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FCC Statement
WARNING - FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications
to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's
authority to operate this equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
A shielded I/F cable and included ferrite core for LAN cable is required to insure
compliance with FCC regulation for Class B computing equipment.
* As an ENERGY STAR
the ENERGY STAR
Declaration of Conformity
SHARP PERSONAL COMPUTER, PC-UM Series
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party: SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
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Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets
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guidelines for energy efficiency.
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135
TEL: 1-800-BE-SHARP
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Page 1: Notice For Users In The Usa
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Responsible Party: SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135 TEL: 1-800-BE-SHARP ® Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets guidelines for energy efficiency. -
Page 2: About The Modem
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact Sharp Electronics Corp. for repair and (or) warranty information (Refer to the end of this section). If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved. - Page 3 For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org Copyright It is the intent of Sharp that this product be used in full compliance with the copyright laws of the United States and that prior permission be obtained from copyright owners whenever necessary.
- Page 4 TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DISCONNECT THE AC CORD AND THE BATTERY BEFORE SERVICING. CAUTION: FOR A COMPLETE ELECTRICAL DISCONNECTION, PULL OUT THE MAIN PLUG AND THE BATTERY. VORSICHT: UM DIE STROMZUFUHR VOLLSTÄNDIG ZU UNTERBRECHEN, DEN NETZSTECKER HERAUSZIEHEN UND DIE BATTERIE ÈNTFERNEN. ATTENTION: POUR UN ARRET TOTAL DU SYSTEME, DECONNECTEZ LA PRISE DE COURANT SECTEUR ET LA BATTERIE.
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Page 5: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions General • Follow all cautions and instructions, which may be marked, on the computer. • Except as described elsewhere in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Immediately shut off the computer and seek servicing under the following conditions: •... -
Page 6: Battery Precautions
• Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen. • Turn off the 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. - Page 7 Discharging • Do not use the battery pack for any purpose other than powering the computer. Storage • Store the battery pack in a cool and dry place. Never allow the temperature to exceed 60°C (140°F) during storage. • Recharge the battery pack after storage, before use. Modem Precautions •...
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Page 8: About This Manual
Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of SHARP Corporation. SHARP Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing, performance, or use of this material. -
Page 9: Recording Important Information
Recording Important Information For future 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 the computer. -
Page 10: Manual Conventions
Manual Conventions This manual uses a set of style conventions described below. Notes and Cautions are italicized with icons: A note icon informs you of a special technique or information that may help you perform a task or better understand a process. A caution icon alerts you to something that may cause problems or damage to hardware, software or data. -
Page 11: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Notice for Users in the USA ...i Safety Precautions…………………………………………………………………...v About This Manual ... viii Recording Important Information ...ix Manual Conventions ...x Table of Contents...xi Overview of Computer ... xiii Quick Setup Installing Battery Pack... 1-1 Connecting AC Power ... 1-3 Setting Up Windows ... - Page 12 CF Card…………………………………………………………………………..4-20 Printer ... 4-23 Using IEEE 1394 Devices ... 4-25 Communication Functions Built-in Modem... 5-1 LAN unit…………………………………………………………………………. 5-5 Wireless LAN ... 5-8 Setup Utility Running the Setup Utility ... 6-1 Main Menu... 6-3 Advanced Menu... 6-4 Security Menu... 6-5 Boot Menu ...
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Page 13: Overview Of Computer
Overview of Computer Each number after an arrow indicates the page referring to the part. Actual appearance of your computer may be slightly different depending on the model. Front Wireless LAN Antennas →5-8 Power Button →1-4 Battery Indicator →2-1, 3-3 Power Indicator →1-4, 2-1 Status Indicators... - Page 14 Right Security Slot →A-5 Audio Output Jack→4-14, 4-15 Microphone Jack →4-15 Left AC Adapter Jack→1-3 Expansion Port→4-11,23 IEEE1394 Connector→4-25 Bottom Battery Pack →3-1 Ventilation Openings→v USB Ports →4-3,7,16,24 CF Card Slot→4-20 Reset Switch →2-3 Speaker Modem Jack →5-2 LAN Jack →5-6 PC Card Slot→4-17 CF Card Eject Switch...
