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1. Color Management GeForce Go 7800 GTX Ef GeForce Go 7800 GTX SESE Fi ure B 7 3 niew Display Settings Wa AVIDIA _ Performance amp Quality Settings eerie ees ee oe pak 3 nformation about your based graphics card and the Additional raie A system it is running on Pro pe rties Video Overlay Settings System information Tools Processor AMD Turionftm 64 Mobile Technology PowerMizer Operating system Windows XP Service Pack 2 N Rotate Direct version Direct 9 0 or better Screen Resolutions amp Refresh Rates amp Desktop Management Graphics card information Menu Editing Processor GeForce Go 7800 GTX Video BIOS version 5 70 02 24 C3 IRQ 18 f roe eet Bus PCI Express x8 Click pin icon to push pin in Memory 256 MB to keep the menu open Pa ForceWare version 82 93 der Time NVIDIA integrated N IDIA Information gt gt Some screen examples are shown on the following page B 4 NVIDIA Display Properties NVIDIA Video Driver Controls You may make changes to the Display Settings Color Correction Video Overlay Resolutions Refresh Rates and Screen Rotation by clicking the appropriate tab and ZE adjusting the setting Help Menus E E ulti Adaline ane HYI Gof ane Ca TO on X mer peere mm Teen ieshet a aneu Tiabiechoos _ Goa Ge MOGI Color nagam tcc FAO GT Sa 7 ee AAA Sj i a e Ga A GT 1 E G Ga MGT Aran Dizia Seige SE AVIDIA view Digi
2. Mobile AMD Turion 64 Processor 25W 10 09 0 09 Micron Silicon On Insulator SOI 754 pin Micro PGA Package Process Technology 512KB L2 Cache Models MT 28 MT 32 1 6GHZ 1 8GHz Mobile AMD Turion 64 Processor 25W 10 09 0 09 Micron Silicon On Insulator SOI 754 pin Micro PGA Package Process Technology 1MB L2 Cache Models MT 30 MT 34 MT 37 MT 40 1 6GHZ 1 8GHz 2 0GHZ2 2 2GHz nVIDIA nForce4 SLI Chipset 19 WSXGA 1680 1050 TFT LCD Security Security Kensington Type Lock Slot BIOS Password Memory Two 64 bit wide DDR Data Channels Two 200 Pin DDR SODIMM Sockets Supporting DDR 400 333 MHz Expandable up to 2GB Compatible with 1024MB 512MB 256MB DDR 400 333 MHz Modules BIOS O One 512KB Flash ROM Phoenix BIOS C 2 Specifications Specifications Feature Specification Video Card NVIDIA GeForce Go 7800 GTX Options Dual Single NVIDIA G70 GTX High Performance Graphic Chip Ze 512MB Dual VGA or 256MB Single VGA Video Card Options DDR III DDR3 Video RAM On Board 256 bit Memory Interface Note that card types specifications and driv PCI Express 8 by 2 ers are subject to continual updates and Fully DirectX 9 Support SM 3 0 NVIDIA Only changes Check with your service center for Modular Design the latest details on video cards supported Storage Options One Changeable Primary 2 5 9 5mm h Serial ATA II SATA II Hard Disk Drive One Changeable Primary Optical Device Bay 12 7 mm h for
3. Windows XP 4 7 Drivers amp Utilities Audio Modem 1 Double click Audio 1 Double click Modem OR OR Click Start menu gt Run and navigate Click Start menu gt Run and navigate D Browse to Browse to D Drivers 02A UDIO setup exe and click D Drivers O3MODEM Setup exe and click OK OK 2 Click Next 2 Click OK gt OK 3 Click Finish to restart the computer 3 The modem is now ready for configuration Modem Country Selection Be sure to check if the modem country selection is ap propriate for you Control Panel gt Phone and Modem Options 4 8 Windows XP LAN 1 Double click Lan OR Click Start menu gt Run and navigate Browse to D Drivers 04LAN Setup Yukon Win exe and click OK 2 Click Next 3 Click the button to accept the license and click Next 4 Click Install gt Finish 5 The network settings can now be configured Drivers amp Utilities AP Key Buttons 1 Double click AP Key OR Click Start menu gt Run and navigate Browse to D Drivers 0O5AP Key AKSETUP exe and click OK 2 Click Next 3 Click Finish to restart your computer Windows XP 4 9 Drivers amp Utilities TouchPad l oS Double click Touchpad OR Click Start menu gt Run and navigate Browse to D Drivers O6TOUCHPAD setup exe and click OK Click Next gt Next click Continue Anyway if asked if you want to continue at any time Cli
4. bi ELAHTECH Dericed Carp ELANTECH Devices Comp ETP Wim Ter PRS VOM 3 003 Copymight 2 2003 2005 ELANTECH Device Corp BS Ehow icon in tha bakhan qerm ahile heer he 2 10 TouchPad and Buttons Mouse Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer Audio Features You can configure the audio options on your computer from the Sounds and Audio Devices Windows control panel see Figure I 8 on page I 13 or from the Sound Manager icon in the taskbar control panel this will bring up the AC97 Audio Configuration menu Adjust the volume may be adjusted by using the Fn How high the sound vol F5 F6 key combination ume can be set depends on the setting of the vol The audio system features SRS WOW Surround Sound 3 8 Technology inside ume control within Win SRS TruSurround TruBass Focus Enhancement SRS WOW Surround Sound dows Click the Volume may be toggled on off using the Fn F2 key combination icon on the taskbar to check the setting a Sound Volume Adjustment Note that audio input through Line in will default to the mute setting To set up your audio sources to play though the Line in jack go to the Sounds and Audio Devices Windows control panel and make sure the Mute box is not ticked Volume ACSF Audie Contipuration EaR ACIFA iig Ea raj Eid Egule POF a WATE Ger MM Geren Etiece Equi PFO HRIF Dex hone E Genma PEENTE 128 i ss E Ie a x oa j i i i i i i j i i
5. Device Settings gt gt B 10 Attaching Other Displays NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Select the display option from the Primary Display Secondary Display dropbox If you have a TV and external monitor flat panel display attached you will have a number of available options see sidebar Select and Apply the appropriate option Multiple Monitors and NVIDIA GeForce Go 7800 AE Troubleshoot E GeForce Go 7800 GTX General Adapter Monitor Color Management GeForce Go 7800 GTX niew Display Settings Performance amp Quality Settings SLI multi GPU Color Correction Video Overlay Settings Tools Primary display PowerMizer WVIDIA Teplays to a single grap nview Display Mode a Laptop Display B ViewSonic Vx700 a Laptop Display N ViewS onic VX700 i EZ i Secondary display N VRotate sega Screen Resolutions amp Refresh Rates Desktop Management Menu Editing to pannina on secondary device lewport lock f Detect Displays Device Settings gt gt sob Click the monitor icon to select it and then click the Device Settings button to make any adjustments for the selected display including Screen Resolutions amp Refresh Rates Click Apply to confirm any setting changes Ze nView Display Mode Options The display options listed under the Prima ry Secondary display drop boxes will differ according to the dis plays attached
6. Vee Setup Menus Along the top of the screen is a menu bar with five 5 menu headings When you select a heading a new screen appears Scroll through the features listed on each screen to make changes to Setup 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 ton appropriate for your then use the arrow keys to scroll up or down the page model and options 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 Program 5 5 BIOS Utilities Main Menu Figure 5 2 Main Menu Advanced Security Boot Item Specific Help AA 11 05 System Date 127 3072005 gt Primary Master UJDA770 DVD CDRW PM eis lt elie Tabs ox PSATA Port 4 FUJITSU MHT2060BH S4 ee ee System Memory Co4n es Extended Memory 510 MB VGA Card MAVILDILA VSOO Gar VBIOS Revision 5 70 02 2473 VBIOS Build Date Li 22 O05 System Time amp Date Main Menu The hour setting uses the 24 hour system i e midnight 13 1 p
7. control panel 1 2 Click Advanced button 3 Click GeForce Go tab 4 Click Additional Properties or click the icon i to make any video adjustments Multiple Monitors and NVIDIA GeForce Go 7800 PK General Adapter Monitor Troubleshoot Color Management a GeForce Go 7800 GTX anata r e A GeForce Go Control Panel To access the GeForce Go control panel from the desktop right click the desktop then point to NVIDIA Display and click Laptop Dis play Arrange Icons By gt Refresh NVIDIA Display gt Laptop Display New gt nview Properties NVvKeystone d Properties NVIDIA Display Properties B 3 Ze Taskbar Icon Click the NVIDIA task bar icon then click NVIDIA Display gt Lap top Display to bring up the GeForce Go con trol panel If you cannot see the tray icon E_ go to the GeForce Go control panel tab and select the Tools item from the Ad ditional Properties menu Click the tickbox Enable taskbar icon and apply the settings Figure B 2 Enable Taskbar Icon NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Additional Properties The items listed in the Additional Properties window allow you to configure your display s If the items do not display you can either click the Additional Properties button or click the icon g Multiple Monitors and NVIDIA GeForce Go 7800 X General Adapter Monitor Troubleshoot
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10. Hybrid for both analog and digital inputs or AverMedia F M102 for analog input only Mini PCI TV Tuner Module comes with a remote control unit and CDs containing the AverTV Utility software amp Power DVD soft ware TV Tuner Remote The TV antenna jack and S Video In jack will only be enabled when the TV Tuner module is installed Make sure you install any software before connect ing the TV antenna Figure 7 4 TV Tuner Ports 1 Consumer IR Transceiver 2 S Video In Jack 3 TV Antenna Jack Mini PCI TV Tuner Module 7 9 Modules Ce User Manual Insert the TV Tuner CD ROM and double click Acrobat Reader button and follow the instructions to install the program if you have not already done so Double click User Manual from the menu to access the manual TV Antenna The TV antenna sup plied with any TV Tun er module is intended for indoor use only Please do not use your TV Tuner module out doors AverMedia Mini PCI TV Tuner Module If your purchase includes either of the AverMedia Mini PCI TV Tuners then install the driver and software as per the instructions below Installing the AverTV Utility Software Insert the AverTV Utility CD ROM into the CD DVD drive Click TV Utility Software Click Yes gt Next gt Next click Continue Anyway if asked to continue at any time Click Finish Run the program from the Start gt Programs All Programs gt AVer TV menu
11. Key button function key combination in order to enable the modules see Table 1 detected 3 on page 1 7 Table 1 4 on page 1 8 The Wireless LAWN The driver s for the module s have not been installed Make sure you have installed the driver Bluetooth PC Camera for the appropriate module see the instructions in Chapter 7 Modules for the appropriate modules cannot be module configured The PC Camera The software is using the incorrect device f you have both the optional PC Camera and TV Tuner software displays a modules present make sure you install the TV Tuner driver and application first After installing black screen when the the PC Camera driver you will need to select which device to use with the EMAMCAP program EMAMCAP software is Goto the Devices menu in the EMAMCAP program and select the USB2 0 1 3M PC CAM device run see PC Camera amp TV Tuner on page 7 12 E ee a a a a ee ee Problems amp Possible Solutions 8 11 Troubleshooting 8 12 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 eee Built In Microphone The built in microphone all
12. Optical CD DVD Device Drive Options see Optional on page C 5 Card Reader Built In 4 in 1 Card Reader SD MMC MS MS Pro aac SRS WOW Surround Sound Technology Virtual 4 Channel Sound System Inside S PDIF Digital Output 5 1 CH 3D Enhanced Sound System Built In Microphone Sound Blaster PRO Compatible 4 Built In Speakers Built In Sub Woofer Keyboard amp Full Size Winkey Keyboard with Numeric Keypad Built In TouchPad Scroll Functionality Included Pointing Device Specifications C 3 Specifications PCMCIA One Type II PCMCIA 3 3V 5V Socket I O Ports Communication Five USB 2 0 Ports One Mini IEEE1394a Port Two Mini PClI Ports One Serial Port One Infrared Transceiver IrDA 1 1 FIR One DVI Out Port One Headphone Speaker Out Jack One Microphone In Jack One S PDIF Out Jack One Line In Jack for Audio Input Infrared Transceiver Infrared Transfer 1cm 1M Operating Distance 115 2K bps SIR 4M bps FIR IrDA 1 1 Compliant 10 100 1000 BASE TX Fast Ethernet LAN on board PCle Interface Integrated 56K AC 97 Modem V 92 Compliant C 4 Specifications One Ru 11 Jack Modem One RJ 45 Giga LAN Local Area Network Jack One DC In Jack One 7 Pin S Video Out Jack for TV amp HDTV Output requires adapter One TV Antenna Analog Digital Jack Functions with Optional TV Tuner Module One Consumer Infrared Transceiver Functions with Optional TV Tuner Module One S Video In Jack for V
13. Plugged In Green The Computer is On pp en Blinking Green The Computer is in Stand by Mode The Battery is Charging The Battery is Fully Charged Blinking Oranae The Battery Has Reached J g Critically Low Power Status Blinking Green New Mail Has Arrived 1 6 System Map Top View with LCD Panel Open AP Key Buttons These buttons power on off the optional PC Camera and Bluetooth modules access the internet and e mail and enable disable high performance video Table 1 3 AP Key Buttons Enable Disable High Performance Video Z Enable Disable the optional C K PC Camera Module Enable Disable the optional Bluetooth Module oO Activate the Default E mail Program Activate the Default Internet Browser Quick Start Guide g 3D Ap Key Button Use this button to enable disable high performance video when powered by the AC DC adapter the 3D Ap Key button will be illuminated in blue when in high performance video mode If you switch from AC Power to battery power the sys tem will automatically change to a lower performance video mode setting High Performance Video can not be enabled when the system is battery powered The system will retain in memory the last known video performance setting if you switch back from battery to AC power Function Keys amp Numeric Keypad The keyboard has an embedded numerical keypad for easy numeric data input see Figure I 3 Activate the Number Lock feature by pressing the Num
