Astra User`s Manual
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1. If you remove the battery pack make sure that the battery terminals do not contact any conductors such as metal objects or water Otherwise the battery may become unusable as a result of a short circuit f you need to store the battery pack store it in a cool dry place Never allow the temperature to exceed 60 C 140 F Do not leave the battery pack in storage for more than 6 months without recharging it 65 When Traveling Before traveling with your computer make a backup of your hard disk data into a USB disk or other storage devices As an added precaution bring along an extra copy of your important data Make sure that the battery pack is fully charged Make sure that the computer is turned off and the top cover is securely closed Do not leave objects in between the keyboard and closed display Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer and take it with you Use the AC adapter as the power source and as a battery charger Hand carry the computer Do not check it in as luggage If you need to leave the computer in the car put it in the trunk of the car to avoid exposing the computer to excessive heat When going through airport security it is recommended that you send the computer and USB disk through the X ray machine the device you set your bags on Avoid the magnetic detector the device you walk through or the magnetic wand the handheld device used by security personnel If you2. To take advantage of the enhanced audio capabilities the audio driver supplied with your computer must be installed If you experience interference while recording try lowering the microphone recording volume The audio subsystem of your computer features Digital audio and analog mixing functions required for recording and playing sound on your computer 3D stereo enhancement sound system support A set of speakers 1 Built in microphone 2 Microphone Connector 3 Audio output Connector 4 Ways of playing and recording sound vary with the operating system used See your operating system documentation or online help for specific information Connecting Audio Devices For higher audio quality you can send or receive sound through external audio devices Microphone Connector can be connected to an external microphone for recording voice or sound Audio Output Connector can be connected to the line in connector of powered speakers with built in amplifiers headphones or earphone set NOTE When using external speakers headphones or microphone you cannot use the internal one 36 Using the Communication Features Using the Modem NOTE To take advantage of the modem feature the modem driver supplied with your computer must be installed The internal 56 K fax data modem allows you to use the telephone line to communicate with others by fax email or connect to an online service or bulletin
3. operating systems you might find it useful to read the user manual that comes along with your accessories If you are a less experienced user you should go through the manual carefully before using your system Whether or not you are an experienced user you should consult on the troubleshooting Chapter if you encounter any problems with your notebook NOTE The check mark symbol indicates that you should take note on every detailed information when you encounter some function that might be useful when you are using your notebook INFO This identifies information which is important for you to read to avoid damage to the computer WARNING This warning cautions you against actions which might be Destructive to your data or might disrupt proper system operation Safety Precautions This section is designed to assist you in identifying potentially unsafe conditions while working with this product Required safety features have been installed in the computer to protect you from injury However you should use good judgment to identify potential safety hazards 1 Please read these safety instructions carefully 2 Please keep this User s Manual for later reference 3 Please disconnect this equipment from AC outlet before cleaning Don t use liquid or sprayed detergent for cleaning Use moisture sheet or cloth for Cleaning 4 For pluggable equipment that the socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easil
4. Moves the cursor up one line Moves the cursor down one line Moves the page up Moves the page down Moves the cursor to the beginning of the line or document Moves the cursor to the end of the line or document Switches typing between insert and overtype modes Insert means any character typed will be inserted to the current cursor position overtype mode means any character typed will overwrite the text in the current cursor position Deletes the character to the right of the cursor and moves the following text left one space A 15 key numeric keypad is embedded in the typewriter keys as shown next Hot key functions are assigned to F1 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F10 F11 and F12 Numeric keys facilitate entering of numbers and calculations When Num by your computer See Hot Keys later in this chapter for Lock is on the numeric keys are activated which means you can use these information keys to enter numerals Fn Key The Fn key at the lower left corner of the keyboard is used with another key to perform the alternative function of a key The letter Fn and the alternative functions are identified by the color of blue on the keytop To perform a desired function first press and hold Fn Some software may not be able to use the numeric keypad on the computer If so use the then press the other key numeric keypad on an external keyboard instead Hot Keys Hot keys refer to a combination of keys that can
5. be pressed any time NOTES When the numeric keypad is activated and you need to type the English letter in the keypad area you can either turn Num Lock off or you can press Fn and then the letter without turning Num Lock off Windows Keys to activate special functions of the computer Most hot keys operate in The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions a cyclic way Each time a hot key combination is pressed it shifts the Windows Logo key and Application key corresponding function to the other or next choice You can easily identify the hot keys with the icons imprinted on the The Windows Logo key opens the Start menu and performs software keytop The hot keys are described next specific functions when used in combination with other keys The Application key usually has the same effect as a right mouse click See your Windows Key Description manual for more information Switches the wireless LAN radio on and off NOTES This function works only if an optional Mini PCI wireless LAN card is installed Function Keys Hy On the top row of the keys are the function keys F1 to F12 Function keys are multi purpose keys that perform functions defined by individual programs F3 T Decreases the volume F4 Fn 0 Increases the volume BBRE 25 26 Key Fn n F FAA F6 Vx F7 Akt F10 BeBe E Description Switc
6. board To connect the telephone line to the modem connect one end of the modem cable to the RJ 11 connector on the computer and the other end to the phone line lt gt ESE gt ZEEE S lt S gt EES ESS 2 a O LLELLE SESE NOTES S When using communication software you may have to disable power management Set the COM port of the modem to COM3 Set parameters such as modem speed baud rate and line type pulse dialing or tone dialing Do not enter Standby mode when using communication software 37 Using the LAN NOTE To take advantage of the LAN feature the LAN driver supplied with your computer must be installed The internal 10 100Base T LAN Local Area Network module allows you to connect your computer to a network It supports data transfer rate up to 100 Mbps To connect the network cable to the LAN module connect one end of the LAN cable to the RJ 45 connector on the computer and the other end to the network hub 38 Using the Wireless LAN Depending on your model an internal Mini PCI wireless LAN WLAN card may have been pre installed This card allows you to access corporate networks or the Internet in a wireless environment The WLAN features include TEEE 802 11 b g standard compliance 2 4 GHz DSSS Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum technology Peer to Peer Ad Hoc and Access Point Infrastructure modes support WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy 64 128 bit data encry