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Page 15: Quick Setup
Quick Setup Your computer is designed and pre-configured for easy setup and use. This chapter describes the steps to set up your computer and running as quickly as possible. Read this chapter first. Installing Battery Pack Your computer is powered with either the rechargeable battery pack or AC power. See the next chapter for more information on power sources. - Page 16 Insert the battery pack into the computer by matching the notched parts of the battery to the projected parts on the computer; then, push the battery pack until you hear the clicking sound. Projected Part Slide the battery stopper to the locked position ( ). Turn over your computer and go to the next section.
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Page 17: Connecting Ac Power
Connecting AC Power Plug the AC adapter cable to the AC adapter jack on the left side of your computer. Plug the AC power cord into the AC adapter. Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet. AC Adapter To Wall Outlet •... - Page 18 Tilt the cover in more than 90 degrees. The keyboard of your computer will rise automatically when you open the display cover. You need to tilt the cover in more than 90 degrees to raise the keyboard completely. Otherwise the keyboard or the computer may malfunction.
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Page 19: Setting Up Windows
Setting Up Windows Before starting the setup of Windows, you must select the operating system. There are two kinds of operating systems available: Windows 2000 and Windows XP Professional. You can choose one of them when starting to use the computer for the first time. - Page 20 • If the display turns off, some power management may function. In this case, press any key to resume your computer from the power management. • If you cannot operate the keyboard or the touch pad, press the power button for more than four seconds to turn off the computer. Be sure that the battery indicator turns off;...
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Page 21: Turning Off Your Computer
Turning Off Your Computer When you’re finished using your computer, turn it off with one of the following ways: • With a power button (Windows 2000) Before using this way, confirm that Power Off is selected in When I press the power button on my computer in Advanced tab of Power Options Properties dialog box. -
Page 23: Basic Operations
Basic Operations This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer. Choosing Power Source You can use the computer with one of the following power sources: • AC power from a wall outlet Use AC power whenever possible; rely on the battery only when AC power is not available. -
Page 24: Using The Ac Adapter
Battery indicator is always off when the computer is turned off and not connected to AC power. • When the battery is hot, the battery indicator may turn off and stay off until the battery becomes cool. • For more information on System standby/hibernate, see Chapter 3. Using the AC Adapter When connected to a wall outlet, the AC adapter provides power for operation and charges the battery. -
Page 25: Resetting The System
Resetting the System You may need to restart the system if the computer becomes inoperable or after adding new hardware or software. When the message appears after the installation, click OK, Yes, etc. to restart Windows. You can also restart Windows 2000 from the Start menu. Select Shut Down…; then, Restart. -
Page 26: Using The Glide Pad
Using the Glide Pad Your computer is equipped with an integrated pointing device called a glide pad. Using the glide pad, you can move the pointer, select an item from a menu, and perform other tasks in the same way you would with a mouse. •... -
Page 27: Changing The Configuration
Click, Double-click, and Right-click To click or double-click, you can use the left button just like that of a mouse. Instead of clicking the left button, you can also just tap gently anywhere on the rectangular pad. For right-clicking, you must use the right button. Drag and Drop You can move icons or windows by using “drag and drop”... -
Page 28: Using The Keyboard
Using the Keyboard Your computer, equipped with the Windows Enhanced Keyboard, provides all the functionality of a full-sized desktop keyboard. The keyboard will rise automatically when you open the display cover. The keyboard of your computer will rise automatically when you open the display cover. - Page 29 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 the computer into System standby. See Power Management of Chapter 3 for more information.
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Page 30: Sharing The Computer (Windows 2000)
Sharing the Computer (Windows 2000) For the details, refer to Windows 2000 Professional Quick Start Guide. Registering New Users to Your Computer Log on to your computer with a member of the Administrators group. From the Start menu, select Settings – Control Panel. Double-click Users and Passwords icon. -
Page 31: Sharing The Computer (Windows Xp Professional)
Click OK twice. Click Cancel to go back to Windows 2000. If you want to change the password of another user (For administrators only); Follow the steps 1 to 3 on Registering New Users to Your Computer section. In Users and Passwords dialog box, check Users must enter a user name and password to use this computer;... -
Page 32: Set Password To User Account
Log off the Computer “Log off” is useful because you do not have to turn off the computer when you finish your task and pass the computer to another person. There are two ways to log off the computer, Switch User or Log Off. If you select Switch User, you can pass the computer to another person without closing your current applications. - Page 33 Select Create a password. • If the password has been already set, Create a password will not appear. • Only the members of the Computer administrators group can set a password to another user account. Type a new password. Type the new password again to confirm it. If necessary, type a password hint word to remember the password you set.