14. Update Driver button check the Driver tab and follow the on screen prompts 4 4 What to Install Driver Installation Insert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual CD ROM and the Notebook Driver Installation appli cation will run automatically If you want to install the driver manually see Table 4 1 on page 4 6 1 PE Drivers amp Utilities HoteBook Driver Installation Check the driver installation order from Table 4 1 on page 4 6 the drivers must be installed in this order which is the same as that listed in the driver installation screen menu Double click to select the name of the driver you wish to install Follow the instructions as listed in this chapter Make a note of the drivers you have installed If a restart is required after installing a driver you will usually need to click the Yes Finish button when prompted to restart the computer To get back to the Driver Installation screen click Start menu gt Run and navigate Browse to l D setup exe and click OK Figure 4 2 OR Driver Installation Screen Double click the My Computer icon and then double click the CD icon Driver Installation 4 5 Drivers amp Utilities Windows XP SP2 Table 4 l Driver Installation Manual Driver Installation If you wish to install the drivers manually click the Exit button to quit the Notebook Driver Installation appli cation and then follow the manual
15. applications Screen Resolutions amp Refresh Rates Desktop Management Menu Editing r To learn more click here Restore Defaults NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Display Devices Besides the built in LCD you can also use an external monitor flat panel display or 7 TV as your display device The following are the display options Display Wizard Use the Display Wizard 1 The built in LCD in the Desktop Man 2 An external monitor connected to the DVI Out Port may require DVI to VGA agement window to converter quickly setup and con 3 A flat panel display connected to the DVI Out Port may require DVI to VGA figure any attached dis converter plays see Figure B B 4 A TV connected to the S Video Out jack 5 on page B 6 Multi GPU Display Mode Support DAAL IK Monitor and TV Tuner SLI Multi GPU supports only single display mode disable SLI Multi GPU before switching to Clone or Dualview modes If you are connecting both a monitor flat panel display to the DVI Out Port and a cable aeri al to the optional TV Tuner module make sure you attach the cable aerial to the TV Tun er first then the monitor T S ee Display Devices B 9 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Attaching Other Displays 4 If you prefer to use a monitor or flat panel display connect it to the DVI Out Port at Function Key the rear of the computer Combination 1 Attach your external monito
16. ba LI a Cacal 12 aula Later e fier 100 20 400 sh m a iz 14 1 Figure 2 9 AC97 Audi i A Eora __ ba wee j a Poma e udlo a a Sys Seco ee cee ee Cana Configuration ce Ce Cie Menus i oo Audio Features 2 11 Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer Configuring the Infrared Settings for FIR al To configure your computer s infrared port on the right of the computer for Far In Infrared frared FIR communication follow these steps Communication The infrared transceiver 1 Click Start point to Settings and click Control Panel or just click Start gt Control operates on a Line of Panel Sight 2 Double click Wireless Link Printers and Other Hardware Category icon 3 Click Hardware tab and click the Properties button then click the Advanced Make sure nothing is tab blocking the line of 4 Select Infrared Transceiver A and change the Value to HP HSDL 2300 Sight between your 3600 system s transceiver and the destination s transceiver 5 Click OK gt OK 6 Restart the computer if prompted to do so You can enable disable the infrared transceiver in the BIOS see I O Device Con figuration Advanced Menu on page 5 9 For further information please refer to the manual of the device you wish to connect 2 12 Configuring the Infrared Settings for FIR Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer Adding a Printer The most
17. computer DVD Regions g i Changes remaining 5 Korea The Philippines Indonesia Hong Kong United Kingdom A South amp Central America Mexico Lh ae 4 To change the current region select a geographic area and then click OK Uruguay Uzbekistan Au stralia Vanuatu Vatican City New Zealand Venezuela j Current Region Not Selected N Korea Russia Eastern Europe w New Region Regont India amp Most of Africa Oia i Optical Device 2 5 Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer 4 in 1 Card Reader a The card reader allows you to use some of the latest digital storage cards Push the Card Reader Cover card into the slot and it will appear as a removable device Make sure you keep the cover in the card reader e MMC MultiMedia Card when not in use This e SD Secure Digital will help prevent foreign e MS Memory Stick objects and or dust get e MS Pro Memory Stick Pro ting in to the card read er Figure 2 4 Right View 1 Card Reader 2 6 4 in 1 Card Reader Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer PC Card Slot The computer is equipped with a PCMCIA 3 3V 5V slot for one type If PC Card Inserting and Removing PC Cards e Align the PC Card with the slot and push it in until it locks into place e To remove a PC Card simply press the eject button next to the slot Figure 2 5 PC Card Slot SS T a ee ae PC Card Slot 2 7 Sto
18. 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 l 2 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 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 Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak 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 This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit DC Output 20V 11A 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 I Product Preface Instructions for Care and Operation The notebook computer is quite ru
19. get a full range of op tions from the Device Settings menu click the Detect Displays button Click to select the TV icon then click the De vice Settings button Figure B 11 TV Device Settings Enabling TV Display To display desktop images on a TV connect the TV to your computer by using an S Video cable from the TV to the S Video Out jack at the rear of the computer You will need to enable the TV display from the nView Display Settings tab see Attaching Other Displays on page B 10 The TV will appear as a display option select the display option from the Primary Display Secondary Display dropbox when attached to the S Video Out jack GF oce Go 7000 GTX rhew Diiptay Petomance amp Qualty Setting riwe allows pou to Conmmct tapae Kipin t a aja gagis Cand SU mA GPU riview Display Mode Clore Prenany dagiay E Lapio Daniy Secorelary Gecdey noch Plates C Make the the prmery deiphey _ Drabi auto parng on recomdary device ewpart lock ee CO E Prenary Once PR FEAREN ka 0 2 _Cancel me Lock Pan Poatien Coker Correction Device Adjustments Change Mescltion B 14 Enabling TV Display NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Click the TV display icon to select it and set the TV format from the Select TV For mat menu The Advanced option at the bottom of the Select TV Format menu al lows you to select TV format by country if you are unsure of your TV format Device Adjustments D
20. is a common cause of the message Invalid system disk Replace the disk and then press any key Remove disks or other media Press any key to restart 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 10 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 ha
21. 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 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 Vill 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 adapt
22. the Optical CD DVD Device s 6 9 Removing the Video Card s cccccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 6 10 Modules VCO Ws eso ance Sirane E AES 7 1 The Wireless LAN amp Bluetooth Modules 000 0 7 2 Muini PCI Wireless LAN Module oscene 7 3 Intel WLAN Driver Installation oeenn 7 4 MSI 6833B WLAN Driver Installation 00 000 7 5 Bluetooth Module sescesscssccuassesccereussceretesssersessabacsoestadenrses 7 7 Bluetooth Driver Installation ocene 7 7 Mini PCI TV Tuner Module ooeec 7 9 AverMedia Mini PCI TV Tuner Module 7 10 Installing the AverTV Utility Software 0 7 10 Installing the Cyberlink Power DVD Software 7 10 Digital TV Broadcast Signal ccccccceeeeeeeeees 7 11 Preface PGC aie ta Mod le essiens taiii 7 12 PC Camera Driver Installation 2 0 0 eccceeeeees 7 12 PC Camera Audio Setup cccccccccccceccceeeeeeeeeeeeeees 7 13 EMAMCAP rah aegeecet ceserscetse els renn e des 7 15 Troubleshooting DV COW EEE E T E A see 8 1 Basic Hints aod TIPS ensani 8 2 Backup and General Maintenance ccccceeeeeeeeees 8 3 N E e E 8 4 Upgrading and Adding New Hardware Software 8 5 Problems amp Possible Solutions 2 0 0 ccc cessseessseeeeeeeeees 8 7 Interface Ports amp Jacks OOS W e tort rantomstunatncoinauar candies nensactindesnaoe A 1 Pors CNG TACKS seren R A 2 Built In Microphone ce sesccurecorcesaaviceretecereiercienteas
23. 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 Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer DVD Regional Codes To change the DVD regional codes see Changing DVD Regional Codes on page I 10 DVD Regional Coding Table 2 1 nemon ecooraphical EEN TEAC DW 224E Properties DVD Regional Coding USA Canada General Properties DYD Region Volumes Driver Most DYDs are encoded for play in specific regions To play a regionalized DYD on your computer you must set your DYD drive to Western E u rope J apan So uth play discs from that region by selecting a geographic area from the following list Africa M iddle East amp Egypt CAUTION You can change the region a limited number of times Fi ure 2 3 one Cures oe reaches aie yai Fia o fe eon even South East Asia Taiwan South if you reinstall Windows or move your rive to a different
24. 10 Battery Information 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 a JAK Damaged Battery Warning Should you notice any physical defects e g the battery is bent out of shape after being dropped or any unusual smells emanating from the notebook battery shut your computer down immediately and contact your service center If the battery 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 See a I I I U Battery Information 3 11 Power Management Battery FAQ How do I completely discharge the battery Caution 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 1s 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 espe cially any Alarms unclick the tickboxes see 3 9 and Schemes change all the Replace only with the settings to Never see page 3 4 As the battery nears the end
25. Control Panel 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 control panels for many of the features however many new control panels are added or existing ones are enhanced when you install the drivers listed in Table 4 1 on page 4 6 To see all controls it may be necessary to toggle off Cate gory View Windows XP Start Menu amp Control Panel 1 13 Quick Start Guide Video Features This computer features an NVIDIA Scalable Link Interface SLI that improves graphic quality and perfor mance by combining dual NVIDIA GPUs in a single system to allow the two graphics cards to run in parallel 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 1 Click Start point to Settings and click Control Panel or just click Control Panel 2 Double click Display icon In the Appearances and Themes category 3 Click Settings tab in the Display Properties dialog box You can also access Display Properties by right clicking the desktop and scrolling down and clicking Properties Click Settings and adjust as above Move the slider to the preferred setting in Screen area resolution Figure 1 9 on page 1 15 Click the arrow and scroll to the preferred setting In Colors Color
26. D ROMs supplied Table 4 1 on page 4 6 lists what you need to install manually according to your choice of the operating system and it is very important that the drivers are installed in the order indicated Module Driver Installation The procedures for installing drivers for the Wireless LAN Bluetooth TV Tuner and PC Camera mod ules are provided in Modules on page 7 1 Make sure that the drivers are installed in the order indicated in Table 4 I on page 4 6 What to Install 4 1 Drivers amp Utilities Activabe Winks a Set Program Access and Defaults Ee A te Windows Catalog lt Type the name of a program folder document or z AE Internet resource and Windows will open it for you Navigate Browse to D Rly vroor vn Open D Audio Setup exe You will notice that many of the instructions for driver installation require you to Navigate Browse to D We assume that you will install all drivers and utilities from the built in CD device and it is assigned to Drive D In addition all file extensions can be seen Windows XP Professional In this case D is the drive specified for your CD de vice Not all computers are setup the same way and some computers have the CD listed under a different drive letter e g if you have two hard drives or hard disk partitions one may be designated as Drive C and the other as Drive D In this case the CD device may be
