Clevo 3X00C Manuale utente
Table of Contents
Chapter1: Introduction .............................................................. 1 - 1
SafetyTips ............................................................................... 1 - 1
OperatingEnvironment ............................................................. 1 - 6
Ergonomics.......................................................................... 1 - 6
Lighting................................................................................ 1 - 7
Checkingyouritems:................................................................. 1 - 8
Chapter 2: A quick tour of your new computer ......................... 2 - 1
RightSideview......................................................................... 2 - 1
RearView ................................................................................ 2 - 3
LeftSideView.......................................................................... 2 - 5
Underside................................................................................. 2 - 6
OpeningtheLCDdisplay.......................................................... 2 - 8
Topviewwithdisplayopen ....................................................... 2 - 9
Chapter 3: Using your new computer ........................................ 3 - 1
The power sources ................................................................... 3 - 1
Batterypack............................................................................. 3 - 2
Removingthebatterypack ................................................... 3 - 2
Insertingthebattery pack ..................................................... 3 - 3
RechargingbyACPower .................................................... 3 - 3
ProperHandling of the BatteryPack .................................... 3 - 3
Turningonyournotebookcomputer .......................................... 3 - 4
LEDindicators ......................................................................... 3 - 4
LEDPowerindicators.......................................................... 3 - 5
LEDStatusindicators .......................................................... 3 - 6
TheHardDiskDrive(HDD)..................................................... 3 - 7
AbouttheHDD ................................................................... 3 - 7
RemovingtheHDD.............................................................. 3 - 7
InsertingtheHDD ................................................................ 3 - 7
TheFloppyDiskDrive(FDD) .................................................. 3 - 8
About the FDD.................................................................... 3 - 8
UsingtheFDD..................................................................... 3 - 8
Inserting/RemovingDiskettes................................................ 3 - 8
The CD-ROM ......................................................................... 3 - 9
About the CD-ROM ........................................................... 3 - 9
LoadingCompactDiscs ....................................................... 3 - 9
HandlingCompactDiscs .................................................... 3 - 10
The PC Card Sockets ............................................................ 3 - 11
InsertingPC Cards ............................................................ 3 - 11
RemovingPCCards .......................................................... 3 - 11
The Hot Keys......................................................................... 3 - 12
TheNumericKeypad ............................................................. 3 - 13
Chapter 4: Adding peripherals ................................................... 4 - 1
PS/2 Keyboard or Mouse ........................................................ 4 - 1
USBcompatibleDevice............................................................ 4 - 2
SerialMouse ............................................................................ 4 - 3
ExternalMonitor(CRT) ............................................................ 4 - 4
TVSet ..................................................................................... 4 - 5
ParallelPrinter .......................................................................... 4 - 6
AttachingaPhoneLine(optional).............................................. 4 - 7
SecurityLock ........................................................................... 4 - 8
AttachingaProprietaryPortReplicator ..................................... 4 - 9
Chapter5: Upgrading yournotebook computer........................ 5 - 1
ReplacingtheHDD................................................................... 5 - 1
RemovingtheFloppyDiskDrive(FDD) ................................... 5 - 2
InsertingtheFloppyDiskDrive(FDD)...................................... 5 - 2
RemovingtheCD-ROMmodule............................................... 5 - 3
InsertingtheCD-ROMmodule ................................................. 5 - 3
Installing a Modem or LAN Card ............................................. 5 - 4
UpgradingtheMemory ............................................................. 5 - 4
InstallingaMemoryModule ................................................. 5 - 5
RemovingaMemoryModule ............................................... 5 - 7
AddingorreplacingtheProcessor............................................. 5 - 8
Flash ROM BIOS update ......................................................... 5 - 8
Chapter 6: BIOS Utilities ........................................................... 6 - 1
Power on Self Test (POST) ...................................................... 6 - 1
SystemConfigurationUtility ................................................. 6 - 3
InformationintheSystemConfigurationUtility ................. 6 - 3
Workingwith theMenuBar ............................................ 6 - 4
InitiatingtheSystemConfigurationUtility ......................... 6 - 4
WorkingwiththePull-downMenu .................................. 6 - 5
FeaturesoftheSystemConfigurationUtility.......................... 6 - 6
StartupMenu.................................................................. 6 - 6
MemoryMenu................................................................ 6 - 9
DisksMenu .................................................................. 6 - 11
