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1. CQ rue 2 6 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 2 2 Windows Desktop 1 Depending on your notebook setup and software your desktop may have different or additional shortcuts See 2 4 Personalizing Your Desktop for more information Recycle Bin Start button Taskbar Notification Area 2 7 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 2 3 Desktop Cleanup Wizard The Desktop Cleanup Wizard moves icons for programs not frequently used to a folder 7 days after you first start your notebook and every 60 days after that The Start menu s appearance changes as program icons are moved To turn off the Desktop Cleanup Wizard Right click an empty spot on your desktop gt Properties gt Desktop gt Customize Desktop gt click Run Desktop Cleanup Wizard every 60 days to remove the check mark gt OK The Desktop Cleanup Wizard can be run any time by clicking Clean Desktop Now under Desktop cleanup 2 2 4 Start Button The Start button allows easy access to your notebook s programs af A acy13Test c Internet G E mail My Documents 2 My Recent DOCU gt E My Pictures Acrobat Reader 4 0 e My Music Computer idi HyperSnap DX y My My Network Places f Notepad G Control Panel y Hr ID Printers and Faxes AY Regster HyperSnap DX Y Help and Support WordPad Search 77 Run solution Center All Programs gt The Start menu is designed to show the programs you use most frequently To
2. Contact your credit card company and ask if it offers coded identification tags 3 2 2 Packing Your Notebook Remove any external devices attached to the computer and store them in a safe place Remove any cables attached to installed PC Cards and remove any extended PC Cards Fully charge the main battery and any spare batteries you plan to carry with you Turn off the computer or put the computer into hibernate mode Disconnect the AC adapter Remove any extraneous items such as paper clips pens and paper from the keyboard and then close the display Pack your notebook and accessories in their carry case Avoid packing the computer with items such as shaving cream colognes perfumes or food Protect the computer the batteries and the hard drive from hazards such as extreme temperatures dirt dust liquids or overexposure to sunlight Pack the computer so that 1t does not slide around in the trunk of your car or in an overhead storage compartment A When traveling by air never check in your notebook as baggage 3 2 3 Setting a Password To provide extra protection for your data and documents it is advisable to set a password As your notebook is booting starting up press F2 to take you to the BIOS Setup Utility Use the right arrow key to highlight Security Use the down arrow key to select Set Supervisor Password Press Enter Type your password press Enter and re type to confirm Press Enter Your changes
3. 1 Move the battery lock switch to the right Unlock position 2 Slide and hold the battery release latch 3 Remove the battery 5 9 5 The Power System 5 2 7 Installing a Battery 1 Slide the battery into the bay 2 Press it into place gently but firmly until the latch locks it into place 5 2 8 Storing a Battery If storing your notebook for an extended period of time remove the battery Fully charge the battery before using your notebook again 5 2 9 Working With Extra Battery Packs If you spend a lot of time traveling working without connecting your notebook to an electrical outlet it may be a good idea to carry additional battery packs so you can quickly replace a discharged battery and continue working 5 2 10 Maximizing Battery Life A battery can be recharged many times but over time it will lose its ability to hold a charge To maximize battery life e Ifyou will not be using your notebook for a long period remove the battery e If you have a spare battery pack alternate the batteries e Ensure your notebook is off when replacing the battery e Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place and out of direct sunlight 5 10 Chapter 6 The BIOS Setup Program 6 The BIOS Setup Program 6 1 Introduction The BIOS Basic Input and Output System Setup program is a menu driven utility that enables you to make changes to the system configuration and tailor the operation of your notebook to your
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5. 5 2 5 Charging the Battery SI When connected to an electrical outlet a completely discharged battery needs to be charged in 4 to 12 hours depending on whether your notebook is on or off and what programs if any are running You can leave the battery in your notebook as long as you like The battery s internal circuitry prevents the battery from overcharging Before using the battery for the first time it must be charged Connect the computer to an electrical outlet and allow the battery to fully charge indicated by the battery indicator light on the front panel of the notebook 1 Once a battery pack is fully charged for the first time use your notebook on battery power until the battery discharges completely This will extend battery life and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity If necessary the battery will be charged whenever your notebook is connected to an electrical outlet The battery will not be charged if it or your notebook is too hot either from use or being in a hot environment If this occurs the battery indicator will light amber Disconnect your notebook from any electrical outlet and allow it and the battery to cool to room temperature You can then reconnect your notebook to the electrical outlet and charge the battery The battery indicator will also light amber if the battery is bad and needs replacing 5 2 6 Removing the Battery Before removing the battery ensure your notebook is turned off
6. and click Empty Recycle Bin When the confirmation dialog box appears click Yes to delete all file s All files disappear from the Recycle Bin and are removed from your notebook 2 8 10 Retrieving Files From the Recycle Bin Deleted files are moved to the Recycle Bin and remain there until you empty the Recycle Bin If you delete a file in error you can retrieve it from the Recycle Bin Double click the Recycle Bin el icon The Recycle Bin window will appear listing all deleted files their previous locations and the dates you deleted them Select the file you want to retrieve click the File menu and then click Restore The file disappears from the Recycle Bin and is moved to its original location 2 32 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 9 Playing CDs and Movies gt Inserting Discs gt Adjusting Volume gt Adjusting the Picture 2 33 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 9 1 Inserting Discs Be careful not to press down on the drive tray when opening or closing it When the drive is not in use keep the tray closed A Do not move the computer when playing CDs or DVDs To insert a disc do the following Press the eject button on the front of the drive Pull the tray out With the label side up place the disc in the center of the tray ae x Snap the disc onto the spindle 5 Gently push the tray back into the drive If your notebook has a CD RW DVD or DVD you can watch movies For more information on play
7. deletion viruses or hard drive failure Programs can be reinstalled unless you have backed up your work you will lose your data files The most convenient way to back up your files is to a CD RW drive For smaller files you can use a floppy disk 2 8 3 Finding Files Right click on Start gt Search In the search window type either All or part of the file name or A word or phrase in the file Specify where you want the system to look by specifying a drive or folder in the Look in pull down menu 1 Windows will search the entire hard drive or drive C partition if the default setting of C is unchanged Click Search to begin searching Files found that match your search criteria are listed in the Search Results window 2 8 4 Copying a File on the Hard Drive From the Desktop select My Computer Locate the file you want to copy and click the file to select it Under File and Folder Tasks Copy this file In the Copy Items window select the location where you want to copy the file Click Copy 2 30 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 8 5 Copying a File to a Floppy Disk Insert a floppy disk into the external floppy drive From the Desktop select My Computer Locate the file you want to copy and click the file to select it Under File and Folder Tasks gt Copy this file gt Copy Items gt 312 Floppy A Click Copy 2 8 6 Moving Files Never move files that are part of an installed program Doing so may
8. or Windows logo key by pressing one key at a time Use StickyKeys FilterKeys Use FilterKeys if you want Windows to ignore brief or repeated keystrokes or slow the repeat rate Use FilterKeys ToggleKeys Use ToggleKeys if you want to hear tones when pressing CAPS LOCK NUM LOCK and SCROLL LOCK C Use ToggleKeys Settings C Show extra keyboard help in programs 2 14 2 Operating Your Notebook To further customize StickyKeys click Settings in either of the above dialogue boxes The following dialogue box will appear Settings for StickyKeys Keyboard shortcut The shortcut for StickyKeys is Press the SHIFT key five times Options Press modifier key twice to lock Turn StickyKeys off if two keys are pressed at once Notification Make sounds when modifier key is pressed Show StickyKeys status on screen Click Use shortcut to enable the listed shortcut to activate StickyKeys mode By checking Press modifier key twice to lock pressing the SHIFT CTRL ALT FN or the Windows logo key twice will lock the key until it is pressed again This allows you to perform multiple commands with these keys in succession without having to press the modifier key again each time Check Turn StickyKeys off if two keys are pressed at once to have StickyKeys automatically disable whenever any two keys are pressed simultaneously If Make sounds when modifier key is pressed is checked a tone will be hear
9. 1 3 Cleaning the Touch Pad 1 Shut your notebook down turn it off and disconnect from the electrical outlet and any external devices such as a printer Remove batteries Use a slightly moistened soft lint free cloth carefully wipe the Touch Pad being careful not to allow any moisture into the gaps Use only water or a recommended computer cleaner 3 1 4 Cleaning the CD DVD Drive A Never touch the lens Use only compressed air to clean the lens If you experience problems playing CDs or DVDs including skipping clean the unlabelled side of the disc with a soft lint free cloth or using a commercial product 3 2 3 Caring for Your Notebook 3 1 5 Precautions Do not spill liquids on the keyboard If liquid is spilt on the keyboard turn your notebook off immediately Leave off overnight to let it completely dry out before using it again Do not turn off your notebook if a drive light indicates a drive is active Turning off your notebook while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk the drive or both Keep your notebook and disks away from objects that generate strong magnetic fields such as stereo speakers Information on disks is stored magnetically Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important files Scan all new files for viruses This precaution is especially important for files you receive via email disk or download from the Internet You will need a special program to scan for
10. 14 Device Status Indicators Power Status The LEDs on the front side of notebook indicate the device and power status 12345 e gt attery Charge Green Amber a HDD Green For SD MS MMC Card Green Wireless Blue The flashing Power On LED indicates the notebook is in standby mode For detailed battery status see 5 2 Battery 1 6 1 Introducing Your Notebook 1 2 Right Side The following picture shows the right side of the HGL30 notebook 1 Audio Ports USB Ports 3 Optical Media Drive 4 VGA Port 1 7 1 Introducing Your Notebook 1 2 1 Audio Ports You can connect a headphone or an external speaker to the Q port and a microphone to the a port The built in speakers are disabled when a device is connected to the Q port 1 2 2 USB Ports Use this port to connect a USB device such as a mouse full size external keyboard or printer to the computer O USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data transfer rate up to 480 Mbps USB peripherals have a single standard for cables and connectors You can install and remove USB devices while the computer is on This is known as hot swapping 1 2 3 Optical Media Drive The optical media drive provides a means for you to import export data and small files into from your computer Depending on the configuration of your computer you may either be able to record CDs or play DVDs 1 2 4 VGA Port Use this port to connect
