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1. e If the 3 5G module is on and the computer is Shut Down or Restarted the module will be off when the computer starts up e If the 3 5G module is on and the computer enters Sleep or Hibernate the mod ule will be off when the computer resumes from sleep 7 26 3 5G Module Modules Short Messaging Service In addition to standard internet services you may also send and receive SMS text messages using the 3G Watcher program if your service supports SMS Reading SMS Messages 1 The SMS message indicator E in the main window will notify you of any new messages received 2 Double click the icon B or select Tools gt SMS Express 3 Select the inbox folder and select any message to read it 4 You cannot receive any new messages if the USIM card becomes full so you will need to delete some of the messages in order to fee up space on the USIM card Creating and Sending SMS Messages 1 Double click the icon or select Tools gt SMS Express 2 Select File gt New Message or click the New button 3 Enter the recipient s number in the To field or click the To button to select an entry from the phone book and click the Message button 4 Type inthe message details in the message body area 5 Click the Send button or save the message to send later For more details on SMS see 3G Watcher Online Help from the Help gt Help Top ics menu 3 5G Module 7 27 Modules Sane ANS Password Warning If you set
2. Remove disks or other media Press any key to restart 8 2 Basic Hints and Tips Troubleshooting Backup and General Maintenance Always backup your important data and keep copies of your OS and programs safe but close to hand Don t forget to note the serial numbers if you are storing them out of their original cases e g in a CD wal let Run maintenance programs on your hard disk and OS as often as you can You may schedule these pro grams to run at times when you are not using your computer You can use those that are provided free with your OS or buy the more powerful dedicated programs to do so Write down your passwords and keep them safe away from your computer This is especially important if you choose to use a Boot password for the SCU see Security Menu on page 5 IL Keep copies of vital settings files such as network dialup settings mail settings etc even if just brief notes Warranty The CPU is not a user serviceable part Opening this compartment or accessing the CPU in any way may violate your war ranty Backup and General Maintenance 8 3 Troubleshooting Viruses e Install an Anti Virus program and keep the definitions file the file which tells your program which viruses to look for up to date New computer viruses are discovered daily and some of them may seriously harm your computer and cause you to lose data Anti Virus programs are commercially available and the de
3. Screen resolution Color quality Less More Highest 32 bit l H Start the NVIDIA Control Panel 1920 by 1200 pixel Use this device as the primary monitor Exte nd my Windows deskto p onto thi monitor Figure D 4 Display Properties amp NVIDIA Control Panel Video Card Options Note that card types specifications and drivers are subject to continual updates and changes Check with your service center for the latest details on video cards supported Video Features D 7 we Navigating the Control Panel Navigate through the control panels in much the same way as you would a web page Click on the headings menus and highlighted links for information Use the buttons on the top left to go back for ward etc The Help menus pro vide index and search features and direct links to the NVIDIA website etc Figure D 5 NVIDIA Control Panels Windows XP Information NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Access the NVIDIA Control Panel as indicated on page D 6 You may make changes to the video and display settings by clicking the appropriate menu item lt 3 NVIDIA Centro Panel RAIL Carnet Piei Weier bea Moat EEDA Cael Piste oe he oe oe ee li Change Flat Panet Scaling am ary te tet e bm w Eae dua aoa ee L oteti te dtes pm mmni Hee shee T Stee meea see tte e m y nets o e e tee I Agee Sie akee eg miee es Teg Be
4. Driver Installation D 23 Windows XP Information Updating Reinstalling Individual Drivers If you wish to update reinstall individual drivers it may be necessary to uninstall the original driver To do this go to the Control Panel in the Windows OS and double click the Add Remove Programs item If you see the individual driver listed if not see below un install it following the on screen prompts it may be necessary to restart the computer Go to the appropri ate section of the manual to complete the update rein stall procedure for the driver in question If the driver is not listed in the Add Remove Pro grams item 1 Click Start menu point to Settings and click Control Panel or click Start gt Control Panel 2 Double click System icon System icon is in Performance and Maintenance category 3 Click Hardware tab gt Device Manager button 4 Double click the device you wish to update reinstall the driver for you may need to click 5 Look for the Update Driver button check the Driver tab and follow the on screen prompts D 24 Driver Installation Driver Installation Procedure Insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual disc and click Install Drivers button Found New Hardware Wizard If you see the Found New Hardware Wizard dur ing the installation procedure other than when out lined in the driver install procedure click Cancel to close the window
5. s Headphone Out Jack Microphone In Jack S PDIF Out Jack Mini IEEE 1394 Port LED Indicators Vent Fan Intake Outlet DVI Out Port 8 HDMI Out Port 9 Combined eSATA USB Port 10 USB 2 0 Port 11 DC In Jack 12 Security Lock Slot LF Note that the eSATA port Mini IEEE 1394 Port does not support hot swap ping in Windows XP Make The Mini IEEE 1394 port only supports SELF POWERED IEEE 1394 devices sure you install the Intel Ma e SATA Port trix driver for e SATA sup port in Windows Vista te A Note that the Intel Matrix Storage driver is required to enable the e SATA port see e SATA Port Support on page 7 33 in Windows Vista System Map Front amp Rear Views 1 11 Quick Start Guide Figure 1 5 Right View Express Card Slot 7 in 1 Card Reader 2 USB 2 0 Ports RJ 45 LAN Jack RJ 11 Phone Jack Cla I USB Ports Note that the connec tions to the USB ports only fit one way do not force them System Map Right View ExpressCard Slot The ExpressCard Slot accepts either ExpressCard 34 or ExpressCard 54 formats 7 in 1 Card Reader The card reader allows you to use the most popular digital storage card formats MMC MultiMedia Card SD Secure Digital MS Memory Stick MS Pro Memory Stick Pro MS Duo requires PC adapter Mini SD requires PC adapter RS MMC requires PC adapter 1 12 System Map Right View Quick
6. I O Ports Four USB 2 0 Ports One S PDIF Out Jack One Combined eSATA Port USB Port One RJ 45 LAN Jack eSATA Port hot swapping supported in Windows One RJ 11 Modem Jack Vista only One Mini IEEE1394a Port AHCI mode supports hot swapping One DC In Jack IDE mode does not support hot swapping One DVI Out Port No HDCP Support One HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface Port with 5 1 Channel Support One Headphone Speaker Out Jack One Microphone In Jack a SS E nS a eee C 4 Specifications Specifications Feature Specification Communication Built In 56K Fax Modem Built In 10 100 1000Mb Base TX Ethernet LAN Intel WiFi Link 5300 Series 3 3 802 11a g n Wireless LAN Mini Card Module Option Intel WiFi Link 5100 Series 1 2 802 11a g n Wireless LAN Mini Card Module Option 3rd Party 802 11b g Wireless LAN Mini Card Module with USB interface Option Bluetooth 2 0 EDR Enhanced Data Rate Module Factory Option 1 3M or 2 0M Pixel PC Camera Module with USB interface Factory Option 3 5G Module UMTS HSPDA based 3 5G Mini Card Module with USB Interface Factory Option Quad band GSM GPRS 850 MHz 900 MHz 1800 MHz 1900 MHz UMTS WCDMA FDD 2100 MHz UMTS Modes Note that UMTS modes CAN NOT be used in North America Operating Windows XP SP2 Windows Vista 64bit SP1 Systems Home Premium Business Enterprise Ultimate Supported Power Supports ACPI 3 0 Supports Resume from Modem Ring Management Supports Wake on LAN
7. Specifications C 5 Specifications Feature Specification Full Range AC DC Adapter AC in 100 240V 50 60Hz DC Output 20V 6A 120 Watts Easy Changeable 8 Cell Smart Lithium lon 4400mAH Main Battery Environmental Temperature Relative Humidity Spec Operating 5 C 35 C Operating 20 80 Non Operating 20 C 60 C Non Operating 10 90 Physical 364mm w 269 5mm d 29 41mm h Around 3 2kg with 8 Cell Battery and ODD Dimensions amp Weight Optional SATA Optical Drive Module Options Intel Turoo Memory Robson NAND Flash 2G Combo DVD Drive Module Memory Card Module Factory Option Super Multi Drive Module Blu Ray Drive Module Fingerprint Reader Module Factory Option Intel WiFi Link 5300 5100 Series 3 3 1 2 UMTS HSPDA based 3 5G Module with Mini Card 802 11a g n Wireless LAN Mini Card Module Interface Factory Option Quad band GSM GPRS 850 MHz 900 MHz 3rd Party 802 11b g Wireless LAN Mini Card 1800 MHz 1900 MHz Module with USB interface UMTS WCDMA FDD 2100 MHz Bluetooth 2 0 EDR Enhanced Data Rate IK C Module Factory Option UMTS Modes Note that UMTS modes CAN NOT be used in North America 1 3M or 2 0M Pixel USB 2 0 PC Camera Module Factory Option C 6 Specifications Windows XP Information Appendix D Windows XP Information This Appendix contains information including control panel information driver installation etc for users of the Windows X
8. 6 for have plugged in and instructions on installing and configuring the video driver powered on 8 8 Problems amp Possible Solutions Troubleshooting Possible Cause Solution You forget the boot If you forget the password you may have to discharge the battery of the CMOS Contact your password service representative for help Password Warning If you choose to set a boot password NEVER forget your password The consequences of this could be serious If you cannot remember your boot password you must contact your vendor and you may lose all of the information on your hard disk The sound cannot be The volume might be set too low Check the volume control in the Volume Control Panel in the heard or the volume is Windows taskbar or use the key combination Fn F5 and F6 see Audio Features on page 2 very low 9 Audio Features on page D 4 to adjust The compact disc The compact disc is dirty Clean it with a CD ROM cleaner kit cannot be read The compact disc tray The compact disc is not correctly placed in the tray Gently try to remove the disc using the eject will not open when there hole see Loading Discs on page 2 3 is a disc in the tray The DVD regional The code has been changed the maximum 5 times See DVD Regional Codes on page 2 5 codes can no longer be DVD Regional Codes on page D 2 changed Problems amp Possible Solutions 8 9 Troublesho
9. Advanced settings Select the power plan that you want to customize and E y then choose settings that reflect how you want your l m computer to manage power ee Pees P a Change settings that are currently unavailable 6 My Plan 1 My Plan 1 5 r Power saver Battery Figure 3 5 Critical battery action f my Hi h erfa rm ance E Low battery level Battery icon ERATI Critical battery level Low battery notification Taskbar amp Batte ry On battery On k Jj i Learn how to conserve power Peet ee P a Advanced Settings 5 d P Low battery action H More power options SR Windows Mobility Center Pluaaed in Do nothing ad ee lefaults Shut down _ LI 7 4 r a 45 AM 3 10 Battery Information Power Management Conserving Battery Power ZE e Use a power plan that conserves power e g Power saver however note that this may have an affect on computer performance eee Mobility enter e Lower the brightness level of the LCD display The system will decrease LCD m i i The Windows Mobility brightness slightly to save power when it is not powered by the AC DC adapter Center control panel pro vides an easy point of ac e Reduce the amount of time before the display is turned off cess for information on a battery status power plans e Close wireless Bluetooth modem or communication applications when they are used and wireless device not being used status etc e Djisconnect remove any unnec
10. Feature Specification Video Adapter NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GS PCI E Video Card NVIDIA GeForce 8800M GTX PCI E Video Card Options 256MB GDDR3 Video RAM On Board 512MB GDDR3 Video RAM On Board MS DirectX 10 0 Compatible MS DirectX 10 0 Compatible MXM II MXM III Supports HDCP Supports HDCP NVIDIA GeForce 9800M GT PCI E Video Card o 512MB GDDR3 Video RAM On Board l l MS DirectX 10 0 Compatible Video Card Options MXM III Supports HDCP Note that card types specifications and driv ers are subject to continual updates and changes Check with your service center for the latest details on video cards supported BIOS o One 32Mb SPI Flash ROM Phoenix BIOS Storage One Changeable 12 7mm h SATA Optical Device CD DVD Type Drive see Optional on page C 6 for drive options Easy Changeable 2 5 9 5 mm h SATA Serial HDD Card Reader Embedded 7 in 1 Card Reader MS MS Pro SD Mini SD MMC RS MMC MS Duo Note MS Duo Mini SD RS MMC Cards Require a PC Adapter Specifications C 3 Specifications High Definition Audio Built In Microphone 3D Stereo Enhanced Sound System 2 Built In Speakers Sound Blaster PRO Compatible S PDIF Digital Output Keyboard amp Full Size Winkey Keyboard with Numeric Keypad Built In TouchPad Scroll Functionality Included Pointing Device ExpressCard Slot ExpressCard 34 54 Slot Mini Card Slots One Mini Card Slot for 3 5G Module One Mini Card Slot for Wireless LAN Module
11. Interface Ports amp Jacks A 3 Interface Ports amp Jacks Ey ee RJ 11 Phone Jack This port connects to the built in modem You may plug the telephone line directly into this RJ 11 telephone connection a Note Broadband e g ADSL modems usually connect to the LAN port RJ 45 LAN Jack This port supports LAN Network functions Note Broadband e g ADSL modems usually connect to the LAN port S PDIF Out Jack This S PDIF Sony Philips Digital Interface Format Out Port allows you to connect your DVD NA capable PC to a Dolby AC 3 compatible receiver for 5 1 or dts surround sound Security Lock Slot To prevent possible theft a Kensington type lock can be attached to this slot Locks can be 3J purchased at any computer store USB 2 0 1 1 Ports These USB Universal Serial Bus 2 0 compatible ports USB 2 0 is fully USB 1 1 compliant are for low speed peripherals such as keyboards mice or scanners and for high speed peripherals such as external HDDs digital video cameras or high speed scanners etc Devices can be plugged into the computer and unplugged from the computer without the need to turn the system off if the power rating of your USB device is 500mA or above make sure you use the power supply which comes with the device A 4 Interface Ports amp Jacks NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Appendix B NVIDIA Video Driver Controls The basic settings for configuring the LCD a
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13. You can allow the sys tem to choose a pass key for you You will then be prompted to en ter the generated pass key on your Bluetooth device Figure D 18 Passkey Option To Add a Bluetooth Device 1 2 3 4 ee o 9 Access the Bluetooth Devices control panel Click Options tab and make sure that Allow Bluetooth devices to connect to this computer check box Connections has a tick inside it Click Devices tab and then click Add The Add Bluetooth Device Wizard will appear Click to select My device is set up and ready to be found and then click Next Add Bjuriosit svice Wirard Add Alueteoth Deren Wirard f Select ihe Diustooth daca thal pou mant bo mid 3 Welcome to the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard Egi eiceciatetcareg mii ba hat Ethene patti ad ha ence docum Pen ei up out deine 1o That pe pgi cari ij i fa Kaj OP gps ear pp het Serve ae pes eae ee eo ee het ii kreaj on Foodies g bots raire at cote eth the deie dnd hen cki Feuch Pagan The Wizard will then search for any available Bluetooth devices within range Click to select the device you want to communicate with and click Next Select an appropriate passkey option and click Next LF Se Pees Sy ee ina ee Click Finish D 30 Bluetooth Module Windows XP Information To Change Settings for the Bluetooth Device 1 Access the Bluetooth Devices control panel 2 Click on the device you want to change a
14. 7 Open the Display Properties control panel and click Advanced button Figure D 4 on page D 7 to bring up the Advanced properties tabs 8 Click GeForce tab 9 Click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel Figure D 4 on page D 7 to access the control panel 10 The NVIDIA Control Panel can also be accessed by right clicking the desktop and then clicking NVIDIA Control Panel or from the NVIDIA Control Panel in the Windows control panel eS MNS SSS a me o a ee D 6 Video Features Windows XP Information Display Properties amp NVIDIA Control Panel Display Properties PR lca aay Themes Desktop Screen Saver Appearance Settings General Adapter Monitor Troubleshoot _ _ 4 Teit a eh Color Management GeForce 8800M GTX Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arrangement of your monitors i ae pup mian pu u erama damn pn mai r be Pe map i merle ebr lhon rle ce ind oes He ve haips D eka hae diy Dpi o Doe l RVIDIA ae dd y 7 J Petrem E fea Looking for the N IDIA Display Control Panel All of the NVIDIA control panels have been consolidated into a single application the NVIDIA Control Panel It can be launched from the Windows Control Panel or by right clicking on the Windows desktop Display 1 Multiple Monitors on NVIDIA GeForce 8800M GTX rm OS Le Me E pk te ein E pa i D je a aii ee i be pe fer peer aliy
15. A 7 Ne 4 ia Double click Check for updates button 3 Click Finish gt Finish to restart your computer The computer will now check for updates you need to be connected to the internet e SATA Support Click Install now button to install the updates See Intel Turbo Memory amp Matrix Storage Setup and Driver Installation on page 7 33 for instruc tions on installing this driver to enable the e SATA port 4 6 Driver installation Optional Drivers See the pages indicated for the driver installation pro cedures for any modules included in your purchase op tion Figure 4 3 Optional Drivers Installer Screen Drivers amp Utilities Bluetooth Module Note The operating system is the default setting for Bluetooth control in Windows Vista and does not re quire a driver See Bluetooth Module on page 7 2 for configuration instructions Wireless LAN See the appropriate install procedure for your WLAN module in Wireless LAN Module on page 7 6 PC Camera See the install procedure in PC Camera Module on page 7 12 3 5G Module See the introduction in 3 5G Module on page 7 19 and check the installation procedure Driver Installation 4 7 Drivers amp Utilities Fingerprint Reader Module See the install procedure in Fingerprint Reader Module on page 7 28 Intel Turbo Memory Technology Driver See the introduction in Intel Turbo Memory M
16. BisonCam menu 9 Goto the Devices menu heading and select Realtek HD Audio input it should have a tick alongside it 10 Go to the Capture menu heading and select Capture Audio it should have a tick alongside it D 38 PC Camera Module Windows XP Information BisonCap BisonCap is a video viewer for general purpose video viewing and testing and for ve capturing video files to avi format Pre Allocating File oes Space 1 Run the BisonCap application from the Start gt Programs All Programs gt Bison Cam menu it is recommended that you set the capture file before the capture You may pre allocate process see Set Capture File below the file size File gt Allo 2 Go to the Capture menu heading if you wish to capture audio check PC Camera cate File Space for the Audio Setup all camera modules on page D 38 and select Start Capture capture file in the 3 Click OK the file location will be displayed in the pop up box to start capturing the BisonCap program video and press Esc to stop the capture you can view the file using the Windows Pre allocating space on Media Player the hard disk can im prove the capture quali ty particularly of large l l o capture files by reduc Prior to capturing video files you may select the Set Capture File option in the File f ing the amount of work menu and set the file name and location before capture this will help avoid acciden f the hard disk has to do S
17. In order to prevent system problems it is recommend ed that you save the captured video file to a location other than the C drive see Set Capture File on page 7 15 limit the file size of the captured video see Pre Allocating File Space on page 7 15 or reduce video resolution see below To Reduce Video Resolution Output Size 1 Run the BisonCap program 2 Goto Options and scroll down to select Video Capture Pin 3 Click the Output Size drop box and select a lower resolution size in order to reduce the captured file size 7 16 PC Camera Module Modules Eliminating Screen Flicker If you find that the video screen in the BisonCap program is flickering you can try to adjust the setting in the Video Capture Filter options 1 Run the BisonCap program 2 Goto Options and scroll down to select Video Capture Filter 3 Click either 50Hz or 60Hz under Frequency in Property Page tab Property Page Video Proc Amp Camera Control W Auto White Balance r RGE gain Environment f Tungsten a Daylight Fluorescent Rotation Horizontal Vertical i I Figure Za 12 Video Capture Filter T Low Light Mode PC Camera Module 7 17 Modules Zoom The BisonCap program allows you to zoom the camera in and out 1 Run the BisonCap program 2 Goto Zoom and select Zoom Out Zoom In Figure 7 13 Zoom Setting a Out ave BO Snapshot Folder foom In We
18. and therefore does not require a driver Bluetooth Data Transfer Use the Fn F12 key com bination to toggle power to the Bluetooth module and check the LED indicator to see if the module is pow ered on or not see Note that the transfer of data between the computer and a Bluetooth enabled device is supported in one direction only simultaneous data transfer is not supported Therefore if you are copying a file from your computer to a Bluetooth enabled device you will not be able to copy a file from the Blue tooth enabled device to your computer until the file transfer process from the computer has been com pleted Bluetooth Module amp Resuming From Sleep Mode The Bluetooth module s default state will be off after resuming from the Sleep power saving state Use the key combination Fn F12 to power on the Bluetooth module after the computer resumes from Sleep 7 2 Bluetooth Module Bluetooth Configuration in Windows Vista Setup your Bluetooth Device so the Computer Can Find it 1 2 To Turn the Bluetooth Module On 1 Press the Fn F12 key combination to power on the Bluetooth module 2 3 Turn your Bluetooth device e g PDA mobile phone etc on Make the device discoverable to do this check your device documentation A Bluetooth icon fd will appear in the taskbar see sidebar You can then do any of the following to access the Bluetooth Devices control panel Double click th
19. and use a screwdriver to carefully push out the optical device at point WOTEBOOR COMPUTER pahur E o oa B EAEE ge OJ Jore 6 12 Upgrading the Optical CD DVD Device Modules Chapter 7 Modules Overview This chapter contains the information on the various modules some of which are optional which may come with your computer depending on the configuration purchased If you are unsure please contact your service representative The chapter includes information on the following e Bluetooth Module e Wireless LAN Module e PC Camera Module e 3 5G Module e Fingerprint Reader Module e Intel Turbo Memory Module Sa ea r ee eee Overview 7 1 Bluetooth Module eee The optional Bluetooth module allows you to connect your computer to Bluetooth ir vi oie mse enabled devices such as other computers desktop computers mobile phones print Aircraft ers digital cameras PDAs headsets etc using a short range radio frequency Mie use of any OR Use the Fn F12 key combination see Table I 4 on page I 10 to toggle pow electronic transmission de AN er to the Bluetooth module When the Bluetooth module is powered on the Co ally prohibited Make sure LED will be orange and the indicator _8 will briefly be displayed The operating iS Were AA System s Bluetooth Devices control panel is used to configure the Bluetooth settings ou are using the computer eae eas j in Windows Vista
20. gt Next gt Next Click Finish gt Yes to restart the computer See overleaf for information on enrolling fingerprints etc To install the Adobe Acrobat Reader software to read the file insert the Device Driv ers amp Utilities User s Man ual disc and click User s Manual button and click Install Acrobat Reader button oe E D 44 Fingerprint Reader Module Windows XP Information User Enrollment 1 E a ee Click Start gt Programs All Programs gt Protector Suite QL gt User Enrollment or double click the taskbar icon On ae run of the program you will be asked to click the button to accept the license and then click OK Click Next and select Enrollment to the hard disk and click Finish Click Next and you will then be prompted to enter your Windows password note If you have not set a password Protector Suite QL cannot secure access to your computer Click Next gt Next tick the Run interactive tutorial tickbox to run through the Fingerprint Tutorial Click Next for each window of the tutorial you can click the button to skip tutoria at any time Click the button above any of the fingers to begin the enrollment process for that finger Swipe the finger three times to enroll that finger Repeat the process for all the fingers you wish to enroll see below and then click Next Enrollment x User s Fingers i x 7 Enrollment is the process of creating fingerprint s
21. ta This will help prevent hard disk or system problems Pi Connect To Switch User Log Off Forced Off Control Panel EAS Default Programs Restart When the computer is on you can use the power button as a Sleep Hibernate hot key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds pressing and holding the power button for longer than this will force the computer to shut down Use Power Op tions Hardware and Sound menu control panel in Windows Vista to configure this feature If the system hangs and the Ctrl Alt Del key combination doesn t work press the pow pras o er button for 4 seconds or longer to force the system to turn itself off Hibernate Shut Down Sleep Power Button Sleep Sleep is the default power mode when the power button is pressed for less than 4 seconds You may configure the options for the power button from the Power Options Hardware and Sound menu control panel in Windows Vista see your OS s documentation or Configuring the Power Buttons on page 3 8 for details Turning on the Computer 3 3 Power Management Power Plans The computer can be configured to conserve power by means of power plans You ni Resuming can use or modify an existing power plan or create a new one Operation The settings may be adjusted to set the display to turn off after a specified time and Table 3 1 l e a gt to send the computer into Sleep aft