ComponentsMenu ....................................................... 6 - 12
PowerMenu................................................................. 6 - 15
ExitMenu ..................................................................... 6 - 18
PowerManagement........................................................... 6 - 19
Advanced Power Management (APM 1.2) ................... 6 - 19
GlobalStandby ............................................................. 6 - 19
HardDisk Standby ....................................................... 6 - 19
SuspendandResume .................................................... 6 - 19
Powered On Suspend (POS) ........................................ 6 - 20
Resume from POS Mode.............................................. 6 - 20
Suspend To RAM (STR) .............................................. 6 - 20
ResumefromSTRMode .............................................. 6 - 20
Suspend to Disk ........................................................... 6 - 21
Resume from Suspend to Disk Mode ............................ 6 - 21
Chapter 7: Installing drivers ................................................. 7 - 1
Gettingyounew notebookcomputerready:.......................... 7 - 1
InstallingWindows98 SE(ForReference) ........................... 7 - 1
InstallingDriversinWindows98SE ..................................... 7 - 2
InstallingDriversinWindowsNT4.0 ................................... 7 - 3
Chapter8: Troubleshooting................................................... 8 - 1
Audio .................................................................................. 8 - 1
Battery ................................................................................ 8 - 1
Boot Password.................................................................... 8 - 3
CD...................................................................................... 8 - 4
AppendixC: BatteryInformation .........................................C - 1
Appendix D: Technical Changes.......................................... D - 1
ATIDVD Play Station (optional)......................................... 8 - 5
FloppyDiskdrive(FDD)..................................................... 8 - 5
HardDiskDrive (HDD) ...................................................... 8 - 6
HardwareInstallation ........................................................... 8 - 6
LCDPanel .......................................................................... 8 - 7
MemoryModule ................................................................. 8 - 7
PC Card ............................................................................. 8 - 8
Power ................................................................................. 8 - 9
Printer ................................................................................. 8 - 9
Appendix A: Specifications ...................................................A - 1
Appendix B: I/O Port Pin Assignments ................................B - 1
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 1: Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a new notebook computer from us. We
hopeyouwill enjoy using our productandbefore doing so will takethe
timetocarefullyreadthismanual. Readingthismanualwillmakeusing
your notebook computer easier and more enjoyable.
Safety Tips
Aswithanyotherpieceofprecision electronic equipment, proper
care and operation of your notebook computer will prolong its use. Help
yournotebookcomputerlastlongerbyfollowingthisadvice:
DO NOT expose it to excessive heat or direct sunlight.
DO NOT expose your notebook computer to any shock or vibration.
DONOT expose it to strongmagnetic fields.
DONOT leave itin a placewhere foreign matteror moisture mayeffect
thesystem.
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User’s Guide
Inaddition:
Do not place the computer on any
surface which will block the vents.
Do not touch the battery contacts
with your hands or any metal objects.
Do not touch the poisonous liquid if
the LCD panel breaks.
Do not turn off any peripheral devices
when the computer power is on
Do not turn off the power until you
properly shutdown all programs. Do not place the computer on an
unstable surface.
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Do not disassemble the computer by
yourself. Do not place anything heavy on the
computer.
Do not plug in the power cord if you
are wet. Do not use the power cord if it is
broken.
Keep the battery away from any
metal appliances. Do not throw the computer or
accessories into a fire.
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User’s Guide
Hereisstillmoreimportantinformation:
I
f there is an unusual odor, heat or
smoke coming from your computer,
unplug the cord.
Unplug the power cord before
attaching any peripheral devices.
When traveling by air, follow the
airline's instructions for in-flight use.
Use only approved brands of
p
eripheral devices.
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Don’t use or store the computer in
a humid environment.
Perform routine maintenance on
your computer. Do not place heavy objects on the
power cord.
Affix tape to the battery contacts
before disposing of the battery. Take periodic breaks if you are
using the computer for long
periods of time.
Remember to periodically save your
data. Data may be lost if the
battery is depleted.
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User’s Guide
Operating Environment
Ergonomics
Developinggood work habits areimportant if you needto work in
front of the computer for long periods of time. Improper work habits can
resultindiscomfortorseriousinjuryfromrepetitivestraintoyourhands,
wristsor other joints. The following aresome tips to reducethestrain:
• Adjust the height of the chair and/or desk so that the keyboard is at or
slightlybelowthelevelofyourelbow.
• Keepyour forearms, wrists, and handsin a relaxedposition.
• Yourkneesshouldbeslightlyhigherthanyourhips.
• Place your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest if necessary.
• Use a chair with a back and adjust it to support your lower back
comfortably.
• Sitstraightsothatyourknees,hips and elbows form approximately
90°angleswhenyouareworking.
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