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1. R amp TTE CE MANUAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENT WLAN IEEE 802 11b g 802 11b Restrictions European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100mW EIRP and frequency range 2 400 2 4835GHZ In France the equipment must be restricted to the 2 4465 2 4835GHz frequency range and must be restricted to indoor use 66 Appendix B FAQ amp Statement CE Declaration of Conformity CE 0984 Is herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the Council Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility 89 336 EEC Low voltage Directive 73 23 EEC and the Amendment Directive 93 68 EEC the procedures given in European Council Directive 99 5 EC and 89 3360EEC The equipment was passed The test was performed according to the following European standards EN 300 328 V1 7 1 2006 05 EN 301 489 1 V 1 4 1 2005 09 EN 301 489 17 V 1 2 1 2002 04 EN 50371 2002 EN 60950 1 2001 SAFETY CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons including the following Do not use this product near water for example near a bathtub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a s2. iua rsa kusakusaGe adeauauka uauadiuuaso a o 33 Makino Connechons suelo een 34 Table of Contents FTONUSIdE C ONNEAD Sana ie 324 Leit Side COMES leisten 3 REGUL Side CONAN CCOO 36 CHAPTER Aiino akno EO sarah EVI EE VO oko VIX REIN DU vebo 37 POWER MANAGEMENT nasansinnianaianannnnunnunannnnkunaknunkuna aaa ankkunk kanixnkasaa 37 Power Managements o dM PR br RE T 38 Monitoring DAN EF DOM EF eisen 39 POWERS OVINE MOVOS so kto a tdt 40 POWEFSOVITO JA IS al ves saba e E kM KA NIO 41 When to Replace the Batter yoiini ii i e E 42 Heal Considera lOS tt aa 42 CHAPTER ao E a ASi 44 USING THE BIOS SETUP UTILITY zuunu0n000n000n00n0nnnnnn nun nun nn nun nun nun nun nun 44 Usino ine BIOS Semp UNU sus abdo I A 45 A A aN OLEE NEETA AEE EEEE EIEE ANSEES 53 INSTANT RECOVERY SOFTWARE ns snsnuannnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnunnur 53 PY ndn ci Bp Qc RR 60 FAQ amp STATEMENT casino nee aanas aai aii SENI ANE 60 Frequently Asked Questions uS o a ant SS 61 yer ug os o Een 64 EUFODCQNUNOIICE skr EO reed e rest kado 66 SAFETY CAD PIN seni ro KON a EBRO TO o DO Eon SON ved o aes 67 Canadian Department Of Communications s sssssssssssssencenececo 68 Batey Disposa Boo Sa Deus 69 CAWTION FOR ADAPTER zu 69 BATTERY CAUTION Sant ae 69 CLASS A LASER PRODUCT po ae ee 69 Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 1 Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of the Notebook computer Your
3. new notebook features the most innovative advances in portable computing technology It combines state of the art ergonomics with sophisticated architecture to provide you with a personal computer that is compact powerful and easy to use Designed for a wide range of general business and personal productivity applications the notebook is an ideal choice for use in the office at home and on the road For maximum expandability without compromising portability the notebook accommodates a number of modules including Optical Drive four USB ports one Express card and one 4 in 1 card slot The high capacity hard disk drive provides you with plenty of storage space for multimedia files and applications This Manual contains all the information you need to set up and use your new notebook It describes all the features of the notebook in an easy to read yet thorough manner Chapter 1 Inventory This computer system is designed for years of productive and pleasurable computing Use this section to keep details of your purchase This information will be required should you need to make repairs to your notebook during the warranty period Update this section when you add new options DATE OF PURCHASE PLACE OF PURCHASE DEALER S NAME DEALER S ADDRESS TELEPHONE E MAIL ADDRESS WWW CONTACT PERSON MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER BIOS VERSION The serial number is on the label with a bar code on the bottom side of the computer
4. DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER S INSTRUCTIONS CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT TO EN60825 CAUTION THIS APPLIANCE CONTAINS A LASER SYSTEM AND IS CLASSIFIED AS A CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT TO USE THIS MODEL PROPERLY READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE IN CASE OF ANY TROUBLE WITH THIS MODEL PLEASE CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE STATION TO PREVENT DIRECT EXPOSURE TO THE LASER BEAM DO NOT TRY TO OPEN THIS ENCLOSURE 69 Appendix B FAQ Statement ANNEX IV Symbol for the marking of electrical and electronic equipment The symbol indicating separate collection for electrical and electronic equipment consists of the crossed out wheeled bin as shown below The symbol must be printed visibly legibly and indelibly 70
5. E Windows setup to load e BJKIZC 4 A HRAFP i The Windows setup will dia 04657 _ prompt you for the Productkey number product key number F 7W shown to the right Note The product key is on a sticker attached to the bottom of the Notebook Type your name and if applicable the name of your company Read the End User s License Agreement Click Next to accept it Enter the product key number You can find this on the Certificate of Authenticity on a sticker attached to the computer Click Finish The Start Wizard will prompt you to set the date and your local time After the Start Wizard updates your system settings the Welcome to Windows screen will appear You may disable this feature by clearing the check box labeled show this screen each time Windows starts Some software comes preloaded with Windows New users can familiarize themselves with this software by selecting Programs from the start menu then clicking on programs to run them Chapter 1 Adjusting the Volume You can adjust the volume with hot key combination as below e Fn F8 decreases the volume e Fn F9 increases the volume e Fn F10 Mute the volume Alternatively you can adjust the volume with the Windows volume control applet located on the taskbar Adjusting the Brightness Use the following hot key combinations to adjust the LCD panel brightness e Fn F6 decreases the brightness e Fn F7 increases the brightn
6. computer until you have connected to an AC adapter or replaced the discharged battery with a charged battery 39 Chapter 4 Battery Charging When you use the AC adapter to connect your Notebook to a power outlet the internal battery will automatically begin to recharge While the battery is charging the Battery Charge icon on the Indicator panel will be active When the battery is fully charged the Battery Charge icon will turn off If your computer is turned off or standby mode a fully discharged battery will take about 3 hours to recharge Power Saving Modes Adjust the default power management settings in the Power Options Advanced dialog box in the Control panel The Power Options Properties dialog box allows you to set different actions to take when the computer is left idle for a certain amount of time Suspend Mode There are several possible settings for suspend mode which can be selected in the Power Management dialog box You may have the notebook standby suspend or you can power off the computer altogether Initiating Suspend Mode There are four ways to initiate suspend mode The settings can be adjusted in the Power Management dialog box e he computer will automatically enter suspend mode when not used for a set period of time e Selecting the Stand by button in the Shut Down Windows dialog box e Closing the screen cover assuming no external monitor has been connected e Pressing the power bu