22. Currently connected to Ca Network com WLANI C Access Local only ml hi 11 20 AM Wireless LAN Module 7 9 Modules 7 To disconnect from the wireless network you can click the taskbar wireless icon I and then select Connect or disconnect to access the network menu and click Disconnect or right click the icon cee and then click Disconnect from Security Enabled i Networks Currently connected to Network com WLANT i 4 A Access Local only anf Click icon Connect or disconnec You should try to make sure that any network you are connecting to is a secure network Connecting to unsecure networks may allow un authorized access to your computer docu ments websites and files etc Security enabled network Security enabled network Set up a connection or network Open Network and Sharing Center Tina a I T lt a Network com WLANL Disconnect from a Connect to a network Figure 7 9 a Disconnecting mnm oe Turn on activity animation i Right click icon Turn off notification of new networks Diagnose and repair Network and Sharing Center 7 10 Wireless LAN Module Modules Windows Mobility Center The Windows Mobility Center control panel provides an easy point of access for information on battery status power plans used and wireless device status etc To access the Windows Mobility Center 1 Click Start
23. Driver Controls Windows XP Information To Enable Extended Desktop Windows Display Properties 1 Attach your external display to the DVI Out Port or HDMI Out port and turn it on 2 Click Start point to Settings or click Control Panel and click Control Panel if you are in Category View choose Appearance and Themes 3 Double click Display icon 4 Inthe Display Properties dialog box click Settings tab 5 Click the monitor icon e g B and make sure you have checked Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor and click Apply Display Properties Aa Click the appropriate mon Themes Desktop Screen Saver Appearance Settings itor icon e g B to be able Va Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arrangement of your monitors to select the option to ex Display Settings Extended tend the desktop on to it Desktop ee In this example the Primary reel eee a pes seal monitor J is on the left the ment you wish to use Display i 2 Plug and Play Monitor on NVIDIA GeForce 8800M GTX secondar y display 2 1s on Screen resolution Color quality the right You can drag any icons or windows iii J Mere Highestis2bi across to either display desktop 1024 by 768 pixels ES gS Fa which makes it possible to have one program visible in one of the displays and a different program visible in the other display Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor Figure D 7 Display Properties Ext
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25. Suclesee ieeeps Taking Still Pictures SSM Nee WS The BisonCap program allows you to take still pictures desktop Do not move this folder or an error 1 Run the BisonCap program may appear when you 2 Goto Options and select Take Picture NNN Se 3 The picture in JPEG format will be placed in the Snapshot folder A Jon the If you accidentally de desktop lete or move the folder you can create a new Snapshot folder on the desktop in order to cap ture the files 7 18 PC Camera Module 3 5G Module If you have included an optional 3 5G module see Communication on page A 5 for specification details in your purchase option you will have the appropriate software provided for your module Follow the instructions below to install the USIM card which will be provided by your service provider and then install the application Before installing the application make sure that the 3 5G module is on Use the Fn gt key combination see Function Hot Key Indicators on page I 10 to toggle power to the 3 5G module Make sure you install the drivers in the order in dicated in Table 4 I on page 4 3 1 Turn off the computer and turn it over and remove the battery 2 Locate the SIM card cover and loosen screw 3 Remove the SIM card cover TETA o aw WAASI Modules Figure 7 14 SIM Card Cover Removal 3 5G Module 7 19 Modules 4 Slide the SIMLOCK towards the hinge in the
26. and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel 2 Double click Windows Mobility Center Mobile PC 3 Click the button to Turn wireless off on or click the icon i to access the network menu Ta Figure 7 10 Fully charged Ilg mM Nodisplay igi TA a Connectea My aene Windows Mobility hp Balanced Volume Battery Status Wireless Network External Display No sync sanrneashiais s Mot presenting Sync Center Presentation Settings Wireless LAN Module 7 11 Modules ae PC Camera Module NASI ZAS Before installing the driver make sure the PC Camera is on Use the Fn F10 key EE E combination see Table I 4 on page I 10 to toggle power to the PC Camera module When the PC Camera module is powered on the indicator ___ will brief HOES WME TAS TUN ly be displayed Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 amp Utilities User s Manu al disc and any accompa I on page 4 3 nying insert pages for the latest updated information PC Camera Driver Installation on the PC Camera driver which may override the in 1 Insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual disc into the CD formation provided here DVD drive PC Camera Display 2 Click Option Drivers button say 1S E N 3 Click 2 Install WebCam Driver gt Yes a E a 4 Choose the language you prefer and click Next gt Next run while the default note 5
27. computer The operating system is the default setting for Wireless LAN control in Windows XP Access any available wireless networks from Network Connections gt Wireless Network Connection menu in Windows or click the icon M the taskbar and click View Wireless Connections Network Connections Bie ER Yem Favre Took akel Hb QO D FF js eran ii E LAS of Hegh bpeed Internet EH toed Area Correction rc wines Hetek Corrente HE sitar catie urghapae la ected rewie 4 i F 7 ne oe 5 i i Ji 18 Conmechon i ae Network Connection Use the Windows Net work Connections control panel to access available wireless net works Start gt Settings gt Network Connec tions or Start gt Con nect To gt Show all Connections Figure D 21 Wireless Network Control Panels Wireless LAN Module D 35 Windows XP Information PC Camera Module a Before installing the optional PC Camera module driver use the Fn F10 key com Taking Still Pictures f bination to toggle power to the module The PC Camera module uses the BisonCap application to capture video files Double click the My Computer icon on the desktop or go the Start menu and point to My Computer then click it Double click the camera icon Click Take a new picture in the Camera Tasks box Bisonlam MB Pro SSS ae a ee D 36 PC Camera Module Windows XP Information PC Camera Driver Installation 1 Make sure the m
28. discharge then fully charge a new battery before using it Completely discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or after about 20 partial dis charges See Battery Information on page 3 10 for full instructions 1 14 System Map Bottom View Quick Start Guide g Windows Vista Start Menu amp Control Panel Most of the control panels utilities and programs within Windows Vista and most other Windows versions are accessed from the Start menu When you install programs and utilities they will be installed on your hard disk drive and a shortcut will usually be placed in the Start menu and or the desktop Right click the Start menu icon J and then select Properties if you want to customize the appearance of the Start menu Open me y e Default Programs l Explore PITAS p E lt r Search cies a gt w 3 e Properties 3 OOT OE ei aa Open All Users E h red Explore All Users m 2 7 er LA 2 x co Teika oad hae Lima Prepon E winds aoe i aaps 4 Ee TERETI Mindra Meeting Space Network a ay eee Cli to o toggle ategory View Figure 1 8 Start Menu amp Control Panel In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel The Control Panel is accessed from the Start menu and it allows you to configure the settings for most of the key features in Windows e g power video network au
29. get a message identifying the problem make a note of this message followed by the prompt e Press lt F1 gt to resume e lt F2 gt to enter Setup Press F1 to see if the boot process can continue It may work without the correct configuration Press F2 to run the Setup program and try to correct the problem If you still get an error message after you change the setting or if the cure seems even worse call for help The Power On Self Test POST 5 3 BIOS Utilities The Setup Utility The Phoenix Setup utility tells the system how to configure itself and manage basic features and subsystems e g port configuration Entering Setup To enter Setup turn on the computer and press F2 during the POST The prompt Press F2 to Enter Setup seen in Figure 5 1 on page 5 2 is usually present for a few seconds after you turn on the system If you get a Keyboard Error usually because you pressed F2 too quickly just press F2 again If the computer is already on reboot using the Ctrl Alt Delete combination and then hold down F2 when prompted The Setup main menu will appear 5 4 The Setup Utility BIOS Utilities Setup Screens The following pages contain additional advice on portions of the Setup Vee Setup Menus Along the top of the screen is a menu bar with menu headings When you select a heading a new screen appears Scroll through the features listed on each screen to make changes to Setup
30. lation 1 Check the driver installation order from Table D 4 on page D 23 the drivers must be installed in Insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual this order which is the same as that listed in the disc and click Install Drivers button or Optional Drivers Installer menu below button to access the Optional driver menu 2 Click to select the driver you wish to install after installing each driver it will become grayed out if If you wish to install the drivers manually see page you need to reinstall any driver click the Unlock Manual Driver Installation on page D 23 button 3 Follow the instructions for each individual driver installation procedure as listed on the following pages Re ES aa A S Drivers Installer Sz Ea A 7 Z 2 l p i om p ae S 2 Ss eai N EL a i ni he Insta be ya NEN eae ia Ae fine a nda art t oe see i si pee oe a gt Ca Smputing Ey 7 F f yS af L E d 2 se 7 ao Sass So eee os us lt P on eter einen airi bie Ath ees t CEIRSESIATAO DAVEE l 4 Tj i 1 d y Figure D 13 Drivers Installer Screen 1 Figure D 14 Drivers Installer Screen 2 D 22 Driver Installation Windows XP Information a Manual Driver Installation Drivers Installer application and D 2 as browse to the executable file in the Table D 4 Driver Installation
31. not enable this option in Windows XP or on a Windows Vista operating system that has been installed without the option enabled Intel Turbo Memory Technology also known as Robson flash memory is an Intel technology that reduces the time it takes for a computer to boot up to load applica tions and to write data to the hard drive Intel Turbo Memory Technology is sup ported in Windows Vista only it also supports Windows Vista features such as ReadyBoost ReadyDrive and Superfetch Intel Turbo Memory amp Matrix Storage Setup and Driver Installation 1 Start up your computer and press F2 to enter the BIOS 2 Goto the Advanced menu select Installed O S and make sure Vista is the selected option see Advanced Menu on page 5 8 3 Goto the SATA Mode Selection item and make sure AHCI is selected 4 Goto the DFOROM Robson Support item and make sure Enabled is selected 5 Go to the Boot menu see Boot Menu on page 5 13 Modules d e SATA Port Support Note that the Intel Ma trix Storage driver is required to enable the e SATA port even if you have not included an n tel Turbo Memory mod ule in your purchase configuration Follow the instructions provided here in order to install the driver Intel Turbo Memory Module 7 33 Modules aN JOR ReadyBoost Issue When the Intel Turbo Memory Console is opened immediately after powering on the system Windows ReadyBoost
32. passwords for any of the security mod ules NEVER forget your password The consequences of this could be serious If you cannot remember your boot password you must contact your ven dor and you may lose all of the information on your hard disk Fingerprint Reader Module The optional fingerprint reader Protector Suite Software provides a high level of security for your computer A further level of security and control is provided in the BIOS see Security Menu on page 5 11 The fingerprint reader and Protector Suite Software allow you to e Access or Lock your computer e Protect sensitive files e Display and file your favorite web pages e Fill in frequently used dialogs e Run your favorite applications If you have included the fingerprint reader in your purchase option you will need to install the driver as per the instructions below Make sure you have administrator s rights to your computer and have a Windows password enabled for full security protection Before beginning the enrollment process it is recommended that you go through the fingerprint tutorial To run the tutorial click Start gt Programs All Programs gt Protector Suite QL gt Fingerprint Tutorial after installing the driver 7 28 Fingerprint Reader Module Modules Fingerprint Reader Driver Installation 1 Insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual disc into the CD n DVD drive Help amp Manual 2 Click Optio
33. proce prong is an important safety feature do not defeat its purpose If you do not have access dures make sure that to a compatible outlet have a qualified electrician install one you have turned off the e When you want to unplug the power cord be sure to disconnect it by the plug head not power and discon nected all peripherals e Make sure the socket and any extension cord s you use can support the total current and cables including telephone lines It is load of all the connected devices Eoas HE EEE oe ae ee e Before cleaning the computer make sure it is disconnected from any external power move your battery in supplies i e AC DC adapter or car adapter order to prevent acci dentally turning the machine on by its wire Do not plug in the power Do not use the power cord if Do not place heavy objects cord if you are wet it is broken on the power cord VII Preface Battery Precautions e Only use batteries designed for this computer The wrong battery type may explode leak or damage the computer e Do not remove any batteries from the computer while it is powered on e Do not continue to use a battery that has been dropped or that appears damaged e g bent or twisted in any way Even if the computer continues to work with a damaged battery in place it may cause circuit damage which may possibly result in fire e Recharge the batteries using the notebook s system Incorrect recharging may make the bat
34. stalled in the order indicated see Driver Installa tion on pageD 22 for Windows XP driver information Module Driver Installation The procedures for installing drivers for the WLAN PC Camera 3 5G Fingerprint and Intel Turbo Memory and Intel Matrix Storage modules are provided in Modules on page 7 1 What to Install 4 1 Drivers amp Utilities Driver Installation 1 Check the driver installation order from Table 4 1 on page 4 3 the drivers must be installed in Insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual this order which is the same as that listed in the disc and click Install Drivers button or Option Driv Drivers Installer menu below ers button to access the Optional driver menu 2 Click to select the driver you wish to install after installing each driver it will become grayed out If you need to reinstall any driver click the Unlock button you should uninstall the driver first 3 Follow the instructions for each individual driver installation procedure as listed on the following pages 4 Drivers Installer Figure 4 I Drivers Installer Screen 1 Figure 4 2 Drivers Installer Screen 2 4 2 Driver Installation Drivers amp Utilities Manual Driver Installation Driver Page Click the Browse CD button in the Drivers Installer application and browse to the executable file in the ap propriate driver folder Modem Page4
35. time you turn on the computer the system takes a few seconds to conduct a POST including a quick test of the on board RAM memory As the POST proceeds the computer will tell you if there is anything wrong If there is a problem that prevents the system from booting it will display a system summary and prompt you to run Setup If there are no problems the Setup prompt will disappear and the system will load the operating system Once that starts you can t get into Setup without rebooting Phoenix SecureCore tm NB Copyright 1985 2007 Phoenix Technologies Ltd All Rights Reserved BIOS Revisions KBC EC Revision 64 1 Uw Ms af ol o t lo af Mam D of od ol lo PE Ooh af t 0 ol h a e lolol _ 1 loh a may Genuine Intel R CPU 2 40GHz 2046M System RAM Passed System BIOS shadowed video BIOS shadowe d Fixed Disk 0 FUJITSU MHYZ160BH ATAPI CD ROM Optiarc CDRWDVD CRX890S Mouse intialized Press lt F2 gt to enter SETUP 5 2 The Power On Self Test POST BIOS Utilities Failing the POST Errors can be detected during the POST There are two categories fatal and non fatal Fatal Errors These stop the boot process and usually indicate there is something seriously wrong with your system Take the computer to your service representative or authorized service center as soon as possible Non Fatal Errors This kind of error still allows you to boot You will
36. use the Shut Down button 9 can be used to send the computer into a power saving state Sleep Mode amp Mobile PC Battery A mobile PC in Sleep uses very little battery power After an extended peri od of time the computer will save any open docu ments and applications to hard disk Power Saving States You can use power saving states to stop the computer s operation and restart where you left off Sleep is the default power saving state in Windows Vista Earlier versions of Windows used Stand By and Hibernate as system power saving states Windows Vista combines the features of Stand By and Hibernate into the de fault Sleep power saving state Sleep In Sleep all of your work settings and preferences are saved to memory before the system sleeps When you are not using your computer for a certain length of time which you specify in the operating system it will enter Sleep to save power The PC wakes from Sleep within seconds and will return you to where you last left off what was on your desktop without reopening the application s and file s you last used If your mobile PC in Sleep is running on battery power the system will use only a minimum amount of power After an extended period the system will save all the information to the hard disk and shut the computer down before the battery becomes depleted 3 6 Power Saving States Power Management Hibernate Hibernate uses the least amount of powe
37. using a third revert to speakers until the computer is restarted if you do not wish to restart the party application to computer then go to the Sound control panel and select Speakers as the default play DVDs etc you will audio playback device need to consult the ap plication s documenta HDMI Video Configuration tion to see the 1 Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI Out port to your external display appropriate audio con figuration the applica tion must support digital to analog trans lation 2 Configure your external display as per the instructions in Attaching Other Displays on page D 10 3 Setup your external display TV or LCD for HDMI input see your display device manual 4 You can now play video audio sources through your external display Ze NVIDIA GeForce 8800M GTX 9800M GT Video Cards HDMI Audio Support Note that NVIDIA GeForce 8800M GTX 9800M GT video cards do not support High Defini tion Audio through HDMI When connecting these video cards to an external display using an HDMI cable it is recommended that you use a third party video application e g Power DVD that provides appropriate audio decoding to play DVD s etc Alternatively you can out put audio through an alternative source to the HDMI connection NVIDIA Video Driver Controls D 13 Windows XP Information Power Management Features The Power Options control panel icon in Windows see page D 3 allows you to configure po
38. what your level please pay careful attention to the warning and safety information indicated by the X symbol Also please note the safety and handling instructions as indicated in the Preface Not Included Operating Systems e g Windows Vista Windows XP etc and applications e g word processing spreadsheet and database programs have their own manuals so please consult the appropriate manuals 1 2 Overview Quick Start Guide a Model Differences This notebook series includes two different design types however only one design is pictured in this manual a Drivers If you are installing new system software or are re configuring your computer for a different system you will need to install the appropriate drivers Drivers are programs which act as an interface between the computer and a hardware component e g a wireless network module It is very important that you install the drivers in the order listed in Table 4 1 on page 4 3 You will be unable to use most advanced controls until the necessary drivers and utilities are properly installed If your system hasn t been properly configured your service representative may have already done that for you refer to Drivers amp Utilities on page 4 1 for installation instructions Ports and Jacks See Ports and Jacks on page A 2 for a description of the interface ports amp jacks which allow your computer to com municate with external devices connect t
39. you can view the file using the Windows Pre allocating space on Media Player the hard disk can im prove the capture quali Set Capture File ty particularly of large Prior to capturing video files you may select the Set Capture File option in the Capture files by reduc i ing the amount of work File menu and set the file name and location before capture this will help avoid ac the hard dick hac 10da cidentally overwriting files Set the name and location then click Open then set the in finding space for the Capture file size and click OK You can then start the capture process as above video data as it is being captured Note the important information in Reducing Video File Size on page 7 16 in or f oce also Reducing der to save file space and help prevent system problems Video File Size on page 7 16 PC Camera Module 7 15 Modules Reducing Video File Size Note that capturing high resolution video files requires a substantial amount of disk space for each file After recording video check the video file size right click the file and select Properties and the remaining free space on your hard disk go to My Computer right click the hard disk and select Properties If necessary you can remove the recorded video file to a removable medium e g CD DVD or USB Flash drive Note that the Windows Vista system requires a minimum of 15GB of free space on the C drive system partition
40. 3 Right View 1 Card Reader 7 in 1 Card Reader The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards Push the card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device and can be accessed in the same way as your hard disk s Make sure you install the Card Reader driver see Card Reader ExpressCard on page 4 6 e MMC MultiMedia Card e MS Duo requires PC adapter e SD Secure Digital e Mini SD requires PC adapter e MS Memory Stick e RS MMC requires PC adapter e MS Memory Stick Pro Note The PC adapters are usually supplied with these cards SS a ____ m a 2 6 7 in 1 Card Reader Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer ExpressCard Slot The computer is equipped with an ExpressCard 34 54 slot that reads Express Card 7 34 and ExpressCard 54 formats ExpressCards are the successors to PCMCIA PC ExpressCard Slot Cover Cards ExpressCard 54 is used for applications which require a larger interface slot e g ae aa hg eee CompactFlash card reader The number denotes the card width 54mm for the Ex Card slot when not in press Card 54 and 34mm for the ExpressCard 34 Make sure you install the Express f use This will help pre Card driver see Card Reader ExpressCard on page 4 6 vent foreign objects and or dust getting in to the ExpressCard Slot Figure 2 4 Inserting and Removing ExpressCards ExpressCard Slot e Align the ExpressCard wit
41. 5 After installing all the drivers make sure you enable Windows Update in order to get all the latest security updates etc all updates will include the latest hotfixes from Microsoft See Windows Update on page 4 Card Reader ExpressCard Page 4 6 6 for instructions Hot Key Page 4 6 e SATA eSATA Support __ O Page7 33 7 33 Table 4 l Driver Installation Ve Windows Vista Service Pack 1 Make sure you install Windows Vista Service Pack 1 or a Windows Vista version which includes Service Pack 1 before installing any drivers Go to the Micro soft website for download details or contact your service center Driver Installation 4 3 Drivers amp Utilities Updating Reinstalling Individual Drivers If you wish to update reinstall individual drivers it may be necessary to uninstall the original driver To do this go to the Control Panel in the Windows OS and double click the Programs and Features icon Pro grams gt Uninstall a program Click to select the driver if it is not listed see below and click Uninstall and then follow the on screen prompts it may be nec essary to restart the computer Reinstall the driver as outlined in this chapter If the driver is not listed in the Programs and Fea tures menu 1 Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel 2 Double click Device Manager Hardware and Sound gt Device Manager 3 Double click the
