Texas-instruments Extensa 600 Series User Manual

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PrefacexiYou should also take advantage of the onlinehelp files that are available with almost all of theprograms shipped with your computer.We hope y

7Care and Troubleshooting7-1This chapter tells you how to clean yourcomputer safely and solve operational problems.ContentsCleaning the Computer ...

Cleaning the Computer7-2Regularly take the time to check your computerand clean the screen, keyboard, and case toensure trouble-free computing.!Cautio

Troubleshooting Tips7-3Computer does notcome on when powerswitch is pressedo Low battery; use AC adapter andrecharge battery.o Ensure AC adapter cable

Startup Error Messages7-4Disk drive A error q Drive A: is present but fails theBIOS POST disk tests.q Enter Setup and check that thedrive is defined w

Startup Error Messages7-5Invalid NVRAM mediatypeq There is a problem with NVRAM(CMOS) access.q Contact your dealer or anauthorized service center.Keyb

Startup Error Messages7-6Press <F1> to resume,<F2> to Setupq This message is displayed after anyrecoverable error message. PressF1 to sta

Startup Error Messages7-7System cache error -Cache disabledq RAM cache failed the BIOS test andBIOS disabled the cache.q Contact your dealer or anauth

AWhere To Get HelpA-1Technical AssistanceCustomer support for your computer is available24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please have yourserial number r

Where To Get HelpA-2Ordering Notebook ProductsPhone (US / Canada) (800) TI-TEXAS Option 2,1Phone (International) (817) 774-6969Fax (800) 44FAX-TITDD

1Before You Begin1-1After completing instructions in Just forStarters…, read this chapter to learn aboutimportant functions of your computer. Some,su

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Creating Backup Disks1-2You should create your backup system disks assoon as possible after purchasing yourcomputer. The process you follow depends o

Features of the Computer1-3Standard FeaturesThe following list displays the standard features:q 8 MB EDO (Extended Data Out) memoryq 1 MB EDO video me

Features of the Computer1-4Customizing FeaturesThe following features allow you to customizeyour computer to fit your requirements.q PS/2 port for con

Environmental Specifications1-5This section provides information on theoptimum operating environment for yourExtensa notebook computer.TemperatureOper

Using the Computer1-6q Never pick up or carry your computer by thedisplay.q Never use the computer in harshenvironments where it could be subjected to

Using the Computer1-7!Caution: In the rare event that you should seeor smell anything that indicates overheating(smoke or a strange smell):1. Turn of

Power Saving Modes1-80V Suspend ModeSuspend mode saves battery power when youare not actively using your computer.In 0V Suspend mode, the computer sav

Power Saving Modes1-9Standby ModeIn Standby mode, data remains in memory whilethe computer powers down unused devices tosave power. The standby indic

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Securing the Computer1-10Your computer comes with a Kensington® locknotch. If your computer store does not carryKensington locks, you can buy one dir

Using the AC Adapter1-11AC AdapterACAdapterCharges the internal battery pack andoperates the computer on AC powerwhether or not a battery pack is inst

2Using Your Computer2-1Before beginning this chapter, ensure you haveread and understood Chapter 1. Chapter 2describes how to start and use your Exte

2-2Connecting an ExternalFloppy Disk Drive ... 2-25Floppy Disk Drive Guidelines ... 2-26CD-ROM Drive Guidelines

Starting the Computer2-3Power SwitchPowerSwitchTurns the computer on and off for bothAC and battery operation; also resumesfrom 0V Suspend mode. When

Running the Demo Program2-4Contents of the Demo ProgramYour computer is loaded with an entertainingand informative demo program which includesthe foll

Running the Demo Program2-5Deleting the Demo ProgramAn uninstall program helps you delete all or partof the demo program to free up space on yourhard

Using the Brightness andContrast Controls2-6You can adjust the screen brightness andcontrast levels using hot keys.Note: The hot keys for brightness

Turning the Speakers On and Off2-7Your computer comes with 16-bit stereo audio.Two built-in speakers are located near the LCDhinges.Built-in SpeakersY

Using PC Cards2-8Inserting PC CardsYou can insert up to two Type I or Type II PCcards, or one Type III PC card, in the slots on theside of the compute

3Extensa is a trademark of Texas Instruments. The icons in theWindows Notebook and Startup groups are copyrighted by TexasInstruments.IBM, AT, PS/2,

Using PC Cards2-9In Windows for WorkgroupsWindows for Workgroups beeps to indicate it hasdetected the card. If a driver for the PC card hasalready be

Using PC Cards2-10In Windows 95Follow these steps to eject a PC Card while usingWindows 95.1. Open the Control Panel.2. Click on the PC Card icon.3. S

Using Indicator Lights2-11The computer uses the following indicator lightsto show the status of certain functions.LCD Panel Indicator LightsPower/Batt

Using Indicator Lights2-12Disk Media IndicatorBattery ChargingIndicatorCaps Lock IndicatorNum LockIndicatorFront Indicator LightsDisk MediaIndicatorLi