7. display hot key combination is available you can cycle the video output by pressing the Fn F5 keys In Mirror mode the video display hot key combination is available you can cycle the video output by pressing the Fn F5 keys If the external CRT is connected the display on the LCD and the CRT is the same Tip To ensure trouble free video output the first time you use an external monitor change the output in the Display Properties dialog box After successfully switching modes you may use the video function keys 28 Chapter 2 limitations of LCD manufacturing This will not effect normal operation of O Note Light or dark dots may appear on the LCD due to technical the LCD Communication Components This system provides powerful communication functions including built in Fax Modem jack and LAN Fax Modem and LAN Fax Modem and LAN jack on the right side of the computer allows you to connect to the Internet to send and receive data When used with fax software it can be used as a fax When using this function first plug the phone cord into the Fax Modem jack Anti electromagnetic wave clip To eliminate electromagnetic waves it is strongly recommended that you thread the phone cord through the clip provided as shown below when using peripherals Attention When using the data communications function please do not plug the phone cord into the ISDN or PBX jack to avoid an electrical surge that will
8. outlet and remove battery at the same over 45 days your data in CMOS will be lost Please reconfigure your CMOS by following steps 1 Press DEL to enter the BIOS setup utility 2 Select Load Optional Defaults When you see the following prompt choose OK and then press Enter Load Optional Defaults OK Cancel 3 Select Save Changes and Exit When you see the following prompt choose lt OK gt and then press lt Enter gt to restart your computer 62 Appendix B FAQ amp Statement Save configuration changes and exit setup OK Cancel 63 Appendix B FAQ Statement Statements Federal Communications Commission Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
9. that it can operate correctly Use the BIOS setup utility to change your computers start up configuration For example you can change the security and power management routines of your system Starting the BIOS Setup Utility You can only enter the BIOS setup utility as the computer is booting that is between the time you turn on the computer and before the Windows interface appears If your computer is already on shut down your computer completely power off and restart it and then press the Del key to enter the setup utility 45 Chapter 5 Navigating and Entering Information in BIOS Use the following keys to move between fields and to enter information Push the up and down arrow keys to move among v mc selections then 3 LL Enter to make a selection Change Option 0000000000000 Option Press Esc to exit any section If you wish to exit the BIOS utility without saving changes go to the main menu then press Esc Users are allowed to enter new values to replace the default settings in certain fields and the rest fields are specified by system default parameters and cannot be modified by users Reverse the attribute of the main options and press the Enter key to enter into the submenu Press the Esc key to return to the previous configuration page 46 Chapter 5 The Main Menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Boot Security Exit System Overview Use ENTER TAB Or SHIFT TAB to AMIBIOS select a f
10. the tray to open or close manually When not in use keep the tray closed to prevent dust or dirt from entering the drive unit If you experience difficulty when removing a CD disc stretch a paper clip or use a pin or a thin metal rod and insert it into the emergency eject hole located on the front panel The CD disk tray should eject immediately This procedure can also be used to remove a CD from the drive when the notebook is powered off Connecting the Printer To connect a printer to your notebook via the USB port use the supplied USB to printer adapter cable 24 Chapter 2 The PC Card Slot The PC card slot can be used as an interface between your computer and a variety of communications devices such as network adapters SCSI adapters fax modems or provide additional data storage capacity Your computer s PC card slot supports PCMCIA Type Il 32 bit CardBus and Zoomed Video cards Installing a Card Slide the card into 1 The top side of a PC card is usually identified the slot with a label Insert the card into the slot with the label side up and the edge with pinhole contacts going in first Insert the card into the slot You will feel some resistance as the card slides into the back of the slot d PC cards require drivers or a program that allows the operating system to use a specific device Many driversPush the button to are included with Windows but if not you will be SEDES prompted to in
11. the volume control button on the front of the computer What kind of external microphone can use with my notebook computer You will need to use a self amplifying microphone There is feedback noise coming from my speakers What can do 61 Appendix B FAQ amp Statement A Double click on the Speaker icon on the task bar Then under Microphone Balance check the Mute box Q Because of a software problem l was unable to shut down power normally pressed the power button to force a power off but it didn t work How can force a power off A Make sure you press the power button for at least 4 seconds Normally this will force a power off If this does not work you can shut down the computer by inserting a needle into the reset button pinhole The reset button locates on the computer bottom side Q Why can t charge the battery of my portable computer after it was out of use for some time A After portable computers have not been used for a long time more than one month the batteries will go into the low voltage protection mode due to data back ups and natural electrical discharge At that point restoring normal voltage will require slow charging over a period of several hours Calibration can be performed after the battery has returned to a normal condition Q My computer alerts CMOS Battery Low what can do A f you keep your computer in no power situation unplug the computer from the power