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43. Appendix B Information on the NVIDIA Video driver controls e Appendix C The computer s specification e Appendix D Information on the Window s XP OS SSS SSS eee I a a e Overview 1 1 D Quick Start Guide Advanced Users If you are an advanced user you may skip over most of this Quick Start Guide However you may find it useful to refer to Drivers amp Utilities on page 4 1 BIOS Utilities on page 5 1 and Upgrading The Computer on page 6 I in the User s Manual You may also find the notes marked with a of interest to you Beginners and Not So Advanced Users a If you are new to computers or do not have an advanced knowledge of them then Notes the information contained in this Quick Start Guide should be enough to get you up and running Eventually you should try to look through all the documentation more boxes with the mark detailed descriptions of the functions setup and system controls are covered in the above to find detailed remainder of the User s Manual but do not worry if you do not understand every information about the thing the first time Keep this manual nearby and refer to it to learn as you go You computer s features may find it useful to refer to the notes marked with a as indicated in the margin For a more detailed description of any of the interface ports and jacks see Interface Ports amp Jacks on page A 1 Check the light colored Warning Boxes No matter
44. Click 2 Install Video Driver gt Yes 2 Click Next 3 Click Finish to restart the computer Audio 1 Click 3 Install Audio Driver gt Yes 2 Click Next 3 Click Finish to restart the computer Modem Drivers amp Utilities 1 Click 4 Install Modem Driver gt Yes 2 Click OK 3 The modem is now ready for configuration Ze Modem Country Selection Go to the Phone and Modem Options control panel Hardware and Sound and make sure the modem country selection is appropriate for you LAN 1 Click 5 Install LAN Driver gt Yes 2 Click Next gt Install 3 Click Finish Driver Installation 4 5 Drivers amp Utilities TouchPad 1 Click 6 Install Touchpad Driver gt Yes ve 2 Click Next gt Finish 3 Click Restart Now to restart the computer Windows Update After installing all the drivers make sure you enable Win dows Update in order to get all the latest security up Card Reader ExpressCard dates etc all updates will include the latest hotfixes 1 Click 7 Install Cardreader Driver gt Yes GH MCLE SON 2 Click Next gt Install To enable Windows Update make sure you are con 3 Click Finish nected to the internet Hot K Click Start and click Control Panel or point to ot Key Settings and click Control Panel 1 Click 8 Install HotKey Utility gt Yes Click Check for updates Security or double 2 Click Next gt Install click Security Center and click Windows Update
45. Click Finish to restart the computer book LCD is the selected 6 Run the BisonCap application program from the BisonCam shortcut on the duo o desktop or from the BisonCam item in the Start gt Programs All Pro After a camera picture is grams menu if the hardware is turned off use the Fn F10 key combina obtained on the default tion to turn it on again notebook LCD you may then use the Fn F7 to tog gle through the display modes give the screen time to refresh 7 12 PC Camera Module Modules PC Camera Audio Setup If you wish to capture video amp audio with your camera it is necessary to setup the audio recording options in Windows 1 Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel 2 Click Sound gt Hardware and Sound 3 Click Recording tab 4 Right click Microphone Realtek High Definition Audio and make sure the item is not disabled 5 Double click Microphone or select Properties from the right click menu 6 Click Levels tab and adjust the Microphone and Microphone Boost sliders to the level required 7 Click OK and close the control panels 8 Run the BisonCap application program from the Start gt Programs All Programs gt BisonCam menu 9 Goto the Devices menu heading and select Microphone Realtek it should have a tick alongside it 10 Go to the Capture menu heading and select Capture Audio it should have a tick alongside it PC C
46. DMI sup ports video and audio signals connected to the DVI connected Balanced Connect display Brightness Volume Battery Status External Display No sync p partnerships Not presenting Figure B 4 New Display ie Gandia Gaal Detected Sync settings Turn on Sync Center Presentation Settings Attaching Other Displays B 5 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Configuring an External Display using the NVIDIA Control Panel Alternatively you can use the NVIDIA control panel to configure any attached dis plays 1 Attach your external display to the DVI Out Port or HDMI Out port and turn it on 2 Goto NVIDIA Control Panel see NVIDIA Control Panel on page B 2 3 Click a and then click Set up multiple a E o pa Advanced Seting foriect a Ti Figure B 5 E om T U pIE BE top configuration has chan oaea aS piays s it ae i es cr Reverting in 7 seconds o yes mo Syrien imormaten Click to select the nView display mode you wish to use see page B 9 Select the display s you want to use if your display is not shown click My Display is not shown in the list or use the Fn F7 key combination and choose which display is to be the primary display 6 Click Apply gt Yes to save the changes Aia B 6 Attaching Other Displays NVIDIA Video Driver Controls HDMI Audio Configura
47. Eastern Europe India amp Most of Africa eds Aras v Cirrori Hegori We Selected China New Hagon r Table D 1 DVD Region Codes Figure D 1 DVD Regions D 2 DVD Regional Codes Windows XP Information Windows XP Start Menu amp Control Panel Most of the control panels utilities and programs within Windows XP and most other Windows versions are accessed from the Start menu When you install programs and utilities they will be installed on your hard disk drive and a shortcut will usually be placed in the Start menu and or the desktop You can customize the look of the Start menu by right clicking the Start menu and selecting Properties from the menu Open Actreghe Wrakken Explore Se 5 Search 47 Set Program Access and Defouts Properties ee Wirra CRo Open All Users Explore All Users 1 Network Connections jp Printers are Faxes eh Tasker ond Start Meris e 5i TIP La E L Ai Programs p Click here to toggle Category View Figure D 2 Start Menu amp Control Panel In many instances throughout this manual you will see an instruction to open the Control Panel The Control Panel is accessed from the Start menu and it allows you to configure the settings for most of the key features in Windows e g power video network audio etc Windows XP provides basic controls for many of the fea tures however many new controls are added or
48. JPEG format will be placed in the Snapshot folder on the try to take a still picture desktop o If you accidentally de lete or move the folder you can create a new Snapshot folder on the desktop in order to cap ture the files D 42 PC Camera Module Windows XP Information 3 5G Module If you have included an optional 3 5G module in your purchase option follow the instructions on page 7 19 to install the USIM card which will be provided by your service provider and then install the application Before installing the application make sure that the 3 5G module is on Use the Fn key combination see Function Hot Key Indicators on page D 5 to toggle power to the 3 5G module 3G Watcher Application Installation Enable power to the module by pressing the Fn E key combination If a Found New Hardware Wizard appears click Cancel Insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual disc into the CD DVD drive Click Option Drivers button Click 3 Install 3G Driver gt Yes Click Next click the button to accept the license agreement and then click Install When the next screen appears wait about 2 minutes before clicking Finish to allow the hardware to detect the 3 5G module The 3G Watcher icon i will appear on the desktop You can access the 3G Watcher application from the Start menu Start gt Programs All Programs gt Sierra Wireless gt 3G Watcher or by clicking the desktop ic
49. P OS Windows XP Information DVD Regional Codes 2 Changing DVD Regional Codes Go to the Control Panel and double click System gt Hardware tab click Device Manager then click the next to DVD CD ROM drives Double click on the DVD ROM device to bring up the Properties dialogue box and select the DVD Region tab to bring up the control panel to allow you to adjust the regional code DVD region detection is device dependent not OS dependent You can select your module s region code 5 times The fifth selection is permanent This cannot be altered even if you change your operating system or you use the module in another computer Geographical Location Most DVDa are encoded ice play in speciic regen To ply a U SA Canada r gonakzed DVO on pout Computer you must set pour DVO dave to 3 ply dacs from thst region hp solecting a geographer men kem the foomo ist Geneis Properties DYD Hegon Volmer Drive Detal CAUTION You can chanpe the seginn a im ed rember of times Ate Changes remareng reaches zero you cannol change lhe regen ever you minsial Windows of move your DVD d ve tn a citlesert competes Western Europe Japan South Africa Middle East amp Egypt South East Asia Taiwan South Korea The Philippines Indonesia Hong Kong a To Charge lhe cutani ragor select a geog aplec aisa ard then chok UF South amp Central America Mexico Australia New Zealand tho paral Samo N Korea Russia
50. Removal Warning When removing any cover s and screw s for the purposes of device upgrade remember to replace the cover s and screw s before turning the computer on Preface Travel Considerations Packing As you get ready for your trip run through this list to make sure the system is ready to go Check that the battery pack and any spares are fully charged Power off the computer and peripherals Close the display panel and make sure it s latched Disconnect the AC DC adapter and cables Stow them in the carrying bag The AC DC adapter uses voltages from 100 to 240 volts so you won t need a second voltage adapter However check with your travel agent to see if you need any socket adapters Put the notebook in its carrying bag and secure it with the bag s straps If you re taking any peripherals e g a printer mouse or digital camera pack them and those devices adapters and or cables 8 Anticipate customs Some jurisdictions may have import restrictions or require proof of ownership for both hardware and software Make sure your papers are handy YORE ANS Power Off Before Traveling a a E ND Make sure that your notebook is completely powered off before putting it into a travel bag or any such container Putting a notebook which is powered on in a travel bag may cause the Vents Fan Intakes to be blocked To prevent your computer from overheating make sure nothing blocks the Vent Fan Intakes whil
51. Start Guide g System Map Left View Figure 1 6 S Left View 1 Optional Device Drive Bay for CD DVD Device see page 2 3 Changing DVD Regional Codes CD DVD Emergency Eject Go to the Control Panel and double click If you need to manually eject a CD DVD Device Manager Hardware and Sound e g due to an unexpected power inter then click the next to DVD CD ROM ruption you may push the end of a drives Double click on the DVD ROM de straightened paper clip into the emer vice to bring up the Properties dialogue box gency eject hole Do not use a sharp and select the DVD Region tab to bring up ened pencil or any object that may the control panel to allow you to adjust the re break and become lodged in the hole gional code see DVD Regional Codes on Don t try to remove a floppy disk CD page 2 5 DVD while the system is accessing it This may cause the system to crash DVD region detection is device dependent not OS dependent You can select your mod ule s region code 5 times The fifth selection is permanent This cannot be altered even if you change your operating system or you use the module in another computer System Map Left View 1 13 Quick Start Guide Figure 1 7 System Map Bottom View Bottom View 1 Vent Fan Intake Outlet 2 Battery 3 Battery Release Latch 4 Component Bay Cover 5 3 5G USIM Card Cover a Battery Information Always completely
52. The Setup menus shown in this section are for reference only Your computers menus will Instructions on how to navigate each screen are in the box along the bottom of the indicate the configura screen If these tools are confusing press F1 to call up a General Help screen and oe aa for your then use the arrow keys to scroll up or down the page HE Rea el of BOM The Item Specific Help on the right side of each screen explains the highlighted item and has useful messages about its options If you see an arrow next to an item press Enter to go to a sub menu on that sub ject The sub menu screen that appears has a similar layout but the Enter key may execute a command The Setup Utility 5 5 BIOS Utilities Main Menu Security Figure 5 2 Advanced Main Menu PB 12 05 Item Specific Help System Date 04 18 2008 SATA Port 1 FUJITSU MHW2160BH P SA Aw Oita ee Optiarc DVD RWDVD CRX8 SMIMA Poirit 3 None lt Tab gt lt Shift Tab gt or lt Enter gt selects field System Memory 640 KB Extended Memory 2045 MB BIOS Revision Cees KBC EC Firmware Revision KKK KR KKK WiC wen cintaelee KKKKKKKE VBIOS Revision KKKKKKEK VBIOS Build Date he RS i System Time amp Date Main Menu The hour setting uses the 24 hour system i e midnight 13 1 pm If you can change the date and time settings in your operating system you will also change these settings Some applications may also alter data fil
53. VD Regional Coding Table 2 1 able 2 Geographical Location USA Canada Western Europe Japan South Africa Middle East amp Egypt South East Asia Taiwan South Korea The Philippines Indonesia Hong Kong South amp Central America Mexico Australia New Zealand N Korea Russia Eastern Europe India amp Most of Africa 2 3 4 5 6 anmenm DVD Regional Coding o 3 i General DVD Region Volumes Driver Details Most DVDs are encoded for play in specific regions To play a regionalized DVD on your computer you must set your DVD drive to play discs from that region by selecting a geographic area from the following list CAUTION You can change the region a limited number of times After Changes remaining reaches zero you cannot change the region even if you reinstall Windows or move your DVD drive to a different computer Changes remaining 5 To change the current region select a geographic area and then click OK United Arab Emirates Pel United Kingdom United States Uruguay Uzbekistan Vanuatu Vatican City Current Region Not Selected New Region Region 1 cance Optical Device 2 5 Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer ni Card Reader Cover Make sure you keep the cover in the card reader when not in use This will help prevent foreign objects and or dust get ting in to the card read er Figure 2
54. When I close the lid Change when the coenputer Power saver Banery We 99099 i sleeps Change plan settings Perfoermunce 90 Password protection on wakeup password reco ided ees n you fompi utei praia sleep no one can en een biter ut entering the c High performance Battery ide 99 pa danki ck the CANARE GIA aks pees set Si Range plan settings Peformance seeeus Don t uire When y your asians os from sleep anyone can access your data because the computer isn t locked Note Sleep is the default power saving state in Windows Vista Figure 1 10 Power Options 1 18 Power Options Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer Chapter 2 Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer Overview Read this chapter to learn more about the following main features and components of the computer e Hard Disk Drive e Optical Device e 7 in 1 Card Reader e ExpressCard Slot e TouchPad and Buttons Mouse e Audio Features e Adding a Printer Sa a a a eee Overview 2 1 Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer Hard Disk Drive N 7 Zax The hard disk drive is used to store your data in the computer The hard disk can be Power Safety taken out to accommodate other 2 5 serial SATA hard disk drives with a height Before attempting to ac of 9 5 mm The hard disk is accessible from the bottom of your computer as seen eas ell eine llicuacll below Further details on removing and inserting the hard disk are availab
55. When Not to Upgrade These procedures involve opening the system s case adding and sometimes replac ing parts You should not perform any of these upgrades if e Your system is still under warranty or a service contract e You don t have all the necessary equipment e You re not in the correct environment e You doubt your abilities Under any of these conditions contact your service representative to purchase or re place the component s Upgrading the Processor If you want to upgrade your computer by replacing the existing processor with a fast er new one you will need to contact your customer service representative We rec ommend that you do not do this yourself since if it is done incorrectly you may damage the processor or mainboard 6 2 Overview Upgrading The Computer Removing the Battery If you are confident in undertaking upgrade procedures yourself for safety reasons it is best to remove the battery 1 Turn the computer off turn it over and remove the battery 2 Slide latch towards the unlock symbol and hold it in place and lift the battery up and out of the battery bay Figure 6 1 Battery Removal Removing the Battery 6 3 Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive s can be taken out to accommodate other 2 5 serial SATA hard disk drives with a height of 9 5mm h see Storage on page C 3 Follow your operating system s installation instr
56. amera Module 7 13 Modules Figure 7 Il ao i 3 3 z fps Microphone Properties Audio Setup for PC General Levels Enhancements Advanced Camera Select a recording device below to modify its settings Microphone 7 Microphone Jl 100 e Realtek High Definition Audio ar Working Configure Speech Recognition Disable Show Disabled Devices Show Disconnected Devices Properties Right click Capture Help Devices Options Capture Help y BisonCam NB Pro Start Capture Stop Capture Microphone Realtek High Defini v Capture Audio Set Time Limit 7 14 PC Camera Module Modules BisonCap BisonCap is a video viewer for general purpose video viewing and testing and for H4 capturing video files to avi format Pre Allocating File 1 Run the BisonCap program from the Start gt Programs All Programs gt Bison apace Cam menu it is recommended that you set the capture file before the capture You may pre allocate process see Set Capture File below the file size File gt Allo 2 Goto the Capture menu heading if you wish to capture audio check PC Camera cate File Size for the Audio Setup on page 7 13 and select Start Capture capture file in the 3 Click OK the file location will be displayed in the pop up box to start capturing the BisonCap program video and press Esc to stop the capture
57. amples identifying the user Click a 7 button above a finger to enroll the selected finger K Fingerprint Enrollment Note that it is strongly rec ommended that you enroll more than one finger in case of injury etc lt Bax J next gt cancel Figure D 24 Fingerprint Enrollment Fingerprint Reader Module D 45 Windows XP Information 10 Click Finish 11 Click any of the headings under Learn more about to get more information on any topic 12 Click Close 13 Right click the taskbar icon to bring up the menu that allows you to Edit Fingerprints start Control Center access the Help menu etc You can also run the Control Center etc from the Protector Suite QL item in the Programs All Programs menu 14 See Help amp Manual on page D 44 for further details 15 If you swipe your finger over the reader at any time you can access the Biomenu to lock the computer register websites open the Control Center and access the Help menu E Protector Suite Software Fingerprint Control Center 4 Lock computer Fingerprints F _ ae A biker user s fingerprint templates GJ Registered Sites 2 lt s ihe tingerpnint sollware g Rogisiar amp Hei E Control Center pee uae Sa Tutonal Help D about af Elevate administrative privileges for user When gol need todo this willy 516P Figure D 25 Control Center amp Biomenu D 46 Fingerprint Reader Modu
58. and follow the installation proce dure Chipset 1 Click 1 Install Chipset Driver gt Yes 2 Click Next gt Yes gt Next gt Next 3 Click Finish to restart the computer Audio 1 Click 2 Install Audio Driver gt Yes 2 Click Next click Cancel if a Found New Hardware Wizard appears 3 Click Finish to restart the computer Windows XP Information Video 1 Click 3 Install Video Driver gt Yes 2 Click Next 3 Click Yes I want to restart my computer now button 4 Click Finish to rest9art the computer Modem 1 Click 4 Install Modem Driver gt Yes 2 Click OK 3 The modem is now ready for configuration Be Modem Country Selection Be sure to check if the modem country selection is appropri ate for you Control Panel gt Phone and Modem Options Driver Installation D 25 Windows XP Information LAN 1 Click 5 Install LAN Driver gt Yes 2 Click Next gt Install 3 Click Finish 4 The network settings can now be configured TouchPad 1 Click 6 Install Touchpad Driver gt Yes 2 Click Next gt Next gt Next 3 Click Finish to restart the computer Card Reader ExpressCard 1 Click 7 Install Cardreader Driver gt Yes 2 Click Next gt Install 3 Click Finish Hot Key 1 Click 8 Install HotKey Utility gt Yes 2 Click Next gt Install 3 Click Finish gt Finish to restart the computer Module Drivers See the following pages for th
59. ape after being dropped or any unusual smells emanating from the notebook battery shut your computer down immediately and contact your service center If the bat tery has been dropped we do not recommend using it any further as even if the computer continues to work with a dam aged battery in place it may cause circuit damage which may possibly result in fire It is recommended that you replace your computer battery every two years E a ee EE D 20 Battery Information Windows XP Information Battery FAQ How do I completely discharge the battery Use the computer with battery power until it shuts down due to a low battery Don t turn off the computer by yourself even when you see a message that indicates the battery is critically low just let the computer use up all of the battery power and shut down on its own Disable the Power Options functions in the Control Panel es pecially any Alarms unclick the tickboxes see page D 18 and Schemes change all the settings to Never see page D 14 As the battery nears the end of its life save and close any critical files How do I fully charge the battery When charging the battery don t stop until the LED charging indicator light changes from orange to green How do I maintain the battery Completely discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or after about 20 partial discharges Battery Information D 21 Windows XP Information Driver Instal
60. arty application to play revert to speakers until the computer is restarted 1f you do not wish to restart the DVDs etc you will need computer then go to the Sound control panel and select Speakers as the default to consult the applica audio playback device tion s documentation to see the appropriate au A HDMI Video Configuration Ba EE A 1 Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI Out port to your external display digital to analog transla 2 Configure your external display as per the instructions in Configuring an External Display using the NVIDIA Control Panel on page B 6 tion 3 Setup your external display TV or LCD for HDMI input see your display device manual 4 You can now play video audio sources through your external display LF NVIDIA GeForce 8800M GTX 9800M GT Video Cards HDMI Audio Support Note that NVIDIA GeForce 8800M GTX 9800M GT video cards do not support High Defini tion Audio through HDMI When connecting these video cards to an external display using an HDMI cable it is recommended that you use a third party video application e g Power DVD that provides appropriate audio decoding to play DVD s etc Alternatively you can out put audio through an alternative source to the HDMI connection B 8 Attaching Other Displays NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Display Modes Single Display Mode Only one of your displays is used Clone Mode Clone Mode simply shows an exact copy of the Primar
61. ault Format Speaker Configuration Full ange Speakers Bail ae 4 hi y Frontleft and right Virtual Surround AZ REALTEK ee Ti Sound Volume Adjustment The sound volume level is set using the volume control within Windows and the volume func tion keys on the comput er Click the volume icon in the taskbar to check the setting ye 9 30 Figure 2 6 Realtek Audio Manager Audio Features 2 9 Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer Adding a Printer 7 The most commonly used peripheral is a printer The following conventions will Parallel Printer help you to add a printer however it is always best to refer to the printer manual for After setting up the print Specific instructions and configuration options er attach the parallel ca ble to the printer USB Printer Connect the printer s Most new printers have a USB interface connection You may use any one of the parallel cable to the Par ports to connect the printer allel to USB converter and then plug the con Install Instructions verter into the USB port 1 Set up the printer according to its instructions unpacking paper tray toner ink car tridge etc Turn ON the computer Turn ON the printer Connect the printer s USB cable to one of the USB ports on the computer Windows will identify the Windows will identify the printer and either load one of its own drivers
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63. cel a a Se ee ee a E E B 10 Display Modes NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Using Display Settings to Enable Extended Mode 1 2 3 Monitor Identify Monitors Drag the icons to match your monitors hd Colors Highest 32 bit Resolution Low High 1024 by 768 pixels Advanced Settings a Cane Cae Attach your external display to the DVI Out Port or HDMI Out port and turn it on Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel Click Adjust screen resolution under the Appearance and Personalization menu or double click Personalization gt Display Settings Click the monitor icon e g B and make sure you have checked Extend the desktop onto this monitor and click Apply Click the appropriate monitor icon e g B to be able to select the option to extend the desktop on to it In this example the Primary mon itor i is on the left the secondary display B is on the right Display Settings Extended Desktop Use the control panel to drag the monitors to match the physical ar rangement you wish to use You can drag any icons or windows across to ei ther display desktop which makes it possible to have one program visible in one of the dis plays and a different program visible in the other display Figure B amp Display Settings Ex
