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TAG 20 Series manual System Memory Upgrade, Expanding Your Computer

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You can upgrade your computer by changing system memory to a maximum of 1 GB on the SO-DIMM slot. However, to avoid damage during the installation procedure, please ask your dealer for help.

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TAG 20 Series manual System Memory Upgrade, Expanding Your Computer

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MIL-BOOK 20 SERIES NOTEBOOK OPERATOR’ S MANUAL22355 TAG Way, Dulles, VA 20166 Tel 703 406.3000 Fax 703 Page TRADEMARKS Information in this manual is subject to change without noticeRegulatory Information On the Use of the System Class B RegulationsPlease note Safety Notices About the BatteryCanada Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations Class B Compliance NoticeAttention for USA Users About the AC AdapterAbout the Modem Caution for USA UsersUSA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices On the Use of RF DeviceRadio Frequency Interference Requirements and SAR Use in specific environmentsAntenna use Explosive Device Proximity WarningAntenna Warning Use on Aircraft CautionEMC Requirements European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices Canada Radio Frequency Interference RequirementsStatements of Compliance EnglishLocal Restrictions of 802.11b Radio Usage GreekIcelandic ItalianDepartments in Which the Wireless LAN Module Can Be Used Indoors Only GeneralBelgium and the Netherlands FranceTurning Off the Wireless LAN Radio Frequency Ranges MHzIndoors OutdoorsTable of Contents PrefaceChapter 1 Getting Started Chapter 2 Operating Your Tablet PCChapter 3 Managing Power Configuring the Display ModesInserting and Ejecting Floppy Disks Chapter 5 Setup Configuration Utility SCU Chapter 6 Installing Software DriversChapter 4 Expanding Your Computer Chapter 7 Caring for the Tablet PCChapter 8 Troubleshooting Appendix A Specificationsxviii Preface Notational Conventions Getting Started CHAPTERGetting the Computer Running UnpackingConnecting to AC Power Before You Begin1. Make sure the computer is turned off Positioning the Tablet PC Using the Wireless Keyboard option Turning On and Off the Computer Turning OnGetting Started Turning Off Taking a Look at the Computer Right-Side ComponentsConnector ConnectorPower ConnectorExpansion Port PC Card SlotLeft-Side Components ConnectorX-Bay Interface IR PortRear Components Main BatteryStand PackFront Components Power ButtonVolume BatteryVolume/LCD Adjust ButtonSpeaker BrightnessBottom-Side Components CCD PortConnects a CCD PC camera Getting StartedWhere to Go from Here For this purpose…Do this… 1-16Operating Your Tablet PC CHAPTERStarting and Stopping the Computer Starting the ComputerStopping the Computer Operating Your Tablet PC Using the Wireless Keyboard option Mouse-control ButtonsTypewriter Keys Cursor-Control KeysEuro Symbol Numeric KeypadWindows Keys Function KeysUsing the Touchscreen Configuring the Touchscreen TermAction Using the Floppy Disk Drive option Connecting the Floppy Disk DriveThrough the Tablet PC’s USB Port Operating Your Tablet PC 2-11Inserting and Ejecting Floppy Disks Through the Private CableNever turn off or reset the computer while the floppy disk drive in-use indicator is on Operating Your Tablet PC2-13 Using the Hard Disk Drive Using the Optical Drive option CD drive can read CDs, audio CDs, CD-R, and CD-RW discsCombo drive can work both as a DVD drive and CD-RW drive Operating Your Tablet PCConnecting the Optical Drive Inserting and Removing a DiscFollow this procedure to insert or remove a disc 1. Turn on the computer4. Gently push the tray back into the drive Using the Video Features Configuring the Display ModesResolution ColorsOperating Your Tablet PC 2-192-20 Operating Your Tablet PCUsing the Audio Features Connecting Audio Devices Using the Communication Features Using the ModemUsing the Wireless LAN Configuring the WLAN2. Click Network and Internet Connections Using the Wireless Modem Connecting Using the Wireless ModemGSM data transmission circuit-switched data Turning Off/On the WLAN RadioUsing the GPS Connecting Using GPRSConfiguring a GSM Modem Connection Configuring a GPRS ConnectionHeres how GPS works in five logical steps Managing Power CHAPTERAC and Car Adapter Managing PowerBattery Pack Charging the Battery PackInitializing the Battery Pack Checking the Battery LevelReplacing the Main Battery Pack By Operating SystemBy Gas Gauge To replace the battery pack, follow these steps Battery Low Signals and Actions Power Management Manual Power Management HibernationPower-Saving Tips Expanding Your Computer This chapter gives guidelines on installing and using these devicesCHAPTER Serial device IR device USB device PC cardConnecting a Serial Device Connecting a USB Device Expanding Your Computer Connecting