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Extensa
Copyright © 1996 Texas Instruments
All Rights Reserved — Printed in Taiwan
Extensa Series Notebook User’s Guide
TI Part No. 9811352-0001
Original Issue: January 1996
Changes may be made periodically to the information
in this publication. Such changes will be incorporated
in new editions of this manual.
Record the serial number, purchase date, and model
number in the space provided below. The serial
number and model number are recorded on the label
affixed to the case. All correspondence concerning
your unit should include the serial number, model
number, and date of purchase.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored
in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by
any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopy,
recording, or otherwise, without the prior written
permission of Texas Instruments.
Extensa Notebook Computer
Model_______Serial No.____________Purchase Date________
Extensa is a trademark of Texas Instruments. The icons in the
Windows Notebook and Startup groups are copyrighted by Texas
Instruments.
TranXit is a trademark of Puma Technology.
IBM, OS/2, AT PS/2, and VGA are trademarks of International
Business Machines Corporation..
Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are registered trademarks and
Windows, Windows 95 and Xenix are trademarks of the Microsoft
Corporation.
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NetWare is a registered trademark of Novell, Inc.
UNIX is a registered trademark of American Telephone and
Telegraph.
FCC Notice
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this device does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the device off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the device and receiver
Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television
technician for help
Notice: Shield Cables
All connections to other computing devices must be made using
shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations.
Notice: Peripheral Devices
Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.)
certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this
equipment. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to
result in interference to radio and TV reception.
Caution
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
manufacturer could void the user’s authority, which is granted by
the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this
computer.
Use Conditions
This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Notice: Canadian Users
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respected toutes les
exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Contents
v
Preface
Chapter 1 Before You Begin
Creating Backup Diskettes
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1-2
Features of the Computer
.............................
1-3
Environmental Specifications
........................
1-5
Using the Computer
................................
.....
1-6
Suspend-to-Disk Mode
................................
.
1-8
Securing the Computer
...............................
1-10
Using the AC Adapter
................................
.
1-11
Chapter 2 Using Your Computer
Starting the Computer
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..
2-2
Using the Brightness Control
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2-3
Using the Contrast Control
...........................
2-4
Using the Volume Control
.............................
2-5
Ejecting PCMCIA Cards
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.
2-6
Using Indicator Lights
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2-7
Using the Touchpad
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2-9
Using Disk Drives
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2-13
Adding Memory
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2-15
Using the Keyboard
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....
2-16
Using the Internal Numeric Keypad
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2-19
Using Connectors and Ports
........................
2-21
Chapter 3 Using Battery Power
Guidelines for Battery Use
............................
3-2
Switching to Battery Power
...........................
3-3
Responding to Low Battery Conditions
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3-4
Recharging the Battery
................................
.
3-6
Conditioning the Battery
...............................
3-7
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
......
3-8
Conserving Battery Power
...........................
3-10
Contents
vi
Chapter 4 Options
AC Adapter
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4-2
PCMCIA
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4-3
Numeric Keypad
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4-5
External Monitor
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4-6
Using an External Mouse
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4-7
Using and External Keyboard
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4-8
Memory
................................
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4-9
Audio Options
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4-10
Miscellaneous Options
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4-11
Chapter 5 Using Software
Using Supplied Software
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5-2
Getting Online Help
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5-3
Guidelines for Installing Applications
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5-4
Using a Password
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5-6
Chapter 6 Traveling with Your Computer
Tips for the Traveler
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6-2
What to Take When Traveling
........................
6-4
Packing the Computer and Accessories
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6-5
Chapter 7 Care and Troubleshooting
Cleaning the Computer
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.
7-2
Troubleshooting Tips
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7-3
Startup Error Messages
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7-4
Appendix A Where to Get Help
Preface
vii
This manual describes features of the Texas
Instruments Extensa notebook computers. The
Extensa series computers are similar in
appearance and incorporate such features as
PCMCIA and internal pointing device.
The following figure displays the Extensa
computer.
Extensa
This manual should answer most of the
questions you have about the day-to-day
operation of your Extensa notebook computer.
Use the Quick Start instructions that came with
your computer to get your computer running for
the first time.
Preface
viii
You should also take advantage of the online
help files that are available with almost all of the
programs shipped with your computer.
We hope you enjoy your Extensa computer.
With proper care, your computer will provide
you with years of productive service.
1
Before You Begin
1-1
After completing procedures in the Quick Start
instructions, read this chapter to learn about
important functions of your computer. Some,
such as Creating Backup Diskettes, should be
performed as soon as possible after the purchase
of your computer.
Contents
Creating Backup Diskettes
...........................
1-2
Features of the Computer
............................
1-3
Standard Features
................................
1-3
Optimizing Features
.............................
1-4
Environmental Specifications
.......................
1-5
Using the Computer
................................
.....
1-6
Suspend-to-Disk Mode
................................
.
1-8
Securing the Computer
..............................
1-10
Using the AC Adapter
................................
1-11
Creating Backup Diskettes
1-2
You should create your backup system diskettes
as soon as possible after purchasing your
notebook. This process requires approximately
thirty 3 1/2-inch, 1.44 MB diskettes. Labels for
the diskettes are included with the manual.
To create backup system diskettes, use the
Create System Disk tool that is part of Windows
95.
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