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1. When the notebook warns you of its low battery condition you will have about 3 5 minutes to save your current work we Warning Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0 degrees Celsius 32 degrees F or above 60 degrees C 140F These temperatures may adversely affect the battery pack Note Press Fn F3 to turn off the battery warning beep 3 3 m chapter 3 battery power amp power management Installing and Removing the Battery Pack To Remove the Battery Pack 1 Place the notebook bottom side up on a flat and secure surface 2 Push the latch and pull the battery s hard case away from the notebook 3 4 m chapter 3 battery power amp power management To Install the Battery Pack 1 Place the notebook bottom side up on a flat and secure surface 2 Carefully insert the battery pack into the battery compartment of the notebook Charging the Battery and Charging Time To charge the battery while the battery pack is in the notebook plug the AC adapter into the notebook and an electrical outlet The charging time is approximately 4 6 hours when the notebook is turned off and approximately 6 10 hours when the notebook is turned on When the battery is fully charged the battery charge indicator becomes blue Note If the system runs at heavy loading or in a high temperature environment the battery may not be fully charged You need to continue to charge it with the AC adapter plugged i
2. m chapter 2 bios setup and security feature V If you select Realtek Boot Agent the system will attempt to boot from the network Note When the BIOS performs POST you may also press the F12 Key to enable the Boot Device selection menu You may choose CD DVD Hard Drive or Realtek Boot Agent as the first storage device to boot from If you have already connected a USB floppy disk drive before powering up it will appear as a Removable Device in the Boot Device selection menu Exit Setup Selections Description Sub menu Saves After you have completed the BIOS Changes and settings select this item to save all Exit settings exit the BIOS Setup utility and reboot New system settings will take effect on the next power up The F10 key can be used for this operation Discard Discards changes done so far to any of the Changes and setup questions and exit Exit Discard Discards changes done so far to any of the Changes setup guestions Load Optimal Loads the optimal default value for all the Defaults setup questions The F9 key can be used for this operation m chapter 3 battery power amp power management C HAPTER THREE BATTERY POWER amp POWER MANAGEMENT In this chapter you will learn the fundamentals of power management and how to use it to achieve longer battery life 3 1 m chapter 3 battery power amp power management 3 2 In this chapter you will learn how to operate your notebook on battery p
3. The following is a summary of the available chapters and appendices in this manual Chapter 1 Getting to Know the Basics In this chapter you will learn the basic operations and features of your computer It gives you a general understanding of the components of your computer Chapter 2 BIOS Setup Security In this chapter you will learn how to change various firmware settings and what the settings mean Also you will learn how to take advantage of the built in security feature provided by the BIOS Chapter 3 Battery Power amp Power Management In this chapter you will learn the fundamentals of power management and how to use them to achieve longer battery life Chapter 4 Upgrading Your Computer In this chapter you will learn how to upgrade the system memory and the hard disk drive as well as how to install a wireless mini PCI card Chapter 5 Troubleshooting In this chapter you will learn how to solve common hardware and software problems Appendix A Product Specification In this section you will find a list of the computer s system specifications Appendix B Agency Regulatory Notices In this section you will find the general electro magnetic and safety regulatory information m chapter 1 getting to know the basics C HAPTER O N E GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS This chapter introduces the features and components of the computer m chapter 1 getting to know the basics Performance Fe
4. To install a new mini PCI card do the following 1 Follow the steps in the earlier section Installing a Memory Module DIMM into the System to access the mini PCI socket Wireless Antenna Cables oooooo ojo Mini PCI Socket 2 The mini PCI card will only fit in one direction Align the small notch in the module with the socket on the connector and insert the card at an angle of approximately 30 degrees into the empty socket Then press it firmly so that the contact edge is driven into the receiving socket Pivot the mini PCI card until the latches on both sides of the socket snap into place a If you want to remove a mini PCI card from the socket press out on the latches located on both edges of the socket at the same time The card should pop up to an angle of 30 degrees m chapter 4 upgrading your computer 3 Locate the 2 antenna cables with connectors Snap the cable onto the golden connector on the mini PCI wireless LAN card Note The connectors are fairly small so this may take some maneuvering You may want to connect the antenna cables before inserting the wireless card into the socket Mini PCI Wireless Card Mini PCI Socket 4 Put the system device cover back and tighten the 9 Screw C s Congratulations You have now completed the mini PCI card installation During the next time the system boots to Windows the system will prompt for driver location Insert the factory CD ROM and point to th
5. Internet Explorer Quick Key Pressing the button launches Internet Explorer in Windows m chapter 1 getting to know the basics Front and Rear View wean Do not place any heavy objects on top of the notebook This may damage the display 1 External VGA Port The 15 pin VGA analog port is for connecting the external CRT monitor or projector 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is a built in power source for the notebook 3 Kensington Lock Key Hole A Kensington type security lock latches to this keyhole for anti theft purposes 4 4 in 1 Card Reader The 4 in 1 card reader supports SD cards MS cards MMC cards and MS Pro cards 5 Microphone Jack The microphone jack 3 5 mm diameter is where you connect a microphone 6 Audio Line in Jack The audio line in jack 3 5 mm diameter is where you connect an external audio input source such as a CD player m chapter 1 getting to know the basics 7 Stereo Headphone SPDIF out Jack The stereo headphone jack 3 5 mm diameter is where you connect the headphones or external speakers Alternatively you may connect the SPDIF output to an external DTS AC3 or PCM sound processor decoder in your home stereo system 8 External VGA On Off Switch You must make the selection before you turn on the notebook If you leave the switch in the ON position the computer will boot to the external graphic engine NVIDIA GeForce Go 6600 which has higher performance and higher power consumption If y
6. PC Card PCMCIA Problems PC cards do not function u Make sure you have properly installed the driver for the card u Consult the card s manual or contact the vendor for troubleshooting The PC card cannot be recognized u Windows NT 4 0 does not support PCMCIA PC card function You may need an external program for this u Make sure the card is fully inserted the outer end of the card should be even with the edge of the computer u Remove and insert the PC card again u Make sure there is no IRQ conflict with the card See Windows online help for solving IRQ conflicts u Reboot the computer and see if the problem persists The card may be defective Try the card on another system if possible Windows crashes or freezes when you remove the PC card u Make sure you have clicked lt Stop gt before removing the PC card Double click the safely remove hardware icon at the lower right corner of the taskbar and select the card you wish to stop When you click lt Close gt Windows will prompt you to remove the card a few seconds later m chapter 5 troubleshooting Performance Problems The computer becomes hot u In a 35 C environment certain areas of the computer s back case are expected to reach 50 degrees u Make sure the air vents are not blocked u If the fan does not seem to be working at a high temperature 50 degrees Celsius and up contact the service center u Certain programs that are processor intensive
7. blank when the system is turned on u Make sure the computer is not in the standby or hibernate suspend modes The display is turned off to conserve energy in these modes The screen is difficult to read u The display resolution should be set to at least 1024x768 for optimal viewing 1 Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel and double click the display icon 2 Under the Settings page set the screen resolution to at least 1024x768 and choose at least 256 colors The screen flickers u It is normal if the display flickers a few times while shutting down or powering up m chapter 5 troubleshooting Keyboard and Mouse Problems The built in touchpad performs erratically Make sure there is no excess perspiration or humidity on your hand when using the touchpad Keep the surface of the touchpad clean and dry u Do not rest your palm or wrist on the surface of the touchpad while typing or using the touchpad The built in keyboard accepts no input u If you are connecting an external keyboard to the system the built in keyboard may not work E Try restarting the system The characters on the screen repeat while I type u You may be holding the keys down too long while you re typing u Keep the keyboard clean Dust and dirt under the keys could cause them to stick u Configure the keyboard to wait longer before the auto repeat feature starts To adjust this feature Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Pan
