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  • Page 2: Notice For Users In The Usa

    (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Responsible Party: SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135 TEL: 1-800-BE-SHARP ® Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets ® guidelines for energy efficiency.

  • Page 3: About The Modem

    If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact Sharp Electronics Corp. for repair and (or) warranty information (Refer to the provided Consumer Limited Warranty sheet).
  • Page 4 For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org Copyright It is the intent of Sharp that this product be used in full compliance with the copyright laws of the United States and that prior permission be obtained from copyright owners whenever necessary.
  • Page 5 TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DISCONNECT THE AC CORD AND THE BATTERY BEFORE SERVICING. CAUTION: FOR A COMPLETE ELECTRICAL DISCONNECTION, PULL OUT THE MAIN PLUG AND THE BATTERY. VORSICHT: UM DIE STROMZUFUHR VOLLSTÄNDIG ZU UNTERBRECHEN, DEN NETZSTECKER HERAUSZIEHEN UND DIE BATTERIE ÈNTFERNEN. ATTENTION: POUR UN ARRET TOTAL DU SYSTEME, DECONNECTEZ LA PRISE DE COURANT SECTEUR ET LA BATTERIE.

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions General • Follow all cautions and instructions, which may be marked, on your computer. • Except as described elsewhere in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Immediately shut off your computer and seek servicing under the following conditions: when the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed •...
  • Page 7 Never subject your computer to sudden shocks or extreme vibration. • Do not drop your computer nor hit it with other equipment. • Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen. • Turn off your computer and disconnect the AC power cord before cleaning. Battery Pack Precautions CAUTION DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED.
  • Page 8 Discharging • Do not use the battery pack for any other purpose than powering your computer. Storage • Store the battery pack in a cool and dry place. Do not store it at temperatures above 60°C (140°F). • Recharge the stored battery pack, before using it. Modem Precautions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be...

  • Page 9: About This Manual

    Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of SHARP Corporation and its sales subsidiaries. SHARP Corporation and its sales subsidiaries shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
  • Page 10 Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Sonic and Sonic MyDVD are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sonic Solutions. DVD-MovieAlbumSE 3 is copyrighted 2000 to 2003 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Power Quest is a registered trademark and EasyRestore is a trademark of PowerQuest Corporation.

  • Page 11: Recording Important Information

    Recording Important Information For future reference, please record the following information in the spaces provided below. Model Number: Serial Number: Date of purchase: Dealer’s Name: Place of purchase: Password: The serial number is printed on a sticker located on the bottom of your computer.

  • Page 12: Manual Conventions

    Manual Conventions This manual uses a set of style conventions described below. Notes and Cautions are italicized with icons: A note icon informs you of a special technique or information that may help you perform a task or better understand a process. A caution icon alerts you to something that may cause problems or damage to hardware, software or data.

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Notice for Users in the USA ...i Safety Precautions ...v About This Manual ...viii Recording Important Information ...x Manual Conventions...xi Table of Contents...xii Overview of Computer ...xiv Quick Setup Installing Battery Pack...1-1 Connecting to AC Power Source ...1-2 Setting Up Windows...1-4 Turning Off Your Computer...1-6 Basic Operations...
  • Page 14 Peripherals Peripheral Device Connectors ...4-1 External Display ...4-3 Audio System ...4-5 USB Device ...4-8 PC Card...4-9 Printer ...4-12 IEEE1394 Device ...4-13 Communication Functions Built-in Modem ...5-1 LAN unit...5-4 Wireless LAN ...5-9 Network Setup Utility...5-13 Setup Utility Running Setup Utility ...6-1 Main Menu ...6-3 Advanced Menu...6-3 Security Menu...6-4...

  • Page 15: Overview Of Computer

    Overview of Computer Each number after an arrow indicates the page referring to the part. Actual appearance of your computer may be slightly different depending on the model. Front Brightness Button →2-33 Power Button →1-3 Antenna/Battery/Power Indicators →1-3, 2-1, 3-3, 5-9 Keyboard →2-5 Memory Stick Slot →2-8...

  • Page 16: Battery Pack

    Right Battery Pack →3-1 Left USB Ports →4-8, 4-12 Security Slot →A-10 Ventilation Openings →v Optical Drive →2-19 Floppy Disk Drive →2-6 IEEE1394 Connector →4-13 Microphone Jack →4-7 Headphone/Audio Output Jack (S/PDIF compliant) →2-27, 4-5, 4-6 PC Card Slot →4-9...
  • Page 17 Rear Ventilation Openings →v AC Adapter Jack →1-2 Bottom Cooling Fan →v Battery Pack →3-1 Cooling Fan →v External Monitor Port →4-3 S Video Output Jack →2-27 USB Ports →4-8, 4-12 LAN Jack →5-4 Modem Jack →5-2...

