Sceptre S6900 Operation & User’s Manual

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• Sceptre S6900, Chapter 6: Expansion Options 107 The I/O Port Replicator The I/O Port Replicator features the most innovative advances in Notebook personal computing technology. Much consideration has gone into the design of the I/O Port Replicator in order to meet your requirements for versatility as well as quality. Identifying the Ports and Connectors Before attempting to connect your Notebook to any peripheral devices, make sure you are familiar with the I/O Port Replicator’s various I/O ports. Please refer to the following diagrams: Fig

• Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook 7 Optional Devices There are several optional products you can purchase to further enhance the utility and versatility of your Notebook computer. •= HDD Module (factory option) •= CD-ROM Module •= DVD Module •= LS120 Module (factory option) •= Zip Module •= Mini PCI 56K Data/Fax/Modem (factory option) •= TV-out Adapter •= S-Type

• Sceptre S6900, Notebook User’s Guide 88 Power Management Modes The computer has a number of automatic or adjustable power conservation features, which you can use to maximize the duration of the battery’s life. You can control many of these features through the Power Menu in the Setup (BIOS) program. Refer to Chapter 2 for a detailed description of the BIOS Setup program. The computer is made up of electronic components, all of which consume electricity to operate. Yet, some components consume much more than others. The

• Sceptre S6900, Notebook User’s Guide 48 Cursor Control Keys and Editing Keys The keys listed in this section are specifically used to move the cursor on the LCD Display. When used in combination with other keys, these cursor control keys provide some very powerful editing functions. The cursor’s location indicates where you can type text on the screen. Having the ability to quickly move the cursor around the screen while editing text will significantly improve your efficiency. The importance of these Cursor Control keys is more apparent when using application software suc

• Notebook User’s Guide 30 FDD Controller This field allows you to configure the FDD Controller for the Notebook’s floppy disk drive. Available options for this field are: •= Disabled •= Enabled Select Disabled if an FDD is not installed. The default value for this field is: Enabled Internal Touchpad This field allows you to configure the Int

• Sceptre S6900, Notebook User’s Guide 36 these features will extend the life of the battery pack between charges. To make changes to power management settings, select Power from the menu bar. The following menu appears: Main Security System Devices Power Exit Boot Item Specific Help Power Management Mode [Customized] Standby Time-out: [Disabled] Suspend Time-out: [Disabled] Suspend Mode: [Save-To-RAM] Resume On Modem Ring: [Off] Resume On Time of Day: [Disabled] Resume Time: [00:00:00] Select Power Manage

• Sceptre S6900, ii The FCC wants you to know... This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio c

• Sceptre S6900, Notebook User’s Guide 120 4. Remove PCI Communication Device in Other Devices. 5. Click Refresh. The following screen will appear: 6. Click Next>. The following screen will appear: 7. Make sure that the “Search for the best driver for your device.” radial button is selected and click Next>.

• Chapter 2: The BIOS Setup Program 33 Base I/O address Use this option to choose the I/O (port) address for the Parallel Port. The available options are: •= 378 •= 278 •= 3BC This field is only available when the Parallel Port is set to Customized. The default setting is: 378 Interrupt Use this option to choose the IRQ for the Parallel Por

• CHAPTER 2 THE BIOS SETUP PROGRAM Introduction The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup program is a menu driven utility that enables you to make changes to the system configuration and tailor the operation of your Notebook to your individual work needs. A ROM-based configuration utility displays the system’s configuration status and provides you with a tool t

• Sceptre S6900, Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook 13 8. External Keyboard or PS/2 Mouse Port This port is for connecting either an external keyboard or a PS/2 mouse. Right Front View (Panel Open) The Notebook has two LCD panel release buttons located on the left and right side panels. To open the Notebook, slide these release buttons forward. This will release the LCD panel latches. Please refer to Figure 1-1 and Figure 1-2 to locate the LCD panel release button. Raise the cover to its open position. Figure 1-4 shows the Notebook in the open position with the external parts labeled. As

• Sceptre S6900, Chapter 3: Operation 47 3. [Fn]: This key is located in the lower left corner of the keyboard, next to the [Ctrl] key. Pressing this key engages the alternate function (labeled in blue) on selected keys. For example, simultaneously pressing the [Fn] + [F1] keys decreases the display brightness. 4. [PrtSc/SysRq]: Pressing this key will cause whatever is on the screen at the time to be printed. Note that in some software programs this key may be used in conjunction with other keys for other specific functions. Consult your software

• Sceptre S6900, Chapter 1: Introducing the Notebook 9 3. Removable HDD Module Your Notebook comes equipped with a factory-installed HDD module. If you find that your Notebook is running low on disk space, the HDD can be removed an replaced with a higher capacity HDD (up to 16GB). 4. Kensington Lock This port is for locking the Notebook PC to a desk for security. 5. LCD Panel Release Button The Notebook has two LCD panel release buttons located on the left and right side panels. To open the Notebook, slide these release buttons forward. This will release the LCD panel latches. Now raise the panel to its open position as shown

• Sceptre S6900, Chapter 5: The Power System 87 The Suspend/Resume Feature The Suspend/Resume is one of the Notebook’s most useful non-automatic features. If you need to temporarily step away from the computer, simply press one of the two hot key combinations to put the computer into its maximum power saving mode while maintaining your work. [Fn] + [Esc] Pressing this hot key will cause the system to enter the Power mode determined by ACPI and the Windows 98 operating system. When you return, just press the Power On button to restore the system to the point where you stopped. Screen Brightness The brighter the LCD display screen is, the mo

