Gericom Blockbuster Mobile G553 User manual

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Manual edition, March 2003
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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 instruction manual 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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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Shielded
interface cables and a non-shielded AC power cord must be used in order to comply
with emission limits.
This equipment is to be used with power supply:
I/P: 100-240 Vac, 50-60Hz, 1.8A
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O/P: 19Vdc, 3.42A
There is no internal power supply.
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This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference -
Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numerique de la classe B repecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le
matèriel brouilleur du Canada.
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Chapter 1: Before you Start --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7
Conventions of This Manual..........................................................................................................................7
Things you must remember before working on your computer ..................................................................... 14
Chapter 2: Introduction --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
Welcome to the Notebook PC........................................................................................................................18
Getting to Know Your Computer...................................................................................................................18
Chapter 3: Getting Started ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 31
Connecting to a Power Source .......................................................................................................................31
Turning On Your Notebook Computer ..........................................................................................................33
Operating on Battery Power...........................................................................................................................33
Chapter 4: Using the Notebook Computer ------------------------------------------------------------- 37
Adjusting the LCD Screen Display................................................................................................................37
A Tour of the Notebook’s Keyboard ............................................................................................................. 39
The TouchPad ................................................................................................................................................40
Connecting an External Tracking Devices..................................................................................................... 42
The CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/Combo Drive ..................................................................................................... 42
PCMCIA Cards and Expansion Sockets........................................................................................................44
Power Saving Modes .....................................................................................................................................46
Chapter 5: Desktop Operation------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 51
Audio .............................................................................................................................................................52
Connecting Peripheral Devices...................................................................................................................... 53
Chapter 6: Running BIOS Setup --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 57
Introduction.................................................................................................................................................... 57
Navigating through BIOS Setup ....................................................................................................................58
Accessing the BIOS Setup Program ..............................................................................................................58
The Menu Bar ................................................................................................................................................58
The Legend Bar .............................................................................................................................................59
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Launching Submenus.....................................................................................................................................60
General Help ..................................................................................................................................................60
The Main Menu .............................................................................................................................................61
The Advanced Menu......................................................................................................................................62
The Security Menu......................................................................................................................................... 63
The Boot Menu ..............................................................................................................................................64
The Exit Menu ...............................................................................................................................................65
Chapter 7: The Software Utilities Disks ----------------------------------------------------------------- 67
AutoRun Installation......................................................................................................................................67
VGA Utilities.................................................................................................................................................71
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 81
Locating a Problem........................................................................................................................................81
Checking Cables and Connections.................................................................................................................82
The Power-On Self Test.................................................................................................................................83
General Hardware Problems ..........................................................................................................................84
Contacting Your Dealer .................................................................................................................................86
Chapter 9: Upgrading your System----------------------------------------------------------------------- 89
Upgrading your Memory ...............................................................................................................................89
The Easy to Upgrade HDD Module............................................................................................................... 91
Upgrading your System CPU......................................................................................................................... 93
Appendix A: Specification ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 97
Detailed Notebook Specifications..................................................................................................................97
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Conventions of This Manual
Use this manual will help you get the most from your notebook computer.
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If you are an experienced user of computers and/or Microsoft’s Windows operating
systems, you might find it useful to read the Quick Start Guide that comes along
with your accessories.
If you are a less experienced user, you should through the manual carefully before
using your system.
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Whether or not you are an experienced user, you should consult on the
Troubleshooting Chapter if you encounter any problems with your notebook.
The check mark symbol indicates that you should take note on every
detailed information when you encounter some function that might be
useful when you are using your notebook.
The pencil symbol identifies information which is important for you to
read to avoid damage to the computer.
This warning cautions you against actions which might be destructive
to your data or might disrupt proper system operation.
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This section is designed to assist you in identifying potentially unsafe conditions while
working with this product. Required safety features have been installed in the
computer to protect you from injury. However, you should use good judgment to
identify potential safety hazards:
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Please read these safety instructions carefully.
Please keep this User's Manual for later reference.
Please disconnect this equipment from AC outlet before cleaning. Don't use
liquid or sprayed detergent for cleaning. Use moisture sheet or cloth for cleaning.
For pluggable equipment, that the socket-outlet shall be installed near the
equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Please keep this equipment from humidity.
Lay this equipment on a reliable surface when installed. A drop or fall could
cause injury.
Make sure to use the right voltage for the power source when connecting the
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equipment to the power outlet.
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Place the power cord in such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place
anything on top of the power cord.
All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
If the equipment is not use for a long time, disconnect the equipment from the
main power outlet to avoid being damaged by transient overvoltage.
Never pour any liquid into the opening, this could cause fire or electrical shock.
Never open the equipment. For safety reason, the equipment should only be
opened by a qualified service personnel.