  • Page 18: Quick Setup

    Quick Setup Your computer is designed and pre-configured for easy setup and use. This chapter describes the steps to set up and run your computer as quickly as possible. Read this chapter first. Installing Battery Pack Your computer is powered with either the rechargeable battery pack or AC power source.

  • Page 19: Connecting To Ac Power Source

    Connecting to AC Power Source • Always use the AC adapter and AC power cord included with your computer. Using others may damage your computer. • Always hold the AC power cord by the plug when removing it from the wall outlet.
  • Page 20 Slide the display cover lock lever to the right until the display cover releases, and raise the cover. Display Cover Lock Lever Press the power button to turn on your computer. Power Indicator Power Button When you turn on your computer, the power indicator ( computer goes through a self test to detect any problems, and Windows setup process starts.

  • Page 21: Setting Up Windows

    Setting Up Windows To set up Windows, follow the instructions on the screen. See also the Windows quick start guide. It takes approximately 5-10 minutes to complete the entire setup process. The steps in the setup process are as follows: •...
  • Page 22 Properties Dialog Box on Windows In this manual, you will often see the expression “XXX Properties dialog box.” The dialog box is a window containing text boxes, check boxes, buttons, etc., with which you can send commands to Windows or other applications. To open the properties dialog boxes, click start - Control Panel.

  • Page 23: Turning Off Your Computer

    Turning Off Your Computer When you’ve finished using your computer, turn it off with one of the following steps: • From the start menu 1. Click start - Turn Off Computer. 2. In the Turn off computer dialog box, select Turn Off. •...

  • Page 24: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer. Choosing Power Source You can use your computer with one of the following power sources: • AC power from a wall outlet Use AC power whenever possible; rely on the battery only when AC power is not available.

  • Page 25: Resetting System

    Using AC Adapter When connected to a wall outlet, the AC adapter provides power for operation and charges the battery pack. The AC input voltage can range from 100 to 240 volts so that you can use your computer with the appropriate plug adapter. The AC power cord included with your computer is appropriate for the voltage used in the area in which you purchased your computer.

  • Page 26: Using Glide Pad

    Using Glide Pad Your computer is equipped with an integrated pointing device called glide pad. Using the glide pad, you can move the pointer, select an item from a menu and perform other tasks in the same way you would with a mouse. •...
  • Page 27 Using Glide Pad Take a moment to become familiar with how the glide pad works. Place Your Fingertip Place your left or right hand next to the glide pad, resting your wrist naturally in a relaxed manner. Place your thumb or finger on the glide pad. Move Your Fingertip The rectangular pad of the glide pad acts like a miniature duplicate of the display.

  • Page 28: Using Keyboard

    Using Keyboard Your computer, equipped with the Windows enhanced keyboard, provides all the functionality of a full-sized desktop keyboard. Special Keys Windows Key Application Key System Function Keys When pressed together with the Fn key, function keys set specific system parameters. This combination is sometimes referred to as “hot keys”.

  • Page 29: Using Floppy Disk Drive

    Using Floppy Disk Drive Your computer supports a double-density (2DD) 720KB or high-density (2HD) 1.44MB floppy disk. Handling Floppy Disk • Do not open the shutter and touch the disk inside; otherwise, you will not be able to read or write data from/to the disk. •...
  • Page 30 Ejecting Before removing the floppy disk, make sure the floppy disk drive indicator is not lit. Press the eject button firmly. The disk pops out slightly. Remove it and store it properly. Eject Button Formatting Floppy Disk Make sure the floppy disk is not write-protected, and insert it into the floppy disk drive.

  • Page 31: Using Memory Stick Slot

    Using Memory Stick Slot Your computer is equipped with the Memory Stick slot. Available card sizes are 16MB, 32MB, 64MB and 128MB. • Your computer support 16MB Memory Stick Duo card. (requiring an adapter) • Memory Stick PRO is not available for your computer. •...
  • Page 32 Make sure to insert the card with the notched part toward the left. Otherwise, the card and your computer may be damaged. If the dialog box asking you What do you want Windows to do? appears, select the task you want. Ejecting •...

