable to the AC adapter jack on your computer Do not insert into the headphone audio jack or the microphone jack 2 Plug the AC power cord into the AC adapter 3 Plug the AC power cor...

Page 21: ...w position 2 Slide the power switch located on the right side of your computer backward you to turn it on When you power on your computer the power indicator turns green your computer goes through a self test to detect any problems and Windows setup process starts See the next section Hook Power Indicator Power Switch ...

Page 22: ...urn off your computer until completing Windows setup If you turn it off you cannot set up Windows later Be sure to connect your computer to AC power source An undercharged battery may not be able to complete the Windows setup Do not connect any peripheral devices to your computer until the Windows setup completes Otherwise your computer may malfunction If the display turns off some power managemen...

Page 23: ...Click start All Programs 2 Click Tablet PC Tablet PC Tutorials Properties Dialog Box in Windows In this manual you will often see the expression XXX Properties dialog box The dialog box is a window containing text boxes check boxes buttons etc with which you can send commands to Windows or other applications To open the properties dialog boxes click start Control Panel The Control Panel has two ty...

Page 24: ...r in Advanced tab of Power Options Properties dialog box If you have not saved a file a dialog box will appear asking whether you want to save it Do not turn off or reset your computer while the hard disk indicator or the indicator on the optional external floppy disk drive unit or the external optical drive unit is lit Doing so may damage or even wipe out the data Before turning it on back wait a...

Page 25: ...ensuring that the LCD faces down and is aligned with the base cabinet and then lock it with the hook Be sure that the display cover and the base cabinet are aligned vertically before locking it Trying to lock forcedly with the LCD placed out of alignment will damage the hook Hook ...

Page 26: ...ck is supplied with your computer See Chapter 4 for the battery information About Power Indicators The following indicators show the power status of your computer Indicator Light Meaning On green Operating Blinking green In System Standby Power Off Powered off or in System Hibernate On green Fully charged On orange Being charged Connected to AC Power Source Blinking orange In abnormal state Remove...

Page 27: ...e AC adapter provides power for operation and charges the battery The AC input voltage can range from 100 to 240 volts so that you can use your computer with the appropriate plug adapter The AC power cord included with your computer is appropriate for the voltage used in the area in which you purchased your computer If you attempt to connect your computer to a wall outlet other than in this area c...

Page 28: ...sing the Ctrl Alt Del keys simultaneously or the windows security button on the right side of the display and select Applications tab of Windows Task Manager dialog box Click the name of the program hanging up then End Task If this does not work select the current log in user in Users tab and click Disconnect or Logoff then Yes Power Switch You can turn off your computer with the power switch if y...

Page 29: ... Using Glide Pad Take a moment to become familiar with how the glide pad works Place Your Fingertip Place your left or right hand next to the glide pad resting your wrist naturally in a relaxed manner Place your thumb or finger on the glide pad Move Your Fingertip The rectangular pad of the glide pad acts like a miniature duplicate of the display As you slide your fingertip across the pad in prima...

Page 30: ...the button when the item reaches its destination Or you can tap the pad twice and hold it instead of pressing the left button in the step 2 Scroll You can scroll through information in a list or in a document by using the glide pad To view information vertically place your finger on the most right part of the glide pad and slide your finger up and down To view horizontally place your finger on the...

Page 31: ...et specific system parameters This combination is sometimes referred to as hot keys Fn F1 Turns the wireless LAN antennas on and off Fn F5 Rotates display mode between LCD only an external monitor only and both when connecting an external monitor Fn F6 Decreases the LCD screen brightness Fn F7 Increases the LCD screen brightness Fn F11 Turns the LCD screen on and off Fn F12 Forces your computer in...

Page 32: ...symbol on the taskbar When the symbol is not on the taskbar check the box of Place volume icon in the taskbar in the step 3 If you want to control the output volume of each source individually 1 Click start Control Panel 2 Click Sounds Speech and Audio Devices then Sounds and Audio Devices If Classic view is selected double click Sounds and Audio Devices icon 3 In Volume tab of the Sounds and Audi...

Page 33: ...s tab 2 Select the number of the colors in the Color quality and select the resolution in the Screen resolution Refer to the table below 3 Click OK then Yes Available Resolutions and Colors Resolution Number of Colors 800 x 600 64K 16M 2 1024 x 768 64K 16M 2 1280 x 1024 1 64K 16M 1400 x 1050 1 64K 16M 1600 x 1200 1 64K 16M 1 Can be chosen for an external monitor only when it is capable of the list...

Page 34: ...rted Rotating Image on Screen You can adjust the screen orientation depending on the usage situation Refer to Adjusting Screen Orientation section in Chapter 3 Changing Wallpaper and Setting Screen Saver You can enjoy various desktop patterns or screen savers Changing Wallpaper 1 In the Display Properties dialog box select Desktop tab 2 Select appropriate wallpaper in Background field 3 Click OK S...