27. Lk key at the top right of the keyboard You may check if Number Lock is enabled or not by looking at the LED status indicators System Map Top View with LCD Panel Open 1 7 a1 Quick Start Guide Table 1 4 Function Keys Touchpad Toggle Sound Toggle Fn F5 Decrease Audio Volume Fn o Scroll Lock Toggle Num Lk amp Scr Lk Keys e trier Numeric Keypad Other Keyboards If your keyboard is damaged or you just want to make a change you can use any standard USB keyboard The system will detect and enable it automati cally However special functions hot keys unique to the system s regular key board may not work 1 8 System Map Top View with LCD Panel Open System Map Front amp Rear Views Quick Start Guide g Figure 1 4 Front amp Rear Views LCD Latches Consumer Infrared Transceiver 7 Pin S Video Out Jack DVI Out Port DC In Jack Vent Fan Intake RJ 11 Phone Jack 2 USB 2 0 Ports Serial Port 0 S Video In Jack 1 Security Lock Slot N 2 OONDOSA Enabled with Optional Mini PCI TV Tuner Only 7 Pin S Video Out Jack The 7 pin S Video Out Jack requires an adapter cable 7 pin S Video plug to 4 pin S Video jack adapter in order to connect to a standard S Video cable the y cable pictured includes a com posite video jack System Map Front amp Rear Views 1 9 Quick Start Guide System Map Left View Figure 1 5 Left View S
28. Manager Control Panel NVIDIA nView Desktop Manager The nView Desktop Manager allows quick access to control panels for features such as Desktop Management Profiles Hot Keys etc The Control panel may be ac cessed as follows 1 Click Start point to Settings and click Control Panel or just click Control Panel 2 Double click NVIDIA nView Desktop Manager icon Click Switch to Classic View from the left of the menu if you are in Category View Click the Enable button to display the Desktop Management options menu View Vv Lanna or niew Desktop Manager wizard To easily set up commonly used Desktop Manager features al click Setup Wizard The Display Wizard helps you to quickly configure any attached displays after enabling nView Desktop Manager B 6 NVIDIA Display Properties Additional configuration controls and tools are available from the nView Desktop Manager E View Doskiop Manaper mck tog Mia Al Prohles Valneicera Appktabore Orwilepa Liss imada CHects Zoom Mother Howe Tools RVIDIA _ Tr Enable epe opton inthe Winders deakiog mghicheh mere Sites patie ane meetin Lirik le Fi Ersla rha tack gicha Eke riara badia Ez apay gari Tie ba buon Cheview gira L Emm Fih hop mammig iHe dey Dalami i iia bia leie reie dept Basima n CO Derkiog Menegererd F Werdow Apphoetene Devhtope Uam Inted sce Efect ewm Hoi Kape Mazs Too
29. PCl Wireless LAN Module Modules Bluetooth Module Before installing the Bluetooth driver make sure that the optional Bluetooth mod ule is on the LED will be green Use the Ap key to toggle power to the Wireless Device Bluetooth module Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Operation Aboard Table 4 1 on page 4 6 Aircraft The use of any portable electronic transmission de vices aboard aircraft is usu Bluetooth Driver Installation 1 Make sure the module is powered on and then insert the Bluetooth CD a eta ae ue the module s are i ROM into the CD DVD drive E E ans The program will run automatically aboard aircraft Choose the language you prefer and click OK Click Next Click the button to accept the license agreement and then click Next Click Next gt Next gt Install Click Finish gt Yes to restart the computer The IVT Corporation BlueSoleil Main Window screen appears on restart 9 You can configure the settings at any time by going to the IVT Corpora tion BlueSoleil Main Window control panel Start gt Programs All Pro grams gt IVT BlueSoleil or by clicking the taskbar icon E oe a a Bluetooth Module 7 7 Modules a User Guide View the BlueSoleil User Guides from the Help Menu or press the F1 key in the IVT Cor poration BlueSoleil Main Window control panel Click BlueSoleil User Guides in the Contents tab and click to select
30. PDIF Out Jack 2 Line In Jack see page A 3 Microphone In Jack Headphone Out Jack Optical Device Drive Bay for CD DVD Device ss A E 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 di alogue box and select the DVD Region tab to bring up the control panel to allow you to adjust the regional code see DVD Regional Codes on page 2 5 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 1 10 System Map Left View Quick Start Guide System Map Right View s Figure 1 6 Right View PC Card Slot Mini IEEE 1394a Port 3 USB 2 0 Ports TV Antenna Jack 4 in 1 Card Reader Infrared Transceiver see page 2 12 7 RuJ 45 LAN Jack oe ey 4 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 Enabled with Optional Mini PCI TV Tuner Only 4 Mini IEEE 1394a The Mini lEEE 1394a port only supports SELF POWERED IEEE 1394a devices System Map Right View 1 11 Quick St
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32. Properties Custom Color Settings Z3 Rotation Settings E Color Correction NVIDIA Display About NVIDIA settings Exit Click the taskbar icon to bring up the menu Figure B 6 nView Desktop Manager Screen Examples NVIDIA Display Properties B 7 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Ee Multi GPU Display Mode Support SLI Multi GPU supports only single display mode disable SLI Multi GPU before switching to Clone or Dualview modes Figure B 7 SLI multi GPU Conirol Panel B 8 SLI Multi GPU SLI Multi GPU This computer features an NVIDIA Scalable Link Interface SLID that improves graphic quality and performance by combining dual NVIDIA GPUs in a single sys tem SLI Multi GPU needs to be enabled disabled from the SLI multi GPU menu item 1 Go to Additional Properties in the GeForce Go control panel tab see page B 3 2 Select SLI multi GPU 3 Click the box to enable disable SLI multi GPU and click Apply or OK NVIDIA GeForce Go 7800 GTX GeForce Go 7800 GTX Digital Flat Panel Settings Performance amp Quality Settings SLI multi GPU SLI multi GPU SLI multi GPU Z Enable SLI multi GPU Your graphics cards features NVIDIA Scalable Link Interface SLI technology for significant improvements in rendering performance Color Correction Video Overlay Settings Tools PowerMizer C Show GPU load balancing NVRotate Load balancing will be shown in DirectX and OpenGL
33. Seti aya SS Apii rir prides Aja ay Sera EL mle PL gpk abo iiie pear Da Vittarge g Tei Conathon hung gical thee erage Ca Gibts iem sirj TE bideora briri e Wideg res hengi Toii Ahi Panis Tah Doren P i TERTA Diti dees satrni ove Shovesin eniin k Fisha Elater vap Fiii iira on Test top Haa z R gt gt ige E rsj x pte ai an r r a a Dax ppi Caimi Genie Right click on many of the items in the tabs to bring up the What s This button Click the What s This button to bring up the help menu Figure B 4 Screen Examples Genera Troubleshoot Coles sammer Geforce Go RUN GTX er rr PET NA AYIDIA Right click on a control panel item to bring up a Help menu see sidebar a Gefore Go 7800 GTX Zoom conta Ou PoweMoe N Potae Saten Resoksons amp Reire Ratas di Desktop Management Meru Edtrg chek the center or stow core Oros selected you can oor t thet pobon of the ecreen by mong the poon she Beto NVIDIA Display Properties B 5 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Ee nView Desktop Manger from Additional Properties You can view the nView Desktop Manager con trol panels from the Ad ditional Properties window Select Additional Prop erties from the Ge Force Go control panel Click the Desk top Management menu item and click the En able button to display the options Figure B 5 Desktop
34. alla tion on page 7 5 Bluetooth See the install procedure in Bluetooth Driver Instal lation on page 7 7 TV Tuner See the install procedure for your TV Tuner module in Installing the AverTV Utility Software on page 7 10 PC Camera See the install procedure in PC Camera Module on page 7 12 Windows XP 4 11 Drivers amp Utilities 4 12 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 inform
35. and the Display Mode chosen Click Detect Displays button to automati caly update the at tached display information Figure B 9 Primary Secondary Display Dropbox Attaching Other Displays B 11 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Display Modes Single Display Mode Only one of your displays is used i Display Wizard Use the Display Wizard in the Desktop Man Clone Mode t ind t l p p an DA Clone Mode simply shows an exact copy of the Primary display desktop on the other figure any attached dis display s This mode will drive multiple displays with the same content and each plays see Figure B B display device can be configured independently 5 on page B 6 l Dualview Mode Multi GPU Display l Mode Support Dualview Mode treats both connected displays as separate devices and they act as l a virtual desktop resulting in a large workspace When Dualview is enabled you can a ay a drag any icons or windows across to the other display desktop It is therefore possi mode disable SLI Multi ble to have one program visible in one of the displays and a different program visi GPU before switching to ble in the other display Clone or Dualview modes B 12 Display Modes NVIDIA Video Driver Controls To Enable Extended Desktop Windows Display Properties 1 Attach your external monitor to the external monitor port and turn it on 2 Click Start point to Settings or click Control Pan
36. and select the AVer TV program or double click the icon on the desktop Installing the Cyberlink Power DVD Software I 2 3 4 oo Insert the Cyberlink PowerDVD CD ROM into the CD DVD drive Click Next gt Yes gt Next gt Next Click Finish Run the program from the Start gt Programs All Programs gt CyberLink PowerDVD menu and select the CyberLink PowerDVD program or dou ble click the icon on the desktop Type in the serial number and click Activate then run the software again See over for instructions on configuring S PDIF audio output SS rae a a ee 7 10 Mini PCI TV Tuner Module Modules Digital TV Broadcast Signal The antenna is the most crucial factor in receiving a clear Digital Terrestrial TV broadcast signal The passive antenna provided should provide a clear signal when placed beside a window If the signal is not clear then you can purchase an active antenna it should also be placed beside a window to improve the signal You should also check with any related government website which provides information on Digital Terrestrial TV coverage for your area Note that unlike standard analog TV if the digital signal is weak then no picture will appear on the TV at all Setting S PDIF for Audio Output in Cyberlink Power DVD If you want to use the S PDIF Out jack for audio output in the Cyberlink Power DVD application then you should configure the application as follows Connect the spea
37. art Guide System Map Bottom View Figure 1 7 Bottom View Battery Battery Release Latch CD DVD Device Release Latch Hard Disk Bay Cover Vent Fan Intake Sub Woofer Component Bay Cover Speakers oot Oe a a Battery Information Always completely 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 discharges See Battery Information on page 3 9 for full instruc tions 1 12 System Map Bottom View Quick Start Guide gi Windows XP Start Menu amp Control Panel Most of the control panels utilities and programs within Windows XP 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 Activabe Winslow Explore Search 47 Set Program Access and Def outs Wirra CRD ib Windows Update un Prog omi Open All Users Explore All Users Ained y p se hwi j Por Opos A soot ga eh Taiba ond Start Meru 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 The
38. ation 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 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 FirstBIOS Desktop Copyright 1985 2004 Phoenix Technologies Ltd All Rights Reserved BIOS Revision 1 00 P 02a KBC EC Revision 1 00 D05a CPUO AMD Athlon tm 64 Mobile Technology MT 3 CPU Stepping E4 1600MHz 633K System RAM Passed 510M Extended RAM Passed 1024K Cache SRAM Passed System BIOS shadowed video BIOS sha dowe d ATAPI CD ROM UJDA770 DVD CDRW Fixed Disk 0 FUJITSU MHT2060BH Mouse intialize 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 se
39. ck Finish to restart your computer You may then configure your TouchPad as out lined in TouchPad and Buttons Mouse on page 2 10 PCMCIA l Double click PCMCIA OR Click Start menu gt Run and navigate Browse to D Drivers 0O7PCMCIA setup exe and click OK 2 Click Next 3 Click Finish AMD Processor l Double click AMD OR Click Start menu gt Run and navigate Browse to D Drivers 08AMD setup EXE and click OK Click Next gt Yes gt Next gt Next Click the button Yes I want to restart the computer now and click Finish to restart the computer Ee e a ee 4 10 Windows XP AutoMail Checker 1 Double click AUTOMAIL OR Click Start menu gt Run and navigate Browse to D Drivers 09A UTOMAIL SETUP EXE and click OK 2 To continue click Next gt Next gt Finish 3 Run the program from the Auto Mail Checker in the Start menu Start gt Programs All Pro grams gt Auto Mail Checker 4 Click the icon in the taskbar to input the e mail account details 5 For further details see Auto Mail Checker on page 2 8 Module Drivers See the pages indicated for the driver installation pro cedures for any modules included in your purchase op tion Drivers amp Utilities Wireless LAN See the appropriate install procedure for your WLAN module in either Intel WLAN Driver Installation on page 7 4 or MSI 6833B WLAN Driver Inst
