EUROCOM 3400 UltraLite User manual

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Preface: legalaties
NOTICE
The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its
contents without notice. Information contained herein is for reference
only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the manufac-
turer or any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liabil-
ity for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this publication nor
are they in anyway responsible for any loss or damage resulting from the
use (or misuse) of this publication.
This publication and any accompanying software may not, in whole or in part,
be reproduced, translated, transmitted or reduced to any machine readable form
without prior consent from the vendor, manufacturer or creators of this publica-
tion, except for copies kept by the user for backup purposes.
Brand and product names mentioned in this publication may or may not be copy-
rights and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. They are men-
tioned for identification purposes only and are not intended as an endorsement
of that product or its manufacturer.
1st Edition ©March, 2000
TRADEMARKS
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of
certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and
other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision
Corporation, and is intended for home or other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise autho-
rized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
MS-DOS, Windows, Windows 95, Windows 98 and Windows NT are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.

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Preface: FCC statement
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
(FCC) STATEMENT
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 in-
stallation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency en-
ergy 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:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Warning
Use only shielded cables to
connect I/O devices to this
equipment.
You are cautioned that
changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the
manufacturer for compliance
with the above standards
could void your authority to
operate the equipment.

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Preface: safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The notebook computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To en-
sure that does not happen, follow these suggestions:
1. Don’t drop it. Make sure it’s on a stable surface. If the computer falls, the
case and other components could be damaged.
2. Don’t overheat it. Keep the computer and power supply away from any kind
of heating element. Keep the computer out of direct sunlight.
3. Avoid interference. Keep the computer away from high capacity transform-
ers, electric motors, and other strong magnetic fields. These can hinder proper
performance and damage your data.
4. Keep it dry. This is an electrical appliance. If water or any other liquid gets into
it, the computer could be badly damaged.
5. Be careful with power. The computer has specific power requirements.
• Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer.
• Your AC adapter may be designed for international travel but it still requires
a steady, uninterrupted power supply. If you are unsure of your local power
specifications, consult your dealer or local power company.
• The power adapter may have either a 2-prong or a 3-prong grounded plug.
The third prong is an important safety feature; do not defeat its purpose. If you
do not have access to a compatible outlet, have a qualified electrician install
one.
• When you want to unplug the power cord, be sure to disconnect it by the
plug head, not by its wire.
• Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the
total current load of all the connected devices.
• Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any exter-
nal power supplies (i.e. AC adapter or car adapter).

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Preface: battery precautions
BATTERY PRECAUTIONS
Only use batteries designed for
this computer. The wrong battery
type may explode, leak or dam-
age the computer.
Recharge the batteries using
the notebook’s system. Incorrect
recharging may make the battery
explode.
Do not try to repair a battery
pack. Refer any battery pack re-
pair or replacement to your
dealer or qualified service per-
sonnel.
Keep children away from, and
promptly dispose of a damaged
battery. Always dispose of bat-
teries carefully. Batteries may ex-
plode or leak if exposed to fire, or
improperly handled or discarded.
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Warning
The product that you have pur-
chased contains a rechargeable
battery. The battery is recyclable. At
the end of its useful life, under vari-
ous state and local laws, it may be
illegal to dispose of this battery into
the municipal waste stream. Check
with your local solid waste officials
for details in your area for recycling
options or proper disposal.
Your battery pack is labeled with the
type and manufacturer.
UL®
Mainboard Battery Note
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if
battery is incorrectly replaced. Re-
place only with the same or equiva-
lent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Discard used battery
according to the manufacturer’s in-
structions.

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Preface: cleaning & servicing
CLEANING
Do not apply cleaner directly to the
computer, use a soft clean cloth.
Do not use volatile (petroleum dis-
tillates) or abrasive cleaners on any
part of the computer.
SERVICING
Do not attempt to service the
computer yourself. Doing so
may violate your warranty and
expose you and the computer to
electric shock. Refer all servicing
to authorized service personnel.
Unplug the computer from the
power supply. Then refer servic-
ing to qualified service personnel
under any of the following condi-
tions:
•When the power cord or AC/DC
adapter is damaged or frayed.
•If the computer has been ex-
posed to rain or other liquids.
•If the computer does not work
normally when you follow the
operating instructions.
•If the computer has been
dropped or damaged.