Page 35: ... Center in start menu for more details 6 Close User Accounts dialog box then the Control Panel If more than one user account are set to your computer you must select your account when logging on Windows Log off Your Computer Log off is useful because you do not have to turn off your computer when you finish your task and pass your computer to another person There are two ways to log off your compu...

Page 36: ...omputer with the user account Unnecessary password setting can cause trouble in starting the system Your computer distinguish between upper and lower cases for user passwords Setting Password 1 Click start Control Panel 2 Click User Accounts If Classic view is selected double click User Accounts icon 3 Select the account to be set a password You will only have this option if you log onto your comp...

Page 37: ...strators group can change the password of another user account 4 Type the current password If you are changing another user s password skip this step 5 Type a new password 6 Type the new password again to confirm it 7 If necessary type a password hints word to remember the password you set 8 Click Change Password 9 Close the User Accounts dialog box then the Control Panel window Deleting Password ...

Page 38: ...emove Password If you log on your computer as a member of the Computer administrators group and want to delete the password of another user account just click Remove Password 5 Close the User Accounts dialog box then the Control Panel window ...

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Page 40: ...n on the taskbar Tap the Change tablet and pen settings icon Properties or just double tap the icon With the Control Panel 1 Tap start Control Panel 2 Tap Printers and Other Hardware Tablet and Pen Settings in the Category view or double tap Tablet and Pen Settings icon in the Classic view Rotating Your Computer Display Your computer display unit rotates 180 degrees and folds down to cover the key...

Page 41: ...rotating the display 2 Hold the front left part of the cabinet with your left hand and the right side of the display with your right hand then softly rotate the display 180 degrees clockwise until it is set into place Be sure to slowly turn the display in the proper direction Never rotate it with excessive force or speed Otherwise your computer may be damaged Watch for your fingers when rotating t...

Page 42: ...ing Your Computer in Tablet Mode When you use your computer holding it in your arm Do not cover the ventilation openings Otherwise the heated air from the openings may scald your hands or arms Disconnect the AC adapter and any peripherals connected by the cords Care should be taken when using a protruding PC card such as a wireless LAN card from the card slot of your computer Pressure onto the car...

Page 43: ...hen rotating the display 2 Hold the cabinet with one hand and the display with other hand then rotate the display 180 degrees counterclockwise until it is set into place Be sure to slowly turn the display in the proper direction Never rotate it with excessive force or speed Otherwise your computer may be damaged Watch for your fingers when rotating the display 3 Set the display in comfortable view...

Page 44: ...or movement Do not operate your computer with the tablet pen on any metallic object or near to electric devices such as radio base relay station antennas some information technology devices producing strong electromagnetic noise such as certain CRT monitors etc Your computer and tablet pen may not function properly due to radio interference Handling Tablet Pen Do not use the pen for other purpose ...

Page 45: ... tale switch and pen button when stored It may result in malfunction or deterioration of the pen Never subject the pen to sudden shocks or extreme vibration Be sure not to drop or shake the pen Do not use alcohol benzene thinner or other strong chemical agents for cleaning the pen Use a dry cloth Care must be taken for children not to swallow the pen tip Replacing Tip of Tablet Pen The tablet pen ...

Page 46: ...stops Inserting or Ejecting Tablet Pen The provided tablet pen can be stored in the pen housing on the right side of your computer Be sure to store the tablet pen in the pen housing to protect it from damage when you are not using it Inserting Insert the tablet pen with the tip first straight into the pen housing until you can hear the clicking sound PEN EJE CT Tip Replacing Tool Pen Tip Pen Housi...

Page 47: ... and the pen tip Selecting Items with Pen To click an item as you would with the left button of the mouse tap the item with the tip of the pen To double click an item as you would with the left button of the mouse tap the item twice with the tip of the pen To right click an item as you would with the right button of the mouse tap the item with the tip of the pen while pressing and holding the pen ...

Page 48: ...el icon on the left side of the taskbar Refer to Help of Input Panel for more information To open the Help menu 1 Tap Tools button located on the title bar of the Input Panel 2 Tap Help Help Topics Windows Journal Windows Journal is also an input tool installed on your computer allowing you to take notes on the screen in your handwriting just like on paper To run Windows Journal tap start All Prog...

Page 49: ... calibrate the pen to accurately align the cursor with the pen tip Follow these instructions 1 Open Tablet and Pen Settings dialog box 2 In Calibration field on Settings tab select an orientation from the pull down menu then tap Calibrate button The calibration screen will appear 3 Tap the cross hair each time it appears then tap OK button 4 Tap OK button Adjusting Screen Orientation You can adjus...