8. click on the Alarm Action button and put a check on Sound Alarm Power Options Properties Power Schemes Alarms Power Meter Advanced Hibernate Low battery alarm v Activate low battery alarm when power level reaches 4 5 V Amon Notification Text Action No action Run Program None Critical battery alarm v Activate critical battery alarm when power level reaches 0 I TEZE Notification Text Action Stand by Run Program None OK Cancel Apply wm Note Consult the Windows user guide for more information on how to use Windows power management functions Note The actual dialogue box may appear slightly different than the dialog box shown above 3 12 m chapter 3 battery power amp power management Power Manu Quick Access Instead of making specific selections in the Power Options Properties box you can quickly and easily specify which pre set power saving function you desire by clicking on the battery icon at the lower right hand corner of the task bar If you do not see a battery or AC in icon go to the Power Options Properties box and click on the Advanced tab Check off Always show icon on the task bar Select Max Battery if you want the system to enter suspend mode more often Or select Always On if your notebook PC is plugged into an AC power source Home Office Desk Portable Laptop Presentation Always On Minimal Power Management Max Battery 1 56
9. connection to high bandwidth digital video devices and USB2 0 ports to connect to any USB based peripheral devices Wireless LAN The internal wireless LAN module allows your notebook to connect wirelessly to other 802 11 enabled systems devices or networks Internal USB Slot for Integrated USB Devices Optional The optional USB Bluetooth module or USB thumb drive gives you added function with the notebook m chapter 1 getting to know the basics System At A Glance Top View 1 LCD Latch The LCD latches lock unlock the LCD panel 2 Built in Microphone The built in microphone records sound 3 LCD Display This panel is where the system content is displayed The LCD panel has a maximum opening of 135 degrees Do not push it down forcibly m chapter 1 getting to know the basics MAX 135 Built in Stereo Speakers The built in speakers output the sound in stereo Keyboard The keyboard is used to enter data It has an embedded numeric keypad and cursor control keys See Keyboard Section for details Touchpad The touchpad is a built in pointing device with functions similar to a mouse LED Status Indicator The LED Status indicators reveal the status of these functions Numeric keypad cap lock scroll lock WLAN module enabling and disabling and also the ODD HDD activities See the LED Status Indicator Section for details The LED Status indicators also reveal the status of the system power state and batte
10. in 1 card reader slot EPC Card Slot One PC card slot type II A 5 m appendix A product specification v Battery Pack AC Adapter m Primary Li ion 6 Cell pack 11 1V x 4400 mAH or Battery Pack Li ion 6 Cell pack 10 8V x 4400 mAH or Li ion 9 Cell pack 10 8V x 6600 mAh mFeature Low battery state with low battery warning beep SmartPower Power Management Smart Battery Compliant low battery warning beep E Adapter Auto sensing AC in 100 240V DC out 20V 9OW AC Input DC Output v BIOS m PnP Function AMI PnP BIOS E Self Test Power On Self Test E Auto DRAM auto detection auto sizing Detection L2 Cache auto detection Hard disk type auto detection EPower APM 1 2 Advanced Power Management amp Management ACPI 2 0 Advanced Configuration Power Interface E Security Two level password protections E Other 32 bit access Ultra DMA PIO5 Mode support Features Multi boot capability H O S Compatible with Microsoft Windows 2000 XP DOS A 6 m appendix A product specification v Physical Specification m Dimension m5500 Series 358 W x 272 D x 25 9 34 1 H mm mVeight m5500 Series 72 lbs 3 27Kg with 15 4 LCD DVD ROM Drive and 6 cell battery pack m Environmental Operating Temperature 5 to 30 C 41 to 86 F Limits Operating Humidity 20 to 90 percent RH 5 to 35 C Storage Temperature 15 to 50 C 5 to 122 F A 7 m appendix B agency regulatory notices A P P
11. may increase the computer temperature to a level where the computer automatically slows down its CPU clock to protect itself from thermal damage The program appears stopped or runs very slowly Press CTRL ALT DEL to see if an application is still responding u Restart the computer u This may be normal for Windows when it is processing other CPU intensive programs in the background or when the system is accessing slow speed devices such as the floppy disk drive You may be running too many applications Try to close some applications or increase system memory for higher performance u The processor may have been overheated due to the system s inability to regulate its internal heat Make sure the computer s ventilation grills are not blocked 5 15 m chapter 5 troubleshooting Firewire IEEE1394 and USB2 0 Problems The USB device does not work u Windows NT 4 0 does not support USB protocols u Check the settings in the Windows Control Panel m Make sure you have installed the necessary device drivers Contact the device vendor for additional support The IEEE1394 port does not work u Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt System gt Hardware gt Device Manager You should see an entry which reads Texas Instrument OHCI Compliant IEEE 1394 Host Controllers If it does not exist that means that either Windows has not detected the host controller or the device driver has not been installed prope
12. right click the item ha Text in this format and symbol indicates specific instructions commentary sidelights or any additional information or notes that you should be aware of Wane Text in this format and symbol means that failure to comply with the given instructions or information could result in damage to your computer or could cause bodily harm or loss of life Protecting Your Computer Avoid Abusive Handling and Adverse Environment Following the advice below will help ensure that you get the most out of your investment Your computer will serve you well if you take good care of it Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight or place it near sources of heat Do not subject it to temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 30 C 86 F oooo Do not expose the computer to magnetic fields Do not expose the computer to moisture or rain Do not spill water or liquid on the computer Do not subject the computer to adverse shock and vibration Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt Do not place objects on top of the computer in order to avoid damaging the computer Do not place the computer on rocky surfaces Here are some ways of taking care of your AC adapter P Do not connect the adapter to any devices other than your computer TEEF Do not let water get into the adapter Do not block the ventilation airway of the adapter Keep the adapter in a cool and ventilated plac
13. u Try a different receiver number and see if the problem persists m chapter 5 troubleshooting Network Adapter Ethernet Problems The Ethernet adapter does not work Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt System gt Hardware gt Device Manager Double click on Network Adapters and check if Realtek RTL8139 810x Family Fast Ethernet NIC or Realtek RTL8169 8110 Family Gigabit NIC appears as one of the adapters If it does not exist that means that either Windows has not detected the Ethernet NIC or the device driver has not been installed properly If there is a yellow mark or red cross on the network adapter it may be a device or resource conflict Replace or update the device driver from the factory CD ROM disk or consult the Windows manual for how to solve the resource conflict problem m Make sure the physical connections on both ends of the cable are good u The hub or concentrator may not be working properly Check to see if other workstations connected to the same hub or concentrator are working The Ethernet adapter does not appear to operate in the 100 1000Mbps transmission mode E Make sure the hub you are using supports 100 1000Mbps operation u Make sure that your RJ 45 cable meets the 100 1000Base TX reguirements Make sure the Ethernet cable is connected to the hub socket that supports 100 1000Base TX mode The hub may have both 100Base TX and 1000Base T sockets m chapter 5 troubleshooting
14. 13 UPGRADING YOUR COMPUTER Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive 4 2 3 4 5 Upgrading the System Memory 4 6 7 8 9 10 Installing a Mini PCI Card to the System 4 11 12 13 TROUBLE SHOOTING2 First Step 5 2 3 Audio Problems 5 4 Hard Disk Problems 5 5 6 Optical Drive Problems 5 7 Display Problems 5 8 Keyboard and Mouse Problems 5 9 CMOS Battery Problems 5 10 Memory Problems 5 11 Modem Problems 5 12 Network Adapter Ethernet Problems 5 13 PC Card PCMCIA Problems 5 14 Performance Problems 5 15 Firewire IEEE1394 and USB2 0 Problems 5 16 APPENDIX A Product Specification APPENDIX B Agency Regulatory Notices Preface Using This Manual This user s manual contains general information about the hardware and software setup troubleshooting and technical specifications of the notebook computer Symbols and Conventions The following conventions and symbols are used in this manual When keys are to be pressed at the same time a plus symbol is used For instance Fn F7 means holding Fn and F7 keys at the same time When a series of clicking actions is needed in a Windows O S the and gt symbols are used For instance Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Display means clicking the Start icon first then the Settings then the Control Panel then the Display icon When you need to make a selection with the touchpad or mouse you will be asked to select click double click or
15. 94 a m Chipset TI TSB43AB22A IEEE1394 OHCI Host Controller Up to 400 Mbps m Capabilities Expandable up to 63 devices in chains v Storage mHard Drive P ATA 2 5 inch format hard disk drive 5 25 inch format 12 7mm height fixed module m Combo Drive Optional Purchase 5 25 inch format 12 7mm height fixed module m DVD R RW Optional Purchase or DVD Dual or DVD Multi Standards A 4 m appendix A product specification v Keyboard amp Touch pad m Keyboard 87 key or 86 key QWERTY keyboard with embedded numeric keypad and Windows keys 19 05mm pitch E Touch pad Built in touchpad v PC Card amp Multiple Card Reader m Chipset TI1410 PC Card Genesys GL817E Card Reader EPC Card Single Slot TYPE II hot insertion and removal supported m4 in 1 Card Multimedia Card MMC Secure Digital Card SD Reader Format Memory Stick MS and MS Pro Card Support v Ports and Connectors E Mic In Port One microphone in jack E Audio Out SPDIF One headphone SPDIF jack E Audio in Port One line in jack E Firewire One Firewire IEEE1394 host connector E USB2 0 Port Three USB2 0 compliant connectors one for built in for Bluetooth or other USB integrated device E Ethernet One standard network Ethernet connector RJ 45 m Modem One modem phone connector RJ11 m S Video One S video TV out output connector mPower In One DC in connector EVGA Port One 15 pin VGA connector m Card Reader One 4