12. your local power supply consult your dealer or local Power Company e Do not step on or place anything on the power cord e lf you use the computer with an extension cord ensure that the total ampere ratings of all the devices sharing the extension do not exceed the rating of the extension cord or the rating of the wall outlet e Never push foreign objects into the computer through any of the slots or openings Dangerous voltages are present which could cause electric shock or fire or damage sensitive components e For best results use a power strip with a built in surge protector Do not use inferior extension cords as this may result in damage to your computer Chapter 1 e Set the computer on a flat stable surface To prevent damage to the computer s hard disk drive avoid using the computer where it will be exposed to strong vibration Checklists After opening the package carefully inspect the contents If any of the items is missing or appear damaged contact your dealer The shipping carton should contain the following STANDARD A notebook computer with a hard disk drive An internal battery An Optical drive An AC adapter with power cord OPTIONS The following items are normally optional but some vendors may include them in the standard package Some items may not be available in some countries or some vendors may choose not to carry all the items 512 MB 1GB or 2GB DDRII SODIMM memory cards CAUTION
13. 6 Appendix B FAQ amp Statement Appendix B FAQ amp Statement Frequently Asked Questions Q My screen seems to time out too quickly I have to constantly hit a key or move the mouse in order to bring it back How can l adjust the screen time out This is part of Windows Power Management Access Power Management by clicking on Start Settings Control Panel Power Management Adjust the display time out by selecting a time next to the Turn off monitor option You may also select different time out values for adapter and battery power states l ve heard that cleaning up and rearranging files on the hard drive will improve the startup speed of my programs How do do this Hard disk maintenance can improve the startup speed of programs This maintenance includes deleting unnecessary files and defragmenting which rearranges data into more efficient groupings Windows includes utilities for performing these maintenance tasks Run Disk Cleanup to remove unnecessary files and Disk Defragmenter to defragment the hard drive For more information refer to Windows documentation The internal fax modem dial tone sound is too low How can increase the volume There are two methods to adjust the volume of the internal fax modem dial tone Method 1 To Start Setting Control panel Phone and Modem Options Modem Properties Modem Speaker Volume Adjust Move the slider to adjust the modem speaker volume Method 2 Use
14. LCD You may also use the external monitor only and disable the LCD or only use the LCD To do this you may first need to enable the multiple display settings in Windows Open the Control Panel Double click Display The Display Properties window opens Click the Settings tab Click the Advanced button Click the Display Modes tab The screen shown at the right appears Choose Intel Graphics Media Accelerator for Mobile Click Graphic KE Generic PnP Monitor Mobile Intel R 965 Express Chipset IT Adapter Monitor Troubleshoot Color Management a Intel R Graphics Media Accelerator Driver for Mobile Intel Graphics Media intel Accelerator Driver for mobile More visual display options for devices attached to this computer such as Television Digital Display Notebook Monitor are available here L3 Graphics Properties V Show Tray Icon Ok L Cancel 27 Chapter 2 Properties Intel Graphics Media J Accelerator Driver A Notebook Scheme Options for mobile 1Single Display Display Devices e Notebook Display Settings Multiple Display Note Two displays must be connected to the computer Hot Keys before you can use this feature Please connect another display Color Correction ntel These options are described below You can choose which device to apply as the Primary display In Single mode the video
15. The BIOS revision number will appear briefly on the screen after turning on the computer before the graphic BIOS screen appears Press the Del key to enter BIOS setup screen Chapter 1 Safety and Maintenance You can use your computer under a wide range of environmental conditions However to ensure long use and continued high performance consider the following factors when setting up your computer e Follow all warnings and instructions noted in this documentation and in the Windows Help program e The first time you use your computer we recommend that you carefully read the Making Connections section of this manual and initialize the battery to ensure optimum battery performance e Unplug the computer from the power outlet before cleaning Use a damp cloth for cleaning Do not use aerosols solvents or strong detergents e Do not use the computer near open water or other liquids Never spill liquid onto the computer e Do not place the computer in an unstable location where it might slip or be knocked over Serious damage could result from a fall e Slots and openings in the system cabinet are for ventilation purposes Do not block or cover these openings or the system could overheat Do not use or store the computer near a source of heat or dust e On the base or rear panel of this notebook there is a label with information on the power requirements of this system These requirements must be followed If you are unsure of
16. User s Manu Table of Contents Table of Contents CHAPTER ona SEG 1 INTRODUCTION iia l Gel RN sus kosa a d ka od NO AO EES KO 2 VLA 00 Mi PT DD eG ER OKA UH 3 SOLELY and Maintenance so snaki ds toad Ga Nase qa bacio 4 CHOCRIISIS uA testet AS J FEU X A mmo 6 Where to Look For Information ssssssssssssssssssesseeeenennnnnnnaesas 6 OCR SAI asses INT TTE RS 7 Loadih E MARTQOOM N ren ee een ra kuu Adjustne NE VOLVER e DAE KEO 9 ATTUS TL The Brio OS o RO Kv a Ie ak 9 Turune Of 1 OUT Computern ae KS OU ert AKO et 10 Makine SLATED DOTS edt mia E a NI E KS 10 Tips Jor NOVIOS 11 GHAPTER ge 13 GETTING STARTED Sinai 13 Hardware and Software eese eese esee eee nn nn nnn nnne nnne nene 14 FFONE MION Pc 15 A TR 16 Richt View nee ro a ko ka 16 EEEN TE EO 17 BONON VIO saba okso a ko bo A ee 18 LED Status TROJIGOIORS 2 2 19 Power Indicato S er OS VO ODESA KARO 19 TOUT CTION KOV nenne UFO E Bic SO ENA 20 Numero Ke uses tt talit NA NE EVAO 20 LOVONDO sk E 241 The ODI DEVE nn Eee seiten 23 Connecting the PIINIOF uso A eO 24 PREP GC Card BOV sod E Ona 24 Ihe Smart Card MA e eN ed 24 ERE Graphics VS TENO rias 26 Communication Components aussen nk nn 29 Information about the Wireless LAN button sssssssseeseeeeeeeeeeo 30 CHAPTER PE EO neuestes 33 MAKING CONNECTIONS suan sss ansa u sauusia do