64. computer aboard aircraft Use the Fn F11 key com bination button to toggle power to the WLAN mod ule and check the LED in dicator to see if the module is powered on or not see Windows XP Information Wireless LAN Module If you have included an Intel Wi Fi Link 5100 5300 Series 802 11 a g n WLAN module or 3rd Party 802 11b g WLAN module in your purchase option make sure that the Wireless LAN module is on before installing the driver Use the Fn F11 key combination see Function Hot Key Indicators on page D 5 to toggle power to the Wireless LAN module Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table D 4 on page D 23 D 32 Wireless LAN Module Windows XP Information Intel WLAN Driver Installation l oot ee 10 11 12 13 14 Make sure the module is powered on then insert the Device Drivers amp Util ities User s Manual disc into the CD DVD drive Make sure the computer has a working internet connection Option Drivers button Click 1 Install Wireless Lan Driver gt Yes Click Next gt Next to link to the required prerequisites on the internet Click Download button to download the Windows Installer executable exe file to the computer s hard disk Double click or click the Run button to install the Windows Installer file and follow the on screen instructions for file installation You will be required to restart the computer to comp
65. ct Secondary Click Context s Normal Drag Menu Special Drag Figure 2 5 Mouse Properties p Double Cick Speed noble Disable setings Double click the folder to test your setting If the folder does not open or close try using a slower setting Tray Icon Remove tray icon from taskbar 4 20 PM ClickLock ee an ee Static tray icon in taskbar 4 20 PM Animated tray icon in taskbar ME 4 20PM Enables you to highlight or drag without holding down the mouse button To set briefly press the mouse button To release click the mouse button again www synaptics com ta ao Cancel 2 8 TouchPad and Buttons Mouse Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer Audio Features You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sound control panel in Windows or from the Realtek HD Audio Manager jj icon in the taskbar control panel right click the taskbar icon fj to bring up an audio menu The volume may also be adjusted by means of the Fn F5 F6 key combination 4 Sound Manager Audio Devices sii System Sound Events gt Windows Media Player T Volume Control T4 Q Sound Recorder Right click the icon to access the menu above r Realtek HD Audio Manager i Cee speakers MISIS Digital Output Z Microphone 4 W gt wW Main Volume L D wa Speaker Configuration Sound Effects Def
66. cting WWAN Chung Wa Telecor Disconnect J x ra SIERRA WIRELESS 7 24 3 5G Module Modules 6 When the connection is successful a taskbar notification will appear as below F 4 EAR E Figure 7 23 Connected Taskbar Notification 7 You can then access the internet download e mail etc as per any internet connection 8 While you are connected the taskbar icon will be green ff it will be red ij when the program is running but not connected 9 To disconnect click the Disconnect icon 7 36 Watcher Wiew Tools Figure 7 24 3GWatcher Connected SIGRA amp WIRELESS 10 The program will disconnect from the service provider 11 The module will still be on and you will need to press the Fn key combination 3 5G Module 7 25 Modules 12 If you click the 3G Watcher close icon a message will be displayed asking you to click OK to confirm the program exit Figure 7 25 Exit Warning ah You have requested to exit 3G Watcher E Do not ask again xan 13 Exiting the program DOES NOT turn off the 3 5G module and you will need to press the Fn key combination to turn off the module pay careful attention to this aboard aircraft see Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft on page 7 21 14 If the module is on and the computer enters a power saving state then the power status of the module on resuming from the power saving state will be as below WATCHER
67. d turn it on Go to the NVIDIA Control Panel Click Display and then click Set up multiple displays Choose the nView display mode you wish to use ot Ra use the Fn F7 key combination and choose which display is to be the primary display Click Apply SE FA NVIDIA Control Pane tle Ae Yew gror Opiy bp Q se Ey Mowers semos Select a Tash osim OO ie Set Up Multiple Displays Manage 30 setting NVIDIA rivinw b ey apd ayer a tonedy how you oud ihe bo use yaa m ge dipi Core n gosi lor peeeerdatore ore oiy Dushiew i pedec a demaied Move CRT screen p ws riaan AER 1 Choose the niview display mode to use tn stings O ehy wie one captor Sete Manage Anam mke The same on both dsplays Oone Run meso Gipkey ra oO Conligeed txieoeralently from nach other Orhic son ah 5 hange Powerhtoer setro Valeo amp Tebevrwcn 2 Select the displays you would Mee to use Adjust vdeo coher gattino P IF Laptop Display Sampo Tech PO 7OFAI D My Siol it net 3 Tech PD Desorption A let of af the posibile Gepllay combeatuis Select the deplay configuration that matches your phyyscal deplay configuration on your Gok Typka usage scenarios e You have added of renewed a Gaplay from yar Syster O Stem dosam Ca Come Figure D 6 Set Up Multiple Displays Select the displays you want to use if your display is not shown click My Display is not shown in the list or D 10 NVIDIA Video
68. device you wish to update reinstall the driver for you may need to click to expand the selection 4 Click Driver tab and click the Update Driver or Uninstall button and follow the on screen prompts User Account Control Win Vista If a User Account Control prompt appears as part of the driver installation procedure click Continue Al low and follow the installation procedure as directed Windows Security Message If you receive a Windows security message as part of the driver installation process Just click Install this driver software anyway or Install to continue the in stallation procedure You will receive this message in cases where the driv er has been released after the version of Windows you are currently using All the drivers provided will have already received certification for Windows New Hardware Found If you see the message New Hardware Found dur ing the installation procedure other than when out lined in the driver install procedure click Cancel to close the window and follow the installation proce dure 4 4 Driver Installation Driver Installation Procedure Insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual disc and click Install Drivers button or Option Driv ers button to access the Optional driver menu Chipset 1 Click 1 Install Chipset Driver gt Yes 2 Click Next gt Yes gt Next gt Next 3 Click Finish to restart the computer Video 1
69. dio etc Windows Vista provides basic controls for many of the fea tures however many new controls are added or existing ones are enhanced when you install the drivers listed in Table 4 1 on page 4 3 To see all controls it may be necessary to toggle off Category View Windows Vista Start Menu amp Control Panel 1 15 Quick Start Guide Video Features You can configure display options from the Display Settings control panel in Windows as long as the appro priate video driver is installed For more detailed video information see NVIDIA Video Driver Controls on page B I To access Display Settings in Windows 1 Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel 2 Click Adjust screen resolution under the Appearance and Personalization menu or double click Personalization gt Display Settings 3 Move the slider to the preferred setting in Resolution Figure 1 9 on page 1 17 4 Click the arrow and scroll to the preferred setting In Colors Figure 1 9 on page 1 17 5 Click Advanced Settings button Figure 1 9 on page 1 17 6 Click GeForce tab 7 Click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel Figure 1 9 on page 1 17 to access the control panel 8 The NVIDIA Control Panel can also be accessed by right clicking the desktop and then clicking NVIDIA Control Panel or from the NVIDIA Control Panel in the Windows control panel i Video Card Op
70. direction of the arrow in Figure 7 75 in order to release the lock and lift it up Figure 7 15 SIMLOCK Open 5 Insert the USIM card as illustrated Figure 7 16 and close the SIMLOCK 6 Lock the SIMLOCK by pushing it in the direction of the arrow Figure 7 16 until it clicks into the lock position replace the screw and cover as per Figure 7 14 Figure 7 16 Insert SIM Card and Lock SIMLOCK 7 20 3 5G Module Modules 3G Watcher Application With the 3 5G module and USIM card provided by your service provider installed you may then install the 3G Watcher application The 3 5G Watcher application al Wireless Device lows you to directly access your 3 5G internet service from the computer Operation Aboard Aircraft 3G Watcher Application Installation The use of any portable oe lectronic t ission de 1 Enable power to the module by pressing the Fn F key combination E NE a oer ol 2 Ifa Found New Hardware window appears click Cancel ally prohibited Make sure 3 Insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual disc into the CD ng E pe sae f DVD drive o 4 Click Option Drivers button eea We A e se tne Fn Key com 5 Click 3 Install 3G Driver gt Yes E 6 Click Next the 3 5G module and 7 Click the button to accept the license agreement and then click Install check the indicator to see if 8 When the next screen appears wait about 2 minutes until the 3G sil ee A Watcher application app
71. display device click the sub menus under Video amp Television Click Change the signal or HD format Select the TV signal format the menu allows you to select TV format by country if you are unsure of your TV format Apply the settings and then click Yes to save the changes Figure B 10 0 oes ton Change the Signal or a F L 7 Change 1 the Signal or HD Format HD Format Hiag D atia Yau can change the syal lomu bo use fier pour dondar teeasan TY or high dette belevegesn HOT ga wal m change the i aiy parirati sga a iha HO TY dapin ioma f you ae uang an ADT Changs miio Charge Flat panei uaira Alant deakbop ender arliga L Sleg the belevidion you would like bo change Dotair display et Bel up mips dingley Wee Tegn Adel veios coker atiii aot ai ni tin Baiti pump a formal 2 Select the enenecter yoo would ikr ba ue ct tp censors YF A Srbi Wher eigen formal you wauki or bo ure E T onc Palos oT THp HOTE Efo EDTV 0s LOT The type of cable that connects the computer to the ava Tepo Lee EEE You we peng an HT Set Pal Lara A ee ore pT tien E anner ban s Yar HOTI a ec wiih a OVI ic mitir are yaw tiani in a crit i Pigha ually tegia corms bor Enabling TV Display B 13 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls B 14 Specifications Appendix C Specifications we Latest Specification Information The specifications listed in this Appendix are correct at the time of going to pre
72. e 6 3 Recharging the Battery with the AC DC Adapter The battery pack automatically recharges when the AC DC adapter is attached and plugged into an electrical out let If the computer is powered on and in use it will take several hours to fully recharge the battery When the computer is turned off but plugged into an electrical outlet battery charge time is less Refer to LED Indica tors on page I 7 for information on the battery charge status and to Battery Information on page D 18 for more information on how to maintain and properly recharge the battery pack De Conserving Battery Power To conserve battery power Lower the brightness level of the LCD display The system will decrease LCD brightness slightly to save power when it is not powered by the AC DC adapter Close modem or communication applications when they are not being used Remove any unused Express Cards from the computer Express Cards quickly use up battery power even if the system enters sleep mode Disconnect any unnecessary external devices Battery Information D 19 Windows XP Information Proper handling of the Battery Pack e DO NOT disassemble the battery pack under any circumstances DO NOT expose the battery to fire or high temperatures it may explode e DO NOT connect the metal terminals to each other DY Tuar le om r 1 cavan ie laallale Should you notice any physical defects e g the battery is bent out of sh
73. e Computer Can Find it es 1 Turn your Bluetooth device e g PDA mobile phone etc on Bluetooth Taskbar 2 Make the device discoverable to do this check your device documentation Icon To Turn the Bluetooth Module On If you cannot see the 1 Press the Fn F12 key combination to power on the Bluetooth module Bluetooth icon in the 2 A Bluetooth icon will appear in the taskbar see sidebar taskbar access the 3 Youcan then do any of the following to access the Bluetooth Devices control Bluetooth Devices control panel Click Op panel tions tab and make sure that Show Blue tooth icon in the notifi cation area check box has a tick inside it e Double click the icon amp 3 to access the Bluetooth Devices control panel e Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel and then click Blue tooth Devices Network and Internet Connections e Click Right click the icon amp and choose an option from the menu Bluetooth Dewees ed e a COM Poss Madea Add a Bluetooth Device Fiscaband nokais Show Bluetooth Devices Note that you will need to check the LED indica 2 tor to see if the module Et senda Pale is powered on or not Receive a File Join a Personal Area Network Open Bluetooth Settings Figure D 16 Bluetooth Devices amp Click Icon Menu Bluetooth Module D 29 Windows XP Information Figure D 17 Add Bluetooth Device Wizard a Passkey Options
74. e driver installation pro cedures for any of the optional modules included in your purchase configuration Bluetooth amp Wireless LAN Modules Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable electronic transmission devices aboard aircraft is usually prohibited Make sure the module s are OFF if you are using the computer aboard aircraft n Power Toggle for the Wireless LAN and Bluetooth Modules Enable power to the modules as follows Fn F11 Wireless LAN Module Power Toggle Fn F12 Bluetooth Module Power Toggle When the WLAN module is on the 2 LED will be green When the Bluetooth module is on the cp LED will be orange D 26 Driver Installation Windows XP Information Bluetooth Module The operating system s Bluetooth Devices control panel is used to configure the Bluetooth settings in Windows XP and therefore does not require a driver Use the Fn F12 key combination see Function Hot Key Indi cators on page D 5 to toggle power to the Bluetooth module 2i Bluetooth Data Transfer Note that the transfer of data between the computer and a Bluetooth enabled device is sup ported in one direction only simultaneous data transfer is not supported Therefore if you are copying a file from your computer to a Bluetooth enabled device you will not be able to copy a file from the Bluetooth enabled device to your computer until the file transfer process from the compute
75. e icon to access the Bluetooth Devices control panel Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel and then click Bluetooth Devices Hardware and Sound Click Right click the icon and choose an option from the menu Q Suetooth Devices o Add a Bluetooth Device Show Bluetooth Devices Send a File Recene a File Join a Personal Area Network Open Bluetooth Settings Remove Bluetooth Icon Modules Bluetooth Taskbar Icon If you cannot see the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar access the Bluetooth Devices control panel Click Op tions tab and make sure that Show Blue tooth icon in the notifi cation area check box Connections has a tick inside it Note that you will need to check the LED indica tor to see if the module is powered on or not Figure 7 1 Bluetooth Devices amp Click Icon Menu Bluetooth Module 7 3 Modules To Add a Bluetooth Device 1 Access the Bluetooth Devices control panel 2 Click Options tab and make sure that Allow Bluetooth devices to connect to this computer check box Connections has a tick inside it 3 Click Devices tab and then click Add Figure 7 2 4 The Add Bluetooth Device Wizard will appear Add Bluetooth 5 Click to select My device is set up and ready to be found and then click Next CET e a fT Device Wizard hie Welcome to the Add Bluctooth ee E3 Dev
76. e if Windows Vista Became o Gily 1S selected as the O S unexpected behavior ik Defaul Select AHCI mode in Sata mets Select Item Change Values Setup De aces de cite Select Menu Select PSub Menu Save and Exit Mode Selection if you have included an Intel Tur bo Memory module in your stalled O S Advanced Menu purchase configuration This setting tells the computer what kind of operating system you re using Make You should then enable f sure you choose the correct setting for your O S in order to prevent system problems support for Intel Turbo Memory from DFOROM Note If you select the Vista O S then the SATA Mode Selection menu will become Robson Support see available If you are installing the Windows XP O S make sure you have set the ap page propriate operating system here in order to prevent system problems 5 8 Advanced Menu BIOS Utilities SATA Mode Selection Advanced Menu This menu is only available if you select the Vista O S as your operating system You can configure SATA Serial ATA control to operate in either IDE native SATA Mode compatible or AHCI Advanced Host Controller Interface modes from this menu eeloction The SATA mode should be set to AHCI mode for this system unless you are sure your hard disk can only operate in IDE mode If you are unsure of the mode your hard disk supports contact your service center Note the following If you have installed the Windows Vista opera
77. e the computer is in use Preface On the Road In addition to the general safety and maintenance suggestions in this preface and Chapter 8 Troubleshooting keep these points in mind Hand carry the notebook For security don t let it out of your sight In some areas computer theft is very common Don t check it with normal luggage Baggage handlers may not be sufficiently careful Avoid knock ing the computer against hard objects Beware of Electromagnetic fields Devices such as metal detectors amp X ray machines can damage the com puter hard disk floppy disks and other media They may also destroy any stored data Pass your computer and disks around the devices Ask security officials to hand inspect them you may be asked to turn it on Note Some airports also scan luggage with these devices Fly safely Most airlines have regulations about the use of computers and other electronic devices in flight These restrictions are for your safety follow them If you stow the notebook in an overhead compartment make sure it s secure Contents may shift and or fall out when the compartment is opened Get power where you can If an electrical outlet is available use the AC DC adapter and keep your battery ies charged Keep it dry If you move quickly from a cold to a warm location water vapor can condense inside the computer Wait a few minutes before turning it on so that any moisture can evaporate Xl P
78. ears on screen as per Figure 7 17 before clicking Finish this allows the hardware to detect the 3 5G module Figure 7 17 3G Watcher Application 3 5G Module 7 21 Modules Figure 7 18 Add WWAN Profile 7 22 3 5G Module Setting Up a Carrier Profile Although the connection information is stored on the USIM card supplied by the ser vice provider you will need to set up the appropriate carrier profile from the 3G Watcher software 1 Power on the 3 5G module using the Fn E key combination Access the 3G Watcher application from the Start menu Start gt Programs All Programs gt Sierra Wireless gt 3G Watcher or by clicking the desktop icon Pi Click Tools and select Options Click Profiles and then click the Add new profile button w and select WWAN profile a Connections SMS Express Call History Phone Book Turn Radio Off Options Modules 5 You can then enter a new profile name or choose a profile from the drop down list provided by the software see the sidebars for information on the profile details Figure 7 19 p User Opti User Options 2 J Messaging 2 Network H4 Profile Details Profile Information Q SIM Settings Profile name Chung Wa Telecom Taw g aa Username MN Caeo lt _ Click General and or Ad LE Chang W Takeo a a A Mu Deogite APN Access Point Name vanced and the sub CETA Connection type Au
79. ed to do so note If you have not set a password Protector Suite QL cannot secure access to your computer Click Next You will then be prompted to enter your Windows password Click Next gt Next if you have the Run interactive tutorial tickbox selected you will run through the Fingerprint Tutorial 8 Click Next for each window of the tutorial you can click the button to skip tutoriaP at any time oe N 7 30 Fingerprint Reader Module 9 10 11 12 13 14 Click the button above any of the fingers to begin the enrollment process for that finger Swipe the finger three times to enroll that finger Repeat the process for all the fingers you wish to enroll See sidebar and then click Next Click Finish Click any of the headings under Learn more about to get more information on any topic Click Close i eee aed Enrollment xs User s Fingers Enrollment is the process of creating fingerprint samples identifying the user Click a button above a finger to enroll the selected finger Protector Suite QL Introduction Swipe your finger to display the Momenu BcCess point do olack ad urio yas computer oRegste ard repay ogon nfo for webetec and andicatons s Actes tyeten acct weer preference e Drol and manage fingerprint cotors More nfornabon about LPEX Gove eae Gea Cee Modules ANS Fingerprint Enrollment Note that it is strongly rec
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81. ee ee ee ae Overview 3 1 Power Management The Power Sources The computer can be powered by either an AC DC adapter or a battery pack AC DC Adapter Use only the AC DC adapter that comes with your computer The wrong type of AC DC adapter will damage the computer and its components see page C 6 1 Attach the AC DC adapter to the DC In jack at the rear of the computer 2 Plug the AC power cord into an outlet and then connect the AC power cord to the AC DC adapter 3 Raise the lid LCD to a comfortable viewing angle 4 Press the power button to turn On Battery The battery allows you to use your computer while you are on the road or when an electrical outlet is unavailable Battery life varies depending on the applications and the configuration you re using To increase battery life let the battery discharge completely before recharging see How do I completely discharge the battery on page 3 14 We recommend that you do not remove the battery For more information on the bat tery please refer to Battery Information on page 3 10 3 2 The Power Sources Power Management Turning on the Computer Now you are ready to begin using your computer To turn it on simply press the pow er button on the front panel Ze Shut Down Note that you should al ways shut your comput er down by choosing the Shut Down command from the Lock Button Menu in Windows Vis
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83. ended Desktop NVIDIA Video Driver Controls D 11 Windows XP Information HDMI Audio Configuration As HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface carries both audio and video sig nals you will need to configure the audio output as per the instructions below Windows Audio Setup for HDMI 1 Connect a device with HDMI support to the HDMI Out port 2 Go to the Start menu and point to Settings or just click Control Panel and click Control Panel then double click the Sounds amp Audio Devices icon Sounds Speech and Audio Devices in Category View Click Audio tab Click Default device Sound Playback and select NVIDIA HDMI Audio Click OK to close the control panel see overleaf of a Sounds and Audio Devices Properties PR F 1g ure D S Volume Sounds Audio Voice Hardware Sounds and Audio ER Default device A Devices Pro perties Fealtek HD Audio output NVIDIA HDMI Audio Sound recording A Default device A Realtek HD Audio Input Volume MIDI music playback is Default device aaa Microsoft GS Wavetable Sw Synth v C Use only default devices C D 12 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Windows XP Information HDMI Note e Connect a device with HDMI support to the HDMI Out port BEFORE attempt a ing to play audio video sources through the device Other Applications e If you disconnect the HDMI cable the default audio playback device will not If you are
84. enix SecureCore Setup Utility Security Menu 5 11 BIOS Utilities Sane ANS Password Warning If you set a boot pass word Password on boot is Enabled NEVER forget your password The consequences of this could be serious If you cannot remember your boot password you must contact your ven dor and you may lose all of the information on your hard disk Set User Password Security Menu You can set a password for user mode access to the Phoenix SecureCore Setup Utility This will not affect access to the computer OS only the Setup utility unless you choose to set a Password on Boot see below Many menu items in the Phoenix SecureCore Setup Utility cannot be modified in user mode You can only set the user password after you have set the supervisor password Password on boot Security Menu Specify whether or not a password should be entered to boot the computer you may only set a password on boot if a supervisor password is enabled If Enabled is selected only users who enter a correct password can boot the system see the warning in the sidebar The default setting is Disabled Note To clear existing passwords press Enter and type the existing password then press Enter for the new password without typing any password entry and Enter again to confirm the password clearance Fixed disk boot sector Security Menu If you choose Write Protect this will protect against viruses bei