- Page 34 Select Remove the password or Remove my password. • If the password has not been set yet, Remove the password or Remove my password will not appear. • Only the members of the Computer administrators group can delete the password of another user account. Type your password and click Remove Password.
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Page 35: Battery And Power Management
Battery and Power Management This chapter explains how to manage the computer’s power effectively and use the battery pack. In this section, you often see the expression “Power Options Properties dialog box”. To open the dialog box: (For Windows 2000) 1. -
Page 36: Charging The Battery Pack
• The duration of the battery depends on the computer usage. Using applications, which heavily use external peripherals, will result in shorter battery life. • When using the computer for several hours with battery packs, enable power management and set System hibernate. Refer to the Power Management section in this chapter. -
Page 37: Low Battery Indication
• If the actual remaining power in your battery is less than what Windows Power Meter indicates, you should condition the battery pack as per the procedure on “Conditioning the Battery Pack”. Low Battery Indication When the battery power becomes significantly low, the battery indicator ( red, the warning beep sounds for about ten seconds. -
Page 38: Conditioning The Battery Pack
Conditioning the Battery Pack You need to condition the battery pack when the actual remaining power in your battery is less than what Windows Power Meter indicates, or you buy a new battery pack. Make sure the computer is turned off. Connect the computer to AC power and wait until the battery is fully charged. - Page 39 Slide the battery stopper to the unlocked position ( ). Slide the battery release lever to the unlocked position ( ) and hold it; then, pull out the battery pack. Battery Release Lever Lift up the battery pack and remove it from the computer. Slide the battery stopper of a new battery pack to the unlocked position ( ).
- Page 40 Insert the battery pack into the computer by matching the notched parts of the battery to the projected parts of the computer; then, push the battery pack until you hear the clicking sound. Projected Part Slide the battery stopper to the locked position ( ). Turn over the computer and it’s ready to use.
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Page 41: Optional High Capacity Battery Pack
Optional High Capacity Battery Pack To power your computer for extended periods of time, use an optional high capacity battery pack (CE-BL18)(may not be available in some countries). Battery Release Lever Use only the appropriate optional battery pack (CE-BL18), and attach it correctly. -
Page 42: Power Management
Power Management Power management saves electricity and extends battery life by controlling power supply to built-in devices. You can set the following power management properties in Windows. • Stopping power supply to the hard disk • Stopping power supply to the display •... - Page 43 Controlling CPU Speed (Windows 2000) Your computer is equipped with Intel® SpeedStep™ technology which can control CPU speed to reduce power consumption. Do not control CPU speed while communicating, or reading/writing data. Otherwise the computer may malfunction. Double-click In Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) technology dialog box, select the CPU speed performance.
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Page 44: Power Scheme
Power Scheme Home/Office Desk Portable/Laptop Presentation Always On Minimal Power Management Max Battery • Note that Power scheme includes other power management settings (such as a timer for System standby, etc.) appearing on Power Schemes tab. Confirm those settings are set to an appropriate value when you select the processor performance using power schemes facility. - Page 45 Using System Standby/Hibernate System standby/hibernate is a very useful power management tool. For example, after your computer has entered System standby mode, you can restart your computer more quickly when compared to a restart, after a normal shutdown operation. When your computer resumes from System standby/hibernate, the system restores the exact last state of the computer.
- Page 46 Supporting System Hibernate If your battery becomes completely discharged during System standby, you will lose unsaved data and will need to reboot your computer. Therefore, if you are planning to leave your computer powered by battery for long periods of time, we recommend System hibernate. Confirm that System hibernate is supported with the following steps below.