If on the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a service
personnel:
a. The Power cord or plug is damaged.
Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
The equipment has not worked well or you cannot get it work according to
the user's manual.
The equipment has dropped and damaged.
If the equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
Do not leave this equipment in an environment unconditioned, storage
temperature above 60°C (140°f), it may damage the equipment.
The unit can be operated at an ambient temperature of max. 35°C.
The sound pressure level at the operators position according to IEC 704-1: 1982
is equal or less than 70 dB(A).
Power Cord Requirements
The power cord set used with the AC adaptor must meet the requirements of
the country where you use the AC adaptor, whether it is 100-120 or 200-240
Vac. The following information explains the requirements for power cord set
selection.
• The cord set must be approved for the country in which it is used.
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• The appliance coupler must have a configuration for mating with a
CEE22/EN6032/IEC 320 appliance inlet.
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• The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are No. 18 AWG.
For Japan:
• All components of the cord set must bear a “PSE” or “ T ” mark and
registration number in accordance with the Japanese Dentori Law.
• The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are .75m ㎡conductors.
For Other Countries:
• The cord set fittings must bear the certification mark of the agency
responsible for evaluation in a specific country.
• The flexible cord must be of a HAR (harmonized) type H05VV-F.
• The cord set must have a current capacity of a least 2.5 Amperes and voltage
rating of 125 or 250 Vac.
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons. These
precautions includes the following:
 Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
 Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
 Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
 Use only the power cord indicated in this manual.
Do not use the AC adapter near open water or other liquids. Never spill liquid
into the AC adapter.
Laser Warning: Laser Class I Product Caution - Invisible laser radiation when open
avoid exposure to beam.
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Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same
or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries
according to the manufacturer's instructions. Never remove the battery pack
while the power is on as this may result in data loss when the system loses power.
The input receptacle is used as the main disconnecting device.
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Bitte lesen Sie diese Hinweis sorgfältig durch.
Heben Sie dirse Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf.
Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Versenden Sie
Keine Flüssig- oder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten eignet sich ein angefeuchtetes
Tuch zur Reinigung.
Die Netzanschlu steckdose soll nahe dem Gerät angebracht und leichtβ
zugänglich sein.
Das Gerät ist vor Feuchtigkeit zu schützen.
Bei der Aufstellung des Gerätes ist auf sicheren Stand zu achten. Ein Kippen oder
Fallen könnte Beschädigungen hervorrufen.
Beachten Sie beim Anschluß an das Stromnet die Anschlußwerte.
Verlegen Sie die Netzanschlußleitung so, daß niemand darüber fallen kann. Es
sollte auch nichts auf der Leitun abgestellt werden.
Alle Hinweise und Warnungen, die sich am Gerät befinden, sind zu beachten.
Wird das Gerät üeinen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt, sollten Sie es vom
Stromnetz trennen. Somit wird im Falle einer Überspannung eine Beschädigung
vermieden.
Durch die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen niemals Gegenstände oder Flüssigkeien in das
Gerät gelangen. Dies könne einen Brand bzw. Elektrischen Schlag auslösen.
Öffnen Sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der elektrischen
Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem Servicepersonal geöffnet werden.
Wenn folgende Situationen auftreten ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen
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und von einer qualifizierten Servicestelle zu Überprüfung.:
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Netzlabel oder Netzstecker sind beschädigt.
Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen.
Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt.
Wenn das Gerät nicht der Bedienungsanleitung entsprechend funktioniert
oder Sie mit Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine Verbesserung erzielen.
Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt.
Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist.
VORSICHT: Explosiongsgetahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie.
Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen
Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.
Dieses Schaltnetzteil kann bis zu einer Außentemperatur von maximal 35ºC.
Die Ausgangswerte dürfen nicht die auf dem Label angegebenen Werte
überschreiten.
Anforderungen an das Stromkabel
Das Kabel-Set, das an das Netzteil angeschlossen wird, muss den Anforderungen
des Landes, in dem Sie das Netzteil einsetzen, genügen, je nachdem, ob die
Netzspannung 100-120 oder 200-240V Wechselspannung beträgt.
• Das Kabel-Set muss für das Land, in dem es eingesetzt wird, zugelassen sein.
• Der Gerätestecker des Kabels muss in eine CEE22/ EN603/ IEC 320 Buchse
passen.
Für die USA und Kanada:
• Das Kabel-Set muss UL-gelistet und CSA zertifiziert sein.
• Die Minimalanforderungen für das Kabel entsprechen No. 18 AWG.
Für Japan:
• Alle Teile des Kabel-Sets müssen entsprechend dem japanischen Dentori
Law mit einem „PSE“ or „T”-Symbol markiert sein
• Die Minimalanforderungen für das Kabel sind .75m ㎡Leiter.