  • Page 33: Using Sd/Smartmedia Combo Slot

    Using SD/SmartMedia Combo Slot Your computer is equipped with the SD/SmartMedia combo slot. You cannot use a SD memory card and a SmartMedia simultaneously. SD/SmartMedia Combo Slot Inserting and Ejecting SD Memory Card Available card sizes are 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, 256MB and 512MB. •...
  • Page 34 Inserting You can insert a SD memory card without turning off your computer. Insert a SD memory card into the slot with the SD logo faced up and the notched part toward the right so that it will lock into place. When the card inserted correctly, the SD/SmartMedia combo slot indicator lights green and it is ready for reading or writing.
  • Page 35 Click start – My Computer. Right-click the icon of SD drive; then, click Eject. The SD card/SmartMedia combo slot indicator turns off. Push the card into your computer and release it. It will slightly pop out. Confirm the indicator lights off before ejecting the SD memory card. Gently pull out the card.
  • Page 36 Inserting You can insert a SmartMedia card without turning off your computer. Insert a SmartMedia card into the slot with the notched part toward the right. When the card is inserted correctly, the SD/SmartMedia combo slot indicator lights green and it is ready for reading or writing. SD/SmartMedia Combo Slot Indicator Notched Part...
  • Page 37 Push the card into your computer and release it. It will slightly pop out. Confirm the indicator lights off before ejecting the SmartMedia card. Gently pull out the card. Close the My Computer window. 2-14...

  • Page 38: Using Compact Flash Card Slot

    Using Compact Flash Card Slot Your computer is equipped with the compact flash card slot supporting Type I and Type II Compact Flash cards. Available card sizes are 32 MB to 1GB. • Your computer does not support Compact Flash I/O cards. •...
  • Page 39 Push the CF card eject button again until the protection card comes out. Remove the protection card. Protection Card Confirm the CF card eject button is inside the cabinet. If not, push it all the way inside the cabinet for safekeeping. Insert a Compact Flash card into the slot as shown below.
  • Page 40 Ejecting • Do not turn off your computer or eject the Compact Flash card when the compact flash card slot indicator is blinking. Otherwise, the Compact Flash card and/or the data may be damaged. • Be sure to follow the instructions below when ejecting a Compact Flash card.
  • Page 41 Confirm the indicator lights off before ejecting the Compact Flash card. Confirm the CF card eject button is inside the cabinet. If not, push it all the way inside the cabinet for safekeeping. Insert the protection card, with the arrow faced up, into the slot. Arrow Facing Up Be sure to insert the protection card to protect the CF card slot from being damaged after you finish using the Compact Flash card slot.

  • Page 42: Using Optical Drive

    • For DVD-RAM discs, your computer support non-cartridge discs or Type2/Type4 removable cartridge discs. When you use the removable disc, be sure to remove the cartridge from the media. • A list of recommended media may be found on the Sharp Systems website (http://www.sharpsystems.com). 36mW, 662nm(DVD-R/RW/RAM) DVD-R/RW/RAM &...
  • Page 43 Handling Disc • Do not write on either side of the disc, particularly the non-label side. Data is read/write from/into the non-label side. Do not mark this surface. • Keep your discs away from direct sunlight, heat and excessive moisture. •...
  • Page 44 Place your disc, label side up, onto the tray and slightly press the center of the disc until it locks into place. Gently push the tray back into your computer. • Do not leave the tray pulled out. Also, avoid touching the lens in the tray.
  • Page 45 Remove the disc from the tray by holding its edge. Gently push the tray back into your computer. Writing Data to Disc • Before writing to discs, follow the instructions below: • Connect the AC adapter. If the battery is discharged, writing process will stop and fail.
  • Page 46 • With the Windows CD writing software Prior to using this software, you need to enable the CD writing function. To enable the Window CD writing function: Click start – My Computer. Right-click DVD-RAM Drive (E:) and click Properties. Click Recording tab and check the box of Enable CD recording on this drive. Click OK.
  • Page 47 Use Drag’n Drop CD+DVD to write data and MyDVD to create videos each installed on your computer. To run the Drag’n Drop CD+DVD, click start – All Programs – Drag’n Drop CD+DVD – Drag’n Drop CD+DVD. To run the MyDVD, click start – All Programs – Sonic – MyDVD – Start MyDVD. •...
  • Page 48 Click Start, then, Yes. Click OK, then, Close. Close the window. Watching DVD Video You can enjoy watching DVD videos on your computer using the application called WinDVD. See online help of WinDVD for more details. To run the application, click start – All Programs – InterVideo WinDVD4 - InterVideo WinDVD4.
  • Page 49 Your DVD drive region code can be changed. Code change is limited. Once the limit is reached, it cannot be changed any more. To confirm the limit, click Region tab of Setup dialog box and check the bottom line in the window. (Refer to Using Parental Control section on the next page to open the Setup dialog box.) Make sure to log on your computer as a member of the Computer administrators group.
  • Page 50 Using Parental Control If you want to set the parental control to prevent your children from watching an inappropriate movie, follow the steps below: Run the InterVideo WinDVD4. Right-click somewhere in the InterVideo WinDVD4 window and click Setup…. Setup dialog box will appear. In Preferences tab, click Set Password button in Parental Playback Control section.
  • Page 51 Turn on the television set, then, your computer. Click start – Control Panel. Click Appearance and Themes – Display in Category view, or double-click Display icon in Classic view. Display Properties dialog box opens. Click Settings tab - Advanced button. Select GeForce4 440 Go 64M tab.
  • Page 52 When you use speakers: Connect your speakers to your computer and click the subpanel button ( Select Speakers from the Listen on pull-down menu. 3. Click OFF button to enable this function. It turns ON. When you use headphones: Connect your headphones to your computer and click the subpanel button ( Select Headphones from the Listen on pull-down menu.
  • Page 53 In Sonic MyDVD Wizard dialog box, type a project name in Choose a name for your project field. Insert a new DVD-R into the optical drive and then, click Next button. If necessary, change record settings, create chapter points, and/or set record length.
  • Page 54 Right-click the image to be titled in the thumbnail display field on the right side of the DVD-MovieAlbum window and select 3D Title. Type a title name up to 16 characters, if an input box appears, and then, click OK. If not, skip this step. The input title can be moved using the position/rotation setting buttons.