Using Indicator Lights2-13Caps LockIndicatorLights when the caps lock function istoggled ON using the Caps Lock key.Num LockIndicatorLights when the e

Using the Touchpad2-14Moving the CursorThe embedded touchpad offers a unique andefficient way of pointing and selecting in aWindows environment. The

Using the Touchpad2-15Configuring the TouchpadYou can personalize the control of the touchpadby configuring various setting using theSynaptics Touchp

Using Disk Drives2-16Hard DiskDriveThe Extensa computer comes with a810-million byte (810 MB) or highercapacity hard disk drive. The hard diskdrive

Using Disk Drives2-17Hard Disk Drive GuidelinesIf you format the hard disk drive, all data on thehard disk drive will be erased.Do not move the comput

Using Disk Drives2-18Please read completely through these directionsbefore starting the process. If you have anyquestions about how to proceed, call

This device has been tested and found to comply with the limitsfor a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are desi

Using Disk Drives2-19Backing Up the Operating System on FloppyDiskIf you have not already done so, you need tomake a full backup of your operating sys

Using Disk Drives2-20q Tape Drive -- If you have a tape driveconnected to a PC card, you can back up totape. If you do this, ensure you have theorigi

Using Disk Drives2-214. Locate the release tab on the bottom side ofthe hard disk drive bay cover. While pressingslightly on the release tab , slide

Using Disk Drives2-22Removing a Hard Disk Drive6. Remove the new hard disk drive from itsantistatic bag. (The old hard disk driveshould be stored in

Using Disk Drives2-238. Replace the hard disk drive cover by aligningthe release tab with the alignment mark onthe computer and then seat the cover in

Using Disk Drives2-24Configuring the New Hard DiskDriveThe process you follow to configure the new harddisk drive mirrors the process you used to back

Using Disk Drives2-25Restore the Remaining FilesRestore the remaining program and data filesfollowing the procedures for the backupsoftware.Check the

Using Disk Drives2-26Connecting an External Floppy Disk DriveFloppy Disk Drive GuidelinesFailure to observe the following precautions candamage both t

Using Disk Drives2-27q Always remove a floppy disk from the floppydisk drive before turning off the computer.q Never transport the computer with a flo

Using Disk Drives2-28q When handling discs:q Always handle a disc by its edges. Donot touch the surface of the disc.q Never write on a disc or place

FCC NoticeUse ConditionsThis part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation issubject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may no

Adding Memory2-29Your computer is equipped with 8 MB of EDOrandom access memory (RAM). You canincrease the amount of RAM up to 64 MB. Referto Chapte

Using the Keyboard2-30The computer has many special keys, but mostof them depend on an application for theirfunctionality.Special KeysThe following ke

Using the Keyboard2-31Ctrl-Alt-Del Terminates all programs, reloadsMS-DOS and executes the AUTOEXECfile; also called “warm start” or “warmF2(during PO

Using the Keyboard2-32Fn+F11 Turns the LCD backlight off (blanksthe screen). Press any key to turn itback on.Fn+F12 Toggles the screen output between

Using the Keyboard2-33Windows 95 KeysThe keyboard also has two Windows 95-specifickeys that allow you to perform special functionsunder Windows 95.Win

Using the InternalNumeric Keypad2-34The keyboard has an embedded keypad thatprovides the same functions as the discretenumeric keypad on an AT  enhan

Using the InternalNumeric Keypad2-35Pressing Shift with a key generates thecharacters shown in the following figure.Num Lock On (with Shift)If you pre

Using Connectors and Ports2-36This section provides a description of connectorsand ports on the rear and left side panel of theExtensa notebook comput

Using Connectors and Ports2-37Line out Connects to a line out device suchas headphones or amplifiedspeakers.Line in Connects to a line in device such

Using Connectors and Ports2-38PS/2 Connects to an external PS/2keyboard, numeric keypad ormouse. If you are connecting akeyboard with a 5-pin DINconn

Duracell NoticeThe Texas Instruments Extensa 600 and 605 are designed to usea Duracell DR35S or DR201 Rechargeable Battery. TexasInstruments particip

3Using Battery Power3-1The primary difference between using batterypower and AC power is the limited time you canoperate before you must recharge the

Guidelines for Battery Use3-2!Caution: Never dispose of exhausted batteriesin a fire. Recycle if possible.The battery should be handled carefully to

Guidelines for Battery Use3-3q This system is designed to only work withthe Smart Duracell battery packs. Only usethe authorized DR35S and DR201 pack

Switching to Battery Power3-4To use battery power, install batteries asdescribed in Installing the Battery Pack later inthis section.As long as the ba

Responding toLow Battery Conditions3-5There are two battery low stages in thiscomputer. When the battery capacity reaches7% capacity (about 10 minute

Responding toLow Battery Conditions3-6q If you are using a RAM disk, save thecontents of the RAM disk to the hard diskdrive.q Press the Standby hot ke

Recharging the Battery3-7!Caution: Never recharge the battery differentlyfrom the procedure described in this manual.The following procedure is accept

Conditioning the Battery3-8The Duracell battery is either a Nickel-Metal-Hydride (NiMH) DR35S or Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)DR201 rechargeable battery. Whil

Removing and Installing theBattery Pack3-9Removing the Battery PackFollow these steps to remove the battery:!Caution: Turn off the computer or enter

Removing and Installing theBattery Pack3-10Installing the Battery PackFollow these steps to install the battery:!Caution: Turn off the computer or ent

ContentsviiiPrefaceChapter 1 Before You BeginCreating Backup Disks ...1-2Features of the Computer ...

