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1. o o gt o e j E CORREIA Renee G F Comedic network Connecting to WLAN Choose a connection apon A Poprogiireg ar i Giga Hrest connec te a muciezi netaat a Set uga mercer od boc computer to computer nedeork os i i omy W up a dhap conten tian 09 49 23 03 2011 User s Guide Using the Notebook PC 7 To disconnect from the wireless network you can click the taskbar wireless icon and then select Connect or disconnect to access the network menu and click Disconnect or right click the icon and then click Disconnect from the network Currently connected to HCL Internet access Wireless Network Connection a HCL Connected i linksys bsnl Notebook Testing NB FT DesktopWimax CLADMA l Open Network and Sharing Center all Warning __ Security Enabled Networks You should try to make sure that any network you are connecting to is a secure network Connecting to unsecure networks may allow unauthorized access to your computer documents websites and files etc User s Guide Using the Notebook PC Using the USB Port USB Universal Serial Bus is a hardware interface that enables you to connect multiple devices such as printers mouse keyboards storage devices joysticks digital cameras and video conference cameras etc to your notebook computer and up to 127 devices can be attached Besides USB s hot swap capability allows everything to be plugge2. F through documents photos presentations and other files The function performed by a flick gesture is application specific For example in a web browser a left flick can be used to Browse Back 1 Place three fingers on the touchpad surface slightly separated 2 Flick the three fingers across the touchpad in a linear continuous motion 3 Gesture ends when three fingers are lifted from Touchpad Note If any of the above Multi Gesture is not working follow the below procedure to enable amp make it work User s Guide Using the Notebook PC Instructions to Enable Disable Touchpad Multi Gesture Right click on the Touchpad icon on the taskbar tray icons as shown below Butons Pomers Porter Optons Wheel Hare Synapiees Forming Device v13 2 SINUS Devices Enabled Name Tray kon oe joe ote C Remove tray icon from taskbar C Static trey icon in taskbar User s Guide Using the Notebook PC Touchpad properties dialog box opens ensure the all the multtgesture functions are enabled if not Enable the same to make it work For example Three Finger Flick gesture will work only if it is enabled as shown below eeperte ys ee x ERE Properties for Synaptics TouchPad V7 2 on PS 2 Pot Fick gesture to erter cr ext shdeshow mode To enable the feature select the Enable Three Finger Fick check Select Apply and then OK User s Guide Using the Notebook PC C
3. AC adapter and remove the battery pack from the notebook when replacing any internal device E gt User s Guide Introducing the Notebook PC Airplane Precautions Contact your airlines personnel if you want to use the Notebook PC in the airplane Most airlines will have restrictions for using electronic devices Most airlines will allow electronic use only between and not during takeoffs and landings al Caution There are three main types of airport security devices X ray machines used on items placed on conveyor belts magnetic detectors used on people walking through security checks and magnetic wands hand held devices used on people or individual items You can send your Notebook PC and diskettes through airport X ray machines However it is recommended that you do not send your Notebook PC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to magnetic wands Cleaning Your Computer When it is necessary to clean the plastic case and keyboard use a soft lint free cloth slightly dampened with a mild detergent solution or use the contents of any commercially available computer cleaning Kit Never use alcohol petroleum based solvents or harsh detergents to clean the notebook Also never spray any liquids directly on the computer case keyboard or screen If the liquid crystal display LCD screen has become smeared or dusty clean the screen by first applying a mild glass cleaner to a soft clean lint free cloth and g
4. Bluetooth is enabled this indicator will glow steadily Windows software settings are necessary O Drive Activity Indicator Indicates that the Notebook PC is accessing one or more storage device s such as the hard disk amp ODD The light flashes proportional to the access time Number Lock Number lock indicator shows Num lock is ON OFF D Caps Lock Caps Lock indicator shows Caps lock is ON OFF Scroll Lock Scroll lock Indicator shows Scroll lock is ON OFF Camera Indicator Camera Indicator shows Camera is ON OFF User s Guide Using the Notebook PC CT Chapter 4 Using the Notebook PC Operating System This Notebook PC may offer its customers the choice of a pre installed operating system such as Windows 7 The levels of hardware and software support may vary depending on the installed operating system Support Software On selected models only This Notebook PC comes with a driver CD DVD s optional that provides drivers and applications to enable hardware features extend functionality help manage your Notebook PC or add functionality not provided by the native operating system The driver CD DVD s does not include the operating system itself E Note Some of the Notebook PC s components and features may not work until the device drivers and utilities are installed User s Guide Using the Notebook PC Pointing Device The Notebook PC s integrated touchpad pointing device is fully compati
5. Caring for the Touchpad The touchpad is pressure sensitive If not properly cared for it can be easily damaged Take note of the following precaution Make sure the touchpad does not come into contact with dirt liquids or grease Do not touch the touchpad if your fingers are dirty or wet Do not rest heavy objects on the touchpad or the touchpad buttons Do not scratch the touchpad with your finger nails or any hard object Note The touchpad responds to movement not to force There is no need to tap the surface too hard Tapping too hard does not increase the responsiveness of the touchpad The touchpad responds best to light pressure User s Guide Using the Notebook PC C Storage Devices Storage devices allow the Notebook PC to read or write documents pictures and other files to various data storage devices This Notebook PC has the following storage devices Optical drive Flash memory reader Optical Drive Inserting an optical disc 1 While the Notebook PC s power is ON press the 2 Gently pull on the drive s front panel and slide drive s eject button and the tray will eject out the tray completely out Be careful not to touch partially the Optical drive lens and other mechanisms Make sure there are no obstructions that may get jammed under the drive s tray User s Guide Using the Notebook PC Optical Drive Cont 1 Hole the disc by the edge and face the disc s 2 Slowl