  • Page 55: Controlling Volume

    Controlling Volume You can adjust the output volume of your computer with one of the following volume controls that interact with each other. With keyboard Press and hold Fn key and then, press F3 ( Press and hold Fn key and then, press F4 ( This operation also adjusts the Windows volume control.

  • Page 56: Adjusting Display

    Adjusting Display You can adjust the brightness, resolution, and number of colors of the internal LCD display for more comfortable viewing. Changing Brightness of Display Press and hold Fn key and then, press F6 ( internal LCD display. Press and hold Fn key and then, press F7 ( internal LCD display.

  • Page 57: Changing Wallpaper And Setting Screen Saver

    In the Display Properties dialog box, select Settings tab. Select the number of the colors in Color quality, and select the resolution in Screen resolution. Refer to the table below for possible resolution and colors. Click OK. If the Monitor Setting dialog box appears, click Yes. Available Resolutions and Colors Resolution 800 x 600...

  • Page 58: Sharing Your Computer

    Setting Screen Saver In the Display Properties dialog box, select Screen Saver tab. Select an appropriate screen saver from the pull-down menu in Screen saver field and set time when screen saver starts. Click OK. To disable the screen saver, select [None] from the Screen saver pull- down menu.

  • Page 59: Set Password To User Account

    Log off Your Computer “Log off” is useful because you do not have to turn off your computer when you finish your task and pass your computer to another person. There are two ways to log off your computer; Switch User and Log Off. If you select Switch User, you can pass your computer to another person without closing your current applications.
  • Page 60 Select Create a password string. • If the password has been already set, Create a password will not appear. • Only the members of the Computer administrators group can set a password to another user account. Type a new password. Type the new password again to confirm it.
  • Page 61 Deleting Password Follow the steps 1-2 on Setting Password. Select the account to be deleted, if you log on to your computer as a member of the Computer administrators group. If you log on your computer with a limited account, skip this step. (You cannot delete the password of another user account.) Select Remove my password string or Remove the password string.

  • Page 62: Battery And Power Management

    Battery and Power Management This chapter explains how to manage your computer’s power effectively and use the battery pack. In this section, you often see the expression “Power Options Properties dialog box”. To open the dialog box: 1. Click start - Control Panel. 2.

  • Page 63: Checking Battery Level

    Charging Battery Pack Connect the AC adapter to your computer. While the battery is being charged, the battery indicator lights orange. When the battery is fully charged, the battery indicator turns green. Charging time may vary according to the status of your computer. •...
  • Page 64 Low Battery Indication When the battery power becomes significantly low, the battery indicator ( red, the warning beep sounds. Save your data and turn off your computer, or connect your computer to AC power source immediately. Otherwise, your computer will shut down and the unsaved data may be lost.
  • Page 65 When the battery is full charged, the battery indicator turns green. Turn on your computer and press F2 to open the Setup Utility when the message <F2> to enter System Configuration Utility appears. Disconnect the AC adapter. Leave your computer on until the battery is completely discharged and the system shuts down automatically.
  • Page 66 Slide the battery lock lever to the left and hold it, then, press the battery release button and hold it, then, pull out the battery. Battery Lock Lever Battery Release Button Insert a new battery pack into your computer with the battery release button side Make sure that you put in the battery pack properly until you hear the clicking sound.

