[. . . ] 6 Keyboard and LCD panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 System Status Indicators (LCDs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Back ports panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Right side ports and bays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] Use the following instructions to change EZ Point properties such as pointer size, button assignments, cursor speed and acceleration.
To customize the Enhanced EZ Point
1. Click the tab of your choice in Mouse Properties dialog box to access
and customize various aspects of the EZ Point functionality.
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Replacing the EZ Point cap
The cap on the end of the EZ Point is removable. If the cap becomes worn, remove the cap from the stick and replace it with one of the spares that comes with your notebook.
Using an external mouse or keyboard
Y can attach an external mouse or keyboard to the notebook using the PS/2 ou port, the USB port, or the serial port. The optional docking stations also have ports for external connections. It is not necessary to shut down the system to connect an external PS/2 mouse or keyboard. If the touchpad or stickpoint drivers do not support the external mouse, then refer to the mouse documentation and follow the installation instructions.
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Using the audio
Your system comes with lots of flexibility for using audio. You can record audio for presentations, attach voice messages to your e-mail, listen to audio CDs, and use it for many other multimedia applications. This section tells you more about using audio.
Adjusting the volume
There are numerous ways to adjust audio input and output on your Solo notebook computer. The Volume Control Wheel on the left side of the system controls the speaker out port and the internal system speakers. The volume level for other ports is controlled by the multimedia software.
To adjust playback and recording volume levels
1. Double click the Multimedia icon.
The Multimedia Properties dialog box opens.
2. Control audio play as desired.
Using emergency eject for diskette and disc media
You may encounter a circumstance when it is not possible or convenient to open the LS120 or CD-ROM drive using the eject button (for example, when the computer is shut down).
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To use the emergency eject
1. Carefully insert a stiff wire (such as a straightened, heavy-duty paper
clip) into the emergency eject hole until you feel resistance.
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A. Emergency eject hole 2. Gently press a bit harder until the drive tray slides out (CD-ROM) or
until the diskette ejects.
3. (CD-ROM only. ) Gently grasp the front of the tray and pull it out.
Removing and replacing the hard disk drive
Caution!
You can remove the hard disk drive (HDD) from your notebook to swap to a second HDD. If you decide to add a new HDD, then use the documentation that comes with the HDD to prepare the hard drive for use.
Do not expose the hard drive to liquid or magnetic fields. Exposure could damage the data on the hard drive.
To remove the hard disk drive
1. See "To remove the battery pack" on Page 57.
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6. Turn the notebook over and remove the screw that secures the HDD.
7. Slide the HDD out and lift up.
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To replace the hard disk drive
1. Make sure the power is turned off, AC disconnected, and battery is
removed.
2. Turn the notebook over and reconnect the AC adapter and replace the
battery pack. [. . . ] If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Caution!
The Federal Communications Commission warns the users that changes or modifications to the unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
o Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna o Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver o Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected
o Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Accessories: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device. The accessory associated with this equipment is the shielded power cord. This accessory is required to be used in order to ensure compliance with FCC rules.
Canadian Users:
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada. Le présent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par Industrie Canada
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