6. Introducing the Notebook PC Congratulation on the purchase of new HCL Notebook Computer Transportation Precautions oo aie To prepare the Notebook PC for transport you should turn it OFF and disconnect all a external peripherals to prevent damage to the connectors The hard disk drive s head l retracts when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of the hard disk surface during transport Therefore you should not transport the Notebook PC while the power is still ON Close the display panel to protect the keyboard and display panel J 1 j 4 2 Operating Environment Since users are likely to maintain the same posture for a long period of time when using the computer they will be exhausted more easily if compared with other users engaged in other general operations This section will illustrate the suggested posture and the operating environment for the use of the computer Health Management Take a 2 to 3 minute break every 30 minutes after you have operated the machine for a long time Sedentariness will also cause stress Do some gentle gymnastics during your break for recreation When you have symptoms such as eyestrain sleepiness dizziness stiff in the shoulders or numbness of the wrists or hands have a rest right away In case these symptoms remain the next day please contact your doctor as soon as possible EeEEoeeDeaeae eee User s Guide Introducing the No
7. Steady State When Camera is ON User s Guide Knowing the Parts Right Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC 1 Optical Drive The Notebook PC comes in various models with different optical drives The Notebook PC s optical drive may support compact discs CD and or digital video discs DVD and may have recordable R or re writable RW capabilities See the marketing specifications for details on each model 2 USB Ports 2 0 e AEN The USB Universal Serial Bus ports are compatible with USB 2 0 devices such as keyboards a e D pointing devices cameras hard disk drives printers and scanners connected in a series up to CS Rice 480Mbits sec USB 2 0 USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer with some peripherals acting as additional plug in sites or hubs USB supports hot swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer 3 Headphone Output Jack The stereo headphone jack 1 8 inch is used to connect the Notebook PC s audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones Using this jack automatically disables the built in speakers 4 Microphone Input Jack The mono microphone jack 1 8 inch can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices Using this jack automatically disables the built in microphone Use this feature for video conferencing voice
8. 42A The Notebook PC power is comprised of two parts the power adapter and the battery power system The power adapter converts AC power from a wall outlet nada gy to the DC power required by the Notebook PC Your Notebook PC comes with a o CQ T universal AC DC adapter That means that you may connect the power cord to om 7 uO aa aa any 100V 120V as well as 220V 240V outlets without setting switches or using Awe P E D power converters Different countries may require to connect the provided Indian C wail ra standard AC power cord to a different standard Most hotels will provide universal M outlets to support different power cords as well as voltages It is always best to ask an experienced traveler about AC outlet voltages when bringing power adapters to another country With the AC power cord connected to the AC DC adapter connect the AC power cord to an AC outlet preferably with surge protection and then connect the DC plug to the Notebook PC Connecting the AC DC adapter to the AC outlet first allows you to test the AC outlet s power and the AC DC converter itself for compatibility problems before connecting the DC power to the Notebook PC The power LED on the adapter lights up if the power is within accepted ranges Y G User s Guide Getting Started a Y Important _ _ Damage may occur if you use a different adapter to power the Notebook PC or use the Notebook PC s adapter to power other electrical devices If ther
9. Entertainment Suspend to RAM STR does not last long when the battery power is depleted Suspend to Disk STD is not the requires a small amount of power and will fail if no power is available due to complete battery depletion or no power su ne ee battery icon with power adapter and battery pack Remaining Battery power may be shown in terms of percentage or hours and these units may vary depending upon the operating system versions or hardware configuration n 3 5 User s Getting Started aT Charging the Battery Pack Before you use your Notebook PC you will have to charge the battery pack The battery pack begins to charge as soon as the Notebook PC is connected to external power using the power adapter Fully charge the battery pack before using it for the first time A new battery pack must completely charge before the Notebook PC is disconnected from external power It takes a few hours to fully charge the battery when the Notebook PC is turned OFF and may take twice the time when the Notebook PC is turned on The battery charge light turns OFF when the battery pack is charged Note The battery stops charging if the temperature is too high or the battery voltage is too high Power Options The power switch turns ON and OFF the Notebook PC or putting the Notebook PC into sleep mode Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel Power Options For other options such as Switch User Restart S
10. Notebook PC User s Guide TRADEMARKS All brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies NOTE Specifications and Information found in this guide are subject to change without notice Any changes therefore will be incorporated in future editions The Manufacturer assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in this document Actual product may vary from photos shown in this guide Notational Conventions Throughout this manual the following conventions are used to distinguish elements of text Note Identifies additional information that requires special attention Warning Identifies additional information that requires special attention Tip Identifies additional information that requires special attention Caution Identifies important information that if not followed may result in loss of data or damage to the computer Keyboard keys are shown in a bold typeset For example Press Enter to complete When keys are joined by a plus sign press the first key and while keeping the first key down press the remaining keys finally release all the keys When necessary keys are also shown in graphics Any title command setup item or button that you can see on the screen is shown in boldface Overview Chapter 1 Introducing the Notebook PC ccc ccc ccee cece eee ne eee ee eeeeeeeeeeeaeeenees 1 1 Chapter 2 KNOWING NC PaMtScicuesdc stents eu