  • Page 67: Power Management

    Power Management Power management saves electricity and extends battery life by controlling power supply to built-in devices. You can set the following power management properties on Windows. • Stopping power supply to the hard disk • Stopping power supply to the display •...
  • Page 68 • System standby stores the current condition of your computer in RAM and stops power supply to all but a few essential components. Your system enters and resumes from System standby per the conditions mentioned later. In System standby, the power indicator blinks green. To resume from System standby, operate your computer again.
  • Page 69 Set Timer to Enter System Standby/Hibernate Automatically Your computer will enter System standby/hibernate automatically when the specified time has passed without any operation. To set the time: In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Power Schemes tab. From the pull-down menus in System standby or System hibernates, select the elapsed time before your computer automatically enters System standby/hibernate.
  • Page 70 • You press Fn+F12 ( ). The above functions if you perform the following: In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Advanced tab. Select Hibernate or Stand by in When I press the sleep button on my computer. Click OK. Close the Control Panel window.
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  • Page 72: Peripherals

    Peripherals This chapter describes how to use peripheral devices with your computer. You can connect a printer, an external monitor, an IEEE 1394 device, or other devices to your computer. To ensure proper use, be sure to read the instructions for each peripheral device before connecting it to your computer.
  • Page 73 Connectors for peripherals External Monitor Port S Video Output Jack (Refer to Chapter 2.) Connector Shape Connector name USB Port IEEE1394 Connector External Monitor Port S Video Output Jack Headphone/ Audio Output Jack Microphone Jack USB Ports Connector shape IEEE1394 Connector Microphone Jack Headphone/ Audio Output Jack...

  • Page 74: External Display

    External Display You can use an external monitor with your computer. To display images on both displays simultaneously, use the 1024x768 resolution. • Some monitors, which are not compatible with your computer, may not display correctly. • In this section, you often see the expression “Display Properties dialog box.”...
  • Page 75 Click OK; then, follow the instructions shown on the screen. • You can also switch the display with Fn+F5 ( • While playing video or animation, you may not be able to switch the display. • To change the resolution and colors, refer to Adjusting Display of Chapter 2.

  • Page 76: Audio System

    Audio System You can output sound to speakers, audio equipment or a headphone and also input sound through a microphone. Connecting Speakers You can connect stereo speakers with an amplifier to the audio output jack on your computer. Headphone/Audio Output Jack Stereo Mini Plug Connecting Digital Audio Equipment The audio output jack of your computer is compliant with S/PDIF (Sony/Philips...
  • Page 77 When recording sound from an audio equipment: • Use AC adapter for your computer and the digital audio equipment. • Exit other application programs. • Disable Windows power management. • Do not enter System standby/hibernate. • Do not operate your computer. •...
  • Page 78 Connecting Microphone You can input sound using an external microphone connected to the microphone jack. Use an electret condenser microphone with an impedance of 2.2kΩ and an allowable voltage of 2.5V. Microphone Jack Mini Plug To record sound: Click start; then, point All Programs – Accessories – Entertainment. Click Sound Recorder.

  • Page 79: Usb Device

    USB Device Your computer has an interface called Universal Serial Bus (USB) and its four USB ports support USB 1.1 and USB 2.0. With a USB connection, you can connect/ disconnect peripherals to/from the ports without turning off your computer. Generally, when a device is connected to your computer, the necessary driver will be installed automatically.

  • Page 80: Pc Card

    PC Card Your computer is equipped with a PC card (supporting PC Card Standard) slot, which can accommodate a Type II or a CardBus compliant card. You can insert/eject a PC card without turning off your computer. Inserting PC Card When you insert a protruding PC card such as wireless networking card: •...

  • Page 81: Ejecting Pc Card

    Insert a PC card into the slot with the label faced up until it locks into place. Label Face Up If the dialog box asking you What do you want Windows to do? appears, select the task you want. Ejecting PC Card •...
  • Page 82 Push the eject button until the PC card pops out, then, remove the PC card. Confirm the PC card eject button inside the cabinet. If not, push it all the way inside the cabinet for safekeeping. 4-11...

  • Page 83: Printer

    Printer You can connect a printer to one of the USB ports. • Before using a printer, read the printer manual and install the printer driver. • Be sure to read the printer manual before connecting the USB printer to your computer.

  • Page 84: Ieee1394 Device

    IEEE1394 Device You can connect the IEEE1394 devices to the IEEE1394 port on your computer. The IEEE1394 is a digital interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in two directions between devices, and for controlling other equipments. When two or more IEEE1394 compatible devices are connected to your computer in a daisy chain, operations and data transactions are possible with not only the equipment that is directly connected, but also with other devices via the directly connected...
  • Page 85 Install the driver according to the instructions on the screen. Generally when you connect the device to your computer, the necessary driver will be installed automatically. Start the appropriate application for handling your data. Disconnecting IEEE1394 Device Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon ( the icon, click Step 3.