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TRAVEL CONSIDERATIONS
PACKING
As you get ready for your trip, run
through this list to make sure the
system is ready to go:
1. Check that the battery pack and
any spares are fully charged.
2. Power off the computer and pe-
ripherals.
3. Close the display panel and make
sure it’s latched.
4. Disconnect the AC adapter and
cables. Stow them in the carrying
bag.
–The AC adapter
uses voltages
from 100 to 240
volts so you won’t
need a second
voltage adapter.
However, check
with your travel
agent to see if
you need any
socket adapters .
5. Put the notebook in its carrying
bag and secure it with the bag’s
straps.
6. If you’re taking any peripherals
(e.g. a printer, mouse or digital
camera), pack them and those
devices’adapters and/or cables.
7. Anticipate customs.
–Some jurisdictions may have im-
port restrictions or require proof of
ownership for both hardware and
software. Make sure your “papers”
are handy.
Preface: traveler’s tips
Common
Socket Types Countries/Regions
United States, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and the Philippines
parts of Latin America.
the Former Soviet Union, Hong Kong, India, and the Middle East,
most of Europe and South Asi
parts of Africa and Latin America
Ireland, Malaysia, Mexico, Singapore, the United Kingdom
parts of Africa
China, Australia and New Zealan
Note: Hotels and other institutions may offer additional sockets and/or adapters.

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ONTHE ROAD
In addition to the general safety and
maintenance suggestions in this
preface, and Appendix B: Trouble-
shooting, keep these points in mind:
Hand-carry the notebook.
•For security, don’t let it out of your
sight. In some areas, computer
theft is very common.
•Don’t check it with “normal”lug-
gage. Baggage handlers may not
be sufficiently careful.
•Avoid knocking the computer
against hard objects.
Beware of Electromagnetic fields.
•Metal detectors & X-ray machines
These devices can damage the com-
puter, hard disk, floppy disks, LS-120
disks and other media. They may
also destroy any stored data.
–Pass your computer and disks
around the devices. Ask security offi-
cials to hand-inspect them. (You may
be asked to turn it on.)
Note: Some airports also scan luggage with
these devices.
Fly safely.
•Most airlines have regulations
about the use of computers and
other electronic devices in flight.
These restrictions are for your
safety, follow them.
•If you stow the notebook in an
overhead compartment, make
sure it’s secure. Contents may
shift and/or fall out when the
compartment is opened.
Get power where you can.
•If an electrical outlet is available,
use the AC adapter and keep
your battery(ies) charged.
Keep it dry.
•If you move quickly from a cold to
a warm location, water vapor can
condense inside the computer.
Wait a few minutes before turn-
ing it on so that any moisture can
evaporate.
Preface: traveler’s tips

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Preface: conventions
CONVENTIONS
This manual uses the following typesetting conventions:
Example
commonly used terms (capitals): FDD, HDD, AC, DC
features on the notebook (icons):
keyboard keys (bold, as printed): Y, N, Enter
programs, operating systems (italics): Setup, Windows 95
files (all capitals): AUTOEXEC.BAT
program groups (bold): Control Panel
sequences (arrows): My Computer >
Control Panel
icons/user interface switches (bold): Continue, Ye s
menu items (initial capitals): Boot High Speed
variables (quotes): “Enabled”
text the user must enter (bold): a:>\setup
keys to press while in DOS (brackets, bold): [Enter]
command switches (bold): format /s
space: ~

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface
Notice ............................................................................................................................... ii
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement ............................................ iii
Important Safety Instructions ......................................................................................... iv
Battery Precautions ................................................................................................... v
Cleaning .................................................................................................................... vi
Servicing .................................................................................................................... vi
Travel Considerations .................................................................................................... vii
Packing ..................................................................................................................... vii
On the Road .............................................................................................................viii
Conventions .................................................................................................................... ix
Table of Contents ............................................................................................................. x
Advanced User Guides ........................................................................................... xv
Warnings ................................................................................................................ xvii
List of Figures .......................................................................................................... xix
List of Tables ............................................................................................................. xx
Chapter 1: Introduction
Not Here ........................................................................................................................ 1-2
Packing.......................................................................................................................... 1-2
Quick Start Guide ..........................................................................................................1-3
System Maps ................................................................................................................ 1-4
Front View ............................................................................................................... 1-4
LEDs ................................................................................................................... 1-6
Hot Key Controls ............................................................................................... 1-7
Left View .................................................................................................................. 1-8
Preface: table of contents