11. Power options Choose the required power configuration like Sleep Hibernate Shutdown etc User s Getting Started Special Keyboard Functions Functional keys The following define the functional keys on the Notebook PC s keyboard The colored commands can only be accessed by first pressing and holding the function key while pressing a key with a colored command Note The Hot Key locations on the function keys may vary depending on model but the functions should remain the same Follow the icons instead of the function keys Fn Play Pause in Windows Media PPYer Fn F1 To Enable Disable the Touchpad Fn F2 To Turn LCD Backlight Off Press any key or use Touchpad to turn it on back Fn F3 To Mute Unmute the Audio Fn F4 System Sleep button Fn F5 To Decrease the Speaker Volume Fn F6 To Increase the Speaker Volume Fn F To Toggle the display between LCD and external Monitor Fn F8 To Decrease LCD Display Brightness Fn F9 To Increase LCD Display Brightness Fn F10 To Enable Disable Webcam Fn F11 To ON OFF the WLAN Bluetooth Fn Ins Scroll lock ON OFF Fn Del Num Lock ON OFF Fn t Pageup Fn l Page down User s Getting Started User s guide Getting Started Status Indicators z Wireless Bluetooth This is only applicable on models with built in wireless LAN Bluetooth amp 3G Optional When any one of the built in cards wireless LAN o kp
12. as a digital television DTV Supports standard enhanced or high definition video plus multi channel digital audio on a single cable It transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8 channel digital audio Note The HDMI port does not provide simultaneous audio and video output when transmitting to an external device In such instances only the video signal will be transmitted n 2 5 om User s Guide Knowing the Parts A 5 LAN Port The RJ 45 LAN port with eight pins is larger than the RJ 11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network The built in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters 6 Display Monitor Output The 15 pin D sub monitor port supports a standard VGA compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow viewing on a larger external display 7 Power DC Input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the Notebook PC and charges the internal battery pack To prevent damage to the Notebook PC and battery pack always use the supplied power adapter Caution The adaptor may become warm to hot when in use Be sure not to cover the adaptor and keep it away from your body User s Guide Knowing the Parts Bottom Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC 1 Kensington Lock Port Kensington lock port all
13. battery in fire DO NOT short circuit the contacts and DO not disassemble the battery If there is any abnormal operation or damage to the battery pack caused by impact turn OFF the Notebook PC and contact HCL authorized service center Note To achieve optimal battery performance you may need to do a battery calibration at a 3 month interval To do this Fully charge the battery Fully discharge the battery in idle mode till it shutdown Fully charge the battery again User s Guide Getting Started Lo Checking Battery Power The battery system implements the Smart Battery standard under the Windows environment which allows the battery to accurately report the amount of charge left in the battery A fullycharged battery pack provides the Notebook PC a few hours of working power But the actual figure varies depending on how you use the power saving features your general work habits the CPU and system memory size To check the remaining battery power move your cursor over the power icon The power icon is a ord battery when not using AC power and a plug when using AC power Click on the icon for more __ ew System ons information and settings Right click the battery icon d r Current power plar PowertGear Entertanment Note Cursor over the Sueded without If you ignore the low battery warning eventually the Notebook PC enters suspend mode Windows default settings power adapter Warning Current power plan Powers Gear
14. ble with all two button and scrolling knob PS 2 mouse The touchpad is pressure sensitive and contains no moving parts Cursor therefore mechanical failures can be avoided A device driver is still required for working with aca some applications software iii ay Pm p ortan t lx Do not use any object in place of your finger to operate the touchpad or else damage may occur to the touchpad s surface Here how to use the touchpad pointing device 1 The flat surface acts like a miniature duplicate of your display screen To move the mouse cursor place the finger lightly on the sensor pad and move in the desired direction If you reach the end of the pad lift your finger and place it back down on the other side of the pad 2 To select an item click on the item by pressing the left button or by simply tapping on the surface once A light quick tap always works best To execute an item click the left button twice or do a quick double tap on the surface 3 To simulate holding the mouse button down dragging an icon or selection use the tap and drag gesture This feels much like a double click except that the finger remains on the pad after the second tap Tap lift tap hold and move The simulated button remains held as long as the finger remains on the pad amp Important Avoid spilling any liquid on the touchpad surface and always keep the touchpad surface and pointing finger dry from sweat built up Also do not expose touchpad to an
15. book where the socket outlet is nearby and easily accessible Please keep the notebook computer away from humidity Lay the notebook computer on a reliable surface when installing A drop or fall may cause injury The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence the notebook computer can be protected from overheating DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS Be careful of using power supply The notebook computer has specific power requirements Use only a power adapter approved for use with this notebook computer While unplugging the power cord disconnect it by the plug head not by its wire Make sure the socket and any extension cords you may use can support the total current load of all the connected devices Place the power cord in such a way that people cannot step on it Do not place anything over the power cord All cautions and warnings on the notebook computer should be noted If the notebook computer is not in use for a long time disconnect it from mains to avoid possible damage by transient over voltage Never pour any liquid into openings as this may cause fire or electrical shock Never open the body of notebook computer For safety reason the notebook computer should only be opened by qualified service personnel Do not leave this notebook computer in an environment unconditioned Storage temperature above 60 C 140 F may damage the notebook computer To avoid any damage to the internal device you should first disconnect the
