Acer Extensa 660 Maintenance Manual

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7.Replace the Advanced PCI Access Cover and all components removed in Steps 
1 and 2 above. Refer to the User Documentation for the Advanced PCI option 
for further instructions.
Figure 2-2  Installing an Advanced PCI Card Option
2.3.4 Installing PCMCIA Options
The Notebook has two connector slots for PCMCIA option cards. These two slots can be 
used to install one Type III or two Type I/II credit card size PCMCIA option cards. You 
can install a PCMCIA (PC card) without turning the computer off.
Use the following procedure to install a PCMCIA option:
1.Review the installation instructions supplied with the PCMCIA option card(s).
2.   Hold the card at the end opposite the connector pins with the label side up. 
Insert the card into an unused slot on the left side of the Notebook.
3.    If the option requires external cabling (e.g., modem option), connect external 
cabling at this time.
Note: After installation of a PCMCIA option card, Windows 95 displays the New 
Hardware Found dialog box to help you configure the new device. To remove a 
card, click on the PCMCIA icon; then, press the appropriate PC Card Release 
lever (or press both levers for a Type III device) and remove the option.
Bottom of Notebook
Advanced PCI Compartment
Compartment 
with cover removed
Advanced PCI Connector 
						

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Figure 2-3  Installing PCMCIA Option Cards
Note: When installing a Zoomed Video option card, the card must be installed in 
the upper card slot (slot 0 or A). Other option cards can be installed in either 
card slot.
PC Card
Release 
Levers 
						

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2.4  Installing External Notebook Options
2.4.1 Installing Ext. Keyboard/Mouse/Numeric Keypad
A PS/2 compatible Keyboard, mouse or an optional PS/2-compatible numeric keypad 
may be installed on the notebook via the mouse connector on the left rear port as shown 
in Figure 2-4.
Figure 2-4  PS/2 Port Pinouts
 Mouse/Keyboard Connector
Pin No. Signal Name
1
2
3
4
5
6MDATA/KDATA
MSGND
MSVcc
MCLK/KCLK4
213 5
6 
						

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2.4.2 Installing an External Parallel Printer
The Notebook is equipped with an external, bidirectional, ECC/EPP compatible, 25-pin 
parallel printer port. The connector pinouts and connector location are shown in 
Figure 2-5.
Figure  2-5  Parallel Port Pinouts
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101112 13
1415 1617 1819
20 21 22 23 24
25
PARALLEL PORT PINOUTS
1
2
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SIGNAL SPP MODE
STB*
PD0
PD1
PD2
PD3
PD4
PD5
PD6
PD7
ACK*
BUSY
PE
SLCT
AFD*
ERR*
Ground INIT*
SLIN*
Note: * Denotes
Active Low
LPT18
VCC
PLP121
PLP122 PLP120
FDD 5V
LP125
Busy
PLP120PLP1 21
PLP1 22
Ground FDD 5VLP125
Paper Out
Auto Line Feed*
 Select
Error*Initialize Printer*Select In*
LPT 18
VCC Strobe*
Data Bit 0
Data Bit 1
Data Bit 2
Data Bit 3Data Bit 4
Data Bit 5
Data Bit 6
Data Bit 7
Acknowledge*
PIN 
						

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2.4.3 Installing an External Serial Port Device
The notebook contains an external RS-232 serial port with a 9-pin, male DB-9 connector 
as shown in Figure 2-6 (25-pin cables require the use of an adapter for use with the 
9-pin port). The serial ports are used to interconnect such devices as:
¨External Modem
¨Serial Mouse
¨Serial Printer
¨Any device that uses an RS-232 interface
Caution:  Never connect a parallel device to a serial port or a serial device 
to a parallel port or video port; this may cause damage to the notebook 
and/or external device. If you are uncertain of what type connector the 
external device has, refer to the technical manual for the external device.  
Figure 2-6  Serial Port Pinouts 
						

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2.4.4 Installing an External VGA Monitor
The notebook contains an external CR T port that can drive one of  a variety of monitor 
resolutions and colors as summarized in Table 1-9. The associated connector location 
and pinouts are shown in Figure 2-7.
Figure 2-7  External VGA Pinouts
Use the following procedure to install an external monitor:
1.Turn off power to both the notebook and monitor.
2.Connect the 15-pin external VGA cable from the monitor to the VGA connector 
on the notebook computer (refer to Figure 2-7).
3.Power up the notebook computer first; then, turn on power to the monitor.
4.Setup the notebook display mode for LCD only, simultaneous LCD and CRT 
or CRT only (under Windows 95, select the Change Display Utility; under 
Windows for Workgroups, use the WinMode Utility).
5.Install the correct driver, if required (refer to the Monitor Installation 
Instructions supplied by the CR T vendor).
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11, 12
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15RED VIDEO
GREEN VIDEO
BLUE VIDEO
NOT USED
GROUND
RED RETURN
GREEN RETURN
BLUE RETURN
NOT USED
GROUND
NOT USED
HORIZONTAL SYNC
VERTICAL SYNC
NOT USEDOUTPUT
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
INPUT
INPUT
INPUT
OUTPUT
OUTPUT PIN SIGNAL NAME DIR ECTION
EXT ERNAL  VGA CONNECTOR PINOUT S
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14 15 
						

