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1. ogy equipment ITE R32323 The symbol above must be attached to the product indicating compliance with the BSMI standard Q1088 Netbook USER S MANUAL VII Preface Congratulations on your purchase of a Netbook computer Your new Netbook features the most innovative features in portable computing technology It combines state of the art ergonomics with sophisticated architecture providing you with a personal computer that is compact powerful and easy to use Designed for a wide range of general business and personal productivity applications this Netbook is an ideal choice for use in the office at home and on the road This Manual contains all the information you need to set up and use your Netbook computer It describes all of its features in a thorough yet easy to read manner Contents Sately InstElctiOligz Regulatory Notice aura tl iri H e VII Chapter 1 BEFORE YOU START 1 1 Make sure you have 4 1 2 Familiarize yourself with the 4 Opening the display pariel itte et teet re 4 Front OVENVIOW T 5 Left side OVelVIGW cernere n i ri denn 6 Right side OVeIVIGW nere ere trina er ert eer tns 6 Back OVetvieW c enne iii 7 Bottom OVEVIEW iii ra deret niea cia e er d 8 Chapter2 G2. It only requires light pressure from the tip of your finger The left and right buttons function the same as mouse buttons The actual functionality of the buttons may vary depending on the application that is being used Clicking Clicking means pushing and releasing a button To left click move the cursor to the item you wish to select press the left button once and then immediately release it To right click move the mouse cursor to the item you wish to select press the right button once and then immediately release it You also have the option to perform the clicking operation by tapping lightly on the TouchPad once Double Clicking Double clicking means pushing and releasing the left button twice in rapid succession This procedure does not function with the right button To double click move the cursor to the item you wish to select press the left button twice and then immediately release it You also have the option to perform the double click operation by tapping lightly on the TouchPad twice Dragging Dragging means pressing and holding the left button while moving the cursor To drag move the cursor to the item you wish to move Press and hold the left button while moving the item to its new location and then release it Dragging can also be done using the TouchPad First tap the TouchPad twice over the item you wish to move making sure to leave your
3. Q appearance of your Netbook may vary from that shown in 19 this manual 1 2 Familiarize yourself with the computer OPENING THE DISPLAY PANEL To open the display panel simply lift the lid up When closing it be sure not to slam it shut Q1088 Netbook USER S MANUAL FRONT OVERVIEW EE TER SENE mE 1 Camera The built in 0 3 megapixel camera allows you to snap a photo or create a video chat or video conference with just a click 2 Microphone The built in microphone allows for stereo reception and transmission of voice and or other audio data onto your Netbook 3 Status Indicator The Status indicator lights correspond to Lights specific operating modes These modes are Power on Suspend status battery AC adapter status hard drive activity HDD Num Lock Caps Lock and 3G Wireless LAN activity 4 TouchPad The TouchPad pointing device is a Pointing Device mouse like cursor control with two buttons and a touch sensitive movement pad 3G Wireless LAN The 3G Wireless LAN switch allows Switch you to switch your wireless connection between 3G and Wireless LAN Switch to the left for 3G connection and switch to the right to turn on Wireless LAN 6 Keyboard The keyboard comes with 84 keys including dedicated Windows keys 7 Suspend Power This button turns your Netbook on and off On Button or puts it to sleep See Suspend Power On Button in the Power On se
4. or an AC adapter CONNECTING THE POWER ADAPTERS The AC adapter provides power for operating your notebook PC and charging the battery Connecting the AC Adapter 1 Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack of your notebook PC 2 Plug the AC adapter into an AC electrical outlet Switching from AC Adapter Power to Battery Power 1 Be sure that you have at least one charged battery installed 2 Remove the AC adapter Your notebook will automatically Switch from DC power to battery power NOTE The Lithium lon battery is not charged upon purchase Initially you will need to connect the AC adapter to use your notebook PC CAUTION To protect your notebook from damage use only Lithium lon batteries that meet the specification Improper use of batteries may lead to explosion and bodily harm caution Do not dispose of batteries with household waste Contact your local recycling center or waste disposal operator to properly dispose of batteries according to the local laws and regulations of your region PRESERVING BATTERY LIFE Fully discharge and recharge the battery every 30 days to prolong battery life fthe battery is not used for a month or longer remove and store the battery in a cool dry place Fully recharge the battery before using again RECHARGING THE BATTERY The Lithium lon battery is recharged internally using the AC adapter To recharge the battery make sure the battery