11. 3 1 1 1 2 4 Caring for Your Notebook Cleaning Your Notebook and Keyboard Shut your notebook down turn it off and disconnect it from the electrical outlet and any external devices such as a printer Remove the battery packs Use the brush attachment of your vacuum cleaner gently remove dust from your notebook s openings and keyboard Use a slightly moistened soft lint free cloth wipe your notebook and keyboard Use only water or a recommended computer cleaner 3 1 2 Cleaning the Display 1 Shut your notebook down turn it off and disconnect it from the electrical outlet and any external devices such as a printer Remove batteries Use a slightly moistened soft lint free cloth wipe your notebook s display Use only water or a recommended computer cleaner 3 1 3 Cleaning the Touch Pad 1 Shut your notebook down turn it off and disconnect from the electrical outlet and any external devices such as a printer Remove batteries Use a slightly moistened soft lint free cloth carefully wipe the Touch Pad being careful not to allow any moisture into the gaps Use only water or a recommended computer cleaner 3 1 4 Cleaning the CD DVD Drive A Never touch the lens Use only compressed air to clean the lens If you experience problems playing CDs or DVDs including skipping clean the unlabelled side of the disc with a soft lint free cloth or using a commercial product 3 2 3 Caring for Your Noteb
12. Play Pause Media Stop Media Play Backward Media Play Forward Ij Opens Windows Explorer 1t Opens the Run dialog box a Opens the Search Results dialog box Opens the Search Results Computers dialog box when BAN your notebook is connected to a network El a Pause Ly Opens the System Properties dialog box d El To adjust keyboard operation including character repeat rate in the Control Panel click Printers and Other Hardware gt Keyboard 2 13 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 3 4 StickyKeys The StickyKeys function lets you use the SHIFT CTRL ALT FN keys or the Windows logo key referred to as modifier keys in conjunction with other keys by pressing one key at a time instead of simultaneously To activate StickyKeys mode press the Shift key five times and then click OK StickyKeys Pressing the SHIFT key 5 times turns on StickyKeys StickyKeys lets you use the SHIFT CTRL ALT or Windows Logo keys by pressing one key at a time To keep StickyKeys on click OK To cancel StickyKeys click Cancel To deactivate the key combination for StickyKeys click Settings Cancel Settings Alternatively you can click on Start Control Panel Accessibility Options and check Use StickyKeys before clicking OK Accessibility Options Keyboard Sound Display Mouse General StickyKeys Use StickyKeys if you want to use SHIFT CTRL ALT
13. access their settings or files To log off Save and close any open files exit any open programs click Start Log Off Log Off To switch users click Start Log Off Switch User Using Fast User Switching programs that previous users were running remain running in the background This means a possible slower computer response It may also stop multimedia programs including games and DVD software from running 1 Fast User Switching does not work if your notebook is running Windows XP Professional and is a member of a computer domain or if the notebook has less than 128 MB of memory You can set up Fast User Switching in the Control Panel dialog box under User Accounts Change the way users log on or off 2 2 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 1 4 Adding User Accounts 1 Different account options are available when a computer is running the Windows XP Professional operating system and is connected to a domain With Windows XP installed the system administrator or a user with administrator rights can create additional user accounts 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt User Accounts 2 Under Pick a task click Create a new account 3 Under Name the new account enter the name of the new user Click Next 4 Under Pick an account type choose one of the following options e Computer administrator User can change all computer settings e Standard Windows XP Professional only User can install some programs and
14. always keep an item on the Start menu no matter how often it s used right click the item and click Pin to Start menu Log Off allows the current user to log off so a new user can log on to the notebook using his personal settings Turn Off Computer provides options for turning off restarting and placing your notebook in power saving modes If your notebook is running Windows XP Professional and is connected to a domain different options appear in the Shut Down window 2 8 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 2 5 Taskbar The Start button is on the left and the notification area on the right Each time you open a program a button for it appears on the taskbar To toggle taskbar buttons click the relevant button Windows XP groups multiple instances of the same program on a single taskbar button if more space is needed Toolbars can be added to or removed from the taskbar Right click an empty spot on the taskbar and select Toolbars gt choose the toolbar you want to add 2 2 6 Notification Area System Tray The icons in this area allow quick access to programs and computer functions including the clock and printer status Windows XP hides icons that are not used frequently Click B to see hidden icons To prevent Windows XP from hiding icons Right click an empty spot on the Taskbar gt Properties gt ensure that Hide inactive icons is not checked Taskbar and Start Menu Properties Taskbar Start Menu Tathbar appear
15. being hazardous to the environment Internal Modem Warnings CAUTION When using your telephone equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons including the following The modem cable you connect to your computer should have a minimum wire size of 26 AWG American wire gauge and an UL compliant RJ 1 1 modular plug Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak Do not plug a modem connector RJ 11 into a network connection RJ 45 This may damage the connector Modem Regulatory Notice Modem Regulatory Notice Federal Communication Commission PART 68 Warning This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules Located on the bottom side of the modem is a label that contains among other information the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equipment Number REN for this equipment Upon requested you must provide this information to your telephone company If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network the local telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily If possible they will notify you in advance But if advance notice is not practical you will be notified as soon as possible You will also be informed of your right to file a complain
16. can try different settings for Color quality and Screen resolution If you choose a resolution or color palette that is higher than the display supports the settings will automatically adjust to the closest possible setting 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 6 Networks To access a network At the office you can access a network via the built in PCI E LAN For specific information about connecting to the LAN or WAN consult your systems administrator If you are working at home or while traveling you need a dial up connection Ask your system administrator for the telephone number of the network To set up the connection go to Start gt Control Panel gt Network and Internet Connections in Classic Interface Network Connections Enter the details for your connection and click OK 2 23 Operating Your Notebook 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 7 Managing Programs gt Running Programs gt Adding Software gt Removing Software 2 25 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 7 1 Running Programs Programs are any software that process data like a word processing program or an email program They require an operating system like Windows XP to run on To run a program click Start gt Programs Click the program you want to run On the right side of the title bar in the window of any open program there are three icons lle x a minimizes the program That is it is removed from the screen but is still running It
17. for advice on disposing of used lithium ion batteries A Only use the 908C3500F ID6 or 9ONITLILD4SUX battery pack with this computer 5 2 2 Checking the Battery Charge Battery Status Indicator behavior Charging Solid amber Fully Charged Solid green Discharging Off Critical Low Blinks amber gt approximately 3 minutes left system beeps 5 2 3 Power Meter The power meter g indicates the remaining battery charge When your notebook is running on battery power you can check the remaining battery charge double click the ig icon on the taskbar For more details including how to make the icon appear on the taskbar if it is not already see 5 1 Power Management 5 8 5 The Power System 5 2 4 Low Battery Warning After a low battery warning save your work immediately then connect your notebook to an electrical outlet Hibernate mode will begin automatically if the battery runs completely out of power You will hear the low battery warning when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted Your notebook will beep once indicating approximately 10 to 15 minutes of battery operating time remain If you do not connect your notebook to alternative power source during that time there will be a periodic beep If the battery charge reaches a critically low level your notebook will automatically enter Stand by Hibernate Shut down mode which is set in Alarms Tab For more information see 5 1 Power Management
18. hardware e Limited User can only change his own personal settings such as the password User is not able to install programs or use the Internet 5 Click Create Account 2 1 5 Standby Mode To find out how to conserve power using the Standby Mode see 5 7 Power Management 2 3 2 4 Operating Your Notebook 2 2 Tips for Using Windows Vv Vv V VV WV VY Y 2 Operating Your Notebook Microsoft Windows XP Help Windows Desktop Start Button Taskbar Notification Area System Tray Recycle Bin Control Panel My Computer 2 5 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 2 1 Microsoft Windows XP Help For Microsoft Windows XP help click the Start menu then click the Help and Support icon The Help and Support Center dialog box opens Help and Support Center e KEI gt o Q O Que cree Er Dp sem u ces search MN gt Help and Support Center Set search options Windows XP Professional Dial ra Pick a Help topic SK Tor assistance 8 rg NEBEN f ler wa b een Br to m comun Remote Asian ae User and system 91 Gas rt or hot Windows XI i ups en What s new im Windows Dick a task Music video games and photo Wiraka Pit with wi Update gt And compatible hardware and software for Y Networking and the Working remot ei i stem Restore Security and administration ib i mE Br ow i i p u Lut ermizin ye er Hrany A V ees a Did you know i Printing amid Kasc m ir
19. instructions before connecting to the power supply Power cord sets for use in other countries must meet the requirements of that country Use the appropriate AC adapter and power cord for your locale If you use an extension cable with your AC adapter ensure that the total ampere rating of the products plugged into the extension cable does not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable Also ensure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating When using your power cord make sure to position it around objects so it will not be cut or punctured When you disconnect a cable pull on its connector on its strain relief loop not on the cable itself As you pull out the connector keep it evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins Also before you connect a cable make sure both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned 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 Use only the AC adapters that are approved for use with this computer Use of another type of adapter may risk fire or explosion Before you connect the computer 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 America and some Far Eastern countries such as South Korea and Taiwan 100 V 50 Hz in eastern Japan a