16. changes may affect one or more system components or software programs If possible go back and undo the change you just made and see if the problem still Occurs Don t over complicate things The less you have to deal with then the easier the source of the problem may be found Example if your computer has many devices plugged into its ports and a number of programs running then it will be difficult to determine the cause of a problem Try disconnecting all of the devices and restarting the computer with all the peripheral devices unplugged A process of elimination adding and removing devices and restarting where necessary will often find the source of a problem although this may be time consuming User s Guide Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution The battery LED power Low Battery Plug in the DC power source If the computer doesn t start up indicator Hil is blinking Red immediately turn it off then on again The system is using too much power If your OS has a Power Options scheme check its settings You may also be using an Card USB device external device that is drawing a lot of power You are losing battery power too quickly The battery has not been fully discharged before being recharged Make sure the Actual battery operating battery is fully discharged and recharge it completely before reusing Refer battery time is shorter than tips which care with the machine expected Power Options have been disab
17. corisa a hereto ree A E 2 1 Chapter 3 Cening otare o Deere ane on eet Renee Ce er Sane ne een g eer ne tomer ene aCe 3 1 Chapter 4 Using the INOLEDOOK PO arian cateseiw eee seek ada N toes 4 1 Chapter 5 TYOUDIESNOOUNG sinice iaa EEEIEE 5 1 TAKING CARE OF YOUR NOTEBOOK PC To prevent possible overheating of the DO NOT press or touch the display DO NOT place on uneven or unstable DO NOT use your notebook computer computer s processor make sure you panel work surfaces under harsh conditions don t block the openings provided for ventilation a gt DO NOT place or drop objects on the computer and DO NOT apply heavy DA AO SHB Iceni Computer io DO NOT expose to direct sunlight DO NOT use or store in extreme pressure on it magnetic fields temperatures oe Avoid sudden changes in temperature or humidity by keeping it away from AIC and heating vents DO NOT expose the computer to rain or moisture DO NOT expose to dust and or corrosive chemicals DO NOT slam your notebook shut and never pick up or hold your notebook by the display DO NOT place near fire or other sources of heat DO NOT tamper with the batteries Keep them away from children 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 User s Guide Introducing the Notebook PC Chapter 1
18. d in and unplugged without turning the system off USB 2 0 offers data transfer rate up to 480Mbps megabits per second compared to USB 1 1 devices which transfer at speeds of 12Mbps So you could know that USB 2 0 can transfer data between the computer and its peripherals 40 times faster than USB 1 1 However USB 2 0 is fully backward compatible you will be able to use a USB 1 1 device in a USB 2 0 compliant system User s Guide Using the Notebook PC Removing USB Device 1 Double click the removable device icon on the right bottom side of the taskbar safely Remove Hardware 2 Select the socket from the list that you want to remove and click stop button The system then disables the function of USB device 3 Then you can remove the inserted USB device Using the External Monitor Port Your computer has a 15 pin Monitor port for supporting any external CRT or LCD color monitor You need a display signal cable usually provided with the monitor One end of the cable must have a 15 pin connector for the system To connect an external monitor 1 Turn off your computer and make sure the monitor power switch is turned off The notebook computer must be powered off or suspended while the monitor is being connected Although you can connect the external Monitor without power off the computer and the external monitor however it is harmful to both devices and it shortens the life of these devices 2 Connect the connector cab
19. e CD disc is not properly locked onto the center hub to CD can be damaged when the tray is closed Always watch the CD closely while closing the tray slowly to prevent damage A CD drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a CD disc in the drive After the CD is properly inserted data can be accessed just like with hard disk drives except that nothing can be written to or changed on the CD Using the proper software a CD RW drive or DVD CD RW drive can allow CD RW discs to be used like a hard drive with writing deleting and editing capabilities Vibration is normal for all high speed optical drives due to unbalanced CD s or CD print To decrease vibration use the Notebook PC on an even surface and do not place labels on the CD Flash Memory Card Reader This Notebook PC has a single built in memory card reader that can read the following flash memory cards Secure Digital SD Multi Media Card MMC Memory Stick MS Memory Stick Pro The built in memory card reader is not only convenient but faster than most other forms of memory card readers because it utilizes the high bandwidth PCI bus SD MMC te MS MS Pro User s Guide Using the Notebook PC Important Never remove cards while or immediately after reading copying formatting or deleting data on the card or else data loss may occur Warning To prevent data loss use Windows Safely Remove Hardware on the taskbar before re
20. e is smoke burning scent or extreme heat coming from the AC DC adapter seek servicing You may damage both your battery pack and the Notebook PC with a faulty AC DC adapter 9 Note This Notebook PC may come with a three prong plug You must use a grounded AC outlet to ensure safe operation of the Notebook PC afik all Warning pma pAjpm The power adapter may become warm to hot when in use be sure not to cover the adapter and keep it away from your body Using Battery Power The Notebook PC is designed to work with a removable battery pack The battery pack consists of a set of battery cells housed together A fully charged pack will provide few hours of battery life User s Guide Getting Started E Installing and Removing the battery Pack Your Notebook PC may or may not have its battery pack installed If your Notebook PC does not have its battery pack installed use the following procedures to install the battery pack Important Never attempt to remove the battery pack while the Notebook PC is turned ON as this may result in the loss of working data To install the battery Pack To remove the battery pack Important Only use battery packs and power adapters supplied with the Notebook PC or specifically approved by the manufacturer for use with this model or else damage may occur to the Notebook PC 3 3 User s Guide Getting Started Warning For safety reasons DO NOT throw the
