Texas Instruments 900 Series User manual

Extensa™ 900 Series

Notebook Computers

User’s Guide

9813630-0001

Extensa™ 900 Series Notebook Computer User’s Guide

TI Part No. 9813630-0001

Original Issue: September 1996

First Revision: November 1996

Changes may be made periodically to the information

in this publication. Such changes will be incorporated

in new editions of this manual.

Record the serial number, purchase date, and model

number in the space provided below. The serial

number and model number are recorded on the label

affixed to the case. All correspondence concerning

your unit should include the serial number, model

number, and date of purchase.

No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored

in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by

any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopy,

recording, or otherwise, without the prior written

permission of Texas Instruments.

Extensa Notebook Computer

Model_______Serial No.____________Purchase Date________

Contents

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Extensa and livegear are trademarks of Texas Instruments. The

icons in the Windows Notebook and Startup groups are

copyrighted by Texas Instruments.

AT and PS/2 are registered trademarks and OS/2 is a trademark

of International Business Machines Corporation.

Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows and Xenix are registered trademarks

of Microsoft Corporation.

Kensington is a registered trademark of Kensington Microware,

Inc.

Synaptics is registered trademark of Synaptics, Inc.

SimulSCAN is a trademark of Cirrus Logic, Inc.

IrDA is a trademark of Infra Red Data Association.

Phillips is a registered trademark of H.A. Phillips & Co.

This device 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. This

device 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

communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in

a particular installation. If this device does cause harmful

interference to radio or television reception, which can be

determined by turning the device off and on, the user is

encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the

following measures:

n Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

n Increase the separation between the device and receiver

n Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from

that to which the receiver is connected

n Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television

technician for help

Notice: Shield Cables

All connections to other computing devices must be made using

shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations.

Notice: Peripheral Devices

Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.)

certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this

equipment. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to

result in interference to radio and TV reception.

Caution

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the

manufacturer could void the user’s authority, which is granted by

the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this

computer.

FCC Notice

Use Conditions

This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is

subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not

cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any

interference received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

Notice: Canadian Users

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the

Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respected toutes les

exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

Contents

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Preface

Chapter 1 Before You Begin

Creating Backup Disks.................................1-2

Features of the Computer .............................1-3

Environmental Specifications........................1-5

Using the Computer .....................................1-7

Power Saving Modes .....................................1-9

Securing the Computer...............................1-14

Using the AC Adapter .................................1-15

Chapter 2 Using Your Computer

Starting the Computer..................................2-3

Running the “About Your Extensa” Demo

Program ...................................................2-4

Using the Brightness and Contrast

Controls ...................................................2-6

Turning the Speakers On and Off..................2-7

Using the Microphone...................................2-8

Using PC Cards............................................2-9

Using Indicator Lights.................................2-12

Using the Touchpad....................................2-14

Using Disk Drives.......................................2-16

Adding Memory ..........................................2-22

Using the Keyboard ....................................2-25

Using the Internal Numeric Keypad.............2-29

Using Connectors and Ports........................2-31

Chapter 3 Using Battery Power

Guidelines for Battery Use............................3-2

Switching to Battery Power ...........................3-3

Responding to Low Battery Conditions ..........3-4

Recharging the Battery .................................3-6

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Calibrating the Battery .................................3-7

Removing and Installing the Battery Pack......3-9

Conserving Battery Power...........................3-12

Chapter 4 Options

AC Adapter...................................................4-2

PC Cards......................................................4-3

PS/2 Devices................................................4-4

External Monitor ..........................................4-5

External Mouse ............................................4-6

Memory........................................................4-7

Audio Options ..............................................4-8

Mobile Productivity Base Option....................4-9

Miscellaneous Options................................4-10

Chapter 5 Using Software

Using Supplied Software...............................5-2

Getting Online Help......................................5-3

Guidelines for Installing Applications............5-4

Using System Passwords ..............................5-6

Chapter 6 Mobility

Overview of Mobility .....................................6-1

Disconnecting from the Desktop ...................6-3

Moving Around.............................................6-4

Taking the Computer Home ..........................6-5

Traveling with the Computer.........................6-7

Traveling Internationally with the Computer..6-9

Chapter 7 Care and Troubleshooting

Cleaning the Computer.................................7-2

Troubleshooting Tips ....................................7-3

Startup Error Messages................................7-4

Appendix A Where to Get Help

Preface

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This manual describes features of the Texas

Instruments Extensa™ 900 Series notebook

computers. The Extensa series computers share

similar appearance and incorporate such

features as: CardBus with Zoomed Video

support, 16-bit stereo audio, Fast Infrared and

internal pointing device in an ultra-slim form

factor and light weight package.