Page 50: ...e of the programmable buttons Refer to the Using Programmable Button section With the Change tablet and pen settings icon 1 Tap the icon on the taskbar 2 Tap Change screen orientation Each time you tap Change screen orientation you will step to the next choice The choices in order are Primary portrait Secondary landscape Secondary portrait and Primary landscape You can change the switch order with...

Page 51: ...n Tablet and Pen Settings dialog box tap Display tab 2 Select an appropriate view from Orientation pull down menu 3 Tap OK Using Programmable Button Your computer provides a Windows security button and four programmable buttons located on the right side of the display You can have settings of the programmable buttons for applications individually as well as each user PE N EJE CT Windows Security B...

Page 52: ...condary landscape Secondary portrait and Primary landscape To change the order refer to the With the Change tablet and pen settings icon section on page 3 11 Configuring Programmable Button The programmable buttons can be assigned to selected actions depending on applications The settings of the buttons can be also changed for various user accounts Use Programmable Buttons Enhanced Utility for the...

Page 53: ... individually as well as all together Refer to Disabling Auto Switching section later in this chapter Always show the balloon allows the programmable button settings box to always display on the screen or not Refer to Programmable Button Settings Box section Settings allows you to add new settings or modify or delete the registered ones About shows the Programmable Buttons Enhanced Utility version...

Page 54: ...repeat the step 4 to 8 If not go to the next step 9 Tap OK Modifying Setting To modify the settings of the registered application s 1 Tap the Programmable Buttons Enhanced Utility icon on the taskbar 2 Select Settings 3 In Settings of Programmable Buttons Enhanced Utility dialog box select the application in Name column you want to change and then tap Edit button Set Button Actions dialog box will...

Page 55: ... To delete the settings of the registered application s 1 Tap the Programmable Buttons Enhanced Utility icon on the taskbar 2 Select Settings 3 In Settings of Programmable Buttons Enhanced Utility dialog box select the application in Name column to be deleted and tap Delete button 4 Tap Yes then OK button Disabling Auto Switching When you don t like the programmable button settings to change autom...

Page 56: ...able Buttons Enhanced Utility menu Programmable Button Settings Box You have a programmable button settings box on the screen with button action icons and names inside identifying the active functions of the programmable buttons To change the arrangement of the button icons when the screen image is rotated check the box of Automatically rearrange the button icons to suit the screen orientations in...

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Page 58: ...r management is active See the next section for power management To keep the battery life long Condition the battery pack if the actual remaining power in your battery is less than what Windows Power Meter indicates See Conditioning Battery Pack section in this chapter Turn off your computer when you are not using it The duration of the battery depends on your computer usage Using applications whi...

Page 59: ...ong use it may take longer to be fully charged Checking Battery Level You can check the battery level by placing the pointer on the battery icon powered on battery or AC plug icon powered on AC power and charging the battery pack on the taskbar or double clicking one of these icons or powered on AC power to open the Power Meter dialog box If the battery is fully charged remaining capacity level wi...

Page 60: ...ill tell you when the battery drops to the specified level and your computer will go on System standby System hibernate or shut down automatically To set Windows battery alarm 1 In the Power Options Properties dialog box select Alarms tab 2 Set the battery level at which the alarms are activated We recommend you set Critical battery alarm to 5 or more and Low battery alarm to more than the value o...

Page 61: ... on your computer while charging the battery pack Do not connect your computer to a wall outlet while discharging the battery The conditioning will be cancelled Repeated charging and discharging or long term storage of the battery pack cause battery deterioration In this case replace the battery pack with a new one Changing Battery Pack When the battery pack is repeatedly charged and discharged or...

Page 62: ...o the left and hold it then pull out the battery pack 4 Insert a new battery pack into your computer by matching the projected parts of the battery with the notched parts on your computer 5 Push the battery pack until you hear the clicking sound 6 Turn your computer over Battery Stopper Notched Part Battery Release Lever Projected Part ...

Page 63: ...elected double click Power Options icon Note that the power management may not seem to function when you are using an application program that accesses the hard disk periodically Stopping Power Supply to Hard Disk 1 In the Power Options Properties dialog box select Power Schemes tab 2 Set Turn off hard disks to an appropriate value and click OK 3 Close the Control Panel window Stopping Power Suppl...

Page 64: ...fice Desk Using Battery Performance state will be chosen based on CPU demand Using AC Power Performance state will be chosen based on CPU demand Portable Laptop Using Battery Performance state will be chosen based on CPU demand Using AC Power Performance state will be chosen based on CPU demand Presentation Using Battery Uses liner performance reduction as battery discharges Using AC Power Always ...

Page 65: ... few essential components Your system enters and resumes from System standby per the conditions mentioned later In System standby the power indicator blinks green To resume from System standby operate your computer again System hibernate saves the current condition of your computer in part of the hard disk and turns off your computer Your system enters and resumes from System hibernate per the con...