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86. er a period of inactivity page 3 9 for informa tion on how to resume from a power saving state Click Change plan settings and then click Change advanced power settings to ac cess further configuration options in Advanced Settings fa E 4 Power Options gr 3 eS E Power Options Edit Plan Settings gt ll Search Advanced settings a a L Password Change settings for the plan My Plan 1 then choose settings that reflect how you want your It is recommended that you enable a password on system resume in or der to protect your data Y Select the power plan that you want to customize and Choose the sleep and display settings that you want your computer to use computer to manage power T On battery LP Plugged in Change settings that are currently unavailable My Created PLan Active hd 2 Turn off the display 5 minutes gt 20 minutes Additional settings a Require a password on wakeup Plugged in Yes Hard disk E Change advanced power settings Turn off hard disk after On battery 10 Minutes Put the computer to sleep 15 minutes X la hour Plugged in 20 Minutes Figure 3 7 I Save changes Cancel Wireless Adapter Settings Power Plan Advanced Settings fi Sleen ar ee ee E 3 4 Power Plans Power Management Each Windows Power Plan will also ad
87. ers Some software applications allow the number keys to be used with Alt to produce special characters These special characters can only be produced by using the numeric keypad tor for status Regular number keys in the upper row of the keyboard will not work Make sure that Num Lk is on Keyboard 1 9 Quick Start Guide Function Hot Key Indicators The function Keys F1 F12 etc will act as hot keys when pressed while the Fn key is held down In addition to the basic function key combinations visual indicators see the table below are available when the hot key utility is installed see Hot Key on page 4 6 After installing the driver an icon will appear in the taskbar rose ne Ron Play Pause in Audio Video Programs Display Toggle 3 5G Module Power Toggle 4 4 Sd Brightness Decrease Increase SEE TouchPad Toggle ia Pa d Pats PC E ii Turn LCD Backlight Off WLAN Module Power 3 Press a key to or use TouchPad to turn on eae Toggle Fn F3 Mute Toggle mn 8 Fe Fig Dustootn Module Power E af fe 3 Volume On Volume Mute ogg e Stent Mode Tooole NES Fn F5 Volume Decrease When enabled Silent Mode will reduce fan noise and save power F6 Increase hats consumption Note this may reduce computer performance Table 1 4 Function Hot Key Combo Indicators 1 10 Function Hot Key Indicators Quick Start Guide g System Map Front amp Rear Views Figuwet Front View
88. es to reflect these changes Sa E 5 6 Main Menu BIOS Utilities SATA Port I 2 3 Main Menu Pressing Enter opens the sub menu to show the configuration of a hard disk or op tical device drive on the computer s SATA Ports Use the Auto Type setting to have the items configured automatically for you System Extended Memory Main Menu This item contains information on the system memory and is not user configurable The system will auto detect the amount of memory installed BIOS Revision VGA Card etc Main Menu This item contains information on the BIOS version and video card etc and is not user configurable Main Menu 5 7 BIOS Utilities Advanced Menu Phoenix SecureCore tm Setup Utility Figure 5 3 advanced Security Boot Exit Advanced Menu Item Specific Help IVISTAI a SATA Mode Select Iron AHCT SATA Mode amp eSata Port DFOROM Robson Enabled hegacy USB Support Enabled Boot time Diagnostic S Disabled You should select AHCI eel Meee Eran aa mode in SATA Mode Se lection to support the e SATA port in Windows Vista hot swapping is not supported in Windows XP Intel Turbo Memory Select the operating system installed on your system which you will use most commonly Reset Configuration Data No Power On Boot Beep Disabled Battery Low Alarm Beep Enabled Pan Control Automatic Note An incorrect setting can cause some operating Only availabl
89. essary external devices e g USB devices ExpressCards etc Display O m Fully charged Display Ex brightness E T Mute 100 connected Balanced Connect display Brightness Volume Battery Status External Display Figure 3 6 AEN Windows Mobility o sync S pannership Not presenting Center Sync Center Presentation Settings Conserving Battery Power 3 11 Power Management Battery Life Battery life may be shortened through improper maintenance To optimize the life and improve its performance fully discharge and recharge the battery at least once every 30 days We recommend that you do not remove the battery yourself If you do need to re move the battery for any reason see Removing the Battery on page 6 3 New Battery Always completely discharge then fully charge a new battery see Battery FAQ on page 3 14 for instructions on how to do this Recharging the Battery with the AC DC Adapter The battery pack automatically recharges when the AC DC adapter is attached and plugged into an electrical outlet If the computer is powered on and in use it will take several hours to fully recharge the battery When the computer is turned off but plugged into an electrical outlet battery charge time is less Refer to LED Indica tors on page I 7 for information on the battery charge status and to Battery In formation on page 3 10 for more information on how to maintain and proper
90. et Capture File in finding space for the video data as it is being captured tally overwriting files Set the name and location then click Open then set the Capture file size and click OK You can then start the capture process as above Note the important information in Reducing Video File Size on page D 40in See also Reducing order to save file space and help prevent system problems alae ip Size on page D 40 PC Camera Module D 39 Windows XP Information Reducing Video File Size Note that capturing high resolution video files requires a substantial amount of disk space for each file After recording video check the video file size right click the file and select Properties and the remaining free space on your hard disk go to My Computer right click the hard disk and select Properties If necessary you can remove the recorded video file to a removable medium e g CD DVD or USB Flash drive Note that the Windows XP system requires a minimum of 1 5GB of free space on the C drive system partition In order to prevent system problems it is recommended that you save the captured video file to a location other than the C drive see Set Capture File on page D 39 limit the file size of the captured video see Pre Allocating File Space on page D 39 or reduce video resolution see below To Reduce Video Resolution Output Size 1 Run the BisonCap program 2 Goto Options and sc
91. existing ones are enhanced when you install the drivers To see all controls it may be necessary to toggle off Category View Windows XP Start Menu amp Control Panel D 3 Windows XP Information Audio Features a You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sounds and Audio sare e Devices Windows control panel For advanced options double click the Realtek HD Audio Manager f icon in the taskbar or click the control panel to bring up How high the sound vol the Realtek Audio Configuration menus The volume may also be adjusted by means ume canbe set depends of the Fn F5 F6 key combination on the setting of the vol ume control within Win dows and the volume l control function keys on Sound Eff the computer Click the Volume icon on the WW taskbar to check the set Mixer Audio VO Microphone 3D Audio Demo Environment lt None gt HACME i Volume z N Equalizer Figure D 3 kaa 200 400 and 1H Realtek Audio mium aum 5 T lias Configuration R meee Menus i D 4 Audio Features Windows XP Information Function Hot Key Indicators The function keys F1 F12 etc will act as hot keys when pressed while the Fn key is held down In addition to the basic function key combinations visual indicators see the table below are available when the hot key utility is in stalled see Hot Key on page D 26 After installing t
92. features for your computer You can conserve power by means of power plans and configure the options for the power button sleep button computer lid when closed display and sleep mode from the left menu Note that the Power saver plan may have an affect on computer performance Click to select one of the existing plans or click Create a power plan in the left menu and select the options to create a new plan Click Change Plan Settings and click Change advanced power settings to access further con figuration options Pay attention to the instructions on battery care in Battery Information on page 3 10 Define power buttons and turn on password protection Choose the power settings that you want for your computer The changes you make to the settings on this page apply to all of pa r power plans Change settings that are currently unavailable Select a power plan Power plans can help you maumize your computer s performance or conserve energy Make a plan actrve by selecting it or choose a plan and customize it by changing its power settings Tell me more shout power plans Power and sleep buttons and lid settings J On battery LW Plugged in When I press the power button sleeps Sleep Do nothin When I press the sleep button Hibernate ut down Pians shown on the battery meter Balanced Battery igre 990 hoew when to turn otf the hange plan settings Perfcemance see dupioy amp
93. fini tions file updates are usually downloadable directly from the internet e Be careful when opening e mail from sources you don t know Viruses are often triggered from within e mail attachments so take care when opening any attached file You can configure most Anti Virus pro grams to check all e mail attachments Note You should also beware of files from people you know as the virus may have infected an address book and been automatically forwarded without the person s knowl edge Keep a Bootable CD ROM DVD ROM USB storage device this CD DVD USB device provides basic information which allows you to startup your computer handy You may refer to your OS s documentation for instructions on how to make one and many Anti Virus programs will also provide such a disk or at least instructions on how to make one 8 4 Viruses Troubleshooting Upgrading and Adding New Hardware Software Do not be tempted to make changes to your Windows Registry unless you are very sure of what you are doing otherwise you will risk severely damaging your system Don t open your computer or undertake any repair or upgrade work if you are not comfortable with what you are doing Read the documentation We can assume since you are reading this that you are looking at the computer s manual but what about any new peripheral devices you have just purchased Many problems are caused by the installation of new hardware and or software Alwa
94. g ale eh np Tei age D p re es a D 8 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Windows XP Information Display Devices and Modes NVIDIA Note that you can use a DVI cable connected to the DVI Out port or an HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface cable connected to the HDMI Out port to Display Devices connect an external display 1f you are using an older type of monitor you can use an adapter to convert the signal from DVI to VGA See your display device manual to see which formats are supported nView Display Mode Description One of the connected displays is used as the display Single device Both connected displays output the same view Both connected displays are treated as separate devices may be configured independently and act as a virtual desktop this is similar to Extended Desktop in Windows You can use the Fn F7 key combination to tog gle through the display options see over The built in LCD An external display connected to the DVI Out port An external display connected to the HDMI Out port Note that HDMI sup ports video and audio signals Dualview Table D 3 Display Modes See HDMI Audio Configuration on page D 12 for instructions on configuring audio when setting up an HDMI display as an external device NVIDIA Video Driver Controls D 9 Windows XP Information s Other Displays Attach your external display to the DVI Out Port or HDMI Out port an
95. ge 4 3 aboard aircraft Use the Fn F11 key com bination to toggle power to the WLAN module and check the LED indicator to see if the module is pow ered on or not see 7 6 Wireless LAN Module Intel Wi Fi Link 5100 5300 Series 802 11 a g n Driver Installation l 2 3 4 Make sure the module is powered on then insert the Device Drivers amp Util ities User s Manual disc into the CD DVD drive Click Option Drivers button Click 1 Install Wireless Lan Driver gt Yes Windows will then configue the driver software and automatically restart the computer Note The operating system is the default setting for Wireless LAN control in Win dows Vista see overleaf 802 11b g Driver Installation 1 S a ai ad Make sure the module is powered on then insert the Device Drivers amp Util ities User s Manual disc into the CD DVD drive Click Option Drivers button Click 1 Install Wireless Lan Driver gt Yes Choose the language you prefer and click Next Click Next gt Install Click Finish to restart the computer Note The operating system is the default setting for Wireless LAN control in Win dows Vista see overleaf Modules Wireless LAN Module 7 7 Modules Figure 7 5 Taskbar Menus ve Network and Sharing Center You can also use the Network and Sharing Center control panel in Windows Network and Internet to connect to any available wireles
96. h the slot and push it in until it locks into place as pictured in the generic figure below 1 Express Card e To remove an ExpressCard simply press the card to eject it Slot ExpressCard Slot 2 7 Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer TouchPad and Buttons Mouse ve The TouchPad is an alternative to the mouse however you can also add a mouse to Mouse Driver your computer through one of the USB ports The TouchPad buttons function in If you are using an exter much the same way as a two button mouse nal mouse your operat ing system may be able Install the TouchPad driver see page 4 6 and then double click the TouchPad to auto configure your driver icon in the taskbar to configure the functions You may then configure the mouse during its instal A TouchPad tapping buttons scrolling pointer motion and sensitivity options to your T ete epee preferences The TouchPad may be toggled on off by means of the Fn F1 key combination to check the device s user documentation for details a Mouse Properties Buttons Pointers Pointer Options Wheel Hardware Device Settings Buttons Pointers Pointer Options Wheel Hardware Z Device Settings m Button configuration Synaptics Pointing Device v10 1 6 16Nov07 Devices Enabled Name Synaptics TouchPad V6 2 Devices Right handed C Left handed Left Right Primary Click Normal Sele
97. he driver an icon ml will appear in the taskbar frome Rion rome in Play Pause in Audio Video Programs Display Toggle k 3 5G Module Power Toggle e 7 9 Fn TouchPad Toggle S n n Fn F10 PC Camera Power Toggle Turn LCD Backlight Off WLAN Module Power Press a key to or use TouchPad to turn on L Toggle Paro Fn F3 Mute Toggle Fn F12 Bluetooth Module Power Toggle Fn F5 When enabled Silent Mode will reduce fan noise and save power Vole Deeaselerease Decrease Increase F6 consumption Note this may reduce computer performance aa D 2 Function Hot Key Combo Indicators Function Hot Key Indicators D 5 Windows XP Information Video Features You can switch display devices and configure display options from the Display Properties control panel in Windows as long as the appropriate video driver is installed To access Display Properties in Windows Click Start point to Settings and click Control Panel or just click Control Panel Double click Display icon In the Appearances and Themes category Click Settings tab in the Display Properties dialog box Move the slider to the preferred setting in Screen resolution Figure D 4 on page D 7 Click the arrow and scroll to the preferred setting in Color quality Figure D 4 on page D 7 You can also access Display Properties by right clicking the desktop and scrolling down and clicking Properties Click Settings tab and adjust as above
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99. ice Wirard Seven doruartiter Thad a at Sanita ie thal ou a a maerceee Passkey Options z rade fate in ake eat epena eir You can allow the sys men _ tem to choose a pass ters Goes z tree key for you You will The Wizard will then search for any available Bluetooth devices within range Click to select the device you want to communicate with and click Next then be prompted to etter ine generac Select an appropriate passkey option and click Next passkey on your Blue eae tooth device FR S OOO aoaaa 9 Figure 7 3 tees Passkey Option 9 Click Finish 7 4 Bluetooth Module Modules To Change Settings for the Bluetooth Device 1 Access the Bluetooth Devices control panel Via 2 Click on the device you want to change and click Properties to e Change the name of the device click General type a new name and click OK e Enable Disable a service click Services clear tick the check box next to the service and click OK Bluetooth Help To get help on Bluetooth To Make your Computer Discoverable to Bluetooth Devices configuration and set ings sel Hel 1 Access the Bluetooth Devices control panel tings select Help and i Support from the Start 2 Click Options and make sure that Allow Bluetooth devices to find this D Type Bluetooth in computer check box Discovery has a tick inside it the Search Help box 3 Make sure that Alert me when a new Bluetooth device wants to connec
100. ician for help Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference And 2 This device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Preface FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement 1 This Transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter 2 This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body N 4 BLS Warning Use only shielded cables to connect I O devices to this equipment You are cautioned that changes or modifications not ex pressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance with the above standards could void your authority to operate the equipment Preface IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Follow basic safety precautions including those listed below to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons when using any electrical equipment 1 Do not use this product near water for example near a bath tub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool 2 Avoid using this equipment with a telephone line other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightning 3 Do not use the teleph
101. is Fully Charged Caps Lock is Activated The Bluetooth Module is Powered On kp Scroll Lock is Activated The WLAN Module is Powered On Table 1 2 LED Indicators LED Indicators 1 7 Quick Start Guide Hot Key Buttons These buttons give instant access to the default Internet browser and e mail program and to a user defined ap plication with one quick button press Activate the Default E Mail Browser FI Activate the Default Internet Program Toggle Silent Mode for power saving Table 1 3 Hot Key Buttons When enabled Silent Mode will reduce fan noise and save power consumption Note this may reduce comput er performance De a I E 1 8 Hot Key Buttons Quick Start Guide a Za Other Keyboards Keyboard The keyboard has a numerical keypad for easy numeric data input and features func tion keys to allow you to change operational features instantly See Table I 4 on page I 10 for full function key combination details If your keyboard is damaged or you just want to make a change you can use any standard USB key board The system will detect and enable it automatically Howev er special functions hot keys unique to the system s regular key board may not work Fa tt T Fn s Pa Numerical Keypad Figure 1 3 Keyboard NumLk amp ScrLk Hold down the Fn Key and either NumLk or ScrLk to enable num ber or scroll lock and check the LED indica Special Charact
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103. just the processor performance of your ma chine in order to save power This is worth bearing in mind if you are experiencing any reduced performance especially under DC battery power Choose High performance for maximum performance when the computer is pow ered from an AC power source Choose the Power saver bear in mind that this scheme may slow down the overall performance of the computer in order to save power for maximum power saving when the computer is battery DC power pow ered ro x JJ gt Cono Panel gt Power Options Select a power plan Figure 3 2 Power plans can help you maximize your computer s performance or conserve energy Make a plan active by selecting it or choose a plan and customize it by Power Plans Choose what closing the lid changing its power settings Tell me more about power plans Require a password on wakeup Choose what the power buttons do does Plans shown on the battery meter Create a power plan 3 Balanced Battery life Choose when to turn off the Change plan settings Performance 000 display Change when the computer Power saver Battery life 00009099 sleeps Change plan settings Performance 99 High performance Battery life 99 Sensis Change plan settings Performance 999999 Personalization Windows Mobility Center User Accounts Power Plans 3 5 Power Management Hi Power Button The Power Button in the Start Menu in Classic View
104. ker ccssseseeeseeeeeeeeeeeees D 41 JIG MI OCAINGsscsmssuiateveccatadsueierssohotoveessarjadevsvoneerdeiiwentoends D 43 XX 3G Watcher Application Installation Fingerprint Reader Module cccccccccccceeeeeeeeeeees User Enrollment Quick Start Guide g Chapter 1 Quick Start Guide Overview This Quick Start Guide is a brief introduction to the basic features of your computer to navigating around the computer and to getting your system started The remainder of the manual covers the following e Chapter2 A guide to using some of the main features of the computer e g the storage devices hard disk optical device 7 in 1 card reader ExpressCard 34 54 TouchPad amp Mouse Audio Features amp Printer e Chapter 3 The computer s power management options e Chapter 4 The installation of the drivers and utilities essential to the operation or improvement of some of the computer s subsystems e Chapter 5 An outline of the computer s built in software or BIOS Basic Input Output System e Chapter 6 Instructions for upgrading your computer e Chapter 7 A quick guide to the computer s Wireless LAN Bluetooth PC Camera Intel Turbo Memory TV Tuner Security modules some of which may be optional depending on your purchase config uration e Chapter 8 A troubleshooting guide e Appendix A Definitions of the interface ports jacks which allow your computer to communicate with external devices e
105. l only have access to local resources Run with highest privileges Figure 8 2 TMM Disable 6 Close all the control panels 8 14 Screen Resolution Error Interface Ports amp Jacks Appendix A Interface Ports amp Jacks Overview The following chapter will give a quick description of the ports amp jacks which allow your computer to commu nicate with external devices connect to the internet etc DE aay a a a a ee a ae ee Cee ee Interface Ports amp Jacks A 1 Interface Ports amp Jacks Ports and Jacks ee ee Card Reader The card reader allows you to use the following digital storage cards MMC SD MS MMC MultiMedia Card RS MMC requires PC adapter SD Secure Digital Mini SD requires PC adapter MS Memory Stick MS Duo requires PC adapter MS Memory Stick Pro DC In Jack Plug the supplied AC DC adapter into this jack to power your computer DVI Out Port The DVI Out Digital Visual Interface Port is a video connector interface This allows you to connect an external monitor TV or Flat Panel Display etc as a display device see Attaching Other Displays on page B 5 by means of a DVI cable If you are using an older type of monitor you will need to use a converter to convert the signal from DVI to VGA This is a combined e SATA external Serial Advanced Technology Attachment USB 2 0 compatible port Plug external Serial ATA hard drives into this e SATA external Serial Ad
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107. le in Up COC grading the Hard Disk Drive on page 6 4 computer please ensure that the machine is not connected to the AC power and that the ma chine is turned off Also ensure that all peripher al cables including phone lines are discon nected from the comput er s Tan Bein ULLERN z ULL beef i AONANE ar TLE Figure 2 1 Hard Disk Location 2 2 Hard Disk Drive Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer Optical Device There is a bay for a 5 25 optical CD DVD device 12 7mm height The actual de vice will depend on the model you purchased see Storage on page C 3 The optical device is usually labeled Drive D and may be used as a boot device if properly set in the BIOS see Boot Menu on page 5 13 Loading Discs To insert a CD DVD press the open button and carefully place a CD DVD onto the disc tray with label side facing up use just enough force for the disc to click onto the tray s spindle Gently push the CD DVD tray in until its lock clicks and you are ready to start The busy indicator will light up while data is being accessed or while an audio video CD or DVD is playing If power is unexpectedly interrupt ed insert an object such as a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole to open the tray a Sound Volume Adjustment How high the sound vol ume can be set depends on the setting of the vol ume control withi
108. lete the file installation Repeat steps 1 to 4 to get to the appropriate download location Click Download button to download the Microsoft MSXML file to the computer s hard disk if you are unsure of which file to download for you processor you can click Run instead of acknowledging the file and you will be informed if the file 1s appropriate or not Follow the on screen instructions for file installation After the files have been installed click Next Click the button to accept the license and click Next gt Next gt Next Click Finish to complete the installation Download Prerequisite Files Before beginning the driver installation pro cess for Windows XP it is necessary to make sure you have a work ing internet connec tion You will then be pointed to download the required Windows In staller 3 1 and Mi crosoft MSXML 6 0 files Wireless LAN Module D 33 Windows XP Information 15 Configure the settings by going to the Intel PROSet Wireless WiFi Connection Utility Start gt Pro erams All Programs gt Intel PROSet Wireless WiFi Connection Utility or by double clicking the taskbar icon ke 16 Click to select any available network and click Connect to establish a connection 17 If you do not see your Wireless Access Point click Refresh button 18 Click Help link to bring up the Help Menu 19 Make sure that the WiFi On button is selected ome Gia Se Intel R PROSo Wirele