This manual should answer most of the

questions you have about the day-to-day

operation of your Extensa notebook computer.

Use the Just for Starters… instructions that

came with your computer to get your computer

running for the first time.

You should also take advantage of the online

help files that are available with almost all of the

programs shipped with your computer.

Enjoy your Extensa computer. With proper care,

your computer will provide you with years of

productive service.

1

Before You Begin

1-1

After completing the instructions in Just for

Starters…, read this chapter to learn about the

important functions of your computer. Some

functions, such as Creating Backup Disks,

should be performed as soon as possible after

the purchase of your computer.

Contents

Creating Backup Disks................................ 1-2

Features of the Computer ............................ 1-3

Standard Features................................ 1-3

Customizing Features........................... 1-4

Environmental Specifications....................... 1-5

Using the Computer..................................... 1-7

Power Saving Modes .................................... 1-9

Power Savings Options ......................... 1-9

0V Suspend Mode............................... 1-11

5V Suspend Mode............................... 1-12

Standby Mode .................................... 1-13

Securing the Computer.............................. 1-14

Using the AC Adapter ................................ 1-15

Creating Backup Disks

1-2

You should create your backup system disks as

soon as possible after purchasing your

computer. The process you follow depends on

the operating system you selected when you

setup the computer for the first time.

Windows

®

95

Backing up Windows 95 requires several boxes

of formatted 3½-inch, 1.44 MB floppy disks.

Labels for the floppy disks are included with the

manual.

To create backup system disks, use the Create

System Disk tool from Windows 95.

Windows for Workgroups

Backing up MS-DOS

®

and Windows for

Workgroups requires several boxes of 3½-inch,

1.44 MB floppy disks.

To create backup system disks, use the Make

Disk utility, located in the Main program group.

Features of the Computer

1-3

Standard Features

The following list displays the standard features

of your Extensa computer:

q PCI Bus architecture

q 16 MB EDO (Extended Data Out) memory

q 256 KB Level-2 cache memory

q 2 MB EDO video memory

q Fast video graphics accelerator

q 0-Volt Suspend, 5-Volt Suspend and

Standby power saving modes

q No-reboot setup function

q STN or TFT color display

q 16-bit stereo audio

q Fast infrared communication

q Li-Ion (Lithium-Ion) battery pack

q 1.35 GB (or higher) capacity hard disk drive

with Local Bus

q Embedded touchpad pointing device

q Small, lightweight AC adapter

Features of the Computer

1-4

Customizing Features

The following features allow you to customize

your computer to fit your requirements.

q PS/2



port for connecting an external

keyboard, numeric keypad, or mouse

q 9-pin serial port for connecting external

devices such as a modem or mouse

q Simultaneous display with external CRT

q One Type III or two Type II or Type I

Cardbus PC Card slots; lower slot accepts

Zoomed Video port enabled PC Cards

q Parallel port with EPP and ECP for

connecting to a printer or the floppy disk

drive module

q 8 MB, 16 MB and 32 MB EDO 64-bit type

small outline dual inline memory module

(soDIMM) upgrades

q Docking module option for further

expansion

Environmental Specifications

1-5

This section provides information on the

optimum operating environment for your

Extensa notebook computer.

Temperature

Operating: 50° to 95°F

(10° to 35°C)

Storage: -4° to 140°F

(-20° to +60°C)

Relative Humidity (Noncondensing)

Operating: 20% to 85%

Storage: 20% to 85%

Shock

Operating: Maximum 5g pulse in X,

Y, and Z orientations

Storage: Maximum 50g pulse in X,

Y, and Z orientations

Vibration

Operating: Sinusoidal 5 to 25.6 Hz

limited to 0.015 inch

peak-to-peak maximum

displacement

0.5g, 25.6 to 250 Hz

Storage: Sinusoidal 5 to 27.1 Hz

limited to 0.016 inch

peak-to-peak maximum

displacement

2.0g, 27.1 to 500 Hz

Environmental Specifications

1-6

Note: Your computer is equipped with a fan to

keep the computer cool under extreme high

temperature conditions. The fan will not normally

operate, but may turn on when the computer’s

internal components become warm. You will hear

the fan when it turns on. This is nothing to be

concerned about.