Page 66: ...ct Power Schemes tab 2 From the pull down menus of System standby or and System hibernates select the elapsed time before your computer automatically enters System standby hibernate 3 Click OK then close the Control Panel window Entering System Standby Hibernate Your computer enters System standby hibernate in each of the following cases You select Stand By or Hibernate which will replace Stand By...

Page 67: ...mputer field 3 Click OK then close the Control Panel window If Ask me what to do is selected in the step 2 of You slide the power switch or You press Fn F12 the Turn off computer dialog box will appear when you slide the power switch or Fn F12 key combination You can select System standby or System hibernate at that timing The battery level is low The above functions if you set the alarm on Window...

Page 68: ...devices shown on the next page For connection refer to the section explaining each device or contact your dealer Be sure to turn off your computer and the peripheral devices before connecting them except when inserting a PC card or a CF card or connecting USB devices an IEEE 1394 device etc Confirm the peripheral device you will connect is Windows XP compatible Some devices have to be turned on af...

Page 69: ...Connector Shape Connector name Connector shape USB Port IEEE1394 Connector External Monitor Port Headphone Audio Output Jack Microphone Jack Headphone Audio Output Jack USB Ports Microphone Jack IEEE1394 Connector External Monitor Port ...

Page 70: ...nit It may cause the drive to malfunction Connect the floppy disk drive unit cable to either of the USB ports on the right side of your computer Be sure to let the USB mark side up when connecting the cable to your computer Handling Floppy Disks Do not open the shutter and touch the disk inside otherwise you will not be able to read or write data to the disk Do not place floppy disks near magnets ...

Page 71: ...rce when inserting the floppy disk If you have difficulty inserting or removing disks seek the assistance of an authorized service technician Do not touch the disk while reading writing data It may cause malfunction of your computer and the drive Ejecting Floppy Disk Before ejecting the floppy disk make sure the indicator of the floppy disk drive unit is not lit Press the eject button firmly The d...

Page 72: ...Start to start formatting When you format a floppy disk all data previously stored on the disk is lost You cannot format a double density 2DD 720KB floppy disk Removing Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit To remove the unit you need to perform the following steps before you remove it 1 Click Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar 2 Click Safely remove Mitsumi USB Floppy Drive A then Safe ...

Page 73: ... dialog box right click somewhere on the Windows desktop and select Properties from the pop up menu Connecting External Monitor 1 Turn off your computer and the external monitor 2 Open the cover on the right side of your computer 3 Connect one end of your external monitor cable to the external monitor port of the right side of your computer and the other to your external monitor If the monitor cab...

Page 74: ...treme Graphics tab then click Graphic Properties 3 Select an output display you want to view the image and click OK 4 Click OK three times You can also switch the display with Fn F5 While playing video or animation you may not be able to switch the display Disconnecting External Monitor 1 Turn off your computer and the external monitor 2 Loosen the screws of the monitor cable if it has and remove ...

Page 75: ...f your computer Connecting Audio Equipment You can connect analog audio equipment to the audio output jack on the rear side of your computer You can adjust the output volume on Windows by clicking the speaker symbol on the taskbar White Red LINE IN R LINE IN L Headphone Audio Output Jack Headphone Audio Output Jack Speakers with an Amplifier Stereo Mini Plug Stereo Mini Plug Analog Audio Cable ...

Page 76: ...icrophone connected to the microphone jack Use an electret condenser microphone with an impedance of 2 2kΩ and an allowable voltage of 2V To record sound 1 Click start then point All Programs Accessories Entertainment 2 Click Sound Recorder 3 See Help for Sound Recorder for more information Headphone Audio Output Jack Microphone Jack Stereo Mini Plug Mini Plug ...

Page 77: ...ected to your computer the appropriate driver is automatically installed If the driver is not installed correctly you will see the message on the screen In this case install the driver with the instructions on the screen To remove USB devices you may need to perform the following instructions before you remove them 1 Click Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar If you cannot find the icon clic...

Page 78: ...ng PC card such as wireless networking card Do not give force to the card Do not carry your computer with the card inserted When a new card is correctly inserted the appropriate driver is automatically installed If the driver is not installed correctly you will see the message on the screen In this case install the PC card driver by following the instructions on the screen 1 Confirm the PC card ej...

Page 79: ...n so that it will pop out from the side of your computer 3 Push the PC card eject button again until the protection card pops out and remove it 4 Push the PC card eject button all the way inside the cabinet for safekeeping Protection Card ...

Page 80: ...er long use Be sure to use the procedure below when ejecting a PC card Otherwise the system may not work properly 1 Click Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar If you cannot find the icon click to show all kinds of icons 2 Click Safely remove xxxx xxxxx is the name of your PC card then Safe To Remove Hardware dialog appears 3 Push the PC card eject button so that it will pop out from the side...