17. When purchasing any of the accessories listed above purchase only those accessories that are approved for use with your computer The above accessories are proprietary items Your system vendor can obtain these approved accessories If you use items that are not approved for use with this computer you may cause your computer to malfunction or to emit or receive electro magnetic radiation in excess of local regulations For non proprietary accessories such as PC cards or printers ensure that the accessory functions properly in your computer before making the purchase Your system vendor may be able to recommend reliable brands and models Chapter 1 Features High Capacity Hard Disk Drive The computer has a high capacity hard disk drive to store your favorite programs and large multimedia files Built in Modem LAN Capability A built in 56k modem and 10 100 1000 Mbps Ethernet port allows you to access the Internet or a local area network LAN LCD Your computer has an easy to view WXGA or WXGA LCD panel Built in Stereo Speakers and Microphone The stereo speakers and internal microphone enable you to run a variety of multimedia applications Convenient Audio Control The conveniently located audio control knob enables you to easily adjust the volume to the stereo speakers Where to Look For Information About Your Computer This User s Manual describes the key elements of your computer New users can find a simple step
18. a few days it will slowly self discharge and when it is recharged it will hold less than 100 of the potential charge 38 Chapter 4 Monitoring Battery Power There are two ways to monitor how much power the battery has left 1 Click start Control Panel Power Options then click Power Meter Moving the cursor to the battery icon on the taskbar is the simplest way to check on battery power status If you do not see the battery icon enable it in Start Control Panel Power Options Choose the Advanced tab and click Always show icon on the taskbar Low Battery Alarms How your computer responds to a low battery condition is set under Start Control Panel Power Options Alarms Two different power alarms can be enabled or disabled the Low Battery Alarm and the Critical Battery Alarm Use the slidebar to set the power level at which the alarms are activated Click on the Alarm Action button to choose whether the alarm sounds displays a message or both Warning When battery power is low the Notebook will display a warning on the screen Take immediate action such as saving files or connecting to the AC adapter or data may be lost When the computer alerts you that the battery is low immediately do one of the following e Connect the AC power adapter e Save your work turn off the computer and replace the discharged battery with a charged battery See Changing the Battery below Do not restart the
19. by step orientation in the Quick Start section of this chapter Chapter 1 Quick Start Turning on the Computer for the First Time 1 Connect the AC adapter power cord to the AC adapter Connect the AC adapter to the DC power port on the left side of your computer Connect the AC adapter power cord to an AC outlet Slide the cover latch in the direction of the arrows to open the LCD Open the LCD panel to a Note The battery is not fully charged Allow comfortable viewing your battery to fully charge before using it angle i e before disconnecting AC power Calibrating the battery before use is also Press the power button highly recommended Refer to Chapter 5 to turn on the power Power Management for further information Use the touchpad to move the cursor on the screen Move your finger across the pad to control the cursor and press the right and left buttons beneath with your thumb These buttons have the same functions as the right and left buttons of a standard mouse You can also click or double click by tapping on the touchpad Chapter 1 Loading Windows The following section is for installing the Windows operating system only If you are installing a different operating system please check with your vendor for installation details Your computer will begin loading Windows once Tor du NUM ygu turn on the power VM HUE IL i i pl oft Wait a few seconds for 00144 156 080 27 1 UNa num
20. cause the MDC module to burn 29 Chapter 2 Information about the Wireless LAN button Wireless button Wireless button Even when a Wireless LAN module has not been built in to your computer the Wireless LAN indicator lights and remains active when you turn on the Wireless LAN button near the power button of your computer If Wireless LAN module has been built in your notebook will search for the device and will display an icon on the Windows task bar Note If your Notebook does not include a built in Wireless LAN module please turn off the Wireless LAN button If turned on the indicator lights and remains active even if no wireless LAN is present Built in Wireless Local Area Network The built in Wireless Local Area Network WLAN interface card can provide a quick access without using cables for the connection to the network equipments The interface card adopts the IEEE 802 11 protocol and uses the 2 4 5 GHz ISM electric wave frequency band as the transmission interface to set up the communications between the host computer and other computers The way of processing communications through the WLAN interface card is the same as that through Ethernet interface card The Configuration Tool is a Window application program If users have a computer equipped with the WLAN interface card then users can use it to set up the interface card and show the current configuration and status Note Contact your distr
21. ck mode The keyboard is in Caps Lock mode IMP Battery status Power Indicators The power indicators show which power source the system is using The power indicators remain active and viewable even when the LCD panel is closed Icon Light Description Power is on and the AC adapter is in use O Power is in suspend mode q RF Fully Charged Battery is charging Flashing Red Low battery 19 Chapter 2 Function Keys Hold the Fn key while pressing the numbered function key Numeric Keypad The embedded numeric keypad consists LLIJIJ of ten keys that make number intensive MEE A VILI input more convenient Press NumLock aisis Ju to enable or disable the numeric keypad I J1l2 s Enter NHHSMONE CI 20 Chapter 2 Touchpad The touchpad is a pressure sensitive pointing device that provides all the features of a two button mouse Its primary function is to move the cursor around the screen Touchpad Touchpad buttons The instructions listed below describe how to use the touchpad 1 First place your fingers on the keyboard in the normal typing position The touchpad is easily accessible by moving either your left or right thumb off the space bar and on to the touchpad Gently move your thumb across the pressure sensitive touchpad in the direction you want the cursor to move The pad detects the change in pressure and moves the cursor in the correspondin
22. ct to state tariffs Contact the state public utility commission public service commission or corporation commission for information 65 Appendix B FAQ amp Statement The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 marks it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device including fax machines to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business other entity or individual The telephone number provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long distance transmission charges To program this information refer to the manual of the communication software European Notice Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC issued by the Commission of the European Community Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms EN 55022 CISPR 22 Radio Frequency Interference EN 55024 EN61000 4 2 EN61000 4 3 EN61000 4 4 EN61000 4 5 EN61000 4 6 EN61000 4 8 EN61000 4 11 EN61000 3 2 EN61000 3 3 Generic Immunity Standard EN 60950 1 IEC 60950 1 Product Safety