16. C 825 IEC 825 1 EN60825 EN60825 1 The device is not considered harmful but the following precautions are recommended Do not open the unit Avoid direct exposure to the laser beam If the unit requires service contact an authorized service center Ensure proper use by reading and following the instructions carefully Do not attempt to make any adjustment of the unit m appendix B agency regulatory notices CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT Warning Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet containing the laser The laser beam used in this product is harmful to the eyes The use of optical instruments such as magnifying lenses with this product increases the potential hazard to your eyes For your safety have this eguipment serviced only by an authorized service provider Lithium battery warning Bridge battery warning This computer contains a lithium battery to power the clock and calendar circuitry CAUTION There is a danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly Replace only with the same or eguivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions ATTENTION Il y a danger d xplosion sil y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie Remplacer uniquement avcc unc batterie du meme type ou d un type recommande par le constructer Mettre au rebut les batteries usagees conformement aux instru
17. E N D LX B AGENCY REGULATORY NOTICES B 1 m appendix B agency regulatory notices Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or 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 u Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna u Increase the separation between the eguipment and the receiver u Connect the eguipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may c
18. Notice The information in this user s manual is subject to change without notice THE MANUFACTURER OR RESELLER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHICH MAY RESULT FROM THE PERFORMANCE OR USE OF THIS MANUAL The information in this user s manual is protected by copyright laws No part of this manual may be photocopied or reproduced in any form without prior written authorization from the copyright owners Copyright 10 2005 All rights reserved Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation DOS and Windows 95 98 ME 2000 NT XP VISTA are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and or registered trademarks of their respective owners companies The software described in this manual is delivered under a license agreement The software may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of the agreement This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U S patents and other intellectual property rights Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Rev 1 0 TABLE OF CONTENTS PREFACE Symbols and Conventions Protecting Your Computer Avoid Abusive Handling and A
19. The LCD brightness remains the same whether or not AC power is present BIOS Post Beep Sound Enable Disable Security Setup Boot Settings Configuration Item Selections Sub menu Enable The system beeps when performing POST on boot Disable The beep is disabled Description Change Supervisor Password N A Install or change the password Change User Password N A Install or change the password Using Password Protection Two levels of password protection are available The BIOS provides both a Supervisor and a User password If you try to activate both 2 5 m chapter 2 bios setup and security feature passwords the Supervisor password must be set first The passwords activate two different levels of protection 1 The system always asks for a password every time it is powered on 2 The system asks for a password only when you attempt to enter the BIOS utility The passwords are encrypted and stored in NVRAM Make sure you write them down or memorize them If you lost the passwords the computer may need to be sent back to the factory or to an authorized service dealer to reset the passwords Power Setup Selections Description Sub menu Power Button On Off On Off When the power button is Mode Suspend pressed the system is turned off Suspend When the power button is pressed the system enters the suspend mode High Enable When enabled maxi
20. additional memory module For instructions go to Chapter 4 Upgrading Your Computer m chapter 5 troubleshooting Modem Problems The built in modem does not respond u Make sure the modem driver is loaded properly u Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Phone and Modem Options and go to the Modems tab Make sure the SmartLink 56K voice modem or V 92 modem is listed Otherwise click the Add button to add the modem drive which is located in the factory CD ROM or floppy diskette u Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt System and click the Device Manager button on the Hardware page to check for a possible resource or driver conflict See Windows online help or manual for how to handle such problems A Make sure the phone line which the computer is connected to is working Connection difficulties u Be sure to disable call waiting on the phone line m Be sure to have the correct country setting for where your computer is used Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Modem Settings gt Configuration In the Country Area pull down menu select the appropriate country setting Excessive line noise might cause the connection to be dropped To check this put the regular phone handset on the line and place a phone call If you hear abnormal noise try to make the modem connection with a different line or contact your local telephony company for service u Make sure the cable connection is firm
21. also has two Windows keys Start Key This key allows you to pull up the Windows Start Menu at the bottom of the taskbar B Application Menu Key This key brings up the popup menu for the application similar to a click of the right mouse button Embedded Numeric Keypad Press Fn NumLk to enable the embedded numeric keypad The numbers are printed in the upper right corner of a key in a color different from the normal characters This keypad also includes arithmetic operators Press Fn NumLk to revert to normal character keys Ni EE L T Ll _ C CLE Lf ue ue 1 15 m chapter 1 getting to know the basics Touchpad The built in touchpad which is a PS 2 compatible pointing device senses movement on its surface As you move your fingertip on the surface of the pad the cursor responds accordingly 1 16 The following items teach you how to use the touchpad 1 Move your finger across the touchpad to move the cursor 2 Press buttons to select or execute functions These two buttons are similar to the left and right buttons on a mouse Tapping on the touchpad twice is similar to clicking the left button of a mouse Function Left Button Right Equivalent Tapping Action Button Execution Click twice Tap twice at the same speed as quickly double clicking the mouse button Selection Click once Tap once Drag Click and hold Tap twice quickly and on the to drag the second tap
22. anel and hard disk are turned off to conserve energy Hibernate Suspend In this mode all system data is saved in the hard disk before powering down When this mode is activated all system states and contents are saved to the hard disk drive after a period of inactivity defined by the user No power or very little power is drawn from the battery module under this mode However depending on how much RAM has been installed on your computer the amount of time the system requires to restore all its previous contents can range from 5 to 20 seconds For Windows 2000 XP users hibernation is handled by the operating system therefore no special disk partition or disk file is necessary If you wish to activate the Hibernate mode you need to enable Hibernate Support in the Hibernate tab of the Power Options menu 3 9 m chapter 3 battery power amp power management 3 10 Power Options Properties Power Schemes Alarms Power Meter Advanced Hibernate When your computer hibernates it stores whatever it has in hb memory on your hard disk and then shuts down When your computer comes out of hibematon i returns to its previous state Hibernate 4 Enable hibernation Disk space for hibernation Free disk space 5 546 MB Disk space required to hibernate 224 MB m Note Do not install or remove the memory module when the system is in the suspend mode Note The actual dialogue box may appear slightly different than the dia
23. ard is operational by pressing and holding any key Check for any incorrect or loose cable connections Make sure the latches on the connectors latch securely on to the receptor end u Be sure you have not performed an incorrect setting on the hardware devices in the BIOS Setup utility A faulty setting may m chapter 5 troubleshooting cause the system to misbehave If you are not sure of the changes you made try to restore all the settings to factory defaults Be sure all the device drivers are installed properly For example without the audio driver properly installed the speakers and microphone will not work If external devices such as a USB camera scanner or printer do not function correctly when connected to the system it is usually due to a problem with the device itself Consult the device s manufacturer first u Some software programs which have not gone through rigorous coding and testing may cause problems during your routine use Consult the software vendor for problem solving u Legacy peripherals are not plug and play capable You need to restart the system with these devices powered up and connected first u Be sure to go to BIOS SETUP and load DEFAULT SETTING after BIOS re flash u Be sure the Auick Key Lockout Switch on the bottom of the computer is not engaged otherwise the guick keys will not work 5 3 m chapter 5 troubleshooting Audio Problems No audio output u Software volume control is turne
