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Traveling Internationally

with the Computer

6-9

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.

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AC adapter

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Power cords that are appropriate to the

country to which you are traveling

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Modular bay accessories

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Spare, fully-charged battery packs

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Additional printer driver files if you plan to

use another printer

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Proof of purchase, in case you need to show

it to Customs officials

Special Considerations

Follow the same special considerations as when

traveling with the computer.

Содержание ExtensaTM 670

Страница 1: ...Extensa 670 Series Notebook Computers User s Guide 49 47001 021 Printed in Taiwan...

Страница 2: ...ace 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 pu...

Страница 3: ...ered 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 tr...

Страница 4: ...one or more of the following measures n Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna n Increase the separation between the device and receiver n Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different...

Страница 5: ...ust 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...

Страница 6: ...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 If you have questions about battery performan...

Страница 7: ...On and Off 2 5 Using the Microphone 2 6 Using PC Cards 2 7 Using Indicator Lights 2 10 Using the Touchpad 2 13 Using Disk Drives 2 15 Adding Memory 2 25 Using the Keyboard 2 28 Using the Internal Nume...

Страница 8: ...Using Supplied Software 5 2 Getting Online Help 5 3 Guidelines for Installing Applications 5 4 Using System Passwords 5 6 Chapter 6 Mobility Disconnecting from the Desktop 6 2 Moving Around 6 3 Taking...

Страница 9: ...al 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 compute...

Страница 10: ...up Disks should be performed as soon as possible after the purchase of your computer Contents Creating Backup Disks 1 2 Features of the Computer 1 3 Standard Features 1 3 Customizing Features 1 4 Envi...

Страница 11: ...5 Backing up Windows 95 requires approximately 43 formatted 3 inch 1 44 MB floppy disks Labels for the floppy disks are included with the manual To create backup system disks use the Create System Dis...

Страница 12: ...Fast video graphics accelerator q 0 Volt Suspend 5 Volt Suspend and Standby power saving modes q No reboot setup function q STN or TFT color display q 16 bit stereo audio q Fast infrared communication...

Страница 13: ...mouse q 9 pin serial port for connecting external devices such as a modem or mouse q Simultaneous display with external CRT q One Type III or two Type II I Cardbus PC Card slots lower slot accepts Zoo...

Страница 14: ...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 Operatin...

Страница 15: ...a fan to keep the computer cool under extreme high temperature conditions The fan will not normally operate but may turn on when the computer s internal components become warm You will hear the fan wh...

Страница 16: ...ong magnetic fields such as those generated by audio system speakers telephone handsets or hand held metal detectors q To avoid overheating the computer never place anything on top of the computer whe...

Страница 17: ...t that you see or smell anything that indicates overheating smoke or a strange smell 1 Turn off the power 2 Disconnect the AC adapter from the power source and the computer 3 Remove the battery pack 4...

Страница 18: ...me or F2 during boot up They are described below Power Management This option determines when power management is enabled ALWAYS Enables the time out settings regardless of whether the computer is on...

Страница 19: ...the computer needs to be idle before the display back light turns off The computer will not enter any of the power management time out modes if the hard disk drive CD ROM or floppy disk drive is activ...

Страница 20: ...normal operation press the power switch 0V 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 a...

Страница 21: ...the saved state Press the 5V Suspend hot key Fn F3 or close the display cover to enter 5V Suspend mode The computer also enters 5V Suspend mode if the 5V SUSPEND TIMEOUT parameter in Setup is enabled...

Страница 22: ...STANDBY TIMEOUT parameter in Setup is enabled and times out To resume from Standby mode press any key or touch the touchpad The computer also resumes from Standby if the RESUME ON MODEM RING or RESUME...

Страница 23: ...ts To secure your computer follow these steps 1 Wrap the cable of a portable computer Kensington security lock around a table desk drawer handle or any immovable object 2 Locate the Kensington lock ic...

Страница 24: ...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 s...

Страница 25: ...Turning the Speakers On and Off 2 5 Using the Microphone 2 6 Using PC Cards 2 7 Inserting PC Cards 2 7 Ejecting PC Cards 2 8 Using Indicator Lights 2 10 Using the Touchpad 2 13 Moving the Cursor 2 13...