21. ently wipe the glass Never apply liquids directly on the screen surface Moreover do not use paper towels to clean the display screen Paper can scratch the display screen matte User s Guide Introducing the Notebook PC Preparing your Notebook PC These are only quick instructions for using your Notebook PC Read the later pages for detailed information on using your notebook PC Wall Socket G a 1 Install the battery pack 2 Connect the AC Power Adapter Power Button 3 Open the Display Panel 4 Turn ON the Notebook PC Y Important mmm When opening do not force the display panel down to the table or else the hinges may break Never lift the notebook PC by the display panel User s Guide Knowing the Parts Chapter 2 Knowing the Parts Basic details of the Notebook PC Top side The notebook computer is compact with features on every side First look at the inside of the system The following sections describe inside features User s Guide Knowing the Parts C 1 Camera on selected models The built in camera allows picture taking or video recording Can be used with video conferencing and other interactive applications 2 Display Panel The Notebook PC uses an ultra clear fat panel which provides excellent viewing like that of desktop monitors without any harmful radiation or flickering so it is easier on the eyes Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids use plain water if necessary
22. example without the audio driver properly installed the speakers and microphone will not work If external devices such as USB camera scanner printer do not function correctly when connected to the system it is usually the device s own problem Consult the device s manufacturer first 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 _ eoaeeafr_aaeeeeeeeee_eees ee User s Guide Troubleshooting eT Backup and General Maintenance Always backup your important data and keep copies of your OS and programs safe but close to hand Don t forget to note the serial numbers if you are storing them out of their original cases e g in a CD wallet Run maintenance programs on your hard disk and OS as often as you can You may schedule these programs to run at times when you are not using your computer You can use those that are provided free with your OS or buy the more powerful dedicated programs to do so Write down your passwords and keep them safe away from your computer This is especially important if you choose to use a Supervisor password for the BIOS password Keep copies of vital settings files such as network mail settings etc even if just brief notes Viruses Install an Anti Virus program and keep the definitions file the file which tells your program which viruses to look for up to date Ne
23. ey combination to toggle power to the Wireless LAN module Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated Warning Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable electronic transmission devices aboard aircraft is usually prohibited Make sure the module s are OFF if you are using the computer aboard aircraft Use the Fn F2 key combination to toggle power to the WLAN module and check the indicator to see if the module is powered on or not or use aeroplane hot key to switch off Wireless and Bluetooth simultaneously Connecting to a Wireless Network Make sure the Wireless LAN module is turned on 1 With the use of function key Fn F11 Turn ON the WLAN then click the taskbar WLAN icon E and then click Connect to a network or right click the icon EI and then click Connect to a network In the Show list click to choose Wireless from the drop down menu A list of currently available networks will appear Notebosk Testing Desktop Wimax bsni NB FT User s Guide Using the Notebook PC EE x Note Network and Sharing Center You can also use the Network and Sharing Center control panel in Windows Network and Internet to connect to any available wireless networks 4 Click a network and then click Connect If you do not see a network you want to connect to click Set up a connection or network a list of options will appear allowing manual searching and creating a new network
24. file from tray icon before selecting this you shouldn t send file from other machine PC Camera Module on selected models The 2 Megapixel Megapixel will vary according to your configuration camera module is UVC USB Video Class In Windows 7 OS use the freeware utility provided along with the driver CD DVD User s Guide Troubleshooting Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Overview When you have any problems with your computer before consulting your service representative you may want to try to solve the problem yourself This chapter lists some common problems and their possible solutions This can t anticipate every problem but you should check here before you panic If you don t find the answer in these pages make sure you have followed the instructions carefully and observed the safety precautions in the preface If all else fails talk to your service representative You should also make a record of what happened and what remedies you tried Of course if something goes wrong it will happen at the most inconvenient time possible so you should preview this section just in case If after you ve tried everything and the system still won t cooperate try turning it off for a few minutes and then reboot You will lose any unsaved data but it may start working again Else approach for your service representative Basic Hints and Tips Many of the following may seem obvious but they are often the solution to a problem when your compute
25. hat the optional Bluetooth module is on And then install Bluetooth driver from the driver CD AN Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable electronic transmission devices aboard aircraft is usually prohibited Make sure the module s are OFF if you are using the computer aboard aircraft Use the Fn F11 key combination to switch ON amp OFF the Bluetooth module Bluetooth Wireless Connection Notebook PCs with Bluetooth technology eliminates the need for cables for connecting Bluetooth enabled devices Examples of Bluetooth enabled devices may be Notebook PCs Desktop PCs mobile phones and PDAs 9 Note If your Notebook PC did not come with built in Bluetooth you need to connect a USB or Express Card Bluetooth module in order to use Bluetooth To send a Data File 1 Power on the Bluetooth by pressing Fn F11 then Bluetooth will be enabled 2 Right click on file to be send select Bluetooth send file option select the target device and click OK 3 During file sending the machine will ask for passkey amp use passkey to connect the other machine if required User s Guide Using the Notebook PC a To Receive a Data File 4 Power on the Bluetooth by pressing Fn F11 function key or Hot Key 2 Check Bluetooth device is in visible mode 3 Check for notification in taskbar 4 Accept by giving correct passkey and receive the file 4 Note While receiving file select receive a