5. Copyright 2009 All Right Reserved Printed in China Q1088 Netbook User s Manual Original Issue 2009 07 This manual guides you in setting up and using your new Netbook PC Information in the manual has been carefully checked for accu racy and is subject to change without notice No part of this manual may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mecha nical photocopy recording or otherwise without prior written consent Trademarks Product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be the trademarks of their respective companies Microsoft MS DOS Windows and Windows Sound System are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Intel Atom is registered trademarks of Intel Corporation Sound Blaster Sound Blaster Pro are trademarks of Creative Technology All other brands or product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and your Netbook When Using Your Q1088 Netbook Computer CAUTION Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with the base resting directly on your body With extended operation heat can build up in the base Allowing sustained contact with the skin can cause discomfort or a burn Do not attempt to service the Netbook yourself Always follow in
6. ETTING STARTED 2 1 Power SOUICBS criteri tr ren a Pc etre tena 10 Connecting the power 10 Preserving battery 10 Recharging the battery ainia 10 2 2 Starting your Netbook terne 11 TEE 11 Status Indicates susurro oie eter t PO E SEES REN ERES EE 12 USING Function KEYS me ete n ec re n qe sn 13 Using the TouchPad Chapter 3 TROUBLESHOOTING 3 1 Identifying the Problem Chapter 4 Recovery Update How to restore your Booktop to factory defaults Q1088 Netbook USER S MANUAL VIII Q1088 Netbook USER S MANUAL Chapter 1 BEFORE YOU START This chapter will show you how to operate your Q1088 Netbook computer including turning the computer on off using touch pad keyboard battery and so on If you are new to computers and to the operating system this chapter will guide you through some of the new exciting features TAKING CARE OF YOUR Netbook PC To prevent possible overheating of the computer s processor make sure you don t block the openings provided for ventilation DO NOT press or touch the display panel DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces DO NOT use your Netbook computer under harsh conditions ES DO NOT place or drop objects on the As computer and DO NOT apply heavy EX YA pressure on it E 1 po NOT subject the compu
7. a and some Far Eastern countries such as South Korea 100 V 50 Hz in eastern Japan and 100 V 60Hz in western Japan 230 V 50 Hz in most of Europe the Middle East and the Far East f you use an extension cord with your AC adapter ensure that the total ampere rating of all devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed its total capacity When removing battery from your Netbook first turn off the system disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and then remove the battery To avoid risk of an electrical shock do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform maintenance or reconfiguration of this product during a thunderstorm Do not throw batteries into fire doing so may cause explosion Check with local authorities first for battery disposal instructions When setting up your Netbook for work place it on a level surface Q1088 Netbook USER S MANUAL When traveling do not check your Netbook as baggage You can put your Netbook through an X ray security machine but never put your Netbook through a metal detector If you have your Netbook checked by hand be sure to have a charged battery ready in case you are asked to turn on your Netbook When traveling with the hard drive removed from your Netbook wrap the drive in an insulated material such as cloth or paper If you have the drive checked by hand you may be asked to install the drive into your Netbook Your can have the hard drive
8. cates this Q1088 Netbook computer complies with the EMC Directive and the European Union s Low Voltage Di rective This symbol also indicates that Q1088 meets the following technical standards EN 55022 Limitations and Methods of Measurement for the Radio Interferences of Information Technology Equipment EN 55024 Information technology equipment Immunity char acteristics Limits and methods of measurement EN 61000 3 2 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Chapter 3 Limits Section 2 Limits on the harmonic current emissions Equipment input current up to and including 16 A per phase EN 61000 3 3 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Chapter 3 Limits Section 3 Limits on the voltage fluctuations and flicker in low voltage power supply systems for equipment with rate cur rent up to and including 16 A EN 60950 Safety of Information Technology Equipment NOTE EN 55022 emissions requirements provide for two DM classifications Class A governs commercial use Class B is governs residential use For CB Only use batteries designed for this computer The wrong battery type may explode leak or damage the computer Do not remove any batteries from the computer while it is pow ered on Don not continue to use a battery that has been dropped or that appears damaged e g bent or twisted in any way Even if the computer continues to work with a damaged battery in place it ma
9. checked through an X ray machine but never put the drive through a metal detector When traveling do not place your Netbook in the overhead storage compartment where it could shift around Do not drop your Netbook or subject it to other mechanical shocks Protect your Netbook battery and hard drive from environmental hazards such as dirt dust food liquids extreme temperature and direct exposure to sunlight When you move your Netbook in environments where there is a substantial difference of temperature or humidity level condensa tion may form on or within your Netbook To avoid damaging your Netbook please allow sufficient time for the moisture to evaporate before continue using NOTICE When taking your Netbook from a colder to a warmer environ ment or vice versa allow your Netbook enough time to adapt to the new environment before turning on power When unplugging the power cord please make sure that you pull on its connector or on its strain relief loop and not on the power cord itself As you pull out the connector please ensure that it is pulled out evenly in order not to bend its connecting pins Also be fore you connect the power cord make sure that both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned Before you clean your Netbook turn it off first unplug it from its power source and remove the battery Handle interior components with care When removing a compo nent please hold it by the edge an
