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... - Printed in Taiwan
TravelMate 720 Series Notebook Computer User's Guide Part No.: 49.42C02.031 Original Issue: December 1998
Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual. This company makes...
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...Storage 17 Ports 20 Audio 27 Securing your Computer 29
Chapter 2 Operating on Battery Power 31
Battery Pack 32 Power Management 39
Chapter 3 Peripherals and Options 43
External Monitor 44 External Keyboard 47 External Keypad 48 External Pointing Device 49 Printer 51 Audio Devices 52 Mini Docking Station 53 PC Cards 54 USB Devices 55 Miscellaneous Options 56 Key Component Upgrades...
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Table of Contents
Traveling Internationally with the Computer 69
Chapter 5 Software 71
System Software 72 PhDISK 73 Notebook Manager 74 Setup Utility 83
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting 97
Frequently-Asked Questions 98 Error Messages 104
Appendix A Specifications 107 Index 111
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... which the receiver is connected 4. 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...
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... Instructions
1. Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions ...or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
7. This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label....product.
11. Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you...
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... left to open the display. Slide the power switch towards the rear of the computer then release it to turn on the power. The POST (Power On Self-Test) routine executes and Windows begins loading.
Note: To turn off the power, press the power switch for more than four seconds. If you are using Windows 98 or Windows NT, we recommend...
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...'s guide provides clear and concise information about the computer, so read it thoroughly. To provide you with help when traveling, the computer also has a comprehensive online help.
Accessing Online Help
Follow these steps to access the online documentation: 1. Press the Windows logo button or click on the Start
button. 2. Select Programs. 3. Click on TravelMate Online...
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... 32 Battery Pack Characteristics 32 Installing and Removing the Battery Pack . . . . 33 Charging the Battery 34 Charging Modes 34 Checking the Battery Level 35 Using the Windows Battery Meter 35 Optimizing Battery Life 36 Battery-low Warning 37
Power Management 39 Power Management Modes 39 Display Standby Mode 39 Hard Disk Standby Mode 40 Standby Mode...
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...Pack
u Charge-in-use mode
When the computer is in use with the AC adapter plugged in, the computer also charges the battery pack if installed. This mode will take longer to fully ... the computer emits warning beeps and the battery indicator flashes at regular intervals. Also, you can check the battery charge level using the Windows battery gauge.
Using the Windows Battery Meter
The Windows battery ...
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... Serial Mouse 50 External USB Mouse 50 Printer 51 Audio Devices 52 Mini Docking Station 53 PC Cards 54 USB Devices 55 Miscellaneous Options 56 Additional Power Packs 56
Battery Pack 56 AC Adapter 56 Cables 56 PS/2 Y-Bridge Cable 56 File Transfer Cable 57 Key Component Upgrades 58 Memory Upgrade 58 Memory Configurations 58 Installing Memory 59 Hard Disk Upgrade 61 Installing...
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... MB 160 MB 190 MB 256 MB
Installing Memory
Follow these steps to install memory:
1. Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Then turn the computer over to access its base.
2. Remove the screw from the memory door; then lift up and remove the memory door.
Chapter 3 Peripherals and Options
59
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... "PhDISK" on page 73 for more information.
Hard Disk Upgrade
You can upgrade your hard disk with a higher capacity drive when you need more storage space. The computer uses a 12.7mm or 9.5mm 2.5-inch Enhanced-IDE hard disk.
Installing a Replacement Hard Disk
Follow these steps to install a hard disk: 1. Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if
connected) and remove the battery pack...
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System Software
System Software
The computer comes preloaded with the following software:
u Windows 98 or Windows NT operating system u Hardware BIOS setup utility u Support for LDCM (LANDesk Client Manager) u System utilities, drivers and application software
Note: To access Windows 98 or Windows NT software applications, click on the Start button and select the application folder. Then click on ...
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... you left off.
Note: By default, this program is automatically loaded and set up on your computer so you do not need to run this program by yourself. You only need to run this if you upgrade your memory. You can find PhDISK in the \windows\command\ directory.
The program accepts the following parameters:
Syntax
PHDISK...
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... memory.
Video Memory Shows the size of video memory.
CPU Type
Shows the type of the CPU.
CPU Speed
Shows the speed of the CPU.
Serial Number Shows the serial number of the computer.
Asset Number Shows the asset number of the computer.
BIOS Version
Shows the version number of the BIOS. Format: Vx Rx (version and release numbers)
VGA BIOS Version
Shows the version number of the VGA BIOS...
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Setup Utility
Note: The values in this screen are automatically set to their optimal values when Type is set to Auto. We suggest you set Type to Auto for hassle-free and correct hard disk detection.
CD-ROM Submenu
The CD-ROM submenu allows you to set parameters related to the CD-ROM drive (or other drive installed in the AcerMedia Bay). Press...
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Setup Utility
Parameter Resume on LAN access
Resume On Time
Hotkey Beep
Battery Low Warning Battery Low Suspend
Description
When enabled, the computer resumes operation when accessed via LAN using a remote computer. Options: Disabled or Enabled
When enabled and the system resume date and time are valid, the computer resumes (wakes up) at the set time and date. Options...
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... modem.
To properly use your communications software (e.g., HyperTerminal), you need to set up your location: 1. Open the Windows 98 Control Panel and double-click on
the Modems icon. 2. Click on Dialing Properties and begin setting up your
location.
Refer to the Windows 98 manual.
What steps do I need to take after I upgrade my computer's memory?
If you change the size of your computer's memory...
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... region code, 18
E error messages, 104
F
FAQ. See frequently-asked questions Fast Infrared. See infrared file transfer cable
connecting, 57
FIR. See infrared floppy disk
ejecting, 17 floppy drive, 17 frequently-asked questions, 98
H hard disk, 17
installing, 61-62 power management, 40 upgrading, 61
help
Internet home page, xvi online manual, xvi technical support, xvii Hibernation mode, 41-42...
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... Display Device, 81 hot key, 12 Information Viewer, 75 Password, 77 Power Management, 80 starting, 74 num lock, 9 on indicator, 8
numeric keypad
embedded, 10
Index
Index
O
options
cables, 56 hard disk upgrade, 61 memory upgrade, 58 mini docking station, 53 PC Cards, 54 spare AC adapter, 56 spare battery, 56
P palm rest, 14
parallel port
setting in Setup Utility, 89 password, 29
changing in Setup...