Page 81: ...d pops out and remove it 5 Push the PC card eject button all the way inside the cabinet for safekeeping 6 Insert the protection card CF CARD Be sure to insert the protection card after you finish using the PC card slot to protect the slot from being damaged ...

Page 82: ...orking card Do not give force to the card Do not carry your computer with the card inserted When a new card is correctly inserted the appropriate driver is automatically installed If the driver is not installed correctly you will see the message on the screen In this case install the CF card driver by following the instructions on the screen You can insert a compact flash card without turning off ...

Page 83: ...n so that it will pop out CF CARD CF CARD 3 Push the CF card eject button again until the protection card pops out and remove it CF CARD CF CARD 4 Push the CF card eject button all the way inside the cabinet for safekeeping Protection Card ...

Page 84: ...t Flash Card Some compact flash cards may become hot after long use Be sure to use the procedure below when ejecting a compact flash card Otherwise the system may not work properly 1 Click Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar If you cannot find the icon click to show all kinds of icons 2 Click Safely remove xxxx xxxxx is the name of your compact flash card then Safe To Remove Hardware dialog...

Page 85: ... from the side of your computer CF CARD CF CARD 4 Push the eject button until the inserted compact flash card pops out and remove it CF CARD CF CARD 5 Push the CF card eject button all the way inside the cabinet for safekeeping 6 Insert the protection card CF CARD ...

Page 86: ...ither of the USB ports Before using a printer read the printer manual and install the printer driver Be sure to read the printer manual before connecting the USB printer to your computer Some printers may not use Found New Hardware Wizard to install the printer driver You can connect the USB printer to your computer without turning off your computer USB Port Printer ...

Page 87: ...two or more IEEE1394 compatible devices are connected to your computer in a daisy chain operations and data transactions are possible not only with the equipment that is directly connected but also with other devices via the directly connected device Confirm the IEEE1394 device you will connect is Windows XP compatible Some IEEE1394 devices require that you install drivers before use Use AC power ...

Page 88: ...he screen Generally when you connect the device to your computer the necessary driver will be installed automatically 4 Start the appropriate application for handling your data Disconnecting IEEE1394 Device 1 Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar If you cannot find the icon click to show all kinds of icon If the icon does not appear go to Step 3 2 If the name of your device appears ...

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Page 90: ... your computer is designed only for regular analog telephone lines The modem may be damaged when connected to a digital ISDN terminal or a digital PBX Use TA terminal adapter to connect the built in modem to a digital telephone line If an unusual device is attached to the line you are connecting to the modem may not function properly Remove the device or contact the dealer of the device Before con...

Page 91: ...acks 3 Connect one end of the included modem cable to the modem jack Be sure to insert the modem cable into the modem jack Do not insert into the LAN jack It may damage the LAN jack or the modem cable 4 Connect the other end of the modem cable to the telephone line 5 Turn on your computer Connect the modem to the telephone line directly Do not use a distributor or allotter Modem Jack Cover To Tele...

Page 92: ... tab for the information you set above Clicking New or Edit allows you to make a new location or change the settings Internet Connection Windows XP has a special Internet connection wizard to help you to connect to the Internet with ease 1 Click start Control Panel Network and Internet Connections then Network Connections If Classic view is selected double click Network Connections icon 2 In Netwo...

Page 93: ...N unit and the cables may be damaged Use a category 3 or a category 5 LAN cable when connecting to 10 BASE T LAN and the category 5 only when connecting to 100 BASE TX LAN Connecting Your Computer To LAN 1 Turn off your computer 2 Open the cover on the rear side of your computer To avoid damaging the LAN unit close the cover when nothing is connected to the modem and LAN jacks 3 Connect one end of...

Page 94: ...Properties dialog box set the network setting according to the instruction of your network administrator Make sure to log on your computer as a member of the Computer administrators group Otherwise you cannot set or change some settings for the LAN unit If you cannot access the network 1 Click start Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance then System If Classic view is selected double cl...

Page 95: ...etwork Setup Wizard The Network Setup Wizard dialog box will open 2 Click Next twice When a message The wizard found disconnected network hardware appears With Local Area Connection string displayed in Connections field click Cancel to quit the wizard and confirm the other computer is powered on or the both computers are connected with a cross cable Otherwise check the box of Ignore disconnected n...

Page 96: ...ur Computer Name or Workgroup Name When you need to change your computer name or workgroup name follow these instructions 1 Click start My Computer 2 Click View system information in System Tasks field System Properties dialog box will open 3 Click Computer Name tab and Change button Computer Name Changes dialog box will appear 4 Type the Computer name and the Workgroup in each field and then clic...