7. correctly seated in the tray Make sure that the CD DVD is not dirty Clean the CD DVD with a CD cleaning kit available in most computer stores Make sure that the DVD drive driver is installed correctly Make sure that the computer supports the CD DVD or the files contained 71 You cannot eject a CD DVD The CD DVD is not properly seated in the drive Manually release the CD DVD following the method described next 1 Turn off the system 2 Insert a small rod such as a straightened paperclip into the drive s manual eject hole and push firmly to release the tray 3 Pull the tray out until fully extended and then remove the CD DVD Display Problems Nothing appears on the screen During operation the screen may automatically turn off as a result of power management Press any key to see if the screen comes back The brightness level might be too low Increase brightness by pressing Fn F7 The display output might be set to an external device To switch the display back to the LCD press Fn F5 or change the display through the settings in Display Properties The characters on the screen are dim Adjust the brightness and or contrast 72 Bad dots appear on the display at all times A small number of missing discolored or bright dots on the screen are an intrinsic characteristic of TFT LCD technology It is not regarded as a LCD defect A small number of missing discolored or bright dots on t
8. damage the storage media Do not place the computer on an unsteady surface General Guidelines Do not place heavy objects on top of the computer when it is closed as this may damage the display The screen surface is easily scratched Do not use paper towels to clean the display Avoid touching it with your fingers pen or pencil To maximize the life of the backlight in the display allow the backlight to automatically turn off as a result of power management Avoid using a screen saver or other software that prevents the power management from working 64 Cleaning Guidelines Never clean the computer with its power on Use a soft cloth moistened with water or a non alkaline detergent to wipe the exterior of the computer Gently wipe the display with a soft lint free cloth Do not use alcohol or detergent on the display Dust or grease on the touchpad can affect its sensitivity Clean the pad by using adhesive tape to remove the dust and grease on its surface Battery Pack Guidelines Recharge the battery pack when it is nearly discharged When recharging make sure that the battery pack is fully charged Doing so may avoid harm to the battery pack Operate the computer with the battery pack installed even when using external power This ensures that the battery is fully charged If you will not be using the computer for a long period of time more than two weeks remove the battery pack from the computer
9. mode if the connection is actively in use Make sure that the Standby or Hibernation time out is enabled The computer does not enter Standby or Hibernation mode immediately If the computer is performing an operation it normally waits for the operation to finish 77 The computer does not resume from Standby or Hibernation mode The computer automatically enters Standby or Hibernation mode when the battery pack is empty Do any one of the following Connect the AC adapter to the computer Replace the empty battery pack with a fully charged one The computer does not enter Hibernation mode with the Fn F12 hot keys Make sure that the Hibernation function is specified for the sleep button You might be using a PC card that prevents the computer from entering Hibernation mode To enter the mode stop the communication program and then remove the card or stop the card Software Problems An application program does not work correctly Make sure that the software is correctly installed If an error message appears on the screen consult the software program s documentation for further information If you are sure the operation has stop reset the computer See Resetting the Computer later in this chapter Sound Problems No sound is produced Make sure that the volume control is not set too low Make sure that the audio driver is correctly installed Make sure that the computer is not in Standby mode I
10. on the hard disk and then shut down The next time you turn on your computer you return to exactly where you left off 50 Power Saving Tips In addition to your computer s automatic power management you can do your part to maximize the battery s operating time by following these suggestions Do not disable Power Management Decrease the LCD brightness to the lowest comfortable level Tf you work with an application that uses a PC card exit the application when you finish using it If you have a PC card installed remove it when not in use Some PC cards drain power even while they are inactive Turn off the computer when you are not using it 51 Expanding Your Computer 52 5 Expanding Your Computer You can expand the capabilities of your computer by connecting other peripheral devices When using a device be sure to read the instructions accompanying the device together with the relevant section in this chapter This chapter gives guidelines on installing and using these devices External monitor TV USB device PC card 53 Connecting an External Monitor If you want the benefits of a larger display screen with higher resolution you can connect an external CRT monitor to your computer Follow this procedure to connect an external monitor 1 Make sure that the computer is not turned on 2 Plug the monitor s D type signal connector to the computer s VGA port 54 Connecting an Extern
11. to turn off wireless LAN radio when using your computer in the airplane 40 The information in this section applies to models with the wireless LAN module only Turning the wireless LAN radio off is not the same as turning off the Windows WLAN utility Your computer has a built in Fnt F1 WLAN hot key to switch the WLAN radio on off see Hot Keys in chapter 3 If you need to temporarily turn off the radio press Fn F1 To resume network connection press Fn F1 again It takes approximately 30 seconds for your computer to make a successful 41 Managing Power 42 Managing Power Your computer operates either on external AC power or on internal battery power This chapter tells you how you can effectively manage power To maintain optimal battery performance it is important that you use the battery in the proper way The topics in this chapter include What is an AC adapter How to charge the battery pack When and how to initialize the battery pack How to check the battery level How to replace the battery pack What happens when the battery is low and what actions to take What is Power Management How to save power 43 AC Adapter CAUTION The AC adapter is designed for use with your computer only Connecting the AC adapter to another device can damage the adapter The AC power cord supplied with your computer is for use in the country where you purchased your computer If you plan to go overs
12. F12 Pressing the power button Depending on your settings in Windows Press the power you can place the computer in Hibernation button mode by e Closing the display cover Pressing Fn F12 e Pressing the power button If you choose to stop in Standby or Hibernation mode you can return to where you left off the next time you start up the computer See Power Management in Chapter 4 for more information 21 Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has all the standard functions of a full sized computer keyboard plus an Fnkey added for specific functions The standard functions of the keyboard can be further divided into four major categories Typewriter keys e Cursor control keys e Numeric keys Function keys Typewriter Keys Typewriter keys are similar to the keys on a typewriter Several keys are added such as the Ctrl Alt Esc and lock keys for special purposes When the lock keys are pressed their corresponding indicators light up Key Description The Control key is normally used in combination with other keys for program specific functions The Alternate key is normally used in combination with other keys for program specific functions The Escape key is usually used for stopping a process Examples are exiting a program and canceling a command The function depends on the program you are using The Shift key is used with alphabet letter keys to produce uppercase letters when typing It is also used in comb
