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Creating Backup Diskettes1-2You should create your backup system diskettesas soon as possible after purchasing yournotebook. This process requires ap

Features of the Computer1-3Standard FeaturesThe following table displays Extensa standardfeatures:8 MB EDO memory1 MB of video memoryFast video graphi

Features of the Computer1-4Customizing FeaturesThe following features allow you to customizeyour computer to fit your requirements.External keyboard p

Environmental Specifications1-5This section provides information on theoptimum operating environment for yourExtensa notebook computer.TemperatureOper

Using the Computer1-6Never pick up or carry your unit by thedisplay.Never use the computer in harshenvironments where it could be subjected torapid te

Using the Computer1-7Do not try to force the cover beyond its fullyopened position — about 180 degrees.!Caution: In the rare event that you should se

Suspend-to-Disk Mode1-8Suspend-to-disk mode (also called zero-voltsuspend mode) saves battery power when youare not actively using your computer.In su

Securing the Computer1-9Your Extensa computer comes with a safetynotch. To physically secure your computer,complete the following steps:1.Wrap the ca

Using the AC Adapter1-10AC AdapterACAdapterCharges the internal battery pack andoperates the computer on AC powerwhether or not a battery pack is inst

Using the AC Adapter1-11To connect the AC adapter, complete thefollowing steps:1. Turn off the power, or press the Suspend toDisk button to put the co

Copyright © 1996 Texas InstrumentsAll Rights Reserved — Printed in TaiwanExtensa Series Notebook User’s GuideTI Part No. 9811352-0001Original Issue:

2Using Your Computer2-1Before beginning this chapter, ensure you haveread and understood Chapter 1. Chapter 2describes how to start and use your Exte

Starting the Computer2-2Power SwitchPowerSwitchTurns the computer on and off for bothAC and battery operation. When thepower is off, the battery cont

Using the Brightness Control2-3Brightness ControlBrightnessControlAdjusts the brightness level of thescreen.Press Fn+F2 to display the brightnesscontr

Using the Contrast Control2-4Contrast ControlContrastControl(Dual-ScanOnly)Adjusts the contrast level of theilluminated screen.Press Fn+F2 to toggle b

Using the Volume Control2-5Volume ControlVolumeControlAdjusts the volume.Press Fn+F5 to display the volumecontrol pop-up. Press Fn+→→ andFn+←← to inc

Ejecting PCMCIA Cards2-6The PCMCIA eject buttons are found beside eachslot. Pressing an eject button ejects the PCMCIAcard from the slot.PCMCIA Eject

Using Indicator Lights2-7The computer uses the following indicator lightsto show the status of certain functions.Top Indicator LightsPowerIndicatorLig

Using Indicator Lights2-8Front Indicator LightsStandbyModeIndicatorLights when the computer entersstandby mode.Hard DiskIndicatorLights when the compu

Using the Touchpad2-9The embedded touchpad offers a unique andefficient way of pointing and selecting in aWindows environment. The following figuresh

Using the Touchpad2-10Configuring the TouchpadYou can get better control of the touchpad byinstalling the Synaptics Touchpad utility. Toinstall the u

FCC NoticeThis device has been tested and found to comply with the limitsfor a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limit

Using the Touchpad2-113.Double-click on the Touchpad icon and selectGeneral.4.Select the Options... button to display theSynaptics Touchpad Control Pa

Using the Touchpad2-12You can configure different aspects of thetouchpad including the pointer, motion andorientation as well as touchpad shortcuts.

Using Disk Drives2-13Hard DiskThe Extensa notebook comes with a540-million byte (524 MB) or highercapacity hard disk drive. The hard diskis formatted

Using Disk Drives2-14Floppy Drive GuidelinesFailure to observe the following precautions candamage both the floppy drive and the data onthe floppy:Ins

Adding Memory2-15Your computer is equipped with 8 MB of randomaccess memory (RAM). Memory expansion canbe accomplished by upgrading from 8 MB ofmemor

Using the Keyboard2-16The computer has many special keys, but mostof them depend on an application for theirfunctionality.Special KeysThe following ke

Using the Keyboard2-17F2(during POST)Loads the ROM-based Setup from theDOS prompt (not in Windows 95)when pressed during POST (power onself test) at s

Using the Keyboard2-18Windows logo key + MMinimize AllWindows logo key + RDisplay Run dialog boxApplication keyDisplays the application’scontext menu

Using the InternalNumeric Keypad2-19The keyboard has an embedded keypad thatprovides the same functions as the discretenumeric keypad on an AT™ enhanc

Using the InternalNumeric Keypad2-20Pressing Shift with a key generates thecharacters shown in the following figure.Num Lock On (with Shift)If you pre

Use ConditionsThis part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation issubject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may notcause har

Using Connectors and Ports2-21This section provides a description of connectorsand ports on the rear and left side panel of theExtensa notebook comput

Using Connectors and Ports2-22ExternalMonitor(15-pin)Connects to an external analog VGAmonitor.Serial(9-pin)Connects to external devices such as aseri

3Using Battery Power3-1The primary difference between using batterypower and AC power is the limited time you canoperate before you must recharge.This

Guidelines for Battery Use3-2!Caution: Never dispose of exhausted batteriesin a fire. Recycle if possible.The battery should be handled carefully to

Switching to Battery Power3-3This procedure should only be done if yourbattery currently has charge remaining. TheDuracell NiMH battery pack is “hot-

Responding toLow Battery Conditions3-4The notebook has battery-low warning signalsthat are both audible and visible. When thebattery has 5% to 10% of

Responding toLow Battery Conditions3-5Turn off the computer if it does not need tobe active.Once your system enters suspend-to-disk mode,you can repla

Recharging the Battery3-6!Caution: Never recharge the battery differentlyfrom the procedure described in this manual.The following procedure is accept

Conditioning the Battery3-7The Duracell battery is a Nickel-Metal-Hydride(NiMH) rechargeable battery. NiMH batteriesrequire occasional conditioning t

Removing and Installingthe Battery Pack3-8Removing the Battery PackFollow these steps to remove the battery:!Caution: Turn off the notebook or enters

ContentsvPrefaceChapter 1 Before You BeginCreating Backup Diskettes...1-2Features of the Computer...

