Gericom Hollywood 8060 User manual

User’s Manual
Part Number: 5615 6731 0013 R00
(November 2002)

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NOTE
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.

Regulations Information
Class B Regulations
USA
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement
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:
−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.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Please note:
The use of a non-shielded interface cable with this equipment is prohibited.
Wireless LAN Module Statement
FCC CAUTION:
To assure continued compliance (example – use only shielded interface cables when
connecting to computer or peripheral devices), any changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two 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.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance
of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
Canada
Canadian Department of Communications
Radio Interference Regulations Class B Compliance Notice
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian
Department of Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites
applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe B prescrites dans le Règlement sur le
brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada.

About the Battery
Caution Texts Concerning Lithium Batteries
DANISH
ADVARSEL!
Lithiumbatteri – Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med
batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren.
NORWEGIAN
ADVARSEL:
Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en
tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til
fabrikantens instruksjoner.
SWEDISH
VARNING:
Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ
som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens
instruktion.
FINNISH
VAROITUS:
Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan
valmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden
mukaisesti.
ENGLISH
CAUTION:
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries
according to manufacturer's instructions.
DEUTSCH
VORSICHT:
Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßem Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch
denselben oder einen vom Hersteller empfohlenen gleich-wertigen Typ. Entsorgung
gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.
FRENCH
ATTENTION:
II y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer
uniquement avec une batterie du même type ou d’un type équivalent recommandé par le
constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du
fabricant.

Attention (for USA Users)
The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is
recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various 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.
About the Modem
Caution
1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
2. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed
for wet locations.
3. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has
been disconnected at the network interface.
4. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
5. Avoid using the telephone function (other than a cordless type) during an electrical
storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
6. Do not use the telephone function to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
7. Do not use this product near water, for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen
sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
Caution (for USA Users)
To reduce the risk of fire, use only No.26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.

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Table of Contents
Preface........................................................................................v
Chapter 1 Getting Started.......................................................1-1
Getting the Computer Running................................................1-2
Unpacking..........................................................................1-2
Connecting to AC Power ...................................................1-2
Opening the Cover.............................................................1-3
Turning On and Off the Computer.....................................1-4
Taking a Look at the Computer...............................................1-6
Right-Side Components.....................................................1-6
Left-Side Components .......................................................1-7
Rear Components...............................................................1-8
Front Components..............................................................1-9
Bottom Components ........................................................1-10
Top-open Components.....................................................1-11
Where to Go from Here.........................................................1-13
Chapter 2 Operating Your Computer.....................................2-1
Starting and Stopping the Computer........................................2-2
Starting the Computer........................................................2-2
Stopping the Computer......................................................2-2
Using the Keyboard.................................................................2-4
Typewriter Keys.................................................................2-4
Cursor-Control Keys..........................................................2-5
Numeric Keypad................................................................2-6
Euro Symbol ......................................................................2-7

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Windows Keys...................................................................2-7
Function Keys ....................................................................2-7
Fn Key................................................................................2-8
Hot Keys ............................................................................2-8
Using the Touchpad...............................................................2-10
Configuring the Touchpad ...............................................2-12
Using the Floppy Disk Drive.................................................2-13
Connecting the Floppy Disk Drive ..................................2-13
Inserting and Ejecting Floppy Disks................................2-14
Using the Hard Disk Drive ....................................................2-15
Changing the Hard Disk Drive.........................................2-15
Using the CD/DVD Drive......................................................2-18
Inserting and Removing a CD..........................................2-19
Using the CD Player Buttons.................................................2-20
Using the Video Features.......................................................2-22
Configuring the Display Modes.......................................2-22
Using the Audio Features ......................................................2-24
Connecting Audio Devices ..............................................2-24
Using the Communication Features.......................................2-26
Using the Modem.............................................................2-26
Using the LAN.................................................................2-27
Using the Wireless LAN..................................................2-28
Chapter 3 Managing Power....................................................3-1
AC Adapter..............................................................................3-2
Battery Pack.............................................................................3-3
Charging the Battery Pack .................................................3-3
Initializing the Battery Pack...............................................3-4
Checking the Battery Level................................................3-4
Replacing the Battery Pack................................................3-4
Battery Low Signals and Actions.......................................3-6
Power Management .................................................................3-7
Hibernation.........................................................................3-8
Power-Saving Tips...................................................................3-9