10. ction for more information E 8 Display Panel The display panel is a color LCD panel with back lighting for the display of text and graphics LEFT SIDE OVERVIEW The following is a brief description of the left side of the Netbook 00 GO Function No Item 1 Power Adapter Port 2 External Monitor Port 3 LAN RJ 45 Port 4 USB Port The power adapter port allows you to plug in the AC adapter to power your Netbook and charge the internal Lithium lon bat tery The external monitor port allows you to connect an external monitor The LAN port is designed to support a 10 100 Base TX standard RJ 45 plug The USB port allows you to connect a Universal Serial Bus device It supports v2 0 of the USB standard which allows data exchange rates as high as 480 Mb s RIGHT SIDE OVERVIEW 00 No Item Function 1 Microphone microphone jack allows you to connect Jack an external mono microphone 2 Headphone The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones or external speakers and amplifiers Jack 3 USB Ports 4 Memory Card Reader The USB ports allow you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices They support v2 0 of the USB standard which allows data exchange rates as high as 480 Mb s The memory card reader offers the fastest and most convenient method to transfer pic tures music and data between your Netbook and fla
11. d not on the connecting pins such as the memory module When using your telephone equipments safety instructions A should always be followed in order to prevent fire electrical shock or injuries these instructions include Do not use this product near water for example near a bathtub washing basins kitchen laundry sinks wet basements or swim ming pools Avoid using cordless phones during an electrical storm as light ening may cause electrical shocks Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak within the leakage area WARNING Void of Warranty f the battery is not properly handled there may be a risk of ex plosion make sure you are using the same or compatible battery Please discard used batteries according to the instructions given by the manufacturer Please be aware that use of cracked severely scratched or poor quality discs may damage the optical drive and corrupt data in the disc Such discs may break while drive operates in high speed in this case your product warranty may be voided Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital service pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void the user s authority to op
12. e data that was not saved Once you provide power you can continue to use your computer while an adapter charges the battery 2 2 Starting Your Notebook POWER ON Suspend Power On Button The suspend power on button is used to turn on your notebook from its off state Once you have connected your AC adapter or charged the internal Lithium lon battery you can power on your notebook by pressing the suspend power on button located above the keyboard If you need to take an extended break press the button again to turn it off CAUTION Do not carry your notebook around with the power on or subject it to shocks or vibration as you risk damaging the hard disk When you power on your notebook it will perform a Power On Self Test POST to check the internal parts and configuration for correct functionality If a fault is found your computer emits an audio warning and or displays an error message Depending on the nature of the problem you may be able to continue by starting the operating system or by entering the BIOS setup utility and revising the settings After satisfactory completion of the Power On Self Test POST your notebook loads the installed operating system caumoN Never turn off your notebook during the Power On Self Test POST an unrecoverable error may occur Status Indicators The status indicator lights correspond to specific operating modes These modes are Power on Sus
13. erate this equipment This equipment gener ates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guaran tee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television re ception 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 e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiv er e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help e All external cables connecting to this basic unit must be shielded For cables connecting to PCMCIA cards see the option manual or installation instructions RF exposure This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and must not be co located or operating in con junction with any other antenna or transmitter End users and install ers must be provide with antenna installation instructions and trans mitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance SAR Value 0 323 W Kg Q1088 Netbook USER S MANUAL CE Notice European Union This symbol Cc indi
14. finger on the pad after the final tap Next move the object to its new location by moving your finger across the TouchPad and then release your finger Q1088 Netbook USER S MANUAL Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Q amp A This chapter contains advice and solutions to a few basic troubles you might encounter when you use Q1088 Netbook Please refer to this chapter and follow the instructions to solve troubles TROUBLESHOOTING Identifying the Problem If you encounter a problem go through the following procedure before pursuing complex troubleshooting 1 Turn off your notebook 2 Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into your notebook and to an active AC power source 3 Make sure that any devices connected to the external connectors are plugged in properly You can also disconnect such devices thus eliminating them as possible causes of failure 4 Turn on your notebook Make sure it has been off at least 10 seconds before you turn it on 5 Go through the boot sequence 6 If the problem has not been resolved contact your support representative Before you place the call you should have the following information ready so that the customer support representative can provide you with the fastest possible solution Product name Product configuration number Product serial number Purchase date Conditions under which the problem occurred Any error messages that have occurred Hardware configurat