Page 97: ...will appear 2 Select Just enable file sharing and click OK 3 Check the box of Share this folder on the network and type the folder name to be shared in Share name field 3 Click OK The icon of the shared folder will be added a sharing mark Copying Shared File 1 Click start Control Panel 2 Click Network and Internet Connections then Network Connections If Classic view is selected double click Networ...

Page 98: ...quipped with wireless networking interface Each computer can communicate directly with other wireless enabled computers The range to give reliable performance and the quality of connection vary depending on the environment where you perform Be sure not to cover the antennas with other objects such as your hands when communicating To communicate through the wireless LAN activate the integrated ante...

Page 99: ...elect Wireless Network Connection then click Change settings of this connection of Network Tasks 4 Double click Internet Protocol TCP IP in This connection uses the following items 5 In Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties dialog box select Use the following IP address and set a unique IP address to 192 168 1 2 through 192 168 1 254 and the Subnet mask to 255 255 255 0 then click OK The IP address ...

Page 100: ...ccess in Available wireless networks in Wireless Network Connection dialog box If the network requires the Network key entered go to Step 4 If it is not set Network key the caution message appears When the network name you want to access does not appear click Advanced tab then Refresh button of Available networks in Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box then click OK 3 When you agree w...

Page 101: ...heck the box of Allow me to connect to the selected wireless network even though it is not secure When the key index of your computer is different from that of the network you cannot access the network Set the same key index with the following steps Note that some access points have the key index options 0 through 3 Refer to the table on the next page for matching 1 Open the Wireless Network Conne...

Page 102: ...nt and follow the instructions below 1 Click start All Programs SHARP Network Setup Utility SHARP Network Setup Utility 2 Click OK 3 Click Set select SHARP icon or Windows icon then click Select icon button 4 Select an icon and click OK Type a network name then click OK The selected icon appears in the Network Setup Utility window It takes a moment to load the network settings You can load up to t...

Page 103: ...the settings Changing Network Settings To change the loaded network settings right click on the icon you want to change the settings in the Network Setup Utility window and click Edit settings in the pop up menu Then edit the settings Deleting Network To delete the loaded network settings right click on the icon you want to delete in the Network Setup Utility window and click Delete setting in the...

Page 104: ...is saved in a special area called CMOS RAM which the system reads every time you turn on your computer Your computer is shipped from the factory with the appropriate setting of the Setup Utility Leave it as default in normal use Contents of the Setup Utility The Setup Utility consists of five menu pages as follows Main Configures basic setting Advanced Configures device interface Security Sets Pas...

Page 105: ...ility is opened power management does not work Do not close the display cover Changing the setting of the Setup Utility To change the settings 1 Use or key to select the menu 2 Use or key to select the item Minus or Space key Changes the value In the item with mark press Enter to open a sub menu Press Esc to close the sub menu and return to the previous menu For date and time press Enter on the it...

Page 106: ... whether the system reduces power consumption while the CPU is idling USB Key Mouse Emulation defines whether USB devices a keyboard or a mouse can be used in DOS mode Quick Boot defines whether the system skips the check of the internal memory while booting to shorten the boot time Quiet Boot defines whether the SHARP logo appears on the screen while booting Video RAM Size shows the minimum size ...

Page 107: ...sables plug play function PCI Configuration normally has to be as default Security Menu Set Supervisor Password defines the supervisor password up to eight characters See the next section about the supervisor password Set User Password defines the user password up to eight characters See the next section about the user password If you lose your password you will be unable to access the computer or...

Page 108: ...e computer with others we recommend that you set both the supervisor and the user password and let others know the user password only If you type the user password when you enter the Setup Utility you can change System Time and System Date of the Main menu Resolution Expansion of the Advanced menu and Set User Password of the Security menu only Setting Password 1 In the Security menu of the Setup ...

Page 109: ...ng Changes is highlighted then press Enter 6 Confirm Yes is highlighted and press Enter The system restarts Boot Menu Boot Sequence specifies where the system boots Press Enter to open the sub menu The system boots from the drive at the top of the list If the system cannot find the drive it will boot from the second one then third one then forth one Use arrow keys to select the drive you want to m...

Page 110: ...ut saving the settings you have changed Load Setup Defaults returns the values of all items to the default To exit select one of the above items Discard Changes returns the values of all items to the values you last saved To exit select one of the above two items Save Changes saves the settings you have changed To exit select one of the above two items ...

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Page 112: ...hing an unpainted metal area Avoid touching the integrated circuits on a memory module Handle all components by the edges Keep the memory module in the anti static wrapping until you are ready to install it 1 Turn off your computer and disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack and peripheral devices See Chapter 4 for removing the battery Make sure to turn off your computer and remove t...