Страница 26: ...uidelines 2 23 Adding Memory 2 25 Running PHDISK 2 26 Using the Keyboard 2 28 Special Keys 2 28 Windows 95 Keys 2 31 Using the Internal Numeric Keypad 2 32 Num Lock On 2 32 Num Lock Off 2 33 Using Con...

Страница 27: ...tion also resumes from 0V Suspend and 5V Suspend modes The power switch is software controlled to allow for a proper shutdown from the Windows 95 operating system If the operating system locks up and...

Страница 28: ...l adjust as long as you hold them down Brightness Control Press Fn and Fn to increase and decrease the brightness of the display respectively The brighter the screen the more power is used during batt...

Страница 29: ...turn the built in speakers on and off using a hot key Speaker On Off Press Fn End to toggle the speaker output on and off You can also enable or disable the speaker from your Setup screen The setting...

Страница 30: ...microphone located in front of the touchpad inside the LCD latch Built in Microphone To use the microphone face your computer from a normal distance and speak in a normal voice You do not need to bend...

Страница 31: ...of the computer You can install PC Cards while the computer is running 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 recogn...

Страница 32: ...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...

Страница 33: ...ect the card you want to eject 4 Click on Stop 5 When Windows 95 responds with the message You may safely remove this device click OK flip out the eject button and press it to eject the PC Card In Win...

Страница 34: ...as possible Standby Mode Indicator Lights when the computer is in Standby mode Flashes when the computer is in 5V Suspend mode The computer enters Standby mode if the Standby hot key Fn F4 is pressed...

Страница 35: ...dicator Lights when a powered AC adapter connected to the computer is charging the battery Flashes when there is a problem with the battery or the battery is not recognized by the smart charger Turns...

Страница 36: ...hen the caps lock function is toggled ON using the Caps Lock key Num Lock Indicator Lights when the embedded numeric keypad is toggled ON using the Num Lock hot key Fn F7 Refer to Using the Internal N...

Страница 37: ...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 cli...

Страница 38: ...nel to display the Control Panel window 3 Double click on the Mouse icon 4 Select the Touchpad tab to customize the touchpad to your preference 5 Click on Enhancements to bring up additional features...

Страница 39: ...ng Modules later in this section Floppy Disk Drive 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 f...

Страница 40: ...l spin down to save power Caution If the hard disk drive is damaged you can lose data To reduce the impact of data loss back up data frequently Removing the Hard Disk Drive You can remove your hard di...

Страница 41: ...rd disk drive bay cover 4 Locate the release tab on the bottom side of the hard disk drive bay cover While pressing down slightly on the release tab slide the cover to the right and set aside Removing...

Страница 42: ...ur hard disk drive upgrade kit for inserting a new hard disk drive 1 Insert the hard disk drive into the bay with the release tab facing up Slide the hard disk drive in until you feel the connectors e...

Страница 43: ...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 Aligning the Hard Disk Drive Bay Cover 3 Slide...

Страница 44: ...es Do not touch the surface of the disc q Never write on a disc or place a label on the disc surface q Always store a disc in its case to prevent dust contamination scratches bending and other damages...

Страница 45: ...pping Modules To swap modules follow these steps 1 Unlatch the module by pushing the module lock toward the unlock icon 2 Grab the recessed grip area on the module then pull the module out Removing a...

Страница 46: ...eplacing a Module Note You will not be able to access the module unless your module is locked Connecting the Floppy Disk Drive Externally You can use your floppy disk drive module externally through a...

Страница 47: ...Connecting the Floppy Disk Drive Externally Floppy 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...

Страница 48: ...rive before turning off the computer q Never transport the computer with a floppy disk in the floppy disk drive Doing so can damage the drive head q If a floppy disk is damaged try to make a copy of i...

Страница 49: ...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 To en...

Страница 50: ...d disk drive for the 0V Suspend function If you do not re size the Suspend to Disk file you will not be able to use the Suspend to Disk utility Caution The Suspend to Disk file is a hidden file named...