13. Make sure that the Mini PCI WLAN card is correctly installed Make sure that the necessary driver s is correctly installed Make sure that the WLAN feature is turned on Transmission quality is poor Your computer may be in an out of range situation Move your computer closer to the Access Point or another WLAN device it is associated with Check if there is high interference around the environment and solve the problem as described next Radio interference exists Move your computer away from the device causing the radio interference such as microwave oven and large metal objects 75 Plug your computer into an outlet on a different branch circuit from that used by the affecting device Consult your dealer or an experienced radio technician for help I cannot connect to another WLAN device Make sure that the WLAN feature is turned on Make sure that the SSID setting is the same for every WLAN device in the network Your computer is not recognizing changes Restart the computer Make sure that the IP address or subnet mask setting is correct I cannot communicate with the computer in the network when Infrastructure mode is configured Make sure that the Access Point your computer is associated with is powered on and all the LEDs are working properly If the operating radio channel is in poor quality change the Access Point and all the wireless station s within the BSSID to another radio channel Your compute
14. NOOR WNDN Contents ITPOCUCUOM cariacaancrtsuruasdanicn ste 1 Getting Started 8 Operating your Computer 18 Managing Poweltl c 0 42 Expanding Your Computer 52 Caring For The Computer 60 Trouble Shooting cccce 67 Appendix A Safety Information 0 82 Introduction 1 Preface The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve reliability design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or documentation even if advised of the possibility of such damages No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical electronic or other means in any form without prior written permission of the manufacturer Limitation of Liability While reasonable efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of this manual the manufacturer and distributor assume no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this manual or from the use of the information contained herein NOTE Product Pictures given in this manual is for reference only Conventions of This manual Use this manual will help you get the most from your notebook computer If you are an experienced user of computers and or Microsoft s Windows
15. al Monitor If you want the benefits of a larger display screen with higher resolution you can connect an external CRT monitor to your computer Follow this procedure to connect an external monitor 1 Make sure that the computer is not turned on 2 Plug the monitor s D type signal connector to the computer s VGA port 3 Plug one end of the monitor s power cord into the power socket on the monitor and the other end to an electrical outlet 4 To use the monitor turn on the monitor before turning on the computer 5 The monitor should respond by default If not you can switch the display to the monitor or to both simultaneous display or to multi display by pressing Fn F5 In Windows you can also change the display through the settings in Display Properties 6 You can change display settings through your operating system See your operating system documentation or online help for specific information CAUTION Do not disconnect the external monitor while the computer is in Standby mode or Hibernation mode If no external monitor is connected when the computer resumes the LCD might not display properly 55 Connecting a TV For entertainment conferences or presentations you can connect a TV to your computer Follow this procedure to connect a TV 1 Make sure that the computer is not turned on 2 You need a video cable for connection Plug one connector of the video cable to the computer s S video connector then the oth
16. allows you to reduce the power consumption for energy saving With an ACPI compliant operating system such as Windows XP power supply to different computer components is controlled on an as needed basis This allows maximum power conservation and performance at the same time In general Windows power management works in this way What When Power to the hard disk is turned off When the hard disk has been idle for a set Period Power to the display is turned off When the display has been idle for a set period The computer enters Standby mode When the entire system has been idle for a The hard disk and display are turned set period off and the entire system consumes When you press Fn F12 When you close the cover When you press the power button The computer enters Hibernation Mode See the next subsection for More information When you press Fn F12 When you close the cover When you press the power button Depends on your settings in Windows For detailed information on power management see Windows Help 49 Hibernation Hibernation is a very useful feature People frequently open many applications when they use computers It takes some time to get all these applications open and running and normally they all have to be closed before the system can be turned off When you use the hibernation feature you do not have to close the applications The computer stores the state of your computer to a file
17. and your desktop on the screen to another display device so that you have more desktop space to work on Power Management NOTES Before using the multi display capability the video driver supplied with your computer must be installed The computer enters Standby or Hibernation mode when the LCD is closed If you want to use the computer with the LCD closed set Do Nothing to the When close the lid of my portable computer option in the Power Options Properties Thus the computer does not enter Standby or Hibernation mode when the LCD is closed When the LCD of the computer is closed the LCD backlight will grow dim Once the LCD cover is opened the LCD backlight will restore This is a way of saving system power 33 Configuring the Display Modes NOTE To take advantage of the enhanced video capabilities the video driver supplied with your computer must be installed When using CRT only the resolution would depend on the supported resolution by the CRT Your computer has been set to a default resolution and number of colors before shipment You can view and change display settings through your operating system See your operating system documentation or online help for specific information For displaying in higher resolutions you can connect an external CRT monitor that supports higher resolutions See Connecting an External Monitor in Chapter 5 for more information 34 Using the Audio Features NOTES
18. are other ways you can stop the computer so that you will be back to where you left off when you next turn on the computer See Stopping the Computer in Chapter 3 fer infermation CAUTION If you have to turn the computer on again immediately after turning it off wait for at least five seconds Turning the computer off and on rapidly can damage it Taking a Look at the Computer This section identifies the external components of the computer and briefly describes the function of each component NOTE Depending on the model you purchased the appearance of your computer may not be exactly the same as those shown in this manual Right Side Components Ref Component Description 1 Optical Drive Accepts CD DVD for installing or loading software accessing data playing music video and writing data Depending upon the model 13 Left Side Components oon E in Ref Component Description 1 VGA Port 2 Ventilation Openings Do not cover or block the ventilation openings for air circulation thus preventing overheating Connects an external monitor 3 USB Ports Each of the four ports connects a USB device such as a floppy disk drive printer digital camera joystick and more 4 RJ 11 Connector Connects the telephone line 5 RJ 45 Connector Connects the LAN cable 6 PC Card Slot Accepts a PC card for additienal functiens Rear Components aS T 1 Kensington Lock L