- Page 47 • The screen cover is closed. The above functions if you perform the following: In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Advanced tab. Select Hibernate or Stand by in When I close the lid of my portable computer. Click OK. Close the Control Panel window.
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Page 48: Disabling Power Management
Disabling Power Management In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Power Schemes tab. Set Turn off monitor, Turn off hard disks, System standby, and System hibernates to Never; then, click OK. Close the Control Panel window. 3-14... -
Page 49: Peripherals
Peripherals This chapter describes how to use peripheral devices with your computer. You can connect a floppy disk drive unit, a CD-ROM drive unit, a printer, external monitor, an IEEE 1394 device, PC cards, CF cards, or other devices to your computer. To ensure proper use, be sure to read the instructions for each peripheral device before connecting it to your computer. - Page 50 Peripheral Connection Overview IEEE 1394 Device Expansion Port *Including the optional external floppy disk drive unit (CE-FD04/05) and the provided external CD-ROM drive unit (CE-CD05). USB Device* Microphone Headphone/ Audio Equipment PC Card CF Card...
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Page 51: Using Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit
Using Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit You can use double-density (2DD) 720KB or high-density (2HD) 1.44MB floppy disks with the optional external floppy disk drive unit (CE-FD04/05). Connecting Optional External Floppy Disk Drive Unit • Do not place the floppy disk drive unit on its side or upside down. •... - Page 52 Inserting and Removing a Floppy Disk Inserting Hold the floppy disk with the arrow facing up, toward the drive. Slide the disk into the drive until it locks into place. Arrow Facing Up • Always insert a floppy disk straight into the floppy disk drive. •...
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Page 53: Formatting A Floppy Disk
Formatting a Floppy Disk Make sure the floppy disk is not write-protected, and insert it into the floppy disk drive. Double-click My Computer on the desktop (for Windows 2000). Or click start - My Computer (for Windows XP Professional). Right-click 3 ½ Floppy (A:) icon; then, click Format… from the pop-up menu. Select the appropriate formatting options. -
Page 54: Using External Cd-Rom Drive Unit
Using External CD-ROM Drive Unit A compact disc (CD) is a storage medium, with which you can read data, play music, install and run programs, etc. The provided external CD-ROM drive unit (CE-CD05) can be connected to either of the USB ports on the right side of the computer. CAUTION FOR LASER Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. - Page 55 Connecting the External CD-ROM Drive Unit (CE-CD05) • Do not place the CD-ROM drive unit on its side or upside down. • Do not press on the CD-ROM drive unit. It may damage the drive or cause malfunction. • Do not place the AC adapter on the CD-ROM drive unit. It may cause the drive to malfunction.
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Page 56: Handling Cds
Remove the protection sheet before you use the drive for the first time. Protection Sheet Handling CDs • Do not write on either side of the disk, particularly the non-label side. Data is read from the non-label side. Do not mark this surface. •... -
Page 57: Removing A Cd
Close the disk cover. • Insert a CD firmly until it is locked onto the spindle; then, close the disk cover, or the disk may fall off the spindle and get damaged. • Do not leave the tray open. Also, avoid touching the lens in the tray. If the lens becomes dirty, the CD-ROM may malfunction. - Page 58 Removing External CD-ROM Drive Unit In Windows 2000 Remove the CD from the CD-ROM drive unit. Click Unplug or Eject Hardware icon ( Click Stop USB Mass Storage Device. Click OK; then, remove the USB cable from the computer. In Windows XP Professional Click Safely Remove Hardware icon ( Click Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device;...
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Page 59: Display
Display You can use an external monitor with your computer. To display the images on both displays simultaneously, use the 1024x768 resolution. • Some monitors, which are not compatible with your computer, may not display correctly. • In this section, you often see the expression “Display Properties dialog box.”... - Page 60 Disconnecting External Monitor Turn off the computer and the external monitor. Loosen both screws of the display cable if it has, and remove the connector from your external monitor. Press the buttons on both sides of the connector of the parallel/VGA converter cable and hold them;...