Page 113: ... cover 4 Turn over the sheet and align the memory module as shown below matching the notched part of the module with the projected part of the memory socket of your computer Screws Memory Slot Cover Notched Part Projected Part 20 Memory Module Memory Socket Sheet ...

Page 114: ...e cover with the notched parts of your computer 7 Tighten the screws 8 Replace the battery pack and connect the AC adapter Refer to Chapter 4 for installing the battery pack 9 Open the display cover turn on your computer and check the memory size by clicking start My Computer View system information of System Tasks Your memory size appears at the bottom of the sentence in General tab Share video m...

Page 115: ...released 3 Remove the memory module and follow steps 6 9 of Installing Memory Module Maintenance and Care This appendix provides you with information on how to maintain your computer in excellent working condition Using Security Cable You can connect a security cable into the security slot on the right side of your computer to prevent theft Latches Security Cable Security Slot ...

Page 116: ...on the ventilation openings may cause overheating of your computer Wipe the ventilation openings with a soft dry cloth Cleaning Your Tablet Pen Use either a silicone cloth or if not available a dry cloth for cleaning Do not use volatile liquids such as alcohol thinner or benzine etc Traveling With Your Computer Your computer is designed for portability For safety and convenience when traveling ple...

Page 117: ...sure your computer is not in tablet mode Otherwise the display will be damaged If you carry your computer in a bag try to avoid unnecessary pressure caused by the stuff of the bag to your computer Disconnect the AC adapter from your computer Fully charge the standard battery pack and bring the AC adapter and the AC power cord Avoid sudden shocks or extreme vibration ...

Page 118: ...only authorized for distribution together with a specific computer This License authorizes you to use the Software for disaster recovery purposes only to restore the hard disk image contained on the CD to the computer with which the CD and Software were originally shipped 3 NONPERMITTED USES Without the express permission of PowerQuest you may not a use copy modify alter or transfer electronically...

Page 119: ...EVEN IF POWERQUEST CORPORATION HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES WHETHER SUCH LIABILITY IS BASED ON CONTRACT TORT WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE GROUNDS BECAUSE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU 8 NO WAIVER Any failure by either party to this agreement to en...

Page 120: ...You are required to create the recovery CDs only once Preparation For Re installation The following items are necessary for re installation Via Hard Disk Operation Manual Via Recovery CD When you recover first time you need the following items to create recovery CDs Operation Manual External CD R drive unit LITEON LSC 24081MX USB Drive Combo recommended Three blank 650MB or 700MB CD R discs for cr...

Page 121: ...ill not allow you to recover your system from the hard disk once the recovery process is completed Formats hard disk and creates new partition This process will format whole hard disk drive and create new partition You can select the volume of C and D drives The contents of the hard disk will be restored to its original state in C drive This choice will not allow you to recover your system from th...

Page 122: ...sage on the screen and select the way to recover your system then press Enter If you selected Formats hard disk and creates new partition go to the next step Otherwise go to Step 10 9 Select the volume of C drive and press Enter 10 Read the message and select Continue then press Enter The formatting and re installation will start Although the pointer may be shown on the screen never touch the keyb...

Page 123: ...agreement between you the end user and Enterprise Corporation International ECI for the ECI product which includes a computer program Bootable CD Creator data and manuals SOFTWARE PRODUCT Ownership of the SOFTWARE PRODUCT shall at all times remain with ECI The SOFTWARE PRODUCT and accompanying documentation are licensed to you which means you have the non transferable and non proprietary right to ...

Page 124: ...T will perform substantially in accordance with the accompanying documentation The warranties set out in this agreement are in lieu of and exclude all other warranties not expressly set forth herein whether express or implied including but not limited to any warranties of merchantability fitness for a particular purpose or warranties arising from usage of trade or course of dealing Limitation of L...

Page 125: ...he keyboard the mouse or the screen during burning process except when the message prompts you to If you touch them the burning process may be canceled 6 Replace the CD R by following the instructions on the screen Assign names to each CD R in the order of burning so that you will set them in correct order when recovering Never use the hard tip materials to write on the CD R for labeling Do not wr...

Page 126: ...n external optical drive unit 4 Connect the AC adapters to your computer and the external CD drive unit then turn on your computer Be sure to connect the AC adapter If the battery is completely discharged the installation process will be canceled 5 When the message Press F2 for System Utilities appears press F2 The Setup Utility opens 6 Insert the Recovery CD disc 1 into the optical drive Always h...

Page 127: ...Continue then press Enter Follow the on screen instructions for replacing the recovery CDs Although the pointer may be shown on the screen never touch the keyboard the mouse or the screen during recovery except when the message prompts you to If you touch them the re installation will be canceled 16 After the recovery process completed the system will start automatically When the message Press F2 ...

