User ManualTable of ContentsFirst things first3Your guides3Basic care and tips for using your computer3Getting familiar with your computer11A tour of your computer13Front view13Left view15Right view16Rear view17Bottom view18Features19Display20Indicators21Keyboard23Special keys23Keyboard ergonomics27Touchpad28Touchpad basics28Launch keys30Storage31Inserting and ejecting a diskette31Ejecting the optical drive tray31Emergency ejection of the optical drive tray32Connectivity options33Ethernet and LAN33Fax/data modem33Audio35Securing your computer36Security slot36Passwords36Operating on battery power37Battery pack39Battery pack characteristics39Installing and removing the battery pack40Charging the battery41Checking the battery level41Optimizing battery life41Battery-low warning42Power management43Peripherals and options45External display devices47External input devices48External keyboard48External keypad48External pointing device48USB devices49IEEE 1394 Port50Printer51Audio devices52Expansion devices53PC Card53Miscellaneous options55Battery pack55AC adapter55Key component upgrades56Memory upgrade56Hard disk upgrade57Moving with your computer59Disconnecting from the desktop61Moving around62Preparing the computer62What to bring to short meetings62What to bring to long meetings62Taking the computer home63Preparing the computer63What to bring with you63Special considerations63Setting up a home office64Traveling with the computer65Preparing the computer65What to take with you65Special considerations65Traveling internationally with your computer66Preparing the computer66What to take with you66Special considerations66Software67System software69Launch Manager69BIOS Setup Utility70Troubleshooting75Frequently asked questions77Appendix B Notices87Index97Size: 3.29 MBPages: 100Language: EnglishOpen manual