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Chapter 4 Expanding Your Computer...................................4-1
Connecting an External Monitor .............................................4-2
Connecting a TV......................................................................4-3
Connecting a Parallel Device...................................................4-5
Connecting a USB Device.......................................................4-6
Connecting an IR Device.........................................................4-7
Connecting an IEEE 1394 Device...........................................4-9
Using PC Cards .....................................................................4-10
PC Card Type...................................................................4-10
CardBus Support..............................................................4-10
Inserting and Removing a PC Card..................................4-10
Internal Components Upgrade...............................................4-12
Chapter 5 Using BIOS Setup..................................................5-1
When and How to Use BIOS Setup.........................................5-2
When to Use.......................................................................5-2
Starting BIOS Setup...........................................................5-2
Moving Around and Making Selections............................5-3
Startup Menu ...........................................................................5-5
Disk Menu ...............................................................................5-6
Components Menu...................................................................5-7
Power Menu.............................................................................5-9
Exit Menu..............................................................................5-10
Chapter 6 Installing Software Drivers ...................................6-1
How to Use the Driver CD ......................................................6-2
Chapter 7 Caring for the Computer.......................................7-1
Protecting the Computer..........................................................7-2
Using the Password............................................................7-2
Using the Cable Lock.........................................................7-2
Using an Anti-Virus Strategy.............................................7-3
Taking Care of the Computer..................................................7-4
Location Guidelines...........................................................7-4
General Guidelines.............................................................7-4
Cleaning Guidelines...........................................................7-5

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Battery Pack Guidelines.....................................................7-5
When Traveling .......................................................................7-6
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting....................................................8-1
Preliminary Checklist ..............................................................8-2
Solving Common Problems.....................................................8-3
Battery Problems................................................................8-4
CD Drive Problems............................................................8-4
Display Problems...............................................................8-5
Floppy Disk Drive Problems..............................................8-7
Hardware Device Problems................................................8-8
Hard Disk Drive Problems.................................................8-8
Infrared Problems...............................................................8-8
Keyboard, Mouse, and Touchpad Problems ......................8-9
LAN Problems .................................................................8-10
WLAN Problems..............................................................8-10
Modem Problems .............................................................8-12
PC Card Problems............................................................8-12
Power Management Problems (for Windows).................8-12
Printer Problems...............................................................8-13
Software Problems...........................................................8-14
Sound Problems ...............................................................8-14
Startup Problems..............................................................8-15
Other Problems.................................................................8-16
Resetting the Computer .........................................................8-17
Appendix A Specifications.................................................... A-1
Index .........................................................................................I-1

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Preface
This manual contains information that will help you operate the
computer. It is divided into 8 chapters, an appendix, and an index.
z Chapter 1, Getting Started, takes you through the process of setting
up the computer and identifying its external components.
z Chapter 2, Operating Your Computer, tells you how to use the
computer’s components and features.
z Chapter 3, Managing Power, provides information on power.
z Chapter 4, Expanding Your Computer, provides information on
installing and using peripheral devices.
z Chapter 5, Using BIOS Setup, describes the SCU program that
configures the computer’s BIOS settings.
z Chapter 6, Installing Software Drivers, describes how to install the
drivers and utilities supplied with the computer.
z Chapter 7, Caring for the Computer, gives you tips in care and
maintenance.
z Chapter 8, Troubleshooting, gives solutions to common problems
you may encounter when using the computer.
z Appendix A, Specifications, gives a brief specification for the
computer.

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Notational Conventions
Throughout this manual, the following conventions are used to
distinguish elements of text.
NOTE: identifies additional information that requires special attention.
CAUTION: identifies important information which, if not followed, may result in loss of
data or damage to the computer.
Keyboard keys are shown in a bold typeset. For example:
Press Enter to complete.
When keys are joined by a plus sign (+), press the first key, and, while
keeping the first key down, press the remaining keys, finally release all
the keys. When necessary, keys are also shown in graphics.
A title, command, setup item, or button that you can see on the screen is
shown in boldface. A value or an option that you can select for a setup
item is shown in italic. For example:
Select Power Management, set it to Enabled, and then click the
OK button.

CHAPTER 1
Getting Started
Congratulations on purchasing this computer.
Your computer incorporates desktop computer capabilities into a
compact notebook-sized package. It can greatly enhance your
productivity either in the office or at home. And, of course, wherever you
need it, the computer is ready and easy “to go.”
This chapter first tells you step by step how to get the computer up and
running. You will find instructions for these procedures:
z Unpacking
z Connecting to AC power
z Opening the cover
z Turning on the computer
z Turning off the computer
Then, you will find a section briefly introducing the external components
of the computer. And the last section navigates you to the information you
may need after the computer is ready for use.

