Clevo 3X00C User manual

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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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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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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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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Lighting
- Properlightingandacomfortabledisplayviewinganglecanreduce
eyestrainandmusclefatigueinyourneckandshoulders.
- Positionthedisplaytoavoidglareorreflectionsfromoverheadlighting
oroutsidesources oflight.
- Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to
levelsthatallowyou to see the screenclearly.
- Positionthedisplaydirectlyinfrontofyouatacomfortableviewing
distance.
- Adjustthedisplayviewingangletofindthebestposition
Inaddition,continuousconcentrationoncomputingworkcanresultin
discomfortandinjury.
Rememberto:
• Alteryourposturefrequently.
• Stretch and exercise your body several times a day.
• Take periodic breaks when you work at the computer for long
periods of time. Frequent and short breaks are better than fewer and
longerbreaks.

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Checking your items:
Carefullyremoveeverythingfromtheshippingboxandcheckthe
itemsone by one. Ifany item ismissing or damaged,contact your dealer
immediately.
√ Notebook Computer.
√ CarryingBag.
√ Power Adapter.
√ Power Cord.
√ User Manual.
√ PS/2 Transfer Cable.
√ Battery Pack.
√ UtilitiesDiskette(s) and
CD-ROM.

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Chapter 2: A quick tour of your new computer
Chapter 2: A quick tour of your new computer
Now lets take a quick look at you notebook and its features.
Right Side view
Battery Pack
The notebook comes with a rechargeable battery pack that lets you
operatethe computer withoutan external powersource.
Removable 5.25" CD-ROM Drive
The notebook comes standard with a 24-speed 5.25" CD-ROM
drive.The removable CD-ROM drive modulecan be replacedwith
theoptional drive units, such asa 12.7 mm highDVD-ROMdrive.
(Please refer to the chapter 5 for more information on using the CD-
ROM.)
LEDpowerindicators
Theseindicators display the current powersource of the computer.
For more information please refer to Chapter 3.
Infraredport
Thisportallowscommunicationwithaninfrared-compatibledevice.
The Infrared port supports IrDA (HPSIR) 1.1 mode, Amplitude
Shifted Keyed IR (ASKIR) mode, and Fast IR (FIR) mode. For
furtherinformation,pleaserefertothemanualofthewirelessdevice
youwishtoconnect.
Line-injack
Anexternal audio sourcecan be fed intothe notebook throughthis
jack.
Microphone-injack
A microphone can be connected to your notebook with this jack.

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Speaker-out jack
Headphone and speakers can be attached to the system through
thisjack.
Phonejack(optional)
The phone jack is used to support an optional built-in modem or
LAN card. If you do not intend to install this optional card, please
do not punch out the phone jack. For more information on the
phone jack please refer to chapter 4.
Microphone-in jack
Phone jack
Battery pack
Removable 5.25" CD-ROM drive
Infrared port
Line-in jack Audio-out jack
LED power indicators

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Rear View
PS/2 Type port
The PS/2 Type Port uses a 6 pin connector for connecting an
external PS/2 type mouse or keyboard.
Dual USB ports
ThedualUniversal Serial Bus (USB)portsmakeadding
peripheraldeviceseasy.
Expansionport
The Expansion port uses a 120 pin Docking connector for
connectingaPortReplicator.
Serialport
The RS-232C serial port uses a 9 pin male connector for
connectinganexternalserialmouse,serialprinterorfax/modem.
ExternalMonitor (CRT)port
TheExternalMonitorusesa15pin connector for connecting
anexternalCRT monitor. Simultaneous display on theLCD
screenandexternalCRT monitor ispossible.
S-video jack
Use this jack to transmit a video signal to a TV set.

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Parallelport
The Parallel Port uses a 25 pin female connector for connect-
inga parallelprinterorother paralleldevices.Thisparallelport
supports EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port) V1.7/V1.9 and ECP
(ExtendedCapabilitiesPort)modes.
AC-in socket
The AC adapter is plugged into this socket to power to your
notebook.
AC-in socket
PS/2 Type port
Dual USB ports
Expansion port
Serial port
External Monitor (CRT) port
S-video jack
Parallel port

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Left Side View
Security slot
A lock for your computer can be attached to this slot to
preventpossibletheft.
Vent
Preventsthenotebookfromoverheating.
PC Card Sockets
The notebook provides two Type II or one Type III PC card
sockets. These sockets support a Zoom Video Port (socket A)
or CardBus.
The top socket is Socket A, the bottom socket is Socket B
3.5" Floppy Disk Drive (FDD)
The drive is a 3.5", 3 mode, 1.44 MB removable floppy disk
drive. The floppy disk module can be replaced with a 12.7 mm
high 2.5" hard disk drive or a 12.7 mm high LS-120 120 MB
floppydrive. (Please refer to Chapter3 for more informationon
usingthefloppydiskdrive.)
Removable 3.5" FDD
Security slot
Ventilation
PC Card Sockets

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Underside
CD-ROM Cover
Secures the removable CD-ROM drive in its bay. For more infor-
mation on removing the CD-ROM please refer to Chapter 5.
CD-ROM tab
Use this tab to pull the CD-ROM module from its bay after you have
unscrewed the CD-ROM cover. (Please refer to chapter 5 for more
informationoninsertingorremovingtheCD-ROM.)
Battery pack latches
These latches secure the battery pack in its bay. (Please refer to
chapter3for moreinformationoninsertingor removingtheBatterypack.)
FDD latch
ThislatchsecurestheFloppyDiskDrivemoduleinitsbay.(Please
refertothe chapter 5formoreinformationon inserting orremovingthe
FloppyDiskDrive.)
FDD tab
Use this tab to release the Floppy Disk Drive module from its bay
after releasing the FDD latch. (Please refer to the chapter 5 for more
informationoninsertingorremovingtheFloppyDiskDrive.)
HDD latch
Thislatch secures the Hard DiskDrive (HDD) module in itsbay.
(Pleasereferto chapter3formoreinformation oninsertingorremoving
theHardDiskDrive.)

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FDD tab
Modem cover
FDD latch
Battery latches
CD-ROM tab CD-ROM cover
HDD
Battery pack
HDD latch
Modem cover
Theoptionalmodem or LAN card isinstalledbeneath this cover.

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Opening the LCD display
1) Move the cover latch to the right to release the top cover.
2) Lift the top cover to reveal the LCD panel and keyboard.
3)AdjusttheLCDpaneltoacomfortableviewingangle.
4) Press the power button to power up the system.