19. ars press F2 to invoke the program 3 Disconnect the AC adapter and leave the computer on until the battery is fully discharged The computer will shut down automatically 4 Connect the AC adapter to fully charge the battery pack Checking the Battery Level NOTE Any battery level indication is an estimated result The actual operating time can be different from the estimated time depending on how you are using the computer You can check the approximate battery level using the battery meter function of the operating system To read the battery level in Windows click the icon on the taskbar Click the icon if the computer is using AC power 46 Replacing the Battery Pack CAUTION There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced Replace the battery only with same Type battery packs Do not attempt to disassemble the battery pack If you often rely on battery power for a long period of time while traveling you may consider the purchase of an additional battery pack and keep it with you in a fully charged state as a backup To replace the battery pack follow these steps 1 Make sure that the computer is not turned on or connected to AC power 2 Carefully place the computer upside down 3 Slide the battery security lock outward to the unlock position 1 4 Slide the battery release lever outward to the unlock position 2 and while holding it in the unlock position remove the battery pack o
20. atly enhance your productivity either in the office or at home And of course wherever you need it the computer is ready and easy to go This chapter first tells you step by step how to get the computer up and running You will find instructions for these procedures Unpacking Connecting to AC power Opening the cover Turning on the computer Turning off the computer Then you will find a section briefly introducing the external components of the computer And the last section navigates you to the information you may need after the computer is ready for use Getting the Computer Running This section guides you through the procedures for getting the computer ready for operation Unpacking After unpacking the shipping carton you should find these standard items Notebook computer Accessories AC adapter AC power cord Driver CD Inspect all the items If any item is damaged or missing notify your HCL contact person immediately Keep the shipping carton and packing materials in case you need to ship or store the computer in the future Connecting to AC Power The computer operates either on the external AC power or internal battery power It is suggested that you use AC power when you start up the computer for the very first time CAUTION Use only the AC adapter included with your computer Using other AC adapters may damage the computer 1 Make sure that the computer is turned off 2 Plug the DC cord of t
21. blems The hard disk drive operations seem slow The data files stored on the hard disk drive may be fragmented Use a tool such as Window s Disk Defragmenter to defragment the files The hard disk drive in use indicator glows without blinking The data files stored on the hard disk drive may be fragmented Use a tool such as Window s Disk Defragmenter to defragment the files Keyboard Touchpad and Mouse Problems The keyboard does not respond Try connecting an external keyboard If it works contact authorized dealer as the internal keyboard cable might be loose The numeric keypad is disabled Make sure that the Num Lock is switched on Check if the Num Lock Indicator lights green or not The external keyboard does not work Make sure that the keyboard cable is properly connected The USB mouse does not work Make sure that the mouse cable is properly connected 74 The touchpad does not work or the pointer is difficult to control with the touchpad Make sure that the touchpad driver if any is correctly installed Make sure that the touchpad is clean LAN Problems I cannot access the network Make sure that the LAN driver is correctly installed Make sure that the LAN cable is properly connected to the RJ 45 connector and the network hub Make sure that the network configuration is appropriate Make sure that the user name or password is correct WLAN Problems I cannot use the WLAN feature
22. check the condition of the hard disk The message Invalid system disk or Disk error appears on the screen after you turn on the computer If you are deliberately trying to boot from a floppy disk replace the disk with a bootable one and press any key to continue booting If you are booting from the hard disk make sure that there is no floppy disk in the floppy disk drive If there is remove it and restart the system If this message appears when you are booting from the hard disk insert a bootable disk in the floppy disk drive and check the condition of the hard disk Other Problems The date time is incorrect Correct the date and time via the operating system After you have performed everything as described above and still have the incorrect date and time every time you turn on the computer the RTC Real Time Clock battery is at the end of its life Call an authorized dealer to replace the RTC battery 80 Resetting the Computer You may have to reset reboot your computer on some occasions when an error occurs and the program you are using hangs up If the system operation seems to hang up first wait It is possible that the system is processing data Periodically check the hard disk drive in use indicator if it flashes irregularly the program may be accessing data and preventing you from using the keyboard If you are sure the operation has stopped and you cannot use the restart function of the operati
23. d Optical drive And these features Starting and stopping the computer Video features Audio features Communication features 19 Starting and Stopping the Computer There are a number of ways to start and stop the computer Starting the Computer You always start the computer using the power button A computer starts up with an operating system OS existing on the storage device such as the hard disk and CD disc The computer will automatically load the OS after you turn it on This process is called booting NOTE An operating system is the platform for all your software application programs torun on The most widely used operating system today is Microsoft Windows Stopping the Computer When you finish a working session you can stop the computer by turning off the power or leaving the computer in Standby or Hibernation mode To stop in Do this To start up or this mode resume again Off Follow the shutdown procedure of your Press the power operating system This can prevent loss button of unsaved data or damage to your software programs Ifthe system is locked up because of hardware or software problems press the power button to turn off the computer 20 To stop in this mode Standby Hibernation Do this To start up or resume again Depending on your settings in Windows Press any key you can place the computer in Standby mode by e Closing the display cover Pressing Fn
24. d into these categories Problem Type Battery Problems Optical Drive Problems Display Problems Hardware Device Problems Hard Disk Drive Problems Keyboard Touchpad and Mouse Problems LAN Problems WLAN Problems Modem Problems PC Card Problems Power Management Problems Software Problems Sound Problems Startup Problems Other Problems 70 Go to P 71 P 71 P 72 P 73 P 74 P 74 P 75 P75 P 77 P 77 P 77 P 78 P 78 P 79 P 80 Solving Common Problems Battery Problems The battery does not charge Battery Charge indicator does not light orange Make sure that the AC adapter is properly connected Make sure that the battery is not too hot or cold Allow time for the battery pack to return to room temperature Make sure that the battery pack is installed correctly Make sure that the battery terminals are clean The operating time of a fully charged battery becomes shorter If you often partially recharge and discharge the battery might not be charged to its full potential Initialize the battery to solve the problem See Initializing the Battery Pack in Chapter 4 for instructions The battery operating time indicated by the battery meter does not match the actual operating time The actual operating time can be different from the estimated time depending on how you are using the computer Optical Drive Problems The Optical drive cannot read a CD DVD Make sure that the CD DVD is