20. is to check for a device to boot the system Exit Allows the user to exit the Setup program 6 3 6 The BIOS Setup Program To move between menu bar items use the lt 4 and gt arrow keys until the desired item is highlighted For example if you want to move from the Main menu to the Advanced menu press the right arrow key gt once Item Specific Help At the right of the Setup screen you will notice an item specific help bar For each item that you select on the menu the bar informs of its specific function as well as the hot keys related specifically to that item and or submenu 6 2 2 Launching submenus A submenu contains additional options for a field parameter To call up a submenu simply move the highlight to the desired field and press the Enter key The submenu opens If you are a first time user or are not familiar with BIOS Setup programs it is highly recommended that you take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with each of the submenus and their corresponding functions If you accidentally make unwanted changes to the current configuration go to the Exit menu and select Discard Changes 6 2 3 Saving Changes and Exiting the Setup Program Refer to the Exit Menu section of this chapter for detailed information on saving changes and exiting the Setup program 6 4 6 The BIOS Setup Program 6 3 The Main Menu When the Setup program is accessed the Information screen appears It displays
21. make the program unusable From the Desktop select My Computer Locate the file you want to move and click the file to select it Click Move this file In the Move Items window click the location where you want to move the file Click Move 2 8 7 Renaming Files Use Windows Explorer or My Computer to locate the file you want to rename and click the file to select it Click the File menu and click Rename Never change a file s extension the last three characters after the period Doing so may render the file unusable Type the new filename and press Enter 2 8 8 Deleting Files Never delete files that are part of an installed program Doing so may render the file unusable Use Windows Explorer or My Computer to locate the file you want to delete and click the file to select it Click the File menu and click Delete Click Yes to send the file to the Recycle Bin If you accidentally delete a file see 2 8 10 Retrieving Files From the Recycle Bin 2 31 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 8 9 Emptying the Recycle Bin Files remain in the Recycle Bin and take up space on the hard drive until you empty them from the Recycle Bin Files deleted from a floppy disk or from a network are permanently erased You cannot recover them from the Recycle Bin Double click the Recycle Bin icon The Recycle Bin window appears and lists all deleted files their previous locations and the dates you deleted them Click the File menu
22. performance level depends on the power scheme you select You do not need to make any further adjustments to set the performance level Each preset power scheme has different time out settings for entering standby mode hibernate mode turning off the display and turning off the hard drive For more information on power management options see the Help and Support Center 5 1 2 2 Alarms Tab 1 Enable audible alarms by clicking each Alarm Action button and selecting Sound alarm The Low battery alarm and Critical battery alarm settings alert you when the battery charge falls below a certain percentage When you receive your notebook the Low battery alarm and Critical battery alarm check boxes are selected See 5 2 Battery for more information on low battery warnings 5 1 2 3 Power Meter Tab Displays the current power source battery status and charge amount 5 4 5 The Power System 5 1 2 4 Advanced Tab With the Advanced tab you can Set power icon and standby mode password options Depending on your operating system program the following functions by clicking an option from the corresponding pull down menu and then clicking OK gt Set the computer to Stand by Hibernate Do nothing when you close the laptop lid gt Set the computer to Ask me what to do Stand by Hibernate Shut down Do nothing when you press the power button gt Set the computer to Ask me what to do Stand by Hibernate Shut down Do nothing when yo
23. remove a PC Card by pulling on its cable if one is attached Press the release latch 2 Press the latch again to eject the card Remove the card 4 1 5 Express Card Types The Express Card slot supports one 54mm type PCI Express card It supports both USB 2 0 and PCI Express technology which improves bus speed in data transfer and requires less power than PC Cards 4 1 6 Installing and Removing Express Cards Express Cards with hot plug feature allow you to install and remove cards when your notebook is running The card will be detected automatically when installed Usually Express Cards have a mark or symbol to show which end to insert into the slot Insert the card according to the orientation symbol and slide the card into the slot To remove it pull it out gently 4 3 4 Peripherals 4 2 Adding and Removing SD MMC MS Cards Before removing a SD MMC MS card stop it running from the configuration utility on the taskbar Failure to do so could result in data loss Insert the SD MMC MS card into the Card reader slot To remove the SD MMC MS Card push it in gently and it ejects automatically 4 4 4 Peripherals 4 3 Memory Modules You can add more memory modules to your computer in order to give it improved performance Wi To remove a memory module 1 Remove the two screws securing the memory module cover Ze Lift off the memory module cover 3 Pop out the two silver latches ho
24. will appear as a button on your bottom taskbar To restore the program simply click the button 5 maximizes the window to fill your entire screen When the window is maximized the button switches to El which will reduce the size of the window when clicked E closes the program or document 2 7 2 Adding Software To check what software is already installed on your computer click Start gt All Programs If a program is listed in the All Programs menu or the Start menu the software is already installed Before installing software check the software s technical requirements to ensure that it is compatible with your notebook and that there is enough memory and hard drive space for installation and operation Temporarily disable your notebook s antivirus software before installing software See the documentation that came with the antivirus software for detailed procedure 1 Be sure to enable your antivirus software once you have installed any new software Insert the software installation CD into the CD drive and follow the instructions that came with the software to help you respond to the prompts on the screen If the software installation CD does not automatically run click Start Run In the dialogue box type x setup exe where x is the letter of your CD drive usually D or E Then click OK and follow the prompts on your screen 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 7 3 Removing Software 1 Once you ve begun removing softw
25. will be saved Press Enter to continue Use the right arrow key to select Exit use the down key to select Exit Saving Changes Press Enter and Yes Your notebook will now boot as normal 3 6 3 Caring for Your Notebook 3 2 4 Travel Tips e Ifyou are traveling internationally carry proof of ownership or of your right to use the computer if it is company owned to speed your passage through customs Investigate the customs regulations of the countries you plan to visit and consider acquiring an international carnet also known as a merchandise passport from your government e Ensure that you know which electrical outlets are used in the countries you will visit and have appropriate power adapters e Check with your credit card company for information about the kinds of emergency travel assistance it offers to users of portable computers e When traveling by air ensure that you have a charged battery available in case you are asked to turn on the computer e Before you use the computer on an airplane verify that such usage is permitted Some airlines forbid the use of electronic devices during the flight All airlines forbid the use of electronic devices during takeoff and landing Never walk your notebook through a metal detector Send it through an X ray machine or have it manually inspected 3 2 5 If Your Notebook Is Lost or Stolen Call a law enforcement agency to report your notebook lost or stolen Ask that a case nu
26. 6 2 3 Saving Changes and Exiting the Setup Program 6 4 6 3 The Main Menu aia 6 5 6 4 The Advanced Menu ce ccc ecce ecee ceci eee ccce 6 7 6 5 The Security Menu cios ie 6 8 6 6 The Others Men endende 6 12 6 7 The Bo tMe iion doc aan aaa e cU EU a aaa AS 6 13 6 8 The Exit Menu ceeeeeseeeiecieeeennn nena nnn nene nr canes k raa r ranas 6 14 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and your computer General Warnings 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 potentially build up in the base Allowing sustained contact with the skin could cause discomfort or eventually a burn Do not attempt to service the computer yourself Always follow installation instructions closely To avoid personal injury from electric shock or fire Completely power down the computer when replacing memory modules cleaning the computer its components or chassis or performing operations requiring similar steps To do this first turn the power off at the power switch remove the battery then disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet or from any other type of external power source such as an external battery Do not operate the computer near water for example near a bathtub kitchen sink or laundr
27. About this User s Manual This user s manual is designed to let you easily find the information you need to get the most from your notebook e Introduces you to the features of your notebook e Gives you useful details on using your notebook e Tells you how to look after your notebook whether at home or traveling e Talks about PC Card peripherals and how to use them e Goes into more detail about power management and explains how to conserve power while on the move e Introduces you to BIOS the nervous system of your computer and how to change its fundamental settings There is no need to read the manual from the beginning to end Simply find your way to the section that interests you using the index or browse through the manual You will come across the following icons in the manual _ Q Helpful pointers and tricks to get more from your notebook To help you note and avoid possible damage to your notebook s hardware or software or loss of your work N Points out possible damage to property personal injury or death Information in this document is subject to change without notice Compal Electronics Inc 2006 All rights reserved Trademarks used in this document Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products Contents Safety Instr Uctions
28. ENE CP2211 xi Specifications Excellent Power Management Function Standby mode Suspend to RAM or Suspend to Disk mode by time out or by hot key e HDD Local Stand By mode by time out LCD Local Stand By mode by time out e Low battery alarm by beep Auto backlight off when LCD cover closed Full ACPI 2 0 support e LCD Auto DIM mode by time out AC Adapter e Universal AC adapter 90 264V AC 47 63Hz 90W with 19V DC output e 3 pin type for AC inlet xii Chapter 1 Introducing Your Notebook 1 Introducing Your Notebook 1 1 Front Side The following picture shows the front side of the HGL30 notebook coo NOD C 13 14 15 1 LCD Module Latch powa of Ei Built in Microphone ouch Pad Buttons Keyboard H eyboard Status Lights B Wireless Communication Switch ESC E CC Bui 1 i TEE Power Status 5 1 K 1 1 uU B 1 5 7 1 1 1 Introducing Your Notebook 1 1 1 LCD Module Latch The LCD Module Latch secures the display case to your notebook To open the display slide the latch to the right and lift the display When you close the display the latch secures 1t automatically 1 1 2 Built in Camera The built in camera features a 1 3mega pixel CMOS web camera 1 1 3 Display Your display is a 14 1 COLOR TFT WXGA 1 1 4 Power Button Press the button to turn your notebook on For more on power settings see 5 1 Power Management Windows XP which comes preinst