- Page 61 Click OK twice; then, Yes. (for Windows 2000) Click OK; then, Yes. (for Windows XP Professional) Resolutions and Colors you can choose Number of Colors Resolution 640 x 480 (Windows 2000 only) 800 x 600 1024 x 768 (*2) 1280 x 1024 (*2) 1400 x 1050 (*2)
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Page 62: Audio System
Audio System You can output sound to speakers, audio equipment or headphones. Connecting Audio Equipment You can connect stereo speakers with an amplifier or an audio equipment to the audio output jack on the right side of the computer. Audio Output Jack Audio Output Jack You can adjust the output volume in Windows by double-clicking the speaker icon on the taskbar or use Fn + F3 or F4 keys combination. - Page 63 Connecting a Headphone Use the headphone with an impedance of more than 8Ω. (32Ω is recommended.) Audio Output Jack Connecting Microphone You can input sound using an external microphone connected to the microphone jack. Use an electret condenser microphone with an impedance of 2.2kΩ and an allowable voltage of 2V.
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Page 64: Usb Device
USB Device Your computer has an interface called Universal Serial Bus (USB). With a USB connection, you can connect/disconnect peripherals without turning off the computer. Generally, when you connect a device to the computer, the necessary driver will be installed automatically. See also the manuals of peripheral devices supporting USB. When a new device is correctly connected to the computer, the appropriate driver is automatically installed. -
Page 65: Pc Card
PC Card Your computer is equipped with a PC card (PCMCIA) slot, which can accommodate a Type II card or a CardBus compliant card. You can insert/eject the card without turning off the computer. Before inserting a PC card into the slot, refer to its manual. Inserting PC Card When a new card is correctly inserted, the appropriate driver is automatically installed. -
Page 66: Ejecting Pc Card
Push the PC card eject button again and remove the protection card. Push the PC card eject button all the way inside the cabinet for safekeeping. Insert a PC card into the slot with the label face up until it locks into place. Label Face Up Ejecting PC Card •... - Page 67 In Windows XP Professional Click Safely Remove Hardware icon ( icon, click to show all kinds of icons. Click Safely remove xxxx (xxxxx is the name of your PC card); then, Safe To Remove Hardware dialog appears. Go to Ejecting PC card below. Ejecting PC Card Push the PC card eject button so that it pops out from the side of the computer.
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Page 68: Cf Card
CF Card Your computer is equipped with a CF card slot, which can accommodate a Type II card compliant with CompactFlash standard. You can insert/eject the card without turning off the computer. Before inserting a CF card into the slot, refer to its manual. Inserting CF Card When a new card is correctly inserted, the appropriate driver is automatically installed. - Page 69 Insert a CF card into the slot with the label face up until it locks into place. Label Facing Up Ejecting CF Card • Some CF cards may become hot after long use. • Be sure to use the procedure below when ejecting a CF card. Otherwise, the system may not work properly.
- Page 70 Ejecting CF Card Lift up the front of the computer. Slide the CF card eject switch inward, which is on the bottom of the computer and remove the CF card. Eject Switch Insert the protection card. Protection Card Be sure to insert the protection card after you finish using the CF card to protect the CF card slot from being damaged.
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Page 71: Printer
Printer You can connect a printer to the expansion port with the provided parallel/VGA converter cable (CE-PB02) or either of the USB ports for the printer. Before using a printer, read the printer manual and install the printer driver. Connecting to Expansion Port Turn off the computer and the printer. - Page 72 Turn on the printer; then, the computer. To avoid damaging the expansion port, close the expansion port cover after you disconnect the parallel cable from the port. Connecting to USB Port Be sure to read the printer manual before connecting the USB printer to the computer.
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Page 73: Using Ieee 1394 Devices
Using IEEE 1394 Devices You can connect an IEEE 1394 device to the IEEE 1394 port on the left side of the computer. The IEEE 1394 is digital interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in two directions between devices, and for controlling other equipment. When two or more IEEE 1394 compatible devices are connected to the 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... - Page 74 Install the driver according to the instructions on the screen. Generally when you connect the device to the computer, the necessary driver will be installed automatically. Start the appropriate application for handling your data. Disconnecting IEEE 1394 Device In Windows 2000 Click Unplug or Eject Hardware icon ( Click Stop xxxxx (xxxxx is the name of your IEEE 1394 device.).