40. commonly used peripheral is a printer The following conventions will 7 help you to add a printer however it is always best to refer to the printer manual for Parallel Printer specific instructions and configuration options After setting up the print er attach the parallel ca USB Printer ble to the printer Most new printers have a USB interface connection You may use any one of the Connect the printer s ports to connect the printer parallel cable to the Par allel to USB converter Install Instructions and then plug the con 1 Set up the printer according to its instructions unpacking paper tray toner ink car verter into the USB port tridge etc ON th 2 Turn ON the computer ey ees then turn ON the com 3 Turn ON the printer sues 4 Connect the printer s USB cable to one of the USB ports on the computer l 9 Windows will identify the printer and either load one of its own drivers or ask you Windows will identify the to supply one Follow the on screen instructions printer and either load one of its own drivers or Parallel Printer ask you to supply one Ke a oad Follow the on screen in This is still a very common type of printer The install instructions are in the sidebar conn you will need to purchase a parallel to USB converter Adding a Printer 2 13 Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer 2 14 Power Management Chapter 3 Power Management F Overview OS Note To conserve power especial
41. control panel Figure 3 2 on page 3 7 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 Their main difference 1s 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 You can use either method depending on your needs 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 hibernation It takes a longer time to wake up the system from Hibernate mode than from Stand by mode 3 6 System Power Options Stand by Stand by saves the least amount of power but takes the shortest 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 operating 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 be fore 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 Hiber nate mode when the battery power is almost depleted You will need to enabl
42. dacees 5 1 The Power On Self Test POST oo eee eens 5 2 Paving the POST seirer ea 5 3 Eal MOUS semonce E EEA 5 3 Non Fatal ETOS sererai a a 5 3 The setup PIOCTAON eniri an eE de 5 4 FMC TMS Seip sonaesincmso i 5 4 SCP O TOCS eea S 5 5 Man MOON eissernir E E E 5 6 System Time amp Date Main Menu ccccceceeeeeeees 5 6 Primary Master SATA Port 4 Main Menu 5 7 System Extended Memory Main Menu 5 5 7 Advanced Memi ecirrcrrress inon 5 8 Advanced Chipset Control Advanced Menu 5 8 I O Device Configuration Advanced Menu 5 9 Reset Configuration Data Advanced Menu 5 9 Power On Boot Beep Advanced Menu 008 5 9 Battery Low Alarm Beep Advanced Menu 5 9 DGC UIT MEN eea tors vations sesusecauaetsdevonaxtauses 5 10 Set Supervisor Password Security Menu 5 10 Password on boot Security Menu ccceeeeeeee 5 11 Preface Boot Menu cocccecccavescasadecerveseecesuvtewevecsecectersecabacdeccseedenves 5 12 S LAs 5 eee rrr 5 13 Upgrading The Computer OO ceca cated cnt der isina R NEA ukeciante 6 1 When Not to Upgrade ccccccccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeaeeees 6 2 Removing the Battery s 2cccsossscavsiessviadsssveceacunniime acini 6 3 Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive s cccceceeeeeeees 6 4 Upgrading the System Memory RAM eeeeeeeeeees 6 6 Upgrading
43. deo In Jack The S Video In jack allows video input to the computer if you have included the optional Mini t PCI TV Tuner in your purchase 7 Pin S Video Out Jack Connect your television to your computer and view DVDs VCDs or anything else your computer can display You will need a 7 pin S Video plug to 4 pin S Video jack adapter and S Video cable to make the connection see 7 Pin S Video Out Jack on page 1 9 A 4 Interface Ports amp Jacks Interface Ports amp Jacks a a ee TV Antenna Jack Use this jack to connect the TV antenna if you have included the optional Mini PCl TV Tuner in your purchase USB 2 0 1 1 Ports These USB 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 oe 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 Interface Ports amp Jacks A 5 Interface Ports amp Jacks NVIDIA Video Driver Controls Appendix B NVIDIA Video Driver Controls The basic settings for configuring the LCD are outlined in Video Features on page I 14 NVIDIA Video Driver Installation Make sure you install the drivers in the or
44. der indicated in Table 4 I on page 4 6 1 Double click VGA OR Click Start menu gt Run and navigate Browse to D Drivers 01 VGA setup exe and click OK 2 Click Next click Continue Anyway if asked if you want to continue at any time 3 Click Finish to restart the computer NVIDIA Video Driver Installation B 1 LF Video Card Options Note that card types specifications and driv ers are subject to contin ual updates and changes Check with your service center for the latest details on vid eo cards supported NVIDIA Video Driver Controls 3D Ap Key Button The system will default to high performance video when powered by the AC DC adapter the 3D Ap Key button p will be illuminated in blue when in high perfor mance video mode If you switch from AC power to battery power the system will automatically change to a lower performance video mode setting the 3D Ap Key button p will no longer be illuminated in blue High Performance Video can not be enabled when the system is battery powered Figure B 1 3D Ap Key Button The system will retain in memory the last known video performance setting if you switch back from battery to AC power 1 3D Ap Key Button B 2 3D Ap Key Button NVIDIA Video Driver Controls NVIDIA Display Properties More advanced video configuration options are provided in the NVIDIA Display Properties control panel tab Open the Display Properties see page 7 74
45. designated as Drive E Please make sure you are actually navigating to the correct drive letter for the CD device 2 CMH PC Comea Cy Shewed hosuma When you click the Browse button after clicking Run in the Start menu you will see the Look in di alog box at the top of the Browse window Click the scroll button to navigate to My Computer to display the devices and drive letters Mp Corsgauter Fia rumma My Hetwork Filer of ipe Progeana Figure 4 I Navigate Browse to 4 2 What to Install service Packs Check the warnings on the following pages regarding installation of the appropriate Service Pack for your Windows OS If you are unsure of the Service Pack currently installed see below Make sure you have in stalled the appropriate Service Pack before installing all the drivers Service Pack Installed To see which Service Pack is currently installed on your computer go to the General tab of the System control panel Right click the My Computer icon on the desktop or in the Start menu and select Properties The Service Pack currently installed on your system will be listed un der the System heading If no Service Pack informa tion is listed then no Service Pack is installed Drivers amp Utilities What to Install 4 3 Drivers amp Utilities Authorized Driver Message If you receive a message telling you that the driver you are installing is not authorized Dig
46. e Hi bernate mode from the Hibernate tab in the Power Options control panel The system will resume from Hibernate mode by pressing the power button Power Options Properties Power Schemes Alarms Power Meter Advanced Hibernate memory on your hard disk and then shuts down When your uy When your computer hibernates it stores whatever it has in computer comes out of hibernation it returns to its previous state Hibernate Disk space for hibernation Free disk space 6 015 MB Disk space required to hibernate 248 MB Power Management a System Resume The system can resume from Stand by mode by e Pressing the power button e Pressing the Fn F4 key combination e An alarm resume that 1S enabled and expires e An incoming call received on the modem if enabled e Network card activ ity if enabled Figure 3 2 Enable Hibernation System Power Options 3 7 Power Management Configuring the Power Button The power button may be set to send the computer in to either Stand by or Hiber nate mode In Stand by mode the LED gt W will blink green In Hibernate mode the LED will be off If you are in a power saving mode set to save power through individual components e g hard disk monitor the LED will remain green Power Options Properties lt 4 eg Power Schemes Alyma PowerMeter Advanced Hibernate Pema Schemes Alem Poverr Meter SOvINCEd Hiemoale k e qa k x Select th
47. e capture Modules Eliminating Screen Flicker If you find that the video screen in the EMAMCAP program is flickering you can try to adjust the setting in the Lighting Selection options 1 Run the EMAMCAP program 2 Goto Options and scroll down to select Video Capture Filter 3 Click Video Image tab 4 Select Florescent 50Hz Florescent 60Hz or Incandescent in the Light dropbox Properties Figure 7 6 Video Image Manito 7 pete ice F Usp m Flip Vertical Flip Horizontal White Balance bE j M Auto Exposure Set camera exposure time i Iv Auto Dark Bright Dak Area 7 16 PC Camera Module 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 I
48. e installation You can configure the settings by going to the Intel R PROSet Wireless control panel Start gt Programs All Programs gt Intel PROSet Wireless or by double clicking the taskbar icon jg Intel PROSet Wireless Intel R PROSet Wireless File Tools Advanced Profiles Help Wireless networks found Select one and gt Install Software click Connect gt View User Guide l Sat View Release Notes la This network has security enabled To manage profiles of previously connected wireless networks click the Profiles button a 7 4 Mini PCI Wireless LAN Module Modules MSI 6833B WLAN Driver Installation Make sure the WLAN module is powered ON Insert the Wireless LAN CD ROM into the CD DVD drive The program will run automatically Click Install Software button Click Yes to accept the license agreement Click Next gt Next Click Finish to restart the computer The network settings can now be configured Double click the WLAN icon 4 in the taskbar to run the RaLink Wire less Utility right click the icon to bring up the utility menu 10 Click Rescan to scan for available access points 11 Select an access point and click Connect to start the access process e g Authentication and Security 12 You can access the RaLink Wireless Utility from the Start menu Start menu and point to Programs All Programs gt RaLink Wireless oe eee e To view the Help men
49. e is usually labeled Drive D and may be used as a boot de vice if properly set in the BIOS Boot Menu on page 5 12 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 Optical Device 2 3 a Sound Volume Adjustment How high the sound vol ume can be set depends on the setting of the vol ume control within 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 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
50. e portr saving settings you want to use E y Select the power saving saingi you want 10 uie Upp Select the ponerse soling you went to use Figure 3 3 ei we yn Po W er O tions T Almas thow icon on the taiba L l Ahmas show icon on the taskbar C_ Always showy icon on the taikbar p gt promot tor paserord rhen computer resumes from standby v Promet tor password when computer renames thom standby E Promot for parpword when computer sepumes fom standby Advanced Power Power buton Power butor Powe butant B uttons When clone the id of my portable computer When close the id of my portable computer When clone the bd of my portable Computer Stared by Stand by i natrag Wan es sorm buton on ny conous Shut down v Slad by v Whon gress the power bufon on my computer Shut dows v When press the sinp bulion on my cogaint Stand by v When press the sleep Dutton on my computer Power Button Lid Sleep Resume Sleep Button ve Sleep Button You may also configure the Sleep Resume key combination Fn F4 from the menu illus trated in Figure 3 3 In Windows this is referred to as the Sleep button 3 8 Configuring the Power Button Power Management Battery Information NAV Z Please follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your battery LS Low Battery New Battery Warning Always completely discharge then fully charge a new battery see Battery FAQ yea battery is criti on page 3 12 f
51. el and click Control Panel if you are in Category View choose Appearance and Themes 3 Double click Display icon 4 Click Settings tab 5 Click the monitor icon e g Ej and make sure you have checked Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor and click Apply Display Properties H Themes Desktop Screen Saver Appearance Settings Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arrangement of your monitors 1125 Secondary Display 1680 0 Display 1680 0 Display 2 Default Monitor on NVIDIA GeForce Go 7300 GTX Color quality Highest 32 bit Screen resolution Less J More 1280 by 960 pixels Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor Troubleshoot m Click the appropriate monitor icon e g KJ to be able to select the option to extend the desktop on to it In this example the Primary mon itor J is on the left the secondary display 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 10 Display Properties Extended Desktop Display Modes B 13 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls ea Detect Displays To
52. elect Start Capture On the first run of the program if you have not set the captured file you will be asked to choose a file name size see the sidebar Pre Allocating File Space and location for the captured file Click OK to start capturing the video and press Esc to stop the capture If you wish to you may go to the File menu and select Save Captured Video choose a file name and location and then click Open you can view the file using the Windows Media Player Set Capture File In the EMAMCAP program you will only be asked to set the capture file name on the first run of the program When you run the program the next time the file will automatically be overwritten with the newly captured file To avoid overwriting files you can go to the Set Capture File option in the File menu and set the file name and location before capture Set the name and location then click Open you can choose Cancel to ignore the file size if prompted PC Camera Module 7 15 Modules vo Pre Allocating File Space You may pre allocate the file size for the cap ture file in the EMAM CAP program You can choose to ignore this by clicking Cancel Pre allocating space on the hard disk can im prove the capture quali ty particularly of large capture files by reduc ing the amount of work the hard disk has to do in finding space for the video data as it is being captured You may find it helpful to defragment the HDD be for