26. lay A dusty display makes the screen hard to see clearly Wipe gently with a soft dry cloth to clean the display regularly Cover Your Notebook PC You can purchase an optional carrying case to protect it from dirt water shock and scratches E Nole a The Notebook surface is easily dulled if not properly cared for Be careful not to rub or scrap the Notebook PC surfaces when transporting your Notebook PC Cover Your Batteries If you intend to use battery power be sure to fully charge your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on long trips Remember that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it is plugged into the computer and an AC power source Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the Notebook PC is in use 3 User s Guide Introducing the Notebook PC CO Important Safety Instructions Portable computers take the most beating from end users This section gives you detailed information about how to maintain a safe working environment while using the notebook computer You can maintain its condition and performance by following these guidelines Please read it carefully to ensure maximum safety Before cleaning the notebook computer make sure it is disconnected from any external power supplies i e AC adapter car adapter and so on When cleaning do not use liquid or sprayed detergent for cleaning Instead use moisture sheet or a cloth for cleaning Use your Note
27. le of the monitor to the VGA port of your computer Secure the cable connection with the screws provided 3 Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet Turn on the power of the monitor 5 Turn on your computer Both the LCD panel and the monitor screen will show the display Your computer is set at default to run at simultaneous display mode a User s Guide Using the Notebook PC 1 If you only want to show the display on the external monitor or projector and shut off the LCD display you can use the lt Fn gt lt F gt hot key to switch display type between LCD and external monitor Keep pressing the hot key until you get the display to external monitor only Using the External Audio System a At the right side of your computer you will find the LH n connect Microphone jacks earphone or powered speaker To connect to a audio jack 1 Locate the audio port Microphone Headphone that you want to use to the target device Plug the jack into the port on the right side of the system Note If you use external speakers and experience the sound distortion or feedback please lower the volume Some factors is caused by too close P locating the microphone and speakers from each other moving away the external audio option from the unit may also help User s Guide Using the Notebook PC Bluetooth Module on selected models Before installing the Bluetooth driver make sure t
28. led Go to the Control Panel in Windows and re enable the options Make sure the computer is properly ventilated and the Vent Fan intakes are not blocked If this doesn t cool it down put the system into Hibernate mode or turn it off for an hour Make sure the computer isn t sitting on a thermal surface Make sure you re using the correct adapter Make sure that your notebook is completely powered off before putting it into a travel bag or any such container Putting a notebook which is powered on in a travel bag may cause the Vent Fan intakes to be blocked The computer feels too hot User s Guide Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution You forget the boot If you forget the password you may have to discharge the battery of the CMOS password Contact your service representative for help ft A ALFAA P If you choose to set a boot password If supported NEVER forget your password The consequences of this could be serious The sound cannot be heard The volume might be set too low Check the volume control in the Volume Control or the volume is very low Panel in the Windows taskbar or use the key combination Fn F6_ key Power Options features are not enabled Go to the Windows Power Options menu and enable the features you prefer Make sure you have enabled Hibernate mode from the control panel The system never goes into a power saving mode The modules are off Check the LED indicator and or function ke
29. leep Hibernate or Shut Down click the arrowhead icon Restarting or Rebooting After making changes to your operating system you may be prompted to restart the Br zda Mellie system Some installation processes will provide a dialog box to allow restart To restart i the system manually click Windows Start button and select Restart by clicking the Help and Suppo Log off Switch USET arrow as shown in figure eck Powering Off Restart Sleep In Windows 7 power OFF the Notebook PC by clicking Windows Start button and click eae the arrowhead icon and select Shut down as shown in figure User s Getting Started Important To protect the hard drive wait at least 5 seconds after turning OFF your Notebook PC before turning it back ON Emergency Shutdown In case your operating system cannot properly turn OFF or restart there is a additional way to shut down your Notebook PC Hold the power button over 4 seconds Important Do not use emergency shutdown while data is being written doing so can result in loss or destruction of your data Power Management Options in Windows aha Windows Power Management provides basic power saving features In the Windows Power Options Properties enter time out values for display and hard disk drive Windows power manager saves power by turning off hard 1 minute of inactivity and so on Also the power management settings can be found in Windows gt Control Panel gt