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Page 75: Communication Functions
Communication Functions This chapter explains how to use the built-in modem, the wired LAN unit and the wireless LAN function. Built-in Modem You can use the built-in modem for data transfer and fax communication. • The built-in modem on your computer is designed only for regular analog telephone lines. - Page 76 Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line Turn off your computer. Open the cover for the modem jack on the right side of your computer. To avoid damaging the modem, close the cover after you finish using the built-in modem. Connect one end of the included modem cable to the modem jack.
- Page 77 Select New Location and click Edit. Type in the details about your location and dialing properties and click OK. Even after you set one dialing property, you can make another new dialing property by clicking New … and typing a suitable name in Location name. Internet Connection Windows 2000 has a special Internet Connection Wizard to help you to connect to the Internet with ease.
- Page 78 Configuring the Modem in Windows XP Professional Modem Configuration When you use the modem first time, you must type your location’s information. Click start - Control Panel - Printers and Other Hardware; then, Phone and Modem Options. If Classic view is selected, double-click Phone and Modem Options icon.
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Page 79: Lan Unit
LAN unit You can connect to a LAN (Local Area Network) with the 100 Base-TX/10 Base-T LAN units on your computer. To activate the LAN unit, perform the following steps. 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. - Page 80 Connect the core end of the LAN cable into the LAN jack. Do not insert the LAN cable into the modem jack. It will damage the LAN cable and the modem jack. Connect the other end of the LAN cable into the network hub. Turn on the computer.
- Page 81 Double-click Network adapters; then, Realtek RTL8139 xxxxx. Click Advanced tab, and select Link Speed/Duplex Mode in Property and select an appropriate value in Value. Click OK and close Device Manager window. Click OK and close the Control Panel window. Configuring the LAN Unit in Windows XP Professional Click start - Control Panel.
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Page 82: Wireless Lan
Wireless LAN Your computer has an integrated wireless LAN function compliant with IEEE 802.11b standard. You can access the network by the wireless LAN. There are two kinds of wireless networks: a network using an access point and a peer- to-peer wireless network. - Page 83 Click OK and Close; then, close the Network and Dial-up Connections dialog box. Click Start – Programs – SHARP wireless LAN Configuration Utility; then, the ( ) icon appears on the taskbar. Click ( ) icon on the taskbar. In Wireless LAN Card Utility for Windows dialog box, click Profile tab.
- Page 84 • When the WEP security of other devices, which you want to access, is enabled, make sure to enter the WEP Key, the Key format, the Default Key and the key characters correctly. 10. Click Apply button; then, Hide button. Wireless LAN Card Utility for Windows dialog box closes.
- Page 85 A connected network name appears in ESSID of Connected with AP Information of Card Status tab if available. • If you cannot find the ( ) icon, click Start - Programs - SHARP Wireless LAN Configuration Utility (for members of the Administrators group).
- Page 86 Confirming the Status of the Wireless Connection in Windows XP Before performing the following instructions, confirm the devices that you want to communicate with are enabled for wireless LAN. Click Wireless Network Connection icon ( cannot find the icon click Network dialog box appears.
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Page 87: Setup Utility
Setup Utility This chapter describes how to run the Setup Utility to change settings on your computer. Running the Setup Utility With the Setup Utility, you can customize the system configuration information, such as time and date, port assignments, or passwords. The information you have specified is saved in a special area called CMOS RAM, which the system reads every time you turn on the computer. - Page 88 Entering and Exiting the Setup Utility 1. Turn on the computer. 2. When <F2> to enter SETUP appears, press F2. 3. Change to the desired settings. ← or → key : Selects the menu ↓ or ↑ key : Selects the item Minus or Space key : Changes the value.
