Contentsviii
Preface
Chapter 1 Before You Begin
Creating Backup Disks .................................1-2
Features of the Computer ............................. 1-3
Environmental Specifications........................ 1-5
Using the Computer ..................................... 1-6
Power Saving Modes .....................................1-8
Securing the Computer............................... 1-10
Using the AC Adapter ................................. 1-11
Chapter 2 Using Your Computer
Starting the Computer.................................. 2-3
Running the Demo Program.......................... 2-4
Using the Brightness and Contrast Controls.. 2-6
Turning the Speakers On and Off.................. 2-7
Using PC Cards ............................................2-8
Using Indicator Lights.................................2-11
Using the Touchpad.................................... 2-14
Using Disk Drives....................................... 2-16
Adding Memory .......................................... 2-29
Using the Keyboard .................................... 2-30
Using the Internal Numeric Keypad............. 2-34
Using Connectors and Ports........................ 2-36
Chapter 3 Using Battery Power
Guidelines for Battery Use ............................3-2
Switching to Battery Power ...........................3-4
Responding to Low Battery Conditions .......... 3-5
Recharging the Battery ................................. 3-7
Conditioning the Battery............................... 3-8
Removing and Installing the Battery Pack...... 3-9
Conserving Battery Power ........................... 3-11