User manual ACER B246HL

[. . . ] To enter suspend mode, disconnect the monitor plug, open the display and close the display again. 4-2 User's Manual 4. 2 External Keyboard This notebook has a keyboard with full-sized keys and an embedded keypad. If you feel more comfortable using a desktop keyboard, you can install a PS/2-compatible external keyboard. To connect an external keyboard, plug the external keyboard into the PS/2 ). [. . . ] See section 4. 9. 2. Options 4-3 4. 3 External Keypad You can also use a 17-key numeric keypad for number-intensive data entry applications. To connect the keypad, plug in the keypad connector to the ) at the rear of the notebook. PS/2 port ( Figure 4-3 Connecting an External Keypad 4-4 User's Manual 4. 4 External Pointing Device This notebook accepts either a serial mouse or PS/2-compatible mouse or similar pointing device. Connecting an External Pointing Device Plug a serial mouse into the serial port ( compatible mouse into the PS/2 port ( ) on the rear panel; plug a PS/2) on the rear panel. To enable a serial mouse, you need to use the Add New Hardware tool in the Windows 95 Control Panel to detect and install the necessary drivers. If you connect an external PS/2 mouse to the notebook, press -_ to enter suspend-to-memory mode. Then press any key to return to enable the external mouse. Installing an external PS/2 mouse disables the built-in touchpad. (a) Serial Mouse (b) PS/2 Mouse Figure 4-4 Connecting an External Pointing Device Options 4-5 Setting the External Mouse Location Parameter After connecting the external mouse or similar pointing device, press -P to enter Setup and verify the location of the external pointing device. Select Power Saving Options to display the following screen: Power Saving Options Page 1/1 When Lid is Closed ------------------ [ Suspend to Disk ] Suspend to Disk on Critical Battery - [Enabled ] Display Always On ------------------Internal Speaker -------------------External Mouse Location ------------Internal Modem ---------------------Resume On Modem Ring ---------------Resume On Schedule -----------------Resume Date --------------------Resume Time --------------------[Disabled] [Enabled ] [PS/2] [Power-Off] [OFF] [OFF] [12/31/99] [23:59:00] = Move Highlight Bar, = Change Setting PgDn/PgUp = Move Screen, F1 = Help, Esc = Exit Go to the External Mouse Location parameter and select COM1 if you connected your mouse to the serial port, and PS/2 if you connected your mouse to the PS/2 port. The External Mouse Location parameter setting allows the notebook's power management system to detect activity from the external pointing device. If you are using an external pointing device, make sure this parameter is set correctly. 4-6 User's Manual 4. 5 Printer This notebook supports both serial and parallel printers. Connect the single connector end of the Y-bridge cable to the notebook's PS/2 port and the double connector ends to the two PS/2 devices. Take note of the icons on the double connector before connecting the devices. 4-12 User's Manual File Transfer Cable For non SIR- (serial infrared) capable connections, you can use the file transfer cable to transfer data between the notebook and other computers. Connect the file transfer cable between the two computers and use your file transfer utility to perform the transfer. Figure 4-8 Using the File Transfer Cable Options 4-13 4. 10 Key Component Upgrades This notebook delivers the power and performance you need. However, some users and the applications they use may demand more. This notebook allows you to upgrade key components when you need increased performance. Contact your authorized dealer if you decide to perform an upgrade. 4. 10. 1 Additional Memory Memory is upgradeable from 8 to 64 MB, employing 64-bit soDIMMs (small outline Dual Inline Memory Modules) in 8, 16 and 32 MB configurations. The following table lists all possible memory configurations. Table 4-1 Slot 1 0 MB 8 MB 8 MB 0 MB 16 MB 8 MB 16 MB 16 MB 0 MB 32 MB 8 MB 32 MB 16 MB 32 MB 32 MB Memory Configurations Slot 2 8 MB 0 MB 8 MB 16 MB 0 MB 16 MB 8 MB 16 MB 32 MB 0 MB 32 MB 8 MB 32 MB 16 MB 32 MB Total Memory 8 MB 8 MB 16 MB 16 MB 16 MB 24 MB 24 MB 32 MB 32 MB 32 MB 40 MB 40 MB 48 MB 48 MB 64 MB 4-14 User's Manual Installing Memory When installing memory, we recommend you seek the help of a qualified service technician. Improper installation may damage the memory module or the notebook, or cause a malfunction. One of the two memory slots (Slot 2) is accessible via a memory expansion door on the base of the notebook. Follow these steps to install an additional memory module. If you are not using the notebook under Windows 95, you can use the Power-Off option by accessing the Eject Menu ( -W). [. . . ] If you are not using the notebook under Windows 95, you can use the Power-Off option by accessing the Eject Menu ( -W). over to 4. Remove the screw that secure the memory door and lift it up. (1) Insert the memory module diagonally into the slot, then (2) gently press down the module until it clicks into place. 5. Options 4-15 6. Replace the memory door and secure it with the screw. [. . . ]