24. atures High Performance Processor with Alviso Chipset The notebook PC is equipped with a powerful Mobile Intel Pentium M or Celeron M processor Together with the latest Alviso chipset and technologies the system offers advanced PC performance Unique Dual Graphic Boot Feature The system has two graphics engines built in A switch allows you to choose either the external MXM graphics engine or the integrated Intel GMA900 Extremes graphics engine This unique feature gives you the flexibility to select the graphics engine that is best suited for your needs higher performance or lower battery consumption Both graphic engines are DirectX 9 compatible LCD Display The computer is equipped with a wide 15 4 TFT high resolution display panel for clear text and brilliant colors Expandability The system offers an upgradeable hard disk drive and 2 DDR SDRAM sockets for expansion allowing you to easily increase the storage and system capacities as the need arises Built in Multiple Card Reader The built in 4 in 1 card reader lets you access many portable media formats SD Card MMC Card MS Card and MS Pro Card Ethernet Port The system provides a built in 10 100Mbps or 10 100 1000Mbps Ethernet network adapter for high bandwidth network connection Firewire IEEE1394 1394a and USB2 0 ports In addition to a full array of built in I O ports the computer offers m chapter 1 getting to know the basics IEEE1394 for ultra high speed
25. ause undesired operation FCC Caution Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment IMPORTANT NOTE FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance This transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter Alienware declare that the m5500 SERIES with wireless card Intel WM3B2200BG WM3B2915ABG is limited in CH1 CH11 by specified firmware controlled in USA m appendix B agency regulatory notices Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user s authority to operate the equipment Connections to Peripheral Devices Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI EMI connector hoods to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 CLASS B 68 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired
26. back Direct3D compatible DirectX compatible m Other Features A 2 m appendix A product specification Audio m Chipset Intel ICH6M integrated audio controller m Audio Codec Realtek ALC880 m Sound DirectSound 3D EAX 1 0 amp 2 0 compatible Capabilities A3D I3DL2 compatible AC97 V2 3 compatible 7 1 multi channel compatible through S PDIF Supports Azalia standard 2 stereo speakers Modem m Chipset Intel ICH6M integrated modem controller with MDC card m Transmission V 92 V 90 K56flex for download data speed up to Rate 56Kbps V 34 V 17 V 29 protocol supported Wireless LAN m Module Intel PRO Wireless 2200 MiniPCI Interface m Transmission IEEE802 11 B amp G Protocol A 3 m appendix A product specification LAN Ethernet m Chipset Realtek 8100CL Ethernet function for 10 100Base TX network standards or Realtek 8110SBL Ethernet function for 10 100 1000Base TX network standards m PnP Function Windows 2000 XP Plug and Play compatible mFlow Control Automatic Jam and auto negotiation for flow control m Speed Auto Negotiation and Parallel detection for automatic Selection speed selection IEEE 802 3u m Other High performance 32 bit PCI bus master architecture Features with integrated DMA controller for low CPU and bus utilization Remote Wake up Scheme supported Hot Insertion supported Remote Wake up Scheme supported Hot Insertion supported Firewire IEEE13
27. ctions du fabricant VORSICHT Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemBen Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ahnlichen Typ Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers Der Arbeitsplatzbezogene Schalldruckpegel nach DIN 45 635 betragt 70dB A oder weniger Zum Netzanschlua dieses Gerates ist eine geprufte Leitung zu verwenden Fur einen Nennstrom bis 6A und einem Gerategewicht groBer 3kg ist eine Leitung nicht leichter als 1 HO5VV F 3G 0 75mm 2 2X0 75 mm conductors einzusetzen Die Steckdose muB nahe dem Gerat angebracht und leicht zuganglich B 7 m appendix B agency regulatory notices CAUTION This part is hot Be Careful VORSICHT Diese Flache wird sehr heiss When you see this symbol be careful as this spot may be very hot B 8
28. d down in Microsoft Sound System or is muted Double click the speaker icon on the lower right corner of the taskbar to see if the speaker has been muted or turned down all the way u Most audio problems are software related If your computer worked before chances are that the software may have been set incorrectly u Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel and double click the sounds and audio devices icon In the Audio page make sure that Realtek HD Audio is the default playback device Sound cannot be recorded u Double click the speaker icon on the lower right corner of the taskbar to see if the microphone has been muted 1 Click Options and select Properties 2 Select Recording and click the OK button 3 After clicking the OK button the recording volume control panel will appear Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel and double click the multimedia icon or sounds and audio devices icon In the Volume or Audio page make sure that Realtek HD Audio is the default recording device m chapter 5 troubleshooting Hard Disk Problems The hard disk drive does not work or is not recognizable u If you had just performed a hard disk upgrade make sure that the hard drive connector is not loose and that the hard disk drive is also correctly seated Remove it and reinsert it firmly and then restart your PC Refer to Chapter 4 for details u The new HDD may need to be partitioned and reformatted The O S an
29. d drivers will need to be re installed as well Check the hard disk indicator LED When you access a file the LED lamp should light up momentarily u The new HDD may be defective or is not compatible u If your computer has been subjected to static electricity or physical shock you may have damaged the disk drive The hard drive is making abnormal whining noises u You should back up your files as soon as possible u Make sure the source of the noise is indeed from the hard drive and not from the fan or other devices The hard disk drive has reached its capacity u Run Disk Cleanup utility in Windows Start gt All Programs gt Accessories gt System Tools gt Disk Cleanup The system will prompt you for what to do u Archive files or programs that you no longer use by moving them to an alternative storage medium floppy disk optical recordable disk etc or by uninstalling programs that you no longer use u Many browsers store files in the hard drive as a cache to speed up the performance Check the program s online help for 5 5 m chapter 5 troubleshooting instructions on decreasing the cache size or on removing temporary Internet files u Empty the Recycle Bin to create more disk space When you delete files Windows saves them to the Recycle Bin The hard disk takes longer to read a file u If you have been using the drive for a period the files may be fragmented Go to Start gt Programs gt Accessories gt Sy
30. d security feature 2 2 The Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer s BIOS Basic Input Output System It runs and maintains a variety of hardware functions It is menu driven to allow you to easily configure and change the settings The BIOS contains the manufacturer s default settings for the computer s standard operations However there are occasions when you may be required to modify the default settings in the BIOS For example you may need to configure the BIOS power management APM settings if you are using DOS or a non Windows operating system The BIOS allows you to set up passwords to limit access to users This is an important feature because a great deal of vital information is carried within a computer nowadays Unauthorized access can be prevented Later in this chapter you will learn how to use this security feature m chapter 2 bios setup and security feature Entering the BIOS Setup Screen First turn on the power When the BIOS performs the POST Power On Self Test press the F2 key quickly to activate the AMI BIOS Setup Utility Note You may need to press the F2 key fairly quickly Once the system begins to load Windows you may have to retry by cycle power on again Leaving the BIOS Setup Screen When you have finished modifying the BIOS settings exit the BIOS It takes a few seconds to record changes in the CMOS BIOS Action Keys Leaves a sub menu to return to th
31. dling of the hard drive can result in permanent loss of data Make a backup copy of the drive s content before you remove it ay Certain models that come with the IBM brand hard drive emit a clattering sound when they are being rattled This is a normal condition m chapter 4 upgrading your computer Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive To replace the hard disk drive do the following 1 Turn OFF the computer Unhook the AC cord and all cables devices attached to the notebook Remove the battery 2 Place your hand on a large metal object momentarily to discharge any static electricity 3 Locate and remove Screw A 4 Remove the HDD cover 5 Push the HDD module to the right and separate it from the connector Lift the module away from the bay m chapter 4 upgrading your computer HDD Connector HDD Module 6 Locate and remove the 4 Screw B s from the HDD module Remove the upper and lower metal cases Screw Bx2 HDD Module Green PCB side face up 7 Re attach the metal cases to the new hard drive and tighten the 4 Screw B s Note that the green PC board of the hard disk drive is facing up 8 Re attach the HDD module to the HDD connector 9 Put the HDD cover back and re attach Screw A Congratulations You have now completed the hard drive upgrade m chapter 4 upgrading your computer When you boot up the PC you may need to create a primary HDD partition reformat the new drive and re install th