15. ion Type of device connected if any See the Configuration Label on the bottom of your notebook for configuration and serial numbers Copyright protected technology 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 Q1088 Netbook USER S MANUAL Chapter 4 Recovery Update RECOVER RECOVERY How to restore your Booktop to factory defaults Time to restore When your computer is infected by virus or there is any other reason that you want to restore your operation system to the factory defaults Execute Xpress Recovery3 Lite XR3 Lite Professional Recovery Utility Please take the following procedures 1 Start up your computer first Restart your computer if it has al ready booted into system 2 Right after you see the startup screen such as trademark logo or text the DOS screen will appear Press F9 F9 is a typical hotkey to restore professional settings Please consult with your computer manufacture if your hotkey doesn t function 3 There are three options on the menu RESTORE to restore data ABOUT to display XR3 soft ware related information and REBOOT to cancel the
16. is installed and the computer is connected to the AC adapter There is no memory effect in Lithium Ion batteries therefore you do not need to discharge the battery completely before recharging The charge times will be significantly longer if your notebook is in use while the battery is charging If you want to charge the battery more quickly put your computer into Suspend mode or turn it off while the adapter is charging the battery Low Battery State When the battery charge is low a notification message appears If you do not respond to the low battery message the battery Q1088 Netbook USER S MANUAL continues to discharge until it is too low to operate When this happens your notebook PC goes into Suspend mode There is no guarantee your data will be saved once the notebook reaches this point caution To protect your computer from damage use only the power adapter that came with it because each power adapter has its own power output rating Once your notebook goes into Suspend mode as a result of a dead battery you will be unable to resume operation until you provide a Source of power either from an adapter or a charged battery Once you have provided power you can press the Suspend Resume button to resume operation In Suspend mode your data is maintained for some time but if a power source is not provided promptly the Power indicator stops flashing and the light goes out in which case you have lost th
17. pend status battery AC adapter status hard drive activity HDD Num Lock Caps Lock and 3G Wireless LAN activity 2 Hard Disk Drive HDD Activity Indicator The Hard Disk Drive HDD Activity indicator tells you whether your internal hard drive is being accessed and if so how fast Batteries subjected to shocks vibrations or extreme temperatures can be permanently damaged 3 The Num Lock Indicator This indicator shows when the internal keyboard is in ten key numeric keypad mode 4 The Caps Lock Indicator This indicator tells you that the keyboard is set to type in all capital letters 5 Power On Suspend Indicator The light on the power button illuminates when the computer is powered on and flashes when the computer is in the Suspend mode 1 Battery Indicator 6 3G Wireless LAN Activity Indicator The Battery indicator tells you whether the Lithium Ion battery is charging or is already fully charged If you are charging your battery the Battery indicator remains on even if your notebook is shut off If there is no battery activity the power adapters are not connected or the power switch is Off the Battery indicator will also be off The 3G Wireless LAN Activity indicator tells you whether your computer is connected to a wireless network or not Green light indicates a 3G connection Orange light indicates a Wireless LAN connection Use the 3G Wi
18. recovery and restart the computer We recommend you to select RESTORE to restore factory defaults GIGABYTE 4 5 Then the prompt Restore Image will appear on the menu We recommend you to select YES to restore an image file Im agefile is a compressed file that compresses all the Windows op eration system data Recovery an image file allows you to restore your operation system to factory defaults GIGABYTE After all the selections have been made the screen shows RE STORENOW indicating your computer is now recovering the operation system data When the recovery is complete the com puter will automatically restart and restore to factory defaults GIGABYTE RESTORE NOV
19. reless LAN switch on the front of the notebook to Switch the indicator light Q1088 Netbook USER S MANUAL Using Function Keys Your computer has 8 function keys F1 through F8 The functions assigned to these keys differ for each application You should refer to your software documentation to find out how these keys are used The FN key provides extended functions for the notebook and is always used in conjunction with another key FN F1 Places the notebook in Suspend mode Pressing the Power button returns it to active mode FN F2 Enables or disables the wireless network connection e FN F3 Allows you to change your selection of where to send your display video Each time you press the combination of keys you will step to the next choice The choices in order are built in display panel only both built in display panel and external monitor or external monitor only FN F4 Decreases the screen Brightness FN F5 Increases the screen Brightness FN F6 Mutes the computer s volume FN F7 Decreases the computer s volume FN F8 Increases the computer s volume Using the TouchPad A TouchPad pointing device comes built into your computer It is used to control the movement of the pointer to select items on your display panel The TouchPad consists of a cursor control a left button and a right button The cursor control works the same way a mouse does and moves the cursor around the display
