EUROCOM 5100-S DeskNote Lite User manual

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changes to the information contained herein as and when deemed
necessary. The company is under no obligation to notify any
purchaser or end-user of such actions in advance or afterwards.
September , 2000
Trademarks
IBM PC, PS/2, XGA, and SVGA are registered trademarks of
International Business Machines Corporation.
Intel, Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation.
SiS is a registered trademark of Silicon Integrated Systems.
MS-DOS, Microsoft Windows, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Win-
dows NT and Microsoft Mouse are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
Insyde is a registered trademark of SystemSoft Corp.
Other brand and product names are trademarks of their respec-
tive companies.
Notice

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 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 communi-
cations. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfer-
ence 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.
Warning:
[ A shielded-type power cord is required in order to meet FCC emission
limits and also to prevent interference to the nearby radio and television
reception. It is essential that only the supplied power cord be used. ]
[ Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment. ]
You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate
theequipment.
[ ]: depend on EUT condition.

Safety Instructions
As with any other piece of precision electronic equipment,
proper care and operation of your notebook computer will pro-
long its use. Help your notebook computer last longer by follow-
ing this advice:
Handling the Computer
Do not expose it to excessive heat
or direct sunlight. Do not expose your notebook computer to any shock or vibration.
Do not expose it to strong magnetic
fields. Do not leave it in a place where
foreign matter or moisture may
effect the system.

Do not place the computer on an
unstable surface. Do not place the computer on any
surfacewhichwillblockthe vents.
Don’t use or store the computer in
a humid environment. Do not disassemble the computer
by yourself.
Do not turn off any peripheral de-
vices when the computer is on
.
Do not turn off the power until you
properly shutdown all programs.

Do not place anything heavy on
the computer. When traveling by air, follow the
airline’s instructions for in-flight
use.
If there is an unusual odor, heat or
smoke coming from your com-
puter, unplug the cord.
Perform routine maintenance on
your computer.

Do not plug in the power cord if
you are wet. Do not use the power cord if it is broken.
Do not place heavy objects on the
power cord. Do not touch the battery contacts
with your hands or any metal ob-
jects.
Keep the battery away from any
metal appliances. Affix tape to the battery contacts before disposing of the battery.
Handling of the Power Cord & Battery

Use only approved brands of pe-
ripheral devices.
Do not throw the computer or ac-
cessories into a fire. Do not touch the poisonous liq-
uid if the LCD panel breaks.
Remember to periodically save
your data. Data may be lost if the
battery is depleted.
Take periodic breaks if you are
using the computer for long peri-
ods of time.
Other reminders
Handling of Peripheral Devices
Unplug the power cord before at-
taching any peripheral devices.

Developing Good Work Habits
Developing good work habits are important if you need to work in
front of the computer for long periods of time. Improper work
habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive
strain to your hands, wrists or other joints. The following tips
should help reduce the strain:
–Adjust the height of the chair and/or desk so that the
keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your elbow.
Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands in a relaxed
position.
–Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips.
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.
–Sit straight so that your knees, hips and elbows form
approximately 90 degree angles when you are working.

Lighting
Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce
eye strain and muscle fatigue in your neck and shoulders.
–Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from
overhead lighting or outside sources of light.
–Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and
contrast to levels that allow you to see the screen clearly.
–Position the display directly in front of you at a
comfortable viewing distance.
–Adjust the display viewing angle to find the best position.
Remember to:
–Alter your posture frequently.
–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 longer breaks.

Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Getting Started ...............................1-1
Checking the Items .............................................. 1-2
Opening the LCD display....................................... 1-3
Top View with Display Open ................................... 1-4
Right Side View ................................................... 1-6
Rear View.......................................................... 1-8
Left Side View................................................... 1-10
Bottom View ..................................................... 1-12
Chapter 2: Using the Computer.........................2-1
The Power Sources.............................................. 2-2
Battery Pack....................................................... 2-3
Removing the battery pack ............................................2-3
Inserting the battery pack ..............................................2-3
Recharging by AC Power...............................................2-4
Proper Handling of the Battery Pack ................................2-5
Turning on the Computer....................................... 2-5
LED Power Indicators....................................................2-6
LED Status Indicators....................................................2-7
The Hard Disk Drive (HDD)..................................... 2-8
The Floppy Disk Drive (FDD)................................... 2-9
The DVD-ROM Drive.......................................... 2-10
The PC Card Slots ............................................. 2-12
Hot Keys ......................................................... 2-13
The Numeric Keypad .......................................... 2-14
Chapter 3: Adding Peripherals..........................3-1
PS/2 Keyboard or Mouse ...................................... 3-2
USB Compatible Device ........................................ 3-3
Serial Mouse ...................................................... 3-4
External Monitor (CRT) .......................................... 3-5
Parallel Printer..................................................... 3-6