23. ents and controls of your notebook computer including the hardware components the software and the audio and video systems Getting Started Before you begin using your computer read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the main components installed in the system Lift the LCD screen and open up the computer 14 Chapter 2 Front View 1 Web CAM optional 7 Keyboard 2 LED head light 8 Touchpad button 3 LCD panel 9 Finger printer optional 4 RF button 10 Touchpad 5 Power button 6 LED head light button 15 Chapter 2 Front View 1 Audio out jack 2 Microphone in jack 3 MS Pro MS MMC SD 4 in 1 Card reader slot Right View Optical drive lock Optical drive button VGA external video display port 1 2 3 4 D sub serial port 16 Chapter 2 Left View 1 2 3 4 5 6 f 8 Kingston lock Fax modem RJ 11 jack LAN RJ 45 jack DC in jack USB 2 0 Universal Serial Bus ports HDMI port Smart card slot PCMCIA card slot 17 Chapter 2 Bottom View Battery Battery release latch with lock function Ventilation slot HDD door gt A Ie o 18 Chapter 2 LED Status Indicators The status indicators in the upper left corner of the keyboard light up when a particular function of the computer is active Each indicator is marked with a symbol Power indicator HDD Optical Drive lug pp is reading information from the optical The keyboard is in Num Lo
24. epairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system if present are connected together This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas CAUTION Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority or electrician as appropriate 68 Appendix B FAQ amp Statement The Load Number LN assigned to each terminal device denotes the percentage of the total load to be connected to a telephone loop which is used by the device To prevent overloading the termination on a loop may consist of any combination of devise subject only to the requirement that the total of the Load Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 100 Battery Disposal THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A LITHIUM ION OR NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERY IT MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY CONTACT LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL AGENCIES FOR INFORMATION ON RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL PLANS IN YOUR AREA CAUTION FOR ADAPTER THIS NOTEBOOK COMPUTER IS FOR USE WITH DEDICATED AC Adapter BATTERY CAUTION
25. ess Chapter 1 Turning off Your Computer Turning off the computer properly is important to maintaining your computer 1 On the Start menu click Turn 2 Click the radio button Turn Off in off Computer the Turn off Computer Windows screen and then click OK a2 Windows Live Messenger Download Y Paint Shut Down Windows E y m a v A Windows DVD Maker A Windows Meeting Space What do you want the computer to do Shut Down Coses al open programs shuts down Windows and then turns off your computer If you are going to be away from the computer for a short period there are ways of conserving power without shutting down the system See Chapter 4 Power Saving Modes for details Warning Shutting off the computer improperly may result in data loss Making a Startup Disk If you have trouble starting Windows the startup disk can be used to start your computer and fix many problems Refer to the Windows user manual for instructions 10 Chapter 1 Tips for New Owners Take responsibility for backup Back up files often Users who need to manage large amounts of data may wish to use backup devices such USB drive If you use your notebook as a networked workstation with system backup talk to the system administrator about backup procedures for your notebook Don t leave passwords anywhere on your notebook or carrying Case Be careful when placing your notebook on an airport security c
26. fax modem designed for this system ln this case you May use an add on modem 2 LAN RJ 45 Jack With the built in Ethernet LAN combo you can make LAN connections Connection speed is up to 1000 Mbps 3 DC in Jack Connect the DC power cable from the AC adapter to this jack 4 USB 2 0 Universal Serial Bus Ports The Universal Serial Bus USB is the latest standard for attaching monitors input devices scanners and other devices to a PC USB devices can be chained together on a single cable 5 HDMI Port Connect the HDMI cable from the device to this port 6 Smart Card Slot integrated circuit card A smart card is typically a credit card sized form factor with a small embedded computer chip There are different types of smart card memory cards processor cards and security cards 35 Chapter 3 7 PCMCIA Card Slot The PCMCIA card slot can be used as an interface between your computer and a variety of communications devices Right Side Connectors 1 Optical Drive Your computer comes with a built in Combo DVD CD RW Drive You may view DVDs and write to a CD R or CD RW disc 2 Disk Eject Button Press the eject button to eject the disk tray The manual eject keyhole is located next to it and allows you to manually eject a jammed disc 3 VGA Out External Video Port The 15 pin VGA port can be used to connect your computer to an external monitor See the Graphics System in chapter 2 for more informatio
27. following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Shielded interconnect cables and shielded AC power cable must be employed with this equipment to insure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system s manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Declaration of Conformity This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following conditions e This device may not cause harmful interference e This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation 64 Appendix B FAQ amp Statement About The Modem This equipment complies with Part 68 of FCC rules On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains among other information the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number REN for this equipment If requested this information must be provided to the telephone company The modem jack of this equipment complies with Sub part F of Part 68 of FCC rules The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices that may be connected to the telephone line Excessive REN