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Page 89: Main Menu
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 of the video memory. In Windows environment, the volume of the video memory varies automatically by the integrated video controller. -
Page 90: Advanced Menu
BIOS Version shows the BIOS version of the system. EC/KBC Version shows the EC or keyboard controller version of the system. CLKRUN defines whether CLKRUN function is set to enabled or disabled. Advanced Menu LPT Port sets the printer port, selecting the LPT port mode. Enabled means that you can set the items by yourself. -
Page 91: Security Menu
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 change the configuration. -
Page 92: Setting The Password
If you type the user password when you enter the Setup Utility, you can change System Time and System Date of the Main menu, and Set User Password of the Security menu only. Setting the Password In the Security menu of the Setup Utility, select Set Supervisor Password or Set User Password and press Enter. -
Page 93: Boot Menu
Boot Menu Boot Sequence specifies where the system boots from. 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 move;... -
Page 95: Appendixes
Appendixes The appendixes contain additional information on the use and care of your computer. Memory Module You can expand the memory size by installing memory modules. For available memory modules, ask your local dealer. Default memory size is 256MB and expandable up to 512MB. Installing a Memory Module •... - Page 96 Open the display cover and insert the provided memory upgrade tool into the small hole of the glide pad. Pull up the memory upgrade tool. The glide pad is lift up slightly. Open the glide pad. Memory Upgrade Tool Glide Pad...
- Page 97 Align the memory module as shown below and insert it into place, matching the notched part of the module with the projected part of the memory socket of the computer. You hear the clicking sound when the module is set correctly. Notched Part Projected Part Press the memory module softly into the memory socket, matching the notched...
- Page 98 Set the glide pad straight up as shown below; then, replace it in the oriented position. You hear the clicking sound when it is placed correctly. Close the display cover and turn over the computer. Replace the battery pack and turn over the computer; then, connect the AC adapter.
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Page 99: Maintenance And Care
Maintenance and Care This appendix provides you with information on how to maintain the computer in excellent working condition. Using a Security Cable You can connect a security cable into the security slot on the right side of your computer to prevent theft. Security Slot Cleaning the Computer Cabinet... -
Page 100: Traveling With The Computer
Screen The surface of the screen may become smeared and accumulate dust during use. Avoid touching the screen with your fingers when using the system. Gently wipe the surface of the screen with a soft cloth that has been dipped in a mild detergent solution and squeezed dry. -
Page 101: Re-Installation Instructions
Re-installation Instructions To recover your hard disk, you will use PowerQuest®EasyRestore™. Before starting re- installation, read the following End User License Agreement first. PowerQuest(R) EasyRestore (TM) End User License Agreement IMPORTANT: Read this before using your copy of PowerQuest software. This document is a legal agreement between you, the "end user,"... - Page 102 Technical Data and Computer Software clause at DFARS 252.227-7013or subparagraphs (c)(1) and (2) of the Commercial Computer Software-Restricted Rights at 48 CFR 52.227-19, as applicable. Contractor/manufacturer is PowerQuest Corporation/P.O. Box 1911/Orem, UT 84059. 6. NO WARRANTY. The Software is being provided to you AS IS. PowerQuest does not warrant the Software to end users.
- Page 103 Preparation for Re-installation You can format the hard disk and re-install the preinstalled software with the recovery CD-ROMs, and set the status of your computer to the same configuration as you used for the first time. The following items are necessary for re-installation: •...
- Page 104 Formatting the drives and re-installing Windows 1. Make sure the computer is turned off. 2. If any peripheral devices are connected to your computer, disconnect them except the external CD-ROM drive unit (CE-CD05). 3. Connect the AC adapter; then, turn on the computer. Be sure to connect the AC adapter.
- Page 105 13. If you see the message asking you to insert the Product Recovery CD-ROM disk 2, remove the disk 1 and insert the disk 2; then, press Enter. 14. If you see the message asking you to insert the Product Recovery CD-ROM disk 3, remove the disk 2 and insert the disk 3;...
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Page 106: Specifications
Specifications Parts Primary cache Secondary cache System Video Display Panel Video controller Resolution/color Keyboard Pointing device Drive Hard disk Floppy disk (option/external) CD-ROM (bandled/external) PC card slot CF card slot Audio system I/O ports Audio Others Modem Wireless LAN Power AC adapter Battery Battery life... - Page 107 Options (may not be available in some countries) Standard Battery Pack High Capacity Battery Pack External Floppy Disk Drive AC Adapter CE-BL17 CE-BL18 CE-FD04 / CE-FD05 CE-MU01V A-13...