1-2 Getting Started
Getting the Computer Running
This section guides you through the procedures for getting the computer
ready for operation.
Unpacking
After unpacking the shipping carton, you should find these standard
items:
z Notebook computer
z Accessories:
−AC adapter
−AC power cord
−Driver CD
−Modem cable
−S-video to AV cable
−Ferrite core (s)
−This User’s Manual
Inspect all the items. If any item is damaged or missing, notify your dealer
immediately.
Keep the shipping carton and packing materials in case you need to ship
or store the computer in the future.
Connecting to AC Power
The computer operateseither on the external AC power or internal battery
power. It is suggested that you use AC power when you start up the
computer for the very first time.
CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter included with your computer. Using other AC
adapters may damage the computer.
1. Make sure that the computer is turned off.

Getting Started 1-3
2. Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter to the power connector on the
rear of the computer (n).
3. Plug the female end of the AC power cord to the AC adapter and the
male end to an electrical outlet (o).
4. When the AC adapter is connected, power is being supplied from the
electrical outlet to the AC adapter and onto your computer. Now, you
are ready to turn on the computer.
CAUTION:
z Whenyoudisconnect the AC adapter, disconnectfrom the electrical outlet first and
then from the computer. A reverse procedure may damage the AC adapter or the
computer.
z Whenunpluggingtheconnector,always holdtheplughead.Neverpullonthecord.
NOTE: When the AC adapter is connected, it also charges the battery pack. For
information on using battery power, see Chapter 3.
Opening the Cover
CAUTION: Be gentle when opening and closing the cover. Opening it vigorously or
slamming it shut could damage the computer.
Open the top cover by sliding the cover latch toward the right (n) and
lifting up the cover (o). You can tilt the cover forward or backward for
optimal viewing clarity.

1-4 Getting Started
Turning On and Off the Computer
Turning On
1. Make sure that the computer is connected to AC power.
2. Press the power button.
3. Each time the computer is turned on, it performs a Power-On Self
Test (POST), and the operating system such as Windows should start.

Getting Started 1-5
Turning Off
To turn off the computer power, use the “Shut Down” command of your
operating system.
NOTE: There are other ways you can stop the computer so that you will be back to
whereyouleftoffwhenyounextturnonthecomputer.(See“StoppingtheComputer”in
Chapter 2 for information.)
CAUTION: If you have to turn the computer on again immediately after turning it off,
wait for at least five seconds. Turning the computer off and on rapidly can damage it.

1-6 Getting Started
Taking a Look at the Computer
This section identifies the external components of the computer and
briefly describes the function of each component.
NOTE:Dependingonthemodelyoupurchased,the appearanceofyourcomputermay
not be exactly the same as those shown in this manual.
Right-Side Components
Ref Component Description See Also
nPC Card Slot Accepts a PC card for additional functions. P. 4-10
oIR Port Connects an IrDA-compliant device for
wireless data transfer. P. 4-7

Getting Started 1-7
Left-Side Components
Ref Component Description See Also
nVentilation
Openings Do not cover or block the ventilation openings
for air circulation thus preventing overheating.
oCD/DVD/
CD-RW/
Combo Drive
Accepts a compact disc (CD) for installing or
loading software, accessing data, and playing
music/video.
P. 2-18

1-8 Getting Started
Rear Components
Ref Component Description See Also
nPower
Connector Connects the AC adapter. P. 1-2
oUSB Ports Each of the two ports connects a USB device,
such as a floppy disk drive, printer, digital
camera, joystick, and more.
P. 4-6
pIEEE 1394 Port Connects a 1394 device such as a scanner,
printer, DVCAM, VCR, and more. P. 4-9
qRJ-45
Connector Connects the LAN cable. P. 2-27
rParallel Port Connects a parallel device, such as a printer. P. 4-5
sVGA Port Connects an external monitor. P. 4-2
tVentilation
Openings Do not cover or block the ventilation openings
for air circulation thus preventing overheating.
uS-video
Connector Connects an external video device, such as a
TV, supporting S-video input. A S-video to AV
cable comes with the computer for connecting
an AV device.
P. 4-3
vKensington
Lock Locks the computer to a stationery object for
security. P. 7-2
wRJ-11
Connector Connects the telephone line. P. 2-26