20. sh compatible devices such as digital cameras MP3 players mobile phones and PDAs Q1088 Netbook USER S MANUAL 5 Kensington Kensington lock slot allows you to BACK OVERVIEW Lock Slot secure your Netbook to an immovable object with an optional security cable The following is an overview of the back of the Netbook 0 8 BOTTOM OVERVIEW The following is an overview of the bottom of the Netbook No em Function _ The 3G module compartment contains 1 Compartment the 3G module Not available in all configurations The battery bay contains the internal Lithium lon battery It can be opened 2 Lithium lon for the removal of the battery when Battery Bay stored over a long period of time or for swapping a discharged battery with a charged Lithium lon battery The label shows the model number and 3 Rating Label other information about your Netbook This is an open port for the fan to dissipate heat from the computer s internal components Do not block or place the computer in such a position that you inadvertently allow the outlet to become blocked 4 Fan Outlet The built in dual speakers allow for 5 Stereo Speakers siereo sound Q1088 Netbook USER S MANUAL Chapter 2 GETTING STARTED 2 1 Power Sources Your computer has two types of power source a Lithium lon battery
21. stallation instructions closely Do not carry a battery in your pocket purse or other container where metal objects such as car keys could short circuit the battery terminals The resulting excessive current flow can generate extremely high temperature and may cause burns to your skin Be sure that nothing rests on your AC adapter s power cable and that the cable is not located where it can be tripped over or stepped on While you are using the computer or charging the battery place the AC adapter in a ventilated area like on a desktop or on the floor Do not cover the AC adapter with papers or other items that may prevent ventilation Also do not use the AC adapter while it is inside a carrying case Do not insert objects into the air vent of your Netbook computer Doing so can cause short circuiting and may result in fire or electrical shock Use only the AC adapter and batteries that are supplied by your Netbook manufacturer Using other types of battery or AC adapter may heighten the risk of fire or explosion Incorrectly placed batteries may result in an explosion Replace only with the same or compatible battery recommended by the manufacturer Please discard used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions Before you connect your Netbook to a power source ensure that the voltage rating of the AC adapter matches that of the available power source 115 V 60 Hz in most of North and South Americ
22. ter to magnetic fields DO NOT expose to direct sunlight 2 7 DO NOT use store extreme temperatures Q1088 Netbook USER S MANUAL Avoid sudden changes in temperature or humidity by keeping it away fromA C and heating vents DO NOT expose the computer to rain or moisture DO NOT place near fire or other sources of heat DO NOT tamper with the batteries Keep them away from children DO NOT expose to dust and or corrosive chemicals DO NOT slam your Netbook shut and never pick up or hold your Netbook by the display DO NOT spray water or any other cleaning fluids directly on the display If you are traveling with your computer remember to carry it as hand luggage Do not check it in as baggage 1 1 Make sure you have everything When you receive your Netbook PC unpack it carefully and check to make sure you have all the items listed below For a pre configured model you should have the following Netbook Computer Lithium lon battery AC adapter with power cord Depending upon the configuration of your Netbook you may also need the following items e DVD CD RW Combo Application CD Dual DVD RW Application CD Super Multi DVD RW Application CD Once you have checked and confirmed that your Netbook system is complete read through the following pages to learn about all of your Netbook components NOTE Depending on the model you purchased the actual
23. y cause circuit damage which may possibly result in fire Recharge the batteries using the Netbook s system Incorrect re charging may make the battery explode Do not try to repair a battery pack Refer any battery pack repair or replacement to your service representative or qualified service personnel Keep children away from and promptly dispose of a damaged battery Always dispose of batteries carefully Batteries may ex plode or leak if exposed to fire or improperly handled or discard ed Keep the battery away from metal appliances Affix tape to the battery contacts before disposing of the battery Do not touch the battery contacts with your hands or metal ob jects Battery Disposal amp Caution The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable bat tery The battery is recyclable At the end of its useful life under various state and local laws It may be illegal to dispose of this bat tery into the municipal waste stream Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufac turer Discard used battery according to the manufacturer s instruc tions BSMI Notice Taiwan Only Most Netbook computers are classified by the Bureau of Standards Meteorology and Inspection BSMI as Class B information technol
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