Conserving Battery Power3-11The following tips can help you prolong the lifeof a battery charge:q Keep the display at the lowest comfortablebrightness

4Options4-1This chapter provides information on optionsavailable for your Extensa computer. Forfurther information, refer to the installationinstruct

AC Adapter4-2The AC adapter charges the internal batterypack and operates the computer on AC power.The AC adapter can be operated anywherebetween 100

PC Cards4-3PC cards are used to add functionality to yourcomputer, such as communicating over atelephone or connecting to a network.The computer has b

Numeric Keypad4-4The optional PS/2 Numeric Keypad (TI Part No.2581381-0001) can be used instead of theinternal numeric keypad.PS/2 Numeric KeypadTo us

External Monitor4-5You can connect the computer to externalmonitors, many of which can display resolutionshigher than 640 x 480.When the computer is c

External Mouse4-6Although the Extensa comes with a pointingdevice already installed, you may use anexternal PS/2 or serial mouse.q To connect a PS/2 m

External Keyboard4-7You can connect any IBM -compatible externalPS/2 keyboard. Follow these steps.1. Attach the six-pin mini-DIN connector to thePS/2

Memory4-8Your computer is equipped with 8 MB of randomaccess memory (RAM), occupying one memoryupgrade slot. There is another memory upgradeslot on t

Audio Options4-9Your system comes with a set of built-in stereospeakers, but if you wish to use other stereoequipment and/or use a microphone, the sys

ContentsixChapter 4 OptionsAC Adapter...4-2PC Cards...

Audio Options4-10Microphone In allows you to record input intothe system through the microphone and allowsyou to use the speakerphone functions of the

External Floppy Disk Drive4-11To connect the external floppy disk drive to youcomputer you will need the floppy disk drivecable that was included in t

Miscellaneous Options4-12There are additional options available for usewith your computer . These include:Batteries You can purchase spare batteries

5Using Software5-1This chapter describes the software suppliedwith the computer and how to configureapplication software to run on the computer.Conten

Using Supplied Software5-2Your computer is shipped with the followingsoftware installed on the hard disk drive:q Microsoft  Windows 95q Power-saving

Getting Online Help5-3All of the supplied software have online helpfiles, which reduce the need to refer to printedmanuals and provide you with help i

Guidelines for InstallingApplications5-4Adjusting the Software for theComputerYour computer can execute almost all programswritten to execute on AT co

Guidelines for InstallingApplications5-5Mouse If you are using the built-in pointingdevice or an external PS/2 mouse, youmay select the Microsoft or S

Using System Passwords5-6The computer implements a two-passwordsecurity system — Supervisor and User.The Supervisor password is used by systemadminist

Using System Passwords5-7Setting a System Password!Caution: If you forget the system password,you will not be able to use your computer. Toregain ac

PrefacexThis manual describes features of the TexasInstruments Extensa notebook computers. TheExtensa series computers are similar inappearance and i

Using System Passwords5-8Disabling or Changing aSystem PasswordTo disable or change a system password:1. Press Fn+F1 (or just F2 during boot) to enter

6Mobility6-1This chapter describes all the considerations tohelp you take advantage of your computer’smobility.ContentsOverview of Mobility ...

Overview of Mobility6-2Disconnecting from the DesktopNo matter where you are taking your computer,you need to disconnect it from your desktopaccessori

Disconnecting from the Desktop6-3Follow these steps to disconnect your computerfrom external accessories.1. Save your work in progress.2. Shut down th

Moving Around6-4Preparing the ComputerBefore moving the computer, press Fn-F2 toplace it in 0V Suspend mode. After placing thecomputer in 0V Suspend m

Taking the Computer Home6-5Preparing the ComputerAfter disconnecting the computer from yourdesktop, follow these steps to prepare thecomputer for the

Taking the Computer Home6-6Special ConsiderationsFollow these guidelines to protect your computerwhile traveling to and from work.q Minimize the effec

Taking the Computer Home6-7Setting Up a Home OfficeIf you frequently work on your computer athome, it may be worthwhile purchasing a secondAC adapter

Traveling with the Computer6-8Preparing the ComputerPrepare the computer as if you were taking ithome. Be sure the battery in the computer ischarged.

Traveling Internationallywith the Computer6-9Preparing the ComputerPrepare the computer as you would normallyprepare it for traveling.What To Bring wi