Using the Computer

1-7

q Never pick up or carry the computer by the

display.

q Never use the computer in harsh

environments where it could be subjected to

rapid temperature changes or excessive

dust.

q Never expose the computer to excessive

vibration.

q Never expose the hard disk drive or floppy

disk(s) to strong magnetic fields, such as

those generated by audio system speakers,

telephone handsets, or hand-held metal

detectors.

q To avoid overheating the computer, never

place anything on top of the computer when

it is operating or recharging the battery.

q Before moving an active computer, close the

display, and wait for the system to go into

5V Suspend mode.

q Do not try to force the display beyond its

fully opened position — about 180 degrees.

Using the Computer

1-8

!

Caution: In the rare event that you see or

smell anything that indicates overheating

(smoke or a strange smell):

1. Turn off the power.

2. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power

source and the computer.

3. Remove the battery pack.

4. Contact your Texas Instruments dealer or

service center.

Power Saving Modes

1-9

Power Savings Options

Your Extensa system offers several options for

you to extend your battery life while you are not

actively using your computer. These options

turn off different sections of the computer that

are not currently being used.

These options are listed in the POWER

MANAGEMENT page of the System Setup screen

(accessed via Fn+F1 anytime or F2 during boot

up). They are described below:

Power

Management

This option sets when you want the

time outs to take effect.

ALWAYS: Enables the time out

settings regardless of whether the

computer is on AC or battery power.

BATTERY ONLY: Only enables the

time outs when the computer is

running off the battery power.

DISABLE: Disables all power time out

settings.

Standby

Timeout

The length of time the computer

needs to be idle before the computer

enters Standby mode.

5V Suspend

Timeout

The length of time the computer

needs to be idle before the computer

enters 5V Suspend.

Power Saving Modes

1-10

0V Suspend

Timeout

The length of time the computer

needs to be idle before the computer

enters 0V Suspend.

Hard Disk

Timeout

The length of time the computer

needs to be idle before the hard disk

drive’s motor is turned off.

Display

Timeout

The length of time the computer

needs to be idle before the display

back light is turned off.

The computer will not enter any of the power

management time-out modes if the hard disk

drive, floppy disk drive (or CD-ROM drive in the

optional MPB docking module) is active.

Note: If the “Auto Insert Notification” option is

enabled in the CD ROM setting, the computer will

not time out on any of the power management

time-outs because Windows 95 will constantly be

looking for a new CD to be inserted. This option

is set to a default of DISABLED by Texas

Instruments.

0V Suspend Mode

0V Suspend mode saves the exact spot you are

at on your computer, then shuts off all power

without losing any data.

Power Saving Modes

1-11

In 0V Suspend mode, the computer saves the

current computer state onto your hard disk

drive then shuts off. When you turn the

computer on again, it restores the computer to

the saved state within about a minute.

Press the 0V Suspend hot key (Fn+F2) to enter

0V Suspend mode. To resume normal operation,

press the power switch. 0V Suspend mode

occurs automatically if the 0 VOLT SUSPEND

TIMEOUT parameter in Setup is enabled and

times out or if the BATTERY LOW SUSPEND option is

enabled and your battery runs down to a

critically low level.

Note: Your computer will not enter 0V Suspend

mode if the 0V Suspend file is missing or is the

incorrect size. Refer to Chapter 2, the Adding

Memory section for further information.

5V Suspend Mode

5V Suspend mode consumes very little power

when you are not using your computer, yet still

resumes quickly. With a fully charged battery,

your computer can remain in 5V Suspend mode

for days.

!

Caution: If your computer loses power while

in 5V Suspend, you will lose all of your

unsaved data.

Power Saving Modes

1-12

In 5V Suspend mode, the computer saves the

current computer state onto your system

memory then shuts off power to most of the

devices except the system memory. The standby

indicator flashes to indicate the computer is in

5V Suspend mode. When the computer resumes

from 5V Suspend mode, it restores the computer

to the saved state.

Press the 5V Suspend hot key (Fn+F3) or close

the display cover to enter 5V Suspend mode.

The computer also enters 5V Suspend mode if

the 5V SUSPEND TIMEOUT parameter in Setup is

enabled and times out.

To resume normal operation, press any key on

the internal keyboard or press the power switch.

The computer also resumes from 5V Suspend if

the RESUME ON MODEM RING or RESUME ON ALARM

options are enabled in the System Setup and a

modem ring or alarm occurs.

Note: It takes the computer a few seconds to

resume from a 5V Suspend. You may see the

screen blank a few times while the computer

restores all of the system states.

Standby Mode

Standby mode saves some computer power by

turning off a few of the unused devices and still

allows you to resume your work instantly. The

standby indicator lights up in Standby mode.

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