29. alled goes into the shutdown sequence automatically if you press the power button while on You can configure this in Control Panel Power Options Advanced 1 1 5 Easy Buttons These buttons launch your favorite programs Internet access button Email button os RSS LI IE Ium XD d LL I MA A mm 1 2 1 Introducing Your Notebook 1 1 6 Media Office Buttons Media Office provides Audio Video recording function to utilize the advantages of array microphone and built in camera By operating Media Office buttons you can enjoy all functions of this application MODE REC jd ib m DPI b s SS ee ae eee ie 2 Media Office LENT There are 4 modes in Media Office Solo Recording audio in front of the notebook Conference Recording audio all around the notebook Video Recording video and audio in front of the notebook Photo Pictures capturing The following table describes all functions and related button definition Mode Solo Conference Video Photo Button Short Launchs Media Office With the press of this button when Media Office is Press launched the mode changes in the following order Solo gt Conf gt Video Mode gt Photo gt Solo nn Closes Media Office ress Short Press Recording Recording Recording REC Long audio audio video audio Taking pictures Press Sal Returns to previous media file lt lt ress Lang Decreases the vol
30. an external monitor to your computer See 1 1 3 Display 1 8 1 Introducing Your Notebook 1 3 Left Side The following picture shows the left side of the HGL30 notebook 2 USB Port a LAN Jack El PC Card Slot 1 9 1 Introducing Your Notebook 1 3 1 USB Port Use this port to connect a USB device such as a mouse full size external keyboard or printer to the computer 1 USB is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data transfer rate up to 480 Mbps USB peripherals have a single standard for cables and connectors You can install and remove USB devices while the computer is on This is known as hot swapping 1 3 2 LAN Jack The RJ 45 network jack allows you to connect your notebook to a local area u network LAN A Be careful not to plug the telephone line into the slightly larger network connector 1 3 3 PC Card Slot Supports one Type II PC card For more information see 4 1 PC Cards and Express Cards 1 3 4 Express Card Slot Supports one 54mm type PCI Express card For more information see 4 1 PC Cards and Express Cards 1 10 1 Introducing Your Notebook 1 4 Back Side The following picture shows the back side of the HGL30 notebook S Video out Port 2 Modem Jack AC Adapter Connector 1 11 1 Introducing Your Notebook 1 4 1 S Video out Port The S Video out port allows you to connect an external display device like TV Ss set or device which has S video port to
31. ance v Lock the taskbar C Aytotide the taskbar v Keep the taskbar on top of other windows 2 Group similar Latkbar buttons C Show Quick Launch Nobhication area v Show the clock You can keep the nothcaton area uncluttered by hiding icons that you have not checked recently Rae este oa P 2 2 7 Recycle Bin z When you delete a file it is moved to the Recycle Bin Files can be restored from the Recycle Bin Emptying the Recycle Bin deletes files permanently 2 9 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 2 8 Control Panel In the Control Panel you can change how Windows looks and works Click the Start button and then Control Panel There are two interfaces you can choose either Classic View or Category View You can switch interfaces in the upper left hand window of the Control Panel dialog box Under Pick a Category choose the category of the task you wish to complete and then choose the task in the next window E Control Panel Pick a category fa Appearance anal Printers amd Themes m Other Hardware Mebrork aded Internet Uber Aciotis Convections eh pem d Gabe Tine 8 Add or Remove Language and rd va TE Progr aris Regional Options Sons Soave i and Auch von Devices 3 Ferlormance and md rant enam e 2 2 9 My Computer My Computer allows you to see the contents of your notebook s drives The My Computer icon appears on your Desktop To see the cont
32. anges Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes Fl Help N Select Item F5 F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Esc Exit lt gt Select Menu Enter Execute Command F10 Save and Exit Exit Saving Changes Allows the user to save changes to CMOS and reboot system The following message is prompted when user press Enter on the item Setup Confirmation Save configuration changes and exit now Yes No Yes Exit SETUP and reboot No Go back to previous screen Exit Discarding Changes Setup Warning Configuration has not been saved Save before exiting Yes No 6 14 6 The BIOS Setup Program Load Setup Defaults Allows the user loads default value in CMOS Setup The following message is prompted when user press Enter on this item Setup Confirmation Load default confirmation now Yes No Select Yes to confirm or No to abort You will then return to the setup screen Discard Changes Allows the user loads previous value in CMOS Setup The following message is prompted when press Enter on this item Setup Confirmation Load previous confirmation now Yes No Select Yes to confirm or No to abort You will then return to the setup screen Save Changes Allows the user to save changes and not exit Setup The following message is prompted when press Enter on this item Setup Confirmation Save configuration changes now Yes No Select Yes to confirm or No to abort You will t
33. are do not interrupt the process To do so may result in data loss and corruption of your operating system Start Control Panel Add or Remove Programs Change or Remove Programs Select the program that you want to remove and click the Change Remove button Instructions for removing programs will appear on the screen 1 Some programs may not be listed and cannot be removed via this window In this case check the documentation that came with the specific program 2 27 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 8 Managing Files Vv Vv VV VW VV WV V Y 2 Operating Your Notebook Updating Antivirus Software Backing Up Files Finding Files Copying a File on the Hard Drive Copying a File to a Floppy Disk Moving Files Renaming Files Deleting Files Emptying the Recycle Bin Retrieving Files From the Recycle Bin 2 29 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 8 1 Updating Antivirus Software There are thousands of known viruses and more appear all the time Installing antivirus software is the only way to protect your data software and hardware Regular updates are necessary to ensure protection Your computer dealer can advise you regarding purchasing antivirus software Before installing any software from unlicensed sources scan for viruses Regularly backup your data to safeguard against loss if your notebook is infected 2 8 2 Backing Up Files Regularly backing up your files will protect you from losing data from accidental file
34. ator password must be set before the user password can be set Set User Password Set Admin Password PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help User Password Is Clear Supervisor Password Is Clear Set User Password Enter Set Supervisor Password Enter Password on boot Enabled Built in HDD Status Clear Built in HDD Password Select User Only Set HDD User Password Enter gt Trusted Platform Module Setting Option Fl Help N select item FS F6 change values F9 Setup defaults Esc Exit select menu Enter Select Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit These fields allow you to set the System Password The System Password allows full access to the BIOS Setup menus To set the Supervisor password highlight this field and press Enter 6 9 6 The BIOS Setup Program Type the password and press the Enter key You can type up to ten alphanumeric characters Symbols are ignored To confirm the password type the password again and press the Enter key User Password Is Supervisor Password Is These two fields shows that User Supervisor Passwords are set or not Set System Password is set Clear System Password is not set Set Supervisor Password Set User Password Enter this field always shows the message While this field is highlighted press Enter The following message is shown Set Supervisor Password Enter New Password Confirm New Pas
35. bmenus follows 6 1 6 The BIOS Setup Program 6 2 Navigating through the BIOS Setup Program gt Accessing the BIOS Setup program gt Launching submenus gt Saving Changes and Exiting the Setup Program The Setup program has been designed to make it as easy to use as possible It is a menu driven program which means you can scroll through the various directories and make your selections among the various predetermined choices If you accidentally configure a setting and do not know which one to switch back to use the BIOS hot keys to return to the previous value The hot keys are discussed in more detail later in this chapter When turning on the notebook for the first time you may get a message prompting you to run the BIOS Setup program A warning message may appear on the screen if the hardware configuration is changed or the POST fails This message will inform you of any errors or invalid settings and prompt you to run the Setup program to correct the problem Even if you are not prompted by a message instructing you to use the Setup program at some time in the future you may want to change the configuration of your computer For example you may want to make changes to the display option settings or enable the notebook s password function for security purposes It will then be necessary to reconfigure your system using the Setup program so that the computer can recognize these changes The list below gives a few examples
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37. d each time a modifier key is pressed Different tones are heard when activating and deactivating modifier keys Check Show StickyKeys status on screen to display the StickyKeys icon in your toolbar whenever the StickyKeys mode is activated The icon will change to indicate which modifier key if any is currently active Click on OK to confirm your changes or Cancel to exit the dialogue box without making any changes 2 15 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 3 5 Touch Pad The Touch Pad responds to the movements and pressure of your finger allowing you to move the cursor around the screen in the same way you would with a mouse Place your fingers on the keyboard in the normal typing position You can use the Touch Pad by moving either your right or left thumb off the space bar and on to the Touch Pad Gently move your thumb across the Touch Pad in the direction you want the cursor to move The Touch Pad buttons have the same function as mouse buttons Clicking these buttons makes selections drags objects or performs a variety of other functions depending on the software To select an object first move the pointer over the object you want to select and then press the left button one time and release it The functionality of these buttons depends on your software Double clicking is a common technique for selecting objects or launching programs You may also select object or execute applications from icons by double tapping T
38. e temperatures dirt dust liquids or overexposure to sunlight Pack the computer so that 1t does not slide around in the trunk of your car or in an overhead storage compartment A When traveling by air never check in your notebook as baggage 3 2 3 Setting a Password To provide extra protection for your data and documents it is advisable to set a password As your notebook is booting starting up press F2 to take you to the BIOS Setup Utility Use the right arrow key to highlight Security Use the down arrow key to select Set Supervisor Password Press Enter Type your password press Enter and re type to confirm Press Enter Your changes will be saved Press Enter to continue Use the right arrow key to select Exit use the down key to select Exit Saving Changes Press Enter and Yes Your notebook will now boot as normal 3 6 3 Caring for Your Notebook 3 2 4 Travel Tips e Ifyou are traveling internationally carry proof of ownership or of your right to use the computer if it is company owned to speed your passage through customs Investigate the customs regulations of the countries you plan to visit and consider acquiring an international carnet also known as a merchandise passport from your government e Ensure that you know which electrical outlets are used in the countries you will visit and have appropriate power adapters e Check with your credit card company for information about the kinds of emergenc