30. moving the flash memory card Cofttiection Safely Remove Hardware dee s SISPM Network Connection Connect a network cable with RJ 45 connectors on each end to the network port on the Notebook PC and the other end to a hub or switch For 100 BASE TX speed your network cable must be category 5 or better not category 3 with twisted pair wiring If you plan on running the interface at 100Mbps it must be connected to a 100 BASE TX 1000 BASE T hub not a BASET4 hub For 10Base T use category 3 4 or 5 twisted pair wiring 10 100 1000 Mbps Full Duplex is supported on this Notebook PC but requires connection to a network switching hub with duplex enabled The software default is to use the fastest setting so no user intervention is required Twisted Pair Cable The cable used to connect the Ethernet card to a host generally a Hub or Switch is called a straight through Twisted Pair Ethernet TPE The end connectors are called RJ 45 connectors which are not compatible with RJ 11 telephone connectors If connecting two computers together without a hub in between a crossover LAN cable is required Fast Ethernet model Gigabit models support auto crossover so a crossover LAN cable is LALI a OL optional p M N lt T R ie A WN Ify if NN User s Guide Using the Notebook PC DC Example of the Notebook PC connected to a Network Hub or Switch for use with the built in Ethernet controller Ne
31. narrations or simple audio recordings User s Guide Knowing the Parts a Left Side Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the Notebook PC 2 1 Memory Card Reader 9 in 1 3 This Notebook PC has a built in high speed memory card reader that can 4 conveniently read from and write to many flash memory cards 9 in 1 5 MS MS Pro MS Pro HG Duo SD SDXC MMC xD Picture Card used in devices such as digital cameras MP3 players mobile phones and PDAs 7 2 USB Ports 3 0 The USB Universal Serial Bus ports are compatible with USB 3 0 devices such as keyboards pointing devices cameras hard disk drives printers and scanners connected in a series up to 4 8Gbits sec USB 3 0 USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer with some peripherals acting as additional plug in sites or hubs USB supports hot swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer 3 Air Vents The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the Notebook PC Important Make sure that Paper books clothing cables or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur 4 HDMI Port HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface is an uncompressed all digital audio video interface between any audio video source such as a set top box DVD player and A V receiver and an audio and or video monitor such
32. ows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington compatible Notebook PC security products These security products usually include a metal cable and lock that prevent the Notebook PC to be removed from a fixed object Some may also include a motion detector to sound an alarm when moved 2 Battery Pack The battery pack is automatically charged when the Notebook PC is connected to an AC power source and maintains power to the Notebook PC when AC power is not connected This allows user when moving temporarily between locations Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Notebook PC The battery pack cannot be disassembled and must be purchased as a single unit 3 CPU Area The CPU area contains pre installed RAM Heat sink Fan RAM Random Access Memory is where operating system application programs and data in current use are kept so that they can be quickly reached Visit an authorized service center or retailer for more information on memory for your Notebook PC 4 Hard Disk Drive Area The hard disk drive is secured in an area Hard Disk Drive HDD is a non volatile data storage device It stores data on a magnetic surface layered onto hard disk platters Visit an authorized service center or retailer for more information on hard disk drive for your Notebook PC User s Guide Getting Started Chapter 3 Getting Started Power System Using AC Power Input 100V 240V 1 5A 50Hz 60Hz Output 19V 3
33. r appears not to be working Power Is the computer actually plugged into a working electrical outlet If plugged into a power strip make sure it is actually working Check the LED Power amp Communication Indicators to see the computer s power status Connections Check all the cables to make sure that there are no loose connections batteries adapter anywhere S Damm User s Guide Troubleshooting eT Power Savings Make sure that the system is not in Hibernate or Sleep mode use power button to wake up the system Brightness Check the brightness of the screen by pressing the Fn F5 and Fn F6 keys to adjust the brightness Display Choice Press Fn F8 to make sure the system is not set to external only display Boot Drive Make sure there are no disc and or USB storage devices in any connected drive this is a common cause of the message Invalid system disk Replace the disk and then press any key Remove disks or other media Press any key to restart Check to see if the problem persists when all the external devices are removed Check to see if your keyboard is operational by pressing and holding any key Be sure you have not performed an incorrect setting on the hardware devices in the BIOS Setup utility A faulty setting may 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
34. tebook PC Posture When You Are Using the Computer Please use the computer with your body relaxed and with a good sitting posture For this please pay attention to the following tips Adjust the height of the desk and the chair to look down from a position a little bit higher than the screen Adjust the chair until you can lean your back closely on the chair and sit down with your back stretched Relax with no strength put onto your shoulders and bend your knees comfortably Put your wrist comfortably to keep it parallel to the desk Your eyes will feel tired easily if you cannot see the screen clearly Pay attention to the following tips and adjust the screen constantly to ensure its clear visibility Look down from a position a little bit higher than the screen Release your strength put on the shoulders Ald Stretch your back O Bend your elbow comfortably to keep your wrist parallel to the desk Use appropriate lighting Use the same appropriate lighting that is intended for office use when you use the computer S_eaeauueewam anes ee User s Guide Introducing the Notebook PC ed Adjust the angle of the display to the position with which you can see the display clearly You won t see the screen clearly if the display reflects light In addition the visibility of the display varies with the angle due to its feature Adjust the angle of the display to ensure its clear visibility Clean the disp