109. ll remain green Power Options Properties Power Options Properties Power Options Properties E a Poseti Scheres Alans Powe Meter Adveroed Hibernate Peewee Scheme Alans Powe Meter Advorwed Hisernste Peat Schemes Alem Power Meter Advoreed Hibernate r d j de Sind the pr savy org you yard bo ue pal Select the poser saving feting pou ward do ute jn Select fhe power sarro seth pou ward bo ute p 7 Alwayy shoe icon on the taskbar C Aimat show ican on tthe ukha 7 Always thow icon on the taskbar 4 Promngt bor parri when compiler sumes hor ohare F Promet for pasevrard when computer maures bom standby Promet lor pasarsord when computer resumes bor ttondliy You may also configure Power bunor Fimer Aor wer the Sleep Resume key When cise the kj of my parladi comgaser When cisza the id of my portable compu sar Wher close the if of my ponabie comgeser combination Fn F4 Surely Std by Stand by 3 E Whon press the powa bulon on my comeet Wher press the poset biton on my congiet M 1 In Windows this is re Sid don Shut down x When press the sleep Dutton on my computer Stand by v ferred to as the Sleep button Power Button Lid Sleep Resume Sleep Button Figure D 11 Power Options Advanced Power Buttons Configuring the Power Button D 17 Windows XP Information Battery Information Please follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery New Battery Always comple
110. lug the AC power cord into an outlet and connect the AC power cord to the AC DC adapter Use one hand to raise the lid LCD to a comfortable viewing angle use the other hand as illustrated in Figure 7 7 below to support the base of the computer Note Never lift the computer by the lid LCD Raise the lid LCD to a comfortable viewing angle and press the power button Shutdown Note that you should always shut your computer down by choosing the Shut Down command from the Lock Button Menu in Windows Vista This will help prevent hard disk or system problems Figure 1 1 Opening the Lid _ CD Computer with AC DC Adapter Plugged In System Startup 1 5 Quick Start Guide Figure 1 2 System Map LCD Panel Open LCD Panel Open 1 Optional Built In PC Camera LCD Hot Key Buttons Power Button Speakers Keyboard Built In Microphone TouchPad and Buttons 9 Fingerprint Reader Module optional ONDAN 1 6 System Map LCD Panel Open Table 1 4 on page 1 10 Table 1 2 on page 1 7 Quick Start Guide g LED Indicators The LED indicators on the computer display helpful information about the current status of the computer eon caor veson eon car Buetow Green The TheComputerisOn is On Orange The Battery is _ The Batteryis Charging ae The Computer is In Sleeo Mode oes The Battery has Reached Ee Low Green Orange Power Status The AC DC Adapter is Plugged In The Battery
111. ly recharge the battery pack 3 12 Battery Life Power Management Proper handling of the Battery Pack e DO NOT disassemble the battery pack under any circumstances DO NOT expose the battery to fire or high temperatures it may explode e DO NOT connect the metal terminals to each other ee a R Battery Life 3 13 Power Management Battery FAQ How do I completely discharge the battery Use the computer with battery power until it shuts down due to a low battery Don t turn off the computer even if a message indicates the battery is critically low just let the computer use up all of the battery power and shut down on its own 1 Save and close all files and applications 2 Create a power plan for discharging the battery and set all the options to Never 3 Click Change plan settings after saving it and click Change advanced power settings Change settings for the plar Battery Discharge Ta lmm Seed a powe pian Choore the deep and dopisy setting that you want your computer to use gt 5 ia A iet poorer n i tah help pou mineriht pour compuber i ca porhennance oe combet ergy Mabe a ples acie by j On battery P a a fences ae kd selection ut ar thease a plen and etemine A by changing 5 iaag power seihinga ei r mae piaui pp perg Figure 3 7 Power Plan Create i a i D Tum off the dapisy Never e Never Plat ihien ot the biatbiry mitir ny plar eng E Battery Deh
112. may appear to be disabled This is expected behavior The status appears as dis abled while Microsoft gen erates the Windows ReadyBoost file Once the file has been generated the status should appear as Enabled again See the Intel website for the latest updated information on this issue 10 11 12 13 14 Set the CD DVD ROM Drive make sure the Microsoft Windows Vista OS disc is inserted as the first device in the boot order from the Boot priority order menu Select Exit Saving Changes from the Exit menu or press F10 and Enter and press Enter to exit the BIOS and reboot the computer As the computer starts up press a key when you see the message Press any key to boot from CD or DVD The system software will prompt you through the installation procedure see the Microsoft Windows Vista OS documentation for more details Install the drivers as per the instructions in Chapter 4 make sure the drivers are installed in the order indicated in Table 4 1 on page 4 3 Insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual disc into the CD DVD drive Click Option Drivers and click 5 Install TM amp iMSM Driver gt Yes Click Next gt Yes gt Next gt Next Click Finish to restart the computer 7 34 Intel Turbo Memory Module Modules 1 Run the Intel Turbo Memory Console from the Programs All Pro grams menu Intel Turbo Memory Vig Intel Turbo Memory Console Note that the Intel Tu
113. n Drivers 3 Click 4 Install FingerPrint Driver gt Yes Alena es ecole Teal 4 Click Software Installation ae ae upe manu ie 5 Click Next gt Next gt Next l 6 Click Finish gt Yes to restart the computer Insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual disc and click Option Driv ers button Click Unlock button and then click 4 In stall FingerPrint Driver gt Yes Click Documentation to open the folder containing the manual in pdf format To install the Adobe Acrobat Reader software to read the file insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual disc and click User s Manu al button and click Install Acrobat Reader button Fingerprint Reader Module 7 29 Modules User Enrollment 1 Click Start gt Programs All Programs gt Protector Suite QL gt User Enrollment or double click the taskbar icon 2 On the first run of the program you will be asked to click the button to accept the license and then click OK 3 Click Next and select Enrollment to the hard disk and click Finish Ab fegos ae coro cheep bo Gor poser four wee che can be peed by hanhart Protected keys obtaned Som See Meri cerca Thee mode sheet ony 21 Speers tabingi G Ermodinerit bo De had dik Al apem are shored en pour hard drive and enc ypied by moihaa Uei can ero oy numer of ingapit Figure 7 26 Enroll to Hard Disk 4 If you have not set a Windows password you will be prompt
114. n Win dows Click the Volume icon on the taskbar to check the setting Peripherals must be connected before you turn on the system Figure 2 2 Optical Device Optical Device 2 3 Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer Handling CDs or DVDs AS Proper handling of your CDs DVDs will prevent them from being damaged Please aaa sce follow the advice below to make sure that the data stored on your CDs DVDs can be accessed If you need to manually Sen ee xen Note the following an unexpected power ITs Cee Vel e Hold the CD or DVD by the edges do not touch the surface of the disc SN WS sue e Use a clean soft dry cloth to remove dust or fingerprints sacle alee eee ele e Do not write on the surface with a pen into the emergency eject Hele sleeve eee e Do not attach paper or other materials to the surface of the disc do NOT use a sharp e Do not store or place the CD or DVD in high temperature areas ened pencil or similar e Do not use benzene thinner or other cleaners to clean the CD or DVD A a e Do not bend the CD or DVD the hole Do not drop or subject the CD or DVD to shock Disk Eject Warning Don t try to remove a CD DVD while the sys tem is accessing it This may cause the system to crash 2 4 Optical Device DVD Regional Codes To change the DVD regional codes see Changing DVD Regional Codes on page l 13 Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer D
115. nate function You have a computer with 4GB of RAM and have installed Windows Vista Service Pack 1 This has disappeared is a Known issue if your computer has 4GB of RAM and is running Windows Vista Service Pack 1 To re enable Hibernate mode go to the Command Prompt and type the command powercfg h on make sure you are logged on as an Administrator Click Start menu button Type cmd in the Start Search box betse Double click the Command Prompt Gl cmd when it appears in the menu Type powercfg h on in the Command Prompt window Close the Command Prompt window The Hibernate function will now be enabled When a DVD is played in This is an issue with Windows Media Player Media Center and audio output through the S PDIF Windows Media Player Out Jack We recommend that you use the Power DVD application to play DVDs Media Center the audio track in other languages commentaries etc is not clear if connected to the S PDIF Out Jack Problems amp Possible Solutions 8 11 Troubleshooting Nothing appears on the screen when the PC Camera software is run A file cannot be copied to from a connected Bluetooth device The Bluetooth module is off after resuming from Sleep No sound can be heard through an HDMI connected display device Possible Cause Solution You have selected an external display as the default display device The PC Camera application software needs to be run while
116. nd click Properties to e Change the name of the device click General type a new name and click OK e Enable Disable a service click Services clear tick the check box next to the service and click OK To Make your Computer Discoverable to Bluetooth Devices 1 Access the Bluetooth Devices control panel 2 Click Options and make sure that Turn discovery on check box Discovery has a tick inside it 3 Make sure that Alert me when a new Bluetooth device wants to connect check box Connections has a tick inside it if you want to be notified when a Bluetooth device wants to connect Bluetooth Devices Figure D l 9 Devices Options COM Ports Hardware B l uetooth Devices Discovery O pt i O n S To allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer select the folowing check box A To protect your privacy turn on discovery only when you want a Bluetooth device to find this computer Connections Use these settings to control whether a Bluetooth device can connect to this computer Allow Bluetooth devices to connect to this computer Alert me when a new Bluetooth device wants to connect Show the Bluetooth icon in the notification area Learn more about Bluetooth settings Restore Defaults sb Bluetooth Module D 31 Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable electronic transmission de vices aboard aircraft is usu ally prohibited Make sure the module s are OFF if you are using the
117. ng written to the hard disk boot sector this is not a substitute for installing an anti virus program see Viruses on page 8 4 5 12 Security Menu BIOS Utilities Boot Menu Phoenix SecureCore tm Setup Utility Advanced Security Boot Figure 5 5 Boot Menu Keys used to view or configure devices BOOt Priority order USB KEY USB HDD IDE CD Optiarc CDRWDVD CRX890S P WD eee iowa chase Ons IDE HDD FUJITSU MHY2160BH PM select a device PCI BEV lt gt and lt gt moves the device up or down Excluded ECOM boot order nee ane speci tice USB CDROM the device fixed or Use Zip removable lt x gt exclude or include the device to boot lt Shift 1 gt enables or disables a device lt 1 4 gt loads default boot sequence Help Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults LLE Select Menu Select Sub Menu Save and Exit When you turn the computer on it will look for an operating system e g Windows Vista from the devices listed in this menu and in this priority order If it cannot find the operating system on that device it will try to load it from the next device in the order specified in the Boot priority order Item specific help on the right is available to help you move devices up and down the order Boot Menu 5 13 BIOS Utilities Exit Menu Figure 5 6 E Phoenix SecureCor Security h o hig kaKel Yol Exit Menu Item Specific Help Exit Discarding Changes Exi
118. o the internet etc SS re ee ee a ee ee Overview 1 3 Quick Start Guide System Software Your computer may already come with system software pre installed Where this is not the case or where you are re configuring your computer for a different system you will find the following operating systems are sup ported Windows XP Home Edition or Professional S O In order to run Windows Vista without Windows Vista Service Pack 1 64 bit Home Basic Edition limitations or decreased performance your computer requires a minimum Windows Vista Service Pack 1 64 bit 1GB of system memory RAM Home Premium Business Enterprise Ultimate Editions Table 1 1 Operating Systems Supported Note For information on the Windows XP OS specifically power video and driver information see Win dows XP Information on page D 1 e Windows Vista Service Pack 1 Make sure you install Windows Vista Service Pack 1 or a Windows Vista version which includes Service Pack 1 before installing any drivers Go to the Microsoft website for download details or contact your service center 1 4 Overview Quick Start Guide System Startup 1 2 3 4 Remove all packing materials and place the computer on a stable surface Securely attach any peripherals you want to use with the notebook e g Keyboard and mouse to their ports Attach the AC DC adapter to the DC In jack at the rear of the computer then p
119. od ule on page 7 33 and check the installation proce dure Note this driver is also required to enable support for the e SATA port a 4 8 Driver Installation BIOS Utilities Chapter 5 BIOS Utilities vy Ove rview BIOS Settings Warning This chapter gives a brief introduction to the computer s built in software Incorrect settings can Diagnostics The POST Power On Self Test E A a be mistakes return to Set Configuration The Setup utility up and restore the Set If your computer has never been set up or you are making important changes to the JU wiv PETES SS system e g hard disk setup then you should review this chapter first and note the original settings found in Setup Even if you are a beginner keep a record of the set tings you find and any changes you make This information could be useful if your system ever needs servicing There is one general rule Don t make any changes unless you are sure of what you are doing Many of the settings are required by the system and changing them could cause it to become unstable or worse If you have any doubts consult your service representative SS eee a ee ee ee Overview 5 1 BIOS Utilities LP POST Screen 1 BIOS information 2 CPU type 3 Memory status 4 Enter Setup prompt appears only during POST Note The POST screen as pictured is for guide line purposes only Figure 5 1 POST Screen The Power On Self Test POST Each
120. odule is powered on and then insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual disc into the CD DVD drive Click Option Drivers button Click 2 Install WebCam Driver gt Yes Choose the language you prefer and click Next gt Next Click Finish to restart the computer Run the BisonCap application program from the BisonCam shortcut on the desktop or from the BisonCam item in the Start gt Programs All Programs menu if the hardware is turned off use the Fn F10 key combination to turn it on again ot ee SS ee U eT PC Camera Module D 37 Windows XP Information PC Camera Audio Setup all camera modules If you wish to capture video amp audio with your camera it is necessary to setup the audio recording options in Windows 1 Go to the Start menu and point to Settings or just click Control Panel and click Control Panel then double click the Sounds amp Audio Devices icon Sounds Speech and Audio Devices in Category View 2 Click Advanced in the Volume gt Device volume tab 3 Click Options and scroll down and click Properties 4 Select Realtek HD Audio input from the Mixer device menu 5 Make sure the Mic Volume check box is checked then click OK 6 Boost the volume in the Recording section in the Recording Control menu as high as it will go 7 Close the Recording Control window and then click OK 8 Run the BisonCap application program from the Start gt Programs All Programs gt
121. ommended that you enroll more than one finger in case of injury etc Figure 7 27 Fingerprint Enrollment Fingerprint Reader Module 7 31 Modules Figure 7 28 Control Center amp Biomenu 15 Right click the taskbar icon to bring up the menu that allows you to Edit Fingerprints Start Control Center access the Help menu etc You can also run the Control Center etc from the Protector Suite QL item in the Programs All Programs menu 16 17 18 Fingerprint Control Center z About Fingerprints abou Enroll or edit current user s fingerprint templates Settings Configure the fingerprint software Help Get help information Introduction Tutorial Help Elevate administrative privileges for user When do I need to do this i See Help amp Manual on page 7 29 for further details If you swipe your finger over the reader at any time you can access the Biomenu to lock the computer register websites open the Control Center and access the Help menu The Control Center allows you to change the Settings enroll Fingerprints and get Help 7 32 Fingerprint Reader Module Intel Turbo Memory Module If you have included an Intel Turbo Memory Robson NAND flash memory card module in your purchase option then you will need to enable the option in the BIOS see Advanced Menu on page 5 8 BEFORE installing the Windows Vista op erating system software do
122. on The computer feels too Make sure the computer is properly ventilated and the vents fan intakes are not blocked If this hot doesn t cool it down put the system into Hibernate mode or turn it off for an hour Make sure the computer isn t sitting on a thermal surface see Overheating on page 1 11 Make sure you re using the correct adapter Make sure that your notebook is completely powered off before putting it into a travel bag or any such container Putting a notebook which is powered on in a travel bag may cause the vents fan intakes to be blocked Nothing appears on The system is in a power saving mode Toggle the Fn F4 see Configuring the Power screen Buttons on page 3 8 Configuring the Power Button on page D 17 The screen controls need to be adjusted Toggle the screen control Fn F8 F9 key combinations If you re connected to an external monitor make sure it s plugged in and turned on You should also check the monitor s own brightness and contrast controls The computer is set for a different display Toggle the screen display key Fn F7 combination If an external monitor is connected turn it on The screen saver is activated Press any key or touch the TouchPad No image appears on You havent installed the video driver and configured it appropriately from the Control Panel See the external monitor NVIDIA Video Driver Controls on page B 1 Video Features on page D
123. on BM 10 Make sure you enable power to the module by pressing the Fn E key combination 11 See Setting Up a Carrier Profile on page 7 22 and Connecting to the Service Provider on page 7 24 for instructions on using the 3G Watcher application ee O 90 3 5G Module D 43 Windows XP Information Fingerprint Reader Module a If you have included the fingerprint reader in your purchase option you will need to Help amp Manual install the driver as per the instructions below Right click the taskbar icon to bring up the menu to select Help Make sure you have administrator s rights to your computer and have a Windows password enabled for full security protection Insert the Device Drivers Before beginning the enrollment process it is recommended that you go through the Utilities User s Manual fingerprint tutorial To run the tutorial click Start gt Programs All Programs gt Pro disc and click Option Driv e e int T Oy nee ee ee ee ere Pilon Click Unlock tector Suite QL gt Fingerprint Tutorial after installing the driver button and then click 4 In i i stall FingerPrint Driver gt Fingerprint Reader Driver Installation ji 1 Insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual disc into the CD DVD Click Documentation to drive open the folder containing 2 Click Option Drivers button Click 4 Install FingerPrint Driver gt Yes Click Software Installation Click Next
124. one to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak 4 Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual Do not dispose of batteries in a fire They may explode Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions 5 This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit Full Range AC DC Adapter AC Input 100 240V 50 60Hz DC Output 20V 6 A 120W minimum CAUTION Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before servicing or disassembling this equipment TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE USE ONLY NO 26 AWG OR LARGER TELE COMMUNICATION LINE CORD This Computer s Optical Device is a Laser Class 1 Product Preface Instructions for Care and Operation The notebook computer is quite rugged but it can be damaged To prevent this follow these suggestions 1 Don t drop it or expose it to shock If the computer falls the case and the components could be damaged Do not expose the computer Do not place it on an unstable Do not place anything heavy to any shock or vibration surface on the computer p 2 Keep it dry and don t overheat it Keep the computer and power supply away from any kind of heating ele ment This is an electrical appliance If water or any other liquid gets into it the computer could be badly dam aged Do not expose it to excessive Do not leave it in a place where Don t use or store the computer Do not place the computer on heat or direct s
125. ontrol Pane atng Bate inaraardire to N Oe Comet Pew NVIDIA Control P i ee e Comme te e Ww note Pee we Pew pratas lt wom a Pana rwvides ean Giver eum arar we ove iS A vow Da om ugreza NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Attaching Other Displays Note that you can use a DVI cable connected to the DVI Out port or an HDMI 7 High Definition Multimedia Interface cable connected to the HDMI Out port to Display Devices connect an external display if you are using an older type of monitor you can use a Besides the builtin converter to convert the signal from DVI to VGA See your display device manual LCD you can also use to see which formats are supported an external monitor flat panel display as your f display device The fol Configuring an External Display in Windows Vista lowing are the display 1 Attach your external display to the DVI Out Port or HDMI Out port and turn it on options 2 Ifa New Display Detected window does not appear in Windows Vista go to the Windows Mobility Center control panel Mobile PC gt Adjust commonly used The built in LCD mobility settings and click Connect display e An external display 3 Click on any of the buttons to configure the displays to your preferences or click Display Settings in the New Display Detected window to access the control Se An external display panel connected to the err va HDMI Out port e the appearance of your display Note that H
126. or ask you printer and either load to supply one Follow the on screen instructions one of its own drivers or ask you to supply one Parallel Printer Follow the on screen in i ae eUCHIONe This is still a very common type of printer The install instructions are in the sidebar you will need to purchase a parallel to USB converter Turn ON the printer then turn ON the com puter ae ee 2 10 Adding a Printer Power Management Chapter 3 Power Management z Overview OS Note Power management functions will vary slight ly depending on your To conserve power especially when using the battery your computer power man agement conserves power by controlling individual components of the computer the monitor and hard disk drive or the whole system operating system For more information it is This chapter covers best to refer to the user s manual of your operat e The Power Sources ing system e Turning on the Computer Power Plans Note All pictures used r i on the following pages Power Saving States are from the Windows e Configuring the Power Buttons Vista OS e Battery Information The computer uses enhanced power saving techniques to give the operating system OS direct control over the power and thermal states of devices and processors For example this enables the OS to set devices into low power states based on user set tings and information from applications SS re ee S a
127. orized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineer ing or disassembly is prohibited Intel and Intel Core are trademarks registered trademarks of Intel Corporation Preface FCC Statement Federal Communications Commission You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 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 in stalled and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Re orient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the service representative or an experienced radio TV techn
128. otebook lid S3 is closed TMM disconnects the LCD display from the OS and then adds the LCD display back when the lid is opened This may trigger TMM to restore an old display setting which may result in screen flickering or a screen resolution change To fix this problem you will need to disable TMM in the OS 1 Go to the Control Panel in the Windows OS and double click the Administrative Tools icon System and Maintenance 2 Double click Task Scheduler peneeule Tasks Gu gt Control Panel b Synem ind Maintenance s poer P gt ystem cm err oo b Control Pend BY Vi indows Update Tum atemstx updeting T s Power Options i j a redexi me C Ore a iti F Agt p Me i Ps oman 1 R pas nds Son Jio S e G 7 i g p ai tay a F i i E e m e e information a nd Toots Indeirg intemet SCA imtiitor Keybosnd Metaaikand MVIDIA som bpene Indes bet rore Options Ope Shunng Ce Cone r mpe performance j Device Man f at View ture tin Be Oalfieae Fila Pantrital Pin and People Nee Peformance Perens Phone a fil Agmunestrative loots Centa Input Devices kit Informatio Maden moup an p marpo ar Dii ni a J 5 r E a hs lt M Figure 8 1 Control Panel System and Maintenance Screen Resolution Error 8 13 Troubleshooting 3 Double click Task Scheduler Library gt Microsoft gt Windows 4 Click MobilePC to open the control panel 5 Right click TMM and select Di
