User manual GERICOM 1XA

[. . . ] 72-11A00-018 Printed in Taiwan Notice The manufacturer reserves the right to make any updates, revisions or changes to the information contained herein as and when deemed necessary. The manufacturer is under no obligation to notify any purchaser or end-user of such actions in advance or afterwards. 1998 Trademarks IBM PC, OS/2, PS/2, EGA, and VGA are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Intel, Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation. [. . . ] Connect the cable to the serial port on the rear of the Notebook Computer (Step 1 in Figure 2-22). Tighten the screws that fasten the cable to the serial port (Step 2 in Figure 222). Turn on the Notebook Computer. In addition, you may need to install the manufacturer-supplied driver for the serial mouse. Refer to the device's user's guide for more information. Figure 2-22 Chapter 2: Operation 2-34 Attaching a Parallel Printer You may connect any standard Centronics parallel printer to your Notebook using the parallel port. 1. Connect the cable to the parallel port on the rear of the Notebook Computer (Step 1 in Figure 2-23). Tighten the screws that fasten the cable to the parallel port (Step 2 in Figure 2-23). Insert the other end of the cable to the printer's connector. Turn on the printer and Notebook Computer. In addition, you will need to install the manufacturer-supplied driver for the printer. Refer to the device's user's guide for more information. If the connected printer supports EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port) or ECP (Extended Capabilities Port) mode, please enter System Configuration Utility (SCU) to configure the required setting. Figure 2-23 User's Manual 2-35 Attaching an External Monitor (CRT) The computer is capable of displaying information not only on the LCD, but also on SVGA compatible displays attached to the computer. Information can be displayed on both the LCD and the external monitor simultaneously. Enter the System Configuration Utility (SCU) to select the appropriate parameters or use the Fn + F6 keys (refer to Chapter 2, Using Hot Keys). 1. Connect the cable to the CRT port on the rear of the Notebook Computer (Step 1 in Figure 2-24). Tighten the screws that fasten the cable to the CRT port (Step 2 in Figure 2-24). Insert the other end of the cable to the external monitor. Turn on the Notebook Computer. Figure 2-24 Chapter 2: Operation 2-36 Attaching a USB-compatible Device The Notebook provides a USB port for connection of a USB-compatible keyboard, mouse or other devices. Attach the device as shown below (Figure 2-25). Figure 2-25 User's Manual 3-1 Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities This chapter provides information regarding the Power On Self Test (POST) and shows you how to configure the system parameters using the System Configuration Utility (SCU). Power On Self Test (POST) Initiating the System Configuration Utility (SCU) Specifying in the System Configuration Utility (SCU) Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities 3-2 Power On Self Test (POST) The system BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) performs a series of Power On Self Test (POST) on system memory and key computer components every time the computer is turned on. If an error exists, the POST routine may halt execution (depending on the severity of the problem). The POST also initializes BIOS configuration then boots the operating system. POST Message: Normal Operation If no error occurs, the system will be operating after the POST process is completed. You may press the Spacebar key to skip the memory test. SystemSoft MobilePRO BIOS Version 1. 01 (2482-00) Copyright 1983-1996 SystemSoft Corp. All Rights Reserved 233 MHz Pentium with MMX CPU External Cache: 512KB installed 4 MB Video RAM SystemSoft Plug-n-Play BIOS Ver. 1. 17. 01 Base Memory Extended Memory Total Memory 000640 Kb 064512 Kb 065536 Kb Auto Detecting IDE Devices[Done] <CTRL-ALT-S> to enter System Configuration Utility User's Manual 3-3 POST Message: Error Detected If an error is detected, a WARNING message will be displayed. You should either press F1 key to continue, or press the Ctrl-Alt-S keys simultaneously to enter the System Configuration Utility. SystemSoft MobilePRO BIOS Version 1. 01 (2482-00) Copyright 1983-1996 SystemSoft Corp. [. . . ] At the same time, the screen will show the Win98 concerned information, also the items of setup one by one. After the automotive setup stops, restart the computer. Appendix C: Installing Drivers C-5 Installing Drivers for Windows 95 OSR2. 1 Step I: Run USB supplement path update file After finishing Win95 ORS2. 1 installation, go to Win95. Download the file <USB supplement path update file> from Microsoft Web Site to run the USB supplement path. Step II: Setup [TXPATCH] Under Win95, open the driver [TXPATCH] Intel 82371xb. inf TX chip from the path of the CD-ROM drive. [. . . ]