Removing and Installingthe Battery Pack3-9Installing the Battery PackFollow these steps to install the battery:!Caution: Turn off the notebook or ente

Conserving Battery Power3-10The following tips can help you prolong the lifeof a battery charge:Keep the display at the lowest comfortablebrightness a

4Options4-1This chapter provides information on Options available for your Extensa computer. Forfurther information, refer to the installation instru

AC Adapter4-2The AC adapter charges the internal battery pack and operates the computer on ACpower whether or not a battery pack is installed. The AC

PCMCIA4-3PCMCIA Option CardsPCMCIA option cards are used to add additional functionality to your computer, suchas communicating over a telephone or co

PCMCIA4-41. Open the Control Panel.2. Click on the PCMCIA icon.3. Select the card you want to eject.4. Click on Stop.5. After receiving a Windows 95 p

Numeric Keypad4-5The optional PS/2 Numeric Keypad (TI Part No. 2581381-0001) can be used instead ofthe internal numeric keypad.PS/2 Numeric KeypadTo u

External Monitor4-6You can connect the computer to external monitors, many of which can displayresolutions higher than 640 x 480.When the computer is

Using an External Mouse4-7Although the Extensa comes with a pointing device already installed, youmay use an external PS/2 or serial mouse.1. Turn off

Using an External Keyboard4-8You can connect any IBM-compatible external PS/2 keyboard. Followthese steps.1. Attach the six-pin Mini-Din connector to

ContentsviChapter 4 OptionsAC Adapter...4-2PCMCIA...

Memory4-9Your computer is equipped with 8 MB of random access memory (RAM). There are 2memory upgrade slots on the notebook. You can increase memory

Audio Options4-10Your notebook comes with 16-bit stereo audio. A built-in speaker is located on thepalm rest.Built-in SpeakerBesides the built-in spe

Miscellaneous Options4-11There are additional options available for use with your notebook. These include:BatteriesYou can purchase spare batteries —

5Using Software5-1This chapter describes the software suppliedwith the computer and how to configureapplication software to run on the computer.Conten

Using Supplied Software5-2Your computer is shipped with the followingsoftware installed on the hard disk:Microsoft Windows 95Power-saving utilitiesPC

Getting Online Help5-3All of the supplied software have online helpfiles, which reduce the need to refer to printedmanuals and provide you with inform

Guidelines for InstallingApplications5-4Adjusting the Software for theComputerYour computer can execute almost all programswritten to execute on AT co

Guidelines for InstallingApplications5-5Configuring the Computer for theSoftwareSome programs require you to modify the waythe computer operates to en

Using a System Password5-6The notebook implements a two-passwordsecurity system:The Setup password prevents unauthorizedaccess to the Setup utilityThe

Using a System Password5-7If you set the power-on password, you will beprompted for the new power-on password beforestarting Windows 95.If you set the

PrefaceviiThis manual describes features of the TexasInstruments Extensa notebook computers. TheExtensa series computers are similar inappearance and

Using a System Password5-8!Caution: If you forget the system password,you will not be able to use your computer. Toregain access, you must send your

6Traveling with Your Computer6-1This chapter helps you prepare for traveling withyour computer.ContentsTips for the Traveler...

Tips for the Traveler6-2Your Extensa Computer is a precisioninstrument containing many sensitivecomponents. It should be handled with care.Here are s

Tips for the Traveler6-3Changes in temperature and humidity cancause condensation. Allow the computer toreturn to room temperature, and inspect thedi

What to Take When Traveling6-4If you plan to use your computer when traveling,you should consider taking the following items:This manualAC adapterPowe

Packing the Computer andAccessories6-51. Turn off the computer. Disconnect the ACadapter from the computer and from the ACoutlet.2. Close and latch t

7Care and Troubleshooting7-1This chapter tells you how to clean yourcomputer safely and solve operational problems.ContentsCleaning the Computer...

Cleaning the Computer7-2Regularly take the time to check your computerand clean the screen, keyboard, and case toensure trouble-free computing.!Cautio

Troubleshooting Tips7-3Computer does notcome on when powerswitch is pressedLow battery; use AC adapter andrecharge battery.Ensure AC adapter cable and

Startup Error Messages7-4CMOS Battery BadContact your dealer or anauthorized service center.CMOS Checksum ErrorContact your dealer or anauthorized ser

PrefaceviiiYou should also take advantage of the onlinehelp files that are available with almost all of theprograms shipped with your computer.We hope

Startup Error Messages7-5Hard Disk 0 ExtendedType ErrorContact your dealer or anauthorized service center.Insert system disketteand press <Enter>

Startup Error Messages7-6Pointing Device ErrorContact your dealer or anauthorized service center.Pointing DeviceInterface ErrorContact your dealer or

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1Before You Begin1-1After completing procedures in the Quick Startinstructions, read this chapter to learn aboutimportant functions of your computer.