129. oting Possible Cause Solution The TouchPad doesn t work The system freezes or the screen goes dark The system never goes into a power saving mode The Wireless LAN Bluetooth PC Camera modules cannot be detected The Wireless LAN Bluetooth PC Camera modules cannot be configured The Touchpad has been disabled Press the Touchpad toggle Fn F1 key combination make sure you have installed the Touchpad driver The system s power saving features have timed out Use the AC DC adapter press a key on the keyboard or press the sleep Fn F4 key combination or press the power button if no LEDs are lit Power Options features are not enabled Go to the Windows Power Options menu and enable the features you prefer see Power Saving States on page 3 6 System Power Options on page D 15 Make sure you have enabled Hibernate mode from the control panel The modules are off Check the appropriate LED indicator Cp to see if the modules are on or off see LED Indicators on page 1 7 If the LED indicator is off then press the appropriate function key combination in order to enable the modules The driver s for the module s have not been installed Make sure you have installed the driver for the appropriate module see the instructions in Chapter 7 Modules for the appropriate module 8 10 Problems amp Possible Solutions Troubleshooting Possible Cause Solution The Hiber
130. perties PR File Edit View Favorites Tools Advanced Help Ba Search Folders X s af z 7 i Connect using Address e Network Connections D Bhasboath PAN Network Adapter a LAN or yr High Speed Internet 1 Network Tasks p General Advanced This connection uses the following items fs Creat Local Area coppers j s E Create a new Network cable unplugged Fire Client for Microsoft Networks connection VIA Rhine II Fa st Ethe erat ad Set up a home or small Co M JBI File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks office network BT es Local Area Eeopecticn 3 2 QoS Packet Scheduler pected mre ag Change windows M F Intenet Protocol TCP IP Firewall settings UC Microsoft TV Videc nection Enable this network device mes mn annehm ected aled Install Uninstall Properties mi Rename this connection t connect CL p aa atek RTLE 3187 Wire oles 802 eee Change settings of this Description connection S s Allows your computer to access resources on a Microsoft r twork Figure D 15 gt g ii Other Places a t teut Local Area GF Control Panel ce race C Iv Show icon in notification area a when connected My Network Places Rename j Notify memre 5 rira etorno connectivity Co nn ecti on My Documents Generics My Computer D 28 Bluetooth Module Windows XP Information Bluetooth Configuration in Windows XP Setup your Bluetooth Device so th
131. r 204 pin Small Outline Dual In line SO DIMM DDR III DDR3 type memory modules see Memory on page C 2 The total memory size is automatically detected by the POST routine once you turn on your computer 1 Turn off the computer and turn it over and remove the battery 2 Locate the component bay cover and remove screws Figure 6 Component Bay Cover Screws 6 8 Upgrading the System Memory RAM Upgrading The Computer 3 Carefully a fan and cable are attached to the under side of the cover lift up the bay cover Ae 4 Carefully disconnect the fan cable and remove the cover 3 7 Fan Cable Make sure you recon nect the fan cable 8 before screwing down the bay cover t genet ment LLALLERI Figure 6 9 Bay Cover Removal 5 Gently pull the two release latches amp on the sides of the memory socket in the direction indicated below Figure 6 10 RAM Module Release Latches Upgrading the System Memory RAM 6 9 Upgrading The Computer 6 Contact Warning Be careful not to touch the metal pins on the module s connecting edge Even the cleanest hands have oils which can attract particles and degrade the module s performance Figure 6 11 RAM Module Removal za Fan Cable Make sure you recon 10 nect the fan cable 8 see before screwing down the bay 11 cover 12 The RAM module will pop up and you can remo
132. r has been completed Bluetooth Module amp Resuming From Sleep Mode The Bluetooth module s default state will be off after resuming from the Sleep power saving state Use the key combination Fn F12 to power on the Bluetooth module after the com puter resumes from Sleep SS E he gar ee ge r Bluetooth Module D 27 Windows XP Information Bluetooth Local Area Connection Icon JTS If you want to display the Local Area Connection icon for the Bluetooth connection Wireless Device in the taskbar set it up as follows Operation Aboard i Aircraft 1 Access the Network Connections control panel in Windows Start gt Settings gt Network Connections OR Start gt Connect To gt Show all Connections or by Wut WE Solr cing OREN clicking the taskbar icon au SS 2 Right click the Bluetooth connection icon and select Properties vices aboard aircraft is usu M EE EST 3 Click to put a tick if none is present in the Show icon in the notification area the module s are OFF if when connected box and click OK Vom Wo ive Weve 4 Close the control panels and the icon EH for the Bluetooth local area connection will aboard aircraft be displayed in the taskbar when connected see sidebar and overleaf Use the Fn F12 key com bination to toggle power to the Bluetooth module and check the LED indicator to see if the module is pow ered on or not see NE Network Connections E mj Local Area Connection 4 Pro
133. r of all the power saving states and saves all of your information on a part of the hard disk before it turns the system off If a power failure occurs the system can restore your work from the hard disk if a power failure occurs when work is saved only to memory then the work will be lost Hi bernate will also return you to where you last left off within seconds You should put your mobile PC into Hibernate if you will not use the computer for a period of time and will not have the chance to charge the battery Shut Down You should shut down the computer if you plan to install new hardware don t for get to remove the battery and follow all the safety instructions in Chapter 6 plan to be away from the computer for several days or you do not need it to wake up and run a scheduled task Returning to full operation from shut down takes longer than from Sleep or Hibernate Log Off Control Panel Lock Figure 3 3 Default Programs Restart Lock Button Menu Sleep Help and Support Hibernate Shut Down Power Saving States 3 7 Power Management Configuring the Power Buttons The power sleep button Fn F4 key combo and closed lid may be set to send the computer in to a power saving state ni Password Protection eD 3 gt Control Panel Power Options System Settings a s SS a It is recommended that you enable a password on wake up in order to protect your data Define power bu
134. rbo Memory Console DOES NOT appear if you have Detect the cache pabr you ment to gaie not included a Turbo Memory module in your purchase configuration J Enable Vincicess hesi Ept vi frabi Wingen Aandi You can enable disable the ReadyBoost and ReadyDrive from this console Mihe nime aid ranch may be dimad ag ha properly of efet e Windows ReadyBoost uses flash memory as a hard drive caching solution e Windows ReadyDrive uses hybrid drives as a hard drive caching solution Figure 7 29 Intel Turbo Memory Console Intel Turbo Memory Module 7 35 Modules Troubleshooting Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Overview Should you have any problems with your computer before consulting your service representative you may want to try to solve the problem yourself This chapter lists some common problems and their possible solutions This can t anticipate every problem but you should check here before you panic If you don t find the answer in these pages make sure you have followed the instructions carefully and observed the safety precautions in the preface If all else fails talk to your service representative You should also make a record of what happened and what remedies you tried Of course if something goes wrong it will happen at the most inconvenient time possible so you should preview this section just in case If after you ve tried everything and the system still won t cooperate try
135. re outlined in Video Features on page I 16 z Resolution Error NVIDIA Video Driver Installation a If you are experiencing Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 I on page 4 3 screen resolution prob lems screen flickering after 1 Insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual disc and click Install resuming from Sleep in Windows Vista see page Drivers button me 2 Click 2 Install Video Driver gt Yes 3 Click Next 4 Click Finish to restart the computer pe Video Card Options Note that card types specifications and drivers are subject to continual updates and chang es Check with your service center for the latest details on video cards supported NVIDIA Video Driver Installation B 1 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls NVIDIA Control Panel More advanced video configuration options are provided in the NVIDIA Control NVIDIA Control Panel tab Panel ee eee 1 Open the Display Settings see page 7 77 control panel Force control pan 2 Click Advanced Settings button el from the desktop 3 Click GeForce tab right click the desk 4 Click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel to make any video adjustments top then click NVIDIA OR Control Panel 1 Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel z 2 Double click NVIDIA Control Panel click Classic View f
136. re plan defaults e Low battery levels 0 e Critical battery Levels 0 e Low battery action Do Nothing e Critical battery action On battery Shut Down e Critical battery action Plugged in Do Nothing Battery Life 3 15 Power Management How do I fully charge the battery When charging the battery don t stop until the LED charging indicator light changes from orange to green How do I maintain the battery Completely discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or after about 20 partial discharges 3 16 Battery Life Drivers amp Utilities Chapter 4 Drivers amp Utilities This chapter deals with installing the drivers and utili ties essential to the operation or improvement of some of the computer s subsystems The system takes ad vantage of some newer hardware components for which the latest versions of most available operating systems haven t built in drivers and utilities Thus some of the system components won t be auto config ured with an appropriate driver or utility during oper ating system installation Instead you need to manually install some system required drivers and utilities What to Install The Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual disc contains the drivers and utilities necessary for the proper operation of the computer Table 4 1 on page 4 3 lists what you need to install and it is very important that the drivers are in
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138. reface Developing Good Work Habits Developing good work habits is important if you need to work in front of the computer for long periods of time Improper work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands wrists or other joints The following are some tips to reduce the strain eAdjust the height of the chair and or desk so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your elbow Keep your forearms wrists and hands in a relaxed position eYour knees should be slightly higher than your hips Place your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest if necessary eUse a chair with a back and adjust it to support your lower back comfortably eSit straight so that your knees hips and elbows form approximately 90 degree angles when you are working e Take periodic breaks if you are using the computer for long periods of time Remember to eAlter your posture frequently eStretch and exercise your body several times a day eTake periodic breaks when you work at the computer for long periods of time Frequent and short breaks are better than fewer and longer breaks XII Preface Lighting Proper lighting and a comfortable viewing angle can reduce eye strain and shoulder and neck muscle fatigue Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside sources of light Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to levels that allo
139. riencing any reduced performance especially under DC battery power Choose the Home Office Desk scheme for maximum performance when the computer is powered from an AC power source Choose the Max Battery scheme bear in mind that this scheme may slow down the overall per formance of the computer in order to save power for maximum power saving when the computer is battery DC power powered Windows will use Portable Laptop as the default scheme System Power Options You can use the system power options to stop the computer s operation and restart where you left off This sys tem features Stand by and Hibernate sleep mode levels Hibernate mode will need to be enabled by clicking the option in the Hibernate tab in the Power Options control panel Hibernate Mode vs Shutdown Hibernate mode and Shutdown are the same in that the system is off and you need to press the power button to turn it on When you come back from hibernation you can return to where you last left off what was on your desktop without reopening the application s and file s you last used Stand by Mode vs Hibernate Mode If you want to stay away from your work for just a while you can put the system on Stand by instead of in hi bernation It takes a longer time to wake up the system from Hibernate mode than from Stand by mode Power Management Features D 15 Windows XP Information Stand by Stand by saves the least amount of power but takes the shor
140. roll down to select Video Capture Pin 3 Click the Output Size drop box and select a lower resolution size in order to reduce the captured file size D 40 PC Camera Module Windows XP Information Eliminating Screen Flicker If you find that the video screen in the BisonCap program is flickering you can try to adjust the setting in the Video Capture Filter options 1 Run the BisonCap program 2 Goto Options and scroll down to select Video Capture Filter 3 Click either 50Hz or 60Hz under Frequency in Property Page tab Figure D 22 Properties Video Capture Filter Property Page Video Proc Amp Camera Control V Auto White Balance RGB gain m Environment R Auto Tungsten G l C Daylight C Fluorescent Ba r Rotation requency Horizontal Vertical C Disable 50Hz 60Hz EFFECT MODE EFFECT G Mos F Low Light Mode C EW SEF Reset PC Camera Module D 41 Windows XP Information Zoom The BisonCap program allows you to zoom the camera in and out 1 Run the BisonCap program 2 Goto Zoom and select Zoom Out Zoom In Figure D 23 Zoom Hep Zoom Setting oom uk IE k oom In Snapshot Folder Taking Still Pictures ite Siecle lees E The BisonCap programs allows you to take still pictures default location is on the desktop Do not move 1 Run the BisonCap program iis leg TTO 2 Go to Options and select Take Picture oa METES SE Walia et BH 3 The picture in
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142. s Possible Cause Solution You turned the power on Battery missing incorrectly installed Check the battery bay make sure the battery is present and but it doesn t work seated properly the design of the battery only allows it to go in one way Make sure there s nothing interfering with the battery contacts The Battery LED power Low Battery Plug in the AC power source If the computer doesn t start up immediately turn it off indicator m is blinking then on again orange You are losing battery The system is using too much power lf your OS has a Power Options scheme see Power power too quickly Plans on page 3 4 Power Schemes on page D 14 check its settings You may also be using an ExpressCard device USB device external device that is drawing a lot of power Actual battery operating The battery has not been fully discharged before being recharged Make sure the battery is fully time is shorter than discharged and recharge it completely before reusing see Battery Information on page 3 expected 10 Battery Information on page D 18 Check the settings of any active power plan see Power Plans on page 3 4 Power Schemes on page D 14 A peripheral device USB device is consuming a lot of power Turn off remove the unused device to save power SSS re ee ee a a ee ae eee geen ee ae Problems amp Possible Solutions 8 7 Troubleshooting Possible Cause Soluti
143. s networks Figure 7 6 Connect to a Network Connecting to a Wireless Network Make sure the Wireless LAN module 1s turned on 1 Click the taskbar wireless icon a and then click Connect to a network or right click the icon a and then click Connect to a network x onnect to a network Not Connected Turn on activity animation Ave Wireless networks are available Click icon Turn gf notificationaf new getworks sA Right click icon Diagnose and repair Network and Sharing Center 2 Inthe Show list click to choose Wireless from the drop down menu 3 A list of currently available networks will appear 7 8 Wireless LAN Module Modules 4 Click a network and then click Connect 5 If you do not see a network you want to connect to click Set up a connection or network a list of options will appear allowing manual searching and creating a new network p oan Figure 7 7 gt aae he T Cannad ta a neha n E Connect to a network i Connecting Connecting to WLAN Choose a connection option C nect to tive Inb nernet a Mga Muruni Sneed te d wireless network i Setups wireles ad hee eomputer te ceenputer network Lk Fi iy r 1 Awetrrk I jl Inherit 4 eet up a cleus connection 6 Move the cursor over the taskbar icon ce to see the connection status see below Figure 7 amp Connection Status
144. sable Task Scheduler File Action View Help 20A ah a me _ Status Triggers Next Run Time Last Run Time Last Run Result Autho f a Task Scheduler Library MobilePC a 2 il Microsoft Ready At log on of any user 1 9 2007 5 32 21 PM The operation completed successfully 0x0 Micro H Windows Running At log on of any user PM The task ts currently running 0x41301 WP Create Basic Task ME Create Task C CertificateServicesClient Import Task E Customer Experience Improv Gl Defrag 7 Ea Display All Running Tasks iskDiagnostic roperties ew Folder L DiskDiagnosti Properti New Fold i a Delete X Delete Folder L MobilePC rere View gt C Multimedia G Refresh E NetworkAccessProtection B Help E PLA General Triggers Actions Conditions Settings History i RAC Selected Item E RemoteAssistance Name TMM gt Run Shell Author Microsoft Corporation End E SideShow E SyncCenter Description Microsoft Transient Multi Monitor Manager Disable E SystemRestore Export E Tepip E P iti E TextServicesFramework eee Delet nh Security options x iaia 4 Help E Windows Error Reportin When running the task use the following user account L porting g g E WindowsCalendar Authenticated Users E Wired E Wireless Run only when user is logged on E Windows Defender Run whether user is logged on or not Do not store password The task wil
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146. ss Certain items particularly processor types speeds and CD DVD device types may be changed updated or delayed due to the manufacturer s release schedule Check with your service center for details Feature Specification Processor Types Intel Core 2 Duo Processor 45nm 45 Nanometer Process Technology 478 pin Micro FC PGA Package Socket P 6MB On die L2 Cache amp 1066MHz FSB 35W T9400 T9600 2 53GHz 2 8GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor 45nm 45 Nanometer Process Technology 478 pin Micro FC PGA Package Socket P 6MB On die L2 Cache amp 1066MHz FSB 25W P9500 2 53GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor 45nm 45 Nanometer Process Technology 478 pin Micro FC PGA Package Socket P 3MB On die L2 Cache amp 1066MHz FSB 25W P8400 P8600 2 26 2 40GHz Core Logic Intel R PM45 ICH9M Chipset Specifications C 1 Specifications Feature Specification Flat Panel TFT For One of the Following Options 15 4 WXGA 1280 800 TFT LCD Glare Type ve WXGA 1440 900 TFT LCD ce WSXGA 1680 1050 TFT LCD Glare Type ve WUXGA 1920 1200 TFT LCD Security Security Kensington Type Lock Slot Fingerprint Reader Module Factory Option BIOS Password Memory Two 204 Pin SO DIMM Sockets Supporting DDRIII DDR3 at 1066 MHz Supports Dual Channel DDRIII DDR3 SDRAM 64 bit Wide Per Data Channel Memory Expandable up to 4GB 1024 2048 MB DDRIII Modules C 2 Specifications Specifications
147. ss a R Eke oak Adyanced Profle biiy intel eri oe You are connected to default Biehl Hame aetna FETERE ipeni 54 0 Mbps etais Gipi Canby Emirii IP Adbert 17218455 Sveti Agee nha mi dalma Cered B g A alll we ih T MEG 7 Ga lla Tiii rahani had iacuit enabled 4 POA_DLINE o alll Thin meter har necunity erabil uo MO PSP_AULASA2002_L_GOoM _ rT all amp A 4 l Hide i Print Options Contents Index Search 0 Intel R PROSet Wireless 2 Intel PROSet Wwireless Overview 2 Taskbar Menu Options gt Connect to a Wireless Network gt Use Profiles Administrator Tool gt Troubleshooting Safety Precautions Intel R PROSet Wireless Main Window GET PROFILE CONNECTED MANAGEMENT SECURITY Intel R PROSet Wireless Main Window Intel R PROSet Wireless Overview Intel R PROSet Wireless Help Start Intel R PROSet Wireless Connection Status Icons i Wireless Networks List Profile Management Menus lt Figure D 20 Intel PROSet Wireless WiFi Connection Utility D 34 Wireless LAN Module Windows XP Information 802 11b g WLAN Driver Installation l DE ae a a Make sure the module is powered on and then insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual disc into the CD DVD drive Click Option Drivers button Click 1 Install WLAN Driver gt Yes Choose the language you prefer and click Next Click Next gt Install Click Finish to restart the
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149. such a serious system conflict that the operating system is unable to boot Power On Boot Beep Advanced Menu Use this menu item to enable disable the beep as the computer starts up Battery Low Alarm Beep Advanced Menu Use this menu item to enable disable the battery low alarm beep Fan Control Advanced Menu This menu item allows you to set the fan cooling behavior under light system activity if you choose Automatic the system will adjust the fan cooling as appropriate for the system activity 5 10 Advanced Menu BIOS Utilities Security Menu Phoenix SecureCore tm Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Boot Exit aa Security Menu Item Specific Help The changes you make here affect the access to the Setup utility itself and also access to your ma chine as it boots up af ter you turn it on These settings do not affect your machine or network passwords which will be set in your software OS Supervisor Password Is Clear User Password Is Clear Supervisor Password lEnter controls access to the Set User Password Enter setup utility Password on boot Disabled Fixed disk boot sector Normal Help Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults BLE Select Menu Select Sub Menu Save and Exit Figure 5 _ 4 Set Supervisor Password Security Menu Security Menu You can set a password for access to the Phoenix SecureCore Setup Utility This will not affect access to the computer OS only the Pho
150. t ing system with AHCI mode enabled default e Ifyou have installed the Windows Vista O S with AHCI enabled DO NOT dis setting DO NOT dis able it see sidebar ie pa pe d ill need t e The SATA mode should be set to AHCI if you have included an Intel Turbo E A emia Memory Robson NAND flash memory card module in your purchase option Vista OS e The SATA mode should be set to AHCI to support eSATA port hot swapping DFOROM Robson Support Advanced Menu gt SATA Mode Selection AHCI This item will only be available if you have selected AHCI in SATA Mode Selec tion The option should be enabled only if you have included an optional Intel Tur bo Memory Module in your purchase configuration You should then install the driver as per the instructions in Intel Turbo Memory amp Matrix Storage Setup and Driver Installation on page 7 33 Advanced Menu 5 9 BIOS Utilities Boot time Diagnostic Screen Advanced Menu Use this menu item to enable disable the Boot time Diagnostic Screen Legacy OS Boot Advanced Menu Enable this item to support only system boot from the Legacy OS e g Windows Vis ta If disabled the system will attempt to boot from the EFI Extensible Firmware Interface before the Legacy OS Reset Configuration Data Advanced Menu This item is set to No as default You can change the setting to Yes if you have in stalled a new add on which has reconfigured the system resulting in
151. t System Setup and Load Setup Defaults save your changes to Discard Changes CMOS Save Changes Choosing to Discard Changes or Exit Discarding Changes will wipe out any changes you have made to the Setup You can also choose to restore the original Set up defaults that will return the Setup to its original state and erase any previous changes you have made in a previous session 5 14 Exit Menu Upgrading The Computer Chapter 6 Upgrading The Computer Overview This chapter contains information on upgrading the computer Follow the steps out lined to make the desired upgrades If you have any trouble or problems you can con Warranty Warning tact your service representative for further help Before you begin you will need Please check with your ee service representative e A small crosshead or Phillips screwdriver ations eee any e A small regular slotted flathead screwdriver upgrade procedures to e An antistatic wrist strap find out if this will VOID your warranty Before working with the internal components you will need to wear an antistatic wrist strap to ground yourself because static electricity may damage the compo nents The chapter includes e Removing the Battery e Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive e Upgrading the System Memory RAM e Upgrading the Optical CD DVD Device Please make sure that you review each procedure before you perform it SSS r T Overview 6 1 Upgrading The Computer
152. t check and select an item from box Connections has a tick inside it if you want to be notified when a Bluetooth the returned search re device wants to connect sults to get more infor mation x 9 Bluetooth Devices Devices Options COM Ports Hardware Discovery A To protect your privacy select this check box only when you want a Bluetooth device to find this computer Figure 7 4 Bluetooth Devices Options Connections 7 Allow Bluetooth devices to connect to this computer 4 Alert me when a new Bluetooth device wants to connect J Show the Bluetooth icon in the notification area Change settinas for a Bluetooth enabled device Restore Defaults ok _Cancet_ __ pol Bluetooth Module 7 5 Modules Wireless LAN Module If you have included an Intel Wi Fi Link 5100 5300 Series 802 11 a g n WLAN eas pets d module or 3rd Party 802 11b g WLAN module in your purchase option make sure Aircratt that the Wireless LAN module is on before installing the driver Mines enone Meenas Use the Fn F11 key combination see Table I 4 on page I 10 to toggle power Viesscwe ne cesses tothe Wireless LAN module When the WLAN module is powered on the 4 LED SON MS wil be green and the indicator _ will briefly be displayed Make sure you install the module s are OFF if Ae you are using the computer the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 I on pa