25. dards developed by PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association PCMCIA is a non profit association for promoting the interchangeability among mobile computers where ruggedness low power and small size are critical Ever since its foundation the association has been continuing their efforts to add new specifications to the PC card standard as new needs arise in the market PC Card Type Your computer s PC card slot can accommodate a Type II or Type I card Typical Type II I cards are flash memory SRAM modem LAN and SCSI cards CardBus Support Your computer s PC card slot supports CardBus specifications CardBus is the 32 bit version of PC card technology It allows speeds of up to 133 Mbps at 33 MHz Typical applications are SCSI host bus and high speed network cards Inserting and Removing a PC Card NOTES Some PC cards require additional system resources Before using such PC card you may have to free other system resources for the PC card Although some PC cards can be inserted and removed without turning off the computer you cannot remove or install PC cards during Standby mode To insert a PC card 1 Locate the PC card slot on the left side of the computer 2 Slide the PC card with its label facing up into the slot until the eject button pops out 58 LF Eject Button 3 When a new card is seated the computer will detect it and try to install the appropriate driver Follow the on scr
26. dby mode 3 Battery Power Indicator Glows green when the computer is using C battery power Blinks green when the computer using battery power is in Standby mode 4 Battery Charge Indicator Glows green when the battery is fully charged Glows orange when the battery is being ez al charged Blinks red when the battery is almost completely discharged Blinks orange when the battery is in an abnormal state 5 Stereo Speaker Set Sends out sound and voice from the computer 6 Keyboard Serves as the data input device of the computer 7 Touchpad Serves as the pointing device of the computer 8 Device Indicators Show the current status of the computer s devices Optical drive in use indicator S Hard disk drive in use indicator Num Lock indicator M Caps Lock indicator amp Scroll Lock indicator 9 Microphone Requires 4 Receives sound and voice for the External amplified speaker for proper playback computer 10 Power Button Turns the computer power ON and OFF 17 Operating Your Computer 18 Operating Your Computer This chapter provides information about the use of the computer If you are new to computers reading this chapter will help you learn the operating basics If you are already a computer user but are new to notebook computers you may choose to read only the parts containing information unique to your computer Described in this chapter are the operating basics of these components Keyboard Touchpa
27. dvantage of more powerful features Scroll To scroll is to move up and down or left and right in the working area on the screen To move vertically place your finger on the right edge of the pad and slide your finger up and down along the edge To move horizontally place your finger on the bottom edge of the pad and slide your finger left and right This function works only after you install the touchpad driver supplied with the computer and it may not work for all Applications TABLE NOTE If you swap the left and right buttons tapping on the touchpad as an alternative method of pressing the left button will no longer be valid 29 30 Using the Optical Drive Your computer comes with a Optical drive usually configured as drive D Depending on the model your drive is one of the following DVD ROM drive can read CDs CD R CD RW DVD Digital Versatile Disc DVD R DVD R DVD RW and DVD RW discs Combo drive can work both as a DVD ROM drive for reading the above Disks and as a CD RW drive for writing to CDR RW discs DVD Dual drive besides the Combo drive function can also write to DVDR RW R RW discs CAUTION When inserting a CD DVD do not use force Make sure that the CD DVD is correctly inserted into the tray and then close the tray Do not leave the Optical drive tray open Also avoid touching the lens in the tray with your hand If the lens becomes dirty the Optical drive may malfunction Do not wipe the lens
28. eas with the computer consult your HCL Contract person for the appropriate power cord When you disconnect the AC adapter disconnect from the electrical outlet first and then from the computer A reverse procedure may damage the AC adapter or computer When unplugging the connector always hold the plug head Never pull on the cord The AC adapter serves as a converter from AC Alternating Current to DC Direct Current power because your computer runs on DC power but an electrical outlet usually provides AC power It also charges the battery pack when connected to AC power The adapter operates on any voltage in the range of 100 240 V AC 44 Battery Pack The battery pack is the internal power source for the computer It is rechargeable using the AC adapter The operating time of a fully charged battery pack depends on how you are using the computer When your applications often access peripherals you will experience a shorter operating time Charging the Battery Pack NOTES Charging will not start if the battery s temperature is below 0 C 32 F or above 45 C 113 F The charging process will stop and the Battery Charge Indicator flashes amber when the battery s temperature gets above 60 C 140 F If this happens the battery pack may be damaged During charging do not disconnect the AC adapter before the battery has been fully charged otherwise you will get a prematurely charged battery To charge t
29. een instructions to complete the process To remove a PC card 1 Double click on the Safely Remove Hardware icon found on the Windows XP taskbar and the Safely Remove Hardware window appears on screen 2 Select highlight the PC card you want to disable from the list and click on the Stop button to disable the card 3 Push the eject button and the card will slide out slightly 4 Pull the card out of the slot 59 Caring for the Computer 60 Caring for the Computer Taking good care of your computer will ensure a trouble free operation and reduce the risk of damage to your computer This chapter gives you guidelines covering these areas of maintenance How to protect the computer What to note when using and storing the computer How to clean the computer What to note when using the battery pack What to note when traveling with the computer 61 Protecting the Computer To safeguard the integrity of your computer data as well as the computer itself you can protect the computer in several ways as described in this section Using the Password The power on password protects your computer against unauthorized use If the password is set the prompt requesting for the password appears on the screen whenever the computer is turned on The password is set via the BIOS Setup program Using the Cable Lock You can use a Kensington type cable lock to protect your computer against theft The cable loc
30. er end of the cable into the video input connector of the TV J 3 Turn on the power of the TV and switch to the video mode 4 Turn on the power of the computer and switch the display to TV by changing the display through the settings in Display Properties in Windows CAUTION Do not set the display to both LCD and TV This may cause unstable display on the LCD Do not disconnect the TV while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode If the TV is not connected when the computer resumes the LCD might not display properly NOTE Make sure that the VGA driver is installed correctly 56 Connecting a USB Device Your computer has four USB ports that supports transfer rates up to 12 MB s for USB 1 1 devices and 480 MB s for USB 2 0 devices such as digital camera scanner printer modem and mouse USB is specified to be an industry standard extension to the PC architecture It supports Plug and Play technology so you can install and remove USB devices without turning off the computer With its multiple connection capability up to 127 devices can be connected in a daisy chain configuration In addition you can use a USB hub that converts a single USB connector into multiple ports where USB devices can be connected To connect a USB device simply plug the device cable to one of the USB ports 57 Using PC Cards Your computer has a PC card slot PC cards are credit card sized peripheral products based on the stan