39. ease the right Touch Pad button to display a pop up menu Click Create Shortcut s Here An icon appears on your desktop double click to activate the shortcut 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 5 Display gt Adjusting Brightness gt Using an External Monitor or Television gt Setting Display Resolution 2 21 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 5 1 Adjusting Brightness To conserve power when running your notebook from the battery set the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting using the keyboard shortcuts Brightness Down Brightness Up 2 5 2 Using an External Monitor or Television When you start your notebook with an external display device such as an external monitor or television attached and turned on the image may appear on either the display or the external device Alternatively you can press a to switch the video image to the display only the display and the external device simultaneously or the external device only 2 5 3 Setting Display Resolution To view a program at a specific resolution both the video controller and the display must support the program and the necessary video drivers must be installed Before changing any of the original display settings make a note of the original settings for future reference Start Control Panel Pick a category Appearance and Themes Under Pick a task click the area you want to change or under or pick a Control Panel icon click Display You
40. ebook will go into Hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low Depending on how you set the Power Management Options on the Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window use one of the following methods to enter hibernate mode e When you close the lid of your notebook e When you press the power button e When you press the sleep hot key e Start gt Turn Off Computer gt Hibernate if the Hibernate option does not show press Shift and the Standby option will switch to Hibernate If the Hibernate option is not available for these methods Hibernate mode has not been enabled Check the Enable hibernation box on the Hibernate tab of the Power Options Properties window and click Apply to enable Hibernation 1 If your PC Cards do not operate correctly after exiting Hibernate mode remove and reinsert the card or restart your notebook To exit Hibernate mode press the power button You cannot exit Hibernate mode by pressing a key or touching the Touch Pad 5 3 5 The Power System 5 1 2 Power Options Properties To access the Windows Power Options Properties window Start gt Control Panel gt Pick a category gt Performance and Maintenance gt Power Options 5 1 2 1 Power Schemes Tab The Power schemes pull down menu in the Power Options Properties displays the selected preset power scheme Q To maximize battery power use the Portable Laptop power scheme In Windows XP the processor s
41. ed PC Card is longer than a standard PC Card When using extended PC Cards follow these precautions Protect the exposed end of an installed card If the end of the card is struck the system board may be damaged Always remove an extended PC Card before packing your notebook in its carry case 4 1 3 Installing PC Cards PC Cards may be hot swapped which means you can install acard while your notebook is running The card will be detected automatically Usually PC Cards have a mark or symbol to show which end to insert into the slot Cards are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion Check the documents that came with your card if the orientation is unclear 1 Hold the card with its orientation symbol pointing into the slot and the topside of the card facing up The push button latch may need to be pushed in before inserting the card 2 Slide the card into the slot until it clicks into the connector 3 If you encounter too much resistance do not force the card Check the card orientation and try again Your notebook will recognize most PC Cards and automatically load the appropriate device driver If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer s drivers use the floppy disk or CD that came with the PC Card 4 2 4 Peripherals 4 1 4 Removing PC Cards Before removing a PC Card stop it running from the configuration utility on the taskbar Failure to do so could result in data loss Never try to
42. ents of a drive or folder open My Computer then double click the icon for the drive or folder you want to view for example drive C You can also use Windows Explorer to see the contents of your notebook and find files To open Windows Explorer right click the Start button and click Explore to find the drive or folder that you want to view To find out more about My Computer and Windows Explorer see Help and Support Center 2 10 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 3 Keyboard and Touch Pad V Vv VV VV Y Numeric Keypad Keyboard Shortcuts Windows Logo Key Functions StickyKeys Touch Pad Customizing the Touch Pad Finger Printer 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 3 1 Numeric Keypad Keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the lower right edge of the keypad keys To enable the numeric keypad press 1e The 1 indicator will light when the numeric lock is on To disable the numeric keypad press 1e again To use the primary function of a dual function key when the numeric keypad is enabled press a and the desired key 2 3 2 Keyboard Shortcuts Wireless or Bluetooth Switches Display Mode LCD gt CRT gt TV gt LCD CRT Simultaneous gt LCD TV Simultaneous Switches the video image to the next display or both displays simultaneously Number Lock Scroll Lock Brightness Down i Brightness Up pe Audio Volume Down 2 12 2 Operating Your Notebook Audio Volume Up Media
43. f Vv Vv V V WV Turning Your Notebook On Turning Your Notebook Off Logging Off Adding User Accounts Standby Mode 2 1 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 1 1 Turning Your Notebook On 1 You can configure the computer to start from a specific drive such as a CD ROM an external floppy disk or even an external device See Chapter 6 The BIOS Setup Program Press the power button to turn on your notebook Do not turn off the computer until the operating system has loaded completely Turning the computer off during its initial startup will result in an error the next time you start your notebook 2 1 2 Turning Your Notebook Off 1 If your notebook is using Microsoft Windows XP Professional operating system the security and networking features are not available in Windows XP Home Edition You will see different options in some windows related to security and networking Save and close any open files exit any open programs Click Start Turn Off Computer Turn Off Your notebook will automatically turn off after the shutdown process is finished You can configure Windows XP to shut down or go into sleep mode by pressing the power button Open the Control Panel Power Options Advanced dialog box to do this 2 1 3 Logging Off With Microsoft Windows XP multiple users can access a single computer with their own personal settings Using their own password each user logs on to the computer meaning other users cannot
44. features possibly leading it to leak acid overheat emit smoke burst and or ignite Do not immerse the battery pack in water or allow it to get wet Its protective features can be damaged Abnormal chemical reactions may occur possibly leading it to leak acid overheat emit smoke burst and or ignite Do not crush disassemble puncture or incinerate short external contacts of battery pack Do not connect the positive and negative terminals with a metal object such as wire Short circuiting may occur leading the battery pack to leak acid overheat emit smoke burst and or ignite Do not use an apparently deformed or damaged battery pack which may leak acid overheat emit smoke burst and or ignite If the battery pack leaks gives off a bad odor generates heat becomes discolored or deformed or in any way appears abnormal during use recharging or storage immediately remove it from the computer or charger and stop using it Safety Instructions Battery Pack Disposal Dispose of the lithium ion battery packs only at approved disposal sites To locate an appropriate site contact the solid waste disposal officials where you live or look for a rechargeable battery recycling website that lists disposal locations near you Do not dispose of battery packs in a fire throw them in a trash receptacle put them in a recycling bin not intended for their disposal or otherwise discard them in a manner that may result in their
45. he product Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating these openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or a heat register or in a built in installation unless proper ventilation is provided This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where persons will walk on the cord Never spill liquid of any kind on the product Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions a When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed b If liquid has been spilled into the product C If the product has been exposed to rain or water d If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions s
46. hen return to the setup screen
47. his is similar to double clicking instead of pressing the Touch Pad buttons you tap the Touch Pad itself 2 3 6 Customizing the Touch Pad To adjust Touch Pad settings use the Mouse Properties window which you can open by clicking Control Panel gt Printers and Other Hardware gt Mouse Select the desired settings and click Apply Click OK to save the settings and close the window 2 16 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 3 7 Finger Printer The finger printer lets you log on to your computer instead of inputting passwords from the keyboard To raise the recognition success rate the following illustrations show the correct way to swipe your finger over the finger printer lA Finger Printer Align your fingertip with the finger printer as shown in the drawing and swipe To reduce the damage to the finger printer and fingerprint recognition problems follow these guidelines when using the finger printer Do not scratch or poke the finger printer with your nails or any hard or sharp objects Do not press the finger printer strongly Do not touch the finger printer with a wet finger or any wet objects Keep finger printer surface dry and free of water vapor Do not touch the finger printer with a soiled finger Minute foreign particles on a soiled or dirty finger may scratch the finger printer Do not paste stickers or write on the finger printer Do not touch the sensor with a finger or any object with built up sta
48. ince improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extension work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition e If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged f If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service vi Modem Regulatory Notice EMC Regulatory Information This product is designed and tested to comply with the following related EMC Electromagnetic compatibility standards FCC Notice Declaration of Conformity Information 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 of following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Co
49. individual work needs A ROM based configuration utility displays the system s configuration status and provides you with a tool to set system parameters These parameters are stored in nonvolatile battery backed up CMOS RAM which saves this information even when the power is turned off When the computer is turned back on the system is configured with the values found in CMOS Using easy to use menus you can configure such items as Hard drives diskette drives and peripherals Video display options Password protection from unauthorized use Boot devices The settings made in the Setup program intimately affect how the notebook performs It is important therefore first to try to understand all the available options and second to make settings appropriate for the way you use the notebook This chapter guides you through the Setup program by providing clear explanations for all Setup options A standard configuration has already been set in the Setup program by the factory technicians so you will very likely have little to worry about for now However eventually you may want to customize your system to suit your own performance needs It is recommended that you read this chapter and become familiar with the adjustments that can be made in the BIOS The next section explains how to move around in the Setup program as well as how to specify and save your new settings A brief discussion of the optional settings among the different su