153. tely discharge then fully charge a new battery see Battery FAQ on page D 21 Battery Life Your computer s battery life is dependent upon many factors including the programs you are running and pe ripheral devices attached Power Options you may set low battery Alarms and actions and check the Power Meter from the Power Options control panel and settings in the OS will help prolong the battery life if con figured appropriately Powe Schemes St Pee Hele uiae Hibernate Powe Schemes Ader PowerMetet Advanced Hibernate Low battery alsm Show deial ior each battery r irer Eer baii olan even prt boei mache Poser statu as r Touba pman 1 Low Battery Warning Total tere rere 2D iram When the battery is critically low immediately connect the AC DC adapter to the computer or save your work otherwise the unsaved data will be lost when the power is depleted lt j Alam Acton Haies Sound Te iton Hbemete Fun Progen Hore Figure D 12 Power Options Alarm amp Power Meter ae Sa a a ae aa Ye E D 18 Battery Information Windows XP Information Battery life may be shortened through improper maintenance To optimize the life and improve its perfor mance fully discharge and recharge the battery at least once every 30 days We recommend that you do not remove the battery yourself If you do need to remove the battery for any reason see Removing the Battery on pag
154. tend the Desktop Display Modes B 11 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Enabling TV Display ie To display desktop images on a TV connect the TV to your computer by using an Detect Displays HDMI cable DVI cable from the TV to the HDMI Out port DVI Out port at the rear To get a full range of dis Of the computer play options click My dis play is not shown inthe You will need to enable the TV display from the NVIDIA Control Panel as per the list instructions on B 5 The TV will appear as a display option 2 Select the displays HDMI Audio Setup you would like to use when attached to the HDMI Out port DVI Out port Apply the settings and then click Yes to save the changes See HDMI Audio Con figuration on page B 1 0A crest re 7 for instructions on con O ms 5 RS figuring audio for HDMI 5 ji Set Up Multiple Displays CEEE display devices NDA lies ro di EY A Set up your external dis I Gee Lon ti yd a sse play TV or LCD for peel larare gt a oS HDMI input see your a cn a trae display device manual ee wir P aeua saeou 3 5 U beng VIX Laptop Dupisy y v daar a 7 piep Daisy Figure B 9 Change Display BONSUNA eieren daen mermera en miem tanir ane Configuration TREE a aa eran aans with TV connected ORT Cams B 12 Enabling TV Display NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Changing the TV Signal Format 1 2 3 When the TV is enabled as a
155. tery explode e Do not try to repair a battery pack Refer any battery pack repair or replacement to your service representative or qual ified service personnel e Keep children away from and promptly dispose of a damaged battery Always dispose of batteries carefully Batteries may explode or leak if exposed to fire or improperly handled or discarded e Keep the battery away from metal appliances e Affix tape to the battery contacts before disposing of the battery e Do not touch the battery contacts with your hands or metal objects Vill Preface Cleaning Do not apply cleaner directly to the computer use a soft clean cloth Do not use volatile petroleum distillates or abrasive cleaners on any part of the computer Servicing Do not attempt to service the computer yourself Doing so may violate your warranty and expose you and the computer to electric shock Refer all servicing to authorized service personnel Unplug the computer from the power supply Then refer servicing to qualified service personnel under any of the following conditions e When the power cord or AC DC adapter is damaged or frayed e Ifthe computer has been exposed to rain or other liquids e Ifthe computer does not work normally when you follow the operating instructions e Ifthe computer has been dropped or damaged do not touch the poisonous liquid if the LCD panel breaks e If there is an unusual odor heat or smoke coming from your computer Save IR
156. test time to return to full operation During Stand by the hard disk is turned off and the CPU is made to idle at its slowest speed All open applications are retained in memory When you are not using your computer for a certain length of time which you specify in the oper ating system it will enter Stand by mode to save power Hibernate Hibernate uses no power and saves all of your information on a part of the HDD before it turns the system off Although it saves the most power it takes the longest time to return to full operation You can set your computer to automatically enter Hibernate mode when the battery power is almost depleted You will need to enable Hi bernate mode from the Hibernate tab in the Power Options control panel The system will resume from Hi bernate mode by pressing the power button 2 System Resume The system can resume from Stand by mode by e Pressing the power button e An incoming call received on the modem if enabled e Network card activity if enabled Figure D 10 Enable Hibernation Sa aa ee oe ee e E D 16 Power Management Features Windows XP Information Configuring the Power Button The power button may be set to send the computer in to either Stand by or Hibernate mode In Stand by mode the LED will blink green In Hibernate mode the LED will be off battery If you are in a power saving mode set to save power through individual components e g hard disk monitor the LED wi
157. the default notebook LCD is the selected display device After a camera picture is obtained on the default notebook LCD you may then use the Fn F7 to toggle through the display modes give the screen time to refresh If you have selected an external display as your display device do not run the PC Camera software application until you have switched back to the notebook LCD The transfer of data between the computer and a Bluetooth enabled device is supported in one direction only simultaneous data transfer is not supported If you are copying a file from your computer to a Bluetooth enabled device you will not be able to copy a file from the Bluetooth enabled device to your computer until the file transfer process from the computer has been completed The Bluetooth module s default state will be off after resuming from the Sleep power saving state Use the key combination Fn F12 to power on the Bluetooth module after the computer resumes from Sleep You have not configured the HDMI audio output See HDMI Audio Configuration on page B 7 8 12 Problems amp Possible Solutions Troubleshooting Screen Resolution Error If you are experiencing either screen resolution reduction or screen flickering after resuming from Sleep in Windows Vista only then follow the instructions below to fix this problem This error arises in compliance with Windows Vista policy which triggers TMM Transient Multi Monitor Manager when the n
158. the lid will wake the system up Power Off Press the Power Button Press the Power Button Sleep Blinking Green Press the Sleep Button Fn F4 Key Combo Off battery Hibernate Press the Power Button Table 3 I Orange AC DC adapter Resuming Display Turned Off Press a Key or Move the Mouse Touchpad Operation a Power Button When the computer is on you can use the power button as a Sleep Hibernate hot key but ton when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds pressing and holding the power button for longer than this will force shut the computer to shut down Configuring the Power Buttons 3 9 Power Management Battery Information Zax Please follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery Low Battery amin Battery Power Wel N ecw Seas Your computer s battery power is dependent upon many factors including the pro ONS WSS grams you are running and peripheral devices attached You can set actions to be KET O E OTS taken e g Shut down Hibernate etc and set critical and low battery levels from Op cel elie Vier ee Power plan Advanced Settings see Figure 3 I on page 3 4 erwise the unsaved CELE NSS WS Click the battery icon A J in the taskbar to see the current battery level and charge the power is depleted connect the AC DC status 6 2 Power Options E 54 available plugged in charging
159. tion As HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface carries both audio and video sig nals you will need to configure the audio output as per the instructions below The settings will depend upon the video card you have installed in your purchase option Windows Audio Setup for HDMI 1 2 3 4 D o Click Start and click Control Panel or point to Settings and click Control Panel Click Sound gt Hardware and Sound Click Playback tab and click to select Realtek Digital Output or NVIDIA HDMI Output see sidebar Click Set Default button Click OK to close the Sound gt control panel You will now be able to hear audio sources when played in Windows Media Player Habad Geren Saure Select A playback device bebo 3 Reamek Ohgital Gut put G Attaching Other Displays B 7 Playback Options If your video card has hardware support for HDMI the NVIDIA HDMI Output option will be available and should be selected as the play back option If the NVIDIA HDMI Out put does not appear then Realtek Digital Output should be se lected as the playback option Figure B 6 Sound Playback Options NVIDIA Video Driver Controls HDMI Notes e Connect a device with HDMI support to the HDMI Out port BEFORE attempt ing to play audio video sources through the device Other Applications If you are using a third e If you disconnect the HDMI cable the default audio playback device will not p
160. tions Note that card types specifications and drivers are subject to continual updates and changes Check with your service center for the latest details on video cards supported 1 16 Video Features Quick Start Guide Display Devices amp Options Besides the built in LCD you can also use an external VGA monitor CRT external Flat Panel Display or TV ciated to the DVI Out a Out port as vont display device Adapter Color Management Drag the coms to match your monitors NVIDIA Looking for the NVIDIA Display Control Panel All of the NVIDIA control panels have been consolidated into a singl e application the NVIDIA Control Panel it can be launched from the Windows Control Panel or by right clicking on the Windows desktop 1 Genenc PnP Mentor on NVIDIA Geforce BROOM GTX 2 Start the NVIDIA Control Panel Cotors High Highest G2 ba 1920 by 1200 pixeis iow dol get the bert ciapiay Advanced Settings Cancel ok l Cancel Apply S ieren siaran Figure 1 9 Display Settings amp NVIDIA Control Panel Both connected displays output the same view Both connected displays are treated as separate devices and act as a virtual desktop Table 1 5 NVIDIA Display Modes Video Features 1 17 Quick Start Guide Power Options The Power Options Hardware and Sound menu control panel icon in Windows see page 1 15 allows you to configure power management
161. toconnect etc menus under Advanced Ganer PDP type in the left menu and then hirea z click in any of the fields to C_i add the appropriate infor General Options mation supplied by your service provider If you have chosen the profile from the drop down list then most of the information in the Gener al and Advanced tabs should be automatically filled in for you however check with your service provider for the latest in formation as you may at least need to add in your Username and Pass word 6 Click Apply gt OK to save the information 7 You can choose the profile from the pull down menu a 3G Watcher Wiew Tools ia Chunghwa Telecom AN EAU KE Figure 7 20 VA Choose Profile SIERRA WJH ELESE 3 5G Module 7 23 Modules Connecting to the Service Provider 1 Power on the 3 5G module using the Fn key combination 2 You can access the 3G Watcher application from the Start menu Start gt Programs All Programs gt Sierra Wireless gt 3G Watcher or by clicking the desktop icon fi 3 The software will run and display the service provider name see Setting Up a Carrier Profile on page 7 22 7 3G Watcher View Tools Figure 7 21 Connect Button SIERRA WIRELESS 4 Click Connect to begin the connection process 5 The 3G Watcher application will then display the connection information in the window 7 3G Watcher Figure 7 22 Conne
162. ttons and turn on password protection Choose the power settings that you want for your computer The changes you make to the settings on this page apply to all of your power plans ie Change settings that are currently unavailable However you can dis able this setting from the Power Options menu by clicking Require a password on wakeup in the left menu and se lecting the options click Change settings that are currently unavail able Power and sleep buttons and lid settings j On battery LW Plugged in When I press the power button Sleep z Do nothin S s C When I press the sleep button E Sleep 7 Shut down amp S When I close the lid Sleep a Sleep 7 Password protection on wakeup Require a password recommended When your computer wakes from sleep no one can access your data without entering the correct password to unlock the computer Create or change your user account password Don t require a password When your computer wakes from sleep anyone can access your data because the computer isn t locked Figure 3 4 Power Options Define Power Buttons 3 8 Configuring the Power Buttons Power Management Resuming Operation You can resume operation from power saving states by pressing the power button ye or in some cases pressing the sleep button Fn F4 key combo Closing the Lid If you have chosen to send the computer to Sleep when the lid is closed raising
163. turning it off for a few minutes and then rebooting You will lose any unsaved data but it may start working again Then call your service representative SSS a a eS ee Overview 8 1 Troubleshooting Basic Hints and Tips Many of the following may seem obvious but they are often the solution to a problem when your computer ap pears not to be working e Power Is the computer actually plugged into a working electrical outlet If plugged into a power strip make sure it is actually working Check the LED Power Indicators see LED Indicators on page I 7 to see the computer s power status e Connections Check all the cables to make sure that there are no loose connections anywhere e Power Savings Make sure that the system is not in Hibernate or Sleep mode by pressing the keys config ured in your Power Options see Configuring the Power Buttons on page 3 8 the Fn F4 key combi nation or power button to wake up the system e Brightness Check the brightness of the screen by pressing the Fn F8 and F9 keys to adjust the bright ness see Table 1 4 on page I 10 e Display Choice Press Fn F7 to make sure the system is not set to external only display e Boot Drive Make sure there are no optical media and or USB storage devices in any connected drive when you start up your machine this is a common cause of the message Invalid system disk Replace the disk and then press any key
164. uctions and install all necessary drivers and utilities as outlined in Drivers amp Utilities on page 4 1 when setting up a new hard disk 1 Turn off the computer and turn it over and remove the battery 2 Locate the component bay cover and remove screws Figure 6 2 Component Bay Cover Screws 6 4 Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive Upgrading The Computer Carefully a fan and cable are attached to the under side of the cover lift up the bay cover Ae Carefully disconnect the fan cable and remove the cover Fan Cable Make sure you recon nect the fan cable 8 before screwing down the bay cover gt Ji imi ALLINMI EE fim AAT AN X a zi i poy Figure 6 3 Bay Cover Removal Figure 6 4 Hard Disk Assembly Screws Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive 6 5 Upgrading The Computer 6 Pull the hard disk assembly in the direction of the arrow Figure 6 5 Hard Disk Pull 7 Carefully remove the hard disk assembly in the direction of the arrow Figure 6 6 Hard Disk Removal 6 6 Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive Upgrading The Computer 8 Remove screws to separate the hard disk from the bracket 9 Reverse the process to install any new hard disk Figure 6 7 Hard Disk Bracket Removal Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive 6 7 Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the System Memory RAM The computer has two memory sockets fo
165. unlight foreign matter or moisture may in a humid environment any surface that will block the affect the system Vents Fan Intakes Bs ILA Preface 3 Avoid interference Keep the computer away from high capacity transformers electric motors and other strong magnetic fields These can hinder proper performance and damage your data 4 Follow the proper working procedures for the computer Shut the computer down properly and don t forget to save your work Remember to periodically save your data as data may be lost if the battery is depleted Do not turn off the power until Do not turn off any peripheral Do not disassemble the com Perform routine maintenance you properly shut down all pro devices when the computer is puter by yourself on your computer grams 5 Take care when using peripheral devices Use only approved brands of Unplug the power cord before peripherals attaching peripheral devices Preface Power Safety The computer has specific power requirements e Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer Zk e Your AC DC adapter may be designed for international travel but it still requires a Power Safety steady uninterrupted power supply If you are unsure of your local power specifications Warning consult your service representative or local power company Before you undertake e The power adapter may have either a 2 prong or a 3 prong grounded plug The third any upgrade
166. vanced Technology Attachment port See USB 2 0 1 1 Ports on page A 4 for USB port information Note The eSATA port only supports hot swapping if you have selected AHCI mode in SATA Mode Selection in the BIOS see SATA Mode amp eSata Port on page 5 8 If you have se lected IDE mode then hot swapping devices connected to the eSATA port is not supported Note that hot swapping is NOT supported in the Windows XP O S A 2 Interface Ports amp Jacks Interface Ports amp Jacks a a HDMI Out Port The HDMI Out High Definition Multimedia Interface is an audio video connector interface for HDMI transmitting uncompressed digital streams This allows you to connect an external monitor TV or Flat Panel Display etc as a display device see Attaching Other Displays on page B 5 by means of a HDMI cable Note that HDMI carries both audio and video signals see HDMI Audio Configuration on page B 7 Headphone Out Jack Headphones or speakers may be connected through this jack Note Set your system s volume P to a reduced level before connecting to this jack Microphone In Jack Plug an external microphone in to this jack to record on your computer A Mini IEEE 1394 Port This allows high speed connection to various peripheral devices e g external disk drives and IEEE digital cameras see note below 1394 y IEEE 1394 The Mini IEEE 1394 ports only support SELF POWERED IEEE 1394 devices
167. ve it wn EE MOUSA Pull the latches to release the second module if necessary Insert a new module holding it at about a 30 angle and fit the connectors firmly into the memory socket The module s pin alignment will allow it to only fit one way Make sure the module is seated as far into the socket as it will go DO NOT FORCE the module it should fit without much pressure Press the module in and down towards the mainboard until the socket levers click into place to secure the module Replace the cover and screws see Figure 6 9 Restart the computer to allow the BIOS will register the new memory configuration as it starts up 6 10 Upgrading the System Memory RAM Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Optical CD DVD Device 1 Turn off the computer and turn it over and remove the battery 2 Locate the component bay cover and remove screws Figure 6 12 Removing the CD DVD Device Upgrading the Optical CD DVD Device 6 11 Upgrading The Computer Fan Cable Make sure you recon nect the fan cable 8 before screwing down the bay cover Figure 6 13 Bay Cover Removal Figure 6 14 Optical Device Removal 3 Carefully a fan and cable are attached to the under side of the cover lift up the bay cover Carefully disconnect the fan cable and remove the cover E y k LILLI i sa I t id z LLULLAN LLLE nw Remove the screw at point
168. w you to see the screen clearly Position the display directly in front of you at a comfortable viewing distance Adjust the display viewing angle to find the best position LCD Screen Care To prevent image persistence on LCD monitors caused by the continuous display of graphics on the screen for an extended period of time take the following precautions Set the Windows Power Plans to turn the screen off after a few minutes of screen idle time Use a rotating moving or blank screen saver this prevents an image from being displayed too long Rotate desktop background images every few days Turn the monitor off when the system is not in use XIII XIV Preface Contents NOUCO osori a EE I Function Hot Key Indicators cccccceeeeeeeeees 1 10 FCC aatem ameer et rene tt II System Map Front amp Rear Views eeeeeeeeeeeeereesseee 1 11 FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement III System Map Right View ccccccccsscssenseeesseeesseees 1 12 Instructions for Care and Operation ccccceeeeeee V System Map Left View 2 0 0 0 ceccccsceeeeceeeeseeeeeeeeeeees 1 13 Power Safety acicusimsisssasenirtardaadtasacandonnetidartaantianaodenseens VI System Map Bottom View ccccccccecccccceeeeeeeeeeeees 1 14 Battery Precautions cccccccccecccecceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaes VII Windows Vista Start Menu amp Control Panel 1 15 O E E EES IX Video MCA ceszacotscsseusaceasenscoanc
169. wer management features for your computer You may conserve power through individual components such as the monitor or hard disk or you may use either Stand by or Hibernate mode to conserve power throughout the system Power Schemes You can set your computer to conserve power through individual components by means of Power Schemes You can also adjust the settings for each scheme to set the monitor to turn off after a specified time and the com puter s hard disk motor to turn off if the hard disk drive has not been accessed for a specified period of time if the system reads or writes data the hard disk motor will be turned back on The schemes may also be set to set a specified time for the system to enter Stand by or Hibernate modes Power Options Properties imene Aleit Post Meter Advanced blibennate i Lren ne pe here wath he mea neni tir ie Wy the corte Nolte thel chamara the pegs becker orld ely the elected scheme Resuming Operation Press the Sleep Resume GQ nsan j ee key combination Fn F4 Ahe Smis A Aer Si or power button to resume ae ee B piem from Monitor or Hard Disk After 20 mins After 5 mint Stand by Filles 2 bee fier 2 hours 0E Figure D 9 Power Schemes SS ae a sr ae ea ee es a D 14 Power Management Features Windows XP Information Each Windows Power Scheme will also adjust the processor performance of your machine in order to save pow er This is worth bearing in mind if you are expe
170. y display desktop on the other display s This mode will drive multiple displays with the same content Dualview Mode Dualview Mode treats both connected displays as separate devices and they act as a virtual desktop resulting in a large workspace When Dualview is enabled you can drag any icons or windows across to the other display desktop It is therefore possi ble to have one program visible in one of the displays and a different program visi ble in the other display Resolution Error If you are experiencing screen resolution prob lems screen flickering after resuming from Sleep in Windows Vista see page Display Modes B 9 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Using New Display Detected to Enable Extended Mode 1 Attach your external display to the DVI Out Port or HDMI Out port and turn it on 2 Ifa New Display Detected window does not appear in Windows Vista go to the Windows Mobility Center control panel Mobile PC gt Adjust commonly used mobility settings and click Connect display 3 Click to select Show different parts of my desktop on each display extended 4 Click Right or Left under Extend your desktop 5 Click Apply gt OK Ga 2 New Display Detected Choose the appearance of your display Figure B 7 Extend your desktop New Display Detected Extended Show my desktop on the external display only To select different settings go to Display Settings in Control Panel OK Can
171. ys refer to the documentation of any new hardware and or software and pay particular attention to files entitled READ ME or READ ME FIRST When installing a new device always make sure the device is powered on and in many cases you will need to restart the computer Always check that all the cables are correctly connected Make sure you have installed the drivers for any new hardware you have installed latest driver files are usually available to download from vendor s websites Thoroughly check any recent changes you made to your system as these changes may affect one or more system components or software programs If possible go back and undo the change you just made and see if the problem still occurs Upgrading and Adding New Hardware Software 8 5 Troubleshooting e Don t over complicate things The less you have to deal with then the easier the source of the problem may be found Example if your computer has many devices plugged into its ports and a number of programs running then it will be difficult to determine the cause of a problem Try disconnecting all of the devices and restarting the computer with all the peripheral devices unplugged A process of elimination adding and removing devices and restarting where necessary will often find the source of a problem although this may be time consuming 8 6 Upgrading and Adding New Hardware Software Troubleshooting Problems amp Possible Solution

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