32. dverse Environment Chapter Summaries 1 GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS Performance Features 1 2 3 System at a Glance 1 4 Top View 1 4 5 6 7 Front and Rear Views 1 8 9 Side Views 1 10 11 Bottom View 1 12 13 AC Adapter 1 14 LED Status Indicators 1 15 Keyboard Features 1 16 Function Quick Keys 1 16 Windows Keys 1 17 Embedded Numeric Keypad 1 17 Touchpad 1 18 Graphics Subsystem 1 19 Adjusting the Display Brightness 1 19 Extending the Life of the TFT Display Panel 1 19 Opening and Closing the Display Panel 1 20 Audio Subsystem 1 21 Adjusting the Volume in Windows 1 21 Voice Recording 1 21 Modem and Modem Settings 1 22 Ethernet Adapter 1 23 2 BIOS SETUP AND SECURITY Entering the BIOS Setup Screen 2 3 Leaving the BIOS Setup Screen 2 3 BIOS Action Keys 2 3 3 Modifying the BIOS Settings 2 4 Main Setup 2 4 Advance Setup 2 4 5 Security Setup 2 5 6 Power Setup 2 6 7 Boot Setup 2 78 Exit Setup 2 8 BATTERY POWER amp POWER MANAGEMENT The Battery Pack 3 2 Lithium lon Battery Technology 3 2 Battery Low Power Warning 3 3 Installing and Removing the Battery Pack 3 4 5 Charging the Battery and Charging Time 3 5 Checking the Battery Level 3 6 Prolonging the Battery s Life and Usage Cycles 3 6 Using Windows Power Options 3 7 Windows Power Schemes 3 78 Suspend Modes 3 9 10 Power Button Action 3 11 Low Battery Warning 3 12 Power Manual Quick Access 3
33. e Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it Carefully tuck away the power cord and any cables away from pedestrian traffic When unplugging the power cord do not pull on the cord itself pull on the plug instead Keep the adapter away from children The total ampere ratings of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you are using an extension cord The total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed the fuse rating Do not connect another AC adapter to your notebook This notebook uses exclusively the AC adapter Lishin 0202A2090 90W Liteon PA 1900 05 90W When cleaning the computer observe these steps 1 Power off the computer and remove the battery pack 2 Disconnect the AC adapter 3 Use a soft cloth dampened with water Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Contact tech support or see your service technician if any of the following occurs The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged Liquid has been spilled into the product The computer does not operate normally Cleaning the Ventilation Grills It is suggested that you clean the ventilation grills regularly to maintain optimal thermal regulation of the notebook To do this you may use a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner with appropriate head adapter to remove the dust buildup on the ventilation grills Chapter Summaries
34. e ESC Exit previous menu OR exits the BIOS setup while saving changes Go to Sub Screen Shows the Sub Menu General Help Shows the Help Screen computer __ Selectaniter Selects the nex uppertem P___ Setectanitem Selects ne nedtiowertem F_ tewervalue Selects the nex value wirin a fed m chapter 2 bios setup and security feature Modifying the BIOS Settings The AMIBIOS setup main menu is divided into sub menus Each menu item is described in this section Main Setup Under this menu you may change the time date and view basic processor and system memory information Selections Description Sub menu N A Type in the current date in MM DD YY format N A Type in the current date in HH MM SS format Advanced Setup IDE Configuration Selections Description Sub menu Hard Disk The primary master is where BIOS tries to boot from first The primary master controls the hard drive ATAPI CDROM The secondary master controls the ATAPI CD ROM drive Note The sub menu is not selectable Press enter to view information about the m chapter 2 bios setup and security feature storage device Item Selections Sub menu Description Touchpad Support Enabled Disabled Enable or disable the built in touchpad LCD Auto DIMM Function Enable Disable Enable The system automatically reduces the LCD brightness when AC power is removed to save power Disable
35. e O S drivers and all necessary applications 4 5 m chapter 4 upgrading your computer Upgrading the System Memory Many applications will generally run faster when the computer s dynamic memory capacity is increased The computer provides two DDR memory sockets which are located underneath the system device cover You can increase the amount of memory by replacing the existing one with a dual inline memory module commonly known as SO DIMM of a higher capacity The SO DIMM can be 128MB 256MB 512MB or higher in capacity Depending on the model your computer may use DDR I SDRAM 2 5V or DDR II SDRAM 1 8V Before the upgrade In order to find out what type of DDR module the system uses you need to reboot the system The initial boot message shows you what type of DDR SDRAM module your notebook uses Vaal A memory upgrade is a delicate process Please observe the following instructions carefully or have a qualified technician install it for you Damages due to mishandling of this procedure are NOT covered by the manufacturer s warranty Warning Changing memory while your computer is in suspend or power saving mode may cause permanent damage to the hardware Make sure you turn off the power and unplug the AC cord before proceeding with a memory upgrade Warning You should only use the DIMM module that is approved by the reseller or the manufacturer otherwise the system may become unstable m chapter 4 upgrading y
36. e directory where the wireless LAN driver can be found In addition to installing the driver you may also need to runa Setup exe program to install the card s utility applications before it is fully operational 4 13 m chapter 5 troubleshooting C HAPTER FIVE TROUBLESHOOTING In this chapter you will learn how to solve common hardware and software problems 5 1 m chapter 5 troubleshooting 5 2 Your computer has been fully tested and complies with the system specifications before shipping However incorrect operations and or mishandling may cause problems This chapter provides a reference for identifying and correcting common hardware and software problems that you may encounter When you encounter a problem you should first try to go through the recommendations in this chapter Instead of returning the computer and waiting for repair you may be able to easily solve the problem by considering the following scenarios and possible solutions If the error continues contact your tech support for service information Before taking further actions consider the following suggestions m Check to see if the problem persists when all the external devices are removed u Check to see that the green light indicator on the AC adapter is lit u Check to see that the power cord is properly plugged into the wall outlet and into the computer Check to see that the power indicator of the computer is on u Check to see if your keybo
37. ea Regulatory approval for the AC adapter has been obtained using the power cord for the local area However if you travel to a different area and need to connect to a different outlet or voltage you should use one of the power cords listed below To purchase a power cord including one for a country not listed below or a replacement AC adapter contact your local dealer U S and Canada E The cord set must be UL Listed and CSA Certified or C UL Listed The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are 1 No 18 AWG 2 Type SJ and 3 3 conductor The cord set must have a rated current capacity of at least 10 A m The attachment plug must be an earth grounding type with a NEMA 5 15P 15A 125V or NEMA 6 15P 15 A 250V configuration All components of the cord set cord connector and plug must bear a PSE mark and registration number in accordance with the Japanese Dentori Law The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are 1 0 75 mm conductors 2 Type VCT or VCTF and 3 3 conductor The cord set must have a minimum rated current capacity of 7 A u The attachment plug must be a two pole grounded type with a Japanese Industrial Standard C8303 15 A 125 VAC configuration Other Countries u The cord set fittings must bear the certification mark of the agency responsible for evaluation in a specific country Acceptable agencies are BSI UK OVE Australia CEBEC Belgium SEMKO Sweden m append
38. el and double click the keyboard icon A dialogue box shows up with the adjustable settings for the keyboard 5 9 m chapter 5 troubleshooting CMOS Battery Problem 5 10 A message CMOS Checksum Failure displays during the booting process or the time clock resets when booting Try to reboot the system u If the message CMOS Checksum Failure appears during the booting procedure even after rebooting it may indicate failure of the CMOS battery If so you need to replace the battery This battery normally lasts two to five years The battery is of type CR2032 3V You can replace it by yourself The battery is located under the system device cover on the bottom of the notebook See Chapter 4 for more details m chapter 5 troubleshooting Memory Problems The POST does not show an increased memory capacity when you have already installed additional memory u Certain brands of memory modules may not be compatible with your system You should ask your tech support for a list of compatible DIMM E The memory module may not be installed properly Go back to Chapter 4 to review the details of this operation u The memory module may be defective The O S issues an insufficient memory error message during operation m This is often a software or Windows related problem A program is draining the memory resources Close the application programs you re not using and restart the system u You may need to install an
39. est comfortable setting so that the internal backlight uses less power Extending the Life of the TFT Display Device Observe the following guidelines to maximize the life of the backlight in the display 1 Set the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting Fn F8 2 When working at your desk connect your notebook to an external monitor and disable the internal display Fn F4 3 Do not disable the suspend time outs 4 If you are using AC power and have no external monitor 1 17 m chapter 1 getting to know the basics attached change to suspend mode when not in use Opening and Closing the Display Panel To open the display push the LCD latch inwardly and lift up the lid Then tilt it to a comfortable viewing position The LCD panel has a maximum opening of 135 degrees Do not push it down forcibly To close the display cover fold it down gently until the LCD latches click into place want To avoid damaging the display do not slam it when closing Do not place any object on top of the computer when the display is closed 1 18 m chapter 1 getting to know the basics Audio Subsystem Your computer s audio subsystem is Sound Blaster Pro compatible Adjusting the Volume Manually To increase the volume press Fn F5 To decrease the volume press Fn F6 Adjusting the Audio Volume in Windows 1 Click the speaker symbol in the task tray in Windows 2 Drag the volume control bar up or down to adjust the volu