Страница 51: ...ct File 3 Select Exit Windows 4 When asked to confirm click on OK 5 Type PHDISK C F at the DOS Prompt Note If you are using an operating system other than Windows95 Windows for Workgroups or DOS you m...

Страница 52: ...y 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 utili...

Страница 53: ...CRT or both SIMULSCAN from an external keyboard Ctrl Alt S Toggles the internal speaker on and off from an external keyboard F2 during POST Loads the ROM based Setup when pressed during POST power on...

Страница 54: ...re details 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 t...

Страница 55: ...ctions The following 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 Windo...

Страница 56: ...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 toggli...

Страница 57: ...following figure 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 P...

Страница 58: ...tebook computer DC in VGA Parallel PS 2 Serial PCMCIA Line in Mic in Line out Expansion FIR Ports DC In Connects the AC adapter output connector to this jack to recharge the battery and supply power t...

Страница 59: ...evices such as a serial printer 16550 UART compatible FIR Connects to any IrDA compliant device such as another IrDA computer or printer without the use of a cord or cable Transmits up to 4Megabits pe...

Страница 60: ...external analog monitor PS 2 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 PC...

Страница 61: ...and assumes that you installed and charged the battery as directed in Just for Starters Contents Guidelines for Battery Use 3 2 Switching to Battery Power 3 4 Responding to Low Battery Conditions 3 5...

Страница 62: ...icals or temperature extremes q Do not short the battery leads or insert the battery upside down q Charge the battery after several days of disuse to keep it fully charged If your computer is idle for...

Страница 63: ...ith this computer Note The Texas Instruments Extensa 670 are designed to use a Duracell DR35 or DR201 Rechargeable Battery Texas Instruments participates in the Duracell pro link program If you would...

Страница 64: ...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 plugge...

Страница 65: ...ption in Setup 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 computer enters 0V Suspe...

Страница 66: ...uter into 5V Suspend mode or Standby mode respectively q Turn off the computer or put the computer in 0V Suspend mode Fn F2 if it does not need to be active The computer does not consume power in 0V S...

Страница 67: ...cceptable under most circumstances 1 Install the battery pack into your computer if not already installed 2 Connect the AC adapter To maintain a full charge leave the computer connected to the AC adap...

Страница 68: ...the battery loses track of the true capacity it will not correctly predict low battery conditions and can cause the system to shut off prematurely and without warning The battery itself keeps track o...

Страница 69: ...m Manager 5 Enter Setup by pressing the Setup hot key Fn F1 6 Set the POWER MANAGEMENT FUNCTION parameter and the BATTERY LOW SUSPEND parameter to Disabled 7 Save the changes then Exit Setup 8 Allow t...

Страница 70: ...n You will lose all power to the computer when the battery is removed unless an external AC source is attached 1 Unlatch the battery compartment door 2 Slide the battery compartment door forward sligh...

Страница 71: ...ment cover forward 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...

Страница 72: ...battery compartment door follow these instructions 1 Align the battery compartment door hinge to the slots towards the back of the battery compartment Re Connecting the Battery Compartment Door 2 Ins...

Страница 73: ...cing brightness and contrast even a small amount can significantly reduce power consumption and increase operating time q Set the power management settings in Setup to optimize the time outs q You can...

Страница 74: ...me with your option To get the most up to date list of options available with your Extensa computer please call 1 800 816 2237 in the United States or Canada Outside of the United States or Canada ple...

Страница 75: ...ed anywhere between 100 240 volts AC and has a detachable AC power cord You can order power cords with specific plugs for the region you will be operating the computer in Caution Use only the AC adapt...

Страница 76: ...twork The computer has built in slots that support one Type III or two Type II I PC Cards Type III PC Cards must be inserted into the lower slot Your Extensa computer is designed to support additional...

Страница 77: ...PS 2 Devices 4 4 You Extensa computer supports external devices that connect to a PS 2 port Such devices include an external numeric keypad external keyboards or external mouse...

Страница 78: ...monitors that meet the Energy Star standards When the computer is connected to an external monitor you can use the computer with the display closed You can also display images on the external and int...