an IR Device For the front panel’s IR portFor the left side’s IR port When using the left side’s IR port Using PC Cards CardBus SupportInserting and Removing a PC Card To remove a PC card System Memory Upgrade Expanding Your ComputerSetup Configuration Utility SCU This chapter tells you how to use the SCU programCHAPTER When and How to Use the SCU Program When to UseStarting SCU Moving Around and Making Selections A brief description of keyboard if installed usage is listed nextSetup Configuration Utility SCU FunctionMain Menu Date and TimeSetup Configuration Utility SCU Internal Numlock USB EmulationAdvanced Menu Geyserville SupportShared Video Memory COM PortsSetup Configuration Utility SCU LPT Port HDD Heater Function Key 1/2/3 Define FN1/FN2/FN3Power Button Define Set Password Security MenuHard Disk Boot Sector Setup Configuration Utility SCU5-12 Boot Menu Boot SequenceExit Menu Get Default Values loads factory default values for all the items Setup Configuration Utility SCU5-15 Load Previous Values restores previous values for all the items Setup Configuration Utility SCU5-16 Installing Software Drivers CHAPTERHow to Use the CD Installing Software DriversJust click the Device Driver link on the main screen Installing Software Drivers NameDirectory DescriptionDos Mode Setting Installing Software Drivers1. Select right side corner icon then will appear next figure 2. Select “Graphics Options” then click on the “Graphics Properties”Installing Software Drivers Touchscreen Driver To install the touch screen driver perform the followingInstalling Software Drivers 1. Insert the driver CD into the driveTouch screen Calibration Intel SpeedStep Utility Make the necessary settings according to your system requirementsInstalling Software Drivers Wireless LAN Utility Installation Caring for the Tablet PC CHAPTERUsing the Password Using an Anti-Virus StrategyProtecting the Computer Taking Care of the Tablet PC Location GuidelinesGeneral Guidelines Cleaning Guidelines Battery Pack GuidelinesIf you will not be using the computer for a long period of time more than two weeks, remove the Main battery pack from the computer and switch OFF Backup battery When Traveling Troubleshooting CHAPTERPreliminary Checklist Solving Common Problems For easy reference, the problems are divided into these categoriesProblem Type TroubleshootingBattery Problems The battery does not charge Battery Charge indicator does not appearThe operating time of a fully charged battery becomes shorter Optical Drive Problems Display ProblemsThe optical drive cannot read a disc You cannot eject a discThe characters on the screen are dim Bad dots appear on the display at all timesFloppy Disk Drive Problems Resolution cannot be adjusted to desired settingThe Floppy Disk Drive In-use Indicator stays on The external monitor displays nothingHardware Device Problems Hard Disk Drive ProblemsInfrared Problems The computer does not recognize a newly installed deviceKeyboard and Mouse Problems The numeric keypad is disabledThe external keyboard does not respond The PS/2 mouse does not workLAN Problems WLAN ProblemsI cannot access the network I cannot use the WLAN featureI cannot connect to another WLAN device I cannot access the networkModem Problems PC Card ProblemsThe modem does not work The PC card does not workPower Management Problems Printer ProblemsThe PC card stops communicating properly The computer does not enter Standby or Suspend mode automaticallySoftware Problems Sound ProblemsThe printer prints garbled information An application program does not work correctlyStartup Problems When you turn on the computer, it stops after POSTThe sound system does not record The external microphone or audio device does not workOther Problems The date/time is incorrectResetting the Computer Reset Button SwitchSpecifications APPENDIXSpecifications PartsSpecifications Specifications802.11b, supports Intel PRO / Wireless 2100 LAN mini-PCI type 3B PartsRegulatory Information APPENDIXOn the Use of the System Class B RegulationsPlease note Regulatory InformationCanada Canadian Department of CommunicationsRadio Interference Regulations Class B Compliance Notice Caution Texts Concerning Lithium BatteriesAttention for USA Users About the AC AdapterCaution for USA Users About the ModemUse in specific environments USA and Canada Safety Requirements and NoticesOn the Use of RF Device Radio Frequency Interference Requirements and SARAntenna use Explosive Device Proximity WarningAntenna Warning Use on Aircraft CautionEMC Requirements European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices Canada Radio Frequency Interference RequirementsStatements of Compliance EnglishLocal Restrictions of 802.11b Radio Usage GreekIcelandic ItalianGeneral Belgium and the NetherlandsFrance Departments in Which the Wireless LAN Module Can Be Used Indoors OnlyTurning Off the Wireless LAN Radio Frequency Ranges MHzIndoors Outdoors