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Siemens Nixdorf PCD-5ND User Manual

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PCD-4ND
PCD-5ND
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Siemens Nixdorf PCD-5ND Specifications

General IconGeneral
Resolution640 x 480
Display10.4-inch TFT
HDD340 MB
Weight3.6 kg
Operating SystemMS-DOS, Windows 3.11
PortsSerial, Parallel, VGA, PS/2

Summary

Introduction

Notational Conventions

Explains symbols, typefaces, and formatting used in the manual.

Important Notes and Safety

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety regulations and precautions for operating the data processing equipment.

Manufacturer and Regulatory Information

Information regarding compliance with EEC directives and CE symbols.

RFI Suppression and Power Cord Selection

Requirements for RFI suppression and guidelines for selecting the correct power cord.

Battery Care and Travel Guidelines

How to maintain battery capacity and use the notebook while traveling.

FCC Compliance and UK Power Cords

FCC/Canadian compliance statement and UK power cord wiring instructions.

Preparation for Use

Unpacking and Initial Setup

Steps for unpacking, checking contents, and connecting the power supply.

Operating System and Software Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the operating system, applications, and drivers.

Notebook Operation

Basic Operation and Setup Location

Recommendations for selecting a setup location and basic notebook controls.

Powering On/Off and Diskette Usage

Procedures for powering the notebook on/off and using floppy disks.

Display, Input Devices, and Keyboard Functions

Overview of displays, input devices, keyboard, and key combinations.

Power Management Features

How to enable and use power management modes to conserve battery life.

Battery Management and Charging

Information on battery types, charging procedures, and deep-discharge cycles.

System Maintenance and Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the notebook and its components.

System Configuration

System Setup Menu Configuration

Detailed explanation of settings for time, date, ports, and devices in System Setup.

Video Setup Menu Configuration

Submenu for configuring display settings like panel type, reverse video, and external monitors.

Security Setup Menu Configuration

Overview of security features such as passwords, locks, and boot device settings.

Power Management Setup Menu

Configuration options for power management features like CPU speed and display powerdown.

Docking Unit Setup Menu

Submenu for configuring settings related to docking unit hardware and boot options.

System Expansion

Memory Module Installation and Removal

Instructions for adding or removing memory modules for PCD-4ND and PCD-5ND models.

PCMCIA Card Installation and Removal

Procedures for installing and removing PCMCIA cards in the notebook.

Connecting External Peripherals

General guidelines for connecting external devices like displays, mice, keyboards, and audio.

Data Transfer Interfaces

Information on connecting audio devices and using the infrared interface for data transfer.

Troubleshooting Guide

Power and Display Problems

Solutions for POWER LED issues, blank displays, and poor screen readability.

System Hangs, Input Device Errors, and Diskette Issues

Troubleshooting steps for system crashes, unresponsive trackball/mouse, and floppy disk write errors.

Battery, Printer, and Time/Date Errors

Diagnosing battery issues, printer problems, and incorrect system time/date.

Error Messages and System Resumption

Explains common BIOS error messages and troubleshooting for resuming from suspend mode.

System Specifications

Notebook Model Specifications (PCD-4ND/PCD-5ND)

Detailed technical specifications including CPU, memory, display, and I/O for both notebook models.

Port and Connector Pin Assignments

Pin assignment details for external ports like DC input, keyboard, serial, and display connectors.

Keyboard Layouts by Language

Visual representation of keyboard layouts for various languages.

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