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Page 109: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting This chapter describes how to troubleshoot computer problems. Common Problems Problems with your computer can be caused by something as minor as an unplugged power cord or as major as a damaged hard disk drive. The information in this troubleshooting section is designed to help you find and solve minor problems. -
Page 110: Trouble When Starting
Trouble when Starting Question: Why doesn't the power indicator or the battery indicator turn • Make sure the AC adapter is correctly connected to the AC adapter jack of your computer. • Make sure the AC power cable is correctly connected to a live wall outlet. Connect another electric equipment to the wall outlet and check whether it is live or not. -
Page 111: Trouble With Display
Trouble with Display See also the Display section in Chapter 4. Question: Why is the screen blank? • Press any key to see if any power management feature has turned off the screen to save power. • See the power indicator to check whether the computer is turned on. •... -
Page 112: Trouble With Floppy Disks
Question: Why can’t I change the display with Fn+F5 keys? • When playing the animation or game, Fn+F5 key combination may not work. Close the currently running application. • Use Display Properties dialog box to change it. Trouble with Keyboard/Glide Pad Question: Why doesn't the keyboard or the glide pad function? •... - Page 113 Trouble with the Hard Disk Question: Why can't I read or write data to/from the hard disk? • Confirm the drive and file names are correct. • Confirm the hard disk has sufficient free space. Trouble with the CD Question: If the message requiring Windows 2000 CD-ROM appears? •...
- Page 114 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 speed so slow? • Close the applications currently opened. •...
- Page 115 • Confirm your computer is enabled for the wireless LAN. In Windows 2000 • See the icon on the left bottom of the Wireless LAN Card Utility for Windows dialog box. When it is not ( and the access point and/or the facing direction of the computer; then retry to access.
- Page 116 • Confirm the ESSID of your computer matches the ESSID of the access point you want communicate with. • Confirm the WEP key is correctly entered if the WEP security of the access point is enabled. Question: Why can't I communicate with other computers with a wireless LAN? •...
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Page 117: Trouble With Peripherals
Trouble with Peripherals Question: Why don't peripheral devices function? • Confirm they are correctly connected to your computer. • Confirm they are Windows 2000 or XP Professional compliant. • Confirm drivers necessary for the devices are installed. • There may not be a free IRQ (Interrupt). Free up an IRQ from a built-in device (Windows 2000 only). -
Page 118: Other Troubles
Other Troubles Question: Why is the battery pack discharged so quickly? • Initialize the battery pack. Question: Why is the date and/or time incorrect? • Correct the date and time in Windows. Double-click the time appearing on the taskbar and set them in Date/Time Properties (Windows 2000) or Date and Time Properties (Windows XP Professional) dialog box. - Page 119 Question: Why can't I turn off the computer? • Follow the instructions on Why doesn't the keyboard or the glide pad function? Question: Why the computer is so hot? • When charging the battery pack, its surrounding area or the front of the keyboard may become hot, but this is not a problem.
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- Page 121 Index AC adapter connecting, 1-3 using, 2-2 Audio connecting audio equipment, 4-14 Battery pack changing, 3-4 charging, 3-2 checking level, 3-2 conditioning, 3-4 indicator, 2-1, 3-3 low battery indication, 3-3 optional battery pack, 3-7 Cleaning computer, A-5 external CD-ROM drive unit, 4-10 CD-ROM drive unit (external) connecting, 4-7 mode switch, 4-10...
- Page 122 Hard disk drive troubleshooting, T-5 Indicators antenna, 5-8 power and battery, 2-1 status, xiii IEEE 1394 device connecting, 4-25 disconnecting, 4-26 Keyboard function keys, 2-6 special keys, 2-6 troubleshooting, T-4 windows key, 2-6 configuring, 5-6 connecting to network, 5-5 troubleshooting, T-6 Modem configuring, 5-2 connecting to telephone line, 5-2...
- Page 123 about, 3-11 generating conditions, 3-12 resuming from, 3-11 System Hibernate about, 3-11 generating conditions, 3-12 resuming from, 3-11 supporting, 3-12 Status indicators, xiii Troubleshooting CD-ROM drive, T-5 common problems, T-1 communications, T-5 display, T-3 floppy disk drive, T-4 hard disk drive, T-5 keyboard or glide pad, T-4 peripherals, T-9 reference, T-1...
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