40. forms to the latest USB2 0 plug and play standards 8 Power Jack DC in The DC out jack of the AC adapter connects here and powers the computer 9 TV S Video Port The S Video port permits you to redirect the screen output to a television set or any analog video playback device This TV port is copyright protected when a DVD movie is played the output is scrambled to prevent analog recording m chapter 1 getting to know the basics Bottom View 1 Battery Pack and Battery Latch The battery pack is a built in power source for the notebook Slide the battery latch to release the battery pack 1 10 m chapter 1 getting to know the basics 2 USB Device Cover Optional Underneath the cover there is a USB connector You may install the optional Bluetooth module or USB thumb drive into this slot 3 Hard Disk Drive Cover The system s hard disk drive is located under the cover The HDD can be upgraded to a larger capacity See Chapter 4 for instructions on a HDD upgrade 4 System Device Cover The system s processor with cooler assembly wireless LAN module and DDR memory module are located under the case cover You may install the WLAN module and the system memory can be upgraded to a larger capacity See Chapter 4 for instructions on a memory upgrade 5 Ventilation Grill The fan grill is where air is exchanged to dissipate the internal heat Do not block this airway completely waa Do not block the fan
41. grill outlet Place the machine on hard surfaces only The bottom of the case may get very hot 1 11 m chapter 1 getting to know the basics AC Adapter Lo 1 DC out Connector The DC out connector docks to the power jack DC in on the computer 2 Adapter The adapter converts alternating current into constant DC voltage for the computer 3 AC Plug The AC plug plugs into the AC wall outlet Warning Make sure you are using a standard 3 prong AC wall socket with a ground pin If not you may feel a slight tingling sensation on any of the computer s metal parts such as the I O ports This is caused by leakage current when the AC adapter is not properly grounded via the ground pin However the amount of leakage current is within the safety regulation and is not harmful to the human body m chapter 1 getting to know the basics LED Status Indicator The LED Status Indicator displays the operating status of your notebook When a certain function is enabled an LED will light up The following section describes its indication System amp Power Status Indicators LED Graphic Symbol Indication Blue light indicates the WLAN module is active Blinking blue light indicates the notebook is in suspend mode Persistent blue light indicates the Silent mode is active Blinking blue light indicates the battery is being charged Blinking red light indicates the battery power is low when the system is tur
42. hold your finger to the cursor touchpad to drag the cursor Access Click once Context Menu Move One Page Up or Down Tips on Using the Touchpad 1 The double click speed is timed If you double click too slowly your notebook will respond as if you single clicked twice 2 Keep your fingers dry and clean when using the touchpad Also keep the surface of the touchpad clean and dry to prolong its life 3 The touchpad is sensitive to finger movements Hence the lighter the touch the better the response A heavy touch does not produce a better response m chapter 1 getting to know the basics Graphic Subsystem Your computer uses a high performance 15 inch or 15 4 inch wide active matrix TFT panel with high resolution and multi million colors for comfortable viewing The system has two graphics engines built in A switch allows you to choose either the external MXM graphics engine or the integrated Intel GMA900 Extremes graphics engine This unique feature gives you the flexibility to select the graphics engine that is best suited for your needs higher performance or lower battery consumption Both graphics engines are DirectX 9 compatible Adjusting the Display Brightness The notebook uses special key combinations called hot keys to control brightness Press Fn F7 to increase the brightness Press Fn F8 to decrease the brightness a To maximize your battery operating time set the brightness to the low
43. hours 61 Note The actual dialogue box may appear slightly different than the dialog box shown above 3 13 m chapter 4 upgrading your computer C HAPTER FOUR UPGRADING YOUR COMPUTER In this chapter you will learn how to upgrade the DRAM and hard disk drive as well as how to install the optional wireless LAN mini PCI 4 1 m chapter 4 upgrading your computer Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive 4 2 Replacing the original drive with one of larger capacity can increase the hard drive capacity of your computer Depending on the model the computer may use a 9 5 mm height 2 5 inch Ultra ATA type hard disk drive Before the upgrade In order to find out what type of hard disk drive the system uses you need to follow the steps below to remove the hard disk drive and identify the drive s model number Then look up the drive s model number in the HDD manufacturer s website to find out what type of hard disk your notebook uses Be sure to make a backup copy of all your data before attempting this operation Wank A hard drive upgrade is a delicate process Please observe the following instructions carefully or have a qualified technician install it for you Damages due to mishandling of this procedure are NOT covered by the manufacturer s warranty Warning Apply care when handling the hard disk Do not drop or apply any shock Do not press on the cover Do not touch the connector with your fingertips Mishan
44. ix B agency regulatory notices FIMKO Finland DEMKO Denmark NEMKO Norway SETI Finland EANSW Australia SEV Switzerland IMQ Italy UTE France CCC China PSB Singapore PSE Japan BSMI Taiwan B Polish VDE Germany SASO Saudi Arabia The flexible cord must be of a HAR harmonized type HO5VV F 3 conductor cord with a minimum conductor size of 0 03 square inches m The minimum specification for the flexible cord for Class II product are 1 2X0 75 mm conductors 2 2 conductor cord The cord set must have a current capacity of at least 10 A and a nominal voltage rating of 125 250 VAC CAUTION MODEL M 5500 SERIES IS DESIGNED TO USE WITH THE FOLLOWING AC ADAPTER MODEL ONLY Manufacturer LITE ON ELECTRONICS INC Model PA 1900 05 90W Manufacturer LISHIN INTERNATIONAL ENTERPRISE CORP Model LSE0202A2090 90W Telephone lines reguirement The appropriate utilization of a 26AWG telephone line cord on the unit CAUTION Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before servicing or disassembling this eguipment CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26AWG or larger telecommunication line cord Battery Pack Safety The battery pack is intended to use only with this notebook B 5 m appendix B agency regulatory notices B 6 Do not disassemble the pack Do not dispose of the battery pack in fire or water To avoid risk of fi
45. log box shown above m chapter 3 battery power amp power management Power Button Action The notebook PC s power button can be set to turn off the system or activate the suspend mode Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Power Options and click on the Advanced tab In the pull down menu select how you wish the power button to work Power Options Properties Power Schemes Alarms Power Meter Advanced Hibemate Select the power saving settings you want to use Options v Always show icon on the taskbar v Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby Power buttons When close the lid of my portable computer Stand by When press the power button on my computer Stand by Do nothing Ask me what to do Stand b Shut down OK Cancel Apply Note The actual dialogue box may appear slightly different than the dialog box shown above Warning In the When I close the lid of my portable computer pull down menu DO NOT select Do nothing otherwise the system will still run at high speed while the processor s fan grill is fully blocked by the closed LCD panel The heat will damage the LCD panel 3 11 m chapter 3 battery power amp power management Low Battery Warning You can define when and how the system warns you of its low battery condition Go to the Alarms tab in the Power Options Properties box If you wish to hear audible beeps
46. me 3 To temporarily silence the speaker without changing the volume setting click Mute Voice Recording A built in microphone allows you to record sound You will need to use audio processing software to enable the built in microphone For example you may use Microsoft Sound Recorder 1 19 m chapter 1 getting to know the basics Modem Your computer comes with a 56K V 92 internal fax modem and a phone jack RJ 11 which is located on the left side of your computer Use a telephone cable to connect the computer to the telephone wall outlet Connecting the Modem 1 Plug one end of the phone line into the modem port located on the rear side of the computer For EMI compliance you need to clip the included EMI CORE to the phone line 2 Plug the other end of the line into the analog phone wall outlet Depending on where your computer is used you may need to change settings in the modem The correct settings will allow you to maintain a stable connection in a country where the telecommunication system may be different to others To change the modem setting do the following 1 Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel and double click on the Modem Settings icon You will see a similar dialog box UNIWILL V 90 Modem properties Speaker Quick connect 44 More Configuration Modem Helper Modem On Hold Country USA TURKEY A UAE UK URUGUAY VIETNAM v 2 Click on the p