50. ing CDs or watching movies click Help on the CD player software or DVD player software 2 9 2 Adjusting Volume 1 If you do not hear anything when playing a CD or DVD check that the speakers are not muted Start All Programs Accessories Entertainment Volume Control In the Volume Control window click and drag the bar in the Volume Control column and slide it up or down to increase or decrease the volume Fer N 1 I lt x Audio Volume Down fre N 1 I a Audio Volume Up 2 9 3 Adjusting the Picture If you receive an error message that the current resolution and color depth are using too much memory and preventing DVD playback adjust the display properties Start gt Control Panel gt Pick a category gt Appearance and Themes gt Pick a task gt Change the screen resolution In the Display Properties window click and drag the bar in Screen resolution to change the setting to 1024 x 768 pixels Click the pull down menu under Color quality Medium 16 bit OK 2 34 Chapter 3 Caring for Your Notebook 3 Caring for Your Notebook 3 1 Caring for Your Notebook Cleaning Your Notebook and Keyboard Cleaning the Display Cleaning the Touch Pad Cleaning the CD DVD Drive Vv Vv V V WV Precautions Never spray cleaning products directly onto your notebook s case or display Only use products designed for cleaning computer displays 3 1 3
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52. lding the memory module into place The module pops up 4 Grasp the outer edges of the memory module with thumb and forefinger and then gently remove it To install a memory module I Remove the two screws securing the memory module cover 2 Lift off the memory module cover 3 There are two memory module ports here The first one is already occupied by your computer s current memory module Place the new memory module in the second slot matching up the notch along its connector rim with the tooth in the connection slot 4 When the module has been securely seated press down gently on it until it snaps into place Depending on how much additional memory you require you may need to replace the original memory module 4 5 Chapter 5 The Power System 5 The Power System 5 1 Power Management gt Power Management Modes gt Power Options Properties gt SpeedStep 5 1 5 The Power System Your computer comes with built in power management You can configure it through the Power Options program in the Control Panel to sleep hibernate and wake according to specific pre defined situations When leaving your notebook unattended for long periods place it in standby or hibernate mode You can exit either power management mode by pressing the power button 1 See 5 2 Battery for more information on getting the best performance from battery packs 1 Use your notebook connected to an electrical outle
53. mber be assigned and write down the number along with the name address and telephone number of the law enforcement agency If possible obtain the name of the investigating officer If the notebook belongs to a company notify the security office of the firm 3 7 Chapter 3 Caring for Your Notebook 3 Caring for Your Notebook 3 1 Caring for Your Notebook Cleaning Your Notebook and Keyboard Cleaning the Display Cleaning the Touch Pad Cleaning the CD DVD Drive Vv Vv V V WV Precautions Never spray cleaning products directly onto your notebook s case or display Only use products designed for cleaning computer displays 3 1 3 3 1 1 1 2 4 Caring for Your Notebook Cleaning Your Notebook and Keyboard Shut your notebook down turn it off and disconnect it from the electrical outlet and any external devices such as a printer Remove the battery packs Use the brush attachment of your vacuum cleaner gently remove dust from your notebook s openings and keyboard Use a slightly moistened soft lint free cloth wipe your notebook and keyboard Use only water or a recommended computer cleaner 3 1 2 Cleaning the Display 1 Shut your notebook down turn it off and disconnect it from the electrical outlet and any external devices such as a printer Remove batteries Use a slightly moistened soft lint free cloth wipe your notebook s display Use only water or a recommended computer cleaner 3
54. mp Activate Enable security chip encrypted data and user from taking ownership Disable amp Deactivate Disable security chip prevents encrypted data from being used and Deactivated security chip prevents a user from taking ownership Trusted Platform Support Disabled Disables Trusted Platform Module support Enabled Enables Trusted Platform Module support Clear Security Chip Clear Security Chip to default state and release ownership Change Security Chip State No Change Enable amp Activate Enable security chip encrypted data and user from taking ownership Disables amp Deactivate Disable security chip prevents encrypted data from being used and Deactivated security chip prevents a user from taking ownership 6 12 6 The BIOS Setup Program 6 6 Boot Menu This menu allows the user to decide the order of boot devices to load the operating system Bootable devices include the diskette drive in module bay the onboard hard disk drive and the CD ROM in module bay PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help HDD Hard Disk Model name CD DVD CD DVD Drive Model name FDD LAN Fl Help N Select Item FS F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Esc Exit lt gt Select Menu Enter Select Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit 6 The BIOS Setup Program 6 7 Exit Menu PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Ch
55. nd 100 V 60Hz in western Japan 230 V 50 Hz in most of Europe the Middle East and the Far East Safety Instructions Place the AC adapter in a ventilated area such as a desktop or on the floor when you use it to run the computer or to charge the battery Do not cover the AC adapter with papers or other items that will reduce cooling also do not use the AC adapter while it is inside a carrying case To remove power from the computer turn it off remove the battery and disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet Disconnect power cords and cables by grasping the connector not by pulling on the cable itself As you pull out the connector keep it evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins Before you connect a cable make sure both connectors are correctly aligned Battery Pack Warnings 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 cause extremely high temperatures and may result in damage from burns Danger of explosion may occur if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer Do not dispose of batteries in a fire They may explode Check with local authorities for disposal instructions Do not use or leave the battery pack near a heat source Heat can melt the insulation and damage other safety
56. nnect 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 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 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation vii Modem Regulatory Notice Canadian Notice Canada Only This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emis sions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conform a la norme NMB 003 du Canada CE Notice European Union EU Declaration of Conformity The product conforms to the following standards Supplementary Information The product complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC and the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and or the R amp TTE Directive 1999 05 EEC This product is carrying the CE Mark in accordance with the related European Directives BSMI Notice Taiwan Only Most Compal computer products are classified by the Bureau of Standards Meteorology and Inspection BSMI as Class B information technology equipment ITE E The
57. nns 1 12 1 5 Bottom Side csi 1 13 1 5 1 Battery Paid 1 14 1 5 2 Battery Release Latch ooooonocccnncccncnccccnnncccccncccononnnnnnnccncncnnnnnnnnnannns 1 14 Chapter 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 1 2 1 1 2 1 2 2 1 3 2 1 4 2 1 5 2 2 2 2 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 2 2 4 2 2 5 2 2 6 2 2 7 2 2 8 2 2 9 2 3 2 3 1 2 3 2 2 3 3 2 3 4 2 3 5 2 3 6 2 9 7 2 4 2 4 1 2 4 2 2 4 3 2 4 4 2 5 2 5 1 2 5 2 2 5 3 2 6 2 7 2 7 1 2 1 2 2 7 3 Turning Your Notebook On and Off eeess 2 1 Turning Your Notebook OV netu tpa b baba bit 2 2 Turning Your Notebook Off oooooonccccccccccncccccccccoononcnoncncnnnnnnananoncnnnncnn 2 2 Logging Off ei 2 2 Adding User Accounts osaansa a 2 3 Standby A EH 2 3 Tips for Using Windows nn 2 5 Microsoft Windows XP Help 2222 2 6 Windows DesktOP cooooococcccncccccccnoconocccccnncconnnnnnnnnncnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnncnnnnnnns 2 7 Desktop Cleanup WIZSEFQ na 2 8 Salis BUTOI it UAR ADU AM RS DUE 2 8 WAS KDa answers are 2 9 Notification Area System Tray 2 9 Recycle BIN Mee S 2 9 Control PATHOL aio A 2 10 My COMPUTE aan 2 10 Keyboard and Touch Pad 2 11 Numeric Keypad ii iia 2 12 Keyboard Shortcuts dae 2 12 Windows Logo Key Functions cues sisssnaadiancileinallcie 2 13 SUCKVISGyS Na act ra a MAD Ca a NL M MCN ME 2 14 Tete dace do Mx dme e EE 2 16 Customizing the Touch Pad a 2 16 A a 2 17 Personalizing Your Desktop oooooc
58. of reasons why you may want or need to run the BIOS Setup program You have set up the computer for the first time and you got a message stating that you should run the BIOS Setup program You want to redefine the communication ports to prevent any conflicts You want to change the password or make other changes to the security setup SI The few examples listed above are by no means a complete list 6 2 6 The BIOS Setup Program 6 2 1 Accessing the BIOS Setup program To access the BIOS Setup program press the F2 key as soon as the computer starts up and you see the Phoenix BIOS screen PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help System Time 19 34 35 System Date 01 01 2005 Hard Disk Hard Disk model name capacity Quiet Boot Enabled Power on display Auto Selected LCD Display stretch Enabled System Memory 640 KB Extended Memory 1022 MB BIOS Ver XXXXX Language English US Fl Help N Select Item F5 F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Esc Exit lt gt Select Menu Enter Select Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit The Menu Bar The top of the Setup screen has a menu bar with the following selections Main Allows the user to configure standard IBM PC AT system parameters Advanced Allows the user to configure advanced system settings Security Allows the user to configure security system settings Boot Allows the user to specify the order in which the notebook
59. ook 3 1 5 Precautions Do not spill liquids on the keyboard If liquid is spilt on the keyboard turn your notebook off immediately Leave off overnight to let it completely dry out before using it again Do not turn off your notebook if a drive light indicates a drive is active Turning off your notebook while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk the drive or both Keep your notebook and disks away from objects that generate strong magnetic fields such as stereo speakers Information on disks is stored magnetically Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important files Scan all new files for viruses This precaution is especially important for files you receive via email disk or download from the Internet You will need a special program to scan for viruses For further information talk to your computer dealer 3 3 3 Caring for Your Notebook 3 4 3 2 Traveling Y Vv V V WV 3 Caring for Your Notebook Identifying Your Notebook Packing Your Notebook Setting a Password Travel Tips If Your Notebook Is Lost or Stolen 3 5 3 Caring for Your Notebook 3 2 1 Identifying Your Notebook Attach a nametag or business card to your notebook or use a permanent marker or stencil to write a unique identifying mark such as your driver s license number on the case Create a file on the Desktop called if found Place information such as your name address and telephone number in this file