Page 128: ...are capable of generating errors and error messages If you encounter a software error try to determine if the error message is from your operating system or from an application program and refer to the appropriate manual for possible remedies You can also refer to the Windows manual or Windows help program to solve the problem To access the help program click start Help and Support It also gives y...

Page 129: ...either a defective disk or one without an installed operating system Remove the disk Question Why can t I boot from the floppy disk Make sure that the optional external floppy disk drive unit is correctly connected to your computer Check whether the floppy disk set to the optional external floppy disk drive unit contains a system disk Check whether Floppy Disk Drive is set to the top of the list i...

Page 130: ...onitor display nothing or the image on it distorted Confirm the monitor is turned on Confirm the monitor is connected correctly Make sure an external monitor is selected as the display by pressing Fn F5 If you use Fn F5 to change the display the image may be distorted Press Fn F5 again to return the previous display and use Display Properties dialog box to change it again Refer to Chapter 5 Make s...

Page 131: ...he power switch confirm the hard disk indicator is not lit and press the reset switch on the bottom of your computer to turn off the system refer to Resetting System section of Chapter 2 Ten seconds later turn on your computer by sliding the power switch Question Why does the glide pad malfunction The surface of the glide pad or your palm may be moist or dirty and grease Wipe the glide pad with a ...

Page 132: ...loppy disk may not be formatted or could be corrupted Format the disk or use another disk If you cannot write to a floppy disk the disk may be write protected Eject the disk and ensure that the write protect tab covers the detection hole If you cannot write to a floppy disk the disk may be full Use another disk Trouble with Hard Disk Question Why can t I read or write data to from the hard disk Co...

Page 133: ...nction properly Remove the device or contact the dealer of the device If connected to a PBX consult the PBX maintenance staff or its service company If the electric characteristics of your PBX are different from those of a regular analog line the modem will not function properly If you connect the modem to a digital PBX both the modem and the PBX may be damaged Question Why is the communication sp...

Page 134: ...dialog box appears 3 Right click Wireless Network Connection then click Disable 4 Right click Wireless Network Connection then click Enable When you have more than one available access points your computer may be connected to the access point other than the one you want to access 1 Right click Wireless Network Connection icon on the taskbar then click View Available Wireless Networks 2 Select the ...

Page 135: ...can t I communicate with other computers through a wireless LAN Confirm the wireless LAN antennas are enabled When the antenna indicator lights green the antennas are enabled If not press Fn F1 keys Confirm each computer is enabled for wireless LAN Confirm Computer to computer ad hoc networks only is selected in Networks to Access of Advanced dialog box of each computer To open Advanced dialog box...

Page 136: ...k whether the printer driver is installed From the start menu select Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Printers and Faxes If Classic view is selected double click Printers and Faxes icon Confirm your printer is installed there If not click Add a printer of Printer Tasks to install your printer See also the Windows help program by clicking start Help and Support Other Troubles Question Why ...

Page 137: ...rd may become hot but this is not a problem Question Why can t I record the sound from the microphone Follow the instructions below 1 Double click the speaker symbol on the taskbar 2 Click Options and select Properties 3 Select Recording in Adjust volume for and confirm Microphone is checked in Show the following volume controls then click OK 4 Confirm the box of Select is checked in Microphone of...

Page 138: ...ning computer A 5 tablet pen A 5 CD troubleshooting T 5 Compact flash card ejecting 5 17 inserting 5 15 D Display adjusting orientation 3 10 changing brightness 2 8 changing number of colors 2 8 changing resolution 2 8 closing 1 8 opening 1 4 rotating 2 9 3 1 switching 2 6 5 7 troubleshooting T 3 turning off 2 6 E Encryption key 6 12 External monitor connecting 5 6 disconnecting 5 7 displaying 5 7...

Page 139: ...one line 6 2 troubleshooting T 6 N Network setup utility changing 6 14 deleting 6 14 loading 6 13 switching 6 13 P Passwords changing 2 12 7 5 deleting 2 12 7 6 setting 2 11 7 5 supervisor 7 5 user 7 5 PC cards ejecting 5 13 inserting 5 11 Peripherals audio equipment 5 8 compact flash card 5 15 connecting guidelines 5 1 external floppy disk drive 5 3 external monitor 5 6 headphones 5 9 IEEE1394 de...

Page 140: ...rnate about 4 8 generating conditions 4 9 resuming from 4 8 supporting 4 9 System standby about 4 8 generating conditions 4 9 resuming from 4 8 T Tablet mode handling 3 3 switching 3 2 Tablet pen calibrating 3 10 cleaning A 5 ejecting 3 8 handling 3 5 inserting 3 7 pen eject switch 3 8 replacing tip 3 6 using 3 8 3 9 Troubleshooting common problems T 1 communications T 6 display T 3 external flopp...

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