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2.5 Battery Pack Installation
1.Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter if attached to the  
computer.
NOTE: If removing an existing battery, press the battery release latch located 
underneath the notebook as shown in Figure 2-8 and remove the battery.
2.Look for the hand hold and insert the battery with hand hold down until 
battery pack snaps in place.
Figure 2-8  Battery Pack Removal/Installation Installation
Secondary
Battery Release
Latch
Optional Media
Bay Secondary
Battery Pack
(Li-Ion)
NiMH or Li-Ion
Primary Battery
Primary Battery Release
Latch 
						

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2.6  Installing the AC Power Adapter
Use the following procedures to connect the AC adapter to the system:
Caution: Use only the AC adapter supplied with the computer; other 
adapters can damage the unit.
1.  Remove the AC adapter from the packaging. Connect the round coaxial 
connector supplied with the notebook to the DC IN power receptacle on the 
left rear of the notebook as shown in Figure 2-9.
2.     Connect the female side of the AC power cord to the AC adapter and connect 
the male end to a grounded AC outlet.
 
Figure 2-9  Installing the AC Adapter
2.7  Initial Software Load
After unpacking and setting up the notebook for the first time, you must perform an 
initial software load that takes approximately 30 minutes.
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process can cause irreversible file damage. Before starting the initial software load 
process, ensure that you have the following:
¨Extensa 660 User’s Guide - Contains latest software installation instructions.
¨AC Adapter/Access to AC power - Although the battery pack may have some 
charge, it may be insufficient for the entire set up. Loss of power during setup 
can cause irreversible file damage.
¨Certificate of Authenticity - You will need to enter the number from your 
Windows 95 Certificate of Authenticity during Windows 95 Setup. This 
certificate is part of the Windows 95 documentation kit. You need this number 
even if you are installing Windows for Workgroups.
¨Language - During initial setup you choose the following:
- Language for Windows displays
- Language for keyboard installed
¨Printer type - As part of the Windows setup, you are prompted to choose a 
printer. Microsoft® includes the files for many different printers. If you cannot 
find your printer in the list, you will  need the floppy disk with the printer driver 
provided by the printer manufacturer. If you do not want to install a printer at 
this time, you can skip this part of the setup.
¨ Operating System Type- During initial setup you must choose which, 
operating system to load, either Windows 95 or MS-DOS® and Windows for 
Workgroups (DOS+WFW). This choice is final. You will not be able to change the 
operating system after installation is complete. For most users, Windows 95 is 
the better choice. You might want to load DOS+WFW under the following 
circumstances.
- Your corporation or workgroup may have guidelines that require use of 
DOS+WFW. Check with your manager to determine the policy at your 
company.
- The software that controls your local area network may not be compatible 
with Windows 95. Check with your network administrator to determine 
whether Windows 95 is compatible.
- Although most software that is compatible with DOS+WFW is also 
compatible with Windows 95, it is possible that the existing software you 
are using will not run in Windows 95. If you have a critical software 
application that you intend to copy to your new computer, check with 
the manufacturer of the software to determine whether your application 
is compatible with Windows 95. 
						

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2.8  Backing Up System Files
After setting up the operating system, the computer gives you the opportunity to back 
up the operating system on floppy disks. You can make your backups immediately 
following setup or later. When you choose to back up your operating system on floppy 
disks, you will need approximately 40 floppy disks for Windows 95 or 20 floppy disks 
for
 DOS+WFW.
2.9 Demo Program
¨After completing setup, you can run a multimedia demo program. This program 
is entertaining and informative and includes the following information.
¨The features of your computer and how to use them
¨The livegear™ accessories available for your computer
¨The software loaded on your computer
¨How to get service and technical support
¨More about Texas Instruments
2.9.1 Stopping the Demo Program
To stop the demo, press the left mouse button or double-tap the Glidepad.
2.9.2 Running the Demo Again
To run the demo program, do one of the following.
In Windows 95
1.Double-click on the About Your Extensa icon on the desktop.
2.Follow the directions to use the program.
In Windows for Workgroups
1.From the Program Manager, double-click on the Texas Instruments 
Multimedia group.
2.Double-click on the About Your Extensa icon.
3.Follow the directions to use the program.
2.9.3 Deleting the Demo Program
An uninstall program helps you delete all or part of the demo program to free up space 
on your hard disk drive. The way you get to the program to remove the demo program 
depends on your operating system.