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Hardware FAQ for A440 1.1 Question: What are the available processors supported by A440? Answer: Currently, the supported processors are list as below, - Intel Mobile Pentium III at 650//700/750/800/850MHz - Intel Celeron 500/533/566/600/633/667MHz We recommend the mobile processors which are tuned for optimal performance versus lowest power in the notebook computing environment. Take note that the A440 support socket 370 FC-PGA packaging only! 1.2. Question: The Brightness ( Fn+F8, F9 ) and contrast ( Fn+F10, F11 ) keys do not work? Answer: Usually, the brightness adjustment is so trivial that human eyes cannot tell the difference. It is easier to see the changing of brightness in Windows environment rather than DOS environment. Please also note that the contrast control keys ( Fn+F10, F11 ) do not work with TFT but DSTN/HPA notebooks. For a better sense of brightness adjustment, please change the background to white color if possible. 1.3 Question: How to erase the password if the password is forgotten? Answer: You could adjust DIP SWITCH 5 to clear CMOS ( RTC ) data. The DIP SW5 position under Memory socket door. You can use small flat screw driver to adjust position#4 switch to ON and waiting for 3 to 5 minutes, then, please switch back to OFF position in the DIP SW3. Warning!! Before clear CMOS ( RTC ) data, you must remove the AC adapter and Battery first. 1.4. Question: The battery life becomes shorter, How can I rebuild it ? Answer: Battery life will vary from user to user depending on how the computer is being used. To help increase your battery life, you can configure the power management features within the Power Management properties of Windows 98 Second Edition. To access Power Management properties click on the Start button, go to Settings and choose Control Panel. Next, click on the Power Management Icon. You can customize these settings as you choose. You should be aware that any power management features will be of benefit only if there are periods of inactivity which allow the settings to engage. Please note that the battery in the A440 takes about 2.5 hours to fully charge with the machine turned OFF. 1.5 Question: Why does a brand-new system have an empty battery? Answer: Due to the reason that the Ni-MH battery has self-discharged during shipping and shelf period. Since the battery capacity is very low, it may take a few hours to prompt the battery voltage to its normal stage. Please note the AC adapter LED will remain green even the battery is fully recharged. Also, the problem might be caused by BAD battery or drained battery. The drained battery is caused by excessively self-discharge of Ni-MH battery. It will happen after the battery has been stocked or shelved more than 3 months. 1.6 Question: How do I do the battery learning cycle progress? Answer: Cycling your battery every month or so will extend the life expectancy of your A440 battery. Important! Before beginning this process make sure