  • Page 86: Communication Functions

    Communication Functions This chapter explains how to use the built-in modem, the LAN unit and the wireless LAN function. • When you use communications software: • Connect your computer to the AC power source. • Disable power management. (Refer to Disabling Power Management of Chapter 3.) •...
  • Page 87 Connecting Modem to Telephone Line Turn off your computer. Connect an end of the included modem cable to the modem jack (with on the rear side of your computer. Connect the other end of the modem cable to the telephone line. Modem Jack Be sure not to insert into the LAN jack (with both the modem cable and the LAN jack.
  • Page 88 3. In Location Information dialog box, select your country, type your area code, etc., and select your dial type; then, click OK twice. 4. Close the Control Panel window. After the configuration, click or double-click Phone and Modem Options (icon) to open Phone and Modem Options dialog box and double-click the location name of Locations field in Dialing Rules tab for the information you have already set.

  • Page 89: Lan Unit

    LAN unit You can connect your computer to 100 Base-TX/10 Base-T LAN (Local Area Network). To activate the LAN unit on your computer, perform the following steps. Never insert any cables, but a LAN cable, which have different electric characteristics from those of the LAN cable. Otherwise, the LAN unit and the cables may be damaged.
  • Page 90 Be sure not to insert into the modem jack (with the LAN cable and the modem jack. You can also directly communicate with another computer using a cross LAN cable. Turn on your computer. Configuring LAN Unit Click start - Control Panel. Click Network and Internet Connections;...
  • Page 91 Configuring Network Settings You can configure your network settings in various manners according to the network environments. This section provides one of them in the following environment. • When connecting two computers, which do not have Internet connections, directly each other with a cross LAN cable •...
  • Page 92 Click Next. Input Computer description, if necessary and Computer name, then, click Next. The Computer name should be unique. Type a name that is different from that of the other computer. Type a Workgroup name and click Next. The Workgroup name should be same as that of the other computer. 10.
  • Page 93 Right-click a folder to be shared and click Sharing and Security…. XXX Properties dialog box will open. (XXX is the folder’s name.) Check the box of Share this folder on the network. Confirm the name typed in Share name field is the folder name to be shared. When you have not used Network Setup Wizard or shared any folders or drivers before, follow these instructions to enable file sharing.

  • Page 94: Wireless Lan

    Wireless LAN Your computer has an integrated wireless LAN function compliant with IEEE 802.11b standard. You can access the network by the wireless LAN. There are two kinds of wireless networks: a network using an access point and an Adhoc network. You can connect your computer to a wired LAN or the Internet through an access point that is also compliant with IEEE 802.11b standard.
  • Page 95 Connecting to Internet via Access Point You can connect your computer to the Internet or a wired network via an access point supporting IEEE 802.11b. Refer to the manual of the access point or consult your network administrator if you are not sure. Communicating with Other Computers •...
  • Page 96 11. Configure the network by setting the name of your computer and workgroup for the communication. To communicate with other wireless enabled computers, set your computer name and the workgroup name. The computer name should be unique and the workgroup name should be same as others. Confirming Status of Wireless Connection Before performing the following instructions, confirm the devices that you want to communicate with are enabled for wireless LAN.
  • Page 97 Connecting to WEP Configured Network Wireless communication has security issues. Some networks are configured with WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) keys or encryption keys to protect the transmitted data. To connect into the WEP configured network, follow the steps below. Right-click Wireless Network Connection icon ( View Available Wireless Networks.

  • Page 98: Network Setup Utility

    To set your specific network settings, confirm that your computer is connected into the network and has the proper settings for your current environment and follow the instructions below. Click start – All Programs – SHARP Network Setup Utility – SHARP Network Setup Utility. Click OK.
  • Page 99 • Make sure your computer is connected to the proper environment. • If your hardware or software configuration has been changed after loading a network, you may not be able to switch to other stored networks properly. In this case, you may need to reconfigure the settings.

  • Page 100: Setup Utility

    Setup Utility This chapter describes how to run the Setup Utility to change settings on your computer. Running Setup Utility With the Setup Utility, you can customize the system configuration information, such as time and date, port assignments, or passwords. The information you have specified is saved in a special area called CMOS RAM, which the system reads every time you turn on the computer.
  • Page 101 Entering and Exiting Setup Utility Turn on the computer. When <F2> to enter System Configuration Utility appears, press F2. The Setup Utility opens. Set the settings to the appropriate ones. Refer to the next section. Select Exit menu; then press Enter. Select one of the exit methods, and press Enter.