Страница 79: ...q To connect a PS 2 mouse insert the connector into the PS 2 port in the rear of the Extensa q To connect a serial mouse attach the connector to the 9 pin serial port in the rear of the Extensa Note...

Страница 80: ...talling an upgrade module into either or both slots You can expand RAM from 16 MB up to 80 MB Caution TI does not warrant the use of any memory other than that supplied by TI specifically for the Exte...

Страница 81: ...Devices Line out allows you to use a headset or amplified external speakers The computer s internal speakers are disabled when a headset or external speakers are plugged in Line in connects to an exte...

Страница 82: ...at duplicates all of the ports on your computer plus some additional ports The port replicator allows you to have an easy one step connect disconnect to the various cables in the back of your computer...

Страница 83: ...icon to view the directory For information on these batteries refer to Chapter 3 Using Battery Power Carrying Case Helps protect the computer and accessories during transport Several carrying cases ar...

Страница 84: ...are to run on the computer Contents Using Supplied Software 5 2 Getting Online Help 5 3 Guidelines for Installing Applications 5 4 Adjusting the Software for the Computer 5 4 Configuring the Computer...

Страница 85: ...er is shipped with the following software installed on the hard disk drive q Operating system software either Windows 95 or MS DOS and Windows for Workgroups or Windows NT q Power saving utilities q V...

Страница 86: ...p 5 3 The supplied software has online help files which reduce the need to refer to printed manuals and provide you with help any time it s needed To obtain Windows 95 help select the Start button and...

Страница 87: ...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 external monitor you can select resolut...

Страница 88: ...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 Memory Your computer...

Страница 89: ...stem Setup menu If only one password is set the Supervisor password is also the User password If both the Supervisor password and the User password are set the Supervisor password must be entered to g...

Страница 90: ...follow these steps 1 Press Fn F1 or 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 passwo...

Страница 91: ...ed 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 en...

Страница 92: ...Meetings 6 3 What to Bring to Long Meetings 6 3 Taking the Computer Home 6 4 Preparing the Computer 6 4 What to Bring with You 6 4 Special Considerations 6 5 Setting Up a Home Office 6 6 Traveling wit...

Страница 93: ...nnect the cord from the AC adapter 5 Disconnect the keyboard pointing device printer external monitor and other external devices If your external devices are connected to the optional port replicator...

Страница 94: ...ry 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 Meeti...

Страница 95: ...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...

Страница 96: ...ou leave the computer in the trunk of the car to avoid exposing the computer to excessive heat q Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation Allow the computer to return to room tempera...

Страница 97: ...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...

Страница 98: ...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 q AC adapter q Modu...

Страница 99: ...computer home follow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling q Always take the computer as carry on luggage q Have the computer inspected by hand Do not put the computer through a se...

Страница 100: ...you q AC adapter q Power cords that are appropriate to the country to which you are traveling q Modular bay accessories q Spare fully charged battery packs q Additional printer driver files if you pl...

Страница 101: ...are and Troubleshooting 7 1 This chapter tells you how to clean your computer safely and solve operational problems Contents Cleaning the Computer 7 2 Troubleshooting Tips 7 3 Startup Error Messages 7...

Страница 102: ...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...

Страница 103: ...creen is blank o Adjust contrast and brightness control o 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...

Страница 104: ...st Contact your dealer or an authorized service center Fixed Disk 0 Failure Fixed Disk Controller Failure q Hard disk drive is not working or not configured properly Run Setup and see if the hard disk...

Страница 105: ...on either Drive A or Drive C q Enter Setup and verify that these two parameters are properly identified q Reset the HDD or reinsert the floppy disk Press F1 to resume F2 to Setup q This message is dis...

Страница 106: ...ad Contact your dealer or an authorized service center System cache error Cache disabled q RAM cache failed the BIOS test and BIOS disabled the cache Contact your dealer or an authorized service cente...

Страница 107: ...Startup Error Messages 7 7 System timer error q The timer test failed This requires system board repair Contact your dealer or an authorized service center...

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