Texas Instruments Extensa 670 User manual

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Contents
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Preface
Chapter 1 Before You Begin
Creating Backup Disks .................................1-2
Features of the Computer..............................1-3
Environmental Specifications........................1-5
Using the Computer......................................1-7
Power Saving Modes .....................................1-9
Securing the Computer...............................1-14
Using the AC Adapter..................................1-15
Chapter 2 Using Your Computer
Starting the Computer ..................................2-3
Using the Brightness and Contrast Controls..2-4
Turning the Speakers On and Off..................2-5
Using the Microphone...................................2-6
Using PC Cards ............................................2-7
Using Indicator Lights.................................2-10
Using the Touchpad....................................2-13
Using Disk Drives.......................................2-15
Adding Memory...........................................2-25
Using the Keyboard.....................................2-28
Using the Internal Numeric Keypad.............2-32
Using Connectors and Ports........................2-34
Chapter 3 Using Battery Power
Guidelines for Battery Use ............................3-2
Switching to Battery Power ...........................3-4
Responding to Low Battery Conditions...........3-5
Recharging the Battery..................................3-7
Calibrating the Battery..................................3-8
Removing and Installing the Battery Pack....3-10
Re-Installing the Battery Compartment Door..3-12
Conserving Battery Power ...........................3-13

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Chapter 4 Options
AC Adapter...................................................4-2
PC Cards......................................................4-3
PS/2 Devices................................................4-4
External Monitor...........................................4-5
External Mouse ............................................4-6
Memory........................................................4-7
Audio Options...............................................4-8
Docking Option.............................................4-9
Miscellaneous Options................................4-10
Chapter 5 Using Software
Using Supplied Software ...............................5-2
Getting Online Help......................................5-3
Guidelines for Installing Applications ............5-4
Using System Passwords...............................5-6
Chapter 6 Mobility
Disconnecting from the Desktop....................6-2
Moving Around.............................................6-3
Taking the Computer Home...........................6-4
Traveling with the Computer.........................6-7
Traveling Internationally with the Computer.....6-9
Chapter 7 Care and Troubleshooting
Cleaning the Computer.................................7-2
Troubleshooting Tips ....................................7-3
Startup Error Messages ................................7-4

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This manual describes features of the Texas
Instruments Extensa™ 670 Series notebook
computers. The Extensa series computers are
similar in appearance and incorporate such
features as CardBus, 16-bit stereo audio,
module bay, Fast Infrared and internal pointing
device.
This manual should answer most of the
questions you have about the day-to-day
operation of your Extensa notebook computer.
Use the Just for Starters… instructions that
came with your computer to get your computer
running for the first time.
You should also take advantage of the online
help files that are available with almost all of the
programs shipped with your computer.
We hope you enjoy your Extensa computer.
With proper care, your computer will provide
you with years of productive service.