60. ou can also choose your own images by choosing Browse and specifying images in a directory The Position pull down menu lets you either Tile your selected image Center places one copy of the image in the center of the screen or Stretch enlarges it to fit the screen To accept the settings click OK and close the Display Properties window 2 4 2 Choosing a Screen Saver Control Panel gt Appearance and Themes gt Pick a task gt Choose a screen saver Select a screen saver from the Screen saver pull down menu or click None if you prefer not to activate a screen saver You can customize your screen saver by choosing Settings To check your selections click Preview To accept the settings click OK and close the Display Properties window 2 4 3 Choosing a Desktop Theme Desktop themes change the appearance of your desktop and add sound effects Control Panel gt Appearance and Themes gt Pick a task gt Change the computer s theme Select a theme from the Theme pull down menu in the Display Properties Window and then click OK 2 4 4 Creating a Shortcut on the Desktop A shortcut is an icon that is placed on the desktop let you quickly access programs files folders and drivers To create a shortcut Open My Computer or Windows Explorer and highlight the file or program you want to create a shortcut to Click and hold down the right Touch Pad button drag the highlighted item to the Windows desktop and then rel
61. rtable Laptop Presentation Always On Minimal Power Management Max Battery When computer is C Plugged in Tum off monitor After 20 mins After 5 mins Tum off hard disks Never After 10 mins System standby Never Never System hibemates Never After 15 mins Windows XP automatically chooses the SpeedStep mode to find the most appropriate speed for your processor according to the Power Scheme you choose and your current system demands 5 6 5 The Power System 5 2 Battery Battery Performance Checking the Battery Charge Power Meter Low Battery Warning Charging the Battery Removing a Battery Installing a Battery Storing a Battery Working With Extra Battery Packs Vv Vv VV VW VW VV WV V Y Maximizing Battery Life 5 7 5 The Power System 5 2 1 Battery Performance The performance of the battery can vary depending on operating conditions Your battery may last less time if you are running power intensive programs playing CDs or DVDs using PC Cards or have high display brightness settings The Power Management Options can be set to alert you when the battery charge is low Ensure any battery you use is compatible Failure to do so may risk fire or explosion For more details on purchasing compatible batteries contact your notebook retailer Batteries should never be disposed of with household waste Contact your local waste disposal or environmental agency
62. ry e Two SO DIMM with 512MB 1GB modules Upgradable to 2GB memory by two SO DIMM e Easy install from bottom side VGA Board Nvidia G73M 256MB memory Display Supports 14 1 WXGA TFT color LCD Keyboard 86 87 90 keys support with 101 102 key emulation without stick point 2 5 0 0 3mm stroke 5 1 0 3mm total height e Supports Windows key and Application keys Multi language support HDD 9 5mm height 2 5 HDD Easily removable e PCI Bus Master Enhanced IDE Supports SATA 1 5Gb s 150MB s Specifications Select Bay Devices e 5 25 12 7mm height 24X DVD CD RW Combo 5 25 12 7mm height 8X DVD Super Multi devices Options 512MB IGB SO DIMM DDR II Li Ion Battery pack PCI E Wireless module Bluetooth Ver 2 0 module with USB2 0 interface Pointing Device Touch Pad with two buttons Left button Right button Finger printer I O Ports USB 2 0 ports x 3 e VGA port 15 pins x 1 S Video out port x 1 e Microphone in x 1 Headphone out jack x 1 e DC in jack x 1 RJ 11 jack for 56Kbps V 92 Modem US Canada UK Germany French e RJ 45 jack x 1 e Kensington lock x 1 ExpressCard 54 x 1 e PCMCIA slot x 1 3 in 1 card reader for SD MMC MS Built in microphone PCMCIA Card Organization e ENE CB714 included Card bus Flashcard Reader controller e PC Card 95 supported with one type II No type III support card sockets No ZV Port support e Power switch
63. sword If there is an old password then setup will prompt with the following window instead and a current password will be required to be entered at first Set Supervisor Password Enter Current Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password User can type password in field of Enter New Password and re enter password in field of Confirm New Password for verification If verification OK Setup Notice Changes have been saved Continue The supervisor password is set complete after user press Enter If verification fails Setup Warning Passwords do not match Re enter Password Continue If password on boot is required the password must be set otherwise it cannot be enabled The formats of the password are as follows Length No more than 8 characters Characters Alphanumeric keys only The shift status Ctrl Shift Alt and Capital are ignored 6 10 6 The BIOS Setup Program Built in HDD Status Set HDD Password is set Clear HDD Password is not set Password on boot Enabled Enables Password entry on boot Disabled Disabled Password entry on boot Built in HDD Password Select User Only For normal user entering HDD password User Master Master password must be set first before user password can be configured Set HDD User Password Set HDD Master Password Enter this field always shows the message While this field is highlighted press Enter The follo
64. symbol that must be marked on the product indicates the product complies with BSMI standard R 31199 viii Modem Regulatory Notice BSMI 00 0000000 DODODO DO 0000000000000 S pod000000 OOUUUUUU I cse fet A HFG BS MI RS AD LL B SUC ELI ER REGE ER ml Ae BS EEA AS RED LEE ERST EBE E PE spiri PR gt LM ET AE E o RE FIC ae ER E RR 3 HAR AO FH AYRE n Fa EA ASE gt 3 amp 3 159 ae ET E Hy DASS PAA JE IH ase fii RPE eG e HER li FUGA ERRE COTE AMAR ES MAR DOT TERE T RE 5E etr FECIT il ABRAS 2t 1C 77 3 ER FECIT IR EL PIU TR 18115 oni BL Ee 255 EB BRE V ase Bi x E S EHER ras PL SEBA AA ER E e ALI AAA AER MER mo A A DEREN Macrovision License of Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by methods and claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering of disassembly is prohibited Specifications Specifications CPU e Intel Yonah Processors FSB 667 MHz 2MB L2 Dual Core Single Core Up to Intel s roadmap Chipset e Intel Calistoga PM 945PM for discrete video ICH7 M 533 667MHz FSB support Memory Supports DDR II 533 667MHz No on board memo
65. t as often as possible as battery life expectancy is affected by the number of times it is charged 5 1 1 Power Management Modes 5 1 1 1 Standby Mode This mode conserves power by switching off the hard drive and display after a preset period of inactivity a time out When standby mode is exited your notebook will return to the same operating state it was before entering standby A If your notebook loses power from both the electrical outlet and the battery while in standby mode data may be lost To enter standby mode in Windows XP Start gt Turn off computer gt Stand By Or set your notebook to go to Standby mode e When you close the lid of your notebook e When you press the power button e When you press the sleep hot key The settings can be accessed via the Advanced tab in Power Options Properties Start gt Control Panel gt Pick a category gt Performance and Maintenance gt Power Options To exit standby mode press the power button You can not exit standby mode by pressing a key or touching the Touch Pad 5 2 5 The Power System 5 1 1 2 Hibernate Mode In Hibernate mode power is conserved by system data being copied to the hard drive and your notebook is completely shut down When Hibernate mode is exited your notebook will return to the same operating state it was in before entering Hibernate mode Hibernate mode can be enabled disabled in the Power Options Properties window If enabled your not
66. t with the FCC Your telephone company may make changes in this facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment If they do you will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service If this equipment should fail to operate properly disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the problem If the problem is with the equipment discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor TBR21 This equipment has been approved Council Decision 98 482 EC TBR21 for pan European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries the approval does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance Modem Regulatory Notice Important Safety Instructions Read these instructions carefully Save these instructions for future reference 1 2 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table The product may fall causing serious damage to t
67. teger in the system but 32Bit SMI will occupy 1 MB and UMA frame buffer Integrated VGA uses only Extended Memory size Total memory size 1 MB 1 MB UMA frame buffer BIOS Ver This field displays current version of the BIOS Language This field allows the user to change the languages among English Japanese and French 6 6 6 The BIOS Setup Program 6 4 The Advanced Menu Selecting Advanced on the menu bar displays the Advanced Menu Each field on this menu is covered below PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Legacy USB Support Enabled Execute Disable Bit Capability Disabled Dynamic CPU Frequency Mode Dynamic Built in LAN Option Enabled DVMT 3 0 Mode Option DVMT Pre Allocated Memory Size Option 8MB Total Graphics Memory Option 128MB DVMT Graphics Memory Option 120MB Fl Help N Select Item FS F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Esc Exit lt gt Select Menu Enter Select Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit Legacy USB Support Disabled Disables the legacy USB support Enabled Enables the legacy USB support Execute Disable Bit Capability Disabled Forces the Execute Disable Bit Capability extended feature bit to always return to 0 Enabled Enabled Dynamic CPU Frequency Mode Always Low The CPU always runs at low power consumption and low speed Dynamic When the computer is in use CPU operation is automatically switchable when necessar
68. the following pieces of information regarding your current system PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help System Time 19 34 35 System Date 01 01 2005 Hard Disk Hard Disk model name capacity Quiet Boot Enabled Power on display Auto Selected LCD Display stretch Enabled System Memory 640 KB Extended Memory 1022 MB BIOS Ver XXXXX Language English US Fl Help N Select Item FS F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Esc Exit lt gt Select Menu Enter Select Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit System Time and System Date The hour is displayed with 24 hour format The values set in these two fields take effect immediately Hard Disk The hard disk information is displayed with the manufacturer and model name Quiet Boot Enabled Customer logo is displayed Summary screen is disabled Disabled Customer logo is not displayed Summary screen is enabled Power on Display This option is auto selected Displays on an external monitor if connected otherwise it will be displayed on the laptop LCD 6 5 6 The BIOS Setup Program LCD Display Stretch Disabled Disables vertical LCD stretch enables horizontal LCD stretch Enabled Enables vertical LCD stretch enables horizontal LCD stretch System Memory This field reports the memory size of system base memory The size is fixed to 640KB Extended Memory This field reports the memory size of the extended memory with an in
69. the notebook 1 4 2 Modem Jack The modem jack allows you to connect the notebook to a telephone line with a standard RJ 11 connector 1 4 3 AC Adapter Connector mu The AC adapter connector allows you to connect an AC adapter when your 5 notebook is switched on or off While the AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide power connectors and power strips vary from country to country Ensure you use compatible cable and correctly connect the cable to the power strip or electrical outlet Failure to do so may cause fire or damage to equipment 1 12 1 Introducing Your Notebook 1 5 Bottom Side The following picture shows the bottom side of the HGL30 notebook 1 5 2 3 6 4 a I o HDD Cover AE AA PA Battery Lock Switch 1 13 1 Introducing Your Notebook 1 5 1 Battery Pack With a charged battery pack installed you can use your notebook without connecting it to an electrical outlet For more details see 5 2 Battery To remove the Battery Pack 1 Move the Battery Lock Switch to the right Unlock position 2 Slide the Battery Release Latch to the left and gently pry the Battery Pack from the computer chassis 1 5 2 Battery Release Latch The Battery Release Latch secures the battery pack To release slide the latch and then remove the battery pack from the bay 1 14 Chapter 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 1 Turning Your Notebook On and Of