31. f by lifting the finger and placing it on the other side of the pad Here are some common terms that you should know when using the Touchpad 28 Configuring the Touchpad Point Move your finger on the pad until the cursor points to the selection on the screen l You may want to configure the touchpad to suit your needs For Click Press and release the left button Or example if you are a left handed user you can swap the two buttons i h the vad so that you can use the right button as the left button and vise versa os eens APYWOGS OR IE pa O You can also change the size of the on screen pointer the speed of the Double click oe and release the left button twice in quick succession pointer and so on T Tap twice on the pad rapidly Drag and drop Press and hold the left button then move your finger until you reach your destination drag Finally release the button drop when you finish dragging your selection to the destination The object will drop into the new location Or Gently tap twice on the pad and on the second tap keep your finger in contact with the pad Then move your finger across the pad to drag the selected object to your destination When you lift your finger from the pad the selected object will drop into place To configure the touchpad you can use the standard Microsoft or IBM PS 2 driver if you are using Windows However you can install the touchpad driver supplied with your computer to take a
32. f using an external speaker make sure that the speaker is properly connected 78 Distorted sound is produced Make sure that the volume control is not set too high or too low In most cases a high setting can cause the audio electronics to distort the sound The sound system does not record Adjust the playback or recording sound levels The external microphone or audio device does not work Make sure that the microphone is connected to the proper connector on the computer Make sure that your computer is equipped with the driver needed Click the speaker symbol on the taskbar and check the Windows volume control Check the volume control of your computer Startup Problems When you turn on the computer it does not respond and the Power Indicator does not light green If you are using an external AC power make sure that the AC adapter is correctly and securely connected If so make sure that the electrical outlet works properly If you are using the battery power make sure that the battery is not discharged When you turn on the computer it stops after POST Restart your computer The message Operating system not found appears on the screen after you turn on the computer Make sure that there is no floppy disk in the floppy disk drive If there is remove it and restart the system 79 If this message appears when you are booting from the hard disk insert a bootable disk in the floppy disk drive and
33. ff the computer 3 5 Fit another battery pack into place and slide the battery security lock and release lever to the lock position Battery Low Signals and Actions Battery Low occurs when the battery has approximately 10 Windows default setting of its charge remaining The computer gives warning beeps or messages and the Battery Charge Indicator blinks red to alert you to take actions NOTE You can set up your threshold and signals of Battery Low under Windows Immediately save your data upon Battery Low The remaining operating time depends on how you are using the computer If you are using the audio subsystem PC card hard or Optical drives the battery might run out of charge very quickly Always respond to Battery Low by placing your computer on Standby or Hibernation mode turning off the computer or connecting the AC adapter If you do not take any action the computer will automatically hibernate and turn off CAUTION If you are using a flash PC card do not access the card during battery low periods This is because the access may take longer than the time it takes the battery to run out of charge thus making your access to the card unsuccessful If you fail to save your data when the battery completely runs out of charge then you lose your data 48 Power Management Your computer supports ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface for power management The power management feature
34. he AC adapter to the power connector on the rear of the computer 1 3 Plug the female end of the AC power cord to the AC adapter and the male end to an electrical outlet 2 10 4 When the AC adapter is connected power is being supplied from the electrical outlet to the AC adapter and onto your computer Now you are ready to turn on the computer CAUTION When you disconnect the AC adapter disconnect from the electrical outlet first and then from the computer A reverse procedure may damage the AC adapter or the computer When unplugging the connector always hold the plug head Never pull on the cord NOTE When the AC adapter is connected it also charges the battery pack For information on using battery power see Chapter 3 Opening the Cover CAUTION Be gentle when opening and closing the cover Opening it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer Open the top cover by sliding the cover latch toward the right 1 and lifting up the cover 2 You can tilt the cover forward or backward for optimal viewing clarity 11 Turning On and Off the Computer Turning On 1 Make sure that the computer is connected to AC power 2 Press the pewer butten 3 Each time the computer is turned on it performs a Power On Self Test POST and the operating system such as Windows should start 1 2 Turning Off To turn off the computer power use the Shut Down command of your operating system NOTE There
35. he battery pack connect the AC adapter to the computer and an electrical outlet The Battery Charge Indicator on the computer glows amber to indicate that charging is in progress You are advised to keep the computer power off while the battery is being charged When the battery is fully charged the Battery Charge Indicator glows green It takes approximately 3 hours to fully charge the Li Ion battery pack when the computer is off and 6 hours to fully charge the Li Ion battery pack when the computer is on CAUTION After the computer has been fully recharged do not immediately disconnect and reconnect the AC adapter to charge it again Doing so may damage the battery NOTE The battery level may automatically lessen due to the self discharge process 0 21 per day even when the battery pack is fully charged 100 This happens no matter if the battery pack is installed in the computer 45 Initializing the Battery Pack You need to initialize a new battery pack before using it for the first time or when the actual operating time of a battery pack is much less than expected Initializing is the process of fully charging discharging and then charging It can take several hours 1 Make sure that the computer power is turned off Connect the AC adapter to fully charge the battery pack 2 After the battery pack is fully charged turn on the computer When the message Press lt F2 gt to enter System Configuration Utility appe
36. he screen are an intrinsic characteristic of TFT LCD technology It is not regarded as a LCD defect Resolution cannot be adjusted to desired setting Make sure that the video driver is installed correctly The external monitor displays nothing Make sure that the monitor is turned on Make sure that the monitor s signal cable is properly connected Switch the display to the monitor by pressing Fn F5 or change the display through the settings in Display Properties The TV displays nothing Make sure that the TV is turned on and switched to the video mode Make sure that the TV s signal cable is properly connected Switch the display to the TV by changing the settings in Display Properties in Windows Simultaneous display multi display does not work Make sure that you turn on the external monitor before turning on the computer Press Fn F5 to toggle through the display options or change the settings in Display Properties in Windows Hardware Device Problems The computer does not recognize a newly installed device Make sure if any device driver needs to be installed Refer to the documentation that came with the device 73 Make sure if the device needs any jumper or switch settings Refer to the documentation that came with the device Check the cables or power cords for correct connections For an external device that has its own power switch make sure that the power is turned on Hard Disk Drive Pro