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in dem jeweiligen Land für die Sicherheitsprüfung zuständig ist, tragen.
• Das Kabel muss vom HAR (harmonisierten) Typ H05VV-F sein.
• Das Kabel-Set muss eine Stromkapazität von mindestens 2,5 Ampere haben
und Spannungen von 125 oder 250 V Wechselstrom gestatten.
Bei der Benutzung Ihres Telefongerätes sollten Sie immer die grundlegenden
Sicherheitsmaßnahmen beachten, um das Risiko von Feuer, Stromschlägen und
Verletzungen zu minimieren. Zu beachten sind u.a. folgende Punkte:
 Benutzen Sie das Gerät nicht in der Nähe von Wasser, wie zum Beispiel
Badewanne, Waschbecken, Spülbecken, Waschbottich, in feuchten
Kellerräumen oder in der Nähe von Schwimmbecken.
 Benutzen Sie kein Telefon (ausgenommen schnurlose Modelle) während eines
Gewitters. Es besteht das geringe Restrisiko eines Blitzschlages.
 Benutzen Sie das Telefon nicht um ein Gasleck zu melden, falls es sich in der
Nähe des Lecks befindet.
 Benutzen Sie nur solch ein Stromkabel, wie in dieser Anleitung beschrieben.
Benutzen Sie das Netzteil nicht in unmittelbarer Nähe zu Wasser oder anderen
Flüssigkeiten. Gießen Sie nie Flüssigkeiten über das Netzteil.
Achtung Laser: Laser Produkt der Klasse I. Achtung - Unsichtbarer Laserstrahl,
vermeiden Sie Kontakt mit dem Strahl bei offenem Gehäuse.
Es besteht Explosionsgefahr, wenn der Akku nicht ordnungsgemäß ersetzt wird.
Ersetzen Sie den Akku nur durch einen Akku gleichen oder äquivalenten Typs,
der vom Hersteller empfohlen wird. Entsorgen Sie Akkus entsprechend den
Anweisungen des Herstellers. Entfernen Sie den Akku auf keinen Fall bei
eingeschaltetem Notebook, da hierdurch Daten verloren gehen könnten.
Der Netzeingabeanschluss dient als Hauptschalter des Geräts.
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Things you must remember before working on your computer
Let your computer acclimate itself
Your notebook can easily stand temperature extremes but it doesn’t like rapid changes
in temperature, like going from the cold outdoors to a warm office. Rapid changes in
temperature can cause water droplets to condense inside your case, threatening to
damage the electronic parts inside.
After receiving your notebook when it’s hot or cold outside, try not to power up the
computer immediately, let the computer adjust to the room temperature gradually at
least for three to four hours.
If your system arrives in cold weather, do not apply power to the
computer or monitor until they have been allowed to come to room
temperature.
Heat, Cold, Humidity, and Glare
Find a suitable place for your computer that’s not too hot, too cold, too dark, or too
bright. Glare can make it hard to read the screen.
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try to allow plenty of room for air to circulate around the case.
Do not block the ventilation opening.
Do not place your computer in direct sunlight.
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Suitable place to work
Your computer will run well wherever you’re comfortable but extremes of
temperature and humidity can be challenging to your system’s parts.
There are some things you can tolerate that the computer can’t — things like static
electricity, dust, water, steam and oil. In case you decide to pull over for roadside
computing, try to choose a clean, comfortable work area for your system.
A lithium-ion battery pack will be available when you are traveling. If you are running
your system for the first time on battery power, remove the battery from the package,
install it into the system and recharge the battery to fully prepare for service.
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There are more and more people spending large amounts of time in front of
computer monitors now that scientists from many fields including anatomy,
psychology, and occupational safety are involved in the study of ergonomically
sound work environments.
A few tips to help you work effectively without a lot of physical discomfort:
• Purchase a chair with armrests and good back support. Don't slouch when sitting;
keep your back straight.
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Try to place the LCD panel or external monitor so that there is little glare from the
sun on the monitor.
Walk around the room every hour.
Every half hour look away from the computer screen for a few minutes.
Place everything that you need to work within easy reach.
Welcome to the Notebook PC
Congratulations on your purchase of the Notebook PC. Your Notebook features the
latest advances in portable computing technology. The Notebook’s modular design
provides maximum expandability without compromising portability.
The high-performance CPU and enhanced IDE hard drive provides you with extra
processing power for handling complex graphics and running large programs.
One PCMCIA slot gives you the ability to use standard PCMCIA cards, such as a LAN
adapter or memory cards.
Getting to Know Your Computer
Opening the LCD Panel
At the front of the Notebook you will find a retaining latch on the display panel that
locks the display in closed position when the Notebook is not in use.
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