47. mum system Performance Disable performance can be achieved The Mode processor performance is enhanced Long Battery Enable When enabled maximum battery life can Life Mode Disable be achieved The processor performance is lowered Note The suspend mode selection in BIOS only applies to older Windows versions 2 6 m chapter 2 bios setup and security feature such as Windows 3 1 or Windows 95 or NT4 or non Windows operating systems In Windows ME 98SE 2000 XP the suspend mode and settings are determined by settings in the Power Options Properties Start gt Control Panel gt Power Options Boot Setup Boot Settings Configuration Item Selections Sub menu Description Quiet Boot Disabled Enabled Boot Device Priority Selections Sub menu When enabled the system will display the OEM logo instead of POST messages When disabled the system will display POST messages i e device information Description Removable Dev CD DVD Hard Drive Realtek Boot Agent Disabled Set the type of device for the 1st drive BIOS attempts to boot from If Realtek Boot Agent is selected the system will attempt to load the boot sector from the Ethernet port Set the type of device for the 2nd drive BIOS attempts to boot from Set the type of device for the 3rd drive BIOS attempts to boot from Set the type of device for the 4th drive BIOS attempts to boot from 2 7
48. n until the charging LED turns blue 3 5 m chapter 3 battery power amp power management 3 6 Checking the Battery Level You can check the remaining battery power in the Windows battery status indicator which is located at the lower right hand corner of the task bar If you do not see a battery or AC in icon on the task tray go to the Power Options Properties box and click on the Advanced tab Check off Always show icon on the task bar Alternatively you can access the power meter by clicking the Power Options icon in the Windows Control Panel Prolonging the Battery s Life and Usage Cycles There are things you can do to prolong the use of the battery Use the AC adapter wherever an AC wall outlet is available This will ensure uninterrupted computing Purchase an additional battery pack Store the battery pack at room temperature Higher temperatures tend to deplete the battery s power faster Make good use of the power management function The Save To Disk Hibernate option saves the most energy by storing current system contents in a hard disk space reserved for this function The life expectancy of the battery is approximately 300 recharges See the notices section in the beginning of the user manual on how to care for the battery pack nol Read the section about protecting your notebook in the beginning of this manual for tips on how to maintain the battery pack Note To achieve optimal battery performance y
49. ned ON Persistent blue light indicates the battery is full Blue light indicates the hard drive and or optical drive are being accessed Blue light indicates the numeric keypad is activated Blue light indicates the Cap Lock is activated Blue light indicates the Scroll Lock is activated Note When the system power is initially turned on the Scroll Lock Cap Lock and Numeric keypad LED indicators will light up momentarily to indicate the start of the Power On sequence 1 13 m chapter 1 getting to know the basics Keyboard Features Function Keys Quick Keys Action System Control Fn F1 Enters suspend mode Fn F3 Audio mute on or off Fn F4 Changes display mode LCD only CRT only and LCD amp CRT Fn F5 Turns speaker volume up Fn F6 Turns speaker volume down Fn F7 Increases display brightness Fn F8 Decreases display brightness Fn Num Lk Enables the embedded keypad to work in numeric mode The keys act like numeric keypads in a calculator Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry An alternative would be to connect an external numeric keypad Fn Scr Lk Press the Scroll Lock key and then press or to move one line up or down For various system controls press the Fn Function key and the Fx key simultaneously 1 14 m chapter 1 getting to know the basics Windows Keys Your keyboard
50. operation European Notice Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC and R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC issued by the Commission of the European Community Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms u EN55022 1998 A1 2000 A2 2003 CLASS B EN61000 3 2 2000 IEC61000 4 2 2001 IECE1000 4 3 2002 A1 2002 IEC61000 4 5 2001 IEC61000 4 6 2001 IEC61000 4 8 2001 EN50082 IEC801 2 IEC801 3 IEC801 4 Electro magnetic Immunity EN 300 328 2 EN 300 328 1 EN 301 489 1 EN 301 489 17 ETSI 300 328 ETSI 301 489 Electro magnetic Compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matter TBR21 ETSI TBR21 Terminal Equipment u EN60950 IEC950 I T E Product Safety Canadian Notice This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise B 3 m appendix B agency regulatory notices B 4 emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications Le present appareil numerique nemet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux appareils numeriques de Classe B prescrites dans le reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le Ministere des Communications du Canada Power Cord Requirement The power cord supplied with the AC adapter should match the plug and voltage requirements for your local ar
51. ou leave the switch in the OFF position the computer will boot to the integrated graphics engine Intel GMA900 Extreme3 which has lower performance and lower power consumption Side Views wane Do not place any heavy objects on top of the notebook This may damage the display 1 Ethernet LAN Port The port connects to a network hub via the RJ 45 cable and also conforms to 10 100Base TX transmission protocol m chapter 1 getting to know the basics 2 Modem Port This is where you plug the phone jack RJ 11 for fax modem functions 3 Optical Drive and Disk Eject Button and Manual Eject Key Hole If your computer comes with the combo drive DVD RW DVD RW or DVD Dual drive you may save data onto a CD R CD RW or DVD RW disc Press the eject button to eject the disk tray The manual eject keyhole allows you to manually eject a jammed disk 4 PC Card Slot Type II PCMCIA and Card Eject Button The slot is where the PC card Type II PCMCIA is inserted Press the eject button to release the PC card 5 Ventilation Grill The fan grill is where air is exchanged to dissipate the internal heat Do not block this airway completely 6 Firewire IEEE1394 1394a Port This is a high speed serial data port You may connect any Firewire ready device to this port 7 USB2 0 Port x3 The Universal Serial Bus USB2 0 compliant port allows you to connect a wide variety of devices to your computer at a rate of up to 480 Mbps This port con
52. ou may need to do a battery calibration at a 3 month interval To do this 1 Fully charge the battery 2 Discharge the battery by entering the BIOS setup screen Press the F2 key as soon as you turn on the computer Let it remain at the setup screen until the battery runs out 3 Fully charge the battery again m chapter 3 battery power amp power management Using Windows Power Options Windows Power Management provides basic power saving features In the Windows Power Options Properties Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Power Options dialogue box you may enter time out values for the display and hard disk drive Windows Power Management saves power by turning off the hard drive after 1 minute of inactivity for example Windows Power Schemes The power management control panel in Windows XP known as Power Schemes is designed to provide the user with an easy to use interface The Power Schemes tab can be found in the Power Options Properties panel that is accessible via the control panel window Schemes are easy to understand are based on notebook usage scenarios and control not only processor power usage but other system peripherals as well Go to Start gt Settings gt Control Panel and double click the Power Options icon The Always on mode puts the processor into maximum performance mode which provides no power saving The other schemes control processor performance based on demand For example Max Bat
53. our computer Installing a Memory Module DIMM into the System To install the DIMM do the following 1 Power OFF the notebook Unplug the AC cord and all cables devices attached to the notebook Remove the battery 2 Place your hand on a large metal object momentarily to discharge any static electricity Place the notebook on a flat surface and fully close the LCD lid 3 Locate and remove the 9 Screw C s on the system device cover P AON C x9 4 Remove the system device cover The DIMM socket is now seen as shown in the following diagram 4 8 m chapter 4 upgrading your computer DualDDR DIMM Sockets SSIM Oooooooooooo0o0o 5 If you need to remove an old DIMM from the socket press out on the latches located on both edges of the socket at the same time The DIMM should pop up to an angle of 30 degrees see diagram below Pull the DIMM module out of the memory socket Store away the DIMM for future use PTL 6 Install the new DIMM module into the memory socket The DIMM will only fit in one orientation Insert the DIMM at an angle of approximately 30 degrees into the empty memory socket Then press it firmly so that the contact edge is driven into the receiving socket m chapter 4 upgrading your computer Notch 7 Pivot the DIMM until the latches on both sides of the socket snap into place nol Notice the notch on the DIMM The notches should fit nicely with the
54. ower how to handle and maintain the battery pack and learn about the system s power saving features The TFT display central processor and hard disk drive are the major hardware subsystems that consume the most power Power management deals with how these key components should behave to conserve power For example you can have the system turn off its display after 2 minutes of inactivity to save power Efficient power management can help you work longer sessions before having to recharge the battery The Battery Pack Lithium ion Battery Your notebook uses a six cell or nine cell optional Lithium lon battery pack that provides power when you don t have access to an AC outlet L A Note It is necessary that you charge the battery pack for at least 6 hours before using it for the first time Note In the standby suspend mode a fully charged battery loses its power in roughly 1 2 of a day or less When not being used the battery s power will deplete in 1 2 months m chapter 3 battery power amp power management Battery Low Power Warning 1 Low Battery Warning A low battery condition occurs when battery power is reduced to 6 The red battery status LED indicator will blink and the system will beep once every 16 seconds or so 2 Very Low Battery Warning A very low battery condition occurs when battery power is reduced to 3 The red battery status LED indicator will blink and the system will beep at 4 second intervals