37. hes the display output to one of the following when an external device is connected Upon booting the system with CRT Lo gt CRT peep NOTES If the display mode is set to 256 colors or lower or in DOS mode there will be only two modes for selecting CRT only and LCD amp CRT This function only applies to Plug amp Play CRT monitors Decreases the LCD brightness Increases the LCD brightness Switches Battery Low beep on and off Switches LCD on and off Serves as the sleep button that you can define with Windows Power Management See Power Management in Chapter 4 27 Using the Touchpad CAUTION Do not use a sharp object such as a pen on the touchpad Doing so may damage the touchpad surface NOTE For optimal performance of the touchpad keep your fingers and the pads clean and dry When tapping on the pad tap lightly Do not use excessive force The touchpad is a pointing device that allows you to communicate with the computer by controlling the location of the pointer on the screen and making selection with the buttons The touchpad consists of a rectangular pad and two buttons To use the touchpad place your forefinger or thumb on the pad The rectangular pad acts like a miniature duplicate of your display As you slide your fingertip across the pad the pointer also called cursor on the screen moves accordingly When your finger reaches the edge of the pad simply relocate yoursel
38. ination with other keys for program specific functions gaskspece The Backspace key moves the cursor left one space and deletes eee the character in that space Pressing Fn and this key toggles the Num Lock on and off When on light on the Num Lock activates the numeric keys 22 Ctrl 4 Shift w Hi y Z_ F a aol o O D Num LK Key Del Ser Lk Caps Lock Pause Break SysRq Description Pressing Fn and this key toggles Scroll Lock on and off When on light on the screen moves one line up or down when you press or arrow key Scroll Lock does not work for all programs Pressing this key toggles the Caps Lock on and off When on light on the Caps Lock keeps the letter keys in uppercase The Pause key temporarily stops screen scrolling Pause key does not work for all programs The Print Screen key prints the displayed screen Print screen does not work for all programs Cursor Control Keys Num Lk Scr Lk _ a Home PgUp PgDn NOTE The word cursor refers to the indicator on the screen that lets you know exactly where on your screen anything you type will appear It can take the form of a vertical or horizontal line a block or one of many other shapes Cursor control keys are generally used for editing purposes They are 23 Del Scr Lk Numeric Keypad Description Moves the cursor left one space Moves the cursor right one space
39. k is available in most computer stores To use the lock loop the lock cable around a stationary object such as a table Insert the lock to the Kensington lock hole and turn the key to secure the lock Store the key in a safe place 62 Using an Anti Virus Strategy New viruses are always being developed nowadays and they are attacking computers even more easily with emails so commonly used worldwide The security feature of the BIOS protects the boot sector of the hard disk You can also install a virus detecting program to monitor potential viruses that could damage your files 63 Taking Care of the Computer Location Guidelines Use the computer where the temperature is between 5 C 50 F and 35 C 95 F Avoid placing the computer in a location subject to high humidity extreme temperatures mechanical vibration direct sunlight or heavy dust Do not cover or block any ventilation openings on the computer For example do not place the computer on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface Otherwise overheating may occur that results in damage to the computer Keep the computer at least 13 cm 5 inches away from electrical appliances that can generate a strong magnetic field such as a TV refrigerator motor or a large audio speaker Do not move the computer abruptly from a cold to a warm place A temperature difference of more than 10 C 18 F will cause condensation inside the unit which may
40. ng system reset the computer Reset the computer by any one of these methods Press Ctrl AlttDel If the above action does not work turn off the system Wait for at least five seconds and turn it on again CAUTION Resetting will cause any unsaved data to be lost 81 Appendix 82 Safety Information About the AC Adapter Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer Use of another type of AC adapter will result in malfunction and or danger Do not use the adapter in a high moisture environment Never touch the adapter when your hands or feet are wet Allow adequate ventilation around the adapter when using it to operate the device or charge the battery Do not cover the AC adapter with paper or other objects that will reduce cooling Do not use the AC adapter while it is inside a carrying case Connect the adapter to a proper power source The voltage requirements are found on the product case and or packaging Do not use the adapter if the cord becomes damaged Do not attempt to service the unit There are no serviceable parts inside Replace the unit if it is damaged or exposed to excess moisture 83 About the Modem Caution Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm It is recommended to remove the telephone cable from the Computer when not in use Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations Never touch non in
41. ocks the computer to a stationery object for security 2 Power Connector Connects the AC adapter 3 S video Connector Connects an external video device such as a TV supporting S video input 14 Front Components P Q Q Ref Component Description 1 Top Cover Latch Locks the top cover 2 Microphone Connector Connects an external microphone 3 Audio Output Connector Connects a set of headphones external speakers with amplifier or an audio recording device Bottom Components Re omponent 1 Battery Pack 2 Mini PCI Slot 3 CPU Compartment 4 Memory Expansion Slot 5 Hard Disk Drive Compartment Top open Components Description Supplies power to your computer when external power is not connected Inside is the Mini PCI slot for using an optional Mini PCI card Depending on your model an internal Mini PCI wireless LAN card may have been pre installed Inside is the CPU compartment of your computer Inside is the memory slot of your computer Inside is the hard disk drive of your computer Ref Component Description 1 LCD Screen Displays the output of the computer 2 AC Power Indicator Glows green when the computer is using AC I gt power Blinks green when the computer using AC power is in Stan
42. plan to travel abroad with your computer consult your dealer for the appropriate AC power cord for use in your country of destination 66 Computer problems can be caused by hardware software or both When you encounter any problem it might be a typical problem that can easily be solved This chapter tells you what actions to take when solving common computer problems It is divided into three sections Preliminary checklist Solving common problems Resetting the computer Troubleshooting 7 67 68 Preliminary Checklist Here are helpful hints to follow before you take further actions when you encounter any problem Try to isolate which part of the computer is causing the problem Make sure that you turn on all peripheral devices before turning on the computer If an external device has a problem make sure that the cable connections are correct and secure Make sure that the configuration information is properly set in the BIOS Setup program Make sure that all the device drivers are correctly installed Make notes of your observations Are there any messages on the screen Do any indicators light Do you hear any beeps Detailed descriptions are useful to the service personnel when you need to consult one for assistance If any problem persists after you follow the instructions in this chapter contact an authorized person for help 69 Solving Common Problems For easy reference the problems are divide