• Sceptre S6900, Chapter 7: Software 125 6. Select the radio button next to Yes, I want to restart my computer now. and click Finish to complete the installation. 7. When your computer reboots, you will see the following screen. The installation procedure is complete. For more information on the Synaptics touch pad, click the Tell me more button. If you have an external pointing device, such as a PS/2 mouse, connected to your notebook, you will see the following screen. This is not a cause for concern. The advanced features of the Synaptics touch pad will be restored after

• Sceptre S6900, vi The FIR Module .................................................................................................................. 58 Multimedia Sound System................................................................................................... 60 The CD-ROM Module......................................................................................................... 62 Audio Volume Control ........................................................................................................ 63 Chapter 4

• Sceptre S6900, Notebook User’s Guide 82 Inserting the Battery Pack To insert the battery pack into the Notebook, refer to Figure 5-4 and the following instructions: 1. Slide the battery into the battery bay as shown in Figure 5-4. 2. When the battery has been properly seated, you should hear it click into place. The release latch is spring-loaded and will snap back into place. Figure 5-4: Inserting the Battery Pack

• Sceptre S6900, Notebook User’s Guide 106 Removing and Installing a Mini PCI Card You may find it helpful to refer to Figure 6-9 while reading the following directions. 1. Turn off the Notebook and disconnect the AC power cord, any connected peripherals and the telephone wire. 2. The Mini PCI Card cover plate is located on the bottom of the Notebook. Remove the two screws securing the plate and lift it clear to reveal the Mini PCI slot. 3. Insert the Mini PCI Card at a 45º angle into its slot. Gently, but firmly push the Card until

• Sceptre S6900, Chapter 7: Software 119 Mini PCI Modem Driver Installation The Mini PCI Modem Card must be installed before installing the modem device driver. 1. Insert the Support Disc (CD) into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Hold down the Windows key and press [Pause] to open the System Properties window. 3. Select the Device Manager tab.

• Sceptre S6900, Notebook User’s Guide 126 Creating the Save-To-Disk Suspend Partition or File In order to use the save-to-disk function you must first create a save to disk partition or file on the Notebook’s hard disk. The PHDISK utility is used to create this partition or file. During the save to disk operation, the system’s state is written to this save-to-disk partition or file. CAUTION: If you want to create a save to disk partition, you must run the PHDISK utility before partitioning and formatting the hard disk. As this procedure destroys any data on the hard disk, the save to disk partition should be created

• Sceptre S6900, Notebook User’s Guide 4 The Touch Pad The Notebook features a touch pad pointing device with two buttons. This pressure-sensitive pointing device allows you to move the cursor around the screen and make selections just as one would with a conventional mouse. A unique function called double tapping allows you to make selections within a software program or execute software applications without having to remove your hands from the touch-type position. Please see the Touch Pad section in Chapter 3 for more information on the operation of the Notebook’s po

• Sceptre S6900, Chapter 2: The BIOS Setup Program 43 You can now select Save Changes and Exit or make other changes before saving the values to Non-Volatile RAM. Load Last Saved Values This option allows you to discard the selections you have made and restore the values you previously saved. After selecting this option, all selections are updated, and the following message is displayed: Setup Confirmation Load previous configuration now? [Yes] [No] Save Changes This option saves your selections without exiting the Setup program. You can then return to other menus and make changes. After selecting this option, all selections are saved, an

• Chapter 3: Operation 63 Installing Device Drivers Windows 98 automatically installs and configures plug and play hardware devices including your CD-ROM drive. You do not have to install the driver. If you need to reinstall the driver for some reason, please refer to Chapter 7 of this manual for the driver installation procedure. The device drivers are

• Sceptre S6900, Notebook User’s Guide 46 Some Important Keys on the Keyboard Your Notebook computer features a low-profile keyboard that emulates all the functions of a full-size 101/102 key keyboard including an embedded keypad and a full array of special function keys. This section covers the Notebook’s keyboard, and identifies several keys that are commonly used when working with either the Disk Operating System or other software. The alphanumeric keys located on the keyboard are in the same position as those found on a standard typewriter. The us

• Sceptre S6900, Notebook User’s Guide 108 The AC Adapter and Peripherals Connection The AC Adapter port and all peripheral ports are located on the rear side of the I/O Replicator. Please see Figure 6-10 for a complete port layout. You will want to place the I/O Port Replicator flat on a desk near a wall outlet or an extension cord with a built-in circuit breaker. Please see the I/O Port Replicator’s user manual for information on making peripheral connections. The Notebook to I/O Port Replicator Connection By inserting your Notebook into the I/O Port Replicator, and by connecting peripheral devices (a keybo

• Sceptre S6900, Notebook User’s Guide 8 Identifying Parts of the Notebook The illustrations that follow identify the various features and external components of the Notebook computer. Familiarizing yourself with these terms will help you as you read the rest of the manual. Right Front View (Panel Closed) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Figure 1-1: Right Front View with Display Panel Closed 1. Removable Battery Module Your Notebook comes equipped with a factory-installed battery pack module. After the battery runs down, the module can be remov

• Sceptre S6900, Chapter 2: The BIOS Setup Program 23 Accessing the BIOS Setup Program To access the BIOS Setup program, press the F2 key after the Notebook has run through its POST. The Menu Bar The top of the Setup screen has a menu bar with the following selections: Main Use this menu to make changes to the basic system configuration. System Devices Use this menu to enable and make changes to the advanced features available on your system. Security Use this menu to set System and Boot passwords. Power Use this menu to configure and enable Power Management features. Boot U

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