55. re burns or damage to your battery pack do not allow a metal object to touch the battery contacts Handle a damaged or leaking battery with extreme care If you come in contact with the electrolyte wash the exposed area with soap and water If it contacts the eye flush the eye with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention Do not charge the battery pack if the ambient temperature exceeds 45 C 1139F To obtain a replacement battery contact your local dealer Do not expose the battery pack to high storage temperatures above 60 C 140 F When discarding a battery pack contact your local waste disposal provider regarding local restrictions on the disposal or recycling of batteries Use only the supplied AC Adapter for charging CAUTION There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions or local laws VORSICHT Explisionsgefahr bei unsachgernazen Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ahnlichen Typ Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien navh Angaben des Herstellers Laser Safety The optical drive used with this computer is certified as a Class 1 laser device according to the U S Department of Health and Human Services DHHS Radiation Performance Standard and International Standards IE
56. rly If there is a yellow mark or red cross on the 1394 host controller it may be a device or resource conflict Replace or update the device driver from the factory CD ROM disk or consult the Windows manual for how to solve the resource conflict problem m Make sure the cable is fully connected m Make sure you have installed the necessary device drivers u Contact the device vendor for additional support m appendix A product specification A P P E N D LX A PRODUCT SPECIFICATION A 1 m appendix A product specification Processor and Core Logic E Processor Mobile Intel Pentium M Dothan up to 2 13GHz 2 MB L2 cache or o Mobile Intel Celeron M up to 1 70GHz 1MB L2 cache m Core Logic Intel Alviso 915GM ICH6 M FW82801FBM chipset with video audio modem and USB2 0 controllers integrated 533 MHz Pentium M 400 Celeron M front side bus 400 533 MHz DDR1 DDR2 interface System Memory m Memory Type DDR1 DDR2 SDRAM 333 400 533MHz PC2700 and PC2 3200 4200 compatible m Default 128 256 512MB 2 5 Volt DDR1 or 1 8 Volt DDR2 64 bit bus m Memory Two 200 pin DIMM sockets Expansion Display ml CD Panel 15 4 inch WXGA 1280x800 TFT LCD or 15 4 inch WUXGA 1920x1200 TFT LCD m Graphic MXM 2 Graphics 2D 3D graphic slot with 64 128 256 Accelerator VRAM support Intel integrated GMA900 Extreme3 graphics engine Hardware motion compensation and IDCT supported for m Motion MPEG1 2 playback Play
57. ry charging state See the LED Status Indicator Section for details Power Suspend Button The power suspend button turns the notebook on and off and also acts as a system suspend key Press it momentarily to turn on the system Press and hold it for at least 4 seconds to turn off the system How this key behaves can be defined in the Start gt 1 5 m chapter 1 getting to know the basics Settings gt Control Panel gt Power Options gt Advanced menu Press the power suspend button again to return from the suspend mode See Chapter 3 for more details on system suspend function CH Note When the system power is initially turned on the Scroll lock Cap lock and Numeric keypad LED indicators will light up momentarily to indicate the start of the Power On sequence 9 10 Wireless On Off Button Press the switch to disable or enable the wireless function If the WLAN function is enabled the WLAN LED turns green otherwise the WLAN LED is dark Instant On Multimedia Player Launch Key When the system is powered off pressing the key launches a multimedia application that allows you to watch movies files listen to music or view photos in the optical drive or hard disk drive without having to boot to Windows nol The way the Instant On software works is that when the quick key is pressed when the system is in Power Off mode the system boots to a Linux based O S and media player application 11 1 6
58. socket 8 Put the system device cover back and tighten the 9 Screw C s Congratulations You have just completed the memory upgrade When you boot up the computer you should expect to see an increase in DRAM capacity 4 9 4 10 m chapter 4 upgrading your computer Z Your computer has been tested with a wide range of DIMM on the market However not all memory modules are compatible Check with your system vendor for a list of compatible DIMM for your computer m chapter 4 upgrading your computer Adding a Mini PCl Type Wireless LAN Card Optional Device Your computer comes with a unique mini PCI card socket which is located next to the DRAM socket and underneath the WLAN module cover The socket allows the computer to add unique features such as wireless LAN IEEE802 11x Ask your dealer about the availability of the mini PCI card Warning Installing a mini PCI card is a delicate process Please observe the following instructions carefully or have a qualified technician install it for you Damages due to mishandling of this procedure are NOT covered by the manufacturer s warranty Warning Installing the mini PCI card while your computer is in suspend or power saving mode may cause permanent damage to the hardware Make sure you turn off the power and unplug the AC cord before proceeding with a memory upgrade 4 12 m chapter 4 upgrading your computer Installing a Mini PCI Card into the System
59. stem Tools gt Disk Defragmenter to perform a disk defragmentation This operation may take a while Interrupt reguests or problems with other hardware devices may have occupied the CPU and will therefore slow down the system s performance The files are corrupted Run the Error checking utility in Windows to check the HDD Double click My Computer Right click C and select Properties Click Check Now in Error checking in Tools m chapter 5 troubleshooting Optical Drive Problems The optical drive does not work Try rebooting the system u The disk is damaged or files are not readable u After you have inserted a CD ROM disk it may take a moment before you can access its content The drive does not read any disks u The CD may not be properly seated in the tray Make sure the disk is firmly seated onto the spindle u The disk is damaged or not readable The disk cannot be ejected u Normally it takes a few seconds to eject the disk If the disk cannot be ejected it may be mechanically jammed Straighten out a paper clip and insert it to a tiny hole next to the eject button This should eject the disk tray If not return the unit for repair Do not forcefully pull on the disk tray The combo or DVD RW drive optional device cannot record u You need to purchase and install a burner utility program to record files to a blank media m chapter 5 troubleshooting Display Problems The display panel is
60. tery mode lowers the processor s speed and voltage to conserve power as much as possible 3 7 m chapter 3 battery power amp power management 3 8 Power Options Properties Power Schemes Alarms Power Meter Advanced Hibernate ef Select the power scheme with the most appropriate settings for p this computer Note that changing the settings below will modify the selected scheme Power schemes Portable Laptop ome Dffice Desk Portable Laptop Presentation Always On Minimal Power Management Max Battery When computer is C Pluggedin Eataa X i a 16 Tum off monitor After 15 mins After 5 mins Tum off hard disks After 30 mins After 5 mins System standby After 20 mins After 5 mins System hibernates After 3 hours After 2 hours In this dialog box you can manually set the LCD and hard drive s time out values in the Plugged in column and in the Running on Batteries column Lower time out values will save more battery power Note Also consult the Windows user guide for more information on how to use Windows power management functions Note The actual dialogue box may appear slightly different than the dialog box shown above m chapter 3 battery power amp power management Suspend Mode Standby Suspend The system automatically enters this mode after a period of inactivity which is set in the Power Schemes dialog box In Standby mode hardware devices such as the display p
61. ull down menu and select the country where it is applicable Click on OK to exit Ethernet 1 20 m chapter 1 getting to know the basics Your computer is equipped with a 10 100Base TX or 10 100 1000Base TX Fast Ethernet network adapter Connect the active LAN cable to the RJ 45 LAN port located on the left side of the computer This allows you to access and transmit data in the local area network Connecting to the Network Use an Unshielded Twisted Pair UTP Ethernet cable only 1 Insert one end of the UTP cable into the network connector until the connector snaps securely into the receptacle 2 Connect the other end of the cable to either an RJ 45 jack wall outlet or to an RJ 45 port on a UTP concentrator or hub in the network Cabling Restriction for Networks The following restrictions should be observed for 10 100 1000BASE TX networks The maximum cable run length is 100 meters m 328 feet ft For 100Mbps or 1000Mbps operations use Category 5 wiring and connections Note Consult the Windows manual and or the Novell Netware user s guide for the software installation configuration and operation of the network m chapter 2 bios setup and security feature CH A P T E R T W O BIOS SETUP AND SECURITY FEATURE In this chapter you will learn how to enter the BIOS Setup Menu and manipulate various hardware control settings You will also learn how to use the built in security features 2 1 m chapter 2 bios setup an

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