53. end the computer in to either Stand by or Hibernate mode Power Saving and Performance Power Schemes may have an affect on your computer performance see Power Schemes on page 3 4 1 16 Power Management Features 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 4 in 1 Card Reader e PC Card Slot e Auto Mail Checker e TouchPad and Buttons Mouse e Audio Features e Configuring the Infrared Settings for FIR e Adding a Printer E ae ea a a ee eee Overview 2 1 Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive is used to store your data in the computer The hard disk can be taken out to accommodate other 2 5 serial SATA ID hard disk drives with a height of 9 5 mm The hard disk is accessible from the bottom of your computer as seen below Further details on removing and inserting the hard disk are available in Up grading the Hard Disk Drive s on page 6 4 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 Options on page C 3 The optical devic
54. enu Save and Exit When you turn the computer on it will look for an operating system e g Win dows XP 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 5 12 Boot Menu BIOS Utilities Exit Menu Figure 5 6 Exit Menu Advanced Security Item Specific Help Enter Exit Discarding Changes Enter Exit System Setup and Load Setup Defaults Enter save your changes to Discard Changes Enter CMOS Save Changes Enter 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 D e Exit Menu 5 13 BIOS Utilities 5 14 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 Phil
55. ers and or cables 8 Anticipate customs Some jurisdictions may have import restrictions or require proof of ownership for both hard ware and software Make sure your papers are handy a a E ND NASI AAS Power Off Before Traveling 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 while 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 a
56. etting to Yes if you have in stalled a new add on which has reconfigured the system resulting in such a serious system conflict that the operating system is unable to boot Power On Boot Beep Advanced Menu Use this menu to enable disable the single beep sound at the end of the POST This item is Disabled by default Battery Low Alarm Beep Advanced Menu Use this menu item to enable disable the battery low alarm beep Advanced Menu 5 9 BIOS Utilities Security Menu Figure 5 4 M PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Security Menu Main Advanced Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help Supervisor Password Is Clear Enteri Password on boot Disabled Supervisor Password controls access to the setup utility Security Menu The changes you make here affect the access to the Setup utility itself and also access to your ma Help Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults chine as it boots up af Ee Select Menu Select Sub Menu Save and Exit ter you turn it on These settings do not Set Supervisor Password Security Menu affect your machine or You can set a password for access to the Setup utility This will not affect access to network passwords the computer OS only the Setup utility unless you choose to set a Password on which will be set in B T a your software OS OO ver 5 10 Security Menu BIOS Utilities Password on boot Security Menu Specify whether or not a password supervisor
57. evice Settings menu allows you to make changes to the TV output E TV Settings Figure B 12 TV Settings Settings TV ae TV utpu VIDIA gt BNIDIA Screen Adjustment Signal format Screen positioning m Select a signal format supported by your TY Brightness Contrast M NTSC Overdrive Video output format A Select the type of connector you are using to attach your TY Flicker filter Saturation eG Auto select v Presets Datome Enabling TV Display B 15 NVIDIA Video Driver Controls B 16 Specifications Appendix C Specifications Va Latest Specification Information The specifications listed in this Appendix are correct at the time of going to press Certain items particularly processor types speeds and CD DVD device types may be changed or updated due to the manufacturer s release schedule Check with your service center for details Specifications C 1 Specifications Feature Specification Processor Types Mobile AMD Turion 64 Processor 35W 10 09 0 09 Micron Silicon On Insulator SOI 754 pin Micro PGA Package Process Technology 512KB L2 Cache Models ML 28 ML 32 1 6GHZ 1 8GHz Mobile AMD Turion 64 Processor 35W 10 09 0 09 Micron Silicon On Insulator SOI 754 pin Micro PGA Package Process Technology 1MB L2 Cache Models ML 30 ML 34 ML 37 ML 40 ML 42 1 6GHZ2 1 8GHZ2 2 0GHZ 2 2 2 4GHz ML 44
58. f after you ve tried everything and the system still won t cooperate try 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 6 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 Stand by mode by pressing the keys con figured in your Power Management Power Options see Configuring the Power Button on page 3 8 the Fn F4 key combination 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 I 4 on page I 8 e Display Choice Press Fn F7 to make sure the system is not set to external only display see Table I 4 on page I 8 e Boot Drive Make sure there are no floppy disks in any connected drive when you start up your machine this
59. gged 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 sunlight foreign matter or moisture may in a humid environment any surface that will block the affect the system 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 g
60. he 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 Please check with your 2 Slide latch towards the unlock symbol and hold it in place and slide latch in service representative the direction of the arrow before undertaking any VEUEN ANES 3 Slide the battery out and lift it up and out of the battery bay upgrade procedures to find out if this will VOID your warranty Figure 6 I Battery Removal Removing the Battery 6 3 Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive s The hard disk drive s can be taken out to accommodate other 2 5 serial SATA IT hard disk drives with a height of 9 5mm h see Storage Options on page C 3 Follow your operating system s installation instructions 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 hard disk bay cover and remove screws 3 Remove the bay cover Figure 6 2 HDD Bay Cover Removal 6 4 Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive s oo Upgrading The Computer Slide the hard disk assembly in the direction of the arrow Remove the hard disk assembly Remove screws and separate
61. horized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineer ing or disassembly is prohibited AMD Turion is a trademark of Advanced Micro Devices Inc ensce gt is a trademark of SRS Labs Inc WOW technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs Inc Preface FCC Statement Federal Communications Commission 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 technician for help Yee aS Warning Use only shielded cables to connect I O
62. ideo Input Functions with Optional TV Tuner Module 802 11 a b g Mini PCI Wireless LAN Module Bluetooth Class II V1 2 Mini PCl interface Module 1 3M Pixel Video Camera Module Optional Mini PCI TV Tuner Module Optional Specifications Feature Specification Operating Windows XP SP2 Systems Supported Power Supports ACPI 2 0 Supports Hibernate Stand by Modes Management Full Range AC DC Adapter AC in 100 240V 47 63Hz DC Output 20V 11 A 220 Watts Easy Changeable 12 Cell Smart Lithium lon 6600MAH 14 8V 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 476mm w 343mm d 29 5 47 8mm h 6 6kg with 12 Cell Battery Dimensions amp Weight Optional Optical Drive Module Options TV Tuner Module with Mini PCI Interface either DVD CD RW Combo Drive Module analog only OR analog digital options DVD Dual Drive Module DVD Super Multi Drive Module 1 3M Pixel USB 2 0 Video Camera Module DVD Software Player Specifications C 5 Specifications
63. installation procedure for each driver The manual installation procedure be gins with instructions on how to browse to the executable file Click Start menu gt Run ee a ee a ee ee 4 6 Driver Installation Windows XP Driver Installation Procedure This section covers driver and utility installation in structions for Windows XP Home amp Professional In sert the Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual CD ROM and click the appropriate driver name from the NoteBook Driver Installation menu and follow the instructions to install the driver or Click Start and navigate Browse to follow the manual setup in structions New Hardware Found If you see the message New Hardware Found Found New Hardware Wizard during the installa tion procedure other than when outlined in the driver install procedure click Cancel to close the window and follow the installation procedure Drivers amp Utilities Chipset l Double click Chipset OR Click Start menu gt Run and navigate Browse to D Drivers OOCHIPSET setup exe and click OK 2 Click Next gt Next gt Next gt Yes 3 Click Finish to restart the computer Video VGA l Double click VGA OR Click Start menu gt Run and navigate Browse to D Drivers 01 VGA setup exe and click OK Click Next click Continue Anyway if asked if you want to continue at any time 3 Click Finish to restart the computer
64. ital Signature Not Found just click Yes or Continue Anyway to ignore the message and continue the installation 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 Version Conflict Message During driver installation if you encounter any file version conflict message please click Yes to choose to keep the existing newer version 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
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67. kers to the S PDIF Out Jack Run the Power DVD application Right click the screen then scroll down and select the Configuration menu item Click Audio tab Select SPDIF from the Speaker Environment menu Click OK The system is now set up to play the sound through the S PDIF Out Jack however note that audio output will only be played through the external speakers and not the system speakers eo ee Mini PCI TV Tuner Module 7 11 Modules ae PC Camera amp TV Tuner If you have the optional TV Tuner included in your purchase make sure you install the TV Tuner driver and appli cation first After install ing the PC Camera driver you will need to select which device to use with the EMAMCAP program Go to the De vices menu in the EMAMCAP program and select the USB2 0 1 3M PC CAM device PC Camera Module If your purchase includes the optional PC Camera you will need to install the device driver for it as indicated on the following pages make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 1 on page 4 6 are ZS Latest PC Camera Driver Information Check the PC Camera CD and any accompanying insert pages for the latest updated in formation on the PC Camera driver which may override the information provided here PC Camera Driver Installation 1 Insert the PC Camera CD ROM into the CD DVD Drive 2 The program will run automatically 3 Click Next click Continue A
68. l go DO NOT FORCE the module it should fit without much pressure 9 Press the module in and down towards the mainboard until the socket levers click into place to secure the module 10 Replace the cover and screws see Figure 6 4 11 Restart the computer to allow the BIOS will register the new memory configuration as it starts up 6 8 Upgrading the System Memory RAM Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the Optical CD DVD Device s 1 Turn the computer off turn it over and remove the battery 2 Slide the latch towards the unlock symbol and hold it in place 3 Slide the optical device out of the computer at point Figure 6 Removing the CD DVD Device s Upgrading the Optical CD DVD Device s 6 9 Upgrading The Computer Removing the Video Card s 1 Turn off the computer and turn it over and remove the battery 2 Locate the component bay cover and remove screws 3 Remove the bay cover Figure 6 9 Bay Cover Removal 6 10 Removing the Video Card s Upgrading The Computer 4 Remove screws amp 5 Carefully a cable is still connected grip the plastic tag and lift the video card up 6 Disconnect cable and lift the video card off the computer Figure 6 10 Video Card Removal Removing the Video Card s 6 11 Upgrading The Computer 6 12 Modules Chapter 7 Modules Overview This chapter contains the information on the vari
69. lace heavy objects cord if you are wet it is broken on the power cord Preface Battery Precautions Only use batteries designed for this computer The wrong battery type may explode leak or damage the computer 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 Recharge the batteries using the notebook s system Incorrect recharging may make the battery explode Do not try to repair a battery pack Refer any battery pack repair or replacement to your service representative or qual ified service personnel 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 Keep the battery away from metal appliances Affix tape to the battery contacts before disposing of the battery Do not touch the battery contacts with your hands or metal objects VII 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
70. lips 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 s e Upgrading the System Memory RAM e Upgrading the Optical CD DVD Device s e Removing the Video Card s Please make sure that you review each procedure before you perform it SSS r T Overview 6 1 Upgrading The Computer 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 T