28. g direction The touchpad offers another method of making selections in a software program It is called double tapping This function corresponds to double clicking with a mouse Once the cursor has been moved to the object you want to select lightly double tap the pressure sensitive touchpad This double tapping on the touchpad will select the desired item and prompt the software to perform the related operation The buttons located directly below the touchpad are the same in function as those on a two buttoned mouse Clicking these buttons makes selections drags objects or performs a variety of other functions depending on the software To select an object first move the pointer over the object you want to select and then press the left button one time The functions of these buttons are software specific Double clicking is a common technique for selecting objects or launching programs from icons Once you have moved the pointer over the object you wish to select rapidly press the left button two times This action is commonly referred to as double clicking an object 21 Chapter 2 Dragging There are two ways to drag e Move the pointer to the desired location then press down the left button While still holding down the left button move the pointer to the desired location Release the button e Move the pointer to the desired location Tap the touchpad twice quickly as if you were double clicking however do not
29. he latch locks back into position Heat Considerations The computer s processor has been specially designed to consume little power and generates very little heat However working in a hot environment or working for long periods may raise the temperature Your computer takes the following steps to lower temperature e The cooling fan will automatically turn on You may feel air coming from a vent at the left side when this happens e lf the temperature continues to rise processor activity will be reduced You may notice a slight loss of performance when this happens 42 Chapter 4 Warning 1 It is better to charge the system for 16 hours or longer when users receive the system at the first time 2 Please remove AC adapter first and then replace main battery after system entering into S3 mode suspend to RAM 3 Please make sure all USB devices are removed when users replace main battery in S3 mode suspend to RAM 43 Chapter 5 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Chapter 5 Using the BIOS Setup Utility Your notebook has a BIOS setup utility which allows you to configure important system settings including settings for various optional functions of the computer This chapter explains how to use the BIOS setup utility BIOS Setup Menu The BIOS setup Utility allows you to configure your computer s basic settings When you turn your computer on the system reads this information to initialize the hardware so
30. ibutor for the information of upgrading the wireless local area network 30 Chapter 2 Information about 3G function Optional The system provides 3G function optional please use screw driver to remove the screw of CPU door Then insert 3G SIM card into the slot Attention WLAN function will be auto turn off when 3G function is on Please press Fn F2 function keys to turn f on 3G function optional There ll be a 3G Watcher program window shown on Desktop Please follow 3G Watcher Help Topics Wireless Data Connections Manage profiles to create a profile first After all settings are completed click Connect to access Internet User will find on Windows task bar The indicator shows the received signal strength in dBm up to a maximum of five bars Please press Fn F2 function keys or click 3G Watcher Tools Turn Radio Off to stop connection Connections SMS Express Call History Phone Book Chung Wa Telecor y Turn Radio Off Options N Note The system does not support 3G Voice features 31 Chapter 2 Information about Bluetooth Optional A Bluetooth wireless technology is the ability to simultaneously handle both data and voice transmissions This enables users to enjoy a variety of solutions such as hands free headset for voice calls printing and fax capabilities and synchronizing PDA laptop and mobile phone applications Please press Fn F2 hot
31. ield Version RA 09 Build Date Use or to KBC Version 0 00 08 Configure system Time Processor Intel R Core 2 Duo CPU X XXGHz Speed 2533MHz Select Screen Select Item Change Field Tab Select Field System Memory Size 4062MB F1 General Help System Time xx xx xx F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit System Date xx xx xxxx PUES Figure 6 1 47 Chapter 5 Advanced Menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Boot Security Exit Advanced Setting Battery Learning Function Battery Calibration Enter Start FAN Calibration Enter Legacy USB Support Auto Select Screen AHCI Mode Support Disabled 1 Select Item Enter Go to Sub Screen Wireless LAN Mode Control Commercial Mode F1 General Help Wireless Commercial Mode START ON F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit Serial Port1 Address 3F8 IRQ4 Parallel Port Address Disabled Figure 6 2 48 Chapter 5 Boot menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Boot Security Exit Specifies the boot 1st Boot Device CD DVD sequence from the 2 Boot Device HDD available devices 3rd Boot Device NETWORK A device enclosed in Parenthesis has been disabled in the corresponding type menu Select Screen 11 Select Item Change Option F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit Figure 6 3 49 Chapter 5 Security menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Boot Security Exit Security Se
32. il the disk clicks into place 4 Slide back the tray until it clicks shut Removing a Disk 1 Make sure the computer is not accessing the optical drive 2 Press the eject button and pull the tray all the way out 3 Pick up the CD by the edges and remove the disk from the tray Push the tray into the computer until it closes fully Warning When the computer is reading from a DVD ROM COMBO the indicator light for the DVD ROM will flash on Do not attempt to remove a disk while this light is active The lock is located to the left of the eject button In locked mode the drive will stop if the eject button is accidentally pressed when reading a CD When this happens please unlock the drive press eject and push the tray back into the computer before reading again 23 Chapter 2 Precautions for Handling DVD ROM Discs Keep these precautions in mind when handling DVD ROM discs e Always hold the disc by the edges avoid touching the surface of the disc e Use a clean dry cloth to remove dust smudges or fingerprints Wipe from the center outward e Do not write on the surface of the disc e Extremes in temperature may damage discs Store discs in a cool dry place e Do not use benzene thinners or cleaners with detergent Only use optical cleaning kits e Do not bend or drop the discs e Do not place objects on top of discs Warning Do not insert any foreign 5 objects into the disc tray Do not force