70. tic electricity 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 3 7 1 Delete the Finger Printer Data Saved fingerprint data is stored in the non volatile memory inside the finger printer Fingerprint data are recommended to delete before you hand over the computer the others or dispose of it To delete the fingerprint data do the following 1 2 18 Click Start gt All Programs gt Protector Suite QL gt Control 2 The Protector Suite Software screen is displayed 3 Click Fingerprints gt Delete 4 5 The Fingerprint Storage Inspector screen is displayed If other fingerprint data is still Click Settings Fingerprint Storage Inspector displayed on the list Select all fingerprint data and click remove Check whether all fingerprint data was deleted on the Fingerprint Storage Inspector screen 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 4 Personalizing Your Desktop Vv Vv V WV Choosing a Wallpaper Choosing a Screen Saver Choosing a Desktop Theme Creating a Shortcut on the Desktop 2 Operating Your Notebook 2 4 1 Choosing a Wallpaper To make your notebook reflect your style you can set background colors and patterns and the wallpaper on the desktop Control Panel gt Appearance and Themes gt Pick a task gt Change the desktop background The Display Properties window offers a choice of wallpapers Choose the name of the wallpaper you want to display or click None if you prefer not to use a wallpaper image Y
71. u press the sleep hot key 5 1 2 5 Hibernate Tab The Hibernate tab lets you enable Hibernate mode by clicking the Enable hibernation check box 5 5 5 The Power System 5 1 3 SpeedStep Your notebook is equipped with SpeedStep technology to better manage power consumption It changes the processor speed to find the best balance between your computing performance and power consumption needs Higher speeds enjoy better performance while slower speeds conserve more power In Windows XP the processor s performance level depends on the Power Scheme you select see 5 1 2 Power Options Properties You do not need to make any further adjustments to set the performance level Each preset power scheme has different time out settings for entering standby mode hibernate mode turning off the display and turning off the hard drive For example the Portable Laptop mode automatically changes SpeedStep modes depending on if you are running the computer on AC power or batteries in order to prolong battery usage while still providing optimal performance You can also individually alter and save each of these settings and schemes if desired Power Options Properties es Power Schemes Alarms Power Meter Advanced Hibemate el Select the power scheme with the most appropriate settings for this computer Note that changing the settings below will modify the selected scheme Power schemes Home Office Desk Home Office Desk Po
72. ume Press i Short g Press Plays selected media file l Long di Press Stops playing recording a Jumps to next media file l ress Long P Increases the volume ress Long Press Press the button over two seconds 1 3 1 Introducing Your Notebook 1 1 7 Keyboard A The keyboard includes a numeric keypad and the Microsoft Windows logo key See 2 3 Keyboard and Touch Pad for details on using keyboard shortcuts 1 1 8 Keyboard Status Lights Lo gt gt i EC x ax gt SO ram pvp ia Media Office TR GV 1 1 9 Touch Pad The touch pad works as a desktop mouse For more information see 2 3 Keyboard and Touch Pad 1 4 1 Introducing Your Notebook 1 1 10 Touch Pad Buttons The left and right touch pad buttons work as the left right buttons on a standard mouse 1 1 11 Finger Printer The finger printer allows you to enroll the computer with registered fingerprint This recognition device helps prevent unauthorized access by others For more information see 2 3 7 Finger Printer 1 5 1 Introducing Your Notebook 1 1 12 Multiple Digital Media Card Slot Supports one SD MMC MS card which is used in digital still camera and various forms of portable information equipment 1 1 13 Wireless Communication Switch Turns the wireless communication function on or off The wireless communication LED P on the front panel lights when the function is activated 1 1
73. viruses For further information talk to your computer dealer 3 3 3 Caring for Your Notebook 3 4 3 2 Traveling Y Vv V V WV 3 Caring for Your Notebook Identifying Your Notebook Packing Your Notebook Setting a Password Travel Tips If Your Notebook Is Lost or Stolen 3 5 3 Caring for Your Notebook 3 2 1 Identifying Your Notebook Attach a nametag or business card to your notebook or use a permanent marker or stencil to write a unique identifying mark such as your driver s license number on the case Create a file on the Desktop called if found Place information such as your name address and telephone number in this file Contact your credit card company and ask if it offers coded identification tags 3 2 2 Packing Your Notebook Remove any external devices attached to the computer and store them in a safe place Remove any cables attached to installed PC Cards and remove any extended PC Cards Fully charge the main battery and any spare batteries you plan to carry with you Turn off the computer or put the computer into hibernate mode Disconnect the AC adapter Remove any extraneous items such as paper clips pens and paper from the keyboard and then close the display Pack your notebook and accessories in their carry case Avoid packing the computer with items such as shaving cream colognes perfumes or food Protect the computer the batteries and the hard drive from hazards such as extrem
74. we uiis pas seco scii a ii cie 4 5 Chapter 5 The Power System 51 Power Management ainia 5 1 5 1 1 Power Management MOdeS cccccccccnonnccccccccccnnnnnanananncnnccnnnncnnnnnnns 5 2 5 1 2 Power Options PropertieS ccccceeceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeees 5 4 5 1 3 ODBOUdS IODU n S ice erect EE 5 6 9 2 A T 5 7 5 2 1 Battery PerforManCe occoononocccccncncccncnnnnonncncnnncnnnnnnnnnnnnnnncnnnnnnnnnnnnanes 5 8 5 2 2 Checking the Battery Charge cooononcccccccnncccnccncconcccccccononnnnnnanannnnnnos 5 8 5 2 3 Power Meter pu E E 5 8 5 2 4 Low Battery Warning oooococnnncccnnnnccccnccccnnnnnnnannnnncnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnos 5 9 52 5 Charging the Battery io oett ia 5 9 5 2 6 Removing the Battery nen ae ee 5 9 5 2 7 Installing a Battery ooooooccccccccnnccccononcccnonononononananancnnncnnnnnnnnnannnnnnos 5 10 528 Songs Balley sce sees tds o A SOR UU CER p Uo Oa cef 5 10 5 2 9 Working With Extra Battery PackS oooooccccinnnncnccccnnncccninncananncinon 5 10 5 2 10 Maximizing Battery Life ooononnnicnnnnnnncnnnnnnconncccccccnnnnnnnannnnnnnnnos 5 10 Chapter 6 The BIOS Setup Program 6 1 INTOdUCI ON cui ii ia 6 1 6 2 Navigating through the BIOS Setup Program 6 2 6 2 1 Accessing the BIOS Setup Program cccccccnnnnonoccccccccccnnnnnanannncnnnnnnn 6 3 6 22 Launching SUDMONUS ient rtt tutt eae inne ntn detinet 6 4
75. wing message is shown Set HDD Master Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password If there is an old password then setup will prompt with the following window instead and a current password will be required to be entered at first Set HDD Master Password Enter Current Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password User can type password in field of Enter New Password and re enter password in field of Confirm New Password for verification If verification OK Setup Notice Changes have been saved Continue The HDD password is set complete after user press Enter If verification fails Setup Warning Passwords do not match Re enter Password Continue If password on boot is required the password must be set otherwise it cannot be enabled The formats of the password are as follows Length No more than 8 characters 6 11 6 The BIOS Setup Program Characters Alphanumeric keys only The shift status Ctrl Shift Alt and Capital are ignored Trusted Platform Module Setting Option PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Trusted Platform Module Setting Option Item Specific Help Security Chip State Enabled Deactivated Trusted Platform Support Disabled Fl Help N Select Item FS F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Esc Exit lt gt Select Menu Enter Select Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit Security Chip State Enabled a
76. y Build in LAN Option Disabled Disables built in LAN Enabled Enables built in LAN 6 7 6 The BIOS Setup Program DVMT 3 0 Mode Option Select the configuration of DVMT 3 0 Graphics Memory that Driver will allocate for use by the Internal Graphics Device Fixed DVMT Combo Pre Allocated Memory Size Option Select the amount of Pre Allocated Graphics Memory for use by the Internal Graphics Device IMB SMB Total Graphics Memory Option Select the amount of total graphics memory Pre Allocated Fixed DVMT for use by the Internal Graphics Device 64MB 128MB MaxDVMT DYMT Graphics Memory Option DVMT Graphics Memory Size 6 8 6 The BIOS Setup Program 6 5 The Security Menu The notebook s advanced security system allows you to set a password to prevent unauthorized access to system resources data and the BIOS Setup program This section covers each Security parameter Selecting Security from the menu bar displays the Security menu A Note about Passwords The BIOS Setup program allows you to specify passwords in the Security menu The passwords control access to the BIOS and certain Security menu options during system startup Passwords are not case sensitive A password can be entered using either upper or lower case letters it makes no difference When you choose your password it should be composed of characters A Z 0 9 and eight characters in length NOTE The administr
77. y travel assistance it offers to users of portable computers e When traveling by air ensure that you have a charged battery available in case you are asked to turn on the computer e Before you use the computer on an airplane verify that such usage is permitted Some airlines forbid the use of electronic devices during the flight All airlines forbid the use of electronic devices during takeoff and landing Never walk your notebook through a metal detector Send it through an X ray machine or have it manually inspected 3 2 5 If Your Notebook Is Lost or Stolen Call a law enforcement agency to report your notebook lost or stolen Ask that a case number be assigned and write down the number along with the name address and telephone number of the law enforcement agency If possible obtain the name of the investigating officer If the notebook belongs to a company notify the security office of the firm 3 7 Chapter 4 Peripherals 4 Peripherals 4 1 PC Cards and Express Cards Vv Vv ON V V Y PC Card Types Extended PC Cards Installing a PC Card Removing a PC Card Express Card Types Installing and Removing Express Cards 4 1 4 Peripherals 4 1 1 PC Card Types The PC Card slot supports one Type II card It also supports CardBus technology and extended PC Cards Type refers to the card s thickness not what it does a A PC Card is not a bootable device SI 4 1 2 Extended PC Cards An extend
78. y tub in a wet basement by a swimming pool or in the rain Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform maintenance or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm Avoid using the wired modem or LAN during an electrical storm as a remote risk of electric shock from lightning exists Do not push objects into air vents or openings of your computer or accessories Doing so can short out interior components and may cause fire or electric shock When installing memory modules ground yourself by touching a grounded conductive surface such as a device with a grounded plug Avoid touching the pins and leads on the memory module or internal circuitry of the computer When setting up the computer for work place it on a level surface Handle components with care Hold a component such as a memory module by its edges not its pins Safety Instructions If the battery pack leaks and the fluid get in your eyes do not rub them Instead rinse your eyes with clean running water and immediately seek medical attention Otherwise eye injury may result If acid leaking from the battery pack contacts your skin or clothing immediately wash it away with running water Otherwise skin inflammation can occur Operate the computer at the recommended temperature range of 5 C to 35 C 41 F to 95 F Store it at a temperature of 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Power Cord amp Adapter Warnings Read the installation

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