  • Page 102: Main Menu

    Main Menu Date and Time defines the system date and time. Use arrow keys to select the value, and minus key or space bar to change value. Hard Disk Type shows the type of the hard disk of your computer. Press Enter to show the details.

  • Page 103: Security Menu

    Security Menu Set Password defines the password (up to eight characters). See the next section about the password setting. If you lose your password, you will be unable to access the computer or change the configuration. Make sure to select a password you will never forget, or write it down and protect it in a secure place.
  • Page 104 Changing Password In the Security menu of the Setup Utility, select Set Password and press Enter. Type your current password, and press Enter. Type your new password, and press Enter. Type your new password again, and press Enter. If you want the password required when booting, confirm Password On Boot is marked with Use Tab key to highlight OK and press Enter.

  • Page 105: Exit Menu

    Exit Menu Exit Saving Changes saves the settings you have changed and exits the Setup Utility. Exit Discarding Changes exits the Setup Utility without saving the settings you have changed. Load Setup Defaults returns the values of all items to the default. To exit, select one of the above items.

  • Page 106: Appendixes

    Appendixes The appendixes contain additional information on the use and care of your computer. Memory Module You can insert a memory module and upgrade the memory size of your computer. See the provided supplement for the default or maximum memory size of your computer. For available memory modules, contact your local dealer.
  • Page 107 Loosen the screw indicated by an arrow and remove it. Screw Turn your computer over and put it on a large, stable work place; then, open the display cover fully and set the display lied flat over the work surface: then, put a dry cloth over the front area of the cabinet as below.
  • Page 108 Slightly displace the cover to the right. Lift the cover straight up and remove it. Gently lift the keyboard, holding the projected part. Always hold its projected part to lift the keyboard. Cover Projected Part...
  • Page 109 Gently pull the keyboard out of the cabinet and fold down the keyboard over the cloth. • Always hold the edges of the keyboard when turning it over. • Do not pull out the keyboard with excessive power. The keyboard connection cable may be damaged.
  • Page 110 10. Press down the memory module softly, matching the notched parts of the module with the projected parts of the memory socket, until you hear the clicking sound. Projected Part 11. Put back the memory slot cover, remove the cloth and set the keyboard in the oriented position, matching all the five projected parts of the keyboard with the notched parts of the cabinet.
  • Page 111 13. Push the cover to the left until you hear the clicking sound, so that the cover will be set in the oriented position. 14. Close the display cover and turn your computer over; then, tighten the screw. 15. Put back the battery pack, turn your computer over and connect the AC power source to your computer.

  • Page 112: Maintenance And Care

    Uninstalling Memory Module Follow steps 1- 8 of Inserting Memory Module and turn over the memory slot cover. Slightly bend the two latches outwards until the memory module is released. Remove the memory module and follow the steps 11 - 16 of Inserting Memory Module.
  • Page 113 Loosen the screws and remove them. Remove the cover. Remove the backup battery. Never use a metallic material. If the material touches to the circuit, your computer may malfunction. Screws Cover Backup Battery...
  • Page 114 Insert a new backup battery, with the plus side (a part number is printed) up, into the hook of the socket and press it down. Put back the cover. Tighten the screws. Insert the rechargeable battery pack and turn your computer over. Connect the AC adapter and turn on your computer.
  • Page 115 12. Confirm Exit Saving Changing is highlighted and press Enter twice. The system will start. 13. Double-click the time appearing on the right of the taskbar. 14. Set the time and date in Date and Time Properties dialog box and click OK. 15.
  • Page 116 Cleaning Computer Cabinet Apply a small amount of mild cleaning solution to a dry, lint-free cloth and wipe the cabinet with the cloth. • Never clean your computer while it is powered on. • Do not use alcohol, benzene, thinner or other strong chemical agents that may damage the cabinet.
  • Page 117 • If you carry your computer in a bag, try to avoid unnecessary pressure, caused by the stuff of the bag, to your computer. • Disconnect the AC adapter and any other cables and any peripherals from your computer. • Fully charge the standard battery pack and bring the AC adapter and the AC power cord with your computer.