71. lution Unwelcome numbers f the LED f is lit then Num Lock is turned ON see LED Indicators on page 1 6 appear when typing Ca Other Keyboards If your keyboard is damaged or you just want to make a change you can use any standard USB keyboard The system will detect and enable it automatically However special functions hot keys unique to the system s regular keyboard may not work The TouchPad doesn t The Touchpad has been disabled Press the Touchpad toggle Fn F1 key combination make 8 work sure you have installed the Touchpad driver The system freezes or The system s power saving features have timed out Use the AC DC adapter press a key on the the screen goes dark keyboard or press the sleep Fn F4 key combination or press the power button if no LEDs are lit The system never goes Power Options features are not enabled Go to the Windows Power Options menu and enable into a power saving the features you prefer see System Power Options on page 3 6 Make sure you have mode enabled Hibernate mode from the control panel E gee a er a 8 10 Problems amp Possible Solutions Troubleshooting Possible Cause Solution The Wireless LAN The modules are off Check the appropriate LED indicator g Ch to see if the modules are Bluetooth PC Camera on or off see LED Indicators on page 1 6 If the LED indicator is off then press the modules cannot be appropriate AP
72. ly when using the battery your computer uses the ACPI f Power management functions will vary slight power management system Power management conserves power by controlling in ly depending on your dividual components of the computer the monitor and hard disk drive or the whole operating system For system more information it is best to refer to the user s This chapter covers manual of your operat ing system e The Power Sources e Turning on the Computer Note All pictures used e Power Schemes on the following pages e S P Opti are from the Windows ystem Power Options XPOS e Configuring the Power Button e Battery Information Advanced Configuration and Power Interface The ACPI interface provides the computer with enhanced power saving techniques and gives the operating system OS direct control over the power and thermal states of devices and processors For example it enables the OS to set devices into low power states based on user settings and information from applications ACPI is fully supported in Windows XP Overview 3 1 Power Management The Power Sources The computer can be powered by either an AC DC adapter or a battery pack Hi Power Button as Stand by or AC DC Adapter Hibernate Button Use only the AC DC adapter that comes with your computer The wrong type of AC li you are using a fully f DC adapter will damage the computer and its components see page C 5 ACPI com
73. m 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 files to reflect these changes Sa E 5 6 Main Menu BIOS Utilities Primary Master SATA Port 4 Main Menu Pressing Enter here opens the sub menu to show the configuration of hard disks and CD DVD device s on the computer s IDE Channels 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 The Main menu also contains information on your video card and video BIOS ver sion Main Menu 5 7 BIOS Utilities Advanced Menu Figure 5 3 Advanced Menu Advanced Security Item Specific Help PI O Device Configuration Reset Configuration Data No Power on Boot Beep Disabled Battery Low Alarm Beep Enabled Advanced Chipset Control Advanced Menu Pressing Enter here will access the sub menu which allows you to disable the audio and modem devices if required 5 8 Advanced Menu BIOS Utilities I O Device Configuration Advanced Menu The sub menus under this item allow you to enable disable the Serial port A Serial Mouse and FIR Infrared transceiver Reset Configuration Data Advanced Menu This item is set to No as default You can change the s
74. n 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 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 XP etc and applications e g word processing spreadsheet and database pro grams have their own manuals so please consult the appropriate manuals 1 2 Overview Quick Start Guide gi 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 this manual refers to the following oper ating systems e Microsoft Windows XP Home amp Professional Editions with Service Pack 2 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 program
75. nd 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 Preface 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 e Adjust 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 e Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips Place your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest if necessary e Use a chair with a back and adjust it to support your lower back comfortably e Sit 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 e Alter y
76. ng the settings below will modify F igu re 3 l the selected scheme Power Schemes Power schemes Portable Laptop ome Office Desk Portable Lapto Presentation Always On Minimal Power Management Max Batter When computer Is s batteries Turn off monitor After 15 mins v After 5 mins Turn off hard disks After 30 mins v After 5 mins System standby After 20 mins v After 5 mins System hibemates After 3 hours v Alter 2 hours 3 4 Power Schemes Power Management Each Windows Power Scheme will also adjust the processor performance of your machine in order to save power This is worth bearing in mind if you are experienc ing any reduced performance especially under DC battery power Choose the Home Office Desk scheme for maximum performance when the com puter 1s powered from an AC power source Choose the Max Battery scheme 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 powered Windows will use Portable Laptop as the default scheme Power Schemes 3 5 Power Management System Power Options You can use the system power options to stop the computer s operation and restart where you left off This system 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
77. nyway if asked if you want to continue at any time 4 Click Finish gt OK to restart the computer 5 Run the emAMCAP application software from the USB2 0 1 3M PC CAM item in the Start gt Programs All Programs menu give the compu ter time to find the hardware 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 a audio recording options in Windows Taking Still Pictures 1 Goto the Start menu and point to Settings or click Control Panel and click Con You may take still pic trol Panel then double click the Sounds amp Audio Devices icon Sounds tures in the Windows Speech and Audio Devices in Category View XP operating system 2 Click Advanced in Device volume Volume tab only 3 Click Options and scroll down and click Properties Double click the My 4 Select Realtek AC97 Audio from the Mixer Device menu Computer icon on the 5 Click Recording button desktop or go the Start 6 Click Microphone check box if it is not checked and then click OK menu and point to My 7 Make sure the Select check box in the Recording Control panel under the Computer then click it Microphone section is checked boost the volume as high as it will go Double click the USB2 0 8 Close the window and then click OK 1 3M PC CAM icon USB2 0 1 3M Po CAM Click Take a new picture in the Camera Tasks box PC Camera M
78. odule 7 13 Modules Figure 7 5 Audio Setup Sounds and Audio Devices Properties Volume Sounds Audio Voice Hardware Realtek AC97 Audio Device volume Place volume icon in the taskbar Speaker settings Use the settings below to change individual speaker volume and other settings ii Volume Control Speaker Volume Properties Mixer device Realtek ACS Audio Adjust volume for Playback Other Show the following volume controls C Mono Mix C Stereo Mix C SPDIF CD Player Line In Microphone C Phone Line 7 14 PC Camera Module lt t4 Wave Siw Synth CD Player Microphone Balance Balance Balance Balance Ry MOY Sey ee 8 Volume Volume Volume Volume tt Lt t Options Help CD Player Balance Select Line In Microphone Balance Balance Pj 4 Volume Select Select Realtek 4C9 Audio EMAMCAP The EMAMCAP video viewer can capture video files to avi format and is useful for basic general purpose video viewing and testing a number of commercially available programs support advanced video capture features 1 Run the EMAMCAP program from the Start gt Programs All Programs gt USB2 0 1 3 PC Cam menu it is recommended that you set the capture file before the capture process see Set Capture File below Go to the Capture menu heading and s
79. of its life save and SUC ICUIIEN Close any critical files recommended by the manufacturer Discard CUE ENEC TEE When charging the battery don t stop until the LED charging indicator light changes structions from orange to green Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly re placed How do I maintain the battery Completely discharge and charge the battery at least once every 30 days or after about 20 partial discharges a a E E 3 12 Battery Information 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 The following operating system is covered e Windows XP Professional and Home Editions with Service Pack 2 What to Install The Device Drivers amp Utilities User s Manual CD ROM contains the drivers and utilities necessary for the proper operation of the computer The drivers for all the modules WLAN Bluetooth PC Camera and TV Tuner are on the separate C
80. ons Auto Mail Checker Connection Account Special Group Options Options Setting W Enable Mail LED H F hail P M Enable Notification Sound STO calcein EE jo utlook Express Auto Mail Checker 2 9 Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer a Mouse Driver If you are using an exter nal mouse your operat ing system may be able to auto configure your mouse during its instal lation or only enable its basic functions Be sure to check the device s user documentation for details Figure 2 amp Mouse Properties TouchPad and Buttons Mouse The TouchPad is an alternative to the mouse however you can also add a mouse to your computer through one of the USB ports The TouchPad buttons function in much the same way as a two button mouse The central button may be configured to function as you require Once you have installed the TouchPad driver see page 4 10 you can configure the functions by double clicking the TouchPad driver icon EG in the taskbar You may then configure the TouchPad tapping buttons scrolling pointer motion and sensi tivity options to your preferences The TouchPad may be toggled on off by means of the Fn F1 key combination BE Buttons Bi Touchosd WA Touched Option Be tutors BD Touchpad WA Touchpad Option Scor a Coarer ap Functon a Ulthers A Lueck Sel Porters Porte Upton Hadras m Qurk Setup Posters Be Peete Option Hardware Bl Siria B Comer Tap Function E Others
81. or instructions on how to do this cally low immediately connect the AC DC Battery Life adapter to the computer Your computer s battery life is dependent upon many factors including the pro PIEU i erwise the unsaved grams you are running and peripheral devices attached Power Options you may ee rit as ae ne set low battery Alarms and actions and check the Power Meter from the Power ey Behance Options control panel and settings in the OS will help prolong the battery life if configured appropriately Powe Schemes SU Poe Hele Advanced Hima Powe Schemes Adem PowerMetet Advanced Hidenate Low battery alae r Airi fees baii ala han pers ia iaa ihon detal iu pach baten Cunent power source Damenes Tota battey power renerng 15 Total tere ramarng 22 iran a Figure 3 4 Dre Power Options Alarm amp Power Meter Erica battery alan Activate iea battery alam when girri bred neachas J Age Acton Hotes Acton Aun Progen Ci an raivis hatiery icon foe mene riota Battery Information 3 9 Power Management ee 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 pow ered by the AC DC adapt er Close modem or communi cation applications when they are not being used Remove any unused PC Cards from the computer PC Cards quickly
82. or user password should be entered ITR to boot the computer If Enabled is selected only users who enter a correct pass word can boot the system see the warning in the sidebar The default setting is Disabled If you set a boot pass word Password on boot is Enabled NEVER forget your password Password Warning 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 o e 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 Security Menu 5 11 BIOS Utilities Boot Menu PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Figure 5 5 Item Specific Help Book priority order Keys used to view or configure devices Up and Down arrows select a device lt gt and lt gt moves the device up or down lt i gt and lt r gt specifies the device fixed or 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 USS EDC Y E DATA USB FDU USE 1 1 LDE Ch UJDA770 DVD CDRW PM Pel BEV B32 DO YUKON PXE USB KEY ok Excluded from boot order 2 USi8 CIDIROMLs o U Sl8 aUDID 2 Help Select Item Change Values Setup Defaults Exit Select Menu Select PSub M