33. key on Keyboard to turn on Bluetooth function optional User could check Bluetooth connection status of indicator on Windows task bar ES Bluetooth disconnection x Bluetooth connection Double click Bluetooth indicator or Ex program 3 IVT Corporation BlueSoleil Main Window File View My Bluetooth My Services Tools Help Bluetooth Printer Service Starting OK i PAN IP 192 168 50 1 A 32 Chapter 3 Making Connections Chapter 3 Making Connections Your computer is equipped with a full array of ports and connectors including standard input output I O ports for quickly and easily adding peripheral devices such as printers keyboards and mice Refer to documentation included with individual devices for details on connecting these devices to your computer Along with the standard ports found on most computers your computer also includes IEEE 1394 ports modem and LAN ports offering advanced communications technology Front Side Connectors 1 Audio out Jack Connect a stereo headset or external speakers to this jack to listen to multimedia 2 Microphone in Jack Connect a microphone to this jack to record 3 Card reader slot Insert in MS MS Pro SD MMC card 34 Chapter 3 Left Side Connectors 1 Fax modem HJ 11 Jack The fax modem can transmit data using the 56 Kbps V 90 protocol and send and receive faxes at 14 4 Kbps ln some countries local regulations may not permit the use of the
34. lay Using the computer in DOS mode may produce the same effect because it uses a 640 by 480 resolution by default You can stretch these low resolution displays to full screen size by selecting either the Expanded Display or Display Expansion Mode features in the BIOS utility However the stretching may cause distortion especially to fonts High Resolution with an external monitor Higher resolution modes may be used as long as the monitor supports them Connecting to an External Monitor The notebook has a VGA monitor port to connect your computer to an external monitor 26 Chapter 2 Using the VGA monitor port Locate the 15 pin VGA monitor port on the right side of your notebook and connect the video signal cable from the external monitor or the VGA adapter to the monitor port Connect the power cable from the external monitor to a power outlet and turn on the monitor On your notebook click the right touchpad button on the Windows desktop to open the desktop menu Click Properties to open the Display Properties window In the Display Properties window click Advanced in the Settings tab Click the Display Modes tab Under Driver mode you can select the appropriate options to change the display to an external monitor Adjustments to screen resolution and color depth can also be made in this dialog box Dual Displays With Windows system you may use an external monitor simultaneously with your notebook s
35. n 4 D sub serial port The D sub serial port provides the connection for RS232 interface device Warning Plug your modem into an analog telephone jack only Most homes use analog lines Do not use digital lines such as the PBX and ISDN systems found in many offices Digital lines may damage your modem 36 Chapter 4 Power Management Chapter 4 Power Management Battery Calibration The first time you use a battery you should calibrate it The calibration process empties and charges the battery one time This allows the Windows battery gauge to accurately monitor battery status To calibrate a battery follow these steps 1 Plug in the AC adapter 2 Restartthe computer and when the startup screen appears press Del key to enter the BIOS Setup Utility 3 Inthe BIOS Setup Utility select Advance settings choose Battery calibration and then press enter Execute Battery Learning function OK Cancel 4 Press lt OK gt atthe above Battery Auto Calibration dialog to begin the battery calibration Battery Calibration will take from 4 to 8 hours depending on how much power the battery may already contain Note For optimum performance we recommend calibrating the battery again every three months Each time you charge and discharge a battery it loses a tiny part of its storage capacity so that over time it will store less than its potential charge Similarly if you do not use the battery for
36. onveyor belt In most airports security conveyor belts are safe for computers If you are not sure ask the security staff You should keep a close eye on your computer When you are in a hurry make sure that you walk away with the correct notebook computer Tape your business card to the notebook and accessories In the workplace notebooks and accessories may often look exactly alike leading to equipment mix ups Prevent such mix ups by placing your name on your equipment Develop ergonomic work habits The science of ergonomics studies the relationship between health and a suitable work environment For more information on ergonomics contact your nearest computer bookstore or local library The Internet also has information on this and other related subjects 11 Chapter 1 Never take the notebook anywhere without the carrying case A broken screen or case can be costly to repair Prevent accidents by carrying the computer in a suitable carrying case Consider using a lock For added security consider purchasing a Kensington lock to put into the Kensington lock hole on the back side of your computer Use the Kensington lock to secure the computer to a desk or table Note Using a computer for extended periods of time with a poor workstation setup and incorrect work habits can cause health problems 12 Chapter 2 Getting Started Chapter 2 Hardware and Software This chapter introduces the different compon
37. remove your finger after the second tap Move the cursor to the desired location Lift your finger to finish dragging Adjust the touchpad settings by selecting Settings Control Panel Mouse Buttons These settings allow you to change the orientation of the touchpad from right handed to left handed and fine tune the pointer movement and timing of clicks Touchpad Precautions The Touchpad is a pressure sensitive device lf not properly cared for it can be easily damaged Please take note of the following precautions e Make sure the touchpad does not come into contact with dirt liquids or grease e Do not touch the touchpad if your fingers are dirty e Do not rest heavy objects on the touchpad or the touchpad buttons Scrolling lines If you are scrolling through a document you may find that using the scrolling line is more restful to your hand than holding down a Mouse button The scrolling line is located on the touchpad 22 Chapter 2 The Optical Drive Your computer comes with a pre installed Optical drive The optical drive can read or write both DVDs and CDs Your notebook identifies the drive with the letter following the hard drive letter If your hard drive is D then the optical drive will be E Inserting a Disk 1 Press the button on the front of the drive to open the disk tray and pull the tray open 2 Place the disk on the tray label side up 3 Place the disk on the central spindle and press gently unt
