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Contents
Preface
Chapter 1 Before You Begin
Creating Backup Disks .................................1-2
Features of the Computer..............................1-3
Environmental Specifications ........................1-5
Using the Computer......................................1-7
Power Saving Modes .....................................1-9
Securing the Computer ...............................1-14
Using the AC Adapter..................................1-15
Chapter 2 Using Your Computer
Starting the Computer ..................................2-3
Using the Brightness and Contrast Controls ..2-4
Turning the Speakers On and Off ..................2-5
Using the Microphone ...................................2-6
Using PC Cards ............................................2-7
Using Indicator Lights.................................2-10
Using the Touchpad....................................2-13
Using Disk Drives .......................................2-15
Adding Memory...........................................2-25
Using the Keyboard.....................................2-28
Using the Internal Numeric Keypad .............2-32
Using Connectors and Ports ........................2-34
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
Calibrating the Battery..................................3-8
Removing and Installing the Battery Pack....3-10
Re-Installing the Battery Compartment Door..3-12
Conserving Battery Power ...........................3-13
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Chapter 4 Options
AC Adapter ...................................................4-2
PC Cards ......................................................4-3
PS/2 Devices ................................................4-4
External Monitor...........................................4-5
External Mouse ............................................4-6
Memory ........................................................4-7
Audio Options...............................................4-8
Docking Option.............................................4-9
Miscellaneous Options ................................4-10
Chapter 5 Using Software
Using Supplied Software ...............................5-2
Getting Online Help ......................................5-3
Guidelines for Installing Applications ............5-4
Using System Passwords...............................5-6
Chapter 6 Mobility
Disconnecting from the Desktop....................6-2
Moving Around .............................................6-3
Taking the Computer Home...........................6-4
Traveling with the Computer .........................6-7
Traveling Internationally with the Computer.....6-9
Chapter 7 Care and Troubleshooting
Cleaning the Computer .................................7-2
Troubleshooting Tips ....................................7-3
Startup Error Messages ................................7-4
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Preface
This manual describes features of the Texas
Instruments Extensa™ 670 Series notebook
computers. The Extensa series computers are
similar in appearance and incorporate such
features as CardBus, 16-bit stereo audio,
module bay, Fast Infrared and internal pointing
device.
This manual should answer most of the
questions you have about the day-to-day
operation of your Extensa notebook computer.
Use the Just for Starters… instructions that
came with your computer to get your computer
running for the first time.
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.
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Before You Begin
After completing the instructions in Just for
Starters…, read this chapter to learn about the
important functions of your computer. Some
functions, such as Creating Backup Disks,
should be performed as soon as possible after
the purchase of your computer.
Contents
Creating Backup Disks ................................ 1-2
Features of the Computer............................. 1-3
Standard Features ................................ 1-3
Customizing Features ........................... 1-4
Environmental Specifications ....................... 1-5
Using the Computer..................................... 1-7
Power Saving Modes..................................... 1-9
0V Suspend Mode ............................... 1-11
5V Suspend Mode ............................... 1-12
Standby Mode..................................... 1-13
Securing the Computer .............................. 1-14
Using the AC Adapter................................. 1-15
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Creating Backup Disks
You should create your backup system disks as
soon as possible after purchasing your
computer. The process you follow depends on
the operating system you selected when you
installed the computer for the first time.
Windows® 95
Backing up Windows 95 requires approximately
43 formatted 3½-inch, 1.44 MB floppy disks.
Labels for the floppy disks are included with the
manual.
To create backup system disks, use the Create
System Disk tool from Windows 95.
Windows for Workgroups
Backing up MS-DOS® and Windows for
Workgroups requires approximately twenty 3½-
inch, 1.44 MB floppy disks.
To create backup system disks, use the Make
Disk utility, which is located in the Main
program group.
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Features of the Computer
Standard Features
The following list displays the standard features
of your Extensa computer:
PCI Bus architecture
16 MB EDO (Extended Data Out) memory
2 MB EDO video memory
Fast video graphics accelerator
0-Volt Suspend, 5-Volt Suspend and
Standby power saving modes
No-reboot setup function
STN or TFT color display
16-bit stereo audio
Fast infrared communication
Duracell NiMH (Nickel-Metal-Hydride) or
optional Li-Ion (Lithium-Ion) battery pack
1.43 GB (or higher) capacity hard disk drive
with Local Bus
Internal touchpad pointing device
Small, lightweight AC adapter
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