83. osing the holding the power button for longer than this will shut the computer down Use Power Options in the Windows control panel to configure this feature Shut Down Turn Off Computer command from the Start menu in Windows This will help prevent hard disk or sys tem problems LP Forced Off If the system hangs and the Ctrl Alt Del key combination doesn t work press the pow er button for 4 seconds or longer to force the system to turn itself off See a ee Na a a ee ee el Turning on the Computer 3 3 Power Management Power Schemes You can set your computer to conserve power through individual components by ni Resuming means of Power Schemes You can also adjust the settings for each scheme to set Operation the monitor to turn off after a specified time and the computer s hard disk motor to Press a key on the key f turn off if the hard disk drive has not been accessed for a specified period of time if board to have the sys the system reads or writes data the hard disk motor will be turned back on The tem resume from Monitor or Hard Disk Stand by schemes may also be set to set a specified time for the system to enter Stand by or Hibernate modes see System Power Options on page 3 6 Power Options Properties TTT Power Schemes Alarms Power Meter Advanced Hibernate eH Select the power scheme with the most appropriate settings for this computer Note that changi
84. our posture frequently e Stretch and exercise your body several times a day e Take periodic breaks when you work at the computer for long periods of time Frequent and short breaks are better than fewer and longer breaks Xl Preface Lighting Proper lighting and comfortable display viewing angle can reduce eye strain and muscle fatigue in your neck and shoulders e Position the display to avoid glare or reflections from overhead lighting or outside sources of light e Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness and contrast to levels that allow you to see the screen clearly e Position the display directly in front of you at a comfortable viewing distance e Adjust the display viewing angle to find the best position XII Preface Contents INGUICE osori E EE I System Map Left View cccccccccccccecceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeees 1 10 FCC SEAN SIS Es settwsiasoseasticeaaandamsctninanaiacmanesnctudaiatesentwonst II System Map Right View cccccccceccssetstetetettssees 1 11 Instructions for Care and Operation 000s0000000000000 IV System Map Bottom View ccccccccccccccceeeeeeeeeeeees 1 12 Power Safely ccicisiawsssnassanicasaenaaasanaainsacivenstaannaadeaaiesbhus VI Windows XP Start Menu amp Control Panel 1 13 Battery Precautions cccccccccccccceececeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaees VH Video Features c cinsvoricviwseseissrsanesteeidandinaeetiotadtieaasiocetts 1 14 CNC AIS e e E VII Di
85. ous 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 Mini PCI Wireless LAN Module e Bluetooth Module e Mini PCI TV Tuner Module e PC Camera Module Sa a a a ee eee Overview 7 1 Modules The Wireless LAN amp Bluetooth Modules If your purchase option includes a Wireless LAN and or Bluetooth module follow the information on the following pages for instructions on installing the driver s Pay careful attention to the warnings concerning the use of wireless modules aboard aircraft and the instructions on enabling disabling power to the module s a Power Toggle for the Wireless LAN and Bluetooth Modules XN 7 ANS Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft The use of any portable electronic transmission devices aboard aircraft is usually prohibited Make sure the mod ule s are OFF if you are using the computer aboard aircraft You will need to enable power to the modules by using the following key combinations Fn F11 Wireless LAN Module Power Toggle Bluetooth Ap key Bluetooth Module Power Toggle When the Wireless LAN module is powered on the g LED will be green When the Bluetooth module is powered on the LED will be green Do not try to use the Wireless LAN module and the Bluetooth module at the same
86. out your NVIDIA based graphics card and the system it is running on If your screen resolution makes screen items too small to view comfortably you can increase the DPI to compensate To change font sizes only click Cancel and go to the Appearance tab DPI setting e 96 DPI Color Correction Video Overlay Settings System information Tools Processor AMD Turion tm 64 Mobile Technology PowerMizer Operating system Windows XP Service Pack 2 P N Rotate Directx version Directx 9 0 or better Normal siz Normal size 96 dpi Display 1 Multiple Monitors on NVIDIA GeForce Go 7800 GTX v Compatibility Some programs might not operate properly unless you restart the Screen Resolutions amp Refresh Rates i i ai tesokion M sis lity computer after changing display settings Desktop Management Graphics card information ii Q Highest 32 bit ae Menu Editing Processor GeForce Go 7800 GTX pa Ta 2 hae E Enee EERE l l Video BIOS version 5 70 02 24 C3 1680 by 1050 pixels Restart the computer before applying the new display settings IRQ 18 Apply the new display settings without restarting O Ask me before applying the new display settings Use this device as the primary monitor Bus PCI Express x8 Memory 256 MB ForceWare version 82 93 TY Encoder Type NVIDIA integrated Some games and other programs must be run in 256 color mode Learn more about running p
87. ows you to record on your computer A Card Reader The card reader allows you to use the following digital storage cards SMM MMC MultiMedia Card SD Secure Digital MS Memory Stick MS Pro Memory Stick Pro Consumer Infrared The consumer infrared transceiver at the front of the computer allows the computer to Transceiver communicate with the remote control unit supplied with the optional Mini PCI TV Tuner see System Map Front amp Rear Views on page 1 9 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 allows you to connect an external monitor or Flat Panel Display to allow dual video or simultaneous display on the LCD and external monitor FPD O see Display Devices amp Options on page 1 14 If you are using an older type of monitor you will need to use a converter to convert the signal from DVI to VGA A 2 Interface Ports amp Jacks Interface Ports amp Jacks a a Headphone Out Jack Headphones or speakers may be connected through this jack Note Set your system s volume to C a reduced level before connecting to this jack Infrared FIR The FIR far infrared transceiver on the right of the computer allows the computer to Transceiver communicate with similarly equipped devices see Configuring the Infrared Settings for FIR on page 2 12 Line In Jack The Line In jack allows you to play a
88. pliant OS such as Windows XP 1 Attach the AC DC adapter to the DC In jack at the rear of the computer you can use the OS s 2 Plug the AC power cord into an outlet and then connect the AC power cord to the Power Options control AC DC adapter panel to set the power Raise the lid LCD to a comfortable viewing angle 3 button to send the sys ae tem into Stand by or Hi 4 Press the power button to turn On bernate mode see your OS s documentation or Battery ee the Pow The battery allows you to use your computer while you are on the road or when an er Button on page 3 8 for details 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 12 We recommend that you do not remove the battery For more information on the bat tery please refer to Battery Information on page 3 9 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 7 er button on the front panel Shutdown Note that you should al When the computer is on you can use the power button as a Stand by Hibernate ways shut your comput Shutdown hot key button when it is pressed for less than 4 seconds pressing and ef down by cho
89. quality Figure 1 9 on page 1 15 Click Advanced button Figure 1 9 on page 1 15 to bring up the Advanced properties tabs Click GeForce Go tab Clicking the tabs or Additional Properties allows you to make any video adjustments you require ONDD Display Devices amp Options Besides the built in LCD you can also use an external VGA monitor CRT external Flat Panel Display or TV as your display device Note SLI Multi GPU supports only single display mode A VGA monitor Flat Panel Display connects to the DVI Out port a TV to the S Video Out jack See Table I 5 on page I 15 for a summary of the display modes available and see NVIDIA Video Driver Controls on page B I for more detailed video information SSS eae ee a ee 1 14 Video Features Quick Start Guide Display Properties x Multiple Monitors and NVIDIA GeForce Go 7800 GTX PR Multiple Monitors and NVIDIA GeForce Go 7800 PR Themes Desktop Screen Saver Appearance Settings Color Management i Gg GeForce Go 7800GTX General Adapter Monitor Troubleshoot ee 5 General Adapter Monitor Troubleshoot Color Management a GeForce Go 7800 GTX Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arrangement of your monitors L csr atla USSSA Display GeForce Go 7800 GTX Ke Digital Flat Panel Settings _ BNIDIA Performance amp Quality Settings SLI multi GPU pe Information ab
90. r 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 9 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 sleep resume key combination Fn F4 see screen Sleep Button on page 3 8 The screen controls need to be adjusted Toggle the screen control Fn F8 F9 key combinations see Table 1 4 on page 1 8 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 see Table 1 4 on page 1 8 lf 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 What to Install on page 4 1 for instructions on installing
91. r to the DVI Out Port or TV to the S Video Out jack You can use the Fn F7 and turn it on key combination to tog 2 Go to Additional Properties in the GeForce Go Properties control panel tab see gle through some dis NVIDIA Display Properties on page B 3 play options 3 Select nView Display Settings if the nView Display Settings does not appear Notebook Only close and reopen the control panel e External Display Only 4 Select the display mode from the nView Display Mode drop box see page B 72 5 Select Apply and click Yes to confirm the settings Make sure you give the displays enough time to refresh Multiple Monitors and NVIDIA GeForce Go 7800 X General Adapter Monitor Troubleshoot Color Management a GeForce Go 7800 GTX d Device Settings S GeForce Go 7800 GTX niew Display Settings VIDIA Desktop Management Menu Editing F lg ure B 8S CI ick th e d isp ay icO n t O SLI mutGPU Quality Settings nWiew allows you to canned separate displays to a single graphics card n V i ew D i S p ay se ect It th e n cl IC k th e wane ettings niew Display Mode Single display 7 j i Tools l Current display 3 _ ay Settings Device Settings button j pee z to m a ke a n y adj u Sse Screen Resolutions amp Refresh Rates ments for the selected display including Screen Resolutions amp Refresh Rates a f Detect Displays
92. rage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer Auto Mail Checker After you have installed the driver for the Auto Mail Checker program see Auto Mail Checker on page 4 11 you may then configure it to give you notification when you receive new mail You must be online to receive this notification note that this program only supports the POP3 protocol and your default mail program does not need to be open When the program is run the Auto Mail Checker appears as an icon in the task bar to run the program go to Start gt Programs All Programs gt Auto Mail Checker gt Auto Mail Checker Right clicking on the icon will bring up the fol lowing options menu If you have not input your mail account data then you will be prompted to do so Figure 2 6 Open Auto Mail Checker Check Mail Reset Turn OFF Start Exit Select Open to bring up the control panel for the program 2 8 Auto Mail Checker Storage Devices Mouse Audio amp Printer You may then configure the options for your mailserver name password program and method s of notification Veg Note Auto Mail Checker Check with your Internet Service Provider net work administrator or Mail Service provider for details on what to put on these pages Mall Recened Ht aac ie a 0000 Password 0000 Mail Checking Interval 2 i minutes 321 seconde Start _ Hide Figure 2 7 Auto Mail Checker Account Setup and Opti
93. rams 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 JDR e Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer Power Safety e Your AC DC adapter may be designed for international travel but it still requires a steady Warning uninterrupted power supply If you are unsure of your local power specifications consult Before you undertake your service representative or local power company any upgrade proce e The power adapter may have either a 2 prong or a 3 prong grounded plug The third prong dures make sure that is an important safety feature do not defeat its purpose If you do not have access to a you have turned off the compatible outlet have a qualified electrician install one ee TE e When you want to unplug the power cord be sure to disconnect it by the plug head not by i l its wire and cables includin telephone S lt z e Make sure the socket and any extension cord s you use can support the total current load advisable to also re of all the connected devices move your battery in e Before cleaning the computer make sure it is disconnected from any external power sup order to prevent acci plies 1 e AC DC adapter or car adapter dentally turning the machine on Do not plug in the power Do not use the power cord if Do not p
94. riously 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 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 Program The Phoenix Setup program tells the system how to configure itself and manage ba sic 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 Program BIOS Utilities Setup Screens The following pages contain additional advice on portions of the Setup
95. rm your computer and cause you to lose data Anti Virus programs are commercially available and the defini 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 Boot Floppy Disk or Bootable CD ROM this disk 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 Sa aE ee a ee 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 e Don t open your computer or undertake any repair or upgrade work if you are not comfortable with what you are doing e 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 device