Internal Modem ................................................... 3-7
LAN port............................................................ 3-8
Security Lock...................................................... 3-9
Chapter 4: Upgrading the Computer .................4-1
Replacing the HDD .............................................. 4-2
Replacing the FDD............................................... 4-3
Replacing the DVD-ROM Module ............................ 4-5
Upgrading the Memory.......................................... 4-6
Adding or replacing the processor.......................... 4-11
Chapter 5: BIOS Utilities..................................5-1
Power on Self Test (POST)..................................... 5-2
System Configuration Utility .................................... 5-4
Working with the Pull-down Menu (Submenu)............. 5-6
Working with the Menu Bar..................................... 5-6
Features of the SCU............................................. 5-8
Power Management ........................................... 5-19
Chapter 6: Installing Drivers ............................6-1
Preparation for a New Notebook.............................. 6-2
Installing Windows 98 SE (For Reference Only) ........... 6-3
PC Card Problem in Windows 98 ......................................6-4
Installing Windows 2000 (For Reference Only) ............ 6-5
Installing Drivers in Windows 98 SE .......................... 6-6
Installing Drivers in Windows 2000 ......................... 6-10
Installing Drivers in Windows NT4.0 ........................ 6-14
Chapter 7: Troubleshooting .............................. 7-1
Audio................................................................ 7-2
Battery .............................................................. 7-2
Boot Password.................................................... 7-4
CD-ROM/DVD-ROM ............................................ 7-4
Floppy Disk Drive (FDD) ........................................ 7-5
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) .......................................... 7-6

Hardware Installation ............................................ 7-6
LCD Panel ......................................................... 7-7
Memory Module .................................................. 7-7
PC Card ............................................................ 7-8
Power............................................................... 7-8
Printer............................................................... 7-9
Appendix ............................................................i
A. Specifications...................................................... i
B: Battery Information ..............................................iv
C: Different Keyboards .............................................vi
Glossary............................................................1

Chapter 1: Getting Started
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Chapter 1: Getting Started
Lets take a closer look at your new notebook computer.
This chapter will cover the following areas:
- Checking the Items
- Opening the LCD Display
- Top View with Display Open
- Right Side View
- Rear View
- Left Side View
- Bottom View

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Checking the Items
Carefully remove everything from the shipping box and check the
items one by one. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your
dealer immediately.
You should have:
1. Notebook Computer
2. User’s Manual
3. CD-ROM
4. Power Adapter
5. PS/2 Transfer Cable
6. Utilities Diskette(s)
7. Power Cord
8. Carry Bag
9. Battery Pack
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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) Adjust the LCD panel to a comfortable viewing angle.

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Top View with Display Open
LCD Display
The Notebook has a 12.1" SVGA/XGA TFT LCD (Liquid
Crystal Display) panel which supports up to a 800 × 600
× 32 bit resolution. The LCD panel is driven by an AGP
bus video controller with 8~32 MB video memory.
LED Power Indicators
These indicators display the current power source of
the computer. For more information please refer to
Chapter 2 LED power indicators.
LED Status Indicators
These LED indicators display the system's operational
status. Refer to Chapter 2 LED status indicators for
more information.
Stereo Speakers
Two built-in speakers provide rich, stereo sound.
Trackpad and Buttons
The pointing device features a sensitive glide pad for
precise movements. It functions the same as a two-
button mouse. The right trackpad button is the same as
a right mouse button; the left trackpad button is the
same as a left mouse button.

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Keyboard
This 88 key keyboard has an embedded numeric keypad
and can be used with Win95, Win98, Windows 2000,
Windows NT 4.0 and Linux. It also has many of the
same features as a full-size desktop keyboard and can
easily be replaced with non-English keyboards.
Microphone
With the built-in microphone you can record on your
notebook computer.
Keyboard
LED Status Indicators
Microphone
Trackpad and Buttons Stereo Speakers
LED Power Indicators
LCD Display

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Right Side View
Power Button
Pressing this button turns your notebook computer on or off.
After proper configuration with the System Configuration Utility
(SCU), the Power Button can also be used as a Suspend/Resume
hot button.
Note: After turning your notebook computer off, wait a few
seconds before turning it on again.
Easy to change 5.25" DVD-ROM Drive
The notebook comes standard with a 8 speed DVD-ROM drive.
The removable DVD-ROM drive module can be replaced with
optional drive units, such as a 12.7 mm high 5.25" CD-ROM drive.
(Please refer to the chapter 2 for more information on using the
DVD-ROM or Chapter 4 for removing or replacing the DVD-
ROM.)
LED Status Indicators
These LED indicators display the system's operational status.
Refer to Chapter 2 LED status indicators for more information.
Vent
Prevents the notebook from overheating.

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Power Button
5.25" DVD-ROM Drive
LED Status Indicators
Vent

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Rear View
PS/2 Type Port
The PS/2 Type Port uses a 6 pin connector for connect-
ing an external PS/2 type mouse or keyboard.
USB Port
The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port makes adding
peripheral devices easy.
External Monitor (CRT) Port
The External Monitor uses a 15 pin connector for con-
necting an external CRT monitor. Simultaneous display
on the LCD screen and external CRT monitor is pos-
sible.
Parallel Port
The Parallel Port uses a 25 pin female connector for
connecting a parallel printer or other parallel devices.
This parallel port supports EPP (Enhanced Parallel
Port) V1.7/V1.9 and ECP (Extended Capabilities Port)
modes.
Serial Port
The RS-232 serial port uses a 9 pin male connector for
connecting an external serial mouse or serial printer.