38. s on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call In most but not all areas the sum of the RENs should not exceed five 5 0 To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to the line as determined by the total RENs contact the telephone company to determine the maximum REN for the calling areas If the terminal equipment causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required However if advance notice isn t practical the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible Also you will be advised of your right to file a compliant with the FCC if you believe it necessary The telephone company may mark changes in its facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment If this happens the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service If trouble is experienced with this equipment please contact the manufacturer for repair and or warranty information If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network the telephone company may request you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved The equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone company Connection to Party Line Service is subje
39. stall the driver included with your card The computer will beep twice to indicate successful installation A single beep means that there was a problem recognizing the card Note Please read the instructions included with 3 individual PC cards Some cards may be inserted with power on while others require that the computer be turned off Removing a Card If a card is in use press the eject button on the card slot to release the button 2 Press again to release the card Smart Card Integrated Circuit Card Reader 25 Chapter 2 A smart card is typically a credit card sized form factor with a small embedded computer chip There are different of smart cards memory cards processor cards and security cards The Graphics System Your computer has a high performance graphics system which can easily handle the demands of today s multimedia computing Screen Controls Brightness Function keys can increase or decrease the brightness of the monitor e Fn lt F6 gt decreases the LCD panel brightness e Fn F7 increases the LCD panel brightness Resolution e Click My Computer Control Panel Display Settings Click the Settings tab The dialog box indicates the monitor resolution e Use the slide bar to adjust the resolution Normally you should use the resolution the LCD or monitor was designed for Note Using a lower resolution than the screen was designed for will reduce the area of the disp
40. ter this page select the Load Optimal Defaults Load Optimal Defaults OK Cancel Select OK to reset the CMOS to default settings Exiting and Saving Save Settings Select this option to save changes to the field and Exit values and restart the computer using the new values Pressing F10 from any of the menu screens also allows you to save settings and exit Exit Without Select this option to discard any changes you have made to the field values and restart the computer using the old values Saving 92 Appendix A Instant Recovery Software Appendix B Instant Recovery Software No need to locate a recovery CD to restore your software settings it is already pre installed on your notebook hard drive Simply follow the steps below and restore your notebook to the original factory settings 1 Press power button boot System then press Alt F4 to start the recovery 2 Are you sure you want to restore the partition Please click OK apar HB HIHI HIERHER I TES farton in 3 Warning message for double confirmation please click OK 54 Appendix B partition will permanentiy delete al he partition hard drive ou sure you swarm iti testore ic om pasa 4 p av E a E Pek 4 Start to recover system PowerRecovei 5 Restore operation completed please click Quit to finish all of the recovery procedure 95 Appendix B PowerRecover 5
41. ttings Install or Change the password Supervisor Password Installed User Password Installed Change Supervisor Password Change User Password Password Check Setup gt Select Screen 11 Select Item Enter Change TCG TPM SUPPORT F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit Figure 6 4 50 Chapter 5 Exit menu BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced Boot Security Exit Exit Options Exit system setup Save Changes and Exit after saving the changes Discard changes and Exit Discard Changes F10 key can be used for this operation Load Optimal Defaults lt gt Select Screen Select Item Enter Go To Sub Screen F1 General Help F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit Figure 6 5 51 Chapter 5 Change User Password With a User password you can enter the Setup Utility and change or remove the User password but you cannot enter the Setup Utility and change or remove the Supervisor password nor enable diskette access if it has been disabled Change Supervisor Password A supervisor password must be set before a lower level user password can be set After selecting Change Supervisor Password press Enter You will be prompted for the new password and then again to verify it Type in 6 or fewer keystrokes If you make an error press Esc to start over Resetting the CMOS to Default Settings The main page provides the system parameters for you to reset the CMOS to default settings After you en
42. tton if enabled in power settings e Pressing the suspend function key Fn lt F4 gt 40 Chapter 4 Power Button Settings The function of the power button can be set to Shutdown or Standby in the Power Management Properties dialog box in the Windows Control Panel However holding the power button down for more than four seconds will force a power off while operating under any situation resulting in the loss of any unsaved information Power Saving Tips e Avoid operating the fax modem or audio and video applications when using battery power Operating a fax modem video or audio equipment increases the computer s power requirements e Decreasing monitor brightness can also save power Decrease brightness by pushing Fn lt F6 gt Increase it by pushing Fn F7 41 Chapter 4 When to Replace the Battery Over time the battery s capacity gradually decreases We recommend that you replace your battery when you notice that it begins to store significantly less charge Changing the Battery Change the main battery pack as follows 1 2 Turn off the computer Close the screen cover and turn the computer over Slide the side battery latch away from the battery Continue to hold it until the battery is removed Remove the battery Make sure the replacement battery is properly orientated Slide back the side battery latch then insert the battery into the battery compartment Check that t
43. wimming pool Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak 67 Appendix B FAQ amp Statement 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 Canadian Department of Communications This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference causing Equipment Regulations About the Modem The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective operational and safety requirements The department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user s satisfaction Before installing this equipment users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection In some cases the company s inside writing associated with a single line individual service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly telephone extension cord The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations R
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