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Manual
This manual is for the EUROCOM 3100C DeskNote
ENJOY THE PURCHASE OF YOUR NEW EUROCOM DESKNOTE MODEL
3100.
Notice
The company reserves the right to make any updates, revisions or changes to the
information contained herein as and when deemed necessary. The company is under
no obligation to notify any purchaser or end-user of such actions in advance or
afterwards.
1998
Trademarks
DeskNote is a registered trademark of EUROCOM Corporation.
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Sound Blaster Pro is a trademark of Creative Labs, Inc. SystemSoft is a registered trademark of SystemSoft Corp. Other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
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Table of Contents CHAPTER 1: GETTING STARTED -------------------------------------------------------1-1 UNPACKING THE DESKNOTE -------------------------------------------------------------1-2 FEATURES OF THE DESKNOTE -----------------------------------------------------------1-3 Opening the LCD Cover-----------------------------------------------------------------1-3 Power button ---------------------------------------------------------------------------1-4 System Status LED Indicators----
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Line-in Jack-----------------------------------------------------------------------------1-11 Microphone-in Jack-------------------------------------------------------------------1-11 Speaker-out Jack----------------------------------------------------------------------1-10 Phone Jack (Option)------------------------------------------------------------------1-11 Left-side View------------------------------------------------------------------------------1-11 Security Connector---------------
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SETTING DIP SWITCH ----------------------------------------------------------------------2-4 Flash ROM BIOS update----------------------------------------------------------------2-4 CPU Core Frequency Settings---------------------------------------------------------2-4 Accessing 8-Pole DIP Switch ---------------------------------------------------------2-5 EXPANDING MEMORY-----------------------------------------------------------------------2-6 Accessing the Memory Sockets ----------------
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Advanced Power Management (APM 1.2)-----------------------------------------2-24 Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI 1.0)----------------------2-24 Hard Disk Standby--------------------------------------------------------------------2-25 Global Standby-------------------------------------------------------------------------2-25 Suspend and Resume--------------------------------------------------------------2-25 Powered On Suspend (POS) ------------------------------------------
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Features of the System Configuration Utility--------------------------------------3-8 Startup Menu ---------------------------------------------------------------------------3-8 Memory Menu --------------------------------------------------------------------------3-10 Disks Menu -----------------------------------------------------------------------------3-11 Components Menu -------------------------------------------------------------------3-12 Power Menu ----------------------------------
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Step 2: Installing TXPATCH Driver --------------------------------------------------5 Step 3: Installing VGA Driver----------------------------------------------------------5 Step 4: Installing Audio Driver -------------------------------------------------------6 Step 5: Installing PCMCIA driver-----------------------------------------------------7 Step 6: Installing ATI DVD Play (Option) Driver----------------------------------8 Step 7: Using Infrared Wireless Communication----------------
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PC Card Sockets --------------------------------------------------------------------B- Error! Bookmark not defined.
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Safety Notice The computer is a delicate device that requires careful handling. Negligence or mistaken use may cause serious damage. Before you learn to operate or use this computer, you need to understand the instruction regarding safety handling. The following mentions the incorrect handling that is seriously inhibited. To keep the computer from being damaged, please keep these precautions in your mind. Do not disassemble the computer Do not place the computer on an Do not turn off
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Do not disassemble the computer Do not place anything heavy on the yourself. computer. Do not touch power cord with a wet Do not use broken power cord. hand. Keep the computer away from any Do not throw the computer or accessories metal appliances. into fire.
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The following mentions the actions that are important for your computer. To keep your computer in the most excellent condition, please follow the instruction as much as possible. If there is unusual odor, heat or smoke, Unplug the power cord when plug out the power cord immediately. attaching peripheral devices. Follow the airline instructions when traveling Use the appropriate accessory model with your DeskNote™.. of peripheral device for your DeskNoteÔ Ô.
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Maintain your computer regularly. Do not place heavy thing on the power cord. Affix tape to the contact plate while Take a rest after a long term of work. putting the battery into keeping box. The data is easy to lose in low power Please keep the computer away from status. humid environments.
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Conventions This manual uses the following conventions to describe, identify, and highlight terms and operating procedures. Text Conventions Text in boldface contains messages that are important for safe operation. Please read. Characters in boldface represent specific items or keys, e.g. CardBus, Fn key. File names are presented in bold capitals, e.g. A:\>0VMAKFIL /Pn. Abbreviations For the purpose of clarity, abbreviations are enclosed in parentheses following their definition;
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Ergonomics Developing good work habits are important if you need to work in front of the computer for long periods of time. Improper work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or other joints. The following are some tips to reduce the strain: ¦ Adjust the height of the chair and/or desk so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your elbow. Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands in a relaxed position. ¦ Your knees
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Lighting Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue in your neck and shoulders. ¦ Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside sources of light. ¦ Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to levels that allow you to see the screen clearly. ¦ Position the display directly in front of you at a comfortable viewing distance. ¦ Adjust the display viewing angle to find the bes
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Chapter 1—Getting Started 1-1 Chapter 1 : Getting Started This chapter provides you with the brief introduction to the DeskNote. It will familiarize you to the computer’s features, components, operating environment and the power sources. * Unpacking the DeskNote * Features of the DeskNote * Operating environment * Powering the system
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Chapter 1—Getting Started 1-2 Unpacking the DeskNote Carefully unpack the DeskNote Computer and the included accessories (Figure 1-1). If there is any discrepancy or problem, contact your dealer immediately. Be sure to save the packing materials in the event that the DeskNote needs to be shipped in the future. The shipping carton should contain the following items: m DeskNote comp uter m CD For drivers m PS/2 Transfer Cable m Carrying
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Chapter 1—Getting Started 1-3 Features of the DeskNote Opening the LCD Cover 1. Push the latch towards the right to open the top cover. (Figure 1-2) 2. Lift the top cover to reveal the LCD panel and the keyboard. 3. Adjust the LCD panel to a comfortable viewing angle. 4. Press the power button to turn the system on or off (Figure 1-4). Figure 1-2 Figure 1-2 Figure 1-3
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Chapter 1—Getting Started 1-4 System Status Indicators Power button Figure 1-4 Figure 1-5 Power button Use this button to turn the system on or off (Figure 1 -4). After proper configuration under SCU, this button can be used as suspend/resume hot button (refer to Chapter 3: BIOS Utilities, Power Menu for more information). Note: After turning off the system, wait for a few seconds to power it on again.