35. to clean the display panel Warning The display panel is fragile Do not to bend or press the panel 3 Power Switch The power switch turns the Notebook PC ON and OFF or puts the Notebook PC into sleep or hibernation modes Actual behavior of the power switch can be customized in Windows Control Panel Power Options 4 Keyboard The keyboard provides keys with comfortable travel depth at which the keys can be depressed and palm rest for both hands A Windows function key is provided to help ease navigation in the Windows operating system 5 Microphone Built in The built in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing voice narrations or simple audio recordings E 2 2 User s Guide Knowing the Parts 6 Touchpad and Buttons The touchpad with its buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse A software controlled scrolling function is available after setting up the included touchpad utility to allow easy Windows or web navigation 7 Status Indicators Status indicators represent various hardware software conditions See indicator details in Section 3 The battery charge indicator shows the status of the battery s power as follows White Steady state The Notebook PC s battery is fully charged Amber Steady state The Notebook PC s battery is charging when AC power is connected Amber Blinking Battery power is less than 20 and the AC power is not connected Red
36. twork Hub or Switch SE Network cable with RJ 45 connectors 13 User s Guide Using the Notebook PC Ca Wireless LAN Connection on selected models The optional built in wireless LAN is a compact easy to use wireless Ethernet adapter Implementing the IEEE 802 11 standard for wireless LAN WLAN the optional built in wireless LAN is capable of fast data transmission rates using Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS and Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing OFDM technologies on 2 4 Ghz or 5 Ghz frequencies depending of the card specifications The optional built in wireless LAN is backward compatible with the earlier IEEE 802 11 standards allowing seamless interfacing of wireless LAN standards The optional built in wireless LAN is a client adapter that supports Infrastructure and Ad hoc modes giving you flexibility on your existing or future wireless network configurations for distances up to 40 meters between the client and the access point But this depends upon the environmental conditions like presence of high magnetic and electrical field etc To provide efficient security to your wireless communication the optional built in wireless LAN comes with a 64 bit 128 bit Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP encryption and Wi Fi Protected Access WPA features User s Guide Using the Notebook PC If you have included an PCle Wireless LAN card make sure that the Wireless LAN module is on before installing the driver Use the Fn F11 k
37. w computer viruses are discovered daily and some of them may seriously harm your computer and cause you to lose data Anti Virus programs are commercially available and the definitions file updates are usually downloadable directly from the internet Be aware when e mail downloading file from internet ensure those are virus free User s Guide Troubleshooting Upgrading and Adding New Hardware Software Do not be tempted to make changes to your Windows Registry unless you are very sure of what you are doing otherwise you will risk severely damaging your system Don t open your computer or undertake any repair or upgrade work if you are not comfortable with what you are doing This will void your warranty Read the documentation We can assume since you are reading this that you are looking at the computer s manual but what about any new peripheral devices you have just purchased Many problems are caused by the installation of new hardware and or software Always refer to the documentation of any new hardware and or software and pay particular attention to files entitled READ ME or READ ME FIRST When installing a new device always make sure the device is powered on and in many cases you will need to restart the computer Always check that all the cables are correctly connected Make sure you have installed the drivers for any new hardware you have installed Thoroughly check any recent changes you made to your system as these
38. y indicator to see if the WLAN switch is on or off If the LED indicator is off then press the Fn F11 WLAN key combination s in order to enable the modules The Wireless LAN modules cannot be detected
39. y magnetic source object User s Guide Using the Notebook PC Touchpad This Notebook has come with multi gesture features to check this follow this below procedure i Scroll Gesture Follow these steps to perform a scroll gesture in Windows Vista amp Windows 7 D 1 Place two fingers slightly separated on the Touchpad 2 Slide both fingers in unison up or down for vertical navigation and left or right for horizontal navigation 3 Gesture ends when both fingers are lifted from Touchpad ii Pinch Gesture for Zooming Or Follow these steps to perform a Pinch Gesture for Zooming in both Windows Vista amp Windows 7 1 Place two fingers down on the Touchpad 2 Slide the fingers closer together to zoom out or further apart to zoom in 3 Lift the fingers up off the Touchpad surface User s Guide Using the Notebook PC iii Rotate Gesture Follow these steps to perform a rotate gesture in both Windows Vista amp Windows 7 5 A Place two separated fingers on the Touchpad 2 Retain one finger in fixed position and move other finger in an arching motion while maintaining uniform finger separation Left arching motion indicates left rotation Right arching motion indicates right rotation Gesture ends when both fingers are lifted from Touchpad iv Flick Gesture for Browsing to the Previous Next Page This flick gesture provides enhanced navigation and application control for rapidly paging lt
40. y push the drive s tray back in The drive printed side up Push down on both sides of the will begin reading the table of contents TOC on disc s center until the disc snaps onto the hub the disc When the drive stops the disc is ready The hub should be higher than the disc when abe used correctly mounted _ Note It is normal to hear as well as feel the Media spinning with great intensity in the Optical drive while data is read User s Guide Using the Notebook PC Optical Drive Cont Removing an optical disc Eject the tray and gently force the edge of the disc upwards at an angle to remove the disc from the hub Using the Optical Drive Emergency eject The emergency eject is located in a hole on the optical drive and is used to eject the optical drive tray in case the electronic eject does not work Do not use the emergency eject in place of the electronic eject Note Make sure not to stab the activity indicator located in the same area Optical discs and equipment must be handled with care because of the precise mechanics involved Keep in mind the important safety instructions from your CD suppliers Unlike desktop optical drives the Notebook PC uses a hub to hold the CD in place regardless of the angle When inserting a CD it is important that the CD be pressed onto the center hub or else the optical drive tray will scratch the CD User s Guide Using the Notebook PC Atk lh Warning If th
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