  • Page 118: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter describes how to troubleshoot computer problems. Common Problems Problems with your computer can be caused by something as minor as an unplugged power cord or as major as a damaged hard disk drive. The information in this troubleshooting section is designed to help you find and solve minor problems.
  • Page 119 Trouble when Starting Question: Why doesn't the power indicator or the battery indicator turn • Confirm the AC adapter is correctly connected to the AC adapter jack of your computer. • Confirm the AC power cable is correctly connected to a live wall outlet. Connect another electric equipment to the wall outlet and check whether it is live or not.
  • Page 120 In exit menu, select Load Setup Defaults and press Enter twice. Confirm Exit Saving Changing is highlighted and press Enter twice. The system will start. Set time and date correctly. • If you often see the message even after performing the above, the backup battery should have no capacity left.
  • Page 121 • Make sure the external monitor is selected as the output display by pressing Fn+F5 ( ). • If you use Fn+F5 ( ) to change the output display, the image may be distorted. Press Fn+F5 ( ) again to return the previous display and use Display Properties dialog box to change it again.
  • Page 122 Click Device Settings>> button – Select Output Device. Confirm TV is selected and click Advenced…. In Device Settings dialog box, select the appropriate TV type from Format pull- down menu. Click OK and follow the on-screen instructions. • Confirm TV SYSTEM in the Setup Utility is set to the appropriate type. Enter the Setup Utility.
  • Page 123 Trouble with Floppy Disks Question: Why can't I use a floppy disk? • Confirm the floppy disk is inserted correctly. • Confirm the drive and file name are correct. • The floppy disk may not be formatted or could be corrupted. Format the disk or use another disk.
  • Page 124 Question: Why can’t I read/write data from/onto a disc or play files? • Confirm the disc is inserted correctly. • Confirm the drive and file names are correct. • Confirm the disc is not stained or scratched. • Confirm the disc or files are supported. Question: Why can’t I record data to DVD-RAM? •...
  • Page 125 Question: Why isn’t the optical drive recognized? • If your computer is turned on with some kind of DVD inserted in the drive, the drive may not be recognized. In this case, turn off your computer and open the disk tray with the step on Question: Why does not the drive open? on the previous page.
  • Page 126 Question: Why can't I access the LAN? • Confirm the cable is properly connected to the LAN jack and the network hub. • Confirm the network configuration is appropriate. Follow these steps: Open the System Properties dialog box. Click Hardware tab; then Device Manager button. Double-click the Network adapters string, then, SiS 900-Based PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter.
  • Page 127 Select the desired network in the Available wireless networks list; then, connect to the network. (Refer to Confirming Status of Wireless Connection section in Chapter 5.) Question: Why can't I connect to the network via an access point? • Confirm the wireless LAN antennas are enabled. When the antenna indicator lights green, the antennas are enabled.
  • Page 128 Communicating with Other Computers section in Chapter 5.) Also confirm the other computers are in ad-hoc mode. • Adjust the distance between your computers by bringing your computer closer to others and remove any obstructions that may impede the communication; then, try to connect again.
  • Page 129 • Confirm a driver necessary for the device is installed. • Set System standby and System hibernates to Never in Power Options Properties dialog box. If this does not work, set Turn off hard disks to Never. • Right-click Norton AntiVirus icon ( ) on the taskbar, then, click Disable Auto- Protect.
  • Page 130 Click Performance and Maintenance; then, System. If Classic view is selected, double-click System icon. Click Hardware tab; then, Device Manager button. Double-click the device you cannot use. Confirm Use this device (enable) is selected in Device usage field. Question: Why can't I produce sound? •...
  • Page 131 Question: Why the recording level is low? • Follow these steps. Double-click speaker symbol on the taskbar. In Volume Control dialog box, select Properties from Options menu. Check Recording in Adjust volume for section, then, click OK. In Recording Control dialog box, select Advanced Controls from Options menu. Advanced button will appear in Microphone field.
  • Page 132 Index AC adapter connecting, 1-2 using, 2-2 Account creating, 2-35 switching, 2-36 Antenna indicator, 5-9 Audio connecting audio equipment, 4-5 connecting headphone, 4-6 connecting microphone, 4-7 connecting speakers, 4-5 controlling volume, 2-32 Backup battery, A-7 Battery pack changing, 3-4 charging, 3-2 checking level, 3-2 conditioning, 3-3 indicator, 2-1, 3-3...
  • Page 133 Glide pad changing configuration, 2-4 clicking and double-clicking, 2-4 drag and drop, 2-4 enabling, 2-3 scroll, 2-4 troubleshooting, T-5 Hard disk drive troubleshooting, T-6 IEEE1394 device connecting, 4-13 disconnecting, 4-14 Indicators antenna, 5-9 battery, 2-1, 3-3 power, 1-3, 2-1 status, xiv Keyboard function keys, 2-5 special keys, 2-5...
  • Page 134 system hibernate, 3-6 system standby, 3-6 Printer, 4-12 Resetting, 2-2 Screen saver, 2-35 Setup utility advanced menu, 6-3 changing settings, 6-2 entering and exiting, 6-2 exit menu, 6-6 main menu, 6-3 running, 6-1 security menu, 6-4 SD memory card ejecting, 2-11 inserting, 2-11 Sequrity cable, A-10 SmartMedia card...
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