96. rograms in 256 color mode ny Windows desktop onto this monitor Troubleshoot dditional Properties oe ee Figure 1 9 Display Properties Desktop Display Mode Description One of the connected displays is used as the display device Table 1 5 Both connected displays output the same view Display Options Both connected displays are treated as separate devices and act as a virtual desktop Note SLI Multi GPU supports only single display mode disable SLI Multi GPU before switching to Clone or Dualview modes Video Features 1 15 Quick Start Guide Power Management Features The Power Options control panel in Windows see page I 13 allows you to configure power management features for your computer You may conserve power through individual components such as the monitor or hard disk by means of Power Schemes or you may use either Stand by or Hibernate mode to conserve power throughout the system enable Hibernate support from the control panel as pictured in Figure I 10 Pay at tention to the instructions on battery care in Battery Information on page 3 9 Power Options Properties T E3 Power Options Properties cd Power Options Properties i 7 Power Option Propertios i les Ny rm SS Power Schemes Alarms Power Meter Advanced Hibernate Pewet Schemes Alem Peer Mois Sovaneed Himi Pioneer Seber Alami Pew Meter Aie Hiern Pow Scheme Alama Power Me
97. s 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 6 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 What to Install on page 4 7 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 to the internet etc Overview 1 3 Quick Start Guide System Startup 1 LCD Latches 2 LED Power amp Communication Indicators Figure 1 1 Top Panel with LCD Closed Remove all packing materials 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 plug the AC power cord into an outlet and connect the AC power cord to the AC DC adapter Move and hold the LCD latches in the direction of the arrows to release the top cover Raise the lid LCD to a comfortable viewing angle and press the power button to turn the computer on Adjust the LCD panel to a comfortable
98. s you have just purchased Many problems are caused by the installation of new hardware and or software Always refer to the documentation of any new hardware and or software and pay particular attention to files entitled READ ME or READ ME FIRST e 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 e 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 e 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 cons
99. sential 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 TV Tuner and PC Camera modules some of which may be optional depending on your purchase configuration e Chapter 8 A troubleshooting guide e Appendix A A definition of the interface ports jacks which allow your computer communicate with external devices e Appendix B Information on the NVIDIA Video driver controls e Appendix C The computer s specification Se a lt 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 I 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 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 i
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102. the appropriate User Guide from the panel on the right Figure 7 3 Bluetooth Control Panel amp User Guides 7 8 Bluetooth Module IVT Corporation BlueSoleil Main Window File view My Bluetooth My Services Tools Help oer a ann A od e amp m 2hvhl2gh2jd57 00 0D FO 17 82 28 Device search stopped PAN IP 192 168 50 1 7 Z IVT BlueSoleil x A 8 P Hide Locate Back ard Stop Refresh Home Print Options Contents Index Search Favorites r a a e BlueSoleil User Guides H Welcome to BlueSoleil Getting Started This chapter describes BlueSoleil User Iterface and tj BlueSoleil User Guides how to do various configurations and operations It gt BlueSoleil Environment dide Bluetooth Connection Managemen Device Configurations Security Configurations e BlueSoleil Environment e Siuvetooth Connection Management e Configurations e Sivetooth Security For details on how to use Bluetooth profiles in BlueSoleil please refer to Getting Started with BlueSoleil See Also Getting Started with BlueSoleil Modules Mini PCI TV Tuner Module You may have one of two optional Mini PCI TV Tuner modules supplied with your computer depending on your purchase configuration The optional TV Tuner allows you to watch TV play music CDs video conference and capture still images and Point the remote at the video on your PC consumer IR transceiv er to change channels The AverMedia M103
103. the bracket from the hard disk Reverse the process to install a new hard disk s Figure 6 3 HDD Removal Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive s 6 5 Upgrading The Computer Upgrading the System Memory RAM The computer has two memory sockets for 200 pin Small Outline Dual In line SO DIMM DDR type memory modules see Memory on page C 2 The total mem ory size is automatically detected by the POST routine once you turn on your com puter 1 Turn off the computer and turn it over and remove the battery 2 Locate the component bay cover and remove screws Figure 6 4 Bay Cover Screws r 6 6 Upgrading the System Memory RAM Upgrading The Computer 3 Remove the bay cover Figure 6 6 Bay Cover Removal 4 Gently pull the two release latches amp on the sides of the memory socket in the direction indicated by the arrows in Figure 6 5 BE ae Wing Figure 6 5 RAM Module Release Upgrading the System Memory RAM 6 7 Upgrading The Computer 5 The RAM module amp will pop up and you can remove it Figure 6 7 RAM Removal 6 Pull the latches to release the second module if necessary 7 Insert anew module holding it at about a 30 angle and fit the connectors firmly into the memory socket 8 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 wil
104. the driver and see NVIDIA Video have plugged in and Driver Controls on page B 1 for instructions on 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 11 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 changed Problems amp Possible Solutions 8 9 Troubleshooting Possible Cause So
105. time as this may cause a communication conflict 7 2 The Wireless LAN amp Bluetooth Modules Modules Mini PCI Wireless LAN Module Before installing the Wireless LAN driver make sure that the WLAN module is on the y LED will be green Wireless Device Operation Aboard Aircraft Use the WLAN module key combination Fn F11 to toggle power to the WLAN module Make sure you install the drivers in the order indicated in Table 4 1 on FUC ETEME page 4 6 electronic transmission devices aboard aircraft o l is usually prohibited You may have one of two Intel or MSI optional Mini PCI Wireless LAN modules Make sure the mod supplied with your computer depending on your purchase configuration You will PUES ee S RTE be provided with the appropriate driver CD for your module Insert the CD and fol using the computer low the installation procedure aboard aircraft E a a ar eee ee ee Mini PCI Wireless LAN Module 7 3 Modules P User Guide You can view the User Guides by inserting the Intel PROSet Wireless CD ROM and clicking View User Guides but ton as per Figure 7 1 Figure 7 1 Intel PROSet Wireless Intel WLAN Driver Installation I AR Make sure the module is powered on and then insert the Intel PROSet Wireless CD ROM into the CD DVD drive Click Install Software button Click the button to accept the license and click Next gt Next gt OK Click OK to complete th
106. ts Advanced Hibernate Select the power scheme with the most appropriate settings for a ve n this computer Note that changing the settings below will modify Any Tebi Ihe Dore eiving binga pow wani bo ube s paN Telti h Cicer carer bargi piu mian Io i the selected scheme Biei hee pa ga poe rair by un E pi ttan p Aiea hos ioo on the fakbar Prompt for parre when computer tepare bom ghandby Power schemes i Aina heey roan or te a L sikmay Sharad tan dm lha barkha e Brome bor pacerond nhan compul r apunt from etary Piomel dot pasaenttd whan caiipuha aiamaa bom tandes Portable Laptop Presentation Always On Minimal Power Management Piai buhid Pen buton ahan cione the kd of me portable compus Waan cloca Wa bd ol my palaike paiguti Slaid bey Stand by Piisi Baarit i is se aoe tiita ha ki Sil ge peas oiie When computer is E batteries Sila bey ka Turn off monitor After 15 mins After 5 mins Whor reds the pareta bulan dr ng irigar Waters paved tha paria bulon on my capai Tum off hard disks After 30 mins After 5 mins Shut down 5 When prere the shep bign gn ma computer Wien pira Pa siap bulion ih my cga System standby After 20 mins After 5 mins Stand By System hibernates After 3 hours After 2 hours Figure 1 10 Power Options The computer s power button sleep button Fn F4 key combination and Lid Sensor may be set to s
107. u click About tab in the RaLink Wireless Utility Click Help button to bring up the menu and click Contents to access the links to help contents Mini PCI Wireless LAN Module 7 5 Modules l4 Ralink Wireless Utility Pi ufile Liik Status Site Survoy Slalis ivs Auvariwe Abuul K SSID BSSID Sig C Encrypt Authen Network T NRA63 83211g 0C 0D 88 2555 6C 6 WEP Unknown nfiastruzt Figure 7 2 WLAN Icon DELL y 3E 9 22 4F C0 20 11 WEP Unknown Adhoc WLAN Utility The WLAN icon will change color to re me ee ea a Lote flect the network connection status Dbl ZA BU bLSL UR 24 1 WEP Unknown Adhoc 4 Signal Strength is Good E Signal Strength is Normal Diccornected Mescen Connect de tofiotie TE L W Signal Strength is Weak 48 Not Connected Yet E Ralink Wireless Utility Eg w Wireless Module Not Detected Profile Link Status Site Survey Statistics dvanzed 4bout R Www FALINKTECH COM fel Copyright 204 Ralink Teehnolacy lan All rights reserved RaCarfigVarsin 7 NAN Date 19 12 7177 i Diver versn 0 2 0 Date 30 26 2005 Launch Config Utilities a past 5 7 a EEPROM Versim 0 Fimwate Verson 1 8 Use Zero Configuration as Configuration utility Switch to AP Mode IPAudess 0 C 0 0 Phy Addzss 00 1 3 035 90 5670 l Exit ri Sib Mask 0 0 0 0 Default Gateway 7 6 Mini
108. udio sources through the computer s speakers Note that audio input through Line in will default to the mute setting by default To set up your audio K sources to play though the Line in jack go to the Sounds and Audio Devices Windows control panel and make sure the Mute box is not ticked Microphone In Jack Plug an external microphone in to this jack to record on your computer A Mini IEEE 1394a Ports This allows high speed connection to various peripheral devices e g external disk drives and IEEE digital cameras see note below 1394 7 IEEE 1394 The Mini IEEE 1394a ports only support SELF POWERED IEEE 1394 devices 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 A Out Jack This S PDIF Sony Philips Digital Interface Format Out Port allows you to connect your DVD capable PC to a Dolby AC 3 compatible receiver for 5 1 or dts surround sound e Lock Slot To prevent possible theft a Kensington type lock can be attached to this slot Locks can be purchased at any computer store Tool Port Connect a serial type mouse to this port S Vi
109. uming 8 6 Upgrading and Adding New Hardware Software Troubleshooting Problems amp Possible Solutions 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 mi 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 Schemes on page 3 4 check its settings You may also be using a PC Card 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 9 Power Options have been disabled Go to the Control Panel in Windows and re enable the options A peripheral device or PC Card is consuming a lot of power Turn off 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 Solution The compute
110. use up battery power even if the system enters sleep mode Disconnect any unneces sary external devices 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 3D Ap Key Button The system will default to high performance video when powered by the AC DC adapter the 3D Ap Key button will be illuminated in blue If you switch from AC power to battery power the system will automatically change to a lower performance video mode setting in order to save power High Performance Video can not be enabled when the system is battery powered see 3D Ap Key Button on page I 7 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 6 for information on the battery charge status and to Battery In formation on page 3 9 for more information on how to maintain and properly recharge the battery pack 3
111. viewing angle The LED indicators show the power and battery status of the computer n Shutdown Please note that you should always shut your computer down by choosing the Shut Down Turn Off Computer command from the Start menu in Windows This will help prevent hard disk or system problems 1 4 Overview Quick Start Guide g 1 Optional Built In PC System Map Top View with LCD Panel Open Camera 2 LCD 3 LED Power amp Communication Indicators 4 Speakers 5 AP Key Buttons amp Power Button 6 Built In Microphone 7 LED Status Indicators 8 Keyboard 9 TouchPad and Buttons 10 Consumer Infrared Transceiver Enabled with Optional Mini PCI TV Tuner Only Figure 1 2 Top View with LCD Panel Open System Map Top View with LCD Panel Open 1 5 D Quick Start Guide LED Indicators The two sets of LED indicators LED Status Indica tors and LED Power amp Communication Indicators on the computer display helpful information about the current status of the computer Table 1 1 LED Status Indicators oe ee oon oa The optional PC Camera is Green powered On Green The optional Bluetooth Module is powered On ne The optional Wireless LAN Module is powered On rice Number Lock Activated Caps Lock Activated Green Green Scroll Lock Activated to activate press Fn amp Scr Lk Table 1 2 LED Power amp Communication Indicators eon coor ese DC Power is

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