43. ption Transmission rate at 9 18 36 54 Mbps 802 11g mode with automatic data rating at 1 2 11 Mbps 802 11b mode To take advantage of the WLAN feature make sure that the WLAN driver is installed correctly Connecting to a Wireless Network By default Windows XP automatically detects available wireless networks To connect to a wireless network 1 Make sure that the wireless LAN radio is on controlled by Fn F1 2 Double click the Wireless Network Connection icon located on your Windows system tray If any wireless network is detected the following window appears on screen 39 Wireless Network Connection Network Tasks Choose a wireless network Refresh network list Click an item in the list below to connect to a wireless network in information Set up a wireless network Q Top Gun for a home or small office F Security enabied wireless network ees Related Tasks he Samantha J Learn about wireless Unsecured wireless network networking p Roger Unsecured wireless network te Change the order of preferred networks P Change advanced settings 3 Select a wireless network to connect to by clicking on a selection then click on Connect 4 Depending on the settings you may be asked to enter a WEP key Turning Off On the WLAN Radio NOTES The FAA Federal Aviation Agency has deemed it unsafe to operate wireless devices in aircraft as this may interfere with flight safety Remember
44. r may be in an out of range situation Move your computer closer to the Access Point it is associated with Make sure that your computer is configured with the same security option encryption to the Access Point Use the Web Manager Telnet of the Access Point to check whether it is connected to the network Reconfigure and reset the Access Point I cannot access the network Make sure that the necessary driver s is correctly installed Make sure that the network configuration is appropriate Make sure that the user name or password is correct You have moved out of range of the network Turn off power management 76 Modem Problems The modem does not work Make sure that the modem driver is correctly installed Make sure that the telephone line is properly connected Make sure that the COM port in the communication software is correctly set Turn off power management PC Card Problems The PC card does not work Make sure that the PC card is correctly seated If the card requires an IRQ Interrupt ReQuest make sure that there is one available The PC card stops communicating properly The application may have been reset when the computer is turned off or in Standby mode Exit and restart the application Power Management Problems The computer does not enter Standby or Hibernation mode automatically If you have a connection to another computer the computer does not enter Standby or Hibernation
45. sulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines Avoid using the telephone function other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning Do not use the telephone function to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak Do not use this product near water for example near a bathtub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming poo 84 On the Use of RF Device Do not touch or move antenna while the unit is transmitting or receiving Do not hold any component containing the radio such that the antenna is very close or touching any exposed parts of the body especially the face or eyes while transmitting Do not operate the radio or attempt to transmit data unless the antenna is connected if not the radio may be damaged Use in specific environments The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited by the constraints posed by the safety directors of such environments The use of wireless devices on airplanes is governed by the Federal Aviation Administration FAA 85
46. ture gradually at least for three to four hours WARNING If your system arrives in cold weather do not apply power to the computer or monitor until they have been allowed to come to room temperature Heat Cold Humidity and Glare Find a suitable place for your computer that s not too hot too cold too dark or too bright Glare can make it hard to read the screen e Try to avoid the computer components from being destroyed if it is over heated so try to allow plenty of room for air to circulate around the case Do not block the ventilation opening e Donot place your computer in direct sunlight Suitable place to work Your computer will run well wherever you re comfortable but extremes of temperature and humidity can be challenging to your system s parts 6 There are some things you can tolerate that the computer can t things like static electricity dust water steam and oil In case you decide to pull over for roadside computing try to choose a clean comfortable work area for your system A lithium ion battery pack will be available when you are traveling If you are running your system for the first time on battery power remove the battery from the package install it into the system and recharge the battery to fully prepare for service Getting Started 2 Congratulations on purchasing this HCL computer Your computer incorporates desktop computer capabilities into a compact notebook sized package It can gre
47. uct near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool e Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak e Use only the power cord indicated in this manual 15 Do not use the AC adapter near open water or other liquids Never spill liquid into the AC adapter 16 Laser Warning Laser Class I Product Caution Invisible laser radiation when open avoid exposure to beam 17 Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions Never remove the battery pack while the power is on as this may result in data loss when the system loses power Things you must remember before working on your computer Let your computer acclimate itself Your notebook can easily stand temperature extremes but it doesn t like rapid changes in temperature like going from the cold outdoors to a warm office Rapid changes in temperature can cause water droplets to condense inside your case threatening to damage the electronic parts inside After receiving your notebook when it s hot or cold outside try not to power up the computer immediately let the computer adjust to the room tempera
48. using materials with rough surface such as paper towel Instead use a cotton swab to gently wipe the lens 31 Inserting and Removing a CD DVD Follow this procedure to insert or remove a CD DVD 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the eject button and the Optical drive tray will slide out partially Gently pull on it until it is fully extended 3 To insert a CD DVD place down the CD DVD in the tray with its label facing up Slightly press the center of the CD DVD until it clicks into Place SS lt E Drives Manual Eject Hole Eject Button To remove a CD DVD hold the CD DVD by its outer edge and lift it up from the tray 4 Gently push the tray back into the drive NOTES In the unlikely event that you are unable to release the DVD tray by pressing the eject button you can manually release the CD DVD See DVD Drive Problems in Chapter 7 32 Using the Video Features The video subsystem of your computer features 15 inch TFT Thin Film Transistor color LCD display with XGA Extended Graphics Array resolution Up to 1024x768 resolution on an external monitor Simultaneous display on LCD and external monitor which is useful when you have a presentation as you can control the screen from your computer and face the audience at the same time S video support allows the connection of a TV set and simultaneous display on TV and external monitor Multi display capability which allows you to exp
49. y accessible 5 Please keep this equipment from humidity 6 Lay this equipment on a reliable surface when installed A drop or fall could cause injury 7 Make sure to use the right voltage for the power source when connecting the equipment to the power outlet 8 Place the power cord in such a way that people can not step on it Do not place anything on top of the power cord 9 All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted 10 Ifthe equipment is not use for a long time disconnect the equipment from the main power outlet to avoid being damaged by transient overvoltage 11 Never pour any liquid into the opening this could cause fire or electrical shock 12 Never open the equipment For safety reason the equipment should only be opened by a qualified service personal 13 If One of the following situation arises get the equipment checked by a service Personal a The Power cord or plug is damaged b Liquid has penetrated into the equipment c The equipment has been exposed to moisture d The equipment has not worked well or you cannot get it work according to the user s manual 4 14 The cord set must have a current capacity of a least 2 5 Amperes and voltage rating of 125 or 250 Vac 15 When using your telephone equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons These precautions includes the following Do not use this prod
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